[It's one of those things where sometimes Nico has to wonder if he's going mad or if he's already mad. It's not something he likes to entertain very often or for very long.]

The power can be a burden, but at the same time...it let's me know for sure those people I care about are alive.

[A very great relief when Percy and Annabeth are all the way in Greek Hell.

The compliment is a little uncomfortable for Nico to take, but he doesn't comment on it. He really doesn't get praise like that very often, especially not in conjunction with his powers.]

If you don't mind my asking, what's your afterlife like?