[Sasuke's fingers unravel from Nico's elbow, and he straightens up. The cloak folds around him when his arm is tucked again by his side.

Hm. Nico gives him both quite a bit of information and then nothing at all. A war, a hunter, a diety. It's enough familiarity to be kind of nostalgic.]

Maybe being here won't be such a detriment to you after all. But you still need to be sure you're using it knowing the consequences. Not just for the ones you want to protect. For you, too.

You can't keep your friends safe if you're being risky with your own life.

[The power behind the jump had been enough to say Nico has incredible potential without ever knowing what all else the boy can do. To be young and full of strength, even dark strength--it seems like very long ago for him.

The only difference perhaps is he had an unquenchable, turbulent ambition and a lot of anger. He hurt himself, often attempting to protect his friends.]

No.

There are quicker and more efficient ways for me to get things from you; however, they are invasive and frowned upon.