Nico found himself at Camp Half-Blood, a place he had arrived at through the aid of Apollo. As he understood it, this day might be his final one at the camp, and he felt the weight of that realization. He was assigned to team up with another camper who was also a son of Apollo, which created a sense of unease for him amidst the impending farewell.

Despite his reservations, Nico emphasized the importance of their mission, urging the Apollo son to follow his lead. Time was of the essence, and he was determined to make the most of their time together, underscoring the urgency of their task ahead as they faced challenges that could shape their destinies.