Trigger warning: Self harm is mentioned in this chapter. If this bothers you, please do not read. I don't want anyone getting hurt.

Gab's PoV

Great. Not only was I going to be asked awkward questions about my health by Will, but I was going to have to find a way to the Underworld by myself because I really doubt anyone would let me go. Well, I could take Ari because she has more right than anyone to go on this quest, but I can't take anyone else. I still don't really trust Nelson and Annie as bad as that sounds, but then again, I've always been alone. I didn't need anyone before, and I didn't need anyone now. I did, however, need to make sure that the world doesn't end because this camp actually isn't that bad. The people here so far are actually nice. They deserved a break from the world ending every few seconds.

I was deep in thought for so long that I didn't notice when Will tossed Nelson and I something. The thing landed in my lap and I jumped in surprise. Picking it up gingerly, I examined it and realized it was a binder. I looked up at Will who smiled at Nelson and I. I looked over at Nelson, and he seemed just as shocked as I was. "I figured you guys would want a new one," Will explained. "I still don't really know how yours got mold in it, Gab, or how yours was ripped, Nelson, but you both needed a new one."

I nodded my thanks and put it on the side of my bed. Then Will told me to leave for a few minutes, so he could talk to Nelson in private. I waited outside the infirmary doors for about ten minutes before Will called me back in. I looked around and saw Nelson was asleep in one of the beds.

"Come and sit down," Will said gently, patting his hand on the bed he was sitting on. I slowly walked over and sat down on the edge carefully. I felt like I might need to get up and run any second.

"I saw the bruises and the cuts. Can you tell me what happened?" Will asked gently.

I looked down and tried to fight back my emotions. Taking a shaky breath, I started talking to my knees, unable to meet his eyes. "There were people at my school who found out I was pansexual. They... They didn't take it well. I would guess the reason you found mold in my old binder was because I was thrown into a pool the day before you and Nico found us. I hadn't gotten the chance of taking it off, so it stayed wet." I quickly wiped a tear from my eye as I remembered the terror of drowning. I didn't want him to see me cry. I hated crying in front of people. "I don't know how to swim," I whispered ashamedly.

It was silent for a few moments, and I didn't dare look up. Finally, Will said, "I can't believe they tried to drown you. You know you didn't deserve any of it right? This wasn't your fault."

"Who said it was my fault?" I snapped without thinking.

"No one, but if you believed that, then why are you cutting yourself?" He said softly. I held in a gasp. I was such an idiot! Of course he would know about that. He had to give me a check up and medical treatment since I was unconscious.

"You can't tell anyone," I said, glaring at him.

"I won't if you promise to stop. I know it's hard, but there are better ways of dealing with your emotions. You don't have to hurt yourself." Will said.

"What do you know about it? It's not like anyone would care anyway." I spat. I knew I was being unfair and harsh, but I didn't want him poking around my private life any longer than necessary.

Will just sighed as if he has had this conversation before. He rolled up his sleeves, and I saw faint scars up and down his arm. "My mom... She wasn't the best, but there are people who care. I care for one, and I'm sure your friends do too." Will explained.

"I only met them two days ago," I muttered.

"They would still care, and I know everyone else you met today would care too. You're not alone. Now, come on. You need some rest." He spoke gently.

I nodded and laid back in the bed as Will stood up. "Hey, Will?" He turned around to look back at me. "Thanks." I said quietly.

He smiled at me, but it wasn't as big as it usually was. "Anytime." He put his hand on my forehead and started slightly glowing yellow. "Sleep," he said gently. I immediately became tired, and I watched Will walk away as I drifted off to sleep.

Hey guys I'm sorry I haven't updated in a while. I'm probably going to be doing slow updates for a while. Also, I'm sorry this chapter is shorter than usual. I usually try to shoot for 1,000 words, but this only ended up being around 800.

Also, I don't really know anything about cutting, never having done it myself, so I'm sorry if this was inaccurate or anything. Also, if you do cut, please know that you are not alone. There are people willing to help, and if you ever need to talk, you can always pm me. I'll see it at some point even if it isn't right when you message me. I know you have the strength in you to stop. I believe in you.

Anyway, I hope you guys had an awesome day!