Hellbird Ch. 1 [Jason Todd x Reader]
Requested by @nxttime: “I shall request! How about Jason and Timmy bro bonding? Or if you only do reader inserts, Jason and Reader meeting for the first time when reader moves into the apartment next door? Request for Dickie: Reader and Dick go out for ice cream and defend their choices! I hope you find *some* inspiration with this, lol! Ily Jules! ❤❤❤ “
A/n: Okay so this request kinda inspired me to start a new series! I’m still plotting it out and I will try to update it as much as possible! (Just remember I’m still in school and have responsibilities lol). But I hope you loves enjoy this first chapter and look forward for what’s to come! Also I’ve decided to write this series in a different format than normal. (Also @dc-hoe you asked to be tagged!)
It wasn’t often that Jason saw new faces in his apartment building. It wasn’t the best money could buy and the area was one of the rougher places in Gotham, but it was home. He knew most of the people in his building, many were people who fell on hard times but couldn’t keep on the streets. The complex was filled with veterans, single parents, there were a couple felons actually trying to turn their life around, and a few others.
Everyone was relatively nice and Jason knew everyone in the building by name. He often helped out where he could. Sometimes he’d watch kids when their mom or dad had to work, he’d help older residents do work in their apartments, if any apartments got broken into he’d help change their locks. He was more a landlord than the actual landlord, and Jason did it all for free. However, he wouldn’t ever turn down the opportunity to sit down and have a beer with one of the veterans or a cup of tea with one of the older ladies, and just talk with them.
It was actually when he was having a cup of coffee in the morning with Mrs. James that he learned about you. Jason had just fixed her window that wouldn’t shut and had sat down to chat. “Yes, I saw a young lady looking at some of the open apartments here. Very beautiful and sweetest girl I’ve ever met.”
Jason smiled and chuckled. “Sweet young ladies don’t normally move in around here Mrs. James.” Saying as he brought his mug to his lips. She gave him a defiant and stubborn look, “Well this one is, she said she even had one picked out.”
He chuckled again and set down his empty mug. “Whatever you say Mrs. James, thank you for the coffee but I should get going, should get some sleep before tonight.”
“You working those late shifts still?” She asked and picked up his empty mug. “I am” He pulled on his leather jacket and took the mugs from her to take into the kitchen for her. She chuckled and shook her head, “Such a well mannered young man. Well you be sure to get that sleep and eat something. Goodbye Jason.”
Jason smiled and waved before making his way out the front door. He walked over to the elevator and clicked his floor before hitting the door close button. The elevator rose up to his floor and stopped once it reached the level.
His long strides took him around the corner and toward his door. He was one door away from his own when he heard a crash come from the apartment next to his. He stopped at the door that was propped open. Peering around it he gently rasped his knuckles on the metal. “Hello?” He called from the doorway.
“Just a minute!” A feminine voice yelled from inside the apartment. He couldn’t help but chuckle as he heard muttered curses and the sound of boxes being pushed across the floor. Suddenly a girl appeared from around the corner. She was wearing a pair of leggings and an oversized crewneck that had a University logo on it. Her hair was a mess and in her face which caused her to push it back with her hands.
When she finally spotted Jason her eyes widened, “Um, hello? Is there something I can help you with.” Jason smiled a bit amused, “I heard the crash as I was walking by and wanted to make sure nobody got hurt.”
The girl blushed and rubbed her neck bashfully. “Uhh, yeah I’m okay. I just, the movers just shoved everything in my living room and I ended up knocking over a lamp.”
Jason nodded his head in understanding, “Ah I see. Um, well, I’m your neighbor.” He smiled and held out his hand. “The name’s Jason.” Her hand reached out and took his “[F/n]” she introduced herself.
Jason felt a strange feeling flutter around in his stomach, there was something different about this girl. He couldn’t put a finger on it but he liked it. “Well [F/n] if you need anything feel free to knock on my door.”
She smiled and nodded, “Thank you I really appreciate that.”
He nodded slightly before he heard someone call his name behind him. Jason turned to see Tim standing there, “Oh hey Tim.” He said over his shoulder. “Uh hey?” Tim glanced into your apartment questioningly, “Is now a bad time?”
“No, no” Jason shook his head and stepped back into the hallway. “C’mon over” He waved for Tim to follow but not before peeking back in the apartment. “See ya around [F/n].”
[F/n] giggled a little “See ya around Jason.”
Once Jason was out of sight she closed the door completely and locked it. Walking back in her living room she found the real reason for the crash still standing there. [F/n] sighed, “What do you want Waller?”
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