summary: how john tucker would treat you in a relationship
a/n: this is the first part of my sfw alphabet series, with love. divider creds to @cursed-carmine.
A - Admiration (What do they adore about you? What do they like about you the most - physical trait - ?)
He adores how you manage to see the good in everything, especially people. You still have your boundaries but aren't too quick to judge someone based off on a one time thing. Once he noticed this, he tried to follow your philosophy and it gave him a more positive outlook on life. To him, every part of you is perfect but if he had to choose it would be your hands. He loved how small they look against his and how they wrap around his bicep when you guys are running errands; he would definitely pay for your nails if you asked.
B - Being Apart (How they handle being apart from you? How much they would miss you?)
Tucker can deal with being apart from you just fine. Of course he misses you but he has stuff to do and can't just spend his time moping around. No matter how long you're gone, Tucker always makes sure to check up on you and hear your voice.
C - Cuddling (Do they like to cuddle? How they would cuddle?)
He's always down for a good cuddle; it's his favorite way to destress after a long day of classes and hockey practice. The bear hug is the go-to because he gets to squeeze you and hold you close while you get to be pressed against his chest and drown in of his cologne, it's a win-win. Some of the most intimate talks you've had happened in this position.
D - Dates (How often do they take you on dates? How an ideal date would look like with them?)
Date nights happen pretty frequently since you guys never felt the need to wait and go on a planned date. Most nights consisted of watching a movie, baking together, aimlessly driving around the town, or swinging by Malones if either of you were hungry. Tucker has the plan for the best date ever: Just the two of you cooking a fancy dinner together w/ dim lights and music in back, admiring each other from across the table while listening to the other talk about how their day went. No matter how hard he tried to make this happen, nothing ever seems lined up even though it was the most basic plan ever. Hopefully it'll happen soon
E - Emotions (Is it hard for them to talk about how they feel? How they show their emotions/feelings?)
At first it was a little hard but as the relationship grew and you proved that you were trustworthy, he started to open up more. Tucker refuses to cry in front of you not because of fragile masculinity but he doesn't want you to seem him like that. He's also mature enough to communicate his problems and expects you to do the same.
F - Family (Do they want to get married and have kids? How quick they would propose? How many kids they would want?)
Tucker wants to get married for sure, he's just waiting for you guys to finish college before popping the question. He also wants kids but wants to do it the right way: Get married, get a stable job w/ a steady income, buy a house, and then have kids .
G - Gifts (Do they prefer giving or receiving gifts? What kind of gifts they would prefer - handmade or store-bought - giving?)
He doesn't care for gifts but always appreciates when you get something that reminded you of him. On the first date you gave him a bottle of cologne and was afraid he wouldn't like since it smelled kinda sweet but Tucker ended up loving it and still wears it to this day.
H - Hugs/hand holding (Do they like hugs and holding hands? How they would hug you and how they would hold your hand?)
You and Tucker both feel like holding hands is a bit childish so you've just settled with holding onto his arms instead. Hugs are still on the table though (bear hugs more specifically)
I - "I love you" (Do they say it first? How often they say it?)
Tucker said it first but it was a complete accident. The relationship was only 2 months old and you were already sleeping over at the house. Before you left the next day, he kissed you goodbye and the words "i love you" slipped out. He didn't even mean to do it, but saying it felt so natural. He was definitely surprised when you said it back. Now, he says it anytime he gets the chance.
J - Jealousy (Do they get jealous easily? How they would act when they are jealous?)
He's secure and knows that your his and he's yours. It's as simple as that
K - Kisses (What are their kisses like? Where they like to kiss you and where they like to be kissed?)
It truly depends on the scenario. If it's a lazy morning in, he'll litter butterfly kisses all over your face but if it's touching on each other once you guys finally get the house to yourselves, the kisses are passionate and hungry. Tucker will kiss you just about anywhere you let him.
L - Love language (What's their love language? How they show their love?)
His love language is quality time + acts of service. You guys don't even have to talk, he just likes being on the same room together. Tucker doesn't really expect you to help him out a whole lot but he just wants to know that you'll be there for him, something like helping him bake or cook would be the perfect balance of both. He doesn't helping you out either like being your study partner or washing the dishes after you cook.
M - Mornings (What're they like in the mornings? Do they wake up early or late?)
Wakes up pretty early thanks to all the noise his roommates love to make. He's sluggish in the morning (i mean, who isn't) but finds enough energy to do his usual routine: Skincare, brush his teeth, maybe spray some water on his curls, fix some breakfast and head out the door.
N - Nicknames (What nicknames do they have for you? What nicknames do you have for them?)
O - Overprotective (How protective they are? What they would do to protect you?)
You're an independent person and Tucker is very much aware of that. He knows you can handle your own but is always on standby in case the situation turns sour.
P - PDA (How comfortable they are with PDA?)
He's down if you're down; he doesn't want to miss out on any chance to show off his lady. Whether it's an arm draped around you or resting your legs on him on the couch, he loves it all. Tucker doesn't care who sees, he'll even do it around his roommates. All the fake gagging and "get a room" jokes mean nothing to him, no amount of teasing could stop him from showing you love
Q - Quiet moments (Do they like quiet moments? What silence feels like to them?)
Tucker really cherishes the quiet moments in the relationship. the time where you guys are in the same room but doing different things, your presence is enough
R - Reassurance (How they would reassure you when you need it? How often do they get insecure and need reassurance from you?)
He does give you reassurance if needed. hates to see you upset or insecure and tries his best to change your mood for the better. Tucker doesn't need it but getting some wouldn't hurt y'know?
S - Support (Do they support you in everything? How they would show their support?)
He doesn't support you in everything like if you have a bad idea or about to make a bad decision, he'll tell you. Other than that, Tucker's your biggest cheerleader.
T - Trust (How much they trust you? Is it easy to earn/lose their trust?)
Tucker trusts you very much and you trust him. He likes to think that if you messed up, he thinks would be able to strip his trust away from you easily but he would be too blinded by love to make that decision. Thankfully you would never do something like that.
U - Understanding (How understanding they are? Do they feel understood?)
Fairly level headed. He learned from you to not jump the gun on things so if there's a problem, he'll wait for you to explain yourself. Tucker feels understood for the most part, there's some parts of him that you'll never understand and he completely fine with that.
V - Vulnerablility (How they feel about being vulnerable in front of you? Do the yet their guard down in front of you often?)
Same thing as the emotions section. Tucker has no problems expressing his problems or struggles but crying in front of you is like a hurdle he can't seem to jump over.
W - Worries (Are they worried if you're running late? How worried they get when they don't hear from you for a long time?)
Doesn't care if you're running a bit late, he knows a pretty girl like you needs her time getting ready. He does get a bit worried if you don't respond for a long time and gives it about 45 minutes to an hour before he drives to your house to check on you.
X - Xtra (Anything that didn't fit in the other categories)
Y - Yearning (What do they do when they miss you? Do they crave to be with you?)
As said before, Tucker doesn't really like do to the whole sulking thing so he would just pouring himself into his classwork or hockey now that he has more time on his hands. He enjoys your presence and love but doesn't need it to make him whole; he can still function with or without you
Z - Zzz (Do they fall asleep easily? What are their sleeping habits - they snore, they like to cuddle - ?)
Tucker has fallen asleep on you countless times. He really tries to stay awake so he can talk to you but he can't help it, practice can really tucker him out. He makes for it by yapping your ear off during breakfast the next day.