Noemi🪻 | Fox girlie

Echo knew of your struggles with your body image. You had told him before on a quiet night, your face pressed against his chest and sniffling slightly. And even though he did not understand how you could not love your body, he intimately understood not liking what you see in the mirror.

And for a while it appeared to be fine enough. You didn't bring it up again for some time and went about as normal. That is until he noticed you glaring at the mirror as if it had personally offended you every time you got ready, and then it escalated into avoiding it entirely.

It wasn't the only thing he noticed too. He noticed how you adjusted slightly when his hand landed on a part of your body that you particularly disliked so that he wasn't touching it anymore.

Of course it filled him with concern but at first he didn't bring it up out of respect. He didn't want to pry into your problems or assume anything that wasn't true but it only seemed to get worse — especially your mood.

You were a lot more quiet now and always on the edge when his hand brushed your body, like a skittish animal, and it broke Echo's heart because… you deserved to be happy and live your life without worrying about a part of you he still could not find any faults in.

One day, he had enough. "Hey, cyare, tell me what's wrong." It was phrased like a demand and yet there was a warmth to his tone.

"I don't know what you're talking about," you muttered, trying to look anywhere but at him as he had crouched down in front of you while you were sitting on the couch.

"Come on, love, you know what this is about," Echo encouraged, placing a hand on your knee and gently rubbing up and down your thigh. You tensed slightly at the touch before relaxing into it. "You know I love all of you and I would never judge anything going on in that pretty mind of yours, even if it's false."

Finally, you met his eyes and the way he looked like a sad puppy made something in your chest tighten. Still, as you opened your mouth, no words came out. The shame was too big, coiled in your stomach and unable to escape as it had lodged itself in there.

"Okay," he looked down for a moment, reconsidering his strategy, "Can you just tell me what it is that you don't like? Because I see the most perfect person in front of me but I want to understand what you see."

A small smile tugged at your lips at his words. Echo had always been good at this — at lifting your spirits and making you see other perspectives.

This, however, was not a conversation you were looking forwards to having. "I… I don't like the shape," you mumbled, hands coming up to fiddle with the hem of your sweater.

Echo's brows furrowed slightly as he looked you up and down. "Shape as in…you want to lose weight? Or gain it? Or is it a general proportions thing?" He paused. "I— I just want to understand, cyare."

"I—" you stopped, your voice getting stuck in your throat. Why was it so hard to find the words and explain? "It's… proportions? Everything? I— there's a certain way I want to look but nothing ever fits the way it should."

Your eyebrows were drawn together as you tried your best not to let the tears fall but then Echo stood and placed a hand on the back of your head, drawing you close. Once your face was buried against his stomach, the gates broke and your tears began staining his clothes as silent sobs shook through your body.

"It's okay, it's okay. Let it out," Echo murmured as he ran a hand over your back. You didn't know how long the two of you stood like that but at some point the energy had been drained out of you and your tears ceased to fall.

Reluctantly, you pulled back, wiping at your eyes with the back of your hand while a scowl graced your features. "This is stupid," you mumbled under your breath.

"No, it really isn't," Echo replied, sitting down next to you and continuing to run a hand over your back. Then, he leaned in and pressed a soft kiss to your temple and you leaned into his touch on instinct.

"But it is!" You retorted, burying your face in your hands.

"Okay, then explain to me why it is." Echo's grew even softer around the edges, realising that he wasn't going to get much further by pushing you into a different mindset.

"W—Well i just," you sniffled, "There is this specific style of clothes that I just absolutely adore but every time I try them on, they never sit right on me. And it's just— I mean, I obviously could just wear something else that I know looks good for me but like— I really like that style and—"

"Breathe, cyare," Echo cut in, turning your face towards him and you blinked a few times — almost owlish — as you caught your breath. After a few seconds, Echo continued, "I think I understand a little. I mean not fully yet but— but I think I'm starting too. Thank you for explaining."

You hummed, your gaze dropping to your lap, blinking away new tears.

"You know, I might have a few ideas that could help." Echo's hands dropped from your face and he pulled you into his lap, though now he was the one to avoid your gaze, unsure of how to help you properly.

"Go ahead," you replied, not overly confident that he would have an actual good suggestion.

"I mean, I know this planet is quite small. There aren't that many opportunities to find diversity in clothes but I've walked by so many shops on other planets that look much bigger. Maybe I could take you there?" Echo offered.

"Mh… maybe?" You muttered, very obviously not convinced and Echo furrowed his eyebrows as he ran a hand over your back. Was there something else?

"I… also could try to sew you some clothes? I'm not any good at it but I've picked some things up with the rebellion and I could learn. For you." He started picking at the hem of your shirt, voice turning smaller.

Then he felt you shake against him and for a second he thought you were crying again when he heard the sweetest sound you knew; your laugh.

You were laughing at him.

And Echo couldn't help but laugh with you.

"You're the best." the words were muffled by your face being pressed into his chest but from Echo's chuckle, he definitely heard them.

TBB

Hunter:

Generally okay with touch and physical affection but prefers predictable touches, especially if his senses are bothering him/overwhelmed

Loves when you comb your fingers through his hair, he finds it really calming/soothing

Also loves when you trace his tattoo (which I firmly believe goes down his entire side), especially the portions on his chest and back

Likes when you really lightly drag your nails along his skin when you’re cuddling, it makes him shiver every time

Tech:

Mildly touch-averse and generally prefers close proximity to overt physical affection

When he does feel like being touched he likes kinda passive contact like sitting with your sides/arms brushing or if you hook your ankle around his under the table

Probably his favorite thing is when you massage his hands and knuckles when they cramp up

Wrecker:

Touch is obviously a super important way Wrecker communicates, especially when it comes to care/affection, and he's very receptive to really any contact you initiate

Craves full body touch, like you completely draped over him in bed or making sure you're totally pressed against him when you hug him. Loves when he picks you up and you wrap your legs around his waist. Wants you to hold him as tight as possible

Chest rubsssss

Crosshair:

Used to be one of the better ones with touch but has a complicated relationship with it post-Tantiss. Has some physical trigger areas that he prefers you avoid, especially his neck

Prefers more subtle affection like holding his hand under the table or slipping your arm around his waist when you’re sitting next to each other and no one can see

Also really likes quick little gestures like a brief peck on the cheek, because it's a quick little absent reminder you love him that doesn't draw a lot of attention

Lovesss when you pull him closer by his hips when you wanna hug him or kiss him or whatever

Echo:

Simultaneously really touch-starved and touch-averse without entirely realizing it. Tenses up at touch a lot even when he's fully expecting it. Likes softer, minimal touches esp when he's still kinda adjusting to regular physical affection

The skin/seams around where his cybernetics are attached are really sensitive and he usually prefers if you avoid touching the areas, though sometimes he likes really really soft kisses there

Honestly finds just like basic, straightforward hugs really comforting. Doesn't matter if they're light and gentle or super tight, he just likes being held

Commanders

Rex:

Pretty touch-starved but kinda represses it, most used to practical touches like placing his hand on someone's shoulder when reassuring them or gripping someone's elbow to steady them. Really melts into affection in private though

Really likes when you lazily trace shapes along his skin with your fingertips or when you trace along his muscles

Also after he takes his armor off he's often sore where the armor seams are so he likes when you massage/kiss those places

Back scratches

Cody:

Naturally pretty affectionate with you and comfortable with touch, usually preferring smaller touches unless he's feeling particularly needy or stressed

If he's working he likes when you come up behind him and wrap your arms around his neck, letting him lean back and rest his head against your shoulder

When he hugs you it's always very tight, wraps both arms around your waist and pulls you as close as possible as he buries his face in your neck

Secretly likes being the little spoon

Wolffe:

Generally guarded about touch and when he initiates he's very assertive about it, but honestly he kinda almost prefers when you initiate

Goes very weak for really firm neck and shoulder rubs, just carries SO MUCH physical stress and I feel like he's constantly tense lol

Really likes when you trace his scars but he pretends not to. If he's feeling particularly tired and he gets a little softer though he'll lean into it and his eyes go all half-lidded

Fox:

So insanely touch-starved to the point where like even when you're actively touching him he always needs more

Lovesss having you in his lap esp if it's late and he's stuck working on reports and stuff

Also likes to rest his head in your lap and have you play with his hair/scratch his head, gets annoyed whenever you stop and looks up at you all irritated

Thorn:

Pretty naturally affectionate with you, likes casual, easygoing, frequent touch

Honestly really likes hand holding and always laces his fingers through yours whenever you're near him

A big fan of quick passing affection, like if you nudge your shoulder against his or squeeze his hip when you walk past him

Bly:

Not super naturally inclined to initiate touch on his own but craves it very intensely

Loves a long, quiet forehead press, usually pecks your lips or cheek before pulling away. It feels really intimate and he just really likes that

Likes lifting you up tbh esp if he hasn’t seen you in a while he lifts you up a lil when he hugs you and rocks from side to side

Bacara:

Forcefully represses his need for affection to the point of very mild touch aversion and genuinely believes he doesn't need it

Likes when you touch his shoulders. Like if he kisses you and you clutch at his shoulders or if you pick up that he’s not doing well and reach out to give his shoulder a lil squeeze he really likes it

Secretly loves when you cuddle with him in bed, your head on his chest and a leg draped over him. Pretends to be asleep every time though so you can't call him out

The bicep hold™

Neyo:

Tends to be a little detached and kinda uncomfortable with overly soft or gentle touches, prefers to find excuses for touch through practical things

Likes when you adjust his armor for him, it gets you close to him while he can pretend it's just practical lol

Secretly really loves if you grab onto his arm and hold onto him if you're like surprised or scared or excited

Gregor:

Expresses himself through affection with you pretty frequently and seeks out touch from you a lot

Likes hugging you from behind and loves when you do the same

Really likes when you give him little kisses all over his face, it makes him laugh and instantly puts him in a good mood

Likes lying with his head on your chest and listening to your heartbeat esp while he’s falling asleep

Mayday:

Pretty stoic about his own needs but is really gentle and soft when it comes to you and he tends to initiate touch pretty frequently. Mildly touch starved

Really likes when you stroke his hair or beard, your fingers combing through his hair or scratching lightly at his jaw disarms him and he just leans into your hand with a quiet sigh

Likes when you rest your head in his lap, he often then traces over your features really lightly with his fingertips, just kinda admiring you

Jesse liked to think that he was pretty good at pretending not to look at you. During the last few weeks of you working with the 501st on the latest campaign, he'd been making an active effort to be as normal around you as possible, which had certainly been proving difficult, but no one had started teasing him about you yet which he took as a good sign. Sure, if anyone were to happen to glance his way at the wrong moment, they might catch the faintest twitch at the corner of his mouth as his gaze met yours, or even sometimes a quick wink thrown your way when he was fairly certain no one was looking. But that hadn't happened yet as far as he was aware, so he had no intention of letting up.

To you, though, it felt like he was being far too obvious.

You were still deciding whether you ought to scold him for the latest less-than-subtle wink he'd thrown you as you walked down a corridor on your way to your next commitment, when a hand suddenly caught your wrist. Before surprise had even finished registering, you were gently but decisively pulled sideways through a narrow door, which slid shut behind you.

You found yourself in a dim storage closet, crowded with neatly stacked supply crates, with Jesse already smiling before you'd fully turned towards him.

"There you are," he murmured, his hands already settling at your waist.

You let out a breath that was half amused, half incredulous. "Force, Jesse, you--mmph--"

He cut you off with a kiss before you could actually scold him, chuckling against your mouth. He kissed you for a long moment before pulling back just to press another kiss to your cheek, then your forehead, apparently unable to decide where he wanted to kiss you most.

You laughed quietly, resting your hands against the plastoid covering his chest. "Jesse."

"I've missed you all day," he offered by way of explanation, his arms winding around your waist to pull you more tightly against him. "You can be a minute or two late, right?"

You rolled your eyes but smiled despite yourself, intentionally ignoring the question. "You saw me this morning."

"I know."

You raised an eyebrow. "And again at the briefing."

"Mhmm, trust me, I remember." He leaned in to press his lips against yours again, the kiss a little deeper this time, and he gave a relieved hum like he'd been craving this all day.

You kissed him back for a moment before pulling away, catching his jaw in your hand before he could chase your mouth. "Jesse. You've hardly been deprived."

Jesse huffed in amusement when your hand caught his jaw, but he leaned into the touch like he liked it anyway. "I know I haven't," he admitted, one of his hands rubbing the small of your back idly. "But do you know how hard it is to have to see you all day every day and pretend like you're just another Jedi?"

You gave him a skeptical look. "You've been doing a highly questionable job pretending, and you know it."

He returned the skeptical look. "I think I'm doing a pretty good job, actually."

You scoffed quietly, releasing his jaw and wrapping your arm around his neck instead. "Between the winks across briefing rooms and randomly pulling me into a storage closet to make out, I think I'm gonna have to beg to differ."

Jesse hummed noncommittally, his arms tightening around your waist. "You still let me pull you in here, didn't you?"

You opened your mouth for a retort, but instead Jesse just took the opportunity to steal another kiss. One of his hands started wandering, drifting from your back to your waist and then slowly travelling up. You caught his hand before it could reach your chest, pulling back from the kiss with a soft gasp.

"Behave," you murmured, giving him a look. "I don't have much time."

Jesse's expression turned innocent. "I am behaving," he insisted, pulling you closer with his other arm anyway.

"You clearly aren't."

He smiled against your cheek as he leaned in again, pressing a softer kiss there before trailing another along your jaw, clearly far more interested in making the most of the few moments he'd get with you than in trying to be restrained. "It's like torture, you know," he murmured, quieter now. "Having to see you all the damn time and pretending like I don't care. Going into battle with you and having to keep myself from sticking next to you the entire time. Acting like I don't wanna march over and kiss you every time you enter a room."

You sighed quietly. "That's a little dramatic," you said, trying to keep it light though there was a gentle tone to your voice. "You still get me alone often."

He shook his head, now pressing more kisses along your jaw down to your neck. "Mm-mm. It's not dramatic," he mumbled against your skin. "I want you all the kriffing time. I hate hiding it, baby. Hate it."

You softened fully at that, winding your arms a little more tightly around his neck. "I know," you admitted quietly. "I hate it, too."

That seemed to be what he'd needed to hear. He pressed his face into your neck for a moment, taking slow breaths, before he pulled back to kiss your lips again, slower this time.

"Don't know how you expect me to act normal," he joked softly, brushing another kiss against your lips before lingering at your cheek. "Every time I look over at you I get--well, you know. Like this."

You smiled faintly. "I know. I just…I need you to be subtle about it. If we get caught--"

"Yeah." He cut you off, pulling back just enough to look at you. His hand came up to cup your jaw. "Yeah." He was quiet for a long moment, his eyes flicking over your face, before he swallowed and seemed to force himself to loosen a little. "And, for the record, I am subtle."

You gave him a flat look. "You just pulled me into a closet to make out."

"Subtly."

You laughed and he smiled at the sound, pressing one last kiss to your forehead before reluctantly stepping back. Even then, his hand found yours for just a moment longer.

"I'll see you out there," he said quietly.

You smiled. "Try not to stare."

"No promises."

501st

Rex:

Rex's feelings kinda sneak up on him and he spends a long time denying them. He convinces himself it's just admiration, or maybe protectiveness or duty, and pointedly ignores how flustered he feels whenever you smile at him or how he's always trying to find excuses to linger around you

The guilt absolutely eats at him. You're the General's padawan and a Jedi, and developing feelings for you feels like crossing a line he never intended to approach. He tries creating more professional distance…which really just makes everyone notice how strangely formal he acts around you

Lives in his helmet 24/7 around you to hide how much he blushes whenever you give him attention

Thinks he's really good at hiding his crush but he's not. Everyone knows. All the men exchange knowing looks whenever he gets flustered around you or whenever you compliment him. Meanwhile Rex is convinced he's being totallyyyyy subtle

Fives:

Fives' feelings develop pretty slowly but when he actually falls for you he falls hard

He doesn't even try to hide how he feels. Sure, if anything ever happened between you it'd have to stay secret, but having a crush? That's hardly against rules. He flirts shamelessly, winks at you across rooms, and never misses an opportunity to make you laugh

If anyone ever doubts you or talks down to you Fives is the first to shut them down. He's fiercely in your corner and has complete faith in you

Doesn't even deny it if you call him out on his feelings, he'll throw out a teasing/joking remark abouut how it took you long enough to notice or ask if he was being too subtle. But after the teasing dies down, he softens a little because he wants you to know it's more than just playful flirting or a little crush and if you ever wanted to talk about this seriously, he will happily drop the jokes

Echo:

Echo refuses to acknowledge his feelings for months and tells himself it's purely just respect despite everyone around him both knowing otherwise and teasing him frequently about it

Like unfortunately for him, everyone else figured it out almost before he did. The way he both stiffens and lights up when you walk into a room, the way he lingers around you, the way he's always pleased to be assigned with you on missions all makes it painfully obvious

Can't help but try to impress you a little bit. Even if he can't let you know how he feels he wants you to see him as dependable/someone you can always count on

Doesn't think of himself as much of a flirt but is kinda charming around you whenever he lets his guard down a little bit. Doesn't think he is, and isn't necessarily trying to be, but that just adds to it lol

Kix:

Kix's feelings grow so gradually he barely notices them until one day he realizes checking on you after missions has become one of the most important parts of his routine

Like no matter how busy he is, once his own duties are finished, he's stopping by to make sure you're doing okay and getting some rest

Kinda worries about you a lot despite knowing he probably doesn't need to. He trusts your abilities but he also knows how much pressure you're under and hates seeing you push yourself too hard

He's genuinely torn over how much of his feelings he should actually let you be aware of. Some days he thinks you deserve to know, and other days he convinces himself it'd only complicate things for you

Jesse:

Tbh Jesse falls so hopelessly in love it's painful to watch. But every time he starts thinking about telling you, he remembers you're a Jedi and talks himself out of it again

He flirts with you constantly but he's so bad at it. Like sometimes he's okay at it but as soon as you give him any kind of attention he gets both overconfident and a little flustered and any ability to flirt effectively goes out the window

The longer he keeps his feelings bottled up, the more protective he becomes. During missions he's always trying to find excuses to stay close enough to have your back even if he knows you can handle yourself

Also catches himself getting jealous more easily as more time goes on without him telling you his feelings. He's not proud of it but he just can't help how jealous he gets whenever it seems like someone else might be catching your attention

Hardcase:

Hardcase falls for you fast and doesn't really see any reason to pretend otherwise. Literally by like the end of a week the entire 501st knows he's in love with you

Shows off whenever you're around. Always trying to impress you in some way and it makes him even more reckless much to EVERYONE'S chagrin

Your laugh is his most favorite thing in the galaxy and he's constantly saying ridiculous shit/telling bad jokes just to get you to smile

He's your biggest hype man. Doesn't matter if it's training, negotiations, combat, Hardcase is already telling everyone how incredible you are and how well you handled it

Tup:

Tup's crush develops quickly and quietly but he's very keenly aware of it and has no idea how he's supposed to go about managing it. He thinks about you constantly and doesn't know how to stop

He keeps it completely to himself partly because you're a Jedi and partly because he feels suddenly shy whenever he tries to imagine confessing anyway

You fluster him without even trying. Any smile or little compliment is enough to leave him stumbling over his words

If anyone teases him about you, he gets SO defensive and annoyed and insists that they're reading too much into things even though they're absolutely right lmao

Dogma:

Realizing he has feelings for you is nothing short of horrifying for Dogma. He immediately decides the best solution is to avoid you whenever possible

He's already super formal around you but this gets dialed up to 11 after he develops feelings for you. Everything he says sounds super rehearsed and he's like trying to compensate professionalism for thoughts/feelings he desperately doesn't want to be having

He's convinced nothing can ever come of this and he refuses to burden you with his feelings. You're a Jedi , the rules are the rules, and he'll keep this to himself no matter how much it aches

But if anyone ever questions or criticizes you unfairly, or even raises their voice at you, Dogma's cutting in before he even thinks about it. Whatever else he's feeling, his instinct is always to defend you. So people catch on pretty fast that he's into you lol

Commanders

Cody:

Cody's feelings develop so gradually that he hardly notices them until he's completely gone for you and it's too late to do anything about it

He's very good at hiding it. To everyone else, he just comes across as very supportive of you. Internally, though, he's pining away. Can hardly ever stop thinking about you

As good as he is at hiding it, people probably start putting pieces together eventually. Cody never directly confirms or denies anything though, he just deflects or redirects the conversation

He essentially doesn't want to risk making things harder/more complicated for you by confessing. He instead just wants to be the person you can always count on. If you need backup, advice, or really anything else, Cody is already there

Wolffe:

Wolffe is frustrated with himself for even developing feelings for you in the first place and he frankly wishes he could just will them away

He gets weirdly wary around you like he’s constantly waiting for himself to slip up somehow. Like he’s really brisk and guarded around you but it’s because he’s trying to be soo careful to be. Like. Normal.

He's pretty good at hiding his crush generally but softness does start creeping in sometimes despite his best efforts. He can’t help it. You look at him a certain way, or you do something kind, and he just gets reminded of why he developed these feelings for you in the first place. The briefest little look of longing flickers over his face before he forces it back

EXTREMELY protective of you to the point it can come off as slightly overbearing or even maybe jealous at times. If anyone ever brings attention to it he just glares and changes the subject

Bly:

Bly's crush is a little obvious despite his behavior towards you not really changing. It's because of the way he looks at you when he thinks no one's paying any attention. There's so much admiration and fondness in his expression that it gives him away every time

Otherwise though he doesn’t let his feelings influence how he treats you professionally and duty takes precedence to him. He feels that part of his duty to you is remaining dependable and not letting personal feelings get in the way, and he wouldn’t want you to think that the way he feels about you compromises anything about his ability to keep up with his responsibilities

He's always looking out for you, just is always somehow nearby when things start going sideways. Also frequently asking Aayla how you're doing to get her perspective without realizing that he's accidentally being super transparent about how much he cares about you lol

He genuinely just thinks you're incredible. He has so much admiration for you and a part of him really hates having to keep it to himself, but he can’t really find a good reason to justify telling you. He tries to find one though. A lot.

Bacara:

Bacara ignores his feelings so hard he almost convinces himself he’s gotten rid of them. Like he is pushing that shit down so hard and absolutely refuses to acknowledge it

He doubles down on professionalism, keeping a very careful distance and ensuring every interaction stays strictly mission-focused. It throws him off a little if you're ever like particularly nice to him and you can literally see him setting his jaw and internally yelling at himself to stay professional

He's genuinely so annoyed with himself for letting this happen at all. He fully blames himself for “allowing” these feelings to develop and just becomes really harsh with himself and how he lets himself act around you

But, every so often, the walls crack just a little bit. Just a lingering glance at you or really subtle relief on his face when you get through missions safely. He fucking hates the soft spot he has for you but for the life of him he can’t get rid of it. He even once almost smiled absentmindedly at you when you caught his eye before he caught himself and forced his expression back to a frown. Was so baffled that that happened he couldn’t sleep that night

Neyo:

Neyo is absolutely impossible for you to read. Even after realizing he has feelings for you, nothing about his outward behavior changes. Genuinely no one can tell

He refuses to dwell on his feelings because he knows that acknowledging them won't change anything. You're a Jedi. He can't be with you. So he shoves his feelings down and focuses on the mission

His care for you does come out in little ways, but he intentionally makes sure they’re barely noticeable. It’s usually just like through how observant he is. He notices when you're tired, distracted, injured, pushing yourself too hard, really anything and he's always stepping in to check in with you, though he keeps it pretty subtle and somehow manages to keep his demeanor so cold that it’s easy to miss that there’s care there

He's also very subtly protective of you. He just always makes sure he's positioned somewhere where he can reach you if things go wrong. Gets a little pissy with you if you do anything dangerous/reckless and honestly it comes off like he’s being bitchy but it’s because he’s worried about you lol

Gregor:

Gregor falls for you so fast and honestly doesn't see much point in pretending otherwise. He figures you’d figure it out eventually anyway

Sooo fucking loyal to you in literally every single possible way. Jumps in to protect you at every opportunity. Backs you up whenever you might need. Just is always there to support you and if someone messes with you they mess with HIM

Flirts with you a lot and uses it as like an easy facade to tell you how he actually really feels about you. Every compliment is genuine but if anyone questions him he can play it off

Likes impressing you. He’s competent and he knows it but having you acknowledge it makes him sooo smug

Mayday:

Mayday's feelings for you grow quietly over time. It's not fast or dramatic. He just realizes one day how much he looks forward to seeing you every day and he’s like. Huh.

He really treasures calm moments with you between missions more than anything and will find excuses to go see you, maybe bringing you a cup of caf or tea, and then sitting and talking to you about anything for a little bit

Never asks for more than what the two of you already have. Just being able to spend time with you feels like enough, even if part of him wishes it didn't have to be

Can't help but like very subtly flirt with you every now and then. It's not frequent and it's never enough to picked up on by anyone else, he'll just like say something totally mundane or respond to an order but the way his eyes flick up to yours and his voice drops low is enough for you to know what he's doing

Hunter:

Hunter actually kinda fusses over you a little while you're sick, though he'd probably deny it if you phrased it like that. He checks on you constantly, quietly straightening your blankets or pillow every single time even if it doesn't need it. Every time he leaves, he still stays close to your room/bunk so that he'll be able to hear if your breathing changes or if you're tossing and turning more than you should be. He's completely unconcerned about catching whatever you have, brushing off your worries every time you apologize and telling you he'll be fine. Every time he checks on you it ends with him softly kissing your forehead before he slips away, only to come back again twenty minutes later

If Hunter's the one who's sick, he tries to power through it for as long as physically possible. He insists he's fine even when he looks absolutely exhausted, refusing to rest until it feels like a "reasonable" time to call it a day. Even then, he only begrudgingly lets you take care of him, quietly protesting every glass of water, blanket adjustment, or forehead check with a tired, "You don't have to worry about me." He also keeps half-waking every time he hears someone moving around or anything happening, almost getting up to check everyone is alright before remembering he's supposed to be resting

Tech:

Tech is very practical when you're sick. He keeps a file on his datapad full of your symptoms, temperature, and medication schedule, updating it every few hours. Somehow he always appears a few minutes before you realize you need something, already holding it out to you because he noticed the pattern. He's careful enough to avoid getting sick if he can, but never enough to leave you alone because caring for you outweighs the potential inconvenience of getting sick. He doesn't exactly fuss over you, but he takes really good care of you and is very reassuring in like a practical way

When Tech is sick, he'll rest when he can, but insists he's perfectly capable of taking care of himself. He thanks you sincerely every single time you bring him something while also immediately explaining why it isn't necessary for you to be concerned. He absentmindedly narrates his symptoms out loud only realizing when you point out that he's just been complaining for ten straight minutes. He reminds you not to get yourself sick every time you touch him, but leans into every hand on his cheek or kiss to his forehead anyway because tbh he's MISERABLE when he's sick

Wrecker:

Wrecker babies you when you're sick. If he's able to, he spends the entire day curled up beside you, cuddling you close while promising he's gonna make you better. He couldn't care less about catching whatever you've got, taking care of you is far more important to him. Gathers an assortment of bland snacks that he hopes won't upset your stomach, wraps you up in a blanket, and spends the day watching holofilms with you until you drift off to sleep in his arms

When Wrecker's sick, the idea of resting barely occurs to him until you practically march him to bed. He insists it's "just a cold" even if it’s clearly not. He doesn’t want you to worry about him and he hates feeling like he can’t do anything/is confined to bed so when he’s not sleeping he’s kinda restless. He's also terrified of getting you sick, constantly reminding you to keep your distance even while he's clearly itching to pull you into his arms and thank you properly for taking care of him

Crosshair:

Crosshair is dramatic from the second you first sniffle, immediately telling you that you'd better not get him sick. Despite all his complaining, though, he's hovering. He leaves things for you beside your bed without announcing himself, pretending like he was just there getting something or passing by anyway. Every time he checks on you, he finds some reason to linger for a little longer until eventually he's sitting on the edge of the bed, gently stroking your hair while still trying to pretend he's there for purely practical reasons and definitely not because he's worried about you/wants to make you feel better

When Crosshair's sick, his first response is denial. He's fine. It's just a headache. Just tired. STOP hovering. The more obvious his symptoms are, the more stubborn he gets, brushing off every concerned question or attempt to help and he gets even snappier than usual. Once he's too exhausted to keep pretending, though, he quietly starts letting you help. He refuses to ask for anything but he stops pulling away when you try to check his temperature or hand him medicine. Is secretly really grateful that you care and he eventually just gives in and lets you fuss over him, grumbling that you're ridiculous even as he leans into every little touch gratefully

Echo:

Echo takes a very practical, no-nonsense approach to caring for you when you're sick. He settles into a routine easily, checking on you often and making sure you have everything you need. Every time he checks your temperature, his hand lingers for just a second longer than necessary, his thumb brushing gently over your forehead before he pulls away. If you try getting out of bed before you're ready, he doesn't even argue, he just folds his arms, waits for you to wobble exactly once, and points back toward your bunk with that look that says the discussion is already over

When Echo's the one who's sick he handles it like a champ. Even if he feels horrendous he barely lets it show beyond being a little quieter or grumpier than usual, stubbornly trying to carry on through the day like nothing's wrong. Deep down, though, he's kinda relieved when you step in and tell him to rest, like he needed someone to give him permission to stop pushing himself for a little while