#2007leo

Leo was beyond patient, you don’t know how he does it, and a part of you feels like you don’t deserve it. You want to be comfortable in your own..damaged skin, it’s just so difficult. Damn it you were touch starved, you want Leo to touch you and embrace you like he has in the past. You want that back.

Desperate to have the same contact again, you opened your laptop and researched for any type of surgery that’ll help cover the scar or remove it. There were so many options, but you’d have to talk to your doctor about it soon.

You were so focused and determined to find a solution, you didn’t notice Leo walking into the room from his training session. He walks closer from behind to sneak in for a kiss on the cheek. The light from your computer stops him, he reads a bit of what you're doing and froze. Were you really that insecure of your back? He knows that you were sensitive about it, but he thought you both were making progress.

He remembers that you used to only wear turtlenecks, then you changed from that to long sleeve shirts, and gradually changed to short sleeve shirts. He was happy with the progress, he didn’t mind the pace because he knew that the wait would be worth it. Seeing this now just made him question every progress along the way.

Leo wanted to make his presence known in the most gentle way possible, “Hey..”.

You gasped and slammed your laptop shut, “Leo!” You couldn’t believe you were caught, it’s so embarrassing. You were hoping that he didn’t see anything, but judging by his face you were definitely caught.

“What were you looking at?” Leo softly broke the minute of silence between you. You fidgeted a bit with a pillow on the couch.

“Um, I was just, I just..” Your voice got quieter, you felt a wave of emotion rise up, yet you kept your ground. Leo walked around the couch and sat beside you on the couch, close enough within reach but leaving some space if you needed it.

“Is it really that bad?” Leo asked, placing a hand on your’s to stop fidgeting. You looked up at him, expecting disappointment. All you saw was guilt and concern, and it tugged your heart. The longer you stare at those eyes you love so much, the faster your lid of emotions seems to loosen.

When you stayed silent, Leo took the opportunity to hold your face in his hands. “Am I not trusting enough?” This broke you and your eyes teared up, you pulled away to cover your face with your hands.

“I just don’t feel the same anymore. My back is so awful, I just don’t want you to see it.” You cried in your hands. Leo took the opportunity to carry you bridal style and take you to his room. You both had to talk about it in private before his brothers interrupted.

He places you on the bed and he sits beside you but closer this time. He wipes your tears away. “I thought we were making progress. I didn’t think you still felt so strongly about them.” You looked at him and looked away a bit.

“W-Well, it’s been a while since we’ve…you know.” You signaled Leo and yourself then the bed.

“Oh?...Oh!” Leo caught on a little slowly and blushed. “If that’s what’s so frustrating then I’ll happily give you the attention.” You blushed at his easy response and looked away.

“I don’t feel comfortable in my own skin yet..” You quietly say, fidgeting your shirt.

“We’ll take it one step at a time, alright?” Leo adjusted himself to be behind you.

“Wait, now??” You slightly moved but Leo stopped you with both hands on your shoulders.

“Yes, now. We don’t have to go all the way right now, but we can start building that trust today. I want you to trust me with yourself. I want you to feel confident enough to let your guard down with me.” Leo explains with a soothing tone of his voice that just convinces you no matter what he says. You relax under his touch.

“Alright, I trust-” Leo gently gives your lips a peck.

“Only say that when you’re ready to give yourself to me.” Leo smiles, he slowly starts to put his hand in your shirt. He didn’t want to just lift up your shirt. “I’m gonna feel your scar from the bottom up.” He lets you know before he does, all you could do was give a short nod. He feels the bottom of your scar and slowly slides up, following the path it takes. You gasped and tried not to flinch away. He kisses your shoulder to calm your nerves.

“I love you. Every single part of you.” Leo says, repeating his actions to touch your scar. He calmed you down, this progress feels more advanced and you're happy that you were willing to take that step.

Thanks to the reassurance, you're not nervous anymore, but your confidence caught him off guard. You turned your head and kissed him passionately. Your actions surprised you as well.

“That was pretty fast.” Leo teases, you turn around in his arms and scoff.

“I’m just tired of waiting.” You bury your head in his neck, making him chuckle. You're done feeling frustrated and insecure about yourself that you're willing to ignore what you were feeling just a few moments ago. You want to give into Leo and you definitely want to just accept your scar. “I trust you Leo.”

Leo smiles and lands both of you on the bed with him on top. “About time.” You lightly slap his chest, but you still giggle. Facing your insecurities makes you feel confident, and a lot of things off your shoulders. Tonight he’s gonna show you how much he loves and misses you. An action you missed for a while. You love Leo for who he is inside and out, and you knew that he accepted you despite any injury. Love really does conquer all, even if it’s loving yourself too.

2007!Raph x Fem!Reader:

Raph has been touchy lately. You don’t know what came over him, but whenever he gets the chance he would kiss you or hold you close. He’d even step it up and pat your ass, only when there's no one around or watching.

You haven’t been able to be intimate without clothing, or at all since your injury. You hated the Shredder for the injury, not only because it made you insecure but you felt that Raph always felt guilty for it. You didn’t want to show your back to him for his sake. You didn’t want it to ruin the mood.

Today was the anniversary of defeating the foot clan, and Mikey wanted to have a flashy celebration. He even begged and bothered until everyone agreed as long as it was on the budget.

April picked out dresses for you and her. You used your’s and Raph’s room to change in while she used the bathroom. The selection of dresses April picked out for you was pretty, but you preferred backless dresses. Before your injury, Raph wasn’t used to displaying affection so he would just put his hand on your back or on your waist.

These dresses aren’t backless, they are pretty, just what you need but not what you wanted. You stood there and tried to decide what dress to wear, it was so frustrating.

Sighing, you went to the shared closet you and Raph shared. You rummage through and find an old dress you used to wear, it’s so gorgeous. Red and backless, this dress made every other guy speechless, hell it made Raph fall in love with you every time you wore it.

You decided to give it a try and changed into it. It fit like a glove, you were happy that you kept the same figure. You walked in front of the mirror and you even fell in love with yourself. It was a beautiful nostalgia. Then came the backless part, turning around slowly, your thoughts of feeling gorgeous flew out the window.

From your shoulder and down to your lower back, it was an eyesore. You tried to imagine your back without the scars, you just couldn’t, it was unimaginable at this point.

“Holy shit..” Raph's voice snapped you out of your trance. You jumped out of your skin with a yelp and instantly faced your back to the wall and away from the mirror. You see Raph’s reaction, you thought it would be filled with disgust or a cringe, his reaction was nothing but pure desire.

“I-I thought you were getting a suit with the guys?” You spoke up, slightly breaking the tension.

“I finished, bought the first thing that was decent before Mikey got irritating. Now I kinda wish I got something better, cause holy shit…I’m gonna look half assed next to you.” Raph eagerly stared up and down your figure.

You could’ve played along with his flirtatious encounter or even give him an eyeful by turning around slowly. Could’ve. Right now you feel nervous and anxious, trying to cover your back with your arms even if he couldn’t see. The exposure makes you feel small.

“Thanks, b-but I’m not gonna wear this one. April brought me some options, I just wanted to see if this one still fits so..” He watches you talk with nerves and slightly struggling to cover your back. Raph sighs, tosses his suit on the bed and walks towards you. You slowly walked backwards, you felt your back touch the wall. “Raph? What are you do-?” He places his hands on the wall on either side of you, enclosing you, trapping you. You felt cornered.

He doesn’t say anything, looking into your eyes, observing you. He moved one of his hands to touch your shoulder and you flinched, quickly shutting your eyes. “..Are you afraid of me?” This question got you to open your eyes and frown. You thought he wanted to see your back.

“What? N-no! Why would I be afraid of you?” You composed yourself, he let go of your shoulder and stepped away from you, his warmth leaving you made you ache for more.

“It’s just, you weren’t being yourself since the Shredder. When Donnie patched you up he told me that you might experience some traumatic side effects. I never wanted to ask what happened to you, but I can’t feel that I’m doing enough for you no matter what I try.” Raph explains and looks away from you. When you don’t say anything he starts walking away to open the door.

“Wait!” You spoke up and finally moved away from the wall to hold his arm. All this time, he was showing you affection openly to avoid you from going into a dark place. He did this out of his comfort zone just for you to get better. “You were being touchy because you were worried about my mental state?” Raph rubs his neck.

“Yea, I was trying to-Casey said that if I gave you more physical attention then you would feel more loved than scared.” Raph flustered over his words. You smile at him and gradually laugh, something you haven’t done as much recently. Raph stayed still while you laughed, hearing you laugh was one of the many things about you that made him smile.

“You actually listened to Casey’s advice? I mean it’s not that bad, but still, I didn’t think you would go for an ass pat.” You laughed.

“Hey I- nevermind that, why did you even look like you were afraid of me?” He quickly tries to change the subject. Your laughter stopped and you slowly started to feel nervous again.

“I thought…you wanted to see my back.” You responded, letting go of his arm to put your arms behind you, trying to cover yourself.

“That’s it?” Raph raised a non-existent eyebrow at you. You looked at him and you frowned a bit. You didn’t think he was gonna be insensitive.

“What do you mean ‘that’s it’?” You said offensively.

“Wait, I didn’t mean it like that. It’s just that I already saw the scar before.” Raph gently put his hands on your shoulder and rubbed them to wear off your little anger.

“You what?!” You looked at him in shock, mouth agape. “When the hell?!” Raph was getting alarmed by your reaction. Did you not want him to see your back that badly?

“Calm down! You left the door unlocked in the bathroom and I needed my bandana before I went to go training.” Raph saw that you're about to yell out more questions so he continued before you did. “Your music made it easy for me to go stealth mode…and I decided to take a peak. I really miss your dance moves by the way.” Raph couldn’t help show a grin at the memory, you snapped him out of that walk down memory lane with a slap on his shoulder.

“What the hell! I didn’t want you to see my back because I didn’t feel attractive enough for you.” You blurted your true feelings out loud. Raph paused for a second and gave you a ‘really?’ look. “What?” You snapped, you didn’t mean to, you were still in shock with this discovery, and of course Raph understood that.

“Such irony. You don’t feel attractive enough for me but then what does that make me?” Raph gives you a soft look. The irony hit you hard, you accepted Raph for the way he is, you loved him despite his flaws, you even embraced him completely. Up until now, you actually understood how insecure he felt about himself. You were only worried about your back, he had to worry about his entire being his whole life. If anyone could understand insecurities, it’s him.

“Raph…I’m sorry, I didn’t real-” Raph cut you off by taking your face in his hands and kissing you deeply. You gasped, slowly leaning into the kiss and following his lead. The kiss was breathtaking. He pulls away slowly and keeps you close, it took you a full minute to process his hand on your back. Softly tracing your scar, making you feel unexpectedly nice shivers.

“I love you no matter what, the same way you love me. Now stop being a brat and let me love you my way.” His last remark made you giggle, you’ve noticed that your banter with him felt like it never changed. Raph holds your thighs and picks you up, you instinctively wrap your arms around his neck. You giggle when he kisses from your cheek to your neck. This showed you that he was really touch starved.

“Wait, stop, what if someone comes in?” You tap his shoulder. Raph softly tosses you on the bed, you yelped in surprise but still laughed. He hovered over you and smirked.

“I locked the door on the way in. We can afford to be a little late.” Raph smiles when you kiss his nose.

“Yea, sure, a little late.” You sarcastically say with a playful eye roll.

“Glad we understand each other.” Raph chuckles.

Later that night, you both arrived two hours late. You both had to apologize to everyone, especially Mikey. You both could make amends to them but neither of you would ever regret it. It was the best moment you two have had in a while, and a huge step to accepting the change to your physical appearance. Your backless dress distracted them from asking questions about you and Raph. Yes, you wore the backless dress to the anniversary, that’s how accepting you are with yourself. That’s the strength you were determined to show. No matter what, you're still that confident woman you were a while back. Scars and all.

-----------------------------------

If you want to read more, check out my Masterlist

“Let me guess, this relates to my past self?” You raised an eyebrow at him.

“Well yes, you’ve earned it. You saved a fragile village from dictatorship. ‘Helping doesn’t make you a hero, it makes you human.’ Those were your exact words-”

“When we took him down?” You interrupted as if it was obvious.

“When you took me down.” Winters chuckled when you quickly turned to him surprised. “That’s actually the first time we met. Ever since, you somehow managed to change my greed and desires into so much more. A better man.”

“That’s...actually a bigger plot twist than I anticipated. If that’s the case, then why did you become immortal?” You looked at all his ancient stuff in curiosity. Winter's smile faltered a bit and walked towards the balcony. You followed him and you saw the centerpiece of the main floor separate, there were cages that emerged from the floor. The sound of monsters screeching and growling. ‘Leo must be in one of them.’

“The portal to a parallel came with a benefit...and a price.” Winters solemnly continues. “Before I declared war, there was an ambush. We were happily married and restarted our lives as civilians. Until..an assassin from another empire killed you. You didn’t give out without a fight, but the damage has been done. I swear I tried to save you…” Winters clenched his fist at the harsh memory and you instinctively put your hand over his fists. You don’t know why but you felt that it was one way to calm him down.

“..Is that why you wanted to become immortal? Because you were afraid of death?”

“No, I would’ve laid my life for you my dear. I did it because that was one of the benefits to opening the parallel universe. To bring you back. The price was becoming immortal and turning my generals to stone.” Winters opened his fists and held your hand. Your chest felt warm, knowing someone would make a big sacrifice just to be with you. Knowing your worth, taking a chance with no doubts in his mind, waiting thousands of years to be with you. ‘Something Leo lacked…’

Your heart tightened and tears formed but you held them back as much as possible. This man truly loves you, and what’s even more frustrating is that...you can’t even bring yourself to love him back as much. You hated that you can’t just take the love that you really deserve, that you can’t return it.

Winters notices your collected tears and gently puts a hand on your cheek. He starts to smile warmly down at you. “Opening the portal was a promise to me that I would see you again. It just didn’t specify when. I just wanted another chance to see you again, even if it’s for a day or an hour, enough time for me to say...I’m sorry...Darling, I’m so sorry that I couldn’t save you, protect you. Standing in front of you once again has reminded me how much I missed your beautiful presence.”

You went speechless, you were trying so hard not to break down. Right now, he was talking to the woman he loved thousands of years ago and yet he felt like he was talking to you too.

“Winters...I..I-I don’t know what-” You were choking up a bit.

“You don’t have to say a word my dear. I know I’m stuck in the past, and I have no knowledge of what will come next when I break this curse. All I know is that you made a second chance at life, and even if I’m too late to claim your love, enjoy it.” Winters wiped your tears and kissed your head. That’s when it clicked, he didn’t just want to see you again, he wanted you to restart your life.

The sound of the portal forming changed both of your attention. Winters smiles constantly, finally the day to end his suffering, and a perfect end to his guilt. Then, the cages seem to turn one at a time. Your nerves begin to spike when you remember that Leo is in one of them. ‘Shit..’

“Wait, Winters, my b-...friend, is in one of those cages.” You almost slipped the habit of calling Leo your boyfriend.

“What?” He frowns a bit and turns to see that each of the cages have turned except for one. Heavy steps approach from behind and Winters turns around in anger. “What have you done?”

“Your time for giving orders is over.” General Aguila points in demand.

“You don’t understand, I need to send these creatures back to where they came from. To finish this curse once and for all.” Winters explains but the Generals ignore him. Claiming that it’s their time to take over. General Serpiente got closer and tried to hold you hostage. You dodged and fought back until she slashed your thigh, making you yelp in pain and catching you off guard when she wrapped her arm around your torso. Aiming the blade on your neck with a menacing hiss. Winters made an effort to help you but the other three Generals backed him up to the edge of the balcony.

__________________________

Everyone got inside Winters Corp and looked for Leo. Once they found him and exploded the door to open, he started to stir consciousness. Raph pulled him out and they both made amends. The happy reunion ended when Winters was thrown far from the balcony towards the ground near them.

“Winters?” April was surprised to see him getting killed.

“More like fall, get it?” Mikey snickered.

“Mikey, remember what we talked about?” Donnie rolled his eyes.

“Y/n would’ve appreciated it..” Mikey mumbles, but everyone hears it. Leo clenches his katanas and looks up in time to see Aguila.

“Looks like someone got to him before us.” Casey pointed out while turning to see Aguila standing on the balcony and turned to walk away. Mikey took a hockey stick from Casey’s bag and poked Winters with it.

“Not so immortal huh dudes? Mikey seemed disappointed that parts of the legend aren’t true. Suddenly, Winters gasps back to life making everyone scream.

“Your times run out Winters.” April stands in the front, looking demanding. They’ve achieved Leo back, and now they want you back. She wants her best friend back.

“Miss O'Neil? I must’ve hit my head really hard. I’m seeing giant turtles.” Winters rubs his head, unexpected to see April and mutants, not to mention Casey as well, not that he remembers him.

“We know what you're up to Winters. We know about the portal and Y/n. We want her back and for you to send all these monsters home.” April ignores his confusion.

“I couldn’t agree with you more. I know it’s time to end this curse that I put upon myself and this world. For Y/n to finally live the life she deserves. That’s what this is about Miss O’Neil, penance. I need to bring all thirteen monsters together, or our curse will continue. And that is a torment I can no longer bear.” Winters expression saddens that he can’t be free of this curse.

“Then you should be put out of your misery.” Aguila speaks out, revealing himself and the other generals.

“Let me go!” You tried to struggle against the female's deadly grip, surely to feel a bruise later. Her blade slightly makes your neck bleed, alarming everyone. She hissed at you to be quiet.

“Without the thirteenth monster we can finally bring the world to destruction.”

“With nothing standing in our way, we have an army at our command.”

“My brothers, I beg you to let her go, I-” Winter pleads to Aguila.

“We are no brothers to you!” Aguila gets angry and stands taller. “You fooled us, you had us believe that the portal was to gain us the world. You wasted the portal for a woman you loved. How pathetic.”

“We shall repeat and finish what we began all those years ago.” Serpiente looks down at you with a small smirk, almost smug. That one implication made Winter's blood run cold.

“It was never an assassin that killed her..it was you?!” Winters clenches his fists. His own family killed you and all this time he thought it was an assassin sent from another empire.

Everyone else was either shocked or flaming in anger. Your life being held by the same blade that ended your life years ago. It sent shivers down your spine in a horrible way. Can a family be this destructive?

“Join us Foot Clan, and no harm will befall you.” Aguila turns to the Foot Clan and to send the message clear, the blade slowly sliced your neck. Trying not to wince but your face shows pain. The Foot Clan soldiers were starting to walk but Karai stopped them, glaring at Aguila.

“The Foot Clan is not without honor. We work for Winters, not you.” Karai signals her soldiers away. April and Casey quickly follow after Karai. Someone has to break the curse while the rest save your life.

“It’s pointless, without the last monster there will be no one to stop us. The portal will close forever, with you inside it.” The generals walk towards Winters, but he remains standing strong. He will keep you alive this time.

“We’d hate to rain on your parade, but we thought we’d even the odds.” Raph growls, taking out his weapon along with his brothers. None of them were gonna let you die.

“We’re going to enjoy this.” Aguila states and moves to strike along with his generals. Serpiente huffs and roughly grabs your arm to toss you aside. You groan from the ground and try to sit up. Splinter and Winters quickly run to your side and help you sit up.

“My child, oh how happy I am to see you.” Splinter smiles in relief and you couldn't help but hug him. You really needed this hug, the hug of a father. You release him and look at the portal with monsters leaking out.

“It’s getting worse, how do we delay an army of monsters?” You huff at the flying assholes.

“By sending them back where they belong.” Winters smirks down at you and you smile knowing how well your fighting spirit comes around.

“I’m gonna go get a weapon.” You stand up and the two elders start to put the monsters back in their place. You jog around through the mess of a fight to find a proper weapon. You find a case of swords and run towards your luck. Now a way to get-

You jump back when Leo crashes into the case full of swords.

“That was easier than I thought. You okay?” You tried to suppress your chuckle.

“Never better..” Leo groans, he looks at the general making his way. He turns to you to warn you, but he sees you pluck a sword off the ground and smirk down at him.

“Come on, don’t be slow.” You point towards the swords around him and he smirks. He collects the swords on his back and stands proudly.

“Come to daddy.” Leo smugly tells the general.

“Really?” You blush and walk away, making Leo blush too at the realization. Leo shakes it off and goes back to fighting while helping Splinter and Winters beat the hell out of the monsters.

______________________

After April and Casey guided the monster into the portal, the generals were pushed in. You took a breath, finally finishing this nightmare of a night with your family. You laugh to yourself when the brothers celebrate their victory, it was a sight you missed dearly. You were more happy to see Raph and Leo made up. Leo made eye contact with you and you gave him a genuine smile. The first real smile you’ve given him since he got back. It feels nice.

“Thank god your good dudette.” Mikey broke the stare between us and gave you a bear hug. You laughed and hugged him back, you had no idea how much you missed his hugs as well.

The banging of a van door caught our attention, Karai and Casey emerged at the same time but accidentally touched each other's hands. April pushed them both out of the way and got out of the van. You could tell April felt bad for pushing them out until she got pushed out herself. Funny thing about all this is that Casey thinks he made a bad move with Karai and tries to make up for it in a kiss with April. That shove he gave Karai was priceless, you tried your best not to laugh or snort.

Watching the passionate kiss he gave April made your heart clench. You wanted that with Leo. You turned towards Winters and saw him looking at you already, making you smile. You made your way towards him.

"So what now?" You smile up at him and he gestures to you both to sit on the steps.

"Well, now that the curse is broken, I might just fade with it. Remember, I'm just part of the consequences." Winter gives you a genuine smile. No sign of sadness or regret.

"I'm...sorry, I know you wanted to have another chance with me-"

"And I have. Maybe not in a way I would like, but seeing for my own eyes that you have family and friends, is enough for me to move on. I've lived thousands of lives but you were not able to live out one. After everything you've done for me, I owed it to you." Winters gently put his hand on your head, not sure how to give you affection after years of loneliness. You went ahead and wrapped your arms around him in a hug. Nothing else needed to be said, he knew you were happy and that was enough to make him satisfied.

"Thank you." You whispered, he wrapped his arms around you as well. Holding on to the feeling of the person he loved all these years ago. At least one last time.

"Your welcome darling." Winters softly responded back.

Having a moment like this with Winters was unreal, and so real at the same time. Letting go of the past to have a future, the future you weren't able to live out. You realized that you were more than just a reincarnation, you were an impact to fulfill a destiny. Your own destiny. It isn't defined by anyone, you define your purpose. To die for the people you love, to live for the people you love. You would die a thousand times for the family you built, and you would live alongside them a thousand years longer. For the turtles, Splinter, April, Casey. All of them.

“So...if the curse has been lifted, does that mean you're mortal again?” You asked letting go of him. Winters tilted his head a bit, questioning himself the same thing. He took a small sharp rubble from the floor and sliced it against his chin. You stared at the blood slowly seeping through the cut. What shocked you was that it wasn’t healing.

_______________________

Leo's conversation with April ended a bit short when his eyes found you. April immediately knew his thoughts without reading them and smiled.

"You're not too late, you know. Maybe this time you can clearly show her how much she means to you, instead of telling her your value. She knows what she deserves and understands what she wants. Nothing can change that." She gently squeezed his shoulder in reassurance. Leo turned to April, and saw nothing but reassurance. He smiles genuinely and gives her a firm nod. He's not gonna screw this up again.

Winter's laughter caught Leo’s attention and everyone else’s. You were beside Winter’s smiling, with everyone else not understanding what was so funny, Raph decided to approach Winters.

“Winters?..” Raph raised his eyebrow and looked at you with a questioning look.

“I’m never usually that happy to be in pain.” Mikey confusingly says.

“He’s happy because he’s mortal again, Mikey.” Donnie explained.

“April. I’ve had my eye on you for a long time.” Winters looks towards April and smiles. April smiles shyly, while Jones was rolling his eyes and snapped.

“I knew it!.” Casey says without thinking. April nudged him with a frown and you suppressed a giggle.

“I always knew that you’d be the one to help me find my way home, and to reconnect my past connections.” Winters clarified and looked down at you with a soft smile. Winters looked towards the turtles and Splinter.

“And thank you…brothers. You’ve made a very old man very, very happy.” Winter's gratitude towards the boys made you very proud of them. Splinter glances at each of his sons with a proud smile. You walked forward and hugged Mikey, since he was the closest to get to. Mikey happily hugged back.

“You are everything (Y/n) deserves. These thousands of years have been worth this moment.” Winter smiles at you and you return it.

“So, what happens now?” Mikey asks when you let go of him.

Winters, glances behind him and sees the sunrise. Turning back around he closes his eyes and prepares for his peaceful end. He glows and rises from the ground. Raph gets worried and tries to take a step forward to help him, but Splinter stops him and gives him a reassuring look. Winters fades away into a gold and blue ball of light, the blue light fades away, leaving glowing gold dust around us.

Once the golden dust touches you, your past memories instantly went through you like a river. You remembered growing up, becoming a fighter, a friend, and a wife. You even remembered your death. It was unreal to have two distinct memories from two different lives. Raph snapped you out of it with a nudge, you turned to him and saw his ‘you good?’ look. You smiled at him and attacked him with a hug.

“Softie.” You mumbled with a soft smile. He playfully scoffed and hugged you back.

“Don’t push it.” Raph warned, his smile slowly fades when he remembers the rooftop incident. “Hey uh...I’m sorry. About everything. I was-”

“I forgive you.” You let him go and smile at him. You love that Raph has the capability to apologize despite his bad temper, but you’d never let him swim in his own guilt.

“Okay, just a little bit creepy.” Mikey dusts himself off and then sneezes. Both of you turn your attention to Mikey, you giggle while Raph rolls his eyes. “Oh gross. I think he’s in my no- my no- my no-!” Mikey sneezes again. You, Raph and Donnie take a step back. “Gross. Somebody give me a hankie. Now he’s in my mouth. Tastes awful.” Mikey continued and Raph slapped upside his head.

“Quit your whining.” Raph irritatingly says.

“Yea, that’s (Y/n)’s husband you're talking about.” Casey chuckled, making April elbow his stomach.

“You mean ex-husband smartass.” You laughed and shook your head.

“Since we did it, how about some victory pizza?” April suggested with a grin.

“Now we’re talking! Come on Don, let's flip the van and hit the road.” Mikey nudged Donnie and ran towards the flipped vehicle.

“Mikey, even if we flip the van, we need to make sure it can run smoothly.” Donnie sighed but followed Mikey anyways.

“It’ll be fine. There’s a pizza place close by, it should only survive for a couple of minutes.” Casey calmly reassures and follows the two brothers.

The van is flipped and functional, the atmosphere around everyone is joyful and at peace. Well almost at peace. You feel Leo’s stare once in a while, you will have a talk with him, but privately.

__________________________

After getting our wounds treated and having pizza, it’s been more of a hangout than a celebration. You wouldn’t have it any other way. You and April have been standing on the sidelines, along with Splinter as well.

“So I’m guessing you're sticking around for a while longer.” April stands right beside you and smiles at the three boys playing video games. They make it seem chaotic with all the empty threats and yelling. Casey, Mikey, and Donnie have been trying to outdo each other.

“Where else would I possibly go? I’m home.” You smile at April and put your arm around her arm. Like a best friend chain you usually do with her and Raph.

“Good to hear, my child.” Splinter smooth's his beard in content. You all watch Donnie and Casey fail at beating Mikey. The entertainment was cut short with someone clearing their throat. You turned your head and saw Raph smirking with Leo smiling sheepishly.

“Uh...Mind if we talk privately?” Leo asks, rubbing his neck a bit. April and Raph glance at each other and grin.

“Why of course fearless. Just make sure it’s quick before you miss Casey lose it.” Raph gestures to Mikey calling for more help to get Casey off of him. “Yea we’re coming!” Raph yells out to Mikey and goes towards the struggling trio. April laughs and rubs your shoulder for ‘good luck’ before following behind Raph. Splinter hums peace while following both of them. You giggle at the scene before you and turn towards Leo.

The one person you have rarely encountered all day since the rooftop incident. Looking at him again makes you want to hug him. You're only waiting for a proper conversation with him. Leo’s eyes left yours and glanced down to your neck, it was bandaged but the reminder still makes his blood run cold.

“Your neck..” He gently reaches to your neck, careful not to hurt the wound. You blush a little at the care. “I’m so sorry. If I wasn’t so caught up in myself back at the rooftop, you wouldn’t have-”

“Stop.” Your stern but gentle tone shut him up. “I forgive you, but this cut wasn’t caused by you. No one knew I had a literal past life to deal with.” You place your hand on top of his, the one on your neck.

“I know. My apology still runs deep, I never should’ve let you go. I know that now. It might be a little too late to realize, but I need you to know that you have given me enough strength. Enough strength to fight, to protect, and to love.”

“Leo..” Your gaze is soft. Leo takes his hand from your neck to holds your hand, as if to stop you from saying anything else. “Wait...I’m not finished.” You let him continue.

“I’m one of the lucky ones to have you with me through everything. I’ve always been so happy to have you with me, actually I’m happy right now. If you let me, I can show you how happy I am.” Leo put his other hand on your cheek. You blush and notice that his eyes show nothing more than love and admiration for you. You stay silent but he knows your silence isn’t rejection, he understands how you process your feelings in silence just by looking at you. Your heart is beating faster, hopefully your face isn’t a red mess, and you don’t know if your breathing is normal. This is the effect he has on you. Well that’s just great.

“Kiss, kiss, kiss, kiss.” A whispering chant from the group is extremely noticeable. Leo rolls his eyes at them and you just glare at them.

“Seriously?” You raise an eyebrow at them.

“Oh come on, you guys are practically begging for it.” Casey chuckles and April playfully nudges him.

“Now I’m begging for you to shut it.” You snapped, warning him.

“Hey Fearless, you're just gonna stand there?” Raph teases Leo, making him huff in annoyance. Leo gently holds your face in his hands and turns you to him. You didn’t even have a chance to say anything when he places his lips onto yours.

Your mind just went blank for a second until you wrapped your arms around his neck. Even after a year apart, you both still managed to tangle yourselves like you used to. Your heart still flutters, you feel safe, and most importantly you feel at home. You still love him, that hasn’t changed. It will never change even if you wanted to, even if you tried. Leo wraps his arms around your waist and slowly pulls away, much to your inner protest. You opened your eyes and you're welcomed with his charming smile, the smile you missed so much that it haunted your dreams.

The ridiculous loud cheers made its way to your ears, making you flinch a bit from the sudden interruption. Leo chuckles at your reaction and kisses your temple. Everything just seems to change for the better.

“Awww, this was a moment worth waiting for.” Mikey sighs in awe with his hand under his chin.

“Try not to make it sound creepy Mikey.” Donnie rolls his eyes playfully.

“How about another one for the camera? Pictures last longer.” Mikey points to the camera phone Raph has out.

“Just proving to fearless that I ain’t no homewrecker the next time he wants to show his knives.” Raph smirks teasingly at the couple. You blush and give Raph a glare. What the hell.

“Alright, show’s over.” Leo speaks up and picks you up bridal style, you gasp at the sudden gesture. He takes upstairs while everyone else whistles or makes teasing comments. You had a choice: either you snap at them or to enjoy the warmth the man of your life is gonna provide you. Screw them, you have your man back.

“You alright?” Leo smiles down at you.

“Yea, just wondering how much you missed me throughout the year.” You responded naturally, which surprised you. Could the chemistry go back to the way it was?

“The whole point of taking you to my room was to show you how much I missed you.” Leo’s eyes gave a glint of naughty mischief, the confidence in that sentence really made your lower stomach flutter. You don’t know where this came from, yet you don’t care, cause you love it.

“Then make sure I don’t leave that room until I fully understand.” You also don’t know where your confidence came from. Maybe from a place of longing, but you’ll be damned if you let this opportunity slip through your fingers.

You know that Leo has owned his mistakes, and right now he’s gonna redeem them from now on. Well for now, all night long.

================

←Previous Chapter

This is the final Chapter!! ☆*: .｡. o(≧▽≦)o .｡.:*

Grasping your senses into one, you immediately remembered what happened. You pulled your legs closer to inspect the shackles on your ankles.

“Shit.” You cursed more on the situation than yourself. Looking around for something to get yourself out of these damn restraints, you took notice that this was Winters room. The light glow from the fireplace and the ancient artifacts are decorated all over the room. You moved from the bed and tried to look for something to get yourself free. Sadly, the shackles gave you limits on searching for something useful.

“Looking for this?” Winter's surprisingly gentle voice came through the room, making you freeze and turn to face the other side of the room. He sat there with his suit holding the keys in his hands. His expression showed sympathy which was ironic since he's the one that got you into this mess.

"What else would I be looking for." You gave him a sharp glare. He took a couple steps forward and gave a sigh.

"I told them to be careful with you. I didn't expect them to chain you up, believe me when I say that this wasn't the intention." He held the keys out for you to take. You hesitated but took them regardless. You didn't know his angle, being this genuinely nice wasn't a villain's best suit.

"I don't care what the intention was, you basically kidnapped me. Why the hell am I even here?" You went back to the bed in order to take the damn shackles off of you.

"Just as long as you're willing to listen and nothing else..I wouldn't want you to attempt an escape. There are plenty of foot soldiers on standby, I don't want them acting on the wrong assumption." Winter's voice was serious, it was more of a warning than a threat.

You rolled your eyes and stood back up, now free. "I would've known that on my own. This isn't my first kidnapping, nor successful escape attempt. So if I were you I would hurry up and start talking before I change my mind." You crossed your arms and squinted your eyes. He gave an amused look for only a second.

Winters gestures for you to walk with him and you reluctantly follow behind with a sigh. You can't escape either way without knowing where Leo is. Your heart was aching with worry, but you couldn't show it. The last time you saw Leo, he was beaten by Raph, shot by the soldiers, and so defenseless...even with your help.

You’ve memorized each path you walked through in case you needed to run back. There were foot soldiers patrolling everywhere. It’s starting to get a pain in the ass.

Winters led you to a door that was increasingly noisy. All you heard were animalistic growls and screams. He opened the door a bit and froze in thought, he turned his head towards you. “These creatures aren’t exactly normal my dear, try not to be too afraid.”

“If only you knew what I’ve seen.” You rolled your eyes and you saw a flash of guilt in his eyes. He proceeded to open the door and your eyes widened. The room was filled with caged monsters banging and shrieking, almost as if begging to be released. Winters gestures to follow him to get a closer inspection. It almost seemed like he planned it for years.

“Just how long has this been here?” You stared at every cylinder cage and back at him.

“Long enough, I know you don’t understand, but this will help me re-write my wrong doings.” Winters explained briefly but it only created more questions.

“That’s it? You know there has been a story going around, like ‘The Legend of Yaotl’, ever heard of him?” You raised an eyebrow at him and gave some sarcasm. He sighed and his shoulders slumped a bit.

“I do have more to explain...let me show you something.” Winters guide you to another room that is filled with antique things, most of them are covered. He moves to a painting frame that’s covered like the rest of the antiques, his hand lingered on the dusty sheet that covered it.

“What’s that?” You eyed it suspiciously, you somehow felt a bit nervous, not knowing what’s hidden in those sheets is the worst. Even when you had friends or dated Leo, you’ve always-

“You always hated surprises.” Winters chuckled lightly. You immediately looked at him, that comment took you off guard, which put you on edge.

“What?..” You couldn’t form at the moment, hoping that one worded question was enough for him to continue or get to the point.

“Legends work like rumors, they either mix with lies or they end up missing some important parts. This particular legend is true of course, but it’s only missing one important detail.” Winters eyes stare at the covered painting.

“Which is?” You hesitantly asked, a million answers crossed your mind, but none were what you expected.

Winters gripped the dusty sheets and tugged it to the side, spreading the dust around. You waved your hand around to move the dusty away from around you. When the dust cleared up you looked at the painting and your breath hitched. Your eyes widen at the painting...the painting showed-

“You. You were the most important detail that was missing.” Winters eyes softly stared at you while you stared at the painting with shock and confusion.

“H-how...How is this even possible? Is that really me?” You stared at the painting of you, you wore sparkling armor and your hair was so different. Your posture showed confidence and leadership, in short words, you're beautiful. Was reincarnation even possible? Well, there were mutants, ninjas, and magic...so why not believe this?

“Yes, even with another name, you're still the same woman I met all those years ago. I thought I’ve lost you forever, maybe this is destiny.” Winters walked closer to you and stood right in front of you with a look of longing.

“I-wait, what do you mean by destiny?” You raised an eyebrow at him.

“You were a warrior made to be a leader thousands of years ago. Every village or town to come across would give you their respects. You never turned away from evil, and no matter how many horrible things you’ve witnessed...you still believed the good in all the bad. That’s what made me fall for you.” Winters reached for your hands and held them with such care, and held them tight enough to be sure that you were real. The look in his eyes showed so much love, the same ones Leo has given you in the past...Leo.

“Even if I was her...I don’t think I’m the same woman you met all those years ago Winters, I..I don’t know what else to say.” You drew your hands away from him and took a step back to get some space.

Winters gave a gentle sigh and a small smile, “Of course.” He looks at the clock and turns back to you. “It’s almost time. Come, let me fill you in on my objective while we prepare.” Winters walked passed and gestured to you to follow his lead. You took one look back at the painting of ‘yourself’ and proceeded to follow him. You needed answers..

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Leo groans and rubs his head, it was very dark with a couple rays of light. He opens his eyes and observes that he’s in a cylinder cage. The blue leader pats himself down and huffs when he finds that he doesn’t have any weapons. The sounds of shrieking monsters beyond the cage made him flinch slightly.

Your sad face flashed in his mind and he stood up quickly. Leo tried to find a way out and find you as soon as possible.

“Just hold on for a little longer (Y/n)..” He whispered to himself, hoping that you're safe. He faced away from the cage’s door and pressed his shell against it, he propped his feet up against the other side of the cage and expanded himself to try to forcefully break the lock by his pressure.

“That’s impossible, she can’t be alive after all these years.” General Serpiente’s voice made Leo stop his escape plan.

“She wasn’t alive all these years, she’s been reincarnated. Still in her spitting image, surely you couldn’t have missed that sister.” General Aguila corrected. Leo couldn’t understand what they were talking about.

“You're implying that our brother not only lied to us, but also used us to find his past love?” The General sister asked with a hint of annoyance.

“Yes, but there’s nothing to worry brothers and sisters, (Y/n) is not a threat to us like she was thousands of years ago. She’s just a mere mortal now, killing her would just be too easy. Our only goal is our brother.” General Aguila sternly points out.

Leo couldn’t believe what he was hearing. Did you even know? A reincarnation? He’s seen so many strange and impossible things in his life, but this is still a shock to process. This is about you, how can he not be shocked.

“Are you sure brother? (Y/n) has proved to give our brother immense determination that we’ve yet to break.” General Gato remarked and Colonel Santino grunted in agreement.

“We’ll cross that bridge when we get there brother.” Aguila resolved, making his way closer to the monsters.

“That pesky woman has always been a nuisance, let me take care of her when the time comes-” Serpiente was cut off by her eldest brother.

“You will do no such thing! (Y/n) will be bait for our brother, when the time comes we need to toss her in the portal to seal our fate. She is the key to our immortality.” Aguila strictly tells them, their foolish words of revenge only angered him. If they were to rewrite their wrongs, there should be no mistakes.

Leo’s jaw clenches at their plan, his strength only increases. To know that you were a reincarnation, Winters past love, and the key to their permanent existence to the world has angered and worried him. So many questions crossed his mind, a lot of concerns, and too many doubts.

So many memories crossed his mind...All this time Leo thought you were meant to be his. Your care for him still showed before they were kidnapped. His hopes are starting to feel shaky, nothing could’ve prepared him for this.

“No.” Leo harshly muttered to himself with his eyes shut. He can’t have any more doubts or second thoughts. He’s had enough of that for a whole year without you and that’s only given him regrets. You were his and nothing or no one can take that away from him without a fight. Your love for him is still there and he can see it, he just has to keep it there.

“Put these monsters to sleep before they find a way to break out.” Aguila commanded while walking out with his brothers and sister, the foot soldier nodded and turned on the gas.

“Shit..” Leo cursed, watching the green gas rise beneath him. He tried to hold his breath and cover his nose and mouth but it didn’t work. Slowly sliding down against the cage, he ended up thinking about you more. When he wakes up again he will find you and he will make sure to never let you go again.

“This time I won’t let go, I refuse to let you go. I promise..” His voice fades into unconsciousness.

Two past loves trying to conquer what they once let go..

/ / / / / / / / / / / / / / /

I know it took me a while to get this chapter updated, I'm sorry if it's shorter than the rest. Don't worry, the best parts will come.

Check out the Masterlist

⬅Previous Chapter

"Yes sir!" You mocked him with a salute and he groaned. You laughed when he rolled his eyes and watched him walk away. Raph has been getting better at being there for you. Having the feeling of brotherly love just makes you feel complete. You've always wanted to be somewhere where you belonged. You never would've found home if it weren't for the turtles in general.

You looked back at the screen and saw Raph just waltz in the diner's kitchen. You had to try not to laugh when a waiter was panicking and the other guy was chilling with his coffee.

"Is it me or does that guy seem way too chill?" You chuckled.

"The day never really starts without coffee (Y/n)." Raph replies, shaking his head. He looks around the kitchen and see's the freezer open. Different food items were thrown and you can hear a tiny growl. Raph walks closer and you both see a tiny red creature, literally looks like a demon. It looks kinda cute.

"Well look at chu, ain't you cute." Raph chuckles at the small creature eating a frozen chicken leg.

"Raph I don't think you should underestimate the little guy. Getting Hellboy flashbacks over here." You giggled and shook your head.

"Oh please, this thing got nothing on me." Raph snorts and gets closer to the creature in a mocking baby voice. "You want a but kicking little fella? Yes you do, you do~. Come on, I'm gonna drop you into hurty town. Come on- AH!" Raph yells in agony from the little guys biting on his fingers.

You couldn't help but look amused at the trouble the little guy gave Raph. After Raph gave him a "snack", you just laughed your ass off.

"Ha ha, I'm happy you enjoyed the show." Raph said sarcastically but had a smile on his face.

"I should really do camera duty more often." You laughed and wiped the tears from your eyes. Man your ribs were hurting from the laughter.

Raph rolled his eyes and left the kitchen to help the waiter out. The waiter was too scared to understand an act of kindness, so this just irritated Raph.

"Why is everyone having such a hard time believing I am a good guy?! I just saved your life." Raph growled in irritation.

"Raph calm down a bit, the guy hasn't even processed the 'vermin' he found in the kitchen." Your soft voice snapped him out of his anger for a moment.

"I know I know, it's just-" Raph shut his mouth and tensed up by the shuriken. He looked up to see the owner of the weapon and groaned. "This night just keeps getting better and better."

Your heart stopped when you saw Leo on the rooftop, glaring at Raph. This wasn't supposed to go down this way.

"Raph I'll make a distraction and then I'll come to get you." You sit up straight on the motorcycle, ready to diffuse a bigger problem before it even starts.

"No (Y/n), you've done enough tonight. Go home and I'll come back for the bike." Raph sternly says, dropping the cashier and walking outside.

"But-!" Your voice didn't go through, he turned off the mic and the camera. This made you scoff at his intent to keep you away from more sibling drama. Sure, you never liked the way those two dealt with their problems, but before it was just sparring their feelings out. This time...it isn’t going to be just a spar.

Putting on the helmet, you turn on the motorcycle and speed your way onto the busy street. You multitasked on the road and searched for the brothers. The car’s honked their horns angrily at your abrupt change of lane. You didn’t even care if the cops were after you at this point, but thankfully they weren’t.

There were suddenly two familiar figures. Raph was jumping car from car while Leo was swinging wire from wire. ‘Leo really adapted to jungle life... Raph wasn’t being playful when he nicknamed him ‘Jungle Boy’.’ You speed faster into an alleyway, following their chase. You slowed down when their running came to a stop. You noticed the dead end Raph led himself to. ‘Nice one Raphie.’ You thought sarcastically.

Getting off the motorcycle, you quickly went to the fire escapes and climbed up. The closer you got, the louder the fight was getting. Your palms were slightly getting sweaty and your mind raced. What the hell were you going to say? What were you going to do? Your presence might end the fight or cause a bigger fire. You weren’t supposed to know who the NightWatcher really is.

You shook your head and got on the rooftop to get closer. Right on time, Leo punched Raph up in the air, making the helmet fly as well. You froze for a second at Leo’s sudden brute force. You’ve never seen him punch that heavily unless someone really got under his skin, and that someone was apparently the Night Watcher.

“Good night, Dark Prince.” Leo retorted smugly, walking towards Raph’s slight unconscious body from the punch. He was ready to attack Raph again ‘or the Night Watcher in his point of view’. You pulled your helmet off, realizing that you haven’t taken it off yet from the rush.

“Leo stop!” You threw the helmet at Leo’s shell. He turned around in a defensive stance with a glare until he saw it was you. His muscles relaxed for a second and looked confused.

“(Y/n)? What are you doing-” Leo was kicked to the side from Raph. He glared down at his fearless leader. Your eyes widen at the sudden attack. Leo groaned and looked up glaring at his enemy, but it was quickly replaced with shock.

“Raph? What?!” Leo felt betrayed, and not just by Raph. You stood at a safe distance but close enough to intervene.

“You are so smug, you know that! You think the world revolves around you don’t you. That we couldn’t possibly survive without the mighty and powerful Leonardo to guide us through our problems, huh?” Raph took a short glance towards you, making Leo glare at him when he stood up. “Well I got a newsflash for ya, we got along just fine without you!” Raph yelled at him.

“Raph...” Your soft voice tried to cut through his anger and he tensed up a bit. Raph didn’t want you to see or hear this. Why didn’t you just listen to him for once?

“Oh and this qualifies as just fine! Dressing up like it’s Halloween every night? Risking the safety of our family. You even got (Y/n) wrapped up into this front and center? I mean, come on what were you thinking?!” Leo’s confusion, worries, and anger came out all at once. He didn’t know what to feel first. You looked at Leo and frowned at his takeaway from the whole situation.

“Raph didn’t involve me in anything. I chose to help at times, and yes it looks reckless but no one’s life is at risk.” You corrected with a scoff. Leo looked at you and frowned with a clenched jaw.

“So it’s okay to act like a rogue vigilante? I come back to see everyone of you again, just to see how everything’s changed for the worse.” Leo took a step forward to get closer to you and gave an irritated sigh. “There’s just no way I’m gonna allow you to work for Winter’s just to find more about what we're dealing with. I’m not letting you risk yourself.” Leo demanded, making your eye twitch a bit. ‘The fucking audacity.’ You were about to talk back to him but Raph beat you to it.

“Don’t push it Leo. You can’t leave home and come back, expecting us to fall in line again, like your little soldiers. ” Raph pointed at him with a face that clearly showed annoyance.

“Hey I was training! Training to be a better leader! For you!” Leo sighs irritatedly and looks away with confusion and anger. “Why do you hate me for that?!”

They both started to slowly walk in a circle. You knew what this meant, and you were slightly afraid of the outcome.

“Uh guys-”

“Whoever said I wanted to be lead! I’m better off calling my own shots now, get used to it.” Raph cut you off angrily. He was too focused on his anger to realize the worry that you were expressing.

“You. Aren’t. Ready! You’re impatient and hot tempered AND more importantly, I’m better than you.” Leo growled and stopped his movements to glare at Raph. The vibe Leo was setting was really unsettling for you. There’s something about his posture and attitude that has changed him completely. What the hell did he do in Central America?

Your gaze from Leo was broken when Raph laughed his attitude off and took out his sai’s. “Oh you know something big brother. I’d have to disagree with you on that one.” He got in an attack pose, looking menacingly at Leo.

“Guys that’s enough. Let’s not do anything we’ll regret.” Your firm tone made them glance at you for a moment. Raph couldn’t stand down but you could tell he was slightly struggling to keep his intentions. Leo’s hard gaze from Raph has softened a bit from your intent to prevent them from fighting. He knew it wasn’t gonna go the way you wanted. He knows he’s gonna regret it, but there’s no going back.

“(Y/n) stay out of this. I ain’t leaving until Jungle Boy here taps out. Stand aside.” Raph pointed to the side of the roof with a stern look. You were beginning to get angry.

“Fine! You know what I’m fucking done with this. You two have a wonderful time trying to kill each other. By all means, proceed.” You spat at them, turning to walk away in a safe distance from them. You didn’t notice the hurt look they both gave you. Sure, you’ve dealt with this many times, but not to this extent. They both know that you’ve always been the one to diffuse the fire, but to their surprise you just gave up.

Raph almost had second thoughts until he looked at Leo. Now he remembers why he’s so pissed off. He goes back to the stance and glares at him. Leo turns his attention back to Raph and glares. Leo was willing to put down his fists, because like you’ve told him many times before. ‘It’s not worth the pain.’

“Don’t do this Raph.” Leo warned him.

“I’m done taking orders.” Raph held his sai tighter.

Leo took a few seconds of silence to think. His eyes looked at your disappointed form from the side. Lately, you’ve been witnessing the wrong side of his reasons, actions, and feelings. His heart clenched, realizing that you're not just disappointed about the situation or Raph. You were also disappointed in him, mostly disappointed in him. He failed you the very second he built the courage to write that break up letter. His regret has only just cut him deeper.

Leo focused on Raph again and sighed deeply. He takes out his katanas and makes a stance. This decision is gonna be the deeper part of his regret. Knowing that you will witness the fight, the very fight you’re always willing to stop, no matter what. The peace and light inside you was gone, and he was the very reason why. This made Leo clench his jaw. He doesn’t wanna fight his brother, but he will if that’s what’s gonna take to come to a conclusion.

‘Please forgive me (Y/n)...’

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

“Brother, they found different creatures, and (Y/n). Shall we contain them?” General Serpiente landed beside General Aguila. Aguila straightened his posture at the news and turned to his brother’s and sister.

“Yes, but we shall not harm (Y/n). Keep her safely contained and bring the creature by force.” Aguila responded to his sister, and the rest of his brothers with authority. Making their way towards their targets, they noticed a fight between two creatures. (Y/n) stood at the side lines, watching them with disappointment and sadness.

Aguila see’s two of the foot soldiers ready to capture you, but he stops them. “We wait until one creature stands.” With that, the two soldiers stopped their movements and nodded.

Everyone was waiting for the petty battle to be over, except for Aguila. He focuses his stare at you. He wonders why his brother is more fond of you than he can ever admit. With a deep thought, Aguila’s eyes only widened a bit, realizing the answer to his question. Has he been frozen in stone for that long for his memories to be in such a blur?

“Is something the matter, brother?” General Gato asked him, noticing the change of focus in his eyes.

“No.” Aguila only gave a simple answer. Not wanting anyone to catch his gaze with suspicion.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

The fight finally ended. Raph hovers over Leo with one of his sai’s beside his head, and the other is held tightly in his hands. The look Raph gave him was something you never saw in all the years you’ve seen them fight. You didn’t want to think about it but he looked like he was ready to kill…

You couldn’t breath at the moment, you didn’t even realize your eyes were glistening with tears because of the rain. Leo looked up at Raph, surprised but became uncertain about his own brother’s next move, or intentions.. This was one side of Raph that Leo has never seen himself.

Raph slowly came back to his senses and a wave of guilt overcame his features. Raph stood up and stepped back from Leo, letting him stand up and clutch his side. Raph turned his head to look at you and the sight made him feel horrible. You're standing there, frozen in place with your unshed tears and scared expression. This was enough to make him feel like a monster.

Leo saw you and showed guilt. He showed guilt in his eyes, face, posture. Raph turned back towards Leo and shook his head in disbelief and regret.

“Raph-” Your cracked voice only made Raph bolt through the rooftops. Leo wanted to call out to him but he knew that Raph wouldn’t stop. You both started to where Raph disappeared and Leo looked at you. He took some steps towards your heartbroken figure.

“(Y/n), I’m so-” Leo grunts in pain when something hits his shoulder. He looks down to find the same syringe that hit Raph a couple nights ago. Your eyes widen at the syringe and then at Leo.

“Leo!” You quickly moved to aid him but a black figure held your arms tightly. You turned your head quickly and saw a foot soldier. “Get the fuck off me!” You thrashed around.

More of them came into view and you saw four stone statues. The ones you saw on the news and the ones that Raph and Casey encountered.

Leo felt dizzy and tried to hold on to his strength when he saw you in trouble. He sees his surroundings and glares at them. Leo gave his attack on Aguila first, only to be slapped aside and onto the ground. You were raging mad now. You kicked the soldiers chin and yanked yourself forward to hit the back of your head with his nose. The asshole let you go with a groaning pain.

You ran and knelt beside Leo. “What the fuck did you do to him!” You yelled angrily at Aguila. Your attention switched quickly from the statue fucker to Leo. Leo tried to get up but it was no use. You put a hand on his shoulder and the other on his cheek to make him look at you.

“Leo? Hey, stay with me okay.” You looked into his eyes, you were worried. Leo gazed at your eyes. Despite all the heartbreak, anger. and disappointment he had seen those eyes hold, he saw the care. He didn’t think he would see that again in your beautiful eyes. Let alone your warm affection. Leo leaned weakly against your hand on his cheek and closed his eyes, knowing that it won’t last long. He even breathed in your scent, the scent that gave him the feeling of home. This may have been only a small gesture of your kindness, but it was something he craved.

The unfamiliar drug in his system couldn’t let him form words. All you could hear was mumbling and you couldn’t even understand him.

“Not human, but clearly not the final monster.” The shorter statue told the other, looking at Leo. The other one smirked at the unconscious creature. Their stare at Leo only made you hold on to him close while glaring at them. Leo’s weak state only made him focus on your embrace, forgetting the situation completely.

“Yaotl won’t know the difference.” The smirking statue replied. “Get (Y/n), and attain the creature. He'll get suspicious if he waits too long.” He signaled the foot soldiers behind you and you were ready to fight back.

You were dragged away from Leo, you tried to fight them off. Much to Aguila’s amusement, you were a feisty one. However, your feistiness didn’t last long when they were able to tie you up. Aguila observed the scene in front of him and continued his conversation with his brother.

“By the time our brother discovers this turtle is not the thirteenth monster, it will already be too late.” Aguila finished, watching the two foot soldiers approach Leo with tranquilizer guns.

“No! Get away from him!” You yelled out and thrashed around even though you were tied. Leo heard your voice faintly and tried to reach out where you’ll most likely be. He wanted to feel that warmth, that kindness, that small affection. There was a lump in your throat, watching him reach out to you, looking for you. It was agonizing.

The two soldiers each shot more of the tranquilizer at Leo, making him yell in pain. You were about to yell but one of the soldiers placed a cloth on your mouth and nose to shut you up. The scent was annoying and made you dizzy. It was chloroform. You tried to hold your breath but it was no use. You slowly leaned and fell limp on the soldier that took the moment to make sure you were out. The soldier picked you up and carried you along to where he was instructed.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

The running through the rooftops came to a stop when he heard Leo’s painful shout travelled through the misty air. Raph made a sharp turn, high alert.

“Leo, (Y/n)!” He began to sprint back to where he left minutes ago. He was starting to panic. He left you both there, broken. Raph got to the corner and his eyes widened when he witnessed you and Leo be taken away unconscious. He growled angrily and continued his way to try to save the both of you.

“Leo! (Y/n)! Hang on!” Raph called out, desperately hoping to save you two. His pace was increasing with determination, until the enemies got into the garbage truck. The truck sped away from the alley right when Raph landed. He screamed out in frustration and threw his sai’s in anger.

He didn’t mean things to end the way they did. Knowing you both were gone...He wanted to apologize, to make things right. Deep down, he never wanted to fight Leo, not the way he did. He wanted to take it all back. He should’ve listened to you…

‘Let’s not do anything we’ll regret.’ Your warning voice repeated in his mind. Your fear and sadness flashed in his mind, as well as Leo’s beaten body. He regretted everything.

“I’m sorry...so sorry..” Raph whispered with a cracked voice, tears threatening to spill.

///////////////////////////////////////////

How do you guys feel about that🤔? Crazy huh🤯?

🤩Guess what!~~ I'm starting to think about opening requests for TMNT. I'm going to post your requests so be sure you all know what you want!~ And did I mention that it can be for any version of TMNT? 😍Cause it is!!

⬅ Previous Chapter

Next Chapter ➡

“Follow me (Y/n).” Winters disappeared back into his second floor and you went up the stairs and followed him to what seems like his home.

“So your work is your home?” You asked, staring at everything in awe. The whole thing felt like a secret base in the office. ‘Just how rich is he?’

“I say it’s better here than to just keep driving around all day. Far easier.” Winters explained and smiled at you while going to the kitchen and pouring me a glass of champagne. He brings the glass towards me and sets his towel on one shoulder.

“Have you decided on my offer, my dear?” Winters looks at you curiously.

“Oh yea, um, I decided to accept your offer on the job. When do you want me to start?” You sat on the couch with him.

“That’s marvelous my dear. You can start tomorrow if you want. I will send a driver to your home.”

“Oh you don’t have to do that.”

“No my dear, I want to. You are the special piece missing in this company and I would love to give you everything you deserved before your workload would commence. Shall we have dinner tonight as a celebration?” Winters gives you the most charming smile.

“Thank you but maybe another night. I made other plans with my friends.” You smiled apologetically. You couldn’t forget about telling your friends about this. Winters is a good friend to you but you couldn’t let it in the way.

“Very well my dear. Now if you excuse me, I’m gonna get ready for a meeting in 30 minutes.” Winters stands up and starts walking to his room until he stops at the door frame. “How about tomorrow night?”

You chuckled while shaking your head. “Sure, tomorrow night sounds good. Good day Mr.Winters.”  You smiled and walked out of his ‘secret’ apartment.

Winters smiled and went back inside his room. Never in his immortal life, has he met a woman like you. If only he met you in his time period, maybe he wouldn’t have stumbled upon this curse. Winters puts his suit on and looks at the warrior suit he had displayed in another closet. He has lived all these years in regret, now knowing that he wants to lead a life full of family. He looks out the window and brings a small smile to his lips. The end of regret and suffering has to start somewhere, and you are that key. Which is why… ‘I want to tell you everything myself.’

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

You walked out the building and a truck honked at you.

“Hey where do you think you're going?” A familiar male voice hollered at you and you turned around.

You see April and Casey leaning on the delivery truck. You walk towards them with a smile on your face.

“I didn’t think I would bump into you both here, but I guess now is better than later.” You hugged April and Casey.

“So you are gonna explain to us? That’s a shame, I wanted to press every single one of your buttons.” April playfully huffed.

“Looks like I saved myself the trouble. Should we go and talk to the guys now? I’ll explain my actions on the way.” You chuckled at her and she nodded.

“Sure, we’re off of work anyways, let’s go to my car.” April smiles and takes out her keys.

“Finally some time with the guys.” Casey smiles to himself and walks along.

“Yea.” You try not to think so much about your encounter with Leo. Raph was right, I have to talk to him one of these days. ‘And thats today.’

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

You and the ‘perfect’ couple arrived at the lair and helped them carry some books from the car. Donnie requested some of these from April and he might as well have a library. Coming back to a warm atmosphere that you missed, there was also some tension in this familiar place.

“You guys came!” Mickey was the first to see you three and gave each of you a hug, but yours was the longest. When Mickey pulled away from you, he gave you a big happy smile and you gave one back.

“Of course we did.” You nudged his shoulder with yours, careful not to drop the books. You guys walked to the dinner table to place the books down.

“So where’s Donnie?” April asked, sitting down while Casey went to an arcade machine.

“He’s in his lab but he’ll be out shortly.” Leo suddenly came into view from the training area they had. He was working up a sweat, and just Winter’s he was wearing a towel around his neck like he just got out of the shower. ‘Why do these men have to show up like this?’

“I might as well say ‘hi’ to Splinter while I’m at it.” You swiftly moved to where Splinter would most likely be. In his meditating room. You needed some type of voice to tell that things will get better.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Leo just stared at you walking to Splinter’s meditating room and sighed. Mikey, Casey and April gave Leo a sympathetic look. Seeing you both torn apart like this made them feel bad.

“That bad huh?” Raph came out from his room and jumped down near the dining table.

“Dude, maybe you should make the first move and talk to her.” Mikey suggested.

“Yeah, (Y/n) may be able to listen to you, just as long as you give her the chance to vent on everything she’s held on.” April agreed and gave Leo a reassuring smile.

“That’s if she wants to give in to that chance. Ya know, girls like (Y/n) live by the motto ‘treat people the way you want to be treated’ and I think that’s exactly what she’s doing.” Raph scoffs and Leo only glares at him.

“Let me guess, you gave her that advice.” Leo pulls the towel down away from his neck. April and Mikey can only watch as the two opposite brothers try to square up.

“Oh please, you wrecked the stable relationship you two had. I told her to patch things up with you quickly so that it can just be you and me in the ring.” Raph stood tall with the toughest glare he could give his eldest brother. Sure, Raph was willing to fight his brother one-on-one but it was just downright low to hurt your relationship with Leo in the process. He’d never do that to you or Leo no matter how mad he was at him.

“Guys, cool it.” April stood up slightly and Mikey stood closer to April in case a fight broke out between his brothers. Casey stopped whatever he was playing and stared at the tense scene. He doesn’t want his friends fighting, but he could try to rip them apart from each other.

“The books are here, thanks guys, I appreciate it!” Donnie came into the tense room with a cup of coffee in his hand. Everyone was thankful that Donnie came on time to end the tension. Raph scoffed and left the room while Leo glared at his exit. Everyone let out a breath they were keeping in and Donnie was just confused.

“What did I miss?” Donnie asked the other three and Mikey leaned close enough for him to hear.

“One word, (Y/n).” Mikey said low and discreet enough to make sure he understood. Donnie quickly caught on to the drama.

“Anyways! How about we start with opening these books, shall we?” April insisted to change the subject and Donnie happily agreed. Mikey went to his skateboarding ramp and Casey went back to his game. Leo calmly brought his breathing and anger level down, making his way to his room.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

You cautiously entered Splinters calm area and the vibe in the room instantly took you over. Breathing out calmly, you walk towards Splinter and he slowly opens his eyes.

“My child, it’s been a while. How are you?” Splinter says gently and gestures you to sit down. He’s been nothing but a sweetheart to you, even if he hasn’t for days. Sometimes you feel guilty for not visiting him more often.

“I’ve been well, I missed you alot Splinter.” You responded and sat down in front of the table. He takes out two tea cups and pours tea on each of them calmly.

“I’ve missed you too my child. I know you’ve been a busy woman. Tell me, are you having any hardships. You know you're always welcome to stay here whenever you like.” Splinter gives you a soft smile, hiding how much he worries about your well being like a father would. Your heart melts for his worries. You wonder what you’ve done to earn a father figure like this, even your own father doesn’t really think about you when he should.

“I’m doing pretty well. My job is paying me well enough and rarely any hardships, but thank you for your offer and concern.” You smiled reassuringly at him. Splinter smiles and drinks his tea, satisfied that your well. You drink as well and your eyes land on a picture beside him. The first picture of everyone together.

“You still have it?” You smiled to yourself and stared at the picture. Splinter looks at the picture and smiles at it.

“Yes, the very first picture of a complete family. I became really happy with how much you’ve all grown since then.” Splinter smiles adoringly at the family photo.

“I was really a rookie back then, still learning right from wrong. Wow, I was so naive” You chuckled and Splinter joined.

“You may have been naive and a ‘rookie’, but to me you’ve given us more to learn.” Splinter smiles at you with appreciation. You tilt your head by the credit he gave you.

“I don’t think I’ve given you guys more to learn.” You were confused, you’ve actually learned more from them than they did from you.

“Well, my sons have learned very important things from you. Reminding them that together we can all be stronger. Helping them realize that finding love comes from within first.” Splinter drinks his tea, his description made you realize what this was about.

“Basically, I should be talking to Leo, shouldn’t I.” You traced the rim of the tea cup, in thought.

“I didn’t imply anything, my child. I know you have your reasons, and reasons should be heard.” He gently put his cup down and poured more tea. Splinter was right, even though he hasn’t explained his words specifically. You and Leo have been separated enough, if the last thing you could do was listen to why he did what he did, then maybe you can both at least go on from the heartbreak.

“Your right, it should. Thank you, Splinter.” You put the cup down and left with determination. Splinter drank his tea and smiled to himself. ‘Finally.’

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Leo was just meditating in his dark room with candle lights around him. He breathes in and out, his mind clearing and feeling relaxed. Yet, everytime he tries to clear his mind, you always show up instead. The memories of the two of you, the history of how you met him and his brothers. He screwed up big time when he sent you that letter, he can only imagine how hurt you were.

These arguments with Raph made him realize that he hurt you more than intended. He tensed up a bit when his door was opened without knocking. Taking a deep breath in and out, he sighed and rubbed his temple. “Listen Raph. If you're gonna come in here to penalize with more yelling, then you should leave cause I’m not in the mood.”

“It’s not Raph.” Your voice interrupted his frustrated thoughts. Leo froze for a second and composed himself. He stood up and turned around, surprised that you even made the move to come into his room.

“(Y-Y/n), hey, I thought you were Raph. N-Not that you look like him, I mean- I assumed-You know what, I’m just surprised.” Leo quickly faltered again and you raised an eyebrow at him, amused by how nervous he was.

“I guess that makes two of us. Listen, I just wanted to talk, if you're not busy.” You took the first step and closed his door.

“Sure, I’m not really busy right now.” Leo sat on his bed and patted a spot next to him. You accepted the seat and crossed your legs on his bed. You really missed the comfortable feeling.

“I’m sorry.” Leo started before you can even ask. You faced him and were confused. He continued, “I never wanted you to be so hurt this way. I just thought it would be easier for you to make something better out of your life than just me.” He explained with a sigh. That explanation just spiked up your anger.

“What do you mean by that? You think you can just decide ‘what’s better’ for my life?” You snapped and frowned. Leo flinched but he knew he deserved it so he stayed composed.

“Your right, I had no right to decide that for you, and I know that it’s a low excuse for a break up. But just look at my point of view for a second, I’m a mutant, meaning that my life choices are so limited that it almost seems impossible to have a normal life.” Leo confessed his insecurities but you were still mad.

“Leo, I knew what I signed up for the moment you asked me out. I even imagined the whole relationship between us when I only had a crush on you, but now you're overthinking about that?” You fumed, standing up and facing him with crossed arms.

“Yes I am. You deserve more than me (Y/n).” Leo says sternly and stands up as well. You can’t believe he was saying this.

“What? You're just gonna give up on me when things get tough in your future plans?” You’re not gonna stand down, now he deserves to hear everything he put you through. “After all we’ve been through, you're willing to throw that all away just because our future won’t be normal for me? I call bullshit. I just can’t believe you set me up for the fall.” You started to raise your voice at him.

“If anything, I’m giving you higher options to have a better future.” Leo reasoned while raising his voice a bit, slightly losing his cool.

“Oh sure, yea, let me just thank you for thinking about my future. Real eye-opening of you to realize that you were and always will be a mutant. You know what, I should go ahead and show my appreciation to you by looking for a mutant girl to give you a promising future.” Your sarcasm hit him and now he frowns at the last part.

“I don’t have anyone else, if that’s what you're suggesting.” Leo gritted his teeth. This isn’t how he thought the conversation would go at all.

“Well, damn Leo! Why else would you break up with me through a letter while you’re in Central America?!  It’s either that or I’m not good enough for you.‘Thinking about your future’ my ass!” You retorted with a glare.

“I don’t want you to regret being stuck with me after you realize all the options you had beforehand! I never want to be the reason why you can’t have a good career, a child, or a wedding. I know what I can offer...and it isn’t good enough for you.” Leo’s frustration faded into sadness. Your anger subsided into some guilt and sighed softly to yourself.

You analyzed the situation and blamed some of it on yourself for blowing the conversation into an argument. He had some fault in it too and he knows it. You weren’t a mutant, but you can understand the pressure he feels for trying to give you everything he obviously can’t. Then again, that doesn’t excuse him to let you go so easily, not without knowing how much it hurt you.

“Leo, I love you so much,” He instantly looked into your eyes surprised, “ and I’m sorry, for not giving you enough strength during our relationship.” Leo was about to oppose until you stopped him.

“(Y/-” “No, let me finish. I’ve always told you that ‘I’m so happy that I have you with me.’ This past year has been hell without you. You don’t even know how much I missed you. I mean, look at me! I haven’t slept well until I found out you came back home.” You pointed out the bag under your eyes. Leo started walking closer to you until you stopped him by putting a hand on his chest.

“If you never trusted those words to heart, then it’s pointless...to both of us.” You finished and turned around to leave with tears collecting in your eyes. Leo called out for you but you ignored him. You even ignored everyone else’s concerned expressions.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

You went out of the sewer and walked around the rooftop. Leo may have some insecurities but you’ve always given him reassurance that you will always be by his side. You went above and beyond for him, so why did he still doubt it? If he was gonna give up then so were you..no matter how much it hurts you.

“(Y/n)?” Raph appeared behind you so suddenly that you turned around without wiping your eyes. “What the hell happened??” Raph jumped down and took his Nightwatcher helmet off.

“J-just went to finally talk to Leo. It’s fine really, things didn’t go as well as I hoped.” You wiped your eyes and gave him a reassuring smile.

Raph frowns and huffs, “That's what you call fine? Stay here, I’m gonna go knock some sense into him.” Raph starts to walk away with his duffle bag and you hold onto his arm.

“Raph no. Just don’t..” You felt a lump in your throat. You couldn’t say another word, cause it would just break you down again. Raph looked at your fragile form and sighed in irritation. All he wanted was for you to be happy with Leo. Sure, he and Splinter Junior have a lot to fix, even if it turns into another physical fight. You don’t look like you can take it anymore, you can barely hold on at this point.

Raph pulled you in for a hug and rubbed your back. You immediately broke down and held on to him. He’s had to console you so many times, so he wasn’t as awkward as the first time. You feel bad that Raph has to be the one to help you through this mess, he didn’t need this.

“Listen, I gotta do some Night Watcher patrol. Mind being my sidekick for tonight?” Raph cleared his throat and asked awkwardly. You snorted at his change of subject. He was still awkward at times. You pulled away and wiped your tears.

“Sure, I’m doing camera duty tho.” You accepted with a chuckle. Raph gave a small smile and put his helmet back on.

“Whatever you say, kid.” Raph makes you follow him to his bike.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Leo was in all sorts of emotion. Anger, regret, guilt, sadness. None of these are what he wants at all. Not the rival between him and Raph, and sure as hell not a fight between him and (Y/n). All he wanted was to come back to a complete home, but obviously it wasn’t gonna go that way. Splinter was right, we can’t be expected to continue with our lives as long as we’re fighting each other. Which is why he’s searching for Raph. He needs to talk to him and clear the air.

VROOOOM

‘Or maybe that could wait.’ Leo follows the direction of that well known disruptive motorcycle.

“I guess it’s time to introduce myself, Nightwatcher.”

////////////////////////////////////////

😆Aaaaaah!

😊Was it good? 😣Bad? 🤔Uh-ah-ummm. Please leave kudos or comments to know if I should update another one, or tell me how well I did. Cause honestly, I need determination. I'm gonna go lie down now.😴

↩ Previous Chapter 

↪ Next Chapter 

Walking up to the top floor of April and Casey’s new home, you smiled on how they finally decided to move in together. April talked about how their penthouse was beautiful and roomy for both of them, also in case the turtles decided to crash for the night.

You knock on the pristine door and April opens it with the third knock.

“(Y/n)! I’m so glad you came. Come on in.” April opened the door wide open with a happy smile.

You walked in their penthouse and started staring at everything.

“Things have been going well between you two huh.” You smile at April and hug her as a greeting.

“Thanks to me of course.” April looked smug and you chuckled.

We walked to the living room and you saw Casey on the couch with a newspaper. He looked up and grinned at you.

“Hey there, ready to face ‘fearless’?” Casey sits up and puts the newspaper down.

April pats his head with her wooden sword as a warning. “What? She can take him if she wants to.” Casey pouts and rubs his head. You chuckle and hug him as well.

“Let’s hope it won’t come to that.” You smile at them.

“So, I called Donnie and asked when they’ll be done with their patrol, he says at 11, so we can wait a little until then.”  April informs and turns on the music while the t.v is on.

“Wanna spar a little, it’s been a while. I mostly practice by myself tho.” You ask and put your backpack purse beside the couch.

“Sure, I’ve been wanting to ask you anyways.” April smiles and makes her stance.

“Just don’t whine when you tap out.” You make a stance and grin while she playfully rolls her eyes.

While you and April were sparing with each other, Casey entertained himself a bit by watching the ‘cat fight’. That's what he calls it everytime you and April spar together. He then just looked at the newspaper when he saw a picture of Raph in his Nightwatcher outfit and started reading the section.

During the spar, you and April heard a familiar news that came in this morning.

“Witnesses say there are holes in the floors, as if something or someone had just blasted straight down through them. Leaving authorities ‘scratching their heads’.” The anchor raises an eyebrow.

You and April immediately stop and turn to the t.v screen. You turn to each other and things somehow make it a little more clear.

“So this confirms that he’s back then.” April raises an eyebrow at the construction site.

“Looks like it, the four of them together are trouble but effective. So whatever happened that night gave them motive to strike into the scene. Something big.” You try to analyze the situation.

“We’ve got an image in from an amateur cameraman, and I do stress amateur.” The anchor says showing the image of what seems like a statue man.

“Whoa, April, wasn’t that the statue you delivered to Winters from Central America?” You asked and turned to her.

“I think so..Casey come look at this.” April called out to Casey. When you both turned around, and he was gone. You figured that he went out playing ‘trick or treat’ again. April went close to the window and sighed. “Be safe.”

“Don’t worry, he can take care of himself. That guy can give and take more hits than I give him credit for.” You state and she chuckles. You both sat back down at the couch and looked at the t.v. The news ended but we still had suspicions about it.

“There’s just no way that those statues can come to life just like that.” April frowned a bit, thinking.

“From everything that we all went through April, anything is possible. Maybe someone, somehow activated those statues. Actually, there were alot of statues that Winters had collected. Maybe he had them for a reason.” You leaned forward and put your palm under your chin.

“Why would Winters even want moving statues-? Wait, how do you know he had a collection of statues?” April turned to you confused.

“I may or may not have been to his place before…” You chuckle nervously.

“Did you-?” April eyes widen and you stop her immediately.

“No! Oh god no. When we first met, I was at his Gala, my boss only wanted me there to speak about his business since he trusts me more than his other employees. Winter and I talked about it and made some agreement. Later on, he wanted to show me something that he hasn’t shown anyone before. I saw a room that was filled with alot of ancient scrolls, weapons, and familiar statues. That's actually when he offered to get some coffee with me one day.” You explained to her and she nodded in understanding.

“Why did he show you that?” April asks.

“I’m not sure, he said that he saw something special in me. Maybe it’s his way of getting girls?” You were trying to be sure that’s what it was.

“I guess, but that doesn’t explain why he-” April was cut off by a grunt from outside the window.

You both got startled and quickly made a defensive stance, but then you guys relaxed when it was just Casey...and Raph. Seeing Raph limp made you both worried and panicked.

“What happened to Raph?!” You got closer and tried to help him by getting Raph’s other arm moving him inside the apartment.

“I don’t know! There was a monster he wanted to go after, then the foot showed up, and walking statues. They hit him with this.” Casey showed a syringe and gave it to April.

“I’ll call Donnie.” April went quick to the phone. You told Casey to get a bowl of water and a towel while you check for injuries. Your eyes widen when you see a weapon that resembles a ninja star. It was deep in his shell and it felt like stone. An ancient weapon.

“They’re coming on their way. How’s he doing?” April asked, gently touching his arm. Raph’s head was on your lap while you wiped away the sweat on his face and neck.

“He’s breathing more normally now, but still a little woozy. Whatever was in that syringe really knocked him out.” You responded, dipping the towel in water to dab. The three of you were worried about Raph.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Your waiting was finally over once you heard a thud in front of the window. Mikey’s big smile showed and he opened the window to get inside, you smiled in relief. Two other thuds were joined which means that he’s back. Mickey stared at the whole apartment like you did before. Donnie came in after Mikey with an apologetic smile towards you. Leo then emerged into the window looking at all of us. You didn’t give a big smile like the rest of them.

“Leo! You came back.” April said happily.

“Leo!” Casey swings in his chair.

“Sorry the reunion isn’t under better circumstances.” Leo apologies and enters the apartment.

“Whoa-ho-ho! Nice pen kids.” Mikey smiles big at the apartment and then looks at Raph on my lap. “Oh, hey Raph.”

Donnie approached Raph and started checking on him.

“Well, his vital signs seem to be okay. Pupil dilation is normal.” He says.

“That’s not everything.” You say pointing to the back of Raph’s shell.

“Whoa!” Donnie turns Raph to see his shell.

“Whoa.” Mikey says in curiosity while Leo was concerned.

Donnie takes the weapon out and inspects it.

“Some sort of stone, probably obsidian I think.” Donnie analyzes and Leo walks up to Raph.

“Well is he gonna be alright?” Leo asks worriedly, he touches his brother's shoulder.

“Ugh, you're still here? Go back to the jungle.” Raph says with a little slur, shoves his hand away and lays back on your lap.

“Well, at least his personality is still intact.” Leo raises an eyebrow and shrugs.

“(Y/n)! I missed you.” Mikey hugged you tightly but made sure not to disturb Raph.

“I missed you too buddy.” You smiled and hugged him with one arm. You couldn’t bring yourself to talk to Leo or even make eye contact with him.

While April was explaining the story of ‘The Legend of Yaotl’, Raph sat up and you guided him to the kitchen to bandage his arm. He gave you a grumble ‘thanks’ and drank some water to freshen up. You smiled and you both walked back out to the living room.

“Well if you ask me guys, this has Winter's name written all over it.” Donnie told everyone and you were a little shocked about his answer.

“How did you figure that Donnie?” Leo asked, while Casey and Mikey agreed.

“Because, this has Winter’s name written all over it.” Donnie answers with a grin.

“Can I see that?” You asked and Donnie gave it to you, it really was true. What could Winters possibly gain from forming a relationship with me?

“Your rich boyfriend has goons now (Y/n)? Didn’t see that coming. Now I know who to thank for the shot in the arm. So where do we find this guy and his stone jokers?” Raph says sitting down while holding his arm. You glare a little at him for the information he gave out to everyone.

“Boyfriend?” Donnie,Mikey, and Casey turned to you with a shocked face.

“It’s not like that. I’ll explain later.” You rubbed your temple. Leo seemed a little hurt but crossed his arms and ignored the information for now.

“We’re not going anywhere until we get Splinter’s blessing.” Leo firmly says and frowns at Raph.

“Did you get his blessing for extra days on your ‘vacation’?” Raph glares at him.

“That’s different.” Leo glares back at his hot headed brother.

“Different how? Oh I get it! It was a perfect excuse to ghost (Y/n).” Raph snaps at the leader.

“Raph!” You exclaimed, surprised by his sudden choice of words.

“What? You think I’m gonna let him stand there and quote a rule book to me that he ain’t following for a year!” Raph stands up abruptly and points at Leo while glaring at him.

“Look Raph, if you got something you wanna get out of your shell. Now’s the time! What you're not gonna do is include (Y/n) into this. And I’m not gonna stand here and debate Splinter’s direct orders with you!” Leo pointed at Raph with a hard glare. Raph clenches his jaw.

“Fine then, I quit.” Raph gives up and exits out the window, but not without Casey’s words before he left. You wanted to talk to Raph, even though he threw you out there like that.

“If you don’t mind April, I’d like to take these to the lab for some tests. We should start figuring out these pieces.” Donnie stands and walks towards April.

“Sure Donnie, I’ll come by with Casey tomorrow evening.” April smiles and nods. You can’t focus on the situation when Raph stormed out.

“I’ll catch up with you guys later, I’ll come by tomorrow evening since it’s my day off. Don’t overwork yourself Donnie.” You waved at them and headed out of the window in search of Raph.

Leo wanted to stop you but he stopped himself. How can he even begin to start a conversation with you, you couldn’t even look at him in the eye. Maybe now isn’t the right time.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

You went on the search for Raph, only to find him in his Nightwatcher outfit. He took his anger out on some crooks and went back up to the roof. When he saw you, he groaned and took his helmet off.

“What is it now (Y/n), I don’t wanna get into an argument with you so do us both a favor and let me be.” Raph turned around and grabbed his duffle bag.

“Raph I didn’t want to argue with you at all. I just wanted to see how you were doing.” You approached him and sat on the ledge of the roof.

“Yea right, after what I said I wouldn’t be surprised if you're upset with me.” Raph scoffs and retouches his weapons.

“Honestly? A little, but I wouldn’t have said it any better if I were to tell him off.” You looked at him with a smile.

“Well at some point he’s gonna get the courage to talk to you, so you might want to figure things out soon.” Raph puts the helmet back on and looks over the city.

“Figure what out?” You asked, wondering what he’s referring to.

“I’m talking about things between you, Leo, and Winters. You're either team Winters or team Leo.” Raph points out as if it was obvious.

“You didn’t just say that.” You cringed at his reference.

“What? Not a fan of Twilight anymore?” Raph grins under his helmet while looking at you.

“That was a phase! I was 15!” You blushed and slapped his arm, making him laugh.

“That phase is worth it now. I’m gonna shove it in your nose whenever I get the chance. It’s your fault Mikey got into it.” Raph smirks and picks up his duffle bag.

“A-At least he was able to read actual novels for once instead of comic books!” You defended yourself the best you could. Raph stops for a moment and tries to say something but couldn’t.

“You're right, you turned our little brother into a zombie. He wouldn’t put down the book for video games until he finished it. It was the weirdest 2 months I’ve ever experienced, and he’s damn weird. Donnie was this close into analyzing his brain.” Raph looked at you and shivered at Mikey’s behavior.

“It wasn’t that bad...right?” You were unsure on how good or bad you affected Mikey.

“It was a horrible experience but at least his phase is over.” Raph shakes his head.

“Anyways, need a ride home? I’m pretty much done for tonight.” Raph takes off his gear and shoves it in the duffle bag.

“Sure, I wouldn’t want to wake up late.” You stood up and followed him.

“I thought you didn’t have work tomorrow.” Raph raises an eyebrow at you.

“Winters texted me again, he offered me a job, better than my recent one. If he’s actually the bad guy then this would be my chance in becoming an undercover spy, right?” You explained to Raph and he crossed his arms disapprovingly.

“What?..” Your frown, you thought it was a good idea.

“You shouldn't be too trusting with that guy. Have you even talked to the rest about it yet?” Raph asks and you scratch your neck.

“No, but I can tell them tomorrow.” You sighed a bit.

“Ya better, cause if anything happens to you, we won’t sit still.” Raph starts the motorcycle and sits on it, you sit behind him and securely wrap your arms around him.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

You woke up and did your morning routine with some music. Today is when you investigate Winters. You just couldn’t wrap your head around Winters being the bad guy. He seemed too genuine with you and you felt it. Which was strange, because Karai was always bad news to you no matter how she has benefited us at times. There has to be something that Winters is doing.

You walk out of your apartment and keep thinking about Winter’s motives.

‘He brought the curse upon himself. Maybe he wanted to break the curse? Being immortal isn’t all rainbows and sunshine. Living more years than others could bring regret and sorrow. Not being able to have a normal life is something everyone wants. I feel bad for him. I mean, if he wanted to take over the world, he could’ve done it years ago.’

Your thoughts were interrupted when a limo came up and the driver opened the door for you. “Right this way ma’am.” The driver smiled at you and you got in.

“Thank you.” You smiled and looked inside the limo. ‘He’s too rich.’

Once you arrived at Winter’s Corp., you took a long look at the building and the tiny peach hairs at the back of your neck stood up. Something about this place is definitely weird. You quickly touched the back of your neck and rubbed the uneasiness away.

You walked inside the building and stared in awe at how huge it was inside. Everyone was just doing their business. Some looked dressed professionally, others were casual, and the rest seem to work here. There was a big symbol in the middle of the marble floor, one would assume it was a logo or decoration, but those are the same symbols on the ancient weapon that was embedded in Raph’s shell. ‘It can’t be a coincidence.’

Continuing the walk to Winter’s office, you saw a woman who you assumed to be his assistant. The woman was typing away on her computer, with a concentration expression. ‘She’s very gorgeous for an assistant.’

“Uh, excuse me? Do you happen to know if Winter’s is in his office? I need to talk to him about his offer.” You politely asked the woman. She looked up at you and pushed up her glasses.

“Do you have an appointment meeting with him?” She asked with a raised eyebrow. She inspected your appearance and tensed up a bit.

“Not really, but he said I can drop by when I have my answer.” You responded.

“I’m sorry, if you don’t have an appointment then I can’t help you. Mr.Winters isn’t in his office right now. He’s a busy man.” She frowned and gave you a scolding glare.

“Fine. Mind telling him that (Y/n) (L/n) came by?” You bit your tongue and tried not to start an argument.

“Only if he has the time.” The ‘lady’ turned to her computer and typed away as if she never noticed you. You were about to say something to her until the telephone audio turned on beside her.

“Ms. Lane, be a dear and show (Y/n) her way in.” Winter's voice suddenly came through the audio.

The woman, Ms. Lane was surprised at his sudden voice and jumped a bit from her seat. She pushed the button on the machine.

“But Mr. Winters, she doesn’t-” She was gonna oppose but he cut her off.

“Now Ms.Lane, do we need a discussion on how to treat our clients? I thought you were better than that.” Winters tsked and scolded her for her behavior.

She lowered her head a bit and nodded. “Yes Mr.Winters, she’s on her way.” She stood from her desk and picked up her journal.

“Follow me, Ms.(Y/n).” She clenched her jaw and led you the way to Winters. You couldn’t help but smirk the entire time.

“Gladly.” You responded and followed her.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

“That’s weird…” April said, watching her walk away with the assistant.

“Is that (Y/n)?” Casey asked, rubbing his head.

“Yea, but I wonder what she’s up to now.” April frowned a bit and tried to think.

“Whatever it is I think we should wait up and see if she’s okay. The last thing we need is another weapon on someone else's back.” Casey glared at the door to Winters office.

“You’re right..” April smiles to herself at how caring and protective Casey can be.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

“Mr. Winters? Ms. (Y/n) is here.” Ms. Lane looks confused as to where her boss should be. She looks around and frowns.

“Mr. Winters?” She speaks up louder. You also look around the huge office.

“Over here. I’m sorry for the sudden disappearance, I was currently out of the shower.” Winters was on the second floor in his office. What surprised you and the assistant was that he was in his sweatpants and shirtless with a towel around his neck. You both blushed at his sudden appearance and you tried not to stare so much while the other one welcomed the sight completely.

‘Why the hell do these things happen to me…’

///////////////////////////////////////////

Hope you guys are loving it so far💖~ Please let me know how your feeling so far, satisfaction is key!🗝

↩ Previous Chapter

↪ Next Chapter