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Lewis Pullman characters react to seeing you naked for the first time.

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AN: ive been very inactive for a while, and I do apologize, but ive finally gathered the motivation to make this, even though its probably not up to par with my past work, im a bit rusty !! so sorry for the late response <3

intro, masterlist, and rules!

tags: @spaceycat @zottts @sh0t-inth3face @ryyommi @onyourright

warnings: suggestive, petnames including ‘baby’ and ‘darlin’’, allusions to smut but no explicit details !

likes, reblogs, and comments are appreciated <3

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Ben Mears

He’s speechless, really.

You’d think an author would have lots to say, but with you like this, it’s like he’s learning how to speak all over again.

If he weren’t so focused on the way the dim lamplight bounced off of your curves, or the way he was holding back from ravishing you right there, you’d be the muse of his next book.

“You are just.. something else, entirely..”

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Bob Floyd

Bob Floyd is soooo in awe of you, and so in love with your body. He’s gentle, tender, all the things you’d expect from him. He’d never do anything without asking you first.

That first moment that he gets to see you out of those clothes, he’s readjusting his glasses and salivating just at the thought of touching you.

“We’re gonna be here a while..”

“You are so goddamn beautiful.”

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Bob Reynolds

Oh he’s so flustered.

He never imagined being able to get this chance to see you like this.

I feel like he’s afraid to hurt you in some way if he tries to touch you, even if his touch is the most gentlest and hesitant that you’ve felt. After doing so much damage in his life, he’s nervous to try anything with you.

But after your reassurance and your guidance, he slowly gets more assertive when it comes to touching you like this.

“God, you’re so pretty..”

“How’re you this gorgeous?”

“Is this okay..?”

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Calvin Evans

To Calvin, hardly anything is ‘perfect’.

But you? To him, you’re like heaven and everything he’s ever wanted combined. To get the chance to see you like this is EVERYTHING to him. He’s honoured, really.

His hands are delicate against your skin, testing—almost inspecting how it feels to touch you. You can’t blame him, this is practically the opportunity of a lifetime for him…

“You have no idea how long I’ve dreamt of this moment.”

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Harrison Knott

The most boyfriend to have ever boyfriend-ed !!!

Like Bob F, he’s tender and so, so soft with you. His fingers trail across your skin like feathers, and his voice is so quiet, as if he’s afraid he’ll lose this opportunity with you.

He’s so happy that you’ve trusted him to see you like this.

“You are absolutely beautiful, you know that?”

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Jordan Weaver

BONER ALERTTTT

This man does not give a fuck what typa body you have.. if he has access to you, he’s satisfied and content.

Whether you’re curvier or on the flatter side, you’re absolutely ravishing to him.

“Where’ve you been hidin’ all this, hm?”

“So fuckin’ sexy..”

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Miles Miller

Like Bob R, he’s definitely on the more flustered-hesitant side of things. He’s so eager, yet so nervous.

Does he deserve this? (Duh, but obviously he thinks the opposite).

Eventually, he starts to get more confident when it comes to seeing you like this, of course—he’s more comfortable if you lead him, but he loves it.

“Wow, you are just.. breathtaking.”

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Rhett Abbott

There’s two ways this could go with Rhett; casual hookup, or something serious..

I’m thinking we go with somethin’ serious here, since this is definitely a more intimate moment rather than tossing clothes and getting down to business.

Maybe he’s had a couple drinks, maybe he’s stone cold sober, either way, his face is flushed bright red like a tomato at the sight of you.

His eyes are wandering, inspecting every soft curve thoroughly, not judging, just admiring.

When he finally gets to touching you, his hands are rough from years worth of bull riding and ranch work, but it’s the PERFECT contrast to your skin.

His grip is the best mix of firm and gentle, grabbing and kneading your skin wherever you like best.

“Been waitin’ for this for so long..”

“So much better than I ever imagined.”

“Don’t think I’ve ever seen a prettier sight than you, darlin’.”

“Can’t wait to get my hands on you.”

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Rocco Gauthier

I haven’t a single ounce of doubt in me when I say that this man is absolutely feral for any and every single part of your body.

The minute your clothes hit the floor he is ONNN you, hands gripping whatever he can reach, lips peppering desperate kisses across your skin.

Bonus point if you’ve got boobs, even better if they’re on the bigger side. (iykyk)

Just know you’re in for a long night.

“This all for me, baby?”

“You have no idea how hard it is to restrain myself right now, do you?”

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Todd Stevens

Todd is just an impatient fucker. The second your clothes are off, his hands touch your body before his voice even hit your ears.

This man is honestly unpredictable, but chances are, he’s touchy as hell.

“Look at you.. so fuckin’ pretty.”

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thank you for reading ! don’t be afraid to

Lewis Pullman Characters React to Finding You Crying

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intro, masterlist, and rules!

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Ben Mears

For some reason, I feel like Ben is the type to bring you a warm cup of tea or coffee. He’d sit you down, nuzzle you into his side, and read you a book—the flow of words on the pages would hopefully be enough to distract you for a while.

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Bob Reynolds

I feel like he’d be a little awkward at first, not really sure what to do. But once he realizes you’re genuinely sobbing and in need of comfort, he locks tf IN, gives you a hug and does his best to cheer you up.

He’d probably put on a movie to distract you, with plenty of cuddles, of course.

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Bob Floyd

Oh, he’s just the SWEETEST. He’d definitely hold your shaking hands and let you talk about whatever was bothering you.

Then he’d probably leave and come back with your favorite snacks, letting you choose whatever you’d like to do to distract yourself.

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Harrison Knott

We saw how he was with Laura… now imagine that with YOU. He’s so comforting, cradling your face and reassuring you in a soft, gentle tone.

I feel like he’d also be the type to pull you into a silly, little dance just to make you laugh, twirling you around and everything, the whole package.

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Jordan Weaver

It’s hard for me to imagine this man genuinely comforting someone, but if he were to succeed in doing so, I feel like Jordan would probably offer some of his silly life coaching advice, maybe a suggestive service of his own?

But if you wouldn’t like that, he’d likely sit there with you and rub your back, maybe put on a show for you, hopefully you’d laugh.. or not, that’s okay too.

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Miles Miller

Similar to Bob (Reynolds), I feel like Miles would be a little awkward with comfort—he doesn’t have much experience consoling others when he so desperately needs that comfort himself.

But he’d surely find a way to cheer you up—maybe a hug, a massage, whatever you’d like. You’re in charge here.

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Rhett Abbott

He’d be at your side within a heartbeat, never hesitating to pull you in and whisper soft words of comfort. He wouldn’t pressure you to talk about it, he’d just want to be there for you in the best way he could. This includes many kisses, of course.

I feel like he’s definitely the type to hug you tight and lift you into his lap—the perfect shoulder to cry on.

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Rocco Gauthier

Somewhat like Rhett, I feel like Rocco would be the best when it comes to comfort. Maybe he’d find you crying in your shared bedroom, curled up in blankets as tears streamed down your face. He’d probably play with your hair while you cried on his shoulder, not caring about the tears or snot soaking his shirt.

He’s a gentle lover, and I stand by that.

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Todd Stevens

With Todd being a frat president and all—caught up in occasional hookups and always surrounded by his ‘tough guy’ frat brothers, I don’t think he’d naturally be the most experienced at comforting.

But he’d try his best for you, pulling you close and asking what happened. And if you didn’t want to talk about it, I feel like he’d just lie down with you, offering the warmth of his presence, the main thing you needed.

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i hope you enjoyed ! don’t be afraid to

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- fluff 𝜗ৎ | smut/suggestive ᢉ𐭩 | comfort ꕤ | angst ⚡︎

(this is a seperate masterlist dedicated to my lewis’ pieces, which i will likely not write for any longer as of 2026 and later, but i will keep these posts up <3)

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characters included: ben mears, bob floyd, bob reynolds, jordan weaver, luke, miles miller, rocco gauthier, rhett abbott, todd stevens

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- exhausted!ben mears x reader 𝜗ৎ - you convince ben to take a break after hours of uninterrupted writing.

- dad!ben mears x child!daughter!reader 𝜗ৎꕤ - ben keeps his daughter hidden as they wait for the violent night to come to an end, when her position is discovered and she is faced with a vampire, ben’s protective insticts kick in as he steps in and saves his daughter’s life.

- dad!ben mears x child!daughter!reader ⚡︎𝜗ৎ - with the mother of ben’s child fresh out the picture, he struggles to navigate raising you, while still keeping up with his writing.

- bob reynolds x reader ꕤ - you wake up to bob tossing and turning, muttering in his sleep out of fear, and when he wakes up, you’re there to take care of him.

- bob reynolds x reader ꕤ⚡︎ - after a failed mission where everything went south, bob locks himself in his room, blaming himself. when you find him having a panic attack, you’re right by his side to calm him down.

- ex!bob reynolds x ex!reader 𝜗ৎ⚡︎ - after years of convincing yourself your drug addicted ex was dead, that familiar face appears on the news, and you find yourself falling even deeper than you did when you were first together.

- soulmate!bob reynolds x soulmate!reader ⚡︎𝜗ৎ - after years of marriage, bob abruptly leaves you for ‘someone else’. you’re left distraught, confused, until you’re kidnapped by an unknown entity, who manipulates you into believing your relationship was never real. reality starts to crack, but when you and bob find your way back to eachother, the cracks are sewn back together.

- bob reynolds x secretgf!reader 𝜗ৎᢉ𐭩 - you and bob have been dating for months under the radar. none of his team knows that he’s been sneaking you into the tower, spending nights with you, and sneaking you right back out as if you were never there. that is, until the two of you get caught making out in his room.

- bob floyd x injured!reader 𝜗ৎꕤ - bob takes care of you after you end up in a nearly fatal crash, resulting in critical condition, leaving you with new uneasiness over your appearance.

- husband!bob floyd x reader 𝜗ৎꕤ - bob takes you on a trip to see his family a few months after you’ve gotten married, once you arrive, you’re met with a multitude of questions regarding your future together.

- jordan weaver x f!reader ᢉ𐭩 - jordan comes home pissed, and like the caring girlfriend you are, you let him relieve his stress using his mouth.

- jordan weaver x f!reader v.2. ᢉ𐭩 - jordan comes home in a bad mood, and like the caring girlfriend you are, you offer to let him use your mouth for his own benefit.

- jordan weaver x f!reader ⚡︎ - reader has been slowly building her business up to the top, which also brought up a rivalry with the business nextdoor. little does she know, jordan’s been hired to get close to her, intending to distract her from her work and get her off track.

- hospitalized!luke x gf!reader ꕤ⚡︎ - after recieving a message from kinsey regarding luke’s critical condition, you rush to the hospital out of town, desperate for answers

- ex!miles miller x ex!reader 𝜗ৎ - on a trip to a business meeting, reader’s car breaks down, resulting in an impromptu stay at a hotel sat inbetween the border of nevada and california, where they soon reunite with their ex.

- fwb!rhett abbott x f!reader ᢉ𐭩 - rhett and reader have an established friends with benefits relationship. nothing more, nothing less. as their time together continues, reader starts to overthink how he feels about her.

- injured!rhett abbott x reader ᢉ𐭩 - reader wakes up to rhett knocking at their door, injured from yet another fight he got himself into, tensions are high and rhett finds himself feeling for you.

- rhett abbott x reader 𝜗ৎᢉ𐭩 - after pining over you for years, rhett finally finds the courage to confess to you after winning one of his tournaments.

- rhett abbott x reader 𝜗ৎꕤ - after rhett loses a competition, he’s upset, hard on himself as usual. you step in, calming him down and providing the comfort he needs.

- rhett abbott x f!reader ᢉ𐭩 - after a failed tournament, rhett’s pissed, which ends up with the two of you having sex in the backseat of his truck.

- rocco gauthier x f!reader ᢉ𐭩ꕤ - reader comes home from work, stressed and overwhelmed from a rough day, and rocco finds his own way to cheer her up.

- todd stevens x reader ᢉ𐭩 - you and todd were close, there was a spark between the two of you, but neither of you acted on it. instead, you both ignored it, at least, you did. todd wards off any guys he deems as a threat, and when you confront him about it, he finally comes clean.

- todd stevens x f!reader ᢉ𐭩 - todd is occupied with a party you chose not to attend, but you’re needy, and he’ll always find a way to cater to you.

- todd stevens x shy!reader ᢉ𐭩 - clearly out of your element, you catch todd’s eye at one of his parties. despite being shy and inexperienced, he makes it his personal goal to make you his and teach you some lessons.

- todd stevens x secretgf!reader - after months of dating secretly, todd decides its finally time to introduce you to his frat brothers.

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REACTIONS

- lewis pullman characters react to finding you crying. 𝜗ৎꕤ

- lewis pullman characters react to giving/recieving aftercare. 𝜗ৎᢉ𐭩

- lewis pullman characters react to seeing you naked. ᢉ𐭩

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Shattered Innocence

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pairing: todd stevens x shy!reader

AN: CORRUPTION? WITH TODD?? i drooled. i also had fun with this i lowk added more to it..

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warnings: second person writing, reader is on the inexperienced side, todd’s kinda pervy? kinda?, petname uses of ‘sweetheart’ and ‘baby’, thigh riding, grinding, corruption kink

summary: clearly out of your element, you catch todd’s eye at one of his parties. despite being shy and inexperienced, he makes it his personal goal to make you his and teach you some lessons.

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intro, masterlist, and rules!

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todd: red

reader: pink

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This place clearly wasn’t meant for you. It was loud, crowded, hazy with sweat and perfume—everything about it screamed reckless and shameless.

Girls danced on countertops in scraps of glittering fabric, red solo cups littered the floor like fallen leaves, and every corner hummed with a kind of electricity that felt far too grown for you.

You didn’t belong here. Not in this house. Not in this atmosphere.

The only reason you’d even come was because your friend insisted, tugging on your arm and telling you it was “time to get out more.”

Now, you regretted giving in. You wished you were anywhere else.

The noise became unbearable, and eventually you slipped outside, the heavy bass dulling but still thundering through the walls behind you.

The night air was cooler, carrying the faint scent of grass and cigarettes. You sank onto the back steps, your chin propped in your hand, eyes tracing the darkness.

You wished time would move faster, wished your friend would get tired so you could finally leave.

That’s when you felt it—that prickling sensation of someone watching.

“Hey,” a voice broke through the hum of music. “Haven’t seen you around before.”

You startled slightly and turned your head. A tall guy leaned against the porch pillar, hands shoved in his pockets. His tone was casual, but there was something intent in the way his eyes lingered on you.

“Oh, uh…” You fumbled. “This isn’t really my… usual setting.”

“I can tell.” He chuckled lowly, pushing off the post and moving a little closer. “I’m Todd. Todd Stevens. President of KNA.”

You blinked at him, unsure why he introduced himself like that—maybe it was supposed to mean something. Still, you gave your name, soft and a little unsure.

Todd repeated it slowly, as if trying it out. “Cute,” he murmured. “Suits you.”

Your cheeks warmed, and you let out an awkward little laugh. “Thanks.”

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He sat beside you, and eventually, you found yourself talking to him.

You talked about your classes, the books you liked to read late into the night, your favorite coffee shop.

He teased lightly, threw little flirts into the conversation, but you never really noticed them for what they were.

They just went through one ear, and right out the other.

You just kept talking, trying not to feel so out of place.

Todd, on the other hand, noticed everything.

They’re different, he thought, studying the way you avoided eye contact when you were nervous, or how your voice softened when you talked about things you liked. They’re too sweet. Too untouched.

He’d had girls throw themselves at him before, but something about you—your innocence—made him want to take his time.

Claim you before anyone else could.

By the time you left the party that night, your drunken friend draped over your shoulder, Todd had charmed his way into getting your number in his phone.

He winked as you left, and though you brushed it off, something about it made your stomach flutter.

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The next few weeks blurred.

It started with small texts—How was class? You eat yet? What’re you doing this weekend?

Then it became long conversations, that eventually evolved into late-night calls where you’d talk until your voice was drowsy and the sky outside was beginning to pale.

You liked him. You weren’t sure when that shift had happened, but you looked forward to his name lighting up your screen.

Still, you never really caught on to his innuendos. The sly remarks.

The way he’d call you sweetheart or say you’d sound cute moaning his name.

You thought he was just being… strange. Flirty, maybe. You never thought it meant more.

But Todd was patient. Too patient. And that patience was wearing thin.

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Which is how you ended up here—standing in the doorway of his dorm room one Saturday evening, your hands clasped nervously behind your back.

The room smelled faintly of cologne and laundry detergent.

Posters lined the walls, a couple trophies sat on his shelf. It felt so him.

You hesitated at the threshold, biting your lip.

He smirked. “What? Think I’m gonna bite you?”

You laughed nervously, shaking your head. “I don’t usually… hang out in guys’ dorms.”

“Oh?” His eyes glinted. “So I’m the first?”

“Maybe not the very first,” you admitted shyly, “but definitely… early.”

“Good to know.” His voice dropped, and he leaned back on his bed, arms bracing behind him as his gaze dragged slowly over you, desire flickering in his eyes.

You tried not to squirm under the weight of it.

After a moment, you sat gingerly on the edge of his bed.

The space between you stretched awkwardly, and you fiddled with your fingers.

“Why’re you sitting so far?”

“Oh, I just—”

“C’mere.” He patted his thigh.

Your eyes widened. “There? You mean… right there?”

He nodded once, lips curving.

You swallowed, cheeks burning as you inched closer. But before you could decide if you were brave enough, his hands slid firmly around your waist and pulled you straight into his lap.

A soft gasp escaped you as you steadied yourself, straddling him.

“Todd, I don’t know if this is—”

“A bit close?” His breath brushed against your lips.

You nodded faintly, heart hammering loudly in your chest.

“I think it’s perfect, baby.” His voice was low, almost coaxing.

Your eyes darted between his lips and his gaze. He lingered there, waiting, giving you every chance to pull away.

But you didn’t.

And then he kissed you.

It was soft at first, almost tentative.

You froze, mind blank, until you slowly melted into it, lips moving clumsily against his as you attempted to keep up with him.

Your fingers clutched his shoulders as if you needed the anchor.

He deepened the kiss, one hand cradling the back of your head, the other gripping your thigh.

His mouth trailed down to your neck, and you shivered at the new sensation, a breathy sound slipping past your lips before you could stop it.

His mouth found that sweet spot where you’d gasp, and he set his focus right there.

He kissed, licked, and sucked until a bright pink spot bloomed, which would soon darken into a bruise.

Todd smirked against your skin. They’re so responsive... They don’t even know how good they sound.

When his hips rolled up against you, your breath hitched.

Heat shot through you, foreign and overwhelming, and you couldn’t help the soft whimper that escaped.

You tried to mimic his movement, awkward and shy, and he chuckled, steadying your hips.

“Not like that, baby. Here—” He shifted you until you straddled one of his thighs. “Do it right here.”

Your eyes dropped, mortified, but his hands guided you forward and back until sparks rushed through your body.

A shiver ran up your spine, and you clung tighter to him. “Like this..?,” you asked.

The friction built quickly, too quickly, your movements messy and uncertain.

“Just like that.. right there.”

Todd covered your mouth with his hand when your sounds grew louder.

“Shh, baby,” he whispered, lips brushing your ear.

“Don’t wanna let the others know what you’re doing in here, yeah?”

Your eyelids fluttered as you nodded against his palm. The pressure built, overwhelming and unstoppable. Your eyelids fluttered, struggling to keep your eyes open.

As soon as the coil in your gut snapped, you tensed up in his arms, body arching into him as wave after wave crashed over you.

Your moan was muffled into his hand, whiny and full of relief, as if years of tension had been pulled from your body.

Todd held you close, murmuring praises against your skin as you buried your face in his shoulder.

“You’re perfect,” he whispered, pressing soft kisses along your jaw. “So perfect for me.”

For the first time that night, you thought maybe you didn’t mind being claimed.

Maybe you even wanted it.

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You weren’t sure how long you stayed tangled in his lap, tucked against his chest, trying to calm the rapid beat of your heart.

His hand was rubbing slow circles on your back, his lips brushing your temple every so often, and for once, you weren’t thinking about leaving or hiding.

You just breathed him in—warmth, cologne, the faint taste of mint still lingering on his mouth.

Eventually, though, reality started to creep in.

“I should probably… get back,” you whispered, your voice so soft it almost got lost against his shirt.

Todd hummed, not loosening his hold. “Already running away from me?”

“No, I just—” You fumbled, pulling back enough to look at him. His eyes caught yours, steady and searching, and it made your chest feel tight.

“I don’t really… do this kind of thing.”

His thumb brushed your cheek, tilting your face back toward him. “I know, sweetheart. I can tell.”

That answer only made your cheeks burn hotter. “Then why… me?”

“Because you’re different.” He said it simply, like it was the easiest truth in the world. “You’re sweet, you aren’t afraid to care. You don’t even realize what you do to me.”

Your breath caught, and you had to look away. You weren’t sure what to say to that, so you didn’t.

You just slipped off his lap, straightening your clothes and smoothing your hair as if that could erase what just happened.

Todd leaned back on his bed, arms crossed behind his head, watching you with that half-smile that made your stomach twist. “I’ll walk you out.”

You shook your head quickly. “No, it’s fine! You don’t have to.”

“Listen,” his tone dropped, “I want to.”

You caved, letting him lead you down the quiet dorm hallway. Every step felt too loud, like people would know just by looking at you.

When you reached the exit, you turned to thank him, fumbling for words.

“Tonight was… different,” you admitted, clutching your phone like a lifeline.

Todd smirked, leaning down so his breath ghosted your ear. “Get used to it. I’m not done with you yet.”

Butterflies erupted in your stomach, and you rushed out before he could see how flustered you were.

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He watched you go, the soft sway of your hips as you disappeared out the front doors, and something primal stirred inside him.

You had no idea what you did to him—no idea how hard it was to stop himself from pushing further.

He wanted to ruin you, yes, but he wanted to protect you too. To make sure no one else got a piece of you.

Todd ran a hand through his hair, a smirk tugging at his lips. They’re mine now. They don’t know it yet, but they are.

For once, it wasn’t about conquest or bragging rights.

You weren’t a notch in his belt. You were something else. Something he hadn’t known he’d been searching for until you landed in his lap.

His phone buzzed, and he glanced down. A text—from you.

Made it back to my dorm. Thanks for tonight.

Todd’s grin widened. His thumbs moved quickly.

Anytime, sweetheart. Sleep tight. Dream of me.

He could almost picture your flushed cheeks as you read it, the way you’d hide your face in your pillow.

Yeah. He was hooked. And soon, you would be too.

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Loving Secretly

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pairing: bob reynolds x secretgf!reader

AN: i love this trope so much !! i apologize for this being so short and ending on a cliffhanger.. if i get any ideas on how to continue it i’ll totally write a part two! but for now, here’s this <3

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warnings: second person writing, secret relationship, making out, CAUGHT while making out, no smut but kinda suggestive, petname uses of ‘baby’ and ‘sweetheart’,

summary: you and bob have been dating for months under the radar. none of his team knows that he’s been sneaking you into the tower, spending nights with you, and sneaking you right back out as if you were never there. that is, until the two of you get caught making out in his room.

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intro, masterlist, and rules!

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bob: blue

reader: pink

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You and Bob had been together for a while now.

Happily, at that — even if it was private.

Nobody knew you were together. Not his teammates, not your friends. It was a secret the two of you had been guarding like treasure, tucked away from the chaos of his world.

How he managed to keep it that way for so long was beyond you. But, if you were honest, you liked it that way.

You liked being his secret — his quiet escape from all the noise.

It wasn’t that you were ashamed of each other. It was just… fun.

A secret only you two shared.

He’d always joke about it when you texted:

“Feels like I’m dating a spy.”

“Feels like you’re terrible at hiding it.”

“Excuse you. I’m flawless at stealth.”

“You tripped over your own cape last week.”

“It was a tactical fall.”

And somehow, that became your rhythm—playful banter, secret meetings, stolen moments between his lengthy missions.

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He’d sneak you into the tower after hours, right through the side entrance, past motion sensors and security that should’ve caught you a dozen times by now.

You’d tease him every time.“Still shocked you haven’t gotten in trouble for this,” you whispered one night, ducking behind him as the elevator doors slid open.

He looked over his shoulder, smirking. “They’d have to catch me first.”

You shook your head, laughing under your breath. “You know, normal people bring their girlfriends to restaurants, not classified facilities.”

“Oh, c’mon,” he said with a grin. “This place has mood lighting and a skyline view. Beats a restaurant any day.”

Once you were in his room, he always relaxed.

The tension in his shoulders melted away, replaced with that familiar smile that made your chest tighten every time.

Tonight was no different.

He shut the door quietly behind you and pressed a finger to his lips, eyes glinting in the dim light. “Operation: Secret Hangout is a go.”

You snorted. “You’re so dramatic.”

“And you love it.”

You didn’t argue.

You kicked off your shoes and plopped onto his bed, inhaling the faint scent of his cologne, and his natural scent. God you loved his scent.

“Ugh, I missed you,” you sighed, sinking back into the mattress.

He crawled onto the bed beside you, resting his chin on your shoulder. “Yeah? How much?”

“Enough to break about ten security rules just to see you.”

He grinned. “That’s my girl.”

You turned your head toward him. “You know, one of these days, they’re going to find out.”

He raised an eyebrow. “Then we’ll just have to get better at sneaking.”

You smiled, shaking your head. “You’re impossible.”

“Mm-hm. But you like impossible.” He chuckled lowly, shifting to crawl over you.

His weight dipped the mattress, and then his lips were on your cheek, your jaw, your neck — little trails of warmth that made your pulse race.

He murmured between kisses. “Been needin’ this.”

You smirked. “Yeah? Needing it?”

“Mhm.” His grin was boyish, eyes soft.

You laughed, finally catching his lips in a long, overdue kiss.

He hummed against your mouth, his shoulders relaxing. It was like the world slowed around you.

He brushed a loose strand of hair from your face, his fingers lingering a moment longer than they needed to.

The room went quiet for a beat—soft light, the faint hum of city traffic outside, and his thumb tracing lazy circles on your wrist as he kissed you softly.

Then he broke the kiss with a grin. “Alright. Movie night. What’s the pick?”

“Your turn,” you said, handing him the remote. “I picked last time.”

He squinted at the screen like he was making a life-or-death choice. “Something terrible. I’m thinking aliens. Or maybe robots. Or alien robots.”

You laughed. “Perfect. Quality cinema.”

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It was a miracle you even made it halfway through the movie without touching each other.

But that didn’t last long.

It started with a brush of your pinky against his hand. Then lingering touches. Then pecks that got longer.

One minute you were watching the movie; the next, his mouth was on yours, slow and hungry.

You melted into him, your arms looping around his neck.

He tugged and pulled you into his lap, his hands roaming — over your thighs, your waist, every place he could reach, before giving your ass a teasing squeeze.

“God, you taste so sweet,” he breathed, his voice rough. “Can’t get enough of you.”

You smiled into the kiss, teasing, “Then don’t stop.”

He didn’t.

His hands gripped you tighter, his kisses growing deeper, sloppier — every sound in the room fading except your breaths and the rustle of the sheets.

You trailed your fingers through his hair, tugging lightly. “Missed you more than you know.”

“Show me, then,” he whispered against your lips, tugging you closer by the waist.

Oh, you would.

The kiss broke with him nipping at your bottom lip, before you pulled apart to breathe.

The world blurred, laughter breaking between sloppy kisses, whispered words tumbling out.

He laid back, dragging you with him, and you leaned down to press soft, open-mouthed kisses along his jawline and down to his neck.

“Just like that,” he murmured, voice low. “Keep goin’, sweetheart.”

You smiled, lips brushing the sensitive spot just below his ear — the one that made him groan every time.

The kisses dragged on, getting sloppy and needy, moans drifting between the two of you as you tugged at eachother’s clothes.

It was desperate, bordering on filthy, if you didn’t still have your clothes on.

For a moment, it felt like nothing could touch you. Like the tower walls couldn’t contain how much you wanted each other.

And maybe that’s why neither of you heard the door open.

The sound of footsteps didn’t register until another voice cut through the room like a blade.

“Bob—? What the hell!?”

You froze.

Bob’s head snapped up. You both scrambled apart — you falling off his lap, him sitting up fast, eyes wide.

A figure stood in the doorway, framed by the dim light from the hallway.

You could hear your own heartbeat.

“Who is this?” they demanded.

You and Bob stared, both breathless, caught in the middle of the mess you swore you’d never let happen.

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After Dark

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pairing: rhett abbott x reader

AN: MORE RHETT we all cheer

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warnings: second person writing, situationship, petname use of ‘darlin’’ and ‘sweetheart’, slightly suggestive

summary: reader wakes up to rhett knocking at their door, injured from yet another fight he got himself into, tensions are high and rhett finds himself feeling for you.

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intro, masterlist, and rules!

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reader: pink

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It was well past midnight. Crickets filled the silence of the small town, their noise carried by the faint breeze that stirred the grass.

You were fast asleep, tangled in crumpled blankets, moonlight slipping through the curtains.

But your rest shattered at the sound of knuckles rapping against the front door.

You jolted awake, eyes squinting as you scanned your bedroom. Slowly, you pushed yourself out of bed, flicking on the lamp and waiting for your eyes to adjust.

The knocking came again before you could even leave your room. With an irritated huff, you made your way towards the front door. Who would even be here at this hour?

Cracking the front door just enough to peek out, your brows furrowed when you saw Rhett. He looked like hell.

A dark bruise bloomed along his jaw, cuts marked his eyebrow and nose, and his lip was split—crusted over with dried blood.

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You opened the door wider, stepping out onto the porch.

“Rhett, what are you doing here? It’s nearly two in the morning—and what the hell happened to you?”

He hesitated, running a hand through his hair with a rough sigh.

“You don’t gotta worry ‘bout that, darlin’. Just… can I come in?”

You dragged a hand over your face but stepped aside.

Rhett slumped onto your couch with a pained groan, leaning his head back as he exhaled.

You sat on the coffee table in front of him, leaning forward to study his wounds. Your expression softened despite your frustration.

“Rhett. Tell me what happened,” you pressed.

“I said you didn’t need to—”

“Rhett.”

He sighed, rubbing his palms up and down his thighs before muttering, “Got into another fight at the bar. It’s nothin’...”

“Doesn’t look like nothing. You look awful.”

“Real nice of you to notice,” he shot back with sarcasm.

“I’m cleaning you up. Stay put.”

As you stood, his eyes flicked over you—an oversized, worn t-shirt hanging loose, a sliver of underwear peeking beneath the hem, socks padding softly against the floor. Heat stirred in his gut, though he quickly looked away, raising his eyebrows as if to steady himself. He knew you wouldn’t let him have you. Not now, at least.

You returned with cotton balls, a wet rag, and hydrogen peroxide.

Setting them aside, you soaked a cotton ball in the disinfectant and leaned toward him—only for Rhett to catch your hand.

“Get closer. It’ll be easier.”

You raised a brow, skeptical. “Easier, or are you just testing your luck?”

“Maybe both.”

You huffed a quiet laugh, shaking your head before moving to straddle his lap.

A smirk tugged at his lips as his hands gripped your thighs, pulling you closer.

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With no more excuses, you pressed the cotton to his wounds, cleaning them carefully. He hissed through his teeth, brows pinched.

“Sorry—I’m trying to be gentle.”

“Not your fault, darlin’. It’s fine.”

You worked in silence, disinfecting his cuts, wiping away dirt, and finally smoothing small bandages across his skin.

“Ain’t seen you in a while,” he murmured, breaking the quiet.

“Yes you have.”

“Not the way I want to.”

Your jaw tightened as you met his eyes. “We’ve both been busy, Rhett.”

“You’re not busy now, are you?” he teased, smirk curling as his hand squeezed your ass.

Rolling your eyes, you climbed off his lap and gathered the supplies.

“C’mon, don’t be like that…” he huffed, watching you walk away.

You ignored him, washing your hands in the kitchen.

A moment later, his arms slipped around your waist from behind, his chest warm against your back.

“Rhett, behave.”

“I am behavin’, sweetheart,” he murmured into your neck.

“Let me stay the night?”

“On the couch.”

“In your bed…”

You sighed, a reluctant smile tugging at your lips. He always knew how to wear you down.

“Fine. But no funny business.”

“No funny business. Got it,” he agreed, giving your side a playful pinch.

“I mean it, cowboy.”

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Lewis Pullman Characters Reacting to Giving/Recieving Aftercare

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Ben Mears

Honestly given he spends more time alone, I feel like it’d be a bit awkward.

Not in an uncomfortable way, just a quiet, “Let me get this done for you”, way, if that makes sense..

He’d clean you up, cover you with his comforter, and let you curl up against him as he writes, or maybe he’d curl up with you if he gets bored of that, who knows?

Either way, you know his intentions and how he feels about you, and that’s enough for the both of you.

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Bob Reynolds

I heavily believe and stand for switch!bob.. so he’s definitely on both ends here.

Giving: I believe before getting into a real relationship with you, he had more experience with one night stands and speedy hookups due to being under the influence, needing his quick fix.

So when he’s with you, he has the basic knowledge, cleaning you with a warm towel and cuddling up with you. Once he warms up to it and gets used to the whole aftercare thing, he’s praising you left ‘n right, littering soft kisses all over your sweat soaked body.

Recieving: He’s soooo sensitive oh my goodness. I believe he’d be whimpering and all needy while you clean him up, his softening cock leaking and sensitive to the touch while you try to clean him off 😭😭

Definitely not something he’s used to quite yet, but he LOVES it more than he’d like to admit.

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Bob Floyd

Again.. I stand for switch!bob..

Giving: The SWEETEST man in bed ever, he’s getting you a glass of water, snacks, warm cloth, whatever you need. Want a movie? Your pick. Hungry for a full meal? He could order takeout.. or he’d cook for you.

Recieving: I feel like at first he’d rush to clean himself, but you’d stop him, insisting on doing it for him. He’d probably be used to jerking off more times than actually touching somebody else, given his limited freetime.

Once he’s used to it, he’s sure he’s fallen in love. You’d even clean his glasses, whether they were on during the exchange or not. You treated him, even offered to give him a massage?

Man he was in heaven.

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Harrison Knott

The sweetest man to ever boyfriend ever..

Harrison is the type to lay with you for a little while after, before guiding you to the bathroom to do your business and gently wiping you down.

If you wanted, he’d even wash your hair for you, or just clean you completely. Just say the word and it’s done.

I feel like he’d enjoy doing your whole routine for you, as if having sex ruined your ability to do simple things.

The GENTLEST giver to exist.

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Jordan Weaver

I wouldn’t expect much from this man if I’m being honest.. but he wouldn’t be CRUEL.. he still loves you after all.

He’d probably turn on a movie, wiping both you and himself off, before grabbing a drink for the two of you.

Maybe a few teasing remarks, probably about how vocal you were, maybe about the mess you made.

“You were so loud..”

“You sure the neighbours didn’t hear ya, baby?”

“Made such a fuckin’ mess in my bed.”

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Miles Miller

Oohhh boy

With everything this poor man’s been through, he just needs someone to take care of him and hold him, let him know everything’s gonna be okay.

The first time you take control, he’s a bit hesitant, his choices having been controlled for most of his life, but he started to give in, to enjoy it.

It felt good to him.

The way you treated him after sex was something he treasured, the quiet, reassuring whispers, the soft kisses, the feeling of your hands gently rubbing his arms as you cleaned him off.

Sometimes you’d tease him, tugging at his sensitive cock while you wiped him off. He acted like it was annoying, like he hated it, but you knew he secretly loved it. He always did.

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Rhett Abbott

The softest yet roughest dom to ever exist mhm YUPP

By the time he’s done with you, you’re a shaking, soaked mess, sticky and covered in a thin sheen of sweat. You best believe he’s starting up a warm bath for the both of you and washing you up, even if you try to protest and claim you can do that yourself.

He’d whisper sweet praises and compliments as he cleans you, peppering kisses along your wet skin.

“You did so good for me, baby.”

“You were perfect..”

“Always so sweet.”

He puts you above all else.

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Rocco Gauthier

A lot like rhett, he’s definitely on the giving end of this.

I feel like he doesn’t go as far as a bath unless you specifically ask for it, but he’ll definitely wipe you down with a warm towel and get you all cozy in pajamas, or just cover you in blankets if you’d prefer it.

He’s all over you, nuzzling into your neck and kissing you all over.

Hands wandering over your body, gently squeezing your soft flesh and rubbing over the marks he made on you.

You’re not goin’ anywhere with him wrapping his arms around you to keep you ‘warm and safe’, as he says.

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Todd Stevens

I feel like with Todd being in the whole fraternity thing, he doesn’t come by serious sex and relationships all that often.

He has the basic knowledge of cleaning you up, maybe rubbing out your sore muscles, but since you’re not a hookup.. what is he supposed to do when you don’t leave?

That’s when you pull him in, urging him to lay down with you and cuddle up, maybe take a nap together. It’s not like you have anywhere else to be.

The idea is almost foreign to him, but he gets used to it quickly. In fact, he starts to be the one to initiate it more often.

Cuddling is his favourite thing now.

“C’mere.. No—Closer. There you go..”

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AKA: second chance soulmates 🙂‍↕️

Twice the Charm

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pairing: ex!bob reynolds x ex!reader

AN: i love this trope sm 🥹🥹

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warnings: second person writing, exes to lovers, second chance, allusions to addiction and substance abuse

summary: after years of convincing yourself your drug addicted ex was dead, that familiar face appears on the news, and you find yourself falling even deeper than you did when you were first together.

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bob: blue

reader: pink

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Dating a drug addict went about as well as you’d expect—which is to say, not well at all.

You’d known Bob for years, first as a friend, then as something more.

It started slowly—late-night conversations, long walks where his hand would brush yours, a shared history you thought might become a future.

You worried about him, of course. You worried about the way his hands sometimes trembled, the dark circles under his eyes, the smell of smoke clinging to his clothes even after he showered.

But every time you asked, he assured you: he wouldn’t go that far.

Until he did.

It became obvious in ways you couldn’t ignore. You’d walk into your shared apartment and the air would feel heavier, as though his choices had settled into the walls themselves.

You could smell it, sense it—see it in the way his pupils dilated and his smile flickered too fast. It wasn’t something you could miss.

You tried to be his anchor. You listened. You reassured him. You reminded him you were a team. That you’d face it together.

But instead of getting better, things spiraled. You’d find him passed out on the bathroom floor, slumped against the couch, sprawled in places no one should be sleeping.

The first time it happened you shook him awake, heart pounding in your chest.

The fifth time, you cried quietly as you tried to move him somewhere safer.

You begged him to ease down, to try. To make small changes. To fight for himself the way you were fighting for him. But every time you thought he might listen, he slipped deeper.

You knew Bob had grown up rough, with a past he barely spoke about. You told yourself that explained it—that the drugs were just his way of surviving. And maybe they were. But survival for him was destruction for you.

More than once you tried to leave. You packed a bag, set your mind to walking out. And then he’d beg. He’d look at you with tear-filled eyes and a cracked voice, promising he’d do better, swearing he couldn’t lose you too.

And every time you stayed, thinking maybe this time would be different.

Every time, you hurt yourself a little more.

The first big argument shattered the last of your illusions. He’d thrown words like knives, and you’d finally realized: you couldn’t fix him. Not like this.

Not while losing yourself. You loved him—God, you loved him—but you couldn’t keep drowning just because he refused to swim.

Leaving broke you too.

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Even years later, there wasn’t a single day you didn’t think about Bob.

You shut yourself off from the world. You barely left the house. Friends drifted away, exhausted by your sadness. You didn’t dare trust anyone new.

You were still hooked on him—on the scent of smoke on his jackets, on the way your fingers had fit in his curls, on the echo of his laugh.

Sometimes you woke expecting to see him passed out beside you. Sometimes you dreamed he was calling your name.

You never blocked his number. At first his texts poured in—slurred confessions, late-night pleas, drunken apologies. You ignored them all.

When the messages finally stopped, you felt hollow, as though someone had cut out a piece of you. You told yourself maybe it was for the best.

But late at night, you wondered if he’d overdosed. If something had happened to him.

You never checked. It was easier to imagine him alive somewhere than to confirm the worst.

Until the night you were flipping through channels on the TV, curled on your couch with a half-empty drink and a bag of chips. Nothing good was on.

You barely paid attention to the news segment about “new Avengers” until you saw the face.

Messy brown curls. Thin-lipped smile. Awkward posture. Eyes that never stayed still.

Bob.

Your chest constricted. For a second you weren’t sure you were seeing it right. The screen blurred as your eyes filled with tears.

You fumbled for the remote and shut the TV off, but the image burned behind your eyelids.

“No…” you whispered, pressing your hands over your face. “It’s not real. It can’t be real.”

But your phone was already in your hands, your fingers typing his name into the search bar. Articles flooded the screen—reports about a disaster in New York, a new team rising from the ashes, Bob’s name among them.

You had left New York years ago. But now it felt like the city itself was pulling you back, calling your name.

You tried to fight it. You told yourself it was a terrible idea. Why would you go back for someone you’d left behind? But the pull only grew stronger.

· · ─ ·✶· ─ · ·

By the time you stepped out of the airport and into the noise of the city, your heart was hammering in your throat.

You had no plan. Just a hotel reservation and the faint hope of seeing him again.

You found the address easily enough—the old Avengers Tower, now the new team’s headquarters.

You didn’t even know if he’d be there. But you were desperate.

Standing before the building, you felt sick. You almost turned back. But the doors slid open, cool air spilling over you, and before you knew it you were in the eerily quiet lobby.

You’d expected chaos—people rushing, phones ringing. Instead it was still.

You wandered until you found a receptionist at a desk, glasses perched at the end of her nose.

“Hi,” you started nervously. “Sorry to bother you. I’m looking for someone—Bob Reynolds. Or Robert. I’m not sure what he’s going by these days.”

Her eyes flicked up, unimpressed. “May I ask what this is regarding?”

“We go back a long time,” you said softly, fidgeting with your sleeves. “I just… I came to see him. Please?”

She studied you for a moment, then picked up a phone, dialing quietly. You waited, shifting your weight from foot to foot. It felt like a doctor’s office—too sterile, too silent.

Ten minutes passed. You started to chew your lip.

Then a voice behind you: “Uh… hello?”

You turned so fast your vision blurred.

And there he was.

Bob.

Your words caught in your throat. You saw his face drop, and your heart dropped with it.

“Y/N?” he asked, voice unsure. “What—what are you doing here?”

“Wait. Please. Can we talk?” you blurted, stepping closer.

He hesitated, then nodded slowly. “Okay. Yeah.”

“A walk?” you offered. “Or coffee? On me?”

· · ─ ·✶· ─ · ·

The first few minutes were silent. Awkward. The city’s noise filled the space where your words should be.

“I thought you were dead,” you finally said, your voice almost a whisper. He glanced at you, searching for words. “Right… surprise. Still here.”

“I’m glad,” you paused. “You look… good. Are you doing better?” you asked.

“I’m… getting there,” he said quietly. “Yeah.”

“How’ve you been?” You shrugged, staring ahead. “I’ve been… okay.”

“Meet anybody?”

“No.” The word came too quickly.

“Oh. I figured you would.”

You shook your head. “No.. no, I couldn’t.”

He nodded, humming softly.

“I’ve missed you,” he said at last, voice low. You blinked at him. “Really?”

“Yeah. Really. I mean—how could I not?”

“I don’t know,” you murmured. “We didn’t exactly have the brightest relationship, to put it lightly.”

“I’m sorry,” he said quietly. “For everything.”

“No, Bob. It’s okay. The past is the past.”

“No.” His voice cracked. “You didn’t deserve any of that. I should’ve ended it long before it got that bad.”You turned away so he wouldn’t see your tears. “I think leaving was harder.”

“But it was necessary,” he said softly.

You walked in silence for a while.

“I missed you too,” you whispered. A small smile curved his lips.

“You’re still my first thought when I wake up,” he said. Your breath hitched. “That can’t be true.”

“But it is.”

“I think about you all the time,” he continued. “It’s not like I stopped loving you after you left. I didn’t hate you for it. I hated myself more.” You looked at him, your gaze softening.

“And if—if I can prove to you that I’m doing better,” he began, voice uncertain, “would you consider trying again?”

Your heart nearly stopped. “Yes,” you said firmly. You both stopped at the edge of the sidewalk, the city swirling around you.

“I just… I want to do things right this time,” he murmured. “I don’t want to let you down. Not again.”

“Bob—”

He cut you off. “I promise I’ll treat you how you deserve to be treated. You are everything to me, even after all this time. I need you to know that.”

Your lip trembled. He stared into your eyes, his hand brushing a strand of hair behind your ear, then cupping your cheek.

“Let me redeem myself,” he whispered, leaning closer, his lips brushing yours.

Your eyes widened, but you didn’t pull away.

Instead, you leaned in, closing the space, pressing your lips to his—soft, trembling, and full of everything you’d both left unsaid.

A single tear slipped down your cheek.

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