can you do a really short one shot or a hc about chamber flirting with viper and sova being really jealous? ps: i love your fics, you're an amazing writer, please never stop writing <3
Anon, this took me a while but I hope you like it as much as I did while writing it.
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Off Target - a Jealous!Sova fic (SoViper)
Sabine has a flair for beautiful weapons, so you can imagine that she would be interested and even biased to letting Vincent take a look at her arsenal. That he gladly does, and quickly they begun to have some talks on the corridors... He is even invited to her lab. Now, Viper is not an open book and she can be really strict with her sanctuary of poison, so much so, Sova couldn't even stay there even after saving her ass five times already.
And Sasha doesn't like to push, he respects her boundaries and wishes that someday she can finally open up a little. He watches the bond between the french rich bastard and Sabine grow, sick with the mere tought of them together. Of course he doesn't demonstrate, but it's noticeable that his patience is running lower and lower every passing day. He gets competitive over the other man, asking for missions to stay away and snapping at the other agents whenever they ask about his mood swing. His apologies follow, saying he have a lot on his mind and regret being so moody alk the time.
They're not together, he doesn't think that he is aloud to feel this way... at least not yet! Not when she clearly shows more interest on the french man and his fancy gadgets, when she goes for him to talk, when her hands search for his shoulders to slap when he makes a joke, when they look at each other like they know something is happening. They're mischievous and sometimes, he even helps her at work.
It hurts. Sova thought he had a connection with her, she always seemed to listen to him when he asked for answers and tried to solve some of his own work. He was the one that saw her red eyes, late in the night after breaking down at the lab, failing to find a cure for Omen. Hell, he was the one who knew Omen! And the shadow man wasn't blind either, also not that subtle to say what he was thinking :
- She asked me about you, yesterday and the day before...
It's true, they were kinda "friends" before. So when the other controller say this to him at the cafeteria when he is going for a midnight snack, he isn't that surprised. Actually, he was satisfied that she at least noticed he was gone. He just snapped back.
- She has more important things to do, Omen.
- If you keep this attitude, she will have more important MEN to do.
- No fraternization, remember ?
- She is missing your company...
Words couldn't get out of his mouth to reply, not when the search of all his angst just entered the room to grab a late night cofee. Behind, the man that wouldn't leave her alone. He offered to prepare, knowing just the way she likes it and that just made Sova sick. Giving up on his intentions. Omen didn't let him leave, not before facing her after a long period of brief conversations and briefings for missions. Even their trainning, something that both liked to prepare together, he was trying to avoid. Chamber was the one that did all the abilities combos these days, and it worked. Most times...
- Need help braiding each other's hair, girls ?
- Just gossiping about your new boyfriend, but I have to go.
And then there were three... He was going to kill Omen for dropping the bomb and leaving with his TP. A Moment of panic and realisation took over her after snarking at them, she blushed when their eyes met.
- No need to explain, your secret is save.
She tried to protest but he wouldn't let the subject go any further. He told her a story about his latest trip to Venice. She loved the place, the ice cream there was amazing and the mission, successful. So why his smile wasn't that sincere ? Why the feeling of something slipping through their fingers stayed in the air ? For the first time in weeks they were having a conversation but there wasn't enough words to be said. They wouldn't know how to express themselves.
- So... you're going to the Artic ?
- Oh...yes! I was actually going to ask you to come with me, since you're between missions.
- Are you sure you're want ME to go ?
Her expression changed. Annoyed, not knowing what happened... Was she failing to show him that she misses their walks and meals together ? His anger was noticeable and weirdly enough, she felt the sudden urge to tease him.
- Vincent is going to be busy and I figured that-
- You know what? I can do whatever he is going to do, I'll go on his mission so you two can enjoy the cold together!
Chamber arrived just in time for him to step back, smiling and handing her coffee. He even made one for Sova and the initiator didn't refused it, he just excused himself without any delay sending his latte to the nearest trash can possible.
He tried, he wanted to but couldn't hide the despise and shame all over his body. Hate, envy for his proximity with Sabine, the other man had it all.
The next morning he runned into a very angry Viper, ready to go on a mission. She made all the arrangements to leave as soon as possible and tried her best to avoid Sova at all costs. Her plan was for him to discover on her way to Icebox.
But she had to pass by the cafeteria, Chamber were there talking to Breach and Cypher and they were late. Yoru was waiting for them, but that didn't stopped the duelist to also give up the plane and stay for a little longer. Insufferable how no one had her discipline, well, at least she knew one man that would be already on his way to the Tundra but he refused to go. And for what ? She didn't knew, she was ignoring him even if he looked cute still wearing his pj's and trying to focus on staying up.
- Dr. Sabine, just in time!
- Relax, Brim said there's a storm at our destination so we can only go tomorrow...
Vincent got closer and closer, she tried to focus on what she should do next but he was distracting. She was blushing and she didn't like it.
- Since you're the best at running tests, can you judge the best Don Juan here ? These two swear they can beat me!
She rolled her eyes, ready to shut down any advances but she noticed HIM staring. Sova looked uncomfortable... so she had to agree, it would be fun.
- Let's make this a bit more realistic...
°•°•° Half and Hour Later °•°•°
- Why do we even have these scenarios ready ?!
- In case we have to train for an undercover mission ?
- Nice try, I'm not going to ask. Not sure if I can handle to know what else goes on here when I'm not around.
- The Practice Room is a place to exercise, Sabine-
- Stop it. I'm regreting this decision already!
- No no no, we're sending the first one! Erik, you have five minutes!
Breach appeared with a party cup on his hands and dressed in a leather jacket and jeans. She noticed that her clothes also matched the "night club" aesthetic and the whistle from the ginger was clear. Boy, oh boy! Was he bad at this! To help him out, Chamber put a loud eletronic music and a bar materialized in front of them... She barely heard the swede, the situation was almost too bad, but it was enough to make her laugh at how terrible he was. His old pick up lines, the way he moved his eyebrows in a very comical attitude and the vodka. She could imagine this happening in a very specific scenario.
- Really, Erik? I'm worried about the type of women that fall for this.
Finally the five minutes ended and she saw the way their colleagues were laughing. She felt bad, so she gave him five points for the smile.
- Because I feel sorry for you...
- I always go for the pity, it usually works when I cry saying my wife abandoned me for our daughter's teacher.
- I have so many issues with every single thing that you said, but okay... I had my shameful one night stands.
- I can handle the disgust in the morning after a passionate night, m'lady.
- A VERY drunk night. Next.
Sova was watching, waiting a happy Breach and rolling his eyes, she tried to make eye contact but Aamir took her hand.
- Is it my turn, doctor ?
She was taking aback by the sudden change in the room. The windows were open, the sun could actually enter and the music was soft, ambient. It was hard to focus at that mascarade face, but he manage to talk his way out of it.
Aamir had his flair, she would give him that, the problem was the personal and almost creepy way he knew everything about her tastes. Too good to be true, too dangerous to go on. But he was gentle with his touches and never crossed the line when she denied his advances.
Her dress was also not like anything she ever owned. A sundress! She felt disgusted for looking cute, something that he POINTED OUT. She kinda liked though, her "Sabine" side kicking in... but before she could enjoy the heat and afternoon drinks, it was over.
- So ?? Did I win ? Remember doctor that I know exactly-
- Let me stop you before you drop something about my past, that was... better.
When the lights turned on she glanced at the window again, Sova was blushing. Too bad that wasn't her style... she absolutely hated sundresses.
The next one was even worse, she opened a door and there was Yoru in a blue cardigan in the middle of a library :
- I'm just a boy standing in front of a girl-
She never even watched Notting Hill, what was he thinking ? Everyone in the room laughed out loud, except for Sova. He had a mischivieous look on his face... W-Was he going to try ?
Well... Not before Chamber.
She was by the sea, a very romantic and fancy hotel room. A table, set for two with champagne and some rose petals on the floor... Perhaps a little too much for her taste but he was very convincing to make it all seem so natural :
- Mademoiselle, please sit.
- Are you sure you can keep it under five minutes?
- Let's forget about the time, live this moment with me Sabine.
He mentioned for her to sit. She did, wanting to see how far he would go.
- Greece. I find it fitting, since I'm in the presence of a godess...
Chamber was actually amusing, not being intimidated by her comments and ironic expressions. He knew how to dance around the subjects and capture her attention, listening to her and looking at her like she was an art piece that he wanted to collect. She felt flattered but also afraid of falling right into the trap.
- The thing is, and I think you can agree with me that we're a perfect fit...
She was eating the fake food. It felt real, the strawberries were juicy the way she liked it. When she took a bite, some of it begun to fall from her mouth but she was managing to fix herself in time for him to explain himself.
- You are remarkable in every way, Sabine. You're beautiful, smart and even if you don't want to admit it : generous.
- And if I'm all those things, and since we're perfect for each other, you must be as impressive as I seem to be, right ?
He stopped on his tracks, serving the champagne while thinking a little about the answer. He handed her a napkin, but when she was about to clean herself, he did it for her.
They looked at each other, she didn't have any intentions to keep going but his touch was soft and gentle and the look on his face was pure. She suddenly realized how close they were, remembering that this was an act. But she saw the truth behind this, she saw Vincent comming closer and even if she liked the idea she couldn't surrender yet.
- Not perfect at all. That's why I need you by my side, you make me want to do better every day.
It hurted Viper, how sincere he seemed. Yet, the attraction and bond between them wasn't at the same level... She liked him, could even see a future where she break the "no fraternization rule" just for Chamber. He understood her, they were a great match...
- You're a good man, Vincent.
His time was over. Everyone was shocked at the affection shown by the controller, Breach argued that at least he was the one that made her laugh and Chamber remained silent. There was no one left to try so she mentioned to get out but Sova standed up.
- Are you sure you want to try, brother ?
He didn't answer Breach, he entered the room and everything went dark. The only thing that they hearded before the russian closed the door was :
- Let us know when the five minutes end.
A single light appeared in front of Sabine, and then another and then another. She looked closer and realized they were fireflies, she was in a forest and and the sound of an owl guided her to a hut. She opened the door, not knowing what to expect but disappointed to see that it was empty. There was table though, and on top of it a paper with the number 5.
- You know what this number means, Sabine ?
His voice was deep, angry even. She could feel his presence but couldn't actually see him.
- The number of times you saved me.
She snapped back, searching for him in the poor light but he wasn't anywhere or... he was everywhere? She felt dizzy.
- The number of times I was reckless and had to fix my mistakes in order to save you.
- We're perfectionists, I get it.
He whispered and the heat of his breath sended a wave of eletricity over her body.
- I used to hunt with my father and at the end of the day he would say what should I work on to get better. It was a shack like this, and I treasure this memories the most.
He finally appeared in front of her, holding his bow at her direction, but it didn't hit her. The arrow traveled in the air, so near to her ear that she almost flinched.
- He said to me : Sasha, you have to learn how to miss your arrows!
He shoot again, this time just a milimeter over the top of her head while the other one could be heard bouncing in the walls.
- You have to miss at least one, Sasha! Or else you're going to miss the most important shot later.
He shot the third arrow to the side that she was facing, he looked focused and worried.
- And I always tried to miss the first shot of the day, on purpose. So I don't have to worry about missing later.
Their eyes met, she was still confused but hypnotized by his speech.
- The weird thing is : whenever I have to deal with you Sabine, I miss my shot.
- So, you're saying that I'm distracting you ?
- No, that's not what I mean...
The three arrows landed on top of the paper at the same time. She gasped, and he smiled, proud of himself for impressing her with his skills...
- I don't want to miss anymore, Sabine.
She took a step further, trying to find any glimpse of lies in his eyes. There was just love and desire, those caring eyes that made her knees go weak.
- Buddy, your five minutes are over!
The lights were back, but he didn't take a step back. Holding her chin, he whispered in a way that only Viper could hear :
- Please don't make me loose, I already shoot my wrong arrow today...
She stayed there for a few seconds, ignoring what everyone was discussing, ignoring the questions because apparently Sova isolated the sound of the room and no one knew what he said or did. Her legs started to moved, she couldn't control herself and without even realising she was running at his direction.
He disappeared in the corridors, but she finally managed to find him by the garden they had. He was going to sit on a bank but stopped when he recognized her voice :
He turned to her, not knowing how long she wanted this...HIM! There was no other man that could take his place, no other that could actually hit her that hard. He couldn't miss, if she was already taken...
- You're going on the next mission.
His face saddened, and she took advantage to come closer. She took off her gloves, wanting to feel his skin, cupping his face and settling her body over him. His back, touching the wall behind them. They were in the middle of a corridor, but nothing else mattered, and he welcomed her on his embrace.
- I can't let my best shooter drop his stats...
Sabine finally kissed him with such a hunger that he grunted, his grip tightening her lower back while hers went to his neck. Caressing, enjoying every second of that moment. There was nothing on his mind other than Sabine, her existence being the only link to reality, her body trembled with the way his hands moved. When it finally ended, he bited her lower lip and smiled.
- It's okay, Chamber. I was leaving anyways...
- Yeah... Some packing to do...
Before relasing himself from her, he caressed her cheeks and winked. Head over heels, she watched him go while Chamber asked the same question three times.
- I guess you're out of the market then...
- For the record, I was never available.
- Bullshit. I almost got you there!
Vincent's smile could be very annoying sometimes, the mischievous and handsome face that appeared too late. She knew what he was thinking, she also had to remember that someday he was going to ask for something in return.
- I don't know how THIS worked, but thank you!
- Don't go wasting your good manners on me, doctor. I want two days off, no questions asked!
- You can have one day off and a mission with Efia.
- She's the only one that makes you shut up, and we both know that you need this now.
And with that note, she left the sentinel to go to her favorite initiator. Knowing Chamber was about to start the bumpy ride she had to take until this day, denying, pushing, torturing herself until finally admitting she was crazy about a certain russian...
