Summery: Reader meets someone who makes the refuge better
tw: None
wc: 0.8k
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Being in the refuge was hell. I'm not even overexaggerating. Rats and their feces were everywhere. We were starved, beaten, and forced to do work. This was all meant to help our, 'character'. Now you may be wondering, 'How did a girl get into the refuge?'. Well you see, I looked and acted like a boy so they just threw me in with the rest of them after I tried to steal an apple. The others were nice for the most part, there were a few rotten ones, but overall we stood up for each other.
When Crutchy came I was furious. I didn't know him prior, but I could tell he was kind and had no place here. Then my rage was intensified after I got to know him. He was the sweetest being on the planet and no one could change my mind. He was polite, even to Snyder! He made sure everyone was taken cared for...well as much as they could be. He would always try to make everyone look on the bright side and honestly I wanted to protect this boy. Not only that but he came in hurt, he told me how he couldn't walk too well since some people soaked him before they dragged him here. I was completely livid when he told me that.
We became quick friends. The few rude people here tried to pick on him but I stood up for him. His friend came to break him out one night but there visit was cut short by Snyder himself. Luckily no one got in trouble. In fact, I'm pretty sure Crutchy is on Snyder's good side.
Seeing Crutchy be so kind and loving honestly restored some of my faith in humanity. Then I remember that evil cruel people put him in a hell hole and its almost wiped away again. Truthfully, I fell for Crutchy. Can you blame me? He was adorable, sweet, loving, kind, the list goes on forever! When I see him my heart melts, he honestly makes me want to become a better person. He also gives the best hugs, I want to hug him forever. (Now I want a crutchy hug)
Now you know how much I care for him. So you have to understand how terrified I was when Crutchy and a few others were taken away from the refuge. They wouldn't tell us why as Snyder also left. Then a while later we were all set free. I had no clue where to go. I had no home, no family, nothing. Crutchy was gone and I realized I felt truly alone. Even with all the people rushing past me...wait. Why was everyone going the same direction?
I followed the crowed and ended up in newsie square. I tried to look around but there were so many people and I couldn't see over anyone. Damn my shortness. What I was able to see though was a carriage...and was that? Oh my, it really was him! Crutchy left the carriage along with the others and I was about to cry from happiness. He was okay. I shoved my way through the crowed not caring about anyone else. I finally reached him and I noticed that Snyder was now in the carriage being taken away. Good, finally getting what he deserves. Yet I drew my attention to the brown haired angel.
"Crutchy you're alright!" I exclaimed hugging him. "I was so worried, I thought that they took you'se somewhere worse!" I felt him hug back and I let a few tears fall down my face.
"Don't worry (n/n)," Crutchy laughed lightly. "I'se told you everythin would work out in da end!" I laughed with him and hugged him tighter.
"CRUTCHY!" I heard an exited shout. I pulled away and saw Crutchy's friend approach us.
"JACK!" Crutchy shouted back. They hugged for a few seconds and laughed.
"I'm glad to have you back buddy," Jack said with a bright smile.
"I'm glad ta be back," Crutchy replied.
"I see you'se brought ya goil too," Jack smirked and turned to me. "It's nice ta finally meet ya, you seem ta fit Crutchy's description. A true angel."
Crutchy's description? I felt my flustered yet happy at the same time. I looked over at Crutchy and he looked embarrassed. "If anything, Crutchy's the angel," I said looking at the ground. Jack left us and we were alone (well as alone as we could get in a crowd) once again and it was slightly awkward.
I felt a burst of confidence consume me as I looked back at Crutchy's blushing figure, "I wouldn't mind bein ya goil." He looked at me with wide eyes and his blush seemed to burn brighter.
Summery: Reader helps Crutchy with his insecurities.
tw: None
wc: 0.3k
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I made some tea and made sure I had my house orderly. My boyfriend was coming over and I always wanted to make sure things were in place. I knew Crutchy didn't mind how my house looked, least of all how I looked, but I still wanted the best for him. He deserved so much and I did what I could.
Before I could check and make sure the picture frames were straight once more a knock was heard. I perked up and rushed to the door. Outside stood the basically perfect man known as Crutchy.
"Crutchy!" I exclaimed throwing my arms around his neck pulling him into a hug. He hugged me back and kissed my forehead.
"How've ya been dear?" He asked with a giant grin.
"Better now that you're here," I smiled brightly. "Come in!" He entered my house and I closed the door behind him. "I have some tea made, take a seat and make yourself at home." Crutchy sat at the dining table and I got out two mugs and poured us some tea.
"How's work been love?" I asked taking a sip of the bitter sweet tea.
"As good as it can get for a newsie gimp," Crutchy shrugged still smiling brightly.
"Well if you ever need anything you can always come to me," I stated once again kissing him on the cheek.
"You'se a real sweethart ya know dat?" Crutchy said sweetly and I felt my heart melt.
"You're definitely sweeter than me," I complimented giving him basically heart eyes. "You've got a heart of pure gold!"
"I don't know what I did ta deserve ya," He sighed out.
"I have no clue what I did to deserve you either," I said laughing a bit.
I laid onto Crutchy's side and he wrapped an arm around me. We snuggled together for a while but then he had to leave and go back to the newsboys lodge.
"I'll see you tomorrow my love," I smiled giving him a sweet kiss to the lips. We pulled away and the cheesiest grins were held on our faces.
"I can't wait," Crutchy murmured. "I already miss ya."
"I miss you too love," I replied back giving him another kiss. He gave me one last kiss on the forehead before leaving.