duckling âś§ floyd leech x reader
a defining moment where floyd determines his personal nickname for you details: fluff ┊ gn!reader ┊ 650 words ┊ dedicated to @mikiruie my beloved
Floyd Leech isn't quite sure what to do with his feelings sometimes. Most people are put off by his sudden changes in mood and behavior—with the exception of his twin brother, of course.
But the thing is, Floyd just can't help it, especially now that you've wormed your way into his life.
You're a fascinating one, you see, for you make him feel so many things all at once.
Sometimes, he feels the urge to chase you down or give you a little spook, but he wants to be the one you run to for safety. He'll blurt out the most random things to get a reaction out of you, but he'll come after anyone who dares to make you uncomfortable.
Your company makes him feel at peace, but you also make him want to break out in song and dance. And while he's very much used to just doing whatever he wants, he finds himself thinking twice around you…most of the time.
It was only when he talked to Jade that he realized what his feelings were. Walking on land as a human gives Floyd an unbearable itch; he misses his true form and the fluid nature of water. But when you're around? He feels like he's swimming in a sea of delight.
Floyd's heart follows wherever your tide takes him.
The sentiment rings true in this moment, where you both sit cross-legged on the couch. It's been a few minutes since he started cooing at you out of nowhere.
You tilt his head at him, wondering what caused the sudden shift in his demeanor.
"Did I do something?"
"Noooo…" He giggles to himself.
"Huh. I swear, you were silent just a moment ago. What piqued your interest this time, huh?"
"Hyeeeheheheeh!"
"Floyd?"
He gives you his signature grin (the one you called adorable when you didn't think he was listening).Â
"Your little pout…"
"Hm?" At that, you purse your lips and point to yourself.
"That! Hehehehe. Like that!"Â
Leaning forward, he inches closer into your personal space.
"Okay, what about my pout?" You await his answer. "…Floyd?"
"You're so cute! I want to squeeze you." He reaches out one hand to tilt your chin upwards.
"A gentle squeeze, I hope?"
"No promises, hehehe!"
He squishes your cheeks with his hand, causing your lips to protrude in a far more exaggerated manner. You don't move a muscle, even when he decides to use both of his hands to squash your face.Â
The eel is absolutely delighted that you're letting him indulge in his whims again (and honestly, maybe he understands why you started aggressively petting that random cat you both saw on campus).
"Floyd? You sound like you're squealing, screeching, laughing, and crying at the same time."
At your observation, he grins. He's amused that he can understand what you're saying, despite the state your endearing little face is in.
"Eh? Is that so? But you're so adorable…I can't help it!"Â
You exhale and sigh, letting Floyd continue for as long as he wishes. After all, you both know you're enjoying this as much as he is. Even better, his cute aggression has him hugging you close to his chest.
"Oh no. You're going to squeeze me for real," you say in a playful tone.
"Aw…" He ruffles your hair and presses a kiss on the top of your head. "I suppose I will reconsider. I like you too much. I wanna keep you around."
"Good. I'd like to be around you for a lot longer, too."
"Heeheehee."Â
Floyd frees you from his grasp, but it's not long before he captures your cheeks with both his hands and forces another pout to appear.Â
"Also, I've decided…"
You raise an eyebrow. "Oh? Decided what?"Â
"I'm calling you my duckling."
He gives you a quick peck on the lips before giggling to himself again. This will certainly be an exciting afternoon.
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