Raphael (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) - Extra
“His muscles are so big and he’s so dreamy.”
“I know…”
Your distracted response only registers when you turn to April, cheeks flushed.
“April!!”
She starts laughing and you just roll your eyes as you look away. Raph and the others are too invested in their training to hear the back and forth. You’re grateful. You’ve always been a bit mesmerized watching them train. April stopped by with a lead on a case she wanted to tackle, so the boys had agreed to finish up the session and then get right to it.
“He’s your boyfriend, you know. You don’t have to stare from a distance all creepy like. Just talk to the guy.”
“I’m not staring or creepy.”
You grumble. She’s still smiling and they seem to be just about finished. Leo looks over and Donnie is moving to April’s side to get any information that he can on what they’ll be handling.
“I call dibs on the double cheese!!” Mikey yells, racing out the room. Leo just sighs as he follows along. Raph is the last to walk over, and you move to his side.
“Must get boring always watching us.”
“Trust me, it isn’t!”
Of course you can’t say that.
“I’ll survive.”
He grins, nudging your arm with his gloved hand. You just offer a smile. You’re like how natural things feel. Although you both have settled on more even ground, you feel comfortable and Raph seems quite the same. You walk in step with him, explaining some of the challenges you’ve had in your classes and some interesting situations at your part time job.
“Then he tried to dip his hand in the frying pan. I almost smacked him with a spatula. “
You’re making wide gestures with your hand as you speak and Raph just watches you. You’re not really conscious of it until you pick up on his lack of conversation. By this time you’re in the kitchen leaning against the counter. He’d reach in and grab a drink, but he’s just holding it in his hand, looking at you.
“Raph? Are you listening?” Your brows are furrowed, and he places the soda down. You’re now a bit curious. That’s until he takes a step closer. You back up against the fridge, and when he starts leaning down to your height, your heart flutters.
Heaven knows you’ve been anticipating this forever.
“Raph!! We gotta go!”
The yell from across the room breaks the little moment and he straightens, as if just realizing what he’d planned to do. Your cheeks are flushed, and you just look at him. Raph looks away.
“I gotta go. When we get back I’ll drop you at your place.” He still refuses to make eye contact and you nod, a bit bashful.
“Okay. I’ll wait for you.” You murmur.
You’re a bit disappointed, but you know they have a job to do. Leo sure has terrible timing.
~~
You anxiously wait for their return. You’re used to leaving their place late, so when the familiar sounds of the rowdy siblings echoes, it has to be them. Unfortunately, you’d fallen asleep. The minute Raph walks in he searches for you. When he spots you asleep on the couch, Mikey nudges his arm.
“Ooooo, Raph’s girlfriend is still here.”
Raph smacks him over the head and Mikey’s yell wakes you up. Rubbing your eyes, you lift your head.
“Raph..?”
He’s moving to the couch in seconds.
“Hey, sorry we took so long. I should take you back.”
You nod, lifting your arms. Mikey is sending him mocking looks and Raph simply glares.
“Raph, pick me up.” You whine.
He’s embarrassed, because he does love lifting you in his arms, but the looks from his brothers is annoying. He leans over, picking you up and you wrap your hands around his neck with a sigh. From the sounds of it you’re still a bit sleepy.
“See you tomorrow (Y/N).” Leo calls.
You wave, eyes partially open.
“Bye guys.” You hum.
Raph takes off, and you stay comfortably tucked in his arms. The trip back to your place does indeed wake you up. By the time he makes it to the top of the fire escape, he places you on your feet so you can open your window. You slide it open easily, straightening to thank him for dropping you off, maybe offer him some leftover pizza.
You’re a bit surprised that he’s already looking at you, and he’s a lot closer than you initially thought. You both pause, and the subtle flicker of lights from buildings around gives you the perfect visuals, because his eyes look so beautiful in the lighting. Raph’s gaze strays, and for just a moment you swear he’s going to do it, kiss you.
But he averts his eyes.
“Make sure you close your window when I leave.”
That’s all he says.
He moves to turn, but you take his hand. He pauses, and you hold his palm. The difference in size is so noticeable and you can’t help but appreciate it. How safe you feel with him. How safe you’ve always felt with him. You fully understand his hesitance. This is all new to him. His first relationship, first girlfriend, first kiss. So you’ll need to be the brave one this time, because he’s always been brave for you.
“Raph, is it okay if I kiss you?”
You’re nervous, you have no idea why that is, or why you’re whispering. You’re too high up for anyone to hear, but it all feels necessary. He looks a bit dazed. You’re getting more embarrassed the longer the silence drags on.
“I-I really want to kiss you and I-mph-”
He pulls you in and your heart soars when his lips press so softly to your own. Your clenched hands release, and your palm lays against his chest as you tiptoe to match his height. He’s so tall, and his kiss feels so perfect.
It’s nothing more than a brief brushing of your lips before he pulls back. You know it’s due to his inexperience. His eyes look even more alluring up close. You let out a soft breath, and he licks his lips.
“Ya taste good..”
He must be talking about your lip gloss.
You nod, barely processing his words. All you know is that you want another taste, a more thorough one.
“Can you…can you stay a little longer?”
It’s almost a plea. Maybe he sees the desperation in your eyes.
“I can stay as long as ya want. “
Music to your ears. You keep a hold on his hand as you maneuver your way into your apartment. He’s right behind, and Raph is the one who closes the window. He turns back to you, and in seconds you're in his arms. Your arms find purchase around his neck as you kiss him, much deeper. A sound leaves him, and your lips part slightly, urging him to do the same. He follows your instruction, and you don’t realize he’s moving until your back makes contact with a wall. You hum, and Raph pulls back with an apology.
“Sorry I-”
You shake your head, silencing him with a kiss. This time he lets out an audible groan, and you waste no time. You’re eager, and now that he has you in a more steady position, your hands have a chance to wander.
They run down his chest, trying to feel everything that your lips don’t have a chance to yet. You love it, the feel of muscle, his body pressed so closely to yours. There’s a bit of pressure, but it’s the perfect amount to keep you secure and excited.
Your kisses are getting a bit sloppy, but you don’t mind, neither does Raph because he isn’t stopping. This is everything you could have hoped for and more.
All you can think is why the hell didn’t you say something earlier.
No use dwelling on it now. Might as well just enjoy every bit of this newfound love.
