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It’s Meant to Feel That Way

Pairing: Andy Barber x Reader

Summary: Two strangers in a grocery store are brought together by a little boy determined to make them a family.

Word Count: 2.7k

Warnings: Fluff, Defending Jacob non-canon ending, brief mention of grief/child loss, brief mention of absentee parent

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“Daddy!” The excited cheer and the rapid scampering footsteps in Andy’s direction made him immediately tense. Nothing could prepare him for the smack of a little body into his legs or the tug of tiny hands on the hem of his suit jacket.

When he exhaled a long, slow breath and looked down, excited eyes stared up at him. His routine of grocery shopping late Thursday nights was now interrupted by a pajama-clad toddler. “Hey, pal. Where’s your mah?”

“Uppy?” The little boy’s big eyes now glimmered with tears, despite the big smile, and a familiar tug on his heart and he slipped his hands under the kid’s arms to scoop him up before he started wailing. Before Andy could ask his question again, the little boy’s small hands were on Andy’s beard giggling, “Daddy, you’re prickly!” Swallowing, he smiled a crooked smile as he noticed a familiarity in the coloring in the little boy’s irises, blue with hints of yellow-green near the pupils. Laurie used to say Jacob had sunflowers in his eyes. The thought of his ex-wife and their late son made him sniffle. This little guy in his arms quickly threw them around Andy’s neck, “Don’t cry, Daddy! I’m so happy you’re finally here.”

Andy patted the little boy on the back, exhaling a shaky breath before adjusting the kid’s weight and picking up his grocery basket, “Which way’s your mah?” Moving out of the aisle toward the checkout, he adjusted his Red Sox cap to get a better look down the deserted store. The closer he got to the front, Andy heard the panicked rambling of a woman. “I think I found what you’re looking for.”

Your head snapped so quickly at the sound of his deep voice that he thought you might be about to hit him. His step back made you immediately melt with relief and apologies as your gaze raked up his body. It wasn’t until you saw Andy’s face that you realized exactly what was happening. “I’m so sorry. C’mere, Bubba,” You tried to peel your son off the unsuspecting and gorgeous stranger but he nuzzled his face into the man’s neck and clung onto him tighter. “This is all my fault. I’m really so sorry. C’mon, AJ.”

With a few gentle pats to the little boy’s back, Andy tried to coax him to let go. “I’m not sure what you’re apologizing for, but it’s okay. He’s a sweet little guy but…” Andy felt the steady, gentle breaths on his neck, “It’s late and he’s out like a light.”

He studied your face as a new pained look of anxiety settled there. “This is all my fault. He’s gotten really into superheroes and we were marathoning those Marvel movies. Ever since he started asking about his dad, I could only manage to tell him that he was off saving the world…” You swiped your hand almost angrily at the silent tear that fell down your cheek before continuing. “I didn’t think he’d connect that to his dad, but I think you kind of look like… We just watched Infinity War.” Andy’s eyebrows knit together with confusion, still not sure what she meant. “It’s why we’re even here this late. I should’ve known it was too scary for him. He hasn’t slept since his nap yesterday afternoon. I was trying to find those melatonin gummies.”

“Look, it’s okay, really. I’m pretty much done, let’s go find that and maybe the longer he’s out he’ll actually stay asleep and you won’t need to use it.” Andy offered an empathetic smile and nodded toward the aisle the little guy must have ran from. “My son wasn’t easy to get down at night. I wish it could’ve been as simple as a gummy or carrying him around for a few minutes.”

Your eyes lit up for a moment at the mention that he’d been in your shoes, but when you looked at him you saw how set his jaw was, clearly not wanting to talk about his family. Instead you focused on how this man’s broad hand kept gently rubbing your son’s back, your own trick to hush him to sleep. Swallowing, you moved and kept your eyes on the items on the shelves, walking slowly through rows of vitamins and generic medicine. “His dad’s in the military. I don’t actually know anything else about him, not really. Child support comes in, but he’s not interested in a relationship with him. One mistake changed my whole life, but at least it was a change for the better. I know, all too well, that most people’s mistakes cost them everything.”

Andy wondered if this was your way of telling him that you knew who he was or about the case. Initially, after the crash when both Laurie and Jacob were in the hospital he’d left the practice. After Jacob passed and Laurie divorced him he needed the familiarity and, frankly, a job that could take up as much time as he was willing to let it. It was part of the reason he grocery shopped so late, coming straight from work while also avoiding anyone that could possibly recognize him. He’d been studying your face, waiting for some sort of recognition and instead found a tired young woman that lit up at the sight of melatonin gummies. “I think you might not need it tonight. I just have a few more things to grab, if you don’t mind, and then I can help put him in his car seat.”

“You really don’t have to do that.”

“It’s kind of comforting, honestly. My son, he’s gone and his mother and I aren’t…” Andy trailed off, lowering his gaze to the groceries in the basket he was lugging around. Her eyes moved from the sadness in his eyes to the way AJ clung to him- even in his sleep, and then to the basket full of freezer food.

“Let’s get your groceries, but I’m going to have to insist that you let me pay you back with a real dinner.” Andy couldn’t remember the last time he had a home cooked meal. It wasn’t that he couldn’t cook, but Laurie had done it before and on the rare times he did it was for a family of three with the intent of both Laurie and himself having leftovers for work the next day. His mouth bobbed open to protest, maybe to mention the hour or to ask for a rain check that he’d never fulfill, but you were faster. “I said, I insist.”

Your smile was warm and bright, even though you really did look exhausted. With a nod and a smile that mirrored yours the pair of you walked through the store, fairly quiet aside from your humming of the song playing overhead. He grabbed some more overly processed chronic bachelor foods and you picked up a few more things to make him dinner before checking out. By the time your son was buckled into the car, you realized just how crazy inviting a nameless stranger you just let carry your kid around the grocery store. As if he was reading your mind, the man gently shut the door and opened yours, “I’m Andy, by the way. Andrew Barber, technically, but no one ever calls me that.”

With a look of surprise you glanced into the back seat, “That little guy is Andrew, too. Andrew Joyner, but I’ve always called him AJ.” You gave him your name and address, noticing how he’d been a little distracted by your sleeping son as you spoke. Though you’d never seen AJ’s father with AJ, you’d always hoped that he’d look at AJ like that, like the world started and stopped with those eyes. It was at that moment, Andy took off his ball cap and you really saw his eyes and just how similar the color was to your son’s, his only trait he shared with his father. “Want me to wait so you can follow us?” He shook his head and smiled, but it didn’t reach his eyes. With a nod, you made your way home and tried to pull yourself together by mentally walking through the steps of the meal you were about to make.

Andy pulled in just a few short moments after you and he was quick to shuffle around to help, “I got him. Why don’t you get the door?” His thoughtfulness was jarring and you couldn’t help but recall the few dates you’d been on since AJ was born. Men never opened doors anymore, several ‘forgot their wallet’ on expensive dates, and the few that made it long enough for you to mention AJ ghosted. “Your home is beautiful.” His eyes moved around the open concept of your small two story home, seemingly ignoring the toys strewn across the living room and the basket of laundry with your panties on top right by the open laundry room door. Instead he stopped at the wall by the door, covered in pictures of your family. “Wow, he looks like he’s the happiest little guy in the world.”

You took the opportunity to pick up a few things as you moved further into the house. “He’s always been super easy. Honestly, today was the first real heart attack he’s given me.”

Andy’s eyes found yours in every picture, too. The lawyer couldn’t help but notice that you were always so happy with AJ in your arms and a little lost when alone, but you’d turned a corner now and he couldn’t see you, only hear the cautious clang of pots being gently pulled down. “What is it you do, if you don’t mind my asking?” Andy sat at one of the stools on the kitchen island, a little relieved that you hadn’t led him straight to AJ’s room to put him down because he found comfort in those small arms sleep-hugging him as he patted his back. “I’m a lawyer, if I didn’t mention that.”

“Fancy!” You chuckled softly, wiggling your shoulders a little as you looked back at him from the sink where you filled a pot with water. “I’m a freelance graphic designer.” After the pot was on the stove, you pointed to a door off of the living room behind him. “I get to work from home and as much as I want or need to. Mostly, I’m with him all day and work at night after he goes to bed.”

“Is that what you always wanted to do?” Andy had so many questions he wanted to ask you, but the ones that seemed to come out were so surface level. His eyes fell to the little boy asleep in his arms and, as if he felt Andy’s heart stutter and swell, he stirred, just a little. AJ’s face nuzzled further into the corner of Andy’s neck, his little nose twitching at the tickle of his beard. Rocking his hips with the swivel of the chair, the corner of Andy’s mouth turned up in a smile and, looking up when he realized you hadn’t answered, he caught you watching him. “Has he always been…”

“Easy to love?” Andy nodded and your smile grew. “I like to think so, but this is different. I think he chose you.” Biting your lip you turned around, not finishing your thought aloud. As you stirred the sauce into noodles, adding more seasoning and lowering the temperature, you let out a slow sigh and then answered his question. “I was that kid that never knew what they wanted to be, head always in the clouds, and I think that creativity helped me be successful in this job. I just helped a few friends here and there, word of mouth helped my clientele expand, and bit by bit I established something successful. I really do love it, but I might not love it so much if it wasn’t for the fact that it lets me do what I really want to do every day.”

It was obvious Andy had been listening to you intently. His hand had paused on AJ’s back, his rocking back and forth had slowed and a small creased line formed between his eyebrows as if he was about to ask another question, but instead asked, “Should we get him to bed while it’s simmering?”

With a nod and a soft smile, you couldn’t help but wonder what he wasn’t saying. Nevertheless, you led him to the stairs. Andy followed you slowly, stopping as he looked at the art and pictures on the walls before he made it to the top. There were three doors and the one straight ahead was open to a duck themed bathroom that dizzied Andy with the sweet floral scent of your perfume. Turning left to follow you into a blue-green bedroom, he took in the simple space with a small bookshelf stuffed with books, a spaceship bed with Finding Nemo blankets and a stuffed giraffe, and the various toys strewn about the room were just as diverse. Overall, it was mostly empty and he could see the little guy growing up in that house, finding himself. For a moment sadness washed over Andy’s expression and you wanted to reach out and hug him, certain he was probably thinking about his own boy’s room. Instead, you stepped aside and picked up toys, watching Andy tuck AJ in out of the corner of your eye. “I’m amazed he let you go.”

A soft chuckle, weighted with sadness, quietly passed his lips as the man stood back up to his full height and gazed down at your son. There was an obvious tenderness to that look, longing. Before he turned and headed out of the bedroom, Andy faintly whispered, “Sweet dreams, Bubba.”

You smiled at him, aware he’d used your nickname for your son, before following him down to the kitchen after cracking AJ’s door. Andy watched you walk down the stairs and you couldn’t help but feel aware of what you looked like after a long day of chasing your boy around. Your fingertips toyed with the hem of your jeans as you used every ounce of restraint to stop yourself from fidgeting with your hair or staring at how long and lean the attractive lawyer looked perched on the stool waiting for you. Instead, you headed straight to the cabinet and pulled down a shallow plate to serve up, “Spaghetti pomodoro was one of the first things I learned how to cook. Would you like something to drink? I usually have mine with white wine, but I have beer, water, orange juice, and apple juice.”

“I’ll have it like you do, but just a little since I’m driving.” Andy looked down at the plate and back at you, had you been looking you might have noticed the way questions seemed to dance across his face again. “It smells amazing. Thank you, you really didn’t have to.”

“I know, but I wanted to.”

You cleaned the dishes while he ate, both of you periodically asking each other questions or stealing glances. There were no uncomfortable silences, he didn’t irritate you with slurping or chomping, and he even offered to help you clean while praising your cooking. As the two of you walked to the door he held up the container of leftovers you gave him. “Thank you. I’m already looking forward to lunch tomorrow.”

Before you could stop yourself you asked, “But what about dinner?”

Andy turned on his heel and looked down at you, the porch light offering up a warm glow that was only highlighting his smile. “I would need to bring you back the container.”

“Then I guess you’ll just have to join us again. What time do you get off work?” After plans were made and numbers were exchanged you offered up a soft, “We’ll see you tomorrow and I promise I’ll talk to AJ about calling you Mr. Barb-”

“It’s fine, sweetheart. Don’t worry about it. I’ll see you tomorrow.” The lawyer was quick to cut you off, his nonchalance over what your son called him making your forehead wrinkle.

He leaned down and kissed your forehead, giving your shoulder a squeeze. Confused, all you could manage was a whispered, “Goodnight, Andy.”

The way that man looked back at you from the bottom of the stairs with an unpracticed, soft smile only to say, “G’night.” Well, you had a reason to toss and turn tonight.

A/N: The next part is partially written and I think I’d like to see what people thought about this story before I put more heart into it. I’ve just been gone so long that I’m not sure anyone’s even around. Hi, it’s me, your favorite flake 😂

UPDATE: If you missed it at the top, I’ve added a Part 2!

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lunarbuck · 10 months

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Vampire!bucky x innocent! Reader smutttt

Orrr

Winter solider!bucky x innocent!reader

Ooh winter soldier is always gonna win in my book, especially with an innocent reader 🖤❤️‍🔥

Some NSFW thoughts… (thank you @flordeamatista for the daydreams)

pairing: winter soldier x innocent!female reader (any race)

wc: 540

warnings: innocent/inexperienced reader, fingering, mirror kink, praise, pet name [princess]

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The Soldier knew from the moment he saw you that he wanted you. That soft look in your eyes, the way you shied away from every touch. He didn’t have to ask to know that you were inexperienced, innocent to the wants and needs of a man like him.

He knows exactly what he wants, knows how he’d touch you, feel you taste you. And the day he finally gets his hands on you, you know you’ll never be the same again.

The Soldier makes you tell him what you want, tells you to use your big girl words, tell him just what you want him to do.

“Come on, princess. I see how bad you want me, how needy you’re getting. You need me to show you? Need me to show you just how good I can make you feel?”

He walks you over to your full-length mirror and stands you in front of it. He runs his metal fingers over your skin, making you shiver, and you stare at the trail of goosebumps he leaves.

"Do you not know what you want, princess? Do you need me to show you what you need?" You nod, in a trance-like state, just the way he wants you.

You watch as he tugs your panties down your legs, letting them pool by your feet. He taps the inside of your thighs and you step your feet apart, showing him your pussy.

The Soldier runs his metal fingers down your tummy and teases your clit, his other hand gripping your hip. He looks so much bigger, looming over your shoulder to watch the mirror. He slides his fingers across your clit and circles your entrance but he doesn't press inside.

"You feel how sensitive you are?" He whispers in your ear. "Your legs are shaking already, so responsive for me, princess." You grip his wrists, holding on as best you can, silently begging him for more. Your mind spins, your chest heaves.

"Please, please," you whimper.

"You don't even know what you're begging for," he teases. " You need me to teach you." He slides a finger inside of your pussy, your wetness lubricating the metal. Your eyes flutter shut, but he slaps your inner thigh. "Eyes open, princess. Pay attention."

His thumb teases your clit as he pumps his finger inside of you, knocking the spot that makes your vision blur. He bites on your shoulder, leaving imprints of his teeth, and your legs turn to jelly.

The Soldier slides another finger into your pussy and you squirm at the stretch, but he talks you through it. "You're doing so good for me, princess. Taking my fingers so beautifully." He pumps his fingers faster, stroking your clit in tandem, and you clench around his fingers.

You whimper, unable to form the words to tell him you're close, but he can tell. The Soldier knows you better than you know yourself.

"Come all over my fingers, princess, show me how much you need me." You fall apart at his words, turning into a puddle in his arms. He holds you to himself, and you feel his cock press against your back.

"My turn," he whispers, staring darkly at your used body in the mirror.

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parmahamlarrie · 3 months

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Hi all, happy January!

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caplanbuckybarnes · 1 month

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Hazelnut Love

Summary:you tried your best to hide your feelings from your friends

Warnings: fluff, secret relationships

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hlficlibrary · 5 months

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HL FIC LIBRARY ✤ AUTHOR REC

AO3: phdmama

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✤ Number of fics: 208

✤ Posting Since: 2016

TOP 5 FICS:

1️⃣ Hold My Heart {E, 14k}

“Excuse me, mate, I’m the window seat here.” The voice was soft, apologetic, and accented in something a bit unfamiliar — northern England, maybe, Harry thought.

“Oh,” Harry jumped to his feet and moved aside, “I’m sorry, I didn’t see you standing there.”

The other man laughed as he swung a bag into the overhead compartment and slid into the seat. “You were well caught up in that book, mate. What are you reading?”

Harry paused, wondering how to explain the fact that he was reading an epic and x-rated romance that was the story of a relationship between a prince and the man he’d enslaved. “Oh, you know, just some fiction my sister recommended.” He turned to look at the man and froze.

Sitting next to him was Louis Tomlinson.

Or, the one where famous Louis Tomlinson offers his hand and a lot more to his seat mate on a transatlantic flight.

(Co-written with @a-writerwrites)

2️⃣ Feels Like Coming Home {E, 60k}

The last thing Harry Styles expects when he's hanging out at the Someday Cafe in Somerville one rainy October day is for his ex, Louis Tomlinson to walk through the door, but that's exactly what happens. After a spectacularly ugly break-up three years prior, Harry hasn't heard one word from Louis, and he's moved on. Gotten over him. But having Louis back in his life, not to mention working at the restaurant where he's a chef, isn't easy, and the feelings that Harry thought he'd left turn out to be not so easily forgotten.

This is a story about love and the power of forgiveness, and how the hard choices we make define us, and change our lives.

3️⃣ On the Go {T, 2k}

From this post because I could not resist.

4️⃣ It's a Better Place (Since You Came Along) {E, 51k}

When Harry Styles, a mid-level talent, Finder, and small business owner, sets off on the vacation of a lifetime with his best friend, Niall Horan, he has no idea the changes his life will undergo over the next nine days. He's got it all planned - there's going to be shore excursions, lounging by the pool on the deck of the luxurious cruise ship, not to mention margaritas. What he does not plan for are the new friends, new bonds, or the mystery from his past that comes back to haunt him, and he certainly hasn't planned for Louis.

5️⃣ For Better and For Worse {M, 12k}

Harry and Louis have been together for 5 years and they've been getting questions when they would be getting married and start a family. Bur Harry doesn't have the time. They were arguing one morning when Harry had enough and left for work. He's a doctor and works at the a&e there is a call that there has been a bad car crash and that there is more than one patient coming in. Harry does his job good and works on the first patient and everything goes great until his next patient is Louis.

HIDDEN GEM:

💎 Unveiled {M, 65k}

The train grinds to a halt and Harry leans forward in his eagerness to take it all in. It’s a gorgeous Spring day, the sky the same intense blue that he knows from home, which comforts him. There’s much here that looks almost familiar, but then so much that is new and strange to his eyes. The bustling station platform and winding streets beyond paved in cobblestones look much like home. There are vehicles ranging from small to very large, some with strange and unusual shapes of which he can only guess the purpose. But most surprising are the people. There is a crowd gathered, filled with men and women, some in what looks to be a military uniform, some in what must be the street clothes in this Land.

There are no robes. And not a single one of them is veiled.

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oscarseyebrow · 1 year

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as 2022 has come to an end, the fandoms family 🫰🫰discord server took part in a little ‘hall of fame’ event, in which they were encouraged to recommend their own work that they were proud of from this year, as well as recommending others they had enjoyed, too.

it was lovely to see so much positivity and praise for our fandoms and i’ve been very excited to share these with you! if you would like to get involved and join our server, please drop me a message and i can send you the invite link.

now, without further ado, i hope you enjoy these recommendations as much as we have! please remember to check all warnings listed on individual fics/artwork.

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Souls Heal Less Readily - @words-are-fireproof | Javier Pena x F Reader

The Favorite - @flightlessangelwings | Javier Peña x F Reader x Comandante Veracruz

Let Go - @flightlessangelwings | Joel Miller x F Reader

Notes on Tutoring - @honestly-shite | Dave York x F Reader

Adversity - @the-ginger-hedge-witch | Frankie x Ezra x F Reader

La Estrella de mi Vida - @flightlessangelwings | Javi Gutiérrez x F Reader Haalur - @words-are-fireproof | Din Djarin x F Reader

Enkindle - @oscarseyebrow | Din Djarin x F Reader

Fragments - @einno-arko | Din Djarin x F Reader

Seed Pearls - @zinzinina | Din Djarin x F Reader

Mutual - @the-scandalorian | Din Djarin x F Reader

Between The Wars - @mylifeisactuallyamess | General Hux x GN Reader

Upon the Throne - @saradika | Boba Fett x F Reader x Fennec Stand

You Make Me Feel Like Dancing - @eupheme | Obi-Wan x F Reader

Aphelion - @oscarseyebrow | Poe Dameron x F Reader

The Pink and Blue Ribbon - @the-little-ewok | Poe Dameron x F Reader

The Holiday - @dailyreverie | Poe Dameron x Reader

Homecoming - @astroboots | Frankie Morales x F Reader x Santiago Garcia

Mythos - @acourtofsnakes | Steven Grant/Marc Spector x F Reader

Undercurrent - @oscarseyebrow | Steven Grant/Marc Spector x F Reader

A Suitable Arrangement - @moon-kn1ght | Billy Russo x F Reader (x Frank Castle)

Yuánfèn - @writerwrites | Steve Rogers x Reader

Darkness At The Edge - @moon-kn1ght | Matt Murdock x F Reader

A Lizard Dog, A Banana Boat, And a Cassette Tape - @pumpkin-stars | Eddie Munson x Reader x Steve Harrington

Darkness At The End of My Love - @acourtofsnakes | Eddie Munson x Reader

Penny For Your Thoughts - @eupheme | Alfred Pennyworth x F Reader

It's Meant To Feel That Way - @writerwrites | Andy Barber x Reader

Reunion - @pumpkin-stars | Geralt of Rivia x GN Reader

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Steven Grant - @pumpkin-stars

Weeknights Frankie - @mjpens

Space Sisters - @manofbeskar

Din Djarin in the waters of Mandalore - @mjpens

Don't be afraid - @stealyourblorbos

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I absolutely love all of your fic recommendations. Thank you so much for this. Do you know of any fics, especially lesser known, where H &/or L have blue collar jobs? Construction, assembly line, mechanic, farming, etc? Thank you for your service to the fandom! 💝

Hi, darling. Oh, that’s a fun question. I think I can pull something together for you.

Ever Since I Tried Your Way by flowercrownfemme / @lesbianiconharrystyles (E, 26K) I loved everything about this fic, from the setting to the characterizations to the slow way Harry discovers himself and how Louis supports everything about him. It’s just beautifully written and wonderfully moving. Rancher Louis / eventual rancher Harry

An Invincible Summer by Brooklyn_Babylon / @twopoppies (E, 45K) this one is mine, I hope you like it. Farmer Harry / Temporary farm hand /author Louis

Never content to stay in one place for long, a few months down south researching for his novel seemed like an idyllic, slow-paced summer to Louis. He wasn’t ready for the blistering heat, the backbreaking work of watermelon picking, or how stifling the attitudes in rural Georgia would feel. And he definitely hadn’t anticipated falling in love with the farmer’s son.

The summer of 1946 would turn out to be everything worth writing about.

our little corner of the world by brownheadedstranger (E, 30K) This fic reads like original fiction in the best sort of way. The whole fic makes you feel like you’re stuck in the hot, dusty little town along with the boys. It’s beautifully written – slow and wistful – and I really need to re-read it now that I think of it! Line cook Harry / diner worker Louis.

The Road Less Travelled by freetheankles / @anymerrylilthought (E, 98K) Also known as “the lumberjack fic”, this fic is an instant classic. The author makes widowed Louis’ pain and depression so real and so moving. The characters are three-dimensional and complex and the well written sexual tension is finally relieved with super hot smut. Link is to a download. Lumberjack Louis

So Darling, Just Say You’ll Stay Right By My Side by supernope (E, 28K) Another fic I read too long ago to recall details of, and my rather unhelpful notes read, “LOVE! Slow build up, but so sexy!” So…here’s to trusting old me. I’m not too worried, this author is pretty sure bet. Chief of police Louis. Deputy Harry.

Divine Intervention by Awriterwrites / @a-writerwrites (E, 6K) This fic is short, but super sexy and bittersweet. Something about the way Louis is so gentle in it just gets to me. Building inspector Harry

where the tide takes you, I will follow by @pinkcords (E, 40K) First of all, I’m so happy this author is writing again! Second, everything about this was just lovely. The slow, dreamy tone of their writing fit the setting and the way Harry and Louis fell into each other so, so well. I love how descriptive their writing is without being flowery or pointless. The smut scenes were toe-curlingly sexy, and gave us beautiful insight into both of the boys. I just wanted to live inside this fic. Fish shack worker Louis

may we all have a vision now and then by momentofclarity / @gaycousinlarry (M, 4K) This author is one of my favorite writers in this fandom and everything they do is infused with so much delicacy and tenderness. I literally cried through this fic because of how wounded Harry’s character feels. Read it and then treat yourself to their whole AO3 catalogue. Trucker Louis

it’s time to find your wings again by we_are_the_same / @why-let-your-voice-be-tamed (T, 12K) I just loved the fairytale quality of this story––not cute and cuddly, but dark and curious and intense–– more like a Grimm fairytale. So unique and so worth reading. Prison guard Louis

Naked & Proud by kiwikero (E, 19K) Farmer Harry runs an organic store. Lust at first sight. Summer love. All sorts of good stuff in this really well-written story.

O’ Christmas Tree by @justalittlelouislove (M, 15K) I love this author’s writing and this one is just 100% wonderful fluff that still managed to make me cry! It’s sweet and charming and one of the very few kid fics I actually enjoyed. Christmas tree farmer Harry.

Lambing Season by @helloamhere (E, 26K) This is beautiful little emotional fic and it’s one of my favorites. If you’ve ever wanted to leave your shitty work environment, escape to an idyllic countryside, and find love along the way, read this one. Farmer Louis.

Coup de Foudre by angelwarm (M, 15K) The characters (particularly Louis) are pretty OOC, but god this fic is gorgeous. After I read it I just sat there not knowing what to do with myself. It’s sad and hopeful and just gorgeously written. Diner Worker Harry

Wild and Unruly by 100percentsassy, gloria_andrews / @gloriaandrews (E, 124K) One of the OG classics in this fandom. If you haven’t read it yet, you’re missing out. It’s just a great, original story. Plus, cowboy Harry, city boy Louis, bad guys to hate, nail biting drama, hot af sexual chemistry and smut, and a super satisfying ending. Rancher Harry.

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You might also check my Military AU fic rec for jobs like soldiers, engineers etc.

#Larry fic rec #my fic rec #blue collar workers

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Worst Idea Ever - Epilogue

Characters → Y/N & Bucky Barnes, Other Marvel Characters.

Series Summary → Wedding Season is brutal as it is but throw in two friends that decide to be each other’s plus ones and a mixed bag of feelings, what’s the worst that could happen?

Word Count → 340 words

Part Warnings → Fluff.

Beta → no beta // all mistakes are my own.

A/N → a little insight to where our couple are at a year down the line...

Series List // Masterlist

Previously in Part Eleven: Hand in hand, they made their way from the car park towards the barn and through the archway. Smiles adorned their faces and laughter erupted as friends greeted them with knowing smirks, winks, and hollers. This was the start of something new for them both, but they had each other. Someone they had adored and loved for over a decade. This might have turned out to be the best idea, ever.

Distant chatter followed by a sudden hush filtered from the room next door. The bouquet gripped tightly in her hand as stepped forward in time with the beautiful notes of the piano, hoping not to trip over in the elegant dress. Y/N raised her gaze from the wooden floor to see Bucky grinning at the top of the aisle, returning the smile with her own.

With each step, her confidence grew, and moments later, Y/N was standing beside Bucky and his hand laced through hers. She let out a breath and beamed at her gorgeous partner. His lips pressed to her temple in a delicate kiss.

Bucky whispered, “You did amazing, Doll.”

Y/N looked back down the aisle and tears began to well in her eyes at the beautiful sight of Wanda walking to meet her future husband, Victor, at the altar. The beaming smile that was sent from Wanda to Victor, a silent conversation of love and joy, warmed the hearts of the guests watching on.

Bucky and Sam stood side by side and couldn’t contain their laughter as they watched the group of women prepare for the bouquet toss. They scrambled and nudged until they were in prime position as Wanda threw the flowers behind her. Bucky held his breath as the flowers landed in Y/N’s outstretched hand.

Sam nudged him in the ribs and joked, “Best get that ring out of your sock drawer.”

Bucky rolled his eyes and tipped the bottle of beer to his lips, muttering, “It’s in a safer place than that.”

Y/N appeared before them, “what’s in a safe place?”

“Nothing for you to worry about doll,” Bucky handed her champagne flute back, “Nice catch.”

She shyly held the flowers up to her face, hiding her smile behind the delicate blooms. Bucky couldn’t have been more in love with this woman. He couldn’t wait until their weekend away to the mountains next month, to show you just how much.

His grandmother’s ring patiently waiting in the bedside drawer.

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SaiyanPrincessSwanie - Reading List Week 102

Welcome to Week 102

For the month of July I will adding new or small blogs to this list. This is in honor of hitting over 100 lists and 2 years of doing this. So please give these people your time like you would for well known/bigger blogs.

As always these will be listed in no particular order. None of these stories are mine. I’m just signal boosting them. Author is listed next to title. My goal is to signal boost writers and spread positivity in the community. 💜💜

Click HERE to see what I will or won’t read. This is very important.

Click HERE for past reading lists.

My Masterlist click HERE

Please make sure you are reading the warnings on every story. They range from dark to fluff. Do Not Read if you are under 18 years old.These stories are meant for adults only. You’re responsible for your own media consumption.

Page-break by @whimsicalrogers & Header by @chaotictarlos

If you can, please reblog these lists so they can reach more people on Tumblr.

I love you 3000 💜 Missy

Civil War Brooklyn - Chp 9 - (Steve x Reader x Bucky) - @saiyanprincessswanie

Chrome & Leather - Chp 12 - (Billy x Reader, former Steve x Reader) - @/saiyanprincessswanie

Mafia Pet - (Zemo x Reader) - @animnerd

My Little Princessa - (Zemo x Reader) - @/animnerd

Interrogation - (Ari x Reader) - @astheskycries

Risky - (Ari x Reader) - @/astheskycries

Incessantly - (Bucky x Reader) - @buckysbruni

Someday - Part 1 - Part 2 - @buckys-bbarnes

Having a bad day/take it out on Bucky - @/buckysbruni

Make Me Think Twice (1) - (Winter Soldier x Reader) - @cryptidcasanova

Heathens - (Bucky x Reader) - @/cryptidcasanova

day one - (winter soldier x Reader) - @sgt-seabass

Slip of the Tongue - (Bucky x Reader) - @jobean12-blog

Ransom Undelivered - (Bucky x Reader) - @lovelyavengers

Not Lovers - (Bucky x Reader) - @/lovelyavengers

Saturday Mornings - (Bucky Barnes x Reader) - @delaber

Love is a Dagger - (Loki Laufeyson) - @/delaber

Worthy of Heaven - (Ari x Reader) - @maladaptivexxdaydreaming

To the Moon and Stars and Back Again - (Chris x Reader) - @denisemarieangelina

I Never Knew - (Chris x Reader) a @/denisemarieangelina

Fireworks - @writercole

Birthday - (Steve x Reader) - @nekoannie-chan

The Birdcage - Chp 5 - @caffiend-queen

Ain't No Sunshine - (Steve x Reader) - @writerwrites

Taken Care Of - (Frank C x Reader) - @fictional-affairs

Chores - (Bucky x Reader) - @/fictional-affairs

I Choose You - (Steve x Reader) - @fluffycutecevans

New Venture - (Frank x Reader) - @/fluffycutecevans

Alpha Andy Handcuffed - @ghotifishreads

A Canary to Bring My Message Home - (Curtis x Reader) - @/ghotifishreads

Happy Birthday Steve - @/animnerd

Shirt - (Steve x Reader) - @/nekoannie-chan

Blue Moon - Chp 1 - Chp 2 - (Stucky x Reader) - @lfaewrites

Sounds of Silence - (Dean x Reader) - @jensengirl83

Will You Still Love Me - (Dean x Reader) - @/jensengirl83

Little Spiderbro - @justalonelyslytherin

Big Sister (to the) Rescue - (Steve x Reader) - @/justalonelyslytherin

Language - (Steve x Reader) - @late-to-the-party-81

Yes, Daddy. Thank you, Daddy - (Frank C x Reader x Ari) - @/late-to-the-party-81

Shed My Skin: The Story of Polaris - Chp 1 - Chp 2 - @leiamorgainedelalunewriter

Chamomile Tea - (Andy x Reader) - @lexivass

The Stove Situation - (Ari x Reader) - @/lexivass

Omega on strike - (Ransom x Reader) - @holylulusworld

Mercy - (Jake “hangman” x Reader) - @/writercole

Home Run Romance - 1 - (Nat x Reader) - @lovelyavengers

SUSPICIONS - (Steve x Reader) - @/nekoannie-chan

The Perfect Fit - (Bucky x Reader) - @jobean12-blog

Grandma's recipe - (Steve x Reader) - @/nekoannie-chan

I Really Love Being Your Friend (Epilogue) - (Bucky x Reader) - @tuiccim

Gone, Baby Part 6 - (Lloyd x Reader) - @wayward-blonde

The dutiful - Part 1 - Part 2 - (Lloyd x Reader) - @misguidedasgardian

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drowning in your love - (Winter Soldier x Reader) - @bonky-n-steeb

Battle - (Steve x OFC) - @/nekoannie-chan

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A One Direction fic rec of fics where at least one of the main characters has trust issues as requested in this ask. If you enjoy the fics, please leave kudos and comments for the writers! You can find my other fic recs here. Happy reading!

🌊 Love After the End of the World by @mercurial-madhouse

(E, 162k, dystopian) When staying alive is already a constant battle, the deadliest weakness is to be in love. For Harry and Louis, finding each other sits on top of the endless list of What Else Could Go Wrong.

🌊 Saving Symphony Hall by @helloamhere

(E, 124k, omegaverse) “That’s the attitude,” said Louis, “I’ll tell you tomorrow. Tonight, I need to do some research. Zayn, give me your number. I’m gonna save our symphony.”

🌊 And What If I Were You by jacaranda_bloom / @jacaranda-bloom

(E, 109k, famous/not famous) For Louis, will losing his sight give him the clarity to realise what is right in front of him? For Harry, will losing the love of his life give him the strength to finally open his heart? And can they find their way back, before they lose each other forever?

🌊 Say Something by @kingsofeverything

(E, 105k, age difference) At fifty years old and recently divorced, Omega Harry Styles isn't interested in dating. When his doctor suggests a heat and rut matching service, he signs up out of necessity. It’s the only use he has for an Alpha in his life.

🌊 Emperor's New Clothes by sunsetmog / @magicalrocketships

(E, 92k, famous/not famous) Harry’s a pop star and Louis isn’t, and there’s a non-disclosure agreement where there used to be a relationship.

🌊 One More Taste of Your Lips by @canadianlarrie, MsHydeStylinson / @mizzhydes

(E, 80k, canon) It had been eight years since the hiatus began, and Louis had spent that time writing and recording music, touring and making it safely through the pandemic. When the opportunity arose to go back on tour with One Direction, Louis knew he'd be a fool not to take it.

🌊 I Walk the Line by Awriterwrites / @a-writerwrites

(E, 55k, uni) Professor Louis Tomlinson is the leading researcher in his field. Harry Styles is Louis’ recently hired grad assistant. Sparks fly between them but something doesn’t add up when it comes to Harry, and Louis is determined to find out what.

🌊 where the lights are beautiful (series) by twoshipsdrifting / @polkadotlou

(E, 48k, omegaverse) the accidental bonding a/b/o fic.

🌊 To Be Loved and To Be In Love by RealName

(M, 34k, First Dates au) Louis Tomlinson is a thirty-year-old divorcee whose friends have signed him up for the Channel 4 show First Dates. Harry Styles is a twenty-eight-year-old lawyer who has never been in a long-term relationship.

🌊 Compass to my Soul by LadyLondonderry / @londonfoginacup

(T, 31k, omegaverse) Louis Tomlinson, omega, is 1/5 of world famous boy band One Direction. He spends his time hoping his bandmates don’t notice him.

🌊 A Road To Something Better by @taggiecb

(E, 25k, small town) Louis Tomlinson, famous romance novelist, has just had the rug pulled out from under his feet when his boyfriend leaves him without notice. What's the most appropriate response to this? Move a thousand miles away and seclude himself in a tiny lake town, of course.

🌊 I Don't Wanna Fall Asleep by therogueskimo / @bravetemptation

(NR, 23k, exes) AU where Harry has trouble sleeping unless he’s wrapped in Louis’ arms. Louis left him 4 years ago.

🌊 let your lights shine by hazkaban

(M, 22k, football) AU where Louis is a faded professional footballer (soccer player) whose career is nearly ruined by an injury. Harry's his physiotherapist.

🌊 Might’ve Took The Long Way by LiveLaughLoveLarry / @loveislarryislove

(M, 21k, exes to lovers) Now Harry is back in town, and no matter how many times Louis tells himself they can’t be together, they keep falling right back into each other.

🌊 He Was a Different League (When I Was Nothing Much) by @afangirlfantasy

(NR, 21k, Marcel) an AU where finding that 'someone new' actually leads to finding that 'someone old,' and Marcel is painfully oblivious.

🌊 A Small Matter (A Matter of Trust) by @kingsofeverything

(E, 18k, tiny penis fic) Harry knows he and his Grindr hookup would be perfect together, if only he could convince him to give a relationship a chance.

🌊 Once The Dark Divides by zanni_scaramouche / @zanniscaramouche

(E, 14k, bdsm) Louis finds out his childhood best friend is a Dom and somehow convinces him it's a good idea to learn about the world of kink with a hands on lesson

🌊 A Silver Lining In A Storm (You Were Lightning, I Was Born) by @fallinglikethis

(E, 6k, omegaverse) after the death of his first fiancé, a man who turned out far worse than Harry thought possible, his subsequent marriage to the man's brother leaves Harry finding it difficult to trust that everything will work out.

- Rare Pairs -

🌊 Bloom by LadyAJ_13 / @ladyaj-13

(T, 28k, Louis/Liam) In early 1970s Oxford, Detective Sergeant Louis Tomlinson has to deal with the dual pressures of a case that hits too close to home, and the arrival of new colleague Liam Payne.

🌊 One by @allwaswell16

(E, 4k, Louis/Tommy Shelby) When omega Louis Tomlinson becomes pregnant after an unexpected encounter, he decides his only option is to flee his pack. But Tommy Shelby, pack alpha of the Peaky Blinders, might not be willing to let him go so easily.

🌊 When We Hold On (To the Past) by YesIsAWorld / @louandhazaf

(E, 3k, Zayn/Louis) Zayn could drop the subject and keep fucking him, keep the strings from getting attached, pretend that they weren’t getting closer than Louis was comfortable with. Or Zayn could choose the opposite path—which he did.

#ficrec #1dficvillage #trackinghome #trackinghappily #hlcreators #ficsfor4am

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It’s Meant to Feel That Way | Part II

Pairing: Andy Barber x Reader

Summary: Two strangers in a grocery store are brought together by a little boy determined to make them a family.

Word Count: 2.9K

Warnings: Fluff, Defending Jacob non-canon ending, brief mention of grief/child loss, brief mention of absentee parent

Series Masterlist . Complete Masterlist

“Daddy!” The squeal and giggles, the scampering of unsteady small feet across the hardwood floor to the front door, and the dino-pajama clad little guy with sunflowers in his eyes on the other side of the screen door were all a familiar and heart wrenching attack on Andy’s senses. Familiar and heart wrenching, not just because it reminded him of Jacob, but because he’d been over every night for two weeks and found himself looking forward to this moment knowing that at some point it would end. That was the one constant in his life, good things ending.

“Hey, Bubba. Remember, we don’t open the door. Wait for your mah, okay?” You rounded the corner quickly, drying your hands on a corgi printed apron Andy hadn’t seen yet. You quickly caught up with your son as he was getting restless. The toddler smiled up at Andy and you were shaking your head ready to apologize as you pushed the door open. He was quick to take the words from your lips. “Don’t apologize, sweetheart. There’s something really nice about someone being excited to see me at the end of the day.”

“Hey, Bubba. You been a good boy today?” Shutting the door behind the boys you let out a single shaky breath as your heart seemed to strain at the mere sight of these two getting on like they’ve known each other their whole lives. It didn’t matter one bit to Andy that AJ was still calling him Daddy and by the fourth dinner visit you’d noticed how quickly the lawyer would cut you off when you were about to apologize again. It was the banter between your son and Andy that pulled you from your thoughts. “Mmhm, I knew it. Tell me about it.”

You didn’t mind the extra pair of hands as Andy followed you back to the kitchen with your son wrapped up in his arms. AJ was babbling in broken and mixed up words about what he’d been up to today, but he was finally at the age where the general message was decipherable. Noticing Andy had cleaned the dish, you packed it away before pulling out plates for dinner. Realizing the little nook table would finally get some use beyond craft time with AJ made you smile. “You made it just in time. I was finishing up the chicken tikka masala.” Your cheeks went warm as you confessed, “I don’t know how to make naan bread, but I made focaccia. AJ doesn’t know the difference, but I hope that’s okay with you?”

Andy’s blue gaze moved away from your son’s face to yours after AJ went quiet, distracted with the knot of the lawyer’s tie. “You’re spoiling me and asking me if that’s okay?” His eyebrow went up as if he was testing you and you turned away to hide how flustered that made you. Silverware, napkins, cups… you repeated in your head as you tried to control your heart that seemed to go into a rage of flutters every time he looked at you. “Need some help with that?” His voice was low and quiet, right at the shell of your ear and sending a shiver down your spine.

You didn’t trust yourself to speak, so you offered him a small nod. Andy gave AJ a quick let’s be good helpers speech to which your son gave an enthusiastic ‘otay’ complete with a jumping fist in the air hop as soon as his small feet touched the kitchen floor. Passing the boys a few things the table was set and the food plated. This was becoming your favorite part of the evening, when Andy tried something new you made and AJ, did his best to copy his table manners. You’d learned that it was a good thing that you always made too much because the lawyer seemed to love every bite of your food and while AJ wasn’t picky, he rarely finished a plate before Andy came along. Tonight though, the second Andy started eating, a long deep-throated groan came from him, sending a shiver through your body. Your eyes went wide as you drank in the warmth coloring his cheeks. You didn’t even realize you were biting your bottom lip, eyes locked on Andy’s until AJ gave out a long, “yummmmmm,” with his cheeks so packed with food he looked like a chipmunk.

The table burst out in laughter and AJ smiled triumphantly as he blinked and nodded at you and Andy simultaneously telling him to take smaller bites. While the pair of you had typically talked about work or weekend plans, there had undeniably been something in the way you looked at each other tonight and it kept each of you quiet aside from asking AJ questions. That was until everyone finished and you got up to do the dishes. “You always cook, so please let me clean, sweetheart.”

With AJ’s hands and face wiped off and a quickly muttered ‘good job’ over the small miracle that he hadn’t dumped food on his pajamas, you set the toddler down. “Won’t dishwashing be a little hard for you with that?” You pointed to AJ who bolted straight for Andy, already tugging on the man’s slacks begging to be picked up. “I don’t mind doing dishes and I want to pack your lunch for tomorrow anyways.”

AJ was getting fussy, feeling ignored because Andy was giving you that look again. “Okay. C’mon, Bubba.” The toddler was already talking about blocks and dinosaurs, clearly eager for Andy to join him in the living room for a post-dinner play time to wind down for the night like they always did. With the simple gesture of a tug on his tie, AJ’s fingers went straight back to the knot in the tie, and the toddler went quiet with a new distraction. “Sweetheart, I’ve come over on days I work and days I don’t. This is what I’ve looked forward to every day since we met… and if I’m being completely honest with myself, it’s been a really long time since I looked forward to anything.”

You looked up from the stove, where you were packing Andy’s lunch. There wasn’t a single part of you that wanted this to end. It wasn’t just about AJ and how happy this man made your son, though that was definitely the catalyst, but Andy gave you friendship you didn’t realize you were lacking. The realization that you wanted it to be more than a friendship had only happened in little moments like the groan at the dinner table tonight and, even then, you were eager to chalk your physical reaction up to a long stint of celibacy. “But?”

Andy knew you were giving him a doorway to keep talking, he’d noticed how your gaze had fogged over and then suddenly your shoulders tensed and you swallowed at nothing before you said that one word. He wanted to ask you where you went when you spaced out like that, but he’d talked himself up to this conversation three days in a row and wanted to be honest with you. Hoping that you’d give him the opportunity to ask you plenty of questions with time. “But I need to be honest with you. I’ve thought about dinners out, seeing you dolled up at an office cocktail party where we leave early because the babysitter says AJ won’t go to bed. I’ve thought about you and wondered what you’re up to and if you’re having a good day, all day, every day. Yeah, I love coming ho-,” Andy paused his grand speech to ask you to give whatever this was a real shot upon realizing he’d almost said home.

When had you stopped moving around the kitchen and turned all your attention to him? When had you closed the gap between yourself and the boys? When had you plucked up the courage to stand on the tips of your toes and kiss this man? You were smiling against his lips, lips that froze for less than a fraction of a second, before they were kissing you back, lips that were also breaking into a smile. Warmth spread through you as Andy’s free hand wrapped around your waist and pulled him to his side, but as quickly as it happened it was over because AJ was laughing, full belly giggles echoing through the kitchen. “What’s so funny, Bubba?” You sighed, looking between the boys with their nearly identical eyes.

“I wanna get kissies too!” AJ’s lips were already puckered, waiting for some love.

Andy and you made eye contact and at the same time, the pair of you swooped in claiming a cheek each, showering the little guy in dozens of noisy smooches until he was laughing so hard it sounded like he couldn’t catch his breath. “I love you, Bubba.” You whispered, stroking his soft cheek but as soon as you said those three little words, your son’s gaze moved expectantly to Andy.

With a sigh, Andy looked down at the little guy, not even hesitating, though you caught that familiar hint of sadness in his gaze. “I love you, Bubba.”

Watching your son squeal with delight and throw his arms around Andy’s shoulders, it wasn’t lost on you that it was the first time Andy had said that to AJ. You didn’t doubt he meant it. Your son was full on, but so open hearted that it was even more impossible to think Andy didn’t mean what he’d said. Before the pair of you could think about the exchange too long, AJ was already squirming and chatting. “Daddy, can we play now?”

You gave Andy a reassuring nod, “We can keep talking after b-e-d-t-i-m-e.”

You were exhausted, flopping onto the love seat with a hand rubbing your still-full tummy as you laughed at the boys on the floor. It didn’t bother you that your rug was one of those town rugs for a kids playroom, especially now when you couldn’t think of moving and AJ was happily distracted playing with his toy cars, driving them along the winding roads. Only now AJ had Andy swooping in with dinosaurs, stomping the cars with dramatic roars. This place had always been so full of happy memories and laughter, but with Andy there you were completely aware of what your son had been missing. The kitchen was now spotless as you’d scrubbed away all the worries from the conversation that was left unfinished. Worries that while you were happy for AJ that your own feelings could be unrequited.

Andy hadn’t been keeping track of the time, he’d gotten into this dinner-play-bedtime stories-and goodbyes routine. AJ was having a blast and Andy’s head was on that expectant gaze and the easy but complicated I love you he’d given the little guy. He missed his son every day and while the first few visits here had made him worry that he was trying to fill that familial void he was quickly realizing this was just what moving on felt like. Like all kids, it was easy to find similarities between Jacob and AJ, but one thing Andy loved most about these visits was learning about this unique little guy with his big heart and abundance of curiosities. Every day the toddler wanted to be something different when he grew up and every night you told him about it. Later and later, the pair of you chatted and so it really shouldn’t have surprised him that when AJ yawned and he went to suggest that it was bedtime, you were fast asleep on the love seat.

A yawning AJ gave your nose a wet goodnight kiss before he let Andy scoop him up to head to bed. The short walk upstairs and the broad swipes of Andy’s palm on his back put him to sleep before his tuck in. Clicking on the rocketship nightlight and cracking the door, pausing to look back at the sleepy head and those steady breaths. A part of him wondered how this kid could have known this family was the happiness he’d been missing in his life. Either way, he was eternally grateful for it. Andy turned on the light in the hall and made his way downstairs where you were stretching before nuzzling back into the couch cushions. “Did I wake you up on the stairs?”

His voice was soft, but loud enough to make you wake up. You rubbed your eyes and reached for your phone, checking the time. “I think the late nights finally caught up with me. It’s not even that far past his bedtime.” You sat up, looking at Andy still in his work clothes. “Did you still want to talk or do you need to head out for the night?”

The lawyer crossed the living room slowly, kneeling in front of you and studying your sleepy disheveledness. It reminded him of the exasperated expression you’d worn in the grocery store when he first met you and his heart twisted with concern that he was causing you any anxiety. He kept his voice low and soft, a nervous smile on his lips. “You kissed me tonight.”

Maybe it was because you weren’t fully awake, but you couldn’t help but admire the smile on his lips. You had seen how out of practice that little gesture had been on his face two weeks ago. Now it slipped in and out with frequency, each one feeling like a little gift. As if your brain had short circuited, you reached out and drew your thumb across his lips. “You kissed me back.”

He hummed in acknowledgement, kissing the pad of your thumb before taking your hand in his. “I meant everything I said tonight, sweetheart. AJ may have decided that I should be here, you may have decided I could keep coming back, but both of you are the reason I can’t stay away.” Andy’s pulse was racing, trying to push away the negative thoughts of all the possible ways this conversation could play out where it resulted in his loneliness. It was why he’d taken three days to get it out, fear of his affection being unrequited coupled with a fear that he was being selfish, refusing to express his emotions until he was certain that he wasn’t imprinting the regrets of the family he lost on the family he’d found.

“Andy, we may have gone about this backwards.” You felt his hand pull back from yours and you squeezed it and held on. “But, you’re a part of our family. AJ chose you to be his hero and… you both agreed to be his dad.” You saw how that comment made him really smile and yours mirrored it as you recalled how fruitless the effort had been to get AJ to call Andy anything but ‘Daddy’ and how easily he fit into that role without a single ounce of pretense. “Andy, I’m too busy and, frankly, too old to call anyone my boyfriend.” He let out a soft chuckle and you both relaxed a little, his thumb just brushed over your knuckles as he waited to let you finish. “I’m in if you’re in. We’ll figure it out,” It being the two houses, getting to know each other, parenting, and even meeting her parents. Somehow, you knew in your gut, like AJ had, that you could trust him. “If we’re what you want then all you have to do is stay.”

Looking from you to your intertwined hands, Andy recalled how immutable relationships had felt throughout his life. Laurie had broken down some of his walls but not enough to change him or get him to fully open up. His love of Jacob was the one thing that changed him, but Andy still kept his secrets and in hindsight, he was fully aware that even that relationship never had the opportunity to fully grow. The flicker of grief flashed across his face and you cupped his bearded jaw in your free hand, anchoring him back to the present. He turned his face into your palm, inhaling the now familiar scent of the lotion you always put on after doing dishes. Immediately, he felt himself relax a bit. “Are the leftovers in the fridge or did you leave ‘em on the counter?”

“Fridge.” Your voice was a whisper as you wondered if this meant he was choosing to leave. You’d noticed the familiar shift in his demeanor that came with reminders of his past, and when he turned into your palm you’d wondered if he was simply trying to look away from you to feel less guilty. A part of you was trying to coax yourself back into a calm state by saying that if he took the leftovers with him that meant he’d come back and you could adjust your feelings accordingly.

“All right, good.” Andy stood up, still holding your hand, but not before pausing to press his lips to the crease in your forehead as he attempted to sooth away your worries. “You’re exhausted, let’s go to bed, sweetheart. We’ll figure out the rest.”

A/N: So, readers, what do you think? Is two weeks too fast for Andy and his sweetheart? Is this a good idea or the worst idea ever? What’s going down in this bedroom tonight? Most importantly: Should I continue with a Part III or are you happy with this stopping where it’s at? Because I may already have some of a part 3 written.

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