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callmemana · 11 months

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All Grown Up:

Summary: The Kazansky and Kerner’s watch their daughters graduate from High School.

🚨warnings🚨: fluff, soft Slider and Iceman moments.

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In honor of our baby Mousey graduating HS in a few weeks!

It was a hot afternoon in May on the Miramar base that the Kazansky family were currently stationed at.

Ice and Dragon couldn’t be more proud of their daughters as the couple and the Kerner’s sat by one another to watch this big moment in their children’s lives.

The tight friendship between their parents had been carried on to the Kazansky sisters and the Kerner girl.

When both women were told that they had a low chance to have a baby, it pained them to know that they wouldn’t be able to experience the same things as other couples on the base.

But by what seems like a wish upon a shooting star, within a month of each other, Rachael and Jade found out that they were pregnant.

Tom and Ron were very helpful during the pregnancies and tried to be there for every appointment and when the men couldn’t, the women would be each others support systems.

They were all thankful for this day, the girls because they could finally follow in their parents footsteps and join the Navy and the couples because it showed that their babies were growing up.

The girls were all dressed in their official Navy Officer uniforms, hair slicked back in the mandatory bun, and the Navy chords laying on the back of their necks.

Nerves shot up their backs as they waited in the line before walking out to the football stadium that held the awaiting parents.

Baylie Kazansky, the eldest, started the hand holding train with the two other girls behind her. As the leader, she made sure to care for the younger two.

Raven was in the middle and the youngest of the group, the older girls protected her at all cost and wouldn’t let anyone hurt their Mousey.

Last but not least, was Amanda Kerner. The only child of Slider and Whiskey, but saw the Kazansky’s as her second family.

All the girls had ‘graduated’ in the second semester of the school year and gone to bootcamp between then and now.

Today made it official and would get their diplomas that they worked so hard for during the four years of high school they finished.

The music started and the line moved to the door, one by one all the students came outside and sat in order, just like they practiced earlier in the day.

A speech was made by the Salutatorian before the Principal and the Vice Principal made their own.

A moment of silence was announced for the Military members present and who had passed then the Valedictorian made his speech.

More time passed before the Principal started to call the names of students.

As the last of the surnames that started with J’s were called up to the stage, Baylie buzzed with excitement and squeezed Raven’s hand, who in which returned it and did the same to Amanda.

“Baylie Ann Kazansky,” Mr. Simpson called and with one last squeeze, Bay started her walk to the stairs that attached to the stage.

Thinking quickly she jumped in the air on the last step and did a little heel click, a smile on her face after she stuck the landing.

She heard the shouts of her family as she shook her Principal and the Vice Principal’s hand as she held the diploma and the photographer took the picture.

At the end of the stairs stood a junior who handed her a red carnation with a silver ribbon tied in a bow around the stem.

She was just barely to her seat before her sister was called. “Raven Alice Kazansky-Fischer.” Mouse, as her nickname suggests, shyly took the stage and did the same as the many students before her.

Seeing her older sister cause chaos, just like her mother and aunt would’ve done, decided to also do something.

So, with a half-assed plan created, she slid down the bannister and almost fell on her face.

Amanda Kerner was known for being clumsy, often falling over her own feet, so why would today be any different.

“Amanda Louise Kerner.” She stood up and started to make her way to the stage, glancing up into the bleachers to find her family. Once she did, she gave a small smile and held her head up high.

When she was on the last step she missed and almost fell flat on her face, but at the last second saved herself.

Amanda started to laugh and her face heated up a little embarrassed about the whole thing as she walked up to the Principal and copy the hundreds before her.

After she had her carnation in hand, made her way back to her seat as the next student was announced.

The three girls scooted the chairs closer and held hands again, this time their achievements in the other as they all waited for the rest of the students to be called.

Ron and Jade both could see her body move with giggles and her face flushed a light pink as their daughter took the diploma.

Tom lightly smacked Ron’s shoulder as he laughed at his niece.

The Kerner parents have no idea where their daughter’s clumsiness comes from, both steady on land and in air, but they always had a good laugh about it.

Often making jokes and sharing the moments with Tom and Rachael.

Both couples did this with their children and the hilarious memories that would forever be remembered.

It only took seconds before the laughter turned into tears as they cheered or whistled for their children.

Proud was not the word that could describe this experience, because they all felt like that wasn’t the right one to use.

Both couples felt more than proud for their children, but didn’t know if there was a word to explain how much.

After the last student was called, another speech was made and then the Principal said the sentence that the girls and the couples were waiting for, “Please give a round of applause for the graduating class of 2017! You may move the tassel from the right to the left!”

One by one starting from the closest to the stage, all the lines of students started to exit and were free to find their families.

Ron, being the tall giraffe man that he is, spotted the girls first and guided the others to the recent graduates.

He didn’t wait for his daughter to see him, immediately pulling her into a bear hug and squeezing tighter when he feels her jump, a chuckle vibrates through his chest.

He knows that she realizes who it is after the chuckle, and turns around in his arms to hug him back.

Jade joins not too long afterwards, wanting the father and daughter to have a moment just for them.

Soon Ron lets go for the same reason as his wife, a special moment shared between a mother and a daughter.

More tears are shed as the embrace continues before Jade eventually brakes it, too choked up for words.

Ron stands in front of his little baby, tears gathering at his eyes as he looks at her in the Navy Dress Blues and sees a younger version of her mother.

He lightly punches her chin and whispers, “Here’s looking at you kid.” Amanda sniffles, tears threatening to fall again as she softly punches his chest, “Here’s looking at you dad.”

Ron pulls her into another hug, wanting this moment to freeze in time.

The Kazansky’s are too lost in their own little world to pay attention to the Kerner’s.

Baylie, the daddy’s girl she is, runs to Tom first. His callsign might be ‘Iceman’ but right now, his ice cold persona is gone for his beautiful daughters.

He pulls away slightly and kisses her forehead, “Come home to me, Bay.”

Baylie reaches up to her father’s forehead barely in her tippy-toes, gives him a soft head-butt and whispers back, “Always.”

He doesn’t stop the tears, nor would he want to. Both crying freely as they hug each other tight.

“You’re tarnishing the Iceman name, you know.” She chuckles.

“Right now Bay, I could care less about that, not while I have you in my arms.”

A short amount of time passes before Raven is in his arms.

“Keep me in your heart,” Tom murmurs into her hair.

“Keep me in your mind,” Raven replied into his chest as she squeezed him impossibly tight, knocking the breath from his lungs.

He doesn’t want to ever let go, so blessed to have a moment like this to share and remember as the years go by.

He never thought he’d get to experience his children’s birth, so he was beyond happy to see them graduate.

Rachael lays her cheek against Raven’s head as the two hug, tears falling from her eyes to the young woman’s hair.

Raven was in no better shape than her mother, tears running down her face as they hugged.

After a couple of minutes went by, seeing that Bay and Tom were finishing their little father-daughter moment, she reluctantly let go. “I’m beyond proud of you my little Mouse.” “I’m proud to be your daughter, biological or not.”

Rachael couldn’t hold the gates and started to cry again, but soon was hugged by her eldest. “You know that we’ll always be your little girls right?”

Rachael petted Bay’s hair, followed by a kiss, “I know, I know. It’s just hard to believe that our babies are so grown up.”

Bay didn’t respond, just squeezed her tighter. All the words needed exchanged between them through the embrace.

The memory etched into her minds eye forever.

Individual family moments over, the two families came together and celebrated the girls’ graduation with hugs and ‘I’m so proud of you’s.’

They all took turns taking pictures of each families before asking someone passing by to take a group.

With that done, they all hopped into their cars and headed over to Top Gun where their Aunts and Uncles were gathered and ready to see the Graduates.

When they arrived they were all bombarded with open arms, food and drinks, and ‘congratulations!’

The girls could tell by the warmth and smiles that these strong and brave men and women they’ve known their whole lives were just as proud as their parents.

The girls knew that their support system was always going to be there for every accomplishment they go through and couldn’t be more happy by that fact.

And as the years go by, more and more memories were created and photographed so they could all look back and relive the moments and the feelings they all shared.

Birdie’s Basket🧺: @dragon-kazansky @mrsjaderogers @bayisdying @starlit-epiphany @gracespicybradshaw

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callmemana · 1 year

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Arms Wide Open, Catch Me If I Fall Masterlist:

Robert ‘Bob’ Floyd x Amanda ‘Birdie’ Hallett

Warnings: angst & fluff

Before the urgent mission and being sent back to Top Gun, Bob had a girlfriend. The key word being ‘had.’ When he initially received the orders back, he thought of two outcomes; one he’d get orders afterwards to go to another base & 2 he’d die during. He couldn’t put that on her, his Bird. So, before the long distance relationship could happen, he ended it. He didn’t want her to have to morn him if he did die while flying this mission, so he decided to break her heart. He didn’t tell her why, she understood the risks of his job, she too was a pilot. But, after the mission was successful, he turned from his happy go lucky self the others began to love, to a gloomy, depressed state. The other aviators pressed him for weeks before he finally gave in and told them about his ‘Birdie’ and how he made a mistake. Hearing a little bit of Bob’s story, they started to do anything and everything to try and get orders for this ‘Birdie’ to San Diego. Will their meddling help mend these lovebirds?

1. If You Love Something, Set It Free

2. Before The Storm

3. Beautiful In Flight

4. Birdie’s Eye View

5. Home In The Sky (TW)

6. When You Bathe, Would You Call That A Bird Bath? (TW)

7. A Little Birdie Told Me

8. Birds Of A Feather

9. Caged Birds Don’t Sing

10. Isn’t That, Like, Cannibalism?

11. The Early Bird

12. Of Songbirds & Love

13. A Place I’ve Always Loved

14. Repeat My Song Back To Me

15. Beneath My Wings

16. Soaring Into My Open Arms

17. Landing On My Feet

18. Taking Flight

19. Two Birds, One Stone

20. Forever? Forever.

Meet Birdie:

Meet Cinco:

Meet Dragon:

Meet Lucky:

Meet Mouse:

Meet Spicy:

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callmemana · 8 months

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Arms Wide Open, Catch Me If I Fall:

Chapter 5: Home In The Sky

Word Count: 3k+

Dual POV story (Birdie & Bob {please message me if the POV switch isn’t detectable and I’ll figure out a way to show that its switched between the characters})

🚨Warnings: inaccurate Naval descriptions, angst and floof. Mentions of Depression, suicide, drunkards, abuse, and religious views. Please if you suffer from depression talk to someone. I’m always here if you need an ear! 💛

A/N: dividers by @sligheach-sidhe , cover by me ( @callmemana ).

A/N 2: This is very personal to me and something that my family has gone through. I know that not very many people have the support system I had growing up and had people to talk to about the importance of mental health. It’s not something to joke about or not take seriously.

A/N 3: this is part 1 of 2, the next chapter will be a continuation. 💛 check out LP for more info on ‘Katie’!

It had been a couple of weeks and Amanda had finally settled into the Dagger Squad and San Diego and met the rest of the ‘Chaos Squad’ and the Daggers’ Aviator Mamas, Rachael Dragon Kazansky and Jade Whiskey Kerner.

Birdie met Whiskey when one day after Bird had just got home from walking Ozzy. Mickey and Baylie forgot that they had a guest and were being loud in the bedroom.

She didn’t stay long after the loud moans could be heard around the house.

So, with wanting to get away and let the newly-weds have their alonetime Bird went to the library. She was in the romance books when she literally ran into Commander Jade Whiskey Kerner.

“I’m so sorry Commander, I didn’t mean to run into you.” she rushed as she moved aside.

The older woman just laughed and they both sat down together and talked for hours until Bay called and asked where she’d gone.

Bird had gotten to know the other squad members and formed a good bond with all of them. Bo and her started to mend the relationship slowly but surely.

We were laughing and joking every once in a while and Bird started to call him Bo instead of Robert again here and there, which she could tell made his smile wider if possible.

She wanted to be able to trust him full-heartily, but he betrayed that in Lemoore and it would take work and effort on both sides to see this be mended to what it was.

Bird was willing and she could tell he was too, but how long will it last before he loses his temper or decides that he can’t go through it again.

They were on a team now and from what she’s been told, Bay and Mickey were on the Uranium mission and are better than ever, so why did he push her away?

Robert and her could be half way done with the wedding planning by now, she could’ve sent the ‘Save The Date’ cards to their families and friends and she’d have her dress already.

She’d have a dress, a wedding dress that would take his breath away and make him cry from Birdie’s beauty and her father would walk her down the aisle, tears in his eyes as he gives his only daughter to the man she loved.

Hailey and Heather would be Maid of Honor and a Bride’s Maid, standing by her side as Bo and her said their vows and exchanged rings.

Bird had this imagine in her mind since she said “Yes!” all those months ago when everything was happy and great.

After the first week of being in the Dagger Squad and already tired of Hangman and Rooster’s constant bitching and competitiveness, Birdie went to the closest Walmart and bought a Disney Princess kids’ dress up set.

The next day, Birdie went onto base and put the tiara in her locker and as soon as either of the boys started to bitch about who was the best of the group.

She asked for them to wait as she grabbed it and hid the plastic crown behind her back as she walked back in.

When she revealed the tiara, everyone was confused, but the looks on their faces quickly turned into smiles and laughter as Bird placed it on Roos’ head and said, “You have been crowned the Bitch of the Day. As you see fit My Majesty.” and bowed.

All the aviators, except Bob, took turns slamming their hands and fists onto the top of her helmet.

Most of them were nice, but Baylie was the most ruthless, always making sure that Birdie could feel the vibrations through the helmet.

Birdie new that once Bo got comfortable again, he’d be the nicest one, but until then, Mickey was.

Fanboy saw her as a little sister and always made sure that Bird was treated nicely when he was around.

After a month of being a guest in the Garcia’s house, seeing, learning, and hearing things that new friends shouldn’t, Birdie had put in a request for a on-base house and is currently waiting for an opening.

She had been to the Hard Deck and met Penny, Amelia, and Grace, but preferred to be called her honorary callsign; Spicy.

The girls of the Dagger Squad, Grace and Alana, and Rachael and Jade became a squad of their own, known around the base and off as the Chaos Squad.

This little grouping of chaotic women didn’t help Bird’s nonexistent relationship with Cyclone, especially after meeting with his wife, Robyn Venom Simpson.

She also had been introduced to Roos’ step-mother, Grace O’Mally Bradshaw. Both women were lovely and so much fun to be around.

Birdie didn’t want the six months to go by too quickly so she had enough time to really get to know the group and form a tight friendship with each of them.

She was going to be sad when the time period was up and she was deployed to another base, but this is what she signed up for years ago.

Bird just wanted to mend one relationship when she first arrived and now was lucky enough to walk away with more friendships than she though she would.

She also would walk away with a family. A father and mother, aunt and uncle, sisters and brothers that will always be in her life no matter what.

Even if Bo and her don't bury the hatchet, the others have told her so many times when she’d voiced her concern over the subject.

Ozzy was happier too, he had more people to love and care for him now and was loving every bit of attention that the others were giving him.

It had been more than once that Ozzy had kicked Mickey out of the bed so he could snuggle Baylie.

Bird knew when Ozzy was with Bay when Mickey is getting comfy on the couch, she’d always offer to get Oz and he could be with his wife.

He always waved her off and said that Bay’s been wanting a dog for a while and if this is keeping her mind off of one for them, he’d happily give up his bed.

We were also briefed on another upcoming mission and the team started training and had been doing good.

There was more time to complete the training this time too, which Birdie was thankful for, she’d just joined the squad.

It was crazy to think that these few weeks together had felt like a lifetime already and Bird wouldn’t change anything if it meant that she’d never met them.

Don’t get her wrong, Bird was beyond sad when Bo broke her heart, but it kinda feels worth it now.

Because without that lost, she wouldn’t have gained a family, a very chaotic family, but one none the less.

Bird felt as if she was home. Bo helped with that, he had been her home for four years prior and Bird couldn’t stop thinking as him as that.

Robert Floyd has had her heart since that day on the trail for training in bootcamp and he gave Birdie that rock after telling her that he would keep the little mushroom she had picked just for him.

Bird knows that it's stupid to say that was the moment he took her heart, over a silly little thing as a mushroom, but it was.

Bo took the little fungus and while others would’ve thrown it over their shoulders when I wasn’t looking, he kept it, and later in the recreational room, he gifted me a rock.

Even if he didn’t realize it, he spoke my love language, sentimental gifts that make no sense to anyone else but us.

I was grateful to have a friend that finally understood me and embraced my quirks.

Not that Athena didn’t, she did, but she got tired of it sometimes.

Bird doesn’t blame her though, having a neurodivergent friend can be exhausting when they have hyper-activity and can’t focus on anything and everything most days.

Bo took the randomness of me as if it was an exciting adventure and had the patience of a Saint to wait for me when it was harder to keep on tasks.

He was considerate when I said I was overwhelmed and noticed the signs when I was too scared of ruining his night by leaving early.

Bo never got upset or argued, he’d just say an excuse for us to leave and then we’re in his car and going home.

Bird’s family never really got why she had a harder time on some of the subjects at school, but after a teacher had spotted the symptoms of Attention Deficit Disorder or ADD, she recomended that Birdie gets tested.

When the results came back positive and they started her on some medication to help, her grades went up and she was focusing better on tasks, but her family still sometimes treated her as before.

The family she had in San Diego though, they understood and also took the time to help her, just like they do for Mouse.

The squads watch for certain behaviors and try to soothe the others’ emotions.

Just like when Roos noticed Bird was nervous and overwhelmed before flying on her first day back at Top Gun and knew that she needed to do a pre-flight ritual.

He was there for Bird even if he didn’t know exactly what she needed.

Amanda finally found a group of friends that understand and are willing to help and she couldn’t be more thankful for them.

Not that she’d let Hangman know that she’s appreciative of him, his egos big enough.

It had been a month in San Diego when Bird got the phone call from her mother that a friend back home had died, she immediately drew back from the squad.

Baylie and Mickey saw the happy-go-lucky woman turn distant and quiet in the matter of seconds. Bird didn’t waste any time in running to her room and bursting into tears.

They had known each other since they were children. The two women were cousins, best friends, and practically inseparable. Bird had known about Hailey’s depression for years.

No one really took her seriously when she’d lay in bed for days, no energy or motivation to get up and eat and take care of herself.

But Bird did, she took the mental health of others very seriously. As did her parents, especially after what her mother experienced at eighteen.

Jackson, her grandfather, was something that the Wheeler side of the family didn’t talk about and when they did, it wasn’t a lot.

They saw him as a disgrace, for suicide is the highest Sin that one could commit in they eyes of God.

The Wheeler family might not always be the most religious but they do follow His word. From the brief stories that her mother told, Jackson was a mean alcoholic. Everyday he’d drink until he was good and drunk.

That’s how he coped with being depressed, but it was the early 80’s and not a lot of people sought out for help, they turned to drink or drugs or whatever tickled their fancy.

Bird will never forget the day that her mother had pulled out that damned bullwhip from her Hope Chest and told all three of her children the story of it.

Then after the story was done, Kathleen Hallet took in her children’s faces and said, “If you ever feel like you’re not yourself, please tell your dad or me ok?”

All the siblings nodded their heads as Kathleen tried to make sure they understood what she was talking about. And even as the children grew, Nick and Kat reminded them and gave more encouragement to talk to them if needed.

Birdie was 8 when she was first introduced to her grandfather’s memory and every blue moon she’d learn something new.

She was 17 when she learned that Jackson was his name, had a fraternal twin brother named John, that he liked Lions, and was fortunate enough to be given his old wool jacket and a small lion figurine.

Bird was 20 when she was told that Mamaw and Papaw Wheeler owned a bar and he and his buddies would stay there and drink all day playing cards.

The Hallet siblings might not have had a maternal grandfather, but they did have a maternal great grandpa.

He was a big part of their childhood, he taught all of them life lessons and other important things as they grew.

Birdie was the closest to both her Mamaw and Grandpa Wheeler, always watching old westerns and doing puzzles with them.

It broke her heart when her Great Grandfather died at the age of 96.

The hardest part being that she was in boot camp and couldn’t be excused to attend. Bo was her biggest shoulder to cry on and stayed with her until she wasn’t grieving as much. Heather and Phillip were there for her too when Bo couldn’t.

She didn’t know if she could go through the same thing again, but this time would be different, with someone she actually knew and saw and loved and grew up together.

Hailey was someone that Bird never thought that she’d have to out-live, with her being in the Navy, her life was constantly in danger.

It was beyond hard for her to think of a world where Hailey wasn’t just one phone call away if Bird had a bad day and needed her best friend to talk to or vice versa.

She’d never hear her voice again, never feel her warmth from a hug. What if Bird forgets Hailey’s voice or laugh? What if she hears a song or smell or memory that reminds her of Hailey and starts to cry?

Bird for weeks would just do nothing but lay in her bed after work, sobbing and cuddling Ozzy until she had cried herself to sleep.

This worried Bay and Mickey, they had no idea what had happened in that phone call and started to fret over their friend’s health.

Mickey begged Bay to let him call Bob, he’d most likely be able to get her to open the door and talk, but Bay would shake her head and take Ozzy for his evening walk.

Every member of the squads came to the Garcia’s shack, talking through the wooden door as they sat on the ground.

Bay and Mickey talked to her the most, about what they did after work, how Ozzy did that day if he wasn’t in her room, and how much they miss seeing her bright and shiny smile.

What they didn’t know, was the hurt she felt in hearing them plead with her to come out. She just didn’t want to smile or do anything knowing that her best friend was gone.

Everything felt numb, lungs heavy and crushed, her friends’ voices sounded as if she was underwater. And all she wanted to do was breathe.

“Hey Angel,” he started breathlessly and searching for the right words, “I know. I got a text from your Ma, she’s worried about you. I am too, you’ve never been like this.”

There was a soft thud on the door where he put his forehead, “You’re the most happiest girl I know and I hate to see you like this. Hailey had been battling with her depression for years and I know that you did everything you could to help her, and you did, help her I mean. It might not seem like it right now, but…”

A long breath escaped his lungs, “You did what you were supposed to do, you were there for her when she needed you most and made sure she knew that you would listen to anything and everything she wanted to say.”

“Then why does it feel like I did nothing,” she whispered, voice scratchy from disuse as Bird laid her forehead against the door where she thought his was.

“Because you think you could’ve done more, could’ve saved her. Angel, babe, without you she probably would’ve lost that battle sooner than later. You showed her that you cared, that she mattered, that she had someone in her corner when it felt like no one else was.”

Birdie sniffled and took her head off of the door and for a minute or two it was completely silent.

“If I open this door, I just want you and Ozzy to come inside. I’m overwhelmed and need my boys. I’ll talk to the squads and Mama and Papa later.”

“If that's what you want Angel, I’ll go get Oz now.”

“Yes please.”

It took a few minutes for Bo to come back, but once he did, he knocked on the door with Ozzy right beside him.

“Thank you Robert.”

“For you, I’d do anything.” and a happy bark followed after by the fur baby sitting on her bed.

All the members of the squads came over and talked to her through the closed door, all except for Bob.

He didn’t think that he’d have the right to comfort her right now, but after a text message from Birdie’s mama, he quickly understood what he had to do.

“Robert, please tell us our baby is okay?” “Mana’s not doin’ so good. What happened?” “Hailey.”

That one name and Bob knew, how couldn’t he. Robert didn’t tell the others, they had other worries and commitments to attend to.

He had kept it secret for a few days before Bay had finally had enough and cornered him in the hallway. “Robert James Floyd, I know that you know what’s up with Birdie, spill.”

“I can’t, it’s personal.”

“If it’s personal, then we should know so we can help!”

“That’s not how this works ok? You can’t just demand to know what everyone’s going through when it’s not your business, so butt out Baylie.”

Bo pushed through her and continued his way to the hangers where the others were, leaving Lucky stunned and slacked jawed by the balls he showed for calling her out as she stood in the empty hallway.

Maybe it was time that the real Robert showed his face and met the squad, but he’ll save that for another day. His Birdie needs him.

He came over to the Garcia’s little cottage after work and as Hangman walked out of the hallway where Bird’s room was, Bo pushed his way to the guest room.

Robert sat on the floor in silence for a minute or two, trying to come up with a plan to talk to her before he shook his head and started.

He knew that the squads were just down the hall and could listen in anytime they wanted, and would, because Birdie was family now.

Bo kept his voice just above a whisper and forehead glued to the sturdy wood door that was between them. Every answer he gave was unclear to anyone but the two.

The conversation went on for a while before he came back into the livingroom and stopped right in front of Ozzy.

“Hey Buddy, you miss me?” Bo chirps as he pets Ozzy’s head. Ozzy in return gives him some kisses, making Bo laugh.

“Yeah, I missed you too. Wanna go see your mama, she needs cuddles from her boys.”

Ozzy stretches as he gets up off of the couch and then jumps off and races towards Birdie’s bedroom door. Bo starts to get back up from kneeling position but is stopped by Baylie.

“She lost someone close to her, didn’t she?” Lucky had tears in her eyes at seeing her friend’s pain, just like she felt all those years ago when she lost her childhood friend Katie.

Bo didn’t answer, just nodded and before he turned into the hall, “I hope it’s okay if I stay the night. I don’t wanna leave her alone if I can.”

Bay nodded, “Stay as long as it takes to make Birdie happy again, if she needs anyone to talk to, tell her I’m here and I know her pain right now.”

Robert offered a small smile and continued to Bird’s room, once there Ozzy let out a happy bark as Bob opened the door and Oz jumped onto the bed and curled up next to his Mama’s torso.

Bo laid down next to her aswell, brushing away the new tears before they could fall. “I’ll be with you til the end of the line, Angel.”

she snuggled up to him and put her head on his chest, right above his heart so she could hear the beat and Bo ran his fingers through her knotted hair to calm her down.

Birdie’s Basket: @dragon-kazansky @mrsjaderogers @bayisdying @starlit-epiphany @gracespicybradshaw

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callmemana · 5 months

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Papa Mine:

Summary: This is a series of Drabbles about Iceman and Slider having soft!dad moments with their daughters Baylie & Raven Kazansky and Amanda Kerner as they watch them grow and become the beautiful and smart women they are now, just like their mothers!

Thank you @dragon-kazansky , @mrsjaderogers , @bayisdying , and @starlit-epiphany for helping! 💛💛

Key: smut -🍓|fluff -🌼|angst -🐂|personal fav -👓|

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Two Plus Signs = We’re Gonna Be Parents!|The Kazansky’s finding out their expecting 🐉🧊

Unexpectedly Excited|The Kerner’s finding out that their pregnant 🥃🍔

Officially Ours!|The Kazansky’s are home with a baby Raven 🐉🧊

Hear My Voice|Tom talking to utero Bay 🧊 (dad-miral’s version)

Remember Me|Ron talking to utero Mana 🍔 (sli-dad’s version)

Daughter Mine|Tom talking to 2 mo. old Ray 🧊 (dad- miral’s version)

Her Silver-green Eyes|Tom holding Bay for the first time 🧊 (dad-miral’s version)

Little Bundle of Chaos|Ron holding Mana for the first time 🍔 (sli-dad’s version)

Our Little Blessing|Tom holding Ray for the first time 🧊 (dad-miral’s version)

🧃:

The Howling Kerner’s|Beach Volleyball Game 📹

🧸:

Bloody Noses & Ice Cream|Bay & Ray fight for Mana’s sake. 🎞️ (chaos sister’s version)

Our Protector|Meeting Bradley 🎞️ (chaos sister’s version)

In Your Absence|Big Brother Bradley steps up when Ice & Slider are deployed 🎞️ (chaos sister’s version)

🚙:

Do Me a Favor, Kill Me| Jr.Prom Dress Shopping 📹

The Sparkle in Your Eye|Jr.Prom 🎞️ (chaos sister’s version)

Treat Her with the Respect She Deserves, Boys|Jr.Prom 🧊🍔 (dad’s version)

Absolutely Not!|Sr.Prom Dress Shopping 📹

Second Times the Charm|Sr.Prom 🧊🍔 (dads’ version)

Hey Ya Big Stud, Dance with Me or Lose Me Forever!|Sr.Prom 🎞️ (chaos sister’s version)

Never That Close|Meeting Jake 🎞️ (chaos sister’s version)

You’re Wayyyyyyy Outta His League!|Meeting Grace 🎞️ (chaos sister’s version)

You Kissed Him? Like on Purpose?| Best friend to Boyfriend (🍀 version)

Nepo Babies; UNITE!|Meeting Alana 🎞️ (chaos sister’s version)

Shots & Stims|First HS party 🎞️ (chaos sister’s version)

🎓:

All Grown Up|HS Graduation 📹

🪖:

Here’s Lookin’ at you Kid|Bootcamp Grad. (🪺 version)

💍:

Do Me the Honor?|Proposals (🐭 version)

From Ring Pops to Diamonds|Proposals (🍀 version)

Where Our Adventure Starts|Proposals (🪺 version)

You Have a Question for Me?|Proposals (🧊 version 1/2)

Glad You Asked, My Answer is Still No|Proposals (🍔 version)

Tell Me Why|Proposals (🧊 version 2/2)

🛟:

Lead Me to Your Heart|Naval Award Ceremony/Ball 📹

Birdie’s Basket 🧺: @dragon-kazansky @whiskeyswriting @bayisdying @faerieroyal

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Arms Wide Open, Catch Me If I Fall: Meet Amanda ‘Birdie’ Hallett

Amanda ‘Birdie’ Hallett is a Naval Fighter Pilot, and could be described as friendly, generous, hard working, stubborn, hot headed, humorous, and never really serious unless needed. She is relaxed and both an introvert and extrovert. She also loves to read, paint, draw, and is a stress baker.

Bob was actually the one to give her the name ‘Birdie,’ while at the academy. Amanda was known around the building for always having a tune on her lips throughout the day. She was always humming, singing, or whispering lyrics to songs. Later, when they went on their first date, he asked about the singing. She said that it calmed her down and helped her focus better on assignments or procedures.

Birdie’s first dream was to be a livestock farmer, just like many generations before her, not a pilot. It changed the day a local Naval aviator walked through the auditorium doors for a speech in her senior year of high school. That talk had spoken to her heart and she just knew, she wanted to be a Navy Fighter Pilot. Later that year she graduated and was shipped off to basic, where she met a shy boy named Robert. They hit it off on the first day, hunched over by the waist as they tried to catch their breath from the morning jog that was mandatory.

They hung out almost every day from the beginning of basic to the end. The night before they got their first official orders, Robert asked Birdie out. After that, the new couple were inseparable. Robert and Birdie were so in love that even if it had only been a couple of months, it felt like eternity in each other’s arms. They had a tradition on every Sunday to stay in bed and watch movies all day as a way to wind down before going back to work.

Birdie might be a big hotshot pilot now, but she never strays too far from her roots. Born and raised on a mini farm for most of her life, she knew true freedom being able to roam the land and find adventures wherever her imagination or wandering feet took her. She’s known around the town as a ‘troublemaker’ for seeing the opportunity to do something reckless or stupid and jumping feet first. No questions, no thoughts.

After both being stationed together in Lemoore and a couple of years together, Bob proposed to her and they were in the middle of wedding planning when he received new orders to go back to Top Gun. Birdie was so supportive of Bob and tried to praise him, but he just pushed her away. He couldn’t go on an ‘urgent dangerous mission’ with her worried about him and couldn’t handle not being there for her if he were to die, so, he did the most reasonable thing: break her heart.

She cried for days afterwards, heartbroken to find out he didn’t really love her. Birdie tried to fight for the relationship not fully believing that was why he did it, but when Robert Floyd had his mind determined to something, he wouldn’t change his choice. Birdie took the time to dive into keeping busy. She tried different ways, but none worked in her favor. No matter what she did, she couldn’t forget about Robert and their love.

It was a month or two after he left that Birdie got the orders to go to San Diego, to be in a new squadron called the ‘Iron Daggers.’ She packed what she could and stored the other stuff in the time period they gave. Upon opening the door to her shared apartment, she heard squeals and rushed footsteps towards her. Phoenix, Halo, and Lucky gave Bird a group hug before leading her farther into the house.

The women in the squad had grown close just by spending one night together, it was as if it was fate that Birdie became friends with these amazing women. The next day when she got onto base, she was gonna get the surprise of a lifetime, being face to face with her ex.

Forever 🏷️ list: @bayisdying @mrsjaderogers @dragon-kazansky @sweetlittlegingy @switchbladedreamz

🏷️ list: @luckyladycreator2

#birdslibrary #meet the characters #my ocs #amanda birdie hallett #bob x birdie #fluff #top gun maverick #Arms Wide Open Catch Me If I Fall series

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Arms May Be Wide Open, But The Brain Cells Aren’t There: #4

Bob: *puts feet on the table* I heard you liked bad boys.

Birdie: no?

Bob: *takes his feet off the table* good, that felt terrible.

Hangman: what the fuck are you doing?

Lucky: *hugging Hangy* I promised Cin I would make an effort to get along with you so we’re having a moment and if you ruin this Hangman I swear I will punch you in the dick so hard Cin will never be satisfied again, do you hear me?

Hangman: *sweats* uh, okay.

Whiskey: I’m ready to say three important words to you.

Slider: *touched* okay, let’s say it together.

[at the same time]

Slider: I love you.

Whiskey: choke me daddy.

Slider:

Slider: *experiencing technical difficulties*

Mouse: hey Slider, do you remember when I killed a butterfly and you said, ‘no butter for a week’?

Slider: yeah…

Birdie: and when I killed a honeybee and you said, ‘no honey for a week’?

Slider: yeah, that was months ago… so what?

Lucky: *smirking* well, Whiskey killed a cockroach today, should we break it to her?

Slider: *rolls his eyes* … just get the fuck outta my office

Mouse: *stubs toe on chair*

Birdie: *breaks chair*

Omaha: *hacks chair into sawdust*

Lucky: *sets chair on fire*

Lucky: wow the stars are beautiful

Fanboy: yeah they are

Lucky: you know who else is beautiful?

Fanboy: *blushes* who?

Lucky: me.

Birdie: taco cat backwards is still taco cat.

Birdie: race car backwards is still race car, too.

Bob: Angel, I love you, but it’s two in the morning. Please go back to sleep.

Birdie: dog food lid backwards is Dildo of God.

Bob: *pushes Bird off of the bed and snuggles back into the covers*

Dagger Squad: *sitting down on the couch or around it in front of Ice*

Ice: *arms crossed* okay. who did it?

Dagger Squad: *points to the chaos squad*

Whiskey: it was Rooster- wait- what is this treachery?!

Dragon: so much for family?!

[at a dagger squad + 86 family BBQ outside]

Ice: *walks into room, looks around and squints at Dragon*

Dragon: what?

Ice: where are the kids?

Dragon: in the garden.

Ice: doing what?

Dragon: *examining her nails* doing what kids do best.

Ice: *looks outside window and sees the whole garden is on fire*

Hangman: why did the chicken cross the road?

Birdie: why?

Hangman: to get to the idiot’s house. Knock knock.

Birdie: *sighing* who is it?

Hangman: the chicken.

Birdie:

Hangman:

Birdie:

Hangman:

Birdie: I won’t punch you… under one condition.

Hangman: … yeah?

Birdie: go say that joke to Lucky.

Dragon’s Angels📻: @dragon-kazansky @bayisdying @breadsquash @gracespicybradshaw @mrsjaderogers @starlit-epiphany

🏷️ list: @luckyladycreator2

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Callmemana’s Masterlist:

Key: smut -🍓/ fluff -🌼/ angst -🐂/personal fav -👓

Arms Wide Open, Catch Me If I Fall Series 🌼🐂(Robert Floyd x self-insert {OC})

Whiskey Bottles & Wild Flowers Masterlist 🌼🐂(Leonard Wolfe x self-insert {OC}) /paused/

Happily Ever After/Unhappily Ever After drabble Series 🌼🐂 (written w/ @crazyk-imagine ) (2023)

Show Me How You Burlesque: Series (20-) 🌼🐂

The Marked Ones: Series (20-) 🌼🐂

Papa Mine: Drabble Series 🌼🐂

Intricate Threads: A Ballet of Secrets 🌼🐂

All Grown Up 🌼 (ice x dragon|slider x whiskey)

Deeper Than The Holler 🌼🐂 (Leonard Wolfe x self-insert {OC})

don’t think twice 🌼🐂 (Rooster x Spicy)

For You, I’d Do Anything 🌼🐂 (Iceman x Dragon)

The Broken House 🌼🐂 (Bob x GN!reader)

To Have & To Hold 🌼 (Slider x Whiskey)

What You Know, Is Nothing 🌼 (Bob x F!reader)

Bird’s got a bat: watch tf out!

Duckie & Cricket’s Midwestern Dumbassery:

Arms May Be Wide Open, But The Brain Cells Aren’t There:

Dad Hat Competition: 1 2 3 4

Dagger Candles:

Birb’s AU Idea List: 1

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The Marked Ones MList:

*Coming 20-*

Characters:

Summary: some escaped over the years, some didn’t make it through the first procedure, some are still hiding in the shadows hoping to not get caught.

Those who are caught can be seen with a number on their arms and treated like trash.

A/N:

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

Meet the Characters:

Alana Metcalf|Bradley Bradshaw

Amanda Pruitt|LTJG. Leonard Wolfe

Baylie Pruitt|LT. Richard Neven

Cmdr. Jade Kerner|Cpt. Ronald Kerner

Cmdr. Rachael Kazansky|ADM. Thomas Kazansky

Grace Lowe|Cpt. Pete Mitchell

Josephine Harlan|LTJG. Marcus Williams

Cpt. Grace Bradshaw|Cpt. Nicholas Bradshaw

Rebecca Rogers|LT. Charles Piper

Dragon’s Angels📻: @dragon-kazansky @mrsjaderogers @gracespicybradshaw @bayisdying @starlit-epiphany

Birdie’s Basket: @mrsjaderogers

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Arms Wide Open, Catch Me If I Fall: Meet Rachael ‘Dragon’ Kazansky

Mrs. Rachael ‘Dragon’ Kazansky ( @dragon-kazansky )is best known for her pilot skills, and being the second half of the ‘Chaos Crew’ is another hat she wears with pride. During her time at Top Gun in 1986, she made a lifelong friend in Whiskey and she’s somehow melted the cold exterior of the Iceman.

When Dragon was called to Top Gun she didn’t think she’d make any friends. The majority of pilots were men, so you can guess her surprise when she saw Whiskey near the back of the classroom. Dragon became quick friends with the other female pilot and soon both gained the nickname ‘Chaos Crew’ for all of the mischief that had happened while they were there.

Most of the guys thought that the mischief was funny, but not the stern and always professional ‘Mr. Iceman’ and his back seater, Slider. No, it seemed as if all of this was above them, they couldn’t take a joke. So one day after practicing maneuvers all day, Whiskey & Dragon cooked up a plan in the locker room after getting dressed. As both women covered their eyes as they ran cackling at the prank they pulled on the first place squad. The guys all laughed, but quieted down when Ice & Slider came back in. They would never omit it, but the ice on their hearts was slowly melting away.

After the mission that happened at graduation, Ice started to see Dragon more and more at the O Club and one night, he talked to her. Ice and Dragon ended up finding out that they shared many interest other than being a pilot and went on a date. That date turned into a happy, wonderful, and long marriage.

Whiskey & Dragon were always together for the big relationship milestones; proposals, weddings, and the birth of their children. Ron and Tom were always close, as pilot and RIO, but when their wives met all those years ago they knew they were in each others’ lives forever.

Dragon and Whiskey have always been known as ‘meddlers’ when it came to loved ones and their lives. They meddled in Lucky’s wedding when it was rumored that her mother wasn’t able to come back down to San Diego to help pick out Lucky’s wedding dress. Dragon & Whiskey help their loved ones and close friends, and with Bob being one of those people, they just knew they needed to meddle in his life.

The women took charge and pestered the boys of the dagger squad to get information about why he was sad, and when it was because of a girl? Oh were they gonna do everything to make this man happy again. After finding out that the woman’s name was ‘Birdie’ they brought the subject to Ice & Ron. It took weeks, but the men finally agreed and sent orders to Birdie to come to San Diego. While all of this was going on, Bob was left in the dark. His found family wanted to see his surprise when he saw her again.

Forever 🏷️ list: @bayisdying @mrsjaderogers @dragon-kazansky @sweetlittlegingy @switchbladedreamz

🏷️ list: @luckyladycreator2

#birdslibrary #meet the characters #not my oc #iceman x dragon #rachael dragon kazansky #fluff #top gun maverick #Arms Wide Open Catch Me If I Fall series

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Deeper Than The Holler:

I fell in love with the self-insert x reader stories I have read from the Chaos Squad otherwise known as @bayisdying @cycbaby @dragon-kazansky @mrsjaderogers (my adoptive mama) @askmarinaandothers @callsignscupcake @mtnofgrace @altierirose and a special thank you to @switchbladedreamz for proof reading and to @sligheach-sidhe & @firefly-graphics for the dividers!

Leonard ‘Wolfman’ Wolfe x Amanda ‘Highroller’ Moore 🦋☂️

The Title is off of this Randy Travis Song

He knew the moment that she walked into the O Club for what looked for her shift that he was hooked. She wore the regulated uniform, a t-shirt with the O Club symbol small on the front on her left breast and then a large picture on the back. She also had a slightly dirty white stetson covering her yellow-like sunflower hair, and if the light of the club catches it just right, you can see streaks of red in it. Sat on the bridge of her nose were glasses, thick like a coke bottle, and in her right nostril, a rose gold hoop.

His eyes wandered her frame as she made her way to the bar to start her shift, he paused on her forearms. There, he saw two tattoos, on her left what seemed to be wording, most likely a quote, and on her right, a butterfly, with its right side flowers instead of its usual symmetrical wings. She was different than most women here in Miramar. You could tell by the way she carried herself she was from a small town, head held high, shoulders back. She had something to prove. What that was, he didn’t know but was willing to find out.

As he looked at her features and analyzed her, he realized that her shoulders were uneven, and one collarbone was higher up than the other. Once he had built up the courage to talk to her, he might ask about that. Hollywood must have followed his line of sight because he was nudging my arm and wiggling his eyebrow, “Pretty ain’t she Wolfie?” all I could do was nod, so entranced by her beauty, “Sure is Wood.” “Why don’t you go up and talk to her?” “Because we both know that I’ll say something stupid and lose my chance to talk to her.” “Never know if you don’t try.”

After a few beers, and much encouraging from Hollywood, Leonard got up from his seat and made his way to the bar to order another drink. “What can I get you hon?” She smiled at him while waiting for his drink request. “Two buds, bottle?” She nodded her head swiftly before turning her back towards him and walking away. When she came back with said drinks, “Paying for now, or on a tab?” “Tab, should be under ‘Leonard’” “We have a couple ‘Leonard’s’ here tonight. Got a last name I could search?” He nodded, “Yeah, Wolfe.” “Ok, you’re settled. Anything else I can get you?” Leonard leaned on the bar, “You know my name, but I don’t know yours.” She laughed, loud and contagiously, “Oh hon, I don’t date pilots.” “Then it’s a good thing I’m a RIO. Don’t you think?” She laughs again, moves her hair behind her ear, “I guess, but it doesn’t change the fact that your job is in a plane.” Leonard smirks, “You’ll break down eventually. They always do.” He turns away and goes back to Hollywood.

The next time he sees her, all of the squadron are sitting at a table and laughing about stupid shit. Leonard guesses that he’s staring at her for too long because the other pilots end up looking over at where he is. “Well I’ll be damned! Wolfie’s got a lil crush on the new bartender!” Laughed Maverick. “Grown men don’t get crushes, they admire.” “Grown men might, but you, Wolfie, you still get crushes.” Said Ron. “Ha-ha, Slide.” “Why don’t you go chat her up?” “He has, she laughed at him and told him she doesn’t date pilots.” “But he’s a RIO.” “I told her that too.” “Maybe she just doesn’t find your ugly mug attractive?”

“Alright, alright. Leave the cub alone. Maybe she’s lost that lovin feeling?” “First off, no. That shit doesn’t work.” “For you, maybe.” “Try a pick up line? You know what my dad always said, girls like guys who can make her smile.” “Have you heard this man flirt? It’s terrible! I don’t know how he got a girl before the Navy.” “I’m not that bad,” “Wolfie, the last female you talked to, literally laughed in your face at how bad the line was.” “Whatever, you guys are just assholes.” “Hey, if you’re going up there, get us another round?”

Wolfman nodded and made his way up to the bar, tapping his fingers on the smooth granite. “Hey! You’re back, what can I get you Leo?” “I am, could I get the boys and me another round?” “Sure, bottles of bud?” He nodded, “Yea.” She left to grab the beers and then came back, “So, are y’all celebratin’ or something?” “Um, yeah. We had a mission. We all made it back.” “Good to hear, hate to not be able to see your face every shift.”

His eyes widened at this confession. “Really, I thought you don’t date pilots?” She smiled, “I don’t, but I can see when someone’s attractive. I do have eyes Leo, they might not have the best sight though.” She said as she adjusted her coke bottle glasses up her nose. “I think they see just fine sweetheart.”

She laughs at him, “Of course you’d say that! I just complemented your looks!” “I don’t need to be praised for my handsome face to see that your beautiful.” “Oh, your one of those pilots huh?” “What kind?” “Overconfident and flirty.” “Overconfident? Sometimes. flirty? Always sweetheart.” He winked, she rolled her eyes at him.

She heard a holler from the other side of the bar, looked over and saw his friends wave and smile. She pushes the beers towards Leo a little more, “You better go before your friends have your ass for warm beer.” “I think they might deserve it, they’re dicks to me. They gave me shit for my flirting skills.” “Well tell them that they were right. You suck, but your cute and make me laugh. So, I guess it’s worth it.” She winks before turning away for another costumer. He smirks the whole way to the table with the drinks.

It’s another week or two before he sees her again. He doesn’t know her name, but feels like he’s close to gaining that privilege. Wood and he are at a table off to the side of the bar, so he can see her work. “Now that’s just stalkerish Wolfie. It’s like your completely smitten by her! Do you even know her name yet?”

He shook his head at his pilot, “You know I don’t. I just met her a month ago!” “Most guys would’ve already got her name and taken her out on a couple of dates! Grow a pair!” “She doesn’t date pilots! That’s what she told me our first meeting, Wood. What if I really don’t have a chance?” “Well, you probably don’t. I mean, you look at yourself in the mirror Wolfie? Not that great of a face.”

Leonard punches his shoulder, “Hey dude! You’re supposed to be my friend, support your friend!” “Wolfie, I can only do so much.” “Why do you say these mean things to me? I thought you loved me?” Wood laughs, “I say them because I love you Wolfie!” “You don’t act like it.” “I act like a brother, brothers love each other!” “Because they have too!” “Exactly, I have too! you’re my RIO, if you weren’t there I couldn’t make it back!”

Leonard folds his arms over his chest, leans back in his seat, and takes a pull of his beer. Wood slaps his arm closest to him and smiled, “Here comes your girl.” “Nice try, Wood. That might’ve worked the first couple of times, not not this one.” He heard her voice before he saw her, “Well I’ll be damned, if it ain’t that funny pilot!” “Actually, sweetheart. I’m a RIO.” “I know, I just like to mess with you.”

“Hi, I don’t believe we met. I’m Wolfie’s best friend and pilot, Hollywood.” “Hollywood huh? Seems pretty egotistical don’t you think?” “Well, what do you mean sweetheart?” She gives a little smile and waves her finger, “No. I’m gonna stop you right there, ‘Hollywood.’ You can’t call me Sweetheart, that’s Leo’s nickname for me, but you can call me ‘High Roller’ since we’re using callsigns.”

Both men have their jaws slightly opened and eyes widen, how did she know about callsigns? Leo left the bar later that night with Wood with more questions than answers.

The group of pilots made their way to a table near the back before picking one to come order the beers. “Hey darlin’, didn’t catch your name last couple of times I’ve seen you here.” She smiles sarcastically before slamming the beer on the counter, “That’s cause I didn’t throw it, ‘darlin’.’

“Well look at the sass on this one!” “You got some more than just sass comin’ if you ain’t careful buddy.” “I thought you southern belles were supposed to be kind and generous?” “Well, first off. I’m from the Midwest. Two, I am kind and generous to the people who don’t piss me off.”

“I’m sorry, we got off on the wrong foot. I’m Chipper.” “Nice callsign. What’s your actual name?” “Well you’re just full of surprises aren’t you? I’m Charles.” “I might not be the sharpest tool in the shed, but I’m pretty sure y’all are tryna get my name to give to your boy?” The man now known as ‘Chipper’ chuckles, “You caught us. Can you please, just tell me ?”

She leaned in on the counter, “Nice try Chip, the only way he’s gettin my name, is if he plays for it.” “Should I tell him that or let him keep asking one of us to talk to you?” He smirks, “Let him keep guessing. It’s fun to watch him squirm.” She hands him the first round before checking on another patron.

As the guys made the rounds to get the beer for the table every couple of weeks and to talk, you gave each new pilot basic information about you. In passing, mentioning being a former pilot. Which they technically already knew, given your callsign. What was news to them was after a bad ejection, leaving you with a broken collarbone and ankle, you had to be discharged. All of the men repeated the information back to Leo while the others sat and planned out loud.

After many weeks of badgering and complaining about the plan, Leonard finally grew the balls and talked to ‘Sweetheart.’ “So, word around the bar is that you won’t tell them your name?” The blonde smirked and pushed her glasses up the bridge of her nose, “Maybe word is right. Whatcha gonna do bout it?”

“I think I’m going to man up and ask.” She shrugged, “Sweetheart, please, what’s your name?” “My name is Amanda, and before you ask what you’re gonna ask next, my answer is yes.” “Even if you don’t date pilots?” He smiled. “The thing, Leo, is that you’re not a pilot. I believe the first night we met you said that you were a RIO.”

“And I believe you said that I still worked in a plane.” She smirked, “I change my mind. I mean as a former pilot, we need RIOs right? To make sure we get home?” Leo chuckled, “Yeah, every pilot needs a RIO. Does after your shift work?” “Sure thing, Cowboy!” She kisses his cheek before going back to work, smirking as she hears the whoops & hollering from his friends at their table. Before she’s out of earshot she hears, “I hope you know, Sweetheart, that I’m going to love you deeper than the holler, just like Travis said!” He smiles, taps a little happy beat on the bar counter, grabs the beers, then turns around to his friends.

Forever 🏷️list: @bayisdying @mrsjaderogers @dragon-kazansky @switchbladedreamz @sweetlittlegingy

🏷️list: @luckyladycreator2

#birdsmasterlist #birdslibrary #dtth: drabble #top gun fandom #top gun 1986 #top gun #top gun fluff #self insert #top gun fanfiction #leonard wolfman wolfe #leonard wolfman Wolfe x oc #amanda high roller moore

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Arms Wide Open, Catch Me If I Fall:

Chapter 4: Birdie’s Eye View

Word Count: 5k+

🚨Warnings: inaccurate Naval descriptions, angst and floof.

A/N: dividers by @sligheach-sidhe , cover by me ( @callmemana ). Thank you @bayisdying for proofreading!

A/N: There will be a change, each chapter will be at least 3k word count. Also, this will be my main focus on writing.

After the big blow up with Bo, Bird walked to the Garcia’s with Ozzy following close behind.

Tears stained her cheeks as she made her way to her bedroom and cuddled with her dog.

She would go in tomorrow and talk with Cyclone about redacting the offer to join the team, if it wasn’t too late.

If Robert didn’t want her here, then she’s not gonna stick around to take anymore of his awful behavior.

He’s acting like he did the last week he was in Lemoore right before he broke her heart.

Bird was a forgiving person, but she didn’t know if she could forgive him for this.

She got up and started to pack everything but the essentials back up into the boxes, she’d ask for tape and help loading her truck tomorrow.

Ozzy kept trying to nip at her legs, telling her to stop.

But Bird’s mind was already set, as soon as she could she’d talk to the Air Boss and ask to be stationed back in Lemoore.

She was just finishing up her last box when Baylie and Mickey came home.

“Why are you packed? What happened between you and Bob?”questioned Lucky.

“He was an asshole and pretty much told me he didn’t want me here. I’m going to talk to Cyclone tomorrow about being transferred back to Flordia. I’m not staying somewhere where the only person I really know doesn’t want me to be.”

“Maybe he was just surprised to see you is all,” offered Mickey.

Bird laughed humorlessly, “Trust me Mickey, what he said wasn’t because of that. I mean, seriously! How stupid am I to come here thinking that he’d be happy to see me? He was right, I ruin everything.”

Tears prickled at her eyes as she fixes her glasses.

“Birdie, what do you mean?” insisted Lucky, teeth slightly grinding together.

“Hey, you haven’t ruined anything.” reassured Mickey.

“He said that the whole week before he left, said I ruined his life and everything I touch. I can’t do that to you guys too.”

“Bird, you haven’t ruined anything for us, if anything you’ve made our lives better.”

“How? I’ve done nothing but cause trouble since I got here!” she cried, taking her glasses off to clean them of tears.

Baylie pulls her into a hug and Mickey joins soon afterwards.

“Because you have made our grey outlook on Bob turn to color. We only knew him as the shy man he is, and now, we might be able to see an outgoing, sarcastic, and whatever else he’s hidden from us, man.”

“You just don’t know him well enough yet. He was shy when we first met at bootcamp.”

“Oh, we need to know all of the stories about the young Robert Floyd.” declared Lucky.

Ozzy ran over and decided to also join the group hug, giving everyone sloppy puppy-kisses all over their faces.

“Oz, Ozzy, ok, ok, thank you bubs!” laughed Birdie as she lightly pushed him away, fixing her glasses on her nose.

She sniffled and wiped her eyes, standing up in the process to head to her room.

“I best be gettin’ to bed, I gotta be up early to see Cyclone anyhow. Thank you both for everything.”

The couple gave smiles and bids her goodnight.

The next morning Bird does her morning routine, walks Ozzy, and drives to base earlier than necessary.

She’s trying to navigate her way to the Air Boss’s office when she accidentally bumps into someone.

“Oh I’m so sorry! Here lemme help you,” blurted Bird as she immediately gets to the ground and starts to pick up the scattered papers and folders.

The woman was olived skinned and dark brown curly haired.

“It’s not a problem, I can pick them up myself, I wasn’t watching where I was going anyway.” the woman laughed, holding her hand out towards Amanda.

“I’m Alana Metcalf, most people here call me Cinco or Cin. Are you new? I saw that you were looking a little lost.”

She took the woman’s outstretched hand and shook.

“I’m Amanda Hallett, callsign Birdie, but I also go by Bird. I’m not gonna lie, I am incredibly lost.” Bird laughed, cheeks burning a bright pink.

“Well maybe I can help, who are you looking for?”

“The Air Boss, Beau Simpson. I need to talk with him about transferring back to my old base.”

“Oh, did something happen? Not enjoying San Diego?” she asked.

“You could say that. I just don’t think it’s a good fit for me.”

“Ah, I see. An ex is here huh?”

Birdie’s eyes widen and jaw slacked, “How did you know that?”

“I’m kinda friends with Bob and the dagger squad. Actually, my boyfriend is on the team too.”

“Oh…” said Bird before she put on a fake smile, “what’s his name?”

Cinco could see through the smile, but decided to table that for later when she could speak to Bob.

“Jake Seresin, but his callsign is Hangman.”

“Sounds dangerous.”

“He is sometimes,” nodded Cin, “It’s because he always hangs his wingmen out to dry.”

“And he’s on a team? He sounds like he’s an ass. No offense!”

Cin laughs, “None taken, I know he can be one. He’s shown it many of times.”

The two women stopped infront of a wooden door with a name plate that read, ‘Simpson.’

“Anyway, here’s Cyclone’s office. I hope that you reconsider going back, I can tell that you will be a big part of our lives already.”

“And how can you tell, you just met me Cin.” Bird questioned jokingly.

“Because that man’s eyes still sparkle when you come up in conversation. I don’t think I’ve ever seen Bob like this and I can’t wait to see how it ends.”

“So, you know?” she asked, eyes casted down.

“No, but I don’t think I need to know more than that he loves you.”

“He might’ve before, but he doesn’t now. Thanks for being my guide, I appreciate it.”

Bird gave the woman a little wave as she knocked on the thick door, waiting for the ‘Come in.’

Once the command was given, she entered and saluted the Air Boss.

“You are relieved, Leutenant,” he declared, looking up briefly to see who was there.

“Hello Vice Admiral Simpson, I was wondering if it was too late to ask if the contract could be void and I could be stationed back in Lemoore?”

“Not liking the company Hallett? I believe at one point in your first time here, you were very close to Leutenant Floyd.”

“Yes sir, we were, but recently ended our relationship.”

“How sad. Unfortunately, Hallett, it’s already been cleared and recorded. You’re stuck here until farther notice.”

“But Sir-”

“I didn’t ask for excuses, Leutenant. Just be glad it’s only for six months. Now if your done,” He shifted his eyes to the door.

That was not the news Bird thought she would be getting, Cyclone never liked her anyway.

So why does he have to be so determined to keep her here?

Unless he thinks this will be torture for her being near Robert, which it most likely will be.

She exited the room, leaving his door open just to piss him off more.

Bird went down the hallway a little and braced her back on the wall, groaning loud.

“Well who do we have here?” a woman with a British accent asked.

“I’m sorry if I interrupted you ma’am, I’m Leutenant Hallett.”

“No harm done here, I was just having breakfast at my desk with my friend. I’m Rachael Kazansky.”

Bird looked at her phone screen, checking the time. The meeting with Cyclone went on longer than she initially thought.

“I am so sorry but, I have to get to the hanger. It was nice meeting you though!”

Dragon smiled as the blonde woman scurried off.

She arrived late, the high ranks already in the room and stood off to the side.

“Nice of you to finally join us Leutenant Hallett,” announced Cyclone.

“I’m so sorry, Cyclone! Someone told me to go to Hell, I couldn’t find it at first, but guess what? I finally found it! And I just knew I’d see you here too!”

“Everyone, this is Leutentant Amanda ‘Birdie’ Hallett, graduated second at Top Gun in her class.” stated Maverick, a wide smirk on his features.

Robert muttered a displeased, “Birdie.”

Laughter poorly covered up could be heard around the hanger, mostly by the students. When Bird looked over at Warlock, he winked at her with an amused smirk on his face too.

“Back on the agenda, Maverick.”

“We will be doing an exercise to start training for an upcoming mission. The hard deck is at ten thousand feet and will not be broken this time. We’ll take Hangman, Rooster, Coyote, and Birdie first. Get suited up.”

With that, we all filed out of the door and headed to the locker room.

“You must have a big pair of balls on you if you can sass Cyclone without hesitation.” said a tall, blond haired man with sea green eyes.

“Cyclone’s had it out for me since my first time at Top Gun. Bob and I got yelled at all the time by him.” Birdie said as she rolled her eyes.

“Wrong, you and Thena got yelled at and Smiley and me tried to get you out of it.” smiled Bob.

“Yeah right, like I don’t remember the reason you got your callsign. You are just as much of a troublemaker Bo.”

She didn’t see the smirks and looks exchanged by the others.

“Since y’all know my name, I think it’s only fair I know your’s.” stated Bird.

A dark skinned man with a mustache spoke first, “I’m Reuben Fitch, Payback and Fanboy’s pilot.”

The next was another dark skinned man, a little lighter in shade, “Javy Machado, Coyote.”

“I’m pretty well known everywhere I go. Jake Seresin, callsign; Hangman.”

“Wow, maybe you should take the dick outta your personality. Your ego isn’t as big as you think.”

“So what I’m hearing is that you think-”

“Finish that sentence, and I’ll sack you so hard that your grandkids will feel your pain.”

“Damn, she doesn't play.” said a man with a 70’s porn-stache.

“Damn straight, and you are?”

“Bradley Bradshaw, Rooster.” he held out his hand, which she gladly took.

“It’s nice to meet you Rooster.”

They all came to the doors that separated the locker rooms.

The women went into the one on the left, the guys on the right.

Bird was halfway out of her civilian clothes when a small, shy woman came up to her.

“Hi, I’m Raven Mouse Fischer. I haven’t been on the team very long, but if you need any help with anything, I’d be more than glad to help!” chirped Mouse with a wide smile.

“Thank you Mouse, I might have to take you up on that offer,”

“I’m Bob’s pilot, Natasha Phoenix Trace. It’s nice to meet you.”

“It’s nice to meet you too, Natasha. Thank you for keeping him safe when I couldn’t, I appreciate it more than you know.”

Phoenix was a little surprised when Bird brought her into a tight hug.

After the little meet and greet in the locker room, everyone was outside in the hanger getting ready to get in the jets.

Bird had her sky blue helmet on with the bird silhouette on the front with her callsign under and her squadron on the sides.

She wanted to have someone pat the top to ‘see if it works’ but didn’t want to ask anyone yet.

Bird saw Bo and looked away, there was no way she’d ask the man who had made a new crack in her heart not too long ago to do the preflight ritual with her.

“What’s wrong Bird?” asked Rooster as he stood by her plane.

“Nothin’, just missing old traditions we used to do before flying.”

“What did you do before?” he smiled, looking down at her.

“Used to smack the top of our helmets so we could ‘see if it was good’ and now I don’t have anyone to do that with.”

Without second thought, Rooster slapped his hand against the top of her helmet and whispered, “Good luck Bird. You don’t have to be scared to ask us to continue the traditions you did back in Lemoore, if they make you feel comfortable or a superstition you have we will help make you calm.”

Bird’s cheeks burned slightly, “Thank you Roos, I appreciate that.”

Bradley lightly pounds his fist on the top of her helmet again, “Anytime Bird. We’re all family now.”

She nods, looking away from him briefly before the other two men join them.

“Ready to fly Bird and Chicken?” asked Hangman, a smirk on his face.

“Yeah, Bagman, let’s get in the sky.”

It took a while but soon all were in the air with the oxygen masks on and communication was silent.

Bird was flanked by the men, all looking around for Maverick and seeing nothing.

“So what’s your story Birdie?”

“You don’t have to answer if you don’t wanna, Bird.”

“It’s fine. Grew up in the midwest, went to bootcamp and then after I graduated I went to Top Gun.”

“What about when you met Baby On Board?”

Rooster’s voice cracked through the radios, “Leave her alone, Bagman.

“Woah man, we’re just trying to get to know our fellow aviator Rooster.”

Bird rolled her eyes at the men, typical.

“I’ll leave that to Robert when the time comes and HE wants to tell you.”

“Ooooh, she’s super mad if she’s using your name and not your callsign huh Baby On Board?”

“Why do you always have to be a dickhead, Bagman?”

“I wouldn’t say ‘always,’ I did save your life Chicken.”

“He did,” echoed Coyote.

Rooster was quiet after that and started to go a little farther ahead of them.

They flew for a little longer in silence before Coyote voiced everyone’s concern, “Where’s Mav?”

All four of us looked around, not seeing anything. “Oh fuck, he’s under our noses.”

After that was said, Maverick came up from out of nowhere. “Good Afternoon Aviators.”

Bird was the first to move out of the way, Rooster following her and Hangman and Coyote breaking off to the left.

The fight was on.

It took twenty six minutes for Maverick to shoot all of us down.

If we were supposed to be the best of the best, how come it took so little time for him to beat us in a dog fight?

Bird got out of her jet, took off her helmet and then gripped it in her fist angrily. She knew she could be better than she performed today, otherwise she wouldn’t be back at Top Gun.

“Don’t let this bring you down, we all got our asses handed to us and I bet you everyone will today too.” Rooster shook her shoulders lightly and a smile on his face.

Hangman and Coyote came over to her plane again and praised her flying as they all made their way to the rec room where everyone else is.

Once inside the room and out of the blazing sun, she saw that Bob was still sitting right infront of the radio with eyebrows furrowed and bitting him lip.

What was he so worried about, he had no right to be for me. He lost it the day he broke my heart.

It was later in the day when everyone had failed and walking back to the locker rooms that everyone was talking and laughing together again.

“So Bird, would you like to go to the Hard Deck later?” asked Mickey, a smile on his face.

“No thank you, Mickey. I should unpack, I’m going to be here for a while.”

“Oh that’s great to hear, how long?” chirped Mouse.

“I’m here for six months, then wherever they send me afterwards.”

Lucky glares at Bob, angry at that he almost made her go away.

“We can help if you need?”

Bird smiled, “Thanks for the offer, but it won’t take too long.”

“Well if you end up needing help, don’t be afraid to call any of us.”

“She wouldn’t need you Bagman, Birdie has Mickey and me to help. Also stay away from my house or I’ll kick your ass.”

Jake put his arms up in mock surrender, eyes wide and a smirk on his lips.

The three of them went back inside the Hard Deck and grabbed the others and went out back to talk on the deck.

Once all of the aviators had sat down, Bob took a deep breath.

“I think I might owe y’all an explanation on why I’ve been acting so short tempered lately.”

“I’d say.”

“Shut up, let him speak!”

“Yeah, I wanna hear why.”

“Well, before we left for the mission, I was engaged,” he took his dogtags out of his shirt and showed the ring.

A dainty little gold ring that looked as if it was sticks with small diamonds decorating it was on the chain.

“To an aviator named Birdie. I broke off the engagement and then moved to San Diego a week later.”

Bob ran his hands in his already messed up hair, “So when Lucky was giving hints as to who the new member was, she was just reminding me of her. I didn’t want to think about Bird, so instead I got angry and shut everyone out. I’m sorry.”

“Why? Why break up with her, she’s a pilot too. She’d understand.”

Bob laughed sadly, “Because I’m in idiot. I don’t really want to get into it tonight.”

“Hate to break it to you Baby On Board, but I already kinda knew. Seriously, I mean, did you forget that I have access to personal and personnel records?” sassed Cinco.

“I’m so glad that you found your forever Bob and I can’t wait to meet her! What’s she like? Chirped Mouse.

Baylie took point in answering this, “She’s amazing, beautiful, fantastic, lovely, smart, funny, sweet…”

“Okay, we get it Bay, if we weren’t married you’d marry bird and make her one of your sister wives.”

“Damn right I would, too bad I’m stuck with your ugly ass.”

“Ouch.”

“Can we please get back to the matter at hand?”

Bay shrugged while Mickey put his hands up in mock surrender.

“As you were saying Bob?”

“I messed up and broke up with her the harshed way possible so she wouldn’t think about me when I was on the mission. And with her back in my life I can’t help but have those feelings again.”

“So you never got over her?” questioned Phoenix, eyebrows furrowed.

Bob shook his head, “No. She’s my everything. I’ve known her since I was eighteen, we met on the first day of bootcamp. I knew by the end of our first date that I was gonna marry her.”

Dragon and Whiskey just screamed in happiness at the confession, they had never really heard Bob speak so passionately about love before and wanted nothing more than to hear everything he had to say.

Mouse was the first to speak, “That’s really sweet and I’m happy you found someone who makes you feel like that, but…” she took a deep breath, trying to find the right words that wouldn’t offend him, “If that’s true, why did you end things with her?”

Lucky stood behind Mouse, arms crossed and head nodding to the words that the shy woman had said and added. “You really are a dumb motherfucker aren’t you Robert?”

Tom and Ron exchanged glances before nodding in agreement with their pseudo daughters, only to get smacked by their wives in the back of the head.

The other guys had awkwardly chugged their drinks and avoided eye contact with Bob, not wanting to be caught and having to defend the man.

Rooster, that sap, was the one to speak first, “Do you still want to marry her? Just hearing what you have to say about Bird tells me that you aren’t over her yet.”

Bob answered immediately, “Of course I still want to be with her and marry Bird. I have no doubt in my mind that’s always been her in my heart and always will be.”

“Then we’ll do everything we can do to help you get her back. I don’t speak for everyone, just for me, but I want to see you happy and I get the feeling that the only person who can make you happy, is Birdie.”

Bob smiles, a sight the Dagger Squad hadn’t seen for a while, “She does, she really, really does make me happy.”

Hangman slaps a hand over Bob’s shoulders, “I’ll help you Baby On Board.”

One by one they come up and touch Bob’s shoulders or the top of his head, all agreeing with Jake.

He gave a half smile now that he knew his friends were going to help, he felt his chances of getting his Bird back rise.

Not too long after that the crowd became too much for his wandering mind, so he went home.

The next day on base was awkward to say the least. He knew she was in San Diego, but what he didn’t know was when she would show up at Top Gun.

Maverick had already started the lesson with all of the high ups behind him and to the side.

There was a door being abruptly opened and everyone looked back as Vice Admiral Simpson spoke, “Nice of you to finally join us Lieutenant Hallett.”

She walked her way down the middle of the desks in the many rows that the other aviators sat at before she opened her mouth to no doubt sass the man.

“Birdie.” he whispered breathlessly, head casted down.

She sat down and the lesson went on while the others giggled or laughed behind hands or coughs.

Maverick picked four of us to go into the air for the first flight test and after a weird interaction in the hall to the locker rooms, everyone else crossed the tarmac and made their way in the break room.

Bob kept his sights on Bird the whole way, she glanced at him as she walked to her jet. He couldn’t get the thought out of his head. The happy memories that the two shared while back in Lemoore.

He missed the preflight ritual that they did, along with smiley and Athena. Bob gave a half-assed smile, but that didn’t last too long when he saw Bradley pat her on the head while she wore her helmet.

He can still remember the day that she got her helmet and designed it. Bird was so proud of herself, she hadn’t painted in years and was worried that it wouldn’t come out how she wanted.

Another great memory that he had made with her. Bob wasn’t really paying attention to the conversation from the radio, more on watching the sky and his Birdie fly like she belonged there.

When the exercise was over and the four pilots entered the recreation room, Bob’s focus came back into the world.

He was worried for her, he knew how taxing mentally it was to be called the best of the best, only to be shot down so quickly.

He knew that he had no right to be anxious about her. First this wasn’t a real mission, just a practice.

Secondly, she wasn’t his fiancee anymore, he held no claim to her. Especially after the way he acted the last week in Flordia.

Mickey patted his back as both got up and headed to the tarmac, pilots following their WSO’s, today was just going to be hard for him it seems.

After everyone had gone twice and shot down, both times, the day was over and everyone went to the locker room to change into civvies.

“So Bird, would you like to go to the Hard Deck later?” asked Mickey with a smile on his face as the group walked down the halls and to the parking lot.

“No thank you Mickey. I should unpack, I’m going to be here for a while.”

“Oh, that’s great to hear, how long?” chirped Mouse.

Bob was happy that she’d be staying, he really wanted to take the time and win her heart and trust back.

He felt Lucky’s anger through the glare she was giving him as they walked. Bob knew he deserved it ten times over.

Robert knew that once they heard the whole story, they’d hate him, Hell he hates himself still.

“We can help if you need?”

Bird smiled, “Thanks for the offer, but it won’t take too long.”

“Well if you end up needing help, don’t be afraid to call any of us.”

“She wouldn’t need you Bagman, Birdie has Mickey and me to help. Also stay away from my house or I’ll kick your ass.”

Jake put his arms up in mock surrender, eyes wide and a smirk on his lips. Bob rolled his eyes, he hates when Hangman’s ego acts up.

They all go their separate ways and plan to meet up a little later at The Hard Deck for drinks.

When Bob got home he immediately collected clean clothes from his bedroom and then got into the shower to wash away the day.

He didn’t feel like wearing his Khakis today at the bar so he opted out for an old Carhartt shirt, jeans, and that trucker hat he loves so much but never really wears anymore.

Bob grabbed his keys to the old Chevy truck and drove to the local Navy bar. After he parked, he didn’t really want to go inside, he knew by the cars that everyone is here again.

With a large sigh, he turned off the truck and went through the doorway of the building.

Immediately Bob spotted his found family and threw himself on the cushioned booth seat, surrounded by the group and handed a cup of water that had already been on the table.

Silence wasn’t something that the Dagger Squad did often, but when it was, it's because they were thinking.

It brought warmth to his heart that they actually wanted to help him, but also worried him for when they realized just what type of man he was.

Even if he only did what he did to not break her heart more if he didn’t make it from the Uranium mission alive.

He knew it was only a matter of time before they either kicked his ass or never talked to him again.

Which he deserves, no doubt in his mind about that.

Lucky being the biggest threat if the story got out, she already saw Birdie as a little sister and is protective of her.

He’s seen Baylie’s rage and never wants to be on the receiving end of it, but that might just be what happens.

Dragon was the first to speak after the silence had stopped, “So, what are you thinking about doing to get her back?”

Bob shakes his head chuckling nervously, “Honestly Dragon, I don’t have a Goddamn clue, Amanda won’t even look at me for longer than a second and barely talked to me today.”

“Oh yeah ‘Bo,’ she barely talked to you.”

His head snaps to Lucky, anger in his eyes. “You can’t call me that.”

Bob knows that Baylie won’t back down and he wouldn’t be surprised if she probably already knows the story or at least a little bit of it.

“How bout Bam? Can I call you Bam?” she questions sarcastically, Bird obviously told Mickey and her something about his childhood.

“No and you never call me anything but Robert or Bobby so stop using Birdie to get under my skin.”

“Why when it clearly works so well.” she smirked, the others around him smirking too.

They were all very entertained by this and he didn’t like that just bringing up something about his past could get him so angry.

“Children.” demanded Cinco, done with the fighting.

“Anyway,” said Dragon, getting them back on topic, “we need to start small, so she doesn’t get suspicious of what we’re doing.”

They all nodded, agreeing with her. Now they just have to brain storm ideas until they find the best one for Bob to start gaining Bird’s trust and friendship again.

Some ideas that were thrown out didn’t sound like something that Bob would do, more of a Jake thing.

Big gestures and an exclamation of how sorry he is, Bob is more of the quiet type, small gestures and slowly gaining the relationship back the right way.

It took many hours and many rounds of beer and water (for himself) before the group decided on a plan and paid their tabs before going home.

Bob stopped Mickey as they exited the bar, his friend slowly turned around, a smile on his face.

“How is she doing? Is she settingly in nicely?”

The other wizzo lightly slaps his back,“She’s doing good Bob and I’m not gonna lie to you, because you're my friend, she seems sad. She’s putting on a happy act for us, but we can see it in her eyes. Bird keeps busy around the house when we get home from base. If she can’t find anything to clean, she’s either in her room or walking Ozzy.”

Bob smiles, “Birdie has two brothers so she was the only sibling to actually clean when asked and her room was her get away from her brothers who pestered her a lot. I’m worried about her, Mickey. I hate to see her like this, this girl has been nothing but smiles and rainbows and I don’t think I’ve seen her this way except the last night I was in Lemoore.”

“Hey man, like I said yesterday, we’re gonna help you get her back. This is the first time I’ve seen you smile since the wedding and if she can do that by just being in the same room as you or even just being mentioned, I think what you have is worth the it.”

Bob gave Mickey a little side hug before they went to their cars. Lucky was in the front seat of the Garcia’s Jeep, blasting music and headbanging to the lyrics, making the men laugh.

He took off towards his house, listening to her favorite song and smiling like a total idiot.

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Two Plus Signs = We’re Parents!

A Papa Mine Drabble

Summary: After being married for a couple of years and no children, Tom & Rachael get a surprise in the form of a lil baby Baylie!

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Rachael and Tom had been married for three years and always dream of being a family one day, but after too many negative pregnancy tests, their dream seemed like it would never happen.

When she took the tests, it was more as a joke than anything. Rachael had seen a tik tok of women playing ‘Pregnancy Test Roulett’ and it looked like fun.

Both Jade and herself had felt off for the last couple of weeks and instead of being by theirselves and sad they decided that they would be together and support each other if the tests read negative.

They opened their tests, did their business, then put it in one box and waited the five minutes for the test to develop. Once the timer went off, the excitement and uncertainty coursed through their veins as Rachael ‘mixed’ the box and then held it out to Jade.

They counted to three and flipped the test over, Rachael’s was negative but the test in Jade’s hand had a clear as day solid pink cross in the window.

The women hugged and then stared at the test a while more before coming to the conclusion that they would have to retake the tests to find out which one is actually pregnant.

They wasted no time, grabbing a new test from a box and leaving to use the bathroom in different areas of the house then, they came back into the Masterbath and waited in anticipation for the timer to go off again.

The timer rings and they both rush to the counter to see the results. Jade looks at hers and feels upset, unlike Rachael and Tom, her and Ron had been actively trying for years to be blessed with a child again after losing the twins.

Rachael felt bad about her amazing news, but knew that Jade would put her own grieving aside for her friend for now. Rachael was sobbing, finally feeling the excitement roll away like an afternoon tide and the worry and fear come in.

Then came the thought of what Tom would say about this. He never had the best relationship with his own father and that scared him on the type of dad he would be for his children. Rachael knew he’d be the best dad to however many children they have in the future.

It wasn’t long till the chaotic pair came up with a fantastic way to tell Tom the news while he’s up in the air with the boys doing drills.

Rachael put the positive tests in her purse before the two women left to go to the dollar store. The little corner shop wasn’t very busy, being that it was the afternoon when they arrived.

Rachael gave a bare description of her idea to Jade before the women split up and went searching for the items they needed for the surprise.

Once they were done, Rachael & Jade drove to the base and walked to the men’s locker room.

She found Tom’s space quickly and put in the combination, opening it and the women started to decorate. When they finished, they left the base soon before the guys landed and came to clean up.

Rachael and Jade giggled like school girls as they scurried to the car, making everyone in the hallways stare at them crazily. The car ride home had the same energy as when they left, chaotic and wonderful.

Both women were excited for the next chapter in their lives and knew that they would be there for each other no matter what.

Rachael couldn’t wait for Tom to come home and for them to celebrate the small life growing in her.

As she waited for Tom to come home Rachael covered herself with many blankets and was surrounded by lots of different snacks while she watched some Disney movies.

The time would pass slowly, but maybe that’s what she needed from all the excitement that the day brought.

When she woke up by her loving husband, she was confused by what time it was. Rachael could’ve remembered it was only two when she fell asleep and now it’s six.

That power nap took longer than expected, did she not hear her alarm?

Tom chuckled at her as he bent down and kissed her, when he came back up for air he reached behind himself to the coffee table and grabbed the gift bag, then placed it softly in her lap.

“I want spicy pizza for dinner, does that sound good to you?”

Tom nodded, “For you, I’d do anything babe.”

“What's this? You didn’t get me anything right?” asked Rachael when she finally saw the bag in her lap.

“No, when I got into base today the guys had gifts for us waiting in my locker. They’re excited for the first kid of the squad to be born.”

“Well Bradley’s four so their a little late on that front don’t you think Tom?” she replied, a small smirk on her beautiful features.

Tom just rolled his eyes at his wife and nodded towards the bag, “Open it, I’ll start dinner while you’re doing that. I think you’ll love the gifts.”

Rach grabs his arm before he can walk away completely, “No, stay with me. I want you by my side.”

Tom snuggled in under the blankets and sat back watching her as she reacted to each gift. Rachael was amazed by the small clothes and other baby things that the guys, most likely their wives or girlfriends, picked out for Tom and herself.

The squad had big hearts but didn’t show it very often due to the cutthroat competition that the Navy brought in and off of the bases.

Both Rachael and Tom had met during one of the biggest competitions in their lives, being at Top Gun and graduating first was a great honor to have under your belt.

Unfortunately Rachael didn’t win but what she did get out of the experience is lifelong friendships and the love of her life.

After the gifts where opened and one last kiss from Ice he walked to the kitchen to start making the spicy pizza she asked for. Rach got up, much to Tom’s displeasure and sat at the bar to watch him.

“You know I don’t need supervision on pizza right? You can’t really mess it up unless you're an idiot like Leonard or Rick.” smirked Tom as he started to lather sauce on the premade dough.

Rachael giggled, “They may be idiots but I think even those boys could handle making a pizza.”

It was low and under his breath, but she did hear a ‘unlikely without at least a little supervision from Duckie or Crick.’

The kitchen echoed the couple’s laughter around, the sound bouncing off the walls as they continued to joke. As the laughter died down it was finally time for the pizza to go into the oven.

Rachael went back to the couch and turned the television to The Great British Bakeoff. They could watch this and snuggle while the food was cooking.

After the timer was set, Tom came back into the living room and sat next to her, laying his head on her lap like he did earlier. Rachael started to run her fingers gently in his blond locks, humming a small tune to herself as she did.

Rachael couldn’t ask for a better husband or father for her child and couldn’t wait for this precious baby to come into their lives and all the chaos that will undoubtedly happen.

Tom and Ron were just out of the jet when they heard that their wives had been here and left not too long ago. They were wary when they entered the locker room, all the guys were. Rachael and Jade are known around base as the Chaotic Duo.

Everything looked the same, nothing out of place that they could remember. Tom opened his locker and was greeted with pink and blue streamers, a sign that read ‘HI DADDY’ and a grainy black and grey picture with a small bean like shape.

This confused Tom, he couldn’t wrap his head around what all of this meant, he was a smart man, if he said so himself, but this had him stumped.

Ron was curious about what had the great Tom Kazansky frozen and with a confused face, so he walked over and saw the sign, “We didn’t need to know the kinky shit that goes on in your bedroom Kazansky.”

This caught more pilots’ attention and they made their way to his locker. Goose was the first to speak from the new crowd, “Oh, congrats Ice! Im glad that Bradley will have a buddy to play with now.” Goose clapped him on the back as the others cheered and hollered for him.

Tom was still staring at the little picture, ignoring everyone else until the seemingly last two braincells finally rubbed together and clicked. Rachael was pregnant. Rachael was pregnant and he would be a father, this scared him to death.

He doesn’t want to be just like his father and be strict and abusive to his family, but he knew that Rachael wouldn’t have married him if he was.

Tom had that little grainy picture in his hand as he left the base, mind constantly on the little bean from the photo. He was going to be a father, and he couldn’t be more happy about it.

Once he was safely inside the house from prying eyes, he ran around and tried to find his wife. Rach sat in the kitchen, dinner already fixed and table set. He ran up to her, picking her up and spun around before letting her down and kissing her passionately.

Tom was so in love with her and knew that he’d love this baby just as much. When dinner was done and leftovers put away, the adrenaline had mostly worn off and he went back to that dark headspace of being like his own father.

Rach sat on the couch with Tom’s head in her lap, softly combing his hair while they watched a movie. She looked down and saw that concerned face on her husband, stopping her movements in his hair. “What’s the matter baby?”

Tom turned his body to look at her head-on, voicing his dilemma to his wonderful and understanding wife. “I’m scared I’ll end up being like my father and I don’t want to be like him to my own kids.”

Rachael smoothed his hair back, kissing his cheek, “You take such good care of me and you’ll take such good care of them too.”

He tried to speak, but Rach cut him off before he could protest, “You, Thomas Kazansky, are nothing like your father and you’ll be the best dad in the world, I just know it.”

Tom couldn’t help the tears that split over the heartwarming words of encouragement from his amazing wife. She would never truly know how much that meant to him.

The couple spent the rest of the night in each other’s arms, not wanting to ever let go. Tom’s hand never left Rachael’s stomach while they lie together in bed that night.

The next day, Tom went into base with his head clear of doubt and acted like nothing had happened yesterday. He would put on that ‘Ice cold’ persona he always had while at work and get through the day so he could go back to spoiling his wife and unborn child.

Tom entered the locker room and opened his cubby, making the horribly stacked presents inside fall to the ground. He picked them up and carefully looked at each one. Maybe they put them in the wrong locker, but Tom couldn’t remember if it was anyone’s birthday from the squadron.

As he was looking around the guys settled and smiled or smirked at him as he continued to try to figure this mystery out.

Tom just didn’t understand why they would be giving him gifts, it wasn’t his birthday, that wasn’t until the next coming year.

Finally Ron had enough of his pilot’s stupidity, “They’re for you, surprisingly, you’re the first one in this new squadron to be a dad on purpose.”

Goose started to protest but was silenced quickly with realization that Bradley had been born some years prior to the squad’s union.

“Go ahead and open them Ice,” Mav clapped his shoulders and handed him a present that had been on the floor previously.

He was cautious as he ripped open the gift paper and the box, finding a hat inside that read ‘#1 Dad’. Ice will never omit it, but a few tears did sneak out at the gift.

Everyone around him thought that he’d be a great dad too, which was the reassurance he never knew he would need.

The pilots who had become like brothers to him and his wife had faith that he could be the best of the best in fatherhood too.

Tom knew that his little family would have so much love and support from the start and he couldn’t ask for a better found family.

“Those better be happy tears man, you’re gonna be a dad!”

“You're gonna love it, it's the best life experience ever, trust me.”

Tom opened the next gift, finding a baby sized flight suit and aviator sunglasses. “Rach is gonna love this, she’s hoping that the kid likes to fly like their parents.”

“Knowing you Ice, the kid’s gonna love being in the sky.” The room erupted in laughter, agreeing whole heartily with Sundown’s comment.

Tom opened a few more gifts before saying his thank yous and they were all called to a meeting with Viper about drills and manuvers that they could use during missions.

After the busy day all Tom wanted to do was lay his head on his wife’s lap and be near the two of them. He gathered his dufflebag and the gifts from the guys and went home.

Tom couldn’t wait for Rachael’s reaction to what the guys had given him earlier that day.

He knew that Rach would have a field day on the little clothes and toys, just like he did. Tom wasted no time in arriving at his house and finding his wife sitting on the couch under a massive pile of blankets with all kinds of snacks around her sleeping form.

He couldn’t help but think she was an angel sent down for him from God himself with how beautiful she looked. He regrettably had to wake her so he could show the presents and to ask what she wanted for dinner.

He had woke her up and greeted her with a sweet kiss before he had handed her the gift bag out of his duffle.

As Rachael pulled out each item, she laughed and awed at the thoughtfulness of the men they worked with. The last gift that she saw was a blush pink hat that said ‘#1 Mom,’ which had her crying.

The group of pilots had a high admiration for the couple. Tom had pulled out the matching ‘#1 Dad’ hat and placed it on his head, doing the same to Rach and kissing her softly.

They had no doubt that they could be the best parents for this baby.

Birdie’s Basket: @dragon-kazansky @whiskeyswriting @bayisdying @faerieroyal @tngrace

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Whiskey Bottles & Wild Flowers Masterlist:

Leonard ‘Wolfman’ Wolfe x Amanda ‘Cricket’ Pruitt

Rick ‘Hollywood’ Neven x Baylie ‘Duckie’ Pruitt ( @bayisdying )

Warnings: fluff & angst. Redneck activities(?)

After Months of being deployed, Leonard comes home to a childhood friend who hasn’t talked to him since he was 18 and shipped off to basic. While he was gone she had wrote letters to him but never got any response back. Unknown to her, something went wrong with the mailing service and he never got the letters to begin with. So when he comes home and expects open arms and warms hugs from his best friend, only to get the cold shoulder. He knows something’s wrong, but he can’t get her to talk to him at all. Will a heart to heart when a thunderstorm makes it way towards them and strands them in the family barn help heal their relationship?

Thank you @switchbladedreamz @bayisdying for helping!

1. Fool Me Once, Shame On Me. Fool Me Twice, Shame on You.

2. Mess With the Bill, You Get the Horns.

3. My Boots Might Be Tiny, But Oh Lord Am I Mighty!

4. Brands & Belt Buckles

5. Boots With The Spurs

6. Idiot! You Forgot Gas?!

7. Dressed In My Sunday Best

8. Cowboys & Angels

9. One Piece At A Time

10. Shotgun! The Front Seat? No, My Dad, Dumbass!

11. Breakin’ Colts On A Hot Summer Day

12. Tin Roof Singin’

13. Feel The Mud Between My Toes As We Dance In The Rain Together

14. Drive Safe, Cowboy. I’ll Still Be Here When You Get Back

15. Rodeo Romeo

16. Haylofts & Forgiveness

17. She’s The Reason For Leaving On My Porch Light

18. Whippoorwills & Love Confessions

19. Listen To Strait; Love Without End, Amen Baby.

20. I May Be From A Small Town, But I’ll Follow You Wherever You Go, Cowboy

Meet The Characters:

Duos:

Busch & Jack Pruitt|Beau & Katherine Pruitt|

TK & Chloe|Duckie & Cricket|John & Ruth Wolfe|

Spencer & Quinn Henderson|——

Forever 🏷️ list: @bayisdying @switchbladedreamz @dragon-kazansky @mrsjaderogers @sweetlittlegingy

🏷️ list: @luckyladycreator2 @lisedanie

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Arms Wide Open, Catch Me If I Fall: Meet Raven ‘Mouse’ Fischer

Raven had been interested in the sky since she was a child. Her father was a Naval Administer and mother an Elementary School Teacher.

Mouse’s parents were very supportive of her dreams, but knew very early in her life that she was neurodivergent.

When Raven was nine she was officially diagnosed with Autism.

With this, she did have questions; like would this make people think she was stupid or hurt her dream of being a pilot.

High school was hard for our little Mousey, the students and teachers didn’t treat her with the respect she deserved.

They didn’t understand why she was the way she is and did nothing to accommodate to her way of learning.

The next big challenge in her life was joining up in the Naval Academy. It took some time but she was accepted.

While at the academy Raven met the tall, sea green eyed Texan, Jake Seresin.

Jake was the only person who would hang out with Raven outside of training and gave her the callsign of ‘Mouse.’

It was because of her love for Disney Movies, small statue, and shy personality.

The next time Mouse sees Hangman, it’s when the Uranium Mission called all of the best of the best to Miramar.

It wouldn’t be until after the mission that Mouse and the team realized that Bob was pulling away.

They never really understood why Bob was acting out until six months later when Birdie arrived.

The Squad wouldn’t fully know the story about the breakup because of how quiet the ex-couple was.

But after a bad night for both Bob and Bird, the truth comes out and no one is very happy with Robert.

Check out Raven’s story here: meet Raven

Dragon’s Angels📻: @dragon-kazansky @mrsjaderogers @starlit-epiphany @bayisdying @gracespicybradshaw

Birdie’s Basket: @mrsjaderogers

🏷️ list: @luckyladycreator2

#birdslibrary #birdsmasterlist #callmemana #not my oc #raven mouse fischer #series #meet the characters #awo: mlist #omaha x mouse #arms wide open catch me if i fall series

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The Marked Ones: Admiral Thomas Kazansky

Unidentified Mutant: Admiral Thomas Kazansky

Age: 28

Family: Commander Rachael Kazansky, wife.

Code name: Iceman

Power: Thermokinesis

Alignment: rebel.

#birdslibrary #birdsmasterlist #callmemana #the marked ones #tmo: mlist #meet the characters #not my oc #tom iceman kazansky #series #the chaos squad fics #the chaos squad #superhero au #iceman x dragon

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callmemana · 1 year

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Arms Wide Open, Catch Me If I Fall

Chapter 1: If You Love Something Set It Free

Robert ‘Bob’ Floyd x Amanda ‘Birdie’ Hallett (OC)

Mickey ‘Fanboy’ Garcia x Baylie ‘Lucky’ Steele ( @bayisdying ) (OC)

Tom ‘Iceman’ Kazansky x Rachael ‘Dragon’ Kazansky ( @dragon-kazansky ) (OC)

Ron ‘Slider’ Kerner x Jade ‘Whiskey’ Kerner ( @mrsjaderogers ) (OC)

Word Count: 5k

🚨 Warnings: nothing just angst & fluff

A/N📋: dividers by @sligheach-sidhe , cover by me ( @callmemana ).

Thank you to @mrsjaderogers for proof reading!

She’s not going to lie, when she first went to bootcamp, she was scared. The bus dropped her and about thirty other people off at the grounds where there was probably close to hundred other young adults.

So, She adjusted her frames on the bridge of her nose, got her duffle and went to find her group and Drill Sergeant.

She looked around and found that she’s not the only one who has glasses.

In the back there was a guy; lean and tall, with dirty blond hair, and birth control goggles. He was quiet and could be seen shifting his weight from one foot to another.

She was no better, showing her nerves by humming quietly to herself and fidgeting with her fingers.

It wasn’t very long before they started the training. To start, the group did a twenty mile run around the buildings, it was something that shoud’ve been easy for the recuits.

At the end the man with glasses and herself stopped by each other and folded at the waist, trying to catch their breaths.

She looked over and saw the man already looking her way, “Guess I’m not the only one who wasn’t ready for that run.”

She hummed her agreement, “Yeah, you’d think that with all the sports I played, a little run shouldn’t affect me like it did.”

“I get that, between baseball and swimming, my lungs should be able to adapt to this.” both laughed at the irony, still hunched over.

Once she caught her breath, she stuck her hand out for him to shake, which he gladly took a hold of.

“Amanda Hallett. It’s nice to make a friend while we’re here.” “Likewise, Robert Floyd.” and with that, an unbreakable bond was made between the two.

Amanda alway had a tune in her head and would hum or sing it whenever she felt certain emotions or needed to concentrate on a task.

The Drill Sergeant and other higher ups always on her case about being quiet.

So when it came to callsigns, it wasn’t a big surprise to anyone when Robert gave her ‘Birdie,’ for she always sounded beautiful when she sang and never wanted to be caged or muted.

As for Robert, nowadays you’d be shocked to know how he got his. The night before graduation, Smiley had convinced Robert to play a prank on the Commanding Officer.

So, that night or more early morning, Smiley and Robert snuck into the CO’s office and rigged an airhorn to the back of his door and loosened some of the screws in his chair and desk.

The next day, everyone was woken up by the airhorn and the curses of the Commanding Officer, everyone knew who was the culprit, and Robert was branded with “Big Ol’ Balls.”

After graduation was over Bob went and found Birdie.

Once he had finally found her, he excused them and lead her to somewhere private.

“Look Bird, I know that you’re my best friend and I wouldn’t change that for the world. I can’t help but think that we could be something else, more than friends. But, if you don’t see me that way, I totally understand and respect that.”

“Who said I didn’t feel the same way?” “I…I…I didn’t really ask anyone-” “Then don’t assume that I don’t like you too, Bo. And I mean as more than friends.”

Bird gave a small smile as she looked down at her dress shoes and tried to push the fly-aways behind her ear. Robert just fixed his glasses, as heat flushed his face.

When both could calm their nerves and control the heat on their cheeks, Robert finally asked, “Would you like to go on a date with me Mana?”

Her smile grew in size, “I’d love to, Bo.” the two shared a look before being called away by separate groups of their friends.

It had been their third date when Robert had gained the confidence to take the next step into their relationship.

They could hear Ozzy, her mini goldendoodle, while they stood on the perch of her doorstep.

She had her back against one of the beams that held up part of the roof and Robert had her pinned between that and himself.

Bird could tell he wanted to kiss her, but was still too cautious about being together.

Inside the house sounded the food bowl thrown and the dog whined. Birdie was just about to go to check when Robert took that chance and kissed her while distracted.

It took her a couple of seconds to figure out that, ‘yes, in fact, her best friend was kissing her.’ and began to reciprocate the kiss.

The kiss was soft, sweet, passionate, and long. Robert might never know this, but it was the best that Bird’s ever recieved.

When they both had to stop to refill their lungs, the two couldn’t stop smiling at each other.

Ozzy scratches at the door, breaking up the love fest a little too early if you as them.

Bird rolled her eyes good naturally and pointed with her thumb at the door, “I should probably go feed the big baby before he causes a riot over being fed late. I had so much fun Bo, thank you.”

“I had fun too, I’m glad that you agreed to the date. I’ll let you go so the big baby can eat.”

Before she could even reach for the door handle, Bob had pulled her back towards him and kissed her lips again.

When it ended this time, she went inside and watched out the window as Bob’s truck pulled out of the driveway and onto the road.

The first time Bob had said those three little words, it had been an accident.

They had just finished The Empire Strikes Back and are quoting their favorite scenes when Bob stops laughing, but still sports a smile, and studies her face.

She looks beautiful with happy tears forming at the corner of her eyes as she continues to laugh and before he can catch himself, he whispers, “I love you.”

Bird is just as surprised by this confession as he is, but doesn’t show it when she quickly replies, “I know.”

A small smirk grazes her lips before leaning in for a kiss, soft and sweet.

That night, cuddled up together and the Star Wars movies playing, couldn’t have been a better night to finally say those scary little words to each other while doing their favorite thing.

This also happens to be the night that Robert finally officially meets Ozzy, Bird’s mini goldendoodle.

Athena, Bird’s best friend and roommate, had taken Ozzy out for a walk while the two watched movies, but it seemed that Ozzy had other plans.

She had known, before getting Ozzy, that the breed is very intelligent. So, it shouldn’t be an astonishment that he had faked being tired, and made Athena take him home.

Once the door opened, Ozzy raced to see the visitor and accidently stepped somewhere he shouldn’t have, making Bob groan and hunch over in pain.

“Bo, are you alright? Ozzy, go to Thena, now!” the dog did as commanded and trotted back to Athena, where she took off his lease and fed him dinner.

“Do you need anything? Pain meds, ice, um…”

Bob unclenched his eyes, “Ice would be good, thanks Bird.” and with that, Bird got up and went to the kitchen to get him the ice.

She opened the freezer door and couldn’t find any ice cubes, so she grabbed a pack of peas and high tailed it back to the living room.

“There you go, I’m sorry about Ozzy. He’s crazy, that’s why I named him after Ozzy Osborn.”

A chuckle was heard from beside her, “Makes sense, Ozzy is known for his craziness in the music industry.”

“Who’d think that sweet little Robert Floyd was a heavy metal fan.” smiled Bird as she got comfortable again.

“I have a lot of secrets that would shock you Angel.” smirked Bob as he looked into her blue eyes.

The day that Bird had met his parents, was a crazy day in itself. Bob had told her that he was planning to go home to Wyoming for Thanksgiving, and that his mother invited her to come too.

At first she was nervous, not really knowing much about the Floyd clan, but Bob reassured her that she was welcomed and knew more than she thought about his family.

The flight was short, but still Bird was on edge. I mean, this was her BOYFRIEND’S family that she was meeting for the first time.

She was nervous as hell about what they’d think about her!

Bob, the sweetheart that he was, held her hand and whispered honeyed words into her ear the whole distance from the airport to his childhood home.

When they finally arrived, he kissed her hand that was gripped in his, before he got out and opened her door for her.

The first out of the house was two young women, no more than nineteen and seventeen.

“You must be Bam’s girlfriend! Oh lord is Mama gonna be upset when she realizes that you didn’t tell us that she was this pretty Robert!”

“Izzy,” he warned but she shook her hand as if to say, ‘whatever.’

“Anyway, it's a pleasure to meet you! I’m Isabella, and this is our little sister Chloe.” “It's nice to meet y’all too, I’m Amanda.”

She held out her hand for a shake, but instead was pulled into a bone crushing hug from the sisters.

The next two out were men, one on the older side, but not much more than Bob or Bird. The other was young, most likely the youngest sibling in the pack.

Bob whispered into her ear, “The older dumbass is Austin, and his equally as stupid, but shorter doppleganger, is Colton.”

Bird laughed to herself as the eldest came up to Bob and put him in a headlock, while the other gave him a noogie.

When they did see the pretty girl next to him, they stopped horsing around and straightened up.

The eldest spoke first, “Well I’ll be damned, Bam got himself a pretty little diamond, ain’t he?” “Yessir, I’d say she’s even outta his league.”

The group was too engaged with each other to see the parents exit the house, “Now boys, don’t be causin’ no trouble while Bam’s girlfriend’s visitin, y’all promised to be on yer best behavior!”

“Yes ma’am.” and as if to mock their brother, gave a half-assed saulute.

“You must be Amanda, he talks a bunch about you! I oughta kick his behind, Robert James, why didn’t you tell us she was this pretty!”

Robert’s cheeks flushed bright red in embarrassment, “I did Ma, I swear.”

“Now son, I’d say that's a lie if I ever heard one! Letter after letter you never said anything other than ‘my friend Birdie.’ and now that we seen her, you should’ve been more descriptive, didn’t they teach you that in English class?”

“It’s nice to meet y’all Mr. and Mrs. Floyd, I’m Amanda, but you probably know me better as ‘Birdie’.” again, she stuck her hand out for a shake, only to be pulled into a hug.

“Oh darlin’ it's nice to meet you too!” “Don’t worry about all that ‘Mr and Mrs Floyd’ crap! You can call us Joe and Kacey,” stated Joe.

“Ok, i will try to remember that. Thank you for inviting me to your family dinner.”

“Nonsense girl, you’re family now! Come on in and make yourself at home, I’ll have the Bam show you around later.”

Then in a conspiring whisper, “I’ll even bring out some of Bam’s old baby pictures later tonight before bed.”

Bird laughed loudly at the woman, she knew she was more than just ‘Bam’s Girlfriend’ at that point, but seen as a family member.

The next big event in their relationship was when they moved in with each other.

It was seem as a traumatic for both female aviators when Athena’s long-term boyfriend, now fiance, Lucas had asked her to move in with him.

Tears and hugs were hourly at that day, both men and Smiley over the crying and the girls not helping.

But once the packing and unpacking was over, Bird had invited Bob to stay the night, knowing he was beyond tired to drive home safely.

“I don’t know how I’m going to afford this apartment by myself now that Thena’s gone, maybe I need a new roommate.” casually stated Bird.

“I can help with fliers if you need-” she cut him off with a smile, “No, Idiot, I’m trying to ask you to move in with me.”

Comically, as if in a cartoon, Bob realizes the words that were spoken and eyes widen, “OH! I…I guess… I guess I could move into here with you, if that's what you really want. I don’t want to force or go too fast for our relationship.”

Birdie cut him off from his ramble with a kiss, “I suggested it Bo, I think we can do this. But if you're not comfortable with it, we can wait. No harm done.”

He scrambles to an upright position, kisses her quick and hard, “I’d love nothing more than to move in with you Amanda Birdie Hallett.”

“Good, Robert BOB Floyd, you're mine for a long time now. No escaping.”

He leans down and presses his lips against hers again, softer then before, “I wouldn’t have it any other way Bird, you're the Leia to my Han.”

“Don’t flatter me with Star Wars, I was yours before that and I’ll be yours til the end.” “Oh, so it's Marvel now huh? Am I Bucky or Steve?”

Birdie’s face lit up in a smile, “I’m obviously Steve, I can do this all day. You, Bucky Barnes, are with me til the end of the line. Even with my chaos, I know you love me.”

“You wouldn’t be you without your chaotic self Angel, at this point I’m just here for the ride.” “Damn straight,” replied Bird with a kiss of her own to his cheek, which turned into a raspberry.

Laughter erupted throughout the house, Ozzy joining in with howls of his own.

After a while, the laughter settled into giggles, which eventually turned to comfortable silence.

“I love you,” uttered Bird as she watched Bob with glazed eyes. “I know,” replied Bob, leaning down to give Bird an actual kiss to her lips, and like always, it was soft and sweet.

Bird was so happy with how her life was going and wouldn’t change anything if it meant never meeting the guy of her dreams, Robert James Floyd.

He had done so much for her that she could never thank that darling man enough for. He showed her what a boyfriend should be like, every other ex she’s had treated her like trash.

Bob treated her like a Goddess and it took a while for Bird to warm up to the affection he showed and gave her, even when they were just friends. Now Bird can’t get enough of his love.

Bob and Birdie had been dating for about a year and a half when they had been asked to Top Gun.

Bob and Smiley were a foxtrot team, while Birdie and Athena were solos and wingmen.

Every day would start the same, Athena asking Bird what they were gonna do today and Bird would reply with ‘the same thing we do everyday Thena, try to take over the world!’ and with Bird getting screamed at by Cyclone.

He didn’t like the chaos that she brought to the base, absolutely hated it.

Said she reminded him of some of his old pilot friends… Wyvern and Whitney?

Something close to that maybe, and their husbands, Ice and Slider.

It didn’t start out as hate, but after he unintentionally bought a ticket to a PDA show featuring yours truly and his girlfriend, you could say that’s when it began.

Honestly, Birdie thought that the hallway wasn’t that travelled and dragged Bob to it.

It was coinicident that as they happened to be having a heated make-out session that Cyclone had to walk down said path.

“Leiutendant Junior Grade Floyd, Leiutendant Junior Grade Hallett, I think its best for all of us if you discontinue having each other’s tongues down one another’s thoats and get back to the hanger.”

Bob’s face was flushed while Bird smirked, “Well Cyclone, you know that if we wanted an audience, we’d stayed in the hanger to begin with.”

Bob pushed Bird to the next hall, embarrassment at being caught evident on his face.

“Seriously Bird, you can’t just sass the higher rank, that’s like career suicide!” Bob whispered.

Bird waved it off, “Bo, I love you, but it's Cyclone. The worst he can do is kick me out or relocate me.”

“I don’t want either to happen, so please, just for me?” he begged, but she just rolled her eyes good naturally.

“Fine, just for you. I love you.” “I know.”

Today was no different than the last, they got up at the ass crack of dawn, got ready for the day, went to work, and Bird would hop on him back as they walked into the hanger.

Cyclone gave the two a glare, making Bob slightly losen his grip on Bird, and she would blow him sarcastic kisses.

Warlock stood in the corner with a smile on his face.

As they all sat down, the bit started, “What is on the agenda for today Bird?” “The same thing we do every day Thena, try and take over the world!”

Laughs could be heard from around the ‘classroom’ as a sharp, “Lieutenant Junior Grade Hallett, I’d like to not have to reprimand you today, so please, keep the unneeded behavior to a minimum.”

“And Sir, I’d like for you to take the stick outta your-” but she couldn’t finish, not with Bob’s hand covering her mouth.

Without a second thought, Bird licks his hand. He gives her a ‘really?’ look as Cyclone clears his throat to start.

He would be the first to emit that when it comes to relationships, he’s not the smartest.

Like when Bird casually invited him to live with her. He didn’t have the braincells to think about what she was trying to ask him.

He had been doing physical labor all day will little help from Smiley, he was so tired he moved like a caveman.

Bob was so relieved when Birdie asked him to stay the night, which wouldn’t be the first time, but it would be with a totally empty house.

“I don’t know how I’m going to afford this apartment by myself now that Thena’s gone, maybe I need a new roommate.”

Casually stated Bird as she made a pattern between massaging and playing with his hair. The actions lulling him to sleep.

“I can help with fliers if you need-” she cut him off with a smile, “No, Idiot, I’m trying to ask you to move in with me.”

Bob rises up to his elbows with wide eyes as realizes the words that were spoken and nervously, “OH! I…I guess… I guess I could move into here with you, if that's what you really want. I don’t want to force or go too fast for our relationship.”

Birdie cut him off from his ramble with a kiss, one he was more than happy to receive.

“I suggested it Bo, I think we can do this. But if you're not comfortable with it, we can wait. No harm done.”

He scrambles to an upright position, sitting up he kisses her quick and hard, “I’d love nothing more than to move in with you Amanda Birdie Hallett.”

“Good, Robert BOB Floyd, you're mine for a long time now. No escaping.”

He leans down and presses his lips against hers again, softer then before, “I wouldn’t have it any other way Bird, you're the Leia to my Han.” he jokes.

“Don’t flatter me with Star Wars, I was yours before that and I’ll be yours til the end.”

“Oh, so it's Marvel now huh? Am I Bucky or Steve?” He asked, curious.

Birdie’s face lit up in a smile. Bob’s does too, knowing how much she loves to talk about nerdy things and fandoms,“I’m obviously Steve, I can do this all day. You, Bucky Barnes, are with me til the end of the line. Even with my chaos, I know you love me.”

He rolled his eyes, of course he’d be Bucky. He’s always getting her out of trouble or fighting someone to keep her safe.

“You wouldn’t be you without your chaotic self Angel, at this point I’m just here for the ride.”

“Damn straight,” replied Bird with a kiss of her own to his cheek, which turned into a raspberry. He closed his eyes and wiped at the slobber now on his cheek.

Laughter erupted throughout the house, Ozzy joining in with howls of his own.

After a while, the laughter settled into giggles, which eventually turned to comfortable silence.

“I love you,” uttered Bird as she watched Bob with glazed eyes. “I know,” replied Bob, leaning down to give Bird an actual kiss to her lips.

He savored the feeling like he always did when he kissed her, he was addicted and this is one drug he wasn’t giving up anytime soon.

When Bob met Amanda’s parents, he was sure that they were just middleclass rednecks.

It had rained a couple of days before, so when the introductions were done, the eldest brother slapped his hand on Bob’s shoulder and handed him a helmet.

No explanation, but the other three goons were laughing like hyenas.

Trent, the eldest brother and sibling of the three children, ran to the garage and started the side by side.

Evan, the youngest of the siblings followed with a sled and a sketchy looking rope.

Bird, his lovely bird, took the helmet from his hands, kissed him, put it on his head gently, strapped it, and then slapped and tried to move the helmet to see if it stayed.

Which it did. Thank GOd.

As soon as the side by side came out of the garage, a sled surprisingly expertly tied to the back.

Bob just knew what his Girlfriend’s crazy brother’s were up to.

But he loved Birdie so much that if her crazy redneck brothers wanted to have fun, he’d join in, for a while.

What he wasn’t anticipating was having so much damn fun!

The four of them took turns on the back of the sled as the other three were in the side by side going over hills as fast as they could and taking tight turns.

The rain added a slick surface that made it fun to try to knock off the person on the sled as the driver.

Don’t get Bob wrong, he’d been on a ranch all of his life, but the only fun that the three Floyd brother’s took apart of was working the cattle and drinking when the sun got low.

Bob worked hard to get out of the small town he grew up in. He wanted to travel and experience things he never would’ve while in Wyoming.

With Bird, he knows that he’s already found his adventure he’d been wanting. Every day something new, and he loves it.

Asking Nicholas Hallett for his only daughter’s hand in marriage, scared Bob to the grave.

At this point of their relationship, they’d been together for three years, living together for one.

Most couples are together for a year and a half, then get married.

It’s not because Bob didn’t think Bird wasn’t the one, that’s not possible.

It was more on the account of being scared of what her father and brothers would say.

Growing up, his Ma had drilled into his head, ‘when you meet the right girl, you ask her father before given’ her a ring. It’s about respect.’

So, he was gonna be respectful to Mr. Hallett and meet on his turf.

Bob had told Birdie that he was going to go home for a couple of days because he missed his parents, and told his Pa and Ma what he planned on doing, and to try to keep Bird from figuring it out.

He had also called Kathleen to tell her what he was visiting for and to please keep it a secret from Nick and from Bird.

He rang the doorbell when he arrived, even though the Hallett’s had insisted that he just walk in.

Bob heard shouts from inside and then the door opened, revealing the man in question.

“Well hello there, what brings you here today Robert? Is my daughter hiding somewhere again?”

Bob chuckled, “No sir, I'm here by lonesome. I have an important question to ask of you.”

Nick leans against the doorframe and crosses his arms, “I had a feeling one of these days you’d get around to askin’ that.”

Bob gulps visibly, “Sir, I’d like to ask you if I could have your daughter’s hand in marriage.” within seconds, Nick’s face went from stern to happy as ever.

He shook Bob’s hand and laughed, gleefully, “Oh, of course son! I’d be happy to have you as a son in law. I only have one request, don’t go breakin’ my little girl’s heart okay? She’s only got one and it’s been hurt a couple of times, but I know when I look at her that you’ve healed some of the wounds from her past battles.”

Bob tried not to cry as he listens to Nick’s plea as he’s wrapped up in a tight hug between Bird’s parents.

He knew that she’d been hurt before, but never heard how bad.

With new light on the subject of her heart, Bob uttered, “You have no worry about me Mr. Hallett. I wouldn’t dream of hurting Bird like the others before me, I love her so much that it pains me not being there for her when she needs anything. She’s my whole damn galaxy and I wouldn’t trade her for the world.”

“That’s what I like to hear son, thank you for loving my baby girl.”

“No, thank you. You have an amazing daughter and I can’t imagine my life without her. She brings me so much joy and laughter that I can’t breathe some days.”

You know that feeling when your’re about to start the rest of your life with the woman you love?

Is it nervousness? Excitement? Bob will probably never know for sure which one he was more of at the moment.

Lies, it was nervous. He was about to ask Bird the big question.

Bob checked his pocket one last time to make sure the ring was in there, then counted to ten.

The couple had been at Bob’s childhood house for leave and he couldn’t think of a better place to ask, surrounded by family.

It was supposed to be a ‘Welcome Home’ barbeque, but Bob flipped the lid of all of the parents when he said that he was going to ask Bird that night.

It was after dinner and desert that he had finally taken some initiative, and a couple of shut gunned beers with the brothers, that he went up to Bird.

“Wanna go on a walk?” he asked as he held a hand out for her. Bird smiles and excepts the offered hand, “A new adventure awaits us, huh Bo?”

Bob laughs, “Yeah, you could say that. Wanna go left or right?” Bird pretends to think, “Um… too many choices… lets go… left, thats the river right?”

Bob nodded, “Yeah, but no funny business. Family’s around.” “Babe, hate to tell you, but all business is funny business with me.”

Bob squeezed her hand tighter, “Don’t I know it, Angel.” they walk in comfortable silence as they trek to the river.

“Bam, your hands are a little clammy, are you alright?”

He waves her off, “Just fine Angel.”

As soon as the river is in view, Bird runs off towards the old tire swing. Bob follows behind slowly catching up.

Without needing to be asked, Bob pushes her gently while she’s sat in the tire. “Bam, why’d you bring me out here?”

He sighs, he’s caught, should’ve known she’d be suspicious.

“Because you, Amanda Birdie Hallett, are my greatest adventure.” Bob makes his way infront of the swing now and stops it easily.

“I have been on many journeys alone, and unfortunately for me, none as wild as when you crashed into my life like a little tornado.” he takes her hand and kneels on the ground.

“I’d like to finish the journey of life with you forever. Angel, you know I’m not really a many words kind of man, but for you, I’d make speeches around the globe a thousand times over to show you just how much I love you.”

Bob takes the little velvet box out of his Levi’s pocket, “ So, Amanda Birdie Hallett, would you do me the honor of being my wife?”

He barely gets the final word out of his mouth before Bird captures his lips with her own, tears from her face mixing with his own as the kiss continues.

Just like the first kiss, they don’t stop until their lungs are screaming for breath, “Of course I’ll marry you Robert, I love you!” she chuckles, bringing her lips back to his.

“I know,” He smiles when the kiss ends and immediately puts the small metal jewerly on her ring finger.

When the newly engaged couple had made it back to the house where both of their families where, they were engulfed in hugs and pestered with questions.

Bird’s smile could light up the sky, and Bob wanted nothing more but to bathe in it.

She was beautiful chaos and he didn’t want to live without her nearby.

Little did Robert Floyd know that in the next couple of months, his wish wouldn’t always be true.

Bob would start to push his one true love away so he wouldn’t have to go through the pain of not having her with him daily.

Bob would miss her so much that he would pull away from his new friends and squad.

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