TMNT x Reader Oneshots

Sleepy Softie - Raph x Reader

Your muscles ached, getting out of bed was the last thing you wanted to do. Patrol didn't usually leave you feeling this run down, not anymore. But last night's run-in with the Kraang used up all your energy.

You remember crashing on Raph's bed. And you slept unusually well, given it was the first time you two shared a bed. Heat rushed to your face as you realized this. You both were too tired to care yesterday but you were mortified now.

You wondered how Raph would feel or what his reaction would be. The two of you were dating but it was all very recent and Raph wasn't the lovey-dovey type, no surprise there. That suited you just fine because you didn't like showing your feelings too much either, even if it was for completely different reasons.

The others didn't even know you were dating until the two of you (had to) announce it just to get them to stop trying to play matchmaker. Ironically however, his brothers, April, and Casey figured out you liked each other almost the moment it happened.

Despite how desperately you two tried to hide the fact, you couldn't be more obvious. Staring when one thought the other wasn't looking then looking away when they accidentally made eye contact. Regretting even looking in their direction but inevitably doing so again like you didn't know what would happen next.

Maybe you and Raph didn't act like a 'regular' couple in everyone else's eyes but you both showed each other affection, care, and support in your own ways.

As you were processing your embarrassment, you felt a weight against you. You reluctantly opened your eyes and were treated to a sight you never thought possible.

There he was, the hothead himself, wrapped around you, snoozing away without a care in the world. 

He was nestled against you, with his hand rested on your back— sure enough bringing comfort to the both of you through the remainder of the night. Was that why you slept so well? His legs were tucked in under the blankets while one of yours was splayed over his outside them. You briefly thought about moving but figured it might wake him. Lastly, his bandana was turned so it would work like a makeshift eye mask. Whether that was intentional or not you couldn't say, especially now that Raph began to stir.

You heard him breathe out a peaceful sigh. You knew that was unintentional since the very next moment you felt his body go rigid.

You smiled, "morning," you kissed the top of his head, "sleep well?"

Raph immediately pulled away and sat up. You tried not to think about the sharp pain you felt after he did that. But you understood where he was coming from. This closeness was all so difficult for the both of you. 

You knew you couldn't let your embarrassment take charge forever though. You wanted to let him know how much you enjoyed being close to him. 

Once he got his bandana facing the right way, he spoke, "I- uh- sorry, I don't know why-" 

"Don't be. I didn't mind." You said, trying to appear nonchalant. 

"You don't mind being smothering to death?" He asked sarcastically. You saw the blush on his face and he wasn't looking directly at you like usual. 

"We were cuddling." You corrected him, your face was burning at this point but you trudged along, cautious of your words. "You know, I think it actually helped me sleep better. You being here and all." 

"Really?" Raph knew that sometimes it could be difficult for you to have a good night's sleep so hearing that he was able to help you made him feel less embarrassed.

"Really." You replied, placing your hand atop his. "It was different but... nice." 

His bright green eyes staring into yours— no doubt searching for any hint of insincerity in them— made that distinct feeling rise in your stomach, like it did nearly every time he looked at you so intently. It feels like that moment when you reach the highest peak on a rollercoaster yet somehow it also felt like sitting in the sun, on a bed of grass, and slowing down to admire the world around you. Like quiet excitement or a giddy calmness.

"I... think we got a few minutes before we have to start training," he scratched his neck, looking away. "Do you still want to..." he cleared his throat, "y'know?"

You responded by wrapping your arms around him and snuggling closer.