Chris and Co. Oneshots

Cuddle Buddy - Chris Evans x Reader

A/N: This is part of the Perfect Wingman universe

Warnings: Fluff! Angst! Talk of pet death! (NOT DODGER OR READER'S DOG!)

You let out a shaky breath as you got into your car at the end of your shift. It had been a tough day and it had left you emotionally and physically drained. Buddy, your golden retriever, let out a small whine, leaning over from the back seat to nudge your shoulder.

"Thanks, bud" you breathe out reaching back to scratch him behind his ear.

You started the car before pausing for a moment. You were going to go straight back to your place but after today you didn't want to. You wanted Chris. So you pulled away and drove off towards Chris' house.

As you pulled up your shoulders dropped when you saw his car wasn't parked outside. You considered turning around and heading back to yours before remembering the key Chris had given you. He'd given it to you when you looked after Dodger for him, and then he told you to keep it in case you ever needed it. After a moment of indecision, you decided to head inside, hoping it wouldn't be too long until Chris got home.

"C'mon bud, let's see if Dodger is home," you say putting the car in park.

As soon as you opened the door Buddy dashed inside, going straight to Dodger who was equally excited to see him. You watched the pups play with a weak smile on your face before deciding to head upstairs.

The dogs followed after you as you walked into Chris' bedroom and laid down on his bed. The familiar scent of him washing over you gives you comfort. The two dogs then jumped up on the bed, both of them snuggling down next to you. It wasn't long until you found yourself falling asleep.

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Chris was surprised when he got home and found your car parked outside. He smiled to himself knowing you were waiting inside for him. He'd given you a key months ago now but you were always hesitant to use it, and Chris was glad you were starting to feel more comfortable with it.

As he opened the front door he prepared himself for both Dodger and Buddy to come barrelling towards him but nothing came. He frowned in confusion as he glanced around but there was still nothing. The next thing he noticed was how quiet the house was. For a moment he thought maybe you'd taken the dogs out for a walk but your keys and shoes were still by the front door.

"Sweetheart?" Chris called out as he walked through the lower floor of the house trying to find you "sweetheart where are you?" He called out again as he jogged up the stairs.

Opening up the bedroom door he finally found you curled up with Dodger and Buddy. Chris couldn't help but smile as he quietly walked over, shushing the dogs when their tails started wagging.

As he climbed into bed you began to stir "hey sweetheart, you okay?" Chris asked as your eyes fluttered open.

You blinked a couple of times as you woke before your brows furrowed and your lower lip started wobbling. Tears filled your eyes as you shook your head.

Chris' heart instantly broke as he watched you break down. He opened up his arms and you instantly moved into his embrace. Chris held onto you tightly, rubbing your back soothingly as you cried into his chest.

"Hey it's okay, it's okay, I'm here" Chris whispered as he pressed kisses to the top of your head.

He held you and comforted you waiting until your tears subsided and turned into sniffles.

"You okay, wanna talk about it?" Chris offers rubbing your back.

"I've just had a really rough day" you sniffle wiping away your tears, your shoulders slumped.

"Oh sweetheart I'm sorry, do you want to talk about it or just leave it for later" Chris asks as he takes hold of your hand, squeezing it gently.

"It was just a day where it felt like all I was doing was giving people bad news, I just couldn't fix anything" you mutter, distaste for yourself in your voice, as you shook your head.

"I'm so sorry darlin' I know you would have tried your best though and that's all you can do," Chris says trying to comfort you.

"It wasn't enough though, we had this sweet little old man come in with his dog today, it was supposed to be a simple biopsy for a lump but his heart stopped under anaesthesia and we couldn't get him back" you recall tears streaming down your face once more "the man was devastated, he'd already lost his wife, now his dog and he's now all alone"

"Hey hey c'mere" Chris mutters pulling you back into his embrace.

Chris held onto you tightly as you sobbed, your entire body shaking with every sob. Chris had to bite his lip to stop himself from getting emotional, but it hurt him so much to see you hurting like this. He knew there was nothing he could really say or do to take away this pain so he just held you, reminding you that he was there for you, letting you cry it out, waiting for you to be ready.

"Sweetheart I want you to listen to me okay" Chris starts, clearing his throat when his voice came out hoarse "what happened today sucks, it really fucking sucks and I hate that you had to go through that today, if I could do something to change it I'd do it in a heartbeat," Chris says shaking his head "but don't let it stop you from doing what you love, because you are an amazing vet and you just have to remember the good days always outweighs the bad, you have helped so many people and given them so much hope and you just have to remember that on days like today"

You sniffle a couple of times looking up at him before nodding and snuggling yourself back into his chest "thank you Chris" you whisper.

"Anything for you sweetheart" Chris mutters as he kisses the top of your head.

"And I'm sorry for coming over unannounced, I just really wanted to see you but you weren't here and-" you say beginning to ramble.

"Sweetheart it's okay, I gave you that key for this exact reason, I was so happy when I pulled up outside and saw your car parked up," Chris says brushing some hair out of your face.

"Really?" you ask uncertain.

"Of course sweetheart" Chris smiles shaking his head "if I could I'd pack up all of your things and move you in here permanently so I can come home to you every single day"

"You would?" You ask looking up at him in surprise.

"Yes, of course, I love you so much sweetheart" Chris smiles kissing your forehead.

"I love you too," you say a smile breaking out on your face for the first time today "do you really want me to move in?" You ask.

"I've never been more certain of anything in my life" Chris smiles.

"Okay, then let's do it," you say nodding your head up at him.

"Really?" Chris asks his eyes widening in surprise having not expected you to agree so readily.

You let out a small chuckle, reaching up to cup his cheek "yes, I love you Chris and I'd love to move in with you" you grin.

Chris smiles brightly down at you, cupping your cheek and kissing you deeply "I love you too" he grins