Enchanted (The Bad Batch Texting AU)

Three: IRL

Wrecker snickers as you the two of you exist the Bad Batch's ship. He knew for a fact you didn't think Crosshair was ugly, and for someone who wants to be with him so bad, you sure show Cross the opposite.

You've always been closest with Wrecker, since he was the first you met. You would consider him your best friend and the one you could tell anything to. He was the first you confided in about your crush on Crosshair, even though he and the rest of the boys (minus Cross) already knew. When Wrecker informed you of that, you were embarrassed at first. Did this mean Crosshair knew? Did he find your attempts amusing? Were you just a joke? But, no. Wrecked assured you the opposite. Though Crosshair is attentive on the battlefield, he basically turns that skill off when he isn't on duty.

You and Wrecker make your way to your favorite vendor and as Wrecker is making conversation with the vendor, your phone vibrates.

Crosshair: How's the venture to town with the big ape?

You: I'll have you know that BIG APE is my best friend so watch it

Crosshair: Whatever, lmk when you want your ass kicked again at the game

You rolled your eyes and put your phone back in your pocket. Crosshair was something else sometimes. Wrecker pays the vendor for the candy and as the two of you make your trek towards the ship, he can't help but notice the glum look on your face.

"What's wrong? Did I get the wrong candy?" You laugh. Only Wrecker could think he got the wrong candy.

"No, I'm just thinking about Cross. His attitude is very hot and cold. I can't ever get a good read on him."

"Well in his defense, so are you. You basically told him he was ugly in the group chat earlier." You roll your eyes and cross your arms.

"That was me flirting, Wrecker! It's just how I am. I show my affection by teasing. I guess it's because I came from a household with a lot of siblings. Teasing equates to love at my home, and I'm definitely not one to just straight up flirt. I'm too awkward and shy for that. My confidence? It's lacking, bro."

Wrecker slings an arm across your shoulders and pulls you in. "You're confidence should be through the roof, Y/N. You're one of the most beautiful and funniest girls I know, and I mean that in a platonic way of course." You smile and stop to fully face your best friend. How lucky you were to meet such a caring giant. Not only did you have scary dog privileges with him walking by your side down the street, you also had the bestest friend in the whole galaxy.

"I appreciate you so much Wrecker, I hope you know that." Wrecker grins.

"Of course I do, it's why I'm your best friend!"

[I know phones and TVs and shit don't exist in the Star Wars world but for the sake of my brain function and for times sake when it comes to writing, it does now. Besides, this is an AU so it's allowed.]