𝓛𝓮𝓸𝓷 𝓚𝓮𝓷𝓷𝓮𝓭𝔂| ɪᴍᴀɢɪɴᴇꜱ ʙᴏᴏᴋ 4

Getting Dad's Approval| Request

AN: One of you asked for another 'dad's best friend' imagine, so here it is! In this one Leon and Reader get engaged, and they tell Reader's dad, but he's far from happy about it which makes Reader uneasy and upset, so Leon and her decide to try and get his approval and show him that it's okay for them to be together.

I imagined Vendetta or Death Island Leon for this one!

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Despite Leon being much older than I am, and being my dad's best friend, we've always shared a close bond, one that went beyond age and expectations. He's always been a part of my life, he's been there for me when nobody else has and cares about me more than words could say. His warmth and compassion swept me off of my feet. He didn't just want me for fun, it goes beyond basic lust and claiming, Leon is kind and generous. He takes me on dates and listens to my rambles. He wipes away my tears and strokes my hair when I'm in pain. He laughs at my jokes and tickles me when I'm sad. He never raises his voice or snaps at me. He holds me close when we sleep and murmurs compliments in my ear. He grins at me from across the room and has learnt all about my needs and quirks. He knows me better than I know myself.

We've been dating for just over a year now, we live together in Leon's spacious apartment and are the happiest we've ever been. However, we've still yet to tell my dad. I have a close bond with my father, and I already know he's protective of me. I feel bad enough sneaking around behind his back to keep him happy and calm, but as soon as Leon proposed to me one evening when we were eating pizza and watching a movie (I'm not even sure it was planned, I think it just slipped out of Leon's mouth) I knew we had to come clean. Leon bought me a ring days later and got on his knees, kissing my hands and begging me to give him an official answer, I obviously agreed on the condition that we told my dad. He nodded, knowing too that the conversation was long overdue.

I currently stand outside of my dad's house, hand raised to knock as Leon stands at my side. The silence is heavy between us, both full of anticipation and worry. We know even if my dad doesn't take it well that we'll still stick together, but it'll hurt. I know it's unusual, but maybe once my dad hears me out he'll understand.

"Are you going to knock baby, or just wait until he comes to get the mail?" Leon teases, but his shoulders are stiff. I huff, taking a deep breath before knocking. I wait, with Leon's hand gently reaching out to link with my own, I shake my head, swallowing back my nerves. Just as Leon shoves his hands into his pockets the door swings open, revealing my dad. He smiles, hugging me instantly until he pulls back, his brows knit together when he sees Leon there too.

"Leon?" My dad asks, looking between us both. My palms sweat as I take a breath and gesture for us to go inside, hesitantly my dad steps back, leading us to the kitchen as Leon follows at my heels. "So, are you going to tell me why you're with my daughter?" My dad suddenly says before either of us can speak. Already his tone isn't friendly.

There's no easy way to do this, so I just begin speaking. "We're together." My dad gives me a blank look, so I keep going. "We're in a relationship, we have been for the last year actually. I- I wanted to tell you, but I was worried what you'd think, but then Leon proposed to me a few days ago and-

"He fucking did what?" My dad yells, face contorting with shock and anger. His eyes blaze as he shakes his head at us. In silence he grabs a glass of water and downs it, leaving Leon and I waiting for the next words. "I don't understand how you could stoop so low Leon," My dad says angrily, directing his fury at Leon, "you're supposed to be my best friend, not someone who takes advantage of my daughter!" He shouts, slamming the glass down until it breaks. Leon steps in front of me as tears well up in my eyes, Leon's hands come up in a surrender as my dad advances on him, as quick as a flash my dad's clenched fist meets Leon's cheek. A sob escapes me as Leon takes it, despite being quick enough to avoid it, my dad then stumbles back, shaking his head at us with pure disgust.