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Dr. Ratio x reader | Blooming Affection

Dr. Ratio x f! Reader

Requested by aventurinelxver

Blooming Affection

You adjusted the delicate petals of a rose as you carefully arranged a bouquet in your flower shop. The bell above the door tinkled, announcing the arrival of a customer. Glancing up, you were met with the sight of Dr. Ratio, a renowned scientist known for his studies on local flora.

"Good afternoon, Dr. Ratio," you greeted, a warm smile gracing your lips as you set the bouquet aside. "What brings you to my humble shop today?"

Dr. Ratio returned your smile, his gaze lingering on the vibrant colors of the flowers surrounding him. "I'm conducting a study on the local flora of this area," he explained, his voice soft yet filled with excitement. "And I was hoping you could help me."

You felt a rush of excitement at the prospect of assisting him with his research. "Of course," you replied eagerly, motioning for him to follow you to the back of the shop where you kept your collection of plants.

For the next few hours, you and Dr. Ratio poured over books and specimens, discussing the various types of flora that could be found in the region. His passion for his work was infectious, and you found yourself getting caught up in his enthusiasm.

As the afternoon turned to evening, the two of you sat side by side, a stack of books and papers scattered across the table. You couldn't help but admire the way his eyes lit up as he talked about his research, his words painting a vivid picture of the beauty and complexity of the natural world.

Suddenly, Dr. Ratio fell silent, his gaze meeting yours with an intensity that sent a shiver down your spine. "I... I want to thank you for your help today," he said, his voice low and hesitant. "I couldn't have made such progress without you."

You felt your cheeks flush at his words, a warmth spreading through your chest at the sincerity in his voice. "It was my pleasure," you replied, unable to tear your gaze away from his.

For a moment, the two of you simply sat in silence, the air thick with unspoken words and unspoken feelings. And then, without warning, Dr. Ratio reached out, his hand cupping your cheek as he leaned in closer.

"I think... I think I'm falling in love with you," he whispered, his voice barely a breath against your skin.

Your heart skipped a beat at his confession, a rush of emotion flooding through you like a tidal wave. And in that moment, surrounded by the beauty of the natural world and the warmth of Dr. Ratio's touch, you knew that you felt the same way.

Without a word, you closed the distance between you, your lips meeting in a tender kiss that spoke volumes more than words ever could. And as you melted into each other's embrace, the world faded away, leaving nothing but the two of you and the blossoming love that had taken root in your hearts. 

As the kiss deepened, you could feel the tension melting away, replaced by a warmth that spread through every fiber of your being. Dr. Ratio's lips were soft against yours, his touch gentle yet filled with an underlying passion that sent shivers down your spine.

When you finally pulled away, the air between you crackled with electricity, the unspoken words hanging heavy in the space between you. You met Dr. Ratio's gaze, the intensity of his eyes making your heart race.

"I... I didn't mean to spring that on you," he murmured, his voice laced with uncertainty. "I just couldn't keep it to myself any longer."

A small smile tugged at the corners of your lips as you reached out, tangling your fingers with his. "I'm glad you did," you admitted, your voice barely above a whisper. "Because I think... I think I'm falling for you too."

The tension that had been building between you evaporated in an instant, replaced by a sense of relief and joy that left you feeling light-headed. Dr. Ratio's eyes sparkled with happiness, a smile spreading across his face as he pulled you into his arms.

"I never expected to find love in the midst of my research," he confessed, his voice filled with wonder. "But I'm so grateful that I did."

You rested your head against his chest, listening to the steady rhythm of his heartbeat as you savored the moment. It felt like a dream, being held in his arms like this, and yet at the same time, it felt more real than anything you'd ever experienced before.

For the rest of the evening, you and Dr. Ratio sat together, lost in conversation