The sun was setting over the park, casting a warm golden glow on everything it touched. Renée and Y/N had picked their favorite spot—a cozy nook beneath an old oak tree. It was the perfect place for their weekly picnic, filled with laughter, snacks, and sweet moments.
Today, however, there was an undercurrent of tension in the air. Renée fidgeted with the edge of the picnic blanket, her usual bright demeanor slightly dimmed. Y/N noticed, her heart sinking a little as she laid out the snacks: sandwiches, fruit, and their favorite gummy bears.
"Hey," Y/N said softly, settling beside Renée. "You okay?"
Renée forced a smile, but her eyes told a different story. "Yeah, just... thinking."
Y/N took her hand, intertwining their fingers. "You can tell me anything, you know that, right?"
Renée took a deep breath, looking away for a moment as if gathering her thoughts. "It's just that... I've been offered a job in another city. They want me to start next month."
Y/N's heart sank, a mixture of pride and sadness washing over her. "Wow, that's amazing, Renée. But... it's so far away."
"I know," Renée said, her voice trembling slightly. "And it's a great opportunity, but I don't want to leave you."
Y/N squeezed her hand tighter, trying to hold back the tears that threatened to spill over. "I don't want you to leave either. But I also want you to follow your dreams."
Renée looked at Y/N, her eyes glistening. "What if it changes everything? What if we can't make this work long-distance?"
"Hey," Y/N said gently, lifting Renée's chin so their eyes met. "We've faced challenges before. We're strong. If anyone can do this, it's us."
Renée nodded, but her smile was faint. "I just wish we had more time together."
Y/N's heart ached at Renée's words. She paused, her mind racing. "What if we make a plan? We can set up regular video calls, send each other care packages, and plan visits. It won't be the same, but it could still be special."
Renée managed a small smile, her fingers squeezing Y/N's. "That sounds perfect. I just... I'm scared, you know?"
"Me too," Y/N admitted, blinking back tears. "But we'll make it work. We're a team, no matter the distance."
As the sun dipped below the horizon, they leaned into each other, sharing warmth and comfort. Renée took a deep breath, trying to steady her emotions. "I'm going to miss our lazy afternoons like this."
"I'll miss them too," Y/N replied, her voice soft. "But let's make a bucket list of all the things we want to do before you go."
"Like what?" Renée asked, her curiosity piqued.
"Let's have a movie marathon, explore that new café downtown, and go on a hike! We'll fill every moment with memories," Y/N suggested, her eyes lighting up with excitement.
Renée chuckled, wiping away a tear. "You're so weird."
"Thanks...." Y/N replied, a playful grin breaking through the somber mood. "I can't let you get too blue, you know."
"I appreciate it," Renée said, her heart swelling with love.
They spent the rest of the evening laughing, reminiscing about their favorite moments together, and creating their bucket list. Each item was filled with a mix of joy and bittersweetness, a reminder of what they had and what lay ahead.
As the stars began to twinkle in the night sky, Y/N looked at Renée, feeling a surge of emotion. "No matter what happens, you're always going to be my favorite person. Distance can't change that."
Renée leaned in closer, her forehead resting against Y/N's. "Promise?"
"Promise," Y/N whispered, sealing the promise with a gentle kiss.
In that moment, they both knew that while the future was uncertain, their love was strong enough to bridge any distance. As they sat beneath the stars, hand in hand, they embraced the bittersweet reality of their situation a touch of goodbye, but also the promise of a beautiful new chapter ahead.
Y/N paced back and forth in her apartment, glancing at the clock. It had been a few months since Renée moved to the new city, and although they talked every day, Y/N missed her fiercely. Today was Y/N's birthday, but she hadn't made any plans—just a quiet day to reflect and miss Renée a little more.
Suddenly, her phone buzzed with a message. It was from Renée: "Happy birthday, beautiful! I hope you're having an amazing day!"
Y/N smiled, her heart lifting at the sweet words. "Thank you! Just chilling at home. Missing you a lot."
"You're going to love what I have planned for you. Get ready!" Renée replied, leaving Y/N confused and intrigued.
"What does she mean?" Y/N wondered, her mind racing. But no more messages followed, and the anticipation hung in the air.
A few hours later, Y/N decided to take a walk to clear her mind. As she strolled through the park, she admired the blooming flowers and the gentle breeze, but it didn't quite fill the void left by Renée's absence.
Just then, her phone buzzed again. "Look up!"
Y/N tilted her head, puzzled, and then her heart skipped a beat. She turned around slowly. There, at the top of a nearby hill, stood Renée, waving excitedly, a bright smile on her face. She was holding a colorful balloon bouquet and a picnic basket.
"Renée!" Y/N gasped, her eyes widening in disbelief. She rushed up the hill, hardly believing her eyes. "You're here!"
"Surprise!" Renée exclaimed, running to meet her. They collided in a tight embrace, laughter bubbling from both of them. "Happy birthday! I couldn't let you celebrate without me!"
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Renee Rapp x Fem Reader One shots
Fanficwhat the title says. i also dont write smut Just a warning English is not my first language so dont come at me. Requests open