Ant and Dec One Shots

Three's Never A Crowd

It had been a long day of filming, and Ant and Dec had finally settled into their usual spot on the sofa in Ant's cosy living room. The soft glow of the lamps cast a warm light across the room, and a blanket was draped across their laps as they leaned into each other, sharing whispered jokes and occasional kisses.

"Did you see the way that contestant panicked when we said their name wrong?" Dec chuckled, resting his head on Ant's shoulder.

Ant grinned, kissing Dec's temple. "Priceless. You'd think we were announcing their bank balance, not a talent show lineup."

Dec tilted his head up, stealing a kiss. "Best part of the day, though? Coming back here with you."

Ant's heart swelled as he kissed Dec softly. "Couldn't agree more, love."

Just as they were about to settle further into their cocoon of affection, the front door creaked open, and in came Stephen, arms crossed, wearing an exaggerated pout. Without saying a word, he flopped onto the sofa opposite them, staring dramatically at the ceiling.

Ant raised an eyebrow. "Alright there, Stephen?"

Stephen let out a loud, exaggerated sigh, throwing his arm over his eyes. "Oh, don't mind me. I'm just going to sit here. All alone. In the cold. Completely unloved."

Dec snorted, biting his lip to stifle a laugh. "What's brought this on?"

"Oh, nothing," Stephen continued, sitting up slightly to glare at them. "Just the fact that I'm clearly destined to die alone. No one loves me. No one even cares I'm here. You two are too busy being sickeningly sweet with each other to even notice your poor, lonely friend."

Ant and Dec exchanged amused glances before bursting into laughter. Dec nudged Ant. "Reckon we've got enough love left for one more?"

Ant grinned mischievously. "Oh, I think we do."

Before Stephen could react, both of them sprang from their sofa and tackled him into a giant group hug. Stephen let out a surprised yelp as Ant and Dec pinned him between them, their laughter filling the room.

"Stop!" Stephen protested, though he was laughing too. "You're squashing me!"

"Good!" Ant teased, ruffling Stephen's hair. "You're not allowed to feel unloved on our watch."

Dec pressed a kiss to Stephen's cheek. "You know we adore you, right? You're part of the family."

Stephen huffed, though a smile was tugging at the corners of his lips. "You're just saying that because I guilt-tripped you."

Ant kissed the other side of Stephen's face. "Nope. We love you even when you're not being dramatic."

"Especially then," Dec added, resting his head on Stephen's shoulder. "But you're pretty cute when you pout."

Stephen rolled his eyes but leaned into their affection. "Fine. I guess I'll let you shower me with love this time."

"This time?" Ant laughed, pulling the blanket from the other sofa and draping it over all three of them. "You'd better get used to it. We're not letting you go until you believe us."

Dec planted another kiss on Stephen's cheek. "We love you, Stephen. You're not alone, and you never will be."

Stephen sighed contentedly, letting himself relax into the embrace. "Alright, alright. I get it. Love you guys too."

The three of them stayed tangled together on the sofa, their laughter and love filling the room until the night grew late, and Stephen, still cocooned between them, drifted off with a soft smile.