Noctis x Reader ~Destined Meeting

Hammerhead

You helped the group pack up the rest of the camping equipment into the trunk of the car. You couldn't help it, but admire the Regalia, having such luxurious leather seats, a convertible roof, and the having the capability to fly through the skies like an airship. As usual, Ignis took up the driving wheel, Gladiolus sat in the shotgun seat, you, Prompto, and Noctis sitting in the back. As if sensing the tension between the prince and the loyal guardian, he nearly pleaded to sit in between the two of you, acting like a barrier. Your ears were strained, hearing the noisy whine of the blonde, complaining about turning on the music, the driver rejecting his simple request.

"Prompto, we already have enough on our plate and you want music to be played?" Ignis questions with a neutral face, eyeing the pouting blonde through the rear view mirror.

"It doesn't hurt to have music it on, does it Ignis? We have to loosen up sometimes, right Noct?" Prompto replies, looking back at Noctis. He groans in disappointment, seeing that his ebony-haired friend with eyes closed, his head bobbing limply from the bumpy ride.

"Ah Noct, you never can help me when we're driving." Prompto mumbles quietly.

"His eyes could stay shut forever!" He exclaims, poking Noctis' cheek.

"Quit overreacting, he still has a kingdom to take care of." Gladio says, his auburn hair greeted by the cold breeze.

"I know! But he can be such a lazy prince sometimes." Prompto comments, leaning back into the cushioned seat.

"Says the man who can't even take a picture a decent picture without it being crooked." Ignis states calmly, a small smile twitching its way up to his face.

"Hey! That's mean Iggy." Prompto says with his signature pout face, crossing his arms.

You laugh, hearing their whole silly banter, comforting your rigid spine. It's been quite awhile for you, being able to sit back and relax. Your eyes fluttered shut, enjoying the calming breeze brush the stress away.

Time Skip
The Regalia was shifted into park, the car lugging forward in front of a gas station. The group dispersed, having to purchase a few items for journey, while one of them had to use the men's bathroom. You were left with the silent prince, leaning against the frame of the car as Noctis inserted the nozzle of the gas machine into the car. After, he leaned against the the car with crossed arms, casually looking over his shoulder in your direction.

You stood on the other side, scrolling through your phone's messages, hoping to spot any texts or calls from Cor. Disappointed, no messages pop up. Remembering the bloody past, your mind catches a glimpse of your family, soon realizing that you haven't been in contact with them ever since the ball. You jumped in surprise, feeling someone nudge softly, averting your gaze towards the raven head next to you. His eyes seemed to be in a dazed state.

"Um Noct, you okay?" You ask, tilting your head with a worried expression.

"Yeah, its just that," He pauses, "Never mind." he mumbles.

"Noct, what is it?" You press on confidently.

He sighs before saying, "Have we met? You seem familiar."

You conceal a large smile, watching the puzzled, yet cute prince tilt his head away from your gaze.

"I'll give you a hint. Does wearing high heels ring a bell?" You suggest.
His mind seemed stoned at the moment, unable to think straight.

'Wearing high heels?' His eyes flickered towards yours, his aquamarine eyes widening in realization.
"I met you, three years ago, at the ball." He says.

"Yup!" You chirp happily, somewhat relieved that he still remembered you.

"Glad to see you're okay." Noctis says with a sincere smile, watching you fidget under his gaze.

"So I can help you on your trip?" You say softly, averting your gaze from his.

"No, I'm just glad to see you're okay." He replies, punching you playfully on the arm. You punch him back lightly, not even realizing a grin was plastered on your face.

"Well looky here, its the prince." You hear a voice greet with a heavy accent.

The two of you turn your heads, seeing a woman with somewhat blonde hair wearing a trucker hat, wrenches hanging off of her belt.

"Cindy, nice to see you again." Noctis greets with a wave.

"Who's the little lady with ya?" The female mechanic asked Noctis, raising a hand in your direction.

"Hi, my name is f-n. Nice to meet you." You say with a bright smile.

"Name's Cindy, head mechanic of Hammerhead." She says, pointing a thumb towards herself.
She waltz over next to the car, admiring the Regalia.

"Been taking care of ya girl?" She asks, pushing her gloves against the back of the car.

"We sure have!" You look over in the distance, seeing Prompto sprinting over towards you, waving his arms crazily in hello.

"Ha, hey Cindy!" Prompto greets bashfully, trying to regain his breath.

"Hey blondie, nice to see ya again." She responds with a smile in return.

"Hello, Cindy." Ignis calls out, returning back from the store.

"Cindy, good to see you again." Gladio greets, holding a few paper bags.

"Look like the whole group is here!" Cindy exclaims, smiling.

"Well, y'all should get on the road now."

The five of you enter the vehicle, smiling back at the mechanic.

"Hey, Cindy is it alright if we come back here?" Prompto asks.

"And it won't be related with cars." Gladio continues.

"Sure thing. Papa loves company!" Cindy answers back.

Prompto slumps back dramatically into his seat in disappointment, his head hanging limply. Noctis and Ignis both wore an amused smirk on their faces, Cindy's answer different from what Gladio or Prompto expected.
Ignis maneuvers the car back onto the road, all of you waving goodbye to her.

A few minutes on the road, you decide you interrogate Prompto about Cindy.

"So Prompto, do you like her?" You ask bluntly, a devious smirk plastered on your face.

"Who!? C-Cindy? No, no, not at all." Prompto replies, mentally cursing himself for stuttering.

You gasp dramatically, "Prompto! Are you lying to your best friend!"

"Wha!? No, I'd never lie to you f-n." He replies panicky.

You fake cry, covering your eyes with your hands, making sobbing noises. Prompto jumps in his seat, wrapping his arms around you, "f-n, please don't cry!"

You pull away from him with a big grin, unable to contain your laughter.
"Prom, did you seriously think I'd cry over that?" You ask in between your laughter.

"Psh, no. I was also acting too." He answers, lying through his teeth.

"She sure got you good." Gladio comments.

"Yeah, been awhile since Prompto actually fell for a prank." Noctis says with a smirk.

"Hmph." Prompto again pouts for probably the thirtieth time ever since you came along for the trip.

You sent him a guilty smile, laughing along with the rest of the group. The whole atmosphere around was fun going and full of laughter, until an alarming sound of a passing airship flooded your eardrums. Ignis pulled into an immediate stop, all of you jumping out of the vehicle, avoiding the intimidating gazes of the Nifs.

This couldn't possibly end so well...