Black Panther Imagines

Agent Ross x Reader: T'Challa's Best Friend

Dedicated to aj_violin_girl

   EVERETT'S/ROSS' POV

  As King T'Challa requested of me to stay back, I was curious as to why he asked. I spotted his best friend, Y/N, talking to Okoye and Shuri.

  "Has something caught your attention, Agent Ross?"

  King T'Challa laughed at my expression, but he awaited my reply.

  I cleared my throat and nodded towards Y/N, asking him,"Is she..Is she your best friend?"

  King T'Challa nodded and had an amused tone saying,"Yes. I do believe I've mentioned that a couple of times already. Are you okay?"

  I immediately nodded and replied,"Yes. Yes, I am. She's beautiful."

  He smiled at Y/N and said,"She is, which is why I asked for you to stay back. Agent Ross, I appreciate everything you've done for Wakanda and it has not gone unnoticed. However, I do hope you do not take me as a fool either.."

  I quickly said,"Of course not! Why would you think that?"

  He motioned over to Y/N saying,"I only say that because you think I am not aware of the looks you give Y/N? I know you love her. You two were unstoppable when you worked together. I would be a fool if I did not help you out. Come with me."

  I followed him and he led me to one of the markets, handing me a couple of different flowers.

  He said,"The way to win her over is through the smaller things. She is the type that does enjoy a dinner as well. Why don't you give her these and ask her to join you for dinner? I'll handle the arrangements."

  I felt so relieved I wanted to hug King T'Challa, but I just settled for a handshake and a nod. He laughed again and we headed back to where Y/N was.
  When she spotted us, she bowed to T'Challa and then her eyes met my own.

  She smiled real big saying,"Ross..Hi."

  I smiled back at her and said,"Hi. I.um..have something for you. They're flowers."

  I handed Y/N the flowers. Her smile grew even wider.

  She looked back at me and admitted,"I've been having a rough day, so this is what I needed. Thanks, Everett."

  She placed a kiss on my cheek and went to leave, but I gently grabbed her hand and asked her,"Would you like to go to dinner with me tonight?"

  Y/N nodded, and I could see she was holding back tears. She pushed them away and asked me,"What time do I need to be ready?"

  I answered,"At least by 6. If you need more time, I can wait."

  I gave her a soft smile and she nodded again, before she headed out. I looked over at King T'Challa and went to get ready myself for dinner.
  I took deep breaths, and King T'Challa gave me the room Y/N was staying in. When I arrived, I knocked on the door and felt a hand on my shoulder.

  I turned and gasped at Y/N's appearance. She looked like a jewel. I could tell she was a little shy at me looking at her, so I held out my arm.
  She linked her arm in my arm, and I led her to dinner.

  She seemed really nervous and asked me,"Ross, am I the right girl for this?"

  I stood there shocked yet hurt that she didn't think she was enough, even if the dinner was considered smaller than a fancy one.

  I made Y/N look at me and admitted to her,"Of course you're the right girl for this. Who else would be better? I know it's nothing fancy, but fancy is not always the best choice. I can't think of anyone else who I would want to have dinner with. You look absolutely gorgeous and I'm glad you came. All of this is for the both of us to enjoy. Please enjoy it with me. Don't belittle yourself."

  Y/N hugged me, and I hugged her back, just holding her for however long she needed. Most of dinner I did hold her, just to let her know that she was worth it.