The Calm in His Storm (Octane x Wattson)

thirteen

"No don't take it off!" huffed Natalie as Octavio raised his hand, attempting to take off the plush devil horns on his head but stopped at Natalie's plea.

They were at the fair. Where he would soon confess to her. He wanted to do the arcade thing but Elliot said that the fair would be more romantic.

Of course Octavio was sceptical but Elliot was older than him. He probably had a few different girlfriends before. And anyways, the arcade was filled with guys and teenagers that would probably bother them (mostly her) all day. He didn't want to be a jealous asshole all day.

Besides, the fair was actually fun but soothing at the same time. His heart felt all warm and fuzzy.

"But it looks weird." he fake complained and Natalie pouted. "I think they look sexy on you." and then she realized what she had said because her face went red and she hid it behind the stuffed Panda he had won her in one of the shooting games.

His aim was perfect and they had even thought he had cheated somehow, until they realized who he was.

He was Octane, a daredevil. He did trick shots in the air all the time.

Octavio smirked beneath his mask and tugged her closer, his lips near her ear.

"You think I'm sexy?" he murmured, biting his lip when she shuddered against him. "No the horns are sexy, silly." he laughed loudly at this and she grinned, her blue eyes shining.

It was official. She was sure she was in love with the crazy speed demon. And he was definitely falling deeper in love with the beautiful little scientist.

"Uh huh. I think you're pretty sexy too, ángel." he replied and chuckled when she hid her face in his arm. "Stop teasing me."

They both laughed and Octavio looked around, trying to decide the best place for his confession. His hazel eyes wondered to the giant Ferris Wheel and he looked down at her. "There's time to go on one last ride. Wanna go on the Ferris Wheel? I never ride it but I heard the view of the city is nice at the top." he said and Natalie, peeked up at him. "I'd love to."

He smiled and the two made their way to the Ferris Wheel. They were relieved when they were one of the first ones on. The operator pulled the safety bar down in place, then they were rising up. Natalie leaned against him and he wrapped an arm around her, revelling in her closeness.

She sighed, closing her eyes and he chuckled.

"Tired?"

"Oui. But I kinda don't want to leave. I like spending time with you." she mumbled shyly and his heart thumped. "I like spending time with you too, hermosa." he murmured and they were silent. The car rose higher into the air and when they finally reached the top, Octavio looked at her.

Her expression was awestruck as she stared at the city in the distance, illuminated by lights.

"It's beautiful." she breathed and he hummed. "So are you." she blushed at this, looking up at him.

"Vio I-"

"Lele I-"

They stared at each other, then laughed.

"You go first." he smiled and she swallowed, looking down at her lap. "I..really like you. In fact I..love you." she all but whispered and Octavio's heart exploded in his chest.

He pushed his face mask down, then tilted her chin up.

"I love you more." he murmured, then his lips were on hers. They were soft and warm and she melted into them, her eyes closing. His own eyes closed and he licked her lips, asking for entrance. She granted it and gasped when his tongue entered her mouth. He explored every inch before searching out her tongue.

Her tongue touched his hesitantly and she let out a soft noise when they tangled together with soft passion. She had never done this before but it felt good and so right.

The sound of her moan had him groaning lowly, his hand sliding down to her waist and she blushed but didn't pull away. The kiss became deeper and faster and she sighed in pleasure.

He was a good kisser.

And he couldn't get enough of her. Her lips were so soft and she tasted good. Her arms wrapped around his neck and now he gripped her hips with both hands as he bit into her lips gently.

"So are we..?" she trailed off hesitantly, her face flushed and her expression nervous. He grinned and her heart jumped. "We are. We're dating. I can now tell everyone you're my amante." he said and she blushed.

"Amante?"

"My lover. Or girlfriend if you prefer." he chuckled and she nodded, laying her head against his chest. "I'd love that." they only broke out of their peaceful position when they felt the ride slowing. Octavio pulled his face mask back up and they waited as they finally came back down to the ground.

The operator lifted the safety bar and they got out carefully.

Octavio held Natalie's hand, their fingers lacing together and she leaned against him, smiling widely. She could now call him her boyfriend. She could tell him she loved him everyday.

What would her papa say? Hopefully he would be proud that she found someone that understood her.

..what about Mr. Nox?

The thought made her nervous but she knew he would respect her decision. She just hoped he wouldn't scare Octavio away.

"Can we take a picture together as a..couple now?" she asked suddenly. They had tons of pictures together and she had a few of them framed on their wall in their room but she really wanted one as a couple. So she could make it her lock screen.

"Of course." he replied, taking out his phone. They got into a comfortable position, the Ferris Wheel angled behind them and he rotated the camera. She lowered his mask again and they kissed deeply. He snapped the picture but didn't stop kissing her until they both ran out of air.

"I'll never get tired of that." he sighed, caressing her cheek and she smiled shyly. "I won't either. You're a great kisser." she mumbled and he chuckled. They looked down at their picture and Natalie could almost feel the love from the picture. It captured their emotions perfectly.

"I'll send it to you later..um, is it okay if I post this? And maybe put it as my profile picture?" he asked carefully and Natalie nodded. She wanted everyone to know so that way those flirty girls would leave him alone. And maybe all those guys would stop staring at her weirdly.

"Of course."

The entire way home, the two were lost in each other. Octavio couldn't stop stopping them just to kiss her and she couldn't stop smiling.

When they entered the Apex Complex, Elliot was waiting, looking hopeful.

"So?" he pressed and Octavio rolled his eyes. "We're together." and Elliot let out a whoop. "Yes! The S.S Wattane has sailed!" he grinned and Octavio gave him a look.

"That's a terrible ship name."

"Hey don't hate, appreciate."