Chapter 3

Getting ready to head to the lair, you decided to carry a sort of peace offering. You weren't sure if Raph and Leo were still at odds, they both liked pizza. So you hoped it would help even just a little. Walking through the long circular opening, the sound of yells caught your attention. You all but ran into what seemed like another fight. 

What you saw surprised you. Raph and Leo were on the couch laughing as they battled on the game console. They were playing Mario kart. "Watch out for the banana peel!" Mikey cheered from behind. Raph narrowly avoided it, shoving Leo playfully. 

"That was a low Leo." Leo just laughed. The sight warmed your heart. Seeing them like this was always the highlight of your day. You weren't sure how long you stood there just watching them. That was until Mikey called out. "Hey (Y/N)! Shell yeah you got pizza!" he was already sprinting in your direction, grabbing a box. Pizza was like their number one weakness. Both turtles on the couch disregarded their controllers, flipping over the couch.

"Did you say pizza!" Donnie called from his spot. You giggled, handing the box to Leo. He flicked the box open, taking a slice and passing it to Raph. Donnie jumped down the stairs, landing right next to you, reaching for the box.

"You're the mamf (Y/N)!" Mikey said, faced stuffed with the pizza.

"It wasn't a problem. Really." Just seeing them so happy was enough for you.

"Did you want some?" you were surprised when Raph offered you a slice.

"Uhh, n-no it's fine really, I brought it for you guys. I'm good. I'm not even hungry. " Your stomach decided at that point to betray you. The loud rumble was heard by all of them. They were quiet for a while, then Raph sent you that smug little smirk. You flushed, covering your stomach with your hands. So maybe in your haste to get there you completely forgot to have breakfast. "M-Maybe I'll just have a slice." You took it, and Leo nudged your shoulder with a grin.

You spent the day with them. Playing games, watching videos. Mikey even showed you a new move he learned with his nunchucks. All in all, it was a great day. And you were looking forward to spending your break with the turtles. Right at this point you were standing in front of the punching bag. You gave it a weak punch and all four turtles gave an exaggerated groan.

"Come on you're not even trying. " Mikey called

"I-I told you I wasn't any good." you said with a snort.

"Come on you have to use your hips. They move every time you strike. You think we'd and any punches if they were that weak." Raph boatsed.

"I'm not a crime fighter." you rolled your eyes. This time Raph stood. He came up behind you taking your hands. Every muscle in your body froze the minute his hands touched your skin. "Relax, I'm not going fight you." you knew that, but it was his fault. He was too close, way too close. You forced yourself to relax, because you didn't want him to realize the reason behind your stiffness. He was directly behind you, hands still gently holding the top of your palms.

"Square your feet." He nudged them slightly apart with his. When he was satisfied, he tried fixing your awkward form. "You're like a noodle!" Mikey grinned. You gave him the best glare you could muster and he raised his hands in surrender.

"You just need to.." His hands moved to your shoulders, fixing your posture. "That's it."

Since you were apparently the way he wanted, he smiled down at you. "Now clench your fists, and when you hit the bag, move your hips to. " You did as instructed to the best of your ability. When you fired your shot, the bag actually moved away. Compared to the first time when it barely budged.

"You got it!" Leo cheered. Donnie and Mikey were clapping, and you looked on.

"T-That wasn't half bad, right?" When you turned to Raph, his eyes looked softer than usual.

"That was great." he said softly. You blushed, just watching him.

So he did have a soft side. Who knew.

"S-Show me again?" you asked. He nodded, repositioning your body.

Leo watched the interaction with a smile. 

"Looks like he isn't as stupid as I thought."

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"I should get going." It was getting dark, and you knew your mother well enough. If you got home any later than ten, she'd go into freak out mode.

"I can take you back." Raph stated.

"Oooooh! Raph's being awfully nice today. You better watch out (Y/N)." Mikey's teasing earned a slap to his head. In which he tumbled on the floor. "Watch out for that." Raph gruffed.

"No fair man." Mikey grunted from the floor.

"Let's go." you just followed, waving at Leo and Donnie. "See you tomorrow!" you called.

They waved back smiling.