Chapter 14 (B)

Becoming a hero, you always knew you'd get stuck in some pretty unpleasant situations. Hiding from the police wasn't one of them. As much good you and the boys tried to do, it was never the best when you forgot that not all the cops agreed with your lifestyles. To them you'd forever be vigilantes. And while it was easy for you to get away, the turtles weren't as fortunate. During your most recent task of stopping a couple of robbers that had been terrorizing the south part of town, you found the scumbags.

Even discovered their stash. You could return the items to all who'd been robbed. Unfortunately the cops figured out the same. After tying up the criminals, all of you scrambled like flies. You and Raph weren't as brisk. Now you were hiding in a beat up closet. The place was surrounded. The best you could do was wait it out. 

Leonardo and the others no doubt are waiting above the building for you. You could hear the shuffling in the area. You only prayed they'd find the perps and leave so you could make a break for it. Raph groaned, and you looked up. Such a tight space could not have been comfortable for him. You were trying your best not to move that much. Shifting slightly, your body was now turned in his direction, back pressed to the door. Your fingers flattened on his plastron, checking for an injury or some indication of pain. "Are you okay Raph?" The whisper made him stir. 

"I'm fine." he spoke tightly.

He wondered how he managed to get into such a position. The fact that you were pressed so close to his body didn't help at all.

You shifted again to get a better look and his hand gripped around your waist to halt the movement.

"Stop moving." 

The slight growl in his voice sent a pleasured tremor throughout your body. In the dark space, you could see his beautifully green eyes. The sight stops all actions. At that moment you could only hear your breaths. You're so happy he can't see your dazed expression. Because it gives you a chance to stare at him without judgement.

Raph is secretly praying that you don't feel the strumming of his heart beneath his plastron.

"Damn it." 

Why did you have to feel so good? Your waist fit so perfectly in his hand. He wanted to hold onto you forever. "What kind of expression is she wearing?" 

He had no clue, what's worse is you hadn't uttered a word. Despite his instruction not to move, you can't help the small squirm, which causes Raph's hand to slide down, landing smack dab on your butt. Your face heats up and Raph is about to stutter out an apology when the door is suddenly pulled open.

You tumble out, pulling Raph with you, both hitting the floor. Leo smirks, watching you on the ground in a tangled heap. "The police left a while ago. Were we interrupting?" 

Raph stands begrudgingly, shaking off his brother's comments. Holding out his hand, he helps you to your feet. You take it, rising. The both of you just stand there awkwardly to the point that Leo gets a bit irritated.

"Are you guys done or do you need some more time in there?" Raph doesn't respond, just walks off grumbling about annoying brothers.

"T-Thanks." you walk away to walk in step with Raph and the remaining brothers just shake their heads.

"Hopeless." They speak in unison.

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The little adventure ended quite abruptly after you all left the building. You made a speedy exit. Once you were a safe distance away from the turtles, you pulled off your mask, standing on a ledge as you looked down at the city. The sound of feet landing behind you causes a bashful smile to rise on your face. It's probably Leo. Turning, the brother you see isn't Leo.

"R-Raph!" The surprise is obvious. His shoulders look a bit stiff,

You can barely look his way. Raph isn't blind, he knows you probably hate him right now.

"Look, I know ya upset about what happened, so I came to apologize."

"Apologize?" 

What did he have to apologize fo-...Oh. Of course.

His touch wasn't forgotten, but it would be stupid to get mad at him for that. It was an accident. You were the one who wouldn't stop moving. If any apology is in order, it's from you.

"Raph, I'm not mad. I know you're not that type of person. I should be apologizing. I kept squiggling around even though you told me not to. Guess you're not the only one who sucks at taking orders. " Raph looks very relieved at your words, he even smiles. The last thing he wants to do is ruin your friendship, especially since he desires so much more.

"Good, Leo told me if I didn't apologize he'd hide the pizza." you scoff playfully.

"So I was just a means to accomplish your own personal gain. I'm offended." you say dramatically. That cocky smile is once again spread on his lips, and the butterflies in stomach have increased. The playful atmosphere is slowly changing, and you find yourself walking closer to him. Raph isn't very sure what you're about to say, or do. His words freeze when your small hand reaches out. 

It presses to his plastron, right about his heart where it had been not more than thirty minutes ago. "Being trapped in that closet wasn't all bad, right?" Raph is again rendered speechless. Did he dodge a bullet to get struck by another? Your fingers slide along his chest, mapping the little dips and ridges. They are tracking everywhere they can, and when your digits start to venture lower, he grabs your wrist. It's like a reflex, and you stare up at him. It takes a full minute, then your eyes grow wide and your cheeks flush. You pull back your hand.

"I-I'm so sorry that was so not okay I just got curious and I-"

"Don't worry about it." His voice sounds gruff, and lower than usual. Raph takes a step back, turning. "I gotta get going." he mumbles. You nod vigorously. "Y-Yeah no sweat. I-I see you guys tomorrow. " with a quick nod, he's off. You just gaze.

"What the heck is wrong with me?"

In hindsight, now you're even.