Just a fluffy one shot with you and Joel.

Some minor swearing.

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You're so in love with Joel Miller. Sure, he's rough around the edges and has a mean streak. Not to mention, he's not exactly Mr. Social. But he's kind, in his own way. Strong, gentle (surprisingly) at times, and you know he'd do anything to protect you.

That last one, on occasion, freaks you out just a tad. You'd be lost if you lost Joel and well, the man has a hard head and is as stubborn as a mule.

But you wouldn't trade him in for anyone else. He's the only person who can make you happy.

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You're nestled securely against Joel's warm body, his strong arms wrapped snug around you. You're drowsy from a busy day. You'd been working on the house, fixing it up so it had more of a cozy vibe to it. Instead of like something out of a Hollywood horror movie.

Joel's lips are kissing you tenderly as you giggle. You shift around, gazing tenderly at this beautiful man lying beside you.

"You like that, baby?"

"Yeah," you say.

"Good," Joel says softly, his deep voice thick with drowsiness. "'Cause I like doing that."

You lean closer, kissing Joel on the cheek, as he shivers with desire. You move, wrapping your arms around him.

"We got a lot of work to do on the house yet," Joel adds, his hands roaming your body. You squirm, the sensation nearly undoing you.

"Yup. Joel?"

"Hmm?" You reach up, combing your fingers through Joel's disheveled hair and he smiles, although he's closed his eyes. You smirk.

"Promise me something." Joel's eyes pop open and he frowns some. You have a feeling he knows what you're about to ask.

"You want me to be careful." You nod, tears stinging your eyes. Joel grabs your hands, holding them tightly in his as you struggle with your emotions.

"I promise, Y/N," he murmurs. "I'm not going to do anything stupid."

"You'd better not, Joel Miller."

"I won't. I have you to remind me of how good I have it."

"Yes," you say, squeezing Joel's hand more tightly. "You do just keep reminding yourself of how good you have it with me."

"I love you, Y/N," Joel says firmly, tugging his hands away and wrapping his arms around you again. You bury your face in the crook of his neck, just enjoying the feeling of him.

Joel murmurs softly to you and you calm down, knowing that Joel may be stubborn and careless at times, but he's also a man of his word.

You draw back, just so you can look at his achingly beautiful face and he smiles at you. You immediately lean in, capturing Joel's lips with yours. The kiss is intense and heated, just how you love it.

"You believe me, baby girl?" You nod, massaging his shoulders, which are tense.

"Yes, I believe you."

"Good."

"And if you lie," you add. "I'll kick your ass!" Joel chuckles. He knows you will, too.

He draws you closer to him and you go back to snuggling against him. He's been such a rock for you during this time. There were days you weren't sure if you could go on. Until you remembered how Joel is by your side.

"We should get some sleep," Joel murmurs sleepily.

"Okay, old man," you tease and Joel scowls at you. You just laugh, hugging him tightly as you close your eyes, feeling safe and secure in his arms.

"You're such a bitch," Joel accuses.

"That I am," you agree. "And don't you forget it!"

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A/N Here's the pic for this. Don't know if it's just Wattpad or what, but it won't let me add it at the top.