(Y/N)'s POV
   I reached my apartment not long after the fight and took a much needed shower. I was currently in some blue camo underwear and a super soft bath robe my brothers girlfriend got me. Medical equipment was sprawled across the bathroom sink as I gingerly tied gauz around my forearm. There was already a bruise developing on my right side due to the killer kick that PD sent me. And my left jaw was now black fading into a dark gray color.
   I just finished wrapping the gauz when quick, furious taps came from my window. I peaked my head out of the bathroom door and saw a worried looking Raph. I sighed, knowing how protective Raph is he'll freak. I waved him in and began to clean up my mess.
   "Angle! Are you okay?!" A small smile formed on my face at the sound of the cute nickname he gave me once he learned I was from Georgia.
   I bent down and put everything back under the sink. Raph rushed over to me and began scanning me, his eyes instantly landing on my bruised jaw. "I'm fine Raphie. Just a little sore from a run in with a Purple Dragon."
   I made my way past his scowling form to gather some pajamas. "Those damn Purple Dragons! They're gonna pay!" Raph started to pace and mutter to himself angerly.
   "Raph." I placed a comforting hand on his bicep. Holy mother of muscles I think I just broke my hormones. "I'm ok. I'm still here and barley scathed. See?" I stepped back and held my arms out, doing a little spin. "I will let you see all of my wounds once I'm done changing." He still looked upset but clamed down for the most part, giving me a small nod. "Good. Now order some pizza and put a movie in." I then spun on my heel and returned to the bathroom, closing and locking the door. You can never be too careful with boys. Especially teen boys.
   I put on some black fuzzy sweats and a baggy, light grey shirt before going back into my room. Raph sat on the side of my bed waiting."Come 'ere." He motioned me forward and I compiled. He gently tilted my head and examined the bruise before carefully unwrapping my arm. "What 'appened here?" He tilted my forearm side to side trying to get a better look at it.
"He broke a beer bottle against it."
   Raph growled but nodded and began to check for any stray pieces of glass I might have missed. He found three and after another good five minutes of staring and checking he rewrapped it. "Anythin' else?" He grunted.
   I nodded and lifted the right side of my shirt, showing him the killer bruise that was developing. His knuckles turned white from the pressure of his clenched fists. His jaw locked and his eyes narrowed. I knew he was having a hard time keeping his cool.
   None the less her grabbed my waist with such care and examined me with such precision that I felt like a priceless french painting. And he, was examining my authenticity. With a sigh he let my shirt drop and gently pulled me in for a waist hug. "I shoulda been der. You shouldn't 'ave 'ad to deal with that crap."
   I gently returned the hug and stroked his head. "You couldn't have known that'd happen. It's not your fault, its mine. I shouldn't have tried save that guy all by myself. Especially when I was so tired." I felt him hug me tighter.
"You saved someone?"
   I nodded, "I tried to ignore it but... when he said he had a wife and baby. ...I couldn't just leave him there with good conscience. I had ta do somethin'!" I hugged his head to my stomach tighter. "I shoulda ran the first chance I got but I wanted to fight him. I haven't had a good fight in a while and the idea that I got one while saving someone thrilled me. Killing two birds with one stone kind of deal." I sighed once I realized I was babling, "I'm sorry."
   He just nuzzled my stomach further and took a deep breath. "Just never do that again. I know you probably 'ad it under control but; I can't loose ya."
   We stayed like this for another 5 minutes. Him hugging my waist, me stroking his head. I was really tired so I crawled into bed, Raph coming down with me, latched to my waist.
   I began humming the same tune I hummed when we met. "Let's go to the garden, you'll find something waiting. Right there where you left it, lying up-side down. And when you finally find it, you'll see how its faded. The underside is lighter, when you turn it around."  I yawned and started to stroke Raphs relaxed form. "Everything stays, right where you left it. Everything stays, but it still changes. Ever so slightly, daily and nightly. In little ways, when everything stays."
   I forced my eyes open and checked on Raph. Upon inspection I realized he had fallen asleep. I smiled and pulled the covers over us.
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Raph's POV
   I slowly woke up, feeling more refreshed and relaxed then I have in many years. I grogily looked around and found (Y/N) snuggled up to me, sleeping peacefully. My eyes widened as all the memories came flooding back. My mental exhaustion making me tired, her sweet... so silky sweet voice lulling me to sleep.
   Shit. I slowly sat up so I didn't disturb Angel. I reached into my belt and pulled out my phone.
49 Missed Calls from Fearless
32 Voicemails from Fearless
77 Texts from Fearless
35 Missed calls from Donnie
18 Voicemails from Donnie
20 Texts from Donnie
5 Missed calls from Mikey
3 Texts from Mikey.
   I sighed and decided to at least check Mikeys messages.
Mikey: Hey bro, I know you're hanging out with your 'Angle' 😂😇 But Leo's starting to worry. Txt him and let him know your ok.
Mikey: Raph? Respond man, even I'm starting to get worried. We're all about to head out and look for ya.
Mikey: Raph, please be safe. We've been searching for hours and haven't found or heard from you. I better get a good explanation for this man. Ttyl
   I frowned, feeling really bad for making my Bros worry like that. I glanced at Angle. Sorry babe, you may have ta meet all my brothers on Friday. I tapped on the text bar, knowing I should at least let Mikey know I'm alive.
Me: Hey Mike, sorry for not responding. I'm good. I'll explain later.
   I sent it and clicked out of his contact, scrolling down to Aprils. I don't usually text her but I need someone to help me cover this up. Hopefully she wasn't with Don or somethin' last night.
Me: Hey April, I need a favor.
   I sent it and put my phone aside deciding to wake (Y/N) up. "Angle." I whispered, shaking her lightly. She hummed in protest. "Angle wake up! It's me! Raph!" I whisper shouted at her this time. She slowly blinked her beautiful (e/c) open.
   "Mmmnn, Raph?" Her voice was groggy and light. Sounding absolutely sexy in my opinion.
"Ya, 's me."
   Once she fully opened her eyes she gave me a breathtaking smile. "Mornin' handsome." I blushed, turning to hide it causing her to laugh. "I'm going to make breakfast. You staying to eat or do you have to go home?"
   I bit my lip, knowing I should go home. But April hasn't texted me so my back story isn't prepared yet. I patheticly reasoned with myself so I could stay. "I'll stay. I love yer cookin'."
   She grinned, nodding in thanks. "Eggs and bacon it is."
   She walked out of her room and to the kitchen. I quickly checked my phone again to see if I had any messages.
1 Message from Mikey
1 Message from April
   I swiped my phone open and read Mikey's text first.
Mikey: Glad to hear from you bro. Leo's pissed as hell and wants you home now but is realieved you're ok. Don just sighed and went to take a nap. xD Better get that explanation ASAP. TTYL
   I laughed at his message, that sounds like fearless and Don. Backing out of his messages I clicked on Aprils.
April: Sure, what is it Raph?
   I sighed in relief and thanked whatever god there were.
Me: Look, long story short: I crashed at my friends place by accident and need you to say I stayed at your place if my bros ask. Is that cool with you?
   I tucked my phone back into my belt and got up, going into the kitchen. Taking a deep breath I sigh, "Smells awesome Angle."
   She giggled and turned around, "Thanks Raphie."
   I groaned and sat down on the bar stool. "Not you too."
   She laughed, throwing her head back, "Who else does it?" She turned and slid the bacon onto two different plates.
"Mikey." I mumbled.
   "Aww!!" She handed me the plate and a fork. "That's so adorable!!"
   I scoffed and felt a buzz in my belt. Pulling out my phone I see a text from April.
April: Sure, but I expect an explanation!
I sighed, of course she does.
Me: Deal.
   "So..." (Y/N) began excitedly. "Today is Thursday." She grinned widely at me.
"And..?" I quirked a brow.
   She made this squeeling, giggling noise and began bouncing up and down. "I get to meet Mikey tomorrow!" I 'oh'ed and stuffed my face with her delicious food. "Is he really how you described him??"
"Ugly, annoying, and loud mouthed? Ya."
   She rolled her eyes and finished her food. "Happy, go-lucky, funny, and sweet!"
"Oi! I never said sweet."
   She grinned, "Well, that's pretty much what you said. Just with different terminology."
   I scoffed for the tenth time this morning. "Whatever." My phone buzzed on the table. I checked it, 1 message from Fearless. With a sigh I unlock it and check his messages. The first 100 were worried, demanding texts from last night. I scrolled passed them to the one he just sent.
Fearless: Raphael, come home. Now.
   With a roll of my eyes I stood and gave (Y/N) a soft smile. "Sorry Angle, Lame-o-nardo wants me home now. I'll see you later, ya?"
   "Definitely" We hugged each other and she walked me to the window. "Be extra careful on your way home."
   I smirked at her worried tone. The sun beat against my shell and I winked, "Always." She rolled her eyes and kissed my cheek again, bidding me farewell.
   The whole way home I was grinning like a fool. Once Mikey approves, I'm asking that girl out. To hell with our species! I love her. My eyes widened as I approached the lair enterance. I love her!!