I Don't Know If You Write Poly, But If You Do, Could You Write A Poly Draken And Mikey With A Bunch Of

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I don't know if you write poly, but if you do, could you write a poly Draken and Mikey with a bunch of fluff pls?

Thx regardless, have a good day <3

Note: I've never written poly before but this sounded fun so I tried it out!

Warnings: n/a

Characters involved: Draken and Mikey

Gender-neutral reader, you/yours

They were fighting again.

The sight made you scoff as you watched Draken pin Mikey to the floor, noticing how the shorter boy was quick to make the other tumble to the ground with him.

It was only when the two of them began wrestling each other that you finally decided to intervene, not wanting to ruin your bedroom because of their petty fights.

"You know what, on second thought, I don't want any cuddles."

The sound of your voice made their fight instantly dissolve, however, it came at the price of both of them joining forces against you.

"What do you mean you don't want cuddles?"

"You're the one who said you were tired!"

While Draken sounded more understanding and ready to resolve the situation, just like he always did, Mikey was more annoyed and dramatic, making the taller blond kick him in an attempt to shut him up.

However, you were quick to intervene before Mikey could retaliate with a hit of his own.

"Yeah tired of your fights."

You were too preoccupied laughing at their confused faces to notice the look the two shared at your words, but even if you had you couldn't have stopped them from jumping onto your bed and pinning you down.

"Oh yeah?"

While Mikey sat on your stomach and mocked you with the question Draken was quick to pin your arms down, ensuring you couldn't escape them.

"Mikey get off, you're heavy!"

He pouted at your words, but remained still even as he dramatically held his chest as if you had just betrayed him.

"Must be all the Taiyaki."

This time Mikey did actually move off of you, but only to kick Draken off of the bed. He was quick to pull you into him right after, making you sigh at his childishness.

Usually, Draken would have retaliated and thrown an object or two at Mikey, but as he sat up from the floor and noticed your eyes flutter with sleep, he was quick to call a truce and take his place on your other side.

Your bed certainly wasn't made for three people and forced them to be uncomfortably pressed up against you, but you couldn't help but smile as you felt Draken's hand card through your hair while Mikey hid his face in your neck and dozed off.

This wasn't the first time the three of you had ended up taking afternoon naps at your place, in fact, it had become a common occurrence with Mikey's terrible sleeping habits, but this time you felt a sense of serenity as you felt Draken's breathing slow with yours.

Draken and Mikey sure were a handful to be with, but it was moments like these that reminded you of why you fell for them in the first place.

The two perfectly balanced each other out, and with them by your side, you were certain you would never have a dull day in your life.

If you still doing request and raise of the guardians how would the guardians react to swapping powers with Halloween s/o like and example of bunny swapping his with his S/I to which there a pooka while he's human?

Rise of the Guardians reaction to swiping holidays/powers with Halloween Fem Guardian S/O.

Jack Frost:

Jack Frost and his Halloween female Guardian s/o found themselves in a bit of a predicament after accidentally swapping powers. It all started when Jack, being his usual curious self, touched something in North's workshop that he shouldn't have. The moment he made contact, a bright light enveloped both him and his s/o, causing them to fall to the ground in a daze.

S/o, now possessing Jack's winter magic, found herself accidentally freezing everything she touched in a panic. Jack, on the other hand, discovered that he could bring spooky Halloween creatures to life with a simple touch. As they both tried to navigate their new powers, s/o couldn't help but freak out upon realizing her hair was now white instead of her usual h/c color.

"Jack, what the hell did you just touch?" s/o exclaimed, her voice filled with both panic and frustration. Jack, always quick on his feet, tried to calm her down and reassure her that they would figure out a way to switch back with North's help.

As they worked together to find a solution, Jack couldn't help but notice his reflection in the mirror. His hair was now brown, the color it had been when he was once human. It was a strange sight for him to see, but he knew that they needed to focus on finding a way to reverse the power swap.

With determination and teamwork, Jack and his s/o set out on a mission to undo the switch and restore their powers to their rightful owners. It would be a challenge, but with their combined strengths and the help of their fellow Guardians, they were confident they could overcome this unexpected hurdle.

Bunnymund:

Bunnymund and his Halloween S/o were in North's workshop when a mishap caused them to swap powers. Bunnymund found himself transformed into a human man with long gray hair, while his S/o became a pooka with fur matching her hair color. Bunnymund tried to reassure his panicking S/o, telling her they would find a way to reverse the transformation.

As they tried to navigate their new abilities, Bunnymund struggled to control his S/o's Halloween powers. It was a challenge for him to handle the unfamiliar abilities, but he remained determined to find a solution. Meanwhile, his S/o was overwhelmed by the sudden change and had a panic attack, unable to accept her new form as a pooka.

"Please calm down, Sheila," Bunnymund said, trying to soothe his distressed S/o. "We will figure this out together. I know it's difficult, but we will find a way to fix this."

Despite the chaos and uncertainty, Bunnymund remained calm and level-headed, determined to help his S/o and return to their original forms. Together, they faced the challenge head-on, relying on each other's strengths to navigate the unexpected situation. And as they worked together to unravel the mystery of the swapped powers, their bond only grew stronger, proving that they could overcome any obstacle as a team.

 (Younger) North:

North was in the middle of working on a new gadget in his workshop when his Halloween female s/o walked in to check on him. As she approached, a mishap occurred, causing electric sparks to fly out of the toy. Both North and his s/o fell to the floor, dazed and confused.

As they tried to gather their bearings, North realized that something had gone terribly wrong. He could feel a strange power coursing through him, one that he couldn't control. Suddenly, he found himself creating little Halloween creatures out of thin air, monsters that his s/o had the power to summon.

His s/o, on the other hand, was shocked to discover that she could now speak to yetis, which was one of North's Abilities that he had. Panic set in as they both tried to figure out what had happened and how to undo it.

"Ow, that hurt! North, love, are you okay?" his s/o exclaimed, rushing over to him. "What just happened? Why am I wearing winter clothes? You're wearing Halloween clothes, and your hair is now black."

North was at a loss for words, trying to come to terms with his newfound abilities and the chaos that had ensued. Together, they scrambled to find a solution, hoping to reverse the accidental swap of powers before it caused any more havoc.

In the midst of the confusion, North and his s/o found themselves relying on each other more than ever, their bond growing stronger as they navigated through the unexpected turn of events. And through it all, North's warrior spirit and heart of gold shone brightly, guiding them towards a resolution and a deeper understanding of each other. In the end, North and s/o were able to figure it out and undo what had happened.

Yuri on Ice characters dating a fem s/o who/that is a fashion designer and s/o designs their costumes for Figure skating competitions.

Yuuri Katsuki:

Yuuri Katsuki's relationship with his fashion designer girlfriend is a match made in heaven. She understands his passion for figure skating and knows how important it is for him to feel confident and comfortable in his costumes. She puts her heart and soul into creating unique and stunning designs that not only showcase Yuuri's talent on the ice but also reflect his personality and style.

Yuuri's girlfriend spends hours sketching, sewing, and perfecting every detail of his costumes. She takes inspiration from his music choices, his favorite colors, and even his skating style to create one-of-a-kind pieces that make him stand out on the ice. Yuuri is always amazed by her creativity and talent, and he feels grateful to have someone who supports him in such a special way.

Their relationship is a true partnership, with Yuuri providing feedback and suggestions while his girlfriend works her magic with fabrics and embellishments. They share a deep bond built on trust, communication, and a mutual love for their respective crafts. Yuuri's girlfriend is his biggest cheerleader, always there to encourage him and lift his spirits, especially during challenging times.

When Yuuri steps onto the ice wearing one of his girlfriend's creations, he feels like he has a piece of her with him, giving him the strength and confidence to perform at his best. Their love and collaboration shine through in every costume, making each performance a true work of art that showcases their shared passion and dedication. Yuuri is grateful to have such a talented and supportive partner by his side, both on and off the ice.

Victor Nikiforov:

Victor Nikiforov's relationship with his fashion designer girlfriend is a match made in heaven. Not only does she understand his need for unique and captivating costumes for his figure skating competitions, but she also has the talent and creativity to bring his visions to life. Victor trusts her implicitly with his wardrobe, knowing that she will always come up with something that will wow the audience and judges alike.

Their collaboration is a true partnership, with Victor providing input on the overall look and feel he wants to convey on the ice, and his girlfriend translating that into stunning designs that perfectly complement his performances. She takes into account every detail, from the cut of the fabric to the embellishments and accessories, ensuring that Victor's costumes not only look incredible but also enhance his movements on the ice.

Their relationship is not just about work, though. Victor and his girlfriend share a deep bond of love and mutual respect. He admires her talent and dedication to her craft, while she appreciates his passion for figure skating and his unwavering support of her career. They make time for each other amidst their busy schedules, enjoying quiet moments together and celebrating each other's successes.

Overall, Victor and his fashion designer girlfriend make a dynamic and inspiring couple. Their love and creativity shine through in everything they do, both on and off the ice. And with her by his side, Victor knows that he will always have the perfect costume to help him shine in the spotlight.

Yuri Plisetsky:

Yuri Plisetsky, also known as the Russian Punk, may come off as tough and intimidating on the ice, but when it comes to his fashion designer girlfriend, he shows a softer side. His Girlfriend is not just any fashion designer, she is the one who designs and makes his costumes for his figure skating competitions.

Yuri is known for his fierce determination to be the best in figure skating, and having a girlfriend who understands his passion and supports him in such a unique way means the world to him. He may not always show it, but deep down, he appreciates the effort and love that goes into each costume she creates for him.

Despite his rough exterior, Yuri trusts his girlfriend's talent and creative vision when it comes to his costumes. He knows that she understands him better than anyone else and that her designs will not only showcase his skills on the ice but also reflect his personality and emotions.

In moments when Yuri is feeling the pressure of competition, his girlfriend's presence and her beautifully crafted costumes give him the confidence and motivation he needs to skate his best. Their relationship is a perfect balance of passion, dedication, and love for their respective crafts.

Yuri may be the Russian Punk on the ice, but with his fashion designer girlfriend by his side, he is able to show a different side of himself - one that is vulnerable, appreciative, and deeply in love.

SFW/NSFW Alphabet

I said I’d do it, and I am doing it! Please specify which alphabet you want (sfw/nsfw) and do me a favor of not requesting too many at a time, but you can of course request multiple times!! Thanks for being understanding that I was occupied with my October Challenge this month, I will try to focus more on this blog again for November! Templates are by @ the-coldest-goodbye (who I am not tagging directly because they probably are annoyed over people using their lists and tagging them lol)

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SFW alphabet

A = Affection (How affectionate are they? How do they show affection?)

B = Best friend (What would they be like as a best friend? How would the friendship start?)

C = Cuddles (Do they like to cuddle? How would they cuddle?)

D = Domestic (Do they want to settle down? How are they at cooking and cleaning?)

E = Ending (If they had to break up with their partner, how would they do it?)

F = Fiance(e) (How do they feel about commitment? How quick would they want to get married?)

G = Gentle (How gentle are they, both physically and emotionally?)

H = Hugs (Do they like hugs? How often do they do it? What are their hugs like?)

I = I love you (How fast do they say the L-word?)

J = Jealousy (How jealous do they get? What do they do when they’re jealous?)

K = Kisses (What are their kisses like? Where do they like to kiss you? Where do they like to be kissed?)

L = Little ones (How are they around children?)

M = Morning (How are mornings spent with them?)

N = Night (How are nights spent with them?)

O = Open (When would they start revealing things about themselves? Do they say everything all at once or wait a while to reveal things slowly?)

P = Patience (How easily angered are they?)

Q = Quizzes (How much would they remember about you? Do they remember every little detail you mention in passing, or do they kind of forget everything?)

R = Remember (What is their favorite moment in your relationship?)

S = Security (How protective are they? How would they protect you? How would they like to be protected?)

T = Try (How much effort would they put into dates, anniversaries, gifts, everyday tasks?)

U = Ugly (What would be some bad habits of theirs?)

V = Vanity (How concerned are they with their looks?)

W = Whole (Would they feel incomplete without you?)

X = Xtra (A random headcanon for them.)

Y = Yuck (What are some things they wouldn’t like, either in general or in a partner?)

Z = Zzz (What is a sleep habits of theirs?)

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NSFW alphabet

A = Aftercare (what they’re like after sex)

B = Body part (their favorite body part of theirs and also their partner’s)

C = Cum (anything to do with cum, basically)

D = Dirty secret (pretty self explanatory, a dirty secret of theirs)

E = Experience (how experienced are they? do they know what they’re doing?)

F = Favorite position (this goes without saying)

G = Goofy (are they more serious in the moment? are they humorous? etc.)

H = Hair (how well groomed are they? does the carpet match the drapes? etc.)

I = Intimacy (how are they during the moment? the romantic aspect)

J = Jack off (masturbation headcanon)

K = Kink (one or more of their kinks)

L = Location (favorite places to do the do)

M = Motivation (what turns them on, gets them going)

N = No (something they wouldn’t do, turn offs)

O = Oral (preference in giving or receiving, skill, etc.)

P = Pace (are they fast and rough? slow and sensual? etc.)

Q = Quickie (their opinions on quickies, how often, etc.)

R = Risk (are they game to experiment? do they take risks? etc.)

S = Stamina (how many rounds can they go for? how long do they last?)

T = Toys (do they own toys? do they use them? on a partner or themselves?)

U = Unfair (how much they like to tease)

V = Volume (how loud they are, what sounds they make, etc.)

W = Wild card (a random headcanon for the character)

X = X-ray (let’s see what’s going on under those clothes)

Y = Yearning (how high is their sex drive?)

Z = Zzz (how quickly they fall asleep afterwards)

Your first date with them, after coming out of a toxic relationship

- Sano Manjiro "Mikey" x Reader; Keisuke Baji x Reader; Takashi Mitsuya x Reader.

- SFW

Manjiro Sano "Mikey"

✨ You agree to go on a date with him after he asks you out multiple times. Really. Multiple times. Sometimes he would come around and ask, trailing behind you after school. Sometimes it would be Draken, hanging around by your locker and asking you what your plans for the day were. You were not that sure as to how you should react, having the President of the Tokyo Manji Gang following you around. Your friends didn't do much to ease your nerves either, telling you horror stories about their gang everytime you brought up the subject. But after some time of having them both around, you start to relax and think that maybe they're not that bad.

✨ When you finally say yes to Mikey, he smiles as brightly as the sun and disappears just as quickly as he appeared, leaving you standing alone in the middle of the hallway.

✨ The next morning, he's waiting for you outside your house in his motorcycle, ready to take you for a ride.

"I'm here for our date" he proudly tells you, patting the seat behind him "Come on, let's go"

"Ahm... Mikey-san" you say "We have classes today"

"So?"

You really don't know how to answer that, and you've never missed classes before, so you end up changing into something else and getting on the motorcycle with him.

✨ As soon as you do, your arms snake around him like a vice, and you bury your face on the back of his neck.

He looks back at you, humming. "Something wrong?"

You nod vigorously "I've never rided one of this before, sorry"

"Is that so..." he trails off, turning the bike on. The loud engine roars to life, and you muffle a little scream against his skin. Mikey chuckles "Then hold on tight, I'm going to show you how good it feels"

✨ It actually does feels good, and you slowly end up relaxing your arms and bringing your head up to admire the view on each side of the road.

✨ You drive until the sun is setting down, making a quick stop to buy some dorayaki for Mikey, and a milkshake for you.

✨He leaves his motorcycle by the side of the road, and the two of you sit down near the riverbank to enjoy the last rays of sun. You promptly realize he's been looking at you the entire time.

"How was it?" he asks.

"It was great. I never got to ride a motorcycle before, and it was awesome"

"Really?"

"Yes! I would love to do it again!" you stop, eyes widening and mouth closing. Mikey frowns at your sudden change in behavior, and you quickly clear your throat as to not make things worst.

You know what happens when you push guys into doing what you want.

"I mean... only if you want to, that is" you clarify, voice only a whisper— eyes on the ground.

"Why wouldn't I want to?"

You see his hand coming into view, and you know he's moved to sit closer to you. "Well... maybe I sounded to eager, and I really didn't want you to feel as if I was pushing you to do something you didn't want to"

"Hey" he takes your chin in his hand, eyeing you curiously "What are you talking about?"

"I don't..."

"The only thing you need to worry is about holding me tight once more, when we get back on the bike" he says, and your cheeks immediately flush pink "Getting confident is no excuse as to not do it, alright?"

"Mikey..."

"Manjiro" he corrects you "Come on, try it on"

"What?"

"Try my name, come on" he says, still holding your chin.

You gulp "Manjiro-kun"

"Nice!" he says, leaning to peck you on the lips and then quickly standing up.

Your mouth opens in shock because Mikey just kissed you all of the sudden.

He stretches his arms over his head "Come on, let's ride back before I change my mind and decide I want to keep you the whole night"

✨That night after he rides you home, he meets with Draken.

"You want what?" Draken asks, frowning.

Mikey hums, looking at the sky, hands in his pockets "I want you to find out who she dated before"

"Why? Something wrong?"

"I just have a bad feeling" he says, shrugging "And I don't really like feeling like this"

"And what are we doing when I find out?"

Mikey smirks, eyes devoid of emotion. He can still feel your lips on his "We'll go ask him how he wants do die, of course"

Keisuke Baji

✨You're not ashamed to admit that you've had a crush on him even while you still had a boyfriend, and so you trail happily behind him when he finally asks you to hang around, thinking already about how it will feel to hold his hand.

"Hey" he stops, looking back at you with his eyebrows furrowed "Come here and walk beside me"

"Oh... I'm sorry"

"Why are you apologizing, dummy? I want to see you"

✨ You don't do much, and that's okay, because the only thing you want to do is to be with him. Somehow you end up going into a manga store, and you couldn't be more happy to run to the aisle where you know the last number of your favorite manga is, waiting for you.

✨Baji follows you, hands in his pockets, and when you turn around to show him the book, he smiles.

"Oh, you like that, huh?" he asks. You let out a high pitched scream.

"Like it? I love it! You see... the characters are..."

✨ You spend around twenty minutes explaining why the manga is so good, and how the characters should totally end up together because they belong with one another. It's fate. They're soulmates.

✨You cut yourself short to look at him worryingly. He's leaning on the shelf, arms crossed over his chest, an expression you've never seen before on his face.

"I'm so sorry" you apologize, biting your lip.

You know how much a guy can hate that you won't stop talking about what you like.

"What? Why are you apologizing now?"

"Well... I was talking non stop and I probably bored you..."

Baji takes a step towards you, grabbing the manga from your hands and scanning the cover. "This is one of my favorites. You didn't bored me"

"Wait" you pause, surprised "For real?"

"Yeah! Come on, I'll buy one for you and one for me" he tells you, picking another volume from the shelf and walking down the aisle to the cash register. When he realizes you're not following him, still glued to the same spot, he clicks his tongue and offers his hand for you to take it "Come on, hurry up!"

✨ You run and interlock your fingers with him, giving him a little squeeze because oh, this is real. When he squeezes back, you can't help but swoon internally.

"Oh, and hey" he says, leaning down until his eyes are right in front of yours "I would like to know the name of the bastard that said you bored him"

"Huh?"

He smiles, canines showing, and pushes a lock of your hair behind your ear "Just to give him a piece of my mind, that is"

Takashi Mitsuya

✨ He takes you to a nice restaurant, after many walks together to your place, all the times he offered to drive you from school.

✨And so you feel like you've had many dates already, sitting now in front of him in the dim light of the candles— talking about fashion, and what you two will do when you graduate.

✨You have a special talent for knitting, the two of you having bonded in the Home Economics class. He still wears the little pouch you made for his phone in his pocket, and you have a bracelet he braided for you in your right hand.

✨ He's looking at you intently, as he always does, eyes following your every movement with the same intensity that doesn't fails in leaving you breathless.

✨You feel so comfortable and relaxed with him that you end up sharing a joke your friend told you, just to look at him in surprise when he throws his head back and laughs.

"What is it?" he asks, once he takes a look at your bewildered expresion.

"Oh. It's nothing"

"No, seriously" he places his arm on the table, hand up, fingers coaxing you to take it. You do, and he holds tightly on to you "What's wrong?"

"I'm just surprised that you laughed, that's all"

"Why? It was a funny joke"

You laugh nervously, suddenly a bit self conscious "I'm just not really funny, that is"

That's what he used to told you at least.

Mitsuya shakes his head, and is suddenly standing up and leaning down on the table to kiss you, stealing your breath away once more, and leaving a tingling sensation on your lips. He cleans the smudged lipstick on your bottom lip with his thumb, giving you another kiss on the cheek before sitting back down.

"You're funny, princess" he assures you, grabbing your hand again "And no one else will tell you that you're not anymore"

He'll make sure of that. He just has to make a couple of calls.

🧣 RED Love Story Collection

Part X - Come back, be here

Hiya! If it's alright, could you do headcanons of all four of the tmnt turtles with a gender neutral reader who's on their period?

TMNT boys with s/o on their period.

~Leo~

Leo is the kind of boyfriend who is always there for his significant other, no matter what. So, when his s/o is on their period, he is extra attentive and caring. He makes sure they have everything they need, whether it's their favorite snacks, a heating pad, or some pain medication. Leo is always ready to listen and offer emotional support, understanding that his s/o may be feeling a little more sensitive or irritable during this time.

He doesn't shy away from talking about periods either, knowing that it's a natural part of life and nothing to be ashamed of. Leo is always willing to help out with any household chores or tasks to make his s/o's life a little easier while they're dealing with cramps and mood swings.

Leo also knows the importance of self-care during this time, so he encourages his s/o to take some time for themselves and relax. Whether it's watching a movie together, giving them a massage, or just sitting quietly with them, Leo is always there to provide comfort and support.

Overall, Leo's caring and understanding nature shines through even more when his s/o is on their period. He is a true partner who is always there to support and uplift his loved one during both the good times and the challenging ones.

~Raph~

Raph may be tough and hotheaded on the outside, but when it comes to his significant other, he shows a surprisingly caring and understanding side. When his s/o is on their period, Raph is quick to notice the signs and does his best to make them feel comfortable and supported.

He knows that his s/o may be feeling extra sensitive or in pain, so he takes on a more gentle and nurturing approach. Raph will make sure they have everything they need, whether it's heating pads, pain medication, or their favorite snacks. He's not afraid to go out and buy supplies if needed, showing his devotion to taking care of his partner.

Raph is also more attentive to his s/o's emotional needs during this time. He'll listen to them vent or cry if they need to, offering a strong shoulder to lean on. Despite his tough exterior, he's actually a great listener and knows when to give his s/o space or comfort.

Overall, Raph's protective nature shines through when his s/o is on their period. He may not always know the right words to say, but his actions speak volumes. He's there to support and comfort his partner in any way he can, showing that underneath his tough exterior, there's a caring and compassionate side to Raphael.

~Donnie~

Donnie is incredibly understanding and supportive when it comes to his significant other being on their period. He knows how uncomfortable and painful it can be, so he does everything in his power to make them feel better.

He starts by making them their favorite comfort foods, whether it's a warm bowl of soup or some chocolate to satisfy their cravings. Donnie also makes sure to have their favorite movies or TV shows ready to watch, creating a cozy and relaxing atmosphere for his s/o to unwind in.

He's always checking in on them, asking if they need anything or if there's anything he can do to help alleviate their symptoms. Donnie is a great listener, offering a sympathetic ear for his s/o to vent their frustrations or simply talk about how they're feeling.

Donnie also encourages his s/o to rest and take care of themselves, reminding them that it's important to prioritize their health and well-being during this time. He may even offer to give them a gentle massage or run them a warm bath to help them relax and feel more comfortable.

Overall, Donnie's caring and nurturing nature shines through when his s/o is on their period. He goes above and beyond to make sure they feel loved, supported, and taken care of during this challenging time.

~Mikey~

Mikey may be the wild and carefree one of the group, but when it comes to his s/o being on their period, he becomes surprisingly understanding and caring. He knows that his s/o may be feeling moody, bloated, and in pain, so he goes out of his way to make them feel as comfortable as possible.

He starts by making them their favorite comfort foods, whether it's a pizza with extra cheese or a big bowl of ice cream. He also makes sure to have their favorite movies or TV shows queued up for a marathon, ready to distract them from any discomfort they may be feeling.

Mikey is always there with a warm blanket and a gentle touch, offering to give his s/o a back massage or rub their feet to help ease their cramps. He even goes as far as to run a warm bath for them, complete with candles and soothing music to help them relax.

Throughout the day, Mikey checks in on his s/o regularly, making sure they have everything they need and offering words of encouragement and love. He may be the youngest and most playful of the turtles, but when it comes to taking care of his s/o during their period, he shows a level of maturity and compassion that surprises even his brothers.

Overall, Mikey's s/o knows that they can always count on him to be there for them during their time of need, no matter how wild and fun-loving he may be the rest of the time.