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Dating Raju Head Cannons

This little head cannon was requested by anonymous 💟

He's a bit of a wild card, but:

Not entirely sure how he ended up in a relationship at all, spending time with you cuts into his training after all

Mistook you asking him out as you asking to train under himself and tells you he isn't accepting apprenticeships

Mostly spends time with you during his down time from said training

Rarely feels like wandering the city, instead preferring nature hikes and outdoor picnics

Does everything he can to protect you from becoming a monster of any sort and is extremely successful at this

Has given you a way of 'summoning' him at a moments notice

Starts to get increasingly clingly as the relationship goes on and starts contacting you if he feels he hasn't heard anything in a while

Doesn't let ANYONE know the two of you are dating, it is no one else's business and he doesn't need you stressed about playing telephone for "lesser" fang hunters

Often brings random trinkets from wherever he has been during his job, ranging from bits of old jewelry to geodes to pure gemstones. Though sometimes brings some kind animal skull or similarly interesting feather

Doesn't fully understand sitting and talking or being too romantic during dates but slowly caves at your insistence of getting to know one another and trusting each other

Is quite forgetful of anniversaries, birthdays, and other such "human" holidays, but when it comes to your health and safety like doctor's appointments and such, its like he has a marked calendar

Isn't very cuddle oriented, but will at least drape around you if you ask (considering he looks like just a head, upper torso, and arm)

Eventually makes a body puppet for better cuddling (he sees his blood thread technique as a tool and fears you'll get hurt or just not enjoy it as much)

Is very slow to give into kissing, but caves after you manage to kiss his cheek from under his hood

Gets extremely flustered whenever you kiss the skull helm he wears but comes across as angry (bad little Tsundere)

Refuses to wear anything you buy or make for him while he's out in the field.

Any gift you give him becomes part of his prized possessions and he will NOT, repeat NOT, let anything to happen to any of it.

Not allowed [Raju x Reader]

This oddly sweet little fic was requested by anonymous 😓

You were use to the chaos in this city, the destruction was just another thing to avoid, like rain. But your lover didn't like that, chaos could be snuffed out, if one was strong enough.

Yet, you couldn't stop to think about that. Whatever threat to the city was running amok, had just destroyed the sidewalk you were on. The weightless feeling of falling eased when you felt a comically large hand wrap around you.

Recognizing Raju's technique, you slid onto stable ground, facing the.....actually you still didn't know what he was. He hopped a bit closer, you knew what he was doing.

"You should be more careful." His voice had a hollow echo behind it, "Why would you bother coming out into this mess? What could possibly be important enough to risk your life for?"

"I wouldn't say it like that." You frowned slightly at him, "But the nearest store outside the fog is a good two hour drive. And the groceries won't buy themselves."

Raju looked at the spot you had been, scattered food and essentials littered the rubble. He had to admit that was a good excuse to venture out.

"Very well. But I'm taking you home." He draped himself over your shoulders, "You can just give me a list and I'll do the shopping. I don't want you risking your health for this."

You felt threads wrapping around your torso. Knowing that jarring feeling of leaving the ground was coming. You were somewhat use to this, but it didn't stop the lurching feeling.

Raju thought it was odd you had some ability to quickly adapt to this method of travel. Calling it 'sky-walking' of all things. Though it certainly made it much easier to move around with you using your full stride along side his air currents.

Your feet touched down on an open window sill of your apartment, the window you left open for Raju to come and go as he pleases.

While he did let go with his blood threads, Raju stayed on perched on your shoulders. Refusing to admit he was under your spell as much as he clearly was. Calmly watching as you wrote out what you needed him to fetch. Caught off guard when he felt the pressure on his helm, realizing you had kissed the bone helm instead of him.

"Will you stop that!" He got up, floating just at eye level off his cane, "If I've told you once, I've told you a thousand times! None of that huma sentiment!"

Raju continued to pout and brood as you chuckled at him, leaning in and pressing a sweet kiss to his actual face while he was distracted.

"No."

Raju tapped his cane, turning an odd shade of red under his hood. You couldn't see it, but hearing his odd language, you knew you got him.

Just before he left, you heard a mumbled whisper, "Stubborn huma."

Placebo Kiss [Raju x Reader]

This little fic was requested by anonymous 🩹

You had been washing the dishes when you noticed the water turning red with a stinging pain in your ring finger. You had sliced into fingertip while washing a serrated knife. The soapy water stung, but a quick rinse in colder water eased that immediately.

Raju had heard your hiss of pain and hopped into the kitchen just in time to see you rincing the wound. He was quick to grab some bandages and disinfectant to help tend to the minor injury.

While he hated that you got injured, but knew you weren't injured that badly. His time spent training Zapp especially was very informative to what humas thought were major wounds.

Raju was dabbing at your finger with the disinfectant, "You need to be more careful [Name]. This could have been avoided."

"I was being careful." You hissed lightly at the sting of the rubbing alcohol, "But after doing the dishes for so long, my fingers get a little numb and pruney. My finger slipped is all."

Raju clicked his tongue and reached for the bandages. Until you stopped him.

"You have to kiss it first. Make it feel better."

It was innocent enough, but....

"That isn't a medically proven procedure. By all means, it won't work. I've never seen a huma kiss a wound better."

You stopped for a second. You knew he was right, but it was the gesture that someone feel better. His students wouldn't have done it, trained professionals certainly don't. Yet....

"That's because it has to be done by someone who really cares about the injured person. Like a parent or lover."

You were trying to keep a straight face. While you couldn't even see his, let alone read it, you were certain he just raised an eyebrow at your claim.

Raju wasn't so sure this would work. Yes he cared about you, deeply and wanted you to heal quickly. But he also worried that his actions could also make it worse.

He decided it was worrh at least trying. If you were so set on it would work, then he would trust your judgement. Leaning over and pulling your hand up to meet his mouth, Raju planted a tiny kiss over the area before applying the bandaid.

Pure Fluff [Raju x Reader]

This cozy little fic was requested by anonymous 🧨

Your whole body was slowly starting to relax. You didn't think Raju could be so vigorous, or so passionate. He wasn't much of a body but he figured out a way to make this work.

He was fully aware that humas needed intimate stimulation after so long in a relationship. And that afterwards, it was customary to cuddle.

Raju made sure he pulled his body puppet into the room before starting, and was settling into it. He wanted you to be comfortable. Not just because it was what would be expected, but because he genuinely cared about you in a way he didn't about any other.

You nestled close to Raju on the side where more of his own body would be against your skin. He didn't fully remove his shawl or helm, you vaguely thought he was just shy. But it was nice, the way he curled the puppet and his own arm around you. It might have felt weird as two different kinds of skin brushed against your own, but you were well use to it.

Despite his seeming shyness, Raju loved to cuddle with you. His own hand gently combing through your hair as the puppet hand traced up and down your back.

You weren't going anywhere soon, but this was nice. You had no intentions to getting away, not when he was wrapped around you. Slowly peppering soft kisses across your raised shoulder.

The weirdest part was his helm bumping against your cheek, almost as if it was nuzzling against you too. The idea of him purposely making his helm do so made you giggle a little.

Raju paused, he secretly adored that sound, "Is there something funny about this?"

"Your helm keeps bumping my cheek."

".....I.....I could remove it." He hesitated to even offer. He hadn't removed his helm in years, even he forgot what he really looked like underneath, "If that would be more comfortable?"

"Its not that." You smiled, "I was just thinking how it looked from the outside."

Raju's head popped up. You couldn't see his face, but it was safe to assume he was confused.

"Your helm is a cow skull right?"

"I believe so, yes."

"And its common for animals to brush up against a face to show affection. Several different kinds do it including cows. So I was giggling because that's what it would look like."

Raju blinked, "That my helm was being affectionate as well?"

You chuckled a bit, nodding. Raju had a sudden idea and very gently nudged your cheek with his helm.

"Like this?"

He was doing this specifically to make you laugh, though he would die before say so out loud. Regardless of how little he said, or how much he tried to keep secret, Raju would always betray himself. Getting you to laugh and smile was one of his favorite things to do in general. While Raju usually succeeded, you were well aware why he was behaving so playfully.

Though he did stop quickly, preferring to cuddle more. Slowly tracing up and down your side while softly kissing along your ear.

He just wanted you to be comfortable. He never has had someone he cared about so deeply. Someone who's happiness would interfere with his training if they asked. Someone who could level him with a glance and make the heavens dance with a wave of their arm.

Maybe Raju would tell you these things, the stranglehold you had on his heart. But for now, he would cuddle you until you both fell fast asleep.

You WHAT!? [Raju x Reader]

This fun little fic was requested by anonymous 🤯

Zapp huffed in annoyance, this was the third time this month you'd turned him down in favor of your boyfriend. Just who was this controlling b-stard? Or were you just that whipped? This wasn't like you at all.

Sure, you seemed happy and Zapp could be happy for you. But his was the exact reason he never let anyone get to him the same way. Nope, free agent till death. Bachelor until he croaks.

He was going to call and see what was really going on, until he saw his Master. The sadistic dish cloth that trained him to use his blood abilities. What was he doing here? Was there some kind of blood breed in the city? No, that was impossible. Zapp would've heard about it long before he'd see that half a b^tch.

So then what was he doing here? Out in the open like that?

Zapp couldn't be sure, but it looked like he was carrying something other than his cane. What the hell?? Now he wasn't acting like himself?? Zapp knew that ragged a$$hole didn't do anything that wasn't practical or logical. So what the ever-loving bloody f#ck was going on with him?

Zapp wasn't very sneaky, but Raju wasn't paying attention to that. He was far too excited to give you the things he'd found during his travels. A small-ish box of random trinkets under his cloak, just barely poking out that he was trying to keep from shaking too much. Raju didn't want the small skulls breaking against the crystals and gem stones.

You had wanted to meet in the middle of the city, a decent café with a particularly sweet caramel covered treat that Raju was quite fond of. Truly the only exception he would accept of you meeting him anywhere except at home. He might respect your agency, but the wouldn't keep him from worrying.

Zapp knew this cafe well. You always liked it for how relaxed it felt. Why would Raju even care about a place like this?

What was going on?

He watched the floating dishrag approach you!!?? Was he dreaming or something? He had to be.

Nope. Zapp's forearm now had a large red welt on it and you were still talking....no flirting....with that sadistic bed sheet. Was this the boyfriend you were ditching him for? Did you need some kind of help? A good night's drinking? Maybe a book to the head. Sushi would let him borrow something, or Chief more likely. It should be a thicker book after all. Really knock some sense into you.

But then he saw something much weirder. Whatever his former teacher had been carrying turned out to be a box, that he was sliding towards you almost shyly?? And you were excited about it???

What were you happily exclaiming over???

Zapp couldn't take this anymore. He had to get to the bottom of this. You might be acting the way you had with other partners, but damn what were you thinking? He was half a body! At best!

"Hey! Unicorn Butt!" Zapp waltzed up to the table, "What's goin' on?"

Raju was not happy about this one bit. His most unruly, inexperienced disciple was insulting his lover. He wanted to set the silver-haired man on fire so badly, yet refrained for fear of you getting injured in the process.

"I thought I told you." You stared up at Zapp as he leaned on the table, "I don't want to go out drinking tonight. I have plans with Raju."

Raju melted a little at your words. And felt a small sense of pride. If you were at least on friendly terms with Zapp, he could accept it. However, saying you'd rather spend time with him made Raju feel so happy.

Zapp wanted to throw up, "You don't want to, or can't?"

"Don't want to bone-head." You frowned at your friend, "So don't push your luck."

Zapp backed off a couple steps, arms up in surrender. That was you alright, not that Raju knew magic like that anyways. Zapp wouldn't put it past his teacher to use some kind of potion or something.

"Alright, alright. Jeez" Zapp turned to walk off, "Just thought I'd check. I know this....uh person. And he can be a bit sadistic."

Raju was immediately on alert. What kinds of stories would he tell you? Would you believe him? Would it alter what you thought of himself?

"You give as much context as a cherry picker." You sighed, "Raju's been nothing but sweet and protective. So nose down before you don't have one."

Zapp backed off more, face flushing. He wasn't expecting that....then again. If you meant enough to this pile of dirty laundry that he acted sweet, then Zapp didn't have anything to worry about. At least not with you getting hurt.

Raju was deeply embarrassed, but also so elated that you'd defend him and tell Zapp off so directly. This would absolutely be an interesting chat later on.

Secret Fighter [Raju x Reader]

This fun little fic was requested by anonymous 💫

Raju couldn't believe this city. So many threats, so many true monsters that needed to be put down. Who would ever choose to live in all this? And why did his huma lover do so?

He couldn't keep track of everything going on around himself, until he noticed you in the midst of battle. Cornered by a small demon beast. Before Raju could get close enough to help, you punted the creature into the side of a building.

Raju stopped a just close enough to see that the force of the kick had killed it on contact with the building. The limp body of an experimental beast for his proof.

When did you get to be strong enough to do that? Or have you always been this strong? How did he not notice? Maybe humas are just shy about their strength.

Regardless, Raju wouldn't be comfortable until he made sure you were fine. You were quite use to these check ups. Resigning to let your overprotective partner check for any kind of bump or bruise.

"Where did you learn to do that?" Raju insisted, "How long have you been that strong?"

"Um..." You looked at him, bewildered, "I just kicked it. I don't need a ton of strength to do that. Besides, humans' legs are usually stronger than their arms given how much we use our legs."

Raju floated still, he never knew that about humas. He still had much to learn.

......Mine [Raju x Reader]

This fluffy little fic was requested by anonymous 💭

Raju could go and do any number of things while his partner rested, arguably more important things. But he liked the way their head felt against his chest. How soft their mane was as his long fingers ran through it. The color of their mane was slowly becoming Raju’s favorite color. Thought he couldn’t truly pick between that and the color of their eyes.

The way his huma would look at him, eyes wide and sparkling. Raju felt strange just thinking about it. As if his heart was covered in small, fuzzy leaves. He deeply enjoyed the feeling however and knew it was because of how he felt about you.

Raju couldn’t explain why you were so important to him. He found himself wanting to spend more time with you as of late, even at the cost of his training. Perching on your shoulder as you cooked, attempting to dance while piloting his puppet, even just laying still whilst you slept.

He didn’t realize he could feel this way about anyone.

Yet watching the rise and fall of your abdomen as your arm tightened around what little of his body was left, it was the best he felt in the presence of another…perhaps ever.

And he found he truly didn’t mind this. Sacrificing his solitude and training to feel genuine love and affections. To have someone to care about, someone to come home to. Having a home where he was wanted. Where someone would be waiting for his safe return and good health.

This was all alien to Raju, he never knew it would be so intoxicating. Nor did he think he would receive this kind of love, nor that he was capable of reciprocating it.

He was pulled from his deep thought when you nuzzled closer into his chest.

This was the soft kind of life Raju wouldn’t dream of. Yet it was one he would fight to keep now that he had it.

Colorful Explosion [Raju x Reader]

This fun little fic was requested by anonymous 🎆

Raju didn't really understand why his lover seemed so excited. Nor did he understand their purchase of oddly wrapped packages. Just that they didn't want him opening any of them.

Raju's curiosity should be sated by the end of the night however. He helped his partner move the boxes of wrapped...objects outside to a small concrete patch just on the other side of the road. They seemed rather excited at least, so perhaps this was suppose to be a good thing?

The sun went down and while Raju was weary of the match book in his lover's hands, he knew they'd be perfectly safe. Especially with him right there. But he couldn't help but worry.

At least once you lit the now obvious fuse, you backed up a good bit. But now Raju was even more concerned than excited. Did you just light a bomb of some kind?

Fweeeoooo! BOOM!

Raju ducked for cover and tried pulling you down with himself. But you tugged away, confused. Had he really never seen fireworks before?

"You don't need to duck Raju." You tilted your head at him, "Its just fireworks. Haven't I told you about them?"

"Fireworks?" Raju floated still, "I believe I've heard the term. But I could use a refresher."

"They basically explode into what looks like a lot of colorful stars. Here. Let me light another, just look upwards okay?"

Raju trusted you at least and did what you asked. Looking up at the sky when you did.

Fweeeeooo! BOOM!

Despite Raju's fight or flight response kicking in, he couldn't deny that it was rather colorful. The falling sparkles and fading lights made for a pretty little display. Though for such a loud noise, it was very short lived.

What Raju didn't know was that these were merely a precursor to a small party of your friends coming over with various beers and wine coolers. And their own set of fireworks to set off.

Raju thought someone should remain sober, until he saw how little alcohol was in the wine coolers you were drinking. Then he allowed himself to relax. You could handle your liquor in small doses like this after all.

And Raju liked the taste of the wine coolers, not so much the beer however. You weren't sure how many he had to drink, but the way he was hanging on you. You felt he might have had one too many. At least his job was fairly slow work. He would have plenty of time to recover tomorrow.

Bad Fire [Raju x Reader]

This angsty fest fic was requested by anonymous 🔥

Raju was so focused on the blood breed in front of him, and not in the least bit concerned about collateral damage. Humas typically ran from destruction when they weren't expected to help with it. So he was generally free to fight as destructively as he wanted.

And with this particular blood breed being rather weak, Raju's ability to sever it's limbs and burn it to ash was extremely effective. Though he wasn't aware that anyone was in the building that caught fire behind the writhing blood breed. And was extremely surprised to see medical professionals rushing into the building after it was extinguished.

His confusion turned to horror when you were among the wounded brought out. Even worse, you were the only one with sever burns across your back and side. Had... That had to be his fault. He was the one that set the fire.

Raju sat in the apartment until it was dark. Unable to really face the reality that he had injured you. Even if it had been a complete accident, it was still his fault for not thinking. For not even bothering to be considerate. If he just thought about every situation, treated them all as if you were near enough to get hurt...

That could hurt his ability to fight. Or would it?

Raju finally gathered his thoughts and went to visit the hospital, shocked they would leave the window open. Had you said something? Or was it common for them to allow fresh air inside? Perhaps the good doctor here just thought the cold night air was better for burns?

Regardless, Raju was slow in approaching your bed. Far more careful in putting his hand against your face, avoiding the bandages and small bits of exposed wound. He did this to you. It had been his fault, no matter what he was doing. There was no excuse for you being in here, no excuse for him to not take the blame for this.

He couldn't speak, his throat felt far to dry for words. Instead ever so carefully nudging your uninjured cheek, needing to figure out how he could make up for this.

How did this happen? [Raju x Reader]

This bizarre fic was requested by anonymous 🤯

Raju had been a little worried, staying at home while you went to the doctor's office. You had been getting rather sick lately and neither of you had an excuse for it. Raju considered the idea that he somehow brought an illness upon you from his travels.

But no, he showered before trying to do anything with you every time just to be safe.

Raju did not like the stunned look on your face. As he landed just in front of you, waving a hand.

"[Name]? What did the doctor say?"

You couldn't bring yourself to speak. You didn't think this could happen. Sure you knew couples that were human and Beyondian that had kids. But you weren't aware Raju could...

Raju was deeply worried, trying to guide you to the couch. Maybe sitting down would help?

"I'm pregnant."

Raju nearly dropped to the floor. You barely spoke above a whisper, but he couldn't have misheard. You were pregnant... with a child... very likely his child.

But you panicked in the silence, "I... I know it's got t be yours. I haven't-! I couldn't! I didn't even think we-!"

"I know." Raju sounded lost, but it wasn't anything compared to how he felt, "I didn't think it would be possible. I've never exactly... procreated before. So to know I could do so with a huma."

You bit your bottom lip. What would this mean for you two? Would Raju even want to keep the child? Would they be healthy? How much like Raju would they look? Would you be able to see how Raju looks without his helm? Or would they be more like you?

Raju didn't like the quiet look on your face. The thoughts he could practically hear whirling around your mind. But he wasn't ready for this, not at all. The most "parenting" he's done was train two grown men in the ways of Big Dipper. A child would be beyond him. And how would he explain his missing body parts?

There was a lot of preparation to be done before any final decisions were made.

Say It [Raju x Reader]

This adorable fic was requested by anonymous 💘

Raju was still getting use to having a place to return to, let alone a significant other. Yet, it was nice. He didn't have to worry about setting up or seeking shelter as much anymore. And you happened to be a very good cook, at least in terms of a modern kitchen cook.

Though in relaxing next to you, Raju felt a bit odd. He wasn't entirely certain what he felt. He was certainly attached to you. Between soft kisses and warm hugs, he knew he would be devastated if anything happened to you. But he still didn't know what this emotion was called. And at this point, he was too afraid to ask.

But he enjoyed you being so close, resting your head against his shoulder. Having someone trust him enough to relax to this degree was extremely cozy. Raju couldn't keep himself from gently combing your hair with his hand. Unknowingly lulling you to sleep faster.

The gentle squeeze you gave caught Raju's attention, "Is something wrong?"

"Hmmp mmmm" You nuzzled closer, just wanting to cuddle, "I love you."

Raju blinked, stunned by how... naturally that came from you. He knew you were falling into a deep sleep and that fact made him giddy. But saying you loved him? Was that this feeling? Wanting to be physically near someone? Or was it being emotionally close with...

Raju decided not to over analyze this. You admitted to wanting him around, and that was enough.

Raju carefully brushed a little hair out of your face. Kissing your forehead and whispering, "I love you too."

Late Night Chat [Raju x Reader]

This fun little fic was requested by anonymous 🕜

Zapp laid in bed, staring at the glowing rectangle in his hand. He should do something about Raju dating his drinking buddy. They couldn't possibly know how dangerous he is, that this "sweet" Raju was just a front.

Sure, dating was just putting up a front. But Zapp felt that Raju was just straight up lying to them. And that pissed the silver-haired man right the hell off. Especially since Raju could probably lie to them for their whole life and never reveal the true -sshole he really is.

[Y/N]: Your entire inner monolog.

Zapp snickered. There were probably plenty of people who felt that way about him too. At least they still had some game...with memes.

ZR: Absolute truth!

[Y/N]: Maybe to you...

ZR: Hey! Who stole my flask!?! Lol

[Y/N]: Wasn't me. But I need one fr.

[Y/N]: You don't have to tell me that, dumb-ss

Zapp smirked. Then wondered if they were even... He didn't want to think about it, but if they were. Well, Zapp wouldn't be able to look at his drinking buddy the same.

Zapp sighed, laying his phone face down on the bed. He would worry about that later. Maybe try talking some sense into them in person.

Collection [Raju x Reader]

This fun little fic was requested by anonymous 🎁

Zapp really wished his friend would straight up leave Raju. This was ridiculous. That stupid dish rag wouldn't actually care much one way or the other. Nor would he stick around much. This was way too far.

But they wouldn't listen to reason. Whatever Raju has been telling them, it stuck. So maybe opening their eyes when he wasn't around would help.

You opened the door and saw Zapp standing there. Weird, he usually texted first. Oh well. You could use a break from playing your games anyways. Though once in the door, Zapp looked around. Making sure Raju wasn't around.

"What? Paranoid that Raju will pop out?" You smirked, "Chill dude. He's off for work."

"Yeah, about that." Zapp looked at you, "You even know what he does? What he did for my training?"

"No, why?"

Zapp rolled his eyes, of course he wouldn't tell you anything, "Well, its about time someone did."

"Or not." You turned back to the living room, Zapp following you, "I trust Raju's judgement that it would be too dangerous for me to know. Especially in this city."

Zapp frowned. Stupid sadistic c-m rag really has covered his tracks, and made a good argument. But just as Zapp was a about to actually lay into the "truth", he caught sight of some really weird knick knacks across shelves.

Old skulls and colorful rocks lined up around other weird trinkets. Various tiny statues and gemstones, especially around the windows. Zapp reached for one, turning it over in his hand.

"Where'd ya get these?"

"Raju brings them when he travels." You shifted a couple feathers in resin to show off the plumage, "He's always bringing a little box full of trinkets. Usually rocks, geodes, and animal bones. Though sometimes he'll bring back some kind of jewelry or gemstones."

"Uh huh." Zapp looked around the room, realizing just how much was here, "And he just does this? You didn't ask him to?"

"Nope. He started doing it after we were together for a month or so. It's kinda like how cats and birds bring things when you actually think about it."

Zapp was quiet. This was nothing that lined up with how he knew Raju to act. If it didn't have a purpose then it was useless. But here he seemed to be going out of his way to bring you interesting and shiny objects. But why?

"Has he ever...ya know?" Zapp waved his hand in a circle, "Used this stuff against you or anything?"

You frowned, "No. Raju has never tried leveraging sex out of me. Just because you do that doesn't mean anyone else does."

"Hey!" Zapp's temper flared for a second before logic took over, "You don't have to call me out on it. I just wanted to check. He's never really been the kind to gift things. Or do something without a reason. A purpose."

"Well, he has said is because he thinks about me when he travels." You turned to a large headdress of feathers on the wall, gently brushing some lint off it, "And people tend to have vague, non-physical reasons behind giving things to each other. So its probably just that."

"Damn, he really does care about you huh?"

You turned to Zapp, an annoyed expression across your face. He put both hands up in surrender, before noticing the open window.

"Clearly not much with the window open like that though."

"Hm? Oh, that." You stopped Zapp from going near the window, "Raju doesn't like the idea of carrying keys, afraid he'll lose it or someone getting to me that way. So he comes and goes through the window."

Zapp got a solid backhand for snickering.

"Not like that ding-nut." You sighed, "He put these weird, ethereal ribbon things around all the windows and door. Said it'll keep harmful, unwanted guests out. And seriously, its weird."

"How's that?"

"This window is open all the time, but no bugs or even rain ever comes in. Raju seems to be the only one able to go through it. But he did say if I ever tried I could. But uh..."

"No way you'll be able to get all the way up here to test it."

"Bingo."

Zapp huffed a little. Maybe his friend was in better shape than he thought. After all, if Raju was taking all these precautions, to the point of sealing an apartment's windows and door with heavy arcana, then he couldn't be that bad for his friend. He'll keep his nose down, for now.

Old School Trinkets [Raju x Reader]

This fun little fic was requested by anonymous 🚩

Raju was tired. This last blood breed really did put up too much of a fight. Though, landing in the window and not seeing you at all, no matter where he went in the apartment... Worried him greatly.

Until he noticed the calendar. The square with today's date written all over and circled excitedly.

Ah yes, Raju remembered. You had been excited about something called a Renaissance fair. While he didn't understand what that fully meant, you being so happy had been something Raju couldn't bring himself to stop.

And he wasn't kept waiting too long for your return either. Though the large bags in your hands made him curious. What kinds of trinkets did you find? What sorts of things did you find interesting on your own?

Turning over several small trinkets of faux gold and jewel encrusted goblets and chalices, Raju had to admit that these trinkets did look rather authentic. And frankly somewhat familiar. He could recall coming across things like this and just leaving them alone. Except the jewels were genuine. There was a crested blanket, a flag with the same insignia, even a nice looking helmet amid your new gear.

But Raju was a bit upset when you showed him a specific weapon based object, a finger guard that was also a sharp and pointy blade. It made you look like you had a claw instead of a fingernail. Even if that was the point of the object, it was still dangerous. As were the bladed weapons.

While most of them were short swords you could easily wield yourself, the greatsword and broadsword you managed to find were less so. How had he missed that those were attached to your hips? Why would you purchase such things? Did you really mean to decorate with them?

Though, you did mention getting mounts for each. Pulling several small kits from one bag and pointing out where you wanted to hang each sword. So Raju couldn't remain too worried about you injuring yourself trying to use a weapon.

"And I thought you'd like this." Raju looked at the large stein, "So you could use it when you travel for work."

"So I can..." Raju turned it around, looking over the details of the ingrained wolves and bears, "A mug? What would I even use it for?"

"Well, it is sealed." You pointed to the cap, "And it also has a special knot system so it hangs upright around your neck. It can hold about 40 ounces of liquid. Maybe something to drink? Or soup?"

Raju looked back at the mug and then at you. Yes, he would likely use it for his next mission. He liked that idea.

Morning Routine [Raju x Reader]

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Raju woke up, only slightly cursing the sun and placement of the bedroom window as a bright beam caught him right in the eyes. But the few moments he now had to watch you sleeping certainly made the minor inconvenience worth it. Gently running his fingers through your mane as he watched the steady rise and fall of your torso.

While he had long since come to terms with how he felt, getting these gentler times was still fairly new to him. He couldn't help but ask himself how he never considered the possibility of interacting with other sentient beings for companionship. Raju barely bothered with Zapp or Zed, only sticking around to train them in their respective styles.

But this felt... right to him. As if he should have been seeking this out sooner.

And in following you down towards the kitchen, he couldn't help but want to perch on your shoulder. Even if you were only cooking breakfast, Raju just wanted to be close with you.

Cooking a nice spread of eggs, bacon, sausage, and eventually waffles, Raju helped as much as he could. Using electricity to cook was a new concept for him. And when you jumped back, nursing a small red spot, Raju took over cooking the bacon. Regardless of you trying to explain that is normal.

Raju would rather he get injured than you.

Sitting in a chair was another thing he had to get use to doing, since he rarely used what was left of his legs. And that mentality extending upwards on his own torso, but using his "body suit" helped with that. Since it was just fake skin attached to the partial prosthetics that would give him a 'full body'... and was something he really only used for trying to look like a huma for more domestic tasks like sitting and cuddling.

But listening to you describe a dream you'd had was very nice. Raju enjoyed listening to you talk, and found himself staring at you. The way the light caught in your hair, the soft expressions across your face, he truly thought everything about this situation was perfect.

His instinct made him reach towards you, to wipe away a small bit of food sticking to your face.

"What?" You reflexively leaned back some, "Is something wrong?"

"Just a small bit of egg." Raju hesitated, but reached forward again anyways, "Just here."

His shoulders slumped a little, gently cupping your cheek as he brushed the food away. Delighted that you would lean into his hand without a second thought. Though he was a tad bit confused why you drew back at first. He would have to ask about that.

Later though. He didn't want to interrupt you talking about the things you had to do today. A list he paid very close attention to so he could locate you easily later on.

Five More Minutes [Raju x Reader]

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Raju stirred a bit, not meaning to wake you but doing so anyways. Though the way you were still clinging to him made him feel like something was wrong. And he was quick to check your temperature. Brushing against your forehead as his basic understanding of huma's anatomy and wellbeing was that being too warm was a sign of illness.

You wiggled a bit, pushing his hand away gently.

"No, that's not it." You yawned, "I just want to stay put for a bit."

Raju thought about why you'd want to do this. Though still settled back into bed, rubbing your back. Weary about actually lulling you back to sleep. But still relishing that you were comfortable cuddling up to him like this.

So many things still felt like a dream to him. Like they shouldn't be happening... he would wake up soon and you wouldn't be here when he did. And Raju didn't like that idea at all.

You were just enjoying being so close to Raju. He was a rather sweet man... person. While it did take him a little while to even let you close like this, in any sense, this was so very worth all that effort. You felt perfectly safe snuggled under his last remaining arm.

It was a bit funny how stubborn he was about certain kinds of affection. Where he wanted you positioned when the two of you cuddled, how flustered he got when you could sneak up on him, how he fumbled in doing simple, domestic tasks.

Eventually you sat up, stretching and getting ready for the day. Though, Raju snuck his own sweet kiss on the cheek, just to make you blush.

trick or treat.... raju >:3

Raju + 13 Relaxing walk though the woods

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Raju let out a content sigh, a peaceful walk with his partner. Well, you two did have another purpose, foraging for completely fresh mushrooms and herbs. And that really did give Raju a sense of closeness. Being with you was one thing, but sharing things he did often was so much better.

"Oh, these aren't poisonous, right?"

Raju floated over to see what you were pointing at. The little plant looked like it could be thyme, but it could also be rosemary. But neither were actually poisonous, so Raju plucked a couple leaves to boil in a cup of water.

Day 3 [Dog/ Raju/ Aligula]

Prompt: "Why'd you save me?"

Dog

Things weren't looking good in the slightest. This city could be relentless and Dog was only ever able to get out for instances that had the city practically under siege. He just wanted to go see you for a change, was that really too much to ask.

Though he was thoroughly shocked to see you in the middle of all the action, using a frying pan as a weapon and shield of all things. It was a bit mesmerizing to say the least, until you hurled the cook ware right at him.

Of course, Dog was more than capable of dodging it, but he didn't realize what you had really been aiming at. A large creature was knocked back with a frying pan in its face.

"Why did you save me?" Dog blurted out, "I'm suppose to be saving you!"

"Can't we discuss this later?" You nearly yelped as he scooped you over his shoulder, "Ya know, when there aren't a hundred-something monsters running around?"

"Right right, sorry."

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Raju

The pain both of you were in, despite the razor-sharp fangs digging into your neck, draining your vitality, sinking in deeper for what felt like the 12th time already. Raju was frozen in disbelief, not wanting to believe his eyes, hoping desperately that this was all a terrible nightmare.

"You won't be able to move for a moment my dear," The tall figure behind you cooed, "Unfortunate side effects of becoming what your ex considers just a monster."

The hand gripping the cane was in serious danger of becoming pure white, even as the loud crack of splintered wood and bone rang through the silence. Raju didn't even begin to think of using flame and wind to destroy the blood breed in front of him. Thankfully this one wasn't Elder class, but that didn't make your transformation any less painful.

The shrieks that would haunt Raju's every waking moment as well as his nightmares. Unable to do more than watch, he refused to accept that you would change any. And you woke up safely tucked in bed. Unable to move due to Raju's limp form covering your body.

"Raju?" He stirred sleepily, head raising just enough that you were confident he could hear you, "Why did you save me? I'm a... a..."

"Shh." Raju petted your head, gently stroking your face, "You're better than that brute I put down. Far stronger a person than most."

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Aligula

Everything seemed to be going just fine, all your calculations were sound and the vials on the counter were perfectly measured out. It was just a matter of the clingy, pink-haired girl on your arm. You couldn't ignore her forever.

"C'mon baaaaabe!" Aligula whined, "Can't this waaaait? I neeeeeeed you!"

You let out a long sigh, "You always neeeeed me. Just a few more minutes and I'll be done. I promise."

Aligula huffed and stormed off a little, pouting like a spoiled brat again. It wasn't like this would take forever, and what Aligula didn't know was that this was something for her specifically.

After pouring the final vial into the bowl, you stood back. This thing would be a slimy mess at first, nothing that a good shake wouldn't solve. And just before it could shake the gunk off its fur, the creature tried to lunge at you.

Of course, you'd forgotten the pacifier gene. You always seemed to do that.

But Aligula was quick to defend you, throwing an instant fire starter at the little monster. Leaving you only slightly dazed after tripping on your coattails.

You blinked slowly, "Why... why'd you save me?"

"So you can keep cuddling me!" Aligula stamped her foot, grabbing the collar of your coat and dragging you off, "And since I saved your life, you can't get out of it!"

"But I made that creature for you, it was just about to become a cute little fluff ball!"

"No excuses! Cuddles!"

Day 8 [Zapp/ Raju/ Femt]

Prompt: "I can't believe I trust you"

Zapp

*Plink*

Zapp looked down at the empty shot glass, absently reaching for the bottle of hard liquor on the counter. Today couldn't have gone worse. Everything he did was leading to this inevitable moment. It was his fault his life went up in flames...

And he knew it.

Throwing his head back, the memories played over as if on some torturous nightmare loop. Seeing you caught in the crosshairs of his sham of a love life was bad enough. It was hell, but he deserved it when you slapped him in the face. He had promised to stop.

It had been an empty promise.

And that had been the final straw. You left without looking back. If only you hadn't run out into the street like that. You would at least be able to... You'd still be...

*CLANK*

Your last words hung over Zapp's head like a guillotine blade. Dropping at the very end of each loop, starting the cycle over again.

"I can't believe I trusted you!"

Pouring another shot that Zapp raised in a dark toast, "Yeah, I can't believe it either sexy..."

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Raju

The whole room was spinning wildly, Raju thought he could see cartoon birds floating around his head. But you were just sitting there and laughing. Whatever it was you found "fun" about that little teacup thing was lost on Raju.

He had to hold onto your shoulder for support. But even that wasn't easing the feeling in his gut. You barely managed to guide him to a trash can and a bench in time for him to lose the lunch you warned would be too big to enjoy the rest of the fair.

You had little choice but to go find a vendor with water and maybe a jumbo pretzel. Leaving Raju to not-so-silently curse at the ride in his native tongue.

Seeing you return with something for his stomach brought up more bitter feelings than relief. Even though the pretzel did look tasty.

"I can't believe I trusted you!" He whined, "That was not fun at all!"

"Well then," You played into his anger, "I guess you don't need this pretzel. Throwing shade like that."

"No wait, please." Raju changed his tone, "At least let me have one bite."

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Femt

"I CAN'T BELIEVE I TRUSTED YOU! FEMT!!!"

It was rather early for this level of yelling, Femt had to lean out from the kitchen to see what had upset you this time. His grand scheme wasn't supposed to start until at least lunch.

"You broke my hairbrush!"

"Not to split hairs here, Dearie." Femt looked at the ruined object in your hands, "But I don't have teeth that can chew things like that. It was clearly Snuffles."

You crossed your arms, looking up at Femt while you tapped your foot.

"And just who made Snuffles in the first place?"

"Well, I don't see how that's much of an argument point, Dearie. Once a creature has sentient life..."

"You still made him and refused to train him." You huffed, "My broken hairbrush is your fault."

"Be mad at all you want, Dearie." Femt slipped an arm around your shoulders, "You still love me."

"Love is a strong word."

"But it's truuuue~!"

You sighed, turning your head to avoid looking at him, "You still owe me a hairbrush. You know how unruly my hair gets."

"Oh, fine Dearie." Femt pressed his face against yours, "But you know I still won."

You flailed a single hand at him. Not trying to slap, just wave him away.

Day 9 [Klaus/ Zed/ Raju]

Prompt: "I've made better choices, I have to admit"

Klaus

Having woken with a splitting headache, Klaus was not the least bit surprised to find himself in the hospital. He was grateful to be waking up at all, though the pained faces he saw twisted his heart in knots. From his close friends and teammates, Klaus half expected their misconceptions of having caused Klaus's injuries. What he wasn't expecting was you standing there like a ghost.

For once, Klaus couldn't read your face at all. He was able to placate everyone else and convince them he would bounce back easily. Telling them what they already knew, what they wanted to hear. But you were the last person to move at all. Refusing Steven's offer to go home just yet.

While Klaus was overall delighted to have a few moments alone with you, part of him dreaded what might come next.

"[Name], Liebling." Klaus reached towards you as you sat, same glassy stare, "I've made better choices I must admit."

Klaus couldn't bring himself to chuckle, not even half-heartedly at his own poorly executed joke. But seeing you not even react to his touch was deeply concerning to Klaus.

"Please, what's wrong Shatzi?"

"This." That cold and distant tone didn't suit you at all, "Seeing you like this isn't right. People like you don't get hurt, not like this. All these tubes and wires and--"

Klaus gently covered your mouth with his thumb. He knew what you meant, he agreed with you on some level, and yet...

"Liebling, this is the unfortunate underside of my job." He tried to coax you into looking at him, "I may fall, but I know I've done everything in my power to protect the people I treasure most. I struggle towards the light no matter how badly it might break my body. No matter the hell I have to go through, the fact that I'm protecting you, ensuring that you can go on and live whatever dreams that you'd fancy. I--"

"Can you stop that?!"

Klaus blinked, confused. You were unable to keep everything from spilling out. Klaus was the one hurt, you should have been strong for his sake. But you just couldn't take how he was talking at the moment.

You finally met his steady gaze, "You're injured. But you're still trying to comfort me. Where is the limit of your... of your..."

"Liebling--"

"Why do you have to be so perfectly selfless?"

You finally snapped, unable to get a full sentence out due to your crying. Hiccuping incomplete thoughts and apologies, trying to hide from Klaus but not really. Klaus knew you didn't mean to lash out like that, he understood just how it hurt you to see him like this.

To see that he just didn't falter even after nearly breaking every bone in his body.

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Zed

There was too much going on at the moment. Zed was trying to ignore the blood staining his tank top, the way your breathing was slowing down from over his shoulder, and the words coming out of your mouth as he carried you through the dense jungle.

"I've made better choices..." You were struggling with breathing, "I have to admit."

"[Name], save your strength. We're almost out."

"I don't regret what I did back there." You needed to get this out, you didn't know if you would make it out, "I did what I had to do. Because I love you... I'd do it again in a heartbeat."

"I love you too sweetheart." Zed huffed a little as he climbed over a large root, "But please save your energy. We're almost out of here."

"Zed..."

The panic Zed felt as your head dropped against his shoulder was paralyzing. Everything was spinning in his mind, even moving forward felt wrong somehow. But he had to get you to safety, to someone who could help you.

Raju

Floating just at the foot of your hospital bed was something Raju never wanted to see. He knew you were a fang hunter, injuries would happen. But this time it was just too far. All these machines hooked up to make sure you were okay. He couldn't stand seeing you like this.

You were so weak looking and he hated it.

Raju almost fell out of the air when you stirred. Floating so close to you he might as well be on top of you. His glowing eyes burrowing into your soul.

"I've made better choices I have to admit."

No response. Raju just hovered there, blinking and watching your every move. Every slight wince as you moved and breathed. You couldn't brush any of this under the rug, Raju was worried and pissed.

"What were you doing to end up like this?"

Raju's voice was practically knives as he spoke. You knew why he wanted this information.

"It was a demon beast, a natural one." You said slowly, "Klaus mentioned it was handled before I passed out from the pain killers."

Raju sighed in a strained way. Weighing his options, what did he really want at the moment?

You were pleasantly surprised when he settled carefully around your shoulder. Stroking your hair slowly and just breathing. There wasn't anything he could say in this moment, nothing he could really do. Just sit here and make sure you were safe.