The way you said, "I love you";
with a hoarse voice, under the blankets.
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Soft thunder rumbled outside, and rain pattered against the windows. It was a dark night, one that left the Titans hiding indoors.
Raven liked nights like these. She loved curling up under the blankets with a good book and a piping hot mug of tea. Though lately, her stormy night activities had shifted somewhat, and she now found herself tangled among the sheets and limbs of a certain changeling.
Another bolt of lightning lit up the room, and Beast Boy hugged her tighter, burying his face in her neck. The action brought a gasp from the empath, and she bit her lip to hide a smile. "Don't tell me you're still scared of the thunder," she teased softly. Beast Boy simply grunted and nuzzled her neck.
"No," he murmured, "I just like having an excuse to cuddle."
Raven could practically feel his cheeky smile, and she couldn't help the snort that burst out of her. "Hmm. Good point."
They fell silent, content with each others company. Eventually the two started to drift off to sleep, when Raven heard Beast Boy sigh.
"I love you," he whispered, his voice hoarse and sleepy. Raven blinked awake, turning to look at him, but he'd already fallen asleep, snoring softly in her arms.
"I…I love you too," she whispered back, a ghost of a smile crossing her otherwise awed expression. "I love you too, Garfield."
~#~#~#~
when broken glass littered the floor.
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Broken glass scattered across the floor, glinting like a rainbow in the low light. Overturned tables and broken displays created decrepit sculptures throughout the shop, complete with splatters of red swelling from beneath a broken and battered Beast Boy.
Raven clung to him, chanting desperately in a vain attempt to heal his injuries. Both of them knew it was useless, but Raven would be damned if she didn't try anyway. Tears and sweat clung to her face, and she trembled from the efforts of her magic.
"R-Raven," Beast Boy coughed, weakly raising his hand to her face. She paused, glancing down at her companion's face.
His expression was one of pain and exhaustion, but there was a hint of peace and wonder hiding within the depths of his green eyes. Beast Boy smiled at her, a grisly look with the blood trailing down his chin. "I love you," he whispered, his eyelids drooping with the effort of staying awake.
Raven choked back a sob, uttering an, "I love you too," but it was already too late.
~#~#~#~
with a shuddering gasp.
~#~#~#~
Her lips were like a breath of fresh air. He loved the taste of her lips; the bitter jasmine tea and maple syrup that lingered from that morning. They felt soft against his, and he revelled in the sensation. All too soon, they broke apart, and Beast Boy peppered kisses along her jaw and neck.
Raven returned the favor, her soft kisses making his body burn. He shuddered from her touch and gasped.
"I love you." The words sprung from his lips so suddenly, he was just as surprised as Raven. They both froze, gazing wide eyed at each other for a long moment. Fear began to coil within Beast Boy, and he began backpedaling.
"I-I mean, um, well…"
Raven shushed him by yanking him close and kissing him hard, all of his fears melting away.
~#~#~#~
over and over again, 'til it's nothing but a senseless babble.
~#~#~#~
"Raven!"
His scream pierced the air, shattering peaceful silence. Beast Boy's feet pounded the pavement as he ran, his gaze locked on the empath's still form as she fell from the sky, smoke trailing behind her like a mystical tail. Tears burned his face, but he paid them no mind.
His entire being was focused on Raven.
With arms outstretched, he caught the sorceress, the sudden weight toppling him to the ground. The changeling instinctively tucked and rolled, hugging Raven close so as to not crush her.
"Raven," he gasped. "Raven, are you okay? Shit, Rae, wake up!"
This was bad, oh shit, this was bad. He shook, choking back a sob as he stroked Raven's face. By some grace of a higher power, she blinked.
"Raven?"
The empath looked up at him, her expression dazed. "Hmm?"
Beast Boy half cried, half laughed, and hugged her close. "I love you," he murmured almost hysterically. "I love you, I love you, I love you." The words were like a mantra, reminding him that she was okay. She was here, and she was okay. He continued to whisper those words, almost babbling as he held her close.
Raven said nothing as he spoke, simply hugging him tightly.
"I love you, I love you, I love you."
~#~#~#~
a whisper in the ear.
~#~#~#~
"Here." Beast Boy draped a blanket over her shoulders, and the empath smiled softly at him.
"Thanks," she said. He simply hummed, settling down beside her. They were silent for a moment, both staring out at the russet colors that bathed the bay and skyline. Raven loved the evening sky in Jump; it was always so breathtakingly beautiful.
Beast Boy shifted beside her, and she turned to shoot him a questioning glance, only to receive a goofy grin.
"Wanna know a secrete?" he asked. Raven raised a brow but didn't answer, something he seemed to take as a 'yes'. He leaned in close, their sudden proximity taking Raven by surprise and making her blush.
"I love you," he whispered, his warm breath tickling her ear. The proclamation, as sweet and simple as it was, left the empath dumbfounded. She turned sharply to shoot him a dumbfounded stare, but he was already gone, the rooftop door swinging shut behind him.
Author's Note:
Hey folks! So here's a small little collection of oneshot/prompts I did for my tumblr that I thought I'd share. I've just decided to toss this little melting pot together for these sort of things, so expect some more drabbles from my blog to end up here! (Also, i'f you wish for me to do more prompts like this, don't be afraid to send me a prompt! These were fun. XD)
Anyway, enjoy!
-vixensheart