AUTHORS NOTE

Okay! So, I've figured out my pairings and I hope you all like them to! I won't say who they are as it will be a surprise later on. Hehehe. I am glad they you are enjoying this story (otherwise you wouldn't have gotten this far) and I would love your reviews! Thanks

END OF AUTHORS NOTE

Leo scowled at Casey Jones as he laughed at the tale of Loopy Leo as his brothers were calling it. April had a giggle once or twice throughout the story, but Casey was laughing like he'd never laugh again. Don just smiled at Leo sympathetically.

Leo just smiled back and went into the kitchen. April stood and followed. As April came in Leo turned and smiled.

"So what's happening in the world of April's world?" he asked teasingly. April just stuck out her tongue in response and sighed as she remembered.

"Uh oh. That doesn't sound good"

April looked up and flashed a small smile. "My dad has cancer." She says quietly. Leo's heart fell apart at once and he gathered the girl in his arms. They stood there like that for a while. Leo knew Aprils dad well, a loving honourable man and this news was not expected.

"Will he get better?" he asked. April shrugged her shoulders.

"30% yes, 70% no"

"Oh" was all Leo could say. April just stepped out of the embrace and helped Leo grab some plates for dinner. He couldn't cook, but that doesn't mean he can't help. They walked back out with bowls full of chips, popcorn, lollies, chocolate and marshmallows. It was time to pick a movie.

Mikey and Leo voted comedy, Raph and Casey voted horror and Don and April voted sci fi. In the end, Leo and Mikey won and they put on the internship.

Later during the night Don stood up and went into the kitchen to grab water or something. Mikey wanted to talk to Don so he followed. When Mikey walked in he saw Don gulping down some tablets. Mikey waved.

"Hey" he whispered, not wanting to disturb the others who were watching the movie.

Don just sighed. "Hi Mikey. What's up?" he asked but he sounded kind of sad. Mikey forgot his worries in worry of his brother.

"What's wrong? You sound sad. Depressed." Mikey said softly walking over to him. Don sat down and Mikey followed suit. Don glanced at Mikey, a sudden blush covering his face.

"I – I like April as you know" he started off, clearly embarrassed. "But she doesn't feel the same so I don't know what to do. I feel lost without her. Should I keep going after her? I mean, it's obvious Casey and her have a- a thing but I'm sure I can do it" he said more confident now. "Thanks Mikey." He finished and walk back to the others.

Mikey smiled sadly. He wished Don could see that he liked Don, but it could never happen! Incest and gayness at the same time? He would be disgusted. Mikey shook his head. No one can ever find out about his inces- nope. That doesn't sound right for this matter. Mikey smiled. Hmmmm… Turtlecest?

WHILE IN THE LOUNGE ROOM

Laughter filled the lair as they continued watching the movie. Leo and Raph shared the couch, April on the arm chair, Mikey and Don on some blankets and cushions and Casey leaning against the couch. Leo smiled. One big happy family he thought as he gazed around at the group of teens.

Raph wasn't really watching the TV; he was actually looking at Leo's reflection, the happiness, the tears of joy and laughter and the pride of our family. Raph believed that telling Leo how he felt would destroy all that. How could he-

The movie was suddenly put on pause.

"Raph! Did you ask Leo about the thing or not? I've gotta tell my friend." Casey asked. Raph quickly remembered the Halloween party.

"Yeah. Yeah, I told him." He replied, trying to grab the remote. Casey held it away.

"What about D and M? They know yet?"

"I'll go tell them now! Just put the friggin film back on." Raph growled as he stood and went into the kitchen where his 2 brothers were talking. Raph was curious so he listened.

Oh god. He thought. Don's going on about his dream girlfriend. For once I feel sorry for Mikey. Raph was so caught up in his thoughts he didn't notice Don coming out of the kitchen.

"Raph! What are you doing?" Don said, clearly surprised and suspicious at what his brother was doing. Raph went red as he tried to think of a good excuse. Don just rolled his eyes and walked away. Raph caught his arm.

"We're all going to a Halloween party. You coming? 31st of October. Casey's friend." Don smiled and nodded. "Hell yeah!"

Raph smiled at his retreating brother. He turned in only to hear a loud sigh. Mikey? He walked in and there he was: Sitting at the table desire and sadness gleaming in his eyes. They soon had a brim of humour as Mikey gave a soft smile.

"Mikey?"

Mikey jumped as he saw his red banded brother walk in.

"Hey Raph!" he said a little too cheerfully. "What can I do for you?" Raph looked closely at his brother. Seeing straight through his act.

"Cut it out Mikey. What's eating ya?"

Mikey's smile faltered and he sighed. He stared at Raph. Could he tell Raph? Would he laugh or be serious? THINK OF THE CONSEQUENCES MIKEY! THINK OF THE CONSEQUENCES!

Mikey decided it was safe to tell his brother, so he mumbled. Raph leaned forward trying to catch the words but could make out nothing.

"Bit louder brother." He said encouragingly. He was curious about what Mikey had to tell him and wanted help out as much as possible. Mikey mumbled something again, though only a fraction louder. The only words Raph was able to catch were like and brother.

"One more time Mikey"

"I LIKE MY BROTHER" Mikey whisper shouted tears pooling at the edge of his eyes as he waited for his brother to laugh or run off to tell everyone. But Raph did neither. Mikey searched his eyes for disgust but only found understanding.

"That's okay Mikey. It's alright" Raph said gently as he gathered Mikey in his arms. "Wanna tell me who it is?"

Mikey looked up at him with amusement in his eyes. "You get to guess"

"Fine" Raph said. He then hesitated before asking "It's not me is it?"

Mikey just laughed. "You wish brother. Try again"

"It's not Leo right?" He tried again and Mikey noticed something I his eyes like a fierce lion protecting the pride. But Rah had something else in his eyes. Worry? Why would Raph be worried about him liking Leo unless... Unless he felt something…

"Mikey? MIIKEY!" His eyes were suddenly focusing on Raph's figure that was waving fingers in his face. Mikey nodded. "Is it Leo?" he repeated.

"No"

"Then, if you're serious, it's…"

"Yes."

An awkward silence fell between them and Raph decided to tell him his secret.

"Well… I kinda like-"

"Leo. Yeah. I kinda noticed that you went all stiff when you thought I liked him." Mikey said teasingly only to receive a growl and he soon screamed in fright as Raph jumped on him and began playfully beating him up.

"RAPH! MIKEY! What are you doing?" a sudden shout filled the kitchen. Both turtles turned to see their leader standing in front of them. Leo was glaring and had his arms crossed.

Raph rolled his eyes. "Easy Fearless. We were just having a bit of fun" he said smirking down at his younger brother who was squirming beneath him. Leo's glare just turned harder.

"Near a bunch of knives" he snarled and pointed to the rack of knives that had been sharpened and cleaned. Raph's eyes widened and he let go. YIKES! What if had pushed Mikey that way? He may have been hurt. He hung his head. Nice move Raph. Now he thinks you're a bone head like Casey!

Mikey started to shake. He had a thing with knives and stabbings and he never wanted Raph to get hurt! No matter how annoying he could be. Small tear pooled at his eyes as images came through.

"Mikey. Shh. Shh. It's alright. No one is hurt, no one is stabbed. I shoulda been more careful bro. so don't you dare blame yourself." Raph said fiercely while gently cradling him in his arms. Mikey's whimpers softened.

Leo watched this through hard eyes, but relaxed as he watched his brother be gently swayed by the emerald turtle. Nice save Raph. He thought a small smile appearing on his face as Mikey became his usual bouncy self.

"I'm gonna go back to the movie now." Mikey said cheerfully. Raph then remembered why he came here at all.

"Oh and Mikey?" his voice stopped his brother in his tracks. "We're going to a Halloween party in 2 days so get ready to have fun" Mikey just squealed and raced out excitedly. Raph and Leo both chuckled and glanced at each other. When their eyes met they quickly looked away.

"Um… Raph?" Leo asked hesitantly.

"Yeah Fearless?" He smirked while Leo just rolled his eyes.

"I'm sorry about being so snappy. I- I shouldn't of yelled it's just, I don't what I'd do without you guys. You in particular. You're the one who always challenges me to become better and stronger for me family and team and I thank you for that" Leo stammered out his face darkening with each sentence.

Raph stared down at his older sibling. Raph had a growth spurt and was now 2 cm taller than Leo. He smiled and Leo smiled back. They both turned to walk of the room and Raph just couldn't stop staring at Leo's hips. They moved from side to side perfectly. Raph shook his head and looked at the screen. The couch was still empty so he and Leo returned to their previous spots.

Raph leaned down and whispered into Dons ear.

"Mikey knows about my LP" he whispered and Don had to cover up and giggle with a cough. Leo looked at them curiously. What was going on between those 2? What were they planning? He shrugged and turned his eyes back to the screen.

They had put on a different movie. Pitch Perfect. It was one of April's favourites and half way through the movie, everyone bar Leo, Raph and April had fallen asleep. They kept their laughing to a minimum so they don't wake the others. April began to get sleepy though so Leo and Raph moved off the sofa so she could lie down and fall asleep if she needed to. Leo and Raph enjoyed the end of the movie and started chatting about it quietly.

Little did they know that 2 brothers were listening and watching them. Don had pointed Leo and Raph to Mikey a while into the movie and Mikey nodded.

They walked out of the room and into the dojo because Raph couldn't control his laughter. Leo sat on one of the meditation mats and beckoned Raph to sit as well. Once they were bother seated comfortably, they began chatting.

"They had chosen some good songs"

"Yeah, I like the Magic one. It rocked." Raph was beaming.

Leo was also happy. He loved times like this where they could just chat and be friends. But Leo knew that he felt something towards his hot tempered brother.

He was always watching his movement, looking at him in admiration, wanting to spend every minute talking with him and he never left the blue banded turtles mind! Leo sighed. Why was this so tough?

"Leo? What's up bro?" Raph asked worry sparkling in his golden eyes. Leo just yawned. God was he tired! Raph just grinned.

"Bedtime for little leaders?" he said. Leo shook his head defiantly. But there was a smile cracking.

"No"

"Yes"

"No"

"Yes"

"No"

"No?"

"Yes" Leo's eyes widened. He had been tricked. He growled and tried to run away but Raph just picked him up and carried him off to his room. he laid Leo on the bed and just sat on the chair next to him. Leo looked at Raph suspiciously.

"Raphael. Why are you watching me sleep?" he asked accusingly. Raph chuckled.\

"Because I know that if I leave and go to my bed you'll just get up and do kata's or more training" he said smiling. Leo chuckled because it was true. He moved over and patted the matrass.

"Please." He said hopefully. Raph just shook his head but sighed when Leo asked again.

"Fine Fine"

Raph hopped in because it was freezing and he was soon warm under the blankets. Leo snuggled up close to his brother and fell asleep almost at once.

"Hey Raph?"
"Yeah?"

"You told the others about the Halloween party right?"
"Yes"

"Okay…"

A small silence.

"Night Hothead"

"Night Fearless"

Outside Leo's door, the others had all woken up and were discussing operation Raphenardo as Mikey called it.

"Well the party is the obvious place to make a set up" April suggested. "We could have a song playing and make them dance. This will just be like in the movies!" she squealed clapping her hands.

"I agree with the song and dance, but what? it needs to be sneaky yet normal and needs to be obviously romantic, but again, a rhythm." Don stated.

"OH! I KNOW! I KNOW! I KNOW!" Mikey shouted. He was smiling and he rummaged through the previous played DVD box and pulled out one. He inserted the disc into the TV and skipped so many scenes. He landed on one and a song filled the air. It was a girl and a boy in a boat in a lagoon… THE SONG WAS PERFECT!
"Alright! So Casey, can you get this song to be played at the party?" Don asked.

"Totally" he said smiling.

Raph and Leo didn't know what was gonna hit them.

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