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Splinter's face displays an almost disappointed reaction staring at his sons who didn't understand a new lesson he explained multiple times.
He was about to scold the boys with his usual lectures until Mikey points out laughter in the distance as Splinter turns around spotting the individual wearing (f/c) ninja attire who utilizes the invisibility jujitsu with ease.
The ninja descends from the billboard and lands gracefully now revealing themselves to the others.
"I never thought to see the day that Lou Jitsu would instill knowledge to pupils."
"Along with being a father as well." (Y/N) said as Splinter gasps.
"(Y/N)!!!"
Splinter hugs (Y/N) nearly lifting them off the ground.
"So, you know this (Y/N) person?" Leo asked as Splinter lets go from the hug resuming his collected nature.
"Despite having the same age as the blue and purple one,"
"(Y/N)'s highly skilled as a ninja."
"Training since they started crawling."
"And you boys should learn from that." Splinter said as (Y/N) laughs.
"You're usually not the strict type Splinter."
"I find your sons antics refreshing in a positive light."
"It doesn't bother me." (Y/N) said grinning at Splinter.
"Wait, did you meet pops before or after his situation?" Raph asked.
"In some ways both,"
"Splinter's family household partnered with mine before your father set off, abandoning his family legacy,"
"And 7 year old me wore the symbol,"
"Spotting his new appearance as he ran away noticing it,"
"I kept quiet about it, after all, it's none of my business." (Y/N) said.
"Well it's good to see you again (Y/N)."
"You're welcome to stop by the lair at any time."
"And I would appreciate it if you assisted in the training."
"If you wanted to." Splinter said.
"I'll have to pass on the assisting part but I'm intrigued with how your sons approach certain conditions..."
"You have to be aware of that." (Y/N) said as Splinter stubbornly folds his arms.
1 month later...
The turtles were skeptical of (Y/N)'s surprisingly mature nature but during the first week they relaxed while taken back at (Y/N) being unfamiliar with the usual teenager stuff.
Pizza being one example that scared the guys. They dragged (Y/N) to the Run of the Mill pizza place skipping out on the night patrol. Which in turn became a once a week thing introducing (Y/N) to something new.
Around 9 pm, Leo accompanied (Y/N) a block away from their house. However, he paid attention towards their reticent behavior displaying a fake smile throughout the whole day.
"Something bothering you (Y/N)?" Leo asked startling (Y/N) by his question.
"What makes you say that?" (Y/N) replied.
"You were kind of not in the mood as our dad lectured us."
"And nearly took off before you used the 'studying excuse' to get away from the training."
"I don't see dad's family symbol on your outfit."
"Did something happen after those 7 years?" Leo asked once again.
(Y/N) held their arms averting their gaze at him but managed to speak.
"I really wish your dad would lay off the high praising whenever I'm around..."
"You really don't want to take stuff seriously in a matter when you never have a day off to relax..."
"Just after my 14th birthday, I left the dojo with items I could carry."
"Not even leaving a note why."
"And the household should know that reason..."
"It just became too much for me to handle..."
Tears finally ran down (Y/N)'s face who broke their bottled up emotions.
"Sorry if it's selfish of me but I'm a bit jealous of the laid-back atmosphere you and your brothers have with Splinter."
"He even acts a dad sometimes..." (Y/N) said nearly choking on their words trying to laugh.
Leo immediately hugs (Y/N) as their face rest on his shoulder.
"If the guys were here, they would be crying along with me..."
"And you might have tugged a heart string at Donnie too..." Leo said attempting to cheer up (Y/N) with a few tears of his own .
(Y/N) snickers with tears of joy accepting his hug as Leo smiles softly hearing them in better spirits.
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The next day...
As (Y/N) arrives to the lair, Splinter apologizes to them while the four turtles eavesdrop into the conversation. (Y/N) acknowledges his apology also saying they should have mentioned their discomfort before introducing themselves to him and his sons. The two agreed in a firm handshake then went their separate ways.
"Oh wait! (Y/N)!"
"I have one more thing to tell you!" Splinter said as (Y/N) turns around.
"And that is..." (Y/N) asked as they tilt their head.
"I rarely see the blue one this considerate in a long time..."
"I believe he was the one who made mention of it."
"And told his brothers about it last night."
"Causing uneasy pressure during breakfast."
"Interrogating their own father too..." Splinter said shuddering that last statement as (Y/N) gasps.
"A bit extreme but,"
"Definitely sweet of him though..." (Y/N) said as they closed their eyes placing their hand near their face smiling fondly.
Splinter raised an eyebrow as he questioned them.
"Do you have an interest in h-"
(Y/N) interrupts Splinter as they display various hand gestures as they explain.
"I don't think a guy like him would take an interest in me!"
"Nearly close to his polar opposite..."
"Or the fact I rarely know stuff outside what learned during my years in training..." (Y/N) said turning pink afterwards as Splinter chuckles.
"He's willing to listen to you..."
"Since he went that far to assure you feel better."
"Just saying..." Splinter said as he exits leaving (Y/N) behind who starts recounting their previous encounters with Leo.
("Is that a bit of blush I'm detecting?") Donnie asked as the other two turtles smirked at a red-faced Leo.
("A bit!? More like close to Raph's bandana!") Mikey added as Raph nods.
Leo paid no attention to teasing comments as he escapes but loses his balance on the higher ground as he begins to fall. He expected his usual 'land safely' but opened his eyes to recognize (Y/N) struggling to carry him. He instantly gets off saying a quick sorry as (Y/N) gives a thumbs up catching their breath.
"I suppose you overheard what I said after the apology between your dad and I..." (Y/N) said.
"Pretty much."
"But I'm definitely interested in you though."
"So don't overthink too much about it..." Leo said lightly scratching his cheek as the blush returned on his face.
"All right, since you're more familiar with the sights in this city."
"You don't mind spending one weekend showing me around." (Y/N) said as they hold his hand.
"Go for it Leo!" Raph shouted as Leo frowns annoyed at his brothers while (Y/N) looks up spotting the trio above a higher ground.
("Make that the whole weekend...") Leo whispered taking their hand in a steady yet tender grip as (Y/N) giggles.
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Originally typed November 1, 2019; Edited November 16, 2019
That moment when typing fanfics relieve the approaching end of semester stress (a good feeling indeed)
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