TMNT Pain Ch.2

Ch.2
Meeting the boyfriend and The RayGunz:

Leo couldn’t talk…all he could hear was ‘My boyfriend is in a gang.’ Leo takes a deep breathe to calm his nerves but he was still shaking a little bit which made April a little worried.

“Leo…a-are you alright? Please talk to me…” April asked her brother with a worried voice and look.

Leo rubs his head trying to calm his nerves down, his mind was racing, and he was thinking of that night when their mother died from a gang attack and hearing his little sister say that…she’s dating a ‘gang’ member is hard to deal with.

“Brother…please…talk to me…can…can we go to the park to talk after school…o-or how about now since it’s the first day and on a Friday…just…please talk to me brother.” April begged in a sad voice.

Leo snapped out of his daze from hearing April’s sad voice. He felt guilty for making her fell so bad.

“Oh April…I-I’m sorry. You just surprised me is all and…my mind went into a daze. Yeah…let’s do that…we can go to the park to talk. We can go to our favorite spot like we did when we were kids. L-Let me talk to the office and let them know something really important came up and you and I need to leave if we can. Come on…let’s get rid of our trays and head to the office.” Leo said with a forced smile trying not to make his sister worried.

April smiled sadly back at her brother.

“Okay Leo…let’s do that.” April said as she got up from her seat with her brother.
Luckily the school let Leo and April leave after Leo explained the situation to them and they let them leave early.

Leo and April ended up in their favorite spot at the park. Their special spot is under the giant oak tree that’s far off in the woods. Leo and April’s mother showed them the tree when they were little, and they’ve always come here to talk about their problems and help each other with their troubles.

Leo and April sat on the ground underneath the tree in silence waiting for one of them to talk.

“April…I…I just don’t know what to say or…to tell you. But…How on Earth did you end up with a gang member…when you know what happen to our mother?” Leo asked in a shaky voice trying his best not to cry when he brought up his mother.

“Believe me Leo…being with a gang member was the LAST thing I wanted but…after I’ve gotten to know him…I just…fell in love with him Leo. At first when I found out that he was in a gang…I distanced myself from him but…he always found a way to talk to me. He chased for my affection Leo. How many guys do that?” April asked no one as she looked up at the leaves.

Leo remained silent. He wanted to hear his sister and not get angry or jump to conclusion.

“Anyway…at first I told him I don’t want a relationship…but…he didn’t give up. Even when I didn’t become his girlfriend…he was always there to talk to me or to help out with something when I needed help. Then…he finally said that I was hesitant to go out with him because of him being in a gang and naturally I said yes…I also told him that…I lost my mother to a gang member and…Oh Leo…he…he had this sad face on him that…reminded me so much of me and you. He told me he understood because…he and his brother lost their sister to The Foot gang. Their sister was only 12 years old Leo…she was just a child. Donnie was only 13 years old and his big brother was 16. That was 4 years ago.” April said near tears that Leo wrapped his arm around her shoulder to comfort her.

“Shh…it’s okay April…continue with the story when you get ready.” Leo said with a comfort voice.

April took a deep breathe to collect herself.

“A-Anyway…when I heard Donnie’s story I asked him why was he and his brother in a gang if they lost their sister to gang members. He told me that his big brother made the gang in order to stop the Foot gang. Don’t get me wrong Leo…Donnie’s gang isn’t good but it ain’t bad either. It’s hard to explain.” April said rubbing her head trying to figure out how to explain to Leo.

“I think I understand April…Technically the RayGunz put the law into their own hands, but they don’t do meaningless things like the Foot do? Does that sound about right?” Leo asked understanding a little bit.

“Yeah that’s it! I was still hesitant to go out with him Leo but…I…I love him…So…I’m sorry if you hate me or…if your disappointed in me.” April said as she hugged her knees to her chest.

Leo just looked at his sister. He could never be disappointed in her or hate her, no matter what she did. Leo can tell that she loves this Donatello guy very much…and what right does Leo have to ruin her happiness? Like his mother always said…Sometimes you have to do things you don’t like to see that one person you care about the most to see them happy…and it looks like Leo is going to be doing that for April.

Leo hugged April and it made her gasped in surprise and she began to cry and hugged her brother tightly.

“I can never hate you April nor be disappointed in you…Thank you for telling me and not keep it from me. As long as he treats you right and…doesn’t make you do things you don’t wish to do then…I’ll…I’ll support your decision in this relationship…on one condition.” Leo said making April look up at him.

“W-What’s that Leo?”

“It’s simple…you let me meet your boyfriend…if…that’s okay of course.” Leo asked now looking up at the leaves above their heads.

“Of course you can meet him! I’ve told him so much about you Leo and he even asked questions about you.” April said with an excited voice that made Leo smile at his sister’s actions.

“Oh he did? What kind of questions? Should I be worried?” Leo said with a smile on his face playing around with his sister.

“Nah it’s nothing bad bro. He just asked what you’re like and how we are brother and sister since you’re a Turtle and I’m a human, those types of things. I even showed him a picture of you and me. So I’m really happy that you want to meet him. But…how am I going to tell daddy about this?” April said as her smile turned upside down.

Leo didn’t know what they were going to tell father. He knew he would feel the way he first did when April told him that Donnie was in a gang.

“I don’t know April but…I don’t think you have to worry about that right now. Maybe wait a while and wait for the right moment to tell him. So…When can I meet the man that captured my little sister’s heart?” Leo said as he brought his hands together and smiled at her when she blushed.

“Well I have to call and asked him when a good time for you to meet him is. Let me call him now and see.” April said with a smile as she brought out her phone and began looking through her phone for Donnie’s number.

After a few seconds April gave off a smile when she heard Donnie’s voice.

“Hey Donnie! I’m fine how are you? Hehe…I miss you too. Oh nothing’s wrong I needed to ask you something. Well…I told my brother Leo about you…He’s worried of course but he said he isn’t going to come between us… Yeah he’s a great guy…Anyway he said he wants to meet the man that captured my heart…Don’t get cocky Donatello! Hehe…you goofball…So, when’s a good time for him to meet you?” April asked as she waited for her boyfriend’s answer.

Leo just watched his sister talk to Donnie on the phone. Now he was really glad he didn’t disapprove of April’s boyfriend. He never saw her so happy. The only time he saw her so happy was when their mother was alive and playing princess with her. Leo was so happy to see her like this. He’s willing to give Donnie a chance.

“Really?! That’s perfect! Thank you so much Donnie! Huh…Oh yeah sure your brother can come if he wants but why does he want to? Huh…OH! You okay? Your brother…alright…We’re at the park right now in our special spot. No I ain’t telling you! Because this is Leo and mine favorite spot…I may tell you it someday okay. Alright where do you want us to meet you? Uh-huh…Okay so at the park since were here? Okay we’ll be at the picnic area then. See you soon Donnie…Hehe…Love you too, bye.” April said with a blush and smile as she hung up her phone.

“So I take it we’re going to the picnic area. Everything okay? You sounded worried when he mentioned his brother coming.” Leo asked as he got up and helped his sister up as well.

“Oh I don’t mind his brother coming at all. I was worried because the reason why he was coming. Donnie said that The Foot has being more violent lately and his brother doesn’t want to let him walk alone until it blows over.” April said slowly and to make sure Leo won’t get worried about her.

“A-Are you safe when your with them? I-I support your relationship but…I-I don’t want you to be in any danger.” Leo said in a nervous voice as they walked toward the picnic area.
“You don’t have to worry Leo. Donnie is SUPER protective of me. That’s the one thing that you and him have in common, plus his brother, the LEADER of the gang, makes sure I’m safe as well because he knows how much Donnie cares about me.” April said as she grabbed Leo’s hand and swings it back and forth like she did when they were little.

Leo sighed in relief hearing that they protect her.

“Well…Maybe Donnie and I will get along well then since he’s protective of you like I am.” Leo said with a smile.

Leo and April made to the picnic area and April brought Leo to a certain one. Leo took a look to see what’s so special about the table and he noticed it and he just smiled.

On the table had ‘Donnie + April’. It was so cute

“Aww, now that’s just cute April. You guys put your names into the table…and the heart is a cute touch too!” Leo said as he rubbed the surface that April and Donnie written.

April smiled at her brother when he just looked at the artwork that she and Donnie made.

“Hehe. We made that when I finally said yes to going out with Donnie. He was so happy, he decided to write our name on it as well as the date, but you can hardly see it.” She said as she rubbed the heart.

Leo tried to find the date but like April said, it wasn’t easy to find.

“When did you two start dating?”

“We started dating on June 5. I met him around May nearly after we got out of school for summer. He chased me ever since May when we met. Oh! I’m so excited to see him Leo!” April said with a huge smile on her face that made Leo smile along with her.

“I’m sure he’ll be here soon. While were waiting, I’m gonna read my book for little bit, is that okay?” Leo asked as he brought his book out of his backpack and sat down at the table.

“Sure Leo! You deserve to calm your nerves after talking with me. I’ll keep an eye out for Donnie and his brother.” April said with a smile as she sat next to him with a smile. Leo smiled back and opened his book and began to read.

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With Donnie and his brother:

“Dude I told you I will be fine ya know.” Donnie said trying to get his older brother to leave him be.

Donnie is a tall olive skinned Turtle with big brown eyes. He's the brainy one of the gang. He can hack any computer and if you need some medical attention then he’s the Turtle for you.

He’s wearing a black leather jacket with the gangs name on the back, dark blue baggy pants, a purple shirt, and brown boots.

Donnie was nervous enough as it was. He was meeting his girlfriend’s brother for petes sake! And having his brother tag along wasn’t helping him at all.

“Well…whether ya like it or not Donnie, I ain’t leaving ya till this whole Foot shit blows over. So ya might as well get used ta me being around. I ain’t gonna embarrass ya around yer girlfriend. I’ve done met da girl, so chill!” He said trying to get his little brother to calm down.

“Raph it isn’t that simple. I’m meeting her big brother. He’s very protective of her. From what she said on the phone he won’t come between us, but he wants to meet me to set his mind at ease.” Donnie said putting his hands in his leather pockets as he kicked some rocks.

Raphael, but he prefers to be called Raph, is the leader of the RayGunz. He has dark green skin and light green eyes. He’s taller than Donnie is, and is buffer than all of his gang members, so safe to say he’s pretty buff and is pretty tough.

He’s wearing a black leather jacket with the gang’s name on it like Donnie, blue baggy pants with holes in the knees, a red shirt and black tennis shoes.  

“Oh! So dats what’s got ya all nervous! Bro just chill! If Apes said that he agrees then I wouldn’t worry so much! Besides we ain’t like those cowards The Foot! We don’t hurt innocent people like they do. If her brother is willin’ to give ya a chance, then there’s nothin’ ta worry about.” Raph said as he wrapped his arm around his little brother’s shoulder to encourage him.

Donnie smiled and nodded at his brother. Even though Raph may seem like a tough guy, and acts like he doesn’t care, Donnie and others that is close to the dark skinned Turtle know he has a soft side and he only show that side to very special people.

“Thanks Raph…I…appreciate it bro. I really want to let her brother know I love her…and…that I’ll protect her. So…Thanks.” Donnie said with a smile that made Raph smirk at him.

“Ay, no prob bro! I’m happy ya found a little lady ta keep ya on yer toes…So…what’s her brother’s name?”

“Ah, she said he’s name is Leonardo but some people call him Leo.”

“Hmm…Well let’s get going…The picnic area is just around the corner.” Raph said to Donnie and Donnie nearly ran around to the other side to get to his girlfriend. Raph just laughed at his brother.

Raph and Donnie made around to the other side and they saw two people sitting on one of the picnic tables.

“There’s April…and that Turtle must be her brother.” Donnie said to Raph but Raph wasn’t paying attention to what he was saying. He’s eyes were focused on the light green Turtle boy.

‘Wow! He’s pretty cute!’ Raph thought with a smirk and began to walk with his brother to great the two.

April looked up because she felt someone was watching her. When she noticed who it was she smiled.

“Leo! They’re here!” April said with a smile and Leo looked up from his book to give her a smile.

April then ran toward Donnie and gave him a big hug while Leo put his book back into his backpack.

“Hey baby! Oh I missed you!” Donnie said as he hugged her tighter.

Leo just smiled at his sister and her boyfriend hugged not paying attention to the other Turtle.

April broke the hug and gave him a little peck on the lips and she turned to her brother.

“Leo…this is my boyfriend Donatello Ray; Donnie this is my big brother Leonardo Hamato.” April said with a smile when she introduced them.

“It’s nice to meet you Donatello. Or…do you prefer Donnie or Don?” Leo asked with a smile as he brought his hand out to shake Donnie’s.

Donnie shook Leo’s hand with a smile.

“Oh it doesn’t matter. Whatever you prefer. Do you prefer Leo or Leonardo?” Donnie said with a smile as he let go of Leo’s hand.

“Leo, defiantly Leo please. And I…think I’ll call you Donnie since April calls you Donnie as well. Well…It’s really nice to meet you Donnie. You’re a lot nicer then April told me.” Leo said with yet another smile.

Without any of them noticing Raph was just staring at Leo. Raph always felt his heart flutter when he sees Leo smile and he didn’t know why.

“Oh! Man, this is my big brother Raphael Ray! But he prefers to be called Raph.” Donnie said breaking the conversation they we’re having.

Leo then finally noticed the other Turtle and was surprised that he was related to Donnie but he smiled.

“It’s nice to meet you Raph. Sorry I didn’t say anything; I was just very excited to meet my little sister’s boyfriend.” Leo said with a smile as he brought his hand out to shake.

Raph just smirked and shook Leo’s hand.

“Ay it’s cool! I was da same when Donnie-boy told me about him havin’ a girlfriend. Glad he met yer siesta.” Raph said letting go of Leo’s hand but still held his smirk.

Leo nodded and looked away from him to focus on April and Donnie.

“I trust that you will take care of my sister…I’m not going to lie, that…you being in a gang…makes me uneasy…” Leo said looking straight into Donnie’s eyes.

Donnie sweating nodded slowly.

“But…When I see the way…the way that my sister looks at you…I can’t help but ignore that part of you. Because despite that part…you are a decent boy and I can tell you love my sister so…as long as you protect her and take care of her…I support you two’s relationship.” Leo said with a smile.

April was so happy she hugged her brother tightly and she began to cry. Leo just rubbed her head whispering in her ear like he did when they were kids.

“Hey…shh…you’re not supposed to be crying silly little girl. You should be happy.” Leo said with a little smile on his face rubbing her back and head.

“I am happy! These are tears of joy! Now YOU need to get a boyfriend!” April said with a huge grin when she left her brother’s hold.

Leo blushed and hit her head but not hard enough to hurt her too badly.

“OW! Meanie big bro! You ain’t supposed to be hitting your sister!” April said in a little kid voice playing with her brother.

Leo gave her a playful glare and smile and rubbed her head.

“Just be grateful I didn’t hit hard little sister. Okay…April did you want to hang with Donnie for a little bit because I still have things to do at home. He could drop you off at our house if you want or whatever you want.” Leo said as he gathered his stuff up getting ready to leave.

“I was hoping to spend time with Donnie if that’s okay Leo.” April said hoping her brother will let her.

“Okay that’s fine. Just don’t stay out too long. I’ll tell father if he comes home early that you’re out with friends. You guys stay safe going home. It was nice meeting you both.” Leo said with smile as he turned around to go to his car to get ready to head back home.

Raph kept his eyes on Leo as he made his way toward his car.

“Well, well, well…Looks like Raphie is smitten with my big brother!” April said in a teasing voice that made Raph glare at her a little bit.

“Oh be quiet red!” Raph said but had a smirk on his face.

“Well…even if you do like my brother I don’t think you’ll get him. If you thought it was hard for Donnie to get me, imagine Leo like that but 10 times worse than I was when Donnie was perusing me.” April said with a serious look on her face.

Raph’s face expression changed a little and looked toward where Leo walked off to still seeing his figure but far away.

“Hmm…he may be worth the chase…” Raph said out loud which made April sigh but she had a smile on her face.

April then noticed that Leo forgot his book he was reading, so she picked it up.

“Well…if you want to get to know my brother…you might as well bring his book that he forgot to get close to him.” April said giving the book to Raph.

Raph took a look at the book. It was a romance book called ‘Hush, Hush’.

“Well I guess I’ll give it a whirl! Thanks red! What kind of car does he drive?” Raph asked as he took another look at the book.

“It’s a 1998 sliver Boonville, you can’t miss it.” April said with a smile whishing she could see the look on her brother’s face when Raph comes to him.

“Cool!” Raph said then began to find Leo but before he went to search for the blue eyed beauty he turned back to Donnie and April and gave them a smirk.

“If ya two by hehe…any chance do the 'tango'…make sure ya wear protection!” Raph said his smirked widened when the two blushed.

He turned around and began to run to Leo’s direction.

“RAPH!!! NOT COOL!!!” Donnie yelled blood red and April wasn’t doing any better.

Raph just laughed and he made to the parking lot and saw Leo getting closer to the cars in the parking lot.

Raph took another look at his book and just smirked.

“So Leo…ya a romantic person huh? Well let’s see if I can be romantic fer ya.” Raph said with a smirk and headed off to make Leo his.