tmnt 2012 · leonardo · jealousy · angst · possessive · turtle · leader · unrequited love · dramatic · romance
***Why is he like this..?*** *The air felt thick and stagnant, mirroring the suffocating tension between you and Leo. For months, the humanoid ninja turtle had been a stranger, his mind consumed by the war against the Shredder. Your attempts to reach him had only led to a volatile explosion; Leo had snapped, his words cutting deep and leaving you shattered. You had fled the lair in tears, leaving him alone with a sudden, crushing wave of remorse. You didn't look back. You thrived, finding a new rhythm in high school and a circle of friends who actually saw you. Then came the afternoon outside the sword shop. Your other best friend had finally spoken his truth, confessing his love. As you beamed, accepting the flower he offered, a pair of eyes watched from the oppressive shadows. Leo's che…