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Love Against the Odds
Warnings: Fake Dating. Alternate Universe. Smut/ Fluff. Sexual tension.
Pairing: Tech x F! Reader
A/N: Hi everyone! I hope you’re having a good day! This is the second chapter to this series. I’m still unsure of how many chapters there will be. If there are mistakes so sorry it’s late for me. Just let me know. Please heart and share. <3
Summary:
We see Techs part of the storyline. Understanding his part of the story.
Chapter 2
Tech was sitting at his office. Typing a way on his keyboard. Taking small sips of his black coffee. He was setting long term plans for the company making sure the company reaches their goals. Techs intelligence, dedication, and determination made him succeed in his role. His analytical skills helped him guide the company in the right direction. Tech always thought things logically and rationally. His mind was focusing on work most majority. The other half of his mind was on his brothers and Omega. Tech always cared for them deeply. He had his own way of showing it. His head was always typing away on the keyboard working on a new project. Tech knew he was a critical boss and can come out as harsh. He never intends to be so critical, but it’s common knowledge to him. He is blunt on his employees. Articulating what he wants done. Most majority of his employees did not enjoy being around him at any events or even enjoy working on a project with him. They would all walk away when he walked into the room. Even small talk would lead to them excusing themselves awkwardly. Tech felt like an outsider regardless if he was in a high position. Sometimes he would get rather lonely.
“Sir, your phone is ringing it’s your brother Hunter.” Techs assistant walks in to inform him.
Tech nods his head and picks up the phone. Techs assistant quickly walks out the office room.
“Hunter, what is it?”
“Good to hear from you too tech.” Hunter says sarcastically.
“What is it? I’m currently working and I have an important dinner tomorrow.” Tech ask a bit annoyed.
“Yeah you’re always working tech. How about you come swing by for a game tonight. Wrecker and Omega really miss you.” Hunter says.
“Well I’m really busy and I don’t know if it’s certain I’ll be done by the time.” Tech looks at the time.
“Well how about you take a break for your family and just come by. Bring your work with you.” Hunter says. Omega is in the background begging for tech to come.
Tech hears Omega wanting him to come by. He sighs.
“Alright I’ll come by just for a few minutes.” Tech says giving in.
Omega grabs the phone away from Hunter and thanks tech for giving in. Hunter grabs back the phone and laughs.
“See you then Tech.” Hunter hangs up
Tech looks at work realizing he’s almost finishing his work. He continues to concentrate till it’s time for him to go. Tech packs up his stuff when he’s finished. He heads to hunters place. He stretches his long arms and his neck. Feeling a bit stiff from typing all day. Tech arrives at Hunters place. Omega opens the door before tech can even knock.
“Tech! You came!” Omega says happily. Her blue eyes full of joy from her brother visiting her.
“Well I don’t think I had a choice.” Tech says with a little smile.
Wrecker pops by the door and punches tech shoulder playfully. Making Tech roll his eyes at his brothers action. Wrecker laughs while he teased him. Tech walks inside and goes to sit on the couch.
“Good to see you too Wrecker. Didn’t think you’d be so excited to see me.” Tech says while pulling out his work from his bag.
“Oh come on you brought work with you? We’re suppose to play a game!” Wrecker looks at tech confused.
“Yeah Tech we want you to play the game with us. You’ll like the game. It’s very strategic.” Omega says while sitting next to tech on the blue couch.
“Sadly, as much I want to beat you both at this game. I have lots of work to do.” Tech says while typing in his keyboard.
“Come on Tech.” Omega pleads.
“Omega…Wrecker.. I told you both Tech was busy. As long as he’s here. We get to enjoy his company.” Hunter says coming from the kitchen with some homemade nachos.
Wrecker walks over to eat a chip. Omega rolls her eyes in defeat. She groans as she sets up the game. Tech notices the changes in Omega. Realizing she’s getting older. Her blonde hair grew out a bit more. She was a bit taller too.
“Tech! Do you want some nachos?” Hunter ask while placing the nachos on the table.
“Not right now.” Tech says.
Wrecker and Hunter shrug, eating their nachos.
“When are Echo and Rex coming back from their double date?” Omega ask giggling.
“Look at you being nosey.” Hunter says smiling at Omega.
“I’m just asking that’s all. Maybe they will want to play since Tech can’t.” Omega says with a smile.
Tech looks up from his work. He pays attention to what they’re talking about.
“Rex and Echo went on a double date?” Tech ask getting amused at this conversation.
“Yeah Tech something you should be trying.” Wrecker says while laughing.
Tech rolls his eyes and shakes his head.
“I have no time for romance. Or any sort of relationship. It is not something I want to try.” Tech says firmly.
Hunter and Wrecker sigh. Omega pops a nacho in her mouth.
“Tech.. maybe you could try dating out. You’re always caught up in work. Sometimes you don’t realize what’s out there till you try.” Hunter says while scratching his neck.
“Yeah you’re so caught up in work. You hardly see us.” Wrecker buts in
“Nonsense. I do not need to try. I’m busy and that is all.” Tech says sharply
“Maybe if you found someone you love you would be a lot happier. There’s more to life than just working your life away.” Hunter chips in.
“I am happy. I finish my work and I go to bed. My routine is on schedule.” Tech looks up at Hunter and Wrecker annoyed
Hunter and Wrecker look at each other and sigh knowing that they tried.
“We just care about you tech. We just wanted to see you try something out besides just work.” Hunter says.
Omega looks at them. She frowns then looks back at the game. Hunter noticed Omega starting to look down. Wrecker and Hunter sit on the floor with her and begin playing the game.
Tech sighs softly as he looks at them. Why would falling in love help him? It only leads to disappointment from seeing his brothers past relationships. Dealing with relationship issues was not worth it. Just because you love someone? It didn’t make sense to tech. Then again he never tried falling in love or meeting anyone. Work was his main focus and his life. No one could possibly change that…
Rex and Echo walk into Hunters place. They both are extra happy. Rex had a certain smell of perfume. It was so strong it made Tech nose clench. Echo had a smile on his face.
“Guessing you both had a good time on your guys double date?” Hunter says with a smirk.
“It was pretty nice. She was a great women. Most definitely will be seeing her again.” Rex says.
“I’m doing the same thing. My date was kind and understanding.” Echo says while cleaning the table of leftover nacho cheese.
“Glad you both had fun. Maybe you guys can bring them over so we can meet them.” Hunter says happily for his
Tech listens to their conversation. Feeling a bit annoyed. He was truly happy for his brothers dates going well. He just wanted the whole dating conversation to get out of the room. He notices an error in the dinner menu. He messages one of his employers annoyed. Due to his irritability from his brothers he was being a bit critical on Heras error. She was one of his best employees, but he was in no mood for errors. After finishing the messages. His brothers call his name. Tech looks up.
“Tech, are you almost finished?” Wrecker ask.
“No. One of my employees made a mistake for tomorrows dinner event. Now I have to make sure they correct their error.” Tech says firmly.
“Will there be single people at the dinner event?” Wrecker says with a laugh.
“I am unaware and do not care. That is not my main objective at tomorrows dinner event.” Tech says sternly
“I wasn’t asking for you. I was asking for myself.” Wrecker looks at Rex with a grin.
“In that case I do not know.” Tech looks at them.
They all just nod and get back in to the game. Echo and Rex try out the game with Omega. Everyone expect Tech was screaming in fun. Hunter laughs as Echo loses to Omega. Tech looks at them feeling a bit left out. He packs up his work to head home. Not wanting to ruin their fun.
“I’m going to get going. I have lots of work to do.” Tech says.
Everyone waves bye to Tech. Before Tech leaves Hunter pulls him to the side.
“Tech, from what we said. We’re just worried about you. We just want you to experience other things besides just working.” Hunter says putting a hand on techs shoulder.
Tech looks down and thinks. He knew his brothers were worried about him working all the time. Tech thought nothing of thinking it’s part of life. His honey eyes behind his goggles look around the room. Avoiding eye contact with Hunter.
“I understand your concern. I must get going.” Tech says while shutting the front door behind him.
Hunter sighs as he watches Tech leave. Omega and Echo call Hunter back over to play the game.
Tech gets to his own place. Placing his work on his table. He goes to look what’s inside his fridge and cabinets. Realizing he forgot to go grocery shopping. Not having much food nor was he in the mood to cook. His stomach grumbling. He makes a reminder to send his assistant to pick up his groceries. Tech grabs a granola bar and a cup of vanilla yogurt. He eats it fast from how hungry he is. The crumbs of the granola bar falling down his shirt. Feeling annoyed of the mess he made. The crumbs falling on the kitchen floor. He finishes his snack and cleans his mess. Finally receiving a email on the correct forms from Hera about tomorrows dinner event. He goes over the details and list of names. He sees a brand new name he’s never seen before. Thinking of how nice the name is. Wondering if he’s met this person before. Techs alarm goes off for him to shower and get ready for bed.
As Tech lays in bed he starts thinking of what Hunter said. Did he really need to date? Why was it so important to experience? He pulls his blankets over his body. Tech did not understand the concept of dating. How dating works is not logical and super complicated. It was odd to Tech to think of love. He never thought of the idea of him dating. The questions continue to wonder his mind. Did he even need the experience? Yeah, it would be nice for him to find that person to spend the rest of your life with. Even start a family with. But, Tech knew he none of that would happen. His work was his purpose, not love. An idea pops his mind. Fake dating would work. He wouldn’t have to fall in love and deal with the reality complications of dating. His brothers would stop nagging him. Tech could continue his work while tricking everyone. It was a brilliant idea for him. Something he should’ve done years ago. Tech slowly writes down his idea. After, he finishes he lays back down. Wondering who would even agree with this idea. Tech drifts off to sleep.