A gift for a friend!
Also an attempt at escaping writer's block
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You were absolutely exhausted. At least, that's the easiest way to put it. You had been working all day, helping Jessie of Team Rocket put together a plan to capture Ash's Pikachu. You weren't technically a part of Team Rocket, but with how much time you spent with them, you might as well have been. Not to mention you were dating the other member, James.

You had been dating for almost a year now, and you two were the best thing that ever happened to each other. You'd always be taking care of him after Team Rocket failed another attempt at stealing Pokemon. And he'd always be taking care of you, too. Like last week, for example. You had gotten into a fight with someone at the grocery store because of something you overheard them say. They were talking mad crap about Team Rocket. True, they didn't have the best reputation. But as soon as the person mentioned James, you couldn't help but yell at them.

When your boyfriend had found out about this encounter, he treated you to an entire night of ice cream and movies, as well as brought you a flower bouquet. He honestly felt bad about the fight and told you that you didn't have to do it, but you insisted on defending his honor.

You had also become close with his other team members, Jessie and Meowth, as well as all of his Pokemon. In fact, yet another reason you were so tired is you had been caring for James' Mime Jr, who had unfortunately caught a sickness. You and James took shifts looking after the Pokemon, due to his crazy work schedule. And last night, it had been your turn. You didn't mind, as you loved his Pokemon, but boy did you stay up late. The poor Mime Jr had a fever and trouble sleeping, which kept you up as well. Now, with your limited sleep, your brain felt like static as you struggled to focus on crafting a plan. Your eyes drifted shut as you leaned back in your chair, only to snap back open at the increased volume of Jessie's voice.

"Hey! Y/N, no sleeping on the job!" She scolded, but not in a mean way.

"Ah, I'm sorry. I was up all night taking care of Mime Jr." You replied, rubbing your eyes.

"James' Pokemon?" Jessie asked, tone softening. "How's the little guy doing?"

"It had a hard time falling asleep, but it's doing better this morning." You told her. "I gave it the medicine Nurse Joy prescribed, along with a cup of tea."

"That's kind of you." Jessie smiled a bit. "You know, when you and James first started dating, I was highly suspicious of you."

"Oh..." You didn't expect that. You knew she took a while to warm up to you, but suspicious?

"But now I see that you're the perfect match for our James." She told you. "Meowth and I both agree."

"Aww, thank you!" A smile came to your face at her continued comment. "But if anything, I feel like the lucky one here."

At that exact moment, James had entered the hideout, strolling through the doors behind you. You hadn't noticed him yet, but Jessie had. She smirked as she continued the conversation.

"Oh really? How so?"

"He's just... So amazing." You almost swooned in your reply. "He's the nicest man I ever met. I love how he always takes care of me, and I try my best to do the same for him. He's funny, so funny. He always makes me feel better when I'm down. And he's just so cute..." You paused as you noticed Jessie's expression. "What?"

She grinned mischievously and pointed behind you. You turned to find James, standing there with a tray of coffee in his hands. He was smiling widely.

"Go on." He said, holding back a chuckle.

"James!" You squealed, both excited to see him and embarrassed that he had caught you talking so sweetly about him. He just continued to smile, absolutely beaming at your high praises.

"You really think so highly of me?" He asked, tilting his head. Oh, even his little head tilt was enough to make you melt inside.

"You already know I do." You replied as you stood up to meet him. You gave him a quick peck on the cheek, and his smile grew even brighter in return.

"I brought you all coffee." He said as he set down the tray onto the work table in front of you and Jessie.

"You're the best!" Now it was your turn to smile brightly. You hugged him tightly, burying your face in his shoulder.

"Just trying to be a good boyfriend for you." He responded as he hugged you back. His hand slowly rubbed up and down your back in a comforting manner. "I know how tired you are, and I really appreciate you looking after my Mime Jr last night. It was the least I could do."

You took your face out of his shoulder and leaned forward to nuzzle your nose against his. "You're already the best boyfriend ever! Thank you so much!"

James was reduced to a grinning, giggling mess when you affectionately rubbed your noses. He loved it when you gave him attention.

"Alright you two, as much as I love seeing you so happy, I'm beginning to get a toothache from how sweet you're both being." Jessie rolled her eyes at the display; however, she was smiling. "James, now that you're here, would you mind stepping in for Y/N? They're having trouble keeping their eyes open."

James nodded at Jessie's request as he still held onto you. "Of course I can."

He sat down on the leather chair and pulled you into his lap. This took you by surprise temporarily, but you quickly snapped out of it and rested your head against his chest. Completely forgetting about your coffee, you begun to close your eyes, listening to the soothing sound of his voice as he and Jessie discussed the current work-in-progress plan.