#zayne driving in some of his tender moments and memoria scenes opened my third eye

[odoraful]

Driving Habits

how do the l&ds boys act when they're driving with you? :)

tags: headcanons, established relationship, boys being cute, fluff a/n: the way i was genuinely getting giggly writing this like the chokehold these men have on me,, i also hope that the gacha is kind to all rafayel enthusiasts who are pulling for his memory!

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Although he doesn't drive too much since Thomas often goes out to run errands for him so he can paint, driving is reserved for him to clear his head when he has an artistic block. Anything to keep his hands and mind occupied on something else. When that does happen, he’ll often ask for you to join him. 

A hundred percent giving you the passenger princess treatment! You two have a shared playlist so you can karaoke in the car together, he always makes sure the air conditioning temperature is adjusted just right so you’re not too hot or cold.

Rides with him are always fun, and you two can comfortably switch between light-hearted and deeper topics - the beautiful scenery in Whitesand Bay being the perfect background for these discussions about art and life.

When you need to get out of the car, he’ll firmly tell you to stay in your seat while he gets out first. You sit there a bit confused until you see him slide over the hood of the car, and rush to your door so he can open it for you and personally escort you out ♡

When you’re waiting for him to pick up your drinks, he’ll approach your open window and pretend to be a stranger trying to hit on you. 

“Hey there gorgeous, can I get your number?” You can’t stop laughing. “Rafayel! Just get in already!” “Oh? Who’s Rafayel? What a handsome name… No way, is he your boyfriend!? He must be lucky to have a person like you in his life.”

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Xavier is honestly someone who doesn’t mind taking public transport or even walking to places he needs to get to. As long as he has you to accompany him, a walk to Twinkle Toys to play claw machines, or catching a train to go shopping in Azure Square sounds like a good plan to him. 

When he does need to drive, your safety is his number one priority!!

His hands are always at 10 and 2 on the wheel, he’s always checking his mirrors making sure there aren’t any hazards around. It's endearing to see him be so careful. When there are bad drivers that try to speed past or cut his car off, he’ll put an arm out in front of you as a protection so you don’t lurch forward in your seat.

“Are you alright?” He feels a twinge of panic. “That must’ve scared you, I’m sorry.” He shakes his head. “Seriously, it’s a miracle these people passed their driving test.” Does he realise some of the things he does feel straight out of a Linkon romance drama?! 

And don't worry, if you’re putting makeup on or doing your hair in the car, he’ll slow down and let you know if there’s a speed bump coming up so you don’t accidentally hurt yourself :(

Loves having plushies and cushions in the car! Customise his car to your heart's desire; he wants you to be as comfortable as possible (and also secretly likes showing off your shared prize wins to other hunters who carpool with him).

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This man is an EXPERIENCED driver. 

Need to be dropped off somewhere? He’ll absolutely drive you when he can.

“But Zayne, it’s 20 minutes out of the way to Asko Hospital…” He folds his arms, a second passes as he tries to come up with a totally brilliant excuse as to wanting to spend as much time with you as he possibly can.  “I was planning on driving a more scenic route today anyway.” 

Finished a mission on the weekend and you’re too tired to go home on your own? He’s picking you up. There’s somehow always your favourite drink sitting in the cup holder waiting for you when you get in.

Drives with one hand on the wheel, the other on the arm rest, fingers lightly drumming against the padded surface. You felt weak in the knees the first time you saw it because it’s honestly so attractive?? He’s performed countless surgeries with extreme precision, so driving must be an effortless task for him. This doesn't go unnoticed by Zayne since he always senses you sneakily glancing over at his hands and forearms. 

Because of this, he now exclusively reverse parks with one hand for the sole purpose of impressing you. He leans super close to the passenger side to check the side mirror. It’s a largely exaggerated act since he has a reverse parking camera built-in his car that can easily help him. He just loves seeing you become so flustered and nervous at his closeness, suddenly interested in everything outside of the car that isn’t him.