I Want to Remember
Returning to Coruscant was always one of Rex’s favorite things. Not only for the down time, and seeing his brothers getting the much needed time to rest and relax. But because it also gave him the chance to rendezvous with a certain medic. The one Kix and Fives often teased him about. It had been a coincidence when the Captain of the 501st met her, or so he thought. Fives and Echo had insisted he join them for a trip to 79′s, both Arc Troopers refusing to take no for an answer, even when Rex had tried. When they got there, the club was bursting with life, music loud and the lights blinding. The dance floor packed as normal. Jesse was at the bar with Kix and Tup.
*~* Flashback *~*
Kix was talking to a woman, seemingly entranced by her, although that quickly changed the moment Fives waved to him. Kix’s expression had instantly turned to one resembling mischief, where as Jesse and Tup seemed to be making a wager between them, no doubt more plans to cause havoc, as was normal when alcohol was involved.
“That’s Rex, the one I was telling you about” whispered Kix to (Y/N), a wicked grin appearing on his lips, as he went through with trying to set Rex up with someone special. With the help of Fives, Echo, Jesse and Tup, he’d settled on (Y/N) being that person. Finding her kind nature and sense of humor somewhat perfect for the great Captain.
“Remind me again why you’re setting me up with your captain?” asked (Y/N), finding herself lacking confidence. It had been years since she’d been on a date. Even before the war, she’d never considered herself good at the dating game, if anything she was terrible at it. Her last serious relationship had ended after her partner had cheated on her. He had the nerve to blame her for it, saying she was too boring, saying her stubbornness was the problem.
“You deserve better than your last boyfriend and our captain needs to find a life away from the battlefield” responded Jesse, putting himself on guard duty. It was no secret her ex was still sniffing around, hoping for another chance now his toy had wizened up and left him. He’d tried several times over the last few weeks, although she’d made it clear it was over and she have no intention of putting herself through it all again.
“Boys, Ma’am” voiced Rex upon joining the group at the bar, Fives winking as he always did and Echo offering his normal friendly hug. Rex of course noticing, silently questioning whom (Y/N) was and how long she’d been on friendly terms with several of his brothers. Despite his best efforts, he couldn’t recall seeing her at 79′s before.
“Rex this is (Y/N), medic for the 212th Legion” spoke Kix, introducing the beautiful medic to his friend and Captain. Rex couldn’t help the surprise to flash across his features. Cody had spoken of her and her talents as a medic, but never said she was so beautiful, or a conscripted medic. He’d never mentioned her name either.
“Nice to finally have a face to go with the name” voiced (Y/N), her voice slightly raised, so she could be heard of the booming music. Cody had spoken of his legendary friend, like with the others, the Commander had spoken highly of Rex, Wolffe had too when he was around to add his opinion.
“You’ve heard of me?” asked Rex, feeling proud, such a beautiful woman knew whom he was. “You just got to look around to my fellow brothers, to know my face” commented the Captain, receiving a chuckle from (Y/N) in response. Rex offered a smile, as pride bubbled up. Jesse close by rolling his eyes at the same old comment. A pick up line he’d practically begged Rex to never use again.
Minutes later, Rex had lead (Y/N) over to a booth to the side of the dance floor. The others losing sight of the pair, although each of them had a cheeky grin placed firmly on their lips. Soon enough their other mischievous plans of helmet switch-a-roo would be in motion.
“Another drink?” asked (Y/N), upon noticing Rex’s empty glass. She’d found herself with nerves, although it was settling slowly. Rex on the other hand shook his head, leaning back with his brown eyes locked on the beautiful woman before him. “What?” nervously asked (Y/N), beginning to feel self conscious, wrapping her arms around herself in an attempt to cover herself up.
“Nothing. Just trying to take a picture of you in my mind” whispered Rex, determined to memorize every little detail about the medic in his company. Her beauty was something equal to a rare jewel to him. “I want to remember” added Rex leaning forward to rest his elbows on the table. Asking her questions in an attempt to get to know her better. All while being oblivious to Fives, Echo and Jesse, keeping (Y/N)’s ex away from the pair.
“You want to remember me?” questioned (Y/N), a cheeky grin appearing on her lips, as she unwrapped her arms from around herself, moving to rest against the table, ignoring her ex, attempting to get her attention.
“I’d be a fool not to” replied Rex, pressing a gentle kiss to her cheek, hearing a sweet giggle in response. Happy to continue the night, and making a metal note to thank the boys later.
*~* End of Flashback *~*
Ever since that night, Rex looked forward to returning to Coruscant, even more so when the 212th were back at the same time. He knew he’d be gifted with more moments with (Y/N), his not so secret love.
He wanted to thank her, as he did every time he was granted the chance to see her beautiful face again. She’d become the reason he’d continue to fight during the war, she’d become the person his thoughts drifted to during the quiet moments. Whenever he seen something in a market, he’d always think of (Y/N) and if she’d like it.
As of recent though, something else had entered his mind. Despite the war seemingly never ending, the captain had found himself thinking about the future. His future and what it could possibly look like. He hoped to retire in peace, farm somewhere like Cut had. He dared hope (Y/N) would be at his side, offering him the same love she often dotted him with. Just as he dared hope his brothers would also find peace and happiness in their own way, whatever that would look like.
“Meeting up with a certain medic?” Jesse’s voice broke the train of thought, the laughter of the others shattering it further. Rex shook his head, shaking away the cobwebs and the image of (Y/N) the night they met. Hoping to burn a new image into his mind that night.
