#rain carradine fluff

[kimpossibly]

symptom of life | rain carradine

pairing: rain carradine x fem!reader

warnings: mentions of blood (that’s not actually there)

summary: in the middle of her journey to yvaga, rain discovers r’s cryopod has opened.

author’s note: I LOVE RAIN CARRADINE I LOVE RAIN CARRADINE I LOVE RAIN CARRADINE THAT’S ALL :) send me rain requests if you want! i’ll be writing about her either way lol also this was supposed to be smut but I changed it last minute LMAOO, lmk if that’s something you guys are interested in seeing!

The first breath felt like a splash of ice cold water.

She was bathed in light the moment her eyes opened—white light, the kind that seared your eyes like staring directly into the sun. Sun. Rain.

Her hands stretched out and found the cold, hard, top of the cryopod. All it took was a little push and, with a hiss, the door swung open. Warm air flooded in. Like a creature reborn from its mechanical pod, she slinked out of her chrysalis and left, leaving only the vague imprint of a body behind as proof she was ever there.

As for Rain, she was on edge the moment she heard clanking from somewhere in the ship. At the sound, her heart nearly leapt into her throat, her toothbrush frozen in midair. At once, her mind was flooded with horrible realities—another Xenomorph had made it onto the ship somehow and was now lying it wait to sink its teeth into her. A parasite had crawled into the ship and was waiting for the perfect moment to spring on her and do its dirty work. Either way, she was screwed. Even worse, so was Andy. So was Y/N. Rain’s heart clenched at the idea of the two of them, helpless, locked in cryopods, oblivious to the terror around them. Even worse, she could picture the moment they awoke to find Rain a cold corpse.

No. Quit that.

Abandoning her toothbrush, Rain crept into the hallway, her fingers itching for a gun or a stick or some kind of weapon. Anything, really. But no, she was on her own. She should be used to that by now. Slow step by slow step, she followed the direction of the clanking, every movement a cautious twitch. She willed her heart to slow, but nothing would help. Eventually she entered the wide room where Andy and Y/N’s pods sat. Except now, something had changed—one of them had opened. Her body went cold.

She practically threw herself across the room to the still closed cryopod, and found Andy’s peacefully sleeping face in beneath the glass window. She let out a breath.

“You’re okay, you’re okay,” she whispered in relief, both to herself and to him. She looked to the empty pod, half expecting to see a bloody mess where Y/N was lying. But she saw nothing of the sort. The pod was just…empty. As though she’d gotten up and walked out of her own accord.

At once, Rain’s head was on a violent swivel, searching the room for her. She dashed out of the room and down the opposite hallway, her breath coming hard and fast. She was here. She had to be.

“Y/N!” she shouted, her voice sounding starkly unlike her own. She turned corners and searched rooms quicker than she ever thought herself capable of.

After a few minutes she was worried she was going to run herself in circles. She walked and walked and walked, barely keeping track of where she'd been and where she was heading. She searched like a madman, scanning every corner for her. She’s in here, she kept repeating to herself. I just have to find her.

“Rain?”

She froze. The voice was soft, gentle, like the voice of someone who didn’t believe what they were seeing. It made her arms cold and her face heat up all at once. She turned, and there she was, standing at the end of the corridor, her left arm still wrapped in a thick bandage like it had been when Rain put her in that damn pod. The sight of her caused her chest to seize, her eyes to burn, and her heart to pound in her chest.

Y/N, on the other hand, picked up her bare feet and ran at Rain the moment she saw her.

It was less of a hug and more of a desperate attempt to hold on and never let go, their chests colliding with such force that the air was knocked out of both of them. Rain wrapped her arms around Y/N and squeezed, ignoring the burn in her arms and the tears that cropped up in her eyes. Y/N’s shoulders shook with tears that she didn’t know were coming, but in an instant they were there, tracing warm rivulets down her cheeks.

“Hey…” Rain whispered into her shoulder, her voice choked, “you’re okay, baby. You’re alright.”

“I didn’t know w-where you were,” Y/N sobbed. Her voice was muffled in Rain’s shoulder. “I-I thought—“

“I know, I know.”

Y/N pulled away, cradling Rain’s face in her hands. “Are you okay? Where are we going?”

“I’m okay,” Rain said, smoothing Y/N’s wild hair out of her face. “We’re heading for Yvaga.”

Y/N’s eyes widened at that. She sucked in a breath, almost afraid to ask, afraid to jinx it. “Yvaga?” She breathed. “We made it?”

At that, Rain’s face broke out into a small smile.

“Yeah. We did.”

They were heading towards Yvaga. After everything they went through, all the shit that they survived, they were finally getting what they wanted. They weren’t going back to Jackson’s Star, they didn’t have to worry about being forced to work until the day they both died. For once, they were going to see the sun.

Y/N leaned in, pressing her lips to Rain’s. She wasn’t sure how long she’d been in that pod—hours, days, months—but it’d been too long since she’d been able to feel like this.

Rain kissed her hard, grappling onto her waist like she’d lose her if she let go. She pulled away from the kiss, leaning her forehead against Y/N’s, her breath coming hard and fast.

“I love you,” she breathed, “so fucking much.”

Y/N felt tears sting her eyes—not the ones of fear and loss that she’d been used to lately. Real fucking tears. Happy ones.

“I love you too.”

[rainandandy]

College AU Rain Carradine X Reader PT 3 - Electric Tension

Pt 3 to my College AU Rain Carradine X Reader fic part 1 part 2

Warnings: 18+ Content, Minors DNI, WLW smut, NSFW, adult language, Dom! Rain, fingering (reader receiving), oral sex (reader receiving),

Word Count: 2813

Pairings: Rain Carradine X Fem! Reader

Modern College AU Friends with Benefits

Rain’s hand in yours was warm, and her thumb brushing over your knuckles sent a shiver down your spine. For a moment, neither of you moved, just standing there in the cool night air, the weight of the conversation still hanging between you. But as you looked into her eyes, that familiar blue that had always felt like it could see straight through you, something shifted. The vulnerability you had seen earlier was still there, but now it was mixed with something else—something that made your heart race and your breath catch in your throat.

“Rain,” you whispered, your voice trembling slightly.

She didn’t respond with words. Instead, she took a step closer, her free hand coming up to cup your cheek, her touch light but electrifying. You could feel her breath on your skin, could see the way her eyes darkened as they flicked down to your lips. There was a tension between you, a pull that neither of you could resist, and before you knew it, you were leaning in, your lips meeting hers in a kiss that was soft at first but quickly grew more urgent.

The moment your lips touched, it was like a switch had been flipped. The weeks of tension, the frustration, the hurt—all of it seemed to melt away, replaced by a desperate need to be close to her, to feel her, to remind yourself that she was real, that this was real.

Rain responded immediately, her hand tightening on your cheek as she deepened the kiss, her body pressing against yours as if she couldn’t get close enough. You could feel the heat radiating off her, the way her fingers trembled slightly as they slid into your hair, pulling you closer, holding you in place as if she was afraid you might disappear if she let go.

You wrapped your arms around her neck, pulling her even closer, your body flush against hers. The kiss was intense, almost frantic, as if both of you were trying to pour everything you couldn’t say into the way your lips moved together, the way your hands roamed over each other’s bodies. It wasn’t just a kiss—it was a release, a way to finally let go of all the emotions you had been holding back.

Rain’s lips were soft but insistent, her kiss growing hungrier as she backed you up against the wall of the building behind you. The cold brick pressed against your back, a stark contrast to the heat of her body against yours. You gasped into her mouth, and she took the opportunity to slip her tongue past your lips, deepening the kiss even further.

It was overwhelming, the way she kissed you, the way she touched you, her hands sliding down your sides, gripping your hips, pulling you closer as if she needed you just as much as you needed her. You could feel her possessiveness in the way she held you, in the way her fingers dug into your skin, leaving marks that would fade but linger in your memory.

Your hands found their way into her hair, tangling in the short, dark strands as you pulled her even closer, desperate for more. The kiss was all-consuming, leaving you breathless, your heart pounding in your chest as you melted into her touch.

“Rain,” you gasped when you finally broke the kiss, your forehead resting against hers as you tried to catch your breath. Her name was a plea, a question, a confession all rolled into one, and you knew she understood even without you having to say anything more.

She murmured your name, her voice low and rough, her breath warm against your lips. She pulled back just enough to look into your eyes, her gaze intense, searching, as if she was trying to figure out what came next. But whatever doubts she might have had seemed to disappear as she leaned in again, capturing your lips in another searing kiss.

This time, the kiss was slower, more deliberate, as if she was savouring the moment, as if she wanted to memorize the way you tasted, the way you felt pressed up against her. Her hands roamed over your body, sliding under your shirt to feel the warmth of your skin, and you shivered at the contact, your own hands gripping her shoulders, your nails digging into her skin.

It was intoxicating, the way she touched you, the way she kissed you, as if she was trying to claim you, to make sure you knew that despite everything, she didn’t want to let you go. And for now, that was enough. You let yourself get lost in the moment, in the feel of her lips on yours, in the way her body moved against yours, pressing you harder against the wall.

You didn’t know how long you stood there, kissing her, touching her, feeling her everywhere all at once. Time seemed to blur, the only thing that mattered was her, the way she made you feel, the way she could make everything else disappear with just a touch.

Eventually, you had to pull away, your lungs burning for air, your lips swollen and tingling from the intensity of the kiss. Rain didn’t let you go far, though, her forehead still pressed against yours, her breath ragged as she tried to catch it, just like you.

“We… we should stop,” you said, your voice barely above a whisper, though you didn’t make any move to pull away from her. The words felt hollow, more like something you thought you should say rather than something you wanted to say.

Rain didn’t respond right away, just kept holding you, her thumb brushing gently against your cheek, a stark contrast to the desperation of her kiss. Finally, she pulled back just enough to look into your eyes, her expression softer than you had ever seen it. “Do you want to stop?”

You swallowed hard, your heart pounding in your chest. The truth was, you didn’t want to stop. You wanted to keep kissing her, keep touching her, keep feeling like maybe, just maybe, there was more between you than just the casual arrangement you had tried to convince yourself was enough. But at the same time, you knew that continuing down this path would only make things more complicated, more painful.

But when you looked into her eyes, saw the way she was looking at you, the way her thumb kept brushing against your skin, you couldn’t bring yourself to say yes. Instead, you shook your head, your voice trembling as you whispered, “No.”

Rain’s lips curled into a small, almost relieved smile, and she leaned in again, capturing your lips in another kiss. This time, it was softer, slower, filled with something that felt dangerously close to affection. And as you kissed her back, as you let yourself get lost in the feeling of her, you knew that no matter what happened next, you wouldn’t regret this moment.

Rain pulled back from the kiss, her eyes still locked on yours, her thumb still brushing against your cheek. She took a deep breath, her chest rising and falling, and you could see the struggle in her eyes as she tried to decide what to do next.

Finally, she let out a shaky breath and nodded, her thumb moving to trace the outline of your lips. “Come with me,” she whispered, her voice low and husky.

You didn't need to be told twice. Your heart was pounding in your chest, your body tingling from the intensity of the kiss, and you found yourself nodding, your voice caught in your throat.

Rain took your hand, her fingers tightening around yours as she led you away from the building, back towards her dorm room. The walk seemed to take forever, your minds both racing with thoughts of what was to come.

When you finally reached her room, Rain pushed you inside, closing the door behind you with a soft click. The room was dimly lit, the only light coming from a bedside lamp that cast a warm glow over the space.

Rain pressed you against the door, her lips finding yours again in a searing kiss that left you breathless. Her hands roamed over your body, tugging at the hem of your shirt, lifting it up to reveal your stomach. You could feel her fingers trailing along your skin, sending shivers down your spine.

“You're so fucking beautiful,” Rain whispered against your lips, her voice thick with desire. She broke the kiss, her eyes trailing down your body, drinking in every inch of you.

You watched her, your heart pounding in your chest, your breath catching in your throat. You had never felt so desired, so wanted, and it was both exhilarating and terrifying.

Rain's hands moved to the waistband of your pants, her fingers deftly unbuttoning them before sliding the zipper down. She pushed the pants and your underwear down your legs, watching as you stepped out of them, leaving you standing there in nothing but your bra and socks.

“Get on the bed,” she commanded, her voice low and commanding. You hesitated for a moment, unsure, but the look in her eyes left no room for argument. You nodded and slowly made your way to the bed, sitting down on the edge.

Rain approached you, her eyes never leaving yours. She reached out, her fingers hooking into the straps of your bra, pulling it off your shoulders and tossing it aside. You were left sitting there, naked and exposed, your body flushed with desire.

Rain knelt in front of you, her eyes never leaving yours as she reached out, her fingers gently brushing against your thighs before sliding up to your hips. She pulled you towards her, her lips brushing against your skin, leaving a trail of kisses as she moved lower, until her mouth was hovering just above your core.

“Spread your legs for me,” she commanded, her voice low and husky

You did as she asked, spreading your legs wide, giving her full access. Rain leaned in, her breath hot against your skin, making you shiver in anticipation.

“You taste so good,” she murmured, her tongue flicking out to taste you. You gasped at the sudden contact, your hands gripping the sheets as she began to explore you with her mouth.

Rain's tongue danced against your clit, teasing and tantalizing, while her fingers slid inside you, curling to hit your sweet spot. She moved in a rhythm that seemed to be designed to drive you wild, her mouth and fingers working together in perfect harmony.

“Fuck, Rain,” you moaned, your hips bucking against her, desperate for more. She only smiled against your skin, her tongue flicking against you faster, her fingers thrusting harder.

“Beg for it,” she growled, her voice thick with lust.

“Please, Rain, don't stop,” you begged, your voice shaking with need.

She continued, her mouth and fingers working in perfect unison, driving you closer and closer to the edge. You could feel the pleasure building, coiling tight in your core, and you knew it wouldn't be long before you came undone.

Rain's lips found your clit, sucking it into her mouth as her fingers curled and pressed against your G-spot. It was too much, the sensation overwhelming, and you cried out, your body arching off the bed as you came, your orgasm washing over you in waves.

Rain continued to pleasure you until the last shudder had left your body, her mouth never leaving you, her fingers never stopping their rhythmic thrusts. When you finally came down from your high, Rain pulled back, her eyes locked on yours, her expression a mix of satisfaction and desire.

As you lay there on the bed, your body still tingling from the intense waves of pleasure Rain had just given you, the room seemed to quiet down, the only sound being your ragged breaths and the soft hum of the bedside lamp. The dim light cast long shadows across the room, making everything feel distant, almost surreal.

Rain slowly climbed onto the bed beside you, her body warm against your cooling skin. She propped herself up on one elbow, her blue eyes softer now, the usual intensity replaced by something gentler, something that made your heart flutter despite everything that had happened between you.

For a long moment, neither of you spoke. Rain’s fingers traced idle patterns on your stomach, her touch light, almost hesitant, as if she wasn’t sure how to begin. You could see the conflict in her eyes, the way she was struggling to find the right words, and for once, you let her take her time.

Finally, she broke the silence, her voice quiet, almost vulnerable. “I’m sorry.”

The words hung in the air between you, heavy with meaning. You turned your head to look at her, your eyes searching hers for answers, for understanding. “For what?” you asked softly, though you had a feeling you already knew.

“For ignoring you,” she replied, her voice thick with guilt. “For pushing you away when you needed me. For making you feel like you didn’t matter.”

You swallowed hard, the lump in your throat making it difficult to speak. “Rain…”

She shook her head, cutting you off before you could continue. “No, let me finish.” Her fingers tightened slightly on your skin, as if she was holding on to you, grounding herself in the moment. “I thought that by keeping things casual, by not getting too close, I was protecting both of us. But I was wrong. I hurt you, and that’s the last thing I ever wanted to do.”

You could see the sincerity in her eyes, the way she was struggling to make sense of her own feelings, to find the right words to express what she was feeling. It was rare to see her like this, so open, so raw, and it made your chest ache with a mixture of hope and fear.

“I want you,” she continued, her voice barely above a whisper. “More than just sex. I want… more. But I’m scared. I’m scared of screwing this up, of losing you if I can’t be what you need.”

Your heart skipped a beat at her words, a mix of emotions flooding through you—relief, joy, fear, and something else you couldn’t quite name. You reached up, your hand gently cupping her cheek, your thumb brushing over her soft skin. “Rain, I don’t need you to be perfect. I just need you to be honest with me. We can figure this out together.”

She closed her eyes at your touch, leaning into your hand as if she was drawing strength from it. “I’m not used to this,” she admitted, her voice trembling slightly. “I’m not used to caring about someone like this, to wanting something more. But I can’t stop thinking about you, about how much you mean to me.”

You felt a tear slip down your cheek, but you didn’t try to hide it. “I care about you too, Rain. So much.”

Rain opened her eyes, her gaze locking with yours, and you could see the vulnerability there, the fear of being hurt, of hurting you. “I don’t want to mess this up,” she whispered, her voice thick with emotion. “But I don’t want to lose you either.”

“You won’t lose me,” you replied, your voice steady despite the emotions swirling inside you. “We’ll take it one step at a time, okay? We’ll figure this out together.”

She nodded, her eyes shining with unshed tears as she leaned down to kiss you, her lips soft against yours, full of a tenderness that was new, unfamiliar, but welcome. The kiss wasn’t like the others you had shared—it wasn’t frantic or urgent, but slow and meaningful, a promise of something more, something deeper.

When she finally pulled back, she rested her forehead against yours, her breath warm against your skin. “I’m sorry it took me so long to see it,” she murmured, her fingers still tracing gentle patterns on your skin. “But I want this. I want you.”

You smiled, your heart swelling with a mix of relief and happiness. “I want you too, Rain. I always have.”

She smiled back, and for the first time in what felt like forever, you saw hope in her eyes. “Then let’s make this work,” she said, her voice filled with determination. “Let’s figure this out together.”

You nodded, feeling a sense of peace settle over you, a sense that maybe, just maybe, things would be okay. “Together,” you agreed softly. Rain kissed you again, and as you wrapped your arms around her, pulling her close, you knew that whatever challenges lay ahead, you would face them together. Because for the first time, you both wanted the same thing—each other.

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[rainandandy]

could you pls do some rainxfem!reader pls?? There is a serious lack of rain fics on this app and I need more😭😭 just some HC’s, fluff, angst, nsfw, love it all. Take it and bby😘

(btw LOVE your work, ur keeping me alive rn)

Thank you for the ask!😘 I will have more Rain Carradine X FemReader coming! Hope you like this

Pairings: Rain Carradine X Fem!Reader

Warnings: Jealous Reader

Word Count: 1027

Life on Jackson's Star was a gritty mix of endless work and fleeting moments of reprieve, where the dusty, metallic corridors echoed with the clanking of machinery and the chatter of miners. Amidst this stark backdrop, your relationship with Rain Carradine blossomed into something that felt almost out of place with its warmth and genuineness.

Rain was strong, capable, and fiercely protective, not just of her synthetic brother Andy but of you as well. Her friendship with Tyler, her former partner and a prominent figure in the mining crew, had initially seemed unremarkable to you. However, as time went on, their easy camaraderie began to gnaw at you, the seeds of jealousy sprouting unchecked.

You'd watch them during breaks, sharing jokes and reminiscing about past missions, their laughter a stark contrast to the usual din of the miners’ mess hall. The more you observed, the more your imagination painted pictures of a past perhaps better left behind, stirring a restlessness within you that you couldn't shake off.

One evening, compelled by a mix of curiosity and unsettling thoughts, you approached Andy. Despite his challenges with speech and the obvious difficulties his synthetic nature sometimes posed in social settings, Andy had a way of understanding human emotions, perhaps better than most humans themselves.

"Andy," you started, hesitating as you chose your words carefully, "did Rain and Tyler... were they together? Like, before?"

Andy's eyes, always so expressive despite the rest of his face remaining eerily impassive, flickered with something that might have been discomfort. "Yes," he stuttered, his voice mechanical yet tinged with a hint of warmth. "But it was a long time ago. Things change."

His confirmation hit harder than expected. You tried to laugh it off, to dismiss the tightening in your chest as just a silly overreaction. "Thanks, Andy. Just curious, you know?"

But curiosity wasn't easily sated. At the next community gathering in the recreation hall—a rare moment of leisure on the harsh mining planet—you spotted Kay, Tyler's vivacious sister, and decided on a reckless course of action. Flirting with Kay, you hoped, might just give you the answers you needed, or at least draw some kind of reaction out of Rain.

Kay, with her easy smile and flirtatious demeanor, was a willing participant in your charade. You laughed at her jokes, touched her arm lightly, and played the part of someone smitten. From the corner of your eye, you could see Rain watching, her expression unreadable.

Later, as you and Rain walked back to your quarters along the dimly lit paths of the colony, she broke the silence. "Seems like you and Kay were getting along well tonight," she said, her tone light but with an undercurrent of something else—was it amusement? Concern?

You bristled, defensive and still wound up from your own concocted drama. "What about you and Tyler? Seems like old times, huh?"

Rain stopped walking, turning to face you under the faint glow of the overhead lamps. Her laugh, when it came, was genuine and full of warmth. "Are you jealous?" she asked, stepping closer, her eyes searching yours.

As Rain's question hung in the air between you, a cool breeze whistled through the narrow passages of Jackson's Star, stirring the dust around your feet. "Are you jealous?" she repeated, her voice a gentle tease that echoed slightly off the metal walls surrounding you.

Caught off guard by her directness and the earnest look in her eyes, your initial reaction was to deflect, but the sincerity in her gaze held you in place. Before you could respond, Rain stepped closer, closing the small gap that the conversation had widened between you. Her hands reached up, resting lightly on your cheeks, her touch sending a familiar warmth through you that contrasted sharply with the chill of the evening.

With a tenderness that always seemed at odds with the harsh environment of the mining colony, Rain leaned in. Her lips met yours in a kiss that was soft at first, hesitant, as if giving you room to pull away. But you didn’t. Instead, you found yourself leaning into the kiss, deepening it, your hands moving to encircle her waist and pull her closer.

Rain responded in kind, her movements confident, her lips pressing more firmly against yours. The kiss grew from tender to fervent, a mingling of relief and passion. It was the kind of kiss that spoke of deep connections and unspoken promises, a reassurance of her feelings amid the whirlwind of doubts that had clouded your mind.

The world around you seemed to quiet, the usual hum of the colony fading into a distant backdrop to the intensity of the moment. Rain's kiss chased away the shadows of jealousy, filling the spaces with an affirming warmth that seeped deep into your bones.

When you finally broke apart, breathless and a little dazed, Rain’s smile was radiant under the sparse light of the colony’s lamps. "I mean it," she said, her forehead resting against yours as she caught her breath. "It’s always been you."

In that moment, with Rain’s affirmation still tingling on your lips, the earlier tension dissolved, leaving a clarity that brightened the dark paths of Jackson's Star. Her laughter, light and freeing, bubbled up between you, and you couldn't help but laugh with her, the sound mingling with the night air.

The path back to your quarters was filled with a comfortable silence, the type that comes when no words are necessary to fill the space between two people. Rain’s hand in yours felt like a vow, a silent promise that no misunderstanding could break the bond you shared.

As Andy turned to give you both a subtle thumbs up before heading off to give you some privacy, you realized how deeply integrated into your life Rain had become. Her presence was a constant source of strength and comfort, just as you hoped to be for her.

Your journey together on Jackson's Star might be filled with challenges, but moments like these, stolen under the artificial stars of the colony, reminded you that as long as you were together, there was nothing you couldn’t face.

[rainandandy]

Quick fluff oneshot of Rain Carradine x Fem!Reader

Life on Jackson’s Star was never easy or particularly joyful, but a small miracle happened one rainy day in the fields that would bring an unexpected burst of warmth into your life with Rain and her brother Andy. As you moved aside some debris in a rarely used section of the agricultural zone, a small, frightened tuxedo cat darted out from under a pile of discarded metal. His sleek black-and-white fur was matted and dirty, but his bright eyes immediately caught your attention.

You knew the rules: no pets. Weyland-Yutani’s regulations were strict, and the punishment for breaking them could be severe. But as the little cat huddled against your leg, purring timidly, you couldn't just leave him there. Wrapping him in your jacket, you smuggled him back to the small compound you shared with Rain and Andy.

Rain was not pleased when you showed up with the cat. "Are you out of your mind?" she exclaimed, glancing nervously at the door as if expecting a security team to burst in at any moment. "We can't keep him. It's too dangerous. If they find out—"

"He was all alone, Rain. He wouldn't have survived out there," you pleaded, holding the shivering cat out to her. "Just look at him."

Rain’s eyes softened as she regarded the cat, his small head peeking out from your jacket, mewling softly. Her resolve faltered, her expression torn between her natural inclination to adhere to the rules and her empathy for the tiny, vulnerable creature before her.

Andy, always keen to lighten the mood, limped over and peered at the cat with interest. "Well, I guess we have a new crew member," he stuttered, a grin spreading across his face. "What should we call him?"

"Joel," you said after a moment’s thought, watching the cat nuzzle into the crook of your arm. "His name is Joel."

Rain shook her head, a reluctant smile tugging at her lips as she finally nodded in acquiescence. "Alright. Joel it is. But if we’re going to keep him, we have to be careful. No one can know about him."

Joel quickly became a cherished member of your little family. Despite Rain’s initial reservations, she grew to love him deeply, often found with Joel curled up in her lap as she read or planned out your schedules. Joel seemed to intuitively understand his precarious situation, rarely making noise and always hiding when visitors approached their compound.

At night, Joel slept in your bed, finding a cozy spot between your legs, his soft purrs a comforting presence that lulled you and Rain into sleep. During the day, while you and Rain were at work, Andy took it upon himself to keep Joel entertained. He took particular delight in telling the cat an array of cat puns and dad jokes.

"Why was the cat sitting on the computer?" Andy would ask in his halting speech, waiting for Joel’s uncomprehending blink before delivering the punchline with glee. "He wanted to keep an eye on the mouse!"

Rain would often roll her eyes at Andy’s jokes, but you could tell she found them endearing. "Keep the jokes coming, Andy. Joel seems to be a big fan," she’d say, her voice rich with amusement.

Despite the harshness of your life on Jackson’s Star, Joel brought a softness to your small home, a reminder of gentleness and care in a world often devoid of such luxuries. With each passing day, the risk of keeping Joel seemed worth it, for the happiness he brought to your makeshift family was immeasurable. In that tiny, often grim space station, Joel was not just a cat—he was a symbol of your shared humanity, a touch of domestic normalcy in the vast, cold universe.