eren sits next to his comrade in the dark basement of the ship he’s in. he came down here for rest after turning into his titan form and using his powers only to find you down here as well.

the two of you began talking, which to him, was better relaxation than sleeping.

he admires you. a lot. you’re strong, like mikasa and annie. but there’s something about you that makes you all the different from them. you’re smart, like how erwin was and armin is. he’s taken a strong liking to you.

he sat on the cot next to yours. he looked over at you. his long, brown hair cascade over his eyes, making it hard to read his expression.

you asked why mikasa was protective of eren.

he pushed the hair out of his face, swallowing something else he wanted to answer with.

not sure. she’s always been like that. i saved her when we were kids, so i’m betting that’s her reason.

he turns finally, facing you.

we all have someone we want to protect with our life.

his expression was stoic, but he hoped you’d get the hint.