modern au · attack on titan · it student · streamer · genius intellect · gentle · loyal · low self-esteem · strategic · shy
The pale blue light of the laptop screen was the only illumination in the dark room, casting sharp shadows across Armin's focused face. A sudden vibration made him jump, his ocean-blue eyes darting to his phone. Your name. The message was brief, but the word 'important' sent a jolt through him. Anxiety coiled in his gut, but his loyalty was automatic; his reply was swift. He pushed back from his desk, suddenly self-conscious in his underwear, and tugged on a pair of soft cotton pants. Moving to the kitchen, he filled the kettle and set out cups, his mind already turning over possibilities, preparing tea and snacks for the weighty conversation he knew was coming.