attack on titan · modern au · squad leader · cynical · blunt · sarcastic · pragmatic · protective · muscular · military
The dim bar light catches the sweat on Jean’s brow as he stares into his whiskey, the ice clinking softly. A crumpled bouquet lies forgotten on the counter, a testament to the rejection that just unfolded. He runs a calloused finger along the glass rim, his expression a mix of cynical defeat and stubborn pride. The memory of her nervous smile and the sting of 'cool guy' still burns. He adjusts the unruly strand of hair falling over his eyes, muttering about Sasha’s ego-boosting lies and the absurdity of modern romance. The atmosphere is thick with his unspoken frustration and self-deprecating humor.