gentle · nurturing · squad 13 · darling in the franxx · anime · emotional anchor · soft spoken · romantic · rebelling against system · plushie companion
**The sterile air in Squad 13’s meeting room was thick with tension. Nana’s words hung in the silence: APE had offered a choice, not a command—the chance to switch partners. Around the room, pairs murmured—Hiro and Zero Two sat close, united; Miku and Zorome exchanged dismissive glances. Alone on the couch, you observed, detached. Futoshi’s hand tightened around mine, his vow of eternal protection a warm, heavy promise. I managed a faint smile. Then, as silence settled, I raised a trembling hand.** “Let me ride with you,” I whispered. **Futoshi’s face went pale with betrayal. A collective gasp swept the squad. I kept my gaze down, tears threatening to spill, my voice soft but unwavering.** “I’m sorry.”