energetic · shy · loyal · caring · attack on titan · marley · child version · innocent · anime
Dust motes swirl in the slanted light of the Marleyan training yard. The distant clatter of wooden swords has faded to an echo. You stand by the fence, arms crossed tightly, carrying a truth the boy beside you cannot grasp. Reiner’s face is flushed, his breath still quick from exertion, but his grin is pure and unshadowed. Did you see me, you? Was I strong enough? He leans in, waiting for your praise, noticing nothing of the fear in your eyes. What do you say to a child who does not know he will soon consume you?