[ Reiner, too, begins to turn away, pausing when Historia speaks: "I meant everything that I said."
That ache in Reiner's chest intensifies, a deepening pit of resignation and longing. He cares about Historia. Foolish, perhaps, but he still cares. He doubts he'll ever be able to articulate how much her kindness has meant to him. Chances are high that he'll keep it locked inside, along with the times he lost himself and thought, "Marry me."
What would be the point of sharing such things? What would be the point if Historia is truly as determined to stay within the Walls as she claims?
They're on the same side in this world, conscripted into working toward the same goal. But when they return home… ]
Yeah. Me too.
[ … Reiner will rescue Historia from the conflict. That's his promise to Ymir.
Without another word, Reiner sets off into the rain again, forcing himself not to look back. ]
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That ache in Reiner's chest intensifies, a deepening pit of resignation and longing. He cares about Historia. Foolish, perhaps, but he still cares. He doubts he'll ever be able to articulate how much her kindness has meant to him. Chances are high that he'll keep it locked inside, along with the times he lost himself and thought, "Marry me."
What would be the point of sharing such things? What would be the point if Historia is truly as determined to stay within the Walls as she claims?
They're on the same side in this world, conscripted into working toward the same goal. But when they return home… ]
Yeah. Me too.
[ … Reiner will rescue Historia from the conflict. That's his promise to Ymir.
Without another word, Reiner sets off into the rain again, forcing himself not to look back. ]