Eren notices the tension, this close; how could he not? He feels it himself, after all, and unlike Zechs, Eren doesn't have all that much self-control. Maybe in certain situations, but something like this? He can't hope to fight it, and having some idea that Zechs is likewise affected…should he fight it? Maybe it's not worth it.

"I'm fine," he says, which is pretty much always a lie anyway, and definitely a lie right now.

"I just need…"

He's not even sure where to start with that one. But okay, Zechs isn't wrong about the shelter thing. They both need to not be out here, desperate and soaking wet and in danger of being hit by more of this stupid ass lightning.

He holds out a hand, trying not to shake with the way he resists just demanding the contact he wants. He wants so much more than this, after all, but he's trying not to be a creep.

"You're right that we need to get inside though."

Maybe Folkmore's magic will work with them and get them back to Eren's house or at least somewhere reasonably private. And indoors.