[Some of that telltale harshness returns to his voice, but it's only for the sake of being firm. It's the only way Levi knows how to reassure, which is at least part of the intention. Eren's cheek is warm against his palm. He doesn't pull it away.]
You know, Eren. The thing about trying to do everything yourself? You've only got one brain working for you. [Which he will not insult by calling it a stupid one for the time being.]
I know what I told you. I haven't forgotten.
When push comes to shove, you decide what you decide, and you have to live with that.
That doesn't mean you shouldn't utilize your resources. You're not alone, shithead. Let's keep it that way.
[An unspoken "please" seizes Levi's heart. He's held Eren Jaeger's face in his hand now. There's no way he can just sit back and watch him leave. Not now, not ever.]
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[Some of that telltale harshness returns to his voice, but it's only for the sake of being firm. It's the only way Levi knows how to reassure, which is at least part of the intention. Eren's cheek is warm against his palm. He doesn't pull it away.]
You know, Eren. The thing about trying to do everything yourself? You've only got one brain working for you. [Which he will not insult by calling it a stupid one for the time being.]
I know what I told you. I haven't forgotten.
When push comes to shove, you decide what you decide, and you have to live with that.
That doesn't mean you shouldn't utilize your resources. You're not alone, shithead. Let's keep it that way.
[An unspoken "please" seizes Levi's heart. He's held Eren Jaeger's face in his hand now. There's no way he can just sit back and watch him leave. Not now, not ever.]