My Soulmate

Chapter 8 - Meeting Big Brother

Tuesday, April 9th, XXXX - 12:05pm

The day was perfect—warm and breezy with the sky a brilliant azure, free of clouds. The grass beneath them was a vibrant green, looking as soft as velvet. (Y/n) took a deep breath, the fresh air invigorating her spirit.

"Oh, yeah! That's the stuff—get that sweet air in my lungs!" She stretched her arms above her head, a bright smile playing on her lips.

Levi, who had been quietly observing her, couldn't help but chuckle at her exuberance. With a playful nudge, he teased, "Energized much?"

"Just a bit," she laughed, her eyes twinkling with mirth. Levi handed her a neatly wrapped swiss roll, his expression softening.

"Here, fuel up after that lecture marathon." He gestured towards the swiss roll with a smirk. Levi was always meticulously prepared, even packing extra treats for her in his otherwise neatly organized lunch.

(Y/n) accepted the swiss roll with a grin, peeling back the wrapper as she replied, "It's not just the weather, you know. Lunch with my favorite person scores major points on my good day meter."

Levi's eyes crinkled with amusement. Finishing his own meal, he wiped his mouth, despite not having a crumb on him—his habits as immaculate as ever.

"So, now that we're fueled up and outside, are you going to tell me why we're really here?" His tone was light, but the undercurrent of curiosity was unmistakable.

(Y/n)'s smile faded slightly, a shadow of seriousness crossing her features. "Yes, there's actually something important we need to discuss."

The breezy day suddenly seemed to hold more weight as the couple, fresh in their journey of marriage, prepared to blend their personal joy with the responsibilities awaiting them.

~Le Flashback~

Monday, April 8th, XXXX - 5:10pm

"Hey! You guys!!" Eren's voice cut through the afternoon buzz of the school grounds as he ran up to (Y/n), Mikasa, and Armin, panting heavily. "I've been looking everywhere for you three," he gasped, hands on his knees.

"What's up, Eren?" (Y/n) asked, her fingers nervously adjusting her backpack straps.

They each had after-school plans that day—(Y/n) was catching up on missed assignments, Mikasa headed to volleyball practice, Armin was due at an extra lecture, and Eren had just come from soccer practice.

"I needed to ask you guys something," Eren said, his breath finally steadying.

The trio gave him their full attention, curiosity piqued.

"So, about Zeke..." Eren started, pausing as his friends nodded in understanding. "Lately, we've been hanging out—just getting to know each other. But the other day, after bowling, he admitted he's been too caught up in picking places and telling his own stories. He realized he hasn't really let me share much about myself."

Eren chuckled nervously, scratching the back of his head.

"He asked what I'd like to do next time, and I told him I want him to meet you guys. You know, since you all pretty much helped shape who I am," he explained, a shy smile spreading across his face as he looked up at his friends.

Blushing, Mikasa, Armin, and (Y/n) exchanged bashful glances.

"That sounds great, Eren. When do you want us to meet him?" Armin inquired, his voice gentle.

"Maybe tomorrow at lunch? We could meet at the benches," Eren suggested hopefully.

Mikasa nodded decisively. "You'll see me there."