𝑺𝒄𝒂𝒓𝒇 | A Yeager Story

[29] A Kind Soul

Mina's POV

Perceiving that Hannes was about to give Mikasa and Armin a pep talk, I immediately used that chance to dismiss myself while telling them that I'd check up on the wounded soldiers. Ignoring the looks that they had given me, I stood up with the ration that Hannes had given, all the while munching on it as I made my way toward the fallen bodies of my superiors. I honestly don't want to hear more about the trio's relationship since it'll ruin everything that Ymir had calmed me for.

"You don't want to hear what they have to say?" Ymir whispered near my ear, an act that would have made me flinch in the past. However, now that it's becoming a daily occurrence for us to communicate, it only left me feeling confused. "It's about your parents, you know. I never gave you the chance to hear it back in the second world."

Yeah... but...

While ensuring no one was looking, I turned my back and faced the vast land that was made not too long ago, a battlefield by the attack and armored titan. Upon placing the ration in between my teeth, I lifted both of my bandaged arms and began to write on the palm of my left hand.

I don't think I can take it.

"Take what?" After a few seconds of silence, she continued. "Oh."

Yeah... While taking back the ration in my hand and taking a bite out of it, I couldn't help but close my hand from all the uselessness I was currently feeling.

Because I'll definitely lose it at that point.

And I don't think someone as ancient as Ymir can even stop me from whatever reckless things I might say. Being an Ackermann means that I'll forever be loyal to my chosen one. However, being a Yeager would surely bring forth my aggressive and reckless nature. Hence, knowing how vulnerable I currently am, I chose to put some distance between us. Or else... I might do something that I'll forever regret.

Like telling everyone who is currently awake that we must make haste and immediately move out.

Amidst my inner contemplation, a set of footsteps immediately garnered my attention as my gaze landed on a petite figure. Knowing that I'd act on reflex and salute her, I instantly held my arm back, all the while giving her a polite smile. "Krista, are you feeling well?"

The young future queen of Paradis slowly made her way to my side while she answered my question. "Yes, Mina. Thanks for asking. I'm just... worried about Ymir, is all."

Ymir...

Like how worrying about Eren isn't enough; just thinking about what would happen to her right after this fight is over makes all of my insides turn as bile rises in my throat.

Hold it in. I twisted my head away from her and placed the back of my hand that continues to hold the ration on top of my lip, frowning after realizing that her death is essential for future scenarios to take place. Let it go, Yeager. Isn't saving Eren your top priority?

"..."

No...

That's not exactly the case... isn't it?

"I'm an idiot..." I whisper to myself, chuckling as I take one last bite of my ration before quickly placing the wrapper in the pocket I've sewed inside my leather jacket. I knew that Krista heard what I just said, and it was not exactly wise of me to do so. After all, if I mess up and someone other than the commander realizes who I truly am, then who knows what kind of havoc the devil would make?

However, this time, in my vulnerable state, I couldn't help but want someone to listen. It is risky and useless of me to act like so, especially since I have that ancient being on my side who seems to support my endeavors these past few days. But seeing someone in their physical form who is willing to listen to my worries is different.