Screw the rules / Eren x Reader

11

two years later

The sun was already high when y/n was woken up by a soft knock on the door. She stretched, trying to shake off the sleep that still enveloped her, and heard the excited voice of her friend Mikasa.

“Y/n! Wake up! Breakfast is almost ready.”

Y/n shook her head, trying to process the words. With an effort, she got out of bed and went to the door.

“I’m coming!” she shouted, as she quickly got dressed.

Mikasa always had an infectious energy, and y/n loved that. As soon as she opened the door, she found Mikasa with a radiant smile and a tray full of delicacies.

“Look what I brought! Pancakes, fruit and that orange juice you love!” she said, entering the room like a storm of joy.

You smiled when you saw the improvised table that Mikasa had set up on her desk. Sunlight streamed in through the window, illuminating the space and making everything even more welcoming.

“You’re the best!” you said, sitting down on the chair. “How did you manage to do all this so quickly?”

“Ah, just a combination of love and strong coffee!” Mikasa replied, blinking. “Now let’s eat before it gets cold!”

“And Ellie?”

“Still sleeping, like an angel.”

The two began to devour the pancakes covered with honey and fresh fruit. Between bites and laughter, they shared stories about the past week.

“So, what about your interview?” Mikasa asked, leaning forward curiously.

You sighed, remembering how nervous you felt. But soon a smile appeared on your face.

“It’s today, at 9:00, I’m really excited. I hope it works out!”

Mikasa looked at you smiling.

“I know you’ll rock it! You’re so talented! And if it doesn’t work out now, don’t worry; other opportunities will come.”

You appreciated Mikasa’s words of support; she always had a gift for making people feel better about themselves.

After devouring almost everything on the tray, the two decided to take a break for coffee.

“What do you say we do something fun today? A walk in the park or maybe a movie? When you get back,” Mikasa suggested.

“I love the idea! A little fresh air always helps”

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After dressing in a stylish blouse and comfortable pants, Y/n looked at herself in the mirror. Her reflection showed a determined young woman, but she couldn't ignore the slight trembling in her hands.

“Breathe, Y/n,” she muttered to herself. “You're ready for this.”

“You look beautiful! Are you nervous?”

“A little... it's my first job interview. What if I don't know how to answer the questions?” you replied.

“Remember what I said. Be yourself and show your passion for what you do. You're amazing!” Mikasa said smiling.

Y/n smiled, feeling a little more confident, grabbed her backpack and mentally reviewed the route to the company where she would be interviewed.

“I'm leaving now,” you said as you opened the door.

“Good luck! And don't worry about Ellie, I'm keeping an eye on her!” Mikasa shouted from afar.

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The morning air was fresh and invigorating. As you walked to the bus stop, you thought about everything you had done up until that point: the online courses, the personal projects, the sleepless nights studying to learn new technologies. Every effort seemed worth it at that moment.

When you finally arrived at the mysterious company, your anxiety returned with full force. The imposing building looked so different from the outside; it was real now and not just an image on a computer screen.

You took a deep breath before entering. As you walked through the automatic doors, you were greeted by a friendly receptionist who led you to the interview room.

“Good luck! They’ll love you!” the receptionist said with an encouraging smile.

Sitting in the waiting room, you looked around and observed the other candidates. They all seemed so confident and prepared. You tried not to let yourself get carried away by the comparison.

Finally, your name was called and you entered the room where three interviewers were waiting for you. The tension in the air was palpable.

“Hello, Y/N! “Thank you for coming today,” said Levi, the project manager, looking into her eyes with a warm smile.

You felt butterflies in your stomach, but remembered Mikasa’s encouraging words. With a nervous smile, you replied,

“Thank you for the opportunity! I’m excited to be here.”

As the questions began to flow, you found your confidence slowly growing. You talked about your past experiences and how you could contribute to the company’s team. Each answer seemed easier than the last.

At the end of the interview, Levi asked an unexpected question:

“What would you do if you had a project in hand and encountered technical difficulties?”

You thought for a moment before answering:

“I would analyze the problem carefully and look for creative solutions, in addition to asking my colleagues for help when necessary. I believe that working as a team is essential to solving challenges!”

Levi smiled, satisfied with the answer.

“Very good thinking! Thank you for being here today, S/n.”

As you left the interview room, you felt a wave of relief mixed with the adrenaline pumping through your body. Regardless of the outcome, you knew you had done your best.

As you took the elevator, S/n looked up and saw a man with long hair.

“S/n?”

“Eren?”