In another life series (standalone)
"I... I like you. A lot," he stammered. "I think you're the most incredible girl I've ever met. You're always on my mind. I know it sounds crazy, but... I think I love you."
Reiner was Blair's first love-the one p...
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A/N: This book will follow the AOT storyline, but some elements will be changed or paced differently. This book will be more romance focused so there won't be that many fighting scenes.
7/20/25: LOL I just reread this and it's so bad and rushed why does it have 7k views wtf 😭
When we were young by Adele ~~~
Past: Age 15
Reiner and I sit behind the barracks in our usual spot, our feet dangling off the edge of the patio floor as we gaze up at the stars. The night is calm; the cool breeze feels perfect.
"You know." I begin, looking down as I swing my feet. "You're one of the few people who treat me like a normal person. You treat me just like everyone else, even though I look different from the rest of you."
I catch him glancing over at me out of the corner of my eye, pausing for a moment. "Why should it matter? I don't care about those things. If anyone gives you trouble, let me know—I'll handle it. Besides, you're amazing, what's not to love?"
I don't respond, instead I just stare down at my hands, nervously fiddling my fingers.
"Blair." He calls out softly.
I lift my head, meeting his gaze. His warm, golden-brown eyes are locked onto mine.
"I...I like you. A lot." He stammers. "I think you're the most incredible girl I've ever met. You're on my mind all the time. I know it sounds crazy, but... I think I love you."
My breath catches. I freeze, unsure of how to respond, my heart is racing.
He reaches for my hand, taking hold of it. "Please say something."
At his touch, my face softens. "I...I think I love you too." I whisper, barely audible. I've never had anyone confess to me; I was convinced my feelings were one sided.
His eyes lighten at my response. "Can I kiss you?"
I nod, too shy to speak. Gently, he cups my cheeks, taking a second to fully look at me before leaning in slowly until his lips meet mine. The kiss is soft and tender, I lean into him more, kissing him back slowly. It feels like sparks are flying.
"Hey! Look at these two—get a room." A voice calls out, startling us.
We quickly pull away from each other, turning to see Jean standing there with Connie and Sasha grinning at us.
Sasha slaps Jean's shoulder. "Way to ruin the moment Jean." She gives me a sheepish look. "Sorry, we are leaving." She shoos the boys away with her.
I turn back to Reiner as he rubs the back of his neck awkwardly. "Sorry."
I give him a puzzled look. "For what?"
"I don't know." He chuckles nervously. "I didn't know what to say."
