Not Just an Act [ArminxEren]

~magical boys~

• Eren's P.o.v. •

In all truthfulness,

Armin does have quite the ass.

I had been a little surprised upon seeing he wore women's underwear, but for sure I wasn't questioning his manhood. Both meanings.

His house was cute and small, and the walls were sky-blue and slate colored. It was an Armin house, just as amazing inside as outside. Although I was content the awkwardness had subsided, I was starting to feel weird about my looking at his 'undercarriage'.

I had already been strangely aroused by his cute, shota attitude and the somehow adorable way he cooked. But when he leaned over like he did- hot damn. I guess I really didn't mind him being my lover in the play, giving it is a romance. Focusing back on his tiny little hand clutching mine gingerly shook me out of my daze.

We raced up the stairs, and he led me into a cute little bedroom- his bedroom. Oh joy. Dropping himself onto a pile of blankets and pillows, Armin scooted over and patted the spot he had just crashed himself into. I sat down and sighed. "Promise me this won't turn out like Boku no Pico?" He shuddered and furiously nodded, furrowing his eyebrows. "We don't speak of that monstrosity in my household.That was a mistake! Stop bringing it up." He lightly rested his head on my shoulder, remote in hand. The tv was already on, open to the episode list. "There are only 12 episodes... So we'll have plenty of time to fool around later." My head dropped right into the gutter.

Fool around.

• Armin's P.o.v. •

Upon noticing how suggestive that last sentence was, I decided not to say anything. Seeing Eren stiffen up in surprise like he had was just one of the many strange things I liked about Eren.

And I am not talking about his dirty mind.

It was funny how he could go from being all brave n shit to getting flustered from a small comment like that. But that's Eren for you. Always has always will be- Eren Jaeger.

I clicked on the first episode and relaxed into the bean bag below me. The coldness of the cloth gave me a sudden urge to cuddle to warmth- Eren. But I just pulled a quilt over myself and wedged the bowl of popcorn in the small space between us.

•••

I was glad he didn't complain about the girly theme of the show. Eren does know I tend to like feminine animes, or at least took note of my Moon Phase socks or my Free! Eternal Summer computer skin. I guess that one wasn't really girly- but last time I checked, having a skin with homosexual hot-and-ripped teenage boys in speedos isn't exactly manly.

The time was 7:58 post-meridiem. Taking note of the lateness of the hour, I nudged Eren lightly. "Do you want to stay over here? It's getting late and we haven't even finished the first episode." I asked, trying to talk over the show.

"I was planning to leave at 8:15, but I guess I could walk over to my place to grab some clothes and my school stuff." He replied. I slowly nodded. "No rush. Have you eaten yet? I was planning on heating something up after you leave, but since you're staying I guess that's not gonna work." He shook his head and I continued to nod. "Ok. You can go now and I can order something. I'm kinda in the mood for Thai, what do you think?"

His eyes lit up. "Thai- sushi?!" Eagerness overwhelmed him well-toned face. "Yes! What kind do you want? I personally like eel." This was the Eren I liked to see. Upbeat and excited. "Do you just want to get a ton of that? I really do love eel, but you can surprise me." He grinned brightly, showing off his perfect teeth, sending me to run my tongue over my upper braces. "Oh no, that sounds great. I can get some salmon or crab rolls for some variety. Egg rolls?" It was his turn to nod frantically.

•••

By the time Eren had returned, the food had arrived and I was carrying it all upstairs on a large plate. He tossed a bag on to the bench in the mud room, and carried the other to my room. "That didn't take you very long. Good thing, cause I would've polished this off," I said with a warm smile. Eren grinned back and patted my shoulder. "I bet it would've been gone if I had let you make it to your room."

In the small amount of time I had after Eren left to when the food arrived, I arranged the pillows and such into small beds. Snuggling myself into the quilt I moved the popcorn bowl and replaced it with the sushi and egg rolls. "Back to this." I reached over, grabbed the remote, and pressed play.

•••

Now it was 12:23 ante-meridiem. Neither Eren or myself were in any way tired, now on the last episode. Eren had mentioned the show being 'a little girly for his taste' but I knew that was a lie. We were about five minutes into 'My Very Best Friend' and I knew it wasn't just me who's feels we're going off the charts.

I nudged the plate to Eren's side. "I'm kinda full so I'm gonna grab some ice cream. You can have the rest." He nodded, not taking his eyes off of the tv. "I thought this was supposed to be stupid. I don't know how they managed to make this worth watching- like, at all." He muttered. I chuckled, knowing what he really meant. "Oh you're just 'wayy too manly to obsess over a show about cute girls with magical powers'" I taunted jokingly, earning a playful punch from Eren. "Shut up."

I shrugged, disappointed. I decided it to be best if I escape to the icecream before things got awkward again. I only managed to run off two steps to the mini fridge when Eren gripped the hem of my shirt. "Hey Ar?" I turned around to see him finally pulling his eyes away from the television, smiling slightly. "Can I be a magical boy?" I smiled back, ruffling his hair.

"Just make a wish."

•••

I returned with two bowls of double chocolate ice cream, and a bag of toppings. Eren had paused the show for me, thankfully, and was on his phone. I sat back down next to him, crawling into the blankets which were now cold from my absence. "Ugh, they're cold." I complained quietly.

Looking up at Eren, he was biting his lip. "I- um, here." He wrapped his arms around me slowly, lightly gripping my sides like they were foreign to him. "Thanks... And uh, I really do feel bad for putting you in such an awkward situation. Sorry for being stupid-" Eren placed a warm hand over my mouth to silence me and smiled warmly. "It's alright, that was really fishy. I understand." He removed his hand and dragged it down my side, stopping at my hip bone to bring me into a gentle, comfortable hug. Once again, showing the Eren I liked to see. The one I fancied oh, so much. I gladly hugged him back

"Have you thought of a wish yet?" I said once we had released each other. I had begun to take out the whipped cream. "Yes." He responded gingerly. I stopped -can in hand- and nodded, gesturing him to continue with impatience- still wearing a bright smile.

"So you know it's an act, the romance play. The kissing scenes, cheesy romance talk, and desperate loving will all be an act. But y'know what?" He looked at me with warmth, the dim light of the flashing Sony logo and the bright, full moon outside twinkled in his eyes. Those turquoise orbs made the glow-in-the-dark stars on the ceiling seem like they weren't shining.

"I wish it to be...."

"Not just an act."

And with those words, it was settled. "Your wish is granted."

• Author's Note •

Just wanna tell ya, so when a girl becomes a magical girl, they make a special contract with the Incubator, Kyubey. He grants a wish- any wish- that is worth trading your life for. A magical girl must devote their life to saving humanity from witches.

So that was a cheesy way to end it. Next chapter is fluffiness.

I promise, I'll end the popcorn and anime stuff next chapter. 10th chapter will start with the next day.

Thanks friends! Love ya 💕

Sincerely your sincere friend,
GoatBooty 🎌