𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐲

Armin's grip tightens around the book in his hands. Suddenly wave of panic washes over him. His usually cool and collected mind is blank and chaotic at the same time. Cold sweat starts too well on his forehead, just like on his palms. Unfortunately, now he knows how Bertholdt feels most of his life.

The warmth your eyes send into his direction makes him even more nervous. The blond boy finds that comforting, but not in this situation right now. He doesn't want to make a fool out of himself in front of you.
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Armin x female!reader
Modern AU

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intimacy; in·ti·ma·cy
/ˈin(t)əməsē/
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noun
close familiarity or friendship; closeness.
"the intimacy between a husband and wife"
Similar:
closeness
togetherness
affinity
rapport
attachment
familiarity
confidentiality
close association
close relationship
close attachment
close friendship
friendliness
comradeship
companionship
amity
affection
mutual affection
warmth
warm feelings
understanding
fellow feeling
chumminess
palliness
mateyness
a private cozy atmosphere.
"the room had a peaceful sense of intimacy about it"