golden / someone's ugly daughter

Chapter Four: Wish You Well

Years have passed. Much change has happened and it happened quickly too. The military became stronger, and had all kinds of upgrades. There were trains, ships, aircrafts, you name it. Paradis was way different from what it was before and in a better way. Though, all this didn't come as a gift. Everybody knew that there was going to be a war. They've been discussing it for years now; how and when they were going to attack. Everybody was going to take part in something vital, especially Eren. He had the most important position in this.
It was all too soon before the day arrived. It felt like everything that they've been preparing for went by in a flash. (Y/N) went through it all, she experienced it. It was more heartbreaking than tough work. She reminisced about it all night, which got her little to no sleep at all. It wasn't the first time this happened.
She turned over to lay on her side and gaze out the window. It was early morning. The sun just came out moments ago, so it was still somewhat dark. Today is the day where Eren leaves for Marley. (Y/N) was upset and nervous about it, but it was nothing compared to what he must be feeling. Everybody was depending on him. If one thing were to go wrong, Paradis would be done for. He is humanity's hope for the future.

A sudden groan from the other side of the bed could be heard. (Y/N) didn't bother moving or saying anything as she felt him shift from one side to the other. Eren wrapped his arm around her figure, and brought her up against his warm body. She hummed when she felt his bare chest against her back,
"You're awake?" He asked in a raspy voice.
She slowly turned around to face him, giving him a small scoff,
"I've been awake for a while now." She said.
(Y/N) rested her head against his chest and looked up at him, eyeing his facial features. Eren's eyes were still closed and he was showing a relaxed face. His beard and mustache area had some stubble to it, and his now very long hair was all over the place. She reached her hand up to brush the strands away from his face, causing him to try and swat her hand away from the ticklish touch,
"It's annoying." He muttered.
"You're annoying." She joked.
He let out a 'tch' before nudging her away to lay on his back. He moved the thin blankets away from his chest to get some cool air as he slightly parted his eyelids. Eren let out a long sigh when his eyes hit the ceiling. (Y/N) watched him, especially his eyes. They showed how tired he was, and how full of nervousness there was in them.

She reached her hand out towards him and he immediately noticed. Eren turned his head to face her and grabbed her hand. She intertwined their fingers, smiling slightly at the cute gesture. He moved her hand up to his lips and gave it a small kiss on the back of it before moving it away. (Y/N), once again, watched him as he held it softly. Their eyes locked, and he flashed her a tired smile,
"It's too early..." He said tiredly, "We're not supposed to be awake for another half hour."
She hummed,
"I suppose..." She said, "But at least we get to spend some more time with each other before you have to leave."
Eren rolled his eyes before turning his head to look back up at the ceiling,
"Don't remind me..." He said.
(Y/N) slipped her hand out of his grasp as she sat up on the bed, facing him. She muttered a small apology as she moved the covers away from her, only to lay down on his body seconds after. His gaze went from the ceiling to her face, and he couldn't help but smirk. She moved her head towards his and gave him a small kiss on the lips. When she pulled away, she noticed that Eren wasn't looking at her face anymore. Immediately, she rolled her eyes at what he was looking at,
"That shirt doesn't fit you well." He said.

He placed his hand on her chest, forcing her to sit up on his lap. (Y/N) snickered when she realized that her breasts were nearly exposed, but at the moment, she didn't care,
"I should throw it away anyway." She said, "It was my moms."
She laid back down next to him and placed her head in the crook of his neck. Eren scoffed,
"I like it." He said.
"You only like it 'cause it's showing my boobs." She said.
He nodded in agreement, making the both of them laugh. When it finally quieted down, (Y/N) let out a sigh before sitting back up. She swung her legs over the edge of the bed, and stood up. Quickly, she walked over to the chair in the corner of the room and grabbed her shawl, slipping it over her shoulders,
"You should go get ready." She said, turning around to face him.
Eren was already up from the bed, tying his hair into a bun right as she spoke,
"Yeah, I know..." He said, "I'll see you at the docks, right?"
(Y/N) softly smiled at him,
"Of course..." She said, "I'll be there..."
He sighed in relief before walking over to her. She was bending down, putting her shoes on when he stood behind her. A few seconds passed and she stood up to face him.