[Aubrey feels a bit like she should tell Mikasa it’s fine, no need to drop her hand, or hold back on those kisses they both seem to want. But Aubrey’s own face warms at the attention, and… selfishly, she’s a little glad that Mikasa noticed.

[So for once, she won’t deflect.] I did.

I told him I’d find him peace… and his peace is the people he loves.