The mission outside the walls is more intense than expected. The Titans in that area are more aggressive and numerous, prompting the commander to make the decision to order an early return to headquarters. As they venture into a forest, the rain begins to fall, turning the terrain slippery. Visibility is significantly reduced, making the task of keeping the Titans at bay even more challenging.
Amidst the chaos and torrential rain, an abnormal emerges out of nowhere, cornering them. Mikasa reacts quickly, facing and distracting it while Jean and the others escape. But before they can retreat, the Titan lunges at them, causing them to stagger. Jean struggles to maintain balance on the muddy ground as Mikasa quickly rises to confront the Titan once more.
Jean's concern for Mikasa's safety compels him to act without a second thought. He quickly gets up, his body aching from the impact under the torrential rain. He pushes his way towards her, trying to stand firm amidst the challenging conditions.
Despite the difficulty, his determination strengthens as he sees Mikasa in danger.
As he approaches the Titan, each movement with the maneuver gear becomes heavier and more complicated due to the muddy and slippery terrain. With every lunge from the Titan, Jean skillfully dodges and counterattacks. With a swift spin, he manages to distract it enough for Mikasa to get away.
"Mikasa, run!" Jean shouts, his voice blending with the rain. "I'll cover you!"
She hesitates for a second, and instead of retreating as he had told her, she grips her sword firmly and lunges at the Titan. Jean leans on his sword, breathing heavily. The rain continues to fall, the drops hitting his face, mingling with the sweat and exhaustion.
Their gaze meets, and without a word, a silent understanding is established between them. They launch into the attack, moving in perfect synchrony. Jean takes the lead, distracting the Titan. Mikasa, on the other hand, seizes every opportunity he provides, attacking with unmatched ferocity.
In a moment of opportunity, Jean guides the Titan towards a more slippery terrain. The rain had turned the area into a natural trap field. With a swift motion, he slides behind the Titan and plunges his sword into a vulnerable spot. Mikasa seizes the moment and launches her attack, forcefully severing the Titan's tendons, rendering it immobile. Together, with one final effort, they deliver a simultaneous blow, piercing the vital spot in the Titan's neck.
In the midst of the battlefield, they gaze at each other, their hearts pounding fiercely from the intensity of the fight.
"Mikasa..." Jean says, his voice getting caught in his throat for a moment.
She approaches him, her steps slow and cautious.
"Thank you, Jean," Mikasa whispers, her voice barely audible over the sound of the rain.
Jean feels those two words resonating deep within his being. The intensity of the moment still clings to his mind, and as he breathes heavily, his focus settles on Mikasa's dark, drenched hair and the indiscernible gleam in her eyes.
In that instant, Jean finds himself lost in a whirlwind of conflicting emotions. He wonders a million things and simultaneously nothing at all. The raindrops sliding down Mikasa's face, her flushed cheeks, and her expression leave him breathless.
Perhaps it's the intensity of the moment they just shared that overwhelms him with emotions. Maybe it's the persistent rain, adding a touch of melancholy. But as he sees her there, in the middle of the rain, Jean can't help but reflect on how much she means to him.
In an impulsive act, he had thrown himself into danger to protect her without hesitation. He had forced his feelings to remain hidden in the shadows, aware of the deep bonds that tied Mikasa to Eren. However, in the midst of all that, his thoughts overflow, and he wonders if it will always be this way.
The rain continues to fall.
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