[Luz was still in awe over those feelings, but was holding fast to them, because if she never told anyone other than Eren, they would be a secret she could hold onto as her own and cherish. A reminder that this place had more beauty than people gave it credit for.

Luz had felt the same way, and thought as much when she decided to meet Eren. She never expected that overtime, he would become someone she cared about too, even someone she trusted, enough so that when war had ravaged her unprepared, she was able to find solace in his gaze, and then in his arms.

That mattered, and when she thought he was gone, it had cried out in a part of her she couldn't express, because it didn't feel like the people around her would understand.

She managed a smile, and though she could tell he couldn't touch her, she reached out and lightly touched his face].

It's good to have you back. It looks like...you've still had it hard, wherever you've been.

I'm sorry.