Armin Arlert never wanted this. He never wanted any of this. He wanted to see the world, yes. He wanted to feel the ocean's waves running over his toes and he wanted to bathe in tropical sunlight. But he never thought that in trying to do those things, he would have to go through all this.

His best friend's severed arm flying at him from the mouth of a titan was not exactly something that he had predicted. None of this was really expected. Armin hadn't even thought that he would ever join the military. And yet, here he was.

It might be worth it, though, he thought silently, a small smile on his face as he lay in a bed next to Eren (who was snoring rather obnoxiously). Yeah, it will definitely be worth it when I can finally see the ocean and be free of these walls. I just have to hold out and fight a little longer.

The ocean was a long way away, and he might not ever get the chance to see it, but he would certainly try his hardest to get there.

One day... he thought as he drifted off to sleep, One day I'll get there...


A/N: BLAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHH

I HAVE THE WORST WRITER'S BLOCK EVER I'M SO SORRY FOR NOT UPDATING 丶´Д`

When I get past this, I will hopefully finish up Say Something within 2 months, finish the last chapter of The Pirate and the Sea Witch, and post two new works- one a long multichapter and one just a oneshot.

Anyhoo, thank you for being patient, you beautiful people. (◠‿◠✿)