I am so sorry for not updating sooner! I have been so busy lately and school is about to start but I did just get my license! Whooo! And now is the battle of Trost! I hope you're ready because I am certainly not lol. After writing this chapter, I'm thinking about typing a Sword Art Online fanfic so if you like that anime or like Naruto, check out my profile and read them! Then review them! PLZ REVIEW! Here we go!
Ch. 6
It was happening. The whole thing was happening again. The memories surged through my mind like a tornado and I couldn't stop it, no matter what I did. The death of my Mother flashed and the death of the people that day flashed like sparks. I grabbed my temples and focused on getting the horrific images out of my head. But it was as if they had a chain wrapped around them, the chain being locked tight around my brain.
"Robina!"
I gasped and looked up; he was running at the colossal Titan and yelling at me.
"Let's take this bastard together! Come on!"
I nodded and started sprinting at the huge red body of heat. He looked at both of us and swung his arms in both directions. The huge red arm of flesh slammed the ground and moved towards me at a huge speed. My breath felt like it was going to run out but my lungs were filled as I jumped up. The arm sung past under me and the wind of the air hit my face. I looked to Eren to see that he had dodged the attack as well. I clicked the button on my swords and my 3D gear activated with no hesitation. Eren and I crossed each other and rose to a higher altitude. I looked down to see a variety of cannons fly through the air, burning to pieces.
"Damn it he took out the cannons!"
"He has…intelligence!"
Eren yelled as we wired next to each other. The Titan brought out its giant hand, trying to crush us. We quickly hooked to his arm and started running on it, as if it were solid ground. The Titan flung his arm and Eren and I were forced to jump on his back.
"Eren! We have to take him out now!"
He nodded and activated his gear again. We, once again, crossed ways and brought our swords in slashing position. The target was on sight and the timing was perfect.
30 feet.
I gripped my left and right swords and swung to the nape of his neck.
20 feet.
We were going to kill him. We both had the same offensive direction and the Titan was too big to dodge our fatal attack.
10 feet.
At this point, all I could feel was the steam. Steam had irrupted from the Titan's body and we flew back. I screamed from the pain of the steam but felt soft warm hands embrace my body. My throat went dry as I shut my mouth and looked over my shoulder. It was Eren. He looked at me with worry but determination. He squeezed my hip and I returned his gaze. We clutched our sword gears and flew through the hot steam. We both let out a screeching war cry as we slashed our swords with one final attempt to kill the bastard who had killed our Mothers.
I expected to see the Titan's neck wounded but all I saw was wall rose, standing wounded. I gasped and realized that Eren had done the same. We dropped and were forced to bolt back onto the side of the wall. The wall had had better days, the hole inside it erupted smoke from its surroundings. I cursed under my breath and could feel moisture develop into my eyes. We had him! We fucking had him! I could feel that Eren felt the same feeling but knew he was stronger than I was.
"Did you get him!?"
Thomas asked from the top of the wall. I was too choked up to even say anything so Eren talked for us.
"No. He's just gone! It's like 5 years ago, he's here one moment and gone the next! Just like that!"
We flew slowly to the top and lowered our heads.
"Don't apologize….We were too scared to move…."
Connie looked at us and started yelling.
"In case you haven't noticed, there's a breach. If they get in, we're done for!"
I wiped my eyes and nodded. I stood up.
"We need to get back to HQ, now!"
They all nodded and they followed my orders. I was an officer and I had to act like one. If I acted like a pussy then I'll just end up getting screwed. We activated our gear and the view of the town came to my eyes. The town had already started evacuating into the next inner wall and it didn't look organized. Everyone was panicking and empty space was being filled, quickly. I swore at the military police's horrible performance of doing their jobs. But it would have to do. The Titans would be coming in soon and everyone would have to leave or die trying. I was ready for them. We were ready for them. The cadets loaded the cannons and shot the first ball of gunpowder at the human-eating bitches. It would delay their advance but not destroy them completely.
We made our way back to HQ and it seemed the circumstances weren't much different. Everyone was running around and saying goodbye to their loved ones. No one of my status was there but me.
"Everyone! Be prepared to face them! Give them hell!"
"Ma'am!"
They all yelled. Their confidence level grew a tiny bit but was still low as hell. If only they knew how scared I was. A hand came on my shoulder and I turned around to see Mikasa. She looked at me with the same look of fierceness. I grinned at her and we made our way to the gas tanks.
"Did you two do it?"
I looked at her with a confused glare.
"Do what?"
"kiss."
She said with a blank expression. My face went red and I waved my hands side-to-side.
"What!? No! Why would we kiss!?"
She continued her expression as she walked and talked.
"It's pretty obvious that you like him, Robina. Don't you think?"
My face grew even redder and I covered my eyes.
"Whatever…Let's just focus on the gas tanks."
I couldn't tell for sure but I think she smirked a little bit out of the corner of my eye. I uncovered my eyes to see Eren talking to Armin. Armin seemed to be freaking out about the wall and we all looked concern. Now was not the time to be losing your mind. He kept trying to connect the gas tanks but was too jittery to even touch them together.
"The entire city is as good as dead!"
Eren slapped a hand on Armin's arm.
"Armin! Listen to me, look ahead. We're not going to be the victims anymore!"
I put my hand on his shoulder and his pupils went back to normal.
"Okay…I'm okay…"
I took my hand off and looked to Eren for reassurance. He nodded slowly and I stood up straight. I took the gas tanks from Armin and connected them.
"Let's just get these damn tanks connected."
The Titans were in. It resembled the attack on Shiganshina way too much. But every officer had to focus on one thing only, getting the people to safety. That was what we all signed up to do. If we can't do that, than all hope is lost and we might as well just get eaten. So it was up to me to give orders and help solders with their equipment. Luckily, another commanding officer, Woerman, came and helped me out. He had the face of a stressed man and I took a step back so he could give orders.
"You'll be separated into four groups!"
My eyes widened at his order and he continued to talk. Divide us?
"I expect you all to man your post, knowing the advance team has been wiped out!"
We all gasped
"That's right! The outer gate is history! The Titans are in!"
I noticed the cadets mumbling and I yelled at them.
"Quiet!"
They stiffened and went silent. The commander finished his orders and the cadets separated. I walked over to Eren and he tilted his head at me.
"I don't care who is in charge. I'm with you, no matter what!"
He smiled slightly and nodded, a tint of red covering his cheeks. I giggled and left to check the other cadets before leaving for the post. My surroundings were horrific as people cried and vomited. I yelled at the crying ones and slapped the backs of the sick. People were coward in corners with their knees to their face. I knw what they felt but I couldn't afford to act that way.
"Move it!"
I turned around to see Eren and Jean next to each other. Of all times, why now!?
"What the hell man!? What's wrong with you!?"
"What kind of question is that? Were all about to be Titan food, you expect me to be a little solemn!?"
He grabbed Eren by the jacket and I walked over to them quickly. I cracked my knuckles because, frankly, I was tired of their shit. Jean was now yelling in Eren's face and my face got red from anger.
"Damn it! Shut up for a second!"
He pushed Jean to the wall behind them and Jean's face went into shock.
"We're trained for this! What do you think the last 3 years we're about!? We can do this Jean, alright?"
I had gotten to them and Eren let Jean go. He walked away and left Jean and I alone.
"He's right, you know. Man up Jean."
"I know…I know….It's just….."
I patted his shoulder.
"Shut the fuck up about the military police. You wouldn't have been a very good officer anyways because you're a dick."
He scrunched his face up at me and I smiled slightly.
"I still love you for it, haha."
His face blushed in embarrassment and he walked away with one word. Shit. I smirked and went back to Eren, who was talking to Mikasa. Apparently, they had been fighting about protecting each other. But soon, Mikasa had to leave for a different squadron. She walked a few steps and I stood beside Eren. She turned around and glared at us.
"Whatever happens….don't get killed…"
"I hadn't planned on it."
And with that, he walked away and I bid Mikasa, good-bye. I quickened my pace to catch up with Eren. Seeing the back of his head suddenly made me realize that this might be the last time we see each other. I know our determination is strong but the Titans are stronger. I know that. But I know Eren doesn't see it. But he doesn't have to see that. All I want him to see is that I….care about him. I pulled the back of his jacket and he turned around. His face had an angry expression on it but it softened as he saw me. I backed up a bit and lowered my head. He stared at me for a second before I finally decided to speak.
"Eren…I…..I just want you to know that I have loved every moment that I have spent with you…..The 3 years were years I will never forget. I guess what I'm trying to say is…"
My face grew red and he noticed. He grabbed my shoulder and I looked at him as he shook me.
"Don't you talk like that! Don't say this is the end! Because it's not, Robina! It's not!"
I let out my holding breath and gently put his hands off my shoulders. He was still angry and he was waiting for my response.
"That's not what I'm trying to say….."
"Then what are you trying to say!?"
"I'm trying to….say….that…..I…..I….."
I groaned softly and lowered my head. I didn't want him to see the tears forming in my eyes and my face red. He, of course, noticed and his face went to a face of sympathy.
"I…I…"
He grabbed my hands, softly, and I looked up at him. He wiped the forming tears from my eyes and gave me a hug. His warm embrace almost made me fall to my knees but he held me up. I squeezed his back and he squeezed mine. I laid my head on his shoulder and he rubbed the small on my back. He spoke softly this time.
"Just tell me, Robina."
Ugh! Why couldn't he figure it out? Or maybe he has already figured it out but he just wants me to say it. It's harder than it looks…..but I think I can get it out this time.
"Eren…..I…..I…lo…."
"Eren! Robina!"
We gasped and separated to see Armin. Damn it, Armin!
"We have to get to our post!"
We nodded and Armin walked away. Eren turned to me again.
"Okay, you can say it now."
He said with a smile. I smiled and began the words."
"Eren…."
"What are you waiting for guys!? Come on!"
I groaned and walked to the other cadets that were assigned to the post. Eren just stood there in confusion.
'What was she trying to say? It seemed really important…'
He thought. He looked at his hands. They absorbed my warmth and he squeezed them, slightly.
'She was…..so warm…..'
And that is the end of the chapter! It's like 2 in the morning but I really wanted to finish thee chapter because I haven't updated in like 2 weeks. Well I hope you liked this chapter and hope you will wait for the future ones. I actually thought of discontinuing this story but if I start a story I'm gonna freaking finish it! Eren is so clueless, haha. Robina is so sweet. JWill she be able to tell him before…..you know….Anyway, PLEASE REVIEW THE STORY AND TELL ME WHAT YOU THINK! ALSO PLEASE FOLLOW THE STORY AND MAKE IT YOUR FAVOIRTE! IT HELPS ME WHEN I WRITE AND IT MIGHT JUST HELP ME UPDATE FASTER….HINT HINT! THANKS FOR READING!
