[ Jean knows what it means that Eren curls his hand protectively over the nape of Jean's neck. He wonders if Eren knows - how Reiner does the same thing, like it's something instinctive every Titan shifter gets when they know what they are. The most vulnerable part of themselves in general, and on the titan.
It's why, after Eren does it, Jean shifts a little so he can nudge one arm up along Eren's back until his hand can cup protectively over that same spot. Keeping him safe, even like this. The blanket is warm and comfortable around them. Jean exhales a little, shuddering.
He feels kind of like crying but with Eren close against him - it's enough to keep it at bay. To take some strength from it. ]
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It's why, after Eren does it, Jean shifts a little so he can nudge one arm up along Eren's back until his hand can cup protectively over that same spot. Keeping him safe, even like this. The blanket is warm and comfortable around them. Jean exhales a little, shuddering.
He feels kind of like crying but with Eren close against him - it's enough to keep it at bay. To take some strength from it. ]