After a long and grueling day of fighting practice and sparring, the sun set over the wall, yellow, orange and red hues covering the sky in a warm blanket. You wiped the sweat off your brow, letting out a tired breath. Fighting with Bertolt isn't easy, especially considering your feelings for him.

Bertolt did the same, although his sweat never seemed to stop. "You're good." He breathed, facing you. His eyes bored into yours, his towering limber figure looming. You looked down, blushing ever-so-slightly. "Thanks. You were really good too." You said in a choked whisper. He smiled at you, a true smile which made your heart flutter.

You looked up at him, smiling sheepishly back. Bertolt was a friend to you. A best friend, if that. He meant the world, and you did anything in your small, human power to protect him to the best of your ability. Although you loved him, you hated him in a way. You hated him because you knew he didn't love you back. In a way, it looked as if he had feelings for Reiner.

You sighed, walking back to your cabin, ready to have a silent fit, when a large hand was placed on your shoulder. "(Y/N), wait." Bertolt whispered to you, sweating even more than usual. "I need to tell you something." He continued, his line of sight flickering between you and the ground. You braced yourself for his love confession to Reiner, tears already pricking the corners of your eyes. "Yes?"

Bertolt inhaled an amount of air, then moved his head down and locked his lips with yours, kissing you. "I like you." He managed between breaths. You kissed back, shocked at first, but ready to melt with happiness. "I like you too." You replied, standing on your tip-toes to reach his mouth and continue the kiss.

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