[Subaru pulls away to look at him, and Eren's chest misses the weight, the warmth. Subaru's doing as much for him as he's doing for Subaru. He frowns, and for a minute, he looks human again. His arms don't leave his friend.]

I didn't deserve that party...and I don't deserve anyone's care...

Don't deny it - we both know it's true.

Still, I...[Why can't he meet Subaru's eyes, suddenly?]

I didn't want you to hate me. I don't...

[And after Eren confessed everything, and Subaru didn't hate him - looking at him feels completely different now. Idly, Eren realizes his heart is racing.]

It felt better...sleeping that night. After you.