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This is a mess... Armin seems like he's doing better now, but...

[Not looking directly at the camera just yet, Eren takes a moment to finish up re-bandaging what's left of Armin's leg before turning to greet his audience. So as not to upset anyone with the sight of the gruesome wound (they've seen enough blood already over that last few weeks) he's careful to keep most of it out of view. Still, one can still catch a glimpse of Armin in the corner of the screen, fast asleep in a rather large, compfy-looking four poster bed. A sharp eye might be inclined to recognize it and the rest of the room as Integra's.]

To the people who helped out the other day- I think your names were Carlos and James? ...Thank you. I really owe you one. I mean it. If you ever need help with anything, just tell me and I'll be there.

[There's a lot more Eren could say on the matter, but in the end, he decides to leave it at that. He knows if he says much more, he'll end up getting too emotional.

After taking a deep breath, he forces himself to move on to the next order of business:]

So... Healing "magic." Is it true that there are people here who can do that? Can someone help my friend?

((ooc: Replies might be coming from Armin, as well. Souji is lined up to answer Eren's request, but all comments are more than welcome!))

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[Souji's been dealing with...something the last week or so, but he's keeping an eye on the network just in case, especially after a crappy event like that one. When he sees this post, it's just second nature to answer.]

I can heal. Where are you?

[He'd put the request out there, but hadn't truly been holding his hopes up high for a helpful response.]

Really? Thank you!

We're up on the tenth floor. Room 666.

Again, thank you.

[Souji nods and gets up from where he's sitting.]

I'll be there in a couple minutes.

[He shuts off the feed--no one really needs to deal with the awkward background noise of him climbing the stairs--and a few moments later, he does knock at the door of room 666 on the tenth floor.]

[Eren is quick to answer, a mix of hopefulness and apprehension coloring his expression. This is Armin's best shot at recovery, but it's also 'magic.' Is this really safe? What if they end up making this worse?]

That was quick. I really appreciate your help....

[At least this person looks reliable. As Eren invites Souji in, he makes a subtle gesture towards the bed where Armin is resting.]

Armin is asleep over there...

[Though Souji's not really acquainted with Eren, he knows Armin. He inclines his head to Eren though, as he steps inside, and moves over to the bedside.

He half raises a hand, then glances at Eren.]

Don't be alarmed.

[He used to think that pulling a card out of thin air was a little flashy, but since knowing Minato and seeing him use his Evoker, it seems pretty tame. That's what he's thinking of as Norn appears in the air above him, but as the Persona casts Diarahan and then fades from sight, he brings his attention back to Armin, eyeing him to make sure that the spell worked, or at least worked well enough to make a difference.]

[Armin is only vaguely aware of Souji as he enters the room. He's doped up on painkillers and still woozy from losing blood. His heart stutters sometimes, fluttering uselessly, and it becomes hard for him to breathe... But he's been fighting hard to hang on. When he's approached, he opens his eyes and turns his head just enough to see who it is.]

Souji...

[Why is Souji here? They know each other well enough, but--]

[Oh. That blue glow is strangely familiar. It reminds him of Minato.]

[The feeling of being healed simply cannot be compared. It's so relieving and reviving. Armin immediately takes a deep breath, something he felt he he was not able to do until now, and it flows from his lungs and through his veins. He moves his severed leg in faint hope, but no. There's still nothing there. He winces momentarily, but tries not to let the feeling of disappointment overcome him completely.]

I wasn't aware you could do that. [He remarks quietly.] You're a man of many talents.

A few of them are useful.

[Souji is satisfied seeing Armin's physical relief. The shifting draws his attention to the lost limb, though, and he considers that.]

...I think the only way to fix that is to die and be revived.

If I died...?

[His eyes flash; for a second, it's obvious he's considering the idea. Or perhaps, that he should have allowed it to happen when that Titan first grabbed him.]

[But the thought is soon quashed. He can't. It's hard to explain why, and he struggles with the words... Armin pauses almost long enough that it seems like he has nothing to say, but he eventually shakes his head and replies:]

In my world, it's sad just to see a flower wilt. I've seen so many of my comrades fall, and every single life lost is devastating. To commit suicide in their memory would be insulting, no matter the reason.

[Souji nods. He can understand that, and after seeing the Titans and getting just a small taste of what Armin's world is like, it makes complete sense.]

There are alternatives.

[A beat.]

I'm sorry I can't heal it.

...It's alright. [He swallows, slightly bitter, but not towards Souji.] I didn't expect anyone to be able to. Thank you for healing me at all; I feel remarkably better.

[He wishes he could make himself more presentable, but he still feels a little to too weak to sit up. Oh well. He reaches up to run a hand through his slightly-matted hair.]

What do you mean by "alternatives?"

The closets or vendors can probably help with advanced prosthetics.

[Learning to walk with it would be a struggle, but lots of people where he's from do it. He looks over at Eren, but is still addressing Armin.]

You've got people here who would help you learn to walk on it.

Ah... Yes. I still have that ticket we all received after the Jabberwocky was captured. If the closet doesn't cooperate... [He can't think of a better use for his. If he ever wants to walk again, he's going to need a prosthetic perfect both for the shape of what's left of his leg, and his height. Those aren't exactly easy to come by. And perhaps, from the vendors, he could get something a little more creative...]

[Armin also looks to Eren, with a small smile on his face.]

I've no shortage of friends here, thankfully.

[So not even magic could help.... Eren tries to smile back when he sees the others turn to look at him. It's a convincing smile.]

We'll get through this together, Armin. However you want to handle this, I'll be there with you.

[First, this place took Mikasa from them, and now it's trying to take away a part of Armin, as well. He can't allow that. He'll spend every minute by Armin's side from now on, if he has to. One way or another, Eren will make sure Armin is happy.]

Learning to walk with a prosthetic can't be any harder than learning to use the maneuver gear was, right? You've got this. We've got this.

[Souji thinks he's probably extraneous to this scene now, so he steps back from the bed.]

You'll be okay.

...And I can't think of many events we've had that were more dangerous than that one, so you should have plenty of time to recover.

Eren...

[Armin's heart swells with affection and pride. He reaches a hand out towards Eren's, intending to take his in return, wanting to show affection now while conveying that they'll have a chance to talk more later. Souji is still here.]

You've been here a long time, so I trust your judgement. I don't think any of us could take another one like that for awhile... Thank you.

[Souji nods in agreement with that statement about the events and in acknowledgment of Armin's gratitude.]

If there's anything else I can do later on, let me know.

[He inclines his head to them both and lets himself out.]

Likewise. I'm not quite in shape now, but... I intend to be as soon as possible.

[Souji seems like a somewhat lonely person. Armin knows what that's like, and would like to remedy it if he can.]

[But they're alone again now. He heaves another sigh, closes his eyes for a moment, then turns his attentions towards Eren.]

I'm sorry about this. I was careless.

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[As Eren watches Souji go, he gets a similar impression as Armin. It seems unfair that such a nice, helpful guy would be lonely though.

Perhaps is he didn't have Armin around, he'd have a lonely air about him too. He takes Armin's hand, brushing his thumb over the back of it softly.]

No, it's not your fault. It could never be your fault. It's their's - the Titans.

And Wonderland.

[Armin heaves a quiet sigh. He's still working through the guilt of Titans arriving in Wonderland at all, before he could find a solution to their imprisonment. Casualties were minimal, and he's glad that he was the one hurt, and not James, but... he certainly bit off more than he could chew. He wasn't ready for all the responsibility he put on himself.]

[He grips Eren's hand, and tugs a little, inviting him closer. He'd rather have the comfort of intimacy than hash over doubts he's already over-thinking. Save that for some other time, when he's feeling better.]

[The warmth of Armin's hand is a comfort. It means that he's still here, and ever since the accident, Eren's been feeling the need to constantly reassure himself of that fact. It's even gotten to the point where he's having trouble sleeping. What if Armin's gone when he wakes up?

Mindful of Armin's injury, Eren carefully sets himself down on the edge of the bed and leans in for a gentle hug.

He doesn't know what to say. He doesn't want to make Armin sad, but he doesn't want to downplay his loss by pretending it's not a big deal, either. In the end, it's easiest to convey his feelings through actions instead of words.]

Eren...

[Armin doesn't judge Eren in the least for his actions. He's been in his position plenty of times in the past; the only difference being that when Eren loses a limb, it grows back. But he's wanted nothing more than to hold him and never let go too, when he's laid in bed unconscious after a tough mission. Eren was just a sensitive enough creature (which he was, more than any of them) to actually go through with it.]

I'm okay. [He whispers, and snakes his arms up around Eren in return.] I feel much better. I promise.

[From the warmth of Armin's shoulder, Eren nods. It was an emotional impulse to reach out for Armin in such a way, but now that he's satisfied the urge, he's starting to calm down. His senses are coming back to him.]

Good. We both know I'm hopeless without you.

[He pulls away slightly, but only enough to properly see Armin face to face.]

Is there anything you want? Food? A book from the library? Something from your room?

Not right now. Maybe later. [Armin shakes his head, grip loosening, but still keeping hold of Eren in some way. He swallows around a lump in his throat.] Just... If you could stay nearby.

[He's probably going to have to be selfish in order to survive for some time, until he can walk on his own again. Might as well start getting practice as soon as he can.]

[It's not selfish if it's something they both want. As long as Eren can stay close to Armin, no request is too great.]

I'm here. For as long as you need me.

[He settles himself in.]

But you've got to try to get some more rest, okay?

I'm tired of being tired. [He manages the smallest of smiles as Eren cuddles up next to him-- his body is always wonderfully warm-- and turns his head to maintain eye contact.] I must've lost a lot of blood, to still be exhausted like this.

[He remembers what happened, and he doesn't. Panicked flashes of people's horrified faces, and unspeakable pain stand out sharply in his mind, but the details are more than fuzzy. Especially after he passed out on the cot in the med bay. Then it was just him lapsing in and out of consciousness until now.]

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