[ That brings an immediate smile to Reiner's lips, proof enough that it was a safe question. ]

It was really nice. We walked around Blossomcrown—you know, the district with all the cherry blossoms? We ordered a bunch of different foods and split them so we could each try everything. He gave me cookies that he baked himself.

[ At some point, Reiner's eyes have warmed, his voice softening. He doesn't seem to realize it, just repeating: ]

It was really nice.