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The blunt sound of ceramic on his desk snapped Reiner back to reality. He was so immersed in paperwork he didn't realize Historia had decided to pay him a visit at this hour. He noticed the mug she set down beside him and he takes in that strong coffee smell.
"The kids are asleep now." Historia said. She wore a pink shoal on her shoulders. She knew her bodyguards wouldn't leave her be if they knew she meant to visit him.
"I'm sorry this is taking so long. I'll make sure to read to them tomorrow night. I promise." Reiner took her hand and kissed the palm.
"Is there anything I can help with?"
"No," he replied whilst wrapping his arms around her waist, "and besides, you had your own busy day. You should go back home and rest."
"Please. I can help. Do you want a cake? I can go back and get some."
Reiner sighed. "Fine. I will have cake."
Historia smiled and left a kiss on his forehead before quietly heading out. Meanwhile, Reiner tried to get some work done.
It took awhile before she could return. She had to make sure none of her aides knew she was sneaking out to the Commander's office again. By the time she returned, Reiner had dozed off on his desk. Perhaps the coffee she brought him wasn't right.
When early morning arrived, Reiner woke up wrapped in a pink shoal and a piece of cake beside him. He noticed some papers were neatly arranged and what's more, some of it seemed finished, reducing his workload by a lot. He sees a tiny note Historia left.
I told you I can help. Hopefully you can join us for dinner later.
P.S., the kids want you to read the turtle book to them again.
That alone was more energizing than coffee.