[Eren sounds so sure about that. He supposes Eren would know his partner better than Elliot did (he doesn't even know the guy's name), but shouldn't they at least tell the other guy? It seems polite to at least mention it. But surely Eren will. A strong bond is all about communication.

Elliot will later regret this assumption.

But what he wants from a bond. One image comes to mind immediately: Class VII. His second family, his bonds deeper than any other. But none of them were here. He had to find a way to last until he can reunite with them.

Eren's offer was tempting. He did like Eren, he was a good man.

What does he want...]

I don't want a long term relationship from a bond. I need to go home and fulfill a promise.

But I don't want to use my bonds. Even if it's a temporary arrangement, I'll still treat them as I would my precious friends.

Is that okay?