[Mikleo makes a soft noise as he's kissed so suddenly, but he relaxes afterward, and gently lays cool fingertips over Eren's cheeks. Tears or not, he doesn't matter. Eren is Eren, and they're both so alike at times that words aren't needed. Words are... clumsy, occasionally, even for someone like Mikleo, who has always had a way with the written one.

The kiss is sweet and it lingers on Mikleo's lips even after he pulls away to breathe. He's never minded a little salt-- though he does wipe away any remaining tears from Eren's face.]

I never had any doubt.

[His eyes crinkle at the edges.]

Now... since I gave you your name, I suppose I should share mine. It's only fair, right? We've been partners for long enough that I know I can trust you with it. [He pauses, looking uncharacteristically shy for a moment, his eyes falling to the necklace in Eren's hand.] I've never been afraid to give you everything. I know you'll keep me and my name safe.

[It isn't betraying Sorey or anything gross like that. They're partners here.

Mikleo cards his fingertips over Eren's horns, then through the roots of his hair, and finally to the adorable ears, where he stops to whisper his name.]

Luzrov Rulay. It means Mikleo the Enforcer. From the beginning, my truth has always been to see things through. And I can promise you right now, that'll happen even if we're separated.

You won't be alone. Not really.