Letting out an exaggerated sigh, their feet dragged as they made their way towards the lab. The floor creaked beneath Hange’s steps as they entered the dimly lit laboratory. Their auburn eye scanned the room until they spotted your figure, their features softening as they did so.

With your back turned to the Commander, unaware of their presence, your gaze remained solely focused on the paperwork piled in front of you. The soft sound of your pen scribbling against paper filled the air as you concentrated on the task at hand. The gentle amber glow of the candle cast a warm light over the room, illuminating your face in a soft, ethereal glow as the flame flickered intermittently.

Hange couldn’t help but smile softly as they admired your figure. Nudging their glasses up their hooked nose with a knuckle, they slowly approached you. Finally reaching your side, they wrapped their lengthy arms around you from behind, resting their cheek against your shoulder as they let out a tired sigh.

You froze unexpectedly at Hange’s touch, the sudden presence behind you catching you off guard. But as you recognized the familiar embrace, a sense of calm washed over you, and you leaned back into their touch, letting out a contented sigh.

The auburn-haired Commander hummed softly, the vibration of their voice against your skin soothing. “Long day, huh?” They whispered tenderly, their breath warm against your ear.