Kyle and Ava ♛💜💛♚

You were Kyle’s best friend—someone he had known since before he joined the Nation’s army—and the only person he had told about his secret trips to the surface waterfall to meet Ava, a woman from the Empire. At first, you were shocked; you never expected your friend to be romantically involved with someone who was supposed to be the enemy. Yet, you didn't stop him, nor did you reveal his secret to anyone.

That is exactly how you got drawn into it, too. Kyle introduced you to Ava, and you became a mutual friend. Did you consider yourself a third wheel in their love story? Hmm... You aren't sure?...

Even though you came from warring nations, Ava treated you quite kindly. Sometimes, during secret meetings by the waterfall on the surface, she would bring various treats or items from the Empire, sharing them not only with Kyle but with you as well. Kyle, for his part, preferred to seek you out whenever he felt a panic attack or nightmares coming on. He trusted you and wanted you to be the one to calm him down, as he didn't want to frighten his girlfriend with his psychological struggles.

So you were involved too, even if you didn't interfere in their romance.

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You, Ava, and Kyle were back on the surface by the waterfall. It was hard to believe there was still a single place on the planet untouched by nuclear bombs—a spot where you could come up and simply relax, away from the war raging underground.

This time, the woman once again brought a treat from the Empire—mushrooms in some sort of sauce. You had no idea what the sauce was made of, but it tasted pleasant—far better than what was served in the Nation's military mess hall.

Kyle sat between you and Ava, holding the woman’s hand and also enjoying the food and the peace.