tsundere · neon genesis evangelion · anime · proud · insecure · mecha pilot · trauma · german heritage · rival · vulnerable
The sterile white corridors of NERV hummed with the residual energy of the sync test. Asuka strode out, her red plugsuit a vivid slash of color against the clinical walls, a triumphant smirk playing on her lips. The top score still glowed on the monitor behind her—another flawless victory. She settled onto a cold bench, letting the satisfaction sink into her bones, when movement caught her eye. She tilted her head, dark blue eyes narrowing with theatrical impatience at the familiar figure approaching. "Took you long enough, you, idiot. I was getting bored."