#abnegation!reader

You know Tobias before you both turn 16 since you were born Abnegation

Even though he’s never around, you think he deserves a friend

It takes a while to get Tobias talking but you soon realize he’s a sweetheart

You become best friends at age 12 and begin hanging out at the Eaton house

Unbeknownst to you, Tobias appreciates your company since his father doesn’t bother him (or hit him) when you’re around

Tobias doesn’t come around your house often, when he does, Marcus joins him

The friendship between you is calm and safe, Tobias grounds you and you give him confidence

Tobias opens up about losing his mother (even though you already knew) and how it felt and that was when you knew he was a keeper (lifelong friend)

Nobody understands how you two manage to be such good friends because you’re light and positive, while Tobias is the epitome of dark and pessimistic

Your mum calls you two the sun and moon (Tobias being the moon)

Something always irks you about Marcus, you don’t feel too comfortable around him and are thankful he allows you and Tobias to go into Tobias’ room

Tobias sometimes hints that Marcus isn’t a good father, but he always changes the subject quickly

You nickname him Tobi (pronounced toe-bee) and he claims to hate it

By the time you’re 16, Tobias tells you everything (except that Marcus is abusive)

He tells you how he wants out of Abnegation and you confide in him, saying you agree

Neither of you admit which faction is the most appealing to you but it’s like you know you’re going to get separated

After the Aptitude test, Tobias begins to act weird despite getting Abnegation

You tell him you got Abnegation too (you lied, you got Amity)

“Hey, don’t worry about what happens tomorrow. We’re life-long friends... even if we end up in different factions. I’m always here.” (You)

“I’m not worried about that, I’m worried I won’t leave.” (Tobias)

“If you need to, do it. Don’t even think about me. Think about yourself and you only. You’ll be the one who will have to live with your choice.” (You)

“Are you telling me to be selfish?” (Tobias)

“Yes, Tobi. Be selfish.” (You)

It comes as no surprise that Tobias doesn’t choose Abnegation, but his choice of Dauntless startles you a bit... he’s never seemed to be like the Dauntless

When you choose Amity, you find his eyes in the crowd of black before you look toward your family

There’s understanding in his brown eyes, he knew you had to do it and you knew he had to get out too

The next time you see Tobias is a whole year later when he’s bringing iniaties to the gate

It was purely based on chance you were there and you two didn’t get to speak, but it was nice to see him

You don’t see Tobias again after that... until the attack on Abnegation

You wouldn’t lie, you were worried sick about your old friend and couldn’t stop yourself from hugging him

He looked so different, taller definitely, wider too... he felt like a grown man

“What-- Y/N?” (Tobias)

“Oh my god, Tobi, it’s so good to see you!” (You)

“My name’s Four now,” (Tobias)

The look in his eyes tells you he means it, so you begin calling him the strange name of “Four”

“Hi, Four... I was worried about you, who’s this?” (You)

“Tris, this is Y/N... an old friend.” (Tobias)

“I didn’t know he had friends, it’s so nice to meet you.” (Tris)

“You look familiar, were you in Abnegation by chance?” (You)

“Yea, switched to Dauntless.” (Tris)

You don’t see Tobias around much after your reunion but you do get to know Tris, she turns out to be nice and you enjoy her company

“Four was definitely quiet when we were younger...” (You)

“Yea, I noticed that. He’s outspoken even though he doesn’t speak much.” (Tris)

That made a lot of sense to you, he still felt like your best friend but he definitely didn’t blend into the walls of any room

When the Erudite come to Amity, you’re with Four

It’s chaotic as everyone runs around to change and blend in

You give Four pointers on how to seem like an Amity

“Why’re you helping me?” (Tobias)

“Dumb question, you’re my friend, that’s why. Head up, don’t meet their eyes, but smile. A real smile, T.” (You)

“Thank you, should I laugh for no reason?” (Tobias)

“Yea, now, oh my god! That’s hilarious,” (You)

“You didn’t lie when you said you’d be here for me even if we split up.” (Tobias)

“Of course I didn’t, we’re life-long friends buddy.” (You)

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