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Levi's POV

I sit silently, waiting at the reserved table. The diner was quiter than usual, but the seats seemed to be less comfortable. I shifted in the chair and sighed in annoyance. Because once again I'm the first one to arrive for the so called 'social gathering' with my annoying ass co-workers. A waitress came by to ask if I wanted anything, but I politely shook my head, clearly fine with the fancy lemon water I got. The woman nodded and moved on to another table, leaving me with my thoughts and inspections of how clean this resturant really was.

After what seemed to be years later, the boss Erwin showed up. Standing to greet him, I notice a young brunette tailing behind him. I stepped closer to get a better look and that's when it hit me. That boy is Eren? Erwin's boyfriend, Eren. What the hell was this guy doing with a kid who looked 12? I blinked and looked away when realizing I have been staring since he'd walked in. Erwin's footsteps were quiet, so I didn't know he was behind me until he spoke with his usual deep and very manly voice. "Good to see you could make it, Levi." He stated, and I turned around to see an outstretched hand. I couldn't worry about germs right now, so I grab and shook it slowly. Erwin then turned to the brunette, a very tight, possesive hand snaked around his waist. "This is Eren, I believe I have mentioned him to you before." I nodded in Eren's direction, but all he did was give me a shy smile and look away. He looked so uncomfortable. Something about this kid struck me as odd. Maybe it was the fact that he was younger than he thought he would. Pretty soon after that, though, other's started to fill the table. Oluo and Petra, Hanji, Mike and others from their small work team. It was all laughter after that, and I did my best to tune out all of the chatter.

I want to be home, away from everyone. It's so stressing talking to people, trying to please them and smiling. It doesn't seem I'm the only one who feels this way. Eren, next to Erwin and across from me at the table is silent, looking down to his lap with a small frown. Wouldn't some kid his age be on their phone or something? Well, this is a semi-formal dinner. It would be kind of rude. Good for him for being respectful. I stop myself when I realize I'm fucking complimenting this kid. What was wrong with me? I can't stop staring at him either.

I clear my throat and join in on the conversation that was currently happening, saying the first bullshit that came to mind. Something about this all just made me feel kind of uneasy. I haven't been laid in a while, that must be it. I admit it, yeah, the Eren kid is kind of cute. And maybe my type when it comes to looks. Shut up, I know what you're thinking. I'm not going to hit on him. I'd risk losing my job and feeling even more shittier than I do everyday. Hanji was still talking, now about Erwin and Eren.

"How'd you manage to get this one, Erwin!? He's so cute!" Before I knew it, Hanji was out of her chair, and reaching across the table to grab a hold of Eren's cheeks to squeeze them. It was a bit of a surprise to see him practically panic and shove her away with wide and shaking eyes. He scooted his chair back and looked back at Erwin before getting up and walking to the bathroom. If I'm seeing things, I swear I could see fear? It's the first time I've seen him look Erwin in the eyes tonight, and why did he look like that? He didn't even give anyone a chance to say anything before walking off.

Erwin looked like he gave literally no shits about what happened. His boyfriend was clearly upset about something, enough to walk off like that without saying anything. He only resumed their conversations with a small "Sorry about that, he's kind of a drama queen." Something about the words really pissed me off. So I got up on my own to go to the bathroom to check on the shitty brat on my own. Everyone looked at me shocked, but I couldn't care less. Erwin still looked normal, his eyes only following me as I left. It left me with a slight shiver down my back, but I ignored it for now.

I opened the bathroom door, to immediately be met with the sound of light sobbing. Jeez, maybe Erwin was right? Why was he crying over being touched on the cheek. Especially by Hanji. Maybe her eccentricness scared him. What a hilarious thought. "Hey, Eren. Which stall are you in? Are you okay?" I could hear the sobbing quickly halt to a stop, and a few sniffles after that.

"I'm...Fine. I just..don't want to be here." His voice cracked as he spoke, and it really made me wonder if the cheek grabbing was all this was.

I knew what stall he was in now, from his feet touching the floor. So I stood in front of and knocked a couple times. "Then, tell Erwin that. I'm sure he'll take you home."

Another fit of sobs come from the other side of the door, and I'm left shocked. "I don't want to be there either!" His voice was definitely louder than before, and the words were mushed together from his crying. Maybe he's with Erwin for his money? It's always a thought. He has a nice job, with a nice pay. So of course it might attract some gold diggers. But something really pulls me back from thinking that. He sounds afraid of something.

The stall unlocks, and he opens it, to reveal his tear streaked face. It looked terrible. Especially with.. That on his face. It was a bruise. Covered up with makeup but it was rubbed off, and it looked more patchy now. It was a very bright red purple. It looked so painful. I don't know what to do. Other than stare with a blank face as I tried to register what the hell I'm seeing. Eren is in an abusive relationship with Erwin? Since when?

I let a curious hand come out to grab his chin to move it so I could see the bruises better. It looks so terrible. How the hell could someone do something like this to someone? "Is there more of this?"

"Y-Yes...I used to think I'm okay with it, but after this..I don't know anymore. It's been so long. I'm tired." He looked a bit calmer now, but it didn't stop him from looking up to me with wide eyes. "Please, please don't tell Erwin I told you...I don't know what he'd do." His eyes casted downward. "I know I'm probably going to get beat for spending so long in the bathroom with another guy, and for creating a scene like that. I'm so stupid." He sniffled as he tried not to cry again. He took a few deep breaths, before wiping his face with a pained look. He moved out of the stall, and around me to look in the mirror. He pulled a small thing of makeup, and he applied it evenly to the affected areas. It was covered up well. Too well. I wonder how long he's been doing this.

I wonder how long before I fucking kick Erwin's face in? How could he do this? I considered going to the cops for a minute, but Eren seemed pretty serious about Erwin not figuring out. For now, all I can do is...Absolutely fucking nothing.

I reach into the pocket of my suit jacket, and pull out my small notebook and a pen. I write down my number and tear it off. I hold it out, and wait for him to take it. He looks up to me with a small frown. "You know I can't take this right? If Erwin finds this he'll be angry."

I sigh, and shove it into his pocket myself. "You fucking take this. Or I'll call the police. I want you to call me whenever you feel like you're in trouble. Or if you need help leaving his ass. Which I strongly advise you to do. Eren, you can't live like this."

"You don't think I know that!?.." He snapped for a moment, but he took a deep breath. "Erwin.. He loves me. He protects me. I just... Have to deal with the bad too right? I'm fine.. It isn't that bad anyway. I...I'm happy." What a fucking lie.

I'm about to say something, more like yell it. But the door of the restroom opens. I don't immediately look over, until Eren snapped up and looked absolutely terrified. Damn it. It's fucking Erwin. I turn around slowly, to see this guy with the shadiest smile I've ever seen. I want to knock his teeth in his throat.

"You guys sure have been in here for a while. Girl talk, huh?" He laughed and his smile dropped. "Levi, I hope you understand, that he's not available. I'll be more than happy to set you up with someone. How about Mike?"

"No, fuck you. I'm not going after your little boyfriend. I came in here to lecture his ass about how rude it is to stomp off like a little shit." I cross my arms, and give Eren a small questioning look before stepping out of the way.

"Oh. Well, maybe I should give a lecture too. Can I have a word alone with my boyfriend?" He winked and gave another disgusting smile. I have no other choice than to leave. I don't want him to know I know about this just yet. I hold the door open to walk out making complete eye contact with Eren. I mouth 'call me' before the door shuts in front of me.