Levi gets introduced to the castle...
And to Eren's bed~
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The Starting of New Things
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The castle was just like the others Levi had been in before. Two others to be exact but that doesn't matter. What mattered now was the fact that he was following his new and apparent master. For some reason the prince had chosen him and Levi couldn't fathom why. He also couldn't fathom why being a virgin or not had anything to do with his job. Though what irritated him more than the situation was the fact that Hanji had lied to him. She told him that this was going to be a cleaning job… He didn't expect to be a personal servant. What the hell do personal servants do anyway? Doesn't Hanji know I'm not really good with people? She's going to have me beheaded… Levi found himself wondering what possible tasks the prince would have him do. Cooking? Help him pick out what to wear? Education? Levi was frustrated. Maybe I'll have to clean the brats' room? He sighed. I really hope it's cleaning…
Everything in the Jaeger castle seemed very orderly to Levi's surprise. The other servants that worked here seemed to be doing their jobs. He didn't know for sure because he was following the prince… Eren had been gracious enough to personally show Levi the castle. He showed Levi where everything was and where all the rooms were. Levi had to make a mental note of everything, including the spaces that needed some major dusting.
In total, there were four floors and that's not including the underground. There was something special about this castle that seem inviting… The castle was like the other castles he had been in, yet it was different. Levi was impressed that there was a mass library with shelves that reached the ceiling and required tall ladders to reach. He was surprised at the land that the castle sat upon. It looked as though a forest had grown in what was presumed to be the backyard. There was even fertile ground for planting and farming which struck Levi was odd. Monarchs don't farm, that was something peasants or servants did. Would Eren want me to farm? No, I think not.
Besides farming, there were also farming animals, some of which Levi knew would be slaughtered for food one day. Levi wondered if he'd have to deal with the animals. He shrugged, he decided to give up on guessing what he was going to do. He just crossed his figures for cleaning and left it at that.
At least Levi didn't have to worry about exercising, hell the walk around the castle was sufficient. This whole time Levi had to carry his travelling bag which weighed probably twenty more pounds than it should. It seemed like the trip was near over when Eren led Levi into an extravagant room. Levi was sure this was the prince's room. It had what was to be expected, a main room where a couch sat proudly in front of the huge fireplace, a small library in the corner of the room complete with a nice dark brown desk, the bedroom was just beyond the set of double doors with a bed that Levi was positive that it was legitimately kings sized, and the best saved for last, a grand bathroom with a tub that looked like it could several people in it. Oh and then Eren showed him the balcony which had an excellent view of the setting sun. What Levi wasn't expecting was Eren said after they made it back into the bedroom, "So this is where you'll be staying. You can put your bag down now." Eren pointed to a wardrobe. "Your clothes can go in there."
Levi looked at Eren as if he said something foreign. Levi stood there for a whole minute in utter speechlessness before having the nerve to speak again. "I can… say here..?" Levi repeated as if to question what he heard was correct.
"Yes." Eren reassured Levi. "That's what I said… And I am going to see my parents for a while. Tomorrow, you will get to meet them so if you need to take a bath or something, I suggest you do so. Go ahead and get situated and whatnot as well." Levi watched as the prince dismissed himself. After hearing what the prince had said Levi thought that he for sure needed to clean out his ears. He knew he hadn't been hallucinating. He just… looked around the bedroom slowly. This room was surely made for someone of higher status than Levi… right? This was way better than any servant quarters by far. Maybe this was a luxury that personal servants acquired?
After setting his travelling bag down, Levi made his way to the wardrobe. He had seen them before yet he never used one. The wood was surely the best of quality, polished and sanded smooth so that you couldn't even get a splinter if you tried. The inside of the wardrobe was just as nice, plenty of room… no, actually too much room. Levi could literally put his bag in there and call it a day. He himself could even fit into this wardrobe along with his things. Levi grimaced at the thought. He took the liberty of putting his clothes away. He pulled out his small personal box. Big enough to put one of his feet in, it was a plain, light blue box. Levi had received it from one of the servants who raised him. Though, he hadn't ever opened it since he received the box. He stared at it for a moment before putting it into the wardrobe.
Picking out some night clothes to sleep in, Levi closed the wardrobe and walked back to the bathroom. As he entered the bathroom, he was in awe at how beautiful it was. A closer inspection showed that the basin was held up with smooth granite countertops. The cabinets below were filled with different kinds of soaps. Each soap has its own color as well as its own scent. Levi could honestly feel his lips pull up slightly at the sight. He selected the soap that he wanted to use and glanced to his left.
The rack that was to his left, which looked more like shelves, was stocked with fluffy, soft towels. Levi picked one up and immediately pulled it close to him. He didn't know why, but this made him very giddy. Levi set the towel down along with his clothes. Now, he gazed at the bathtub in all its glory. It was a rare sight to see a shower head at the top. It was connected with a lengthen hose. Levi had never actually seen one, nor used one before… So he settled for a bath for now. Levi knew he would have probably the best bath of his life as he turned the knob. Water poured out of the spout. It was nice and hot. Levi stripped off his clothes. He stepped into the bath and settled in comfortably.
Thank whatever gods… Levi thought as he sank lower into the tub. Levi didn't know what he did to deserve this. He was still baffled that he was soaking in this luxurious tub. He watched as the steam raise into the air and then vanish. Levi applied to soap to his skin, he lathered and rinsed out his hair, and by the time he came out of the bathtub he lightly pruned. Levi looked at himself in a mirror. His reflection showed him how much his hair shined, his strikingly beautiful grey eyes, how toned he was, and despite working as a servant; his porcelain skin.
After drying himself off and putting on his clean night clothes, Levi made his way into the bedroom. He rested his hand on the edge of the bed as if to test it was real. Once he got over the fact that the bed was indeed real, he climbed into the bed. Laying back onto the bed was a new experience for Levi. The bed was impossibly comfortable. He felt like he could melt into the bed. The blankets were warm, the pillows were stuffed with feathers and the bed… It was the best damn thing Levi had ever had the chance to lay on, let alone sleep on.
It was times like this that were peaceful. There was nothing to stress over right now. The room was quiet. Sleep would come soon at this rate. Levi curled into the blankets, pulling them up and settled them right under his chin. He didn't realize how tired he actually was. Levi was about to blow out the candle next to the bed when he suddenly heard a little click sound. Levi looked up and peered out of the bedroom.
"Going to sleep early?" The prince inquired.
Levi yawned first and then sat up quickly. He didn't want to seem ungrateful or rude, definitely not when he had a wonderful bath and this comfortable ass bed to sleep in. "Yes, my prince… Eren. I am indebted to your kindness. I cannot thank you enough for letting me stay here." Levi wasn't the type to be indebted to someone, he hated the feeling… but he knew he should be courteous. Eren could easily take this room away from him. Levi watched as the prince merely sat at the foot of the bed.
"I see you took a bath." Eren stated as he turned his head, looking back at Levi.
"You can tell?" Levi frowned. I hope I didn't smell terrible. "I promise you that I am a very tidy man. You'll never have to worry about me being filthy." Levi paused and then added, "I clean well. I do not mean to brag, but it is what I do the best."
Eren got up from where he was sitting, stretching his arms above his head in a casual manner. He made a hum in amusement. "Alright then, you can prove how good you are… I'll have you clean my room tomorrow." And then the silhouette of Eren turned, heading out of the room. Levi found himself slowly laying back down, getting comfortable in the bed once more. He heard the clicking of the door and assumed that it was Eren leaving. At least now Levi knew what he would be doing first thing tomorrow, even if it was cleaning the prince's room. Maybe then he could ask what other tasks he'd be doing.
Slowly, Levi felt himself drift to sleep. The bed was absorbing him, taking him to meet the Sandman. Levi closed his eyes. The bed shifted oh so slowly. Levi felt cold of a moment and then suddenly a lot warmer. It was a nice warmth, the kind that had Levi moving towards it.
"Goodnight, Levi." Levi could barely register whose voice it was but sure enough it came to him.
"Goodnight… Eren." Levi yawned. Who knew that the prince was so warm? Levi hadn't slept with someone in the same bed before… It was surprisingly comfortable… He felt like he was already dreaming… That this was all some crazy dream. Levi snuggled into his pillow, sleep was starting to take him again. There's no way the prince would be sleeping next to… And then he felt the prince move closer to him, his arm to be moving around Levi's waist. Levi flinched. Wait. What? Levi bolted into a sitting position and rubbed his eyes. He glanced over and sure enough, the prince was looking right back at him with his brows furrowed. "Wh-what is going on? Why are you sleeping next to me?"
Eren looked confused as he sat up slowly. He was in night clothing as well. "Because this is my room, obviously. I figured you'd be very grateful to accompany me. I mean, I don't mind sleeping next to you, so why should you?"
Those words struck Levi. Fuck. I should have known… This is his room. Now it all makes sense… "But Eren…" Levi said cautiously as he got out of the bed, "I couldn't possibly sleep next to you… I am merely a servant. Thank for considering me, your highness, but I wouldn't want to bother you… I will take a servant's room…" That's where I belong anyway…
"But what if there are no rooms available?" The prince mused. "Levi, just stay for the night." He paused and then added, "I get tired of being alone all of the time…" He pat the empty spot next to him, right where Levi used to be laying. "If it makes you feel any better, I will look into it tomorrow… Now get back into bed." There was a slight command in Eren's tone.
Now this wasn't a good situation for Levi, he didn't want to upset the prince yet… He didn't belong next to one… He had to come up with something quick… But what? Ah… I know… Levi bowed slightly. "If I may, I'll sleep on the couch. It is a compromise… So that way you're technically not alone… and I won't cause you any trouble."
What Levi said was really a good compromise, but the prince didn't look too happy about the idea. Eren sighed heavily, "Who said you were..?" Eren bit his lip, "Okay fine. You can sleep on the couch tonight…" Levi could barely see Eren frown. "Just don't regret saying that in the morning…"
Levi's brows furrowed, "What do you mean?"
There was a light chuckle from the prince, "Oh, you'll soon understand… you'll wish you would have slept with me. I will even bet you."
"Bets, my prince? You didn't strike me as that type, but I'll take on the bet."
Again the prince chuckled, "No regrets and goodnight, Levi. Enjoy the couch."
Levi nodded, "I'm sure I shall and I won't regret, don't you worry. Goodnight, Eren."
I'll show you, Eren… And while I am at it, I'll win that bet…
Just remember that I didn't have this edited. No beta for this one, so if there is any mistakes, please don't hesitate to tell me.
And it seems that many people want long chapters, thus weekly updates.
A heads up, I may not post another chapter of SMR until LWoF is over. I'm sorry. I just get VERY busy and it is hard to catch up.
Did anyone try reading this in an old fashioned british accent? :3