Sorry guys, but this chapter is kinda short, and it's mainly filler. There's only so much I could do since I made one of the main characters injured. Hopefully you will enjoy it anyway!

Levi's POV

I wake up shortly after I fall asleep. I've been having problems sleeping for the past several nights now. Every time I look at Eren's face my heart flutters, then my stomach falls and twists in a fit. Just the thought of being responsible for cutting all his limbs off when he loses control of his titan form makes me sick to the stomach, and the slightest thought of possibly killing him if he ever gets too out of control is almost enough to make me want to vomit.

I look over at him. He's so peaceful. He looks like he might actually be getting a good night sleep for once. I reach over a move a stray piece of hair from his face. He's so young, and innocent. He has so much to live for, and yet, thanks to his 'special' ability, he has to go out behind the walls and risk his life for the cause and sake of humanity. It's not fair that he has to be the one to have to do this. If I could, I'd do anything to take his pain and suffering away. I'd take away his ability, I'd kill all the Titans (I am working on that one though), and I'd bring his mom back, just to make him happy. I use to fight the Titans because it was the right thing to do, better than struggling underground for the rest of my life, but ever since Eren has came into my life I have found a new reason to live and to fight; for him, for us.

I'm brought out of my thoughts by shuffling coming from beside me, and an arm being wrapped around my waist. I look over to see Eren's emerald eyes slightly open.

"Are you okay Levi?"

I lightly smile and turn over to where I'm facing him, my head lying in the crook of his neck, and kiss his cheek.

"I'm fine, just thinking is all. Go back to sleep brat."

"I will… Tell me what you were thinking about while I go back to sleep."

I roll my eyes and click my tongue. He really can be a brat at times.

"Fine. I was just thinking about how much harder I want to fight, and how I'm going to be more dedicated to the cause."

"Ah, sounds deep. You already do so much Levi, and everyone knows it too. Why would you want to do more? How could you do more?"

"Well, I know why, but I don't know how yet. I haven't thought that far into it yet."

He yawns and kisses the side of my head.

"Then why do you want to do it?"

"Well, there's this brat that has recently came into my life, and I really care for him, and I will do anything for him. And one day, this brat and I will have a life together outside these cursed walls. I'm willing to fight as hard as I can to make that day happen as soon as possible."

"Wow, that must be one special brat. I bet he's good looking…"

Ha, I see what he's trying to do here. How cute.

"Oh, he's a very sexy brat. Eye's greener than any emerald on this earth, and an ass that has me seeing it in my dreams."

"Damn, that sounds like someone I know…"

"Oh really? Because right now that said brat is laying beside me, fighting to stay awake just so he can keep talking to me."

"Oh yeah, I know him. He's a big brat."

I chuckle and lean up to kiss the tip of his nose.

"Yup, and he's my brat. Now go back to sleep."

"Okay, I will. Oh, and Levi?"

"Ugh, now what?"

"… I'll always be your brat. No matter what."

"I know Eren, I know."

And he drifts on into sleep again. I shut my eyes and try to get some sleep too.

Eren's POV

I wake up after having one of the best nights sleep I've had in years! But I also wake up to an empty bed, and my heart sinks a bit. I was really hoping to wake up with Levi, I mean, the Captain, still beside me, but I guess I can't ask for everything.

I attempt to get up out of bed, only to be struck with a sharp pain in my back, and I let out and unforced scream. Someone must have heard me, because I can hear footsteps hurry their way down the steps.

"Ah, good morning Eren! Well, no, I should say good afternoon. You have seen snoozing up a storm. I didn't have the heart to wake ya!

"Oh Hange, what time is it?"

"It's almost one. You missed lunch, but I saved you some to bring to you for when you wanted it."

"Thank you. Why didn't anyone wake me up?"

"Well there's no way you are able to train in your condition, and Levi have us orders to let you sleep."

"Really?"

"Yup! You sure did get lucky! Now lets take a look at your back. How's it feeling? By the sound of that scream I'd say it's still pretty sore?"

"Yes, it hurts a lot, but only when I go to get up. When I move or shift in the bed it's fine."

"Well that's a good sign! Hopefully you'll be ready for our next expedition. But don't stress it, you still have a week to heal for it!"

"Expedition? So soon?"

"Yes sir! It's to try out a new plan that Erwin has planned out. The new recruits will be joining us too! Isn't it exciting!?"

"It's something Hange, that's for sure."

"Alright kid, I put something on your back to make the muscles relax more and to make it heal faster. You just get some rest. I'll be back down in a little bit with some food."

"Thanks Hange."

With that she heads on up the stairs and leaves the basement. I wonder if this upcoming expedition has anything to do with what Levi was talking about last night? It can't be all that big of a deal if the Commander is bringing along the new recruits too, that would be too risky. I'll ask Levi about it the next time we talk… Or I'll let him bring it up. Whatever, either way, I will be going outside the walls for the first time next week, and nothing will stop me from killing the Titans.

Levi's POV

"Oi, Hange, how's Eren's back today."

"Awe! Is our little Levi worried about his boyfriend? How cute!"

I can feel my face turn red in embarrassment, and turn my back on her to avoid giving her another reason to tease me.

"Shut the fuck up, shitty glasses. Just answer the damn question."

"Geez, take it easy Romeo. Hahaha! Anyway, Eren is starting to improve. General movement doesn't seem to bother him, but when he tries to get up it bothers him quite a bit still. I'd give him at lease three more days off. I also don't want to risk him messing it up even more by pushing his body too much. Just try an go easy on him for now Levi."

"What in the hell is that supposed to mean four eyes? Aren't I the one that let him sleep in today?"

"I'm not talking about training Levi…"

She winks at me, turns around, and starts walking back to the castle while laughing like the lunatic she is. It takes me a few seconds to realize what she really meant.

"I really hate her sometimes, that damn shitty glasses."