Eren Pov

Last night I had to clean up after Grisha's mess, the beer had only fallen off the kitchen counter because too close to the edge I wasn't anywhere near it; I had carefully remove, disinfect and then bandage my hands which isn't all that easy when you have to use the same hands to fix and it's in too much pain to move properly.

After cleaning up my father beat me until I passed out and he didn't go easy on me, I woke up on the kitchen floor shivering from the cold. I felt sick in my gut so I slowly made me way into the upstairs bathroom as I held my stomach with my arm and leaning against the wall with the other careful not to touch anything with my hands, I noticed my hands had blood seeping through the bandages and that I would need to change them again but it looks like I won't be heading to school today; I would prefer Levi doesn't see me like and believes I was just too embarrassed to face him.

I don't want him to feel sorry for me and pity my existence I would die before I allow that to happen, I had reached the toilet just in time as I had moved too much for my stomach to handle. I threw up everything I had as my stomach clenched forcing it all up my throat, there wasn't much in my stomach in the first place so I was dry heaving for most of it.

I slid down beside the toilet as the action exhausted me but the foul taste was left in my mouth so I managed to stand up and found some disposable gloves which was a real challenge getting them on my injured hands, I reached for the mouthwash and held it between my arms as I worked to gripping the bottle cap with my teeth and turned it until it popped off.

I spat the cap to the side as I lifted it up to pour into my mouth but the outcome was messy and I was glad for having the brains of wearing the gloves so the spilt liquid didn't burn my cuts, swishing the mouthwash about until I deemed it clean enough I spit it into porcelain sink watching the blue water run down the drain.

I don't know how long I'm going to last living like this, I always promised myself to endure it through high school and then I can leave but how can I leave when I have no money and no friends so how can I leave this life behind when I have nothing.

The tears flowed down my cheeks as I couldn't hold my feelings of despair in any more, I just want it all to end, I just wanted to be saved so why is it so hard for this one wish to come true.

...

I found out my first aid it no longer has any bandages and the only ones left were in the basement with all the other hospital supplies which I am glad we have otherwise I would have died from infection years ago; I grabbed the golden key from my father's desk but when I turned around I froze on the spot as my breathe was hitched in my throat.

Grisha was sitting in the corner asleep by the window and I had just casually walked in, He was meant to be at work so why is he still here; he must have gotten too drunk and passed out. Oh god I have to be careful as to how I hide my presence, I quietly snuck out of the room and closed the door.

I unlocked the old wooden door with the golden key, opening it up and flicking the light switch on the side before making my way down the creaky stairs. I glanced around trying to remember which cabinet had the stock of bandages, walking over to the top right cabinet upon remembering and I had to stretch to grab a box of them so I wouldn't have to come down here anytime soon.

I would have to return the key back in its original spot before Grisha wakes up, turning around with my eyes on the box a strong hand gripped my shoulder tight causing my head to shoot up and lock eyes with teal green 'the same as mine' just before a sharp metal was embedded into my neck.

Slowly the light faded as my body slumped to the ground and the only thing existing was the darkness.

...

Levi Pov

"Erwin... please I can't stand letting him live in that house any longer" I begged as my colleague and old friend listened to me on the other end of the call.

"Levi.. do you have substantial proof of domestic violence and abuse?"

"Of course I do, I have video's and photos. Once we have Eren he can even testify against him if that wasn't enough but I am damn well sure it is." I argued wanting to hurry the exchange.

"Alright I'll meet you around 6:30 am and we will head there together, I'll have the police informed of the matter" 'click'

I couldn't go to sleep as every time I tried his face would appear and the anger resurfaced, instead I forgot about going to sleep as I decided to organize the files and paperwork so I wouldn't have to do afterwards.

I can only imagine how it will all go down tomorrow and so I need to have a clear mind and sort out my feelings in order to control my emotions.

...

Morning came around and I had everything ready to keep Grisha locked away for a long time, as I had showered and dressed to refresh my mood; Erwin picked me up in his car and we drove off.

Parking across the street as Erwin pointed out the unidentified police vehicle we then spent the next few hours watching the quiet house for any suspicious activity or until Grisha leaves the house but unfortunately no one left in fact there was no sign indicating anyone was in there; I got worried as it was past the time Eren should have left to go to school but I remembered that with his hands injured there was no chance he could leave.

Erwin had checked the hospital if Grisha had arrived but even they informed him that the man was late, I feared the worst as my stomach sunk as if something has happened. I threw myself out of the car and ran to the house, the door wasn't even locked as I slammed it open with the police and Erwin in tow. They were most likely trying to stop me but now that I'm inside there was no going back.

I ran through the house in a panic as the cops raised their armed guns while searching the rooms, my heart was beating so loudly it blocked Erwin's voice from my ears as the blood pumped through my veins ready to attack.

I checked upstairs with 2 men which we found a track of blood droplets across he hallways and a few rooms, we followed it back downstairs which lead us to an old door. Most definitely the basement and as I gripped the door knob I yanked it back as I felt a sticky substance.

"Blood" it must be from Eren's hands, oh god I hope it's only his hands.

I was suddenly forced away from the door as the police took over and I didn't protest as I myself wasn't sure how I would react upon facing the man, I willingly followed the police behind them as they made their way down the stairs with gun's pointing at the one direction.

"Put your hands above your head and turned around!"

"Step away from the boy!"

"Move!"

"Now!"

My eyes felt deceived at the sight of Eren laying on the floor unconscious with bandaged arms, my body moved on it's own as I ran to his lifeless body; crouching down beside him and lifting his head as I felt for a pulse along his neck. I sighed as the familiar pattern of Eren's blood pumped against my finger, I let out a few tears without realizing.

I could see out of the corner of my eye the culprit who has tormented and tortured this sweet boy as his face never stopped smiling even as they pulled him out of the house, I carried Eren's small weak body in my arms outside so the ambulance could reach him. Erwin allowed me to go with them back to the hospital with him and I didn't protest.

There was no need for surgery or anything as they informed me his life was not in danger so there was I sitting in the guest chair beside Eren's unconscious bruised body as I watched the nurse tend to his hand's which were in even worse shape that I thought, The doctor's said he must have been given a drug to put him to sleep but they will have to wait until they receive the blood test results back from the lab.

Erwin joined me as he brought me food since I forgot to eat breakfast and it was now well into the afternoon so I have even skipped lunch, I was too immersed in worrying about the brat there was no time for me to think about food.

"Worrying will get you nowhere and if you pass out before Eren wakes up who will be able to help him through this just because you refuse to eat" to be lectured at my age is not something to be proud of.

I reluctantly ate the sandwiches from the cafeteria which don't taste all that great, Erwin informed me of the progress form the lab.

"It turns out that drug cannot be identified and I even gave Hanji the tests but even though she wasn't able to discover it she believes his results are very similar to those of her patients and so we should keep on eye on him" Erwin explained as I finished my meal.

"Le...vi?" Erwin and I snapped our heads to the side as we watched Eren slightly shift in the bed and lifting his arm to cover his eyes from the intruding bright line shining down on him, I rushed to his side clasping his other hand in mine as I reassured him.

"I'm here Eren, you're safe now" I gently squeezed his hand only enough to not cause him pain.

"What happened to me?" he looked around the room and caught sight of Erwin which caused him to lean over to me, that did make me happy deep inside but I shouldn't it show otherwise it would be rude.

"Eren you were passed out and injured in your basement, your dad cannot touch you anymore"

His teal green eyes sparkled at my words but I could distinguish the hint of doubt inside them, I don't blame him for feeling that way.

"Eren how long was it been going on for?" He shied his eyes away with a saddened expression.

"I didn't want you to find out, only you" tears welled up in his beautiful eyes as they started dripping down his cheeks leaving wet trails along his soft tan skin.

"Eren don't worry you don't have to tell me anything, okay?" I spoke softly as if my words could harm him if spoken to loud.

I wrapped my arms around him in an embrace as he cried into my neck.