Sorry it took a while -.-

I also apologize if I have wrong grammar, tenses, usage of vocabulary, and repetition of words, but of course I will try my best to improve myself ^_^

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And so, here it is ^_^

Shingeki no Kyojin does not belong to me. Cause if it does, Petra wont die, and those who are like Annie or is on the other side, will be redeemed and everyone will have a happy ending. ^_^

Chapter 9: Déjà Vu

Year 2013, Autumn

After a successful interview, the group head to their usual practice room. This time, now that the tension is gone, their practice became better and much livelier. They did not even make a mistake. The next day, everyone is given a break for the whole day, then a final practice including a dress rehearsal for all the performers.

Squad41, along with the other new artists are to perform first while the old ones are positioned at the last. However, because of Squad41's instant fame, they are to present last among the beginners to give them a chance. Petra and the group, except for Levi, are all excited to perform and to meet the other singers. They quickly befriend the other artist, most of them finding Petra adorable, and praises Levi and the group for having a sweet angel with them.

Finally after all the problems that passed the group, the performance day arrives. Their excitement got mixed with nervousness and negative thoughts of "what if I slip, forgot a step or do the wrong routine". However Levi encourages them not to worry so much about it, and if ever one of them does, they will improvise for that person. Fortunately, no mistake happened and even got a big applause from the audience.

After their performance, Squad41 and the other rookies decides to stay backstage to watch the other's presentation, while Levi goes back to their male members' dressing room. But as he goes there, he is approached by a rose-pink haired woman and tells him she needs to talk to him privately.

"I don't talk "privately" to just anyone", Levi tells her with his usual bored expression. "Are you fan? Do you have an I.D. to be here?" he says as he looks around the staff for answers, why a fan got inside where the dressing rooms are, but receives a shrug.

Annoyed, the woman places her hands on her hips and says, "Please check your phone for answers. I'm pretty sure Petra-chan texted you a few days ago".

With that said, Levi remembers the text the woman talks about, as well as the time he asked Petra about it. "Didn't Petra talk to you?"

"She did", the woman says, "But I usually do what I have decided to do, and that is to talk to you". She then hears a voice she recognizes and quickly pulls Levi inside one of the dressing rooms nearby, telling the staff to stall Petra as well. The staff, terrified of how the woman said it, followed her.

As soon as they enter the room, Levi quickly recognizes the room as Petra's, because of the used paper plates with icings. He sits on the chair where Petra's bag is and crosses his legs and arms, waiting for the woman to talk. He does not trust her yet, for she might just be an obsessed crazy fan, but he's here now, might as well listen if this is true or not.

The woman sits on the chair near her, facing him with a smile, and says, "You probably remember the message now. My name is Hana Harukawa. And like the message, I came here to talk to you about my cousin".

Even with such a short amount of time, Petra easily got close with the other singers and was glad they were nice. All of them went back together to their designated dressing rooms, however the staffs all went to them and asks them random questions, mostly Petra. But despite being stalled by the staffs, she was able to ditch them, along with her new singer friends.

As she make her way to her dressing room, her eyes widens to see the person coming out of the room. She runs towards her to grab her, but got even more shocked when she saw Levi behind.

"You-you-you!" Petra says looking and pointing back and forth at Levi and Hana but decides to pull Hana towards the exit and interrogates her of what she talked about with Levi. Hana sighs and explains to her that she only made sure that Levi won't break her heart, which he promised he won't. She also tells her that she has to personally talk to him to know if he's lying or not, thankfully she was not disappointed.

"Don't worry, Petra-chan", Hana says with a kind smile, "I won't bother Levi-san anymore, since he gave his word. Also, from now on, if you have problems go to Levi, alright? I think I trust him now after talking to him. Anyways, I gotta go home now, still have some laws to memorize". She kisses Petra on her cheeks and says goodbye.

Petra watches her from afar, to make sure she leaves safely even if she knows Hana can take care of herself. She thanks the heavens for making Hana realize that Levi is a nice man as she walks back to her dressing room. Although at the same time, she hope Levi does not think of her as a liar because of Hana's sudden appearance and believing her that she already fixed her cousin's doubtfulness of him.

Because of their unbeatable reign as the number one most popular music on the country, Squad41 continue performing on stages and wins October's Music month award. After that the group is given few weeks of rest and was told to expect the group's song, and the group itself, to be nominated in L Music Awards. But before they begin their mini vacation, Erwin reminds them to be down to earth as popularity can fall as fast as they have risen, which they all agree to keep in mind. However those weeks are not as peaceful to some of them.

Pictures of Levi and Petra with different people keep on surfacing throughout the internet, which some netizen claims they got tired of each other and starts cheating, while some defends the singer couple. However, both Levi and Petra says that the pictures were a misunderstanding especially the two famous ones: Levi, caught with a woman alone in a room and Petra, affair with Starlight's President.

Levi explains that the woman he was with was Petra's cousin, and confronted him to make sure he won't toy with Petra, which of course he wouldn't. Petra approves Levi's response and even brought her cousin and her cousin's boyfriend as a proof to stop the rumors about Levi being a play boy.

Meanwhile, Petra clarifies that her relationship with the President of the company she works at is nothing more than friends. They are not dating nor in an affair. The reason why she was at Arlert's Coffee with the President was to surprise Hanji with the cakes she's craving and bugged him to buy her. They were laughing because Hanji keeps on annoying him and threatens him she won't stop until she has the cakes. And so, she brought him to Arlert's Coffee to help him pick the cakes Hanji likes.

Then again, despite the gossips about them breaking up and cheating, Levi and Petra tells the media they trust each other and knows both of them is not the kind that would cheat. But even though they already clear the rumors, there are still netizens who would not believe their answer and continue stating their perceptions.

Irritated of the ongoing pictures with negative comments, Erwin decides to track it down, only to find out that it was uploaded from the company's computer in the Employee's Lounge Room. Hanji, declaring herself as the detective of the company, concludes that the culprit is among the staffs since most pictures were taken in the company, especially the one with Petra's cousin. Also, most of their agenda's are only visible to the member's personal staffs and those higher. And so, Erwin summons Squad41 with Mike and Hanji, and warns them to keep a watchful eye towards their personal staffs. However, upon hearing the news, Auro informs them that his make-up artist usually uses the computer they mentioned, making them call in the said person. They ask her of it and quickly got a hint of what is happening. She tells them that they are asking the wrong person, but then recalls Tyler telling her that he uploaded a picture on that computer, the day before the kissing picture of Levi and Petra was leaked. And like Auro's make-up artist, they quickly contact him and ask him about it as well. He tells them that he did, however the picture is different. The picture he uploaded was him, with Squad41, aside from Levi, with the caption, "Finally got a picture with them! Sadly Levi was not around at the moment". Because of that, they have all their personal staffs as the suspect again. However, during the month of Christmas, Hanji's luck kicks in and they finally have an official suspect for the culprit.

Year 2013, Winter

Levi sees a man standing alone in a graveyard; the whole place a bit hazy but clears after a second. With everything recognizable, he realizes the man is him and stands in front of a gravestone. Then his focus changes towards the gravestone. "Petra Ral?" his thought reads the name engraved out loud, filled with confusion and a slight fear. Suddenly he sees himself again, flashing after he read the name. Again it happens, but now its feathers, then a hand reaching out for it.

"Promise…" a male voice said, which he thinks is him, as the feathers fall down on a hand in slow motion. "…protect… I… wait…"

Then as the wind blows, Patra's face, smeared with blood as she looks up the sky, flashes fast in his vision causing his fear to risen. Then he sees and hears feet of horses, running as if they are being chased. Then he sees men, their back facing him, throwing a big baggage wrapped in a dirty beige cloth and tied with ropes. From the men's back, his view focuses on what they threw and reveals to be a body, an unconscious person with blood on the face and blonde hair. However as the body fall and stumble on the ground, Petra face appears on his mind, looking intensely terrified and disoriented at whatever she sees. He doesn't even have a time to comprehend what is happening, except the fact that he was on a different location again.

From Petra's zoomed face, his fear quickly refills its bar to its heights, as his sight witnesses the reason why Petra shows such expression. She is chased by a huge giant female, whose muscles tissues are exposed and appears very fierce. He sees her looking at the giant with the same expression as she tries to move farther from it. And as he watches, his whole body was surrounded with excessive anxiety and fear, while his voice keeps shouting her name as loud as possible again and again. However, it seems futile, seeing the giant move its leg and positions its foot, his mind already foresees what's coming next. But still he shouts her name, hoping she will be able to hear it. Again and again, he calls out her name, telling her to move fast as his mind tries to form ideas for her to escape the monster. But like his prediction, it is already too late.

"Petra!" Levi shouts, his body automatically sits up, his eyes full of fear and a hand reaching out. His eyes then blink while his stretched hand slowly drops on his lap, now aware that it was a dream. His features return to his usual as his other hand feels the rapid beating of his heart. "Hn. What a weird dream", he says quietly, underneath the city lights coming from his clear glass window, though his pulse contradicts him. He looks at his alarm clock and thought, 'Still early, time to sleep again' then lies down. He closes his eyes, trying to go back to sleep, but is unable to. 'Annoying dream', he thought and decides to just take a bath and start his day very early than planned.

Levi bows down to each staff he comes across with as he enters the photo shoot session of Petra for Hanji's clothing brand. He asked Mike to see Petra's schedule and was glad to know that her last agenda is the pictorial of Hanji's new designs. He made his way through the staffs and whispers not to tell Petra. He walks in where it's taking and smirks, seeing Petra pose fiercely with a glass sword. He stands beside the photographer, since Petra is focused on her modeling, and asks him how many shots are left till she's done for the day.

"Just two more and she's all yours", he says, teasing Levi a bit, and then orders Petra to look at him.

Surprise was quickly found in her eyes when she turns her head towards the photographer. Her eyes caught a smirking Levi beside him, and were praised by the photographer for her natural surprised look causing her to smile shyly. And with that smile, the photographer declares a job well done for her and the staffs.

Petra then greets Levi with a bright smile and a light kiss on his cheeks while Levi tucks her hair behind her ears. She and Levi then go to her dressing but Levi is pushed outside by Hanji, along with Tyler.

Levi leans on the wall beside the door of Petra's dressing room, while Tyler stands on the other side. It was quiet the whole time, both not minding it, though from time to time Levi would observe him from the corner of his eyes. He senses how his defense is high and how he appears prepared for any question regarding the past occurrence he had with Hanji. It's obvious he knows everyone's eyes are on him, which is why he seems a bit withdrawn, according to Petra. He doesn't even understand why Petra shows concern towards him, even though she claims he is a nice friend and says he's like Erd, Gunther and Auro. It's not that he's jealous; it's just that he knows this guy is surrounded by a mysterious aura.

Just as he decides to speak, Petra comes out of the room with her black and white bag and apologizes to the both of them for taking a bit long. Although Hanji is keeping a close watch on Tyler, she can't help but laugh at their rivalry towards Petra's attention, since both of them replied at the same time to Petra's apology.

Levi glares at him, Hanji laughs, Tyler smiles kindly at Levi while patting his head and Petra sighs. Levi shoves away his hand and Petra pulls him away, while Hanji continues to laugh at them and Tyler wishes them to take care on their date.

When they got on Levi's car, Levi informs her that his mother wants her to eat dinner with them later at their restaurant. Petra got a bit startled and told him he should've told her earlier so she could have prepared. However Levi tells her that she looks perfect already with what she's wearing; making her blush though she quickly shakes it off. But suddenly she feels nervous, having the thought that she would be meeting his parents, she began asking Levi questions about them. Noticing her uneasiness, he tells her not to worry too much since her mother knows her when she was little. She became confuse with what he said but thought that maybe what he meant was before they died in the plane crash, and so she did not ask anything about it but tells him she'll try her best to calm down. Levi saw a bit of confusion, but since she didn't say anything about it, he let it pass as well.

Levi's mother greets them warmly and escorts them inside. His mother praises Petra for growing up as a pretty young lady, and then tells her some history about their restaurant. Petra was actually fascinated with its history and even mentions that Levi might be very cute when he was little, which confuses his mother. He catches his mother's eyes and telepathically tells her Petra has forgotten, making her remember the interview.

Petra is surprised that there are no fans around asking her and Levi for an autograph, which his mother explains that she forbids it and wants their restaurant to be a place where everyone can dine peacefully and if there are some, she would warn them unless they want to be kicked out. She also tells her that that is the reason why most celebrities eat at Revaille's.

As soon as her husband comes to joins them, they all began eating. Eleanor tells them that she was so happy after she watched the interview but was disappointed her son didn't say anything about her. Levi's father then says how proud he is of Levi and claims that his little boy is already man, making Levi sigh and Petra giggle.

The conversation is not bad, as what Petra thought. She really did enjoy talking to Levi's parents, especially his mother. However, his mother, full of joy and excitement, got displeased and saddened when she asks Petra of her parents. Petra tells them they have both passed away long ago, surprising the Rivailles. Petra sees the sadness in their eyes and quickly asks their forgiveness for ruining such a wonderful night.

"It's alright, dear", Levi's mother said, "I was just surprised. You see your mother and I were like sisters. I didn't really expect her to meet such misfortune". She sighs, breathing in and out the joyful memories she had with Laura. She smiles kindly at Petra, touches her hands and says, "I am also sorry, for asking about them. I didn't mean to bring up sad memories and cause a sour atmosphere". She let go of her hands and places her hands on her waist, smiling as lively as she can, though her sorrow is obvious. She wants to know what happened, but she might just make the atmosphere worst and knows she is not ready to know everything in details. "Well, it's still early so I suggest you two to hang around here, as Levi can tour you in our house upstairs, or have a stroll under the stars". She bids them to enjoy their evening, and then leaves with her husband to go to the Employees Lounge Room.

Understanding the unfortunate news she brought, she says sorry to Levi, knowing that he already read the whole scene. Levi hugs and kisses her on top of her head saying, "Don't worry. Okaa-san is just surprised. For now, let's forgot about that happening and just enjoy ourselves, alright?"

Petra nods with a smile, but Levi's senses are as sharp as a newly made sword, "Petra, you are aware that I can see through you isn't it?"

"Oh. Um... hehehe…" Petra says then sighs, feeling hopeless and wonders why she even tried to fake her smile in front of him.

Levi sighs, then pulls her and chooses to tour her in his old house to renew her mood. As he tours her, he explains that though they renovated the restaurant a lot of times, they made sure their house upstairs remains intact as it holds precious memories to him and his parents.

"Your parents made a good decision keeping your house", Petra says, admiring her surroundings and getting Levi's attention. "This house is a place you can return to and call home".

"I know", Levi says using his normal tone and tightens his hold on her hand, but not too tight to hurt her. "But I already planned on making my own home", he continues, noticing the blush on her face.

After a few more minutes, Levi's old room became the final destination of their tour. As they enter, Levi cannot help but feel nostalgic. He remembers how he always tries to act independent but ends up needing the help of his mother and, how he and Petra used to nap together in this room. He let go of Petra's hand and climbs on his bed while he watch her examine his room. He lies down facing her with his right hand supporting his head. As he watches her, he can't help but to find her adorable and amusing, though he wears a very calm and composed face.

Petra on the other hand, notices the blue bear sitting on a chair. She recognizes it because it was a famous children show when she was young. She picks it up and giggles like a child receiving a gift. Then she stands and explores his room as if she's on a treasure hunt. However, feeling Levi's gaze observing her every move, she quickly sits on the chair where she took Francis and hugs it.

"You know, you're very fun to watch", Levi says, his eyes on her. "You're like a child, full of curiosity about everything" he continues making Petra pout while he smiles at her shyness that was not present in the past. "It reminds me of our childhood"

Petra can see his longing and so she sits on the floor beside his bed. She places the bear beside him, his eyes questioning her, and then she leans on his bed with her head resting on her arms. "You really are a genius Levi", she smiles at him, "To think that you remember everything from when you were young amazes me. Sometimes I wish I could remember them as well, so I can share those memories with you".

He stretches his free hand and pats her head with a genuine smile on his face. "I can tell you everything if you want"

"Don't", she says honestly, "I want to remember them by myself. I want to surprise you"

"It's not a surprise now, since you've told me your plan", he yawns, "Say, Petra, is it alright if I take a nap? I woke up earlier than expected because of a weird dream".

"Of course! This is your room anyways", she says, though she appreciates he asked her instead of just dozing off.

"Are you sure?"

"Yes, don't worry it's alright. Just rest now so you'll be able to drive well later"

"Thanks, Petra", he says grateful of her understanding. "By the way, you can do whatever you want as I nap. I mean you can leave and walk around if you want, look at whatever you want to look at in this room or you can join my nap", he pats the space beside him, causing Petra to blush and hide her face behind the bear.

"I-I-I think I'll just look around", she says and turns the chair around so she faces his desk.

"Suit yourself", he says as he lays his head on his pillow. "Though you're still welcome to join me", he adds with a smirk, then slowly closes his eyes.

"J-j-just sleep Levi", she says, flustered at his teasing, but realizes he's already asleep when she did not hear a reply. She waits for a few minutes, just to make sure he's really sleeping, and then opens a drawer of his desk. She sees a folded paper and hesitantly unfolds it, since Levi allowed her to do whatever she wants. She feels nostalgic as her eyes scan the drawing, her lips automatically forming an affectionate smile. It is a drawing of her and Levi and a pink bear named Ms. Rose, along with other simple things a child would draw. She reads the note saying, "Mama and Levi-chan's mom are best frends. Petra and Levi-kun are best frends too. Ms. Rose too. And we all play togeder. And live hapily ever after", which makes her more flattered than what she feels. She guesses Levi drew it before, making her instantly proud of his intelligence for having only a few errors. She decides to take a picture of it as a remembrance, then thought of something playful yet sweet, she could send Levi later. She giggles at it but sets her mind to accomplish it.

Slowly and carefully like a sneaky thief, she climbs his bed, positions herself beside him along with the bear in the middle, does a peace sign near her face while her other hand is extended far holding her phone. She smiles cutely then clicks the camera button on her cellphone. She checks the picture and giggles, liking how adorable Levi is when asleep, without sensing she has awakened her sleeping prince.

"Oi", he says, startling her.

She stops and hesitantly turns her face towards him while pressing the back button on her phone and holds it on her chest. "Ehehe… did-did I wake you?"

Levi gives her an "obvious-look" but seeing that she's lying beside him already, he places the bear behind his head and pulls her to his chest with his arm around her waist. He senses her nervousness, as her temperature increases and her red cheeks, making him smirk for a second.

"Petra, close your eyes", he whispers. But knowing that she's nervous, he adds, "Don't worry, I won't do anything. We'll just take a nap"

Trusting Levi, she nods and does his order. He waits until her breathing evens, and then follows her in their short slumber.

Four days before the Christmas Eve, like what Erwin predicted, Squad41 have been included in the nominees for Best Rookie Group of the Year, Best Music Video and Best Song of the Year for L Music Awards. And because of the popularity of their song, they performed during the awards night wearing the exact costumes they wore in their mv.

This year, there are a lot of singers who attended the awards night, wearing glamorous gowns and branded tuxedos or suits. But of course, Hanji will not let her kids be beaten in fashion. She made Squad41 attend the awards wearing clothes themed as Mafia, Petra as their boss, which is also the next theme of their album. Their outfit quickly gained praises as it brings out their uniqueness from other singers.

Out of the three categories, they won two awards and a special award for Petra and Levi; the Best Rookie Group of the Year and the Best Music Video for the group, and Cutest Singer Couple Award for Petra and Levi. All of them thank their fans, families and friends for supporting them, and never doubting their group despite all the rumors. They tell them they will work hard for their next album, which is already under preparation, and announces their theme as a reward for the fans.

Because of the success of Squad41, Erwin declares a Christmas Party for the company on the 24th while Hanji invites Mike, Squad41 and Petra's cousins for a private party at Revaille's after the company party. Hanji's party is also for Levi's 19th birthday, which is why she made Revaille's the venue.

With days passing quickly, the company's Christmas party finally came. Most of the company's staff and artists attended it, including their main star. Gunther, Erd and Auro organized it, and though they are adults and teens, they add some games to make it fun.

The party lasted for five hours, since it's the 24th and some staffs and artists have their own plans for the Christmas Eve. However, though it is Christmas, they cannot just leave without tidying the place. Hanji and Erwin leaves first to get the presents Erwin forgot to place in their car, while Mike and Squad41 remains to help cleaning up. After a while, Gunther, Erd and Auro heads to Revialle's as well, leaving Levi and Petra with the remaining staffs.

Since there is only few mess needed to be cleaned, Levi calls Petra to leave. However, Petra tells him that she'll stay behind to help a little more and forces him to leave. She assures him that she'll be fine because Hana will pick her up with her other cousins and will go straight to Rivaille's. Though Levi is uneasy for unknown reason, he ends up trusting Petra and leaves. Petra watches him leave and shouts that she'll be there soon as well, and then head back to help others. After a few minutes, with everyone's cooperation, they finish cleaning and thank each other for their hard work. They wish everyone a Merry Christmas before each heads on their own direction.

Petra walks out of the building, with a glowing smile on her face, as the snowflakes touch her soft cheeks. She is very happy that it's snowing this Christmas because it adds more holiday spirit for the season and makes the evening appear magical. She used the door from the back of the building, where the outdoor parking lot is, since she wants to walk a little longer under the falling crystal of the night. As she walks, can't help but be thankful that there are days when celebrities/singers can walk freely in the streets without being followed by fans. Of course she's grateful to her fans, but sometimes she also misses being an ordinary person, since celebrities are considered higher by most individuals.

She takes out her phone and giggles; adoring the stolen shot she took with a sleeping Levi. The happiness she felt this past days are so precious to her and could not believe how those days were mostly filled with laughter. After a little reminiscing, she puts her phone back on her white bag hanging on her shoulder and leisurely walks towards the parking lot's exit. She is cheerfully humming the group's song, but stops after seeing a light pass through her. She turns to see what it is, and then got rooted from where she is standing.

Her eyes completely stares at the light coming from the car moving towards her while her mind suddenly keeps flashing back memories. She sees her mom panicking and shouting, as well as her dad, driving the car they're in. Although her body is in a different place, she feels as if she is inside the car, experiencing the scenes her mind shows her. She feels the sudden turn their car made to avoid the truck, but then met an oncoming car with a very bright light, like the one she staring at. Then it was quickly followed by a very loud crash and strong impact, her soul and heart leaps out of her body. Then she's floating but instantly falls hard on the ground with the glass cracking, along with where head landed. Then she sees her mother looking at her with a panic-stricken face and blood dripping from her head to her cheeks. Then everything shakes again, her mother quickly covers her whole body with hers. Then she sees her mother, covered with broken glass, her hands and legs dislocated. And then her father appears, placed in a stretcher, also full of glass and blood. Then there were sea creatures, lots of them, like she's under the sea. Then she sees a tv featuring an advertisement about an oceanarium while she hears herself say, "Mama, can we go there sometime? It looks really fun, and I want to see those big fishes", tears gliding down her cheeks and her mind immobilizing her to detect she's in danger. Everything vanishes except her, the light, and the ceaseless flashbacks.

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