I seriously thought about ending this story with the last chapter. I seriously, seriously did. It wasn't because I wanted to- I'd just run out of ideas. Eren seemed to be recovering and all was well- it just seemed like such a good point to break off. But some of my beautiful readers left reviews demanding more angst. I had no idea what more I could possibly write.

I was on my way back from NYC yesterday evening with my Dad, it was nearly the middle of the night, and I was sprawled out in the back seat of the truck when this came to me. It hit me so suddenly- it all made sense, it fit in perfectly, it was absolutely wonderful- I fumbled for my phone and typed out the gist of it in the dark. I feel like it's amazing- please review! :)

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SomethingMore, Chapter 13

Wow. I guess Eren is out of the danger zone with Mikasa here. I'm guessing that there is going to e some sort of confrontation between Mikasa and Levi. Thank you for updating! thought I was going to die of Only Human deprivation. This is a very serious disease.
I really like the ending, tears of joy. This s a great chapter and a cure for everyone out there with Only Human Deprivation. Side effects include happiness, joy, review writing, and tears of joy.

Oh no- I fear you've underestimated my ability to angst ;). Seriously, though- I thought it was going to be the end last chapter, as well, before this jsut... came to me, and wow... I feel like it's one of the best plot twists I've ever written. Thank you for your kind words and review- I hope you enjoy this chapter!

RinTheMagicGirl, Chapter 13

As, yay! Eren seems to be getting better! I feel like you're gonna toss an angst bomb right back at his face though...

*smirks devilishly* your review actually inspired some of this chapter, m'lady...

StarburstPhoenix, Chapter 13

I kinda wanna see more angst eren though or is it just me?

Definitely not just you. I was practically drowning in the throes of emotion while I was piecing this all out last night.

Erwin had gone to the capital, having been summoned by the brass for official business. It'd made Levi's life hell for the past few days, having to compensate, maintain his squad, and do his own duties, as well as Erwin's.

Eren had been more helpful than Levi cared to admit. Their counseling sessions had fallen by the wayside due to Levi's business, but Eren had proved himself useful at reading and summarizing documents and writing letters. He'd also found warm cups of tea beside him in the latest hours of the night, brewed exactly the way he liked it- sometimes, the boy was an absolute lifesaver.

He also kept the new recruits- including his friends- in line. The castle was perhaps slightly dirtier than usual, but only a small amount, and not enough to bother Levi or distract him. Jager knew exactly how he liked things run, and he made it happen.

Levi, for his part, made sure to seek Eren out at least once on the busy days and have a brief conversation, make sure the boy was well, before he was dragged back to official duties.

Eren still slept in his room, though, and as Levi fell into bed that night, intent on getting some sleep, he nearly forgot the boy was there, lying on the cot at the foot of his bed. He sighed.

"I'm sorry, Eren. I know we haven't had much time to talk these past few days." he admitted, pinching the bridge of his nose.

"It's alright, Levi. You've been so busy lately."

"Yes, but that doesn't excuse my absence." Levi had, in truth, missed the conversation. He'd never really had someone like Eren- another soldier he could be honest with, someone who listened to his opinions and laughed along with him instead of cowering at the feared Corporal.

"You haven't fallen back into old habits, have you?"

"No. Please try not to worry about me, Levi- you have enough going on as it is. And I go and find Armin or Mikasa if I need to talk to someone- I'm doing well."

Levi felt a slight pang at the news. While he was relieved that Eren had other people he could confide in, he was almost- worried? Did the arrival of Eren's friends mean he didn't need Levi anymore?

Eren sighed. "Still- I can't wait until Commander Erwin gets back and things go back to normal. It'll be nice to go back to our old routine."

Levi;s fear was allayed with the boy's comment, and he nodded, before he frowned. He hadn't realized it, but Eren had been getting up at the same time as him.

"You really don't need to get up early, Jager- you're a cadet, you're allowed to sleep until roll call at seven."

"I don't mind waking up, Levi. I always wake up when you do, anyways- besides, with all the work you've got, you could use an extra pair of hands."

Levi pursed his lips. He really couldn't argue with that. Still, he was both annoyed and grateful that he had help, because he honestly needed it.

"If you start getting tired, you'll stay in bed." he said finally.

Eren nodded. "I will. But I'm used to not sleeping much anyways- besides, it'll only be another day or so at most. The Commander will be back soon." Eren yawned slightly, turning away.

It was then Levi realized how itchy with fatigue his own eyes were, and how deliciously warm his bed was….

"Get some sleep, Jager." his voice was quiet, tone soft. He allowed a smirk to slip onto his face. "We'll see if you're still so keen on helping with paperwork in the morning."

"That we will." Eren replied, grinning slightly at his superior and friend. "Goodnight, Levi."

"Goodnight, brat."

Levi blew out the candle- the room fell into darkness, and they both drifted into a well-deserved rest.

The silence of the night was shattered by the sound of the door to Levi's quarter's being kicked open. The wood rattled as it slammed against the wall behind it, blinding light flooded the dark room, and shouting mingled into an unintelligible cacophony.

Levi couldn't move- he was still struggling to get his bearing, having been roused so callously from sleep. The bright lantern light filled the room, blurring his vision, but he could make out half a dozen faces, uniforms- the crest of the Military Police.

"So that's why the brat wasn't in the dungeon- he sleeps with his Corporal." the man spat, looking disgusted. "Fucking whore."

Levi's wide eyes darted to the foot of his bed, where three soldiers were holding Jager down as the boy struggled feverishly.

Eren saw he was awake and looked up at him, green eyes wide with fear. "Levi- what's happening!?"

"What the hell is going on!?" Levi demanded, glaring at the policemen with the most scathing glare he could muster.

"The freak's been summoned to the capital on charges of assaulting a fellow soldier. He's to stand trial before the High Court itself for his crimes."

There was the clinking of metal as Eren's hands and feet were being shackled together.

"What!? But that doesn't make any sense!" Eren burst out, confused and afraid. Levi moved to help the struggling boy, only to find himself staring down the barrel of a rifle.

"Easy now, Corporal. Wouldn't want you to get hurt because of this brat, now would we?"

"You have no right to do this! Eren was awarded to the Scouting Legion…." Levi seethed.

The MP Squad Leader laughed, eyes glinting as he looked down at Levi. "What's the matter, you old perv? Upset because we're taking your whore away? I'm sure you can find another cadet who'll sell himself for you- besides- we have orders to extradite the freak to the Capital."

There was the sound of someone being struck, then, and Levi looked down to see Eren had been knocked to the floor- he was on all fours, hunched over, wrists and ankles chained together.

A brutish kick landed on the boy's flank, sending him sprawling, and his glazed emerald eyes fell on Levi as he wheezed for breath, blood leaking from the corner of his mouth.

Levi could do nothing but watch as the boy was dragged from the room, dazed and beaten- the boy's fearful gaze, begging for protection, not leaving Levi, even after the boy was dragged out of sight.

Levi's pulse was pounding in his ears, his lips were parted- he wasn't aware he was even breathing. They'd taken Eren- his best soldier, one of his few friends….

The sound of boots crossing the stone floor of the castle echoed like gunshots, before the MP had turned, staring at Levi with his predatory gaze, a smirk on his lips.

"Expect to be summoned to the High Court soon." was all he said, before he slammed the door behind him.

He was left in an empty room- blankets strewn on the floor haphazardly, a cadet's rumpled jacket lying in the center, a pair of boots knocked over. All the warmth had gone out of the place, though, it was painful to breathe- Eren was gone.

The clanking of chains mingled with the horse's hooves and the wheels. The chill night air burned his lungs, and more than once he hit his head on the wooden floor of the wagon he'd been tossing into from the jostling bumps.

He'd lost all track of time, all hope, all sense of reality. He couldn't even feel the tears streaking down his cheeks. One word echoed through the despair that was slowly consuming him- monster.