Ava and Gabriel were becoming skilled as they trained over the years of constant drills that got harder as they got older. Before they knew it, it was the day to accept new recruits into the Scouting Legion. Among the newest trainees were Ava and Gabriel.

"This is a real salute!" Hanji yelled in front of the new trainees. "Give your heart and soul to the good of humanity!" All of the new recruits saluted at the signal from Hanji. As the Commander stepped back, Levi and Eren stepped forward.

"I am Levi Heichou," Levi said. His tone not wavering from his usual tone.

"And I am Eren Heichou," Eren said. His tone was harsher than normal, an air of authority clinging on to his words that isn't normally spoken by him.

"Together we run one of the strongest squads here in the scouting legion," Levi said, his voice freezing the new recruits in their place. "Each squad leader has gone through your grades and assessments from training."

"Based on these scores and the skills you have presented, you have been placed in a squad. Well, more accurately, chosen by a squad. " Eren said. "Each squad leader will come forward and call who is in their squad. You are to stay where you are until Commander Hanji dismisses you. Once you are dismissed you have some time to walk around and talk to friends who are also here. Then you are to find your squad leaders. Understood?"

"Yes, sir!" All the new recruits said. The two squad leaders looked out over the new recruits and saw different looks on each of their faces. Some quickly looked around, wondering what was in store for their future. Some seemed as if they hoped that they would manage to make it into the strongest squad. Some looked like they would desert if their name was called for Levi and Eren's squad.

"I will start by calling the names of those who have presented the skills needed to get into our squad," Levi said. "Those people are, Marcus, Gabriel, and Ava. That is all." Levi and Eren walked off the podium after one final look out across the recruits, and the next squad leader came up.

After every squad leader came up Hanji took the podium again. She looked out and the recruits that were now placed in a squad. Some where happy some were not pleased, and some looked downright scared.

"When you hear the whistle find your new squad leaders," Hanji said. "Dismissed." Chatter of friends lamenting or cheering with their friends soon filled the air.

"Only three made it into Levi and Erens squad?"

"I don't even know who two of them are."

"Isn't that the smallest squad?"

"Yeah, but it's only those who the squad leaders see as the strongest."

"Ava!" Gabriel called, running up to his sister. Ava smiled and waved.

"I wonder who this Marcus guy is," Ava said. She looked around at the other recruits. She could see that her and her twin were being looked at. She wasn't surprised because everyone who went through training would know each other.

"That would be me," a voice said. He looked between the two, and cocked his head. "You two look alike. Are you siblings?"

"Twins," Gabriel corrected. He reached out his hand. "I'm Gabriel." Marcus took his hand and shook it.

"Ava," Ava said, following her brothers example.

"You're very sexy," Marcus said, looking her up and down. He flashed her a smile and a wink.

"And you're a creep," Ava said pulling her hand away.

"What do you say to sneaking out tonight?" Marcus asked. "We could spend some time alone, if you know what I mean."

"Dude," Gabriel said, showing disgust on his face. "Brother standing right here."

"My dad will kill you in a heartbeat," Ava said in a bored tone.

"Which one?" Gabriel asked playfully.

"You guys have two dads?" Marcus asked, his eyebrows coming together. "That's weird." Ava turned to Gabriel.

"He's an idiot," Ava stated. Gabriel nodded in a greement. Marcus reached out and grabbed Ava's arm.

"No one calls me an idiot," Marcus growled.

"Dude, I'd let go of her if I were you," Gabriel warned.

"Why should I?" Marcus said. "It's not like your daddies are here to save you."

"Complete and utter idiot," Ava said. Marcus hands tightened around Ava's arms and she let out a small yelp. Not necessarily from pain, but more of surprise.

Next thing Marcus knew, there was a hand on his wrist and another on his other arm. Marcus look to see who had his wrist and his eyes widened, and the grip tightneded.

"Levi Heichou," Marcus said. He looked over to see who had his arm. "Eren Heichou." Marcus looked back to see the amused look on the twins' face.

Everyone around them had stopped taking and was watching. Around them was completely silent.

"Take your hand off her," Eren slowly. Marcus' hand uncurled from Ava's arm, but remained in the air due to Levi's grip.

"Touch her again, and you'll lose that arm," Levi threatened. "You'll have cleaning duty for a month."

"Ooh," both the twins said cringing.

"Don't you think that's a little harsh?" Gabriel asked. Levi turned his glare towards Gabriel. He opened his mouth to say something but Eren beat him to it.

"Why didn't you stop him, Gabe?" Eren asked. "Why were you just watching?"

The amused look fell from Gabriel's face. "Well, I knew Ava could handle it," Gabriel said. "She was about to knock him off his feet."

"You're her brother," Levi said. "Even if she can handle it, it's you're duty to protect her." Levi and Eren dropped their hands from Marcus, and the whistle blew.

"Let's go," Eren said. Everyone watched as the two leaders walked away with their three new members.

"Eren Heichou and Levi Heichou were pissed."

"Did you hear what they said to Marcus?"

"Eren called Gabriel by a shorted name."

"Do they know each other?" The area was full of chatter containing the recent event. Levi kept his eyes forward, trying not to glare at each and every person that had their statements containing them.

When they got back to their headquarters Ava and Gabriel instantly plopped down into their usual spots around the table.

"Hey you two," Mikasa said. "You're officially a member of this squad. Congrats."

"Thanks Auntie Mikasa," Ava said.

Marcus, Levi, and Eren came in a moment later. Marcus found an empty spot next to the twins and set down.

"Mikasa," Levi said. "Go gather everyone for introduction." Mikasa nodded and left. A moment later everyone was sitting down at the table.

"Marcus," Eren said. "This is Mikasa, Armin, Jean, Connie, and Sasha. Everyone this is Marcus."

"Poor sap already has cleaning duty for a month," Ava informed the squad members.

"Ooh," Sasha said, cringing. "What did he do?"

"He thought it would be okay to grab Ava's arm," Levi said.

"Oh, bad move," Armin said. Levi was still glaring at Marcus. Eren gave a small laugh and stood up. He walked over to Levi and bent down. He wrapped his arms around Levi and kissed his cheek. Marcus' eyes got wide.

"You two are gay?" Marcus asked confused.

"I don't know, are we?" Levi asked. He turned his head and kissed Eren. Just then Hanji walked in.

"Hey now," Hanji said in her usual fiery tone. "You're supposed to save that for the bedroom."

"Commander!" Marcus said, standing up and saluting.

"Hey Ji-chan!" Ava said.

"Hi Hanji," Gabriel said.

"Hey you two," Hanji said. Hanji looked at the twins for a moment. Then, with a sad feeling she had a thought. 'Well, Erwin, I won our last bet. The twins joined.'

"What do you want, four-eyes?" Levi asked annyed.

"Just the normal," Hanji said, shrugging her shoudler. "At ease, Marcus."

"How can you talk to the commander so freely?" Marcus asked the twins.

"We grew up around her," Gabriel said.

"How?" Marcus asked, his eyes full of confusion.

"Yup, and idiot," Eren said.

"We gained an idiot," Ava agreed.

"What are you guys talking about?" Marcus asked.

"Let me draw you a picture," Ava said. "We said we had two dads. I threatened you with my dads. These two came to my aid. We grew up around Hanji. Who is gay, and close to Hanji? Now put two-and-two together dumbass." Levi and Eren raised an eyebrow. After a moment of thinking, and the squad losing faith in him brain cells, his eyes finally got wide as realization stuck him.

"Holy shit!" Marcus practically shouted. "Levi Heichou and Eren Heichou are your dads!"

"Bingo!" Hanji said. Marcus turned and looked over at the two men.

"I am so sorry," Marcus said. "Please forgive my actions today. I lost my temper and lashed out."

"Noted," Eren said, nodding his head. "But you still have cleaning duty for a month."

"Gabriel," Levi said, getting the attention of his son.

"Yes, Dad?" Gabriel asked concerned.

"Cleaning duty for a week," Levi said. He took a sip of tea and leaned his head against Eren's, and closed his eyes.

"What?" Gabriel asked.

"Dad, come on don't do that," Ava said. "Vatti, do something."

"Levi," Eren said. "Is this about what I think it's about?" Levi nodded, his eyes still closed. Eren sighed.

"What's are you two talking about?" Jean asked.

"Levi, lets talk about it," Eren said. He stood up straight, and started walking to his and Levi's room.

"I hope that's not code for something!" Jean shouted seriously.

"Shut the hell up, Horseface!" Eren yelled. Levi stood up and followed Eren silently.

"How are you guess so, relaxed around them?" Marcus asked. "And why does he call you Horseface?" Jean turned his head, ignoring the question.

"They may be the strongest soldier and the Titan boy," Hanji said. "But they are really easy to get along with. Eren more than Levi, obviously. There's no need to be so stiff around them. They are, after all, humans as well."

"Levi," Eren sighed once they got to their room.

"No, he's in trouble," Levi said. "He should have protected Ava."

"Av is strong enough to handle it herself," Eren said.

"But-"

"I know that you are thinking about Mikasa and how you weren't there to protect her," Eren said. "But they aren't you two. They have different dangers and different personalities. Gabriel knew Ava could handle herself and saw no reason to intervene. Plus, we were right there."

"But what if Gabriel thinks that Ava can handle herself in a certain situation and she can't?" Levi asked.

"If you're talking about the titans," Eren started. "There's nothing to worry about. They won't be in that situation. We drilled it into their heads to never face one alone." Levi sighed defeated. He couldn't deny the logic and facts that his husband was giving him. He pinched the bridge of his nose.

"I don't have to reduce Marcus' punishment, do I?" Levi said.

"Hell no," Eren said. Eren wrapped his arms around Levi's waist and pulled him close. Levi leaned in and kissed him on his neck. A knock sounded on the door, ruining their short moment.

"What do you want?" Levi asked irritated.

"I'm here for a reason," Hanji said through the door.

"Come in," Levi said. He and Eren separated as Hanji opened the door.

"Mission coming up," Hanji said. "It's a simple run. But you need to condition Marcus as much as you can. You have a month. Put him through the same training that you put the twins through."

"The training we did for our kids lasted six years," Eren reminded Hanji.

"Condense it," Hanji said. "Make his life a living hell."

"Joined Levi in the punishment side?" Eren asked. Hanji shrugged neither denying nor confirming his question.

"Make it happen," Hanji said.

"Living hell," Levi said. "Got it."

Out at the table, a moment of silence fell between the squad members. For the usuals, the silence was comfortable. For Marcus, it was awkward.

"So why is cleaning duty such a bad thing?" Marcus asked in an attempt to break the silence.

"Levi is a clean freak," Mikasa said. "You don't do it to his standards, you redo everything."

"Vatti said that when he first joined there was this other place, a castle, that dad's first squad used as headquarters," Gabriel said. "Dad had him clean a room. When he thought it looked good, he went and got dad. Dad inspected it and had Vatti redo it all. Several times." Marcus' face contorted with fear.

"Yeah, you don't stand a chance against my brother and his obsession," Mikasa said, a hint of humor in her voice.

"Is this squad just a giant family?" Marcus asked.

"Might as well be," Armin said.

"Are you related to anyone?" Marcus asked.

"Nope," Armin said. "But I've known Mikasa and Eren since we were little." Marcus placed his head on the table in defeat. He picked it back up and looked at Gabriel.

"Why do you say Vatti?" Marcus asked. "What does it mean?"

"Armin had this really old book. Really old as in it came from the time before the titans," Gabriel started. "It was a book that told you where last names come from. In the book it said that dads original last name, Jaeger, is German. And then he had another book that told you how to say some things in different languages. Well in German Vatti means dad. So it's our way of identifying them differently."

"Oh," Marcus said.

Levi and Eren did as instructed by Hanji and made Marcus' life a living hell. Through the month Ava and Gabriel watched amused as Marcus tried to run the drills that they had no problem doing at nine years of age.

"Come on!" Levi shouted.

"Av and Gabe were doing this when they were nine!" Eren yelled. Marcus dropped to his knees, his lugs screaming for air and his legs begging for a rest. Hanji walked up to him knowing what his problem was.

"I thought you said they were easy to get along with," Marcus huffed, out of breath.

"Well when a nine year old can beat you," Hanji trailed off, letting him finish the sentence on his own. "You're over thinking it. Think simply. It's honestly not that hard," Hanji walked away leaving him with that one sentence of advice.

"Run it again!" Levi yelled. Marcus let out a groan and stood up. They really weren't holding back.

A/N: Hey guys! I am so sorry about my inactivity. Life can get hectic. But here is a chapter! Hopefully I can get one out within the next two days. I am Driving back to my hometown from Boise Idaho tomorrow. So thats about an 8 hour drive without stopping. So we will see how i feel after that.

Anyways. I hope you guys enjoyed the chapter. Happy reading you wonderful, beautiful people.