Author's Note: This was an idea that I've had in the back of my mind for a very long time ever since I finished reading Chapter 90 and when I finished watching the final episode of Season 3. There was so many things that can be explored before The Marlyeans show up to Paradis Island with Yelena and the other Zeke Followers during the 1 year period, or when Azumabito appears on the Island during the 2 year period. One could also argue that there is a lot that can be told from Eren and the Survey Corps before they see the Ocean. Thus, I came up with a story about Eren Yeagar directly after he kissed Historia's hand and how that will eventually lead him into The Eren we see when he arrives at The Ocean for the first time, and even more so when he crosses over into Marley.

Chapter 1:

The Ceremony

The survivors of the battle of Shiganshina were all assembled within the queen's throne room to commemorate our success in retaking Wall Maria 5 years after The Colossal Titan and The Armored Titan broke the walls. Everyone kneeled before the presence of Historia as she stepped into the throne room with an aid who held a tray full of medals. Only one thought crossed my mind as the ceremony was about to commence.

What was it that we found in the basement?

Was it hope? Or was it despair?

Our enemy was more powerful then we ever could've imagined.

That calamity is only going to repeat itself if nothing changes.

I'd be happy to give my life if I knew something could be done, but...

My eyes met hers as she approached me with the medallion. I'm not prepared to sacrifice Historia's life.

What should I do? I can't tell anyone about this.

She extended her hand forward as I gently kissed it that quickly followed up by a spark throughout my mind. The memory of when my father took The Founding Titan's power from Frieda flashed through my mind as it occurred when Historia and I were trapped in the caverns during the coup d'etat against her father. Except, something happened when father devoured Freida from her titan form. That was when I saw dozens and dozens of moments that came at an overwhelming rate. It was a lot to process as to what the hell just happened, but something about felt odd. What was all that just now? What does it all mean? It left me in total disbelief as I gritted my teeth.

"Eren... Hey Eren!" She answered quietly with a concerned look which broke the frozen expression on my face as I quickly jolted my hand away.

"Sorry about that...Your majesty!" I answered with hesitation away from the way Historia looked had at me before she moved onto the next person with the remaining medallion.

All I could do was remain as composed as possible, but it was difficult. Especially with all the silent chatter that erupted amongst the crowd while the ceremony was beginning to wrap up, and I knew a majority of the conversation was on me. Only one thing came to mind throughout the remainder of the ceremony. There's no way I can tell anyone about this now. Who knows how everyone will react? Wait, come to think of it, when I was chained up in the cave, asides from the former king, Historia was the only person who saw my father's memories with me when he stole The Founding Titan's power... So then did she also witness what I did a moment ago? I guess I'll just have to ask her after this is taken care of.

Shortly after, Everybody present in the throne room were dismissed immediately on her orders after she gave the last medallion. Which left me with little to no chance to ask her thoughts if she indeed saw it. All I thought about was why did it occur now?

Suddenly, I received a bonk on the head from Jean, "Hey what the hell did you do that for?"

Jean pointed over, "For causing a scene like that during the ceremony ya suicidal blockhead!"

"I concur with Jean on this." Captain Levi looked me straight in the eye as if he was ready to hunt for his prey, "You also acted this way during the meeting and just brushed it off with an apology."

"Eren, are you not feeling well by any chance?" Mikasa quickly placed her hand on my forehead.

I shaked my head aggressively, "No that's not it at all!"

"Then what is it?" Levi persisted as he walked closer towards me.

Armin put his hand on my shoulder, "Eren, you know you can trust us."

Hange raised an eyebrow, "Could it be that you're still going through a rebellious phase?"

Sasha and Connie pitched in, "Yeah don't leave us in the dark Eren!"

I shouted at the top of my lungs, "Would you all just give me a moment to breath for a single second jeez..." before they took a step back except for Captain Levi.

Mikasa placed her hand over her chest, "Eren."

"Sorry guys.. I'm just feeling a little overwhelmed with everything that's happened up until this point." I said after taking a deep breath.

Armin answered in realization, "You mean with everything that your father kept hidden in the basement?"

"Yeah it's still kinda perplexing if I'm being completely honest here with you guys." I answered with a soft chuckle.

"I can't necessarily blame you for thinking that way." Jean answered with a smug look on his face, "But then again you did hold Historia's hand a little longer than the rest of us."

Sasha said, "True, he did seem pretty attached to the point of not letting go almost like how I would be if it came to meat!"

Connie complained, "Sasha!"

"In all seriousness though, Eren..." Hange cleaned the dust off her glasses, "I think you should go cool off and rest for the day."

Sasha snapped her fingers, "But wait, didn't Historia want our accomplishment with a banquet party here in the place later tonight?"

"Technically, she wanted this to be a small party with just us friends at the Farm, but Commander Pixis, Hange, and the other higher ups thought it would make for a wonderful opportunity to celebrate for such an amazing accomplishment here instead." Armin explained.

Sasha smacked her fist against her palm, "Ah that makes a lot of sense."

"Well I don't think I'll be missing much cause parties were never really my thing. Besides I think it would be better if I kept myself out of sight for today." I rubbed my hand against my forehead continuously.

"Are you sure you're gonna be okay?" Mikasa asked.

I gritted my teeth towards her, "I'll be fine Mikasa.. I'm not a little kid anymore! You should know this already."

"Hey she was just looking out for you man!" Jean grabbed me by the collar of jacket.

That's when I quickly realized, "Sorry about that Mikasa. I didn't mean to lash out like that."

She shakes her head with a broken smile, "It's okay."

"Anyway.." I walked on ahead towards the doors behind them, "I'll probably catch you guys in the morning or something."

The path to the left led to the entrance were anybody could just come in and out of the palace at their own wishes. More and more people continued to focus their attention on me as I made my way through as quickly as possible because the last thing I'd want was causing any more commotion throughout the palace. Next to the side of the wall was a maid who had blocked the doors in front of me.

"Eren Yeagar, I presume?" She answered casually.

I nodded, "Yeah can I help you with something?"

"Queen Historia had a feeling that you'd be leaving so suddenly." The maid continued.

"I take it she wants to see me for something?" At that moment I thought back to what was going on beforehand. Perhaps it's possible that she does know, but...

"Yes, The Queen informed me that she would like to specifically meet with you at the farm alone."

I raised an eyebrow, "At the farm? Why not just tell me while she's here?"

The maid walked on ahead of me towards the staircases, "She never said except that it was a personal matter. Good day to you, Eren Yeagar."

"Oh um.. Good day." I pushed one of the doors open and continued on ahead to find out exactly why Historia wants to meet with me there.

I have to say that it was a real treat writing this chapter directly after Eren kisses Historia's had in Chapter 90/End of Season 3, but I also have to be honest in saying that this chapter also came with a bit of a challenge as well. That of course being the imagination of just following up from that scene and the interactions that would occur after this point, and I thought what if Eren isn't exactly sure what to make of the things that he's seen from his father's memories for a pretty obvious reason. At this point in the story we know that Eren is still kind of hopeful before we see how depressed he was after looking out towards the Sea. The other thing I want to address is that technically there is another part I was gonna write after Eren leaves the palace, but then I thought no that has to be it's own chapter which is pretty obvious given the way how this chapter kind of ends. That's pretty much all I've got to say for the moment everybody so I hope you all enjoyed the chapter, and as always thanks for reading.