Chapter 6

"Wrong Choice"

After that morning, they scouted outside the walls.

As the day came to an end, Levi and the survey corps made their way back to the walls. He only has two hours until he sees Krista again.

He wants to scold himself about his doings recently.

He kissed Krista fucking Lenz.

But it would feel like heaven was striking a bolt of lightning to his heart if he holds back from her.

her presence was like a surge of a storm, it's unpredictable and a nuisance to his judgment. It clouded his thoughts and feelings, and all he could think was to stay close to her.

Every time he closes his eyes while running at the roadway, her blue dashing eyes.

It was strange. She was like water, he's been thirsty for her after that pining and bringing himself close to her body. It was like a blood rush especially when he saw her in her towel. His thoughts went wild and he wants more.

Then it came back to him when he asked to see her again tonight. Would she agree?

But what if she doesn't. What will he do?

What a piece of shit.

How did he come up with this idea of pursuing that blonde? Why is she so damn striking to his eyes?

Then suddenly, this Ymir bitch.

Levi bet that she would laugh at him in the end. Because once Krista will let him into her world, there's no damn way that Levi would let her go.

Damn right.

But he's afraid if she will agree. Because he's not a boyfriend type to girls. He doesn't wish to have a coded relationship with anyone.

He just wants to be with her.

She's making him crazy with all those kisses. She's so perfect.

Shit.

Will she ever agree?

"Captain Levi."

Levi heard someone called him.

"Levi."

Levi jump out of his thoughts when a deep familiar voice called him. He turned to his right and found Mike.

His face was seriously wondering and probably judging him already...

Well, he's known anyway for being so nosy to everyone.

"Shit. What do you want?" Levi asked?

"The Commander wants to talk to you. Run with him at the front before you reach the wall." Mike flatly said and glanced at the other side, sniffing the environment. "I'll take your position temporarily."

"Noted." He replied.

He strides with his horse towards the front position, Erwin was striding in his horse, with that serious face.

Such a serious aura with a wide mind. He can see through every thought of a person and Levi was now wondering what's going on within Erwin's mind.

"you called me, Sir." He asked.

"Yes. Levi, I need to talk with you. Before we reach the wall." Eyebrows replied.

"What is it?" Levi furrowed his brows.

He wondered what the hell does he want or isn't here some changes in the plans that they had plotted overnight for three days.

Geez, he better not say that to him.

"Mike told me you smelled unusual today," Erwin replied in a serious tone.

Levi's grip on his reins tightened. What a nonsense issue.

Mike fucking shit. Levi we're starting to hate that nosy damn scumbag.

"Tch. .is that even a question? Or an opinion?" He replied in a little sarcastic tone.

" I just want to know what's going on. I heard about you and about that cadet." Eyebrows just didn't glanced at him.

"Well, tell me if it's a big deal for you." Levi heard before that the Commander doesn't care if one of his troops finds someone outside from the regiment. But Levi still doesn't know how will the Commander reacts if he finds out that he got his eyes on someone inside the regiment...

"No. Be sure you're not screwing yourself over that stance. I never heard you with a girl before." Erwin

"What the hell, Erwin. You called me just to say that?." Levi knew that eyebrows were just intrigued because Levi had told them before that he's not interested in stuff like this.

Then the commander chuckled.

"Mike's right. You are different today. Good luck when we arrive at the walls and enjoy. Go back to your original position. Thanks for confirming." Erwin said.

Levi darkened his gaze to eyebrows.

"Screw all of you," Levi murmured and stride back to his position. The Commander just smirked but tried to maintain his serious calculating face on the road.

They were all idiots when it talks about gossips.

And the Commander was not an exception. Count him in.

Krista has joined Ymir and the others.

They were all eating dinner at the camp where the two captured titans are kept.

Krista felt conscious because she was aware of how Reiner looked at her while they laughed and talked seriously. But the only thing Krista can do was to repay that with kindness. She smiled at him to break the stare.

Then as expected Reiner blushed and turned away.;

she just thought it was creepy to think about it.

But then she remembered how the Captain stared at her. His knife-like stares were like arrows when they are afar. and she doesn't think it's creepy even though their age difference is significant.

It's already late at night, and Captain Levi will be waiting for her at the headquarters. But she switched with another cadet because she couldn't bear the thought of being desired by Humanity's strongest soldier.

She doesn't want to get caught. If the scenario from this morning, occurs again, there will a possibility that someone might see them.

But Captain Levi wants to see her again, and it made her heart beat fast. She can't stand how affectionate the Captain was while pressing his face to hers. And that warm kiss.

He was a great kisser then.

Og great walls. She understands that he was serious all along, but she felt overwhelmed about it. It's too much for her to think. What kind of relationship will they have if they decide to be together while working for the Scouts?

All her life, she never expected someone like him.

She promised herself to be a devoted soldier, she will remain true to herself.

Until that wall incident happens. If the Captain wishes to punish her way back at the wall, he can find another way for her to make amends for her mistakes. Also, Krista wants to fulfill her obligation in a nonscandalous manner; she can't imagine what her future would be if she became personally involved with Captain Levi.

Floch agreed to take her place in their assigned area. So she hopes he's alright tonight

"Where is Krista Lenz?" A loud voice just echoed throughout the entire camp.

Krista became nervous when she heard her name called so loudly that every cadet in the room could hear it. Her friends were now staring at her, and she swallowed in embarrassment while searching for the voice's owner.

Please don't make me go looking for you.

The captain's voice rang in her ears, and fear gripped her entire body. She decided to defy him again even though he warned her. But he can't be really serious about her.

Krista can't believe it.

She rose to her feet and turned to face the voice calling her name from the venue's entrance.

It's Mike. He's holding a piece of paper and appears to be reading something written on it. Then he looked at her, that puzzled expression on his middle-aged face.

"Why are you not following your assigned area?" he simply asked.

"I don't like being alone, which is why I asked to be assigned here, where I can be with my comrades..." she explained.

She can see her 104th friend's expressions at the corners of her eyes. They were also perplexed by her presence, but she ignored their questions and remained silent.

"Are you now deciding on your task?" Mike inquired.

"N-no. I'd just like to ask if I can stay here. Floch has taken over my position at the headquarters. I hope you will think about it "... She stated

"floch has been assigned to this location and has been instructed to prepare his body for combat. You've been assigned there because you'll need rehab training after nearly dying from the wall fight."...

"Training?" she's had trouble getting the concept to stick in her head.

"Rehabilitation Training?" She could hear murmurs behind her. They were also taken aback because they had never heard of such training before.

"Yes. Captain Levi reported that you need to be trained again on how to monitor the gas in your ODM gear, which will result in you being reckless in the fight for how many times." Commander Erwin walked behind Mike, he abruptly joined the conversation.

The Commander. His eyes were seriously gazing at her. Calculating her every movement, he can see everything that she had done with Captain Levi recently.

She felt guilty and nervous.

What if the Commander knew what the Captain did to her this morning?

Krista realized that this was no laughing matter. She needs to get away from a scandal.

"He didn't tell me that," she murmured,

"It happens to the majority of us. We had a difficult time controlling the amount of gas we used when flying "Connie started behind her. And she wondered if they were also qualified to take the rehabilitation training.

"It simply means that you were graded even during the fights. Your actions will always be scrutinized by your superiors. So, Krista Lens, please return to your designated area. Please don't give us headaches." Mike said as he walked away. Before completely turning away, the commander cast her a sharply observant eye.

"Please be guided kid." The Commander calmly said to her.

Krista simply stood up in her place. She was honestly worried about this; despite the Captain's remorse, she never imagined him making a move. She had no idea he would still take her actions seriously after she insulted him at the walls. The gas thing was true; she didn't expect to jump to her death because she ran out of gas.

"Rehab training my ass." Ymir chuckled in her seat as if she understood what it all meant to her.

"Ymir, stop it." Krista eyed Ymir, keeping her voice low around her other colleagues.

"Do you think I'd be played? Tch, you're staying here." Ymir replied to her with that arguing face. "Or he has to face me then for harassing you."

Krista froze.

Captain Levi...

for harassing her and...

taking advantage of her...

Does all of that means true?

her mind wondered again from the time when she shared a kiss from the Captain. the way he held her made her feel weird. the way the strength of his hands handle her hip and pull her to his body. for her, everything about that time was promising. she doesn't feel threatened nor harassed.

so Ymir doesn't have to go that far. if she does, all of what happened this morning will end and she can't imagine Captain Levi being ripped from the position by the higher-ups and getting dismissed because of her.

oh no. she can't do that thing to him. she can't make a scene.

"There's no need to do that. I'm okay around him, you know." Krista

"You know, sometimes, following the fucking rules doesn't mean that you're not crossing the line. sometimes rules are damn useless." Ymir just stared at her with that serious possed face.

"Ymir, stop swearing at me."

"Don't go. I will take the punishment for you if you just listen to me." Ymir begged.

"I... I don't have much of a choice." She stated in a weary voice.

"Now I'm so into killing that tiny guy." ymir stated gritting her teeth.

"I don't want to break the rules, so I must follow them," she stated. She was sure Ymir already knew what was going on with her and Captain Levi. After what she witnessed last night at the headquarters, Ymir's attitude toward her became increasingly cold.

Historia, on the other hand, did not inquire as to why.

It's understandable.

She doesn't want her to be close with the Captain.

"For me, if you are unsure about something, there is a good chance you will regret it. And if that happens, I won't be there to help you recover what you've lost. So, Krista, think twice. I can't always be there to see who was pointing their swords at your back "ymir stated while staring in mid-air.

"trust me. I will not," she remarked as she exited the area.

Krista was on her way to the headquarters. She now admits that she can't get away from the man who was attracted to her; it's not that she dislikes him, but it feels wrong when everyone finds out about their situation.

just thinking about what they did this morning. Being cradled by his arm, pulling her close, kissing her lips, his broad shoulder leaning against her chest, and his piercing eyes disappeared with those hooded eyelids.

He looks so handsome while kissing her.

It paralyzes her body because she can't argue with those gazes of his that pierced her soul whenever he enters the area, the thought that whenever they meet, his eyes were following her around.

The softness of his hands on her back and hair. His expression. It appears to be wrong, but she longs to feel it again. In some ways, the captain is gentle with her, he was like begging for her to stay and surrender herself to him.

It's a big mystery to her why the Captain is suddenly engaged to her intimately, it was so unbelievable. How come she liked the feeling of being the center of his attention?

Now, She took a deep breath after seeing the headquarters.

Switching with Floch in the assigned task was possibly a bad idea. She is making a mistake. Captain Levi may be a small man, but he can kick someone hard. She should be concerned about what she might see when she arrives.

She approached the door and knocked. It opened after a few seconds and displayed Floch.

His nose was bleeding.

"F-Floch? Your nose, It's bleeding," she said. Floch rubbed his nose, his face tense as he stared at her.

He seems to be blaming her for what happened.

"Are you surprised?" he asked sarcastically despite being in pain.

She walked into the room. There is no one else here except him.

"Are you looking for someone? He's up there, "He said this while wiping his nose with his blood.

"Who did that?" she inquired. She realizes it's obvious, but she can't help herself.

"Captain Levi discovered that I am not assigned here. That's why he dispatched Mike to find you. I've been waiting for you because I require medical attention, you know?. My nose hasn't stopped bleeding for an hour "He stated.

Krista was feeling so guilty that she touched his hand.

"Please forgive me, Floch. If it wasn't because of me, I insisted on doing it,— " She didn't finish her sentence because Floch turned away, dismissing her concern.

"It's done. There's nothing to be concerned about "He stated dryly.

"That man's crazy—." Krista clenched her fists and took a step toward the stairs. She's determined to confront the Captain right now. Floch doesn't deserve all of this.

"t's both our faults "he started.

Krista paused and turned to Floch. He was covering his nose with his three-finger and kept on wiping it to his black pants. He even didn't find a cloth to wipe it.

"Well, I can treat your nose," she offered to atone for his small sacrifice.

"No, thank you. I have to go to the camp anyhow. And, by the way, captain Levi would like some tea, but I can't make it right now because I need to get to the other side. He's in his office, so bring it in; he prefers hot tea. So I have to leave now before he comes down and punches me again "As he stands

"That bastard, how can he ask for a tea after punching you," she muttered.

" bastard?" he inquired.

His face was taken aback when she said it aloud.

Krista regretted saying it aloud. She knew that no one can dare to say bad words to the most fierce Captain in the regiment.

"Isn't he?" she asked.

"Seriously, Krista, it's all our fault. From now on, let us refrain from exchanging positions. I'm afraid that I might get killed the next time I do this for you." he stated

Floch is a nice person. He's going well with Ymir, and the three of them get well along. Ymir and Floch we're good to each other. As all around them, floch was the only lucky person who gets friendly treatment from Ymir. Ymir never insulted Floch, and that was strange from Krista's point of view.

Floch left already and Krista began to make tea for Captain Levi.

She can't believe it. Captain Levi is very controlling; first, he saved her life and wants some retaliation; second, he warned her not to let him look for ——.

Krista simply froze.

Does this imply that the captain is inventing reasons to get his hands on her?

She's completely perplexed right now. Did he feel anything for her when they collided on the wall?

"Fuck, this is wrong." Krista's mind was rumbling now while the pitcher was on her hand. She couldn't be happy about it because it could all be for naught; she doesn't want to set the expectation that there will be something more between them.

assuming isn't a good idea.

She had made some tea and was on her way to Captain Levi's quarters. She's nervous, but she has to do it.

She stepped on the stairs, carefully holding the tray with the teapot and cups. She brought two cups and decided to return the other piece.

But she had already reached the door of the door.

The Captain's inside and her heart pounded loudly against her rib cage.

How can she not be nervous when she knows that the Captain wants to be alone with her?

Well but then, she doesn't have to take forever standing in front of the door like this. She has to face this man again.

She knocked on the wooden door and waited for a response.

She stood still holding tight on the tray within her hands.

A moment after she heard a reply.

"Come in." The Captain's voice said,

Her heart is now pounding. She went inside and was taken aback by what she saw. The Captain is naked except for his pants and a towel on his shoulder. He had just gotten out of the bath.

His perfect tone muscles are exposed, bruise at his chest. His stunning look right now just gave justice to his well-proportioned body built.

And Krista's stomach whirled as he gave her that sharp, burning look in his eyes.

She averted her gaze immediately. Keeping out of his way

"You're here. Put that on my desk, please" He stated,

She'll just leave this on the table, but she can't stop her rage over what happened to her dear friend, so she confronted him although he's half-naked.

"How dare you beat up Floch," she exclaimed.

The Captain didn't respond for a split second, as if he didn't hear what she said. He is staring out the window.

"Nice to see you too, Lenz. I enjoyed punching that kid's nose, you know. Just so you know I hate nosy bastards. I have enough of them" he simply stated.

Krista's throat went dry upon hearing him say that. He doesn't seem mad, but with the tone in his voice, Krista can tell that he's totally pissed.

Oops, Hello again everyone! I gave you a slow update for this chap since I don't want to jump the scenarios that fast. Still we're close to the end game. Thank you for waiting!! I'm giving all my kisses back to those who appreciated my work! Let's go this anyway!

Laters Baby! - C18