I didn't leave for Wall Sina until it was dark out. Made it easier when Erwin was discussing Expedition details with the Corporal, keeping him busy. Heading for the west wall, I silently swung myself up to the top, gave a quick wave to the Garrison guards before heading over the barrier. Save for a few alleyways filled with bars and late-night gatherings, most of the Sina area had been swallowed by the night. I stealthily ran down the cobbled streets, avoiding bright lights or open doors. My destination soon loomed above me and my teeth gritted involuntarily.

And I thought I would never step into this area again...

Voices raised from the ground floor in front of me and I quickly reeled myself up and out of sight.

"Aw, come on Vincent, one more drink!"

"You're more of a light weight than I thought!"

"Shut up. We'll see who's laughing in the morning when a certain someone doesn't get a headache."

Followed by a laugh, MP soldier Vincent pushed his way out of a tavern and began to make his way back to the MP headquarters.

Bingo. Going with my gut, I shot ahead down the street, back to the ground and waited.

The roads were dark with the night, only dimly lit by the sliver of moon shining down on it. As his boots softly crunched their way down the stoned pathway, Vincent paused, the hairs on the back of his neck raising. Bracing himself, he spun around, eyes frantically searching the empty alleyway and roof tops. His fingers searched for his hidden dagger, tucked safely away under his sleeve. I reached out and grabbed his wrist, yanking him into a shadow, away from any other prying eyes. One hand covered his mouth and the other slammed his dagger arm against the wall.

"You're getting sloppy, Vincent." I grinned. Once he recognized my voice, the officer smiled and I pulled my hands away.

"And you're getting more ruthless. You should be careful with that attribute."

"Sorry." I reached forward and gently rubbed his arm. "I didn't mean to hurt you."

"So, what brings you into Wall Sina? Not a very smart decision, even for you."

"Implying that the MP was told to watch for the Survey Corps." A glance at his face told me I was on the right track. "How much do you know?"

Vincent sighed. "Not much. Us soldiers were only told to keep an eye on any Survey Corps activity and report it to our commanders as soon as possible. What's going on, Rina?"

I frowned and shrugged. "That's what I'm here to find out. You won't report that I'm here, right?" I teased, shooting him a smile. He made a face.

"Come on, I'm not that stupid, of course I won't. I can't help you if you get caught though."

I chuckled. "Hopefully it won't end like that.

"Sorry I couldn't help much though. You would have more luck interrogating a higher officer."

"Interrogating? What a savage word. I'll have to abduct your cousin." I tapped my chin, thinking of where he would be at this time.

"He should be in his office at this time. He came to me complaining about getting a new case even when he still had others."

I grinned in thanks and gave Vincent a pat on the back.

"Thanks for that bud. I hope the next time we meet isn't on the battlefield."

"You and me both, Rina."

Bidding farewell, I whisked myself back into the sky and towards the offices. Carefully avoiding the windows with light streaming out of them, I followed a path over the darkened ones up to Fuji's own. As told, light illuminated the room and I spied Fuji scratching his head furiously while at his desk.

Tap tap.

I rapped on the glass gently, enough to alert him but not anyone else.

Fuji startled and spun in his seat, eyes darting to the window. Breaking into a smile, he grinned at me and hurried to let me in.

"What are you doing here? Do you know what the MP have ordered?" Fuji quickly shut his curtains after me and locked his door.

I stretched and took a seat on a wooden stool.

"No, I don't, hence why I'm here. What's going on, Fuji?"

He hesitated, pausing in his step. I raised an eyebrow.

"I mean, you don't have to tell me everything, just enough so that I can survive being murdered by you guys."

"Well, I'll have to tell you everything if you put it like that."

"I'm glad I persuaded you." I laughed and relaxed a bit. "So? How bad is it?"

"Bad from what I hear. Top officials and some members of the Church are convinced the Survey Corps are simply wasting resources and killing people at the same time. Basically, Humanity has the Walls and the Corps are no longer necessary."

By now, I was fuming, face red with anger.

"Not necessary?!" I whisper-shouted, raising to my feet silently. "In case it flew over their heads, the whole of Wall Maria has fallen and almost a goddamn third of Humanity was wiped out!"

"The whole MP has been told to watch the Survey Corps until further notice but it doesn't sound like good news. Rumours say that the MP may be able to begin arresting Corps members soon."

My jaw dropped open and I shifted my footing. Fuji rolled his eyes.

"I won't even come close to you, I wouldn't make it out alive. But that's what people are saying. Unfortunately, they are being extremely tight lipped about this." Fuji frowned, crossing his arms.

I mentally thanked the gods for such a good friend in an MP officer.

"Just…be careful Hazura." My former partner stepped up and squeezed my arm reassuringly.

I sucked in a breath to calm myself and gather my thoughts.

"Thanks Nick. You be careful too."

Glancing back at my friend one last time, I headed back to the window and leapt out. Levi was not going to like this. Erwin wouldn't react but my guess would be that he wouldn't like it even more.

Regardless, I was bracing myself for an all-out brawl between the departments and unfortunately, I doubted it would be bloodless. Shit was going down.