Elsie laid on the floor until she could see straight again. Her bones ached from the uncomfortable position she was in but she couldn't find the strength to untangle herself. Instead she let her cheek press into the carpet and took steadying breaths. She could see Levi's scoffed boots propped on her white wall and wondered how long they had been like this.

Slowly Elsie sat up and took notice of her forearms. There were fingerprint welts where Levi had grabbed her, red and angry with irritation. She had never experienced this pain before, not when she had told Levi about where she was from nor about the wonders of the whole world. Yet, the moment she brought up the titans . . . this must be whatever had brought her here telling her to shut the hell up when coming to them.

Levi was leaned against the wall, hands in his pocket, and peering at her with tired eyes. She realized the room was dark save for a candle lit on the side table. She must've been out of it for hours. Levi pushed himself off the wall but didn't come any closer.

"What happened?" He asked.

Elsie rubbed at her throat. The skin felt raised like a rash had broke out. Knowing her luck, she wouldn't be surprised.

"I don't know. I tried to tell you about," She cleared her dry throat, it hurt to talk. Levi pointed to a cup of water and she eagerly drank it. "I don't know."

Levi nodded, "That's concerning. It's been about three hours since you stopped shaking. Then you just laid there, all pathetic and shit."

"Hey," She licked her cracked lips and gave him a small, forced, smile. "You said you wanted some peace and quiet around me."

Levi shook his head and scoffed, deeming it safe to come closer to her. When they realized she wouldn't scream anymore, he crouched to her side and examined the welts. Elsie bit her tongue, she wanted nothing more than to go lay down in her bed and get off the floor.

"It's looks like I burned you. You got better when I backed off. Must be something to keep you from saying something that we shouldn't know." Levi thought out loud.

"I'm sorry. I really want to tell you everything. It would save you so much pain and time." She was mad at herself. All this time she wondered if she should've said something about the graduation class and now she had her answer; she would have to work from the sidelines and help in anyway she could.

She accepted that she would be more involved with the story line than she had originally thought. Sighing, Elsie wobbled to her feet and used the wall to support her walk to her bedroom. Levi stayed in the loft as she changed into her pajamas, a blue nightgown, and washed her face. She knew he was worried, although he wouldn't admit it. This was the first time the pain had came and she wasn't sure herself if there would be after affects. But as for now, she was only sore and drained. Her eyes were heavy when she entered the loft.

"You look like shit," Levi said from his chair. He had made a cup of tea and had placed a blue mug at her spot. She gladly sunk into the seat and drank it. "I'll be staying here tonight to make sure you don't bite it in your sleep. Tomorrow we'll go to Erwin."

She blinked, "We?"

"Erwin agreed to let you stay in the house under the impression that you would be in informant. You would move to another district that Erwin and I live in after the attack on Trost however it is it clear now that you must be with us to give us any hints," He stared pointedly at her burned arms. She pulled her sleeves over her hands. "You will be trained furthermore with Levi Squad."

She held her head in her hands and moaned, "My poor body."

"Tsk. Pitiful."

Elsie finished her tea and Levi had the audacity to tell her to go to bed. She glared and stomped her feet before coming out again. He opened his mouth to yell at her but stopped when he saw the blankets and pillow in her arms. Elsie made sure to show him that she was still upset about being told when to leave so she grumpily threw them on the couch and returned to her room.

Elsie thought her last day in her house would be enjoyable. She expected to wake up, stretch, meander her way to the kitchen and brew some coffee while gazing lovingly at her tulips, such as she did every weekend.

Levi decided her last day would begin with her bedroom door slamming open.

She shot up in bed, "Mm wha? What the fuck are you doing in here?" She pulled her blankets to her chest and grabbed a candle from her nightstand, angrily throwing it at his head.

It pissed her off when he caught it, "It's time to go, sleeping shithead."

"It's sleeping beauty but I understand why you wouldn't want to admit to my good looks." She scoffed.

"Tsk." He walked out of the room.

Elsie did not want to admit that she threw a tantrum in her bed, kicking her legs and hitting the pillows with frustration. She convinced herself to climb out of bed, kicking the blankets off. She could hear Levi in the kitchen, no doubt making tea. Elsie opened her wardrobe and considered what to wear when meeting the Commander of the Scout Regiment and Levi Squad. Does she dress in a gown or her work out clothes, which were not really work out clothes but casual wearing. She dropped her head and grabbed her favorite red dress. Levi would probably give her shit but she didn't get to enjoy her last day the way she wanted, so it was one little thing to make her feel better.

Elsie wasn't shocked to see a cup of tea waiting for her.

"Did you sleep okay?" She asked, giving him a nod in thanks.

"No," He took in her dress. "Are you ready?"

"I guess. Do I have to pack up my things?"

"No, you will be given a Scout uniform and a bedroom. Personal belongings only."

Elsie had nothing and he knew it. She sipped her tea, wishing she had a photograph of her family. She wouldn't mind one of this house, either, she had grown attached with it over the last five months she's been here. She sighed and took in her kitchen, the white walls and yellow counters. It was strange and had given her a headache trying to figure out how to cook with the outdated appliances.

"Alright then, guess I'm ready." She huffed, placing the mug in the sink.

Levi nodded and lead the way out. She didn't look back as he locked the gate and lead her to a part of town she hadn't been to. She only walked the short five minutes to the school then back. She cringed at the idea of leaving her students behind without a proper good bye, but then again she had already been prepping herself for the attack on Trost and the loss she would endure. The rest of their walk was full of Elsie lost in her thoughts and Levi taking them down complicated paths to evade prying eyes.

Eventually they stopped in front of a towering building. Elsie peered up at the columns and the people ushering in and out of the open doors. Levi stood on the steps, hunched and hands in his pockets.

"What's this place?"

"The government's headquarters," Levi wiped his mouth and glanced down at her. "A piece of shit building to house piece of shits. Erwin is coming."

Elsie nodded and patiently waited for the tall blonde man. He was easily identifiable as he towered over the ones around him and his green cloak seemed to shine in the sunlight. His dark eyes immediately found them and he gave Levi a handshake. He turned to stare at Elsie and she shifted, giving him a bright smile.

"Hello, Miss Elsie. What are you doing outside of your house?"

Levi stood straight, "I asked her the questions you wanted to know."

"And the answer deserved to be heard in person?" Erwin asked tightly, his posture stiff. Elsie winced; her entire existence was hidden and now here she was standing in front of a government building.

"Show him." Levi nodded to her arms.

Elsie pulled up her sleeves and Erwin stepped closer, blocking curious eyes, as he took ahold of her forearm and examined Levi's burned fingerprints.

"I was going to tell him everything I knew when my throat closed up. He tried to help but when he touched me . . ." She shrugged.

"It was like her body was burning from the inside out. Her throat's pretty fucked up too. Since she can't tell us anything I figured she lives with Levi Squad and trains." Levi finished.

Erwin nodded, "I see. Take my carriage and head straight to where the rest of your squad is," He placed a hand on her shoulder and gave her a kind smile. "Thank you, Elsie. I'm sure this isn't an easy transition for you."

"No, it isn't, sir," She shot Levi a rude look. He gave a dead look back. "But I'm prepared to help in anyway I can!"

"Glad to hear it."

Levi and Erwin exchanged a conversation through their gazes and Elsie turned at the sound of a carriage approaching. She was mildly excited to have her first carriage ride.

"Let's go." Levi ushered her into the carriage and without looking at Erwin, he slammed the door shut. They sat on opposite ends and she heard Erwin giving orders to the driver. She tried to catch a look outside but Levi closed the curtains, shaking a finger at her when she tried to pull them back.

Elsie folded her arms and fell back into the seat, pouting. Levi stared blankly. She played with her hands and imagined meeting Levi Squad, the notorious team that would meet their end soon. She winced at the thought and promised herself to not let her emotions show. The last thing she needed was Levi knowing they would die- he would change everything to save them.

"Do you have to shit? You have a constipated face."

"Oh, shut it!"