Chapter 2 – Roses

-August 23rd-

Eren led Levi down to one of the markets close to the hospital, hoping that he wouldn't displease the man with his choice. They stopped just outside the store, and Eren allowed Levi to tug his arm away. The boy watched as Levi trailed his fingers across the different items, mainly fruit, and picked them up one by one. His gaze wavering over each and every booth, even though he couldn't see, his eyes still looked ahead. Eren just watched, amazed at how beautiful Levi's movements were. Once Levi was happy with his selected goods, he motioned at Eren to pay for him, then they left as quickly as they'd came.

As they walked, Levi kept telling Eren he could walk faster if he wanted to, but Eren refused every time, settling for a slow, steady pace. It took a good long while for the two to reach Levi's house. One reason being that Eren had gotten them lost by taking a left turn instead of a right one. He finally solved the problem by using Google Maps. Thank goodness for Google because Levi was about to rip his hair out. He just wanted to get home.

After that little smidgen of an adventure, Levi finally got his wish. He knew he was home once he heard the neighbor's children laughing and giggling. He recognized their voices and smiled at the visual of their faces in his mind. He wasn't one to flash a genuine smile unless he was really happy, since he'd always loved children, it was one of those happy moments. Eren noticed and smiled as well before leading Levi up the steps to the porch. His arm held onto Levi's as he made sure the man didn't slip or misstep, that would be bad. Once Levi had successfully made it onto the porch, he slid his hand into his pocket and pulled out a set of keys. He then ushered Eren aside and attempted to unlock the door, giving up after several failed tries. Giving in, he handed Eren the keys and waited for him to open the door.

When Eren saw how clean and beautiful the house was, he felt a little envious of Levi. He just lived in an apartment a few blocks away from his college. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't great either. He was just a bratty student, he didn't belong in a lavish house like Levi's. That's why he felt bad having to break the news to Levi about him having to stay there until he got a guide dog. He watched as the man found his way into the living room and flopped down on the couch.

Finally gaining the courage to speak up, he said, "Uh...Levi? I... I'm going to need to stay here for a while."

"What? Why? This is my house, I know my way around."

"Yes but...you still need help."

"I do not, now get out."

Eren moved over to one of the cushions next to Levi. His hands sat firmly in his lap as he spoke again. Levi looked away from the boy in attempt to ignore him.

"Please Sir. Let me help you."

"No. I don't want you here. Leave."

Levi stood up and walked away, but not before the toe of his shoe caught the edge of the coffee table. His body readjusted, but he was still falling. Luckily, Eren reacted quickly, wrapping his arms around Levi's tiny body, and bringing him into an upright stance again. His action didn't go unnoticed since Levi looked a little grateful because of it.

"You should be careful, this may be your home, but now you have to learn to navigate it without your eyes to help you." Eren scolded.

"...You're wrong, I still have my eyes."

Eren was silent, seemingly confused by his statement, so he decided to finish his thought.

"I'll have you here with me. You're my 'eyes', right?"

"Ah! Y-yes Sir, I am."

Levi silently praised the boy for catching him, then offered his arm once more. Eren gladly took it and asked where he wanted him to take him.

"Upstairs, to the bedroom. I'll show you where it is."

Eren blushed at Levi's nonchalant statement, thankful that the man couldn't see it.

"Ok."

With that, he walked up the stairs with Levi by his side. He cautiously guided the man to his bedroom and over to the queen-sized bed.

"Thank you."

"No problem. It is my job, after all."

The dark-haired man gazed up at Eren, then began pulling his shoes off. Getting into bed, he quickly covered up and hid his head under the blankets, suppressing the feeling to cry.

"You can sleep in the guest room. It's down the hall, the last one on the right."

"Alright. Thank you."

Levi just mumbled in response as he sank deeper into the safety of the covers.

"Goodnight, Levi."

Following Levi's directions, Eren found his way to the guest room. Enamored by how pretty the wallpaper was, a golden, metallic lace, followed by white base paint. The floor was hardwood, Eren assumed it was either Oak or Birch. His eyes eventually fell on the bed. The sheets were white, just like the wall, although they had a silky look to them. He walked over to the bed and gently sat on the edge, enjoying the silkiness of the fabric.

What kind of job does this guy have? These are expensive sheets.

Snapping out of his dazed reality, he took off his shoes and neatly set them aside. As he slipped into the blankets, his nose was engulfed with Levi's scent. It smelled like rose water perfume, sweet, yet subtle. He fell asleep to the smell, his thoughts lingering and content with his career choice.

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I hope you guys like this chapter. I didn't really plan anything, I just kind of wrote it down, so I don't know how it turned out. Lol...anyway! Bye! ;)