Chapter 13: Separation

(Gilbert)

Gilbert was walking out of the ballroom. All night he had danced with noblewomen and important officials to keep himself busy from not looking at Nathaniel and that whore. It just breaks his heart that he had to stand back as the crowd cheered and praised the newly weds. There were some moments where he and his lord. No, his king glanced at him. He could tell Nathaniel was getting jealousy due to him mingling with other people. It does bring him the thrill sensation. Gilly liked getting attention especially from his lover.

Now, watching both royal couples leaving the wedding feast to perform their matrimonial duties. The assistant decided to leave since his mood had been ruined. Gilbert was lost in his thoughts when his petite body bumped into someone else.

"Oh I'm sorry. I didn't see you there." He realized how careless he was for not paying attention.

"It's alright. I should be apologizing for bumping a pretty creature such as yourself." The figure was tall, he had blonde hair and his eyes were hazel green. Gilbert blushed at the comment from this mysterious stranger.

"I'm curious, why are you alone? Shouldn't you be enjoying the party?" The same man continued.

"I'm not in the mood to be around many people." In a way it was true. Gilly didn't want to be around with people talking about how king and queen look perfect together. It irates him.

"Ah I see. You look sad. Come, we can have a drink or few and you can tell me what's bothering you." the tall man said.

"But don't you want to go to the party rather than spending time with a low status person like me, my lord?" Gilbert said. This nobleman is very kind.

The man laughed. "Oh I'm not a lord or any fancy title person. I'm just a simple man who endorses the king to help keep this island alive with resources." The blonde man grins. Gilbert notices this man has an unfamiliar accent.

"Sir, I hope you don't mind me asking, but where are you from? You have a strange but interesting accent." The petite man felt his face flushed.

"I don't mind, gorgeous. I'm from a country called Itay, but I moved to America until now. I go wherever my men go." The Italian man said.

"Your men?" Gilly gave a confusing expression.

"Let me introduce myself. I'm Alexander Di Lorenzo, Grandmaster of the Order of Templars." Alexander grabbed Gilbert's hand to kiss it.

"It's a pleasure meeting you. I'm Gilbert Fischer." He glanced at the taller man.

(Levi)

The assassin rode on his horse racing to the capitol. He needs to get there. Throughout his journey getting to the city, his dreams of Historia crying and pleading to save her.

"Hang on there, Historia...I'm coming." He mumbled.

As hours passed, Levi had reached his destination. Before entering further to the District Plaza where the military and politically officials buildings were located, the captain tied his horse in a stable where the creature rested to eat and drink to replenish. Levi already had his gear equipment on and let the mental object grip into a building to send him flying towards the palace.

The ODM gear had been upgraded since the battle with his uncle, Kenny Ackerman. The Scouts had started to use the new version of the gears during the Eren Jaeger attack on Marley. Levi was grateful because his gears made less noise while walking. They are still a bit heavy, but not that much before. Instead on both of his hips, they are on his back which it's more efficient. Thank the Walls for Hange talents in making weapons as her side hobby beside fetishing over Titan science.

He made sure his hood is covering mostly his face so no one will recognize him. The raven haired man climbed on to a building then jumped onto a rooftop. Finally, he spotted the palace. His silvery grey eyes reflected from the moonlight and glared down where each of the entrance was heavily guarded. He gives props for the templars in security measurements.

Levi knows some weak points of the palace. The perks of being the husband of the queen. Quickly, the short man went to one of the weak spots and saw the window. He uses his gear to shoot up and the small crack of the building to lift himself up. Levi leaned closer to see if anyone inside was there. Since there was no sign of anyone, Levi pulled out a small switch dagger knife to unlock the window open then he slid into the palace's hallway.

He glanced both ways to see anyone coming this way. Once everything was cleared, the male Ackerman quietly walked through the empty halls of the palace. He uses one of his gifts, the Eagle's Vision. Now, the view is dark with blue and grey mixed. He skim through the walls which show the empty rooms being transparent.

Levi remembered every detail of the palace inside and out. He knows where he was right now. Historia's room was located on the other side of this palace. He kept walking silently to the stairs. He avoided the unfamiliar guards at every corner of the halls. He saw a big light but there were loud noises. The captain spotted the ballroom was filled with people laughing and dancing having a great fucking fantastic time.

"Tch." He scoffed in disgust. Nobilities and their fucking parties. In times like this, they will always make an excuse to throw parties while their nation they love so much was on the brink to collapse.

Levi resumed moving forward to find his wife. Ugh, why does this palace have to be huge? It took more than 20 minutes to get to the wing where Historia was at. He can sense her. His titan can smell her sense very near. It was always alluring whenever she's near him. The assassin used the vision to see a petite figure in the room. It looks like Historia. It's a good time she's alone. Hm, what worries him is why was this too easy? Quickly, Levi opened the doors to slide into the room then closed it.

He heard a quiet sobbing noise. How it crushed him listening to the love of his life crying. His grey eyes turned to stared at the figure, Historia, who was on the bed hugging her legs to her chest. She had her face rested on her knees. The more Levi gets closer to her, the more he spotted very disturbing things on her.

Historia was completely naked from head to toes. Her golden hair that smelled sunflowers were dull and disheveled. Her body looked ashy and pale. It's like the glow that she used to carry within had been sucked out.

"Historia?" He whispered to her.

Historia stopped sobbing and looked up when she heard a familiar voice. "L-levi? I-is that you? Oh Walls, I'm already going crazy hearing you…" Her shiny blue eyes are now lifeless. Levi felt his heart drop from the sight of his queen….his goddess.

"You're not going crazy, my sunlight. I'm here in the flesh to rescue you." His tone was soft. He will show his soft side only to her. She's his sun's rays. He sat on the edge of the bed to slowly let her absorb from what she saw.

The queen slowly crawled on the bed to get closer to Levi to see if this wasn't an illusion. She places her shaking hand on his face to feel the familiar soft but roughness from the stumbles of his facial hair on his cheek. Still taking her time, her both hands caressing all over his face. Her heart beating fast the more excitement she realized he was here. He has come to save her. This time Historia cried for another reason. Her love is here and she's not alone anymore.

"Oh Walls, you are here. I fucking missed you." Her arms wrapped around him to hold him tightly with her life. Levi holds her tightly as well. Both lovers are reunited since the uprising. How ironic they caused an uprising to place Historia on the throne and yet karma is a bitch.

"Tch. I promise you. I will always be here and save you. I missed you so fucking much too." He led her to sit her on his lap to hold her in a better position. Gently, he cradles her like a child.

"I-I'm Levi...I'm sorry.. I try to stop it. I try." She began to mumble while sobbing. Levi can feel his shirt wet from her tears and other fluid but it doesn't matter how gross it feels because seeing her alive is all that matters.

"Sorry for what? You have nothing to be sorry about." He said while his hand stroked her hair softly.

"N-no Levi...they...annulled our marriage. The High Priest annulled our marriage because our union was unfit and unholy in the eyes of the Ymir and the three goddesses." She was trying to explain.

"That's fine it's just a stupid paper. We don't need anyone's blessing or permission. In my eyes, you're my wife and I love you with every fiber of my being." He looked into her soft eyes that he adores.

"Would you still? Would you still love me if I was married off and bedded to someone else? I feel I'm not worthy of you anyone. I feel so unclean...it hurts Levi. It still hurts." She won't forgive herself for not being strong enough to escape the horror she had endured.

Suddenly, Levi started to understand what she meant. He smelled the copper metallic of her blood along another scent that he despised so much. That Lord pretty boy will regret what he did to his Historia. How fucking dare he harmed her in that way? Oh when he finds him, Levi will gladly carve his body. He can feel the darkside of him when he used to live in the Underground City. The thug Levi wants to come out. He'll let it come out soon.

"Look at me. I love you no matter what, but you will not say or think these awful words about yourself. You're worthy as fuck. You are so clean you're untouchable. You're so strong. So fucking strong than I am. You use your strength to make sure our son escapes alive. Historia, you're the most strongest and bravest woman I fell in love with. It hurts me seeing you in pain. I will make a promise that I will keep that cunt alive for you to punish him in any form you want." He growled low in the thought of what Nathaniel had done to his wife. Fuck, he is now number one on the top list to torture the shit out of people who crossed the line. The second is Zeke. Third, some templars. Once again Eren Jaeger got saved. He does have a weak spot for that brat. No one haven't heard from him so far.

"Will you? I want his body to be cut into many pieces but leave his head so everyone can watch what's the consequence of being a traitor." Her tone gave off a venomous vibe.

"I will do anything that you command. I'm your shield and sword." Levi nuzzled the top of her head.

"You are more than just that to me. You're my moonlight. Just like my rays of sun shine on your darkness. You maintain my light by shining my soul." Her hand caressing his face.

"Have you met him? Our little miracle?" Historia brought up their son.

"I did. He's perfect because he came from you. Atticus has your eyes." Still his voice was low.

"I'm glad you got the chance to meet him. I want to go see him, Levi. I missed our boy." She continues admiring his face.

"We will. Let's get you out of here. I have to send him along with the Potato girl to babysit him. Levi said while gently having her stand up.

"Where did you send our son?" This made her feel anxious. She didn't get the chance to hold him enough. It had been killing her for being away too long from Atticus.

"To New York. I need to send him. I won't risk our child in a danger zone. We'll be with him. Once we get out of here, I will send you to him. Both of you are going to be safe and I can be at peace knowing my family are far away from this hell." He doesn't want the same argument where she was reluctant to go alone.

"I see. But you will come back to us? Right? Come back alive to us?" She pleaded.

"Don't worry. I will keep that promise." He said.

Levi uses his cloak to cover Historia completely. He couldn't find any clothes for her. She had explained Nathaniel punished her for being a disobedient wife and had her naked until he saw fit in giving back her clothing privilege. God damn it, is this guy trying to meet Death? Levi was disgusted at the false king.

He and Historia quietly left the room. They walked through the halls. What was strange? The atmosphere was silent. The palace felt dark and cold. Levi's instinct told him to run. To get out quickly.

"We need to get out fast." He told Historia. Both lovers started to run. Just when they were about to turn to the corner, they met an armed full of guards and both figures. One was that pretty boy the other was Grandmaster Di Lorenzo.

"Oh my what do we have here? The star- crossed lovers trying to leave without a greeting." The grandmaster said with a grin. On the other hand, Nathaniel was angry. His wife was trying to escape with that criminal.

"How dare you filthy peasant to steal my queen. I will send you to your death immediately." His yells sound like a madman. Luckily, Alexander was there to remind him of the plan.

"Now now, your majesty. It would be displeasing to kill Levi Ackerman. My Order needs him. His bloodline is an essential to our years of work. I promise after we're done with him; you may do whatever you want." He uses his authoritative tone at Nathan. Nathaniel may be king but the real power was Alexander as the older man can dethrone him and put someone else in charge.

Of course Nathaniel bit his tongue from trying not to say anything. Levi glared at the other man. "So who the hell are you?" Levi drew his blades, but had Historia behind him to protect her.

"Oh how silly of me, I'm Alexander Di Lorenzo, Grandmaster of the Order of the Templars. I know you very well, Assassin or isn't it Captain?" He chuckled in toying with Levi.

"Tch. So you're the main boss of the templars? My old man mentioned about you." The grey eyed man glared at the templar.

"Ah yes the Mentor of Assassins. William Miles has always been a pest. I see you inherit your family's obnoxiousness." Alexander said.

Before Levi was about the charge at both of them, he felt a dart or two aimed on his neck. Historia screamed when she watched the darts land on Levi's neck. The Humanity's Strongest fell on the ground. His body became paralyzed. How could he been so stupid? It's like all his senses have been blocked for him not to notice the danger. HIs eyes glanced at his wife who was screaming his name while being restrained by two guards.

"Have a nice nap, assassin." The sinister smirk of Alexander was imprinted of Levi's vision. As darkness took over, the last thing he heard was Historia's begging and screaming.

"Levi! LEVI!" The sound faded as quietness took over.

(Mikasa)

Both girls had been walking to the destruction of the city of Liberio. The site was worse than what Eren caused back then.

"Which way again is the base?" Mikasa asked. Gabi pointed at the direction.

"It's this way. We're almost there." The little girl said. Gabi had been trying to focus on getting to the military base. Most of her thoughts were about the death of her family. She prayed Reiner is fine and alive. He is her only family.

They had fought few soldiers from the enemy lines. Mikasa worried for the girl. Gabi used her rage to shoot at them. Mikasa aimed at their fatal spots to end their lives in the quickest way. The faster they get through this, the faster they'll reach their destination.

When they both were about to shoot another couple of soldiers, the soldiers shouted their names. "Gabi Braun! We're not the enemies. We're your comrades." Their hands were up.

Mikasa lowered her gun and whispered to the girl. "Gabi, lower your gun they are on your side."

Finally, Gabi lowered her weapon. She sighs as help has come for her and Mikasa. One of them asked Mikasa.

"Hey, who are you? Are you from Hizuru?" One of them said. Mikasa raised her brow in confusion. Until she remembered where her mother's clan originally came from.

"No, I'm from the island of Paradis." She spoke truthfully. The Asian woman awaits for them to shoot her.

"A devilspawn." This made Gabi growl in anger. "Hey! Knock it off. She's with me. She's not the enemy either...not anymore."

Mikasa nods but still has her hands up to offer peace. "I'm not here to fight or cause trouble. I'm here to help you if your superior allows it. My name is Mikasa Ackerman and-" One of the Marleyans interrupted her.

"Wait? The Mikasa Ackerman? Our Commander gave us orders to escort you safely into our base, Ackerman." The dark eyed Marleyan said.

"You're Commander? May I ask who would be your Commander that made this order?" Mikasa was curious because their commander wanted to protect her.

"Reiner Braun, he's our new commander of the Marleyan army. " Both Mikasa and Gabi were surprised at this news. They are happy that Reiner was looking for them.

"Reiner? He's the commander?" Gabi was still processing the news. Who would ever thought her cousin got promoted to the highest ranking in their military? This is shocking for an Eldian to be promoted as such.

Mikasa let a small smile appear on her lips from thinking about Reiner. He was always meant to be a leader. A man with internal struggles trying to do what's right. It's difficult to achieve but she believes he can pull it off with the right people supporting him.

(Flashback)

Both Mikasa and Reiner were taking a break from their insatiable rounds of love-making. Mikasa laid her head on his chest comfortably while she felt his arm wrapped around her waist to have her closer to him.

"Who would ever thought we would be together?" Reiner said. His hand gently played with her raven hair.

"Yeah, I'm still surprised that all this time you had a secret crush on me. You didn't seem like that when we were novices. Didn't you have a thing for Historia?" The Asian woman glanced at her lover.

Reiner was off guard with that question. "No, I mean kind of…" The blonde haired man felt nervous from giving her his answer. He noticed Mikasa's expression changed to annoyance. Her jealousy had shown which Reiner found it cute.

"I did also like her, but she hung out with Ymir so much. Most of the guys and I were too scared to approach her. Back then, when she went by Krista; she was every guys' ideal wife." He said.

Mikasa scoffed. She had heard enough. Don't get her wrong. She loves and adores Historia. Their friendship had grown throughout the years. They may have different lives now, but once in a while they spend time together along with Sasha then later Annie joined in even though everyone was wary towards her after she woke up from her slumber.

Something deep inside her felt an insecurity that she's not good enough to be anyone's ideal girl. Eren definitely never had liked her romantically. Even as plutonic, he always felt annoyed by her. Yes, she can be overprotective and smothering. She does it because she cared about him. Even now she still loves him, but not in a romantic way. Eren will always be her brother. No matter what he says or thinks towards her. She doesn't regret how she felt towards him in the beginning. At least, she had learned to love someone on an intimate level. This had helped her to be ready to open her heart for someone else like Reiner.

Still, it bothered her that she was too "masculine" for a girl. The guys during their cadet years had ranked the girls in the academy based on looks and other qualities they wanted in a girl. It had pissed her off that the boys judged a girl based on how they should look or act. Guys can be such misogynistic pigs!

Mikasa was hurt when she found out they ranked her last out of all the girls in the academy. Of course, she didn't let anyone have the satisfaction to see her; it bothers her. She tried to brush it off, but there were times it bothered her that she had broken down into tears. The only guy who saw her more than was Jean Kirstein. Whenever he gets the chance to remind her, she's beautiful too. Mikasa felt this guilt that she couldn't give him a chance too. Jean was always kind and considered which it's different how he acts around with everyone especially to Eren.

Since the battle at Trost, Jean slowly becomes more a leader than less of a horseface jerk. Well, the only thing it doesn't change is between him and Eren. Besides, nobody doesn't have the time to worry about crushes or wanting to be an ideal towards others. They are soldiers. It's their job to fight and protect what and or they love and care so they can go back home safe and sound. These shallow thoughts were a luxury at the moment.

Her thoughts were interrupted when Reiner's arm wrapped around her waist to have her back pressed on to his solid chest. "Mikasa, that was long ago. At that time, I didn't know my feelings were starting to grow more towards you whenever we got the chance to spar for training. You're more what you seem." She could feel his breath on her ear. His lips gently kissing on her neck and shoulder like feathers.

"Hm, either way...I was too focused on Eren and making sure he doesn't do anything reckless; but I failed. I failed him and his mother. He had gone into a dark and dangerous path yet he is so convinced it's the only way. I'm sorry Reiner...I'm sorry for not knowing what his intentions were. Now, more deaths are counted." Her face looked down. She doesn't know why the attack on Liberio by Eren had caused her a heavy burden of guilt and shame. Eren should be the one feeling those emotions. But as his sister, she could have stopped him. She watched innocent people getting killed. Bodies piled up. It shook her to the core. This hate was poison to everyone on this side of the world. This is why her generation must make the change for the future. All the deaths won't die in vain.

"Stop Mikasa. This is not your burden. You didn't cause the attack. Eren made his choice. You can't always protect him of his own actions. He's not that angry kid anymore. Do you hear? It's not your fault." He held her tight. Mikasa shifts her body to embrace his hug.

"I'm sorry. I'm not usually like this. This is new to me sharing my burdens to anyone." She whispered while hugging him back.

"I'm glad you told me. It shows you have trust in me with your pain. Also, they are not bothersome if it causes you pain. I hate how it makes you sad. You have a beautiful smile." His thumb slowly rubbed on her bottom lip.

Both her heart and stomach fluttered. He makes her feel she matters as a woman. Damn, she's already feeling passed liking him, but not yet being in love. Her attraction with him was like a moth to it's light. The more she spends time with him, the more she'll admit to him saying those three simple words.

The raven haired woman comfortably rested her head on his chest again once Reiner laid back on the bed dragging her along.

"You're my world, Mikasa Ackerman. I won't let go of you until my dying days." he mumbled.

"Would it be bad of me to be scared to let you get close to me?" Her eyes stared at him.

"No, it's not. I understand why. We were bred to hate each other and to try to survive day by day. It is scary for us to open our hearts to someone else in a screw up world. Maybe instead of making it as our weakest; we can turn it into our strength." He said.

"Seriously, you have ways with words. You can give hope in people. You're a leader. I can see in it you." She said.

"A leader? I don't know...I don't feel like I'm capable of being one." He frowned.

"Of course you are. I've seen you act like one whenever a situation goes down hill. You step up to take charge. I hope one day you realize that. I'm sure you're comrades can see what I see." Her hands cupped his face to lean into a kiss.

"I'll keep reminding you what you're truly capable of as you do to me. We're now a team." Her tone became confident.

Reiner smiled and kissed her lips back. "You're the only woman who will ever be my equal in so many ways. You are my girl always."

(End Flashback)

The group walked to the base. Instead, where the battle is happening; Mikasa and Gabi follow the two men to a smaller entrance. As they got in, the girls were led to a big room where a long huge table with many chairs and on top of the table was a model of the city of Liberio. Mikasa saw Reiner discussing military related topics to few of the soldiers.

The assassin couldn't help stare the way he takes charge. His sleeves were rolled up so that his biceps were flexing naturally. God damn, why does he look so hot? Mikasa's face flushed from thinking about very explicit thoughts of Reiner. Seriously, this isn't the time to drool at whatever Reiner is to her. He did claim she's his girl, so is she now his girlfriend? When the time is right, she will bring it up.

She already saw Gabi run towards him to hug him tightly. Reiner turned around to embrace his cousin's affectionate. He looked up to see Miaksa and give a warm smile. This made the Paradisian woman to shy smile back at him. The hard part of telling him about his family is coming at close. This will crush him.

Just when she was about to walk towards him, Gabi already told him what happened because his expression became angry and grief. His body was shaking. Quickly, he steps away from Gabi to walk away to be alone.

Mikasa was about to follow him, but Porco stopped her. "Let him be. He wants to be alone. He just lost his family you wouldn't understand." This triggered her. What is his problem towards her? She does understand what Reiner is going through. Porco has no right to assume what she does understand. Does he still see her as a villain? Hm, it doesn't take a day for the long years of hatred to vanish.

"Don't you dare tell me what I don't understand. He needs someone and I promise him, I'll be there for him." Mikasa gave her cold tone to Porco. Of course, he flinched when the notorious Ackerman glared towards him. Her shoulder shrugged off from his hand to head towards where Reiner went. The Jaw Titan holder was about to say something, but Annie beat into it.

"Let her go to him. Reiner does need someone right now, especially her." Annie was behind Porco who turned around to glance at the Female Titan holder.

"He doesn't like when people check up on him." He said.

"True, Reiner hates to let people in; but with Mikasa it's different. She's the only one he'll drop his wall." Annie knew during their mission pretending to be cadets; she had caught Reiner staring at Mikasa. That's it too obvious he felt something for her. Heck she was also aware Bertholdt took a sneak peak at her. If only, she had the courage to walk up to Bertholdt and tell him that she also liked him. It's too late now. She has Armin and it made her happy.

Annie left an contemplative Porco as she goes back to her boyfriend who was busy making contact to the Mentor to suggest forming an alliance with Marley in fighting against the Templars.

Mikasa found Reiner in another room where he was sitting on a bed. She noticed there were frames with pictures on the nightstands. She entered. "Reiner-"

"Please Mikasa...go away." he said in sorrow. His heart is broken from the news of his family's death.

Mikasa frowned instead of leaving him, she went towards him. Reiner heard her footsteps. He sighed and glanced up. Already, she's in front of him. "Mikasa, I'm serious. I need to be alone."

"Don't lie to me. I know you need me right now. You don't need to hide anything from me. I know what you're going through. Trust me, it's the most agonizing feeling I don't ever want anyone to feel." She stubbornly stayed.

"Then you understand that I want to be alone." Now, his stubbornness showed.

"Do you? Do you really want me to leave you alone and face your grief by yourself?" Mikasa was being persistent. For a while, he didn't reply. She doesn't want to leave him there dealing alone, but if this is what helps him. She begrudgingly turned around to leave.

Reiner finally spoke up. "Wait. P-please. D-don't go….you're right. I don't want to be alone. Mikasa, m-my family are gone. Gabi will have no one after I die. I don't know what to do?" The female assassin felt her heart squeezed from seeing his cry for help. It's like watching the small boy in him scared of feeling alone in this world. She sat next to him and held him to comfort.

"Shhh it's ok baby. I understand the feeling, but you're not alone; not anymore. Gabi will never be alone either. Once you pass away, I will raise her. I promised your mother and now I'm promising to you." She whispered to him. Her shoulder is wet from his tears. She wants to take away his pain. He is just a soul like her.

"You met my mother?" He looked at her. Mikasa nodded and gave a warm smile. "I have. She's told me to take care of you. I guess you had told me a bit more huh?" she chuckled. "You weren't kidding about her being insistent of wanting grandchildren. I told her I promise, I will give her one." Her finger wiping away his tears.

"Mikasa, you don't have to keep that promise. Just being with you has already made me happy." he whispered.

"Reiner, I still want kids...especially you being the father. Hopefully, faith will bless us with one at least. We are already a family. You, Gabi, and me are family. Do me a favor? Don't ever shut me out. We're a team; remember? Grief all you want right now. I'll go tell everyone they need a minute or more alone time to process." Mikasa was about to get up but Reiner had moved her to his lap to cuddle her.

"Thank you Mikasa. Thank you for existing. You really are a gift to the world. You're kind, caring, compassionate. You don't hate others. You're strong minded; not just physical too. I don't know what I will do without you." He felt grateful that Mikasa came back into his life. "Can we stay like this a bit longer?" She can feel his inner child coming out.

"Of course, we can stay here a bit more." She kissed his forehead affectionately. She will make sure this war will end so Reiner can enjoy his months on earth peacefully and Gabi can take back her childhood that was stolen. Beside her friends and her blood family, Levi; Reiner and Gabi are her new family.

(Armin)

Armin was using an advanced device to communicate with William Miles. He remembered what it was called; a smart phone.

"Sir, I think this alliance will benefit us to defeat the templars. Also, once the war is over; with our help to win; the rest of the nations will be open for peace with the people of Paradis." Armin was convincing his mentor about this idea.

"Hmm will they be willing to make this alliance happen? While you and Annie had left New York City on an important mission; Paradis was also under attack by the templars and dethroned Queen Historia as the rightful ruler. She gave birth to a baby boy which thank god she was enough to have him sneak out into our care. Right now, Sasha is his guardian on their way to New York. Levi left on his own to rescue her. This isn't like him to be impulsive, but I can understand why he did it. I'm worried he hasn't returned. Hange and I are trying to find an escape route for everyone here." On the screen Williams was stressing from the events that happened.

"Sir, I can try to get into contact with the Ambassador Azumabito of Hizuru. She can help to find a route for you guys to escape. I'll give her an update on what has been going on." He said.

"Alright, Armin. You do that and let me know what she said. We couldn't find both Commanders Nile Dok and Rico Brzenska of the Military Police and Garrison. We got information that Premier Pixis Dot is their prisoner along with some other higher officials and a few noble families who support her majesty, Historia." Miles said.

Armin grunt his teeth. This wasn't supposed to happen. They had calculated wrong. Now, Captain Levi left in time of their needs. Everything's in disorder.

"Should we try to rescue the Premier and the noble families?" Armin suggested.

"We don't have enough resources. We can try to find both Commanders and unite all three regiments to figure out a way to win this war and take back the island." The Mentor said.

Armin nodded in understanding what William said. "I see. If you want, I think I know someone who will help us to look for them."

Will raised his brow curiously. "Is this person an ally we can trust?" In times like this, it's difficult to trust anyone.

"Yes, sir. He had been in contact with me. He wanted to help change the world...the right way." Armin was a bit anxious on how the Mentor would react along his friends.

"Who is this ally that can help us?" Bill asked.

"My old friend, Eren Jaeger." Armin finally said it.

(Eren)

The dark haired titan holder was walking on a dirt road leaving the town of Trost. His face was mostly covered by his hood to conceal his identity. Eren Jaeger glanced back where the city limit of Trost stood ahead.

Eve...

He can't believe the terrible things he had said to her. The way her eyes stared at him in disbelief. The Eldian man felt disgust at himself for hurting the woman he had grown to love. She was everything that he never thought he needed. A part of him wanted to go run back to her and beg for her forgiveness. No, he can't. It's better this way.

During his time with Eve, Eren had reached out Armin by letters. At first, his old friend was wary towards him. He doesn't blame Armin since his betrayal had made a negative impact on his old comrades and friends. He had hurt Mikasa in so many ways. He may not share the same feelings as her but she is his sister. He will always love her as her brother who had saved her when they were kids. Armin had been like another sibling to him. Eren felt if they hated him it would be easier to go through the Path of awakening the Rumble.

When Eve came into his life, his mission and perspective slowly changed. He struggled if all this was worth it? Will it be worth it? What if it gets worse and he loses everything. He can't lose more people that he loves and cares so much. Maybe there is another way but he was too blind to see it. That's why contacting Armin was the first step to fix his errors.

Eren was grateful that Armin had a good heart and gave another chance. His blonde haired friend warned it's not best to reach out to Mikasa yet. She still felt hurt on how Eren had treated her which it's understandable.

Through the letters, Armin gave him an update on what had been happening. What crushed Eren was his older brother, allied with these groups called themselves The Order of Templars. What was strange? The same woman in his dream, Minerva warned him about these people.

He also found out that the government along Historia were overthrown. These templars replace a new ruler who's Lord Nathaniel Evans. Eren heard of the nobleman before. In his opinion, he dislikes this nobleman. Humans like him made the world cruel for good people like his parents, and many more. That's all Eren wanted. A world where people can worry small things like getting their work done by the end of the day or enjoying being with the person you're in love with. Those are luxurious for anyone in this part of the world.

Ever since his brother, Zeke had joined with these templars; Eren had made his decision to distance himself away from his brother and the followers. To be honest, he had found them annoying. He used them to go through his plans, but their paths had changed. So his plans had changed too.

He needs to reach another town to send a letter to Armin. The last letter from his friend had mentioned asking for his help. Of course, Eren would gladly help his friend since he wants to be in his good grace along with everyone.

Hours had passed from leaving Trost. The green eyed man felt his stomach growls. Huh? Is it already supper? He had missed lunch and breakfast since he lost his appetite from leaving Eve. Her warmth presence had melted away from the years of pain and anger at the world. She had taught him the world doesn't have to be cruel if you do let it be cruel. He chuckled at that thought and closed his eyes from remembering that conversation.

(Flashback)

"Where would you take me if I go with you?" Eren was comfortably laying on the bed with Eve.

"Hm, all over the world!" She said with enthusiasm. Eve nuzzled on his chest as just cuddling him made her smile brighter. Eren loves seeing her happy.

"Alright then." He chuckled. "...but where to first?" He asked her with curiosity.

"To Egypt first, then we'll go from there to see many cultures, sites, and try the local foods. So you better leave some room on your stomach ok." The brunette teased him by poking on his stomach which they're solid from his abs.

"Oh have you been there?" He wondered how many places she has been to?

"Yeah, a few times for my internship. I am a student at the university I attend. I am double majoring in Ancient Civilization History and Culture Anthropology." She said.

"Wow, you must be smart or wealthy to have an education like that." Eren was impressed.

"You can say in a way I'm smart and as being wealthy; no. My grandmother on my mom's side is wealthy. She's the one who paid my tuition. I won't inherit anything until she passes away which I hope she lives a bit longer…" Her tone became sad when she mentioned her grandmother.

"What's wrong with your grandmother?" He asked in a concerning tone.

"She was diagnosed with a fatal illness five years ago. She had been strong to fight it; but before I came here, the same disease came back again and I have been taking care of her. I'm her only family she ever has. My mom died when I was very young from a terrible tragedy. I don't think I want to talk about it. It still gives me nightmares. Let's just say I was the only survivor." He can relate the pain of losing a mother. Eren still has those nightmares of his mother getting eaten by the titan.

"I'm sorry to hear that. Did she pass away?" He added.

"Not yet, but I wish she would because all it does is make her suffer. She was always in pain. I hope I get to see her again before it's too late…" He can see her tears forming.

"You should do that. Go to her before you would regret it not going sooner." Eren said.

Eve sighs. "If I could, I would. It's just hard to go see her now." Her tone sounded vague the way her response was to him. "Can we change a different topic?" She said. Eren nodded.

"Then what would be the last stop on our journey in seeing the whole world?" He gave a smile in letting her know her request was his command.

"My hometown." Eve gave a small smile.

"And where would that be? This place is called New York City?" He remembered she had mentioned before.

"No, but we can also visit there too. New York is where I had lived since I was 12. My hometown is on a different island. Ha'ena on the island of Kauai of the Hawaiian State is where I was born and raised until age of 4. It's full of lush green mountains. It's more like a tropical jungle when you hike there. There are many cascading waterfalls and the beaches are clear white sands along the water crystal clear transparent blue. Basically it's a true paradise. I get it why my parents had settled there when they just got married." The way her eyes lit when she described her home; Eren wants to see this haven place. Hopefully, one day.

"We'll go there after I finish my business. Just me and you." He pulled her closer to nuzzle his nose on her neck which she began to giggle from how ticklish.

"Eren your nose is tickling me." She continued laughing. He smirked. "Oh am I? Then I will tickle you more." This time he uses his fingers to tickle her sides while making a nom nom sound on her neck with his lips. Both laugh and enjoy their little game.

(End Flashback)

He had already reached another town. Eren went to a post center and before he slipped the letter into the box, a hand was placed on his shoulder. The titan holder was alarmed and removed it from his shoulder as he turned to face his opponent.

"Are you Eren Jaeger?" A man with foreign accent said to him. The dark haired man raised his brow.

"Do I know you?" His tone was cautious. Eren doesn't trust strangers easily.

"No, but your friend Armin had mentioned about you and your help to us." Now Eren slowly dropped his guard. He looks around in case someone was eavesdropping.

"Let's go somewhere safe to talk." He said. The man with a hood nodded in agreement then both walked to a safe location. Once they get comfortable talking, Eren begins to speak freely.

"You must be an assassin that most of my old friends had joined." He said.

"Yes, I'm an assassin. My mentor had sent me to you to help out find the two Commanders. If we're lucky, we might find the rest of the garrison and military police regiments." The assassin explained to Eren.

"Alright, but we'll need very good disguises. I'm very noticeable and it seems you are too." He said.

"Let me introduce myself since it's rude of me if you don't know my name. My name is Ratonhnhaké:ton or Connor Kenway as what people prefer to call me by." The mysterious assassin said.

(Levi)

Slowly, his eyes open to see the room white and so bright that he could go blind soon. "Damn it why is this strange place so fucking bright?" He groaned. Seriously, can they lower it? Fuck, his head is throbbing loud.

"Ah good evening Levi Ackerman. I'm Davos Andersen, the head scientist of the Animus Program." Dr. Andersen introduced himself.

Levi glared at the scientist. He was about to attack him, but something very hard and metallic restrained him from moving on both his wrists and ankles. Levi feels the cold hard surface table he was laying on it. Over his head where its level on his eyes, a clear glass like hovers too closely for his liking.

"Where am I? What did you bastards do to me? Where's my wife, Historia? If you fucking hurt her you piece of shits; I will gut you with my blades." Levi is trying to wiggle while threatening at the scientist and his crew. Most of the crew stepped back in fear which satisfied him. Good, they better be scared.

"Please, Mr. Ackerman. I would appreciate it if you wouldn't scare my coworkers. They are just doing their job. As for your wife, I think you're confused. Historia is the king's wife. Anyways, you're in an animus room which we built here in the dungeon area. We just put you to sleep to make sure you don't escape or try to slaughter us. Mr. Jaeger had warned us how dangerous you and your bloodline from your matrilineal side are. Today, this is very exciting. This machine will show your DNA memories of your ancestors. Since we have enough data from your assassin's bloodline through your grandfather, your deceased uncle, Desmond Miles. We can look it up later since my boss wants to know more about this Ackerman bloodline. Are you ready for this exciting adventure?" His light blue eyes sparkled.

Is this guy for real? He better not make him as a science subject like when Four-Eyes made Eren as one for Titan science.

"No, I'm fucking not!" He growls as his eyes glow silver. Everyone felt jumpy when they saw his eyes. The scientist jumped too but giggled with excitement. Holy shit, this guy is like the male version of Hange when she gets too excited with anything titan related.

"Oh my, you are such a majestic creature." Davos grinned.

"Shut up you fucking human! Once I break away, I will galdly rip you into pieces and devour you. I'm a titan, superior to you lowly humans." Iapetus came out to take control. He had enough of these weaklings.

"Gale, right down this observation. We're going to have a field day." The scientist whispered at his coworker. In the background, Iapetus growls animalistic. These metal cuffs were hard to break. They were made especially for him.

"Alright, Levi we'll begin the data so have a great time on your adventure." Before Iapetus/Levi say anything, their view becomes dark again until a disembodied voice is heard.

Welcome to the Animus Project. New DNA. Levi Ackerman aka Subject 18. Activate.

A/N: I'm just gonna leave it like that for the next chapter lol. I know I know, once again I'm cruel because Levi and Historia finally were reunited but that was short as they got separated again. But there are sweet moments from my other favorite ship, Reikasa. Finally, we have some Armin in it and Annie. There will be more of them in future chapters. Yes, Connor Kenway had made his appearance which there will be more details how and why he's there in the modern time. Eren had slowly acknowledged that his plan was not a good idea. How will his former comrades take once they find out he joined on their side. Levi has finally become Abstergo's latest subject. I'm happy from the reviews I received from AO3 and Fanfiction. You guys always made my day. For those who kudos, thank you. This made my heart happy. All of you are amazing for your support in so many ways. I hope this new chapter will satisfy you until the next one. See you later until next time!