Ok chapter 3 is here people!

Sorry for leaving you to wait for so long with an update. I've been busy with other story ideas, family drama and coming up with new ideas

Here we see Mikasa move in with Levi and the rest of the survey core

warning fluff and maternal Levi so...prepare your Kokoro

I like to think Hanji would act as a mother figure to Mikasa and help her find light in her life again

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Levi got out of the carriage quietly as they approached and stopped outside headquarters. It had been a long journey and both of them had napped on the way here leaving them feeling a little bit refreshed than before.

He already knew Hanji would throw a fit upon meeting Mikasa in person. The woman got excited about titans on a daily basis but had a love for cute things too. She could act semi normal sometimes but was generally a weird.

Mikasa despite her cold persona after her tragic situation; was a very cute child. She had pretty dark eyes, silky black hair and an air of innocence to her. No doubt when she was older she would have men kneeling at her feet and kissing up to her.

However as long as she was under his care she would not be dating until she was at least 16-17. She was his niece and ward; she would be protected and cared for until he felt she was ready for relationships. The man or woman (if she batted that way) would have to be worthy of her affections.

He peered down at her quietly. Despite her trauma and cold aura radiating from her. She was still able to retain some form of beauty and innocence about her. Something he would try and retain for as long as possible.

He wanted her to have a semi normal childhood despite the fact she would be enrolled into training at 13. Within those three years he wanted her to enjoy being a child for as long as possible.

He helped Mikasa down quietly so she wouldn't fall; she was still visibly shaken and that crying would have worn her out What little energy she would have had left was now gone due to her sobbing fit earlier.

Her clothes were filthy and he would ask Erwin about getting her some new ones. Her dress was covered in dirt and blood; her scarf being the only clean thing she was wearing. She had been gripping it and burying her nose in it the entire journey.

He would never understand her attachment to the scarf around her neck but he didn't question it. Humans were odd like that; becoming attached to items that held sentimental value.

"You'll need to take a bath first and some clean clothes. But then we'll eat ok?" Levi said sternly. He would not be sharing a bed with her unless she was clean all over. He took pride in the way he kept his quarters and she would soon learn that.

He had a strict rule about hygiene and she would learn to understand this while living with him. He would also teach her about cleaning and how to make it to his standards.

She would not be allowed near filth by any means; not mud, not dust and not dirt whatsoever. He knew kids got filthy easily but she would learn he would not tolerate such things at all.

Mikasa looked up at him with her big black eyes and nodded. She then looked around at her new surroundings her eyes wide with curiosity. She was used to looking at trees and countryside but this was very different.

They were at a giant castle that was old and somewhat falling apart; there were forests and large trees yet villages and cobblestones. Yet it was still in some form of good state; but it had been here for a long time.

There were horses in the stable; she would hope to meet them eventually and lit candles inside. It looked haunting yet homely; making her afraid and yet comforted at the same time.

She gripped her hands hesitantly and stared at her new home quietly. It felt strange and different; but she knew she would get used to it in time. It didn't seem like a bad place and she felt in no form of danger.

This man was strange and indifferent; yet she could sense a warmth and kindness about him hidden away. She had a feeling he was showing he cared in his own way but didn't know how to show it.

She hesitantly reached out and gripped his leg for comfort but made sure not to squeeze him. She didn't know where she was supposed to go or where she was. She was relying on him for support.

Levi looked down at her quietly his eyes gentle and understanding. While he was not a fan of dirt or filth he would allow it. She was in a new place that was unfamiliar and she was scared.

He sighed heavily putting aside his dislike of dirt. She had been cleaned up at the Yeager house so she was not exactly covered in dirt but she would need a real bath before bed.

He knelt down and picked up the young girl causing her to cry out in surprise. She stabilized herself before pressing her hands against his chest. She was so small and bony for her age; she needed fattening up a healthier weight that was for sure.

He gazed into her eyes with his own dull blue orbs "The people here are friendly. Some of them are odd and quite a few have a pole stuck up their ass. But they are good people and will be like family to you" Levi explained.

Erwin would be intimidating for Mikasa and would seem a little bossy. But he was a good man and a very intelligent person. However, he was a person Levi greatly respected.

Hanji was indeed bat shit insane and known for having outbursts of various emotions. But she was a kind woman and very protective over those she cared for. Capable of sulking and even getting stressed out like normal people.

She would no doubt quickly grow attached to Mikasa and no doubt fawn over the girl. But if someone should so much as touch a hair on her head she would kill them. Hanji wasn't one of the scariest people in the core for no reason.

Mikasa nodded quietly but her expression softened. She could tell he wasn't lying to her and she trusted him. She was scared and yet excited to meet the people she would be living with.

Inside

Levi walked down the candlelit halls quietly holding Mikasa close to him. A few of the other soldiers had stared in confusion at them but said nothing. They wouldn't dare approach Levi as they knew he would mean business.

Asians were a rare breed after being hunted down and killed by the king. Next to himself nobody had such slick fine black hair or a pale composure. To see a child with such physical attributes would be very surprising for them. However, if they got any funny ideas he would not hesitate in raising his sword to them.

Suddenly loud and fast footsteps were heard coming towards them. They were approaching in a sprint and he knew who it was without having to ask. "LEEEEEVIIIII!" Hanji cried out happily rushing towards them. She was really glad he was back she had so many questions to ask.

Levi dodged out of the way crossly. For a grown ass woman, she was very excitable and like dealing with a small child. Plus, if she had knocked into him she would have hurt Mikasa. God knows the poor girl already had some wounds as it was already.

Hanji's face slammed into the floor hard making Levi wince a little. As she landed she made aloud oof and some grumbles of discomfort. She eventually looked up at Levi pouting crossly.

"That was mean Levi; I was just saying hello" she muttered crossly her eyes annoyed. Why was he always such a grumpy sod? Couldn't he allow just one hug. She knew he was a clean freak but this was just mean.

"Then why not just say it shitty glasses? Or are you so used to speaking to titans that you can no longer act normal?" he asked bluntly. Did she need knew glasses? Had she not seen the child he was carrying?

Hanji pouted and picked herself up quietly dusting herself off a little. Just once she would love it if Levi would humour her and let her shower him in affection. They had worked together for a year now.

She then noticed the small child Levi was holding close to his person; his arm holding her protectively. She appeared to be about 9-10 years of age and of Asian descent like himself.

She approached the two quietly gazing at the young girl. She had such silky black hair and beautiful black eyes. She had never seen anyone with such genetic make-up before.

Hanji smiled fondly and leaned forward gazing at the younger female "Who's this little cutie?" she asked curiously her eyes gentle and kind. God what a little angel; it made her maternal instincts tingle a little.

Mikasa blushed at the compliment and gripped Levi's jacket cowering away a little. She wasn't used to people talking about her appearance. Usually the only people to say such things were her parents. She had never really heard anyone else say such kind things to her.

But this woman seemed kind and her uncle seemed to know her in some way. She didn't sense any bad feelings whatsoever around this woman but she did feel shy. She never really had any friends growing up as her family had been quite isolated from others.

Levi softened and looked down at Mikasa quietly tightening his grip a little "You remember Erwin saying how I had a half-sister living in the outer area of Shiganshina" he explained calmly.

Hanji blinked and nodded "Oh yeah; I recall him talking about that…." She said thoughtfully. Her eyes widened in shock and she stared at Mikasa in amazement then up at Levi.

"You mean…this girl…. she's…" Hanji said in surprise unable to believe it. She could see some form of resemblance in appearance with the two of them though she was somewhat in awe of the whole situation.

They both had silky black hair and very youthful appearances despite their biological age. Mikasa was but 10 years old but she looked much younger than she seemed; at a guess, she would say 7.

Though her eyes were naturally black they had a gleam of bluish grey to them similar to that of Levi. They had the same chin structure and some slight facial resemblance. Yes, they were indeed related to one another.

Levi sighed heavily and nodded "She's my niece. She'll be living with us from now on and once she is old enough will join the survey core" she explained sternly. Though it would take some getting used to having a child around.

Hanji went quiet for a while before her eyes lit up with delight. Who knew such a little angel could be relate to the clean freak, moody ass napoleon that was Levi Ackerman.

"She's so cute! God what a little angel! Hard to believe she's related to such a bad mouthed clean freak" Hanji teased playfully. They seemed so different in comparison; however she hoped Mikasa wouldn't be as grumpy as him.

Mikasa stifled a laugh upon hearing this Hanji woman say such things. Who knew her uncle had such strange personality traits; it was rather funny. However she could see her uncle was not so pleased.

Levi glared at Hanji crossly; she really needed to learn when to keep her damn mouth shut. Just what kind of shit did she like spouting from her face. Had she no filter when it came to what she should keep to herself?

"I'm going to give her a bath. Could you get her some clean clothes and some food? We didn't exactly have time to stick around" he explained his tone non-argumentative. He didn't want her staying in these dirty blood covered clothes for much longer; it made him cringe.

Hanji straightened up and nodded "Sure thing. A girl her age needs all the nutrients she can get to grow big and strong. I'm pretty sure Erwin thought ahead on the whole clothing aspect anyway".

With that Hanji walked away quietly but not before ruffling Mikasa's hair affectionately and smirking at Levi. He would certainly have his work cut out for him. But she would be here to help if need be.

Mikasa blinked and watched the woman go. She was odd just like Levi had said but she was indeed a nice person but still odd. "Uncle Levi?" she asked curiously. She was still a little curious to what Hanji had meant when she said those mean things to Levi.

"Hmm?" Levi said casually looking down at her waiting for what may be on her mind. He really hoped Hanji wouldn't put funny ideas into Mikasa's head as she grew up; that would be no end of hell for him.

"What did that lady mean by all those things? About you having a bad mouth and cleaning?" she asked curiously. His mouth seemed fine; I mean he was a little grumpy and not very expressive but he wasn't mean. So why would she say he had a bad mouth?

Levi stiffened and clicked his teeth; he had expected this when Hanji ran her mouth. Now Mikasa would ask all sorts of weird shit. God he would get her back for this eventually.

"You see Mikasa; your uncle Levi has a short fuse and tends to lose his temper easily. When people annoy me, are bad people, or get on my nerves my loose tongue starts up. I say bad words and insult people because I don't like them" he explained.

That was a sugar-coated version of why he cursed like a sailor and was depicted as an asshole. But he wouldn't dare say that to his ten-year-old niece who was at an impressionable age.

Mikasa simply blinked at stared at him quietly. She wasn't overly surprised; she was used to seeing people with a bad temper. She remembered how Eren had acted when he saved her life.

Carla Yeager his mother, had said Eren used a lot of bad words for someone his age. She would often scold him for such things. But deep down he was a good kid if not someone temperamental.

She had yet to meet people she didn't like or didn't get along with since she didn't have any friends. But over time she felt like she would and might even say some things she shouldn't to them.

"So, you say things you shouldn't or speak honestly on how you feel about them and people don't agree?" she said abruptly. But didn't all people do that? I mean you couldn't get along with every person you met, right?

Levi blinked in surprise; yep she was an Ackerman. She held mental intelligence and maturity that was far beyond her normal age. There was no doubting she was his flesh and blood.

He nodded "Yes. As for my cleaning, you see Uncle Levi didn't always live in a nice place like this. He used to live somewhere bad. It was cold, dirty, dangerous and miserable. Uncle Levi lived a very hard life and he couldn't look after himself well. Because of this I came to hate dirt and like to keep things clean" he explained.

Again, sugar coating it for the sake of her innocence. He lived in the underground; also, known as the hidden hell underneath the capitol city that people forgot. A place he hoped she would never learn about or ever see.

His mother had been a prostitute and had been accidentally impregnated with Levi but chose to keep him. They lived in a small room and she could barely look after herself let alone Levi.

She gave everything she had to Levi; food, water, clothes, whatever she could get her hands on. She eventually died from starvation and `multiple bugs that were laying around due to the filth.

She had bathed Levi with what little water they had and then would bathe herself in what water was left over. Like a good mother, she put Levi first above her own wellbeing.

Mikasa stared at him her eyes eventually becoming sad. He had suffered like she had and lost people he loved too; she could see it in his eyes. He had been as lonely as she had but now they had each wondered if he had been as sad as her during that part of his life.

She then moved closer to him and hugged him tightly "Then I'll make myself clean. Even if I get soap in my eyes and my hands wrinkle. I'll stay clean" she said sternly. If it made him happy and stopped him from thinking of his old life then she would happily do as she was told.

Levi was touched by this and his eyes became gentle and a small smile came upon his face. He patted her head gently and hummed in approval. "That's what I like to hear. You stay clean and there won't be any problems" he said in a slightly teasing tone.

He then carried her to their room in which they would share until she was older. He would bathe her first and Hanji would bring her clothes and food to his room for her to eat.

Later

Levi sat hunched over next to the tub trying to prevent any splash-back on his clothes. His sleeves were rolled up and had a cloth over his head to protect his hair as he bathed Mikasa.

She was sat in warm water that reached her knees and lapped around her in small waves. They had been able to get some more water recently meaning they had extra water levels.

She was curled up while Levi rinsed soap into her black locks quietly trying to wash out the dirt. The bath was not as filthy as you would expect but still had dirt and blood residue swirling in it.

There was a bucket of warm water beside him to rinse her off with when she was done cleaning. He wouldn't allow her to sit in that tub of filth. She was going to be cleaned to his standards to get rid of any residue.

"Am I being too rough?" Levi asked curiously as he finished the last of his massaging. He hoped he wasn't hurting her head in some way. He had been told by Hanji that he was not always good at controlling his strength.

"Nuh-uh" Mikasa replied quietly her eyes pinned to the bath bottom. He was being very gentle with her and making sure to clean all the dirt from her body which she appreciated.

Levi smiled slightly and finished his massaging her hair. She was about done and afterward she could wrap up in a warm towel. She had been very good to wait even though she may be getting cold.

He then pulled out the plug and carefully carried Mikasa out of the tub. She stood there quietly her body bruised but clean and her hair still full of suds. He then dumped a bucket of warm water on Mikasa's head causing the suds to pour off her magically. She was finally all clean.

But what hurt was looking at her broken and bruised body. Those fuckers who had kidnapped her had not cared in the least that she was a fucking child. All she had been to them was a tool, a prize for them to sell.

She had purple and blue blotches all over her body and a cut at the side of her lip. Luckily there was no internal bleeding but she was very badly hurt. The fact that he couldn't undo what happened made him angrier.

However, the worst damage was most likely to her mind from going through all of this. But he hoped that in some way she could help heal the wounds she carried in her heart.

His expression became pained and he grabbed a towel wrapping it around her small frail body. He would protect her with everything he had to ensure she never suffered like that again.

He then dried her off a little and eventually her small head poked out from under the towel. She stared at him quietly her expression looking a little happier than before. Her black eyes had lit up a little and showed some form of light. She nuzzled into the towel quietly burying her nose in it.

Levi smiled at her cute expression and ruffled the towel over her head drying her wet hair. "Feel better?" he asked fondly. He recalled how as a child his mother had done something similar as they lay in their bed sheets; she called it "Peek-a-boo"

Mikasa blinked at him and then nodded quietly. It felt nice to be clean; she didn't like having blood and dirt on her body it felt uncomfortable; the memories of what had happened to her lingering on her skin.

Levi hummed glad she was feeling better "Good; Hanji should be here soon with dinner and clothes. Can you be a good girl and wait?" he asked curiously. Things would go smoother if she listened to him.

Mikasa blinked again and then nodded obediently. She was hungry but she could wait a little while; she had been raised by her parents to be patient. Like they had said to her "Good things come to those who wait".

Levi smiled and then picked her up in her towel cocoon "Good; now let's go wait for shitty glasses ok?" he said playfully. He had to admit he was slightly enjoying playing his new uncle role.

He then carried Mikasa back into their shared room quietly. I guess it wouldn't be so bad being an uncle after all.