A/N) I don't posses the correct words in my vocabulary to express how deeply sorry I am. That thing called life kind of happened, and then everything kind of went to hell with it. So, I can't say that I am sorry enough. I know all of you are very patient and very kind, but all of you who are writers no how frustrating it is to make your readers wait. It makes you feel super terrible! So I am not going to waste your time with words and what not, just give you my sincerest apologies and give you this chapter. Hopefully, you won't have to wait long for the next one, it's already half done. Here is to hoping.

Levi wouldn't ever get tired of waking up to amazing smells. He would, however, like to not wake up to an empty bed. The place where Eren should be, was cold, meaning he had been gone for awhile. Levi huffed childishly. He threw his legs over the side of the bed, and stretched. He felt the old in his back. Today was his dreaded birthday. One year older, and closer to death. Thank god he didn't have a dangerous job where his life was on the line everyday. He grabbed his shirt, and limped his way out the room and down the stairs.

Eren heard the tell take clunk of the cast, and ran to meet Levi at the stairs. "I was just coming to get you. Happy birthday, Levi." Eren gave him a soft kiss, and helped him into the kitchen. When he was settled, Eren went to grab his tea, and sat the cup in front of him.

"Are you making French Toast?" Levi asked.

"Yes. Your favorite, for your birthday."

"Have I told you lately that I adore you?"

"Mmm, not lately," he walked over, and bent down in front of Levi "but you could show me."

Levi caught Eren's lips in an intense kiss. Their tongues fighting for dominance until Eren gave and moaned softly. He was so grateful everyone was still asleep. It felt like it was just them, at home, except this time they couldn't just bang on the kitchen table. Though the thought crossed his mind. He pulled back "Don't want to burn breakfast."

Levi growled "Fuck breakfast! I'm about to burn through my sleep pants with my hard on."

"Later, silly. Everyone will be up soon. You will get birthday sex later."

Speak of the devil, Armin and Erwin came walking in. Armin immediately went to get coffee, that Eren had set out. He took a long drink "Oh man, that's good. Morning Eren."

"Morning Armin, Erwin. Breakfast is almost done."

"Happy birthday, Levi." Erwin said to his best friend.

"Hmph." was Levi's only response.

The front door opened, followed by two voices.

"Oh Mikasa and Hange are back." Eren said.

"Where did they go on Christmas?" Levi asked.

"A nice refreshing walk." Hange answered "it snowed outside, so we wanted to enjoy it."

Levi perked up. Snow was beautiful. It was pure, white, and perfect. He loved to watch it fall, and cover the ground in it's perfect magnificence.

Mikasa walked over, and kissed Levi's forehead "Happy birthday, Uncle."

There was a knock on the door. Carla called from the hallway "I'll get it." She knew it was Hannes. Even though they celebrated Christmas yesterday, she didn't want him spending the day alone.

Once everyone was in the kitchen, Eren set plate upon plate of French toast on the table "Levi goes first. Then everyone else can grab some."

"Everyone else? I think you better make more Eren." Erwin said with a laugh.

"Shut up Erwin. I won't eat it all, this time." Levi said with a smirk.

After all the French toast was gone, Hannes leaned back on his seat "Man Eren. That was really good. Levi, you are a lucky man to have such a talented boyfriend."

Erwin choked on his coffee.

Armin patted his back "Woah! Are you alright?"

Erwin coughed "Wrong pipe." He had remembered a conversation with Levi about just how "talented" Eren was. That's a story for another time, but it was a hell of a time to remember it.

Levi smirked "Don't I know it?"

"Okay! I can't hold on any longer. Levi get dressed, it's present time!" Eren said excitedly.

Levi gave Eren a curious look "Dressed for my present?"

"You ask a lot of questions. Erwin, take him upstairs, while I start the dishes."

"You got it." Erwin said "Let's go Levi"

As they walked to the room, Levi began to chuckle "Remember something at the wrong time there, Erwin?"

"Shut up! That was totally inappropriate. I can't believe I thought about our conversation at that time."

Levi just laughed.

Eren was trying to keep himself busy. He was so nervous. The gift was big, but he put a lot of thought and energy into it. A lot of energy!

"Calm down Eren. He's going to love it." Armin said, watching his friend melt down, and seconds away from a panic attack.

"You think so? I hope to make this the best birthday ever."

"You are making this day all about him, it's special already."

"Thanks." Eren flinched when he heard Levi clunking down the stairs. He ran over to him and smiled. "Let's go! You won't have to go far." He handed Levi his crutches, and they walked outside into the cold.

Levi was drawn to the icy feel against his cheeks. He saw the snow falling gently to the ground, and was captivated by the pure white beauty of it. It wasn't until they rounded to the driveway, that his eyes saw a very large tarp, with a big bow on the top "What is this?"

Eren smiled "Why don't you pull that tarp off, and tell me?" He helped Levi walk over to the front of the present.

Levi pulled the tarp off quickly, and his eyes widened when he saw the familiar cherry red color. "My Mustang? Is this my Cherry bomb?" Cherry bomb was the name Levi had given his car.

Eren nodded "Happy birthday, Levi."

Levi was in complete disbelief "But.. I thought she was beyond repair!"

"It took a couple of cashed in favors, several death threats, and having Erwin flex his lawyer muscle, but we got it fixed."

Levi looked on the verge of tears. He loved his car, and wasn't keen on finding another. His mustang was his pride and joy. The one thing he swore he would get himself if he ever got rich. And now, here she was, in perfect working condition. "I don't know what to say."

"One more thing," Eren walked him over to look on the side, there on the back door was the Wings of Freedom "that's my painting. They scanned it, made a decal, and placed it on your car."

Levi's jaw dropped "Eren...it's beautiful. Now, I can always have your art with me. I love it, thank you." He hugged Eren tight.

The boy laid his head on top of Levi's "Happy birthday."

"I don't deserve someone as wonderful as you. I don't know what to say." He pulled back to look up at Eren.

The boy laid their foreheads together "I just wanted your birthday to be special. I'm happy seeing you smile."

"How could I not? You are so good to me. Eren...I...I can honestly say, I love you."

Eren's eyes went wide, but before he could even process what was said, his lips were caught in a gentle kiss.