The next morning everyone bustle around, gathering their tents and belongings. It was another day out in titan territory, I had survived another day. I thought back to my parents and friends, it was something they would never know. Why did I have to survive, all alone? Why couldn't it hav-
"Rose, let's go!" Hanji shouted, breaking my train of thoughts. I dismiss the thoughts. I didn't want to start crying.
"Hanji, can I sit next to you, instead of staying in the wagon?" Too afraid of my own thoughts, I didn't want to be alone.
"Are you sure? We might be seeing some titans today."
"W-Why?"
"The closer we are to the Wall, the more titans are around it." She explained.
I've never seen a titan up-close before. Just the thought of them terrified every part of me; I couldn't imagine being only a few inches away from one. I swallowed my fear, and situated myself next to Hanji on the wagon. Right now, the more terrifying thing was to be alone.
The group finally packed up all their things; we were now beginning the journey back to Wall Rose. The group seemed to be much closer today. Hmm..probably because of the increase in titans. It was going to be a long journey back to Wall Rose. I take this time to look around, trees, rivers, and animals everywhere.
"You seem to be doing well," a dull voice said, grabbing my attention.
I turned and face where the voice was coming from. It was Corporal Levi! He was riding next to the wagon. I quickly darted my head down facing forward. Luckily he wasn't looking my way.
"Yes, thank you for saving me.."
He nodded gesturing to my thanks.
"Huh? Rose do you have a fever, your face is all red." Hanji examined my face, too close for comfort.
"Ahh nothing! I'm ok!" I said, giving a nervous reassuring smile.
"Look Levi, you made the kid feel uncomfortable!"
"Shut up Hanji," Levi retorted in his usual dull voice.
"N-no it wasn't because of Corporal Levi!" I stammered, blushing even more.
Hanji just giggled and changed the subject.
This was going to be a long ride to Wall Rose, I sighed.
Hours passed, it was already afternoon. Nothing really big happened so far, which was something I was grateful for.
"STOP!" Commander Irvin shouted.
Everyone stopped their movements. What was going on? I frantically looked around. Everyone was motionless and just kept staring in front of them. I look in the direction where everyone had their attention to. Something was coming from the horizon. What was that?
"Titans!"
My body froze in complete terror. Titans coming this way? I just stared at them in horror.
"Everyone defense stance! Levi-"Corporal Levi had already sped off towards the titans before Commander Irvin could say anymore.
Huh? He was going to fight them alone? No, it can't be. He's going to die out there! Someone has to go after him. I looked around. Not a single person made any effort to go after Corporal Levi. What were they doing?! My body couldn't move, I could only stare as Corporal Levi zip towards the titans using his 3DMG. No..!
Before I could think, both the titans have fallen. Whaa? Moments later, I saw Corporal Levi zipping back.
"All clear Chief," Corporal Levi saluted.
"Good work." Commander Irvin said.
Was I the only one surprise by this? He completely destroyed those titans, with such grace and power. The fear left my body, and was replaced by complete awe. He was beyond amazing. He gave me hope, for the future of mankind.
"I want to be like you!" I shouted my thoughts, catching everyone off guard. Oops, that wasn't supposed to be said out loud.
"Hmph, I want to see you try," Corporal Levi smirked.
I accepted that challenge with a smile. A new power awoke in me, I felt like a new person. Someone with more determination, someone with more drive. I made up my mind right there, I was going to join the Scouting Legion. I was going to fight alongside Corporal Levi, and kill all the titans!