Chapter 20

Eren continues with the conversation and says, "There are some times I am thinking if that attack is necessary since the Rumbling will destroy Liberio in the end, and there are also times I think there is going to be a peaceful way to end this without having a war. But sadly, the second option is never going to happen. After that hearing, Gloria met me and brings me to the other nations, hoping that either nation would hear us out. If only they hear us out, they wouldn't have attended the speech during that day."

Gloria says, "Having peace with Eldians is never an option during that time, and I was the one who contacted Zeke and bring Eren to Fort Salta. There, Eren met Falco and began the plan of the attack on Liberio."

"Yeah, I can't forgive that you used me all this time..." Falco glares at Eren.

"And I'm thankful for that. Especially that time since you brought Reiner in front of me. How much do you remember the conversation that we had there?" Eren asks Falco, who flinches.

Gabi turns to Falco and asks, "Is there something you haven't told us? Falco?"

Falco says, "After bringing Reiner to where Eren Yeager is located, he claimed Reiner to be an old friend... he asked Reiner why his mother was eaten by a Titan... why did he break the walls, and he said that he's the same as Reiner... Reiner was also traumatized and he wanted Eren Yeager to kill him."

Eren closes his eyes and says, "He definitely is traumatized. He stayed on Paradis Island, only to find that across the sea, inside the walls, everyone is the same. But we being devils have been drilled into your minds, it's true that all we did is return the favor. The attack that we've done to your hometown was never as horrible as you guys did to ours. You claimed that I killed your two friends, I could tell you, Reiner killed hundreds of my friends. No, it's not just Reiner, the whole world shares the blame. Reiner was also a victim, like all of us. That's why I gave Eldians the warning before I finally get to start the Rumbling."

Aya says, "And let us tell you why we are revived. The nation's military is gathering again, they plan to destroy the island once and for all. It's true that Armin and your so-called Alliance have been trying to ease the tension, but at what cost? There are no more Wall Titans and Founding Titans, so the second Rumbling will never happen again. But Paradis Island is still behind the other nations when it comes to technology. If we want to survive, the only way is to get back the Titans."

"And how do you know for sure that Marley is one of the nations that are trying to attack Paradis Island?" Levi asks.

"We have to torture some spies from Zweiflusse." Petra replies. "They reveal that Marley was the one who provided the virus to their nation so that they could spread it on our island to damage our military."

"But what if they are trying to blame Marley? Marley was never on good terms with other nations." Falco asks.

"And that's why we're here, we're going to see if they are telling the truth." Jean says. "Right now we have 5 Titans here, and the Colossal, Beast, and Jaws are back on Paradis Island so that they could defend our island while we're here."

"So that means you are also a Titan Shifter as well?" Gabi looks at Jean, and he says, "Yes, I'm now the Armored Titan. Although I'm still trying to control it."

Gloria says, "Now with us being the Titans, there is no such thing as the Curse anymore. The Titan powers will die when we die instead. And with the permission of Founder Ymir, all of us have unlocked the full power of the Titans that not even the world knows about."

"What do you mean by that?" Levi asks.

Eren says, "For example. The Attack Titan can manipulate time, which now makes me even faster than an Ackermann should be. The Female Titan can also petrify enemies just with a blink, the Armored Titan can also protect soldiers by creating light shields, and so on."

Before Eren can continue, Freiheit gives a loud cry before landing on Eren's hand. Jean says, "Isn't that your pet bird?"

"What does he say?" Katrina asks.

Eren is talking to the bird and he says, "Our mission is done, tomorrow morning we shall return to Paradis Island."

Falco turns to Mikasa and asks, "Ms. Mikasa. Is Eren Yeager seriously talking to a bird?"

"He has a name, and that's Fierheit. It turns out that after doing the Rumbling, Eren has this bird spying on us. That was why he was able to hear what we said and bring us to paths back at that time." Mikasa says.

"Tch. So that's why..." Levi mutters.

And back to the soldiers, Aya says, "So that means it's true that Marley is involved in this war."

"Considering that Marley really needed the resources of Paradis Island, it is no wonder they would try any means to make sure that they get the island." Odom shakes his head.

"So is it true that the war is coming, Papa?" Fay asks with a scared tone.

"The war seems to be inevitable. But I promise, we will make sure that you live in a world without needing to worry about war. And that's why the devils have returned to help Paradis Island." Eren says.

"And I just can't wait to join the National Military to fight!" Erich says.

Gloria says, "Right now it is late, we should head back to my residence. But also stay on guard, the last thing we want is to be attacked during the night."

The soldiers all give the salute before leaving, and before they can leave, Gabi says, "Wait!"

Eren and the others turn around, and Gabi says, "I still can't forgive you for what you've done, but I think we could understand your reasons behind it and the anger for the world... so that's why... we wanted to help you."

This causes them to be surprised, Jean asks, "And why do you want to help us? Won't it be better if you stay here and pretend that nothing has happened?"

Falco says, "Eren Yeager-" Eren says, "Just call me Kruger like you used to. I already dropped the Yeager name since it can't exist anymore."

"Okay. We used to think that if we be good Eldians, the world would have forgiven us for the horrors that we've done... and that made us cowards who refused to fight back the cruel reality. And since our parents died because of old age and sickness, we really had nowhere to go except for visiting Mr. Levi at the care center." Falco says.

Eren says, "Even if you're a good Eldian, you are only made as a pawn for the world to turn us against each other. Didn't your friend Pieck use to say this? Even if you're Honorary Marleyan, you're still Eldians. As long as that remains the fact, the world will never accept those who can turn into Titans. And why has Eldian sinned in the past? And what caused the Great Titan war in the first place? History is made by the victors. And to make sure they stay supreme, they will ignore the wrongdoings and blame everything on the enemy instead."

"And what do you mean by that?" Falco asks.

Gloria says, "My uncle did reveal a little part of the truth, but he left most of it because he wanted the nations to join Marley's side. The nation of Eldia used the Titan powers to cultivate lands, build bridges, giving fortune. The other nations wanted the powers so that they can become supreme, and that's why they started the war on Eldia. Eldia did fight back and in the process, they did manage to kill a lot of people."

Aya says, "If Eldia really conquered all the nations in the past, then Marley shouldn't have existed since Eldia has already conquered it. The other nations wouldn't exist as well. Marley kept attacking Eldia for thousands of years, and in the end, King Karl Fritz, the 145th king, couldn't see it anymore. He plotted with the Tybur Family and caused the power of the 8 to fight against each other, eventually giving away the Titan power to Marley in the end."

Eren says, "This should have been the real history. Those who inherit the power of Titans should know it. Why do you think Reiner can't tell this information to others?"

Gabi and Falco are trying to process the new information, and Falco asks, "Is it because he wanted to protect?"

"You are correct. All of you believed in the Marley version of history, and if the higher-ups learn that you know the true history, it will not just be him, his family and friends will also be involved and killed." Eren says. "The past Attack Titan holders before me have formed the Eldia Restorationists because they aren't scared for revealing the truth to followers and bring back what Marley stole from us. The power of Titans, and the glory as Eldians."

Falco says, "My uncle used to be a member of the Eldian Restorationists, and he was sent to Paradis because of Zeke's betrayal. If protecting Eldia is his wish, then I want to help out."

Gabi says, "There is still a part of me that believes that what you said is wrong, but that was just me wanting to escape the harsh reality. That's why I am going to help you as well."

Eren nods and Petra turns to Levi, "What about you, Captain?"

"With my state right now, I don't think I can fight like I used to. The Titan powers have returned, but the Ackermann powers haven't. However, I definitely wanted to see Erwin again." Levi says.

"Of course, we'll let you see Commander Erwin again." Eren says. "As for what happened to Hange, I'm sorry about her death, but I'm also not at the same time."

"And what do you mean by that?" Levi glares at Eren. Eren says, "As I told Mikasa and Jean before, I try to beg her for finding another solution instead of doing the Rumbling, but all she did was dismiss me and said that I'm still in the rebellious phase, and then plotting with Premier Zachary and the Military to have me fed into a Titan. And as I said, I have Fierheit watched over you guys, and I heard that she didn't even care about the safety of the island and planned to dump the fault on the children. Those two pretty much confirmed to me."

Seeing Jean and Mikasa lowering their heads, Levi sighs, "Fair enough. I don't blame you for hating Four-eyes because of it. I only followed because my goal was just to kill Zeke and fulfill Erwin's promise. Other than that, I don't actually care. I still hated that Female Titan bitch for killing my squad, I only tolerated her because you guys wanted me to."

The others nod before Gabi and Falco bring Levi back to the care center so they could pack their stuff.

Here is a new chapter, and in this chapter, Gabi and Falco are going to join Eren's side and help protect the island. As for the other alliance members, you'll just need to wait and see. I hope you like this chapter.