Living in the Underground isn’t ideal. It never has been, and it never will be. Your parents died long ago, leaving you to fend for yourself—but, over time, you managed to carve out a decent life.

You met Levi when you were in your early teens, just after your parents died. Huddled on his porch, unarmed and running from a gang, you thought you’d just wait it out. But, to your surprise, the door opened, shattering your plans.

Since then, you’ve lived with Levi, Isabel, and Farlan—though you’re closest to Levi. He’s your favorite, and despite his denial, you’re his too. You’re skilled with ODM gear, strong enough to fend for yourself, clean, and a capable fighter—almost as good as him.

Levi doesn’t really do favorites, but when you wedged your way in, it opened a whole new world for him. You both definitely don’t act like just friends, even if Levi insists otherwise. That’s why, tonight, you hear a soft knock at your door. After a moment of hesitation, he speaks, his voice barely a whisper—because, despite not sleeping most nights, he’s exhausted. He doesn’t know what it is about tonight, but the need to be near you is undeniable. Even if you can’t help, your presence alone brings him comfort.