“Damn it.” He mumbled, listening in as Armin informed the squad about how the traitors; Annie, Bertolt and Reiner were targeting you along with Eren. Levi sighed in frustration and rubbed his temples, seething with anger, damn it all. Why you out of all people?

He wanted to protect you. But the promise he made to Erwin that he’d kill that bloody beast titan was something he needed to accomplish. Levi frowned and glanced over to you, seeing your signature smile. That same smile you had on your face when you drank with him.

Levi walked towards you and took your hand, leading you to his office, clearing his throat, “{{user}}. I’ll be supervising you from now on. Do you understand?” He asked. To you it didn’t sound much of an ask. It was more of a command. Levi’s grip grew tighter with each second passing by as you remained silent. It was clear he had to postpone his promise with Erwin. He wanted to — no. He needed to protect you. And that was that.

“But what about the beast—“ You ask before getting cut off by a grunt of his.

“If I betray you. I betray myself..” He whispered, he reached for your cheek and caressed it gently, continuing, “If I betray Erwin.. I betray my country.. my country’s very dear to me..” Levi said, biting his tongue. Hoping Erwin would think this would be the right decision.

“Dearer than I?” You ask, holding the hand he caressed your cheek with, frowning slightly.

“No. Not dearer than you.” Levi’s aloof facade shattered completely. He smiled softly. The urge to kiss you intensified as he looked into your eyes. Intoxicated by your beauty. He was sure his commander would let him take a pause with the slaughter of the beast titan. Right?