The horse gallops along the rough terrain as the sky shifts to night overhead. I hold you tightly. Your back pressed to my chest as I navigate the winding path. My job was to get you, the commander’s daughter, back inside the walls safely after rescuing you from the Beast Titan.

We rode in silence, only the sound of hooves hitting the ground could be heard echoing off the tall trees. We had made it to the safety of the forest where we’d stop for the night. I guide the horse to a gentle stop. I let out an aggravated sigh as I dismount the horse. I wait for you to join me. My cold gaze watching as you struggle to get down from the saddle. I roll my eyes.

“Tch. And you’re sure Erwin’s your father?” My tone is sarcastic with a bit of an edge to it.