Don't Die - Levi x Reader {Book 1}

Chapter 46

They managed to deliver all of their boxes in just a few trips. The walk to the castle and back was a bit long but (Y/N) didn't mind. She was grateful for the movement. She needed the time to shift her mind off of herself and onto Levi. Her part was done. Now he would be forced to go through the same pain... (Y/N) was determined to be there with him for every second.

She knew that Levi's experience might even be more difficult than hers. Instead of just one room to empty, Levi had two.

(Y/N) hadn't seen Isabel's room since the day she'd done her orientation. She had no idea what was in store for them.

She looked to Levi. He was setting down the final box at the foot of their new bed. The sight was both thrilling and horrifying. Putting down the final box from her room meant that her journey was done, that her move was complete. But it also meant that Levi's was just beginning.

(Y/N) crept closer to him and placed her hands on his back. She slid her fingers down and over his shoulder blades and then twisted him to face her.

(Y/N) looked up at him, seeing that his features were all hard lines. She thought it looked like he'd turned to stone.

Her hand automatically went to his face and she began to smooth away the tension. Ever so slowly, she saw him start to relax until, eventually, he moved into her, leaning his head on her shoulder.

(Y/N) ran her fingers through his hair. She'd wait as long as she needed to. Levi had done the same for her.

After a few minutes, (Y/N) felt his breathing slow to a steady rate and it wasn't long until he pulled back. She met his gaze, waiting for him to speak.

"Let's go."

(Y/N) nodded and ran her fingers through his hair one last time.

"Do you want to start with Isabel's room or yours?"

Levi shuddered but kept his voice strong.

"Isabel's."

(Y/N) nodded again and took his hand in hers. She tugged lightly and Levi followed behind her as they left the room.

(Y/N) dragged them to a supply closet before they headed for the barracks again. They'd need more boxes. She rummaged around on the shelves until she found what they needed. Levi took a few and (Y/N) carried her share. Hopefully, they would have enough to pack away everything in both rooms.

Their walk to the dorms was silent. (Y/N) kept a close watch on Levi's features the entire time. His brows were furrowed and there was a small frown on his lips but other than that she saw no signs of turmoil. She hoped it would stay that way.

It felt strange to go to the front door of the barracks rather than the back. Both of them had taken that path for so long that it was almost instinct. But neither of them would ever be entering through the back door again.

(Y/N) approached first, pushing open the door and making sure everything was clear. They'd have to be careful in the halls. It wouldn't be a surprise if some girls had already returned from dinner.

(Y/N) saw no one and she reached back for Levi's hand. He took it without question.

(Y/N) led Levi through the halls and realized that he'd probably never even seen Isabel's room. She wasn't sure if that was better or worse.

They made a few turns but (Y/N) knew that Isabel's room wasn't very far from the front door. They'd be there any second.

Finally, the door came into sight and (Y/N) slowed their pace until they finally came to a stop. Levi looked at her, a silent question in his eyes. This is it?