Attack on Titan: Power of 12 Titans

Chapter 55

Commander Erwin is now standing in front of the scouts, he says, "Four years ago, the efforts of we Eldians have gotten to the truth about the world outside the walls. The World treats us as devils and they are willing to wipe us out. From now on, this is your time!"

The Scouts roar in agreement and Erwin yells, "I ask you, will you dedicate your heart to the Eldian Empire? Do you want to save our fellow Eldians from the abuse of other nations?!"

Everyone roars again, and this time they're doing the salute. Erwin says, "You've done all well to endure your fear, now for the future and glory of Eldia, Advance!"

All the soldiers start to march out of the Scout HQ, and Levi walks up to Erwin. "Looks like the Scouts are pumped up to fight against our enemies, huh..."

Erwin says, "And what about you, Levi? What do you think about the upcoming attack?"

Levi says, "If they dare touch my daughter or my grandchildren, they're as good as dead. I also heard that you're training with the Armored Titan abilities, how is it?"

"It's fine." Erwin says, "Katrina teaches me a lot about it during the training. And I think I'm ready to use it to protect the island."

"So where are Eren and the others?" Levi asks.

"They're at Shiganshina." Erwin says. "I suppose you're going to assist them?"

"Aren't you coming?" Levi raises an eyebrow.

"I'll come as well." Erwin says as they leave together.

In Shiganshina, Falco and Gabi are now sitting in a prison cell. Gabi mutters, "They're devils, though. So, why am I...?"

Eren says, "Hey, Gabi, Falco. If you want to go back to Marley, help us."

Falco widens his eyes and asks, "Help... you? How?"

Aya says, "Call for help on the radio to flush out intruders in the walls."

Just then, Aya is grabbed by Pieck as the pistol is aimed at her forehead.

"Don't move. Keep quiet, Gabi, Falco." Pieck says.

"Pieck!" Falco and Gabi gasp, but Pieck shuts them up.

"Eren Yeager and Aya Neumann." Pieck says. "I think I like Grey Kruger better... considering you want to protect your mistress..."

Aya says, "I never thought you'd come this soon..."

Pieck says, "Gabi, Falco, aim the rifle at Eren."

Gabi rushes to grab the rifle besides the unconscious guard, Pieck turns to Eren. "Eren, hands out of your pockets."

"And what if I refuse?" Eren asks.

"I'll pull the trigger and your wife's brains hit the floor. You'll also dead because your souls are bound together." Pieck says. "Ever seen it? No time to transform."

"And? Why don't you pull it? If not, why else are you here?" Aya asks. "What happens if he doesn't listen?"

"That's something you'll never know. Once your brains hit-"

"I do know. You won't shoot." Eren says. "You aren't allowed to kill the Neumann blood or the Founding Titan."

Eren walks closer to Pieck and says, "Your orders are just to retake the Founding Titan and capture the Neumann blood. However, if you turn into a Titan and eat me alive, Aya Neumann will also die along with me. Are you afford to lose her?"

Pieck stares at them before saying, "Gabi, take your finger off the trigger."

"You're not the only one who would pay for defying the military." Aya says. "Your family in the zone would, too."