Chapter 1

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As Nathalia found herself being transported into an unknown world, she lay still under the tree, the whispers of the wind carrying the distant sounds of thundering hooves and panicked shouts. Her senses, heightened beyond human capability, detected the urgency in the air. Without hesitation, she rose and followed the source of the commotion.

As she moved closer, the chilling sight of two colossal figures pursuing terrified individuals came into view. The urgency of the situation became apparent, and a crimson smoke signal pierced the sky, alerting the survey corps of the imminent danger.

Nathalia observed from the shadows as the group hastened toward her, desperation etched on their faces. In the chaos, she witnessed the brutal reality of the Titans. A man, defenseless on his horse, was seized and devoured by one of the monstrous beings. Time seemed to slow as Nathalia, driven by instinct, unsheathed her long sword and invoked her stealth ability.

As the Titans closed in, Nathalia emerged from the shadows, swiftly engaging the grotesque creatures. The revelation that Titans could regenerate fueled her determination. Amid the chaos, she noticed a young girl bravely confronting one of the giants. Witnessing the girl's successful attack on the Titan's nape, Nathalia replicated the technique, claiming her first Titan kill.

Yet, the respite was short-lived. More Titans approached, their unsettling presence casting a dark shadow over the scene. In the midst of the skirmish, Nathalia's focus heightened. She fought valiantly alongside the group, killing off the approaching titans, her every move calculated and precise.

Meanwhile, within the survey corps, confusion reigned as the soldiers discovered the inexplicable demise of the Titan. No visible attacker, no apparent cause of death-only lingering mystery. The air buzzed with uncertainty as the soldiers grappled with the inexplicable event.

Just as then a man on a horse followed their pace. "Pick up the pace!" he bellowed to the two men guiding the wagon, their faces grim and determined.

"We-we're doing our best!" one of the soldiers shouted back, their wagon rattling over the uneven terrain, but still fastened their pace as the order of their Captain.

The man on the horse cast a glance over his shoulder, spotting the colossal figures of titans in pursuit. Seeing the titans being killed off one by one he sighed in relief. "Don't worry about the titans; another soldier will handle them. We can't afford to lag behind."

Just as the two soldiers attempted to inform the man on horseback about a sudden titan demise with no soldier in sight, he interrupted them, eyes widening. "Save the details." he then touched his leg when a pain struck it. With a swift motion, he spurred his horse to the front of the formation.

Minutes after the titans fell, the Survey Corps decided to rest in a clear field, cautious but relieved. Nathalia, driven by curiosity, had been trailing them since her intense battle with the titans. Remaining hidden, she observed the soldiers. Some were injured, others terrified, and a few on the brink of death.

Compelled by a compassionate heart, Nathalia couldn't stand idly by. She summoned her healing powers, intending to mend wounds, calm fears, and save lives. As the golden and green light emanated from her, she focused on aiding the wounded. Unbeknownst to her, in her healing trance, she had inadvertently left herself defenseless, unable to access her other abilities.

A vigilant soldier patrolling the area stumbled upon the mesmerizing scene. Nathalia, surrounded by ethereal light, her eyes closed in concentration, seemed like a celestial being. The soldier's jaw dropped in awe at her unearthly beauty.

However, Nathalia's moment of vulnerability was shattered when she sensed a presence lingering nearby. Her eyes snapped open, meeting the gaze of the astounded soldier. Panic washed over her as the reality of her defenseless state hit her. She had forgotten the consequences of using her healing abilities.

Stiffening, she assessed the situation, realizing her lapse in judgment. The soldier, captivated by the spectacle, remained momentarily frozen. Nathalia, regaining composure, tried to act swiftly, but the soldier's enchantment with her beauty delayed his response.

As they locked eye-contact, he snapped out of his trance, the soldier quickly did his duty. Nathalia, now defenseless and captured could only hope that her earlier act of kindness would be reciprocated, as the soldier brought her to his superiors. Surprisingly, the woman did no signs of struggling and cooperated willingly.

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