Retrieving Footsteps [Levi x Reader]

A Watchful Eye

A few weeks later, the group had made significant progress on perfecting the crystal weapon, and excitement buzzed in the air. (Y/N), Eren, Armin, Mikasa, and Sasha spent countless hours refining their designs, testing the prototypes, and strategizing ways to maximize the weapon's potential against the Titans.

One afternoon, as they gathered in the workshop, the atmosphere was particularly lively. (Y/N) was animatedly explaining her latest idea for enhancing the crystal's capabilities. "If we adjust the angle of the crystal, we could increase its energy output by—"

Suddenly, a loud knock interrupted her. Levi walked in, his expression as stoic as ever. "Everyone, quiet down," he commanded, and the chatter quickly faded.

"I just received a call from Kenny," he said, crossing his arms. "He's stopping by to see our progress on the crystal project."

The mention of Kenny, Levi's uncle, sparked immediate interest among the group. "Kenny? The one who used to be a soldier?" Eren asked, eyes wide with curiosity.

"Yeah," Levi replied, his tone slightly softer. "He's... experienced. He may have some valuable insights to offer."

Sasha perked up. "I hope he brings snacks! Soldiers always have the best food stories!"

Mikasa rolled her eyes but couldn't help a small smile. "Focus, guys. We need to impress him with what we've accomplished, not just food."

"Right," Armin added, glancing around at the various prototypes spread across the table. "We should showcase our best work. The last few weeks have been about fine-tuning these weapons, and it's time to show him how far we've come."

As they prepared for Kenny's arrival, (Y/N) couldn't shake her excitement. She had heard stories about Levi's uncle and his impressive skills. "I can't wait to see what he thinks of our work," she said, her enthusiasm palpable.

"Just remember to keep it professional," Levi warned, raising an eyebrow at her. "No sandcastles this time."

(Y/N) shot him a playful glare. "No promises! But I'll try to behave."

When Kenny finally arrived, he strode into the workshop with a confident air. He was tall, with a rugged demeanor that matched his reputation. "So, this is the famed crystal project I've been hearing about," he said, surveying the room with a keen eye.

Levi stepped forward, his usual stoic expression slightly relaxed. "We've made some progress. The team has worked hard to refine the weapon."

Kenny approached the table, inspecting the prototypes closely. "Let's see what you've got," he said, an impressed glint in his eye as he studied the crystalline structures and the intricate designs.

(Y/N) took a step forward, her excitement bubbling over. "We've been experimenting with different configurations to enhance the energy output! Look at this—" She pointed to a particular prototype, explaining its potential and the calculations behind it.

Kenny nodded, listening intently. "Not bad at all. I can see you've put a lot of thought into this." He turned to Levi, a hint of pride in his voice. "You've got a solid team here."

Levi shrugged but couldn't hide the slight smile that crossed his face. "They've impressed me."

As the brainstorming session continued, Kenny paused mid-conversation and turned his gaze toward (Y/N). He raised an eyebrow, his expression shifting from curiosity to mild surprise. "And who is this newbie?" he asked, a teasing smirk tugging at the corners of his lips.

Levi shrugged, though a small, almost imperceptible smile creased his lips. "This is (Y/N). She's part of the team working on the crystal project."

Kenny studied (Y/N) for a moment, his interest piqued. "You've certainly made quite an impression, haven't you? What's your role in all this?"