AOT Oneshots ~ x reader

Pining for an Angel (Levi x Reader)

A/n: Yeah my title is a terrible pun. Anyway, hope everyone had/is having an amazing Christmas! If you celebrate something else/don't celebrate at all I wish you a fantastic holiday. :) Happy birthday to our beloved heichou.

You let out a joint giggle with Petra as you struggled to reach the lowest branch of one the large pine trees bordering the base. You bit your lip and uncomfortably balanced on one foot before successfully threading the oversized bauble through the foliage. You both high fived in childlike succession before reaching into the box and fishing out another decoration custom fitted for the large tree. You and Petra had taken it upon yourselves to spread a little more cheer around HQ in light of the holiday season. You threw about the idea of a christmas party, though it was not met with nearly as much enthusiasm from your squad. Even the corporal turned his nose up at the idea, despite the event landing on his very birthday. In the end, it was up to Hanji, Eren, Petra and you to decorate where possible. Rumour has it Hanji had bulldozed Eren into helping her make a cake for the corporal- though, many were suspicious as to what it's ingredients may consist of.

Levi sat brooding at his usual spot on the outdoor table by one of the smaller pines. The only words to leave his lips in light of your festive endeavours were hardly words at all. He let out the occasional grunt' of indifference as you struggled with unwrapping a decoration, though deep down he found the ordeal somewhat adorable. Hence why he was somewhat disappointed when you at last articulated the idea of using the 3dmg to complete the task.

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The day finally came, you stared proudly at your work as you sat beside Petra. The tallest pine in the meadow adjacent to the HQ was fully decked out with gigantic baubles, tinsel and a natural layer of dew that gave a bonus effect of glistening. The swelling of pride in your chest soon faded as your gaze fell upon the top of the tree. The centrepiece and topmost decoration had broken- thus rendering the tree devoid of the most important adornment. Unbeknown to you, Levi remained at the head of the table, sneaking the occasional glance at you whilst knee deep in delicacies exclusive to only the most celebration worthy events. His own heart fell as he noticed your downed expression, soon after linking it to the absence of a mere decoration. He rapidly looked away as you turned, though you took no notice and continued to chat merrily with Oluo. As he glanced around his concerns were soon focused to topics related to the whereabouts of Hanji and Jaeger. Of course the rumours of her ploy had reached his ears, though whether she'd actually attempt the feat of making something edible was a whole different story.

The answers he sought would soon be made clear and everyone at the table stood up, staring down at him with smiling faces as Hanji soon appraoched. She came with cake and banner bearing brat in tow. Eren trailed close behind, a juxtaposed grin on his face as he struggled to keep a piece of large material in the air that read 'Happy birthday Levi!' The cake was placed in front of him in it's full sugary glory- needless to say he was mentally impressed and relieved at how food like Hanji's baking had become.
Soon enough everyone present began to sing their token recital of the accompanying song. He glanced at you in embarrassment, your grin only widened and you directed the tune at him with even more enthusiasm. He relished hearing you sing, even when it was in a deliberately poor manner.

Thankfully, everyone took their seats and turned their attention to the lone candle flickering in the wind.

"Make a wish shorty!" Hanji urged. With a false roll his eyes began to close; for the first time ever, he was praying the ridiculous notion would work. He mulled over what to use it on, and instantly, his thoughts trailed to you. Vivid images of you played, though there was undoubtedly one feature that struck out the most- your ever perfect smile. He hated the moment that it faltered at the sight of the tree top. It was then, and only then that he knew exactly what to wish for.

An angel for the top for the tree.

His eyes opened to reveal many faces staring in anticipation. With a huff he blew out the candle, trying his best to ensure no saliva dusted the dish's surface. In instinct his eyes discreetly made their way to you, seizing your distraction as an opportunity to adore your side profile. You were focused on the banner flapping without fulfilment behind Eren's chair. With each dance in the wind it made, your idea was only heightened in likeliness of execution. A smirk played on your lips as you stood up and exited, much to the confusion of your comrades and disdain of Levi. They didn't comment and merely brushed it off as one of natures calls.

"So Levi..." Oluo took a sip of his tea before speaking again, "What did you wish for?" He lost focus mid sentence as you returned with full 3dmg attached. Eren was distracted by the inquiry and payed no heed as you grasped the banner from behind his chair and made off with it, launching yourself towards the lone ornate tree.

"Hey, if he tells us it won't come true!" Muttered Petra. He caught sight of you perched on the highest branch, biting your tongue gently as you attempted to tie the banner addressing him around the once bare top. Your smile returned as promised, it was as though the wish had delivered itself- an angel for the top of the tree.

Levi's brows knitted and a rare smirk of confidence overtook his features. "Oh Petra, it already has." The mid afternoon light only furthered this claim, accentuating your every feature in a glow that was nothing short of heavenly. In his eyes, you were an angel unsurpassable by any pathetic ornament.

--- (Bonus ending)

He held the knife bestowed to him with the honours of cutting the cake. His own stomach growled in greeting, despite it's producer and her tendency to handle less than appetising substances.

As he dug the blade in Jaeger had the audacity to boyishly remind him, "If you touch the bottom you have to kiss the closest girl!"

He sent a wink at you and Petra giggled. Your face was reduced to a bright red, Levi merely received this as a challenge. In a far from subtle manner he launched the cutting tool down, it hit the platter with a tell tale clink. You turned slightly at the sound but before you could speak a set of lips was muffling you. Though shocked at first, you returned the display of affection before grudgingly pulling apart a few seconds later. Your lips pursed as you stared eye to eye with the ebony haired man beside you. He wore a pleased expression that you soon mirrored.

"Happy birthday Levi," you shot him a playful grin. All others were mute with pure astoundment, Hanji choked out a small sound that indicated she was about to speak though remained silent in awe.

Levi raised a single brow, craning back in his chair slightly in satisfaction.

"Merry Christmas Y/n." He paused before adding, "Let's make it a happy new year."

----- (The end 🎄)