Past doesn't matter (Levi x OC x Erwin) AU/modern +18

Chapter 22 - United we stand Pt. 2

Levi P.O.V.

Erwin had just started the TV and was searching for a program when Nina passed out on my shoulder and dropped in my lap. My surprise subsided swiftly and was replaced by happiness and contentment as I carefully positioned her to make her lay a little more comfortably. Curled up beside me, with her head resting in my lap facing me, I gently fondle over her head and hair, feeling the soft locks running through my fingers as I watch her relaxed face and her slightly open mouth. I don't need the TV, I could watch Nina all night long and it still would be a better view than any kind of soap opera or movie. Being able to watch her like this and to feel her so close to me, to feel her trust in me growing stronger again, fills my heart with warmth. And now that the number one threat of my life is now out of my way, out of our way, I'm able to enjoy her closeness to its fullest.

"Is our pretty angel gone already?"

"Yes. She's pretty exhausted, it seems. No wonder, though." I replied to Erwin as I see him taking a glimpse at her sleeping figurine before he grabs the woolen blanket to spread it over her.

"Thanks."

"No problem, Levi. I don't want our pretty girl to catch a cold. Tomorrow is an important day."

"Indeed. I just hope she's prepared."]

"Are you kidding? She's more than just prepared. You heard what she did. It's you I'm worried about. You think you can face her without going furious?" Erwin has a good point. I'm not sure either if I will be able to hold my anger back towards Petra. I'm short-tempered, that's no secret, but if I should lose my composure tomorrow during the hearing, I will only cause more harm, to myself, and to Nina. Unfortunately, I'm an important witness in this matter and I can't stay out of this whole shitty mess. I sigh deeply while thinking about tomorrow and what might possibly come and what not.

"I guess I have no choice. I will do my best, for Nina's sake and for our future. That's what I always did and what I'll always do. You should know me by now, Erwin." I scoffed as I thread my fingers through the soft locks of my woman's hair. Erwin folds his arms at my answer and nodded.

"I know Levi. I just want to be sure. And don't worry, I made a few calls to old friends and invited them to cover our backs as well. So the hearing shall be no problem at all." I raise my eyebrow, looking at him suspiciously.

"What are you up to Erwin? Who have you invited?"

"Just a few old friends from your past. Trust me, it's not to your disadvantage. They'll meet us tomorrow before the courthouse." It's getting even weirder. Who could he possibly have called? I don't know anyone who would say anything against Petra. Not even from my past.

"Tsk. Whatever. The person better be good. Otherwise, it'll only become more complicated." I claimed, looking down to the peaceful sleeping woman in my lap the whole time.

"I'm not doing this for you only, its also for Nina. To get this shit done as fast as possible. I want to see her smile again. Whether you like it or not, but you know about my feelings for her and I want her to be happy."

Erwin's voice was serious, but even he couldn't hide the undertone of affection when he mentioned his feelings for my girl. I know about this, right. I knew it all the time since the day when she slept drunk on the couch here, but Erwin would never make a move against her will or mine. But still, I don't know what to think of this. While Erwin isn't making any effort to hide his feelings, I don't know what Nina thinks about this. She never mentioned something similar to Erwin, or to me about how she feels for him. The only proof about some kind of connection I have is the moment when I came home on his birthday, when she laid on top of him asleep, tightly embraced by him. Actually, I should be furious and dead jealous, since they'd shared a moment I wish to have on my own. But somehow, I don't mind. Maybe it's just my deep trust in both of them. Erwin is reliable, so as Nina as well, and I know Erwin for so many years by now.