SNK Week 2k17 || AnimeTrashLord-007

Day One;; Survive||Erwin x Levi

    Erwin chuckled as he watched titans congregate on the ground below. They clawed at the tree’s trunk in a desperate attempt to reach the two males resting in the branches above. It wasn't a humorous situation by any means, but it could’ve been worse. They could've died numerous times, like when they were chased away from the main group by a variant or when his horse collapsed from exhaustion. Things seemed bleak when Levi’s blades broke mid-killing blow, the pieces jutting out of the titan’s nape. Yet somehow amidst all this craziness, they continued to survive.

    Levi, on the other hand, wasn't amused. He didn't see anything positive about their situation. He had used all his spare blades throughout the mission and his gas supply was running low. They didn't have any food rations. Not a single Scout was in sight - there weren't any signs of human life at all. What they had were titans surrounding them, with more flooding in with every flare they shot off. No matter how many they sent, however, all they received in response was silence.

    Levi rubbed his temples as he peered over at his superior. “You know I hate it when you laugh like that.”

    “Like what?"

    “Like a madman.”

    Erwin smiled. “I only laugh like that when I'm around you.”

    “Was that meant to be a compliment or should I be worried?”

    “It's just…” Erwin sighed, lifting his gaze to meet the captain’s, “I feel comfortable around you, Levi.”

    Levi fell silent, unsure of what to say next. He admired his commander and, without a doubt, felt at ease around him as well. Erwin had always made him feel welcome. He ignored his tainted background and helped him move forward in his life. He encouraged him to become a better person and Levi could feel his influence every day. He felt compassion toward all the brats that Erwin somehow convinced to join the Scouting Legion and worried about their safety during missions. He was proud of their progress and determination. While he hated to admit it, Erwin had reshaped his outlook on their dismal lives. More importantly, he had given him something to live for.

    “I feel comfortable around you too, Erwin,” Levi said with as much nonchalance as he could muster. The words didn't roll off his tongue quite as well as an insult or snarky remark would have, but they felt right.

    “I'm glad.” Erwin looked off into the distance. The sun was low on the horizon and casted long shadows through the forest. Night was approaching fast and there was still no sign of rescue. “Looks like we're spending the night here.”

    “Looks like it.”

    “Get some sleep. I'll keep first watch.”

    Levi laughed, the sound dry and tired, “You know I don't sleep, right?”

    “You should still try to rest,” Erwin frowned, tilting his head to stare at the raven-haired male once more.

    “When I'm feeling tired, I'll wake you up and you can relieve me.”

    “I'll be happy to relieve you.”

    “That doesn't-” Levi narrowed his eyes, shaking his head in mild confusion. “That doesn’t even make sense.”

    “It doesn't have to. It's the thought that counts.” Erwin winked, the sight causing a light blush to spread across Levi's cheeks.

    “I'm glad you're feeling comfortable enough to flirt, if you can even call it that, but maybe you could save the attempts to woo me until we're back within the safety of the walls.”

    “Yeah, that's probably a good idea.”