ƝƠƬ MƳ ƤƦƠƁԼЄM (ERERI/COMPLETED)

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Why is it when we started quarantine, I basically did the same thing I was doing: staying inside and avoiding all social interactions. 😝Just me? ok...

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Before the two blondes came back, Levi quickly sent the picture to his phone, then mine for safekeeping. I couldn't help silently giggling as the photo appeared in my messages under Erwin's unknown number. As I finished setting up the contact, Levi replaced the phone where Erwin had been sitting and made himself comfortable on the bed.

Not even ten seconds after, the secret lovebirds walked in with bowls of popcorn for each person. Armin and Erwin sat where they had been while Levi and I decided to sit up as we ate. Armin resumed the movie, filling the room with the echo of the film's tense music. All eyes were glued to the movie, except for two stormy irises that stared at me expectantly.

I glanced over to the raven, wondering what caught his attention, but before I could react, he gripped my left arm and yanked it around his waist. The sudden movement made me nearly knock my snack over, but Levi was one step ahead and caught the bowl. I chuckled at his neediness but quickly gave into his adorableness--if that's what you would call it. In the flickers of light from the flash of the screen, I could see a cloud of red tint dust across his cheeks.

Staring at his features made me think to myself, "Perhaps things will change for the better."

I leaned down and lightly kissed his cheek, earning a brighter blush from him. I smiled and bit down a laugh to not get the attention of the two in front of us. I'm sure they'll find out soon, but I wasn't going to sit down and openly state it like it was a massive deal. My mother, on the other hand, would have to have that discussion, but right then, I only wanted to experience the possible love.

The movie played on building to the climax, but I wasn't too engrossed in the plot. I only prayed for more jumpscares that brought me closer to Levi as he jumped at the sudden noises. Usually, I would've been hidden under the blankets, watching the movie through a small window I made in the covers, but I felt responsible for holding the boy next to me. I needed to be confident for him to cling on to for protection against the movie's fake monsters.

Halfway through, everyone had finished their popcorn and laid the bowls to the side. I was lying on my stomach, wrapped in a blanket with Levi. He had a tight grab around my torso and managed to snuggle under my arm. He was more tired than anything, so his eyes soon closed and his breathing slowed. His shoulders gracefully rose and fell. I took in the sight in front of me and found myself becoming exhausted. I focused on the film to not fall asleep, so I was able to wake Levi up when it ended.

Towards the ending, a terrifying scare flashed onscreen. Armin squeaked and almost instinctively jumped into Erwin's arms. I tried to hide my growing smile, but the moment was too perfect not to crack a grin. I heard a soft groan from Levi.

I gazed over at him to see him flutter his eyes open and yawn, "Shut the hell up."

"The movie is almost over," I informed, brushing some stray hairs out of his tired face. "You missed Armin's hilarious squeak."

Armin had noticed what he did and tried to quickly back away from Erwin, but the taller boy caught an excellent grip around him. I chuckled at them then refocused on the sleepy raven cuddled into my side.

"Wanna help me clean up the bowls?" I asked, rubbing caring circles on his back.

He took one heavy breath before nodding and letting me go. I sat up and stretched my back. Armin was whining at Erwin, but the blond wasn't letting go anytime soon. Levi and I scooped up the bowls next to them along with our own and headed towards the kitchen. Before we left, I jokingly snickered, "We'll give you two some privacy."

I brought Levi to the kitchen and helped him empty the bowls of kernels. After placing them in the sink, I noticed a piece of paper with my name written across it. I picked it up and read aloud, "Dear Eren, I didn't want to ruin the movie for you boys, so I just wanted to say I'm off to bed. Make sure everyone returns home safely and don't stay up for too long. You have school tomorrow, Mister. I mean it! Love you!"

"I like her," Levi noted. "She seems to keep you straight."

"Well," I giggled, "as straight as I can be."

I nudged Levi playfully as I laid the note back on the counter. Levi slightly smiled at my joke and pulled me close. I snaked my arm around his waist as if I had been doing it all my life. I could see the joy that sparked in his eyes as he noted how I wasn't afraid to touch him or look him in the eye.

"Levi, I truly want to know what made you have a total personality change."

"I didn't change," he corrected. "I took the risk of breaking some walls down. Earlier today, when I flipped you off, you grew confident--tired of by BS. You weren't afraid of me, meaning you hated me. I don't want you to hate me, and making you scared of me is the only way I know of making you stay."

My heart throbbed, hearing Levi confession of guilt. I couldn't help but forgive him, knowing he meant well. I kissed the top of his forehead, receiving a small smile from the smaller boy.

"Woah," I joked, "did the Levi Ackerman just smile."

He punched my arm to try and hide his growing grin. Holding back a laugh, he said, "You're the only one I'd ever let see my smile. Don't even dare try to sneak a picture, brat."

"Brat, huh?" I jested. "I bet you call all the boys that."

The raven suddenly reached out and pulled my head down by my hair, smashing our lips in a stern kiss. I was taken off guard by the strange feeling, but I soon grew accustomed to it. It took everything in me to control the lust and keep the moment from getting too heated.

He leaned back and, with all seriousness, stated, "No, I don't, Eren. You are my one and only brat. Understand?"

"Yes, sir."