Beyond The Walls

Chapter 049

Back To Tybrum

The gang decided to leave the capital, and proceeds to go back to where it all started, Tybrum District at Wall Maxima. They're still mourning at the lost of Eric. With Amir as the new commander, they've completely changed plans and decided to explore what's beyond the walls. But first, they need to kill the remaining titans on the island of Kuvalon, and conquer Iriedon. They also recruited a new member to the scout, Bryce Reign. He is the current possesor of the Armored titan after eating Leone. After loading Axel's crystal on the boat, they went and sailed on the river connecting the three walls. Jiro's still confused and lost. The princess was nowhere to be found. They left the capital's mayor to be in charge. "Jiro, aren't you getting cold?" Amir asked as he stand besides Jiro. The lad just shake his head. "Amir, remember the key my mom gave me? I still have it with me. She told me to open the basement door once everything is settled." Jiro said as he shows the key necklace around his neck. Amir nods before looking at the distance. Yukan soon joined them, alongside Hanes, Conrad, John, and Natasha. "After all this chaos, I will save the world and make it a better place for us." Jiro said as he clutches the key in his palm. Amir smiled at him before giving his back a pat. After they had dinner, they all decided to sleep for a bit until they reach Tybrum.

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Jiro

"Where am I? Why am I in this place again?!" I shouted as I look around the vast desert surrounding me. I am at the dream realm. The same realm I have dreamed off before this chaos started. I spotted the same guy who is present in every dreams I have. I run towards him, grabbing his shoulder to turn him around and face me. If you're wondering what his face looks like, he has this pair of glowing blue orbs, and he is supporting a man bun. He is also wearing a brown jacket. "Why am I here? What do you want from me? Tell me who you are." I told him as I hold both his shoulders. He's looking down at the sand before looking at me. "Jiro, once you open that basement. You'll uncover a lot of secrets. Your secret. My secret. Our secret." The man said, making me confused. I pushed him away as I tried to annalyze the place I am in. "You must protect Yukan and Amir at any possible danger. They are the only treasure you have left." I gave him a look before kicking him down the sand. "Just tell me who you are!" He smiled before grabbing my collar. He then looked at me again before standing up. "I'm Eren. Eren Jaeger."

I jolted up from my sleep as I look around me. I'm at the boat we boarded in. And I am sweating a lot. I rubbed my face as I try to forget what that guy said. He is Eren. The Eren Jaeger who destroyed humanity. I suddenly felt a hand behind my back, making me turn around. It was Yukan. "Jiro, what happened?" He asked before sitting right next to me. Should I tell him what I've dreamt off? I sighed before shrugging my shoulders. "It's....nothing. I just had a nightmare." I told him before standing up and going outside for a fresh air. What do I have to do with Eren? I know I am the attack titan. And so does he. But what does he really want from me? Protect Amir and Yukan from danger. Danger from what? There's a lot going inside my head. I decided to stay awake till morning, until we arrived at Tybrum. They were all looking at me when they woke up. "Hey, kid. You look restless." Captain Lev said as we went off the boat. "I can't sleep last night." I told him. He just nod before walking off. Amir handed me a loaf of bread, eating it as I get hungry. "Yukan told me you got a nightmare. Is it the same dream you had?" He said. I stopped eating before nodding. I heard him sigh. He was about to speak when I remembered something. The basement. "Amir, let's go back to our house. I need to open the basement." I told him. He stopped me when I was about to leave. "Should we go get some back up in case of a titan suddenly popping out of nowhere?" He asked. I groan before telling him to get Conrad, Bryce and Rocco with us. We went out to the ruined district, and straight to my once called home. The fallen off bricks covered the door to our basement. "Do you need some help lifting those boulders up?" Rocco asked. I shaked my head before lifting one and throwing it on the side. They did the same until we uncovered the door fully. I took a deep breath before inserting the key on the keyhole. I twisted it and....it opened. I looked at them. They were all giving me a signal to open the basement, while Amir is giving me concerned look. I open the door widely, revealing the dark and cold basement. I sighed before walking down the stairs. It is cold and dark under here. I looked over at the shelves, it was full off papers and maps. I took the lamp on the table and turned it on. Now, I can get a cleared view of the basement. I searched around the shelves. Secrets. What does Eren mean? I asked myself. They all went down as well, helping me search for something I don't even know. "Jiro, is this your mom's journal?" Amir said as he points at the book sitting on top of the table. I gulped before walking towards it. I handed the lamp to John before opening the journal. It has some writings on it. But there is one particular page that caught my eye. To my dearest Jiro. I run my fingers acrossed that page before opening the envelope squeezed on it. I looked at Amir before tearing the envelope open.

To my dearest Jiro,

      By the time you read this, it's either I'm dead or you have probably eaten me. I just want to tell you that I love you and your dad. You're a blessing given to us by the gods. I want to tell you something. Remember the time I keep telling you to not ever mention the name Eren Jaeger? The reason behind my hatred on him is because, I have possesed his powers. And I want you and your dad, also Yukan and Amir, to not get in trouble. I love you so much that I can't even tell you your actual last name. I'm afraid that you'll hate yourself after finding out about this letter. I also remembered the time you keep on telling me how Eren is a 'bad guy'. But the truth is, Eren isn't that bad. He keeps on appearing in my dreams after I inherit the founding and attack titan from him. Without any more words, I love you so much. Protect Amir and Yukan. Jiro Jaeger.

Love,
Samantha Jaeger.