Tainted Vision | Levi x Reader

Beginnings of The Battle of Stohess | Part 29

Note from Author:

Happy Birthday Levi Ackerman and Merry Christmas to everyone! In honor of Levi's birthday, today I am going to release three chapters back to back. These chapters will conclude all of season one of Attack of Titan and I will still be updating on Sunday as well where the beginning of season 2 of Attack on Titan picks up. I hope you enjoy this series so far, it is really something that I have always wanted to do, and I am so glad that so many people have taken time out of their day to read. I don't want to take too much of your time, so make sure to stay safe and have a Christmas that suits your taste. ❤️❤️❤️

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"Fine." I answered firmly, relaxing the deadly grip I held on my hands.

I had to find a way to avoid killing her, but how? If I didn't, would she really take over my body and do it herself? Or was she bluffing? I couldn't tell...All I knew was that I had to make a choice. One that would severely affect this mission.

"Good." Her voice lowered as she answered. I held my glare at her until I felt the atmosphere lighten, and the goosebumps crawl on my skin as my body returned back to reality. I shut my eyes and leaned onto the counter--supporting my body with my arms. A shaky sigh left my mouth and I felt a small headache ring through my head.

"Fuck." I whispered out as I moved my hands up to my temples and began drawing small circles--trying to soothe my headache. What was I going to do...I didn't have much time to think, plus I can't get sidetrack thinking about this encounter, I had a team to lead. I couldn't tell what she was feeling, nor could I see any signs that could ensure that she was bluffing. Out of frustration, I slammed my hands down onto the counter, ignoring the loud sound the rang through the bathroom and the small stinging that developed on the palms of my hands. I gripped onto the ledge of the wood, but soon stopped as I noticed how long I'd taken in the bathroom.

I lifted my head and drew my hands away from the counter as I turned my gaze to the window to see a small bit of light begin to seep over the walls and scatter the sky with an red hue. I needed to leave now! I hastily take one last look in the mirror and glanced over my body.

"Belt, straps...gear...blades...gas" I murmured to myself as I twisted my hips and scanned my body, "I'm all set."

I quickly bolted for the door and left my room. As I entered my office, I hastily headed towards my door and firmly grasped onto the knob before swinging it open. However, I was met with a pleasant surprise. I jerked back abruptly as I spotted a person waiting outside of my door.

"You're still here?" I asked out of breath, moving a strand of hair behind my ear that had fallen as my eyes connected with Levi's.

"I went down to the front and didn't see you." Levi answered as he glanced down the empty hall. I let out a sigh as I motioned for him to scoot away. He quickly did and I left my room--shutting the door behind me.

I turned towards the hallway and began walking, turning around and scouting the halls for anyone that may be walking through before I began to speak, "I had another episode." I whispered out, taking in a deep breath as I finished. A moment passed as silence engulfed the halls, Levi was probably thinking of the best approach.

"What happened?" Was the only thing he said as we continued making our way down the halls.

"She's making me do her dirty work." I grimaced as I answered, "She wants me to kill Annie, and if I don't, she'll take over my body and do it herself--and the thing is...I can't tell if she's bluffing or not." I spilled my concerns comfortably towards Levi and he listened attentively.

"I don't think she will do it." Levi answered certain about his response. I furrowed my eyebrows, surprised, as I turned to glance at Levi.

"I..." I tried to think of something to say, my brain stuttering trying to find a response.