Enjoy~ [light smut warning.]

This book is almost over omg :'(

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Palace sunlight awoke me from my slumber.

Judging from the pink tinge in the sky and the gentle chirps from specially bred birds outside, I quickly gathered it was extremely early in the morning.

Too early.

As I began to move, a deep groan from Prince Levi sounded behind me. We slept together. Last nights activities were indeed highly inappropriate to undergo in a royal palace, but Levi is soon to be King and his quarters remain exactly that: his.

My body ached beyond belief; truly Prince Levi's hands were a little too exotic last night. Multiple bruises stung my hips and inner thighs, all created by the force of Levi's touch as he sent me over the edge. My clavicles danced with small, circle shaped bites. Not a single part of my body had been untouched by Levi's unforgiving pleasure.

I gently rolled over and admired an incredibly rare view of the Kingdom's next in line. Levi's face contorted in what appeared to be discomfort, then settled into his regular resting stage.

Raven strands of hair messily fell over his eyes, only adding to his pale skin. Levi looked like an entirely different person while sleeping, unbeknownst to him, he looked vulnerable, carefree, and innocent.

Something he most definitely wasn't last night.

I decided against waking Levi as I knew how little proper sleep he actually got. With no other choice, I began to settle down once again. I closed my eyes with a soft sigh, only Levi seemed to move around in his sleep, muttering incoherent sentences every now and then.

"--No--nn--"

Levi's noises soon started to become distracting, hence why I closed my eyes just that little bit tighter and blocked my mind from his insistent groans. All I could do was lie still as Levi's 'nightmare' continued.

I thought last night would of drastically calmed his more carnal desires, something he admitted was on his mind a lot more than it should of been during our six week interval. He informed me during our passionate session that he regularly dreamt about me 'underneath' him.

Could this be one of those times? Or is he having a nightmare?

Just like that, his sounds ceased all together. As I lay facing him with my eyes shut, something warm grazed my lips, and then my nose. Prince Levi's fingers traveled my face and stopped just underneath my chin, he muttered something along the lines of: "shit" before leaving his resting quarters behind.

I sensed some sort of sudden fatigue wash over me and quickly suspected this was to do with my overall worries. With Levi's presence missing, I patiently awaited his return. After what felt like minutes, I was near unconscious again.

I fell asleep.

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"Wah~ she looks so cute sleeping."

"Would you shut up? I only let you in here on the condition you're quiet."

Mumbled talking and extremely familiar voices awoke me from prolonged slumber. I knew Hanji was in the room, luckily the covers protected any of my remaining dignity before she happened to see me bare.

"Get out. I'll see you in fifteen minutes."

Hanji whined softly before reluctantly giving in to Levi's angered instruction. Once I heard the door click shut, Prince Levi approached my dazed and slightly confused presence - fully dressed.

"Didn't get enough sleep last night~?"

Levi mocked me, which was already embarrassing enough since I didn't have the usual comfort of wearing clothes.

"You should have woken me up! I hope Hanji doesn't think I'm inconsiderate..."

"Don't worry, brat. I attended for the both of us."

As my eyes began to adjust to the early afternoon sun, I happened to glance upon faint red marks graze the side of Levi's neck. If you weren't directly paying attention, you wouldn't even see them. However, if you're Hanji, surely she questioned why only Levi attended the meeting.

With the faint scratches as confirmation, she must of made the link already. Why must I make things incredibly embarrassing on myself?

"Sadly, Hanji has her suspicions. I've already told her to shut her big mouth about eight damn times today."

I smiled softly and then began mentally preparing myself for the: 'get out so I can change conversation.' Levi caught an eyeful of my uneasy expression and loudly clicked his tongue.

"Tch. I'm leaving now."

I muttered a small: "thank you" and watched Levi's fleeting presence head towards his chambers doors. Almost in remembrance, he turned to face me.

"My coronation is tomorrow."

I knew this information already, but Levi deemed it important enough to mention again. I nodded softly to which he left without another word.

I'll be attending as his 'honourable guest.' When I'm actually his soon-to-be wife in disguise. Even thinking like that unnerves me.

Levi and I have not spoken about the potential of bearing children. If our passionate nights continue, I could be used as some sort of weakness against him. I enjoy the idea of having children, but maybe not at a time like this.

I'm a little afraid.

There are no ways to check, the only technique is to wait. I'm aware Levi longs for a male child to claim his throne, something he must of been worried about for quite some time now.

Pushing those troubling thought to the back of my mind, I began to bathe and dress for the afternoon meeting.

                       
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Prince Levi Ackerman, royal descendent.

"Did you sleep well last night, Levi?"

Hanji opened her big mouth yet again for the one hundredth time this afternoon. My night with (Y/N) was naturally assumed by Hanji when my brat did not attend the arranged agreement.

"What's it to you?"

Hanji wiggled her eyebrows softly, taking a bite from a luxury ham and cheese sandwich. I must admit, the environment felt rather strange without (Y/N) by my side.

"I slept normally. Shut the fuck up."

My dismissive reply seemed to hurt Hanji's feelings as she frowned rather manipulatively and leant practically half way across the table.

"My temporary room isn't that far across the hall, you'know."

*splutter*

I choked on my breakfast tea, coughing in disgust as my precious black tea proceeded to travel down my wind pipe. Hanji giggled loudly, shaking with excitement as my shocked reaction confirmed her already heightened suspicions.

"I knew it! Oh my God, you did, didn't you?"

"I don't see the issue."

Hanji set her lips into a fine line and suddenly looked rather displeased. I immediately sensed a rant was inevitable. Here we go. Hanji has given me advice on courtship before - advice I blatantly ignored.

"You don't seemed concerned over the consequences of you know what."

Consequences? Oh right, children. I've already informed (Y/N) she is the only woman I wish to start a family with. I doubted much more needed to be said.

"I'm aware. We've spoken briefly about it."

Hanji leant back into her chair, crossing her arms expectingly. Trust shitty-glasses to give lectures about my life choices. Who I decide to sleep with is none of her damn business.

"What did she say?"

....

...oh shit. (Y/N) didn't really say anything in particular about the matter. Have I jumped to conclusions? I don't even know if (Y/N) wants children... yet we've slept together.

                                                                 Fuck.

"You don't look so sure, Levi."

For the first time in centuries, panic began to flood my body. What if she was too afraid to say anything? Is she distressed about the issue? Could that be the cause of her sudden stress?

"We haven't discussed it as well as I thought."

Hanji let an overdraw sigh escape her lips. She then remained terrifyingly silent while she attempted to organise her thoughts. I awaited her advice like some sort of peasant.

"You should make discussing that a top priory. You and I both know there are no ways of preventing childbirth." (No protection in this era exists)

Hanji then offered me the gift of time.

"I can cancel the meeting again, if you'd like. I'm free this evening."

I don't particularly want to cancel again, but (Y/N's) wellbeing is at stake. When (Y/N) is the topic, I'll toss aside whatever's important in order to maintain her happiness.

"That would be best."

Hanji nodded in approval and finished her lunch with a final slice of mushroom quiche. A personal favourite of hers. I quickly gathered the conversation was over and hastily left my chair with a new priority.

Find (Y/N).

                       
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(Y/N), petty thief.

After a refreshing bath, I was rejuvenated for the day ahead. Washing away the sweat and morning grime felt beyond magical. With clean clothes to match, I was up and ready for whatever the afternoon may bring.

I then decided Hanji was my next person of importance to visit. I really should apologise for my rude and distasteful behaviour. After all, she is a higher status than me. Leaving Levi's chambers behind, I briskly closed the door and turned to face the golden halls, only to collide into a rather speedy Levi.

"Watch it, brat."

Levi looked noticeably displeased, removing his cravat with a loud sigh. At that very moment, I was allowed a perfect view of my markings last night. I tainted his skin quite a lot.

"You should be more careful."

I jested; lightly taking ahold of his shoulder. In response to my actions, he studied my hand with a forlorn expression. Just what's upset him to a point like this?

"I never asked you properly if you wanted children, (Y/N). I feel like I've forced you into things."

My eyes widened from the mention of such a serious topic. Things seemed so lighthearted earlier. Not that I'm dismayed or anything, I was hoping Levi would mention it eventually.

I smiled brightly; almost laughing from his sudden worry. Levi is the only man I desire such things from. If that scenario should arise, then I couldn't be more happier.

"You panicked too quickly, Levi. I'm a little nervous, but since I'm with you, I feel greatly reassured."

Levi's entire body stiffened before he bashfully rolled his eyes to cover his embarrassment. He looks incredibly relieved. To think he'd chase after me to discuss such things... proves he cares about me.

"Tch. You have nothing to worry about. I'll provide for the both of you."

I nodded rather enthusiastically as Levi lightly brushed his thumb under my chin and leant intoxicatingly close. Right as our lips were about to touch, Hanji turned the corner.

"--Whoops! My bad!"

Levi kept my chin in place and proceeded to kiss me regardless of Hanji's wide eyes and excited squeals. The entire show was completely soul destroying. I've officially lost all of my dignity in front of Hanji now.

She's never going to mutually respect me again.

Levi's kiss was chaste and momentarily brief. Since Hanji was our live audience, the passion was merely an expression of our love. I'm glad we've sorted things out.

"Must you constantly intervene, Hanji? Go back to your sickeningly coloured palace."

Hanji instantly ignored Levi's insults like they were mere whispers. I could no longer hide my embarrassment over the ordeal, and began to blush red from Hanji's watchful eyes.

"I suppose things have been cleared up? If so, we really should discuss Eren's attendance to your coronation, Levi."

Levi glared upon hearing Eren's name leave her lips. Releasing my chin with a loud sigh, the three of us began to walk down the pristine hallway.

"So, Eren will attend. Most likely to gain any knowledge on (Y/N's) allies."

Levi quickly interjected.

"You know this how exactly?"

Hanji was quick to reply.

"Eren's note reads: 'good luck' I'm guessing he's referring to the ability to keep your friends out of sight while the coronation is underway."

"An interesting observation."

I remained silent.

Reiner, Connie, Sasha, and General Pixis. I must protect them all. I won't allow Eren to take my most precious friends away from me.

Plus, I must keep Prince Levi safe from harm as well. This is going to be practically impossible. Am I going to have to prioritise people based on their importance to me?

"We need some sort of plan. We don't know what Eren's intentions are, nor do we know who started the courthouse fire. He may intend to do the same thing again."

Levi glared fiercely; stopping his brisk walk altogether. I know how much becoming King means to Levi. He won't allow anyone to sabotage his life's work.

"That will not happen. He will merely attend. That is all."

Hanji frowned; her features filled with unknown fear and slight control. Hanji is one of the most intelligent people I know. Her plans are highly tactful.

"You don't know that, Levi. Eren is a wise man. He uses contracts, money, even people's lives in order to get what he wants."

Hanji spoke nothing but the truth. Eren is manipulative, calculating, and highly sadistic. Whatever he has in mind isn't going to go well for us. As we reached the end of the hallway, Hanji suddenly froze. Just like that, she took ahold of Levi's shoulder in which he recoiled in disgust.

"Don't touch me, filthy peasant!"

Hanji ignored him.

"You don't think Eren would try to kill (Y/N)... do you?"

Levi harshly brushed Hanji's hand off his elegant clothing and tensed his jaw for a second. Eren wouldn't kill me... right? I rescued him from the cold embrace of hypothermia, surely he wouldn't commit such a sin?

"At this point, I have no idea."

The three of us continued walking down the hallway until the arch carved from marble appeared. We finally entered the throne room with a depressed sigh. We have no plan. No amazing strategies. All we have are extra guards.

I feel vulnerable.

Levi suddenly spoke with a perplexed look on his face.

"When Eren arrives, (Y/N) will be with me throughout the ceremony. While I'm being crowned King, (Y/N) can guard Reiner while he does the same for her. As for your other allies, they can stay in heavily guarded allocated rooms."

That's a good start.

Hanji crossed her arms, humming lightly in disapproval. She then offered her insight on the matter.

"I think you should un-invite all allies, except Reiner. Eren and Reiner are unfamiliar with each other plus his presence will trick Eren into thinking more of (Y/N's) allies are scattered throughout the palace."

Both plans are highly effective, but I want my friends to be as far away from Eren as humanly possible. Levi sighed loudly and collapsed into his golden throne.

"I know which plan (Y/N) will choose, seems we'll go with your idea, Hanji."

Hanji nodded firmly; lightly patting my back in hopes of providing me with some much needed reassurance. I smiled gently and brushed the tension off my clothes with a shaky exhale.

"It's all settled then. Only Reiner is to show up."

Levi nodded his head a single time, requesting a servant acquire him some cold water and an luxury selection of fruits. A good, delectable call on Levi's behalf.

Hanji wiped the saliva pooling from her mouth and pushed her silver glasses further up her nose. She enjoys using her brain and thinking of new experiments to undertake.

"I would take my leave, but since you've ordered incredibly rare fruits, I think I'll tag along for a couple of extra minutes."

I bit my lip in order to hide my smile threatening to form. Levi quickly took notice and merely sighed his annoyance away. Levi's bare shirt proved he hadn't even bothered to put his cravat back on.

I could also see many tiny scratches peeking out from behind his collar. I dread to think what his back looks like... probably stings when he bathes.

"Wah~ you're so lucky to have such luxury food at the click of your fingers, Levi."

Levi dismissively rolled his eyes, biting into a piece of honeydew melon with a loud grunt. Hanji and I watched with high hopes Levi would share.

He did not.

Levi sat teasingly upon his royal throne and proceeded to slowly eat his selection of fruit one by one. Grapes, strawberries, melon, and apple. All things people would seriously kill to eat back in Chi.

After a couple of seconds, Levi caught sight of my expecting and slightly needy face. Reluctantly, he threw me a slice of melon and muttered: "bonne fille," (good girl) under his breath.

I frowned; sensing Levi spoke something incredibly inappropriate in his first language. I quickly let his words go due to the juiciness of the melon. Hanji whined softly; instead of opting to remain quiet, she had now begun to beg.

"Levi~ sharing is caring~!"

Levi sighed loudly, crossing his legs with an almost sadistic glare.

"I'll let you have a single grape if you shut up for the next five minutes."

Truly a pathetic deal, surely Hanji wouldn't degrade herself like tha-

"Deal!"

With an amused glint in his silver eyes, Levi tossed Hanji the smallest, most bruised grape from the vine and watched with complete satisfaction as she ate the fruit and sealed her lips.

I figured Hanji's humiliation was enough, and shot Levi a distressed glare. He merely shrugged his shoulders and proceeded to take a bite from a strawberry instead.

Hanji bobbed up and down, almost as if she were counting inside her head. After a mere three seconds, she suddenly broke her silence.

"You never promised me another if I kept quiet for the full five minutes."

Levi smirked deviously; slowly biting into a delicious chunk of the rarest fruit of them all: pineapple.

"That's right."

Hanji began to complain from Levi's manipulation, claiming it took her a full three seconds to work out his plan. Apparently that was her worst time so far.

I pray this coronation goes well. What exactly are we doing now? Something irrelevant and unnecessary.

Levi didn't look remotely worried and continued indulging himself in a variety of luxury fruits. I smiled gently as he caved rather quickly, allowing me another slice of melon.

Hanji glared enviously.

With my desired fruit in hand, I offered the treat to Hanji which she ecstatically accepted. Levi immediately mocked my actions.

"Don't feed the animal, (Y/N)."

I really hope this coronation runs smoothly.

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