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Rattling chains awoke me from my slumber, closely followed by the sound of boots against wooden flooring. Wood? Could it be... the execution tower? I sluggishly rose from my metal makeshift bed, timidly walking towards a small, iron bared hole.

A window... well I wouldn't call it a window... more like a gap for clean air.

I couldn't see properly. My isolated cell prevented me from doing so. In a way... I'm glad... I could do without seeing people getting sentenced to hang today. I took drastic measures and rose to my tippy toes- but all I could glance upon were the crisp blue skies and beautiful morning sun.

I decided to give up my petty search for a sight other than my cell. I've watched the sun rise and set a couple of times now... have two days past or three?

I decided to rest some more. Nowadays I spent most of my time sleeping to distract me from my constant worries. Prince Levi's previous visit remained forever cherished in my mind- because he hadn't come back since.

I closed my eyes as a deep sigh escaped my lips, my aching heart failed to stop, distracting me from falling unconscious once again.

"Oi, brat. You choose now to be asleep?"

I sharply rose from my metal slab, meeting the steel gaze of Prince Levi, who stood against the crumbling walls, tiredly examining his golden jacket. A visit so soon? I'm overjoyed he's here... but he's not allowed to lay eyes upon me until the trial.

"I'm awake..."

I quietly remarked, neatening my clothing to a presentable level. Baths and luxury food remained scarce here. Prince Levi- once I examined his face- looked exhausted. Dark circles tainted his eyes and his skin looked paler than usual. I'm so very glad to see him, but can't help the worry over his visibly changed appearance.

"A-Are you okay...?"

My question must of scratched the surface of his buried emotions as Prince Levi's features began to darken- anger overpowering his once calm demeanour.

"I should be asking you that. Naturally I'm fine. My palace is in disbelief over the rumours and many have questioned me, although I avoid the topic every time."

I frowned, brushing away my sensation of guilt by picking a small bobble off my cotton jumper. The Prince's palace is troubled... the rumours are in full swing... accusations such as a relationship will consume the palace.

Everyone will know by now.

"I see... if you don't mind me asking... when will we announce?"

Prince Levi seemed to relax for a second, his body almost deflating. Did my question relieve him? How quaint... I stiffened once the Prince left his position against the concrete wall and slowly approached my cell.

"Such refreshing words to hear. I can announce whenever, but time and place play an important role. I believe in court would be most effective."

I smiled gently, my eyes lowering to my chained hands. The cells are dirty... I've been in here for quite some time now... do I look... unappealing? Prince Levi seemed to notice my sudden discomfort as he loudly clicked his tongue.

"I'm not allowed be here, so don't avoid looking at me, shitty brat."

I rolled my eyes, yet acknowledged his words, rising my head to meet his tense glare. Prince Levi looks lively now... I hope to ease his stress over our current situation. 'Not allowed to be here' huh... sounds risky. Suddenly, Prince Levi tensed up- like he'd remembered something important.

"After the arrest, I was given your possessions... I've concluded this flask is most definitely not a weapon, so here."

Prince Levi removed my beloved flask from his luxury jacket pocket, studying a small Chi inscription across the front. 'Stay hydrated' is all that's written on the metal. Nothing important. The Prince merely shrugged his shoulders and lightly threw my flask past the prison bars and into my outstretched palms.

I smiled softly, unscrewing the cap and taking a small sip to ease my parched throat. How thoughtful... he remembered I carried this flask around with me all the time...

"Thank you. I appreciate it..."

Prince Levi rolled his eyes, nearing close to my cell as humanly possible. I wish we could reach each other...

"You won't be here much longer. I promise,
(Y/N)."

Prince Levi's eyes were hollow and dark, his words expressing his truthfulness and genuine desire to see me released. Such a look... he's upset and worried... I shook my head, sighing gently as I lowered my flask onto my lap.

"If this is what must be done to be together, then it's all worth it."

Prince Levi parted his lips, gaping like a goldfish for a couple of seconds as if trying to form the correct words. Shock clearly consumed his features as he eventually crossed his arms with a loud sigh.

"I'll ravish you once you get out of here,
(Y/N)."

I blushed and averted my gaze, nodding in acceptance to his double meaning words. I long to be set free... although I suppose it'll be straight to the trial the second my cell door opens.

"As much as I'd like you to stay... I don't want you to get into any trouble for being here."

Prince Levi clicked his tongue, averting his gaze to a presumed door which lead away from my restricted cell.

"I took the liberty of alternating my guards shift patterns... I still have fifteen more minutes."

I smiled in amusement, lightly rolling my eyes in realisation of the many methods Prince Levi had created in order to visit me. First manipulation, then methodical planning. Truly a deceitful Prince.

"You mentioned the palace was in distress over the many rumour-"

I glanced towards my window, listening for a second. What was that noise? Sounded like rocks crunching and someone panting?

"Something the matter?"

Could be the wind... was I mistaken?

"I-I think I heard something..."

I slowly rose from my uncomfortable metal bed and carefully approached the ironed bared window. I hear panting... is someone climbing up?

"Get away, (Y/N)."

Prince Levi's hand tightly gripped his jewelled sword as he ordered me to step away from the window. Sadly, my curiosity got the better of me as I blatantly ignored his instruction.

I pulled against my chains, glancing downwards and spotting a masked individual climbing up the concrete wall. I gasped and returned to Prince Levi, who slid his golden sword through the rusty bars.

"If I call for guards our court trial will look suspicious. Deal with him effectively, (Y/N)."

I lowered my stance, using a sword while chained was a difficult task- something I'd trained to do in Chi- but never practiced regularly. The intruders heavy grunting and attempts of scaling the wall only unnerved me further. He's almost here...

I flinched once a large, tan hand fiercely grabbed the rusty iron bars, attempting to pry the metal off the wall. Once I heard a small creak- I knew the masked intruder would soon gain entry to my cell. Must be a pretty strong guy... I certainly couldn't pull iron from a wall like that... wait a second...

"Reiner?"

The intruder ceased his movements as I lowered Prince Levi's much loved sword. Is Reiner scaling the wall? Why? I attempted to reach the masked individual but with no success.

"Gotcha' (Y/N)! I'll free you so just wait a while."

The large man removed his mask, revealing a cheery smile and sweaty face. Reiner! I can't believe he climbed all this way! The prison chambers are incredibly high up! Reiner's smile suddenly faded once he met eyes with a certain royal Prince standing behind me.

"Oh..."

Prince Levi's left eye twitched in annoyance as a deep sigh erupted from his lips.

"Just what the hell are you doing?"

Reiner began to forcefully shake the metal within his large hands, cheering with glee once the bar finally came loose. Reiner! What a pleasant surprise! Did he hear of my sentence and come to rescue me? How nice of him...

Reiner lowered his voice, speaking in Chi to avoid Prince Levi from understanding his personal questions.

"The rumours of your relationship with the Prince... please tell me the kingdom is lying."

I lowered my head, my silence proved the many accusations about my love for Prince Levi were in fact- true. I'm sorry... Reiner hoisted himself through the crumbling window and jumped down inside my cell, dusting concrete powder from his clothes.

"In love with a Prince, (Y/N)?"

I blushed furiously, parting my lips in attempts of defending myself. His words are true... how can I deny? Reiner merely shrugged his shoulders, his eyes darkening as he took ahold of my shoulder.

"If the trial fails... you'll be hung, (Y/N)."

I nodded my head, lightly taking ahold of Reiner's hand. I must reassure Reiner, I know he'll want me to flee with him.

"I'll be fine. The trial will go well... I'm sure of it."

Reiner seemed displeased, glancing behind me and meeting the steel glare of Prince Levi- who looked beyond pissed.

"Greetings, your majesty."

Prince Levi nodded, adjusting his golden crown with a deep, clearly annoyed sigh. Will Prince Levi suggest I run away with Reiner or remain here until the trial?

"Leave you idiot. (Y/N's) in enough trouble as it is."

Reiner furrowed his brows, clearly surprised over the use of my first name. Prince Levi wishes for me to remain here... he has faith in the trial...

"If you doubt the trial, your majesty. I can take (Y/N) away."

Prince Levi rolled his eyes, unimpressed with Reiner's proposal. I guess fleeing is still an option... although I'd become a criminal again...

"If (Y/N) flees- she'll be announced a deserter and our relationship will look fake. The trial proves her desire to remain beside me."

How very logical... as to be expected by a calculating Prince. Reiner sighed loudly, lowering his mask with a frown. Looks like Reiner travelled and climbed all this way for nothing...

"I happen to disagree... but is this what you want, (Y/N)?"

I smiled gently, tightly embracing Reiner for what felt like- the last time. I nodded against his shoulder mumbling a soft: "yes." Reiner's large, built body tensed upon hearing the softness of my voice- something he hadn't heard since Marco's death.

"I see. If you become Queen... spare me of stealing?"

I laughed, but felt slightly embarrassed by his assumption. Marriage had not yet been decided and I felt a little nervous over the idea. Prince Levi quickly chimed in, a distasteful frown adorning his pale features.

"You can forget it. All crimes receive punishment regardless of emotional attachment."

Reiner chuckled, adjusting his mask with a cheeky smile. As always, I'll miss Reiner.

"We'll see... bye, (Y/N)! Oh and thank me later for my great lock-picking skills."

Lock-picking? I lowered my eyes to my once tight chains- only the restriction was gone, leaving my hands completely free. I smiled brightly, swiftly walking towards the window which Reiner had lifted himself out of. I watched in delight as he began his long, painful climb down the tower.

"Be careful, Reiner!"

Reiner faded behind a rock, sniffling and yelling at me to stop babying him. Truly a friend for life. I'll make sure to hold Reiner in high regard if we ever meet again.

With my chains now completely removed, I was free to turn and approach the Prince- who quickly slid his hands through the iron bars and around my lower waist. Embracing me for a hug, only his hands lowered a little too far.

"He's not so bad after all."

I nodded, parting my lips as Prince Levi leant close- the gap through the bars was small, but just enough room for our lips to meet for a passionate kiss.

My heart felt like melting, my hope in the trial increased once Prince Levi's lips met mine. I knew he would try his absolute best to free me and announce our relationship.

"Nn~"

A strange sound tickled the back of my throat as Prince Levi deepened our kiss, lightly parting my lips and letting his tongue explore my mouth.

We hadn't kissed for quite some time, so our touch was relieving and all the more exciting. The bars restricted my hands only a little as I rose my fingertips to his shoulder, but instead his palm found mine as our fingers lightly grasped together.

Holding hands... this action proved to be very special between us. My eyes flickered open briefly once I felt something warm and wet trickle down my chin. Saliva... had our kiss really become this passionate already?

Prince Levi's lips moulded against mine as his hands seemed to stray, lightly squeezing my hips- which by this time- had completely healed.

Prince Levi seemed displeased by my lack of sound and broke away from my heated lips and licked softly at the shell of my ear instead. My heart beat... truly my emotions cloud my rational thinking when it comes to the Prince.

Prince Levi's soft panting against my ear forced a strangled cry to escape my lips as he nipped softly against my flustered skin.

"Si vous arrivez encore à marcher jusqu'au procés une fois que j'en aurai fini avev vous." (That's if you can even walk to the trial once I'm done with you.)

A familiar wave of confusion washed my body as I failed to understand what the Prince had spoken in his mother tongue. Perhaps I should start to learn? I'd love to know what he says to me...

I whimpered softly as Prince Levi's tongue lowered to my neck. I pushed my body forward in attempts of furthering his access against my skin. The bars are in the way...

Prince Levi took ahold of my chin and tilted my head to the right- exposing a small part of skin his tongue could reach through the bars.

"Stay still and be quiet. I'm running out of time."

I nodded, attempting to break our hand hold so I could muffle any embarrassing sounds- but Prince Levi gave me no such luxury. I clamped my lips shut once his heated tongue traced my skin, biting and licking softly- urging a purple mark to surface.

I panted, shaking lightly as Prince Levi's lips twitched upwards into a handsome smirk. He's enjoying my reactions... I pulled away in attempts of showing my discomfort but the Prince suspected my actions and held me close for another heart racing kiss.

"Mm~"

Prince Levi clearly lost part of himself to the kiss as his hands neared my chest, tracing dangerously close to my most vulnerable spot. I cried out, but my shock was lost inside our lustful kiss. H-He's nearing my nip-

Suddenly, the loud clatter of keys abruptly ceased Prince Levi's dirty touching, he briskly abandoned his place by my cell and hid amongst the darkness provided by the prison.

Fifteen minutes is up! Guards are arriving!

I sharply stepped away from my front of the cell, opting to hide my hands behind my back in attempts of mimicking chains. Act natural! Act normal! I sat down upon my metal slab- also known as a prison bed. Since there was no time to lie down, I lowered my head and remained still.

Heavy footsteps past my cell as a guard stopped just outside the iron bars. What time is it? Must be meal time if a guard has stopped walking near my cell.

My assumption was proved correct as a guard offered me a tray of mash potato and gravy- sighing loudly as I gratefully accepted the dish.

"Foreigner..."

The guard muttered, glancing at my appearance for a brief moment. I bowed my head, nervously clearing my throat.

"T-That's correct..."

The prison guard scratched his slightly bearded chin, his eyes lowering to my dishevelled clothing. I turned away, placing my meal onto a small wooden table- one of many privileges being in an isolated cell.

"The girl who's rumoured to be in a relationship with the Prince..."

I stiffened, sensing this guard was more intelligent and perceptive than others, his nose leant close to the bars- sniffing the air.

"You smell like him too..."

Smell? He can smell things? How creepy... I remained silent as the guard shrugged his shoulders, continuing on with his meal deliveries.

"I would recommend being careful..."

I frowned. Just who is this guard? I lowered my fork into my mash potato and began to mix the gravy together. I averted my eyes to the wall- which Prince Levi's piercing gaze watched me intently.

Luckily, he's wearing black so he hid his presence well. I smiled gently as the Prince nodded his head a single time- swiftly exiting the isolation area.

Leaving me behind.

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