Kindness at Christmas

Content: Nearly 3.7k words showing some of your most recent Christmas, and a long flashback of how you got there.

Extras: Another piece for @levi-supreme Happy Birthday Levi event! This got a little longer than I realized and I teared up a couple times writing it! I hope you love it!!

"We did it!" Your daughter giggles happily as her father places her back down.

He's just helped hold her up to put the star on top of your six foot Christmas tree.

"It looks beautiful!" You say, coming to hug them both. Levi kisses you softly and smiles.

"We still have more to do!" Your seven year old is always very excited for the Christmas season. Not because of the toys, although that helps, but because of the lights and the magic, the movies and the music, the yummy foods, and the family time.

"Grandma Kuchel is coming over tomorrow to help, don't worry." Levis mom loves coming to see you. She dotes on all of you and spoils her granddaughter and even her new grandpup that you got at the shelter earlier in the year.

"Yay!" She loves her grandma and runs to hug her doggy who barks and plays with her.

You and Levi smile at the happy sight.

"I love you." He whispers, pulling you close.

"I love you too." You share another sweet kiss in front of your Christmas tree, before reaching to adjust a small gold star ornament.

It's taken a long time to get here, it hasn't always been easy, but it's been worth it.

"Daddy! Read to me!" Your little one is a daddies girl, and it warms your heart to see them together.

She goes to pick out a Christmas book, which is tradition for Levi to read the night you put up your tree.

You make mugs of hot chocolate for each of you and all go into the living room.

Levi gives the dog a chew toy so he'll settle in and the pup takes it to his bed in the corner.

As you and your daughter snuggle on the couch, Levi pulls out one of the many fleece blankets in the closet and comes to put it over you.

"Thank you sweetheart." You look at him fondly as he sits down with you both and picks up the book.

Just as he's about to start reading your daughter stops him.

"Daddy, why do you always wrap mommy in a blanket?" She notices he does this a lot, and even though you have blankets, every year he gets you another one.

"So she never gets cold, my little snowflake." Levi smiles at you as you brush his hair back.

She looks between the two of you, not quite understanding.

"Are you sick?" She asks you in a concerned voice.

"No my sweet girl. It's just, there was a time we didn't have this many blankets." You hug her.

"So you were cold?" She looks up at you.

"A little, but daddy was always there to keep me warm." You share a smile.

"Everything is fine now, so let's listen to daddy read, okay?" You two hold each other as Levi takes a sip of hot chocolate and begins.

"Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse" Levi reaches over and touches your daughters nose, making her giggle.

You smile and get lost in thought as Levi continues.

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stardustdiaries asked:

A moment with Post-war Levi inspired by Tangled's Kingdom Dance scene? I think yes🥰

GIF by alchemical-pizzazz

It's one of Levi's first times actually going out with you since the end of the war and he's done wonderful progress healing, preferring to use his cane rather than his chair. Getting tired of walking, you give him the chance to sit down and rest while you finishing buying whatever fresh goods are available that you could use for dinner that night.

Reluctantly, he sits and waits for you to return, but the sound of your laughter has him back on his feet at a regretfully fast movement to his healing knee. He all but stumbles through the crowd and freezes the moment he spots you dancing around. The music roars through the air and there's people cheering, but he can only focus on the dazzling smile on your face as you twist and turn with such joy to the music.

And he realizes that he's never seen you dance before. Not even on nights after a rather successful expedition when the Scouts would dance their worries away after a drink or two.

People join in and pull you every which way, but you reach out for Levi time and time again. You've had about five different partners up to this point and try again to reach out for Levi.

He doesn't hesitate to pull you in. You crash against him and for a moment, he forgets his cane. You're enough to keep him upright.

Levi gives a gentle "C'mon," but doesn't do anything to move away. Instead, he's mesmerized by this joyful, carefree version of yourself that he just witnessed. And for a moment, he wishes he could dance with you, he wishes the nagging of his injuries would quiet down for a bit, give him the pleasure of swaying with you.

It's a feeling that sticks with him for the entirety of the walk back home, long after you've already put the things away and washed up for the night. And quietly, he just holds you close, swaying from side to side and absolutely enjoying the soft humming of a melody that ripples through your throat.

Hi dear! I apologize you letting this (and something else…) sit in my inbox. I'm very bad at that :( (also tumblr was fighting me!!)

But this is so sweet and adorable and I wanted to do something with it! Uh, might've turned it a slight tad angsty. 1400+ words

Levis worked very hard to get the use of his legs back, and is so much further along then just a month ago. You've been with him the whole time, pushing him when he needs it, telling him to take it slower others. You're so proud of his progress.

"I wanna leave the chair today." He knows this could mean trouble, with lots of walking ahead, but he has to try.

"Of course." You say confidently, getting his cane. Maybe you're a little nervous, but today is the day he wants to try, so you are supportive.

"What do you want for dinner today?" You ask while going at a pace that you hope won't bother Levis leg. You have a small cart with you to help hold what you get.

So far, so good though. "Whatever you pick will be fine. Something fresh." He likes to help you in the kitchen with the produce you pick.

It takes a short while to get to town and the vendors and you start out at your normal spots, getting fruits and vegetables, spices, teas, and more.

Soon you realize Levi lagging behind. "Are you okay?" You ask with concern.

"I'm sorry, it's just…" He huffs, annoyed with himself. He isn't even carrying all the bags and still needs a break.

"Don't be sorry! Let's go sit down." You sense how he's feeling and wish he wouldn't.

You get Levi settled in a good spot and leave what you've already bought with him.

"This okay?" You ask softly, standing in front of him and pushing his hair back.

"Yeah, thanks." He leans into your touch and you bend to kiss his forehead.

You go to finish up and Levi people watches in the meantime. It's getting a little crowded and he's lost sight of you.

He doesn't think much of it until he starts to hear a commotion and your voice can be heard. His heart drops as he jumps up, regretting it immediately. Partly because his leg, and also because the noise you made wasn't one of despair.

He leaves the bags, sure no one will bother them, and moves to find you. There's a sudden burst of music and cheering and after a moment, there you are, dancing along with the crowd, smiling ear to ear.

Levi can just watch, you're aura so bright you're positively glowing. You see him and wave and he smiles as you get turned around, your joy easily spreading to him.

Levi stands there a little to long and when his leg spasms his smile fades some. Even if this isn't a usual activity of his, if he had wanted to join you, it would be difficult.

He leans on his cane and moves his weight off the one leg the best he can. If there was a sign of grief on his face he wipes it away before you can notice, not wanting to upset your moment.

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Iris

Content: 3.5k words. Levi didn't want to burden you with why he's upset, and you do your best to get him through.

Song choice link: I was undecided until I heard this and knew it was perfect. Suggest starting when reader goes to find Levi, and then loop that baby! :D

Warnings: Emotional hurt/comfort, possibly suggestive but sfw, spoilers for character deaths through first half of season 4 and OVAs, mentions of certain character conditions after chapter 139

an-Okay here we go! I'm really excited about this and hope you love it! Fluff will return soon cause this took a toll lol

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"Is there any way that you could please get your boyfriend off our backs today?" Connie huffs, falling onto the bench next to Jean.

"Seriously, what's his deal?" Jean asks, wincing in pain.

"Guys I don't know what's going on. He's been ignoring me all day." You tell them, sitting down on the floor to help first Jean and then Connie take off their boots, getting thanks from both of them.

You feel bad, but Levi won't even look at you today.

"What did you do to him?" Armin comes to sit on the floor next to you, using you as a head rest. He hasn't had it quite as bad as Jean and Connie but he's still running on empty.

"Me? Nothing. We're fine, yesterday we made plans and when I went to his office this morning he'd left me a note calling it off." You give Armin your water bottle which he gladly accepts.

"Well, something happened." Connie insists.

Problem is, you don't know what.

You know things were fine the night before, so it must've been something today. It started when you couldn't find him and realized he'd left you hanging, which was very unlike him, so you thought maybe he'd just gotten busy early. Then when you did find him, not only did he literally walk away when he saw you, but he was wearing his eye patch, which was extremely rare and only happened if he was outside in the sun a lot, which he wasn't.

"Kirstein! Springer! Arlert!" Jean and Connie groan and start lacing their boots back up.

"So much for that." Connie almost cries.

"Hide me." Armin begs you.

"What the hell are you three doing?" Levi demands, coming to stand by the group.

You know you haven't done anything, and neither have they, so why is he being so harsh?

You stand and clear your throat. "Hey, Levi-" But the words won't come out when Levi whirls around to give you a hard stare that you don't think you've ever received. Not before you were together, and most certainly not now.

"Is there something you need?" He questions sternly.

You actually gulp and the boys are wide-eyed at hearing how cold he speaks to you.

"No." You shake your head and decide it won't help any to push him.

Armin gives you a sympathetic look and Jean pats your shoulder before they and Connie go off to whatever torture is in store for them.

Now you sit on the bench yourself, trying to figure out what's going on.

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Later in the day you continue working on your own tasks and send good thoughts to the boys, hoping things have settled down.

"Hey." Mikasa is calling to you.

"Hi. What's up?" You haven't seen her since this morning.

"I talked to the guys and wanted to come find you." She heard about what was going on.

"Oh, everything okay?"

"Well, no, but it will be." Mikasa tells you.

"I don't understand. Have I done something?" You ask woefully.

Mikasa shakes her head. "No, you haven't. It's just, not a good day."

You're just as confused. Mikasa seems to know something you don't. You and Levi have known each other a few years, and though you've only been officially together a little while, you thought he was opening up to you. In fact, you know he has, but apparently there are things he still wouldn't talk to you about.

Mikasa sighs. It's not for her to say, really, but it seems Levi doesn't know how to tell you, and it isn't fair to you to think it's your fault.

"It's the anniversary, of his friends death." She explains about Isabel and Farlan and how he's never forgiven himself and has a difficult time every year on this day.

"You know Levi, he blames himself for a lot of things that are out of his control. Don't be too upset with him."

You do know that, and are thankful Mikasa has clued you in. You had only known a little about the situation before this.

"No, of course not." It pains you to know that Levi still tries to deal with this alone, after all this time, and you hope you can do something for him.

"Hey, don't tell the guys." They didn't need to know every detail about their Captain.

"I'll just tell them he's having a bad day, they'll understand." It wouldn't be the first time.

It's not long before you run into them, and even knowing why Levi has been acting this way, still feel bad when you see they're about to drop dead.

Mikasa takes care of them while you try to find Levi. He's not in his office or mess hall or anywhere you might normally find him, so if he's inside there's just one other place you can think of.

Knocking on his bedroom door you get no answer, but push it open anyway hoping he's here.

"Levi?" You frown while standing in the doorway. There he is, curled up in his bed, not even bothering to change clothes.

He shifts and sits up, barely turning your way.

You bite your lip. He's even still wearing the eye patch. You hate that he's feeling this bad.

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‘I got you.’ You said that the night he realized he had feelings for you.

Reblogging Iris in anticipation of a prequel that should be debuting this Saturday! :)

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Untouchable the prequel is here!

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Story Outline part 3 of

Levi x deaf reader/ female character (undecided)

Part 1 here : Part 2 here : Part 4 here : Part 5 here

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After female character has been summoned to the capital she says she will only go if Levi and Armin come too. This is agreed too and the night before she gets upset because she still doesn't think she belongs and will look silly. In the morning while on the way to the capital, Levi tells her there's nothing she can't do and surprises her with new shoes to match the dress he had bought for her.

People aren't sure what to think of her but everyone is polite. They see her way with animals and the children seem fond of her too. She teaches them animal signs and things like 'play.' The three enjoy their free day and she can't believe all the things she encounters that she's never known of before.

That night she and Levi stay up talking about her future. She's still nervous and Levi wishes she had as much confidence in herself as he has in her. She finally admits she's afraid she could never make him truly happy because of her condition. Levi says she's already proven herself wrong because he's never felt this way before.

During her meeting with Queen Historia she impresses the queen and her ladies in waiting with her skills and is offered an official job. She declines in favor of the life she has but is willing to come back when needed.

Before the day is over it is also mentioned of unhearing people being cured in neighboring nations, but this is unfathomable to her and she believes hearing would affect the way she works, but secretly she wonders if it's possible. The queen wonders if her answers are all her own but accepts them anyway.

In the time that follows things are back normal and Levi and f/c are still together quite often when not working. Physical touch becomes imperative between them and though Levi can be hesitant, she never pushes him away. Sometimes she thinks she should've taken the job offer to better her station, but Levi tells her not to be disappointed as she was being true to herself.

Soon there is talk about a neighboring nation suffering from famine. Within the next week a ship will be sent with supplies in hopes that when and if the nation can bounce back they will duty bound to help in the future. Because of spreading disease, medical personnel and others will also be sent.

Even though Levi can sense it coming he is still devastated when f/c is asked to go as not only are animals also suffering but children in one part of town that's under quarantine are experiencing hearing loss as a symptom.

She isn't sure what to do and Levi asks her to say no since it's a high risk situation. She uses Levis words saying she must be true to herself and when she asks how it's different when he risks his life, Levi tells her he loves her. It shocks both of them but he continues to say/sign it until they're both extremely emotional.

Levi goes to see the queen and all but begs her to not send f/c. Historia says it's completely up to f/c and Levi needs to put his feelings aside for the good of the people. His uncooperativeness and eventual outrage get him arrested. Armin finds f/c who has finally decided and says she will go only if Levi is dismissed of all charges.

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a/n- Well that escalated quickly. I didn't see it going this way, but here we are! Ohhh part 4 I can't handle it!! It will have to wait a few days cause I'll be away, thinking of writing.