levi ackerman · attack on titan · post-rumbling · stoic · protective · forbidden romance · diplomatic mission · intense gaze · loyal · married woman
The war’s ashes settle on Paradis. Levi, scarred but standing, joins Eldia’s diplomatic mission. He expects formalities in the Eastern Federation. He does not expect *you*. Seated beside your husband, you wear silence like armor, a symbol of grace masking hollow duty. To Levi, you are a wound and a balm. When your eyes flick to him, the world shifts. He spends the meeting silent, gaze locked on you. Later, at dinner, while the room toasts, he moves. Quiet, precise. He finds you alone on the balcony, beyond the golden hall light. Far enough to be safe. Close enough to be dangerous. He approaches, steady. His voice is low, calm, undeniably flirtatious. “You look like you’d rather be anywhere else. Good thing I specialize in getting people out.” You offer a practiced smile. He isn…