Vivid

"Wow... that was-"
"Pretty interesting."
"Very interesting."
Erens eyes never left Levi's line of sight for a second. The two felt as if some spark ignited inside their chests. But as lovely as fate was to them. Time was less understanding. Levi's phone buzzed on the table with a message from a client. Levi reluctantly answered the message shortly after he picked up his phone.
"Is it important?" Eren asked, hoping for the answer to be no. But Eren knew he wasn't that lucky. As much as Levi would have loved to say how important it was. It would only cause an incident to happen.
"It's not, my timer is just telling me I need to sleep," he lied.
"Then... why don't you stay here for the night?" Eren suggested.
"As much as I'd love to stay, I have to decline your offer," the shorter gentlemen replied. Erens grip around Levi's torso tightened hoping it would persuade Levi. As delicious as erens grip was. Levi knew better than to stay. Eren groaned as he followed Levi to the door. Between small kisses and gentle gasps. He pleaded silently for Levi to stay. Like a bandaid Levi needed to rip himself off of Eren.
"You sure you have to go?" Eren hummed softly.
"Unfortunately yes, I'd hate to overstay my welcome," Levi explained.
"It wouldn't be an issue if you stayed," Eren replied.
"You're something you know that?"
"Enough for you to stay?"
"As much as I want to, I have to go. Duty calls and I can't hold off on things." Levi explained to Eren. Eren could only sigh. He hated how much he respected his work ethic. But he understood it was the only reason Levi was there. Once he accepted that Levi was leaving. He waved silently after a long drawn out kiss goodbye. When Levi was out of sight. Eren closed his door and felt his lips. Levi's warmth still lingered on them for a minute. Like a drunken idiot in love. Eren went upstairs to his room and fell on his bed. He instantly couldn't believe the lucky night he had. Eren took it for what it was and fell asleep happily. As he slept soundly, Levi still stalked around in darkness. The sound of his footsteps broke the silence as he walked back to the club. Levi's good mood turned sour as he saw the giant mess before him. He summoned his guards in that moment. They stood in order as he slid off his jacket. "I want this place clean. Do you hear me? Down to every semen infested, puke and sweat covered inch." He ordered. Levi rolled up his sleeves and went to Erwin's office. as his guards scrambled behind him. Levi noticed Armin leave his office. He stopped and cautiously waited for Armins next move. Armin felt his heart leap out of his chest seeing Levi. He had this sad, determined look on his face that made Levi feel guilty. The small blond walked up to Levi and balled his hand into a fist.
"Why," he said softly.
"Why can't you just try and love me?" He cried.
"As I said, there are better options for you to choose from," Levi replied, coldly answering Armins question. Armin could only turn his head with an angry look on his face. As expected, the rejection wasn't taken well. Instead of turning the other cheek and walking away. Armins heart was dead set on taking over Levi. He yanked Levi forward and planted a firm, uncomfortable kiss on Levi's lips. After contact was made, Levi brushed Armin off swatting him away like a fly.
"Don't, Touch, Me," Levi warned.
Armin huffed, scrunching up his face and slapped Levi. Tears streamed down Armins face. Levis cheek stung as the boy ran off like a coward. Levi stood there with his good mood sullied by the events that had transpired. The sweet taste of Eren no longer lingered on his lips. Instead, it was the taste of bitter chocolate and regret. After that night, Levi's war path continued as planned. Over the course of two months Levi had set his plan into motion. By now, Levi was very much well acquainted with Eren. Their feelings were mutual and known. Yet they never took the next step. The reason for this, was whenever Eren had the courage to try. Levi always had a job to take care of. Eren understood this and was in no rush. In fact he loved having Levi court him. Levi didn't mind this simple mutual love chase either. What made it sweeter? Full on take over was in Levis sights. But a wrong tip muddied his chances. Word was, that a huge shipment of drugs coming into the states was scheduled. Someone ratted them out and the whole thing was a shit show. It was a planned ambush and a good number of his men were killed. Because of this, Levi was called out to take care of it himself.
"Hey sweetums, I'll have to get back to you in a second," he replied to Eren as he slipped on some satin black gloves. Eren quickly picked up on Levi's pet silly name and blushed. Pet names were uncommon for Levi to say. He'd only say them to catch Eren off guard. In fact, Levi hated pet names. But Even if it was a small joke for them to laugh about. Eren felt special and gushed silently over this when it happened.
"Is it your job again?" Eren asked curiously.
"Something like that, I have a bit of a pest infestation. It's not that great, I'm gonna have to play exterminator." He sighed and examined his gun.
"Oh, then kill them all, or at least do it quickly. Poor things, I'd hate for them to suffer. Unless they hurt you."
Levi felt at ease hearing Erens worried tone over the phone. He found it charming and sweet of Eren to fret over him.
"Anything for you," he answered in a soft purr. There was a bundle of tied up men as Hanji giggled.
"Is that hanji?"
"HI EREN~"
"shut up, he doesn't want to talk to you four eyes." Levi spat.
"Yes I do, stop being so rude. Is she helping you out?"
"Mhmm." Levi replied as he watched her break one of their fingers.
"How sweet of her. Be thankful she's helping you." Eren told Levi.
"I will be when the jobs done. I have to go. Don't worry, I'll call you tomorrow."
"You're not just saying that?"
"Nope."
"It's a deal, by the way, as a little incentive I sent you something... just open it when you're alone," Eren whispered sensually.
"I will, goodbye Eren," The man squealed, Levi kissed his phone covering up the noise.
"Ah, did he just kiss the phone?" Eren asked after Levi hung up. He blushed and dropped his phone covering his face.
"Young love, so nice," Armin mumbled sarcastically.
"Sorry, I didn't mean to rub it in your face," Eren sighed.
"No, you and your mystery man are close. I get it, I'm just bitter, don't let that stop you." Armin replied.
"It's just been a while since I've seen him. I mean, we haven't exactly done it... how do you even do it with a guy?" Eren mumbled embarrassed about asking such a question.
"Don't fall for him, he'll only break your heart," Armin said flatly.
"Armin, I'm serious."
"Just do what feels right and you'll be fine. Even though he might hurt you."
"Did that guy seriously hurt you that much?"
"He... he made me feel special. It was a job, but I don't know. He was something."
"I understand, between he and I, there's something about us that I have to tell him," Eren sighed dramatically and fell onto Armins bed.
"Then just tell him Romeo. No point in holding it in. Worst you'll get is rejection. Or end up like me," Armin replied.
"Wait, this isn't about me. It's about you! Should I kick this guys ass?"
"No, he'll be mine eventually. Even if he was being nice to me because it was work related. I'm not giving up! I can't anyway, he has my love anyway."
"That's the spirit Armin!" Eren said, cheering him on.
Armin smiled half heartedly for his friend to let go of the subject. "Ah, unfortunately that means I'll be working hard and we can't hang out as much..."
"That's fine, but you have to introduce me to him!"
Eren was genuinely happy for his friend. But wondered if pursuing a man like that was worth the emotional stress. Eren felt almost guilty for being so in love. That thought quickly ran out the door as his phone chirped a cheerful tune. "Ah, Armin, I have to get going... my train is leaving in an hour and I have to go now. Family camping trip means no phones. You sure you're going to be okay? I can convince my father to let you go."
"No, That's fine, I need some time to be to myself anyway. Say hello to Mikasa for me in your home town."
"Okay then... Will do I guess, See ya!"
Eren wondered if he was truly okay. He was hesitant to leave the room. Something about his best friend was off. But even so, he didn't bother Armin with anymore questions out of fear. He waved goodbye to Armin as he left his home. After Eren was gone all Armin could do was sob to his hearts content. He thought for hours about Levi. Eventually he lost himself after rolling up a blunt and smoked it. Eren had left for a trip to see his family for two weeks. With Mikasa gone, no Levi to pursue, and no other friends. He felt truly alone, even if he could make some new friends. He had Levi's number, but for what? Him to only answer him as a client?
"If only he was a hooker... I'd call him for a fuck whenever I wanted," Armin mumbled.
"Maybe we could be together like Eren and that man he calls everyday."
Eren... He was absolutely jealous of Eren. He loved his best friend, but it felt as if Eren was on another league of his own. He was popular in terms of looks. Then there was his athleticism and his strong sense of justice. Eren was the son of a doctor too. He wasn't smart, but he didn't have to be to have people fawn over him. Meanwhile Armin felt he wasn't all that strong and could only rely on his brain.
"At least my brain got me money... but I can't buy the man I want." Armin sighed. This depression went on for days. While Levi's head was in the clouds thinking of Eren. He felt odd without hearing Erens voice for two weeks. But even Levi knew Eren wouldn't have his phone on hand. Levi buried himself in his work and kept as he was. He would see Armin work hard as well but felt nothing toward him. As much as Armin wanted him to. He would always keep his eyes on Levi. Eventually it made Levi uncomfortable around him. It began to interfere with his work. Armins visits became more and more troublesome. This led to Levi finally speaking to Armin. After meeting up with Armin in his home. Levi felt something about the boys aura was off. His room was a smokers paradise. But to Levi it was hell on earth. "At least it's clean," Levi told himself silently.
"And what brings the great Levi to speak to me again?" Armin spat. "You and I both know why."
"Good, I can get to the point." "What will it take for you to leave me alone?" Levi asked. "All I want is for you to give me a chance," Armin replied. "A chance I don't want to give. Don't you understand? My answer is no, there is someone better than me."
"better... BETTER? Don't you get it!? All I want is you!" Armin shouted.
"It's been you! It's always been you! I don't want anyone else. I want you!"
"Cut the nonsense, its only getting you into deeper messed up shit."
"I'm already in deep shit. I'm in love with you Levi! Please, just give me a chance."
"I can't."
"Why. Give me one good reason why?"
"There's someone better for you."
"Levi, I'm tired of you making excuses... just please."
"I can't, I don't want to. This isn't the way to go about this."
"Why?"
"Why should I have to explain it to you?"
"You owe me an explanation!"
"I don't owe you anything."
"Tell me why!?"
"The truth will only hurt you."
"Then lay it on me Levi! You've already hurt me enough. What, is it someone else?" Armin hesitantly laughed. Levi was quiet for the most part and wanted to protect Eren at all costs. But knew this constant battle of truth and denial would chase him.
"tell me why!" Armin demanded.
"Fine you want the truth? I'll tell you. I'm..."