Levi x Reader |Massage|

Something was not right.

You looked around the mess hall to see what was wrong, some people would think you’re crazy, but your gut feeling was telling you something wasn’t right.

You furrowed your brows and continued to look until your gaze went on Levi and it was clear what was wrong.

He was stiff and tense, brows furrowing in pain, despite Erwin asking him what was wrong, the short male simply brushed it off, assuring the blonde he was fine, but you knew better.

You then remembered he said something about falling out of a tree three days ago while on the expedition, which didn’t surprise you, it was raining that day and the branches were wet, it was fortunate he wasn’t seriously injured.

You licked your lips and ate some of your soup. You looked up just in time for him to get to his feet and leave the mess hall, tense, you could see he was gritting his teeth, sore muscles was not fun, but you remember your mother taught you how to massage, you had Lavender oil which was the best thing to use.

You rose to your feet and took your empty bowl and cutlery to the place where dirty dishes were kept. You pondered and approached the superior table.

“Um...Hanji.”

The brunette perked up. “Ah, can I help you (Name)?”

“Do you think I can have the spare key you keep?”

“Eh? You mean the key to shorty’s office?”

You nodded. “Yes.”

She smiled and pulled the key out of her pocket. “Here, if you can help shorty, then go for it.”

“Do you know what’s wrong with him?” Erwin asked you.

“I have a feeling I know what’s wrong, I’ve seen his body language before.”

He nodded. “Will he be back to normal before the next expedition?”

“Yes.”

You left the table and headed towards the door of the mess hall, your first destination was the dorms so you could get the Lavender essential oil you needed.

~/~

It didn’t surprise you that the office door was locked. You pulled the key out of your pocket and unlocked the door. You opened the door and then stepped in.

You locked the door behind you and noticed he wasn’t at his desk. You licked your lips and walked to his bedroom next door. You almost blushed when you found him shirtless, lying on his stomach, the belts and boots in the other corner of the room. You shook your head and pulled the bottle of oil out of your pocket and shrugged off your jacket.

You folded it and placed it on the chair and then took your boots off.

You walked over and decided to see what reaction you got. You rubbed his shoulders with your thumbs in a circular motion, you were rewarded with a grunt.

You reached for the bottle and went to work.

“I don’t know how the fuck you got in (Last), but I’m not complaining.”

You smiled and put some Lavender oil on his shoulders and upper back. “I asked Hanji for the spare key she had.”

“Shit, what was that?”

“Huh? Oh, Lavender oil, it helps with sore muscles.”

“How did you know I got sore muscles?”

“I could tell by your body language, also, my mother has massaged people before with sore muscles and she told me to see the signs of someone who’s got sore muscles.” You explained.

“All because I slipped out of that fucking tree.”

“It was raining heavily on the expedition.” You pointed out. “Most of the injures weren’t from Titans.”

“Makes a change.” He muttered, letting out another grunt.

“Did I hurt you?” You asked in concern

“No...You just rubbed a sore part.”

“Oh.”

“How long does it take for sore muscles to heal?”

“At least four days, try to leave cleaning for a bit until your sore muscles are fully better.”

“Fine, paperwork?”

“Erm...Leave it for a bit, because you’ll be leaning forward, I’ll inform the commander about it.”

“Tch, I knew I should have been careful.”

“It’s not really your fault sir, tree branches can get slippery when wet.”

He said nothing and simply allowed you to do your work, you were positive if someone else walked in his office, he would of punished them, you hoped he wouldn’t punish you for entering his office without permission.

“Thought I would get punished.” You admitted

“I was going to.”

You smiled and continued to rub your hands on his sore muscles.

“Fuck, how are you good?”

“Mother taught me how to massage, I thought it would be useless, but I guess not.”

“I want you to be here tomorrow afternoon.”

“Of course.”

~/~

While most soldiers were doing afternoon training, you were giving humanity’s strongest a massage.

The curtain was closed, but open slightly to allow some light to enter the room, you had never seen Levi so relaxed, after leaving for the night, you informed Erwin after bumping into him about the paperwork problem, to your relief, the blonde took note and there wasn’t a single paperwork on the desk.

You knew the raven haired man would be fine for the next expedition, because soldiers relied on him while out in Titan territory.

“Sir?”

“Hm?”

“Sorry, thought you fell asleep.”

“Keep this up and I might do, at least I know who to turn to when it comes to these damn sore muscles.”

You grinned and continued to rub the sore spots with your hands.

~/~

And four days later, he was all better, you got out of stable duty for a month to your delight, but cleaning you weren’t so lucky, you didn’t mind, if it meant you could keep an eye on him in case he hurt his muscles again, then it would be worth it.

Right now you were heading to Levi's office after someone told you he wanted to see you. You dusted your jacket and knocked on the door.

“State your name and business.”

“It’s only me sir.”

“Get in.”

You opened the door and stepped in the office, closing the door behind you.

“Are your muscles sore?” You asked, worried he hurt himself again.

“No.”

You were relieved to hear that. “Oh, that’s good.”

“I wanted you here for another reason.”

“Hmm?”

He rose from his chair and approached you. “Do you still have it?”

“Uhh...Sorry?”

“The spare key Hanji gave you.”

“Oh, oh I do.” You pulled the key out of your pocket. “I forgot I had this.”

He took the key off you. You smiled

Levi placed the key on his desk. “Shitty glasses thought she lost it somewhere, I guess the idiot forgot she gave it to you.”

You giggled. “She can be forgetful sometimes.”

You said nothing when he approached you again. You blushed when he grabbed your chin gently.

“U-Um...S-Sir?” You muttered.

“Behind closed doors it’s Levi, understand.”

You nodded. Your blush deepened when he cupped your cheeks, before you could ask what was wrong, you had lips against yours.

You were stunned that humanity’s strongest was kissing you of all people, but you found yourself kissing back, with the courage you had, you placed a hand on his shoulder, you were waiting for him to slap the hand away.

But he never did.

He moved from you. “Don’t tell anyone about this, I don’t want the relationship to go public...Yet.”

You nodded.

~/~

You tucked some hair behind your hair, so far the relationship was a well kept secret, not even Hanji knew.

You casually walked in the office and closed the door behind you. Levi gave you a glance before going back to his paperwork.

You looked out the window and then looked at him and moved until you were standing behind him. You placed your hands on his shoulders and rubbed his shoulders with your thumbs in a circular motion.

He grunted and then let out a small groan. You grinned.

“I’m not sore.” He pointed out.

“I know, but I thought you needed a bit of a break.”

You kissed his cheek.

“Has anyone gotten suspicious?”

“Nope, nobody has no idea, not even Hanji, surprisingly enough.”

“That’s...Shocking to be honest, shitty glasses doesn’t miss much.”

You snickered. “I know, we’re good at this whole keeping the relationship a secret.”

He simply hummed. You stopped massaging him and hugged him, giving another kiss to the cheek.

~/~

“My shoulders aren’t sore.” You pointed out.

“Don’t care.”

You said nothing and simply allowed Levi to massage your shoulders, you really shouldn’t complain and besides, this was good practice for him.

“I’m not as good as you.” He admitted.

“Doesn’t matter, I’ve seen people do much worse massages, some people are good at one thing, others are good at other things.”

He stopped giving you a massage but still had hands on your shoulders, you said nothing when he began to kiss your neck.

You closed your eyes with a smile.