"If everything goes according to plan, you'll have no choice but to join the Survey Corps. Otherwise, we likely won't be able to protect you. I hope you understand," Erwin warned Chen Si.
He had already learned about Chen Si's combat performance from the elite squad of the Garrison. That level of strength was exactly what the Survey Corps needed.
Not only that—Keith had even shown him the training results from the cadet corps in advance. Chen Si's scores were one thing, but more importantly, Erwin had read a record written by a clerk describing a speech Chen Si gave in the mess hall.
Chen Si was undoubtedly a rare talent—not only incredibly strong, but also possessing remarkable leadership potential.
Erwin was determined to recruit him into the Survey Corps—and to protect him at all costs.
The issue with the royal government had reached a point where it could no longer be ignored. A cold glint flashed in Erwin's eyes.
"In fact, I was only ever interested in joining the Survey Corps. Compared to being chased inland by Titans, I'd rather be the one chasing them down and killing them," Chen Si said calmly.
"Oh? Let's hope you're not in this sickly state when you're cutting down Titans," Levi remarked, slightly surprised.
Erwin nodded.
After speaking, Erwin stood up, picked up his chair, and moved to sit in front of Eren's cell. At the same time, he raised a key.
"That key…" Eren spoke up immediately.
"Yes, it's yours. I'll return it to you shortly."
"In your hometown—Shiganshina District—in Dr. Jaeger's basement… that's where the secret of the Titans lies, correct?" Erwin asked.
"Yes. That's what my father told me," Eren replied, slightly stunned.
"You've lost your memory, and your father is missing. That's quite the coincidence," Levi said, leaning against the wall with his arms crossed.
"He has no reason to lie. Haven't we already reached that conclusion?" Erwin said, glancing at Levi.
"Perhaps this so-called Titan power was forced onto him by Dr. Jaeger. At present, he truly seems to know nothing," Winyaad added.
"Exactly. There are still many unanswered questions. Perhaps he's never even entered that basement himself. What we need now is to hear your thoughts," Erwin said, turning back to Eren.
"My thoughts…" Eren hesitated.
"If we want to reach that basement in your hometown, we must first retake Shiganshina District and Wall Maria. To seal the breach as quickly as possible, we'll need unconventional methods—that means relying on your Titan power.
As for Chen Si, his ability is focused on destructive power. He can't seal the wall. That makes you especially important. In the end, what determines everything are still Titans—the Colossal Titan, the Armored Titan, and the one Chen Si killed. Their principles should be the same as yours."
"That's true. The boulder Eren lifted—I could easily shatter it into dust with my lightning, but I can't lift it. So in the end, Eren, sealing Wall Maria will depend on you," Chen Si said from behind the wall.
"Sounds pretty powerful," Winyaad murmured.
Levi's gaze shifted slightly. He recalled what Hange had told him—that Chen Si had instantly killed an intelligent Titan—and he began to acknowledge Chen Si's strength.
"To be honest, killing Titans is as easy as playing around," Chen Si said smugly.
"Our duty isn't slaughter—it's protection. Killing more enemies doesn't mean you can protect what you truly cherish," Levi said in a low voice.
Hearing Chen Si's words, images of Isabel and Furlan suddenly surfaced in his mind.
Killing Titans was easy… but so what?
Levi let out a bitter laugh inwardly, his expression dimming.
"Levi…" Winyaad said softly, noticing his mood. She understood—he was thinking of Isabel and Furlan.
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