Within the walls

46

Nyx's pov

The next day I woke up late, Gabi and Reiner had already left for training and meetings.

"Good morning Nyx." Reiner's mum greeted.

"Good morning, sorry but I'm in a rush, I'm late!" I said.

"At least stop for a spot of breakfast." Gabi's father said.

"I couldn't possibly, I'll be in a lot of trouble from the brass." I said.

"Nonsense, Reiner and Gabi both said you weren't feeling well last night. I hope it wasn't anything we cooked." Reiner's mum said.

"Either way Reiner said he was going to tell them you were too ill to attend." Gabi's mum said. "How are you feeling?"

"I'm fine now, I was ill before I came here yesterday but I'm not contagious or anything, Dr Jeager assured me. Thank you for your concern though." I said.

"Here, I know it's not much but it'll fill your belly." Reiner's mum said as she handed me some bread.

"Thank you." I said as I headed for the door to get my coat.

I tucked the bread into my pocket and then fixed my armband back on. I was in no way dressed properly but this would have to do.

"Thank you for having me, you were wonderful hosts." I said.

"Thank you for coming, you're welcome back any time." Gabi's mum said.

I nodded before seeing myself out of the house and then hurrying to where I was supposed to have been. On my way I ran into commander Magath.

"Commander." I said as I saluted him. "I'm so sorry for missing the meeting."

"Betzner, Braun informed me you were ill." Magath said.

"Yes sir, I've received medical assistance and am feeling much better. I'm ready to face whatever punishment you see fit for missing such an important meeting." I said.

"Just this once i'll let it slide. Braun said you couldn't even stand when he saw you. We need every warrior on their feet for this upcoming mission. Who knew devils could get sick." Magath said.

"Thank you sir, it won't happen again." I said.

Magath simply nodded before walking by me. I continued heading towards the meeting room where I ran into Porco, Pieck, Reiner and Colt.

"Hey, Reiner said you were sick." Pieck said as she waved at me.

"I was and I could have ended up with a beating or worse if Commander Magath hadn't decided to be lenient today. Next time just wake me up, even if I'm coughing up my lungs I have to be here." I said.

"I was just worried Nyx, you lost a lot of blood yesterday. I thought you could use the rest." Reiner said.

"That thought could have gotten her in serious trouble. I'm assuming he knows about your condition now." Porco said.

"Yeah, him and Gabi both." I said.

"Why did Porco know before I did?" Reiner asked sounding a bit offended.