« Chapter 36- Braugstein Camp »

Hazel's P.O.V

We followed this kid named Sarah to a camp she's really proud of. She's really talkative, much like Hange, but more annoying. All she said is Braugstein Camp that and Braugstein Camp this. Urgh. If I just don't need to play nice for this mission I practically planned, I would have duck taped this girl's mouth.

"Oh! And Uncle Harry wants me to take you to the Principia! You're gonna love it there! Everyone's nice there!" She said as she turned to us with a smile. I don't want to pay attention to her, but I would look suspicious. She giggled and twirled around, her dress doing a circular motion. Yes, she's wearing a freaking dress.

"Umm, Sarah-san. The man earlier...that's Uncle Harry?" Titus asked and the girl nodded, her hands behind her.

"Yep! He's one of the very first camper in this camp!" She said and I looked around. This camp isn't as big as the one Survey Corps have, but enough to hold these people. All the people here have blond hairs and green eyes, "But he once told me that he's not proud to be the first camper. He was sad that his older brother didn't made it."

"Older brother?" I asked.

"Umm, yeah. Well you see. This camp's running for 29 years now and Uncle Harry was 10 back when it started. He had an older brother whose about ten to twelve years older than him," Sarah shrugged before continuing, "Ehh, that's what I heard."

"What happened to his brother?" I asked, becoming curious about the topic. Thus, this camp is as old as I am. Hey, no judging!

"From what I heard, when the Braugstein Clan was chased away from the wall by the royal family, Uncle Harry and his brother and father were separated. Since then, he's never seen them again," as she finished, we arrived in front of the largest cabin in the camp. It's about three-meter tall and goes circular. If I could estimate how big it would be, I think it has a diameter of five meters. You go find the area yourself. I'm done with Math.

A/N: Nope, I'm done with TLE.

"We're here! Welcome to the Principia!" Sarah said gesturing to the huge cabin. That guy she calls Uncle or Harry stepped out behind the cloth covering the entrance of the cabin. I widened my eyes when I saw his fae up closer. Why do I have this feeling he looks familiar? He looked at us and nodded. I heard Titus muttered something, but due to his height, I doubt that I understand that.

"You two. The grand elders would like to speak with you now," he said in his deep voice. My eyes relaxed, but my body tensed as I stayed alert. This guy doesn't trust us, so also don't trust him. He entered the cabin and we followed. Sarah stayed outside but shouted that she will be waiting, which I wished she won't so I won't deal with her mouth again.

As we entered, a panel of old men with green eyes and white hair--probably because of being old---sat on a long table. Their arms are full of scars maybe from injuring their selves or for just being clumsy and stupidly getting their selves hurt.

They eyed the two of us as I tried to soften my eyes. Titus was about to open his mouth when the guy at the middle spoke.

"So these are the two you are talking about, Harry," he said as I glanced at Harry from the corner of my eyes and saw him nod.

"Yes. They look so...Braugstein," he said narrowing his eyes. The hag next the middle one nodded then turns to us.

"What's your names?" He asked as Titus answered this one.

"I'm Titus Braugstein and this is my older sister, Hazel Braugstein!" The middle hag nodded and hummed.

"I agree and they feel like shifters. Are you?"

"Yes, your...honor?" Titus said not really sure what to call them.

"Just call us elders," Old Hags.

"Yes, elders! Yes! We are indeed shifters. We became outcasts of humanity because they learned about the existence of Shifters!" I said and they seem satisfied of my answer. Yes, just believe us and we will have to know your secrets when you trust us. I don't care if you still suspect us, just believe our statement.

"We have felt your presence in the nearby camp of the Survey Corps. What were you doing there?" I shot Titus a glance that says: Go with the plan.

"We were there as captives. When they knew of our power, they want us to be a weapon against titans. They forced us to their camp. They even have this other shifted, but unlike us, he's really with the Survey Corps," Titus said and I internally sighed in relief. Good thing he listened or I'll be doing a karate chop on him.

"Is that so?" The last one on the left said. The middle hag locked eyes with me and I tried my best to look confident which I didn't need to do the best.

"Harry," he called and Harry looked at the hags, "Give these two a shelter. Since they are Braugsteins, they are free to join this camp."

I internally smirked knowing the plan is going smoothly. All we need to do now is to know what they are really doing in this camp.

"Yes, elder," Harry looked at us with a light smile, but I didn't returned it although Titus did. He gestured us to follow him and we did. Sarah was waiting for us outside and she smiled when we exited the cabin.

"Uncle Harry! How's interview?" Sarah asked as if forgetting we're actually here.

"It went well," then Harry turned to us. Asking why I don't call him with Uncle? Cause he's not my uncle! "Would you like to eat before going to your cabin?"

Titus looked at me as I faked a smile. Urgh, playing nice is annoying.

"Yes, please!" Titus looked the other way, pursing his lips. You better not laughing, brat or you'll face my wrath when all of these are over.

"Well, then. Let's go," he said and Sarah joined us like she's been invited. And she's kind of rude, you know? Harry was talking to Titus when she cut him off and started babbling things, I don't even want to talk about. If they don't have that huge age gap, I'll be concluding that Sarah is flirting with Harry.

"Tch," I clicked my tongue in annoyance as Titus glanced at me.

'Nee-chan, no one will intervene in this trance, right?" Titus asked through telepathy, I nodded and sent a reply.

'Yes, none. Let's just stick to the plan and Titus, were you laughing at me back at the Principia?' I asked, internally raising an eyebrow.

'Noooo~' I punched his shoulders and he flinched, 'Okay, okay! I did! It's just that...your playing nice act is pretty convincing? I can't remember the right term.'

'Tch, just gather up all the information you could get,' We followed Sarah and Harry into a wooden building that seems to be a food bar.

"Harry! Good to see 'ya!" A round man with blond hair and sea green eyes said, spreading his arms as if expecting a hug from Harry, though he didn't gave any.

"You too, Bobby. By the way, these are the newcomers, Hazel and Titus," this guy smiled at us and I forced to smile back, but as usual, Titus did with no doubt.

"Welcome! Wanna eat? We got tons of food!" He said and the door at the left burst open revealing another blonde with the same shade of green eyes as Bobby.

"Dad! I've been--oh hey! Sarah! Uncle Harry and you two?" I nearly clicked my tongue but if I do that, my cover might be blown, or I would drop the good girl act and just be me. Hmph, acting nice is a pain in the ass.

"Michael! That's not the right way to greet your cousins!" Bobby said, glaring slightly at the boy. He's about what I think is 17-19 years old and maybe as tall as the Troublesome boy. The newcomer huffed.

"Is everyone in the world my cousin? That means I can't flirt, can I?"

"Tch, just flirt with your ass," I muttered but he seem to heard that and smirk.

"Ooh! Feisty! What's your name, hot stuff?" I glared at the brat, surprising Sarah with my sudden change of attitude. I saw Titus ordering an ice tea from Bobby and he left to make it. My brother smirked at me as if I'm one entertainment.

'Fuck off, Titus.'

"Hey, I'm talking to you! What your name?" Michael asked, licking his lips. Listen, kid. I don't care about you or your flirting issues so go away.

"None of your fucking business," I said and Bobby returned with two iced tea. Titus took one and gave me the other one.

"Oh I see! You're taken!" I really want to punch this guy's face, but I restrain myself and drank my iced tea.

"Taken? By who?" Sarah asked as Michael pointed at Titus. I nearly choked my drink and cupped my hands over my nose and mouth, preventing the liquid from going out. Titus started laughing and I tried wiping the liquid from my face with my coat.

"Hahaha! Me? Baka!" Titus said, panting from the laughter.

"He's my brother, you idiot!" I finally said once I was done all the wet stuff on my face, "And please! I'm not a pedophile!"

"Pedophile?!" He turned to Titus who grinned.

"She's way older than you, okay?" I glared at Titus, but he didn't acknowledge my gesture.

""What?! How old are you?"

"It's rude to ask a lady's age."

"29."

"Titus!" I shouted and glared. Now, this is getting rather annoying.

"What?! But I thought you're...younger because you're short," okay, this kid hit a nerve. Titus seem to be entertained as he drink his iced tea. I stood up and cracked my knuckles.

"Hey, Michael, right!" The kid nodded as Titus smirked, "Better, ran away because the monster is about to be unleash."

"Huh?" I just clicked my tongue in annoyance and just ignored the kid.

"Wait, so you're born when the camp started!" Sarah exclaimed and I gritted my teeth. Why do my age got involve in this conversation?

"Please, let's not talk about this," I pinched my temples and let them talk while I eat my meal in peace. Once we're one, Harry brought us to a cabin. He said this is where Titus and I will be staying and it's just right for the two of us. Great. Just what I need. Privacy is really needed.

"Thanks for the food, Uncle Harry!" Titus said as I look around the cabin. Nice. It has its own bathroom.

"No problem, Titus," Harry said with a smile, "plus, you kind of remind me of my brother."

I looked at them and saw Titus' eyes widened then he scratched the back of his neck, "Hehe. Is that so? Well, is your brother also a klutz?" Harry chuckled and ruffled Titus' hair.

"At times, yeah. See you next time, Titus," then he turned to me and nodded, "Hazel."

Then he headed off. Titus closed the door and I looked out the window. The location of the cabin is perfect! It's near the edge of the camp and I can see the huge forest trees. I turned to Titus and saw him looking at the other side of the window.

"Jean and the others," I went to look at where he was looking at and saw Kirstein, Blouse and Springer hiding behind a tree. They're not very visible to sight, but I'm sure it's them.

"Good. They're doing their job," I said and faced the location of the Survey Corps camp. "Titus, signal them that I'll be reporting what we have learned."

"Hai, Nee-chan!"

I took a deep breathe and closed my eyes to concentrate. Better be ready Yeager or I'll be skinning you alive if you made a mess.

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