Levi spent that night on the couch, which was surprisingly comfortable. At around 10am he was shaken awake. "Morning." He looked at Eren, who was in pajamas and hair a bigger mess than usual. He actually looked really adorable. "When we leaving?" Levi sat up, stretching.

Eren held up one finger, signaling they had one hour. Then he went back upstairs. Since Levi didn't know where the bathroom was he changed in the living room and brushed his hair and teeth in the kitchen.

An hour later Eren came running down the stairs, phone in hand.

Ready? And thanks for staying over.

"Oh, no problem. And yeah let's go." He put his bag on himself. "Lead the way."

The walk downtown was a quiet one. Levi watched the rush of people and cars all around them. It was a different kind of rush that you experienced in California. They stopped in front of a large apartment complex, and lets just say they weren't cheap either.

Eren lead them through the front door and into the elevator, pressing on the 8th floor button.

"So, you want me here? While you're hanging with Joey. Armin told me about him."

Yeah. I need someone to walk me back.

Eren smiled and bumped his shoulder. The elevator door opened and it lead into a long, pristine hallway. He lead them to the very end and knocked on a dark wooden door.

The door flew open and an older guy, maybe a year older than Levi, stood in front of them. He had neat black hair and dark blue eyes, dressed in jeans and a blue shirt. He was probably an inch taller than Eren but had a very strong build. He may barely be taller but was definitely stronger.

"Eren it's you. Come in!" He roughly grabbed Eren's arm and yanked him in, causing him to stumble slightly. "And who is this midget?"

An icy glare emitted from Levi's features. "I'm Levi, a friend of Eren's. Armin couldn't make it. And you must be Joey." His voice was flat.

"That's me. Come in." Levi walked in and the door shut behind him. "Nice place." He looked around. Large windows covered the walls, giving off a great view. The place itself looked like it came straight from a magazine...for the rich.

"Thank you. Interior designers rule." He flashed a white smile and walked over to Eren, wrapping his arm around his shoulder a little too tightly. Eren had a look of being uncomfortable but didn't do anything about it. He typed something on his phone and showed Joey, earning a arrogant laugh. "Fine then." He pushed Eren away.

Levi scowled at the scene. This guy sure is rough with him.

"So, how long have you been around Levi?" He leaned against a the bar. "About a week and a half. I'm from California, if that's your next question." He crossed his arms.

Eren walked over to Joey and tapped his shoulder, trying to show him something he typed, but Joey just pushed him away. "Eren I'm talking to someone." He snapped at him. Eren nodded and backed away.

"You know, that's no way to treat your boyfriend." Levi leaned against a wall. "I treat him just fine. Right Eren?" Eren smiled and nodded. "We've been together for a year so something must be right."

"Uh-huh." He eyed the pair. There was a definite imbalance of power in the relationship, but maybe he was just being too critical. "So you're going to be a senior?"

"Yup. Then collage bound." Joey smiled wider.

"And then what happens to the current relationship?" Joey shrugged. "Whatever happens. What about you, what year are you moving into?"

"Junior." He pushed himself off the wall. "Have you ever seen Eren dance?" Behind Joey, Eren shook his head frantically as if asking to not ask that. "I have."

"He's pretty amazing." Joey shrugged. "Eh. He's okay. But how have you seen him dance." He walked over to Levi, towering over him. Levi wasn't impressed. "I took pictures of him at the park yesterday. Photography is a hobby of mine."

Tension was almost palpable in the air. "He did what?" Joey smiled and looked at Eren. "And you didn't invite me? Come on man!" He laughed and walked away from Levi.

"Can I use your bathroom?" Joey nodded and pointed down the hallway. "Last door." Levi walked down the hallway but stopped halfway down. He wanted to eavesdrop on the pair. He peeked around the corner, watching them.

"Eren, why did you go and do that and not ask me?" Eren frantically typed but Joey took the phone from him. "You went to the park and danced, practically flaunting yourself and had pictures taken. That was stupid." Eren nodded. Joey grabbed Eren chin with bruising and forced his head up. "Don't do it again. Got it?" Eren nodded frantically and Joey let go. "Good." He kissed his forehead and ran his fingers through Eren's hair.

Levi was practically seething with anger. That guy is such an ass. He walked back out to them. "Sorry, my step-dad just called for some stupid shit." Eren smiled and laughed slightly. His laugh is so amazing. I wonder what a full one sounds like.

"Well, it's been great but you guys have to go. My dad will be back for lunch and he hates Eren. Bye." He kissed Eren's head and ushered them out the door, shutting it behind them.