Promotion to survey corps

Just as Tang An and Levi were about to continue their battle, Erwin and Keith approached.

Tang An relaxed his fighting stance, looking at the man with blond hair and a determined face.

Commander of the 13th Scout Regiment, possessing accurate judgment of the overall situation and far-sighted strategy,

Erwin was a qualified leader.

His charismatic personality ranked among the top in the entire anime. One could say he made outstanding contributions to humanity's investigation beyond the walls.

"Interested in joining the survey corps?"

Erwin looked at Tang An as if recalling his first meeting with Levi. Although there were doubts about the man's identity, his strength was undeniable, and observing him closely was easier.

"Erwin, isn't that too sudden?"

Keith couldn't help but speak up.

"How about it?"

Erwin raised his hand to stop Keith, his gaze fixed on Tang An.

He knew what Keith was worried about.

"My ideal place is Garrison Corps."

Tang An smiled, contrasting with Levi's cold demeanor, they were complete opposites.

"If you don't join the survey corp with your strength, it would be a loss for humanity."

Erwin spoke after a moment of silence.

"I heard that the survey corp is full of elites."

"That's right."

Before Tang An could finish, Erwin interrupted.

Tang An didn't answer but locked eyes with Erwin. After about ten seconds, a smile appeared. "Then, please take care of me."

Tang An changed his mind. Although he didn't know what this man was up to, his next actions might go more smoothly by joining the survey corp.

Whether stationed in the Garrison Corp, Military Police Brigade, or Survey Corps, it didn't matter since he had already learned both the moon step and Shave.

"Well..."

Keith was already confused.

"I will report his promotion to the higher-ups."

Erwin was decisive.

"Alright!"

Keith had no choice. Although he didn't know Erwin's intentions, he knew Erwin wouldn't make this decision without reason.

"I'll report to the survey corp in seven days. After all, I'm not very proficient with the ODM gear yet."

"Understood."

Erwin nodded, then left with Keith and Levi.

When they returned to the Survey Corps, Erwin and Levi were alone.

"When Tang An joins the Survey Corps, keep a close eye on him."

"Okay."

Levi spoke sparingly, his eyes carrying a hint of coldness.

"According to the original plan, we will investigate the north side of Maria's Wall tomorrow."

"Alright."

At this time, on the training ground, Tang An was still practicing with the 3D maneuvering gear. The appearance of Erwin and Levi only caused him to waste a little time.

"Did you guys hear Captain Erwin's conversation with that person?"

Eren and others who were sneakily eavesdropping in the corner strained their ears.

"It's too far, couldn't hear clearly."

Conny shook his head.

"He's been invited to join the Survey Corps."

Reiner had no expression, his gaze fixed on Tang An, who was using the 3D maneuvering gear inside a building.

"What?"

"Is this an unconventional promotion?"

"What training period is this person from?"

"We haven't seen him in our period, 105th, or 106th maybe."

"I must join the Survey Corps. In a few days, we will graduate too."

Eren's face was determined; he had waited for this day for five years.

"Let's go back for now! If we're caught sneaking out, we'll definitely be punished."

The expressions of everyone changed, quickly disappearing into the alley.

The next day, the entire training ground was filled with trainees, including the soon-to-graduate 104th batch, which included the protagonist, Eren. Despite nearing graduation, they still had daily training tasks to complete under the stern eye of Instructor Keith.

Many eyes, including Keith's, were fixed on a figure not far away. Whispers filled the air.

"Who is that guy?"

"Never seen him before!"

"Unbelievable, how can anyone endure such training?"

"I counted, he already did a thousand push-ups."

Among the murmurs, all the students observed Tang An's daily routine of intense exercises like push-ups, sit-ups, and handstand push-ups, each totaling a thousand repetitions.

Later, he practiced using the 3D Maneuvering gear.

"Don't just stand there, everyone, start training!"

Keith coughed, his gaze sharp and commanding, addressing all the students.

During lunch, Tang An joined the other students of his batch. While most formed groups, Tang An sat alone, attracting the attention of many.

They had heard some rumors by now, knowing Tang An had been promoted by Commander Erwin against the usual protocol. In a few days, he would directly join the Survey Corps. There were also stories about his confrontation with Levi.

"Where's Eren?"

"In the food line, probably."

"There he is!"

"That idiot Eren."

A few, including Conny, looked at Eren sitting across from Tang An, holding his food.

This guy just couldn't resist.

"I'm Eren, nice to meet you."

Sitting across from Tang An, Eren introduced himself.

"I'm Tang An."

Tang An smiled.

Eren sighed in relief, thinking Tang An would be difficult to approach.

"Yesterday, I saw your battle with Captain Levi. You're incredibly strong," Eren remarked.

"How did you achieve that?" His gaze was intense, and Eren wished to become as powerful as Captain Levi.

"Doing 1000 push-ups, sit-ups, and more every day," Tang An casually replied, eating.

"1000?" Eren was taken aback; he struggled with 500, let alone including sit-ups.

"Eren," Mikasa, Armin, Conny, Sasha, Reiner, and others approached.

"Hello, I'm Conny."

Conny put down his plate and introduced himself first.

"I'm Sasha."

"Reiner."

"Jean."

"Armin, and she's Mikasa."

"Tang An."

Tang An said with a smile on his face. The protagonists and supporting characters of the entire anime are here.

The colossal titan Berthtolt, the Armored Titan Reiner, and the Attack+ Founding Titan's Eren were present, though the Jaw Titan Ymir and the Female Titan Annie were absent.

"Did Commander Erwin personally invite you to join the Survey Corps?" Armin couldn't help but ask.

Everyone stared at Tang An, except Sasha, who was busy eating.

"Yes," Tang An nodded.

"It's true," Conny and Jean exclaimed, the confirmation surprising them.

"How did you become so strong?" Eren inquired.

"As I just said, 1000 push-ups, sit-ups, and more every day," Tang An replied.

Before Tang An could respond, Eren eagerly interjected, "What? 1000? Your hands must be wrecked."

"Monster..... I didn't mean you're a monster, sorry..." Eren quickly corrected himself.

"It's okay," Tang An didn't mind, appearing mild-mannered and easygoing.

As the conversation unfolded, most inquiries were directed at Tang An, with Reiner and Bertholdt saying little.

Meanwhile, the Survey Corps investigated the Maria Wall.

In this area, mindless titans occupied, leaving only the Rose Wall and the central Sheena Wall for humanity.