One month later.
Atop Wall Rose.
"The intelligence you've gathered is truly astonishing. It makes this old man feel as though his entire life has been wasted," Pixis said with deep emotion after reading the documents Erwin had handed him.
"As long as we learn the truth before we die, our lives won't have been wasted. Commander Pixis, the enemy outside the walls is stronger than anything we've faced before. We within the walls must stand united. The Royal Government can no longer lead us forward in this world," Erwin said.
Pixis gazed into the distance, a subtle shift in his eyes, and fell silent for a moment.
"Commander Erwin, I don't doubt your intelligence. But if you need me to persuade the other senior military officers, this report alone won't be enough," Pixis said calmly.
"I understand, Commander Pixis. I'll produce more convincing evidence. All I need is your willingness to support us. Your support alone is enough for me," Erwin said, a smile curving his lips.
"With sufficient evidence, I can persuade the other senior military officers. Even Zackly may well support us," Pixis said slowly.
"Thank you, Commander Pixis." Erwin's lips lifted slightly. Pixis's use of "us" had already made his position clear.
"Then I wish you a successful expedition outside the walls, Commander Erwin," Pixis said slowly.
Survey Corps Headquarters, Erwin's office.
"Our operational objectives have now been finalized, so I won't keep them from you any longer," Erwin said solemnly.
"Our targets this time are the Armored Titan, Reiner Braun, and the Colossal Titan, Bertolt Hoover. We may also face an ambush by a third Titan. We must spare no effort and capture them at any cost. As you all know, a single Pure Titan is far more powerful than an entire company of