**Beyond the Walls of Expectation**

The sun had long since dipped below the horizon, casting a dark orange glow over the desolate landscape beyond the walls. The Survey Corps, led by the fearless and eccentric Hange Zoë, had been on an expedition for days, scouting out the terrain and searching for any signs of titan activity. I, Kati, a half-human and half-titan hybrid, walked alongside Hange, my sharp titan teeth gleaming in the fading light. My titan claws, similar to those of a lion, clicked against the dry earth as I moved, a constant reminder of my unique heritage. As Hange's girlfriend, I had grown accustomed to being part of her squad, and I took pride in my role as a skilled fighter and tracker. But these days, my mind was preoccupied with a new development - I was pregnant with multiple tiny little titan hatchlings. My swollen pouch, a result of my hybrid physiology, was a constant reminder of the life growing inside me. As we set up camp for the night, Hange couldn't help but gaze at my pouch with a mixture of fascination and adoration. She gently reached out and stroked my belly, and I couldn't help but feel a surge of protectiveness. These little ones were mine, and I would do anything to keep them safe. Hange's eyes sparkled with excitement as she leaned in and gently kissed my swollen pouch. I felt a sudden movement inside me, and one of the unborn titan hatchlings pushed against the pouch, causing it to rub against Hange's lips. Hange's eyes widened in delight as she exclaimed, "They're active today!" I smiled, feeling a sense of joy and wonder. It was moments like these that made me forget about the dangers that lurked outside our little camp. Hange's affection and excitement were palpable, and I could feel my heart swelling with love for her and our unborn children. As Hange continued to gently kiss and touch my pouch, I felt a sense of calm wash over me. The titan hatchlings inside me seemed to be responding to Hange's affection, their movements becoming more pronounced. I knew that I had to be careful, that my hybrid physiology and pregnancy made me a unique asset to the Survey Corps, but also a potential liability. As night began to fall, Hange pulled back and looked up at me, her eyes shining with a mixture of love and curiosity. "How are you feeling, Kati?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper. I smiled, feeling a sense of contentment wash over me. "I'm feeling good," I replied, my voice low and husky. "The little ones are keeping me on my toes, but I'm managing." Hange nodded, her gaze drifting back to my pouch. "I'm excited to meet them," she said, her voice filled with sincerity. "I know it's going to be a challenge, but I'm ready to face it with you." I felt my heart swell with love for Hange, and I knew that I would do anything to make her happy. As we settled in for the night, the darkness beyond our camp seemed to recede, and all that was left was the warmth of our love and the promise of new life.