That Eren's visited is a safe assumption; since his return, Levi hasn't been back to the farm to help look after Elke as he had after his disappearance. Even before, he would be there frequently, at least a couple times a week, to check on things for the shop, and just generally help with some of the many chores that it takes to keep things going.

Not anymore.

The shop has been open somewhat sporadically, but likewise coinciding with Eren's return, he's begun using it as a distraction and attending it nearly every day. Without extra help, it doesn't open if he's not there. So often, he can't quite stand being alone, these days. It's a perfect solution, really, because interactions are short and brief rather than drawn out. It's easier to get past the ache.

Levi is alone today, unable to put off some of his usual chores any longer. He's cleaning to keep himself busy, giving the living room and kitchen an even more thorough dusting and scrubbing, trying to let his mind rest and not...think about anything.

When the knock comes, he's at once impatient and grateful for the interruption. There's some shuffling inside as he removes his gloves and apron, pulling down the cloth tied over his nose and mouth to let it hang about his neck before opening the door.

There's a quiet look of relief in his eyes when he sees that it's Jean...but also a hint of something else; anticipation or just...a knowing sadness.

But he is glad to see him.

"Hey," he greets, after a beat, eyes taking in the scarf, and then steps back, gesturing vaguely inside "Come in."