I really should not have done this, especially with two stories already up and incomplete. But, I did because this story just came to me and I couldn't stop writing it to be honest, however, this story isn't really my main focus so this will be updated whenever I have the inspiration to write the chapters.
Dirty Little Secret
Gray sighed to himself, pulling out of Lucy before rolling on his back and lounging on his bed, his back against the headboard, arms leisurely supporting the back of his head. His beautiful obsidian eyes followed Lucy's as she wrapped her naked body in one of his sheets.
Lucy slowly got out of bed, sighing to herself as she rummaged around the room for her clothes, finally finding them. She dropped the covers as she threw on her clothes haphazardly, Gray's eyes frowning with disappointment as her beautiful body was hidden from his view.
Gray watched her silently, before finally uttering the same three words he always did after their romp in the sack.
"That was nice" Gray mumbled, staring at the back of Lucy's head.
He frowned slightly, unsure why he always struggled for words after their 'sessions', always coming up with the same words. He knew that those three words sounded wrong and yet, like every other time, he muttered them anyway.
He just wasn't sure why they felt so wrong.
Gray watched, frowning slightly, as Lucy's body stiffened before he heard her snort, turning around and raising her eyebrows at him as she rolled her eyes. She huffed, turning her back to him once again as she pulled on her skirt and knee high socks. She quickly scanned his messy room, finding her purse.
"Right" Lucy finally replied curtly to his statement before heading out his bedroom and towards the apartment front door.
Gray's eyes widened as he watched Lucy's quickly retreating figure before rushing to find a clean pair of boxers. Finally finding a pair, he swiftly threw them on and followed her, his eyes watching intently as she rummaged through her purse for something, a look of concentration on her face before she smiled triumphantly.
"We have to meet at 8am tomorrow at Magnolia Train Station. Team Natsu are going on a mission. Don't be late" Lucy replied in a business like fashion, handing him the train ticket, causing Gray to nod in response.
"I'll be there" Gray replied and Lucy's only response was a short nod.
Lucy pulled her hair up into a messy bun before throwing on her shoes and jacket. She placed her purse under her arms before turning to look at Gray from the side
"Are you leaving?" Gray questioned causing Lucy to brush her hand against Horologium's key before nodding
"I'll see you tomorrow. Goodnight" Lucy replied before quickly exiting his apartment and making her way out of the building before he could reply.
Gray made to follow her; however she was already down the street, causing him to groan in frustration before running a hand through his hair.
"Fuck" Gray muttered before re-entering his apartment, slamming the door shut as he made his way back into bed.
Lucy quickly entered into her own apartment, before throwing her stuff on the sofa. She sighed to herself as she changed into one of Natsu's large shirts. She moodily walked over to her bed before throwing herself on top of it.
She turned her head, staring out the window blankly as the night's events played in the back of her head. She wearily closed her eyes, the images burning brighter as the dull ache in her chest reawakened.
"What are you doing Lucy Heartfilia? You're smarter than this" She whispered to herself solemnly
"Sooner or later, this is going to stop. You mean nothing more to him than nakama" She whispered softly.
"Or a casual shag" She finally muttered bitterly, swallowing the bile in her throat. She finally closed her eyes, letting herself fall into a restless sleep.
The next morning, Lucy threw on her usual outfit before sleepily making her way towards the train station. She dropped her body on the bench unceremoniously as she patiently waited the arrival of her team. She was about to doze off to sleep once again when Erza arrived, causing Lucy to grin brightly.
"Good morning Erza" Lucy said cheerily as Erza joined the bench beside her.
"Lucy? What's wrong? You look like hell" Erza said, eyes narrowing as she stuck her face against Lucy's, thoroughly taking in the bags under Lucy's eyes.
As well as invading her personal space.
"Eh? You can still tell?" Lucy questioned, sighing as she ran a hand through her messy hair
"Yes, it is very obvious. Tell me Lucy, who did this to you? I shall exact retribution for you" Erza stated as she reached to draw her weapon
"No! No! It's fine Erza, I just had trouble sleeping" Lucy replied quickly, hands shaking frantically. Erza took in Lucy's state sceptically before nodding, accepting the answer.
"Why did you have trouble sleeping?" Erza interrogated, eyeing Lucy down with her stern gaze causing Lucy to sweatdrop.
"Oh because –" Lucy started, however before she could come up with an excuse, the source of all her problems walked up to them, bare chested with his bag swung over his back
"Good morning Erza, Lucy" Gray greeted causing Lucy to turn cold before turning to him and steeling herself
"Good morning Gray" Lucy responded cheerily, smiling brightly at the Ice Make Mage
'That's right, act like nothing is wrong. Act like you're just friends and haven't been intimate with each other' the voice in her head sneered coldly causing Lucy to stiffen before scowling, blocking the thoughts from her mind.
"Gray, put your shirt on" Erza yelled, swinging her sword towards Gray, the tip pressed against his Adam's apple causing Gray to gulp
"Sorry Erza, I didn't realise" Gray responded as he threw his shirt back on. Erza nodded in response while sheathing her sword.
Finally Natsu had arrived and they all boarded the train. Luckily for Lucy though; Lisanna hadn't followed said Dragon Slayer, for once deciding not to tag along on the mission.
The Team entered a compartment and took their seats. Gray moved to sit next to Lucy, only for Natsu to take his place, causing the dark haired mage to glower at the Dragon Slayer. As soon as the train started to move, Natsu rested his head on Lucy's lap, causing her to play with his pink locks.
Gray continued glaring at the pink haired mage as Erza took the seat beside him. He quickly brushed it off as he stared out the window, watching the scenery go past. Erza ignored the rest of her team, deciding on formulating a plan for the mission.
Lucy discreetly watched the black haired mage, frowning slightly as she immersed herself deep within her mind, lost in her own thoughts.
Lucy had nothing against Lisanna; apart from the fact that said mage had made it her life mission to turn Lucy's life into hell.
At first, it was just by sneering and dragging Natsu away from Lucy, however it soon escalated. The youngest Take Over mage had tried poisoning the relationship between Natsu and Lucy and when that hadn't worked; she took it upon herself to tag along onto missions in order to further drive a wedge between Lucy and her team.
Recently though, Lisanna had taken up sticking to Gray while throwing knowing and haughty smirks at Lucy. Lucy, for the most of it, had no idea why Lisanna was constantly with Gray. She had even suspected that the said Take Over Mage knew about her deal with Gray, however there was no way. The two had been extra careful when it came to their relationship.
All thanks to Gray.
Lucy sneered to herself as she thought of her friend. Gray was... well he was Gray. He was calm and collected, just like an Ice Mage should be and it annoyed Lucy to no end. He could be cold and unforgiving like the harshest winters and it seemed like their sexual endeavours hadn't affected him at all.
Lucy sighed, her face softening as she continued thinking about her Ice Mage friend. Yes, he was cold and harsh. Yet, at the same time he was warm and caring; he always protected her and made her laugh. And no matter what, he always made sure she was happy.
The only problem was that she didn't want to be just friends with benefits anymore. No, Lucy wanted more. But as she looked at Gray, she just knew that there was no way she'd ever get more.
The team finally arrived at their destination, Cedar Town. Natsu rushed off the train, kissing the ground as he did so before smiling towards a grinning Lucy. Natsu ran up to his partner, grabbing her hand
"Come on Luce! Let's go fight some bad guys" Natsu yelled as he dragged her off, causing Lucy to laugh at her best friend
"Natsu! Stop! We have to wait for the rest of the team" Lucy said as she giggled
Natsu finally came to a halt. He turned to look at Lucy before his eyes widened comically, his face turning pale. Lucy raised her eyebrows in question, wondering what he was so scared off, before she too turned around, only to shiver in fright herself.
Behind them was a furious Erza, stomping over to them, equipped in her Heaven's Wheel Armour, weapon drawn. Natsu cowered behind Lucy, hugging her close to his overheated body.
"Natsu! Let go! You're burning me up" Lucy cried, struggling slightly
"Sorry Luce! But Erza won't attack me if you're here" Natsu whispered causing Lucy to stop and nod, giggling slightly
"NATSU! YOU DO NOT RUN OFF LIKE THAT" Erza screamed as she moved to attack the Fire Dragon Slayer
"Erza! Calm down, Natsu was just excited" Lucy said quickly, not wanting to get caught in the crossfire
"Oh, okay Lucy" Erza said, blinking owlishly before exquipping and turning back to Gray who was glaring at Lucy and Natsu
"Now, the mission is fairly simple. All we need to do is capture the Book Thief and hand them in to the authorities. Now, let's go talk to the Mayor" Erza said authoritatively, causing the team to nod in response
"Hey Natsu?" Lucy questioned as they began the short walk to the Town Hall
"Yeah Luce?" Natsu responded, turning and grinning at his best friend
"Where's Happy?" Lucy continued, looking around for the Blue Exceed
"Oh! He went on a mission with Wendy and Carla. Something about fish and Carla" Natsu replied, scratching his head in confusion as he tried to think of why Happy had left him
"Oh okay, I was just wondering" Lucy replied before turning to talk to Erza
The team finally arrived at the Mayor's house, Erza taking lead and knocking on the door. A butler answered, staring them down snootily
"Yes? What do you want?" He asked rudely, causing Erza to frown in response
"We're the mages here to capture the Book Thief" Lucy replied politely, drawing on all her years of etiquette lessons
"Well, you're not needed anymore. A different guild already did your job" He replied curtly before slamming the door shut in their faces.
"Well, that was rude" Lucy replied, glaring at the door
"Yes, well there's nothing we can do now. May as well head off back to Magnolia" Erza replied and the team nodded dejectedly
"It's a good thing my rent has been paid for the next few months" Lucy replied, sighing in relief at the thought of avoiding a furious landlady
*Time Skip – At the Guild*
Lucy silently sipped at her strawberry milkshake as she watched her rowdy guild get into another fight. She got up to pay Mira before heading off to find her teammates, only to be spotted by Erza and Meredy
"Lucy! Would you like to come to the Magnolia Bakery with us?" Meredy asked cheerily causing Lucy to smile and nod
"Actually guys, how about we go to a different place this time? It's brand new and I heard it's a lot less crowded" Lucy said, causing both girls to stare at her sceptically
"But does it have cake?" Erza questioned, causing Lucy to giggle
"Yes, yes it does" Lucy said before dragging both girls off to the bakery.
The girls quickly ordered their tea and cakes before settling down into the small cosy armchair.
"So Lucy" Meredy started, looking at the blonde questioningly
"Yes?" Lucy questioned, wondering why Erza and Meredy were staring at her knowingly
"What's new in your life?" Meredy continued, causing Lucy to frown
"Not much, I haven't gotten any new keys or anything..." Lucy began, slightly cowering under Erza's stern gaze
"That's not what we meant Lucy. You looked terrible today, and you can't tell me that you had trouble sleeping, because when I entered your apartment yesterday, you weren't there. So what's going on?" Erza questioned, staring at Lucy intently
"I... uhhh..." Lucy began, sweating nervously as her eyes darted around the room
"What about Gray?" Meredy questioned, causing Lucy to pale, eyes widening
"What do you mean, what about Gray?" Lucy almost yelled
"We've known for a long time you know" Erza said softly, looking at Lucy slightly hurt
"I don't know what you're talking about! Me and Gray are just friends, nothing more" Lucy replied quickly, causing both girls to sigh softly
"If you're just friends, why were you at his house yesterday? You can't deny it, when I found out you weren't at your own house, I went to tell Gray and Natsu, only to find your hair ribbons at Gray's apartment" Erza responded
Lucy stiffened once again, her heart thumping loudly in her chest
"You don't have to tell us right now, if you don't want to. But you're as much as a sister to me as Erza is to you" Meredy said, grasping Lucy's hand tightly and looking at her earnestly
"Lucy, we're not upset. We just want you to be careful" Meredy continued, letting go of her hand and sipping her tea
"Why? Why do I need to be careful?" Lucy whispered causing Erza to sigh, slouching in her chair slightly
"Lucy, don't forget that Gray and Loke used to be a team. Sex is something Gray knows very well and it rarely ever means anything to him. We don't want you to get hurt" Erza replied softly and Lucy nodded, gulping slightly
"It means nothing. But I will be careful" Lucy finally replied and both girls nodded, Erza returning to her cake
"So, would you like to dish out all the dirty details?" Meredy asked cheekily, causing Lucy to blush bright red
"EHHH? NO! No" Lucy replied quickly
Meredy and Erza began laughing, the latter returning to her cake while Meredy continued talking animatedly to Lucy. The two were laughing and giggling, Erza too engrossed in her strawberry cheesecake to care about anything.
Finally, after Erza had finished her cake, she looked up, ready to join in the conversation only to stiffen before glaring at the door. Meredy and Lucy stared at Erza strangely, Meredy following her gaze.
The pink haired mage's eyes widened as she continued staring in disbelief at the doorway, causing Lucy to frown further. She quickly turned around, her heart stopping as she took in the sight of the two mages entering the cafe.
"Oh Gray! This place is just lovely" Lisanna said sweetly, her soft voice filling the quiet cafe.
Gray grinned widely, wrapping an arm around Lisanna's waist and drawing her closer to his body
"Of course it is! It's better with you here though" Gray replied causing Lisanna to giggle
"You never fail to surprise me, Gray Fullbuster" Lisanna replied, kissing his jaw
They quickly walked up to the counter, ordering their tea and cakes. Lisanna continued giggling at everything Gray was saying as he paid for their order. While they waited for their items, Gray leaned into Lisanna, whispering in her ear as Lisanna continued snickering.
Lucy quickly averted her gaze, her eyes watering as they focused on the cold tea in front of her. Realising that she was about to cry, Lucy stiffened before composing herself and clearing her throat, smiling brightly yet emptily at her two friends
"Do you want to leave?" Meredy questioned, causing Lucy to shake her head
"No, why would we? We're having a lovely time" Lucy replied, her voice slightly dull
"You don't have to be here if you don't want to" Meredy replied sympathetically, causing Lucy to shake her head
"No. Like I said, it means nothing" Lucy replied bravely, steeling herself against her own feelings
Lucy continued munching on her cake quietly, a whispered conversation flowing between her and her friends, when suddenly, Lisanna's voice called out to them.
"Erza! Meredy! Lucy!" Lisanna said cheerily, almost spitting out Lucy's name as she ran up to the three mages, dragging Gray with her
Meredy gritted her teeth before throwing a smile at Lisanna, Erza staring blankly at the Takeover Mage
"We should have left when we still had the chance" Meredy whispered under her breath, causing Lucy to snort
"Fuck Lulu, they're coming here" Meredy continued, sighing as she continued eating her cake.
Lucy sighed to herself, grabbing her tea and taking a large gulp before grimacing and gagging.
"This tea is cold" Lucy grumbled to herself, scowling at the cup in front of her
"Hello Lisanna, Gray" Meredy greeted, masking the chill of her voice behind her sweet smile. Lucy nodded in greeting while Erza grunted
"Lisanna, I forgot the cakes, would you please go and get them?" Gray questioned and Lisanna scowled slightly before smiling
"Sure Gray. Erza, Meredy would you join me? I have something to ask you" Lisanna said sweetly and both girls nodded, looking apologetically towards Lucy as they left
Lucy huffed to herself, ignoring Gray as she continued eating her cake. That was, until he ripped it out of her hands
"HEY! Gray! Give that back" Lucy yelled, causing him to glare at her
"Why are you ignoring me? Even on the train and now" Gray started and Lucy looked at him exasperatedly
"I wasn't ignoring you, I was otherwise occupied" Lucy replied smartly and Gray sighed
"What is wrong with you?" He almost yelled, glowering at her
"Nothing. Now if you'll excuse me, I need to get back to the guild. Laxus needed me for some help with paperwork" Lucy replied as she stood up to gather her things
Gray reached out and grabbed her arm causing her to look at him questioningly
"Meet me later?" Gray questioned and Lucy's eyes widened before she scowled, turning to look at Lisanna
"I'm sure Lisanna would love to help you with that" Lucy scathed
"Actually, I was wondering if you'd like to go on a mission with me" Gray replied as he glowered at her
"No, I'm busy. Take Juvia instead" Lucy replied curtly before turning and walking towards the door
Gray gritted his teeth, clenching his fists as he watched her walk away, only to be joined by Erza and Meredy
"Can we leave now?" Lucy questioned and both girls nodded
"Thanks for your help Erza, Meredy" Lisanna said and Erza nodded
"We shall send Wendy to you" Erza replied quickly
"Thanks! We'll know if there'll be little white haired, dark blue eyed children running around soon huh?" Lisanna said, sending Lucy a smug smirk
Lucy's eyes widened, the dull ache in her chest rising however she kept her face passive. Gray stalked over towards them, pulling Lisanna closer to him, causing Meredy and Erza to glare at him
"Come on Lulu, we have shopping to do" Meredy said cheerily and Lucy nodded
"I'll see you later Luce" Gray said and Lucy's heart clenched at her nickname as she exited the bakery, quickly stalking away from the dreaded shop.
She was almost away from the bakery when Erza pulled on her arm, causing Lucy to stiffen before plastering a huge smile on her face
"Lucy, you're like my little sister. You don't have to hide your pain or your tears from me. Just like I don't hide them from you" Erza said softly, causing Lucy to finally break down
"I-I-I didn't know t-t-that she w-w-was pregnant" Lucy stuttered, the tears finally flowing down her cheeks
Meredy pulled Lucy into a hug, comforting her friend while Erza patted her back
"If you want, I can go back and take retribution for you?" Erza said, drawing her weapon. However, Lucy frantically shook her head, clutching Meredy tighter to her
"No! No, it's okay! It's my fault. Oh Mavis, I'm such an idiot! I'm such an idiot" Lucy whispered, crying harder as she sobbed into Meredy's chest
"I should hurt him for making you cry" Erza muttered darkly, causing Lucy to sob harder
"Please don't do anything Erza! Promise me you won't do anything" Lucy sobbed as she turned to stare at Erza
"Alright Lucy, I promise" Erza said quietly after what felt like forever.
Lucy nodded before her knees buckled, causing Erza to quickly catch her
"I'm such an idiot... I didn't know she was pregnant... I didn't even know they were together… I'm such an idiot" Lucy whispered
"Come on, let's get you home Lulu" Meredy said softly and before Lucy could protest, Erza requipped into her Black Wing Armour, carrying the three of them to Lucy's home.
So, once again, Lisanna is the bad guy. I've been watching Fairy Tail from the start again and found myself less... loathing off her, however, for this story she's not the normal, nice Lisanna, just please bear with me. I know it's OOC for her, but I didn't really want to add Juvia into this story as it will be mainly focused on Team Natsu and their relationships.
Also, in this story, Jellal and Meredy have been pardoned for their crimes and are part of Fairy Tail.
Reviews are most welcome!