Konichiwa Minna-san!
I would like to say that this is the result of my best friend's pestering (you know who you are...) and here it is!
So on to the usual banter...
Disclaimer: *ahem* I do not own Faiy Tail in all it's awesomness...
Mashima-Sama does.
"Levy!"
The short bluenette with her orange headband that kept her tresses out of her eyes looked up from her books to see Lucy, frequent visitor of King Makarov's Coral Palace Library.
Mostly to fetch Levy.
"Levy, come on! We need to get ready for the ceremony!"
Levy groaned. She had forgotten all about the special "coming of age ceremony". It was a simple process. Go, receive a mission, complete it and come back.
The mission was usually a simple test of the mermaids abilities. It was Hand chosen by the King of the mer-folk, King Makarov, to suit their capabilities.
Levy hoped it was something like re-organizing the library. Yeah, that was perfect.
Lucy pouted. "Levy! You need to stop spacing out so much," she said reproachfully, "When will you learn?"
Levy's scales glimmered. They were orange at the bottom fading into a dark blue at the top, like the sky at sunset. "Sorry Lu-Chan," Levy said, "I'm just not looking forward to this."
"Why? Its the start of our lives! A chance to prove our strength!"
As Lucy continued in her rant Levy sighed.
"That's what I'm afraid of..."
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"Levy Mcgarden," announced King Makarov, "Here is your mission," He said as he handed her a scroll. "You have an unlimited time frame."
"Unlimited?!" Levy cried, utterly shocked. "Most people get a mission for two weeks and mine is unlimited?!"
"It is a very unique mission and requires your specific capabilities."
"Very well Your Majesty," Levy said reluctantly.
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Once Levy was in the comfort of her book filled coral home, she opened the scroll.
"Travel to Sharkfolk City, upon arrival, you will receive further instructions.
Required: all magical tools."
Well. That was useful. Not...
Levy sighed. She had no idea how long she was going to stay there. If she would ever be coming home...
She squared her shoulders. No time to be petty. This was her mission.
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Gajeel Redtail sat in his room, sulking.. His long black hair was matted from him running his fingers through it in frustration. His dorsal fin and tail twitched with impatience. Some mer-brat was due here any hour now. He was the freaking PRINCE! Why did he have to look after the thing?
"A cruel punishment indeed Father," he muttered.
All he did was ruin the training room and now his father has made him the personal babysitter!
"Tch"
He better be allowed to blow off some steam everyday... or the Merperson wouldn't last long.
The violent-minded Sharkfolk Prince turned his head as his best friend Pantherlily swam through the door.
"She's here." he said.
SHE!?
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Levy looked around the throne room as she swam in, flanked by her escort of Sharkfolk. It was not what she expected at all. It was streaming with sunlight coming from the surface and spotlessly clean, polished rock. She had expected a dark and dingy room with a throne of bones or something...
She shivered. She needed to stop her imagination from running away with her.
She looked to the King and Queen who were both regal and majestic. The King had short, spiky black hair and had a matte black tail and fins. The Queen had long, straight black hair. She had a silver tail and fins that looked very metallic.
Both had deep blood red eyes that were clear of any malice or harm. She could tell that they were well respected and ruled well. She always considered herself an excellent judge of character.
Just then from a side door, two male sharkfolk swam in. The one had short black hair and gray fins with a darker tail. His eyes were an electric blue and he had a scar above one eye.
The other had long, spiky, black hair and shiny black fins and tail. He had many silver piercings all over his well toned, tan, muscular body. His eyes were a blood red. He swam to the King and said, "I apologise for being late, Father" before positioning himself behind The King's throne.
Levy shivered as she recognized several common features.
"He's the prince.." She whispered to herself.
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Both Sharkmen went and stood slightly behind the throne. Gajeel glanced at his father and waited for him to speak.
"Welcome," the King started, "Ms Mcgarden, to the Sharkfolk. We have been longing for years to bridge the gap between our people and we have finally done it! You have our deepest appreciation.
"Allow me to introduce us all. I am Metallicana Redtail, King of the Sharkfolk. This is Queen Messalye and my son, the Crown Prince, Gajeel. This is Pantherlily, Captain of the Guard. If any of us can make your stay better, please inform us.
"You will be treated as a royal member of the family throughout your stay, You will eat and spend time with us if you so wish. Gajeel will be assisting you and Pantherlily shall also occasionally be there. I understand that King Makarov did not explain any of the duties to you? Well, we'll let you get settled in we shall explain everything at dinner. and Enjoy our beautiful palace and city!"
Gajeel stared at the midget mermaid in front of him. She was TINY! How did she do anything? How did she even sleep without drowning in blankets?
He grined. Teasing her would be fun.
Thanks for reading!
Feel free to point out errors or give suggestions! Next Chappie out this weekend...hopefully...
Love Rusu-Chan, The Scarlet Fairy
(Edit note: went back and edited this to make more sense...)