A/N: Hey guys, I'm back! Sorry I went hiatus for a while. I got so caught up with school. Finally taking my degree now. Besides that, my family moved house so it took a while for us to settle in. And guess what? I went to Japan 3 months back! Couldn't contain my excitement when I finally landed in Tokyo. Such a beautiful country. Finally get to see the places that was showed in some of the anime. I know I left halfway for one of my NALU story called Our Undeniable Love but I got a writer's block and decided to end the story there. I'm so sorry! I got a good story plot now though but I decided to give a shot to graylu instead because it fits them so much better. Wanted to try these coupling out since I've already tried one for Stinglu.

Chapter 1

Lucy's POV

The alarm rang throughout my room causing me to force myself awake. With my face still on the pillow, I brought my hand up from under my comforter as I searched for it on my bedside table. As my hand came in contact with the annoying wake up call, I switched it off before I groaned as I brought my hand back and continued my sleep.

I nuzzled my face against my pillow as my hands tucked underneath it. I was about to doze off once again when I thought back about my alarm clock. What day was it? Why did I even turn it on? Wait. I immediately opened my eyes and quickly got up as I went to check the alarm clock on my bedside table this time. Freak! I am going to be late.

I quickly scurried off from my bed and went straight to my bathroom. I stripped myself out of my clothes and took a quick shower. Once I was done, I wrapped the towel around my body before going over to the sink to brush my teeth. After spitting the content out, I went back into my bedroom and dug through my wardrobe.

It was a mess but that I could settle when I get back from work today, hopefully. I slipped onto a short sleeve checkered dress that fell to my mid-thigh followed by my leather jacket. Satisfied with my look, I quickly sat on my dresser and applied some simple makeup before grabbing my bag and heading out of my bedroom. I wore boots that went up just below my knees before exiting and locking my apartment up.

I ran to my car, chucking my bag to the passenger seat on my right before starting the car. I didn't bother to warm it up again before driving off. After passing by a few traffic lights, I finally reached my work destination as I went to park my car to the side. I rushed out, grabbing my bag along before locking my car as I ran to the shop.

"I'm here!" I announced as I made a dash to the back.

"Oh my, my Lucy. You're getting later these days." Mira, who was my boss has white, fine and long hair that commented as she stood by the counter. I shoved my bag into the locker before coming out as I put on my apron.

"I know Mira but I just can't help it. I'm still so tired from my move recently." I heaved out a sigh as I tied my apron.

"Why don't you take a day off? Go on a date with a boy or something." I scoffed as I went to the front of the counter, grabbing the water spray.

"Mira, you know I'm not interested."

"But you should Lucy! You're still so young and you haven't gotten a boyfriend yet!" I blushed beet red when Mira said that out loud. "Gone were the days when I was dating." Mira leaned against the counter as she rested her chin on her palm with dreamy eyes.

"Mira, you're married." I stated nonchalantly and she started laughing.

"Well of course. But in order to get married, you will need to date and if you don't even take the opportunity to find yourself one, you'll be single forever."

"Oh, don't be so mean to her Mira." A girl with blue hair added on as she came out from the back.

"Morning Levy!"

"Morning Lucy, how's your new apartment so far?"

"It's great I guess." I put my index finger and thumb under my chin before I continued. "Though I still need some time to adjust."

"You'll get used to it besides, we're working together and what more can you asked for?" She said with enthusiasm as she smiled at me with her teeth.

That's true. Levy and I were best friends since high school. After college, she managed to find a job working at a floral shop that Mira owned. She found her passion when we were at college. We would always hang out at this beautiful garden that our college had and Levy grew to love the beauty that flowers has. As for me, I didn't know what to do so I just linger at my old apartment like a couch potato until one day, Levy managed to persuade me out of the house to visit her at the shop. When I did, I didn't regret one bit.

Yes, I love flowers. I can't deny they aren't beautiful but what I admired more was helping people. Levy and Mira would help customers to choose flowers and build up the bouquet that they need. That was when I decided to work there. Sadly, the shop was a bit further up north and though I had a car, it was nearly a two-hour drive so I decided to find a new place and move into which I only managed to find an apartment that wasn't too expensive last week.

Work went by at an ease. Customers came, customers left. We maintained the shop when there was no one around and by the time we knew it, it was the end of work. I bid farewell to Mira and Levy before heading to my car. I chucked my bag to the passenger's seat on my right before inserting my car key. I tried to turn on the ignition but it wouldn't start.

"Oh no. Please don't do this to me right now." Again, I cranked it but to no avail. I heaved out a huge sigh before getting out of my car, slamming the door shut as I headed to the front. I opened the bonnet and stared at it. Problem is, I had no clue on what to look at.

"Erm excuse me, do you need help?" I turned my head around, only to meet with a pair of black solid eyes.

I was enchanted by his black eyes as he looked down at me. He was taller than me as he seemed to tower over me. He had hair that matches the color of his eyes too. I didn't even realize that I zone out as I was entranced by his handsome features because he had to clear his throat to get my attention back. I stood straight back up as I rubbed the back of my neck sheepishly.

"Yeah, kind of. I don't understand why my car won't start." I felt my cheeks getting warmer than it should. Most probably I was embarrassed that he might have caught me staring at him.

"Here, let me take a look at it." And I backed away to make way for the stranger to do so. He was doing something to my engine, checking as if he knew what to do. I couldn't help but to stare at the way his muscles flexed. He was so toned, so muscular. I realized that my mouth hanged open so I quickly closed it back and looked away. What the hell Lucy, stop ogling at a guy you just met. Soon, he pulled away and wiped his hands.

"So h-how is it?"

"Your car battery is dead. The only way is to get it towed to a workshop and change the battery if you want your car to be running again." I heaved out a huge sigh.

"Great, where can I get a tow truck right now?"

"Don't worry. I know someone." The black raven hair man pulled his phone out from his pocket, pressing some numbers before bringing it to his ear. "Hey man, still got the truck? I have someone here who needs her car to be towed back to the workshop." He went silent, as if listening to the person on the other end of the line talked. "Cool, we're here at 33 Brooklyn Street. See you." With that, he ended the call and shoved his phone back into his pocket.

"Thank you." I didn't hesitate on showing him my appreciation straight away. Because honestly, if he wasn't there, I would still be staring at my engine as if hoping it might magically start to work again.

"Hey, no problem." He smiled back. "The truck will be here soon anyways." I took the opportunity to grab my bag before coming back out to lean against my car as we waited. "So what brings you here?" I looked at him and he was leaning against my car as well with his arms crossed against his chest. Why does he have to do that? Does he know the way his muscles flexed was very distracting?

"Erm, well I work here that's why." I smiled as I pointed towards the flower shop that was across the street.

"Oh, so you're a flower girl huh?" He smirked after he tore his gaze away from my work place.

"And what's wrong with that?" I huffed as I backed away from my car and faced him, crossing my arms against my chest in the process.

"No, no, nothing's wrong. It's just that you looked more like a reporter?" The black raven hair man said as he moved both of his hands into his pockets. To be honest, I was surprised when he said that because no one has ever said that to me before. I did dream of being a reporter once but I didn't pursue on it.

"Thanks I guess." I replied back as I moved my hands to my back, fidgeting them. "I did think once about being a reporter before actually but I think I didn't manage to find my forte so I ended up working here. But here's not too bad all. Mira is really a nice person even though she can get scary at some times and I'm working with my best friend too so- oh wait, was I really yapping away to a stranger I just met? I'm sorry!" He just laughed out at my silliness making me blush in the process.

"Don't worry it's fine." He extended his hand out towards me. "The name's Gray, Gray Fullbuster. Now, we're not strangers anymore." I gladly accepted his hand for a shake before giggling slightly.

"I guess you're right. The name's Lucy, Lucy Heartphillia." I couldn't help but realized how firm and calloused his hand was under my touch. Sadly, we broke our contact when we felt a sudden light shining on us.

"Guess, your savior is here." He remarked before turning to face the direction that the tow truck was coming from. "Hey man!" The truck came to a stop before the person inside started to wind down the window.

"Dude! You seriously know when to choose a good time to call me don't you?" The driver, surprisingly with pink hair shouted over to Gray.

"Light it up man. Just get your ass out here and help me won't you?" Gray was walking over to the back of the truck, pulling a rope with a karabiner that was attached to it and over to the front of my car. He went to attach the karabiner onto the front of my car, making sure it was locked and secured before letting it go. "Alright dude, you can lift it up." The pink hair man gave a thumbs up and did what he was supposed to. Once my car was lifted up at a certain angle, the pink hair man jumped down from the truck and got back into his driver's seat.

"I'll bring this baby back to the workshop, safe and sound." I stood there stunned at what just transpired before I quickly gave a slight bow and thanked him. He gave me a toothy grin before driving off, leaving Gray and me alone together again. At least my car is in good hands now. Oh wait, how am I supposed to get back home now?

A/N: How's the first chapter so far? Good? Let me know how you think by dropping a review before you go. Thanks!