Disclaimer: I don't own Fairy Tail... yet. I'm working on it, one small step at a time.

Explanation: As all of the Gray and Lucy (GraLu?) fans know, during the story arc with Oracien Sies (in the anime, not the manga) Gemini said that Gray was somewhat interested in Lucy. I had to write something about it. I know it's way late, and the people are really, really out of character, but I must be heard (or read, that's good too).

"Lucy as seen by Gray: A newcomer to the guild. Looks are very much to his liking. Somewhat interested in her. More naïve than at first glance, a Celestial Spirit wizard."

- Gemini (imitating Gray), Episode 58: Spirit Battle

As they rode the train home after defeating Oracien Sies and stopping Nirvanna, Lucy was left with one loose end. "Why did Gemini say Gray was interested in me?" she wondered. "As in, I have an interesting personality he wants to figure out? Does he want to know what happened in my past? I doubt he's interested in me romantically..."

"What are you thinking about Lucy?" asked Wendy politely. "It must be very interesting, you're really out of it. Is everything okay? Can I help at all?"

"Everything's fine Wendy," said Lucy smiling at the sweetness of the girl, "I'm just thinking about something one of my spirits said, I can't figure out quite what they meant." This wasn't the entire truth, but Lucy certainly hadn't lied.

"Oh, okay," said Wendy, "Sometimes when something is confusing, it helps to talk to someone with a different point of view. If you want to talk to anyone, I'm always here."

"Thanks Wendy," Lucy replied, "I think I'll puzzle it out myself though."

When Lucy returned to the guild she tried to be with Gray more often so she could try to figure out what the statement had meant. It was hard, because she felt so awkward around him, but Lucy refused to show it. The remaining time was used debating taking Wendy up on her offer of someone to talk to, asking Levy what she thought, talking to Mira, or trying to keep doing what she already had been- which really wasn't working. Lucy wasn't sure what to do: Wendy had her own crud to deal with (all of her past friends were only illusions), she wasn't sure how Levy would react to the news, and Mira would immediately begin match-making. Imagine if someone gave Mira fuel for her latest opinion- "Lucy do you think Gray loves you?" Mira had asked.

(Author's Note: You've all seen Episode 50: Watch Out for the Guy You Like, right?)

After about a week of deliberation Lucy was hit with a wave of inspiration. "I can ask Gemini!" she yelled, luckily she was at home alone- for once- so no one heard her sudden outburst.

"Gate of the Twins, I open thee!" she cried, "Gemini!"

"Hello Gemini, good to see you!" she said, cheerful once more- now that she had an idea of what to do. "I was hoping you could tell me Gray's opinion of me again."

(Author's Note: I wrote this before the Episode 82: Welcome Home, where Lucy tells everyone all the limitations that Gemini has. "They can only transform for five minutes, plus the number of transformations they keep in stock is limited to two people." I didn't feel like reworking my story though, so I just added this note.)

"Certainly," replied Gemini, transforming into Gray, "Gray's opinion of Lucy: Newcomer to the guild. Pretty dang cute. Looks are pleasing. Very interested in her. Has been extremely nice lately. Skilled Celestial Spirit wizard." Gemini turned back into their original form.

"There it is again," sighed Lucy, "He's 'interested' in me- wait,did you say 'very interested'?" Lucy asked, startled.

"Yes, I think it relates to the 'Has been extremely nice lately.'" Gemini answered.

"Do you know what the 'interest' means?" Lucy said hopefully, though not expecting Gemini to know.

"I'm not certain, it could be curiosity over your past, it could be interest as a friend, but I think it's a romantic interest."

"Thanks Gemini," Lucy said, more confused than ever, "You can go."

"Before I go, I give you this advice: ask Gray himself about what you heard, otherwise, it will only lead to more confusion." Gemini said, melting away.

"I'll think about it." Lucy replied.

As another unsuccessful week of trying to figure out the quote passed, Lucy was ready to scream.

"I give up!" she thought, "I'm going to take Gemini's advice and ask him! If I take any more if this I might explode! I'll ask him when we're alone though, this is not something I want anyone like Happy or Mira to hear."

Lucy marched up to Gray, looked him in the eye, and asked, "Will you meet me for lunch tomorrow, 12:00,

at the sushi place down the street?"

"Um... Okay," said Gray, bewildered, "I'll come."

"Ooh Lucy," gushed Levy, "You're lucky Juvia isn't here, or she would be mad."

"I guess you really are her love rival!" joked Mira.

"She liiiiikes him." Happy said with his signature tongue roll.

This didn't even get a reaction from Lucy, not a single shout or protest. She had already left.

Lucy waited patiently in the restaurant, with the full knowledge she was almost twenty minutes early. She was startled, however, when Gray walked in. He scanned the room, looking for a table, but her surprise was mirrored his face when he saw her waiting. He walked over to her, his face rearranging itself back into its normal expression.

"And I thought I was early!" he said wryly, than he asked "Have you been waiting long?" He seemed genuinely concerned.

"No," Lucy answered, smiling at his thoughtfulness, "I just got here a minute ago."

They had a good meal filled with jokes and laughter. Lucy almost forgot why she had asked Gray there in the first place, until the waiter brought the check and pulled her into reality.

"I'll pay." they said in unison. Wanting to avoid an argument, Lucy compromised, "We'll split it." she said, "It's better than eating with Natsu, who never, ever pays, and eats something worth a small fortune." Gray agreed this was fair, and with the bill taken care of they left the restaurant.

"I'll walk you home." Gray offered politely.

"Actually..." Lucy said, "I was kind of hoping we could go to this one spot I know of. There's something I want to ask you about."

Gray raised an eyebrow, but didn't say a word.

"Um... er... Follow me." Lucy said nervously. She led him to a clearing in the middle of the forest. It was the most secluded and alone spot Lucy could find.

"You wanted to ask me what?" Gray questioned, his face an unreadable mask.

"Well... Have I told you about Gemini?" Lucy began awkwardly.

"The one that can imitate people and tell you what the person knows and thinks?"

"Yes, that one."

"Your point being?" Gray seemed irritated at this point.

"During the time when Gemini belonged to Angel, they imitated you. They said you were 'somewhat interested in me'. I wasn't sure what that meant. After a while of trying to puzzle it out, I asked Gemini again. And that time they said you were very interested in me. So I was hoping you knew. Can you tell me what it means?"

"I can," Gray said, "It means I love you."

Lucy gasped in surprise as Gray wrapped his arms around Lucy, then kissed her. She didn't know what was going on, or what to do. A sudden wave of genius hit her though, and she knew exactly how to handle this.

She kissed him back, then whispered, "I love you too."

THE END

If anyone wants a sequel, or has any ideas, all you have to do is tell me.