(Lucy's POV)
It's been 5 months since our adventure in Edolas and the return of Mira and Elfmen's sister, Lisanna. When we found out that she was residing in Edolas instead of actually being dead like we thought her to be, the whole guild rejoiced in her return. After all, not everyday that someone you thought is dead comes back to you obviously alive and perfectly healthy. I was glad that the guild was happy to see her.
But nowadays, ever since Lisanna came back, I feel separated and... lonely from the guild. In the aftermath of Lisanna's return, Natsu immediately invited her on a mission with Happy. All 3 at the time had asked me if it was okay, to which I said yes. Natsu obviously missed her, so it would be a good idea. But as days went on and so did the weeks, I realized that Natsu and Happy had left me behind every single mission.
It wasn't just Natsu and Happy either. Levy's behaviour had also changed and she also wanted to spend just as much time with Lisanna as she could. They were good friends before so it made sense that Levy wanted to update Lisanna on the 3 years she had missed. Erza and Gray also talking to Lisanna every now and then if they weren't a mission with Natsu and Happy.
I didn't interfere because I knew they missed her. But after 5 months you'd think they would remember me, right? It wasn't just me who felt this way though. Gajeel, Lily, Juvia, Wendy and Carla feel the same way. Seems like everyone who had come after Lisanna's disappearance was feeling separated. All because we couldn't share memories with Lisanna and reminisce about old times with the others.
Because of that, the 6 of us created our own little group. We became a team and went on missions together whenever we could. Master Makarov also continued to talk with us, as well as Mira. They knew of the guild's behaviour towards us and reassured all 6 of us that it'll let up soon. I've also talked to Lisanna, in the rare times I could and she really is nice like they all say. She would occasionally sit with our team to talk before going on a mission with Team Natsu.
But honestly, I think I need to get away from here. From Fairy Tail. I already talked about it to Gajeel, Lily, Juvia, Mira, Wendy and Carla. They all understood why I wanted to and they told me to look out for myself. I was obviously going to keep in contact with them and promised that they would be allowed to visit once I settle somewhere. They also said that when or if I return, they'd welcome me back wholeheartedly. Even Gajeel agreed so.
I told them that I'll be staying in my mother's childhood home. It's in a different country, far from Fiore and Ishgar all together. I haven't been there in person, but my mother has family there that Capricorn says are waiting for me. I told the others that once I get there, I would send a letter to them immediately. Capricorn was to guide me there safely, much to the others' relief. Now, all I have to do it tell Master about it.
I walked up to the second floor where Master's office is and knocked on the door. "Um... Master?" I asked nervously. "May I come in?"
I could hear a hum from behind the door and took it as a yes. I opened the door slowly, peaking my head through the door before going fully inside the office and closing the door behind me. "What is it, child?" Master asked, looking up from the paper work he was doing.
"I'm sorry about this sudden request but... I wish to leave Fairy Tail." I said softly.
Master's eyes widened at my statement, but they soon relaxed. A sigh escaping his lips as he slumped back into his chair, from what I could guess, in realizing the obvious reason. "It's the guild isn't it?"
I nodded slowly, not daring to meet his eyes. "I know that at one point, they will talk to me again. But 5 months felt like years and I don't think I can handle waiting that long anymore. I feel like I'm not important anymore and only you and the others seem to only care." I explained. "If they were all really my nakama, my family, would they take this long to remember me and the others?"
"No Lucy, no they wouldn't." Master replied, massaging his temples. "Are they aware of your decision?"
"They were the first to know and they understand why I am doing this." I answered, knowing who he was referring to. "I will send a letter once I settle down and will contact you all often. After all, you are my second family."
"And the place you will be staying?" Master asked again, but I knew it was just him being the protective father figure he was to me. Which I'm grateful for.
"My mother has another family elsewhere. There are awkward circumstances so I can't really tell you where it is, but Capricorn has decided to guide me." I replied. "Please let me do this, Master. I just... need time to sort out my feelings."
"Hm... I understand." Master said. "Make sure you do contact me first the minute you get there, alright Lucy?"
"Really Master?" I asked. He nodded with approval, which made me smile in relief. "Thank you so much Master!"
I was about to take my leave, but Master spoke up before I closed the door. "Does Natsu know?" He asked.
At that question, I froze in place. My expression becoming soft with sorrow. I shook my head, not turning around to face him. There was no way I could tell Natsu, even if I did try. He was always gone before I could see him. "No one other than you, Gajeel, Lily, Juvia, Mira, Wendy and Carla knows." I replied.
"He'll probably go looking for you once he finds out." Master stated. I could hear shuffling in the background, which I can assume that he was crossing his arms and had that concerned look on his face.
"Natsu's ignored me for months. He, and the rest of the guild, can ignore me a little longer." I said, laughing to myself about how nothing would change. Because Fairy Tail's like that, they never let anything get them down for too long. I guess it's just a little harder for me.
"But Lucy..." Master mumbled, but I could still hear him.
"Master, just do me this one favor." I spoke up bringing my left hand to my chest. "When or if Natsu and the others notice that I am gone... whatever you do, do not tell them anything."
Master didn't reply at first, but I could hear him turn the chair around so that he could not watch me leave. "Very well Lucy... if that's what you wish."
I could feel a tear fall down my face and I smile. I wipe the tear away and nod. "Thank you, Master. Please tell the others I said goodbye." I closed the door and hurriedly made my way to my apartment so that I could pack.
After summoning Virgo, I began packing all the clothes that I would need for where I'm going. I packed 2 suitcases and one duffel bag which held all my clothes, the duffel bag containing the jewels I had left over and some other small items. Everything else, like furniture and any other of my belongings, I had asked Virgo to store someplace safely in the Celestial Spirit World. To which she complied.
After that, I returned my apartment key to the Landlady. She was confused to my moving out suddenly, but I told her not to think much of it and just put it up for sale. Once that was done, it was already sunset and I made my way to the train station. Capricorn said that I had to travel to Crocus and there, near the border, someone that my mom once knew would be waiting for me to take me to where I wanted to go.
When I got to the border, clad in a pilot's uniform, an older man was waiting for me. I had met him once as a child and kept in touch after my mother died. He bowed, to which I returned the gesture and he led me to a parked jet. I smiled and took a deep breath before boarding the jet. Once we took off, I knew it'd be awhile until I reached the place that I had in mind to go.
Mother had told me about it long ago and told me that I would be able to visit it one day. But after she died, I never did. I took a book I had bought at a magic store the day before and opened to it's blank pages. It glowed a soft pastel blue, as if knowing what I was about to ask. Mother had also told me about a person she wanted me to meet and finally, I had a chance to meet him. "I wonder what he's like... Tamaki Suoh."