Disclaimer: I do not own Fairy Tail nor do I claim do I just do these things for fun so here we go. Natsu x Lucy possible Cana x OC still unsure so here we go hope you enjoy it. Set in AU after fairy tail reforms.

Cana's Rage

Chapter 1: Revisiting The Past

It was a bright afternoon and Fairy Tail was as lively as ever. Cana was sitting with a drink in her hand as she turns to Happy who was sitting looking rather bummed about something. She gives his head a little rub and turns towards Natsu and Lucy who fawning over each other like little love birds. Happy let out a sigh and Cana once again gives his little head a rub.

"I take it you feel like a third wheel now?"

Happy nods as Cana takes another drink and pats him on the head Mira comes over and feel sorry for Happy she buys him a fish. The little blue cats face lights up and he tucks into it as Cana turns back her attention to the two love birds, seeing Natsu and Lucy like that brought her memories of the past most recently Bacchus of Quatro Cerberus guild. He was a good drinking partner but alas not much else. Then further back still was from a time back in her childhood there was a boy just a year younger than as child she played with him all the time. The boy was very sick during their time together though but despite that Cana would consider him her first love even though they were both so young.

"Are you ok Cana?"

"Yeah sorry Happy, just was seeing them took me on a trip down memory lane."

"An old boyfriend?"

"Something like that but not quite in the way you think."

They both continue to watch the two love birds as Max comes running up towards Cana. Cana looks at him as Max puffs and pants as he ran all the way around town trying to locate someone.

"There you are Cana, some old woman is here to see and she is quite distressed. Something to do about someone you know called Kazuya."

Upon hearing that name Cana freezes as she is suddenly gripped by a sense of dread she grabs max in frantic concerned fashion spinning him around an shoving him towards the door again.

"Quick take me to her now!"

Max turns with Cana all but shoving him as everyone turns to see what the commotion as both Cana and Max run out of the guild, Lucy turns to Natsu who shrugs and Lucy lets out a sigh.

"I am going after her Natsu stay with Happy and take him fishing you two haven't hung out in a while."

Before Natsu could even reply Lucy was already out of the guild hall chasing after Max and Cana. Running down after them Lucy could see them ahead of her as they turned right Lucy quickly dashes into an adjoining ally way that lead right, emerging in another street, just as she catches a glimpse of the two entering a hotel nearby. Lucy follows determined to find out what is going on and approaches the hotel.

Inside Cana is led to a table in the corner where a person was sitting. As the two approach an old woman looks up with a smile on her face. Cana shoves past Max and embraces the old one as Lucy watches from a distance. The old woman is smiling and yet sobbing at the same time as the two embrace and hug, they both sit down with Cana being the first to speak.

"It is good to see you Rose but what has happened to Kazuya to cause you all this way to get me."

"Kazuya is dying Cana, he doesn't have long left he is very week and his body is getting worse I have left some neighbours to treat but I want you to come see him if you can."

Cana nods as tears begin to fall down her face as Rose explains the situation to Cana. but sadly Lucy could not here what was said but she from where she stood. She stood waiting as the two continue to talk and some time later Lucy spots Max approaching. Max takes notice of Lucy as she walks towards him as she shakes his head in distress.

"Something very bad is happening isn't it?"

"Yeah Lucy it is, one of her friends is dying and doesn't have long left to live. His grandmother came here to bring her to see him."

Lucy gasps and Max places a hand her on a shoulder and the two wizards turn back to Cana. Max begins to leave but turns back and smiles at Lucy rubbing his chin in thought.

"When she leaves to go visit, you should go with her as emotional support."

Lucy nods and Max leaves to go back to go back to the guild. The old woman nods and heads towards the stair case as Cana remains with her head in her hands. Lucy walks over and plonks herself in the chair the old woman was sitting in as Cana peeks through her fingers to see Lucy sitting down opposite of her.

"Hey Lucy what brings you here?"

"To see if you are ok that's what seen you leave the guild hall in a hurry with Max and got worried so I followed. Max filled me in a little bit, if you plan to go see your friend I will go with for support its not easy. Only if you will have me along of course."

Cana nods and a small smile creeps along her face as she removes her hands and Lucy sees her tear stained cheeks. With a sorrowful expression Lucy holds out her arms and the two friends embrace as Cana breaks down and begins sobbing again. She mutters a few things but Lucy couldn't hear them.

"It's a tough time cry as much as you need to alright."

Lucy looks up as Rose returns from her room with her bags in hand and gives Rose a smile, despite the old woman's own grief she returns the gesture. Lucy then extends her own arm and Rose joins the hug. Lucy knew this was all she could do for them right now and to her at least every little bit helps.

Natsu and Happy were ready for their fishing trip as Max strolls back into guild deciding to find out what happened to Cana and Lucy, Natsu approaches him and asks.

"Max where did Lucy and Cana run off to is everything ok."

Max shook his head and took Natsu a side out of ear shot of everyone else.

"Lucy has gone with Cana to visit a child hood friend of Cana's who is sadly not got much longer left to live, Lucy went with her for support."

Natsu lowers his head with frown then turns to Happy and smiles slightly taking out something form his back pack and looking at fondly. Max heard him utter something under his breath but does not ask anymore about it.

"Thanks for letting me know Max, I would go join them but it is not my place. I will see Lucy when she returns then are you ready partner?"

Natsu turns to Happy who nods holding up his fishing rod. Max smiles as Happy yells out aye sir and Max watches as both friends set off on their trip. Hoping that Cana with help from Lucy will be able to say her goodbyes.

Cana stares out the window of the train as the landscape rushes past, unable to speak to Lucy or Rose silence did seem golden right now as Cana was battling with the thoughts in her head.

Kazuya would write to Cana often and she would reply but he never once mentioned his illness was getting worse. Did he not want her to worry to come rushing to see him? It would be like him he didn't like a fuss being made even back then. Yet if anyone else had trouble with anything, he would be the first to step up despite his illness keeping him in bed most of the time. Cana is called back to her surroundings by Rose who offers her a drink. She takes it grateful trying to ignore Lucy's constant concerned stares in her direction. The a loud speak announces the train is arriving shortly and to make sure that they gather all their belongings before disembarking from the train.

Ten minutes later the train reached its destination the three travelers disembark. Cana took a quick look around the home town had certainly prospered since she was last here. Rose must of read her mind and said it was due to Kazuya and once again Cana couldn't help but smile a bitter smile though it wasn't the homecoming she thought.

Lucy watches from the back of the group as people casually passing by and rush over to see Cana with smiles and warm welcomes. Cana did her best to look happy at seeing them but Lucy could tell otherwise. Rose steps in an says who Cana is there to see and she doesn't really have the time to speak to them. The towns people nod as they too must know what is happening and the reason she has returned and let Cana go on her way.

A short time later and group finally arrived at the home of Kazuya both Cana and Lucy pause not stepping into the garden, as two immense humanoids clad in black and golden armour plate uncrossed their immense halberds to allow Rose to open the door. Flames of orange regarded Cana and Lucy as the entered the home only for the door to close again.

"Who were they?"

"Friends of Kazuya's I assume."

"They are called the Raven Heralds."

Both Cana and Lucy both turn to Rose who explains they had come to watch Kazuya as he enjoyed the time he had left free from those who he did not want to see. After her brief explanation, Rose led them both upstairs two more of the Raven Heralds stood in the hallway, there helms almost touched the ceiling these two behemoths held twin dagger like weapons and both kneeled before Rose as she approached. She nods and they both rise as Cana and Lucy look at each other in surprise as Rose stands aside and smiles warmly

Cana reaches out for the handle but as her hand touches it she draws her hand back as scared to go through the door, Lucy steps forward placing her hand on top of Cana's. They both take a deep breath and turn the handle and step into the room of Cana's dying friend.

Well that's it for chapter one, pretty upsetting for the first chapter second will be a bit gut wrenching and right in the feels or at least I hope. This tale is based on circumstances in my own life and with the recent anniversary of such a event I decided to turn it into a story so please give it a chance and come back for more. R&R is always welcome.