Heyooo everyone! I'm back again with a new story.
I'm really happy, that so many liked my first story, every follow and fav made me so happy. 3
The only thing that made me sad, was the lack of reviews. :(
Anywaaay, this story is based on a request from ObeliskX!
Thanks again for the request and some ideas and your review!
Made me really happy, sorry you had to wait so long for it!
Anyway, I don't own anything, FT and all characters belong to Hiro Mashima.
Enjoy!
„We are home!"
The one who said that was none other than one of the greatest Fairy Tail mages, Natsu Dragneel. He and the rest of the Fairy Tail guild walked into the guild hall, as they finally came back from the Grand Magic tournament.
"Geez Natsu, no need to shout like that, also no one is here. We all just came back."
This voice belonged to the lovely celestial mage, Lucy Heartfilia. Even though the loud announcement did hurt her ears a bit, she couldn't deny that it felt good being back at their guild, her home with her big family. Before she could think any further she suddenly heard Gray.
"She's right flame brain. Are you that dumb that you already forgot that the whole guild was cheering on us at the GMG? "
"What did you say ice princess? You want to fight again?"
Not a second later the two mages came clashing at each other, starting their common little battle.
*Geez, was the fighting at the GMG not enough for them? I mean sure they didn't really fight each other but they did collide a few times, so it's something, right? But it is kind of nice to see them full of energy again and it does makes you feel even more at home somehow.* Lucy chuckled a bit. She was happy about the fact, that this year the GMG weren't as troublesome as last year, and that they didn't get injured as badly. The blond mage looked around a bit, checking on all her teammates. *
Actually it seems like everyone recovered already.* Suddenly there was a loud noise to hear. When she turned back at the place where Natsu and Gray stood a second ago, she saw two large fists smashing the boys against the floor. Those belonged, without a doubt, to the guilds master, Makarov.
"Listen you brats, you aren't supposed to fight the moment we step into the guild. You are still recovering and I don't want to have to use the money we won for any kind of repairs you two make, understood?" As he kept his eyes on the flame and ice mage, he noticed Natsu mumble something that sounded like "Recovering? Yeah right, that's why you hit us with your fists…"
"What was that Natsu?"
At the question Natsu stiffed. Not only because he got caught, but also because that voice didn't belong to the master, but the redhead demon, Erza Scarlet. When he dared to look at her, he instantly started sweating. The aura around the mighty Titania was dark and, god help him, it seemed like her eyes were gleaming red.
"Did you just disrespect our master?"
"What? Haha no. Don't be silly. I would never do that…hehe…right Gray…Gray?"
As Natsu turned his gaze towards his guild mate he only saw a sly smile on his lips, which pretty much said, you fucked up, boy. But before any of them two could say anything further they both felt Erzas grip on their shirts as she tugged them up on their feet again.
"Good, because we all are family and respect and love each other, right?" With that said she slammed both guys against her armor chest.
"Ouch!"
"What was that?"
"RIGHT! RIGHT!" both said in unison as they feared for their life.
This picture was so familiar that it made Lucy laugh a bit. It was nice to see everyone get along and she hoped it will stay like that for a long time, without any big changes. There was a slight cough from Makarov, before he went on again.
"Good, now that that is cleared I would say all of you go and rest and tonight we are going to party! We earned it, as being the number one guild!" There were cheers and laughter to hear, and a "Gray your cloths!" from Juvia, followed by an embarrassed yell from the ice mage. It was going to be a nice evening, Lucy was sure of it. If she only had known what kind of outcome it would have, she would probably have stayed home then, or wouldn't she?
As soon as Lucy reached her home, she lied, or more like fell, on her bed. The soft mattress and sheets felt heavenly. She stared up at the ceiling, thinking back to the events that took place at the GMG. Luckily there weren't any kind of complications, well except the one time that some of the male guild mates, decided to sneak a peek at the ladies, who were sharing a nice evening in a hot spring. Luckily Erza exposed them on time, before any of the girls got out of the water. *Damn those pervs. Who would have thought that Gray and Gajeel would also be such pervs. Well Gray okay, don't know why I'm surprised so much, I mean he does strip more than enough, I should have caught the hint by now, and Juvia was more than happy to show him what she got, unlucky for her, she didn't have a chance. But Gajeel?* After some seconds a wide grin appeared on her face. *Maybe he wanted to see someone in particular? Hehe, watch out Levy, he is coming for you. Was about time, I guess.*
Slowly the grin disappeared from the blonde's face. She doesn't remember seeing any pink hair. *Why do I feel disappointed for not spotting Natsu anywhere? What is wrong with you Lucy? He is your best friend and you wonder why he doesn't want to see you naked? Geez…even if he was there he would probably not be there only because of me.* Lucy closed her eyes for a moment as a sigh escaped her mouth. *Well I guess he really is not so interested in woman and stuff like that, I mean...Natsu is Natsu, and he is pretty childish.* As the tiredness finally caught up with her, she couldn't go on with her thoughts, and she fell asleep.
The next time Lucy opened her eyes it was already 7pm. *Huh…I slept for so long? I wonder if the party already started. Who am I kidding, the party probably started the moment it got announced. Better get ready then.* Feeling energetic again, Lucy jumped out of her bed. The nap really refreshed her. But she needed even bigger refreshment, which was a nice shower. She would have rather went for a bath, but it would probably take her too long, so a fast shower was a better option. *Tomorrow, my dear bath, nothing is going to separate us. We'll take our time.* The girl knew it was weird talking to a bathtub but it's not like anyone heard her and who cares. As she stepped out of her bathroom she went straight for her closet. *Hmm I wonder what I should wear tonight. I mean it's not like we don't throw parties all the time, but today feels somehow special, so maybe just a bit more fancy wouldn't be so bad.* In that moment her eyes caught a glimpse of a red casual dress in the corner of her closet. As she reached for it she remembered how she got it.
FLASHBACK
It was some time before the GMG. Her and Natsu were walking through the town shopping, well more like she was shopping and he dragged along, only whining and wondering why he had to accompany her and not stay at the guild like Happy did, the lucky cat. At least she promised him some food. Just then she saw the red dress on the other side of a window in a shop she never heard of, probably a new one. Lucy grabbed Natsu's hand and dragged him straight into the shop. At least there was a chair for him to sit down while she was trying the dress on.
"Come on, hurry up Luce, I'm starving. You promised me we would go eat something soon."
Right then the celestial mage stepped out of the cabin. She wasn't so sure about the dress at first. It was pretty casual, without sleeves, something you would wear on a sunny day, but would have to watch out on a windy day if you didn't want to show everyone what kind of panties you decided to wear on that day. The only thing that made her feel uncomfortable about the dress was the large cleavage. Before she tried the dress on, the cleavage didn't seem that big, but now you could clearly see that it was a really deep V cut, reaching almost the middle of her tummy. Before she could say anything her eyes met Natsu's and she could have sworn she saw something in them, and was his mouth slightly hanging open? Not having a chance to analyze his reaction more he suddenly got up and grabbed her shoulders.
"You look great, Luce! The red really suits you, but could we maybe go and eat something now, I'm really hungry? I'm going to wait for you outside the shop till you get ready." With that being said he turned around, after giving her his famous grin, and walked out. A sight left Lucy's mouth. She felt a bit disappointed. She wasn't sure herself what kind of reaction she was expecting from him, but she hoped it would have been more. But then again there was this little moment.
Turning around Lucy looked at herself in the mirror. After a few moments she gave herself a determinant look and decided to buy that dress. Before leaving the store she pushed the dress into one of her other bags, so when she came out, Natsu was wondering if she actually bought the dress or not, but she felt like not telling him and just run off laughing while he chased after her, shouting something like "You are not getting away! You promised me food, I WANT MY FOOOOD!"
END FLASHBACK
The blond mage let out a soft chuckle and decided that tonight it's going to be the first night for her new dress, because she didn't have an opportunity to wear it yet. The GMG came so fast and so she almost forgot about the dress. After putting on the dress she went towards her little mirror where she called Cancer to do something about her hair. Her hair got longer since the last GMG so there were many options of what kind of hairdo Cancer could make. But because it was just another Fairy Tail party, which meant her hair would probably get messed up the moment she enters the guild, they went for a loose braid, which casually hung over her shoulder. Lucy didn't feel like putting much make up on, so she just used a bit of mascara and some perfume, that was more than enough. Finally she made her way towards the guild.
A couple of meters away from the guild Lucy could already hear the party. *Well it wouldn't be a Fairy Tail party if it wasn't that loud, haha.* The mage slowly pushed the door open, just to be sure that someone is not going to slam into her, and went straight for the bar. She figured that she could have a better look at everything from there and that it was more safe than sitting at one of the tables right now. Upon reaching the bar she saw some of the girls sitting there. Suddenly she heard a loud whistling.
"Daaaamn gurl, look at you, letting your twins out a little today, huh?"
"Cana!"
Lucy didn't expect the first comment about her new dress to be so…perverted? Well one was sure, her face color now matched the dress color.
"Haha I'm just kidding hun, but you do look smoking tonight."
"She is right Lucy-chan, you look amazing. I love the dress, and the color really suits you."
"Thank you, Levy-chan."
As her eyes went towards Juvia she saw the water mage blowing bubbles into her drink with a blushed face.
"Love rival doesn't plan on stealing Gray-sama tonight, does she?"
Once again the redness returned.
"What? No! I already told you Juvia, I am not interested into Gray, geez."
*So that's what has been bothering her.*
"I sure do hope so. Juvia will fight for Gray-sama's love! But the dress is really nice."
*Talk about fast topic changes.*
The next one who noticed her new dress was the bartender, Mirajane. She was just done serving some drinks.
"Wow, Lucy. I love your dress. It looks really good on you. Where did you buy it? Maybe I should get myself one, too."
"I would also like one, but probably in black if there is any."
"Oh you are also here Erza? Thanks guys! Well you see the shop I got it from is…"
Suddenly Lucy felt someone push against her. It seems like someone started a fight again and someone got kicked into her, but luckily not strong enough for her to fell over. As she slowly turned around she caught a glimpse of pink.
"Just you wait popsicle I'll….Lucy?"
As their eyes met, Lucy's emotions went wild. *What's wrong with me? Why am I so nervous? My heart is pounding so hard in my chest, I just hope his sensitive hearing is not going to hear it. Wait…is he checking me out?*
Lucy noticed Natsu's eyes quickly roam over her body and if her eyes didn't play a trick on her, she could have sworn that he halted at her cleavage for a second.
"So you did buy the dress, huh? Good for you Lucy."
And there it was again, his grin, like he is the most innocent person.
"So where was I, oh yeah…GREEEY!"
For a few more seconds Lucy looked after Natsu, before turning around to her friends with a sigh, not noticing she let one out. The feeling of disappointment was just about to return as all the girls suddenly turned into Happy, saying "He liiiiiikes you!". Speaking of the devil.
"Hey that's my line, what is it about?"
"Girls talk, Happy. Here go and take this fish to Charle, I think she asked for one."
"Ohhhh thank you Mirajane! Charle! I got your fish!" And with that he flied back towards Wendy's and Charle's table. After a few chuckles and laughter the girls turned towards Lucy again.
"You did realize he was checking you out, right? Especially that rack you got there."
"He did?"
"Yep and he totally liked what he saw."
"He did?"
"I think you should make a move on him Lucy-chan."
"I should?"
"Juvia thinks so, too."
Erza just nodded in agreement, smiling.
"But…wait a minute! Why should I? He is my best friend and, and, and I don't even know if I like him that way…"
"Girl please, did you look at yourself at the mirror? You were clearly disappointed that he didn't make a move or maybe say something more about you appearance. And when we mentioned him liking you, you went full tomato mode."
"I…I…"
"See? There, again!"
Lucy just didn't know what to say anymore, she felt somehow ashamed for having strong feelings for her best friend.
*Okay first I have to cool off.*
"Mira could you maybe give me a drink? A cocktail I think. How about a Latin Lover?"
"Sure, I'll be right back."
"Ohh Lucy. A Latin Lover? But you have your own fire boy right here, wink, wink."
"Cana please, pssshhhh."
"Haha, yeah, yeah, soooo…what do you plan on doing now?"
"I don't know…I mean, obviously I do have stronger feelings than just friendship towards him, but it's Natsu! I mean you know yourself how childish he is and I never ever noticed him being interested in women, let alone me."
"Well actually Lucy, I don't think you are quite right about that."
"What do you mean Erza?"
"Well I did notice some affection for you coming from his side in the past. Also I think we all might be underestimating him. He is cleverer than he looks."
"Hmm but I'm not even completely sure about my feelings towards him, not to speak of his feeling towards me. There has to be a way to find out."
All the girls started thinking silently, that is until Cana broke the silence.
"Well what about sexual attraction?"
"CANA!"
"What? I mean it is a start, do you feel attracted towards him?"
"…I might do."
"Luuucy…"
"Yeah fine, I do!"
"See? Wasn't that bad right? Okay so now we have to make sure he is attracted to you, too. I pretty sure he is, but you know, just to be reaaaally sure about it."
"And how are we supposed to do this?"
The moment the question left Lucy's mouth, she regretted it. The grin on Cana's face told her she already had a plan.
"Girls, it's time to play The Nervous Game!"
Aaaand we're done with the first chapter!
This story is going to be shorter than my first one, probably just 2 or 3 chapters long.
Also this is the innocent chapter, because it isn't really happening much yet.
The next chapter will be a bit more of a...tease. ;)
Thank you for reading!
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Much love to all my reviewers from my first story. 3
If you haven't read my first story, feel free to check it out! :D It's called "The Tempting Smell"
Till next time!