Lucy's POV

You're the reason why I'm here in the guild. You led me here. You saved me from that fake 'Salamander' back at Hargeon. Since then, we've been friends. Then partners and eventually became best friends.

Years passed and lately I could feel my heart beating fast, sometimes it even aches. I panicked and I tried to talk to Wendy. She examined me and asked if I was in love. I said I wasn't, if I was, to whom?

She then dragged me to Mira and Lisanna by the bar and told them to help me.

Of course, Mira was the one who asked all of the questions.

"Now, Lucy, tell us what you think about Natsu." Lisanna ordered.

"If we'll get this over with immediately, then fine." I sighed then continued, "Natsu's a person you can rely on 24/7. He'd always be there to save me in any circumstances. He may not be a gentleman and would always start fights, but when a friend needs him, he'll always be there to help. He's a stubborn man who won't stop until he gets what he wants. But despite that, a positive person who'd always encourage you to never give up."

The three of them looked amused with my answer bringing an awkward silence between us. Lisanna broke the silence when she chuckled, she then nudged her sister, causing Mira to speak while having a matchmaking aura around her. Oh dear. What have I gotten myself into???

"My turn. So Lucy, have you ever felt anything going on in your system whenever you see him?"

"Not really. I feel pretty normal."

"When do you usually feel this heart of yours beating faster? Other than being nervous, of course."

"Hmmm... here in the guild or at my apartment. Even on a mission with Team Natsu sometimes."

"How about the heartaches?"

"I guess... i-it's when I see him t-talking to other girls..." I stuttered. I then heard the three of them squeal. My poor ears.

"Lucy, answer me with a yes or no. Speak only of the truth." I nodded and Mira continued, "Have you ever felt your cheeks burn whenever you see him?"

"Yes."

"Do you want to be by his side till the end of your life?"

"Yes."

"Do you like him?"

"N-no?"

"Well, don't asked me, young lady. Have you ever thought of getting married to him?"

"Yes?"

"Here's my last question... Do you love him?"

"Yes."

Then that confirmed it. I can't believe I'm in love with my very own best friend. Unbelievable. This can't be. What if he doesn't return my feelings. I don't want him to leave me just like my mom and dad.

Days, weeks, months have passed. I slowly tried to avoid Natsu as much as I can before I lose my head.

I never knew that it'd come to this point that I'd feel something towards him.

"Hey, Luce! Wanna go on a mission with me and Happy?" He said cheerfully. He always does.

"Sorry, Natsu. I think I'll pass." A glint of sadness was evident in his eyes alongside with Happy. Happy then attacked me in a hug, "Again? But Lushee, that's also what you said yesterday and the other day. Can't you come with us today?"

"I'm sorry, guys. I'll make it up to you tomorrow. I promise." After a moment of hesitation, Natsu nodded still sad and dragged Happy away. He never spoke or waved his hand.Dull and expressionless was written all over him. I'm so sorry, Natsu.

No matter how much I try and deny.

No matter how much I keep telling myself to stop.

I even tried avoiding you... I just can't.

I can't stop loving you.

I love you more than life itself. I couldn't love anyone else. I've tried to stop myself so many times, it hurts me.

A love like ours, where can it go? I must be strong 'cause now I know. It's wrong for me to stay and love you.

It's just so wrong for me to stay and love you...

Natsu...