The story starts with a slow build. I like giving background and depth to the characters. I promise you a great story, well worth your time. There is a lemon at the end of the story, starting in chapter 12.
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Firelight
Lucy walked slowly, weaving in between trees and fallen branches. She heard the trickling of water ahead, a signal that her goal was close. The small game trail was overgrown, but Lucy knew the path well. She found this spot just after defeating Tartaros, two days after construction began on the latest guild hall. Lucy stepped out of the tree line, emerging into a clearing, a small creek running through it. The small glade was peaceful, the soothing sounds of the cicada and crickets. A gentle breeze rustled the leaves of the surrounding trees, giving the impression of a welcoming embrace.
Lucy pulled a key from her collection, then called out gently for Capricorn. The male appeared a moment later, his hand to his chest and bowing at the waist. Lucy sat, adjusting to a meditative position. She looked to Capricorn, who nodded his head, signaling his mistress to begin. Lucy began her training, drawing her magical energies up. Second Origin had increased her abilities a great deal, but Lucy wanted to continue her progress, to be even more powerful, to be well prepared to protect her friends, her family.
She sat for an hour, following her trainers instructions to the letter. When she was close to being depleted, Capricorn stopped her and called for a break. He had her stand, then the two began her hand-to-hand combat training. Lucy had been a novice at first, but in the three weeks since starting her activities she had improved considerably. She was in no way on Erza or Natsu's level, but she was beginning to become confident that someday she could give them a good showing. Another hour passed, with forms and mock battles, corrections and executions.
Lucy laid flat, looking up to the stars. Her arms were outstretched and her breathing was heavy. Her workouts with Capricorn were tiring, but well worth it. A flash of light in her peripheral vision, caused her to turn her head a little to the right. The small light flashed again, Lucy smiled, watching as the tiny firefly floated closer. A few more flashes caught her attention and Lucy sat up, fireflies danced all over the clearing. Lucy's smile grew wider, feeling blessed to witness such an amazing site.
Lucy was tired but happy, as she opened the door to her apartment. She was unsurprised to find Natsu and Happy sleeping on her bed and just let them go for now. She grabbed her pajamas and headed for her bathroom. She stepped back out half an hour later, clean, brushed and eager for her bed. She pulled the covers up, then tickled Natsu's side to get him to roll over. Happy opened groggy eyes, but Lucy just put her finger to her lips, asking the cat to be quiet. Lucy slid into the bed, covering up, she felt Happy get up and curl up next to her. The celestial wizard fell asleep rubbing the Exceeds ear and a small smile on her lips.