The sun rises over the kingdom of Fiore as a new day begins. But this isn't just any day. It's the beginning of a special holiday that only comes around once a year; a holiday that celebrates love and affection for friends, family, and especially, lovers. Indeed, it was Valentine's Day. Candy and flowers are all about being exchanged within the bustling towns and guilds of Fiore.

This would be no exception for independent guilds, especially one that is currently camping in an isolated forest not far from one of the major towns. For inside one of the numerous tents, a mage by the name of Jellal Fernandes slowly opens his eyes and awakens to the bright sunlight illuminating his temporary home. He quietly yawns and rubs his eyes before looking over to his right. Next to him, a sleeping beauty by the name of Meredy is still peacefully asleep, having been cuddled into his side the entire night.

Jellal smiles warmly at the sight of his beloved. How can someone so precious ever be called a sinner? But alas, he had to get up from bed to start his day. 'The day. That's right! Today is special, isn't it?' he thought to himself, realizing what day it was. All the more reason he has to be extra quiet in getting out of the small bed him and Meredy share.

Having successfully avoided waking up the sleeping pinkette and changed into his usual outfit, Jellal reaches into his travel bag to pull out a few articles he had purchased the day before in secrecy when everyone was busy with their training. He carefully places these items on the pillow he uses next to Meredy in such a way that these would be the first things she would see when she wakes up. After giving Meredy a small kiss upon the side of her head, Jellal makes his way out of the tent to prepare for the day ahead.

The kiss causes Meredy to stir in her sleep. Small groans emanate from the drowsy mage before her soft, emerald eyes are finally revealed. "Jellal…?" she calls out quietly, wondering where her love had gone. It was unusual for Jellal to be out of bed before her. But her attention is soon shifted to the items Jellal had left behind. Upon the pillow before her, Meredy discovers a heart-shaped box of chocolates, a single rose, and a holiday card addressed to her. The pinkette's cheeks instantly blush a light shade of red realizing what it all was.

"When did he…?" she asked herself as she lifts herself up on her elbow whilst keeping the blanket up to her chest to stay covered. But her train of thought is overcome by her curiosity as she reaches for the card and opens it.

I love you. Be my Valentine. Now and forever. Jellal.

"Oh, Jellal…" The card alone was enough to make Meredy smile from ear to ear. A small, happy tear rolls down her cheek as her green orbs read the card over and over. She takes the rose and smells its sweet aroma. She opens the box and eats one of the chocolates. It was the first time she had been given such a warm and loving gift for Valentine's Day and she couldn't be happier.

"I love you, too, you baka. 3"