Lucy bit her lip, all of her bruises were healed. It had been two weeks since her meeting with Natsu Dragneel. He had paid her five thousand dollars and she hadn't even touched him…much. He had fed her and let her shower and sleep in the room he had taken her too, handing her the money in the morning. Lucy wasn't an idiot. She didn't turn all of it in to Bora, she was staggering it, making it look like she was working the streets every night when really she would be hiding in the library. The mafia boss had left her baffled.

"You work for Bora don't you? You're one of his girls aren't you?" Natsu asked and she had sucked in a deep breath.

"How did you-" He shook his head.

"Because there's a pattern to your bruises, I've dealt with a few of his girls before. He's getting more and more problematic. Anyway, like I said. You have a spark and I think it would be a great fire. You just gotta give it the right things." He explained and she frowned.

"Look...I'm not sure what you're getting at here-" He cut her off.

"I get what I want. And I want you. I want you to join me. You'll be taken care of, you'll be trained. You won't have to get beaten like that. I know this is a lot to take in. Take a shower, food will brought up and then get some sleep. Word of advice, if you walk around be careful and be mindful. This IS a mafia house. You'll be paid tomorrow and be dropped off where I picked you up. I'll be back in two weeks and a day for your answer." Salamander said before moving forward, tucking a piece of blonde hair behind her ear. "Think about it...because I'll be thinking about you." He said softly and she blushed hard.

"N-Natsu I...I can't I mean...I don't know how to fight or- or I wouldn't fit in." She said quickly and he gave her a small grin.

"Yes you would. I can see it in your eyes. You're willing to do what you need to survive. You're determined and I can see a fighting spirit. But then again...I want it to be clear. You'd be joining a mafia, by my side and no one else's." He said and she caught her breath.

"What do you-" he cut her off, sealing her lips with a kiss. She hesitated, slowly kissing back. She didn't feel pressured or sick to her stomach. She; for an odd reason, felt strong and powerful, she felt dangerous. She felt her lips tingle, the feeling spreading throughout her body. He pulled away and she felt her missing his touch. He gave her a devilish grin.

"Think about it." He said before turning and leaving her alone.

Lucy ran a hand through her hair. She had been thinking hard about everything. Was it worth the risk? She would be lying if she said she didn't like living on the edge. She wouldn't mind having some fear her for a change. Natsu was offering her the chance to become the person she had always wanted. And if she didn't? That money wouldn't last forever.

She sighed, making a decision. She got up, pulling on black leggings and shorts before pulling on a tank top and a jacket before walking around "her" room, packing the necessities. She put her makeup and toiletries in the bag along with some of her favorite outfits and underwears with more personal belongings before pulling shoes on. She had one thousand dollars left of what he had given her. She was going to get cleaned up before she met him on the corner. She checked the room, making sure she had everything she needed before she walked out, trying to act normal. She nodded to one of Bora's guards who was infamous among the girls for taking his "turn" with them whenever he wanted or as a form of punishment. He eyed her with a hungry look and she suppressed a shiver. She got out of the building, trying to ignore the bite of cold at her legs.

Pants...pants and leggings first, then long sleeves and sweaters...cute sweaters. Boots and sneakers too. Lucy thought as she walked. She didn't know exactly what to expect from Natsu. He was a mafia boss and she was just a prostitute he had taken pity on. The only reason she hadn't taken the money and run was because of the kiss he had given her. While she wasn't a stranger to kissing the one he had given her and sent her body into shock. Thrills hd run up her spine and she felt like she had been floating on cloud nine. It was as if he had slipped her a drug with his lips, because after that she hadn't been able to get him out of her mind. She wasn't a virgin, but she hadn't been with anyone except for in highschool, which was a couple of years ago. That hadn't stopped her from enjoying time to herself however, especially over the past two weeks. Images of Natsu Dragneel running through her mind. She had looked up a few interviews of him online and had been amazed at how genuine he seemed. He was always light hearted and funny, easy going and answering most of the questions honestly. To the world he looked like a down to earth, rich, successful young man. Actually, one of the most powerful and rich men in the world at the moment. He was the young C.E.O. of Fairy Tail, put in the current owners will to inherit one fourth of the business. The business owned countless law firms, hospitals, banks, casinos and a few food chains.

He was one of the four listed to inherit the company. The owner of the company had taken him and two others in as kids and basically raised them, along with his own grandson who was a few years older than them. In interviews that they had together they seemed like siblings with fierce loyalty to each other.

However, that amount of money meant that there was plenty of it to buy silence. Very few people knew about the mafia part of the company, and those that did didn't dare say a word. The only reason Lucy even knew about it was because when Bora had first recruited her then the girls had filled her in with what she needed to know. They had explained that any member of Fairy Tail was dangerous and that they should be avoided. The mafia and Bora didn't get along and if Bora heard word of an interaction with one of the members when there would be harsh punishments.

Lucy sighed, shaking her head to clear her thoughts. She walked into a store quickly, glad to get out of the cold. She spent a little bit of time picking out a few winter outfits, trying them on to make sure that they fit her well. She also picked out a pink scarf, loving the the texture of it and the little hat that came with it. She picked out a better jacket than the hideous one she had on now. She found a pair of black boots that she instantly fell in love with, they had a small heel, good traction and came up to just below her knees. She made the purchases, handing over the 450$ in cash. She went to the bathroom, changing into one of the cute outfits she had just bought. She pulled on the boots and scarf, packing the other new clothes and old clothes into her bag. She walked out of the bathroom stall and checked her hair before pulling the hat on, adjusting it to where she wanted it.

She grinned despite herself. She hadn't felt this good or been this comfortable in a while and she felt amazing. She gave herself a little twirl in the mirror before shouldering the bag and walking out of the store. She felt the cold hit her face but her body was much warmer than before. She walked down the street, watching the busy people rush to and from. She looked in the windows of shops and stores as she passed them. It was a few days after thanksgiving and it looked like Santa himself had thrown up all over every store. She checked the time on a clock she passed. She had an hour and a half until she was supposed to meet Natsu, deciding that most of that time would be best used off the streets where one of Bora's workers could see her she went into a coffee shop.

She spent the next hour or so sipping hot chocolate and watching how people interacted with others, making up stories about their lives and relationships.

"Hi!" Lucy jumped, looking up to see a small girl with blue hair pulled back in a bandana wearing a beige sweater buttoned in the front and blue jeans that went under long brown boots, about the same length as Lucy's. Lucy blinked at her a little.

"Uhm...hello." Lucy said quietly, not wanting anyone to look towards them. She looked the girl up and down again, hiding her suspicion.

"I'm so sorry that I'm late, I got caught up at the crosswalk." The girl said, looking rather nervous but trying to hide it. Lucy tilted her head ever so slightly, looking around quickly where she saw a huge shadowy figure watching the bluenette intensely. Lucy quickly smiled up at the bluenette, understanding the situation. She stood up, hugging the small girl tightly.

"It's fine! I totally understand girl, I'm just glad you made it here." Lucy said warmly before pulling away and sitting back down. The girl slid into the seat in front of her.

"He's been following me the last seven blocks, I'm Levy." The girl whispered and Lucy's facial expression didn't change for a second before she gasped.

"No way! I totally thought they were dating!" She squealed as if Levy had just told her some gossip, looking around suspiciously before leaning in and whispering back, "I'm Lucy, don't worry I'' sit with you until he leaves." She said, giving Levy a wink. Levy gave her a soft sigh of relief and smile. Levy ordered hot chocolate as well and they talked quietly, finding out that they both loved some of same books and authors. The huge man eventually left and when there was no sign of him at all both girls lt out a breath.

"You're a life a saver Lucy. How can I thank you?" Levy asked and Lucy smiled at her, shaking her head.

"No need to thank me, us girls have to stick together." Lucy said and Levy giggled.

"You're so sweet, come on please let me pay you back somehow." Levy said and Lucy bit her lip.

"How about this, you buy me a cookie to go from here and we'll be even." Lucy said, not wanting Levy to feel indebted. Levy laughed and nodded.

"Deal." She said and the girls both got up, putting their cups in the tray before getting in line. Lucy picked out a white macadamia cookie and Levy bought it for her, handing her the bag.

"It was really nice meeting you Levy, we should hangout again sometime." Lucy said and Levy nodded eagerly. The exchanged info and after checking the time Lucy realized she had to book it. They said a quick goodbye after Levy confirmed that she could get home safe.

It was slightly dark by now and Lucy hurried, knowing girls on call tonight would be taking up positions around the city and the scum would come out looking for attention they could pay for. She kept her head down, not wanting anyone to notice her. She was supposed to have today and tomorrow off but she still didn't want word getting back to Bora just yet. As she got closer and closer to the spot he had told her to meet him the more and more her mind spun.

What if this was a trick? What if he planned on using her and then killing her? What if this was all some cruel joke? Was he just like Bora? Kind at first with a bitter twist at the end? What if she didn't fit in? Or if no one liked her and they killed her? What exactly did he mean by his side and no one else's? Did that mean she had to sleep with him and him exclusively? Not that she minded...sleeping with him. If his kiss could affect her like it had she wanted to know what the rest of his body could do. However would that mean she could only be with him and he could be with anyone else? What if this was a huge mistake?

She stopped, looking up at the street lamp. She was where she was supposed to be. She looked around, biting her lip. There wasn't a car or person on the street. It wasn't too late to back out of this. She could run and take a bus, she could run back to her father on her hands and knees and beg forgiveness, marry the man of his choosing and be a slave for her husband to keep the family business alive. She bit her lip, watching as a limo turned the corner, dark tinted windows around it. She took in a deep breath. She wanted this, she wanted the freedom that Natsu might give her. The limo stopped next to her and the door opened. She saw pink hair, a pressed suit and a white scarf along with dark, slanted pupils.

"I knew you would come." He said.

"Was Levy some sort of test? The man that "followed" was someone that has been in a few interviews in the background that you do, and she was way to relaxed and confident to get home after being followed by a huge man unless she was comfortable with him." Lucy said quickly and Natsu grinned at her.

"Aren't you smart," He said, confirming her question. She took a deep breath as he looked at her and she took a step forward, deciding to be bold. She knew countless people probably shrank in fear from him, she knew that most women he had been with would have been daringly bold, but that's not what she was going for, she just wanted the feeling of his lips again, she wanted to fly.

She leaned up and kissed him hard, standing on her tiptoes to get an easier angle, her body leaning against his. She could sense the shock in his body and she pulled back the second he kissed back. She felt alive and out of breath.

"Tell me more about your offer." She said and Natsu stared at her breathlessly for a second. Lucy tried to keep from giggling at the shocked expression on his face before he rolled his shoulders, regaining his composure he smirked.

"Of course." He said, holding his hand toward the limo. She smirked back at him, not knowing what was coming next but she was ready to take it head on as she got into the limo, Natsu following behind her.


Hey guys so this is something that I've had for a while that was kind of half way finished so I finished it up today bc why not. Anyway, this is a two shot at the moment and will be marked as completed. When I finish Rivals and Aye Aye Captain, I'm going to pick one one shot or two shot of mine and turn it into a longer/full story. After both AAC and Rivals are completed I'll post a list and let you guys vote on eligible ones that you want to see extended THE MOST. Winner of the selected ones will be chosen!

That being said please drop any comments concerns or questions in the comments below! Have a request? Comment or PM me and I'll see what I can do!