School starts next week T_T
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RECAP: Lucy Heartfilia was rescued from being sold as a slave by Natsu Dragneel also known as Salamander. With Boa locked in jail, Lucy and the other girls were set free. With no money and home, Natsu took Lucy to the school. Questions still hovered above us. Who are Natsu's parents? Why is he a Dragon? What does Lucy mean by 'I'm coming home'?
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Lucy purred under her mother's caress. Layla hummed softly with a smile. Her dear Lucy's getting bigger and her gifts are showing. Tears rolled down Layla's cheeks as the inevitable events are approaching and her little girls growing. She must protect Lucy with her life.
Lucy's eyes fluttered open when she felt wet warm water dripping from somewhere above. She found her mother's eyes shining with tears.
"Mama? What's the matter? Why are you crying?"
Layla smiled and wipe her tears away. "It's nothing Lucy… I-I have something to tell you…"
"A story?"
"Yes, a story. A Fairy tale…" Layla closed her eyes and took a breathe before she continued "There was a girl who was loved by everyone. She sang for them and magic arise. The girl sang for the Dragon King and he falls in love with her. But the girl is afraid of the Dragon King, his ruthless and spiteful. So she ran away to the land of fairies and was protected by them. Then, she falls in love with another man and the Dragon King vowed to destroy her and the man she loves, not only them but also the land of Fairies. But she fought for her friends and they defeated the ruthless King, but not completely, they sealed him. But still, they live happily ever after."
Lucy frowned after listening to the story. How come they lived happily ever after if the King is not dead?
Her question was answered by her mother, "They lived happily because the girl had a daughter, and she's the most wonderful gift she'd ever had"
She pinched her daughter's cheeks playfully causing her to squirm under the bed.
"I agree to that"
Their attention was brought to the tall blonde man who entered the room with a smile. He lowered himself on the bed to hug his wife and daughter.
"Jude darling, your back!" Layla kissed her husband's cheeks and lean her head to his broad shoulders.
"Papa! Mama told me a story!" Lucy exclaimed throwing herself to her father's arms.
Jude chuckled softly patting her daughter's blonde head. "Yes, with you squealing like that means only one thing. Now, if you excuse me, I have a job to do."
He placed identical kiss to his daughter and wife before leaving. Lucy pouted which cause Layla to giggle to her daughter's antics, she's using the pouty lip to persuade Jude not to go but failed for Jude only laughed and head to the door.
Once his gone Layla giggled messing her daughter's mane which cause Lucy to squirm with a smile. She took her mother's hands and placed it in between her own.
"Mama, can we go to this Land of the Fairies? I wanna meet Fairies!"
Layla sighed "We can't, not now but someday. Someday when you're strong enough to fight for your own. You'll love it there! I called it my home."
Lucy pouted clearly confused "but this is your home."
"Yes, Heartfilia is my home. But FairyTail is the place I've come from"
Igneel paced back and forth. It's dark already and Natsu's still gone. They send Gray to fetch him after finding out he brawled some Rogues and rescue a bunch of damsel in distress but Gray came back empty handed. He shouldn't have told him the truth. Yet again, if he didn't told him earlier he'll find it out himself and hate him more. Not to mention his daughter, Wendy, is so heartbroken that she's been crying like a waterfall. And now Grandinee's going to murder him if he won't take Natsu home. He sighed, frustrated of the events. The life of a Dragneel…
"What do you think Igneel, is he gone?"
Igneel turned his head to see the old small man entitled as a saint. Macarov is the dean of the school, powerful like a dragon but his known as one of the ten wizard saints which are the chosen mages who holds certain parts all over Fiore with the consent of the King. For Macarov, he has Magnolia and Tenroujima for him to keep. This has been going on for ages since the first Dean Mavis Vermillon.
Igneel ran his hands in his velvet hair before fully facing Macarov with a straight face.
"Natsu will be back, he may be a little sensitive which me know is a lie, He will be back. Families are everything to him."
Macarov nodded, he knows Natsu like a son "Yes, indeed. And this news upset him greatly. Do you think he will find him?" he raised a brow, asking for an answer.
"He will eventually. But with Fairy Tail's protection, he won't find Natsu so easily. Just like what happened before."
Both watched the night sky. Both reminiscing of what happened not so long ago when they protected Layla. Igneel smiled remembering the beautiful golden lady. He was smitten with her but his heart belongs to Grandinee. He once question Layla's choice of men for he knows that she's having a secret affair with a rich gentlemen who was kept secret by the beauty. Layla used to be scared every time until she came. Igneel winced painfully remembering her. She was a beauty, beauty that can rival that of Layla's. Like Layla, she loves to sing and both brought colors to these walls.
Macarov gazed at his old friend who's clearly troubled by something "Remembered her?"
Igneel nodded slowly "she's the only person we failed to protect."
As painful as it sounds, it's the truth. They failed to protect her, but they won't fail to protect the boy she left behind.
"It is painful to know that your children died before you. I lost my son, lost an angel who saved us from ourselves, lost Layla who passed away not to long ago, lost the young Lisanna… But I believe Lisanna's still alive, somewhere waiting to be rescued." Macarov gazed out on the open like his searching for someone.
Igneel smirked raising a brow "so that's why you send Laxus and his tribe away on a mission right?"
Macarov smirked back "Laxus is one scornful child but an obedient one none the less. His still pained by the loss of his father."
"I totally understand what he feels; I too lost my father in a young age." Igneel stated in a matter of fact tone.
"Yes, and you became a father to Natsu. Do what you must Igneel, Natsu must be spared from heart aches. Natsu's like my own grandson; I can't stand seeing him in sorrow again."
Igneel agreed but knows it's not possible, the boy's bound to be hurt both physically and emotionally, not be him or anyone else, but the truth itself.
"Do not tire yourself by thinking of the future Macarov my friend. Our problem now is where in hell is that boy?"
Macarov grin like he found something good "I believe the answer will be shouting to us any minute now…"
On cue, Macao barge into the room "MASTER! Natsu's back! With a girl!"
It was Igneel who gain his wits first "What!? I don't know his desperate enough to impregnate a girl in one day! I'm too young to become a granddad! Natsu's future is ahead of him! Macarov do something!" he shook Macarov violently.
"You're jumping into conclusions; let's go see the young man"
Igneel nodded frantically and followed Macarov out glaring at Macao who's clearly suppressing his laugh.
"Though I don't mind a mini Natsu running around the school"
With that Igneel stiffen while Macarov grinned mischievously.
"Natsu! What's that!?"
"That's a chair"
"Ohh! What's that!?"
"That's a vase."
"What's that!?"
"That's Gray's boxer- wait what? How did that get in here?"
Lucy beamed happily spinning a full circle. "Fairy Tail's awesome!"
Natsu grinned proudly "and you haven't seen the rest of it."
"Oh you mean Gray's boxer?" Lucy raised a brow suggestively.
"Hell no! Nothing's interesting in that guy! I'm bigger than him." Upon realizing what he said he turned red by the minute.
"I'll pretend I didn't heard the last one"
"Agreed"
There was an awkward silence before Lucy take note of the place. They arrive half an hour after the accident because Natsu insist to travel on foot which greatly confused Lucy because it's faster to take a vehicle.
Lucy was astonished by the size of the School. The front building held the Fairy Tail mark and standing alone behind the brick wall extending over miles. When they go through the first building, Lucy was greeted by large school buildings and gardens. They made their way to a bigger building which held the sigh 'Administration' where the Dean resides. She also found out that the girls' dorm is located on the right side of the school in a place called Fairy Hills. The boy's dorm is on the opposite side. Natsu told her it's not really necessary to stay on dorm and only those who pay for tuition can stay at the dorm for free. And she has no money so she has to rent an apartment.
They entered the building and were greeted by man in his 40's or such. He introduced himself as Macao Conbolt, a mage working in the school. Though he did not specifically tell Lucy what his job but he led them to a room much to Natsu's annoyance. He seemed to know every person in that place confirming Lucy's suspicion that his close with the Dean.
Lucy was brought back to the present by the door. She swallowed the lump on her throat as the door opened and two men came. The taller man is definitely attractive even in his age. The years have been good on him with his red hair neatly combed to the side of his head, his eyes are mossy green almost brown and body built for war. The smaller man is much older than the taller one. His hair is white and his half her size. Though in his age, Lucy can see the twinkle of youth and mischief in his eyes which made her more comfortable.
"Yo Jii-chan! This is Lucy and-."
"I-Impossible" Igneel murmured his eyes bulging out.
Lucy was taken aback by their expression. They're not referring to Natsu but her. Macarov reached out for her and gave her a hug.
"Welcome dear… We're not expecting you but we're glad you're here."
Lucy smiled. So it's true, Fairy Tail is really a welcoming place unlike her past abode and- she felt a hand gripping her butt.
"Eeeeeekkk!"
"Oi Jii-chan, what are you doing?"
Macarov let go of Lucy with a grin. "Ohohoho, you've grown to be one gifted child dear."
The tall one straightened his posture and glare at Macarov "And she's not a toy to your perverted thoughts Macarov. Now, Let Natsu talk and explain why he skipped school, burn down a building and brought a girl home"
Natsu brought his gaze on Lucy who gave him a reassuring nod. "Let's see, where do I start… It all begun when…."
"Uwaaaaaaahhhh! I miss Natsu-nii!" Wendy cried loudly causing Gray to cringe lightly.
"Don't worry Wendy-chan, it hasn't been a day, Natsu will come home soon." The blue haired petite girl reassured.
Wendy sobbed and look up to see Levy's worried face. "B-but, Natsu-nii said his angry and disappointed to us."
"Naah, he didn't mean that." Levy reassured, sympathizing the dark blue haired girl.
"His just acting like shi-."
A red hair beauty hit Gray's head causing him to mutter an 'Oww' "Language Gray. Wendy, Natsu will be back. He just need time to think. He'll be back before midnight I can assure you."
Wendy nodded softly still stifling a sob. She loves her brother so much blood relative or not. His been with her at her worst and she can't deal to lose him now.
Erza gobbled her strawberry cake before standing up and place both her hands on her hips "We need to go. The dorms will close past curfew." Her words intended to both Levy and Gray who both nodded in agreement.
On cue, a beautiful lady entered the room from the kitchen with refreshments. "Leaving already Erza-san? You guys should stay for dinner."
"Thank you for your hospitality Grandinee-san but we need to go." Erza simply said with a bow.
"Oh." Grandinee frowned lightly, understanding the consequences then brought her attention to Gray "Happy's staying with you tonight Gray-kun? His been bawling like Wendy and might disturb you."
"Naah… He won't leave Natsu's apartment and seeing that I'm next door, someone need to feed the cat."
Grandinee bowed in gratitude "I thank you then. But I suggest he comes home so we can keep an eye on him."
Gray smiled softy and nodded "I'll send him the message."
With that, they walk out of the house to Gray's car. Wendy peaked out of her room and wave at them causing them to wave back. Soon, they entered the silver Ferrari; Gray at the driver's seat, Erza on the passenger seat and Levy at the back.
Silence engulfed the car while Gray drove to Fairy Tail. He lowered the air conditioner upon seeing Levy shiver lightly.
"Were do you think he is now Gray? You said he requested you to leave right?" Levy asked making herself comfortable.
"He requested himself to leave. But I don't know really. Maybe he found a rogue chick and his gone for good."
"Oh please Gray, enough with your silly ideas." Erza bellowed making Gray stiffen. "We know Natsu the best. The last time I've seen him so depressed was the time we lost Lisanna. He moved on a couple of months later. He'll do the same now…"
"That's it… you beat some thugs and brought her home. I expected some cliché teenage love story and how did you get pregnant"
Lucy chocked on her own spit while Natsu blushed like a tomato and spoke at the same time.
"What the hell Oyaji!"
"I'm not pregnant!"
"Damn! I could have sworn-."
Igneel was cut off by Macarov "Perhaps we jump into conclusions, again. Natsu, you have something to add?"
Natsu composed himself before answering. "Can Lucy stay? As a Student!"
"But the enrollees this year are past the limit of Mages we take and we can't afford to have ano-."
"Please Jii-chan! Lucy has no one to turn to and-."
Igneel cleared his throat before cutting in. "Natsu, let Master continue…"
Natsu slumped angrily at his sit with a childish frown which made Lucy giggle.
"we can't afford to have another student with our financial budget… but who cares, Welcome Lucy…" Macarov opened his arms taking Lucy into a hug.
"That's it. What was the fucking speech all about?"
Igneel tapped Natsu's shoulder before sitting beside his son. "It was heartwarming. Now, where would you let her stay?"
Natsu shrug frowning, he hadn't thought of that. He can't let Lucy stay at his apartment; it's his 'Bachelor' pad. And the money he earned every month from missions is enough for his and Happy's food budget. Not to mention the bills. Lucy can't stay at the dorm too. She's not a proper enrollee. The rent's high too, 100,000 jewels per month? How can she earn that!
"Haven't thought of it didn't you… I heard there's an apartment for rent in Strawberry Street, 70,000 jewels per month. She can borrow money from you in the mean time" Igneel tap his shoulders lightly "You brought her here, she's your responsibility."
"You make it sound like I made her pregnant. Anyway, Thanks Oyajii, I'll bring her there tonight."
"No funny business now, I don't want to be a young grandpa."
Natsu shook his head completely irritated. "What's with you and pregnancy!? I swear there will be no tiny me getting born this year or the next one or the next next one" he abruptly stand up and approach the jumping Lucy.
"Why do I feel like his wrong.?"
Tears weald up in Lucy's eyes as Macarov hand her the uniform. She gave him a teary smile and took the uniform with pride. She's a Fairy Tail student now!
"Welcome Lucy" the red haired guy who is Natsu's father greeted her.
She smiled back and bow to him lightly showing her gratitude. Natsu grinned showing his full set of white teeth and a pair of fangs before giving her a thumbs up. Not a moment later, Macao entered the room with a stamp like thing and papers for her to sign. Macao smiled at her and she smiled back.
Never in her whole life had she expected to be part of her mother's world. She thought nothing but loss and sadness when she died leaving her in a young age. Not only did she lose her mother but her father too. Memories she wanted to forget. Now she had something to look up to.
Lucy signed some papers stating her full enrollment in the school. Then Macarov brought the stamp to her right hand and press it lightly. A pink Fairy Tail sign appeared with a poof and she's officially a Fairy Tail student.
Lucy grinned widely before bringing the sign up to her face. "I'm an officially a Fairy Tail wizard!"
Natsu grinned back "Omedetto Lucy!"
Both pranced around the room like two kids on a birthday party. Igneel took the chance to talk to his friend who's grinning at the two dancing teenagers.
"~Fairy Tail Wizard~" (A/N: This is what they sang while prancing)
"Guess fate can be so tricky. Who have thought Layla would bring us her daughter."
Macarov raised a brow on Igneel "Though what confuses me, where is her father?"
Igneel turned back to the teenagers "That's something I cannot answer."
They stayed watching the prancing kids until Igneel concluded he has to leave.
"I'm leaving Natsu, It's getting late and Grandinee will have my head and yours. Where will you stay for the night?"
Natsu stopped prancing and face his father. "ah, my apartment. I left Happy there. I'll go home after I make sure Lucy's settled in."
Igneel smiled at his son's thoughtfulness, his damn proud of him.
"Now, send Lucy to her home Natsu."
Lucy hummed softly as they made their way to a street called Strawberry Street not far from the Academy. Natsu told her about this apartment which is 70,000 jewels per month. Expensive but better than the 100,000 jewels dorm and not to mention, Natsu's lending her money! She owes him big time. Natsu don't care though, it's from his father so his food budget's safe.
Natsu stared at Lucy whose humming softly. She's really one of a kind. The past few hours, he learned many things about her. She's curious but smart and definitely tough, yet she's awfully fragile like she's been through a lot. Natsu wants to be her friend, someone who'll be there for her in her times of need. He can't wait to introduce her to his friends.
His revere is disturbed by Lucy's sweet voice. "So, Igneel-san's your father right? Tell me about your family."
Natsu smiled softy, see? Curious. "My family's not so interesting. I have a little sister, Wendy-."
"The Sky dragon slayer!?" It was more of a statement than a question. Natsu chuckled softly watching the excitement in Lucy's eyes.
"Yes, My mom Grandinee-."
"The Sky Dragon!" she exclaimed loudly causing Natsu to let out a full blown laugh.
"You seemed to know my whole family. Why would you ask then?"
A pink tint appeared on Lucy's cheeks. "I'm just curious…"
"Yes you are, but they're not my only family you know." Natsu stated causing Lucy to stop walking and face him clearly confused, waiting for an answer with no question. "Fairy Tail's my family."
Lucy smiled softly regaining her stepping. "Of course, and now I'm a part of it." She said peaking under her lashes which mildly shine under the reflection of the moon.
Natsu gaped at the beauty before him. "Yes." He muttered absent mindedly, he regained himself and an embarrased grin broke out on his handsome face "A-anyway, were here."
Infront of them is a two storey house. Lucy smiled admiring the house itself. It might be a lot smaller than her first abode but it gave of a homey aura.
With finger crossed Lucy tapped the door. Minutes later, a small woman about Macarov's height came from the door. She's dressed in a skin fitting attire that didn't match her fatty appearance and she wore a prominent scowl.
Natsu's the first one to react. "Holy shit! You're hideous!"
Lucy glared at him while the woman scowled deeper before
"Thank you for the compliment but I don't need it." She glared at Natsu who broke on a sweat "Anyway, who requests for my presence and I hope it isn't you." She glared at Natsu again.
Lucy smiled softly hoping to give off a better impression. "It's me… I'm Lucy and I need a place to stay…"
The lady seems to buy it and her scowl softens. "Yes, please come in."
She led Lucy in and Natsu following her with Lucy's baggage. But before he can enter, the lady scowled at him and warned Lucy.
"You better find an alternate door for your boyfriend cause I won't let him in the front door."
Lucy let out a nervous laugh while Natsu swallowed a lump in his throat nervously.
Natsu opened the door of his apartment only to be greeted by the same messy place and a crying cat.
"Natsuuuuu~ I thought your dead!" The blue cat cried hugging Natsu who tap his head.
"Happy, I skipped school not dying…"
Happy cried louder "It's the same thing!"
Natsu laughed softly as he closed the door. He glances out to see Gray's car parked in his garage and his lights out. He let out a sigh and closes the curtain which is stained with different kinds of food. He really needs someone to clean his mess.
Happy seized his crying and stare at Natsu. "Natsu? You okay? Are you still affected of the adoption thingy?"
Natsu stiffen, he completely forgotten about his adoption! He was so caught up by the happenings and Lucy's arrival that he totally forgot about it! He smiled looking at the blue cat lovingly before nodding.
"I'm fine Happy." He then took the cat in his arms and places him above the littered table. "Guess what? I met someone special today and I want you to meet her!"
Happy's face lit up "Who is she?"
"Her name's Lucy Heartfilia and she's definitely good for the health."
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