As the beast charged towards me, I felt my body trembling. It's yellow beady eyes were locked onto me, the ground shaking with every step. I closed my eyes, not wanting to see my own death. Suddenly I felt something wrap around me tightly. I opened my eyes to see that Gray had saved me. I couldn't even describe how happy I was, how grateful.

"Thanks Gray," I said.

"You're welcome Lucy," he answered.

His arms were wrapped tightly around me. The coldness of his skin felt good against the heat that plagued this forest.

He sat me down several feet away and then turned to charge back into the fight. I reached out and my hand wrapped around his wrist to stop him before he went. The feel of his cool arm sent a shiver down my back.

"Wait Gray, hit its eye. The one is closed from when my whip hit it and if we manage to get the other eye, we could blind it and have an advantage," I advised.

He nodded, then charged forward. He used his lances once more to hit the demon in the eye causing it to cry out in pain. Its other eye closed and I inwardly cheered while pumping my fist. I couldn't believe it worked. The demon suddenly stopped moving.

We watched as its head moved from side to side as if it was searching for something. It turned in Capricorns direction then it leaped towards him. I was shocked to see that it was able to jump with such precision even though it's eyes were closed. Gray ran towards it and sent more lances its way.

The lances flew through the air and I watched with anticipation as they landed a direct hit but didn't even crack the skin and fell to the ground. Capricorn was now above the demon, leaping towards it and kicking it straight in the face. The demons face was pushed to the side from the impact but it still didn't seem to have an effect on it.

In anger, its tail flung around furiously. It smacked against Gray throwing him into a tree. The spikes on the tail dug into Gray's side . Blood was running down. I rushed over to him in a panic, no longer paying attention to the demon. All I was worried about was that Gray was alright. I fell to my knees next to him and lifted his shirt to get a better look at the wound.

It was deep and the blood was gushing out. Three long gashes lay across his abdomen as blood pooled out around him. They started on his ribs and dug their way to his stomach. I felt a lump forming in my throat, as my eyes started to water.

I just met him, yet I couldn't stand the idea of losing him. He was the closest thing I have ever had to a friend. Suddenly a large growl could be heard and I whipped my head back around to see the demon in the process of ramming into Capricorn.

"Capricorn!" I shouted with worry.

He stood back up, swaying slightly with exhaustion. I couldn't figure out how this demon even managed to find them without its eyes.

"But how?" I more asked myself then anyone.

"Our scent." Gray managed to gasp out.

I turned to him confused at first. It took me a second to understand what he was saying. But once I understood, I came up with a plan. I ran to the bag I always carry with me to grab out gauze. I need to atleast temporarily stop the bleeding so he can still fight.

I made my way towards him with the gauze in hand but stopped in place when he held his hand up to stop me. I watched as he tried to stand up and I ran over to help him dropping the gauze in the process. He put his arm around my shoulders to help stable himself as I held him up. I felt scared as I watched the blood running down from him, knowing that he couldn't have very much more left in his system.

He removed his arm from around my shoulder once he steadied himself and placed both hands over the wound. I watched in wonder as a blue light appeared. A chill ran over me as the air suddenly became colder. The light faded and he pulled his hands away to reveal that he sealed his wound using the ice.

It was an amazing feat and I could only imagine how much that had to hurt. He winced slightly as he stood straight, ready to get back into the fight. As if the beast could sense Gray heading in his direction, he head shot towards Gray as he charged forward this time wielding a beautifully crafted sword made of ice.

My heart was pounding as I watched Gray barely dodge the hit. Another second and Gray would have been fatally wounded. Several trees got knocked down as it rammed in Gray's direction. After a few failed attacks, it turned around and roared, its mouth hanging open revealing the sickeningly sharp teeth that gleamed there.

They had a light greenish tint to them which I could only assume was because of the poison. Its breath stunk enough to make anyone nauseous. I watched it's mouth still open with the drool running down, and then I realized something. Its mouth! We could attack it in the mouth where its not made of that thick skin.

"Gray, Capricorn, aim for the mouth!" I commanded.

They charged forward to follow what I told them but the demon snapped its mouth shut with a loud pop. It was like the beast could understand what we were saying. I watched from afar as Gray and Capricorn attack over and over again trying to opens its mouth. Nothing seemed to work. They were panting and I saw that sweat was pouring down their faces.

Gray had already removed his shirt by this point, his frozen gash visible. Even with such a wound he was still able to fight.

I had to help, standing around and just watching wont do anything. I grabbed my whip once more and flicked it towards the beast. My whip wrapped around the demons neck and I released some of my magic into it. A gold light started to makes its way down the whip, it looked like lightning. It spiraled and made its way closer.

Once it made contact the beast howled in pain, giving Gray and Capricorn the chance to attack. Gray used his ice to form what looked like a canon and shot at the beast, while Capricorn landed a hit to its jaw. The beast recoiled as I watched blood now running down its chin. It closed its mouth once more and jumped backwards. I clenched my fist in frustration, just a few more hits should do it.

I flicked the whip once more, this time wrapping it around the leg. I pulled as hard as I could and the beast fell, shaking the ground so much that I fell onto my knee. Its growl pierced the air once more. Gray and Capricorn charged forwards. This time I ran as well.

Capricorn landed a good punch as I lifted my arm into the air and closed my eyes. A golden magic circle appeared under me. The wind started to pick up as my hair was whipped around by it. A gold light formed around my fist as I pulled it down.

"Suta Hokori!"

My eyes shot open, as a beam of golden light shot into the beasts mouth. The light lit up the forest surrounding us and it looked like sparkles were shot towards the beast inside the light. This move is not my most powerful but it is effective. A beam of star dust flew towards my opponent. As my beam charged forwards, Gray ran up with his sword made of ice and sliced through its mouth and straight up through its nose.

The beast stood there as it's legs started to give out. Gray removed his hand from around the sword as the beast collapsed to the ground. It started to dematerialize as it landed. I shouted and pumped my fist in celebration of our win. Gray looked this way and a smile graced his lips. Capricorn had left and returned to the spirit realm. Gray and I high fived as we exchanged words and complements to how the other fought.

I felt proud of what we accomplished. And we worked so well together. We walked out of the forest into the cool night air. I didn't realize until now but the forest was void of any sort of breeze and I didn't see any animals any where. But now that we are out, the breeze felt nice against our sweaty skin. My clothes clung to my body, showing off my curves even more.

I couldn't help but silently cheer when in the corner of my eye, I saw Gray staring at me. His eyes traveled up then down and back again, and I wanted to shout out in glee but I didn't want him to think that I'm weird so I held back. We walked into the inn and I told him to follow me to my room. I had better supplies with my luggage. He sat down on the bed as I wrapped his chiseled abs and chest.

As my fingers brushed his muscles, I felt the heat rising to my face and I was glad that he couldn't see me. I didn't need him to know how flustered I was getting. The air surrounding us felt intimate as I realized that I was a teenage girl all alone in a motel room with a teenage boy.

I withdrew my trembling hands as I finished wrapping him with the gauze. I backed away slightly still not able to look at him. He laid back onto the bed and I walked to the luggage to put away the supplies. I stood facing away from him taking deep breaths in hopes of calming down my wildly beating heart.

I turned around when I heard light snoring to see that Gray had fallen asleep. His face was peaceful, and I walked closer to get a better look. He had a small smile across his face, and took light even breaths. The moonlight glistened on his face making his pale skin look almost white. I slowly moved him to lay fully on the bed. He shifted slightly as I moved him causing me to pause. I didn't want to awaken him.

When I finally finished moving him, I went around to the other side and sat down. I played back everything that had happened today. From my meeting with Gray, to speaking with the requester. Our conversations and the fight with the beast, lastly coming here where I could treat his injuries. He is a very talented mage and I couldn't believe how lucky I was to have met him.

I thought about how impressive Gray was today, his attacks fierce yet beautiful in their own way. My eyes were getting heavy, and slowly my body took over, feeling my back laying against the bed as I started to drift asleep.

I awoke to the sound of someone calling my name. I felt a cool hand land on my shoulder and gently shake me.

"Just a few more minutes," I whined.

The voice called my name once more and I realized that the voice sounded familiar. I started to wonder what guy would possibly be in my room, when my mind was finally free of my sleepy haze. There is a guy, in my room, on the bed next to me.

"KYAAAAA!" I shouted and I didn't get a good look at who it was before I landed a round house kick to his jaw. The guy flew into the wall leaving a large dent there. When I finally opened my eyes, they landed on the dark haired ice mage.

"Oh shit, I am so sorry Gray!" I apologized as I ran over to him.

"What the fuck was that about?" he questioned.

"I'm sorry, I am just not used to be awoken in a long time and I kind of freaked out when I realized there was some guy in the room with me. In the haze of just waking up, I forgot about the events that took place yesterday," I explained.

He looked at me for a minute and I watched as the aggravation melted away from his face.

"It's okay, I'm used to it."

I started to wonder what happens where he lives to make him used to things like this happening. I brushed it off and grabbed some clothes out of my bag to shower.

"I'm jumping in the shower, I'll be out in a few," I informed and he nodded.

Walking into the bathroom I noticed that the once white walls were yellowing. Some of the tiles on the floor were cracked and the mirror was busted as if someone had punched it. My feet landed on the cold tile as a shiver passed through me. I quickly slipped out of my clothes after double checking to make sure the door was locked.

The hot water running down my back felt like a spa right about now. It was relaxing, and I just stood under the water letting the heat work out the soreness in my muscles. The only thing that would make this better right now would be a bath. That or an actual spa.

I finished bathing and changing then walked out while towel drying my hair so that Gray could use the bathroom.

"You can go in now."

"Alright thanks," he responded.

When I finished getting ready, I walked over to the bed and sat down to wait for Gray. At least I know he is a gentleman. He slept in the same room, even the same bed with a girl yet didn't try anything. Well either that or he could be gay. I doubt it's the latter though because I know I saw him checking me out on the way back to the motel.

We were now walking down to the lobby, and Gray was for once fully clothed. At least he looks good with or without a shirt. We made our way to the train station as my heels clicked with every step. I subconsciously started humming to an unknown tune and Gray didn't seem to mind.

"Hey Lucy."

"Yeah Gray?" I asked.

"Would you be interested in joining us?" He questioned.

I stopped walking and stood completely still. Was he asking, what I think he is asking? Only one way to find out.

"Join what?"

"Fairy Tail of course," he answered.

Yup, my dream has officially come true. I can't believe I was invited to join the number one guild in Fiore! Mama, if you could see me now!

"I would love that, but are you sure it's okay?"

"Of course."

I was excited yet nervous at the same time. What if I wasn't strong enough? Or if I didn't fit in? What if they don't like me?

"Don't worry, you'll be accepted with open arms and you'll fit in just fine," he reassured me, as if he knew what I was thinking.

I nodded feeling slightly better.

We were now on the train and Gray was telling me about all of his extraordinary adventures. Some truly breathtaking while others could send a chill down your spine.

I laughed at some of the memories he shared with me, about the fights that he says him and this Natsu have. I really couldn't wait to see them in action. The closer we got the more excited I was. And by the time the train pulled into the Magnolia stop I felt like I was going to burst.

Complete bliss filled me as I looked around Magnolia, I couldn't help but think about how many famous mages have traveled this road. How many famous mages were in the guild that I was heading to. The town had a cheerful and busy air. The streets were clean and full of families. People bustling in and out of shops, to and from where ever they were coming from, all with a mission of their own.

Everyone seemed so happy and it was a peaceful town. I could definitely get used to this. It made me wonder why I never came here before, but I just shrugged and kept looking around in amazement. Suddenly a building started to reveal itself in the distance. As we got closer I was able to make out the orange flag that held the Fairy Tail insignia on it.

The building was three stories high, with white outer walls, bronze shingles and a bronze door. There was green pillars on each side of the door holding up a sign made of wood that had a fairy on each side and in the middle it said Fairy Tail.

I looked at the building with admiration. This is the place I have been dreaming of since I was little and here I am. I finally made it, Mama. My grin grew twice in size as I stood looking up at the sign, awestruck. I heard Gray chuckle next to me but I was too ecstatic to care.

I saw Gray move foreward in the corner of my eye and I let my eyes fall to him. He pushed open the large intimidating doors and I could immediately hear all kinds of chatter and laughter coming from inside. It just sounded like it was a fun place and I thought that nothing could get better than this.

He walked inside and I followed as all eyes fell upon me. Silence covered the hall.