A/N: Seems like you guys and gals really liked this, so here's the next and final part (I was going to add it anyway, but your lovely reviews encouraged me to update faster). In case you didn't know, this is rated T for Gajeel's potty mouth. It's just one word, but I rated it T just to be safe. Thank you for reviewing the first chapter, it really meant a lot: Saknicte, LiveTake, Neko-Chan2604, Suki, and Princess Auna. I also want to thank any future reviewers in advance. Oh, and don't forget to tell me how I did for my first GaLe fic!

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Natsu stared after the door Lucy ran out of in confusion, not fully comprehending whatever it was he did wrong. He was just playing ninja. When he saw Lucy sitting by herself at one of the tables, he just couldn't resist and decided to sneak up on her. He was just about to pop out and give his blonde girlfriend the scarin' of her life when Levy walked over and the two started conversing. Not being one to give up, he decided to stay in his hiding spot in order to pounce on another opportunity. Though, if he had to be honest, he didn't expect Levy to have feelings for Gajeel.

"Natsu. " Natsu's thoughts ceased at the call of his name, only to see that Gray and Erza were now standing in front of him. Gray was smirking at him, and Natsu scowled at him in response, knowing that Gray had something to say (as always). Erza, on the other hand, was giving him a disapproving look. Suddenly fearing for his life, he instantly took a step back as a precaution, knowing all to well that it was not wise to face the wrath of Erza.

"I really thought you couldn't get any more stupider, looks like you proved me wrong."

Natsu's head immediately snapped in the direction of Gray, a scowl on his face and the fear Natsu felt for his life was suddenly down the drain. Natsu then raised his right head, igniting his hand with flames. "Oh, yeah?! You wanna go, Gray?!"

Gray scowled, taking his hands out of his pockets as he took a step forward. "An' what if I do?!"

"Natsu. Gray. Enough." Erza sandwiched herself between the two of them, dealing each of them a hard blow to the head. "Now is not the time for such foolishness. Whether you know it or not Natsu, it was evident Levy did not desire anyone being aware of her feelings. You owe her an apology. If Levy does not receive an apology by tomorrow afternoon, you will have to be dealt with. Understood?"

Natsu nodded frantically, before quickly saluting to Erza and then running off, Gray following suit (but in a different direction), having no desire to have Erza's wrath turned on him.

"Oi! Salamander!" Gajeel's gruff voice called out, his tone full of aggravation and slight anger. He never would have thought that Levy would harbor any feelings for him past friendship. He never even thought they'd become friends, not after what he did to her. But Levy, eventually, came around, pushing what happened between them behind her. But to think that she could love him? "Love"...that word sounded so foreign on his tongue. Even so, this was not the way he wanted to find out, he wanted to find out for himself. From her.

Natsu stilled and turned around, only to see Gajeel striding towards him, a scowl present on his face. "Huh?"

"What the hell were you laughin' for, huh? Somethin' funny 'bout makin' Levy cry?"

Natsu laughed nervously, rubbing the back of his head with his right arm. "Sorry 'bout that." He said seriously. "I wasn't laughin' at Levy." He suddenly grinned, his brown eyes meeting Gajeel's red ones. "I was just laughin' at the fact that Levy could fall for an idiot like you."

Gajeel smirked, crossing his arms over his chest. "I could say the same 'bout you."

Natsu blinked for a moment before it finally set in what exactly Gajeel was talking about. "Oi!"

"Gihii. Idiot."

And with that Gajeel was out the door.

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"Levy, are you okay?" Lucy asked worriedly. Lucy was located at Levy's place, sitting by said person in the living room, trying her best to console the blue-haired girl. She hadn't stopped crying, and Lucy hated to see Levy cry. Levy was such an upbeat person, and with that being said, she usually got along with just about everybody in the guild. "I'm sure Natsu didn't mean it. I'm pretty sure Erza or Gray already knocked some sense into him by now."

Levy sniffled, smiling weakly as she wiped away her tears. "It's okay, Lu-chan. I-I just didn't want Gajeel to know yet. I wasn't ready. I don't even know how he feels."

Lucy smiled, causing Levy to look up at her in curiosity. "What?" Levy questioned.

Lucy smile grew wider, "I wouldn't be too sure about that, Levy. I think Gajeel has a thing for you, too. Mira and I were talking about it before I left with Natsu and the others, and Mira seems to agree with me as well."

Levy sighed as she shook her head, ignoring the swell of happiness she felt at thought of Gajeel returning her feelings. "It's always a possibility that he doesn't."

The blonde mage frowned. "I really don't like to see you so down...It's just not you." She admitted quietly. "Is there anything I can do to help? I feel like I haven't been much help."

"No, you have." Levy reassured as she shook her head. "Thank you for listening to me. I do feel slightly better, but if you don't mind...I just want to be alone."

"Of course. I understand. If you need anything, you know where to find me. I'll come check on you tomorrow, okay?"

The Solid Script mage nodded, a small smile visible. "Thanks, Lu-chan. I'll walk you to the door." Levy sparred a glance at the window before turning to face Lucy again. "Are you going to be fine walking home?"

"It's no problem, and of course, I'll be fine. It won't take long."

The two girls shared a hug after standing up, and then headed for the door, Lucy in the front, and Levy trailing behind her. When both girls reached Levy's front door, Levy opened it politely, and the cold air from outside immediately swooped in, causing both girls to shiver slightly. "Are you sure you'll be fine?" Levy questioned once more. "The temperature's dropping."

"I'm sure. Make sure you get some rest."

"Right."

Lucy flashed Levy another smile, before finally taking off. Levy then closed the door behind her friend, before locking it and heaving a sigh afterwards. 'Gajeel.' Levy thought to herself, 'This is not how I wanted you to find out. I wanted you to find out from me, when I eventually worked up the courage to face my feelings as well as you.'

Levy's stomach suddenly growled, reminding her that she hadn't ate since breakfast. Deeming it best not to go to sleep on a empty stomach, she headed for her kitchen, mentally running through the list of food she may have. As far as she was concerned, she should have at least have something to eat, but since she had a knack for almost constantly forgetting to buy groceries whenever she needed them, it was always a possibility that she had nothing. Unfortunately for her, when she did check her kitchen, she (sadly) found it empty.

'Great. Could my day get any more worse?'

She was certain that all the markets that sold groceries or any type of food for that matter, was closed by now. And the only choice she did have was to go out to eat at an nearby restaurant. The money wasn't exactly issue, in fact, it was just that people usually went to restaurants with other people, not alone. She'd look like a complete outcast if she did go alone, but at this point she was just too hungry to care. Perhaps, Lucy would like to join her? Lucy didn't live too far from the guild, so it wouldn't be that much an walk. Should she take a shower? Even though she took a bath earlier, she was pretty sure a quick shower wouldn't do any harm.

After entering her room and grabbing a clean change of clothes, she headed for her bathroom, and started the water up once she entered the bathroom. Then, after adjusting the temperature to her preferred setting, she stripped down and jumped in. About fifteen minutes later, Levy was out the bathroom and standing in the middle of her bedroom in a towel, staring at the variety of dresses and clothes she contained in her closest. Since she was just going for the sole purpose of being hungry, she opted to choose something simple, but decent enough to wear in a restaurant.

Before she could make a decision, a faint thump could be heard outside the door. Could that be Lucy? Could she have forgotten something? Deciding to check it out just to be certain, she threw on random clothes: gray, thin shorts and a yellow tank top. She then made her way towards the door, before easing it open, just enough to poke her head through.

Her eyes widened at who she saw, a blush immediately forming on her cheeks. He was the last person she expected to show up at her door. "G-Gajeel?" She questioned, opening the door a little more.

By the way his closed hand was hovering over her now open door, she thought it was best to assume that he was probably just about to knock on her door. She had no idea if he either just arrived, or had been standing outside her door for a while. Though, she thought it was most likely the latter since his red eyes were wide with what looked like shock. His expression was similar to that of a kid getting caught with his hand in the cookie jar by his parent.

As if finally realizing that Levy was standing in front of him, Gajeel shook his head, before clearing his throat and turning his head away for a moment, before turning it back to face her once more, blushing lightly. "Can, I come in?"

Levy nodded, at a loss for words, before opening the door completely and letting him in. She then closed the door after he entered, locked it back and then slowly turned around to face him, mentally willing her beating heart to stop pounding against her chest so loudly.

They stood in awkward silence for a while. Neither looking at the other, each avoiding the others gaze. Finally, after what felt like an eternity (which was only three to four minutes), Levy spoke up, fidgeting uncomfortably. "Listen," she started quietly, not able to bring herself to look him in the eyes, "I...I didn't want you to find out that way...I wasn't even ready to tell you how I felt...If you don't feel the same-"

" - Levy."

She felt two hands on either sides of her shoulder, and couldn't help but timidly bring her gaze up to meet his.

"I don't know how to say this, so I'm just going to be blunt; I feel the same way. I just didn't wanna say anythin'. I didn't even think you felt the same way to begin with."

Levy's eyes widened in shock, and before she could say anything, he continued, "but before you say anythin'." He paused, suddenly smirking. "I wanna hear how you feel 'bout me for myself."

Levy cleared her throat, dropping her gaze from his for a moment as well as trying to fight the blush from turning any darker. She then lifted her gaze up to meet his again. "I-I love you, Gajeel."

"Love you, too, Shrimp."

Levy tried her best to scowl at being called "Shrimp", but couldn't manage to do it. So instead, she settled for a glare. "Gajeel."

"Gihii."