Heya! Back with another probably short chapter before I head off to work. I'm glad to see people enjoying the story already. and thank you PheonixHunter42, a guest who told me my writing was inspirational. It makes me super happy to hear that! I hope you also enjoy this newer chapter just as much!

"What do you mean 'They're your childhood friends'?! Why have you never mentioned this Levy-chan! And you know I can't deal with it." I rambled, It's true I can stand up for myself against girls, but, not being prejudice against guys or anything but I'm completely terrified of them. I can't talk to them at all without shaking, whispering or something.

"Lu-chan calm down, You'll be fine. Your dad stopped didn't he? Why are you still so terrified they'll hurt you?" Levy asked calmly, I winced at the words she'd said realizing I'd told a lie to my friend the beginning of our second year.

"um, I-I don't know... Maybe my brains just still trained to fear them?" I said awkwardly,

"Lu-chan. He has stopped right?" Levy asked in a completely serious tone, her eyes staring up straight into mine.

"...Yes" I hesitated.

"You hesitated." A gruff male voice sounded, no, shit, no.

"I-I didn't." I spoke holding my forearm looking to the floor.

"Gajeel! I told you to wait for me to bring her in!"Levy said irritably but smiled at him none the less.

"Levy-chan" I said my voice shaking,

"We'll talk about your hesitance later, but now your coming to meet my childhood friends!" LEvy said grabbing my hands and dragging me further into the room where Natsu, Gray and Loke were arguing. Their loud voices made me flinch with every word they spoke.

"Oi! Knuckle heads! Levy and her friend his here!" Gajeel growled at them.

They composed themselves quickly and looked towards the small bluenette with big smiles. I stood slightly further behind her trying to hide my presence.

"Levy! Great to see you again! It's been so long!" Loke said smiling, he hugged her and I noticed Gajeel look slightly irritated at that fact,

"Nice to see you too Loke! It's been around 5 years since you all left. It was quite lonely without having you noisy bunch around me all the time." Levy giggled.

'Maybe while they all converse I could escape?' I thought as I began slowly backing away.

"Where d'ya think yer heading bunny girl." Gajeel said as my back bumped into his chest.

"U-Um..." I shivered and moved away from him quickly.

"Oh Lu-chan! Were you trying to escape? It's hard to do that with these guys here trust me, come here I want you to get along with everyone!" Levy said in a perky way, She smiled and looked me in the eyes, I could tell she knew I was lying to her earlier and wanted to help me.

She dragged me to the center where Gray, Loke and Natsu stood. Gajeel following behind and stood next to his band members.

"Your the girl in our class that was singing earlier!" Natsu blurted out, I looked at him in horror at the secret he had just yelled out.

"Oh Natsu, you're mistaken, Luce hasn't sung for years! Her father banned music and her from creating music years ago!" Levy said with a smile.

I knew she wasn't lying, thats what I told her. It's true that is what my father did but... I still sung when I was sad or lonely. It made me feel closer to my mother. If anyone knew that I was singing my father would soon find out and I'd be severely punished like when I did anything wrong or if I got a lower than my average score in any of my classes.

"I think your friend is lying to you Levy. I know it was her!" Natsu said indifferently looking at me with a determined gaze,

"Lu-chan?" Levy looked at me with concern. Brilliant. Now I have to tell her.

" It's true, I was singing. what I told you about it being banned is true but, I still sing if I'm upset. It makes me feel closer to her. I'm sorry I lied to you but if he found out in any way..." my quiet talking drifted off, I didn't want to talk about it in front of these people.

"Lucy you slut bag! What did we tell you about going near them!" Sorano yelled.

"Great, The anti Lucy squad appeared." Levy mumbled under her breath.

"I didn't go near them, I just met my friend and they happened to be here, I'm leaving now. Geez keep your plastic tits on." I sighed smiling at Levy and leaving the room.

I guess it couldn't get any worse. They can't exactly do anything in school and they wont see me after school so I'm safe for now. Levy and the four boys seemed to be held back in the music room by the trio and I went to class and stayed there for the rest of the day not even moving to go eat lunch, not like I was hungry anyway. The group of guys asked if I'd join them with Levy and I had told them I'd be there soon but made and excuse after I didn't go saying the anti-me squad kept me here.

Soon enough it was finally time for me to go back to the lonely mansion I had been cast away to. To live on my own and live as a 'respectful' teenager. Really my father just couldn't stand the sight of me, he hated the fact that I resembled my mother in almost every way, every way except her kind attitude. I made my way quickly to the annoyingly noticeable limo where my driver, Capricorn was waiting. I got in and told him to wait for Levy who I'd told to meet me here. She soon got here and jumped into the car.

"Heya Lu-chan! Why didn't you meet us at lunch?!" Levy asked as soon as she go in, Capricorn started to drive and even from the school quiet far away from my home I could still clearly see the disgustingly large building.

"I wasn't too hungry and I didn't really want to mingle with your childhood friends, I'm sorry Levy. I've lied to you so much and kept you in the dark. You must hate me." I mumbled looking at her face with watery eyes.

"No Lu-chan, you did it so I wouldn't worry or get involved. C'mon, lets go to yours and talk more!" Levy said hugging me tightly,

"Are you okay with going to mine, we can't play music, or anything. It's so quiet there" I said as her small arms held me closer.

"Yep! I love Aquarius' cooking! And I'm sure we can get around that one rule, Dont you think so too Capricorn?" Levy said looking at Capricorn who just smiled and nodded.

As soon as we entered the big house you could tell it was only me and a few maids that lived here. It was completely empty other than a few decorative flowers and expensive vases.

"To your room!" Levy exclaimed dragging me to where my room is.

We both changed from our school uniform and into our comfiest pajama's. Levy always left a few spare clothes here as she often stayed round on a few school days as well as weekends. While I was explaining everything truthfully to Levy, Aries my shyest maid opened to door.

"Aries! Nice to see you!" Levy said smiling widely.

"Nice to see you too miss McGarden. U-Um sorry miss Lucy, you have visitors." Aries said shyly with a light bow.

"Alright! Tell them I'll be right down. I should probably change!" I said with a large smile upon my face.

Aries bowed a left the room silently. While me and Levy changed into something a little less comfy and more... presentable. We walked and talked and as soon as we got to the top of the stairs I froze slightly to see My father and two boys stood behind him, I let out a small sigh and smiled brightly.

"Ah! Father! Welcome! I didn't know you were coming today. If I'd have known I wouldn't have invited miss McGarden to study with me." I spoke softly as we descended the large stair case.

"Lu-chan what do I do, I've never talked to your father before." Levy whispered inconspicuously as we walked towards them.

"Just be courteous." I replied before we got to the three men.

"Good evening Mr. Heartfelia." Levy said with a small bow, I curtsied with my skirt.

"Good evening, father." I spoke softly looking him in the eyes, I hated making eye contact with him, his eyes always seemed full of hatred and anger and disappointment whenever he looked at me.

"Lucy, You remember your older brother Sting correct?" My father spoke ignoring our greetings, great he's in a bad mood.

"I do, Good evening Sting." I said with a small curtsy. He nodded in my direction and the man behind him bowed slightly.

"This is his friend Rogue Cheney, son of a good investor of ours. They will both be staying here with you so be good to them. That is all. Good night, and miss McGarden, remember we do not allow music in this house hold." My father spoke with a tone that seemed fierce and tired,He then exited the house.

I heard Levy let out a loud breath of air. I smiled awkwardly at the two boys before remembering I hadn't greeted them into the house.

"Excuse the late welcome, but welcome to the house, I hope you can make yourself at home." I said bowing to them.

"Nice to see you again Lucy. It's been a while." Sting said reaching his hand to ruffle my hair which I flinched at.

"You don't have to act uptight around us. Only when our parents are present." Rogue said softly, they both looked exhausted.

"I'll get Scorpio to show you around. I'm sorry you have to come live in this boring old mansion. As father said. We aren't allowed any music here." I said sadly, I then got Scorpio who with slight annoyance showed them where they would be staying.

Me and Levy went back to my room and we changed back into our pajama's, it was a rest day at school tomorrow as the next day we had an event to welcome the new students so we stayed up until midnight before Levy sighed.

"Please sing something. You don't have to do it loud but please let me hear your voice at least once." Levy pleaded, I know she's always wanted to hear me sing so I did.

"Alright. Here's a lullaby my mom sung to me when I was small." I smiled.

Soft kitty
Warm kitty
Little ball of fur

Happy kitty,
Sleepy kitty
Pur pur pur

Levy smiled as we lay on the floor,

"You're voice is so pretty. I wish you were allowed to do it more." Levy sighed as her eyes drooped closed.

"Me too." I sighed before I too fell asleep waiting for tomorrow to come.

Well I hope you liked it!