Merry Christmas everyone this is your Christmas present from experimenter19
also as some pointed out Natsu was TOO strong, I was going to make him weaker than he though by I decided against it for reasons you'll find out in this story
For the first time, Minerva was without a doubt conflicted at what the hell just happened; her blush didn't help at all.
Why? for one she liked the fact that the man bowing before her apologizing walked straight up and kissed her out of the blue, compared if anyone else who did this, she would show them the error of their ways.
"What's your name," Minerva said fighting off her blush.
"N-Natsu Dragneel," Natsu manages to say with fear in his eyes.
"Of fairy tail," Minerva said after recognizing the name from the group of mages that were reported dead seven years ago.
"And yours," Natsu said shakily
"Minerva Orland now why did you kiss me," Minerva said as her blush started to die down
"Ah this isn't the place for it," Natsu said with all his willpower before grabbing her hand and dragging her away to someplace more private.
Minerva for once didn't fight back because he did have a point since people were staring at them.
Volcanic Wasteland
"Natsu I hope I don't regret augmenting your power this quickly, if what the one called Jellal said is true, with the eclipse on its way someone has been powering up the eclipse gate. The power I gave you should give you the edge to stop the calamity to come, Toma you fool, and you call yourself a king," Igneel thought to himself.
With Natsu
After several minutes of walking Natsu and Minerva plus Happy found a very spacious area on the outside of the village.
"Happy your gonna have to leave to give us some privacy," Natsu said
Happy was about to say something when he was engulfed in greenish magic before disappearing.
"Don't worry he's fine; now we have that privacy we wanted?" Minerva said in slightly seductive tone having a good idea why Natsu kissed her.
"Ok then," Natsu said with gulp picking up on her tone.
Several minutes later
Natsu Could only look away after he was done talking knowing how Minerva would react to her being his mate.
What he wasn't expecting was for Minerva pull his head to face her only to lock lips again.
"We have a couple of dragon slayers in my guild, so I have a rough idea of what going through your head right now," Minerva said with a wink.
"Are you participating in the games," Natsu said hesitantly.
"Yes but I have one more job to do so I won't be there the first two days, but the games don't start for another 15 days, so we have time to get to know each other," Minerva said still retaining her tone.
"I'm drawing a blank on how to progress from here, so your guess is as good as mine," Natsu said
"My next job doesn't start for another five days so why not spend that time with each other" Minerva said as she rested her head on his shoulder.
Internally however she's beside herself with how she is acting around him, she's usually the cold exterior calculating type, but the man before was causing a radical change in behavior.
"This must be from the fact I'm in the presence of my mate as he put it," Minerva thought to herself.
"Ah can I have Happy back now," Natsu said
"Oh right here you go," Minerva said as brought Happy back from parts unknown.
"Happy you okay," Natsu said
"Yeah I'm fine you caught me off guard there, so when are we heading back to the guild" Happy said
"Yeah about that I'm gonna stay with her for a bit since the games don't start for another 15 days you said," Natsu said facing Minerva.
"Yes, so we gonna spend five days getting to know each other I don't know about you though," Minerva said facing happy.
"Yeah I think I'm gonna go on ahead since I'm pretty sure all I'm gonna be is a third wheel," Happy said
"Ok but be careful Happy," Natsu said
"Hey, your not the only one who was training" Happy said with a glare.
"So it shouldn't take you that long to get back," Natsu said smirking.
"Hey Minerva thinks you can spare me some jewel for food on the way home," Happy said causing Minerva's eyebrow to twitch.
"I am not a charity but if it means you leaving then fine, next time you're on your own" Minerva said sternly.
"Why does Natsu always attract scary ladies" Happy thought to himself as before nodding to Minerva terms
"Have a safe trip buddy," Natsu said
"Don't be late," Happy said before flying off.
"So ah what do we do now," Natsu said shakily.
"Well there is still some open rooms at that Inn I was staying at," Minerva said as she leans on him making sure her bust is firmly pressed against his side.
Right now Natsu instincts were telling him to take her now but didn't as someone could pass them by at any moment.
Minerva, on the other hand, stopped fighting her other side as it was a losing battle that and she wants to see if this dragon slayer strength for battle translates in the bed.
"That doesn't seem like a bad idea, but you'll have to pay since I don't have any jewel on me since I been training for the games," Natsu said with a nervous chuckle.
"That's fine," Minerva said before making her way back to the inn with a notable sway of her hips.
"Erza's gonna kill me when she finds this out," Natsu thought to himself as walked alongside her.
In the room
As soon as the door close Minerva undid her dress leaving her in nothing but her black panties with a look of lust in her eye
"Minerva What are you doing?," Natsu said as his manly desires started to awakened at the sight before him.
"I want to see if you're as strong in the bed as you are in battle," Minerva said seductively.
"don't you think we're going a little fast" Natsu said unable to tear his eyes from her body
His eye scanned all over her body from her flawless skin to her supple ass and finally her impressive bust with no restraints.
"As you said were mates, why wait," Minerva said as she struggles to keep her lust from clouding her judgment.
"Aren't girl usually very protective of their chastity?" Natsu said as sweat rolled down his forehead.
"You are a rarity amongst men Natsu Dragneel," Minerva said
"How so?" Natsu said
"Most men would jump at this opportunity before them, but you," Minerva said
"What?" Natsu said nervously as he was nearing the limit of his self-control
"know how to show woman respect when they're in a vulnerable state like I am," Minerva said as she embraced Natsu making sure the put as much force as possible on her bust.
"Please stop that I don't know how much longer I can control myself," Natsu said is pleading voice.
His hopes where in vain as she brought one of his hands to her left breast resulting in a moan from the woman as he instinctively squeezed the soft flesh.
"You want this don't you," Natsu managed to say
"Yes and since I'm your mate it's only natural we do this as I'm not one to wait around," Minerva said
"I hope I don't regret this" Natsu said
"You won't ….I'll make sure of that" Minerva said in a sultry tone.
Two hours later
"Damn" Natsu mumbled resting on the bed he just shared with his lover with his arm wrapped firmly around her waist.
Minerva had her body pressed against his side with her head using his chest as a pillow absorbing his warmth.
"You never told me the name of your guild," Natsu said
"You'll find out at the games, but I'll leave you with this we can be rather ruthless," Minerva said with a smirk.
"How ruthless," Natsu said in a concerned tone
"Well before today I would show no mercy, but now I suppose I can play nice but only to fairy tail, after all, I want to stay on your good side," Minerva said lovingly.
she glanced down to see a small flame parallel with her guild mark on the adjacent side on her waist.
"The mating mark looks good on you," Natsu said with a smirk.
"I can only image Sting and Rogue reaction to this mark," Minerva said.
"Who are they again," Natsu said
Minerva told Natsu about Sting and Rogue and how there her guilds dragon slayers and pride themselves on killing their parents.
"That horrible how could they do that" Natsu said fiercely.
"Calm down dragon boy I can tell your strength dwarf them by a mile so chin up," Minerva said
"Thanks, I needed that," Natsu said smirking.
(Scene Change)
Those five days with Minerva was the best time in his life thus far and before they parted ways for now, but made to sure to fuck one last time before the games.
He learned a lot about her in that time, and likewise, she learned about him the only problem was she didn't mention her guilds name, but he will find out soon enough.
Natsu was entering magnolia unaware of his team predicament but that won't be for another five days.
"Yo I'm back," Natsu said as he entered the guild hall.
"Natsu I'm surprised you're the first one back," Makarov said
"I am I figure Laxus and the thunder Legion would be here," Natsu said
"No they won't be back for at least three more days," Makarov said
"A week before the games, that sounds like Laxus," Natsu said with a smirk.
"Yo Natsu you're not the only one who been training these past three months, so are you ready for a rematch," Max said with a smirk.
"I'm ready but can keep up," Natsu said as Let his magic run wild like Gildarts did during the S-class trial but didn't include his second origin.
"On second thought," Max said
"Smart move oh and one more thing," Natsu said smugly as hand became engulfed in fire and lightning magic.
"Natsu …...I'm so proud of you those 30,000 million jewels will be ours," Makarov said with a grin.
"What about number one spot," Natsu said with a smirk.
"Erza still training, remember," Makarov said getting chuckles all around.
"Natsu your back" Happy said as he tackled Natsu to the ground.
"Sup buddy told you I'd be back," Natsu said
"So how was Minerva," Happy said
"What's this Natsu has a Lady friend," Makarov said with a grin.
"I'm surprised you didn't tell them Happy," Natsu said
"I got a bad feeling from Her when she gave me food money, so I kept my trap shut about it" Happy said
"Good thing Erza isn't here," Natsu said
"So mind filling us in on this Lady friend of your Natsu, my boy," Makarov said getting nods of agreement from other members that were present.
Natsu raised his hands in defeat knowing it was pointless but made sure to leave out specific details.
"All we have to go off is their guild is ruthless," Max said
"Yep now we have a problem since we're in separate guilds," Natsu said trailing off.
"We might be able to get a new member of the guild," Max said grinning.
"Or lose one instead," Makarov said with a glare.
"Oh, right forgot about that" Max said unable to shake Makarov's glare.
"Gramps please tell me you're not considering that," Natsu said as a shiver ran down a spine.
"I don't know Natsu but for now will keep this between everyone present AM I CLEAR" Makarov boomed near the end.
"Yes Sir," everyone said in unison.
"That goes double for you Happy," Makarov said
"Oh come on," Happy said
"Happy how many time have you sold me out for a fish," Natsu said with a grin
Happy didn't respond as he just looked the other way getting chuckles all around.
"Natsu we'll talk about this later but get ready for the games we're gonna need it," Makarov said
"Got it, Gramps," Natsu said
Three Days Later
"All that's left is Erza's group," Makarov said
"Natsu bet I'm more of a man than you," Elfman said cockily.
"On really Gramps mind if I show him," Natsu said smugly.
"Take notes Kids," Makarov said with a grin as he gave Natsu a thumbs ups.
"There no way Natsu stronger than me after the training I went through," Elfman said fiercely
"Elfman you should quit while you're ahead," Max said
"This I got to see," Laxus said from his booth with the thunder legion curious from Laxus's choice of words.
"I bet I'm stronger," Gajeel said with a grin.
At this Natsu Let his magic run wild as before not using his second origins as he doesn't want to give away his trump card.
Magic power Natsu was giving off caused several to start trembling from fear none more so than Elfman who quickly went to his knees.
"Still think your stronger Gajeel" Natsu said activated his Lightning flame powers to erase any doubts.
The room fell silent after his terrifying display power none more so than Elfman.
"I think I finally found someone who can give me a challenge," Laxus said
"Is that a request?" Natsu said grinning like a madman
"Maybe," Laxus said
"No fighting" Makarov said
"Oh come on Gramps," Natsu said
"The games are a week away, and I don't risk you two being out of commision if we're gonna win," Makarov said firmly.
Natsu and Laxus shared a sad look and surprisingly the rest of the guild since most of then wanted to see who would come out on top.
"You Know Erza is gonna punish Natsu as soon as she gets back for going on his own, are you gonna stop that too," Happy said
"Hmm I doubt Erza would be able to do anything to Natsu since Laxus recognizes Natsu newfound strength, but knowing her she might have tipped the scales in her favor since we haven't gotten word from them for some time," Makarov said in a thinking manner.
"Wait are you saying their missing" Natsu said in a concerned voice
"Normally I would say yes, but they have Erza with them, so it's nothing to worry about," Makarov said
"Guess your right, I got a bad feeling about this since we haven't heard from them since everyone started training," Natsu said
"I have it too," Mira said
"You forget Erza with them they'll be fine," Laxus said
"True we can only hope they make it in time," Mira said
"Well I'm going to fix my house in the meantime come on Happy" Natsu said as left the guild.
A few days later
Natsu was laughing his ass off right now after hearing about all the lost time Erza and the other got from the mustache guy.
"Yeah, but we got a power boost thanks to an old friend," Gray said cockily unaware Natsu got the same boost as them.
"Power boost or not I doubt you can match me," Natsu said as he once again showed off his mastery of lighting fire mode.
"I didn't see this happening" Lucy said in shock.
"Still think you're strong enough now," Natsu said as he let off on his magic.
The only one from the group who wasn't shaken by this revelation was Erza as she still needs to punish him.
"I'd take his word for it since Laxus admitted he could give him a challenge," Makarov said with a massive grin since Natsu mention he got his second origin unlocked three months prior of them.
Erza couldn't hide her shock after hearing this but pushed through as he still needs the be punished.
"Someone still needs to be punished for leaving us," Erza said fiercely.
Erza didn't give Natsu a chance to respond as she requiped sword and charged Natsu intending to show him the error of his ways.
What Natsu did next sent shockwaves throughout the guild, just as Erza was about to make contact with her sword it was stopped dead in its tracks.
Natsu caught her sword one-handed inches away from his face with a smug grin.
"Looks like the tables have turned Erza," Natsu said before breaking the sword in two by slashing at it with his free hand.
"Erza that's enough with 30,000 jewel, I mean number one guild is on the line you two fighting could jeopardize that," Makarov said with a glare.
"Fine will settle this after the games," Erza said firmly.
"If you're waiting till after the games then I want to fight Natsu as soon we get back" Laxus declared
"No problem here," Natsu said with a smirk.
(Scene Change)
Right now Natsu is face to face with the now named Sting Eucliffe with his counterpart Rogue Cheney.
"Minerva was right they can be ruthless at least I know the name of her guild, and her hunch of me being stronger is correct," Natsu thought with a smug look succeeding is pissing off Sting.
"What you think you're stronger than me Natsu," Sting said
"Think I know," Natsu as he grabbed hold of Sting's forearm and channeling some of his magic into.
A look of horror shot across sting face getting worried looks from his counterpart part and exceeds.
"Still think I'm weak," Natsu said
Sting just looked away before he had to get to his lodging dragging his counterpart with him.
"What was that about Natsu," Erza said
"Oh, nothing just showing someone never to underestimate fairy tail," Natsu said getting a nod of approval from Erza.
Unknown to Sting Natsu was holding back, he only showed him enough power to know he's not to be messed with.
(Scene change A/N nothing changes for the first two days of the games)
Sabertooth Lodging
Natsu currently starring the guild master of Sabertooth, why? After finding out they had kicked Yukino out of the guild, he went ballistic and challenged Jiemma.
He was stopped from causing further destruction thanks to Minerva hugging Natsu from behind shocking everyone into an eerie silence.
"I thought you were messing with me when you said your guild was ruthless but not this ruthless" Natsu said as gritted his teeth.
"Minerva what is going on with you and the fairy fly," Jiemma said sternly.
"Well as he put when I first met him, I'm his mate," Minerva said causing Sting and Rogue To go wide-eyed.
"Your joking right," Sting said
"Sting would Minerva lie about something as big is this," Rogue said
"I don't know and don't care what's going on you two are ending this relationship right now, I don't want anyone in the guild being involved with those pathetic little fairies, "Jiemma said sternly.
"Hate to break it to ya Jiemma you got no say in this matter," Natsu said with a confident grin.
"Why you little, "Jiemma said before shooting of some of his magic at Natsu only for it to disappear thanks Minerva territory magic.
"Sorry father but both guilds would be in a bind if that last attack hit its target, I purpose wager," Minerva said with a smirk.
"I was afraid you made that conclusion," Natsu said in an uneasy tone.
"It would allow us to be together without having to worry about our affiliations," Minerva said
"What are you babbling on about," Jiemma said
"She is talking about a bet if fairy tail wins the games Minerva joins my guild since she's my mate," Natsu said
"And if we win the games Natsu joins sabertooth, I urge you to consider this father as this isn't an opportunity that happens very often," Minerva said
"What is Makarov's stance in this" Jiemma said in an uneasy tone.
"He was the one who came up with this bet," Natsu said
After several minutes Jiemma reluctantly agreed to this bet since Natsu strength was known far and wide seven years ago and it could benefit his guild with his skill set.
"Fine you have a deal now get out of here," Jiemma said
"Since we have some time to kill," Natsu said offering his arm with a smirk.
Minerva took it gladly getting another round of looks as they left the lodging and met up with happy.
"If she thinks she can date a fairy she has made a grave mistake," Jiemma said fiercely.
Sting and Rogue and many other stayed silence hoping not to be his next victim.
"Rogue make yourself useful and keep an I on them and if you can act as a wedge between them," Jiemma said
"Y-yes master," Rogue said
With Natsu
"Where do you want to go Minerva," Natsu said as he works his arm around her waist getting a small blush unaware of a shadow just out of sight.
"I'm gonna leave see you later" Happy Said.
"See ya Happy," Natsu said
As much Jiemma wants Rogue to drive them apart he knows it's a fruitless effort, all he can do is make sure Minerva back by curfew.
"I hope these games don't take to long" Natsu said
"Why is that," Minerva said
"For the past week I've been restless and agitated, it's hard not to, well snap at someone except for you," Natsu said resulting in a blush.
"Probably because you don't want to hurt your mate," Minerva said resting her head on his shoulder.
"No argument here," Natsu said with a grin.
"So my handsome dragon slayer where are you taking me tonight," Minerva said.
"I was thinking a stroll through the flower garden," Natsu said grinning.
"That doesn't sound too bad," Minerva said
Unknown to Natsu Minerva been struggling to not going all little school girl at this.
For some reason, she has been very emotional after parting ways with Natsu to go work on her last job and has been struggling to keep it in check.
Likewise, Natsu has also not only been restless but agitated as well and his longing to be with Minerva greater than expected, it's almost if he's wanting to be her shield from the horrors of this world.
Unknown to both of them these symptoms they're going through will change their lives in unexpected ways.
The next day
"You can't be serious master," Erza shouts.
"I don't like it either but this Natsu's choice, not mine," Makarov said
"Why Natsu?" Erza demanded
"I don't like it either but what would you do since we're in different guilds," Natsu said
"Wait what's going," Lucy said as she entered the room.
"Natsu's leaving fairy tail," Erza said sternly.
"What why would you do that Natsu after everything we did," Lucy said
"I would never, flat out leave, I said we lose the games I'm going to Sabertooth to be with my mate Minerva, but if we win she joins our guild to be with me, "Natsu sternly.
"What do you mean by that," Lucy said confused.
With a sigh" like the dragon who taught us our magic we slayers also take in their more primal tendencies like how we have a mate or a life partner as human put it" Natsu said
"His mate is Minerva of sabertooth he met her when he went on his own to train for the games," Makarov said
"How could you agree to this master," Lucy said
"I didn't have a choice, and as much as it pains me to lose one of my children, there are times as a parent where you have to let your kids make their own choices. Sabertooth has agreed to the terms as well so backing out would only make us look bad in the public eye if we can't honor our agreement it's as simple as this," Makarov said blankly.
"Lucy trusts me I won't let us lose these games as I don't ever plan on leaving and by the end of this will have another member of fairy tail in our ranks" Natsu with a grin.
"Ok but she gives me a bad feeling," Lucy said
"Relax I doubt she would do anything seriously dangerous against a member of fairy tail as she wants to...stay on my good side," Natsu said that last part in air quotes.
"Ok but she still gives me the Creeps, wait who else knows about this agreement," Lucy said
"Your the last one," Natsu said
"Has anyone met her yet?" Lucy said curiously
"Yes she stayed at our lodge for a bit last night where she met gramps and a few other while you were all sleeping," Natsu said
"Ok then but I wonder what constitutes as playing nice, against us when she from Sabertooth," Lucy said
"After the five days, I spent with her before the games, her playing nice in your case means you have a good chance of not getting broken bones if you have to fight her since your not exactly the most Durable person Lucy," Natsu said trailing off.
"If that's true I'm glad she's your mate," Erza said as this could have been a problem if she wasn't.
I was feeling very productive this month so wrote this chapter in the spirit of Christmas so Merry Christmas to all
I hope I did Minerva justice is this chapter and captured her character for this chapter
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