OK, I'm so happy for the positive response I got for the first chapter, thank you very much. Here is the second one. Oh! And so you know for future reference, if a song is mention and with an instrument, you should YouTube it as you read or for that scene alone. I think it would help. Anyway, please enjoy.


Chapter Two: The New Students

Levy was used to her typical morning schedule. She would wake up after a night of reading, shower, brush her teeth, get dress, and eat breakfast. She packed her satchel with her homework, and two good books.

She locked up her tiny house, and made her way to school. Levy didn't live in the safest neighborhood. Well, it was more of a neighborhood filled with want-to-be thugs. But, it was still not safe.

Levy walked to the bus stop. She met with the normal morning folks: Jet and the typical druggie who showed up every now and then. She wasn't on such alarm. When you live in this type of area, there's one normal rule that hopefully keeps you safe: treat the community good, you get treated good.

"Good morning, Levy-chan! How are you?" Jet exclaimed very enthusiastically.

Levy gave a shy smile. "Oh good morning, I'm doing fine."

"That's good." He put his arm around her shoulder. "Well, I've been meaning to ask you something for a while." Levy's heart skipped a beat. I hope he's not asking me out. I don't want to hurt him. "Me and the guys are going to hang out at a football game, and I was wondering if you wanted to come along with me."

Friday night…Friday night…what was I doing then? "Oh um, well you see, me and some my friends are going shopping on Friday, so I can't go." She said softly as she moved his arm off her shoulder.

A car pulled up to the stop. It was Droy. "Hey Jet, are you coming or what?" he said from the window.

Jet went and opened the passenger's seat. "Levy just think about. I'll see you soon." The car drove off.

Levy sighed. Jet was not her type, just a friend maybe. He was too pushy, and frankly, Levy was scared of what Jet would do if she kept on avoiding his grip. He was definitely not a thug or bully at school, but he was a little forceful with Levy. Plus, Levy didn't think she could defend herself. She was kind of stuck. But she didn't think of it that much.

"Levy," the druggie said getting the girl's attention. "Why you keep letting that hooligan messing with ya? I've been around here many times to see you don't got no feelings for the boy." He explained.

"I'm not sure. I guess I'm just scared, Mr. Harrison." Levy answered truthfully.

The man groaned. "What did I say about calling me 'mister', Robbie is just fine. If fear's the case, then tell me if anything happens. I might be high some times, but I can still lay a fist."

Levy nodded. "And you need to find a young man to be watching over you." Robbie winked. "I won't always be there."

The bus pulled up to the stop. "Ladies first." Levy stepped on the bus and took her seat on the bus. Robbie went on and the bus started on its route. Levy's day was just beginning.


"What am I going to wear!" the blonde exclaimed. It was normal in the Heartfilia household to hear the young girl busy in her closet. Her parents use to complain that Lucy was to worried about the clothes she wore. Lucy would have argued with them…it was one thing she oddly treasured about her parents after they both died. Most of the staff left, but some stayed agreeing to work for low pay.

"Princess, I think I should let you know that today you are required to wear uniforms. You know only Fridays and some unspecified days you can wear whatever you choose." Virgo reminded. She slowly wiped her tired eyes.

Lucy stepped out the closet. "I know that, but Ezra said that we'll have some special new students, and I want to make a good first impression." She went into the closet again.

"But princess, what if they are just end up being normal new students? Is it worth going through this much trouble?" Virgo inquired.

"I'm not going to risk it." Lucy answered. She walked out with two outfits. "What do you think? Red shirt with black skirt or white shirt with a blue skirt?"

Virgo sighed. "White with blue. Does princess need any assistance going to school today?"

"No thanks, I'll walk." Lucy replied getting dressed.

Virgo nodded and headed for the door. Lucy was determined for the day to get started.


The bus dropped Levy off as close to the school as it could get—a block away. Levy walked to a café on a corner where she usually meets Lucy. The blonde arrived in about 5 minutes.

"Good morning Levy." She said.

"Good morning Lu-chan. How are you?" Levy replied starting to walk the route to school.

Lucy followed. "It took me forever to find an outfit for today. You know we're getting some new students."

Levy nodded. "I know. It'll be interesting, although I'm not the complete social butterfly of Fairy Tail."

"You need to get out into the world and bloom." Lucy paused. "How's it going with Jet?"

Levy looked up at her friend. "What do you mean?"

"Oh come on Levy, he obviously likes you. Why don't you go out?" Lucy squealed with joy.

Levy shrugged. "I-I don't know Lu-chan. He's just not my type."

Lucy grunted. "And what would that be?"

Levy was silent. She wasn't much of a girl who went out with many people. Heck, no one remember if she ever had a boyfriend. Levy didn't like much attention.

Lucy decided to change the subject, and the girls arrived at school.


Lucy couldn't believe it at all. The Spaded Dogs were there, at her school! She had to play it cool. No one could get a boy if they act like a complete lunatic. Come on, breathe Lucy. It's just a normal human being. She decided to stay in her seat. Hmm, I never thought about which one I ever had a major crush one. She say Gajeel take a seat next to Levy. Not him, grr I don't know, but I'll figure it out soon.

A few minutes later:

Oh my God! Natsu is sitting next to me. Play cool. He looked at her. "Hey," he said to her.

"Hey," she said back. It might not seem like it, but Lucy wasn't a complete fan-girl of the Spaded Dogs. It was just weird having someone so cool, popular, and famous to be going to your school. Plus they seem nice unlike Laxus and his groupies. It's nice having a bunch of good-looking guys going to your school. Lucy notice how happy Natsu's eye were. She thought he was the cutest. It's better to see what they're really like besides what you read in the magazines.


Levy didn't really pay attention to the commotion. In fact, she didn't even notice the band's appearance until she looked at whoever was sitting next to her. It was Gajeel from that band Lucy likes. She's heard some songs and they were good. Levy just didn't let herself get consumed by the stars.

The teacher finished his lesson. And the bell rang. Levy got her things together.

"Hey do you know where this class is?" Levy looked up. It was Gajeel. He was holding out his schedule.

Levy took it. He had some of the same classes as her. He had Spanish next. Levy nodded. "I do. It's on my way to Calculus. You can follow me."

"Cool." He answered. The two walked out the room. They walked down the hall amongst the crowd. Gajeel would say she was pretty swift on her feet.

"Hey can you slow down a bit?" he asked.

Levy tried not to walk so fast. "Oh sorry, it's just crazy getting through the crowd."

"Hey, Levy-chan! Levy!" someone called. Levy turned her head a little. From the corner of her eye, she could see Jet trying to get her attention. She kept walking.

"Is someone calling ya?" Gajeel asked.

Levy looked up at him. "I don't think so. Anyway, we're almost there." They turned a corner. Levy suddenly stopped in front of a door. Gajeel almost bumped into her. "Here you go."

"Oh thanks." He said stepping into the doorway.

"No problem. I'll see you later." Levy waved before stepping back into the mob.

"See ya."

Levy smiled. Gajeel definitely didn't seem like the person Lucy described from all those magazines she rants about. It was kinda nice.


It was weird. Gajeel saw that blunette girl in about two or three more of his classes that day. What was weirder is how Juvia lives here now. It had been about maybe 8 or 9 years since he last saw her. Damn, I feel like shit. I can't just bring up an old topic like that. Gajeel had just left the lunch room and was now roaming the school. It was nice to see Juvia in person, but he screwed it asking her about her adoptive parents. …she never mentioned the old folks when we talked over the years. Ugh, I don't understand women.

Gajeel stopped and looked in the room. It seemed to be the band room. Through the small window, he could only see someone playing the piano, and little hands moving.


Levy was glad the day was almost over; it was hard trying to dodge Jet all day. She didn't exactly have a way to tell him she's not interested. She hadn't quite figured it out yet. She went here to go clear her mind.

Levy like playing music. She wasn't a professional at it, but it did make her feel good. She could play a few instruments, but Levy's favorite was the keyboard. She went into the music room and turned on the keyboard. She began to play different scales until she got warmed up. She started playing "Clocks" by Cold Play. She was enjoying herself. Soon the songs was over. She sighed and smiled.

"That's pretty good for such a quiet shrimp." A dark voice said in the room.

Levy jumped a little in her chair. She looked up. "Oh, it's only you, Gajeel was it?"

Gajeel was standing in the doorway. "Yeah. But like I said, you play real well for such a shrimp."

Levy puffed her cheeks. "I'm not sure if I should take that as a compliment…"

Gajeel shrugged. "Might as well." He walked into the room and squeezed himself in Levy's chair. Levy slightly blushed. …kinda close "I personally like something this," He started playing, "Miss Jackson" by Panic! At the Disco. Levy would say he put his style during the chorus.

"That's pretty good for a bass player." Levy said when the song was done.

Gajeel raised an eyebrow. "What's that supposed to mean?"

"Nothing, I'm just saying it's good." Levy replied. "…minus those two clunkers." She muttered.

"Well, if you're so technical, you give it a shot. Play something, anything you want, but don't make a single mistake." Gajeel challenged. I'm not gonna get showed up by this girl.

Levy scratched her cheek. "I'll give it a shot." Goodness, who does he think he is picking a fight with me? I might not be huge in physique, but I don't hide in music. Levy cracked her fingers, and took a deep breath. She began playing "Everybody Talks" by Neon Trees. She finished. "Ha! How about that?"

"Gihi. It seemed like someone play a natural instead of a flat, nice try though." Gajeel smirked.

"I did not. I played that song perfect." Levy retorted. Levy thought about it more. "One mistake is better than you…" she groaned.

Gajeel laughed. "Ya know, for someone who's real quiet in class, you sure do got a lot of spirit…ya got a name?"

Levy blushed a little. "Levy." The bell rung. "Oh, I guess you have to go to class."

He shrugged. "Nah, a few minutes late won't kill me, and you?"

"This is my free period…I don't thinks it's good to be late on your first day of school." She replied.

Gajeel grunted. "You worry too much. Besides, it's right up this hall anyway."

"Alright…"

"Good, now do you know if they keep a bass in here?"

Levy took a book from her satchel. "It's in that room to your right with a few guitars."

"Let's see what this school's got." Gajeel said as he got up. Levy heard him digging through the room. "Oh what a beauty," he exclaimed. Levy looked up. Gajeel was holding a large bass that was half purple, half white, with a chain at the end. It looked as if it was made for him.

"Huh, I don't remember that one being there. Where was that?" Levy replied.

"It was deep in the back. Let's see what this baby can do." Gajeel answered getting his fingers ready to play.

"Wait," Levy interrupted standing. "Let me tune it."

Gajeel raised a brow. "No way. I can do this myself." Well he couldn't, but he wasn't going to let her know that. Levy shrugged then went back to reading her book.

After fifteen minutes, Gajeel didn't make any progress. Hmm, he needs to get to class. Levy stood up. "Gajeel, follow me." She went over to the door. Gajeel was about to bring the bass. "Nope, leave that here." He joined Levy by the door. "You first." He went out into the hallway.

Levy closed and locked the door. "Hey shrimp, what's the big idea?"

Seriously, why does he call me that? "You need to get to class. You can see me after." She answered in a sweet voice.

"Grr, fine I'm going." He turned around and went up to the hall to his class. He quietly opened the door, but slammed it close.

"Oh Mister Redfox, it's good for you to join us—looks like you're the one I have to look after…" the teacher replied.

Gajeel rolled his eyes and went to his seat. The day finished, and the Fairy Tail High dismissed its students.


Whew, what a day. Levy entered her house. She was happy she didn't run into Jet on the way, but still knew he was going to need to get the idea soon. She felt something rub against her leg. Levy looked down. Smokey, the stray cat that frequently breaks into her home, purred.

Levy bent down to pet her head. "Hey girl, seems like you're here to visit." The cat walked off into the small kitchen. "Of course, I should give you some food. It's proper etiquette to feed your guest." She opened her cabinet and looked at how emptied it was. "I'll have to get some more food. I'll go shopping tomorrow." Levy got a piece of ham from the refrigerator. She placed it on the floor. Smokey started eating.

Levy watched in silence. "You're such a cute kitty." Smokey looked up then continued to eat.

Levy walked over to the little kitchen table and took a seat. She opened up her satchel, and grabbed her homework, then placed it on the table.

Smokey swaged her way towards Levy, climbed the other chair, and sat up on it. She gave Levy her gentle eyes.

Levy looked up. "Girl, I don't have any more food for you." She sighed. It really must be heard being a stray. She looked at Smokey's right ear with the tip cut off. She must have gotten into a fight a long time ago. "Alright no distractions from you, I need to do my homework." The cat jumped down from the chair, and curled herself by Levy's old comfortable chair.

Levy was soon done with her work. She took a seat where the stray was—then let Smokey perch herself on her lap. She petted her back. Hmm, what a good day. Levy went throughout all the events of her day, giving each one a quick thought. When she got to Gajeel sitting with her in the same chair, she slowed down and blushed. "Dang, he was so close."

Smokey's ear twitched, and she sat up and looked at Levy. Levy wasn't really one to mention a 'he' when she told the cat about her day. "Oh, I met someone today." The cat didn't seem very satisfied. "What? He's just an acquaintance." The cat seemed to roll her dimmed green eyes. Levy giggled. Silly cat.


Today was a good day. Levy walked down the hall and into the music room. Another day had gone at the school. She made it her routine to tune the guitars on Thursdays afterschool. She opened the room and grabbed the first guitar she saw.


"Ouch!"

"Quiet you, I don't like you humans thinking you can cause a ruckus whenever you want to." Nurse Porlyusica scorned. She whacked Gajeel and Laxus with a broom.

"And you," she pointed to Laxus, "you tell that old man to get his handle on you delinquents." She finished treating the two boys, and shoved them out her room. "Next!" she yelled. Lucy and Natsu walked in.

The two enemies walked silently to the principal's office. As they arrived, Cana and Ezra walked out. "Principal Dreyar expects you next." Ezra said with her head down. They went in.

The short, old man sat superiorly behind his desk. "You can take a seat." They sat in the two wooden chairs in front of them. Makarov turned to Laxus first. "Look you little brat, I'm tired of having you in here. Now, I don't want to expel you, but if you keep it up, you'll leave me no choice, you understand?"

Laxus looked away. "Yes, grandfather."

Gajeel snorted. This idiot is the principal's grandson. That must suck for the old man.

Makarov shot a look at Gajeel. "Excuse me Mister Redfox, is there something funny that I said?"

A shiver went down Gajeel's spine. "No sir."

"Good," Principal Makarov folded his hands, "I want you both to understand that I expect nothing less than of greatness from each of you. I recognize that you are a part of rival bands, but that's not gonna show at school. I hope you know that under some circumstances, I can make sure your bands don't perform during the summer."

This was news to both teens. They couldn't let that happen. Makarov continued. "Furthermore, education might not seem that important, but after your fame and fortune is over, you need something lean back on. So if you don't get a C average you're not playing in the summer either."

Laxus' eye twitched. I make a D average at least. "Will I see you two in here again for trouble?"

"No sir." Gajeel and Laxus said in unison.

"You can go."

The boys exited and walked down the hall. "Bastard." Laxus muttered.

"Asshole," Gajeel replied.


Droy's vine hit Levy's arm again as she stood in the school's back courtyard. It was usually a good thing that many people didn't go there, but Levy was currently regretful of the thought.

"Now, I want you answer me correctly this time. Are you going with me to the football game?" Jet's voice was harsh and cold.

"No! I already have plans with Lucy. I'm not going with you!" Levy denied the invitation.

"I don't give a shit! Cancel it, you're gonna be my date! I don't care if you go with cuts and bruises." He moved swiftly and kicked the girl on her leg before moving back again. The scene made even Droy wince.

"Jet, aren't you being too rough?" Droy stuttered.

Jet turned to his friend. "Excuse me?" Droy shook his head and just kept his vines ready for Jet's command. "That's what I thought."

Jet glared at Droy, which meant for him to make a vine wrap around Levy's neck while she tried steadying herself onto her feet. The vine binding her ankles and lifted she off the ground. "Go with me!" Jet said as the vine tightened.

"No," Levy choked out. Is worth this? Should I just say yes even though I don't want to? She was ready to pass out, until she heard:

"Roar of the Iron Dragon!"

Suddenly, Droy and Jet were hit and sent to the ground. The vine let go of Levy and she gasped for air. She looked to see Gajeel bolt to where Jet and Droy laid.

He looked down at Jet. "Now tell me why you pitiful scum, was messing with the girl."

Jet slowly got to his feet. "That doesn't concern you, so I suggest you-," he got punched in the face—sending him flying and lying on his back.

"Tch, I don't even want to know. Just get out my face before I destroy you and your friend." He glared down at Droy. He quickly scampered up to Jet, picked him up, and ran away. (A/N: Calm down people, I'll fix this relationship, promise)

Levy sat up and coughed. Gajeel walked over to her. "Hey shrimp, are ya alright?"

She slowly got to her feet. "*Cough*I'm fine. Thank you."

She tried walking away. But her leg stung, and she began to lean and fall to the right. Gajeel caught her before she hit the ground. "Wow there, you can't walk with all those injuries." He looked around. He could take her to the clinic, but the hag was probably still treating everyone else. "Oi, can you tell me where ya live? You need to get home." he looked down. Levy was drifting to sleeping.

"McDaniel Drive, last house on the right." She got out before passing out. Gajeel got her into princess style and started making the walk to Levy's house. He wasn't very aware of the town's streets, but he overheard on the news that a shooting happened near McDaniel Drive. Seems like the girl doesn't live in the safest neighborhood.

It took him some time, but Gajeel managed to get them both to Levy's street. He walked down the street, and soon was in front of the house that was supposed to be Levy's. It was definitely small, but it seemed Levy tried to make it the best she could with all the flower boxes in the front.

Levy stirred a little bit. She looked shocked to see Gajeel holding her. "Oh Gajeel-san…" was all she really could say. He grunted, then went to open the door. He walked in.

Gajeel was welcomed by the growl of a cat. The cat held its stance, warning the stranger to back off.

Levy giggled. "Smokey, girl, layoff this is a friend." Gajeel went into the bedroom, having the cat follow.

He gently laid her on the bed. "How ya feel?"

Levy sat up a little. "I feel a little better."

"Good, where's your first aid kit?" Gajeel asked.

"Under the kitchen sink." Levy answered.

Gajeel got up to get it. Smokey followed. "You understand I'm helping her, right?" he said to the cat as he bent down to the sink. The cat glared back—not seeming to trust the stranger. Gajeel rolled his eyes. "damn cat…" The cat showed her fangs. Gajeel smirked showing his own canines. The cat didn't look impressed. "I'm not wasting my time with you." He grabbed the kit and went back to Levy.

"Okay, so where does it hurt?" Gajeel asked.

"My leg mainly." Levy answered.

Gajeel grabbed some ointment and found a bruise on Levy's left leg; he rubbed some on it. She flinched. "Sorry."

Levy shook her head. "It's no problem." Gajeel grabbed some bandages, and attempted to wrap it around her leg. Levy giggled. "Let me do it." She finished wrapping her leg. She seemed better at this stuff than him.

Gajeel leaned in closer. Levy blushed. "Wha-, what are you doing?"

He looked at her neck. "You got some other cuts." Levy lifted her hair out the way, so he could get a better look. "See, there's one. Does that guy's vines have thorns on them?"

Levy shook her head. "Not usually, but I guess Droy controls that. I hope they're not poisonous."

"Nah, I would have smelled it." Gajeel said trying to comfort her.

Levy was confused. "How?"

Gajeel put a Band-Aid on Levy's cut. "I'm a dragon-slayer." He answered bluntly.

Levy was surprised. That explains the attack. Those are really powerful mages. "So there's more than one." Levy whispered.

Gajeel raised a brow. "What do you mean? Did you know Natsu was one too?"

"Wait, he is too!" Levy exclaimed. Just how many are there?

"Yes, but who are you talking about?" Gajeel asked. He knew Natsu was, but who else?

Levy looked up at the boy. "A freshman—Wendy Marvell—she knows how to wind dragon slayer magic." Levy answered.

Gajeel grunted. "I've heard of someone like that, but I wouldn't think the person was so young."

Levy nodded. "It's quite amazing." She looked down. "I wish I was that strong…" she sniffled. She tried to stop it, but she began to cry.

"Wow shrimp, calm down." Gajeel wasn't good with this comfort stuff, but he did his best. She kept on crying. Smokey took the opportunity to get some attention. She hopped on the bed, and rubbed her head on Levy's stomach.

The bluenette giggled. She took a deep breath. "I'm sorry. I'm just tired of pushed around by Jet. I hope now he gets the fact that I won't go out with him." Smokey seemed to nod, and moved to sit by Levy.

"Oh, so that's what this is about. I would have pounded him harder. If a girl says no, you gotta go with it." Gajeel replied.

Levy smiled. "Thanks Gajeel, I wish I could return the favor."

Gajeel shrugged. "Don't mention it." He coughed. Ouch.

"Oh goodness, are you alright? I should have asked." Levy asked. Gajeel chuckled. "I'm alright." The cat thought otherwise. She pounced onto Gajeel's chest. He fell back on the bed.

Levy looked at Smokey. "What is it girl?" The cat patted her front right paw on Gajeel's shirt.

This is weird. "What does she want?" he asked still freaked out that the cat was able to push him down. Levy took a deep breath, blood? She crawled over Gajeel. I wonder? She slowly started unbuttoning Gajeel's shirt. "Hey, what are you doing?"

Levy was blushing the whole time. "Don't." She kept going down 'til she got to the middle his chest—where an opened cut was. "Oh my," Levy gasped. "What happened?"

Gajeel groaned. Crap, she found out! "Nothing. I got into a fight with Laxus. It's nothing." He tried to get up, but Levy pushed him down. Gajeel flinched.

"Sorry, but this is something! Didn't Nurse Porlyusica tend it?" Levy retorted a little shocked.

"Yea, but she rushed with the stitches." Gajeel answered.

Levy got off him then stood up. "Stay there." She slowly walked out the bedroom.

Gajeel turned his head to look at Smokey. "You just had to, huh?" The licked one of her paws and cleaned her face with it—seeming to ignore Gajeel's comment. "Bloody cats."

Levy came back with a needle and thread. "Be still." She put some ointment onto the wound, and started stitching it closed. "There you go." Levy sat up onto the bed.

Gajeel stood up. He started buttoning his shirt. "You know you didn't have to do that."

Levy shrugged. "You didn't have to save me."

"Yes I did." Gajeel quickly retorted.

"Exactly, so I had to help you." Levy blushed a little bit. "It's the least I could do." She added looking off to the side.

Gajeel looked at the clock that was on the dresser. "It's getting late; I should go."

Levy got up and walked with him to the door. Gajeel exited, and turned towards Levy. "Thank you." She shyly said.

Gajeel ruffled her hair. "No problem, do me a favor and don't strain that leg."

Levy nodded. "Okay, bye Gajeel-san."

Gajeel chuckled. "Drop the honorifics, it's annoying. See ya." He turned and began walking home.

Levy closed the door. She saw that Smokey was by her feet. "He's really nice, right?" Smokey turned and walked to the kitchen. Levy giggled. "Let's get you some more ham."


The next morning, Natsu and Gray woke up late and got left behind by Jellal and Gajeel. They took the time to talk as they jogged to school.

"So Gray, you excited to for your date with Juvia tomorrow?" Natsu said with a toothy grin.

Gray groaned at the thought. "I guess. I just don't want this to seem romantic, ya know?"

Natsu gave his friend a pat on the back. "How about this; I'll double date with you."

Gray laughed. "Sure, and who would you ask to go with you?"

Natsu shrugged. "I'll ask Lucy."

"Hmm told you, you liked her." Gray replied with a satisfied smile.

"I just want to get to know her better. She seems nice." Natsu corrected scratching his cheek, avoiding eye contact with the ice mage.

"Whatever you say," Gray cooed.


"Can you repeat that?" Lucy asked. Did he just ask that?

"I said do you want to be my date tomorrow night? It'll be us with Gray and Juvia-chan." Natsu repeated. Oh god, what if she says no?!

I can't believe this is real! The Natsu Dragneel asked me to go on a date with him! Okay Lucy, be calm. Play it cool. "Oh sure, where are we going?"

Natsu shrugged. "I don't know. Gray wanted to go downtown to explore, if that's alright."

Lucy waved both hands by her. "Oh that's fine. What time?"

"8 o'clock. I can go pick you up from your house." Natsu answered.

Lucy scribbled her address on a piece of paper. "Cool, see you then."

Natsu walked out the room. He turned a corner to see a blue Exceed spying on the scene. "Happy, it's your first day here and you're already trying to make trouble for yourself."

Happy giggled. "I didn't know you like Lucy-chan."

Natsu blushed a little. He turned away. "I didn't say that. She's just a friend."

"You liiike~ her!" Happy repeated. Natsu hit in the head.

"Shut it."


Where is that bloody cat? Gajeel searched the entire campus, and still couldn't find Pantherlily. Did he get lost since it's his first day? Gajeel found himself back at the back courtyard where he helped Levy out the day before. He heard some laughing by a huge tree in the back courtyard. He walked over there to check it out. Sure enough, there was the black cat sitting at the base of the tree. Of course, he was holding a box of kiwi juice.

Lily looked up. "Oh hello Gajeel, did you know this school had such good kiwi juice?"

Gajeel grunted. "No, I didn't."

"This school is so lively, and it's good to see Juvia here." Lily replied before finishing his juice box.

"Yep." Gajeel replied. There was a familiar scent in the air that was distracting him. It might be Lily.

"No offense, but I'm happy we only have two classes and lunch together. I get to make new friends here. I think I already have one." Lily said enthusiastically.

"Who?" Gajeel asked being bored with the conversation.

"Her name's Levy McGarden." Lily answered. Gajeel straightened up real quick. For some reason the bluenette's name caught his attention quickly. Lily noticed. "Do you know her?"

"We've met." He mumbled.

He heard a groan. "Is that all you have to say?" the voice asked. Someone hopped from the branches of the tree. It was Levy.

Gajeel was a little surprised. He couldn't quite locate her scent. "You shouldn't be jumping high on that leg of yours."

Levy shrugged. She was wearing pants to cover up the bandaged leg. "I feel better."

Lily chuckled. "So you have met."

Levy nodded. "Yep, but I assume you're Gajeel's partner like Natsu and Happy."

"I guess you can say that." Gajeel said. "Anyway, I was just looking for you, Lil'. I'm going home."

"Alright, I was gonna hang here for a while." Lily replied. He motioned his head towards Levy.

"Well, you can go Lily. I have to go home; I have plans for later tonight." Levy responded.

"Okay Levy-chan, I'll see you later." Lily smiled as he joined Gajeel's side.

The iron dragon slayer turned. "Fine. Make sure you be safe, shrimp." He started walking home.

"Thank you. See ya." Levy replied. Lily chuckled. What's that about.


Lily was definitely curious about Gajeel's relationship with Levy-chan. Gajeel was never real social…at all. "You and Levy seem really friendly." Gajeel only grunted. "That's not like you."

"We only talk; it's nothing to get all nosey about." Gajeel replied defensively. Lily chuckled. "What's so funny?"

"Nothing." Hmm, what happened between those two? Lily shrugged. They approached the house and the topic changed to getting Natsu and Gray to stop fighting.


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