Lucy POV

I woke up to find an unfamiliar room. My heart started racing as I tried to remember where I was. This wasn't my apartment. Where am I? Where's Natsu? My mind stopped and memories of the prior day filled my head, replacing the previous worries.

Sighing, I turned to my side and winced from the pain of my wounds. Where was I expecting to be? I tried to remember what I was thinking of just a few moments ago but it wouldn't work. I decided not to worry about it dragged myself up and down the stairs to find out just how long I've been asleep.

"Lucy you're up!" Sting yelled from the kitchen, running to meet me half way. "Why are you already awake? You should still be hurting from yesterday." I mumbled something about Sting being a bastard and ignored him, walking to the refrigerator.

Grabbing some milk I sat down at the table as Sting set a plate in front of me and sat down at his own seat on my left. The smell of bacon and eggs hit me as I started to wake up and become aware of my surroundings. "So she's finally awake is she?" I hear a deep voice say from my right. Turning to see Rouge, I blushed and realized that I looked horrible right now.

"Shut up Rouge, she can sleep in if she wants considering you half killed her yesterday." Sting retorted with a scowl, devouring his meal like a wild animal. I just sighed and picked at my food, not surprised at my brother's obscene eating habits. I looked at Sting and wondered why I wasn't freaked out at the way he was going at his food. It almost seemed familiar.

Sting finally finished and announced loudly to us, "We should go on a mission." I smiled, eager to go on my first mission as Rouge agreed. Sting smirked, "Alright Rouge, I'll get the mission so you can pack our stuff." He turned toward me. "Lucy, you can get ready and pack your own stuff but be ready to leave in an hour." I nodded as he passed me, ruffling my hair and heading out the door.

I turned toward Rouge. "I'll take care of the dishes, so you can go get ready." I smiled but he remained emotionless. My smile fell as he grabbed both our plates and headed toward the sink. "I'll take care of these, it's only fair since I did attack you yesterday." He kept his head turned away. "I'm sorry about that by the way."

I blushed and got up. "It's fine, you didn't know who I was. It's only right that you would protect your friend. I'm going to get ready now but thanks Rouge." I quickly mumbled before escaping. Once in the shower I tried to think of why I was so nervous back then. I mean, yes Rouge is very good-looking but that has no reason to act like that. Slapping my face, I stepped out and reached for a towel only to find none.

My eyes widened as I realized that I forgot not only my clothes but also a towel. I tried to calm myself before noticing a black towel neatly folded on the ground. I sighed in relief and wrapped the towel around my body and pressing my ear against the door. Smiling, I only heard silence as I opened the door, coming face to face with Rouge.

The smile fell from my face as I realized whose towel I was using. We just stood there not quite sure what to do. We both snapped back to life as the downstairs door slammed open and Sting yelled that he was home. "I-I'm sorry!" I yelled, bowing as we both turned red. His hand went to cover his mouth and I was surprised at the amount of emotion he was displaying. I stood straight and turned even redder as he quickly turned away and walked of my way. I ran into my room and slammed the door closed, collapsing in exhaustion against it.

"Are you guys ready?" Sting yelled, walking up the stairs. "Almost!" I responded as I put on clothes and threw a couple of outfits and other necessities in a white bag borrowed from Sting. I grabbed the bag and threw it over my shoulder, making sure that my belt was on and keys were attached before making my way down to where the two dragon slayers were waiting.

Reaching the bottom of the stairs, I got a familiar feeling as I saw the two dragon slayers waiting to leave. My eyes softened in an unknown nostalgia as we walked out the door and set out on whatever mission Sting chose for us.

We walked in silence with Sting on my left and Rouge on my right. I followed their example and put on a serious face and a 'don't mess with me' aura. The street that we were walking on was busy this time of day but people still cleared to the side and fell silent as we passed. I finally realized just how respected Sabertooth mages were.

As we passed I could hear the whispers going around. People were asking who the girl walking with the twin dragon slayers was. I could tell that rumors were going to spread fast and I had to work to keep up my tough facade while trying to ignore the stares. Without warning a little girl was pushed in front of us, trying not to cry as she scraped her knees and arms.

I smiled kindly and kneeled to help the little girl up. She blushed,looking at the ground, as I wiped the tears away and patted her head. In the cutest little voice she looked up and said, "Thank you Saber Sissy." Before giving me a hug and running back to her parents. I took a quick look at the crowd and their shocked expressions before Sting grabbed my arm and pulled me up as we started walking again.

Here's chapter three guys, sorry for the delay but I wanted to make sure I got everything done right. Thank all of you who reviewed, favorited, and are following this story. That means so much to me. Even you silent readers out there, I love all of you. The next chapter should be out in a few days. Once again, please review and favorite and thank you all for reading.