So the story has a bit of slow progression, I promise it gets exciting with the next chapter. ^.~
'Chapter Three'
"Life in the eyes of Natsu Dragneel'
"Flash Back"
The majestic red dragon was known as the most feared creature in the domains of the volcano, its body spanning to at least 15ft and being one of the largest creatures that occupied this region.
The scorching lava that rippled every few minutes releasing harmful gases and thick ash clouds that covered the entrance, a small sheet coating the surrounding surface.
This environment wasn't suitable for humans nor even life but yet this creature managed to survive in this desolate place, adapting to the hot atmosphere and even learning to live off the natural resources.
A kid got stranded in middle of this unknown realm, sweating buckets as beads of sweat cascaded down over his frame and forming puddles underneath him. He hated this heat, it was unbearable and how he got lost, he would never know. He was alone now and probably for the rest of his life, he was longing for companionship, a close bond, he wanted to be loved and love someone in re-turn, he was lonely and left abandoned.
The mighty dragon that asserted its own dominance over this area hated trespassers and even so humans. He didn't view them as filthy but preferred not to associate with the forsaken race, he witnessed countless killing, betrayal and unnecessary emotion that dictated their decisions.
He smelled the fowl stench that filled the area with opines and dirt, he clarified to himself that the unknown being had to have been traveling through the forest, the smell was clear as day to those who had superior sense of smell.
He proceeded to confront the human who was foolish enough to invade a dragons territory but he wasn't expecting to find a five year old sobbing, the dragon was amazed at the little five year old, he was feeling pitiful when he heard the uncontrollable cries of the little child, so fragile and meek.
A growl bellowed from the dragon, a high pitched viscous sound that stunned anyone within ear shot, striking fear to those in the presence of the fearsome creature.
The little kid that was supposed to be afraid of the large dominating creature instead stared, he wasn't afraid but yet found the great creature cool.
"Ne,Ne. Can growl like you? The little rose headed idiot sparked up instantly, puckering up what emotion he had left and energy, he was clearly worshiping the dragon for it's glory might.
"You can try." He conversed with the child, slumping its large frame down upon the hot ground, the ground slightly shaking with the sheer power plummeting against the dirt.
"Er.. epp! He tried with all his strength to actually sound scary but a squeak emitted from his lips, something he wasn't planning and just embarrassed himself.
The dragon just chuckled, laughing at the child but that was their first meeting, the first time he experienced having a loving but welcoming family. Igneel would always be special to him regardless of what happened and he was glad to be Igneels son, he always took pride in being a dragon.
"Natsu... wake up!" He rolled over further into Lucy's lap, ignoring the sound of the voice beckoning him to wake up.
'Thunk' Lucy shifted her right thigh up and pushed Natsu off her lap gently, her strength overpowering the unprepared dragon slayer and he was met by the very hard floor.
"Ow, Lucy's scary." He muffled.
"We have to check into the Hotel, unless you wanna ride the train for another journey, enjoy." She merely stated, waving her hand back to the dragon slayer, he quickly scurried and trailed the blonde celestial mage.
As expected from the capital, it was certainly big. The buildings were tall, huddling together forming the the city, the height could force any man into submissive by the stature alone. Lucy was certainly intimidated, this place was daunting to someone who has been in a small city for a year and she was practically used to everything back in magnolia, knowing her daily routine.
The town had its share fair of odd looking people, strange and rather bizarre, to the noble and the people less unfortunate than themselves. She was contemplating on asking for directions but she wouldn't be sure what kind of personality these people had, appearances weren't everything and it didn't define the person.
Natsu could see Lucy was in a rut and decided to take action and maybe even impress her a little, if that was actually possible the way he behaved in the past.
"Let's just look around, we might stumble across it."
"This is why you shouldn't think."
"It was a good idea! Have anything else planned Luce?'
"I do."
"Er. I'm thinking. Don't rush me!" The young blonde spluttered out.
"Aye sir." He rolled his eyes; she was adorable and rather cute with that face, reeling him even further with his affections. He wanted nothing more than to smother her in hugs, feeling the radiating heat against his own and feeling the wonderful heart beat that flourished within her system.
"Master said that the hotel wasn't far from the train station, go west and then turn right, there should a large building.'Caesar's Palace', that's the hotel.
He shifted his lenient and bulky frame, his eyes trailed down upon the building that they were searching for. The building was basic, three star hotel, nothing to over bearing but seemed content living conditions.
"Is that the place?" He motioned gently, prodding the air with his hand.
"Er.. Yeah. Well done Natsu." The blonde praised him for the moment which was like music to his ears.
She quickly strode through the entrance, lunging a small pink suit case behind her, the wheels lightly tapping along the pavement. Master already booked them in, so everything should go smoothly or so she hoped. She didn't expect much from the three star hotel, plain wooden floors that dawned through the lower half of the hotel, homely but light toned orange walls. It was nice and a calming relaxing atmosphere, so this was more to her liking and glad Master chosen such a place.
Natsu just lingered behind, sluggishly moving his bulky body through the hotel. He wasn't bothered to where he was sleeping, his main concern was always Lucy and second concern, food. He wasn't sure as to how he was going to keep himself calm the next couple of days, happy wasn't with them due to the fixation with Carla and couldn't bear to leave the lovely cat for more than a second, he could relate with similar feelings and didn't pester the cat to accompany him. He focused on Erza and Mira beating him to a bloody pulp if he tried any advance with Lucy, chanting in his head and hopefully his instincts would abide by the warning issued from him.
Lucy handled the affairs of getting the key and probably every other delicate matter, he wasn't as diligent as Lucy. She was always regarded as a princess, a radiating sun that couldn't be touched, a fragile blossoming flower that he couldn't help but admire.
The young celestial wizard collected the key quickly and gathering her luggage. She sauntered off from the front desk, waving to the polite lady whom she had to deal with.
"Come on Natsu!" She spoke eagerly, easy reward and helping her guild, what more could a girl ask for?
He noticed the difference in her voice, she was keener to complete this mission than any other mission. The mission itself was easy to complete but the task held great importance, it was obvious who would get the blame if they didn't do what was required but he was thankful for that, he always wanted to protect Lucy from everything.
Even from afar MiraJane could meddle in her relationship, she always shipping them together and shipping other couples, she was the guilds mother figure, always behind these actions that made the situation worse.
Natsu and Lucy were sharing a double bed, the horrified sentence that rang in her mind over and over again that was like a broken record. She wanted her own room, her own space and forced to spend the next couple of days next to Natsu's side was a death sentence by her opinion.
He was loud, messy and his whole existence revolved around chaos and destruction. The last time she decided to pay a little visit to his home, revenge for all the little mishaps the dragon slayer had caused her but his place was filthy, not once had she ever encountered such an inhabitable place, she sworn something could have died under the barrage of clothes, rubbish and other things that were cluttered with his junk.
Natsu was also shocked beyond belief, he was already a raging hormonal dragon with love issues and temptation already seething into his mind, he had to keep calm or otherwise he was going to lose it. Natsu briefly surveyed the room looking for another sleeping accommodation but no avail, looks like the floor was the only sleeping option.
Not like him and Lucy didn't sleep in the same bed but now he was becoming more aware of her, her scent, her body and everything about her. He was worried his dragon would take over and do the one thing he wanted, despite all the inner protests he knew his dragon would drown them out and continue the rampage of devouring lust.
Something else was bothering when they arrived here though, dark magic rippled through the air, it was so faint, just a spec that seem to escape its source, the flickering energy particle that drifted from what was creating the dark magic. He knew this dark magic, it so familiar but yet it was new to him, it was attracting the dragon slayer, enticing with just the mere use of this magic, he was snapped out of his trance by the launch of a suit case.
"Oww. What was that for?!'
"You were acting.. weird.' The blonde mumbled under her breath, she saw something that struck fear through her heart, dark black orbs that flashed for a moment, that wasn't Natsu, the gentle eyes that always filled with concern but in the layers of the pale onyx colors something was unearthed. She could feel the terror pulsating from them eyes, it was only for the second but in that split second she sensed death, a early demise if she kept in the company of Natsu, a unwary fate that was already sealed.
Sorry for any mistakes, my head ache has been really getting to me lately but I tried.
Also could anyone explain this beta thing to me?
I think I might need some of my chapters looked over since my stupid head decided to keep killing me.
Every review or view is appreciated.
Thankyou for reading and I thank for wonderful support I've had for this story.
Love.
L.H