Lucy always found Natsu to be attractive, especially when he was fighting. His motives, morals, and body were unbearable for the blonde. Her only wish was that he felt the same about her. And he did. He found her just as attractive. But, Natsu and Lucy were too shy to admit anything. And even if one did admit, they were scared of rejection.

"N..No.. S...Stop it.. Please.. I...I swear I'll... N..No.. NO.. STOP! AH!" Wendy woke up quickly as Erza looked at her. "Are you okay, Wendy?" The red head asked as she got out of her sleeping bag and headed over to the small child, who sobbed gently. "M..Mhm.." She replied, unsure if she really was okay or not. "Did you have a nightmare?" Erza asked softly, patting her dark blue hair gently. "Y..Yeah, I did.." Wendy placed her head on Erza's stomach for comfort and warmth. Especially warmth as she was next to Gray. "Do you wanna talk about it?" Erza asked sincerely, holding Wendy's hand. "Not really.. But.. Can I sleep next to you? Gray's making me cold.." Wendy let out a soft giggle as she spoke, looking up to Erza's head as she nodded. "Of course, Wendy." The two headed over to Erza's sleeping bag, which was next to Natsu's. Only Natsu was gone. And so was Lucy. "..Where are they now?.." Erza sighed, placing her hand to the bridge of her nose. "Oh well.." She sighed once more, hopping into the sleeping bag next to Wendy as they hugged softly.

Lucy and Natsu giggled quietly outside of the tent and down at the small river. "Stop splashing me!.." Lucy whispered to Natsu as she blocked most of the water from her face with her forearms. "Fine, fine." Natsu whispered back, hopping out of the river and next to Lucy. The two sat beneath the full moon, sillouhetts against the light. Their faces were covered in shadows and their eyes glimmered gently. They stared into eachothers eyes for a second before Natsu gently grabbed Lucy's chin, not breaking eye contact as their heads moved closer together. Lucy opened her mouth when Natsu did. He hesitated and looking deep into her eyes, then pressed his lips firmly against her own, gently biting her lower lip as she licked his. "N...Na...Ngh.." Lucy's words were muffled by the kiss, but she didn't mind. He pulled away from the kiss, staring into her lovestruck eyes as he gently pushed her body down onto the riverbank, once again pressing his lips on hers. The pair kissed passionatly beneath the moon for a few moments more, before Natsu pulled away for air, gasping softly. "N...Natsu.." Lucy managed to speak, staring up into his onyx eyes. He looked back down into her hazel eyes, smiling gently. He kissed her jaw, moving down to her neck, softly nibbling and licking her skin, causing her to squirm and moan softly. "N..Natsu.. W..We.. We have to go back..." Lucy spoke with a hidden sad tone as Natsu lifted her up, letting go of her neck. "I guess you're right.." He sighed, holding her hand as they walked back to the tent. Little did they know a surprise was waiting for them.

"Where were you two?!" Erza whisper yelled at them, crossing her arms. "...We were down by the river stargazing.." Lucy whispered quickly before Natsu could get a word in. "Y..Yeah." The fiery one replied. "You had me worried sick!" Erza whisper yelled once more at the pair. "Just.. Get back to bed and don't get back out." She rolled her eyes, hopping into her sleeping bag and hugging Wendy once more. Natsu and Lucy looked at eachother, grinning and blushing. "Goodnight, Natsu." Lucy said sweetly as she hopped into her sleeping bag, snuggling into his arm. "Night, Luce." He replied, falling asleep quickly.