*UPDATED VERSION* I really loved writing this chapter and I hope you love reading it! I updated a little later than I was hoping because I had to take a test so I was put behind on last minute editing.

Also, it shouldn't be confusing but just in case I didn't make it clear enough, the part where all the text is broken up is song lyrics, and Levy is having some thoughts shown in-between each verse. You'll know when you get there. :)

Chapter 3: Shoo-bee-doo-ba

To say the guild hall was rowdy was an understatement. Word had got around last night that Lucy and them were returning so the majority of the guild was anxiously awaiting their arrival. No one knew much about what had went on at the so-called Tower of Heaven, and all Juvia told everyone was that everyone else had stayed to see off some of Erza's old friends while she had returned to join Fairy Tail. Based on the latest rumors, Siegrain and Ultear had betrayed the council, trying to activate some huge lacrima to raise the dead back to life. Levy wasn't one to fall to rumors but even the master had said that the magic council was left in shambles after the most recent events. Her nose was in a book, though she just wasn't into it today with everything on her mind. Jet and Droy had barely spoken a word to her since yesterday. She knew they were angry about Gajeel but she had never seen them this angry. I guess I'll just talk to Lucy about it, I want to know exactly what happened at the Tower of Heaven anyways. Jet and Droy don't seem to be interested in anything I have to say, especially if it's about Gajeel. Despite that, Jet nudged her and brought her back to the guild hall.

"They're back!" Levy looked up to see Lucy looking the new guild hall up and down. Erza and Gray were looking rather impressed while Natsu had a sour look on his face. She jumped up and walked over to where they were standing.

"Lu! Welcome back!" She waved at Lucy, making sure that she would see her at the base of the steps.

"Oh! Levy-chan!" Lucy smiled at her and Levy's spirits were instantly lifted.

"Amazing, isn't it? You'll never believe it! There's a pool behind the bar! There's also a recreation hall down below." Everyone was greeting their fellow members as Levy showed them around the rest of the guild. Natsu doesn't look happy and he doesn't even know about Gajeel yet. Yikes. "And the biggest change is upstairs. Everyone is allowed on the second floor now! You still need to have an S-Class wizard with you to go on an S-class quest, of course." Elfman waved down at the group below, and even this news didn't seem to cheer up the fire-dragon slayer.

"Oh, you dunderheads are back." The Master approached them with Juvia in tow and introduced her despite already knowing that they had been previously acquainted at the Tower of Heaven. The group began getting off track, and Master Makarov gave a cough, everyone turning back to him. Welp, here it goes. Levy tightened up, waiting for Gajeel's introduction. "And there's one other new member. Come on, say hello." The Master looked in the direction of the Dragon Slayer, as did everyone else. Levy jumped back behind a table, preparing for a full-on dragon slayer meltdown.

"Gajeel?!" Their voices rang out at once. Natsu and Gray immediately got into a defensive stance, not surprising anyone.

"Hmph." Gajeel turned his head back around, attempting to ignore the commotion and avoid causing too much of a scene. He didn't seem like a guy who wanted a lot of attention.

"Now, now. As they say, yesterday's enemy is today's friend." Master. Hopefully they'll understand and trust you like I do you.

"Yea... It doesn't bother me at all…" She was hiding behind a table, but Levy felt the need to speak up on behalf of Gajeel, considering she was one of the one's he had personally attacked. Lucy looked down at her, shocked. The stares of her partners fell on her as well. Aw man, they're gonna hate me for saying that. I promise I'll explain later Lu-chan. She continued to shelter herself with the table as Natsu and Gajeel argued.

"It is the duty of an old soldier to lead a stray youngster onto the right path. He's a nice guy at heart… I'd like to believe." Although the last part was a little whispered, Levy nodded in agreement with their Master. Erza agreed to comply with the Master's wishes, which was enough for Natsu to back down a little. Phew. That went better than I thought. She went back to sit with Jet and Droy after flashing a quick smile at Gajeel. Mira was about to put on a little show since everyone got back safely. Levy laid her head down on the table as she listened to Mirajane. She has such a nice voice.

"As I brush my hand across your empty desk,

I cast a shadow.

I'm alone for yet another day."

The lyrics took Levy back to her own room, where her parent's desk sat. She knew her father like reading and writing, and she assumed her mother must have as well. Her Solid Script was a rare script magic that had come quite naturally to her due to her parents use of script magic as well, though she had a hard time remembering anything before waking up at Fairy Tail. The guild had always been her home though, and she never had to suffer alone since she was brought into Fairy Tail immediately after the accident that killed her parents. Apparently her parents had been targeted for some reason, but the Master was never certain if they were part of another guild or just freelance mages. She was lucky that some Fairy Tail members had been on a mission in the same town when it happened, and they didn't hesitate to take her in, especially knowing she could already use a bit of magic.

"I look up at the starry sky and say a prayer.

At the same time you're beneath the same sky."

Gajeel's face caught her attention. He was intently looking at Mirajane. Of course he'd think she's beautiful. Levy pouted. Um, but it doesn't matter. Everyone thinks she's beautiful, anyways. I'm sure he's seen her in the magazines. She continued to watch him as Mira continued, wondering what he could be thinking. Gajeel seemed so tough, but she knew that he was hurting. Judging by Natsu's stories, the bluenette wondered if Gajeel's dragon had disappeared too.

"Sometimes you'll tremble while holding back tears,

And other times you'll feel like you're going to stumble into the darkness,

But don't forget you have a place to return to,

And that you have people waiting for you."

Levy thought she caught the hint of a smile on Gajeel's face as the song ended and the crowd erupted into cheers. Maybe he'll find what he's looking for here at Fairy Tail. We have a tendency to get a little too much into people's business, and I'm sure after some time he'll fit right into this crazy guild. Levy smiled as well, and then in a split second he was gone. What the..? The lights went out as people shouted and cheered for the next performance, all hoping Mira would stay on stage. The script mage squinted her eyes as the lights flicked back on, and the whole guild went into pandemonium as a suited-up Iron Dragon-Slayer took the stage. Whaaaa? He's quick to change. Looks like he may be weird enough to fit in here already! Levy sunk back onto her seat, dreading whatever was about to happen.

"This is a little ditty I wrote called 'Best Friend.' Give it a listen." up. Best friend? He said he had no one though…

"Colorful, colorful, shoo-be-doo-ba

Shiver with love!

Iron-colored and metallic!"

Levy was astonished. She would never have pictured Gajeel one for singing, let alone a song writer. Although he needs a little bit of work, it isn't half bad. Maybe he'll let me look through his songs next time! I am a writer after all. The short girl was standing now, along with most everyone else when they saw Gajeel on stage. Uncontrollable laughter left her mouth, and she couldn't remember the last time she had laughed so hard. The entire guild was in an uproar, some enjoying the show and some booing. Gajeel kept going either way.

"Too-too-too sha-la-la-la! Shoo-bee-doo-ba! Sha-la-la!

Take a bite and sweet nectar will come out…"

"I've never heard anything this bad in my life!" Natsu had his ears covered and was shouting over the noise of the guild. The bluenette looked up at Natsu, only to see him be smacked down by Gajeel's guitar. Natsu quickly recovered and kept shouting.

"You want a piece of me!?" Oh man, here it goes. Levy jumped down to the floor and quickly crawled to the edge of the guild hall, thankful for her small size at the moment. Jet and Droy got caught in Elfman's grip and were unable to follow her to escape. Chaos broke out as Levy joined Lucy and Happy behind the bar area.

"Different look, but same old Fairy Tail, am I right?" Lucy laughed, bringing a smile to Levy's face. A few new faces to rile up the old gang and a new building to bring us all together. I can't wait for work to start coming in again! Everyone started celebrating amidst the two dragon slayers battling it out. She figured now was as good a time as ever to talk to Lucy since they were secluded from everyone.

"I know now's probably not the best time to talk about it, but I just wanted to say that I do agree with the Master, and that Gajeel should be given a second chance. I know he really hurt you too, but he talked to me yesterday, and I really think he regrets it all. I don't want you to be mad at me for not hating him." The script mage looked over at her friend, and Lucy smiled softly at her.

"I would never be mad at you, Levy-chan. I was surprised at first, but then I realized that we should be more forgiving as well. I know Natsu's glad to have another dragon-slayer around, and what would Fairy Tail be if we didn't take in stray wizards?" Levy nodded in agreement. What a relief! I'll wait to ask her about their recent journey. Lucy's probably still tired and it's celebration time!

"Thank you, Lu-chan. Now what do you say to some celebrating!" The girls hopped back over the counter and joined in, celebrating the night away. Little did they know that one of their own was on his way to try to bring even more destruction into their home.

Guess what's coming next? Yep, the moment that Gajeel and Levy were shipped forever with no escape! I hope you enjoyed and I am open to all types of feedback!