Hi. I'm Jade's Soul sister, Blair. Right now, she's doing incoheritable things. It's her time of the day , she'll be back to normal in a few hours. So, she left me to type this and of course she wants to say a few things first.

Hello Everyone! It's good to see the reviews and for that, I really want to thank you. :3 Just like I promised, Jellal and Erza will somehow become a couple. To answer LianneCherrie – Angel-chan's question, the song in the previous chap was sung by Colbie Caillat and was entitled Bubbly. Also, Special thanks to Freya-chan and Eldan-niichan. :3 Oh, and please read Chained by The Midnight Shadow Star.

Way Back Into Love

Natsu groaned feebly beside Lucy. The blond celestial mage sighed and looked out of the train's window. Across them, Juvia, Gray, Levy, Gajeel and Lily had the compartment all to themselves. The four – no five, counting the sleeping exsheed – were peacefully sleeping. In front of Lucy, Jellal and Erza were sleeping on each other's shoulder. Happy slept on Erza's lap. Lucy sighed once more. The fire dragon slayer beside her groaned feebly. This was the usual coming home journey after Jellal and Juvia joined them.

The blond looked at her companions and smiled. This mission, she had seen Erza and Jellal go extremely sweet. Literal ants swarmed them, which, luckily was their target. Lucy sighed and recalled the event.

~Flashback~

Erza growled. They've been searching in this ~enter insult~ forest for hours now and there wasn't a giant ant in sight. Jellal sighed; his hands were behind his head as he looked over at the scary Erza. Six feet behind them, Juvia was cowering behind Gray, Natsu, and Gajeel. Lily walked alongside Gajeel while Happy flew above the pink haired dragon slayer's head. Lucy, who felt like cowering wasn't a good idea, was shivering with Natsu and the two other boys. Levy, however was looking at the couple in front of them with keen eyes.

"Isn't it weird that Jellal-kun is the only one who can stay beside Erza and not be affected when she's like that?" Levy stated, crossing her arms. The boys nodded in response as Lucy and Juvia looked at their subjects.

"Juvia thinks that too. Why is Jellal-kun unafraid of Erza-san." Juvia said, stepping out of her hiding place and moving over to where the rest of the girls walked. Lucy looked up at them. Erza's aura already reached Jellal, yet he was so immune to it. He was even whistling a really happy tune. Lucy sighed.

"I don't know. But I wish I could figure out why he's so at ease with her." She stated as Erza's terrible aura grew two feet. The re-equip mage growled in frustration before slipping over some mud. She let out a surprised yelp, in a very un-Erza way. The group rushed forward but stopped a good two feet. Jellal caught Erza by the waist and their noses were touching. Jellal stared into Erza's eyes who had no choice but to do the same. They leaned closer as the rest of the team leaned forward anxiously. Juvia was teary eyed, Lucy clasped her hands together and Levy's mouth hung open with excitement. Gajeel's eyes bugged, Lily looked just as stunned; Natsu and Gray had their mouths open while Happy flew above them, a camera in his paws. (A/N: Where the heck did he get that?)

Time slowed down. Lucy felt like she was watching a romantic movie. She, Juvia, Levy, Gajeel, Gray and Natsu clasped hands. Only a centimeter! A sudden scraping noise can be heard from a bush. Erza and Jellal looked at the bush as a horde of red, giant ants came forth and rushed upon them. The ants didn't even mind the rest. The two lovers pulled away, each engulfed in black aura that intimidated and stopped the creepy crawlies from coming closer. Erza growled, so did Jellal. The two of the angry definitely scared them all.

"You destroyed the moment." Erza said with a growl that made the boys whimper. Jellal hissed in agreement and the two launched themselves at the ants.

~End of Flashback~

"Good Afternoon passengers! This is Captain Draco speaking. We have finally reached Magnolia." Lucy's thoughts were cut as Natsu grabbed her and dragged her out of the train, screaming 'I'm free!'. (A/N: Draco: You baka little sister! Why'd ya put my name there?)

Lucy sighed. She looked around her and saw the couples around her talking and laughing, including her team mates. She looked beside her to see Natsu grin. She smiled back.

"We're lucky that the ants didn't charge after us awhile ago." She told the dragon slayer who laughed in response. Happy flew overhead.

"Erza and Jellal together are scary." Happy stated simply. Natsu nodded in agreement, gently shivering as he remembered the terrible sight. Lucy laughed at his reaction.

"Lucy, you're acting weird again." Happy said. He and Natsu huddled together.

"Happy, it's called insanity when people laugh for no apparent reason." Natsu said, pretending to whisper.

"Aye." Happy said while glancing nervously at Lucy, who glowered at them.

"Natsu," She said, her expression even scarier than a hundred angry Erza and Jellal's put together. "I can hear you. And insanity is repeating the same thing over and over again, expecting to get a different result each time." She was about to glare at the shaking duo some more when Levy's excited squeal broke out.

"Look! I can see Fairy Tail!" She said, gripping Gajeel's hand running towards it, Lily smiled lightly and followed them. Gray smiled at Juvia and offered his hand. She smiled back, a small blush appeared on her face as they held hands and ran. Juvia looked down at Gray and her Jaw dropped.

"Gray-sama! Your clothes!" She screamed, pointing at the surprised Gray who cussed. Erza and Jellal looked at each other before sprinting towards the guild at full speed. Beside her Natsu and Happy wailed about being left behind. They ran forward, leaving Lucy.

"W-wait for me!" She stammered, running after her team members.

Lucy entered the guild, all tired and sweaty from their sprint. She put her hands to her knees as Mira called out to her from the counter. Gray and Natsu were brawling already, but Erza and Jellal were smiling and chuckling with each other in their own world. Lucy took a deep breath and walked over to Mira. She noticed the grass head beside Mira on the counter and nodded at him. Freed smiled in acknowledgement. The take-over mage grinned at her as she came near.

"Lucy, what happened during your mission? Why is Erza and Jellal... you know." Mira said, pressing an answer from her. Lucy smiled before sitting and telling the Mira about the entire mission. Silver haired barmaid's eyes grew bright and big. This was too good to be true!

~five minutes later~

Mira looked at Natsu, who sat down at the counter and was in deep thought. Beside him, Jellal leaned back, legs crossed and face tilted up to the ceiling. She took this chance to talk to them.

"Natsu, you're thinking about what song you're gonna sing, right?" Mira asked the pink haired dragon slayer who nodded before slumping over the counter.

"I can't think of anything. I don't even have an idea." He said. Jellal looked at him and focused on Mira.

"Mira-san, can you tell me how Erza was when she came and how she lived?" He asked her, a small blush crept up on his face. Mira grinned. All according to plan.

"I'll tell you, but, you have to sing this song with Natsu, and wear these." Mira said, momentarily ducking under the counter and bringing up a pair of tuxes and some music notes. Jellal picked some of the notes and smiled. Natsu looked at one, a big grin on his face. Jellal's face suddenly dimmed.

"Mira, I don't sing." He said, looking down. "I do know how to play the piano." He looked up, hoping Mira would allow him to pass the singing, but his hopes crashed when Mira shook her head.

"Do you want me to tell you every bit of Erza's childhood?" Mira said, her eyes twinkling in amusement as the blue haired man nodded. She chuckled. "So you have to sing." She said with a smile as the man slumped on the counter before being dragged by Natsu to the changing room. Beside her, a smaller figure giggled.

"You know, you're so good at bribing people, Mira-nee." Lissanna said with a giggle beside her sister. Freed laughed.

"She has a lot of talents doesn't she, Lissanna?" He said the younger take-over mage who grinned in response. Mira looked at her sister.

"Lissanna, Erza can now re-equip others besides herself right? Can you ask her to re-equip into a dress? Also to re-equip Lucy? And tell her that she'll be singing onstage, I'll give her a two feet tall cake if she does, ok?" She asked her sister who nodded in response.

~Another five minutes later~

Lucy smiled. Erza's really great at re-equip. Her hair was wavier than usual. A shiny blue clip nestled in her hair. Her sleeveless turquoise dress clung to her figure, shimmering a bit every time she moved. The slits on the sides of the dress made her feel comfortable. The matching sandals cradled her feet gently. She grinned at Erza who smiled in return.

"This is so beautiful!" Lucy said. Erza nodded. She wasn't too shabby herself. Her hair was in a beautiful cap hairstyle braided to the end. Erza wore a midnight purple dress that had spaghetti straps and was absolutely back-less. The dress was flowy but that didn't stop it from clinging to her figure. Purple laced sandals were strapped to her feet. The lights dimmed and everyone hushed. Two figures were on stage. One was behind the piano, the other was sitting on a chair with an electric guitar in hand. Erza sighed.

"That's our cue." She said, gently pulling Lucy beside her. Lucy blinked twice. They were gonna sing?

Once onstage, Erza made Lucy stand beside the guitarist while she went towards the pianist. Lucy blinked at the boy beside her.

"Natsu?" She asked, noticing the scarf around his neck. The said person looked up at her and grinned. She noticed the tux he wore. "Don't tell me. Mira?" She said, her voice was silent. She should've known.

"Mira's helping us out." Natsu said, a grin plastered on his face as he motioned at Jellal.

The piano began to play a soft tune as the spotlight zeroed in on other than Jellal who was playing the piano with so much emotion and gusto. He was wearing a tux, just like Natsu. His eyes were closed but he opened them and looked at Erza while playing the last notes. Erza closed her eyes, took a deep breath, gingerly held the mic and sang.

I've been living with a shadow overhead
I've been sleeping with a cloud above my bed

Erza closed her eyes and sang with the emotion she felt. This song was pretty much real. It referred to her life.

I've been lonely for so long
Trapped in the past, I just can't seem to move on

She closed her eyes feebly as a tear rolled down her cheek. Jellal looked at her with concern. With amazing skills, he played with his left and pulled Erza so she could sit on the chair with him and at the same time, he sang. His right hand returned to help his left when she was finally beside him.

I've been hiding all my hopes and dreams away
Just in case I ever need them again someday

His eyes never left the keyboard. After being possessed by Zeref, most of his dreams were destroyed. Only a few survived. One of those dreams was to marry his beloved.

I've been setting aside time
To clear a little space in the corners of my mind

He looked at Erza, she looked back at him. They both shared a feeble smile before singing the rest together.

All I want to do is find a way back into love

Erza smiled at Jellal. He smiled back. His fingers danced smoothly across the piano keys.

I can't make it through without a way back into love
Oh oh oh

Now, they were grinning. They loved each other's company, and he wasn't simply forced to do this. He loved her and she knew it. The strumming of a guitar joined in as the spotlight faded before zeroing in on Lucy. She was happy to see Erza's silhouette hug Jellal's affectionately. The guild's 'ooh's and 'aww's were voiced out. She smiled at her audience before singing.

I've been watching but the stars refuse to shine

She closed her eyes momentarily before looking up at the ceiling. She looked back at her audience, eyes scanning each face.

I've been searching but I just don't see the signs

She bent into a position was as if she was going to take a deep breath for a scream.

I know that it's out there
There's got to be something for my soul somewhere

She looked at Natsu who stood up, grinned and sang his part.

I've been looking for someone to shed some light
Not somebody just to get me through the night

He looked at Lucy. A huge grin plastered on his face. Lucy was his light. If he was fire, then she was the light.

I could use some direction
And I'm open to your suggestions

She smiled feebly at him. He grinned before stealing a swift kiss from her. She laughed lightly and playfully hit his arm. The guild's noi- *cough*cough* music rang out, loud and clear. They continued singing, seeing that they were getting off track.

All I want to do is find a way back into love
I can't make it through without a way back into love
And if I open my heart again

She held onto his arm. He looked at her. He knew that he wouldn't be able to live without her. She felt the same. They peered into each other's eyes.

I guess I'm hoping you'll be there for me in the end

They exchanged 'oh's from the song. Lucy looked at him with eyes that said you'll always be here, right? She walked to the middle and met Erza, who smiled like a mother to her child.

There are moments when I don't know if it's real
Or if anybody feels the way I feel

Lucy said each word with her head bowed down. It was true. And she was guilty of it. Shouldn't she be used to this? Erza looked at her with concern before putting a hand on her shoulder. Lucy looked up at Erza. You're not the only one. Her eyes seemed to say. A melancholic smile appeared on her face as she sang her part. It was more of comforting Lucy in a sisterly manner.

I need inspiration
Not just another negotiation

Jellal and Natsu grinned from their sides. The four sang together in perfect harmony.

All I want to do is find a way back into love
I can't make it through without a way back into love
And if I open my heart to you

Erza went to sit beside Jellal, leaning on him a bit. Lucy went over to Natsu, in a confronting sort of way.

I'm hoping you'll show me what to do
And if you help me to start again
You know that I'll be there for you in the end

The four exchanged 'oh's. Jellal placed a soft kiss on Erza's lips. Lucy smiled at Natsu. They were sharing the mic Lucy was holding. Just like the last time, it was moving downwards, giving them space.

Ooooh

Lucy sang the last part and Natsu stopped strumming. She faced him and he looked at her. The only instrument they heard was Jellal's piano after he broke his kiss with Erza. Natsu leaned forward, their noses touched. Jellal played the last note. In two heartbeats, the guild erupted into cheers, snapping the couple from destroying the proximity of their space, which was already 0.91324517 centimeters. Lucy smiled and blushed. Natsu grinned and pulled her close. The guild's noi-erm music blasted at their ears.

~Another five minutes later~

Erza, Jellal, Gray, Juvia, Natsu, Lucy and Happy began eating the two feet tall strawberry cake. Erza laughed shyly as Jellal wiped the icing off her face. The rest of their friends joined in.

"Hey, where'd your shirt go, popsicle?" Natsu taunted, after seeing Gray shirtless. The said boy looked at his bare chest and cursed.

"You perverted flame brain! I knew it! You anticipated it whenever I remove my shirt!" Gray said, standing up and showing everyone that he was only wearing his boxers. Natsu stood up, fists clenched with fire.

"You calling me gay, exhibitionist?"

"Oh, Did I? I didn't say anything, Pinky!"

"Do you want a death wish, Ice-head?"

"Sure, if you can, Flame Breath!"

"That's it! You're going down, Stripper!" Natsu said, his forehead banged Gray's. Lucy and Juvia both sighed before smiling at each other. Erza looked at them. Jellal smiled and laughed. Juvia and Lucy joined him as the two boys screamed insults at each other, freeze-drying themselves in the process. For once, Erza laughed at them.

The boys stopped and stared at her, no, the entire guild, except Juvia, Lucy and Jellal. Gray and Natsu smiled each other before joining the laughing bonanza. In a matter of seconds, the entire guild was laughing. Erza stopped laughing and wiped a tear from her eye.

"Natsu, Gray. Stop fighting." She said with a smile. Her commanding voice was there, but it was a lot kinder. Lucy smiled at Natsu. This was the best birthday gift Erza had.

Meh. I'm sure my sis did something to this. No this isn't Blair. I was struggling with the idea and yes, I need help. My music library isn't exactly updated and, if you want me to post fics with your fav. Songs, please tell me the title and singer of the song. The button is begging to be clicked.

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