A/N: Still with me? Sweet!

Welcome to the third chapter of The Lost Warrior!

With this story getting noticed, I'm getting rather fired up!

This project of mine started as an idea and I wanted to roll the dice on executing my vision. And this isn't even my favorite project but it's my first so it's just as special. I continue to thank all readers/viewers for taking interest and supporting the story. I also want to thank all the authors for their stories involving a crossover between Fairy Tail and Dragon Ball Z. You men and women were the starting line for authors like me and I will do my best not to let you down. Your stories help give me inspiration as well as joy so again thank you.

That said, let's start the show!

Disclaimer: I do not own Fairy Tail or Dragon Ball Z. All rights, characters, and media belong to their respective owners.

Cover Art credit goes to Deviantart artist hsvhrt.

July 4, X784

Magnolia, Kingdom of Fiore

Fairy Tail Guild Hall

The most unpredictable, rebellious and energetic group of wizards known to Earthland was living just another lively day at the guild. Suddenly the doors to the guild burst open.

"Yo everyone! We're home!" Natsu shouted.

"Aye!" Happy exclaimed.

While some took this and went on with their business, others greeted the pink haired mage to an extent.

"Natsu my man! How's it goin?"

"Yo what's happenin Natsu?"

"Hey Natsu's back!"

"Welcome back Natsu!"

Several random members offered their greetings but Natsu had something else he needed to do.

A member of Fairy Tail was conversing with his own group of friends until he noticed Natsu heading towards his way.

"So you made it back eh? That's a surprise seeing how you cause trouble every-" this man was cutoff has Natsu delivered a haymaker to his jaw effectively knocking him out and causing panic in his friends.

Bardock saw this and took his cue to just stand off to the side. So he found a spot near the bar and leaned on the support beam and crossed his arms.

("That's an odd way to greet your comrades. I'll just wait till his boss shows up.") Bardock thought to himself watching everyone in the guild.

Lucy of course wasn't paying any attention as she simply took everything in. She had finally set foot inside the guild of her dreams. She had finally made it to Fairy Tail. Deep down she thought her Mom was smiling down on her and could only wish her mother was there with her in the moment. For now she just let the feeling sink in.

That only lasted a minute as something rather… unsightly came into view. Of course if you were a girl this wouldn't be the case.

"Hey! That flame brained freak get back? It's time to settle things between me and him."

Enter Gray Fullbuster, Ice-Make Wizard and Natsu's rival (on his good days a punching bag too).

Currently the raven haired boy was sporting less clothing than usual. Something one of his closest friends and fellow guild mate decided to point out.

"You um… going for a new look there Gray?"

Cana Alberona. Fairy Tail's resident drunk and an expert at card magic. She could also double as a fortune teller… or so she says.

Gray took in the comment that was just made and… well he didn't take it well.

"What the hell?! Dammit not again!" Gray said in a panic. The poor boy was now in his boxers due to a stripping habit he picked up as a kid. Seriously though… who teaches a kid how to strip? And why would anyone think giving a kid a habit like that is a good idea?

Lucy only blushed at this with a look of shock and slight mortification. But that wore off quickly as Gray ignored his situation and ran to join the brawl Natsu caused.

"Ugh… where's a good man when you need em?" Cana said while pouting.

"I swear the ones around here have no class… it makes me sick!"

Cana then took several gulps out of a barrel… yes a barrel, of the liquor she always asked for like a baby drinking its milk.

"Are you serious?!" Lucy said with her eyes comically bulging out of her head.

From behind Lucy, a deep voice could be heard.

"All these babies making so much noise…"

Out of the shadows came Elfman Strauss. A take-over wizard and an expert on all things manly… according to him.

"What they really need is man to step in the ring and show em how it's done!" Elfman exclaimed.

Elfman then made his way over to the brawl that Natsu and Gray were at the center of to announce his intentions.

"Get ready boys a real man's coming through!" Elfman shouted.

Sadly his manliness was no match for the combined power of Natsu and Gray hitting him with a vicious uppercut. The sheer force sent his manly behind flying off into nearby tables.

"Get real!" Natsu and Gray shouted in unison. It was always weird to see Fire and Ice team up in a brawl, even for a moment.

The brawl escalated as tables and mugs were being smashed to nothing.

"What's this? Why is it so noisy in here?"

Lucy turned her head to who spoke those words. She blushed at the sight of a handsome young man with spiky orange hair, wearing glasses and had an aura of awesome surrounding him… or douchery according to the men.

This young man was none other than Loke. A mage heavily featured in Sorcerer Weekly due to his good looks and charisma. Young women sought after this man more than beauty products and that was saying something. Loke was a bachelor of sorts and considered the top candidates in a poll of someone most likely to be some lucky girl's boyfriend… of course to Lucy that wasn't the reality she saw.

"Ooooh~ are you going in there Mister Man~?"

"Loke #1!"

"You're so awesome Loke~!"

"Well I'll do my best for you, you and maybe even you!" Loke said charmingly.

Lucy fell face first due to the fact that the respectable image she thought Loke had was smashed to bits due to the fact the young man had multiple women surrounding him. Of course this man was that type of guy… he could get women without even having to try he was that good. And now his audience was going to see him in action against the likes of Natsu, Gray, the rejuvenated Elfman and many others as the brawl was taken up a notch.

"Is there anyone here that's actually sane?" Lucy said while pouting on the floor.

"Hello there! Are you new here?"

Lucy opened her eyes and she couldn't believe who was squatting down to help her. She sprung to life and squealed, rejuvenated now that her inner fangirl came out.

"Oh my gosh! Like no way! You're Mirajane! THE Mirajane!" Lucy exclaimed in excitement.

Mirajane Strauss… Elfman's older sister, S-Class mage and Barmaid of Fairy Tail, and… the top model in all of the land. She is every otaku's fantasy girl and every girl's role model. Her sincerity knew no bounds, she had a smile that would light a fire in anyone's heart and… she was a sinister angel.

Mira took Lucy's hands in hers and continued to smile away. Lucy of course had pink tinge covering her cheeks and smiled right back someone she considered her idol… kind of.

"It's such an honor to meet you!"

"Oh shucks you flatter me!" Mira responded bashfully.

"Anyways are you here to join our guild?" Mira asked.

"Why yes I am! Natsu was kind enough to bring me here after all." Lucy explained.

"That's so sweet of him! I can't wait to hear how you two met!" Mira said gleefully.

"I'd be more than happy to tell you all about it Mirajane." Lucy said.

"Oh please dear, call me Mira!"

"Okay! By the way Mira?"

"Hm?"

"Don't you think you should stop this?" Lucy said nervously while pointing to the ongoing brawl.

"Oh no dear! You see this thing happens almost everytime." Mira explained

"Besides…" Mira was then cutoff when a glass of mystery liquid (it was beer, wine or something along those lines) hit her in the head.

"Mira! Oh no are you okay?" Lucy was going to gently shake Mira back to life but in a second that was deemed unnecessary.

Mira shot back up in the sitting position she was in before.

"I'm fine! And as I was saying before… I think it's best to let this run its course. It usually works itself out in the end." Mira said before giggling.

Lucy sweat dropped nervously at how easy going Mira was. Maybe Lucy's idol was as insane as everyone else and was just hiding it well. This was proven true because Mira now had blood coming from the cut on her head and paid absolutely zero attention to it.

Both noticed how the fight escalated to where magic was about to be involved. Natsu was in flames and lauging like a maniac, rarin' to go. Gray lost his boxers and was in his birthday suit, making him even madder than before because his misfortune was caused by his rival. Elfman was letting out "manly" war cries as he jumped in transforming his arm. Loke was an unknown but his ring lit up because he was fed up with the indecency of his guild. And Cana had lost all patience since she couldn't enjoy her drinking in peace, so now her cards were literally going to be in play.

"Magic?! In here?!" Lucy exclaimed in fear.

"Oh well this could get a bit complicated…" Mira said smiling and a bead of sweat appearing out of nervousness.

Before anyone could really let loose, a commanding voice got everyone's attention.

"Enough! Cut this out immediately you brats!" A Giant yelled, voice echoing throughout the building.

"Holy crap!" Lucy squeaked out.

Everyone was now facing off with their opponent, no one making a move. Given who this giant was, everybody stood down from the fight and simply walked away. Gray went to find clothes, Cana made an order for more liquor and Loke… well his "fans" wanted to "reward" him for a masterful performance in the brawl. Natsu of course had other ideas.

"Bwa ha ha ha ha ha! You cowards! Don't tell me you're scared?! Then that means I win ha ha-" Natsu was cut off as the poor boy was then stomped on and let out a yelp.

"Oh come now Master, don't you think that was a bit much?" Mira asked.

Bardock walked forward and joined the duo of Mira and Lucy, arms still crossed.

"Huh? That's your Master?!" Lucy said in shock.

("Natsu's boss I assume… he's big.") Bardock thought sizing up the giant before him.

"I see we have new friends here, correct?"

Bardock responded by narrowing his eyes and letting out a low growl. Lucy on the other hand was frozen because the sheer size of Fairy Tail's master made her fear for her life… just look what happened to Natsu.

"Y-yes sir?"

"Graaaaaah!"

Lucy started sweating bullets as the giant then slowly shrank down, revealing a pint sized man wearing odd clothing.

("Now this makes more sense.") Bardock deadpanned seeing the Master's true form.

Makarov Dreyar. He's one of the legendary Ten Wizard Saints of Ishgar, the third master of Fairy Tail and one of the wisest men in all of Earth Land. Of all the Guild Masters in the Kingdom of Fiore, Makarov is special because of above everything else he stresses the importance of a magic guild as family and not some place to simply make money with your gifts.

"Nice to meet ya!" Makarov greeted the two. Mira of course giggled at this.

"U-um hi?" Lucy nervously greeted.

Makarov then jumped up and performed several backflips in the air, attempting to land on the railing on the second floor. He stuck the landing only to slip and fall, to which several members of the guild cleared their throats to forget they saw that.

Master Makarov then found his balance and composed himself to speak.

"Now then, onto business my children. It seems the Magic Council is quite displeased with the lot of you."

Bardock raised an eyebrow and leaned down to Lucy.

"Just who is this Magic Council? Are they the ones in charge of all the guilds?" Bardock whispered.

"Pretty much. They do the rules and regulations for how magic guilds operate. I bet someone here can explain it better than I can though if you ask around." Lucy explained.

Bardock nodded his head and corrected his posture to listen to Makarov speak.

Apparently this group of knuckleheads Natsu associated with had done a lot of great deeds during these menial tasks called "jobs". Wizards from every magic guild apparently took jobs to make money for themselves and the guild. However during the jobs each of Natsu's guild mates had taken, something went horribly awry even though they fulfilled their tasks, hence the complaints from the council.

Gray had made some bandits regret raiding a village and picking a fight with him, only to have complaints about his exhibitionism by the majority of the population… minus the elderly and teenage women. Wait a minute… why would the elderly women not complain? Actually scratch that, best not to know.

Elfman accepted a VIP protection job only for it to backfire when said VIP insulted his intelligence… and his manliness. Not the best move.

Cana was in trouble for her drinking habits. Had to be a record this time fifteen… no twenty kegs during the job. No details on the job though… oddly enough.

Loke had seduced some big wigs daughter during a job request he had taken. Not surprising at the least.

Natsu, obviously did the most damage. Lucy noted that a lot of the complaints about Natsu were featured in Sorcerer Weekly. It didn't surprise Bardock at all given what Bardock saw in Hargeon 2 days earlier. Adding to the damage in Hargeon was the destruction of some private homes, a clock tower and the destruction of several transports he had rode.

More wizards were named off… Team Shadow gear (Levy, Jet and Droy), Alzack, Bisca, Warren, Reedus… geez who shoved poles up the council's asses to make them hate Fairy Tail so much right?

"Even with all your righteous deeds you've managed to make the council mad at me you bunch of ingrates and with that…" Makarov trailed off.

Most of the guild looked ashamed of themselves. But no one could have predicted what happened next.

Makarov then lit the complaint papers on fire surprising his two guests.

"The council can shove it where all the stars don't shine!" Makarov exclaimed defiantly.

The flaming papers then fell to the first floor where awaiting them was a hungry Dragon Slayer who was previously stomped out.

Bardock and Lucy then listened to Makarov make a passionate speech about the power of responsibility and magic. He mentioned how magic is a part of the beings on the planet, this guild and a part of the world. He also mentioned how the guild members shared a connection to the world and to each other. He ended his great speech with a statement that made Bardock smirk proudly.

"Don't you dare worry about those old farts sitting their butts in their comfy chairs (irony since he sits in a bar and likes to drink). Let none of them hold you back! Follow your path in your own way for that is how we do things because we are Fairy Tail!" Makarov exclaimed.

The guild erupted into a joyous uproar. Lucy knew from that moment that she belonged here.

("They're a bunch of fruitcakes… but at least they got spirit. Guess I can stay here for a while.") Bardock thought smirking.

Sometime later

Bardock was approached by Makarov about the possibility of joining the guild. Bardock of course had better things to do and bigger things to worry about but… he would consider the offer. Until then Makarov asked Mira to give Bardock as much food as he possibly needs and treat him as a welcomed guest. Bardock didn't disclose the details of his story to Makarov or anyone else in the guild, figuring it wasn't the right time. He could use this connection to Fairy Tail to get jobs, make money and find out exactly what is threatening Earth Land, because he was relatively in the dark on details.

Also, as Natsu's new friend people started getting curious but were somewhat hesitant to approach him. He had to admit that he was pretty intimidating but he wasn't totally anti-social. Anyways, he made sure Natsu kept his mouth shut about his origins and in exchange they would get a rematch much to Natsu's excitement. So Natsu was tight lipped mainly stating he met Bardock in Hargeon same as Lucy and nothing else. Although he could tell the pink haired fire user wanted to share badly but didn't want to miss a perfectly good chance at a rematch. For some reason Bardock might have thought Natsu had Saiyan DNA in him. Then of course logic overruled this and related it to him being a Dragon Slayer.

Yes, Bardock learned of Natsu being something called a Dragon Slayer, a magic long lost to time. Not only that, Natsu was raised by a dragon before said dragon disappeared. The previous day, everyone got acquainted with their abilities including Bardock. Natsu, Happy and Lucy of course were surprised that Bardock didn't use magic at all. If only they knew how much he was holding back…

Lucy got a pink guild mark on her right hand, credits to Mira. She then went off to show off to Natsu who dumbly enough congratulated her but got her name wrong. The moron… anyways he then got up to go find a job until something caught his senses while at the job board.

Bardock was hanging out near the bar when he noticed the same thing Natsu did. A young boy by the name of Romeo had confronted Master Makarov over an issue. The two overheard the conversation.

"Mister Makarov sir is my daddy back?"

"No."

Bardock leaned against a support beam near the bar and crossed his arms. Lucy had taken a seat at the bar close to where Mira was while she was cleaning glasses and mugs.

"I wouldn't worry so much little Romeo. Your father is quite the wizard so I'm sure he can handle himself just fine. Just be patient and wait for him at home." Makarov said calmly.

"But Makarov sir, he said he would be back in three days and it's been a week already. I beg you please find my daddy!" Romeo was brought to tears and pleaded.

Makarov being the stern father figure he was had to set the boy straight.

"That's enough boy! As I said before your father is a capable wizard and if this job proves otherwise he doesn't deserve to be in this guild! Now go home drink some milk and wait as I instructed!" Makarov commanded harshly.

Romeo had tears streaming down his face upset at the cold hearted nature that was so unlike the Makarov he heard of, met and known for some time. He couldn't hold back what he did next.

"You jerk!" Romeo said socking Makarov in the face.

The boy then ran off sobbing letting what took place settle into the minds and hearts of those close by.

"Don't you think he was a bit hard on him Mira?"

"Don't worry. The master is worried as well but does his best to keep everyone strong in a situation like this." Mira explained.

Bardock didn't think much of it. He of course came from a warrior culture and much was expected from Saiyans from birth. Infant Saiyans were usually sent off to other worlds in order to help conquer them. It was something of a rite of passage. Even the childhood of Saiyans weren't typical; usually kids spent their time fighting each other instead of playing around.

So Bardock simply stared at the doors where Romeo exited. Then he shifted his gaze to see that Natsu was upset by this and left a hole in the request board with a request shoved in.

"Hey Natsu! You broke the board!" Neb noted annoyed.

Lucy saw Natsu heading out, Happy in tow.

"Natsu?" Lucy said curiously.

("Kid is definitely making this personal.") Bardock thought to himself.

"Where's he heading off to? And what's gotten into him all of a sudden?"

"At one point Natsu was like Romeo… or still is."

Bardock and Lucy shifted their sights to Mira.

"Tell me you two, did Natsu or Happy make any mention of him being raised by a dragon?" Mira questioned.

"The fur ball mentioned something about it right?" Bardock asked walking over.

"Yeah. Happy said that a dragon taught Natsu how to use the magic we saw in Hargeon. Plus that this dragon raised Natsu at one point but I didn't think he was serious." Lucy explained.

"Well, the dragon was actually his adoptive father. His name was Igneel."

Bardock crossed his arms again not fazed by the news that he already had a feeling to be true. He only heard enough bits from Natsu's furry friend to make some sort of connection.

Lucy of course was surprised. Her mouth agape and eyes widened, she tried to process the information she was receiving.

"You see… Igneel taught Natsu much and raised him for a certain period of time. Igneel was kind, wise and a wonderful dragon who gave Natsu a great deal of knowledge as well as power. But the most important thing he gave our favorite fire breather… was love. They lived peacefully together until one day…" Mira trailed off. She then looked down at the glass she had polished with a sad smile.

"One day Igneel simply disappeared without a trace."

Bardock again had no reaction but felt a little sympathy for one of his first true companion (acquaintance or ally but still the same crap) in a new world. Lucy let a gasp slip through her lips. Her heart ached at the thought of how much pain Natsu was hiding from her, even in the short time they knew each other.

"A few days ago, Natsu heard a rumor about a Salamander in Hargeon and figured he would find Igneel there. Given that you two were there, you know the rest of the story by now." Mira said somberly.

Lucy looked back at the doors and was nearly out of her seat.

("Oh Natsu…") Lucy thought with concern.

("Kakarot… ") Bardock thought to himself. This talk of fathers and sons brought up some painful memories that made him grit his teeth. Bardock felt a tug in his very being, telling him to make sure that the boy didn't go through this thing alone.

"Here at Fairy Tail… we all have pain in our hearts. We do our best to hide it and try not to let it come to the surface. Even me…" Mira trailed off sounding sad which was a bit unusual for those who didn't know her full story.

Bardock caught those last words and would remind himself to ask Mira what she meant later. Lucy on the other hand was a bit confused by what Mira meant but Mira corrected herself before Lucy made anything of it.

"Don't worry it's nothing!" Mira said resuming her upbeat mood.

Lucy of course doubted this somewhat but not to the extent of Bardock who then tapped her on the shoulder.

"If you wanna back him up go for it. I'll catch up."

Lucy looked at him with wide eyes. He simply nodded at her and her face became serious before replying with a nod of her own.

"Alright. I'll see you later Mira!" Lucy shouted running out the door.

Mira waved her goodbye before turning to Bardock. She noted the expression on his face was deadly serious. Did her words somehow strike a chord within him?

"Old man."

Makarov turned his head while sitting on the bar.

"Yes Bardock?"

"There's a lot we need to talk about… like why I'm here." Bardock said narrowing his eyes and clinching his fists.

"Oh?"

"For now understand that I'm playing this one close. And…" Bardock started before walking forward, passing by Makarov a short distance before stopping.

"I'll join you on the condition that you help me out. All I need is solid info that would be related to my mission."

Makarov grinned devilishly at this. He didn't know how strong Bardock was but he had a clue. But what made him curious was Bardock's untold story and what this mission he was on had to do with Fairy Tail. For now…

"You've got a deal my boy!" Makarov exclaimed.

Bardock then nodded his head and let out a grunt. And before anyone knew what hit them, he flared his aura spiking his power up.

Makarov of course, like the rest of his guild was at a loss for words. Bardock's power was great and it was unlike any they had ever sensed before.

("His power… just what can he do?") Makarov thought.

Bardock then took off into a short sprint exiting the doors before flying into the skies above Magnolia.

Everyone close enough… their jaws immediately dropped. Makarov was flabbergasted beyond all recognition. Mira of course tried to snap him out of his stupefied daze.

"Um Master?"

"Did… did he just fly?" Makarov asked trying to recover from the shock.

"Yes. Yes he did Master." Mira confirmed.

"Okay good. Just making sure my old eyes aren't playing tricks on me as all… hehe…" Makarov nervously trailed off.

A/N: Let's just say it's been a while since Makarov last saw someone fly.

Welp, that was Bardock's little introduction to Fairy Tail. In exchange for keeping quiet on Bardock's brief telling of his origins, Natsu will get a rematch at an untold time and place.

Lucy of course hasn't disclosed the fact of who she really is and that won't come into a factor until the Phantom Lord Arc. Plus, even in the world of magic she was skeptical of the backgrounds of both the Saiyan Rebel and our favorite Fire breather.

Lastly, look at the upcoming event with Macao as something that brings our four core characters together. Eventually that four grows into more but still you will see some bonding and character development. Although truth be told, I'm doing an average job at best in that department.

Stay tuned for when a dragon, a princess and a cat with a timely appearance by our Saiyan warrior save Macao!

See ya later!