I decided to post two chapter's today since chapter 3 was just an edit. I hope you are enjoying the story so far. I have a weakness when it comes to describing places and people in my stories but I will do my best to create a good picture for all of you. In this chapter Nayuri meets the Devil Slayers. Enjoy!

Nayuri was overwhelmed with the sheer size of the building as she walked in. Fairy Tail was extravagant but this place was on a whole other level. The entrance was exactly how you would imagine an archaic castle. A black carpet stretched out in front of her as wide as the impressively large staircase in the middle of the room. It climbed up and then split two ways perfectly symmetrical as two winding staircases lead to the upper floors at each end. A closer look at the carpet and Nayuri noticed the woven stitching of the embroidery along the borders. It was a daggered pendant just like the one Sigilia wore and looking at the walls, the entire place was lit up with torches.

Gale smirked at the girl's reaction to the guild and hung his tunic up on a hook. He held his hand out for her hoodie and Nayuri snapped out of her dazed awe. She untied the clothing from her waist and handed it to him with a small nod of thanks before turning back to her inspection of the castle.

"Quite a cutie you've brought into our home Gale." A slightly high pitched voice said as Nayuri felt small hands traveling her body. She freaked out jumping away from the unknown visitor. Her cheeks had flamed up red as her eyes fell on the culprit. She had piercing yellow eyes and electric blue hair fell loosely to each side. Nayuri's eyes narrowed into a glare at the woman. The girl let out a giggle as she watched Nayuri with interest. It happened in an instant. Nayuri didn't even see the girl move but suddenly she was up against the wall and couldn't move.

"Now that is a cute expression. Where have I seen those eyes before?" Nayuri wanted so badly to smack this woman but her body wouldn't obey her. Their faces were inches apart as if she was preparing for an intimate kiss. Nayuri's eyes began to tremble.

Lisse could see the fear in the girl's eyes. It really was a familiar feeling but she supposed she should behave no matter how cute she looked, she was their guest after all. She released her restraints from the girl and reappeared in a bolt inches from Gale.

Nayuri moved to slap the girl like she wanted to but she was already gone. She was trying to recover from it all when another voice filled with humor cut in.

"Lisse, how many times do we have to go over this? You shouldn't frighten our guests."

The man looked over at her with his own interests in mind. Nayuri couldn't help but shiver as his eyes scanned her body. "Terribly sorry for little Lisse's lack of manners. She is really quite sweet once you get to know her."

Nayuri highly doubted that. She sent the girl one more glare before addressing the man. "Who are you supposed to be?" She realized she was being rude but really didn't care at this point. She felt like she had been violated. Honestly though, she was an outsider and these people had their reasons for being so isolated. She took a deep breath and calmed herself before correcting her sharp retort.

The man smirked seemingly amused at her sharp tongue. "I am, Haos my dear. You'd best mind your tongue. Some of the residents here aren't as forgiving as I am.

"I'm sorry, It's been a long day. I'm a bit irritable." She said as an excuse for her rude behavior.
"Ah so she can be submissive." The woman who she had put together's name was Lisse. She resisted the urge to spit poisonous words at the woman. "What is this place?" She asked gesturing around her to the huge castle. Gale was the one to answer her question which she was grateful for. She didn't think she could handle the creepy duo much longer.

"This is the headquarters of the independent guild Devil's Bane. We take on jobs and handle them as we see fit." He paused to let that sink in for a moment. So they weren't exactly a dark guild but they weren't all good either. She nodded in understanding. "We are composed of what most people call Devil Slayers. I am Gale. As the name suggests, I am the Wind Devil Slayer." He gestured to Sigilia. "Sigilia is our Shadow Devil Slayer." He looked around to the rest of the members of the hall. He wouldn't give up their secrets without their consent.

Lisse rolled her eyes. "Like I care Gale." She snapped her fingers and a spark of electricity flared from it. "I'm Lisse the Lightning Devil Slayer. Don't you forget me now cutie." She winked at Nayuri which made her roll her own eyes. "Oh she's going to be fun to have around." Lisse said with a light chuckle that seemed more sinister than it sounded.

When Gale looked at Haos he seemed to hesitate for a moment. Finally with a shrug he introduced himself properly. "Very well then. I am Haos, the Light Devil Slayer." He gave a very elegant bow. "A pleasure to make your acquaintance miss…?"

Nayuri listened to each of them give their introduction and ability with genuine interest. Her eyes widened as she realized she hadn't done the same. She quickly bowed her head politely as her mother had taught her introduced herself. "I'm Nayuri. It is a pleasure to meet you all." Haos raised an eyebrow at the sudden change in attitude and admittedly perfect regal introduction. Who on earth was this girl?

"Lisse!" A young looking woman with a peculiar light greenish-white hair falling in curls along her body came running down the stairs calling. "There you are. I've been looking all over for you. You were supposed to be in my room helping me sort my gems and—" The girl cut herself off staring at the unfamiliar face in the room that was Nayuri. She grimaced as she evaluated her attire and sense of fashion. "Who let the street rat in?"

Nayuri clenched her fist at her side. "A better question is who is this pompous princess?" She asked barely containing her frustration with all of the rude people in this house. Maybe it was better if she just moved on instead of risking an all out brawl with these people. She sighed and turned to Gale. It was time for her to go. "Thank you for your hospitality but I think I should go." She said honestly to the man who nodded.

"If that is what you wish." Gale said with understanding.

She sensed the danger right before it hit her. Turning quickly she saw the sharp object flying towards her. She let out a cry and held her hands in front of her face and her power exploded. A shockwave erupted from her body sending the Devil Slayers to the floor. Nayuri looked at her hands in awe. She was still blinking in surprise at what had just happened when the girl from before attacked again.

"Why you little…" She erupted from her spot on the ground charging at the unsuspecting girl. She was just about to pierce her with her crystal when a booming voice stopped her in her tracks.

"That is ENOUGH!" The man from before descended the stairs looking as menacing and powerful as he did the first time she saw him. She realized she had inadvertently attacked his guild members and her eyes widened in terror. She shook her head slowly.

"I…I didn't…I don't." She was clearly confused at exactly what had just happened. She had used her power before but it never manifested that way. The man's expression softened at her clearly terrified state.

"I will not harm you young lady. I am Akame Aiden. I am the owner of this castle and Guild Master of Devil's Bane." He took her hand gently which didn't stop her flinch. She could tell this man had incredibly terrifying power just by looking at him. What was it about him that seemed to overwhelm her just being in his presence? She had a feeling if he wanted to force her to follow him he could. She nodded and followed as he led her up the stairs. She paid notice to the different paintings and floral arrangements as they walked through and finally entered through a wooden door at the end of one of the hallways.

Nayuri entered the room and couldn't help her curiosity as her eyes fell on every bit of material in the study. The walls were lined with bookcases besides a small section of the wall that just had a black banner with what she had started to recognize as the guilds mark. Akame gestured to the chair in front of his desk.

"Please have a seat." His tone was firm but gentle as he himself sat in the chair across from it. She swallowed and nodded giving in to his commands. What have I gotten myself into, she thought? "Vermilion" He said with a nod. Nayuri's mouth fell open slightly in confusion at first.

"Ummm…what?" She smacked herself inwardly at the lame response. Akame chuckled which she had to admit sounded comforting coming from him.

"That is your name isn't it?" She opened her mouth to protest but Akame cut her off. "Do not worry young one, I will not contact your mother. I suspect she is worried sick about you right now though." He said taking a kettle and offering her a cup. She accepted gratefully and brought it to her lips holding the mug with both hands. It was sweet but not too sweet. She smiled and took a couple more sips before setting it in her lap. She guessed there was no point in denying it.

"Yes I am Nayuri Vermilion, daughter of Mavis Vermilion and Zeref Dragneel. H…how did you know?" Akame let out another chuckle. "It was rather obvious the way that light illuminates your body from the inside. I'm well acquainted with that power my child."

"How do you know my mother?" She asked a little timidly. She didn't expect to meet a friend of her parents. Akame seemed to hesitate a moment but he set his mug down. The gesture itself seemed to carry with it a serious tone.

"You dont remember anything that happened 10 years ago, do you?" He asked. Nayuri just shook her head. Akame sighed. "I wont go too much into detail. I'm not exactly proud of what we did but your mother saved all of us. That power you possess is incredible when used properly. I haven't spoken with your mother since that day but your father has been around. We discuss many dealings together and work together to keep the peace between Alvarez and Magnolia. I suppose you could say we formed an alliance." It was hard for her to imagine her mother as the strong and capable woman Akame described but she had heard stories of her mother's power. The only version of her mother she saw was the aggressively overprotective one that never let her leave the house and didn't care what her dreams were. She frowned at the thought. She couldn't deny she missed her family though. Akame nodded understanding her feelings quite well. "You are welcome to stay for as long as you like. I will go prepare one of the rooms for you. He stood up and walked to the door.

"Akame" She said softly. He stopped without looking over his shoulder. "Please…don't tell the others…about my family." Akame just nodded.

"Your secret is safe with me."