Sorry guys for such a small chapter...exams are on my head and I am not getting as much time as I would really like. Don't worry, the upcoming chapters will be real core action ones and hopefully Jellal will make his entry soon. And yeah, if you have any specific happenings or incident you want to take place in the chapters, do feel free to write in the review or PRIVATE MESSAGE me...

Till next time...!

KEEP CALM AND LOVE FAIRY TAIL...!


Chapter 4

Lucy was about to turn in for the night when an incessant ring of the doorbell made her jump. It was almost 11:30 p.m.

"Gosh! Who's so desperate?" she thought to herself as she whipped on her pink-white dressing gown over her white nightgown and went downstairs.

"Erza?" she said, surprised.

Erza was in her usual Heart Kruez armour but wore a grim look which Lucy usually associated with battle.

"Can I come in? I have got something to tell you," she said.

"Um...yeah. Sure," Lucy replied, standing aside to let her in.

The duo walked up to Lucy's apartment; Erza sat on the chair while Lucy clambered up her bed.

"Yeah...you wanted to say something?" she said.

"Acnologia has been sighted." said Erza grimly.

Lucy went pale with shock.

"What? You gotta be kidding me!" she said, horrified.

"Rest assured, I am not joking. Jura himself came and informed us; the guild is preparing to defend itself as we speak. And the city is being evacuated. We are trying not to cause a panic among the citizens-we have told them that a mock drill is being organized but it is really a light-weight excuse. Hopefully, the Magic Council sends in reinforcements quickly. I had Wendy talk to that Dranbalt guy so I expect the process will be smoother and quicker."

"Bu..but Erza...Acno-" Lucy was frightened.

"Calm down Lucy. I am scared too...the last time we were saved because we were in Tenroujiima and due to Mavis Vermillion. I don't know what to do now...I do not know of any magic that will be effective against a beast as powerful and as deadly as Acnologia. But we are Fairy Tail, and we will survive."

Erza got up.

"Come on, get ready. The others are waiting for us." she said.

Looking at the scared-to-death face of Lucy, she went and shook her holding her shoulders.

"Wake up Lucy Heartfilia, daughter of Layla Heartfilia and wielder of the Ten Golden Keys of the Zodiac. You are the member of the most powerful team of Fairy Tail, not to mention one of the best Celestial Mages of the world. You cannot afford to lose your courage like that. Get up and be ready to fight; not just for your own life but for the pride of Fairy Tail and also the pride of your own family."

Maybe it was Erza, maybe it was her speech or maybe just the name of her mother. But the vacant look in eyes gave way to a rare glow of power and steely determination.

"Thanks Erza. Wait up a couple of minutes; I will be ready." "That's more like it," said Erza with proud smile.


It was midnight when the girls reached the guildhall. Everyone was scurrying about hurriedly-Mira and Lisanna were helping Laki to make giant cannons using the latter's Woodmake, Warren was yelling out to-do lists telepathetically, Macao and Wakaba were overseeing Gajeel make the trenches to place the cannons and Levy was busy making designs of various weapons for Laki to make.

"Master, we have arrived." said Erza walking up to a table in the corner.

Makarov was sitting with Laxus and the Raijinshuu preparing a battle-plan on a giant sheet.

"Good. Everyone has arrived here it seems. I have sent Romeo, Wendy, Cana, Gray and Juvia down to the city to oversee the evacuation until the Evacuation Corps arrive. Lahar and Dranbalt are there too," said Makarov.

"Are you still sure about Acnologia, old man?" asked Laxus.

"I am. Jura would not have travelled all the way here otherwise." the master replied.

"We would need an entire force of Dragon Slayers to win against that thing," said Lucy in a worried voice.

"The last time, we weren't able to even scratch that thing's hide!"

"Did someone say Dragon Slayers?" said a familiar cocky voice.

"And did I hear someone exclaim in complete disbelief?" added another.

"This guild knows how to attract lots of problems," said a third voice.

"Oh you have arrived," said Makarov with a sigh of relief. Erza and Lucy did a about turn.

"Sting! Cobra!"

"Rogue!"

"I cannot say no to something that will let me fight against Natsu-san," said Sting, grinning in his usual carefree manner.

"And I will do the same for Gajeel-san," said Rogue.

"I want to return the favour to Fairy Tail for keeping Kinana under its wings," added Cobra.

"How? When?" Lucy spluttered.

"Jura-san called us up through the communication lacrima...and we came here as fast as we could." said Sting.

"Cobra, you are with Sabertooth now?" asked Erza, surprised.

"I am done with Oracion Seis...Lahar was kind enough to give me another chance with life-and I am not gonna blow it." Cobra replied.

"That's wonderful," said Erza, pleased.

"Oh yes...I have a message from Crime Sorciere; they are on their way here and will reach soon. Projected time is 1:00 a.m." said Rogue.

"Crime Sorciere? Jellal?" Erza exclaimed.

"Jura has informed all the correct people, I see" Laxus mused.

"So what's the battle plan, Master Makarov?" asked Sting, rubbing his palms in excitement.

"Nothing finalised as of yet...why don't you sit with Laxus and talk about it?" said Makarov.

"I will send Natsu, Gajeel and Wendy along."

"OK, suits me fine." he shrugged and took a seat along the table.

"So we will hop down to the city, send up Wendy and help the others with the evacuation," said Erza, preparing to go. "That would be fine." said Makarov.

"Come then, Lucy."

The duo then walked down the cobbled road to the city.

The night was lit up with stars and a full silvery moon-a poet's delight. But the natural beauty held no charm for the blonde girl as she matched steps with the red-headed armoured mage-she could hear faint strains of activity from the city. The cold night air made her shiver slightly; she should have followed her brain and worn a warmer set of clothes. But her heart commanded her to don that white-and-blue top, blue mini-skirt, brown boots alond with her trusty brown belt holding her whip and her gate-keys...the same dress in which she first came to Fairy Tail.

No, Fairy Tail is not over...it will NEVER be over!


Natsu Dragneel was in the most unlikeliest place-for him that is. He was in the library.

"Are you sure Happy?" asked Natsu for the seventeenth time.

"Aye sir! I remember Lucy showing it to me...it was here somewhere!" replied the blue cat, flying alongside the bookshelves as he read the titles.

"The Magical History of Fiore...The Gambler's Guide to Cards...Read your Own Fortune...Fire Treats and Tricks...A Book of Fishes...Natsu! Fishes!"

"Happy?!"

"Just kidding! The Everlasting Guide of Dreams...Damn! I swear it was here!" said Happy frustrated.

"Keep looking pal," encouraged Natsu.

"Ok Natsu...Battle of Bridges...Edolas-a myth?...The book...NATSU! FOUND IT!"

The pink-haired mage came running to his feline friend. Happy pointed at a black book with golden lettering.

"That's it! That's the book Lucy showed me!" said Happy excitedly.

"The Book of Zeref!" said Natsu astonished as the cat pulled it out of the rack.

"Good job Happy! Let's take it to Gramps...maybe he can figure out Acnologia with this!"


To say that the city was chaotic would be an understatement. People were running here and there; some with baggages, some yelling for their friends and family.

"Oh dear," Lucy groaned.

"It is chaotic indeed," Erza agreed as she took in the situation.

A middle-aged man came up to them; he was clad in his night pajamas and was carrying a too-heavy backpack.

"You are Fairy Tail wizards right? Is is true a giant dragon is going to attack the city?" he asked, trembling.

"Do not worry about that, please follow the instructions to assure your safety," said Erza in a kind voice.

"But-but...my shop...it's my livelihood, miss...if it's destroyed, i will be deprived of my daily bread!" he said with panic.

"Staying alive should be your first priority, sir. And do not worry about your earnings...the Magic Council will see into that." she replied calmly.

A hint of hope lit up his vacant eyes.

"Now go, sir."

"Thank you...miss-er.."

"Erza Scarlet."

"Erza-" Lucy began as the man walked to the line of the people preparing to leave their homes behind.

"Don't let it worry you...distract yourself from the chaos. Otherwise it will consume you."

"Bu..but"

"I know it's difficult. But you cannot afford get involved with everyone; it sounds harsh but to protect them, you have to become impersonal. Then only you can think rationally and practically. Panic is infectitious...and we cannot get affected by it. Because if we panic, who will protect Magnolia? So steel up Lucy."

Lucy took in a deep breath and exhaled. "Oh yes! Let's get to work, Erza!"