Disclaimer: I do not own Fairy Tail or its characters. They belong to Hiro Mashima.
Soon, the weekend ended and Monday came around again. Levy was rushing to her first hour class due to her alarm not going off. She reached Mr. Clive's room and sat down just as the bell rang.
"Whew. That was a close one." Levy exclaimed
"Cut it kind of close there, don't you think?" Lucy giggled next to her
"Haha. My alarm didn't go off this morning." Levy explained
"I still can't believe your team won the way they did. Natsu said Igneel still had the red mark on his face yesterday." Lucy laughed
"Guess I just don't know my own strength." Levy replied coolly
"Do I need to separate you girls again?" Gildarts asked
"No, we'll shut up now." Lucy quickly responded
For the rest of class Levy and Lucy didn't talk to each other. All throughout class Levy was debating with herself on whether she wanted to tell Lucy about Gajeel walking in on her. It made a heat well up deep inside of her just thinking about it. If he had stepped in there even one second sooner, he would have gotten a full view of her bare torso. So close, yet so far away.
Once the bell rang, the girls made a beeline for their lockers. On their way, Levy decided she would tell Lucy.
"Can I tell you something without you laughing at me?" Levy asked shyly
"Of course Levy-chan. What's a best friend for if not to divulge all your deepest, darkest secrets to?" Lucy concluded
"Saturday after you left to go to the main house, Gajeel walked in on me pulling my shirt down." Levy whispered
"Didn't think you guys had gotten that far?" Lucy jested
"I-it wasn't like that Lu! Nothing sexual happened, but a blushing Gajeel is pretty adorable. He apologized several times and felt really bad for doing it. I don't like having a mopey dragon on my hands, so I reassured him that it was ok because it was an accident. He knows I'm not ready for that and isn't going to force me into having sex." Levy replied as she shut her locker
"KYAAA! That's so cute." Lucy squealed
"I think my parents are getting suspicious though. Mom almost caught us." Levy responded
"If they do tell them to shove it up their asses. You deserve to be happy." Lucy cheered
"That's a very Gajeel answer." Levy laughed
Levy and Lucy chatted for a couple more minutes before heading to their separate classes. Levy's classes seemed to drag on forever. She usually loved her classes, but this Monday morning was just boring and slow. Levy was going to go crazy. She wanted to see Gajeel and forget about school for a while.
Soon, it was time for lunch, which meant she could finally see Gajeel. Levy was getting ready to pick up a tray to get food when a pair of strong arms wrapped around her petite waist. She'd know those scarred and pierced arms anywhere.
"You know PDA isn't allowed. The cranky lunch lady will scold you if she sees this." Levy mused
"Can't help it. You're just so damn cute that I couldn't resist. Come to the table. I brought spaghetti and meatballs." Gajeel murmured in her ear
"Mmmmm that sounds so much better than frozen chicken nuggets." Levy giggled as she pulled away from Gajeel
Levy and Gajeel move towards their table hand-in-hand, ready to dig into their spaghetti. Everyone else was already sat down and eating by the time the couple made it to the table, so they wasted no time at all to get to their meal. Gajeel set up their meal on the plates and then they began to eat. Levy took her first bite and was in food heaven.
"Oh my God Gajeel! What are these meatballs made of? They are the best I've ever had!" Levy shouted
"Veal meatballs with thyme, oregano and a secret ingredient. Maybe one day if you become a Redfox I'll share the secret with you, but not until then." Gajeel replied strongly
Levy blushed at the idea of being Gajeel's wife someday. The thought of her having such a strong and loyal as Gajeel made her smile. The image of a little one with bright blue hair and piercing red eyes flashed before Levy's eyes, sending her over the edge. She was turning into Juvia, except she was in love with Gajeel and not Gray.
"Earth to Shrimp. You in there short stack?" Gajeel asked concernedly
"Yeah, sorry. Just got caught up in my thoughts." Levy laughed nervously
The rest of lunch was fairly quiet as everyone focused on their lunches. Gajeel noticed Levy was acting slightly off kilter and that made him worry. He didn't like seeing his Shrimp so flustered, unless he knew he was the one that caused it. He's going to have to ask her what's going on later.
Once the bell rang, Levy made a beeline for her locker. She couldn't get Gajeel's words out of her head.
I guess being a Redfox wouldn't be too bad. Levy thought as she opened her locker
When she opened her locker, a bouquet of flowers with a note were gingerly placed atop her books. She took the note and silently read it.
Baby's Breath for your innocence and purity of heart, a Red Carnation for deep, romantic love and passion, a Dahlia for your elegance and dignity, a Red Daisy because you just don't know how beautiful you are, a Pink Rose for your grace, a Red Rose true love and a Purple Tulip for forever love. All these flowers describe you perfectly Miss Levy. You are the most beautiful woman I have ever met and that will never change. Sincerely, someone that loves you more than you will ever know.
Levy felt so much wanting and love from this "mysterious" person. She chuckled at the thought. She would have to thank Gajeel in Calculus.
Levy got to Calculus before Gajeel with the flowers fresh on her mind. She was still flustered from Gajeel's comment at lunch but she was going to try her hardest to try and hide it from him. She knew if he knew the reason why he would certainly laugh at her.
Gajeel walked in coolly and calmly as he took his place next to Levy. He could tell that her demeanor had changed slightly. She was more cheerful and bubbly. Just how he liked his Shrimp.
Levy got up from her seat and gave him a big hug and kiss before Belno got in the classroom. She knew the elderly woman would scold them if she saw them in this state. Several students glared at their embrace. Gajeel was the first to pull away and rested his hands on Levy's hips.
"Thanks for the flowers. They are beautiful." Levy smiled, kissing his forehead
"What flowers are you talking about Shrimp? I didn't get you any flowers." Gajeel replied, a tinge of anger starting to appear in his voice
"Who else would give me flowers? I only like you like that." Levy innocently pondered
"It was probably one of your fanboys." Gajeel hissed as his hands gripped her hips tighter
"Now that I think about it, Droy is good with plants and is in a flower arranging class." Levy replied
"I'm going to kick his fucking ass." Gajeel fumed
"You will do no such thing! I don't feel that way about him. Don't hurt him and let me tell him not to do it again. He's like a brother, nothing else." Levy said as she raised her voice slightly
"If he does it again, I'm kicking his fat ass." Gajeel mumbled as he brought his face to Levy's chest
He'll have to ask her about what happened at lunch later as the bell has just rang. Belno saunters in and Levy immediately went back to her seat.
For the rest of class the lovebirds paid attention to Belno's lesson, but occasionally gave the other a slight glance. Levy really didn't want him to hurt Droy and Gajeel really just wanted this class to get over with so he could question her.
Soon, the bell rang and Gajeel escorted Levy to her locker to inspect the flowers and get answers. He leaned against the locker next to hers and read the letter. He's really going to kick that fatass in the dick now. Gajeel calmed down and fired away at the question that had been eating him up for the past hour and a half.
"So Shrimp, why were you so flustered at lunch?" Gajeel questioned
She knew this was coming, so she decided to answer truthfully. "Did you mean what you meant? I mean about me being your wife someday? B-because I-I'm only 16 and don't turn 17 until November and you are going to be 18 in February, but I-I guess I just got a little ahead of myself, huh?" Levy admitted as she laid her head against his broad chest
"That's what you were worried about? Levy, I don't know what I would do if anything happened and we ended things. We've only been together for a few weeks, but without a doubt I see you as my wife someday. Don't you doubt yourself. I made you a promise on Saturday, didn't I? I told you I was going to make you big Levy McGarden and Redfox's don't break their promises." Gajeel whispered in her ear, blushing like he never had before
"Thanks. That makes me feel really good about myself." Levy smiled as she pulled away from him
Gajeel gave Levy a light peck before they headed to their different 6th hour classes. Today in her Anatomy and Physiology class, Porlyusica gave them a test and Levy could not concentrate at all. Whether it was Droy's flowers and her worry about Gajeel doing something to him or her and Gajeel's conversation by the lockers, things just seemed more real now. Could he really see her as his future wife? She's just so small and weak and he's just so big and strong.
I told you I was going to make you big Levy McGarden and Redfox's don't break their promises.
His words played through her mind so many times that they were permanently ingrained in her mind. After the first 30 minutes Levy finished her test and tried and failed at doing some homework. That man was going to be the death of her sanity.
When the bell rang, Levy slowly got up and handed her test into Porlyusica. Before leaving, Porlyusica stopped Levy.
"You know how I feel about humans, but I couldn't help but notice that you were distracted during the test. That isn't like you Miss McGarden." Porlyusica sighed
"Sorry, I'm having boy trouble. I need to get to Ensemble before Mr. Bora gives me detention. He's giving us our songs today." Levy explained
After that, Levy rushed out of Porlyusica's and speed walked all the way downstairs to the choir room. Gajeel was right behind her and scooped her up before going over to his seat. Levy blushed and hid her face in his chest as he sat down.
"Why did you do that Gajeel?" Levy huffed
"Do you know how cute you are when you are mad Shrimp?" Gajeel smirked as he sat Levy up
"You're lucky you're hot or else I would have smacked you by now." Levy replied as she got up and brushed off her dress.
"Gihi." Gajeel chuckled
"Ok everyone take your seats and then we will get down to business." Bora shouted as he came from his office
Levy and the others quickly ran to their assigned seats. Everyone was eagerly anticipating the reveal of the songs they were going to perform at the Fall concert.
"Ok, looks like everyone is here so lets get started. Since our concert is in October, I decided our first song will be Thriller by Michael Jackson. Girls you will be singing to Skyfall by Adele as your second song and boys your second song will be Eye of the Tiger by Survior. And your final song will be Like I'm Going to Lose you by Meghan Trainor featuring John Legend. For the last song you are going to be in pairs and I have it posted right over on my door. So go and look at it and then I will continue." Bora explained
Everyone huddled around the office door to figure out their partner.
Pairings for Like I'm Going to Lose you are as followed and you are not allowed to switch: Juvia and Lyon, Levy and Gajeel, Wendy and Romeo, Mira and Freed, Minerva and Rufus, Yukino and Hibiki, Kagura and Ren, and Meredy and Jellal. Like I said before your partners are non negotiable. If you have a problem and things become hairy, then and only then will I consider switching partners around.
Gajeel wrapped his arms around Levy and spun her around when he saw that they were going to be partners. He was glad that the Shrimp was his partner. Truthfully, he was hoping for anyone other than Minerva. He would have forced Bora to switch him with someone else if it would have came down to it. Soon, everyone dispersed and had sat back in their chairs.
"Ok, now here is the big news. For this song we need a lead couple to sing the verses to give it a more intimate feeling. Yes, I realize you guys are only in high school, but I've already got Principal Makarov's permission to do it. And our lead couple is going to be Levy and Gajeel!" Bora exclaimed
"What?! How can you give it to that little tramp? Usually you give the lead to Seniors only. That skank is only a Junior. You should have given it to me and Rufus!" Minerva shouts
"While that is true Minerva, I believe their voices mold each other and fit perfectly together. Her smooth and silky voice harmonizing with his gruff and soul piercing voice is one of the best things I've ever come across in my few years as the choir teacher here at FHS. Also the dynamic of them being a couple makes them bring more chemistry to the table." Bora concluded
"Her parents don't even know they are dating! They hate his guts for being such a gigantic man whore and being such an enormous ass!" Minerva countered
Levy began to fume. Minerva has no right to talk about her Gajeel that way. Gajeel could see the steam coming out of Levy's ears and pulled her close to him to calm her down.
"Besides, he isn't even good in bed." Minerva jeered
Gajeel was getting ready to tell her off, but Levy couldn't take it anymore and snapped.
"First of all, my parents don't like him because of one bad meeting years ago when he was going through a rough patch and they hate the piercings. Good girls don't date bad boys they say, well screw it. He's mine and I don't give a crap. Second of all, you no longer have the right to talk about Gajeel's sex life," Levy turned towards Gajeel "Our sex life. And thirdly, he dumped your ass because you were using him and cheating on him. Who's the whore now? So, why don't you take your ugly ass eyebrows and step off bitch." Levy hollered from across the room
Everybody was frozen in place due to Levy's outburst. Levy was the shy, quiet and good hearted person, not someone who puts someone on blast in the middle of class. Soon, Levy realized what she had done and saw everyone staring at her. She apologized and sat back down in her seat, heavily embarrassed.
"Damn Shrimp! You put that bitch in her place." Gajeel whispered in her ear
"Ok, that is enough drama for one day. We will be meeting every Tuesday and Thursday from 6pm-7:30pm to rehearse. Practices are mandatory if you want your grade. If you absolutely can't make it, please contact me before hand. After all, there is only a month and a half until the big day." Bora said as he handed out the sheet music for their songs
Minerva scowled at Levy from across the room. She absolutely can't stand this. Something must be done. While this is going on Levy held her head high up to show Minerva she isn't intimidated by her actions.
After class, Bora pulled Levy and Minerva into his office for a little chat.
"I know you guys hate each others guts, but I can't have that happen in class ever again. Next time you two pull a stunt like that, both of you will get detention for a week." Bora lectured
"Yes Mr. Bora. I apologize for my actions and behavior." Levy mumbled
"Tch. Whatever." Minerva glowered
The girls left the office and Bora shut the door behind them. As soon as the door was shut Minerva shoved Levy against them wall with her forearm pressed against her throat.
"Lets get one thing straight bookworm, I will get you and you will give me the lead before the concert or else. I don't care what I have to do in order to get it." Minerva threatened before stomping out of the room
As Minerva left the room, Levy stayed behind for a few moments to stop choking and catch her breath. What was she going to do? Levy was terrified that Minerva was going to hurt her to get the spot.
Gajeel had been patiently waiting for Levy and when she came out, he could tell she was distressed and frightened. He pulled her into a tight hug, hoping that she would feel better and safer.
"It's going to be ok Shrimp." He hummed against her ear
"S-she's gunning for me Gajeel. I'm scared. What if she hurts me?" Levy fretted
"I'll fucking break her neck before that ever happens. No one fucks with a future Redfox and gets away with it." Gajeel grinned as he pulled away, causing Levy's spirits to brighten
Slowly but surely the pair make their way to Levy's locker. Gajeel gave everyone who stared at Levy a glare that would scare the devil. Levy opened her locker and handed her flowers to Gajeel so she can load her bag with her textbooks.
"You know I'm still pretty pissed about that." Gajeel barked as he shook his head
"You will get over it. I'll set him straight and it will never happen again." Levy promised
Before leaving to go to his locker, Gajeel gave Levy a juicy kiss. Before he left, Gajeel leaned down and leveled his head to her ear.
"Our sex life, huh? You just told me this weekend that you weren't ready." Gajeel smirked against her ear
"I'm not ready. Stupid Gajeel. I-it just came out because I was mad." Levy defended
"Whatever you say Shrimp. Text me later, ok?" Gajeel spoke as he returned to his normal height
As soon as Gajeel was out of sight, Jet and Droy came running over to Levy and gave her a great big hug. Ever since Levy had begun dating Gajeel, meetings between Levy and her boys have become few and far between. She wished Gajeel could see that they had no chance with her. Gajeel can be a very persuasive man and both of them would like to keep their dicks right where they are.
"L-levy? I have something to tell you." Droy spoke after their short greetings
"Just say it Droy." Levy said holding her flowers with her bag slung over her shoulder and across her chest
"I'm the one that gave you the flowers. I was just going to leave it like it was and leave it a mystery, but something inside of me wouldn't let me do that." Droy explained
"Thank you for telling me the truth Droy. I really appreciate them. However, I'm telling you for your own sake to not do it again. Gajeel got jealous and it took me quite a while to convince him that you weren't a threat to him. He was ready to beat you up." Levy replied with concern and worry in her voice
"Ok, I get it. Thanks for being upfront with me Levy." Droy frowned
"I love you guys too, you know." Levy giggled as she gave them both a big hug
Levy said goodbye to her boys and they walked away as if it were a major blow to their manhood. Levy felt kind of sorry for them, but she knew it had to be done. Now, all she had to worry about were midterms, the concert and Minerva. Nothing else would stand in her way. Or so she thought.
Thanks again for reading everyone. I wanted to point something out real quick. You may have noticed several pairings in this chapter. Now, just because I put two people together as partners doesn't necissarily mean that I ship them. I needed 8 guys and 8 girls and I ddin't just want them to all be from the Fairy Tail guild. Literally, the only ship of mine in there is Gajevy and maybe RomeoXWendy, but other than that the pairings are there forthe advancement of the plot. Just wanted to clear that up. Anyways thanks for reading and I'll see you guys next week. ALso, I've got the makings of my next story in the works, but its going to be a while until I get it out. Just wanted to let you know.