A/N: Thank you to those who have read and enjoyed my story so far! I greatly appreciate the follows and favs. I am sorry for my long absence and actually have no excuse. So since I can't use any mobile data and work has been cancelled due to the weather, I decided it would be the best time to update my stories. Once I have enough data to safely use, this chapter will be posted…so if you are reading this then I have data again :D
I don't own Fairy Tail
Previously:
*THWACK*Gajeel's red eyes snapped open, menacingly.Natsu, Happy and I all shared a similar thought as Gray's face paled. Oh shit, Gray's dead.
As Gray realized what he had done, Gajeel began rising from his seat. His anger must have oversighted his motion sickness. Not wanting to be a witness to Gray's impending doom, I shoved Natsu and Happy out the train cart and shut the door. I hope Gajeel doesn't kill him for Juvia's sake.
We began walking, looking for an empty room when we heard a loud crunch. The three of us all cringed not looking back. That did not sound pleasant, poor Gray.
Natsu slid a door open and peeked in, "This one is empty guys." I shut the door behind us and sat down. "Natsu, you can lay your head down if you're feeling queasy again" I said while patting my lap.
Not one to miss an opportunity, he quickly fell into my lap and closed his eyes. Happy sat on the other bench across from us, "You liiiiiiike each other." Even though it was true, we both still blushed.
Natsu looked up at me and smiled, "Yeah buddy, we do."
Changing the topic, I ran my fingers though his hair and spoke, "Hey Natsu, what made you guys decide to take a 'manly' mission?"
He just shrugged, "Well you girls were going out on a mission so we just decided to take one as a time waster. Elfman was saying how manly everything was so we turned it into a competition really. Whoever takes down the most bandits gets to control the other two for a whole day! I can't wait to get the stripper and bucket of bolts to feed me fire food" he said with a wicked grin. Mavis, help the guys if Natsu wins this competition.
I just smiled at him, "Well you can do it Natsu, and you're undefeatable!" It's true…but I think any girlfriend would boost their boyfriend's ego a little.
We both began to fall asleep when Happy's ears perked up. Tucking his half eaten fish away he stood up, "Aye Natsu, our stop is next. We have to go make sure Gray is still alive."
Natsu and I both jumped up, How could we have forgotten about Gray?! He may not even be alive anymore!" We ran to the guy's cart and slung the door open just as the train came to a halt.
In front of us was a beaten and bruised Gray who was passed out once again on the floor. Thank Mavis, he's still breathing. Gajeel had a few bruises but nowhere as severe as Gray. He was also passed out; I think his motion sickness caught up to him again.
Wanting to be delicate in picking up Gray, I bent down to help him up. Of course, Natsu being….Natsu, he just grabbed Gray by the collar of his shirt and dragged him out of the cart. Alrighty then, I guess I have to wake Gajeel. Mavis help me now.
Luckily I didn't get a chance to wake up the iron beast. Right as I was reaching to wake him, Patherlilly walked into the cart with his little arms full of kiwis. He looked shocked to see me then looked at Gajeel. He quirked his eyebrow, "Since I saw Salamander dragging Gray out, it's safe to assume the two went at it? May I ask what happened?"
Not really wanting to explain the whole story since the guys have to get off I just said, "Let's just say that Gray's punch did not come to a sudden halt hehe" while sweatdropping. Lilly just smirked, "I'll take care of Gajeel, you girls just go and have fun. Also, if you don't mind, tell Levy we both said hey."
Walking out of the cart, "No problem, you guys have fun."
I began walking back to the girls cart when a hand grabbed my wrist suddenly and spun me around. "Hey what the—Natsu?! You startled me. Aren't you supposed to be getti—" I was cut off by the sudden kiss from my very own dragon slayer. I kissed him back wrapping my arms around his neck. After what felt like minutes, we both broke away for air. I opened my eyes a looked up at Natsu. He just smiled, "You didn't think I would leave without a kiss did ya'? Take care Luce!" Like that, he was off the train. Gosh do I love him.
Happy flew by me, "Aye, take care mo—Lucy!" Is Happy blushing?
Once the train began moving, I snapped out of whatever trance I had been in and walked back to the girl's cart. Sliding the door open, I was met with 6 pairs of mischievous eyes. Blushing, I went in and sat next to Levy.
It was quiet for a few seconds, "So…anymore questions about the key?" All the girls, Carla included began laughing. "What? Did I miss something?" I asked confused.
Carla was the first to regain her composure, "nothing child, just that you've been gone a good while and came back with swollen lips. My, my, what a bad example you are setting for our Wendy." While she tried to sound serious, she couldn't hide her smirk.
After everything had calmed down, the girls began answering questions again.
Wendy began, "Lucy-san, does this diamond key have any more attributes that you are aware of?" I reached into my bag and pulled the book from earlier out.
"Actually, this book has described other powers the diamond key is rumored to have, but does not outright say what they are. For instance, this note says 'The bearer of the diamond key will also wield the gift to produce their lover's specialty in celestial form. For this to proceed, the key must first be bonded with the love and lover's ability' there is more, but unfortunately this translation I am unfamiliar with. I was hoping Levy could help me with the translating." I finished.
Levy grabbed the book from my hand, "No problem Lu-chan, I can probably have this deciphered by the time we reach our destination." With that she on her magic glasses and began decoding the words.
While she was doing that, Carla broke the silence. "Lucy, if this key has been lost for many years, why has no one come forth with it until now?"
I sat back in my seat, "Honestly, I have no clue Carla. It could be the family just happened to upon it through inheritance or completely by chance. When I saw the request, I just had to go after it and see for myself."
Carla placed her cup of tea down, "I admire your determination Lucy. Just like that dragon slayer of yours; it's certainly a trait both of you share." I could help but tease her back, "You mean like the determination that Happy has by constantly giving you fish?" Carla blushed and looked away muttering something.
We all giggled at her blushing face. She liiiiikes Happy!
The train had come to a final stop signaling that we have reached our destination. Each of us grabbed our bags and got off the train. As we began walking to the requestor's home, Levy gave me back my book.
She took off her glasses and placed them back in her purse, "I finished translating the text Lu-chan. It was a language that is uncommon today, but luckily I learned this specific language during an early Shadow Gear mission."
I grabbed Levy and hugged her, "Thank you so much Levy. You have no idea how much this means to me. I can't wait until I get the key. Let's go girls!" We were all pumped for the mission and couldn't wait until we got our reward.
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