author's note set in younger years before lisanna's pseudo-death plus double dose of mischief :D truth to be told, i'm not sure what the punishment is. whatever natsu and gray were afraid of when erza dragged them back from the island?
prompt number 42, mischief
characters young!ft cast (sans lucy, wendy, juvia and gajeel) & makarov
disclaimer applies
plan better when you're up to no good
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"Look at this," Makarov ordered sternly, gesturing at the pile of paperwork sitting on the table. "This is all the work I have to do because of the trouble you lot have caused. You brats are the most troublesome bunch ever."
Natsu raised a hand and protested indignantly, "'jii-chan, the Magic Council is stupid." He immediately earned a punch in his face from Erza, while the rest collectively shushed him, save for Gray and Mirajane who were busy cackling away in agreement (for once). "What? It's true!"
Certainly it is, at times, Makarov thought to himself in amusement, though he maintained his stern façade in front of the youngsters assembled before him. Tapping his staff against the table impatiently, he stated, "All of you are to blame for the mess created. I believe a punishment is in order, yes?"
Erza stepped forward and bowed deeply. "I'm sorry for the mischief we've caused, Master. You may punish us in any way you like."
Just as the corners of Makarov's lips twitched upwards into a smile, Levy spoke up quietly, "Um, what exactly is the punishment? And why am I here?"
"Yeah, Master," Cana chimed in, narrowing her eyes at the old man. "Elfman, Lisanna, Levy, Laki and I weren't doing anything wrong."
"Us too!" Jet and Droy wailed in unison.
Laxus rolled his eyes and scoffed, "What did I do to deserve this? I was simply minding my own business…"
"Master," Mirajane walked up closer to Makarov, who was now sweating buckets. "Are you sure there isn't any other motive behind this punishment?"
Erza would've started a fight with Mirajane if it weren't for the fact that Makarov seemed unusually nervous all of a sudden.
"A-ahem. Perhaps I'll rethink your punishment," he coughed, averting his gaze from the children. Next time I'm up to mischief, I'll have to make sure my plan is flawless. Damn it…
