Fairy Tail is over,and according to people Jerza didn't sailed . Well , I think differently , it never ever needed to be sailed because it was already cannon from start... is kiss or any other form of physical intimacy is the only way for a ship to be cannon ? Jellal and Erza belong to each other and it's not dependent on mere attraction rather on souls. what they have is so pure and is above any kind of physical expression of love . Though , I admit I wanted them to have at least one little Jerza girl ... but ehh it's okay. anyways , sorry for not publishing earlier . hope you enjoy it , coz i genuinely did while writing.


"Crime Sociere ? really? where are our capes ?" Gray's words were laced with his trademark verbal edge and sarcasm , which Natsu took seriously being so literal minded .

"We get capes ? Man , I'M ALL FIRED UP !" Natsu was in state of rapturous excitement that was bordering on the levels of insanity . His movements were like octopus on a bad acid trip . Limbs moving according to the chaos theory rather than anything a behavioral scientist could explain.

Already doubting the counter-stratagem of this mission, accompanied by Natsu's well known propensity for stupidity . There was a amount of foolishness he can handle in one day "No , You Fool ! That was sarcasm".

"GEE-HEE ! Pyro , you want to be a superhero ? Gajeel gave a brief , sardonic laugh as he looked at him.

Natsu as expected flamed out , angered by his taunt he slammed his head with him , daring him "What's wrong with that METAL-FACE?"

Gajeel a slight refined version of Natsu but eventually 'of Natsu's' took the challenge and mocked him again "Maybe , you should go and play with 1st graders , they might have a spare cape for ya !"

"WHAT DID YOU SAYYYY?"

"YOU HEARD ME ! You're worse than the preschooler's"

"KNOCK IT OFF ! YOU KNUCKLEHEADS" Gray was very well aware of the presence of their captain and most importantly the person he loathes. Jellal was the last man he wanted to see their incompetency as a team , it vexed him and the two idiots weren't making things easier for him .

"Who are you calling knuckleheads?" Natsu jerked his head in direction of Gray, so did Gajeel.

"OF COURSE , YOU BOTH ! TABASCO FREAK " He knew that tension was high , he should have just given them olive branch instead of enmity but that isn't easy with them . He got this urge to smack them both down but if he does that , it would defeat the purpose of him intervening in the first place.

"COOL IT OFF ! ICE-BOY " This is between me and Pyro " Gajeel huffed , gritting his teeth with an effort to keep up with them.

"I would have , If you two ass-hat weren't such pea-brain" His words were spat with ferocity ad rapidity of machine gun , blood rushed to his head making him dizzy and completely forgetting about the presence he was fully cognizant moments ago.

"YOU WANNA GO AT IT" That was all the encouragement Natsu needed to kick off the rumpus and as the clamor escalated , it became to clear to Jellal what Laxus meant by 'Baby-sit'. Hell ! he knew Natsu and Gray were dullards but Gajeel too.

His brain was reeling but he did his best to appear calm . From the corner of his eyes , he glanced over Laxus sitting in one of the executive chairs , his face cast him as deadpan look he could manage but there at the corner of his somber lips would be a crease of amusement. Clearly evident that he won't be helpful , Jellal heaved a sigh . Now his mission and faith of fiore relied upon a yobbo,a stripper and an gang-member.

"IF YOU CAN'T SHUT YOUR TRAPS , THEN GET OUT !" His voice was harsh as he enunciated each word carefully , unlike Erza he never used his fist but his words packed a powerful punch . Carefully spoken without any drama , his word had an air of finality to them and no matter how hard anyone railed against them , nothing would change his mind .

Silence hung in the air like a suspended moment before falling glass shatters on the ground "As much as I want you all , I won't allow you to make a mockery out of this " This was his team and he would take control of it . He can always compensate their idiotic idiosyncrasy by logic and discipline "Think it's some spy-movie , where a handsome agent saves the world , get's the chick and then rode off to the sun? I have a news for you , what we are about to deal with is the 'Darkness'. It would kiss your skin and whisper excitement into ears . It'll be your best friend. It's funny and glib , flattering and cool . It'll be your favorite thing right up until your exits are blocked , then it has no reason to hide . If you don't understand your motivation and emotions , you're trapped forever.'Like Me' . So , if you're not upto the task then Leave ! else get your asses on those chairs".

The three of them nodded their agreement and eased into chairs , unable to speak temporarily.

An impish smirk passed his features "you do realize , after this there's no turning back".

"We know that BLUE !" Gajeel rapped "We're here , We're in ".

Jellal smiled in satisfaction and continued "Now, As I said our team's name will be crime sociere and you'll be doing the same shit you do everyday but in a different way"

"And , what way that would be ?" Gray gruffed . Jellal could sense distrust radiating from him like heat-off radiator . But this won't work , if he'snot on board. He knew he had to keep him intrigued in order to have him " Easy there , Fullbuster ! All in good time . For now , your skills need to be polished".

"POLISHED?" Natsu was confused and incoherent and others also didn't get much sense either.

"YES , I went through your records , files whatever you say. Basically through your life , You three belong to EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal). Natsu likes to blow things up. On the contrary , Gray stops them from blowing while Gajeel is sharp with guns . We need that and as I was told you're the best in magnolia , That won't do . You must get better . Before , commencing this mission you all be taking training".

"Let's GO ! I'M ALL FIRED UP NOW !" Natsu once again got carried away in the flurry of excitement " When do we start ?"

"Pretty soon ! Go home , Kiss your beloved spend time with her or go to strip club , have the best sex of your life . I don't know , do whatever the fuck you want to coz after that you won't be able to , for a while". He held a commanding presence and deep authoritative voice "Not a word out about this , Loyalty is a two way road . If I'm asking for it , You're getting it from me".


The group trailed back from the conference room , Laxus and Jellal were the last "That went Pretty well" They could hear clack of their shoes walking past the crowded hallway , towards the exit.

"They needed to know , who's the boss"

"All's good , If the boss know the difference between revenge and avenging "Jellal stopped in his tracks and a grim expression furrowed his brows " What do you mean ?'

A deep sigh shuddered through Laxus's body as he laid his hand lightly on one of Jellal's shoulders "It' not easy , but if it's about him you should reconsider . After all He's your ..."

"I'meet you and the other's at Ultear's " Laxus was cut short by him . He took the hint and didn't press it further . He removed his hand form his shoulder and stuffed it into his pockets "How'd you know ? She threaten me to keep it a surprise . Man , women in your life are damn scary !".

"Say's the man who married the she-demon " Jellal chuckled at the jest even counter it "I've been working with FI (Fiore Intelligence)for years , surely that accounts to something ".

"Well ! For what's worth , pretend to be surprise. You don't want to piss Satan off " The reached the parking lot as Laxus got into his car "You sure ,don't want a ride "

"NAHHH... I'll walk"

Laxus fastened his seat belts and switched on the ignition key and as the engine began to make rumbling sound , he glanced over him with solemn expression "Think about it , Fernandez ! It's not too late !'

With his last word , he drove off ...Leaving Jellal alone "It's Late , All Debts Have To Be Paid".


As the car sung to the lonely roads of magnolia , Erza relished the roaring wind that twirled her long scarlet hair and whistled in her ear . It was Friday night , Wally and others went to nearby club for drinks , Lucy had some prior commitments with Natsu and Wendy , she herself sent her home early . everyone seemed to have plans today , except for her.

She was preparing dough for tomorrow's batch ,when she received a frantic call from a women saying that her dinner party would be ruined , if her guest didn't get the taste of Rosemary's finest creations. Normally , she won't take any orders after 8 but the woman , seems to be in dire need and it also help the fact , order placed was a huge one approximately 12 boxes of cheesecake and cookies . Rosemary could definitely use some-extra cash . So here, she was at the 'Tower Of Heaven' delivering her creations.

The house was grey . It was large , certainly , almost intimidatingly . The paint work on the trim was brilliant white flawless and the path wound to a double oak front door , was a loose pea-shingle that she knew better to use. As a request from her client , she was asked to use the backdoor so that her client doesn't have to suffer the humiliation of messing up earlier . she left the boxes in the car and moved towards the backside of the house , the windows weren't the large one that are so fashionable now but more of the size , she used to see in old country cottages and like them they were mullioned . she could see shadows moving and hear soft muffling sounds.

At the backside of the house , she gave a quiet and soft knock on the door and then their was complete silence . After a while , the door opened a raven-haired women stood before her. "OH MY , ERZA !" Ultear exclaimed , a feigned look of surprise on her face.

"I came here to deliver the cakes " Erza tried to mull it over but her brain became spinning top , it had been a while since she last met her or even saw her . Now she was standing at her doorsteps , she didn't know what to say or to do.

"Oh yes , sure . It's good to see you , Erza " A triumphant smile appeared on her face "Come in , since you're here please join us".

"Thanks for the offer , but I have work back at my bakery"Erza fervently opposed the invitation. Back in her mind she knew , if this was Ultear's place and there's a party going on .. he's bound to be here.

'It's okay , Erza ! just give her the damn cakes and LEAVE '.

"Oh , but could please bring those cakes and place them in kitchen , while I bring the cash" Erza reluctantly conceded to her request 'just leave the cakes and RUN!'

"Sure"

She entered her kitchen with uncertainty while Ultear disappeared somewhere in the living room. She started placing boxes one by one carefully on the carefully on the table bringing from her car.

'Hurry ! Erza!'


Jellal , along with Wendy arrived at Ultear's place around 7:30 . Till now, everything was good. Just as he predicted 'THE OLD FRIENDS' she was speaking turns out to be his team and Laxus with Mira and Lucy . Her surprise was wasn't much of a surprise . He really wanted to rub that on her face but he knew ,if he did he wouldn't leave this dinner unscathed.

"Jellal-san , I'm glad you're back" Mira said in her rich-melodic voice . Wearing an over sized purple dress , her platinum hair fell down and reached over her large stomach . It expanded out enough to prove that another being resided within her . To Jellal she looked like , she was going to pop any second which was technically true . Still she had the same glow on her face like 8 years ago.

"Is Laxus treating you good, Mira ? or do you want me to kick his butt" she giggled and shrugged off "Laxus is still a grouch , but no you don't have to , I can handle him pretty well".

"Just let me know , if you need a hand"

"Sure"

"Are you flirting with my wife ?" Laxus came around and put his arm around her shoulder protectively.

"No , with mini-laxus in there , i won't " Jellal smirked and pointed at her 'watermelon-belly' "perhaps after that !" he playfully winked at Mira which she returned by more giggling much to her husband's dismay. "GO TO HELL ! DOUCHE-BAG".

This was a typical dinner party , nothing seems to be out of place . Natsu already stuffed his face with food , Gray was out of his clothes and currently having a brawl with Gajeel. Wendy seems to be enjoying company of her cousin Meredy while Lucy and Mira were discussing something called 'pregnancy-glow' or whatever that meant. Laxus was beside him , smoking another snout 'It wasn't such a bad idea after all , maybe Ultear got bored of making my life miserable'

"Jellal" Ultear called him .She has bitten the edge of a smile when she got a funny idea in her head , a vain attempt to keep her creepy smile at bay . The intention behind her perking lips wasn't something that could be easily be ensured . It was rather better to be insured and hope for the best .

"What is it ?" She grabbed his arm and dragged him to corner , giving him a knowing look "Are you enjoying ?"

"Yes" He slowly nodded his head with an arched brow 'what is she now plotting?'.

"Well then , you've had enough" She declared "Help the person in the kitchen"

"WAIT ! WHAT ?" No sooner had he uttered the words , he was pushed into the hallway.

Erza finished bringing last of the boxes and placing them .'THAT'S IT ! You can get out now'. She heard the sound of heavy footsteps in the corridor , assuming it to be Ultear she turned around "Oh Ultear ! I'm all ..."

She daren't move , she daren't even breath ,just like the other day, she was frozen to the spot . The hair on her arms stands to attention , as a militia of chills march down her spine ,her sienna eyes fixed on him and his teal's one on her.

He was wearing a loose white shirt with leather cuffs and black trousers , his cerulean blue locks were still tousled griminess which promised finesse and his teal green eyes were still deep and catastrophic , over the years he develop distinct cheekbones and angular jaws , he was svelte yet muscular and his scarlet tattoo on his caramel skin made him look more devilishly handsome.

"GOD ! Will they stop having sex with eyes and do the real thing ?" Ultear let out a frustrated sigh as she peeked through the slightly ajar door .

"They can't do anything with the room full of people next to them" Gray gave her a dead-pan expression.

"Whatever it is , if this does not work ! I'm going with aphrodisiac " She made her ultimate decision .

"At least they should make-out , we deserve it !' Mira besides Laxus said grimly.

"How long you guys have been planning this out ?"Laxus was intensely curious to know how deep his wife's scheming go .

" Just as Jellal set his foot magnolia " Ultear replied to Laxus question on behalf of Mira.

"Once we knew , he was back , I blackmailed Lucy to ask other employees to go out for drink and excuse herself from today's shift"Mira smiled , her true devious , sly nature finally making an appearance.

"What did you blackmailed Lucy with ?" Gray asked , as Lucy was mortified and to her horror , she wanted to scream."MIRA-SANNNNNN!"

"I caught Natsu and her having sex in the store-room and I promised them to keep it a secret and especially to Erza" Lucy was now beyond embarrassed , to say she was on the verge become melted-gooey mush on the floor , wouldn't be wrong."I hope Erza doesn't kill me !"

"Then ?"

"Then , I called Erza here , in disguise of delivering the cake " Ultear nudged Mira and smirked. Gray and Laxus almost felt bad for Jellal . Those women alone are capable of bringing tsunami of destruction and with their forces joined together it was all out nuclear war of match-making.

"Cakes ! I want some"Natsu still had it's mouth full of food and was moving towards the kitchen for more , when he was plummet to the ground by Lucy .

"Idiot Natsu , this is all your fault " Lucy growled

"What did I do ?" The others didn't looked much concerned over his well-being and instead they focused on the scene unfolding in front of them.

"UGHHH , neither of them is making a move , I need to think of something" Ultear was deeply irritated at her plan being thwarted , she moved towards the kitchen while other's watched her in absolute silence.'This Idiot needs a Push'

When Jellal saw her ,his heart ached like a the music of a great orchestra. A moment it was quiet and allowed him to function, at other the violins would play and he would be sad, then it rose to a crescendo and the anger would burst from his chest in a vicious shout of anguish. Right now there was a flute playing and he was taking all her beauty and enjoying the moment. But it didn't last very long ,their trance was broken by Ultear's awkward coughing. Erza gaze drifted towards Ultear as she spoke " I'm Sorry , Erza ! I forgot where my wallet is and I don't do online".

"It's okay Ultear , you can pay me later. I'm getting late" She somehow managed to blurt those words out . Ultear nodded and waved her goodbye.

Erza didn't dare to look at him one more time , and quickly made her way out from the same door from which she entered. Ultear was now standing beside Jellal who was too dazed to do anything " Deal with the mess later Jellal ... Go after her" she whispered.

Erza crossed her arms around her chest as she walked swiftly from this place , away from him. she was few meters away from her car when she heard him calling her , the same dreaded name " SCARLET "

"WHAT ?" She hastily turned around to see him following her , she got caught in her hurricane of emotions, what was it ? HATE ? ANGER ? PLEASED or...or LOVE ? she didn't know and she didn't want to know.

"You ... you look good" He met her after 8 years that was all he could manage to say ? he didn't tell her that she is beautiful , too beautiful that it was breaking his heart . He didn't tell her that even with that white shirt and blue jeans covered with smears of icing and frosting ,to him she's more desirable than any other woman on this planet could ever be . His hands are twitching to touch her scarlet flame hair that were loosely tied into a bun, how wanted to reach over and free them from their captivity , His lips were dry , aching for the comfort of her's.

"WHEN ? .. When did you come back ?" Erza asked in a low , soft voice almost inaudible while gazing down on the ground. Her Ivory skin glistened in the moon light and short wisps of scarlet flowing around at their will , her large liquid brown eyes held such an intelligence and serenity that it was impossible for him not to be held prisoner by them . If gods were real ,he'll tell them that this woman was their greatest masterpiece.

"Yesterday ... " He huffed , not taking his eyes off her even once , fearing that even if he blinks she would vanish. "Thanks , for taking care of Wendy , she told me." reality struck him hard at that moment , he left her , he left this goddess of a woman and she probably doesn't want to do anything with him . Heck , she was so disgusted by him that she's not even looking at him . so, before their time together cut short by another sting of reality , he wanted her to know that how grateful he is . "Thanks , For not letting her feel lonely , when I should have been the one here for her , turns out ... I'm just like my... "

"You're Not " Erza turned around , her back now facing him "Wendy still needs her brother , take care of her " she glanced over her shoulders and said "You're not your father , Jellal".