Fairy Tail Fanfic

The Dragon's Key

Chapter 7: Surprises

By I-Darkness

To Unknown, Unknown

The black caped man sipped his drink, eyes out for the woman in the photo.

He hated such parties, but for his master, he will put up with anything. Including hunting potential goldmines at high-class parties.

Stomach growling, he found himself near the buffet table, picking idly at whatever food proved his fancy.

"Ah, Miss Heart, Mr. the Mayor. I am so glad you could make it."

"Ohohoho…. You know me too well, Mr. the Ambassador! You know how I would hate to miss such a grand party! Ohohoho!" The Mayor of Hargeon twirled about on the spot, earning some strange looks and the attention of a certain black-caped man.

"Miss Heart, I'm glad you made it. There aren't that many celestial spirit mages in the world with such wonderful spirits." The ambassador made sure to try to sound as sincere as possible. He had been very impressed by her spirit's strength's but their attitudes were terrible.

"Oh sir, my spirits love being praised, I'll make sure to tell them."

"Ah, and the Mayor didn't let you summon one for the party? Would you be so kind as to call one out for the guests?"

"Yes sir. Loki!"

Loki appeared in a puff of clouds.

"Hello, Lu-chan."

"Hello Loki. This is the Ambassador from Bosco. You haven't met him, but he's seen Taurus and Aquarius on that job, remember? He mentioned how spirits are wonderful."

The ambassador himself gaped at the spirit, not expecting it to look like a human. After all, Taurus was a talking, perverted bull and Aquarius was an opportunistic, mean mermaid.

"So you didn't invite me for the party? Lu-chan, you're so mean!"

"I'm sure the Ambassador won't mind if you mingled, right sir?"

"Uh… of course not." He did not seem sure, the spirit seemed like he was alright, but he learned never judge a book by its cover. Plus, he could not really say no to the rising star, Miss Heart.

"Thank you, now where are some pretty ladies?" 'Ah, a flirt… I should have known…'

"Loki! You better behave!"

"Hai, hai." The spirit waved her off, spotting the buffet table and a group of girls.

"So you're name is Lu?"

"Yes. Lu Stoneheart. People say my name does not suit me. So I go by my nickname instead."

"I see, and they're very right." He spotted his wife waving him over. "Well, it was very nice meeting you Miss Heart, but my wife is waving at me."

"Nice to meet you too sir."

Lucy grabbed a flute of champagne before choosing food from the buffet table.

"Excuse me, Miss." Lucy turned to see a brown-haired man with a long black cape secured on his shoulders.

"Hello…"

"I couldn't help but notice when you summoned that spirit. I'm quite interested in magic, even though I don't practice it myself."

"Really? I'm a stellar spirit summoner. I work for the Mayor of Hargeon."

"So you're not part of a guild?" He raised his glass to take a sip. He had a charm ring on his finger. Lucy pretended not to notice.

"Not at the moment, the Mayor has me working around his city. It's fun."

"You have to tell me all about it."

Loki stood a bit away, watching everything carefully. Lucy had signalled him, and he saw the charm ring. He narrowed his eyes. Lucy laughed at something the man said, but to Loki it sounded forced, he smirked at that, they had trained their friend very well.

"So how many spirits do you have?"

Before Lucy could answer, a form loomed over her shoulder.

"Lu-chan?"

"Loki, tired already?"

"No I have a date with Aries. Gemini contacted me. They asked if they could come and see the party."

"Why didn't you tell me? I'll summon Gemini, you have fun on your date."

"You know when to call me!"

"Do you always act like you care?"

Lucy stiffened, narrowing her eyes at the man. But she remembered the charm and tried to act.

"I do. I find if your nice enough they fight even harder."

He chuckled.

"Gemini!"

"Pili! Pili! Wow, nice party! Pili!"

"Gemini this is…. I'm sorry what's your name?"

"Count Soque."


To Fairy Tail, Magnolia

"Master, I'm really worried about Natsu. He hasn't been himself since Lucy left!" Erza shouted. She and the master were at the bar; ignoring the nervous glances the other members shot them. Everyone was aware of Natsu's illness.

"Yes, Erza. I am aware of Natsu's condition. Unfortunately, if Levy's research is anything to go by… we can do nothing until Lucy returns."
"But sir, that could be months away! I've read Levy's notes and if that timeframe is accurate, he could be –."

"Erza. Master. Master Goldmine and Master Bob have sent messages."

"Thank you Mira, I'll take the messages." He turned back to Erza, pocketing the letters. "Erza, I forbid you from seeking Lucy out. We must no give the enemy any indication that we know her whereabouts. As far as the- we know, she left because she knew she was in danger." Makarov caught himself. Luckily no one but Levy heard his slip. It was imperative that no one else knew where the hunted mage was hiding.

"But master-." Erza shook in anger.

"No buts. If you want to help Natsu, you will do as I say. Otherwise, Lucy might be gone forever."


To Aki, Magnolia.

"Ne, Tora."

"Mmmh?"

"You think Natsu will like my present?" Aki had felt guilty since Natsu manifested the symptoms described in Levy's notebook. If she had known…

"Of course he will. I like it! It's very… friendly-like."

"You really think so?"

"Of course! Now hurry up! We have to go food shopping."

"Hai! We'll drop this off at nii-chan's house first."

Tora ran ahead as Aki struggled with the very large package on her back.


To Black Stars, Unknown

"Do we have any new information?" The two henchmen stood nervously in front of a high-backed chair.

"Yes, Master. We know why she left."

"She suspected she was being targeted and decided to leave, and didn't tell anyone where she was going."

"No-one? No-one at all?"

"As far as we know. She just told them she was going on vacation."

"She can't have gone far, check every train station in every city around Magnolia. She might also have disguised herself."

"Yes sir. And we have news on the other guild trying to get to her as well."

"Really? What have you learned?"
"Count Soque..."

.~o~.

Dear Lu-chan

Hope you're having fun! Everybody here misses you, especially me. I hope you come home soon so you can hurry up and finish your novel!

Lily and Tora are still together and they've started going on missions together! You can imagine that Gajeel and Aki aren't very happy.

I've been going on missions by myself lately. I've noticed how strong everyone else has gotten, and I guess I'm feeling a little weak compared to everyone else. I've been meaning to ask Freed for help in training, but I just can't seem to bring myself to do it.

Anyway, I'll talk about that another time. Gray and Juvia seem to have become closer. Apparently, Juvia's been going on missions a lot more lately, and is hardly around anymore. Maybe Gray's feeling lonely? Whatever the case, they sure do look cute together and Mirajane is really excited. At least it'll keep her mind off the fact Elfman and Evergreen have decided to become a couple.

Everyone else is happy for them; Bickslow and Freed are both taking it well, even congratulating them. Laxus sent a letter for everyone; he's on a mission right now with Gildarts. Master didn't want to read it, but I heard he secretly stole it and cried himself silly. Poor Master. Happy misses you too; he asked if I could send you the fish he caught. (I put a preserving spell on it so it won't stink too much when you get it.)

I hope you get this letter soon, and that you come back to us!

We all miss you!

Love,

Levy.

PS. I know you probably don't want to know anything about Natsu, but I think I should at least warn you. He's been travelling around Fiore for two months now. Nobody knows why, but master says he's been doing missions. Everybody else thinks he's looking for you. Be careful. I know you're still recovering.

.~.o.~.

Report

Sightings:

1st Sighting: Hargeon Train Station, 3 months after disappearance

- Seen with irrelevant Fairy Tail mage

2nd Sighting: Hargeon Port, 1 week after discovered

- Seen with sailors + fisherman

3rd Sighting: Bosco Ambassador's party, 2 weeks after discovered

- Seen with Mayor

- Contact with Count Soque

- Summoned two spirits

- Seen with Head Courtesan of Bosco

4th Sighting: Hargeon, Proper Grocer, 3 weeks after discovered

- Contact with Count Soque

- Summoned one spirit

- Called for emergency (fire at the docks)

- Half of docks (including target) washed away. (Sent to hospital for 1 day)

-Summoned one spirit.

Location: Hargeon, Stone Cottage.

Appearance: Scar down cheek, Dark-Brown hair, wears gloves to cover marking. Earrings: studs. Clothes: Consistent, ¾ jeans, shirt w/ jacket. Belt; baton (whip), pouch (keys)

Keys Known: 12 Zodiac Keys, Cygnus, Sirius

Status: Employed by Mayor, Proper Grocer, part-time magic teacher at local school, Connections within Rune Knights, part-time body guard to emissaries, active.

Reputation: Rising star. Connected to Bosco Ambassador. Connected to Seven Ambassador. Nominated for a Service Award.

Rumours: Beat back 3 bandit guilds alone (confirmed). Successfully guarded 3 (mentioned) ambassadors (confirmed). Beat back 1 dark guild (pending).

(A/N: I'm sorry if this is really short! But i kinda didn't know how to bridge the next chapter so this is just all the little fillers so to not as to confuse you all... oh and the LATEST FAIRY TAIL CHAPTER completely threw me off! I'm going to have a very hard time to try and finish this story the way I want it to...)

But yes anyway... THANKS TO THOSE WHO REVIEWED! Kyaaaaa! Luna Silveria, NatsuXLucy4ever2000, and GoldenRoseTanya!

GoldenRoseTanya pointed out a little detail that I knew will confuse people, but when Team Natsu (minus Natsu) see her in the shop, Lucy had been gone for three months! One month travel, one month training and one month in Hargeon... :p just thought I might clear it up for others who were too shy to review... :p

Well that's all from me folks! I have another assignment for next week, so... I'll probably won't be able to post any chapters until that's done... BUT if you guys give me enough reviews... maybe I can post it sooner... :p :P :p :P :p ;P