"What would happen to Juvia and Jellal if Gray x Erza became canon?"
This is Juvia and Jellal's story.
Juvia was questioning if life was ever going to go her way. First, she's forced to go on a mission with Gray and Kyushu. Second, Kyushu whined during the whole train ride. Third, Juvia is jumped by two 'Gods' and has her clothes tattered and ripped. Fourth, Juvia's only change of clothes was destroyed in the fight. Fifth, Gray decides to give Juvia the cold shoulder for no reason. What else could go wrong today?... Juvia shouldn't have thought that. Whoever or whatever is controlling Juvia's life might take it as a challenge.
Gray and Kyushu escorted Juvia to the hotel just in case Persephone and Apollo had any minions around, but Juvia didn't think that could happen. They didn't come off as the type of people who would have someone fight their fights. Then again, Juvia has been wrong before.
Since Juvia completed the mission for them, they were allowed to depart from Megaga tomorrow morning. The three of them couldn't leave today since they arrived on the last train to this city for the day. Luckily, the hotel was close still open for them. Walking up the reception desk, the welcoming lady greeted the Fairy Tail members.
"Hello, are you all doing today?" The receptionist asked. Juvia resisted the urge to be snarky and say 'Beaten and tired', so she went with a simple 'Juvia has had better days.' Thinking about it, that response wasn't much better.
"We have a reservation until Fairy Tail," Gray informed her as he undid his belt.
"Ah yes, a reservation for two for Room 12 on the second floor?" She checked on her computer before smiling at the three of them. Juvia's eye twitched. Are you kidding Juvia? Did Master not inform the mayor that Juvia would be joining them? Juvia knew she shouldn't have challenged her luck.
"Two?" Kyushu questioned. "But, there's three of us."
"I'm sorry, but whoever made the reservation told us that only two people would be coming." The receptionist turned her computer screen to show us. Juvia sighed. Master must've let the small detail known as Juvia slip through his mind.
"Then, one of us will have to sleep on the floor," Gray granted.
"It's okay. Juvia will just pay for her own room." Juvia decided. With her share of the rewards, that should cover the expenses. On the bright side, Juvia wouldn't have to share a room with Gray. As long as the three of them were on the same floor, there shouldn't be a problem with contacting each other. "Are there any rooms left on their floor?"
"I'm sorry, but the only open room is on floor eight. Is that okay?" No, it was not.
"Yes, that's fine." Juvia's smile strained. She was not about to have a mental breakdown in the middle of the hotel. Juvia was above that. However, she was not above having a mental breakdown in the privacy of her hotel room. Kyushu gave Juvia a worried expression, but Juvia reassured her that this is okay. Gray was more or less unaffected by this since he just took his key and left. In all seriousness, what was his problem? Juvia hasn't done anything wrong today or at least to him. Kyushu eventually left Juvia alone as Juvia completed her transaction. Taking the elevator because she was not about to walk eight flights of stairs, Juvia eventually made it to her room.
Unlocking the door, Juvia was stunned by what she was. Pardon Juvia's language, but what the fuck was Apollo and Persephone doing her room? Persephone was spinning her the computer chair. Apollo was underneath the cover, relaxing. She immediately reached for the keys that should be in her pocket, but nothing was there.
"Yo Juvia," Apollo had the audacity to be nonchalant around Juvia and lay in her hotel bed. Juvia jumped into her fighting stance and summoned a ball of water. "Hey, hey, there's no need to be hostile. Babe, we're just here to talk."
"Juvia is not your babe." She narrowed her eyes. "Get out of Juvia's bed."
"Sure you don't get under the sheets with me?" He winks.
"Juvia, don't pay Apollo any attention," Persephone rolled her eyes before jumping out of the chair. "We did come to talk. Please hear us out."
Juvia gave the 'Goddess' her suspicious look, and Persephone shot back with a set of puppy dog eyes that would put Lucy's puppy dogs eyes to shame. Giving in because of exhaustion, Juvia closed the door behind her and locked the door. Was that a mistake? That was anyone's guess. Juvia was about ready to anything if it meant she could relax soon.
"What is it you need to speak about?" Juvia leaned against the wall with her arms folded. Think what you will, but Juvia was keeping her guard up. She just fought the two of them, and they nearly killed Juvia too.
"We want to make a contract with you. Like those zodiac spirits do!" Persephone smiled. Juvia was tempted to outright say no, but she let the girl continue.
"Why Juvia? Why should Juvia make a contract with Apollo and Persephone?"
"Who wouldn't want to make a contract with this?" Apollo flexed his muscles. Juvia will admit she was almost convinced by that alone...That's the exhaustion talking, not Juvia.
"Apollo, do you want to tell Juvia that your last boyfriend turned into a flower?" Persephone shooked her before sighing. Juvia couldn't tell who was the mature one between the two. At times, Apollo was the levelheaded one, but now Persephone was being more responsible than him. "Juvia please listen to me. We didn't come to Megaga for the sake of destruction. We were awakened."
"What does Persephone mean by awakened?" Juvia narrowed her eyes. She was not about to be tricked into some lie. Therefore, Juvia wanted every small detail.
"Persephone, it would better if we just start from the beginning." Apollo sat up in the bed. His aura shifted from playful to dead serious in a matter of seconds. Perhaps, they weren't fooling Juvia, or they were good actors. "Like the zodiacs, there's about twelve of us gods. I, Apollo, am mainly connected to the Sun, archery, Oracle, medicine, healing-"
"Apollo," Persephone puffed her cheeks in annoyance. Could one God have so many areas of expertise? "Keep it short, we're trying to explain the situation to Juvia."
"-and music. Oh yeah, Persephone is the Goddess of Springtime or something like that."
"I have more than that and you know it!" Persephone snapped for a moment before collecting herself. "I am the Goddess of Vegetation and the Underworld technically."
"Anyways, the twelve of us have existed a couple of centuries after the creation of the universe. Being the only God that can foresee the future, I saw the Gate open. I told Zeus, our leader with very questionable moral, and he was like 'let's seal ourselves away for thousands of year until the threat arises! What's the worst thing that can happen?'" Apollo flung his arms in the air for effect. This Zeus was sounding eerily similar to Cobra. "Then without a vote, Zeus sealed, himself and us, away just in case there was a chance for the Gate to open."
"Apollo keeps mentioning a gate, but Juvia doesn't know what gate you're talking about." Juvia gripped the side of her head as a headache formed. Maybe this could be handled tomorrow morning. "Is Apollo talking about the Eclipse gate? Juvia thought it was destroyed."
"What's the Eclipse Gate?" Persephone tilted her head with a confused expression. So, Juvia could cross that one off the list. "The gate we're talking about is called Cronus. If that gate is open... the world..."
Persephone's whole mood shifted at the mere mention of this Cronus gate. Her eyes began to water as she gripped her shoulders. The goddess started to violently shake. Apollo was barely holding himself together as he wrapped his arms around his waist, nails digging into his skin as blood dripped out. Juvia was slightly taken back by the shift in personalities. They call themselves gods, but the thought of Cronus could shatter their beings. Juvia couldn't leave them like this, but what could Juvia do? After all, the only thing Juvia knew was love and water, and she doubted either of those could help. Maybe love...there are different forms.
Juvia slowly made her way over to the two. She didn't know how they would react, but Juvia's conscience wouldn't stop her feet. The water wizard pulled the two of them into a hug, the hug she gave Gray at his family's gravesite. Juvia didn't understand it herself, but the hugs she gave people could soothe any restless soul. Perhaps it could a passive ability of Juvia. Just like an ocean's wave, Juvia had a calming effect at times. When the two of them were relatively calm, Juvia took a step back.
"Are you two okay? Juvia does not wish to make either of you uncomfortable about the gate topic." Juvia rubbed her arm awkwardly.
"No..." Apollo's face was still registering how Juvia settled the two of them. "No, you're alright, babe. We want to make the contract, so we could avoid all that. We're just asking that whenever you go on a mission or something. You bring our keys along."
"What does Juvia get out of this? Lo- Lucy's contracts with her spirits allow her to summon them anytime she needs them."
"That's perfect for us!" Persephone's eyes sparkled. This goddess was becoming a little bit too similar to Kyushu for Juvia's liking. "If you ever need us on a mission, Apollo and I will come as soon as you call! Just say our name and we'll come to your side."
"That's all? Hold on, how is Juvia suppose to trust you two? Apollo and Persephone might wreck the city if Juvia isn't watching you." Juvia realized something wasn't right. She could believe that this Cronus gate was bad news, but that doesn't Juvia could simply let them out of her sight.
"We'll be on our best behavior." Apollo placed his hand on his heart. Persephone followed by his example. "If we destroy anything, it will come out of our pockets."
"You have jewels?" Juvia said in disbelief.
"Yeah, we're Gods. We have everything." Persephone said with a blank expression. Yep, too much like Kyushu. Their character traits were too alike for Juvia's liking. Persephone summoned a copy of Juvia's latest outfit. "This is more of a peace offering."
"And an apology. Sorry, we ripped up your clothes during the fight." Apollo scratched the back of his neck. "What do you say Juvia? Wanna help us save the world?"
They weren't going to stop until Juvia agreed. Juvia sees this now.
"On one condition, Juvia does not need you two wandering around her guild or Magnolia during the day. Either you stay in Juvia's dorm or as your keys, is Juvia clear?"
"Crystal clear," They said in unison. The water mage shook both of their hands, and they turned back into their keys.
Juvia turned in earlier that night. Too much happened today for Juvia, she was ready for this day to be over. Thanks to Persephone, Juvia had a change of clothes, so today wasn't a complete disappointment. The soft pillows and cover did wonders for Juvia and her aching body. It was like sleeping on Aries' wool. Juvia slept peacefully that night.
Smiling as she opened her eyes, Juvia awoken to Apollo's face inches from her face. Wait... With a swift kick to ribs, Apollo slammed into the wall. Thankfully, Juvia didn't damage the wall with her attack. She was not about to pay for damages.
"What is Apollo thinking?! Entering Juvia's bed without her permission?!" Juvia glared daggers at the shirtless god. Sexy or not, Juvia was not sleeping in the same bed as him.
"Geez Apollo, consent is a thing in this century," Persephone said nonchalantly as she played with her crown in a corner.
"Juvia is going to take a shower." She announced as she grabbed the change of clothes. Juvia paused to glare at Apollo. "Stay out of the bathroom Apollo."
"Don't worry Juvia, I'll watch him," Persephone noted the rage of the rain woman. Thank her, Juvia went in to take a shower.
After checking out the hotel, Juvia, Kyushu, and Gray caught the next train back to Fairy Tail. Kyushu tried being slick and convince them that walking would be better, but Juvia and Gray were having none of it. If the train ride was eight hours, walking would be at least a day or two without breaks or camping. So, Gray and Juvia opt'ed to hear the absorbing mage complain during the ride. The rain woman will admit she thought about punching Kyushu in the gut, but she vowed not to hurt a comrade a long time ago... no matter how much she wanted to.
The walk from the train to Fairy Tail wasn't that bad. Gray disappeared after the three of them divided the reward. Juvia will admit she was thankful that those two went back to the mayor to get the reward since she was tired by the end of the day. Master called Kyushu up to his office for something, probably for a report. Which meant Juvia was free to do as she, please. She was tempted to go back to her room and stay there until Cobra and Jellal returned from their missions, but Juvia realized that Apollo would be in there waiting. That is the reason behind Juvia sitting at the bar.
"How have you been Juvia?" Meredy served Juvia a drink. "We really haven't talked in a while."
"Juvia has seen better days." She groaned. The rain woman was usually more upbeat than this but seeing Apollo first thing in the morning put a damper on her mood... no offense.
"Did something happen on the mission?" She asked. Juvia paused for a moment, debating if she should tell her about the gods. No, this wasn't something Juvia would be telling everyone, not until Juvia knew all the details about the gate.
"Juvia was attacked by the very people they were supposed to stop," Juvia explained. "Gray and Kyushu weren't around, so Juvia somehow handled the situation herself. Juvia nearly died."
"WHERE WAS GRAY WHEN THIS HAPPENED?!" Meredy roared. She nearly broke the glass in her hand, but Juvia luckily grabbed the glass from her.
"Meredy please lower your voice." Juvia could feel the stares boiling her back. Was this guild always so nosy? Sheesh. "Juvia is fine."
"Where were Gray and Kyushu? They were supposed to have your back on that mission!" Meredy's voice became a hushed shout. Juvia was about to encourage Meredy to calm down, but she overheard something herself.
"Hear that? Juvia probably finished the mission by herself to get Gray's attention, hehehe. Man, that girl is desperate."
That broke Juvia's very soul. After everything Juvia has done to get over Gray, there were still people in the guild that thought that way about Juvia. She couldn't get rid of her stalker image, could she? Like a huge black splash paint over Juvia's personality, stalking Gray was the only thing people thought when they thought of Juvia. She saw that now... Juvia was nothing more than desperate fangirl to this place. Why did she bother staying again... Why did she bother keeping the rain back if these people were just going to talk about Juvia in a manner like that... Why-
"TAKE THAT BACK!" Juvia turned around in her seat and saw Kyushu jump from the second floor's balcony onto an unexpecting guild member. The amnesia started to whaling on the member without any sign of stopping. The entire guild, including Juvia and Meredy, was stunned. What made Kyushu attack him like a rabid dog? Di-Did she overhears what he said about Juvia? It took both Freed and Gajeel to get Kyushu off the member, but even then they could barely keep her tamed. What this Natsu's need to protect a friend or Kyushu's personality showing? Juvia wasn't sure.
"What the hell is the matter with you, woman?" Gajeel barked as Freed formed a rune trap around Kyushu.
"Me? He's the bastard that was talking about Juvia!" Kyushu summoned Natsu's Iron Fist attack and tried punching her way out, but we all knew she couldn't escape. "What gives him the right to talk to her like that?"
"It's okay, Kyushu." Juvia had to step in. She will admit; she was moved by Kyushu's actions. Was this how Lo- Lucy felt when Natsu did the same for her? Juvia smiled softly. That's right. Juvia is in this guild for the people she loves. Kyushu reminded her of that. "Juvia isn't bothered the opinions of others. Juvia knows what she thinks of herself."
"Fuck that!" Cobra busted through the door with a sick Natsu flung over his shoulder. Happy was flying behind him with a considerable amount space away from them. What happened to Natsu? "If I catch anyone talking shit about my teammate, I will poison ya."
"Erik! Th-" Juvia was about to scold the poison dragon slayer, but Kyushu jumped back in.
"That's what I'm talking about!" She pumped her fist in the air. Juvia and Meredy sweatdropped. Juvia never realized how protective her teammates were. Did they think Juvia can't handle herself?
"Gihihihi! Looks like Rain Woman made some friends." Gajeel rested his arm on Juvia's head. That's right. Juvia and Gajeel were friends at some point. Juvia isn't saying she purposely forgot about Gajeel. It's just that Juvia and Gajeel wanted different things when they entered the guild. Gajeel wanted redemption, and Juvia wanted to be loved. Somehow Gajeel achieved his and Juvia's goals... Juvia swears she's not bitter. After all, Levy and Gajeel made Juvia the godmother.
"And we're better than that exhibitionist!" Cobra quickly stated as Freed freed, that... was not on purpose, Kyushu. Why? Juvia didn't know. Maybe he realized Juvia and Cobra could control her?
"Oi! I'm right here!" Gray snapped up from his booth. Why was he sitting alone? He was friends with almost everyone in the guild. Shoot, Cana or Lisanna would gladly hold a conversation with him. Wait...why was Juvia caring?
"Bitch please, I know what you did." Cobra rolled his good eye and folded his arm. Sass was dripping from his voice. Switching his personality out too fast for Juvia's liking, Cobra drew his Poison dragon claw and didn't care about the poison dripping from his arm. "And you know you're fucking wrong for it."
Was it really that bad? Cobra had the entire guild on their toes and anxiously waiting for an answer. Juvia worriedly glanced at Gray, and... she really couldn't read his face. Juvia has seen Gray express multiple emotions ranging from ecstatic to despair. The Ice-Make wizard was something between enraged, fearful, and hatred. Juvia wasn't entirely sure she was reading his face right. Was Juvia buying a room that bad?
"What no clap back?" Cobra grunted, mischief glistening in his eye. It might be a good idea to get involved. Then again, Erik and Gray are in a tense glaring contest. "So your punk ass wants to shut up now? Maybe I should expose your ass? I wonder what Erza would do if she found out or should I tell Juvia."
"You wouldn't," Gray said in a strained voice. What does Erik know that could put Gray this much pain? Rather, what is Gray hiding from Juvia and Erza? Yes, that's the question Juvia should be asking because this was clearly eating away at Gray.
"Bet bitch! Oi, Juvia-" Erik dodged an array of Ice Arrows at the last second. Juvia turned her head to Gray, who was covered in his black ink. Are they really about to fight? "Oh, I've been waiting to beat your ass!"
"Shut the hell up!" Gray summoned an ice hammer right above the dragonslayer.
Covering his leg in poison, Erik roundhouse kicked the ice and shattered it. Going on the defensive, Erik shot a breath attack. Quickly creating a shield, Gray blocked about half of the poison before his only defense melted away. Juvia sensed the murderous intent coming from Erik and Gray. No... Gray wouldn't kill someone for a mere secret. Erik might actually. He doesn't like Gray that much in the moment. Fighting through the poison, Gray shot his Ice-Make Cresent Blades at the dragonslayer. Using his sound magic, Erik dodged the attack with grace. The whole fight went around in a circle. Gray would try to hit Erik, but Erik would merely dodge and counter. It was becoming clearer and clearer that Gray will die if no one intervened. Certainly majority of the guild wouldn't, they feared Cobra, being a convicted prisoner and all. Steeling Juvia's nerves, Juvia went in on the attack.
"Water Lock!" Juvia incased Erik in her water bubble. By no means was she siding with Gray, Juvia knew there weren't a lot of people could stop Erik. He could dodge every spell thrown at him. However, there was no dodging to Juvia's Water Lock. Therefore, the fight will cease..., right?
Wrong, Gray summoned the little strength he had left for a finishing move. Stunned that Gray would attack a defenseless guild member, Juvia stood and watched Kyushu grab him by the skull. Watching Gray's body drop to the floor, Kyushu stood over Gray's unconscious body. There was definitely a shift in Kyushu's aura. Without missing a beat, Kyushu kicked Gray into the air, did a spin, and kicked him into nearest wall with all her strength.
"Kyushu!" Juvia screamed. What was wrong with her team?! First, Erik taunts Gray into a fight. Now, Kyushu knocked him into the wall. What's next Jellal curve stomps him?! "We don't do that to guild members!"
"Juvia..." Kyushu's bangs covered her eyes as she stalked over to Juvia. She collapsed into Juvia's arms, sobbing uncontrollably. Thankfully, she had her bracelet on that allowed her to choose to drain a person or not. Kyushu whimpered the words 'I'm sorry. I'm so sorry. Please forgive me.'
Juvia could feel her body go numb. The guild erupted into chaos, but for some reason that didn't bother Juvia. The only thing she cares about was the one question in her mind. Gray Fullbuster... what did you do?
A/N: I'm probably just going to have Erik call Kyushu by Rogue just to be consistent. I know some want the name dropped, but I kinda like it. I will try to make it as easy as possible to recognize that Kyushu is the one being referred to. Ambitious as always, like most of my stories there will be two main plot lines. Gray and his whole thing will be one. Apollo and Persephone whole problem will be another. Thanks for reading! Comment what you think Gray did!
