(A villain is introduced in this story… well sort of a villain. It's kind of complicated but he's really just a wannabe villain, kind of like the jiggle butt gang.)

"So, Should we make a plan before heading into this so called mystical cave?" I was asking Levy a while later.

We were sitting inside a small café, eating quietly. Jet and Droy though were eating a lot, but Levy was a quiet eater, and I was just not talking and eating normally. Though I had a big appetite, I remember Laxus once teased me that I was like an angry bear when I was hungry.

Thinking of Laxus made my heart ache, so I've been trying not to, but everything seems to remind me of him. But I couldn't be his friend, his nakama, until he found his way on his own. Not until he discovered where he stands.

I haven't learned my way yet either… I might be a Fairy Tail Wizard, and I might be an S class, but that didn't make me any more powerful than any of my friends. It was just a title, and I have a feeling I earned it just by being lucky. Perhaps I'll think on that again someday.

Levy nodded, "Yeah, I guess we should. A plan… Well how can we make a plan if we know nothing about it?"

Droy took a break from stuffing his face to say, "I think we should just go in there. I mean what can be so dangerous that we can't handle it?"

"That's right! We're team shadow gear plus Mona! We can totally handle this." Jet agreed, having the decency to swallow before talking.

I chuckled, "Alright then, it's decided. We'll go in there on a whim and see how it ends up. Sounds good to me." It actually sounded crazy but I'm sure a job that is only 90,000 jewels isn't that dangerous. I glanced at the two guys that were eating. "When you two are done stuffing your faces we'll go."

Jet made a pouty face, "You're so mean, Mona!"

Levy just laughed lightly, and Droy shrugged.

After we all finished eating we made our way through town. We took a quick stop at a magic store to spend a moment, but the prices was outrageous and the only thing we found was an ancient book about magical weapons from ancient times that Levy bought.

Levy put it in her bag and we continued on our way.

Following Irvin's directions, we finally came to a cave entrance. It was foggy and dark and was giving me creepy vibes.

"Am I the only one who doesn't like this?" I grumbled, as we stared at the cave.

Jet and Droy grimly looked at Levy and I, as if begging not to go in.

Levy sighed, "This place gives me the creeps too, but we need to finish the quest and not waste more time."

"You're right. Let's go." I agreed.

So Levy and I trudged ahead, having to drag Jet and Droy in since they were comically faking tears, and pleading not to go in.

But once we were further into the cave they stopped whining… it might have been because I threatened them with kicking them out of the hotel room we would get tonight. They could sleep in the cold for all I care, if they were going to bug me the entire trip.

So far so good, as we walked carefully into the cave. It was dark and damp, and then suddenly Jet and Droy let out grunts as they ran into an invisible wall.

Levy and I both stepped back from them as a rune square appeared around Jet and Droy.

"What the hell?! Let us out of here!" Droy yelled, hitting against the rune wall.

I peered up at the rune markings and read, "All boys must stay here until I, Benji, am defeated."

All of a sudden torches lit up, a line of them along the cave wall on each side of us, leading to what I believe is a stage.

There were big curtains and when they were pulled back they revealed a… guy? No, a boy. A young boy, I would guess 15 at most. And he was obviously a giant nerd.

He was slim and awkward, standing there holding the golden sword Excalibur, though he was holding it as if it were a wooden prop or something, striking some pose. He didn't have a fighting stance at all, he wasn't even holding it right. He had a light yellowish green, kind of neon colored hair, kind of, which was combed neatly but hid a bit of his face (Kind of like Tora from Maid Sama) . His eyes were a soft yellow color, and I assumed I would think he was cute if he didn't look so out of place. His clothes were ragged and mismatches, and he looked like he was trying to look impressive.

"I am the great and powerful Benji! Lord of magic, wielder of the Legend Sword Excalibur! Who dares come challenge me, oh fair maidens?!" The boy declared.

I felt like he was trying to cosplay something but he looked serious, and that made me want to laugh even more. I just put my hands on my hips, "We've come to take Excalibur. My name is Mona Alberona, S Class Mage, Water Dragon Slayer, from Fairy Tail." I said seriously, trying not to smirk at my chance to boast.

Levy stood strong beside me, "And I'm Levy Mcgarden, Solid Script mage, from Fairy Tail, member of Team Shadow Gear."

Not wanting to be left out, since they were fuming mad from being stuck, Jet and Droy struck identical poses.

"I'm Sarusuke, but people call me Jet! I'm the fastest member of Fairy Tail, no one can beat my speed! I'm a part of Team Shadow Gear!" Jet exclaimed.

"I'm Droy, Plant Magic User from Fairy Tail. And I'm also a member of Team Shadow Gear!" Droy yelled, still furious about the runes.

Benji pointed his sword at Jet and Droy, "I'm not interested in you two schmucks, I only want to fight the maidens! You are beneath my power!" He turned to me and Levy, pointing his sword, his gaze determined in an Otaku kind of way, "You two! Beautiful ladies, fight me now!"

By now I couldn't stand it, I burst out laughing so loud my sides hurt, as I stood there shaking and laughing.

Benji looked bewildered, "You dare to laugh at me?!"

"This is just too funny." I choked out once my laughter had semi-stopped. "You want to fight us? Do you even know how to use that sword? I'll tell you something that the dragon that taught me magic told me. Magic is strong. Magic comes from yourself, from your heart. If you try to use it without knowing what you're doing, you'll be putting yourself in danger. I'll tell you, kid, It takes years to master magic, much less a magic sword."

He stared at me, his jaw dropping, his eyes widening to the size of saucers. It was if he hadn't seen me until now.

I scowled, pointing a finger at him, "What are you staring at, kid?!"

"I'm going to win a fight against you and make you my girlfriend!" He declared.

That was… wow. Levy stared at me as I changed my demeanor, my face becoming very red and then all at once I became pale as a ghost. I felt like I had turned white as I comically sunk to the floor.

"N-No way…" I whispered in shock. "No way… L-Levy H-H-Help!" I whined, terrified at the prospect of becoming that brat's girlfriend.

Levy awkwardly patted my head, "Come on! Get up, Mona-Chan! Fight him and win and then we can get the sword and go home!"

Jet and Droy both yelled dramatically, "AND THEN WE CAN BE LET OUT OF THESE RUNES!"

I slowly stood up, feeling drained by shock, but then I was feeling determined. I made my hands into fists, and turned to the nerdy brat. "Thanks Levy, Jet, Droy. I feel much better." I said.

"Well?! What are you waiting for, pipsqueak, you wanted a fight, didn't you?! Come and fight me!" I roared, my dragon temper showing, and I made sure to show off my pointy teeth.

That sure startled Benji, but he soon nodded, determined as well.

"You're mine!" He yelled, running forward with the sword pointed in front of him, leaping off his stage, towards me.

He wasn't even holding the sword right, this would be an easy fight.

And that's when he raised the sword up to strike me.