Fire was a dangerous thing. He knew that.
"Destruction."
He was strong, incredibly strong, and there was no doubting that. Easily one of the strongest mages to ever walk the streets.
"Destruction is what you'll become."
He had a strong and kind heart, one not many have. The kind that was always generous, righteous, always there to help someone in need. The kind that was protective of friends and family, willing to go to extreme lengths to keep them safe and well.
"Destruction is all you've ever been."
His head was always in the right place, though he was impulsive, a trait that would surely get him or another seriously injured one day.
"You are destruction, Natsu."
He vowed from day one to always protect his friends that had grown into his family. The people who hadn't abandoned him, but stayed with him when he needed it most. He would always protect them, no matter the cost.
"And you are the one to end them."
His friends. The promise he made. Both, went up in flames.
"Rise, Dragneel. Rise and destroy."
His eyes shot open, the black replaced with a deep crimson color. Seeing his reflection in the water was a shock, but moments later he found that his new appearance seemed... Right.