Lonergoddess: Hehe, I'm so happy everyone is reading this! :) I have a goal to someday write like all the other famous fanfiction writers! Because honestly whenever I feel sad or am going through a major fangirl shipping moment, fanfiction is here to satisfy me desires ^^
Sting: Yeah yeah whatever. I GET MY OWN SECTION OF POV SO YOU GUYS BETTER BE EXCITED! *grins widely*
Lector: Yeah! Go Sting-kun!
Rogue: Sigh... You guys are so loud
Lucy: I'm not sure how you can live with him, Rogue
Sting: Hmph. Party poopers
Lonergoddess: *sweatdrops* Anyways... I DO NOT OWN FAIRY TAIL!
"Okay! Break time's over." Sting announced.
"Okay..." Lucy glumly answered, reluctantly standing up from the bench.
"Tsk tsk, that's not the right attitude to start your training! You almost sound as sad as Rogue!"
Rogue scoffed, clearly offended, "Not everyone is a rainbow of emotions like you."
The two began glaring at each other once again, sending off dangerous electric signals.
"A-ah anyways... We're doing the basic punching and kicking right?" Lucy asked in panic, trying to break the tension.
"Yes. We'll first be testing out how you fight though. Your battle with Minerva was too short for us to determine your stamina and strength, so you'll be going against Sting." Rogue explained.
"S-sting?" Lucy managed to mutter out in disbelief. Sure she knew she had gotten a huge magical advantage, but when it comes to experience, the light dragon slayer was clearly on the winning side. Unless she had her celestial spirits beside her, Lucy would surely lose.
"No! I can't rely on my spirits all the time! I must be strong!" Lucy told herself.
"Heh, don't worry Blondie. This isn't about winning or losing. I won't go easy on you though." Sting grinned, revealing a set of fangs that all dragon slayers seem to have.
"And I'll make sure Sting's cockiness doesn't get the best of him." Rogue added, glancing at his partner whom only look slightly annoyed.
Lucy took a deep breath, "I suppose I don't have much choice. Let's begin."
"That's the spirit!" Sting smiled brightly, reminding the celestial mage of Natsu. Only, her stomach did a weird flip seeing the Sabertooth master grin so adorably!
Sting noticed Lucy's face redden a bit, and his smile changed to his trademark smirk. This was his chance!
"Watcha blushing for?" he asked in a husky voice that sent shivers down Lucy's spine, a hand on her chin. He was looking straight into her wide chocolate brown eyes. His eyes seemed to hypnotize her. Lucy then looked at his lips, so...
"Snap out of it Lucy!" the celestial mage mentally hit herself. She will not fall for him.
"N-nothing! Baka perv!" Lucy stammered, and pushed Sting back. Her blush, however, deepened to scarlet.
~Sting's POV~
Flashes of disappointment came to me, as Blondie pushed me away. Well, I knew this wasn't going to be easy anyways. I prefer them feisty, and Lucy was one heck of a girl. My action deepened her blush though, so I guess I'll still consider this a success.
"Can we continue?" Rogue asked in annoyance. There was just the tiniest slight hint of jealousy in his voice though. Score one for me!
"Yeah, I got it." I replied, and walked to the opposite side of Lucy.
"1...2...3...Begin!"
I charged to Lucy, and decided to throw a couple of punches. Although I really wanted to hold back, I trust that Blondie will at least be able to dodge. I mean, she's in Fairy Tail after all. Combat may not be in her field of expertise, but it'll soon become her skill now if she wants to be an RG dragon slayer.
Lucy ducked, her buttercup blonde locks flying down and gave me a surprising low kick to my leg. She hit hard, but I didn't budge nor wince a bit.
"She's quick. I gotta give 'er that." I thought, and gave her a punch from below, to her stomach.
Lucy gave a small groan in pain, but quickly stepped back.
"Roar of the Shadow Dragon Slayer!"
A familiar beam of shadow came across me, which I got out of the way pretty quickly, only grazing me by a bit.
"If you wanna defeat your enemy, you gotta use the magic that he's least familiar with." I advised smugly. After all. Rogue and I have known each other forever, and we know each other's moves very well, to create a flawless teamwork.
"You're lucky I'm not calling out my other celestial spirits. 3 on 1 wouldn't be too fair now would it?" she retorted, and tried to punch me. The movement was a bit sloppy, and I easily caught it.
"You're movements were a lot more powerful and quick when you were going against Minerva." I pointed out, and was about to punch her again, which she dodged by an inch.
Lucy only shrugged, "I lost control. If I didn't see the blood, then I think I would've killed her."
Lucy's eyes darkened at the very thought of her murdering someone. Blood... It wasn't something she was a stranger too. After all. The first thing the female blonde saw when her future self protected her, was the flying orbs of crimson fluid.
"I think I understand how Lucy's strength and weaknesses now." Rogue said, stopping their fight.
I cocked an eyebrow, "So soon?"
The black-haired mage gave a nod, "After some close observing. Lucy seems to be more reliant on her speed for attacking and dodging. Strength is obviously what she lacks, and her punches aren't so efficient."
Rogue then turned to Blondie, "I would advise you to use your elbows rather than fists more often and go for the more tender spots. Also, you are much better at your kicks, so keep that in mind."
Lucy tapped her chin, "Hm, I see. I've never actually fought myself, but if training can boost my endurance and strength... I suppose my powers will be in control?"
"Yes. I've had Rufus do a little more researching, and he told me that the ideal time would be 1 to 2 months for you."
Lucy's shoulder slumped. She's probably sad to not see her Fairy Tail friends.
"Oy! And here I thought you were enjoying Sabertooth!" I said defensively.
Her depressed look suddenly changed into a bright smile. "I do like Sabertooth! If I wasn't taken by Fairy Tail, I'd join this guild in a heartbeat."
"Good." Rogue simply said, a warm smile on his face.
This time I felt a little jealous rather than happy. Damn Fairy Tail for claiming Lucy first. If only Sabertooth existed back then.
"Oh, by the way, I've been kinda curious. You were with Natsu-san and the rest in the Tenroujima Accident right?" I asked.
"A-ah yes. We were over there for 7 years apparently. Acnologia was about to attack us but then someone saved us." she vaguely explained, still shivering at the thought of the large dragon.
"So... You're 7 years older than us?" I questioned warily. It sure doesn't look like it! I wonder what happened.
"Well... I suppose so? I'm actually 17 though. Time kind of froze for us when we were 'rescued'."
I sighed in relief, "Hah! We're older than you, so you better listen to us!" I said childishly.
Lucy began to pout. As if she'd let Sting boss her around.
"Rogue-kun! Sting's being a meanie!" Lucy whined equally child-like, and hid behind the shadow dragon mage.
She was holding onto him closely, with her large breasts pressed against his back. This wasn't on purpose though, and Lucy didn't notice Rogue stiffen and fight the growing urge to roughly take her and mark the Fairy Tail mage his.
"S-sting, leave Lucy alone. We're only 2 years older. There's barely a difference." he managed to say sternly.
I was pretty displeased though. How dare she hide from me. Oh I'll make sure by the time I'm done with her, she'll be on her knees begging for me to touch her.
"Whatever. Anyways, why don't we start with punching the practice dummy over there." I suggested, and pointed towards the large doll. Of course it isn't just any ordinary doll. It's magically infused to have high defense so it can withstand tons of magic.
"Okay!" Lucy chirped, and skipped towards where I pointed.
"Piece of cake!" the Fairy Tail mage thought.
However, when she unleashed a strong shadow punch, nothing happened. Lucy looked a bit confused, tilting her head.
Both Rogue and I couldn't help but chuckle. That was our reaction at first when we were practicing too. Lucy's looked a lot more adorable though.
"It's magically enhanced."
"Ooh... Then I guess I'll have to try harder!" Lucy said with a look of determination.
"I must not back off!" Lucy decided.
She gave constant swift punches, yet with no result. This time it was clear that she was pissed as well as a bit tired.
"I guess I'll have to do that." she mumbled in annoyance and entered dragon force. The magical enhancement surrounded her, as she entered the ultimate stage.
"O-oy! You don't just enter Dragon force on a whim so suddenly!" I warned.
Now I'm a reckless guy that doesn't need too much reason to do stuff, but even I know that dragon force has it's limits. Yeah, sure Rogue and I are 3rd generation dragon slayers, but no one from outside of Team Sabertooth really knows that our dragon force can only be initiated once a day and is bad for your health if you constantly depend on it. Another disadvantage to it is it's only slightly less powerful than a 1st generation dragon force. But that's something I prefer to keep to myself. I mean, gaining magic from an external source is a bigger boost than an internal source. But other than those two factors, dragon force is a hell lot more useful considering we can do it anytime we want to. Damn, even I know that.
Rogue was speechless, his deep ruby eyes could only look at Lucy with worry. I probably spoke his words for him.
To our surprise though, she got in dragon force successfully. Just like that. Her silky hair kind of up, dazzling scales that covered most of her arm and legs now. But this time, her eyes are honey gold, and her pupil is no longer round, rather it was slits.
"Heh.." Lucy gave an uncharacteristic sneer, and clenched her hand to a fist. It immediately was surrounded with misty white light and shadows with the occasional blazing flare that was seeping out.
"There's something different about this Dragon Force, Sting." Rogue quietly whispered, concerned about the female whom looked murderous. Her scent changed to something more dragon-like than human.
"Y-yeah..." I could only reply, still staring at her. I didn't recognize this Lucy. Her eyes looked cold and cruel.
"True Dragon's Iron fist!" she yelled. Even her voice sounded different. A slightly deeper woman's voice, yet still belonged to Lucy.
The attack immediately destroyed the magical practice dummy, leaving nothing but some ashes. A blast of strong wind passed through the surrounding from the punch's impact, and Lucy suddenly collapsed to the dusty ground.
"Lucy!" Rogue and I yelled out. We couldn't catch her on time, but she didn't seem to be harmed. The Fairy Tail mage looks normal now, no scales or bad scratches.
"Sting!" Rogue hissed, and I noticed an odd mark on Lucy's left arm. It was black and white. It was a small nearly unnoticeable small tattoo-like pattern that looked like it wasn't finished. Like that mark Cana had with her Fairy Glitter attack, but the difference was Lucy had a portion of it on her skin that didn't seem to fade away.
"There's something wrong with her Dragon Force." I whispered, trying not to let fear show.
Rogue only nodded, and I held her up bridal style. Rufus will probably know what's going on.
Lonergoddess: DUN DUN DUNNNNNN! MUAHHAHA poor Lu-chan. Dragon force is a powerful magic that shouldn't be treated so lightly! So what's going on? What's this True Dragon thing? Well this is a bit predictable but hey, you still love it right? Right? TT^TT btw yes, there's a little more Sticy here to satisfy some fans :) I love you guys!
Which ship do you vote for?
Sticy/Stilu (Sting x Lucy) Vote: 8
Rolu (Rogue x Lucy) Vote: 23
Stiuro (Sting x Lucy x Rogue) Vote: 23
P.S- Wow, I'm so shocked! A tie between Rolu and Stiluro! I feel so bad for Sticy though. Then again. I wouldn't mind if Rogue marked Lucy (w) KYAA! Yea this is still going on as a love triangle but.. Sticy... If I don't see an improvement... Sting will end up with MINERVA! (which I don't mind too much since the Minerva here is nicer. And I'll make her lay off the eye shadow XD)