Lily was happy to see Gajeel this way. It seemed like the weight of the world was finally of the man's shoulders. When they had finally reached the party and got out of the car, Lily was so happy to see the necklace on Levy. She was practically glowing with happiness. Her eyes shined brightly at Gajeel. While Gajeel's crimson eyes were full of pure happiness. Gajeel got out of the car first to help Levy out of the vehicle. When they were got out, the hugged each out. They stayed that way for a good minute. Pantherlily watched the happy couple. There was almost a tear in his eyes. Almost. But, the proud exceed would never admit to that.
Gajeel and Levy broke apart and started to walk, hand in hand, to the front door. Lily walked right beside them. That's when Levy held her hand out to Lily. He looked surprised, but she simply smiled. He turned into his big form and held her hand. They entered the room. A butler stopped them. "Names?" he asked politely. "Gajeel and Levy Redfox," Levy told the butler. Gajeel smiled. He loved that she said that, even if it was just an act. Pantherlily watched his friend, nearly laughing at his slightly blushed face. It seemed the butler noticed too. "Newly wedded?" he asked politely. Gajeel nodded his head. Pantherlily again snickered. He was going to enjoy this. Seeing his best friend in an odd mix of both discomfort and joy.
The trio walked into the ballroom. There was at least 100 people in the room. All, had guild marks. There were mages from Sabertooth, Lamia Scale, Mermaid Heel, and several others. But, Pantherlily didn't recognize a single mage. Many couples were dancing. The song was a bit of an upbeat tune. Levy wanted to walk around, meet new people. But, when did she not. Dragging Gajeel behind her (with Lily's help), brought the trio to a group of other guest. They nodded at the three. "Hello, My name is Levy Redfox. And this is my husband, Gajeel," Levy said. Introducing herself and the dragon slayer. "And I am Pantherlily," Lily said. Introducing himself. "It's a pleasure to met you three," said a woman in a sparkling red dress. "I am Isabelle. This is my husband Gregory." Pointing to an older man in a black and purple suit. He nodded his head with a smile. They both had Lamia Scale guild marks in their shoulders. "Pardon me for asking, but are you two new weds?" Gregory asked. Levy smiled,"Yes, yes we are." She looked up at Gajeel who smiled one of the largest smile Lily had ever seen. Pantherlily changed into his small form and flew up to Levy's arms. She hugged him and brought him close. "Brat," Gajeel muttered. Isabelle and Gregory laughed. "What magic do you two practice?"Isabelle asked. "Well, I'm an Iron dragon-slayer. And Shrimp here is a solid script mage," Gajeel responded. The Lamia Scale members looked shocked. Pantherlily started laughing at their faces. Levy smacked him lightly on his head. After recovering from their shock, Gregory answered his wife question,"Isabelle is card magic user and I have wind magic."
The two couple continued to have small talk. They would laugh, and continued to talk. Lily was enjoying himself extremely. These two seemed to be extremely kind and funny. That's when Levy had to ruin the fun. "Do you know we're is the bathroom,"she asked. Isabelle answered,"Just down the hall,"She pointed to the nearest hallway,"Take a right and there is a sign marked women's." Levy said her thanks and started to walk away. Gajeel eyes followed her as she walked away. "You two have been through a lot haven't you," Gregory asked,"Pardon myself for asking." "Yeah. She has saved my life so many times. She saved me from myself,"Gajeel responded. His voice trailing off. Still looking at the hallway that Levy disappeared into. Pantherlily looked at his friend with concern. "Well, are they serving any kiwi,"Pantherlily asked? Desperately trying to change the subject. Knowing only how to well how broken the strong man really was. Isabelle laughed,"There isn't any kiwi. I'm sorry."
They continued with their piety small talk for about 10 minutes. Pantherlily looked at Gajeel as to remind him about the plan. He nodded to the exceed. "Where are the bathrooms again? My wife should be out here by now,"Gajeel asked the other couple. Isabelle repeated her directions to Gajeel. Pantherlily and Gajeel walked quickly, side by side, to the bathrooms. Anxious to start the plan as soon as possible. There was Levy, waiting for them. Gajeel gave her a hug. Pantherlily stood back watching the pair. He pulled out the map. He motioned to the two to come over with him and look over the plan. After reviewing the plan, Pantherlily asked,"Ready?" They both nodded. They started to walk down the hall. As they almost reached the office, a certain golden- haired person came into the picture.
Immediately, Lily turned into his big form. He was really starting to hate Hibiki. Levy looked him right on the eye,"What do you want?" Hibiki grabbed her arm and pulled her away from Gajeel's side. On instinct, Lily stepped in between Hibiki and Levy, breaking the hold Hibiki had on Levy. "Get away from him Levy! Please!" Hibiki cried to Levy. "He is a monster! He murdered innocent people. For no reason! He is a complete villain! I have seen images of the bodies of the people he had killed." In a flash of an eye, Lily saw pictures of people's horribly mutilated bodies with the Phantom Lord's symbol written on them in iron. He let out a cry of shock. What were these images he was seeing? Was this Gajeel's doing? He turned to his best friend. The amount of pain in his friend's eye told him enough. This was his doing. He had killed these people. And this was the aftermath of it. The images he was seeing… He turns to see Levy. His eyes showed a picture of every emotion that was playing inside her right then. Pain, disbelief, and a broken heart.