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Diclaimer: FT not Mine

(Some of The scenes are happening simultaneously)

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Chapter 14: Confrontations and Realizations

Jellal

Ultear bid me goodbye and went to the auditorium for her class. My mind was too tired to think. I was having a conflict in my mind, to go to class or to go home? My mood will surely be sour if I still go to my class, everything beyond this point went down the drain. I had no plans anymore so I decided to head home. Hopefully, a cold glass of water would ease the pain.

"Boyfriend, huh…..Too bad now that she has one I can never be her boyfriend. Wow… I'm so fucking happy for her!" Happy for her? More like angry…..and jealous at the same time.

I prevented myself from wreaking havoc while I was walking home. I wanted to bang my head on the wall. I wanted to kick all those flimsy trash bins. It so goddamn hurts… But I didn't do any of those because I'm okay. Nothing is wrong, I'm relieved and really happy for her. No kidding…

I continued to walk home as peacefully as possible, however; the universe had other plans because while I was on my tracks the rain started to pour. I stopped and open my bag and looked for an umbrella but unfortunately I didn't see one. I ran as fast as I could and stopped when there was a puddle of mud in front of me.

"Fuck you! Universe, you got to try harder than this to make me break!" I yelled with all my might the rain just became another factor for me to lose it.

I was about to start walking when a really fast cab drove right in front of me. As soon as that happened, I felt something splash at me. I looked at my shirt and saw the mud that was on it. My senses failed and my emotions dulled. I never realized that I already was kneeling at the ground. I looked up and raindrops continued falling on my face.

"Happy now? You finally achieved my goddamn downfall! Cause it fucking hurts so bad!" I said to no one in particular. I couldn't bring myself home since I was tired.

I didn't know why it hurt badly. She wasn't my girlfriend but she sure was someone special. I stayed on that position calming myself down. I liked her after all…...it's okay, Jellal… All is well.

Erza

Why did he have to be there? I thought Ultear said it was just her! My heart was so messed up and even this thing was so messed up. Jellal wasn't my boyfriend but why do I feel like I'm being dishonest to him?

I immediately removed my hand from Simon's grip. This wasn't a good decision after all. My conscience was killing me by the minute. I just wanted to go dig a hole and die in it.

"Something wrong, Erz?"

I was surprised when I heard his voice. This is bad….. I can't just say it so casually.

"Nothing. I…uhm…well…"

He smiled, "What is it, Erza?"

I took a deep breath, "Simon, I won't be able to go later. I forgot, I have to do something later….I'm really sorry."

This is weird….That smile I made when I introduced him to Jellal was so fake I hope Jellal didn't see through it. If only I didn't agree to this proposition.

"Oh it's okay, Erza. Anything for my girlfriend." Girlfriend…I inwardly cringed at that. Somehow, it doesn't feel right. The way he called me is just so wrong it felt awkward. Everything was so out of place at this point. I never really saw Simon as a boyfriend material. But….

"Erza! You stupid, stupid girl!"

Mira yelled from afar then she approached my direction.

"Mira! What are yo-"Mirajane shoved a big chunk of bread in my mouth. Effectively, stopping me from talking.

Mirajane gave her best smile, "Simon, go home."

I could see him shuddering at her tone so he immediately walked away. I sighed in relief.

"Thank-"

"Erza, please shut up and come with me."

I'm in for it that's for sure. What the hell was I thinking anyway?

Mirajane continued to lead me through the hallways until we reach the student's lounge. It was deserted. Of course it was we were actually skipping our class right now. I scanned the area once more only to see Cana, Lucy, Juvia and Levy.

"Erza, please sit down…"

I did what she told me to do. I sat on the sofa avoiding any eye contact. I've been lying to them the whole week. To be honest, I am disappointed….of myself.

"Erza? What's happening?" I looked at Lucy only to see her worried face.

"Yeah you've been avoiding us."

"Cana…" I looked down and looked at the floor. I immediately fidgeted on the hem of my skirt.

"Juvia is worried about Erza-san. Juvia could see that Jellal-kun is also worried about Erza."

"Juvia's right. Just forget about us and think about him. You've been avoiding him and not telling him what's wrong and that is rude."

I needed to tell them somehow, I mustered up to make the best poker face I have….

"Mira….I'm avoiding him because I'm dating, Simon…"

It was silent….

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"What!" They all shouted in perfect unison. I didn't say anything because I might say something I don't intend to say.

Mirajane was first to recover, she smiled oh so kindly, "Erza! Are you fucking serious?!"

Everyone was shocked except me of course. They all know that Mira changed from being that punk to a kind woman that she is now. But her outburst right now is all new to them.

"Erza…..Do you actually like that guy?"

"Lucy it's no-"

"Erza-chan, you don't like Simon…."

"Levy, you're wro-"

"I can't believe this…."

"Cana listen to what I'm going to sa-"

"Erza! Enough!"

I immediately sat up straight and kept quiet. God, I'm so guilty right now.

"We're asking the questions and all you have to do is answer honestly. We've had enough of your lies this week."

I winced and nodded so she continued

"Okay….Do you like Simon?"

"No."

"Do you love him then?"

"No…"

"Then why in the world are you dating him?"

"I don't kn-"

I was startled when she stomped her right foot on the coffee table in front of me.

"Answer invalid! I thought we were being honest? Now answer that!"

"I…well..ummmm….I felt….well…"

"Erza….."

I straightened up my act and answered the question honestly.

"I felt bad for him…."

"That is so like you…How long was he courting you?"

I made a fast backtrack of everything but I guess he has been courting me for too long since I couldn't remember how many years it was.

"I don't know but it surely is long enough."

"Erza, don't you think it's unfair for both you and him."

"I agree with Mira. It's unfair for you because you are dating a guy you don't love and you're dating him because of pity. You're forced into him just cause he's into you. Am I right?"

I nodded, so Cana continued on…..

"And it's unfair for him because he's just dating a girl who doesn't love him at all. One-sided feelings. That's like one of the worst things a person could ever feel."

I was beyond ashamed at this point. Everything she said was right, but right now I couldn't tell Simon that we should break up because we just got together this week. I placed my head on my hands. I just wanted to cry right now….

"I'm sorry…..I never thought it would all lead to this. I'm really sorry for avoiding you guys. You can punch me if that would make you feel better."

I felt arms encircling me as I was having my mental breakdown. I couldn't believe myself. It really was unfair for both of us, especially for Simon. I never liked him that way, it's just that I pitied him since he really liked me. And because of this it's going to be harder to tell him off.

"Hey! But before everything you should explain this to Jellal. I'm pretty sure he's getting the wrong idea right now." Mira said worriedly

"Yeah! I better get going! Thank you, guys!" I bowed and ran to the exit. I needed to explain this to him. I just can't let everything go down the drain.

Even though, we don't have that couple relationship he still needed to know. Just in case he likes me back…

When I got out of the building it was raining hard. I shivered when I felt the cold breeze passed through me. I took my phone out and immediately called Jellal. I hope he picks-up…..

"Sup! My phone's probably unattended so just leave a message. Thanks!"

I tried to call him again but he wasn't picking up. Shit! I didn't know what to do. I didn't have an umbrella or anything so how in the world can I go to Jellal's dorm. If only he has dorm mates.

I went back in and sat on the staircase. I feel so useless….. I hugged my knees close and rested my head there. Time was passing by really fast, but I'm still here not doing anything. This sucks…..I still have to break it to Simon.

"Erza?"

I raised my head to see who owned the voice and to my liking it was from Ultear.

"Ultear! I need your help. You see I actua-"

"Erza, I already know the story. Mira told me so that's why I'm here."

She lifted her hand and gave me a key. What is this for?

"That's the key to our dorm room. I can't go with you since I still have to do something. So it's all up to you right now. And take this it's raining hard outside. When you get to our dorm return it to Jellal he forgot that."

I took the umbrella and thanked her. After that I went outside the University and immediately called a cab. When it was there I got in.

"Where to, young lady?''

"Wadsworth."

The driver nodded and drove away. Hopefully this time I could talk to him. The driver was driving too fast that is why when we passed by a person a puddle of water and mud splashed to…I squinted my eyes a little to identify the person. But no avail, I only noticed that the person had blue hair…..

I'm imagining things….I really needed to talk to Jellal soon.

It wasn't soon when we arrived Wadsworth, I handed the money to the driver and went down the vehicle. I ran to the entrance and went directly to the elevator.

I hope he isn't angry or anything…

Jellal

I already stood up from my helpless position a while ago. It still was raining so I was drenched from head to toe. And because of the rain and the cold breeze it brought I was shivering. I ran as fast as I could to get to Wadsworth. When I got there I immediately headed to the entrance. Everyone was looking at me since I was drenched so I walked faster to reach the elevator.

It was already closing so I did what I had to do.

"Oi! Wait up!"

Erza

"Wait up!"

I heard someone call so I pressed the open button again. When it opened a man in a tuxedo went in.

"Thanks…."

I nodded and closed the elevator again. This time I was on my way to their room.

Jellal

I ran faster but when I got there it already closed completely.

"Fuck!" I pressed the up button really fast even if I knew the elevator isn't going to be there when I do so. The stairs it is!

I ran going up as fast as I could since the coldness was unbearable. This building is fully air conditioned so a drenched guy and this building doesn't fit each other. When I got to the floor I headed straight to the room.

Erza

When I got to the floor I headed directly to the room. I unlocked the door and went inside. It was pretty dark so I turned the lights on. After that I locked the door, just for safety precautions. I headed to the kitchen to boil some water since I wanted to drink something warm and all.

"Their place is huge!"

I went to the bathroom to place the umbrella there and while I was at it I just used the restroom.

Jellal

When I got to the room I tried to open it but it was locked. I sighed. I looked at my bag and searched for a key but to my disappointment the only key I found was the one for Warburton. I looked at the door for a long while thinking if I should just break it or not. Mehhhhh, I'll choose the latter. Ultear will kill me if she finds out I broke the door. I was about to leave when I noticed something. The lights were on! Maybe Meredy was in.

I quickly knocked on the door.

Erza

I stood up and headed directly to the kitchen since the water was already boiling. The kettle was producing such an annoying sound that could easily drown any other noise. I took a cup and prepared the tea. When it was prepared I turned the kettle off. Just when I did I heard someone knocking.

"Great! It must be Jellal"

After a while the knocking stopped so I headed directly to the door to open it.

Jellal

No one seemed to be answering the door. I must've left the lights on a while ago. I proceeded to walk away. I'll just go to Warburton.

I brisk walked when I saw an elevator going down and was closing. I wanted to reach that this time so I ran.

"Wait!" I made it just in time and the elevator door closed.

Erza

I opened the door and was surprised since no one was there. I looked around to see if there's someone doing some prank and all that. But all I saw was the elevator door closing and a wet spots on the floor. It was fresh. It was like someone who was drenched in the rain went here and stopped by the door. Maybe it was the person who knocked and conducted the prank.

I shrugged it off and went inside the room and closed the door. I went to the kitchen to prepare some tea and headed to the living room and sat on the sofa. I turned the T.V on and watched something.

I dialed Jellal's phone number again and again but, this time it said it cannot be reached. I flopped on the sofa and sleep soon took over.

...

"Erza….Wakey, wakey!"

I woke up to the feeling of someone shaking my body. I sat up and rubbed my eyes so my vision would somehow be clear and all.

"Great! It's nice that you're here but Jellal still hasn't come home yet….."

"Oh….Really?" I was disappointed. I wanted to talk to him so badly… Maybe this is what he felt when I was avoiding him.

Meredy beamed at me, "Yeah! But anyway, he's a big boy so no need to worry. Just stay over for dinner."

"Is it really okay? I mean is it not bothersome?"

She shook her head and smiled, "It's not don't worry! It's just you, Ultear, and I. Plus you might somehow be here when he comes home."

I nodded, "Okay!"

Jellal

I was already on my way to our dorm room in Warburton. A while ago almost everyone on the train was looking at me in a weird way. A bunch of stupid pricks…..Was it their first time to see a drenched guy with a mud stained shirt?

I was stomping through the halls. This day was stupid and tiring. I'm still not over the fact that Erza has a boyfriend, a guy who isn't me….It's my fault after all, I kept saying that I didn't want our relationship to be beyond friendship. Maybe, I really don't deserve her!

"It really was my fault after all….." I sighed. Instead of going to the dorm room in Warburton, I decided to go back to Wadsworth.

I ran all the way out of the building then ran to get to the train station. I was once again drenched since it was still raining. I took my phone out and tried to open it but the battery was already dead. What did I do to experience such misfortune!

I went inside the train station and bought a ticket going to Magnolia, after that I went to the platform and went inside the train. Since it was packed I just stood up and held onto the safety hand rails. Just in case the train shakes. Simon…..Who is this guy?

Erza

I was in the dining room eating with Ultear and Meredy. I told Meredy what was happening and she seems to understand where I'm coming from. But she kinda had this disappointed look. I can't blame her for feeling that way since I too was disappointed.

"Hmmmmm….I really hope you two make up real soon." She smiled

I nodded, "Yah, I hope so too…"

I continued eating my food. I still was thinking about Jellal…I was worried. They told me not to worry about him but I couldn't stop worrying, I mean he doesn't have his umbrella and I can't reach his phone. I wanted to tell him what's happening, so I could at least save our friendship…. Since this event may stop him from going beyond friendship….

In the three months I've spent with him I knew that I didn't want to be just friends with him. But it seems like that's what he wants, so maybe that's what I should want from now on. I'll try my best to settle with that…. I guess I should stop hoping that we both are going to be together someday….

"Hey, you okay?"

"Oh uh yah…."

"Are you sure? You were crying."

I was startled. I easily came up with a lie.

"I….uh…The food was just really good….." They looked at me worriedly and dismissed it afterwards. They continued eating.

I wiped my eyes and realized that I was unconsciously crying. It really hurts…Even if I try so hard to deny it my heart couldn't. Who knew it would hurt this bad when you know that you two are just not meant to be. Who knew that it would hurt to get stuck in the friend zone? This time I was done...I'm done dreaming about me and Jellal being a couple. This time maybe I'll just find someone who likes me back, Not Simon...Anyone would do...

I continued eating the food, not wanting to think about anything anymore. Everything would be back to normal if I could properly talk to him...

Jellal

When I arrived at Magnolia station it was already 9 o'clock in the evening. The rain didn't seem to stop, I still didn't have any umbrella. Even though I wanted to buy one, my money was just exact for my fair. So I really had no choice. I exited the station and ran as fast as I could to get to the dormitory. The dorm wasn't that far from the station so it was okay.

Meredy and Ultear was right…..I couldn't say that I'm happy for her since I wasn't. When she said what she said a while ago I couldn't even talk. I couldn't talk because I was so fucking jealous and confused at the same time. This sucks…

The rain drenched my clothing but at least I was already inside the dorm. It was freezing….I hurried to the elevator.

Erza

It was already 9:30 in the evening and there are no signs of Jellal yet. I guess I should go home now.

"Hey, I think I should go now…"

"Oh yah….It's already evening and it's still raining. Jellal's not here yet…. Are you sure?"

I nodded and smiled, "Yeah…."

"Well, I guess it can't be helped. Take that umbrella with you. Just return it next week when you see Jelly."

I nodded and headed to the door. Ultear and Meredy assisted me out.

"Thank you, guys!"

They looked at each other and smiled.

"No problem, Erza! I'll just tell Jelly, you came."

"Thanks, Ultear!"

I went out of the room and headed straight to the elevator…The other elevator was on its way up but the other one opened first so I got inside and pressed the ground floor button. The elevator door closed…

Jellal

The elevator door opened when I reached my destination. I headed out and went directly to our room. When I got there I knocked on the door hoping someone was already in.

The door opened revealing a very pissed off Ultear and a pouting Meredy, "Okay…What did I do this time?"

"Just get in, Jellal…"

Crap! Ultear called me Jellal, this is bad. I headed inside with a drenched clothing. I practically looked like a mess right now. When we got in we headed to the living room, I was about to sit on the couch but Ultear glared at me so I didn't.

"First of all, what the hell happened to you? You look like you tripped on a puddle of mud."

"Oh….I skipped class and headed home, it rained when I was on the street. I looked for an umbrella but I forgot it so I was wet all over. Then a fast taxi came and splashed mud on me. When I got to our room I realized that the key is not with me but the lights were on so I knocked but no one was answering so I went to Warburton. But realized it was a bad idea so I headed back here…..Actua-"

"So to cut the story short….Shit happened."

"Exactly…."

"You know….You just came right?"

"Obviously…."

"Didn't you see Erza?"

My eyes widened in surprise….Erza? She was here?

"No! She was here?"

"Yeah….She was here ever since a while ago. She was here that was why the lights were on a while ago….."

"What! You've got to be kidding me!"

"I'm not….She waited for you here and she called you countless of times…."

"The battery was drained….."

"Ouch…..Maybe she was in the elevator when your elevator opened."

"Ultear!"

"Too bad….If only you had waited for a minute when you knocked and if only she had waited a minute more before you came….."

"Fucking timing!" I trudged to my room angrily. I headed to the bathroom and took a warm bath.

If only I had waited…We could've talked to each other properly a while ago. Thinks were messed up, I didn't want any of this to be happening. It sure wasn't fun. After that I wore some decent clothes and headed to the living room. I sat on the sofa and watched something on the T.V.

Ultear and Meredy were cleaning while I was doing nothing. I laid my head on the armrest. What's that smell? I sniffed the armrest. It smells familiar. It smells like Erza….

"Erza slept on the couch a while ago. Please stop what you're doing you look like a perverted creep….." Ultear said nonchalantly

So that was why it smells like Erza. Shit! I'm so whipped….. I needed to get my act straight this time! No more bullshit….

"I'm sleeping on the couch!"

Both of them giggled, Ultear smirked, "Suit yourself, Jelly…."

"You really like her huh…."

"Yes, I do and I decided that I'm going to do something about it!"

"By something do you mean like asking her out?"

"Yes."

Both of them were shocked but I could care less since this time I was more determined than ever. I realized that I didn't want to be just friends with her. I hope it isn't too late…

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