Chapter 13
On the road to the site of The Battle of Dragons and Men (1 mile out)
A magical armored vehicle makes its way to the battle site. Inside the seven Dragon Slayers prepare themselves. A second magical armored vehicle trails them. Within are Chief Erza, Future Gray, Carla, and five Council Troopers. "Going of the plan again," Chief Erza spoke over her ear piece. "The Dragon Slayers will combat Malachai and his forces as a distraction while my team locate our friends and spring them out. If the opportunity arises then we finish Malachai and his forces today, if not we retreat and get our friends to safety."
"Divide and Conquer," Master Natsu said.
"I like it," Gajeel added.
"Glad it pleases you two," Erza replied. "Everybody got that?"
"Affirmative Ma'am," the troopers replied.
"Yeah," the other Dragon Slayers responded.
"Good. Let's get our friends back."
On site of the Battle of Dragons and Men
Eleven years ago this place was known as Haven. A beautiful town with a population about 600, that covered one football field, surrounded by many trees and flowers, animals can be seen in the forest living their own lives, but after that day the land is filled with destroyed houses, magic weapons and bones as the plant life cover them. Standing in the middle of the town is the larger version of the monument inside of Fairy Tail. Flowers, pictures, and gifts are scattered around the base of it to honor the Fairies that gave their lives to stop the forces of evil. The seven Dragon Slayers kneel and give a moment of silence as they wait. The rising sun temporarily blinds them as they see multiple hooded figures in all black armor approaching them. The figures stopped five meters away from the seven Dragon Slayers as Malachai stepped in front. "Ahhhh. Wonderful memories were made here," he says viewing the monument. "You know. You didn't actually stop me and I' m puzzled as why they built a monument for your failure."
"We did stop you," Master Natsu replied.
"Well you didn't do a good job, cause guess what? I'm still here." Observing the area for any ambushes or surprises, he spoke, "So. Where the others?"
Master Natsu pointed to the two magical vehicles parked about twenty meters behind them. "We told them not to interfere."
"Good. Besides this is an invite only party."
"Well I guess we're here to crash it then," Master Natsu replied. Malachai began raising his hand. "You guys ready," Master Natsu asked.
"Yeah," the others replied.
"Good. Let's do this," he shouted. Looking at Natsu they both nodded and transformed.
Lightning Flame Dragon Mode!
"Get ready to get scorched," Kai exclaimed.
Flame Devil Dragon Mode!
"On you dad," Samantha said.
"Let's go baby girl," Gajeel replied.
Iron Shadow Dragon Mode!
"I don't have a second mode," Wendy said. "I guess I'll provide support Magic."
"That's a good idea," Future Wendy replied. "We'll take care of this little me!"
"Wait? You have a secondary mode?"
"Of course."
Dragon Force Unleashed!
"You can power up all you want," Malachai snapped motioning his Dragon Slayers to charge, "The results will still be the same. You all dead!" The seven Dragon Slayers charged too, clashing the enemy head on. Magical attacks shook the area as the Fairies and Malachai's Forces fought.
Inside the forest of Haven
The battle can be felt from where Chief Erza, Future Gray, and the five Council troopers were at. "Sgt. Orion status report from the drones," Chief Erza asked holding on to a tree to prevent from staggering.
"Hold Chief," the trooper replied piloting the drone. Spotting multiple targets near a cave he spoke, "There! 30 meters in front, multiple hostiles seem to be guarding a cave."
"What's with these guys and caves," Future Gray asked.
"We can ask them when we get there," Chief Erza replied. Motioning her hand forward she continued, "Let's move out."
Haven
Roar of the Lightning Flame Dragon!
Master Natsu's attack tore through ten enemies as he charged forward, punching, kicking, and smashing anything in his path. Activating his ear piece he spoke, "How's everybody doing?"
Kai dodging attacks responded, "Doing-Whoa! Just fin-missed me! Fine!" Setting his feet he turned to his attackers.
Brilliant Flame of the Flame Devil Dragon!
Killing four, he jumped and retreated for a better position. "Natsu," Master Natsu asked. "What's your status?"
Smashing three enemies with his elbow through a house, Natsu responded, "Having fun!" A breath attack barely missed him. He faced his foe.
Dragon Slayer Secret Art: Crimson Lotus: Exploding Flame Blaze!
Master Natsu looking at the explosion from Natsu's attack, and spoke, "Nice one!"
"Many more where that came from!"
"Gajeel," Master Natsu asked. "You good?"
"Can it Salamander," he replies dodging attacks. "Having a Father-Daughter fun time," he says jumping on a roof and looking at Samantha. "Let's go!" Both shouted.
Roar of the Iron Shadow Dragon!
Obliterating a wave of enemies, Master Natsu can hear their voices going, "Oh yeah!" over his ear piece. "Why didn't I think of that with Kai," he asked himself. Dodging a punch he grabbed his attacker's neck and spun it in 360 degrees. "Wendys?"
Wing Attack of the Sky Dragon!
Slicing six enemies, Future Wendy replied, "We're good. Can't d-"she was cut off when she noticed a breath attack heading toward her younger self. "Look out!"
An explosion occurred, but Wendy replied as she jumped in the air, "I'm fine. Pay back time!"
Roar of the Sky Dragon!
"Glad to see everbody is ok," Master Natsu said as he switched frequencies, "Erza, what's your status?"
"Engaging enemies at the entrance," she replied. "You?"
"Oh you know. Killing bad guys, avenging loved ones, th-" Master Natsu was cut off when Malachai's breath attack hit him in the chest sending him flying.
"You should really pay attention to your surroundings Master Natsu," Malachai said approaching Natsu.
"Well you have mine now," he replies getting up and charging towards Malachai.
Cave Entrance
"Natsu," Chief Erza asked. "Hello? Natsu."
"Chief," Future Gray said. "Entrance cleared."
"Good job," Chief Erza replies. "Sgt. Orion, station two of your men here in case we need to retreat or we've rescued the hostages," she continues entering the cave.
"Got it Ma'am," the trooper responded. "Lazlo, Xerath you two are on guard duty. Anything that ain't a friendly you have my permission to take them out. The rest of you come with me," he orders as he and the rest of the council troopers follow Future Gray and Chief Erza.
Even further inside the cave the rescue team can still feel the quakes of the battle. "Are we winning," Future Gray asked as he follows behind Chief Erza.
"It's not about winning, it's about surviving and I can tell Natsu and the others are giving them hell, but I don't know for how long," Chief Erza replied. Looking around for any signs of her friends she continues, "We're taking too long, we have to find some kind of room that has the locations of the other rooms."
"Ma'am," Sgt. Orion shouted. "I think Calibri found what you're looking for." Chief Erza and the others rush over. "Go ahead Private."
"Well I hacked into the mainframe and I've located where they're holding the hostages," Pvt. Calibri reported.
"Good," Chief Erza acknowledged. "How about the enemies in the cave?"
"That's the thing though," he replied. "Other than the hostages this place is empty." Puzzled faces filled the rescue team.
"Maybe Malachai got too cocky," Future Gray said.
"No," Chief Erza replied. "Private. Is there a room that functions as a generator?"
"Yes Ma'am," her replied. "Hostages are on Level 4, it's located on Level 5."
"Son of a bitch," Chief Erza snapped. "We've have to move!" She started running towards the elevators , the troopers and Future Gray followed.
"What? Why," Future Gray asked running besides her. "Erza! What's wrong?"
"He knew Gray," Chief Erza replies repeatedly pressing the elevator button. "He knew that we'd stage a rescue op. Now he's probably planted a bomb or multiple bombs in the generator room and the cave."
"Damn," Future Gray said. "So what now," he asks as they enter the elevator.
Taking a moment to collect herself, she replies, "We-"she was cut off by an explosion in the cave. The elevator halted on Level 3.
"What was that," Future Gray asked getting up.
"It's already started," Chief Erza replied. "Quickly open the door. We have one floor to go."
"Gisha! Get the jack out," Sgt. Orion ordered.
"On it sir," Gisha replied pulling out a jack from his back pack. Placing it in the door he forced it open. "Done."
"Good job Corporal," Chief Erza praised him as they exited the elevator.
"Found the stairs," Future Gray shouted.
"Alright. We've got to hurry," Chief Erza replies as they all began their descendent.
What up guys! Hope you're enjoying! I can't stop saying that for some reason. Anyway we only have about...2 chapters to go then an epilogue then I'm moving on to another story that I've already begun writing. So tensions are really heating up now that bombs are in play. Malachai sure is a clever mofo, but as they say, "The Greater the villain the better the praise." I think. A lot of action this chapter and the last 2 will be the same. Again I can't thank you enough for reading. It really means a lot. If you want I can check out your stories too or whatever. Anyway thanks again and expect the final chapters coming out within 3-4 days cause I'm gonna be traveling. Oh I keep forgetting this since I introduced them, but for you all who wonder what the Council Troopers look like, uh in my head I pictured them as the original Halo 3's ODST. Not the stand alone game with Rookie and his team, but that's just me. You guys can picture them however you want since they're kinda side characters that you'll see a lot. Cya!