Ok wow. I totally forgot about the Fourth of July. I am a moron. How do I forget about something like that? How? Brain why? I am such a moron…. Happy belated Fourth of July? **pathetically waves Canadian flag** Zero, I also almost feel bad for Astrid. Not stopping me though. **Laughs evilly**
Juvia had finally calmed down. Of course, the process of calming her down was not that easy, so right off the bat, nobody died. Ok maybe Gray's dignity died a little bit, but that doesn't matter.
Around three seconds after appearing, she had declared Astrid her newest Love Rival.
That resulted in a chase through the Edge, as Astrid was understandably terrified. I mean, who wouldn't be terrified by a demon woman chasing you, almost screaming about how, "YOU'D BETTER LEAVE GRAY-SAMA ALONE! JUVIA WILL KILL LOVE RIVAL BEFORE SHE CAN CONFUSE GRAY-SAMA!"
It took Gray to stop Juvia, and Erza, Natsu, Hiccup, and Stormfly to get Astrid to stop running. Even then Astrid still almost didn't stop, and those four were holding her back. She was dragging them along.
After Juvia had calmed down, proper introductions were made. Astrid made a point to stand as far away from Juvia as possible, and Juvia glared at her the whole time, muttering about Love Rivals.
Gray had started teasing Natsu about how if he had really trained a Dragon, why wasn't it anywhere? Erza was discussing the finer points of pastry with Fishlegs, who was scribbling down everything she said in a notebook.
At the same time Wendy was talking to Hiccup. It was Hiccup who started the conversation. "Wendy, what are your views on Natsu?"
The little girl had looked at him with her big, brown eyes, and he almost forgot how she too was a Dragon Slayer. "I guess Natsu-San is like a big brother to me. I… Only had Grandine at first, and when she left I had Jellal, then Carla and Cait Shelter, my guild. Carla was my closest friend, and when my guild formed an alliance with Fairy Tail, Lamia Scale, and… Blue Pegasus," Wendy suppressed a shudder. "I was relieved to meet Natsu-San, because I didn't know any other Dragon Slayers."
"..um… He's really strong. All I want to achieve is even a quarter of the power Natsu-San has." Hiccup swallowed. Just how strong was Natsu? He looked over, seeing Natsu and Gray cowering from Erza.
Clearing his throat loudly, he drew everyone's attention back to himself. "We should focus on getting you Dragons. Erza and Natsu already have Dragons, so they can probably help out. We'll split into teams. Astrid, you go with Snotlout and Wendy, to find Wendy a Dragon. Fishlegs, you go with Gray and Natsu." He looked at the two rivals, who were glaring at each other. "Better take Erza with you as well. Myself, the Twins, and Juvia will try and find Juvia a Dragon." He spared a glance at the twins, who were cheering Natsu and Gray on. He let out a long suffering sigh.
Astrid stretched. Wendy had ended up flying with Snotlout, who was undoubtedly sharing some tale of grandeur with her. Most likely fake instead of fact.
They had agreed to head to Dragon Island, where there were a wide variety of Dragons to chose from. They were almost there now, Astrid couldn't help but wonder if it was responsible to let such a young girl ride on a Dragon alone.
Perhaps she should subtly suggest a Gronckle, they were nice and gentle.
Upon landing, Wendy scrambled off Hookfangs back, sniffing the air. "I… I think I can smell Dragons that way." She pointed into the woods.
Astrid hoisted her axe, ignoring Snotlouts attempts to hit on her. "Then that's the way we'll go."
Turns out it was only one Dragon Wendy smelt, a rather large Gronckle. It had greenish scales, with mustard yellow highlights.
Astrid was about to tell Wendy how that Dragon would be great for her, but before she could a Nadder strode into the clearing where the Gronckle rested on its side. The Gronckle took one look at the Nadder and flew off.
The Nadder was mainly white, which was unusual for a Nadder, with the tips of her wings, tail, and legs fading into a vibrant sky blue. Her muzzle also had a nice blue tint to it. There was no doubt this Nadder was female.
Astrid sneaked a glance at Wendy. Yep… Just as she thought. Wendy was totally smitten with this Dragon.
Astrid quickly leaned over to Wendy. "Approach her carefully. Don't make any sudden or suspicious moves, and don't let her see any weapons, if you have any. Hold your hand out to her, if she pushes her muzzle into your hand, you're good. Me and Snotlout will be right here, ready to leap in if anything goes badly."
Astrid was almost certain that any other little girl would be crying by now, probably terrified. But then again, other little girls did go through some of the things it seems Wendy went through.
Wendy turned to face Astrid. "Promise me you won't hurt that Dragon." Astrid was surprised, she'd never heard Wendy use a tone like that before. "Promise."
Wendy moved a little ways away from them in the bush, before stepping out and making sure to step on a twig to catch the Dragons attention.
The Nadder turned its head towards Wendy. Wendy kept her approach steady.
She held out one hand to the Dragoness.
The Nadder tilted its head slightly.
Then it shifted it wings, and firmly pressed her muzzle into Wendy's hand.
Fishlegs couldn't help but watch in fascination as Gray and Natsu glared at each other while Erza wasn't looking, but as she glanced back at them, they'd sling an arm around each other shoulders, and pretend to be good friends.
It was just so well coordinated…
They had opted to stay on the Edge, as Igneo would likely light himself of fire mid-flight, which wouldn't be good for Gray. Strawberry was only ok with Erza on her back, and Meatlug was too small for Gray and Fishlegs to ride on.
They started by heading to the Dragon Stables, Erza in front, then Natsu and Gray, then Fishlegs.
The reason they were headed to the stables was Strawberry and Igneo were somehow, still asleep.
Gray couldn't help but stare at Igneo, the Dragon was the biggest he'd seen so far.
Natsu clambered onto the still slumbering Dragons back. "Oi! Wake up!" He yelled.
The Dragon finally woke up, shuffling into a standing position. Gray managed to break his gaze away from the red Dragon, and focussed on Fishlegs.
"Can you tell me about some of the Dragons you have here?"
"Well, we have all sorts of Dragons here. I guess we'll just find one you like."
"So, why are we taking their Dragons with us?" Gray pointed at Natsu and Erza.
"Oh! Well, you have to learn how to fly your Dragon properly. I… Thought I might be able to help."
"NATSU SLOW DOWN!"
Natsu, contrary to Fishleg's prediction, needed no help with his Dragon. The two got along like a house on fire. They were currently blasting though and around the Edge, alternating between flying and running.
Erza managed to stop them though, as big as Igneo was, he was still terrified by Erza. Strawberry managed to match Erza's glare, and joined in on glaring at Igneo.
Fishlegs sighed, this wasn't going to be easy.
They wandered for a good half an hour, before Natsu slammed to a halt. "What happened to that Terrible Terror?" Fishlegs, who was the only one who knew what he was talking about, responded.
"Did it have a scratch on its side?" Natsu nodded an affirmative. "Oh! Gray, it's the one that attached itself to your face! Remember? The one tha-" Gray slapped his hand over Fishlegs mouth.
"No need to hear the rest of that."
Things had started out… Great… (Sarcasm)
Ruffnut had attempted to headbonk Juvia. Juvia used her water body to evade it. When Hiccup looked over, he saw a headless Juvia.
Yep… Absolutely fantastic.
They had managed to move past that though, although Hiccup was convinced he'd need therapy later.
They had also decided to go to Dragon Island, although the other side of where Astrid, Snotlout, and Wendy were. Juvia rode with Hiccup, although the she continually told him how she only had eyes for Gray.
To Hiccups relief, he was starting to feel threatened by Juvia, they landed smoothly.
The twins were arguing about who knows what, as Hiccup gave Juvia some pointers for Dragon Training.
Juvia was determined to train a Dragon, to get Grays attention. Hiccup doubted it would work, seeing as everyone else had a Dragon as well, but he didn't dare tell her that.
Juvia found a lake, that connected to the ocean, and as she went to look in the water, she got swept away in another fantasy.
Juvia rode up on a beautiful Dragon. Gray looked at her with hearts in his eyes. "Juvia… You're so cool riding on that Dragon… Marry me!"
Juvia jumped off the Dragon and into Grays arms. "Yes my love!"
When she snapped back to reality, she had her arms wrapped around something… Scaly?
She opened her eyes slightly, and she had been hugging a Dragon. Hiccup was complimenting her on doing such a good job training the Dragon, he called it a Scauldron.
Juvia backed up and took a good look at the Dragon. It seemed young, it's scales were a dark blue. Along its back there were grey scales, scattered over the Dragon. The problem was, it had a jagged scar over half its face, it was missing an eye.
It cooed, happy that Juvia apparently liked it so much. Juvia grudgingly patted it on the snout, she wanted a pretty dragon to impress Gray.
Oh well. Not today Juvia. Not today.
She decided on the name Dripdrop.
Wendy happily stroked her new Dragon. Astrid approached carefully out of the bush. "Now all you need to do is name her."
Wendy looked into her Dragons eyes. Or at least tried to. It's a little hard when there's one eye on each side of the head, but she tried.
"I'm going to name her… Sky." The newly named Sky cooed happily and rubbed against Wendy. Wendy scratched the back of Sky's head, when her fingers came in contact with something mellatic.
Concerned, she took a look at it. "Astrid-San! There's a lens embedded in the back of Sky's neck!"
Astrid furrowed her brows, she didn't think to bring bandages. Wendy, however, seemed to have a plan.
"Snotlout, hold her head still. Astrid-San, keep her calm."
Snotlout wrapped his meaty arms around the Dragons neck, leaving the back of the neck visible.
Astrid stroked the Dragons snout, and scratched her chin.
Wendy reach out, and with a sharp yank, the lens came out. Sky thrashed, before realizing the pain in the back of the back was… Fading.
Astrid watched in fascination as Wendy held her hands over Sky's neck. The scales knit them selves back together.
"Uh, guys? Can I let go now?"
Guys, what Dragon should I give Gray? I can't figure it out, and it's driving me crazy. ~ShadeShadow