The story is coming to a close, who will Lucy choose Laxus or Natsu and whats evil plans does the priestess (Shion) have in store for Lucy? In this weeks "After the Games", Muah ah aha ha...
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(At the Pub)
Erza quickly got up from the table and walked away. As she was leaving the pub she passed Natsu who was fighting with Gray like his usual self. As Erza walked by them she quickly grabbed Natsu scarf and was now dragging him on the floor. She then passed Laxus who was in a chair drinking a logger with his teammates. Erza passed him as well and grabbed him by the coat and dragged both of them out of there, using her sheer strength.
By the time they exited, Natsu and Laxus both asked, "What's the hells the matter with you"?
"It's all part of my master plan to help Lucy out, so shut up and listen for once", said the scarlet mage.
(Back at their Hotel)
Lucy and Wendy were showering at the women's bath house, that's when Erza came in.
"What took so long, its 6:00pm and the carnival start's at 8:00pm", said Lucy.
"I just had to take care of a few things", said Erza as she slowly got into the hot water.
(Back in their room)
Wendy and Erza were ready and nicely dressed but Lucy just lay on top of her bed in her towel starring at the ceiling.
"You should hurry and get ready Lucy", said Wendy.
There was a knock at the door.
Erza opened the door, it was Romeo and Jellal. They were both wearing dark suits and bowties. They look extremely dapper, and stoic.
"Aghhhh, why would you open the door Erza, you know I'm half-naked", screamed Lucy as she hid under her covers.
"Well you were just lying there taking your time, this way you would hurry up", said the mage as she left the room with Wendy. As she was leaving she yelled at Lucy, "hey don't forget to hurry up, your mystery date will come and pick you up in a few minutes".
Lucy hated the idea of Erza setting her up; so many things came into her mind wondering who the mystery guest could be. She then proceeded to get ready; she was wearing a pink dress and wore a pink ribbon on her hair. She looked simple and very cute.
She then heard a knocking at the door.
As Lucy went to the door she turned the knob slowly wondering if she would see Natsu or Laxus.
As the door opened, she noticed Ichiya standing on the door way. She quickly became pale. "Well Ichiya I guess your my mystery date, are you ready?" asked Lucy nervously.
"I'm here to pick up the lovely Erza, where is she?" Ichiya asked.
Lucy didn't want to be the one to tell Ichiya, "I'm sorry Ichiya she just left with Jellal", said Lucy in a nervous way.
"Don't put on a worry face my pretty, she just likes to play hard to get, I'll go after her", proclaimed Ichiya as he left to the party.
Lucy then closed the door and as she walked away she heard another knock at her door.
She was not so hesitant this time. As she opened the door she noticed Happy at the door step.
He was wearing a red bow tie instead of his usual green sac.
"Oh hey happy, I guess your my date for this evening?" asked Lucy.
"Nope, I was wondering if Charle was here?" said the blue cat.
"Sorry Happy, I haven't seen her", said Lucy.
"It's okay, by the way who are you dressed up for? who Likkkkkes you?", said Happy in his usual manner of teasing Lucy.
Lucy just slammed the door, not wanting to hear Happy's remarks.
Again Lucy was walking away from the door until she heard another knock.
"Happy go away", Lucy noticed the person at the door was not Happy.
"Oh, hey Lucy, can I come in?" said Lisanna.
Lucy was shocked to see Lisanna at the doorstep. "Of course", said Lucy hesitantly. "What's wrong", asked Lucy as she sat on her bed.
Lisanna just sat next to Lucy on her bed.
She was dressed up in a black slick dress. Lucy noticed her eyes were red. As she saw that Lisanna started to cry.
"What's wrong Lisanna?" asked the celestial mage?
"I hate you!" screamed Lisanna.
Lucy just stood back in shock, even though she knew Lisanna didn't like her, she never thought she would throw it at her face.
"I hate you Lucy, I hate you", Lisanna said again, as the tears overflowed.
Lucy didn't know what to do as her rival was sitting right next to her, sobbing, and telling her how much she hates her. She then tried to put her hand on her shoulder.
"Stop that, the last thing I want is you pity", said Lisanna.
"Then why are you here?" asked Lucy.
"Like you don't know I just came here to say you won, are you happy now Lucy, you finally won", said the takeover mage.
"I'm still lost, what are you talking about", she asked.
"I'm talking about Natsu, Lucy", said Lisanna. "I went to look for him, and when I saw him I asked him to the carnival. He then rejected me; he apparently already had a date. So you win Lucy, Natsu chose you", said Lisanna.
Lucy was a happy that Natsu chose her, but she hated seeing Lisanna so sad, even though she deserved it.
Then the door opened.
Laxus was standing at the doorway, in a dark suit and black tie. He even combed his hair for the event.
"Hey Lisanna what are you doing here?" asked Laxus.
"What are you doing here Laxus?" asked Lisanna.
"Well I asked you first, but I guess I'm here to take Lucy to the firework Carnival", said Laxus.
"Well if it's a chore, then you can leave me be", said Lucy angrily.
"I didn't mean it like... ughh, you know what I mean… you look pretty", said Laxus underneath his breath.
Lucy cheeks got red, "Well, thank you".
"Wait, Wait I thought Natsu was going with Lucy?" said Lisanna.
"Well Erza was going to ask both of us to take Lucy, but he said he already had a date, he didn't say who", said Laxus.
"So Lucy hasn't won, I knew her cheap trick's wouldn't win over my lover, now to go kill the girl Natsu is going out with", Lisanna was running towards the door then stopped and turned around, "Well see ya later Laxus, and Lucy thanks for hearing me out".
Lucy and Lisanna both smiled genuinely at each other for the first time in a real long time.
Laxus then got Lucy's hand and lifted her out of the bed.
"Where going to be late if you don't hurry up", said Laxus as he dragged Lucy out of her door, holding her hand. They both were running down the hall. As Lucy was running she noticed Laxus big rough hands wrapped around her small hand. She could only giggle at the big comparison.
"What's so funny" asked Laxus.
"Nothing, don't worry about it", said Lucy with a smile.
When they got to the palace, they were out of breath, but they just made it in time before the doors closed.
The palace was completely decorated, the left-wing was decorated in bright red, blue and white lacing. Lucy noticed quickly that the party only consisted of the teams competing and their guilds. She wondered why people of the city didn't come, there was plenty of room, and she then found all her friends. They were all dancing and paired up. Lucy then gave a glance upwards towards Laxus. She was really nervous standing next to Laxus, he always looked so intimidating. She was actually thinking of a way to ask him to dance, but she was too scared.
Laxus then said, "Well I guess everyone's dancing, we might as well". Laxus always acted so smug and always acted like he was forced to do the things he actually wanted to do.
"Well we don't have to if you..." was what Lucy was saying but Laxus quickly got her two arms and started swaying her around.
It was funny watching them dance, Laxus looked clumsy and Lucy looked so fragile compared to him. Although it looked like they were in trouble, they were smiling. Laxus actually had a smile on his face which was rare. Lucy couldn't stop laughing and smiling at her dance partner, enjoying the fun they were having together. Then the music slowed down, Lucy and Laxus saw everyone getting close together.
"Do you still want to continue dancing?", asked Lucy. "I'm not great at ballroom danceing".
Laxus's cheeks got red "It's okay just follow me", said Laxus as he put Lucy on top of his feet.
Lucy's feet were now placed on top of Laxus's feet, as he started to move. They looked picture perfect dancing together. Erza saw Laxus and Lucy dancing and smiled as she laid her chin on Jellal's shoulder, she was happy to see that her planned had worked.
That's when the music stopped and there was an announcement that the fireworks would be starting in five minutes. Lucy looked up and saw it was the priestess. She looked so elegant, her blond hair was nicely done, she wore a purple gown made of gorgeous silk that matcher her lavender eyes. She then noticed a figure behind her. Lucy was in shock to find out that it was Natsu. He was dressed in a silver tux. He then escorted the priestess down the stairs as everyone eyes went to the pair. Lucy just stood there in place left completely stunned. As people started to walk passed her, constantly brushing her sides as they moved to the outside, Lucy couldn't help, but feel jealous.
Laxus then taped her in the shoulder as he asked her, "Are you okay"?
"Oh yeah, sorry I'm just a little distracted", she said as she looked away from Laxus.
They both went outside and once they went outdoors they heard a rocket fire up in the sky. The heard the whirl of the rocket cutting through the wind then exploding, brightening up the sky. The night sky was lit up by the fireworks as the band continued to play outside. Lucy then noticed the pair sitting next to her; it was the Shion and Natsu. Natsu noticed them as well, he then waved to her. The air was chilly and Lucy shivered, Laxus noticed that Lucy was cold so he gave her his coat, Lucy happily accepted. Natsu noticed the gesture from Laxus; he then followed up by giving his coat to Shion. Lucy noticed that as well and as she saw Natsu hand her his coat she decided to grab onto Laxus's arm to get Natsu angry. Natsu noticed Lucy's actions, so he decided to put his arm around Shion. Lucy was now a little mad, she thought she might one up them by actually holding Laxus's hand intertwining their Fingers. Natsu was now furious he was so mad he ended up by giving Shion a kiss on the cheek.
This act was now getting to Lucy; she put her hand to her cheek and noticed a tear. She quickly wiped it away and stood up. Lucy was now upset that Natsu took it so far that she went back inside the castle. Natsu saw Lucy run inside and went after her, Laxus quickly followed.
Lucy was now inside the mansion, but it was to huge she got lost, she was in a random hallway and it was quite. She kept walking, she was upset and she didn't care where she ended up, she just wanted to be away from Natsu, Laxus and the party.
"I knew I shouldn't have come to this party, why did Natsu kiss make me so mad, I mean its Natsu for crying out loud, I don't have feelings for him. He can kiss any girl he wants, why should I care, It's not like I'm in love with Nat..", Lucy couldn't finish that sentence.
(In another part of the castle)
Natsu was in a random hallway yelling Lucy's name trying to find her. He then came in contact with Laxus. "Great, what do you want, I'm trying to find Lucy", said the fire mage.
"Well I was looking for you salamander, you need to stop what you're doing, I'm Lucy's date, you decided to take someone else to the party, so why do you care about her?", said Laxus grabbing a hold of Natsu suit.
"Well…." Natsu couldn't answer.
(Back to Lucy)
Lucy was now getting a little scared. She was completely lost, and trying to get back to the party, but all the halls looked the same. She then Noticed Shion as she turned the corner.
"Oh hey Shion, I'm so happy to see you, I'm a little lost, can you help me out of here", said the celestial mage.
"No, no Lucy I was actually hoping to catch you alone, I need to talk you ", said Shion as she got closer to Lucy grabbing her hand.
"Ouch, your grabbing it a little too hard Shion", said Lucy.
Shion facial expression changed. She went from looking calm and collective to looking demented. "Follow me celestial Wizard, I think it's time for you to see what's happening underneath these castle grounds".
As the storystarts coming to a close, what will happen to Lucy and will our heroes come and save her in the nick of time, you the readers decide the fate of the characters. Make a review on your thoughts of this weeks chapter, and your predictions of what will happens next. I love to see you responses and find out next week what happens in "After the Games".