Everyone was outside. Happy, Carla, and Lily were being chased when Fairy Tail came. The enemy paniced when they saw Master and Hades was down. They ran away and everyone celebrated, going back to camp. Lucy sat alone, until Cana came up. "Thanks for trying to help me." She said. Lucy smiled. "Okay, if you'll thankful, then go tell you-know-who who he is." She winked. Cana looked down. "I'll get Natsu and Happy away." Lucy said, leading Cana to Gildarts. She pulled Happy and Natsu away, behind the trees. "What are you doing?" He asked.
Lucy crossed her arms. "I'm helping your friend tell Gildarts something important. Watch if you want to, but leave her alone." She walked away, knowing Natsu watched her walk away, then turned to Cana. Now, we'll be attacked by Acnologia. Lucy sighed. At least I said goodbye to my father better this time. She smiled as she reached the camp. Lucy looked around at everyone as she heard Acnologia's roar. Everyone started panicing. Gildarts, Cana, Happy, and Natsu ran into camp.
Acnologia came down and attacked. Master tried to hold it off while he told everyone to run. After a minute, Natsu led everyone back, trying to attack Acnologia. He flew up, getting ready to destroy the island. Levy and Fried got ready to put up a defense. Natsu grabbed Lucy's hand, bringing her into the circle. She grabbed Gray's hand and focused her energy to Levy and Fried. This won't work, but Master Mavis will make Fairy Sphere, sending us away for 7 years. Lucy looked at Natsu, who looked so focused, then around the circle. I will protect them. Lucy thought as Acnologia attacked, sending them away.
Lucy opened her eyes. Everywhere hurt. Where am I? Lucy thought. She sat up, everyone from Fairy Tail running to her. That's right! This is 7 years later, after Acnologia attacked. Lucy stood up. Everyone's eyes were on her. Lucy realized her hood was down and the end of her cloak was ripped. "Who's that?" Max asked. That's right. This is the first time they've seen me. Lucy thought, pulling up her hood and pushing past them. Lucy waited until everyone was done hugging Master to approach him. "You were right, but how'd you know?" He asked.
Lucy sighed. "The story order told me. Don't forget the special person watching over us. We haven't seen the last of her." She winked and pointed to Master Mavis. Master looked at Mavis, wide eyed. He turned back to Lucy. "And one more thing, remember this. 3 months, 2 teams. Natsu, Erza, Gray, Wendy, me, and Elfman. Another Juvia, Laxus, Mira, Gajeel, Cana, and a friend." Lucy said. Master looked at her, trying to see what she ment, but Lucy walked away. The Grand Magic Games. She thought, getting on a boat. Everyone got on and they went to sea.
Lucy sighed when Natsu attacked the man in the door. That's what you get for attacking Fairy Tail, let alone a kid. She thought as Erza, Gray, Gajeel, and Master attacked the others. Master explained what had happened to everyone. Lamia Scale came to visit, but Lucy just watched from the corner as everyone celebrated. Lucy sighed and looked down. "Excuse me." She looked at who was talking to her. "Romio" Lucy looked confused. "How do you... Never mind. Are you Lucy?" Romio asked. Lucy looked away and got up, running out the door.
Does everyone in Fairy Tail know my name now? If they don't, they'll know it soon. They'll say my name in the Grand Magic Games. Lucy sighed. I think I'll go see my dad's grave now. She walked to the train station, but stopped when she heard running. Lucy turned to see Natsu and Happy running to her. "What are you doing here?" She asked. Natsu panted. "You looked upset... so I came to see if you're... okay." He said. Lucy smiled. I still love him, but I'm getting too close. She thought, closing her eyes. "Well, I'm fine. You can go now." She said.
Natsu looked at the train behind her. "Where are you going?" He asked. Happy had finally stopped panting. "Are you leaving?" He asked. Lucy sighed. "I'm just going to see my dad. I'll be back." Natsu and Happy thought for a moment. "Your dad..." Natsu hummed. "He had Phantom attack us..." Happy continued. Lucy turned and walked away. "Wait!" Natsu yelled. "Your dad's rich, right?" Happy asked. Natsu's eyes sparkled. "Maybe he can help us with our money problem." He cheered. "Aye!" Happy smiled. They followed Lucy on the train.
Lucy set flowers on her mom and dad's graves. She didn't say anything as they walked to the train station, not even when Natsu and Happy yelled at the girls passing by. I knew this was gonna happen, but it still hurts, and I still won't cry. He didn't send the letter because he has no where to send it to. So, will I ever cry over him? Lucy looked at the sky. "Lucy?" Happy asked. "I'm fine. I knew it would happen, but it still hurts, and I can't cry. But I'll fine. Come on, let's get back to the guild." Lucy said, leading them away from the graveyard. I'm fine.
Lucy sat in the corner of the guild, thinking about everything, remembering everything. A mailman came into the guild. "I'm looking for a Lucy Heartfilia." He called. "Another one?" Macao asked. "We don't know a Lucy." Lucy's eyes widened. "It's addressed to Fairy Tail." The mailman handed it to him, but Lucy ran up and took it, looking at the package. "Lucy?" Romio asked. Lucy felt tears in her eyes. "He... he s-sent them?" Lucy studdered. She looked at Romio, who saw a tear drop. "This is what you were gonna ask me this morning, weren't you?"
Romio's eyes widened. He nodded. "They came every year around the same time. We kept them in the back." He lead Lucy to her other gifts. Natsu walked in as she went into the back. He saw the tears roll off her cheeks. Lucy fell to her knees when she saw the 6 other gifts. The tears ran down her cheeks faster. He knew I was around here, so he sent them here. Lucy started sobbing. "Dad." She sobbed. Natsu came in and saw her crying. Romio looked at him as he hugged her. Lucy sobbed harder into his chest.
Lucy sat in the corner in the guild. She hadn't talked to Natsu scense she had cried. I don't want to see him. That alone proves I'm too close to him. She sighed. She looked out the door to where Natsu and Max were fighting. Natsu was losing. Lucy chuckled as he fell after using his lightning and fire attack. Lucy walked over to Wendy and whispered into her ear. "You should go see the Fairy Tail healer, Porlyusica. She may have something to help you. Tell Natsu and Gray to go with you." She whispered. Wendy watched her walk back inside.
"What did she say to you?" Gray asked, watching Lucy go inside. "She said we should go see Porlyusica. She said she might help us." Wendy said. Gray nodded, thoughtful. "That's a good idea. Let's help Fire-Spitter up and go over to her." Gray said. Wendy nodded, kneeling by Natsu. They helped him up and left. Lucy watched Master name Gildarts master, then read his letter, making him master again. Lucy looked at the door again. Grandeeney from Edolas, Porlyusica. She thought. She heard Master freak out about Gildarts and 'never retiring'.
When Natsu and the others got back, everyone was arguing about participating in the Grand Magic Games. Lucy sat quietly in the corner. She looked at Master and nodded at him. He remembered what she said before. "When does this start?" Master asked. "3 months." Romio said. His eyes widened. '"And one more thing, remember this. 3 months, 2 teams." Lucy said.' Master smiled when Romio told them they'd win 30,000,000 jewels. Lucy looked away. Don't worry, we win.
Everyone had split up. Elfman, Mira, Lisanna, and Cana went together, Laxus, Fried, Bickslow, and Evergreen went together, Lucy, Levy, Erza, Gray, Jet, Droy, Wendy, Natsu, and the exceeds went together, leaving Gajeel and Lily alone to train. Lucy sat away from everyone, meditating with Capricorn. She lasted longer than last time and continued to meditate. At night, Lucy sat in the spa with the other girls and Happy. Lucy looked at the sky, then closed her eyes. Erza looked, then attacked the wall, where Lucy knew the boys were at. Poor guys.
The next day, Lucy relaxed. I wonder if we'll go to the Celestial World. I almost hope not. I'd get even stronger with 3 months of training. She thought. Maybe, if I got strong enough, I could fight those dark guilds. Lucy thought, then shook her head. Yeah. I could fight, and lose. I'd die and then they'd take my heart. I can't take one dark guild on my own, how could I take 3- Lucy's thoughts were interupted by Virgo popping out of the ground. "Virgo!" Lucy yelled, serprised. Everyone looked at her as she stood up. "What are you doing here?" Lucy asked, then realized.
"What's wrong?" Levy asked. Virgo looked down, as if sad, but Lucy remembered and tried to hide a smirk. She's luring us back to the Celestial World. "The Celestial World may be destroyed." Virgo said, and Lucy nodded, comforming her own thoughts. After Virgo asked for her help, and everyone agreed, Virgo sent everyone but Jet and Droy to the Celestial World. Everyone landed in a pile, but Lucy, who stood up, knowing how to land.
Lucy awed, looking around. "It's as beautiful as I remember it." She smiled. Everyone looked around. Lucy looked at the Celestial King. "Was it necessary to use the same trick?" Lucy asked, laughing. Everyone stared at her. "Old friend, welcome again. You may have known that trick, but they did not." The Celestial King said. "I guess your right. Besides, it was that time, so I would've known anyway." Lucy smiled. "Welcome to the Celestial World!" She turned to the others.
Everyone looked around as Lucy's spirits, as well as a bunch of Nikolas, showed up. "You're the only other people who've ever been to the Celestial World. You should feel honored." Lucy said. Natsu and Gray started partying right away. Lucy hugged Loke. Other spirits showed up as Gray and Loke hung out, Aquarius talked to Juvia, Wendy talked to Horologium, and Levy looked around Crux's library. Natsu enjoyed the buffet as Erza talked to Taurus. Lucy watched from the side.
Everyone partied and danced as Lyra played a song. Lucy smiled, staying on the side. Loke came over to her. "Why aren't you enjoying the party? This was thrown for you, too." He smiled. Lucy smiled at him, but he could tell it was forced. "What is it?" He asked. "Nothing, I was just thinking about what happens after Tartaros. Those dark guilds will attack, and I'll be on my own." Lucy said, then looked at him. "I'd like to talk to you and the Celestial King, if that's alright?" Loke nodded, walking away.
Lucy followed Loke and the Celestial Spirit King away from the party. "What is it, old friend?" He asked. Lucy sighed. "Well, after fighting Tartaros, I will be attacked. I was hoping I could ask a favor from you." She said. "But it includes your permission and the Celestial World." The King looked confused, looking at Loke, but he also looked confused. "I figured Loke should hear this, too, because I'll need your help." Lucy said. Loke nodded. "I'll do anything to help you." Lucy smiled as the King nodded, too.
Everyone started leaving, even the King. Lucy looked at him, then smiled. "The spirits seem to love you." Erza said as they regrouped. "They've done more for me than they know." Lucy smiled. "And I love them." Everyone got in a circle. "Oh, yeah. I forgot to tell you." Lucy said to everyone. "The Celestial World and the Human World have different times." Natsu and Gray started getting excited, but Lucy put her hands up, stopping them. "No, one day in the Celestial World is 3 months in the Human World." She said. They got back to the Human World.