Chapter 19

It was the next day when things started to happen at the Tower. The stay there wasn't exactly something that could be compared to Akane Resort for David. Between being monitored by Jellal's men, the lack of facilities, and the hostile intent that most of its residence gives towards him; it should've been renamed the Tower of Limbo then the Tower of Heaven. It wasn't all bad though, there was a group of wizards living here that made the stay feel almost like it was back at the guild hall.

1. There was Wally; a guy who specialized in both Gun and Polygon magic, which turned him into a literal, block head. He was alright even though he dressed up like some mafia poser anyone can see in a Film Lacrima. He would often call David by the nickname he gave him, Choir Boy.

2. Milianna was alright but her thing for cats and all things cat based border lines to a fetish. Not to mention her head almost looks like one along with her Rope Magic. Although some of the cat themed stuff she had was a bit cute.

3. Simon was the most normal despite being the most intimidating in appearance; his Darkness Magic says nothing about his caring personality he tries to hide on the job.

4. And finally was Sho; his Card Magic was similar to Cana's except it was playing cards instead of Tarot cards plus he knows how to play a good round of Caribbean Stud when he wants to.

They just brought back Erza when they met him so David decided to talk to her after they left her alone. She was wearing a black dress with rose patterns at the bottom that shows off her curves and the state she was a little bit rough but nothing she can't just walk off when he said, "Nice to see that you're still among the living Erza". "David?" said a confused Erza, "What are you doing here?" David simply answered, "I'm here as a favor from Siegrain to keep an eye on his brother and the church so they can keep an eye on their investment"

Upon hearing that she added "Investment?" he answered, "The R-System. The church plans on using Zeref's resurrection as an opportunity to make the world bow to their every whim and obtain there own version of global conquest. Most the children sent here including you were originally abducted by the church as candidates for a little something called the Templar Project which, unfortunately I was made to take part in during the first 3 years of priesthood and as a candidate when I was a kid, have failed to pass specific requirements by the archbishop who oversees all the screenings. But I'm afraid we are gonna have to wait until we settle things here before giving you the full explanation". That's when David pulled out a small knife to cut the ropes that was keeping her from using her Magic. Erza was still confused to his reason for doing this so she inquired "I thought you said that the church wanted you here to keep on eye on their investment".

"They did, on The R-System. And last I checked this place is called the Tower of Heaven not the R-System, so they won't miss it once its gone" David said as he continued to cut the rope, "Besides I want to atone for the role I played in those screenings all those years ago. Since I had no idea what faith you and the other kids had when they failed the screenings back then" once he finished cutting the rope Erza requip to her casual armor before she demanded, "You better give me the whole explanation when this is over" David replied, "I swear on my alias back in my years in priesthood that I will give you and the others the full explanation when this is over my child, now we should get moving before Sho or the others comes back".

Later that Day

Sho went to check on Erza to see the rope binding her was cut. In a state of panic he ran to find someone to get the guards on alert to only find them incapacitated along the way until he ran into Wally in one of the forked hallways.

"Sho, what happened" asked Wally before Sho answered, "Its Erza, she somehow broke free Wally and it seems we have uninvited guests coming here". Trying to figure out what how it could happen Wally said, "You wanna bet it has something to do with the Choir Boy that's been hang'n around here lately". Sho answered, "I wouldn't be surprise since he and sister are members of the same guild. Where are Simon and Milianna?" Wally answered, "Milianna should be in her room with the cat I brought back with us. As for Simon, I haven't seen around lately and I can't help but feel like whatever he is doing isn't gonna be dandy".

Meanwhile Back with Erza & David

What they didn't realize that Erza never left her supposed cell in the first place. Inside an Illusion formed barrier David chanted, "And the light returned to the land" causing the barrier to disappear as he continued casually, "You have to admit Erza, if Sho was able to see through the barrier we would have been done for" once said that he pulled the cross that was being used out of the ground. Erza questioned his attitude "Now the Tower is in high alert so what now?" David answered, "When the barrier was up you mentioned that Natsu and the others were there when you were kidnapped? I have someone among them helping me out and he made sure that each of them was able to get out of that mess alive. They will come here with Natsu's keen sense of smell and the wreckage of Fiore's naval ships which will lead them straight here as…" He was interrupted when Erza began to yell at him for dragging them into the situation before he interrupted her by saying, "In case you haven't notice; Jellal managed to enthrall almost everyone here to follow his every whim and hate your guts meaning that they will not show mercy to any of us. And it is for that reason that we are going to need all the help we can get to stop this Tower from fulfilling its objective and cause the entire world to be thrown into a state of war and chaos. And let's face it, when it comes to blind destruction, Natsu is one of the best at it. So let's see if we can meet up with them".

A few minutes later

They were able to meet up with Natsu, Gray, and Lucy who apparently brought a plus one to the occasion that David recognized as Juvia. "Juvia" David said as he continued, "What are you doing here?" Juvia blushed as she answered, "Juvia thought that she can help Gray-sama and the others. Juvia also thinks one of the attackers was acting strange back at the resort"

That's when Simon revealed himself to them as he stated "You have the right to be suspicious towards me. I was able to overcome Jellal's influence sometime ago. But before I explain myself…" he stopped so he can point out the fact of Natsu and Gray aiming their spells at him and then continued, "is it possible for them to not try and attack me David". David answered, "Sorry about that, first impressions have a way of affecting people's judgment" he then looked towards the others to explain, "Guys, Simon was the church's inside man here in the Tower after he got older. Ironically it's because of him and this Tower that I was originally excommunicated four and a half years ago and the fact that I'm a member of Fairy Tail became the end result. And I promised Erza to give a full explanation when this is over so we shou…" that when he noticed something that became no surprise to him that everyone's favorite pinked haired Salamander charged ahead with no thought as he finished by saying, "I swear, he runs from my explanations like they were the plague. Sometimes I wonder what he has between his ears, a brain or a little version of Happy chasing a fish on a hamster wheel. And speaking of Happy isn't he with Milianna, Simon?"

Simon answered, "That's correct. For now, we should try to catch up with Natsu"

With that they ran after Natsu hoping to catch up to him before he ends up meeting the rest of Jellal's welcoming party. On the way Sho tries to intercept them but Simon was able to clear the boy's head and he joined them as they go further up.

It was when they reached another splitting corridor when a familiar voice being broadcast throughout the halls, "Nice to see that your friends decided to show up. As everyone in the Tower should know; the Tower is completed, the preparations have been made, and Erza has been giving the honor of being the sacrifice needed to finish my goal. But before it could happen let's play a little game. I am located in the main chamber located at the top of the Tower. All you have to do is beat one of the three knights I have recruited to my side, reach me, and defeat me. But there is something else; as we speak the Etherion is pointed at the Tower from above and the Magic Council is making a final vote on whether to fire it or not. When they fire it, the game will be over, so hurry, the game's timer has started".

Once Jellal's announcement was David commented by saying "That guys got issues. At least he does in his current state. Hate to see what he is gonna be like when he snaps out of it"

"No..." Sho stated as he looks like he is going to snap, "I CAN'T LET ANYTHING HAPPEN TO SISTER". He then used his Card Magic to imprison Erza in a playing card and took off as though he went beserk.

"Well thats just great" David said apparently tired of all the unforseen events in his plan, "Gray; you and I will go after Sho. Simon you will go further up just in case". Juvia then interrupted by saying, "Then Juvia will accompany Gray-sama while..." Gray interrupted her by saying, "No, you will go with Lucy to search the Tower thoroughly for Natsu" and like an obediant dog she grabbed Lucy and ran off. Simon went a different path while David and Gray chased after Sho.

Hollow: Do you really have to go that far.

Jellal: ... ... ...

Hollow: Jellal? You alright man? HEY EARTH TO JELLAL!

Jellal: Sorry just thinking back to that incident

Hollow: It wasn't your fault man.

Jellal: But it was my body, MY MIND!

Happy: Should I do my thing

Hollow: Go on ahead. I'll keep him sane for now.

Happy: AYE SIR! Hope you enjoy this chapter, leave your thoughts, AND SEE YOU NEXT TIME!