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CHAPTER THIRTY-SIX; TERROR! TOGETHER THEY FALL!
GRAY'S POV;
When it came down to it, Gray considered himself to be braver than most. He'd jumped head first into more than his fair share of hell holes, battled his fair share of enemies and he'd always come out relatively unscathed. So when Jin instructed him to lay shirtless on top a metal operating table and began to shove hollow tipped needles into his veins...Gray hardly flinched. Juvia had already received the same treatment, so the Fairy Tail wizard knew what to expect. The way Jin explained it, he would use a combination of telepathic magic and hallucinogenic chemicals to combine their two conscious's into one giant fear filled mass. Though Jin stated he had no idea how the merging of two minds would change the process. According to his calculations it actually raised their survival rate by O.25 percent, which in Jin's opinion was a good thing. Gray on the other hand was hardly relieved. He and Juvia had only a 52.25 percent chance of living through this experiment and in his opinion, that wasn't exactly a 'good thing'. Though regardless of this fact Gray Fullbuster was not going to call it quits, if they were to fall, he and Juvia would fall together. After a few moments grogginess began to take its hold on him...his eye lids beginning to droop until the ice mage was completely under.
The remaining wizards stared at their two friends with looks of worry and fear, each of them scared that the two of them may never open their eyes again. However, a certain iron dragon slayer sat down, back against the wall, and began to think. He held his chin in his hand, letting out a frustrated huff. He wanted to tell that stripper something...but what was it?
"Hey guys..." He called urgently, the thought suddenly striking him like a metaphorical fist. They all turned their gazes towards him, each pair eyeing him curiously.
"What is it Gajeel?" Lucy inquired, using Natsu as a sort of support beam. The dark haired wizard scratched the back of his head.
"I mean it's nothing...but do ya think that ice-princess even knows any of Juvia's fears?"
Natsu crossed his arms thoughtfully, turning his gaze to Lucy and Happy.
"I don't think so. But I don't think any of us know any of Juvia's fears. Aside from you, none of us have known her for very long. What about you Luce? Do you think Gray knows what Juvia's afraid of?"
The blonde shook her head.
"Not that I know of. Happy?"
The blue exceed thought for a minute, before clapping his paws together in realization.
"Right! That strange lady in the black dress! Juvia is afraid of her maybe?"
Gajeel, Pantherlily, Jin and Lucy stared at the exceed in confusion.
"Who?" They all asked, but Natsu nodded his head in agreement.
"I think her name was...Kuukuu...Kaakaa...or something like that. She was someone who was after Juvia inside Lucy's head. We all got knocked out and Juvia faced her alone. Apparently she vanished as soon as they brought us to Tenrou. Lucy probably doesn't remember her because all her memories were erased when the spell was broken."
"You're almost right there best buddy!" Happy exclaimed, throwing a paw in the air to gain his friends attention. "Lucy definitely forgot because of the spell and Juvia did face her alone. But her name wasn't Kaakaa it was Keekee and she was extremely powerful." He shuddered. "She gutted Juvia like a fish. We were lucky we got to Tenrou when we did because if that weren't the case...Juvia wouldn't be here."
Pantherlily grabbed his fellow exceeds shoulder, sweat dripping from his forehead.
"If this woman is truly so powerful...then what kind of fate is in store for our friends?"
The Fairy Tail wizards shifted their gazes to the two people laying motionless on metal slabs and sent a silent prayer.
Please come back safely you guys.
GRAY'S POV;
Gray's eyes shot open, his body shooting up in bed in convulsive, jerky movements. He coughed, his throat dry and scratchy. He pulled the covers off his legs and headed to the bathroom. Strange. He didn't remember getting into bed, and why on earth was he only in his boxers. He always slept in striped pajamas and never slept in only his underwear. The man headed into the bathroom, shivering when his bare feet hit the cold tile. Man he hated the cold. The bathroom was simple, white tile, double vanity with dark counter tops. A single porcelain toilet sat across from the shower. He turned on the sink, leaning in to gulp down water from the faucet.
"Honey, is everything alright?"
He raised his head, wiping his mouth. Standing robe clad in the doorway was a woman, maybe twenty-five. Her long blue hair pulled back twin braids behind her back. Navy eyes stared expectantly at Gray, waiting for an answer. She was a truly beautiful woman, her pale skin like the snow itself. Who in the world was she?
"I'm fine , just a little thirsty." Gray reassured the woman. It was odd, even though Gray had no idea who this woman was he felt a deep connection with her. Almost as if he were in love with her.
"Well we better go back to bed. We have to get up early for our mission remember?"
He nodded, even though he didn't understand a word she was saying.
He turned back to the sink as was treated with one of the biggest shocks of his life. In the mirror, facing him with a look of equal shock and confusion, was a man he'd never seen before. He was quite handsome. Shaggy blonde locks fell over his forehead and bright blue eyes stared wide-eyed into his reflection. He suppressed a shout, he, he wasn't Gray! What had happened to him?!
"I don't understand! Where's Juvia?" He cried, staring into the mirror with eyes that were not his. He turned back to the woman, who was staring at the man like he'd gone completely insane.
"What are you talking about Kiran? Juvia's in her room, asleep. It's what most people do at this hour." The woman yawned, as if adding emphasis on her previous statement. Kiran? Was that his name? He looked down, his body was finely muscled, and tan. Maybe he was some sort of mercenary? Wait, back up. Juvia was in her room? Where was that? Why was she here? Gray grabbed his head, doubling over in pain.
"Kiran? Kiran what's wrong?" The woman demanded, crouching down beside her fallen companion.
"I...I need to see Juvia. Take me to her." He spoke through gritted teeth. It felt like his head was splitting open. He stumbled forward, heading out the bedroom door and into the dimly lit hallway. Using the wall as support, the woman following closely behind him. He could hear the rain pelting the house but he was used to it. It hadn't stopped raining since their daughter was born.
"Kiran explain what's going on right now! Why do you want to see our daughter so badly?!"
"I just have to! She's in danger I just know it!" Gray grabbed the doorknob, turning it and shoving the door open and falling face first into the darkness of the room. The only light being that coming from the moon. The window was wide open and moonlight spilled into the room and they could see their daughters sleeping form. Her tiny chest rising and falling as she dreamed. Gray let out a sigh of relief, glad to see that his feeling was wrong and she was safe.
As soon as he let out a breath a club came down on his head, sending him into groggy semi-consciousness. He heard his wife scream when a shadow leaped from the darkness, attacking her in a similar fashion. Was this what Juvia was afraid of? This man? He struggled to sit up, the blow to his head taking its tole on the mans coordination. His wife did the same, but neither of them could muster the strength.
...Until they heard her scream. Her tiny, high-pitched scream. She sat up in bed, screaming her little head off. His entire body burned with rage as the man approached her, a knife glinting in the moonlight.
"DADDY! HELP ME!"
Gray shot up, seeing red. It was like he was an entirely different person. He could feel an angry red aura surrounding him and his eyes literally glowed with power. He sped forward, tossing the man to the ground in a single motion. Gray growled, hot breath escaping his clenched teeth in a steamy mist. His nostrils flared as he began to beat the man to a bloody pulp. Red splattered all over his body and he reveled in the feeling of crimson dripping off his finger tips. Suddenly he felt a pressure on his back and arms wrapping around his neck. He paused, relaxing into her embrace.
"Kiran..." She whispered gently, her entire body engulfing him in a warmth unlike any he'd ever felt.
"Mi...Mia..." He murmured lovingly, as if Gray had no control of his own mouth. Why was he so calm in when he was in her arms? It was otherworldly, this feeling of calm euphoria.
"It's okay. Juvia's safe. Gray turned towards to the little girl in bed, her entire body was shaking. She must have been terribly afraid of this man. Who knows what would have happened if Gray hadn't interfered. He stood up, ready to take the shivering girl in his arms and rock her back to her peaceful sleep. Imagine his surprise when the little girl screamed, running from her father and huddled in the corner, shaking in fear. He reached for her again but she kept screaming. It was then that he realized his hands were covered in blood. Finally he understood.
Juvia wasn't afraid of some random burglar.
Juvia was afraid of her own father.
He stepped back, giving the sobbing girl some space. She stopped shaking, staring at her fathers blood soaked form.
"Juvia...I understand if you're scared of me now. I just want you to know...that daddy will do anything to protect you." He turned his back to the girl, ready to shower and take whoever this guy was to the authorities...or the hospital. He wasn't sure which. He felt small arms wrap around his thighs, a tiny head pressing against his legs.
"Don't do that Juvia! You'll get dirty!"
"I don't care!" She murmured into his boxers, her soft voice muffled by the cloth. "I love you daddy."
He smiled, picking up the girl and twisting her around. She giggled, her face covered in drying blood. Mia huffed, picking up the burglar by the arm and dragging him outside their daughters room. Gray was surprised by her strength, watching his amazement as the woman took the beaten man down the hall and outside their home.
"Daddy, can I sleep with you?" Juvia asked, holding onto her fathers shoulders. He smiled.
"Sure. As soon as we get you cleaned up."
"And we take this guy to the authorities." Mia called from outside. Using her water body to shield herself from the rain. So she was a water magic user too. Did that mean Juvia's parents were part of a wizard guild? Crazy. After a few hours of clean up and dragging an unconscious man to the authorities the three Lockser's were exhausted, all of them fell into bed in a tired heap. They smiled, falling asleep almost instantly and Gray couldn't help thinking.
One fear down...however many more to go.
JIN'S POV;
He left the Fairy Tail wizards alone to watch over their friends, choosing to instead head outside for a much deserved smoke. His hair had been pulled back into a messy bun, and his eyes couldn't be any dryer. In all honesty he hadn't gotten much sleep the past few nights. He couldn't imagine why though. Taking care of your heartbroken friend, handling her hot blooded guild mates and setting up a complex experiment...he should have gotten plenty of sleep. He chuckled slightly at his own thoughts. He was even sarcastic in his own head.
He put the cigarette between his teeth, pulling out a pack of matches. Leaning against the brick of his laboratory the scientist pressed the flame against the cigarette...only to have it snatched away from him and crushed between a black gloved hand. He raised his arms in frustration. Why was it that lately no one wanted him to have a friggin' smoke?!
"You shouldn't smoke. It's bad for your health." A deep voice stated. Jin glared at the man in front of him. He was tall, maybe in his mid-twenties. Black hair fell down the left side of his face, covering it completely. The side that could be seen was alabaster in color, with a forest green eye staring deep into Jin's. He was dressed in mostly black, the collar of his shirt pulled up over his chin. Down the side of his mouth was a jagged scar, the skin still pink. Maybe it hadn't healed properly.
"Thanks for the advice." Jin snorted, pulling out another cigarette. "What do you want stranger?"
"I'm not a stranger Jin Ushio. I was sent by your brother Rin."
The cigarette dropped from Jin's mouth, his entire body freezing up. Rin? Rin sent him? Jin grabbed the mans collar, pulling him down to meet so he could get in his face. The man didn't seem surprised and he didn't try and escape Jin's grasp.
"Where is he?! Is he alright?!" Jin demanded, his body beginning to transform. Again, the man didn't seem surprised or try to break free in anyway. Wasn't he fazed by his transformation.
"Rin is fine and he has a message for you."
"A message? What is it?" He demanded, almost snarling.
"Stop looking for me."
In the next instant the man disappeared, vanishing in the trees. Jin stared, shell-shocked. Rin wanted him to stop looking for him? No! Never! He had to find him! Jin transformed fully, landing on all fours, sniffing the air for the strangers scent. As soon as he caught it he took off through the trees, only to stop and look back at the lab. It was wrong of him to leave them like this but...Rin took top priority.
I'm sorry Fairy Tail.
? POV;
"Should we chase after the wolf?" An old man questioned, his body hidden in shadow.
"No, our true targets are inside. We have no need to kill the wolf." A young man pointed out, sounding a bit bored.
"Awe, but I so wanted that pretty silver coat." A girl complained, twirling her orange hair between two manicured fingers.
"You just bought a fur coat a few days ago! You really a spoiled brat." The old man scoffed, stroking his mustache.
"Shut it you wrinkly old prune!" She growled, red eyes glimmering dangerously.
"That's the problem with youngsters nowadays. No respect for their elders."
"Both of you shut up. We have to follow Rathal-sama's orders." The young man pointed out, still sounding uninterested. To be honest he only reprimanded them because of he didn't want to hear Rathal-sama bitch about it later if their cover was blown. He was always blamed for their misbehavior and it was such a drag to be yelled at all time.
"Will we get to kill them?" The girl asked excitedly.
"Of course you idiot. That's why we're here." The old man pointed out.
"You don't have to be so mean!" She pouted.
"Both of you zip it and sit here quietly. We attack at first life and remember, we're taking Lucy Heartfillia alive."
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