I was like SUPER tired while writing this ... I hope that doesn't make for too much bad content. I didn't want to leave you guys out on another update after a whole week of nothing so I got it written nonetheless! This is probably gonna take forever with my yawning in between ... sigh. That's why it'll probably be a shorter one today, sorry about that :/
The day had passed by and everybody still had to grow accustemed to Lisanna's return. They were expecting someone of extreme importance to arrive in the humble city of Magnolia that day. The three were making their way to the guild hall, until Lisanna had made a bit of jewels she couldn't leave their house. When they arrived everything seemed to be in chaos. Makarov was throwing a whide variety of chores around for everyone to do, he seemed to be excited for today.
"Uhm, master?" Mirajane raised her hand in a concerning way. Makarov noticed them and immediatly turned to Natsu.
"Don't you think you should wear something more formal for the occasion, boy?" Makarov glared at him, Natsu glared right back.
"Don't get so hyped, gramps. I'm sure if he wants to speak to ME then he should speak to ME and not an image of me forced into a formal suit." Natsu countered, to which Makarov growled and just gave in. A few nervous hours went by as people grew impatient of the royal arrival, then it came.
"They've arrived!" They could hear from outside, the guild hall was quickly emptied as they all rushed outside. There was a very long line of guards before a very long and decorated car appeared. When the cart finally came to a stop, many guards lines up to form a small path to the building and horns were blown. The door opened and a tall, whide-shouldered man was revealed. As he exited the cart, he seemed to be accompanied by a green-haired girl of the same age as most of them. The pair slowly walked towards the guid, with many eyes on them. Natsu was located in the middle of all the mages. The king stopped before him, and looked down in him with an observant look.
"Might you be the Natsu Dragneel I've heard so much about?" The man raised an eyebrow. Natsu grinned and pointed at himself.
"That's me!" He was softly punched in his leg by Makarov when he did that, Natsu then realized and bowed properly before the man.
"Haha, I owe you a great deal, boy." The man laughed aloud and brought his hands to Natsu's shoulders.
"If what I've heard is really true, you deserve more than a simple reward. i'm very impressed that a mage as young as you are managed to pull off such a great feat." He turned around, assuming a thinking pose while looking at the sky.
"Oh yeah, I forgot to introduce myself. My name is Lautrec Fiore, as you may already now. This right here is my daughter, Hisui Fiore. The girl silently stepped forward and bowed to them, most had to admit that she was very pretty.
"Say, Natsu. How would you like a place in my squad of royal mages? It pays well as you are working for the palace, I could definitely use someone of your caliber." Many turned surprised at the sudden offer, but not Natsu.
"I don't mean to be rude, but I'll have to decline. For nothing in the world would I abandon this guild." He smiled as he raised his head.
"I see, but I must repay you somehow... I know, I'll let you and 4 other guests of your choice enjoy a stay at our castle for a week! I won't let you turn down this offer!" The man smacked his fist in his hand as he thought of the idea.
"Well I guess we'll do that then?" Natsu raised his shoulders, not having much of a choice.
"Very well, I shall remain in this city until the next day dawns. It should leave you and your comrades enough time to prepare as well as give me the time to enjoy being out of the castle with my daughter." He spoke as he walked away from the group. When they were inside the large vehicle Natsu could hear them talk.
"Is that really the man we've been hearing so much about, father?" Who Natsu assumed to be Hisiu asked.
"It appears so, if only there were more men alike. He's the kind that would be worthy of your hand." This brought a tint of red to Natsu's cheeks as he heard that. When he looked to his left, he saw Mirajane shaking and clenching her fists and teeth.
"Uh, Mira? Are you okay?" He assumed she heard it, but he hoped she hadn't nonetheless.
"Yes, I'm fine. Why would there be anything wrong?" She softly spoke as she regained her composure. It didn't take nearly as long for the king to leave as it took him and his daughter to arrive. When Natsu turned to face his guild, he noticed how they were all ready to jump him. Before they could he quickly raised his hands in a defensive position and closed his eyes.
"Mirajane! Erza! Gray! Wendy!" He shouted before he would suffocate under a pile of bodies. When he opened his eyes, he noticed how they all froze before they frowned in disappointment.
"M-Me?! Why would you pick me?" Wendy stuttered as she pointed at herself.
"Because you're one of us." Natsu patted her head and smiled, when she saw this she couldn't help but bring out her own grin.
"Alright, the five of you best prepare for tomorrow. Go home and start packing." Makarov motioned them to leave the guild. They all went home to do what they were ordered. When Natsu arrived at home he noticed Mirajane standing still in the center of the room.
"Is something wrong?" He asked concerned.
"That girl, she won't be ... a threat ... right?" The silver-haired woman muttered. Natsu smiled as he laid his current occupations on the sideline and moved towards her. When he stood before her he raised her chin with his hand.
"Mira, do you know what this means?" He asked while his index finger pointed at her mating mark.
"It means that we're in love?" She asked unsure, Natsu shook his head.
"I means more than that. It means that I am yours, as well as that you are mine. It means that I don't love anyone but you, as you only love me. it means that we're connected, something that no one can simply break or interfere with." He explained in a reassuring manner. When he noticed her eyes started to fill with water he pressed his lips up to hers.
"I love you, Mirajane. No one will take that away from me." He cupped her cheek and sweeped the tear away with his thumb.
"Now come on, we gotta pack." He guided her to the bedroom while holding her hand. It didn't take them a lot of time hence they didn't expect to be away for that long. Mirajane had to smile at the sight of the sleeping dragon slayer's face so close to her in bad. She could never grow tired of that face.
The next morning the five mages stood ready before the guild hall with their luggage. Erza seemed to have dimmed down on her usual mountain of unecessary gear. When they noticed the same long car arrive as the day beforehand they stood up. They were greeted by the large man that had the same cheerful expression as before had greeted them. When they stepped inside they were amazed by the space the vehicle had, it could easily hold 12 people without anyone lacking space. When they positioned themselves, obviously Natsu was next to Mirajane. When the ride started, Natsu went to sleep on Mirajane's lap. The take over mage noticed how the princess gave Natsu a glance every once in a while. She sighed while smiling, realizing Natsu wouldn't leave her. She looked down at him, at his sleeping face.
'This is gonna be a long ride...' She thought while letting her hand roam through his hair.
Alright, sorry if this is too short for your liking. I'd prefer to have this up overl eaving y'all with nothing yet again. I hope you appreciate my attempt and I think I should really go to bed now... Signing out!