Many of you know my wife as the writer between us, yet I have dabbled in writing myself as well; My name is Loke, the celestial Zodiac leader, otherwise known as Leo. I received many requests to finish this tale, of how my sweet, and beautiful wife Lucy and I first got together, and I believed it about time to fill you all in on the rest of the story to this very point in time.

We left off with parting the ship, ending our sea voyage adventure. We met old friends, gained new ones and of course vanquished our enemies with up most precision.

Yet what happened next? What did we do afterwards? When did we get married and were there any complications?

As any marriage between celestial beings and their keepers; which may I add is extremely rare yet not unheard of, there are always complications. Jealousy, and life spans are all something we had to come to terms with. Lucy would grow old in the human world, and one day I would need to say goodbye to her. A day I truly dreaded, yet I never wanted Lucy to see me sad, I wanted her to know that her very existence was worth every moment of sadness and that I adored her with all my heart. Something tells me she always knew when I was sad though.

The weight of this heavy-footed future was not something I wished to witness, yet I knew that I'd love Lucy, and stay by her side through it all. She was worried I would fall out of love with her, with every wrinkle that settled on her face, every scar she gained in battle and each argument we may have had, she feared I would leave her service, and her side. Unspeakable; but after reassuring her that my days as a bachelor were over, I would kiss her gently on the forehead and all would be right again. I did remain true to my word, even the fangirls that used to follow me around moved on, and ultimately left us alone to live our lives.

With all the magic in the world, in each world combined, nothing slows the passage of time, and a human aging.

Lucy and I had several beautiful children believe it or not. Two gorgeous little lionesses and one little cub. My mother swears my son looks just like I did all those years ago, when I too was just a young cub; Yet they all have Lucy's vibrant eyes. They had a lovely mix of ginger and blonde hair between them, and were fierce like their mother, intelligent and kind too.

As a family in between two worlds, we took it upon ourselves to lower the barriers so we maybe together even more. Lucy feared my time back in the celestial world, recovering would distance me from the kids. Her missions with Fairy Tail became fewer and fewer as she grew older and busier, yet worried us as a family too. She didn't want to call upon me at work if I was with the children, so I had to rely on the courage and strength of my celestial friends to watch over her in my stead. They never let me down, as expected. They believed in her, as I did too. But belief never stops a man worrying. Some days I convinced Lucy to let me go out on missions for her, letting her rest by using my own magic. No marriage is perfect, but Lucy really is.

Even when she couldn't look after herself in her old age, I would sit by her bedside and hold her hand, read books for her when her eyesight wasn't strong enough, make her meals and brush her soft grey hair.

Lucy would look up at me, gently place her hand on my cheek and comment on how I looked the same as the day we first met. She would curl her fingers around mine, and recall our adventures, and all the people we had met and lost along the way.

Each day, she grew weaker and weaker. This woman had raised the children to be strong, intelligent and brilliant mages, scholars and leaders, I feel I was only standing beside her, like a prince to a Queen. She is the most brilliant woman I'd ever had the chance to meet and love. I cherish Lucy Heartfilia and wished that I could spend all eternity with her…

Unfortunately, humanity has a cruel way of taking away everything but the footprints you left upon the Earth.

Lucy was an old woman, and had called me into her room. She cupped my hands in her own. I crouched down to her side to kiss the aged skin, it was colder than normal. She brushed her hand through my copper hair and looked at me straight in the eyes, removing my glasses.

It was the same look she gave me all those years ago. The day she sacrificed herself to save us all,

"I'll always be with you…" She repeated with a the tenderest of smiles.

"I love you Loke...Say goodbye to everyone for me… Tell them how proud I am of them."

She was being strong for me, even at her weakest point. She was always like this. She had such courage, when all I could do was weep like a baby. We could tell her magic was fading, the link had been growing more faint with each passing day. Everyone had made sure to come visit her in the last week, spend time with this outstanding woman and say goodbye.

"I don't want to leave just yet Loke, but I don't have a choice…" Her words broke my heart into pieces. She forced a weak smile onto her pale lips, and indicated for me to get closer.

I leaned down and she placed the tenderest of kisses upon my lips, then parted, sinking back into the plush of her pillows.

That was the last thing she ever said to me.

The last thing she ever said in this life time.

My heart was shattered, and the contract had finally ended. She had taken her very last breath on Earth, and we all returned to the celestial world.

It now some time in the future. I read over her letters, and books as I fall asleep. Every day, I sit and await the news:

A new star shines in the sky tonight; brighter than ever before.

Lucy has finally come home.

'Hello my dear friends! It's Lucy. It's been awhile, hasn't it? Yet, it feels as if my adventures as a young celestial mage with my faithful husband, Loke, were an image of yesterday. Unfortunately, those golden times were many years ago, back when I was still able to pull myself back up from the ground after a fatal blow from another enemies' magic. Aquarius was right, I was stubborn. Never knowing when to stop. Ah, Aquarius. I miss my dear friend. My first celestial spirit that I bound a contract with and the last remaining being who held the essence of her mother's presence. I never truly had a chance to appreciate her until she was gone from my keys.

Anyway, I know all of you have been seeking the end of this tale. I'm sorry to say, but I have no true ending for you all. Not a happy one. Even as a member of Fairy Tail, this metaphorical Fairy Tale with Loke was bound to end sooner or later in my decaying mind. I had accepted that my mortal self would perish, become a star amongst the other celestial mages in the galactic sky. The younger Lucy- that bubbling ravishing blonde - though the idea was beautiful, and I still do, but to leave my children and husband without their mother has left the weight of guilt on my shoulders. Of course-...I was already aware my children - who were and always have been my whole universe - would manage. They both had the willpower of both of their parent's willpower. As for Loke, I couldn't bear the thought of leaving him to mourn for eternity. Many times, I would find anything to argue about hoping he'd leave so he wouldn't have to watch me wither away, but no matter how many times I fought him, he would reassure me, brand his affectionate kiss on my wrinkled forehead and hold me by my waist just as he did when I was younger. Bewildering, right? He insisted on standing by my side, not just as my trusted spirit, but my other half until the end.

If you're reading this passage, Loke - my lion - my king - my children's father - my light...
I love you. I love you more than words can describe. I always feel your light coursing through my aged veins, holding the last chain to my unwanted demise. I don't want to go, at all. If I could relive our short time together I'd do many things differently, the first being to find you so we could have more time together. Though I'm grateful for the times we did have, not just with you, but all the friends we made throughout the years.

If you happen to see Natsu, please let him know how thankful I am that he brought me to Fairy Tail. Because of him, you and I met.

Keep in touch with Gray, he's still your best buddy. Tell him I'm gracious for all the times he helped through our struggles.

Reassure Juvia that I still don't want Gray and that I'm glad she was able to find beauty in her heavenly showers.

Give Levy the copy of the book I was writing that sits in the end table drawer. Tell her she will always be my best friend and that her and Gajeel will remain my choice as our children's godparents. I know you still despise him, but give him the benefit of the doubt, please love?

And lastly, please tell every single member who still stands, that they are the hope that ignites the fire inside of us and the people we protect. Fairy Tail is a place where the new generation of their kin - as well as young mages who have no place or kin of their own - can come together, just as we did years ago. To become one; a family. But you, the wise ones, are the foundation holding the new generations hope, success, strength. You, my friends - My family, you still have your strength. Take a moment to yourselves and stand in front of the mirror if you need to or as I do...I look at the faded pink marking on top of my hand. Look at it.

It's been there with you from the beginning before your body was tattered in battle. Now look at your scars. Each one tells a story - the internal and external ones - of your dedication to your family. The sacrifices we've all made. The suffering. The tears. The chaos. The redemption. The fall and the rise, and the laughs. The memories. The new friendships. The Joy. The victory. The strength. The never-ending rise after a foolish enemies' assumption of what they think was our downfall. You have rebuilt the walls of our home and you will give the same determination to the young ones! Don't forget who you are. Raise your arms, extend your thumb and index finger and never, ever forget that you are and always will be cherished, even after you've passed on. We are Fairy Tail.

And to you, my cherished readers, you are a part of this family now and forever. We may not be able to reach out and touch one and other, but you have your own world to change and I promise you, even when you feel like giving up, remember that there is always a new day ahead.

Stand up, fight for what you believe in. Hold your friends up when they are down, and they will do the same. Be humble. You hold a power that's linked with a mass of others who hold the same morals. You, my readers, are the Fairy Tail of a different reality...

Despite my anxiousness, I'll never be fully ready to leave you all. But fear not, My cubs, Loke, family, friends, readers. We will all meet again one day. And yes, Loke my love, I will see you again. I promised you. Please take care of our babies, even if they are grown. I love you. All of you.

Until we meet again, search the skies. I'll be there watching over you. Always. Long live Fairy Tail,

With all the love I have left in my h,

Lucy Leo-Heartfilia. '