How strong is a soul? How strong is a bond? How far would one go if forced to fight against one of their own? Strength is tested. Loyalty is judged. Past fears resurface as all control is taken. "How strong do you think her soul is, Gajeel?" "Strong" he choked. "Really? Then why am I still here?" Her blood-stained hand brushed away a strand of hair "She's gone and I'm here to stay"

What happens if Gajeel never 'made a move' and Levy started seeing someone else? Would he still protect her? How could he make her understand how he feels about her while trying to except that she 'loves' someone else? All while he fights an internal battle with the darkness growing within him? Warning: Spoilers for Water Park Ova and Gajeel's final battle during GMG against Rogue.