Natsu and Lucy are back from a job. Frustrated with Lucy's complaining, Natsu wishes to challenge Gray. But why are Gray and Sting fighting and what does it have to do with him? Is Natsu really as oblivious as they think? How far will Sting and Gray go to find out what the fire mage is hiding? Gray x Sting & Natsu x Rogue. One-shot upgraded to crack-ish plot thanks to feedback!

Ultear always knew that her time was precious, and that has never been more apparent than when she happens to encounter a very confused, beaten and cursed Gray. The question is: will she use that time to admit her growing feelings for him or will her heart stay forever frozen? The only problem being that Gray's time - and hence Ultear's time is running out.