Chapter 17- SOS

Gajeel POV:

"Hi, Gajeel? It's Levy.. Hi? Hello.."

I'm shocked to hear her voice, so it takes a second before I answer.

"Levy, hey! how's the trip going?"

"Well it could be better.." She laughs uncomfortably.

Based on her tone, I don't think this is about being her beta tester.

"What's going on?"

"I need your help, I need to get out of here. Could you, maybe come get me? Wait, I probably caught you at a bad time huh I'm sorry.."

I'm sitting on my deck with a pile of file folders and my laptop.

"No don't worry about it, I wasn't in the middle of anything. So what happened?"

"Rogue is here."

"I'm sorry. Did you say Rogue is here?"

"Unfortunately yes."

I slip my feet into flip flops. "Is he there with you now?"

"Yes. Can you come get me?" She pleads.

I grab the keys for the hotel Jeep I've been using and high tail it down the dock.

"I'm on my way, Do you want me to stay on the phone with you?"

"No, thanks, I should pack, yes I should pack!"

"Alright, I'll be there as fast as I can."

"I'll see you then."

Levy ends the call. I stare at my phone for a few seconds debating whether I should call back and make sure she's okay. Or as okay as can be considering the circumstances.

Of fucking course Rogue would come here. He can't stand losing face. The dickhead will do anything to discredit any negative attention that people may be gossiping about. All to keep his pristine (idiotic) appearance.

Over the past few days I've been in touch with Natsu, I'll admit we've become a lot closer. Updates about work, home, family, anything really. He's a talker, that one.

But I'll also admit, our first call wasn't all that pleasant.. He had questioned me about the trip to Tenrou. Then reminded me to be cautious, seeing as I was already in the middle of this mess. Then proceeded to give me Levy's number should I have time to check on her.

In addition to Natsu's calls, I've also been dealing with endless messages from Lucy. Just random updates on her best friend's status, including Levy's hut number and location, should I need it..

Relentless, the both of them!

Although the urge to check on Levy has been strong, I didn't want to initiate it first. However her calling me in time of distress, this is different..

Rogue is not going to react well when he sees me, hell this is probably going to make matters worse for me if he runs his mouth. But I'm not about to let him fuck with her anymore than he already has..

Once I get to her resort, I secure a golf cart so I can navigate the narrow paths leading to her hut. It doesn't take me long to locate Levy, she's out the door wheeling her suitcases when Rogue grabs her arm in attempt to pull her back inside.

"Get your sleazy ass hands off her!" I barely have the cart in park before I'm charging him. I come in low, jamming my shoulder into his stomach launching him back into the hut.

Rogue's face twists in pain, confusion then anger.

"Gajeel? What the fuck are you doing here?! Bastard, This is all your fault!–" Before he can get another word out I punch him in the mouth.

"No, YOU fucked this all up on your own! Don't get mad she asked me for help away from you."

To keep him from speaking again I give him a shot in the nuts. He sucks in a heaving breath as he cups his prepubescent balls.

"My bags are in the cart, let's go." Levy comes back through the door and stops when she sees Rogue curled in a ball on the floor. "What'd you do?"

"I punched him.. twice." I grin maniacally.

"In the dick?"

"The face too." I clarify.

"So did I! Gotta love a good dick punch." She smiles equally as manic.

She steps around me to stand over Rogue. "From now on, any communication you have with me will be through our lawyers. Do NOT contact me directly, EVER again! Oh, and for the record, I'm excellent at deep-throating and I totally would've been up for anal."

Now I'm curious about the conversation going on before I arrived.

"Levy.. you, you can't—" Rogue tries to sit up but fails.

"Shut up, I'm not done!" When he remains silent, she continues.

"I want you to know I've faked ALL my orgasms. And I hope whoever else you put your dick in enjoy their two minutes of 'humping.' Let's go Gajeel."

"Yeah, sure thing." She breezes past me, eyes on fire and hands curled into fists.

Rogue pushes to a sitting position. His voice a low hiss. "You set me up.."

"I knew you'd never be able to keep the noble guy act up. You screwed yourself, not me. But hey! Thanks for fucking up cuz."

Levy honks the horn. "That's my cue." I flip Rogue the bird and wink before I head towards her.

I drop into the drivers seat. "You okay?"

"I don't have an answer yet. Not until I'm away from here."

"Then let's get ya outta here." I put the cart in reverse and turn us around.

Just as we're about to pull away,

Rogue makes it to the door, still cupping his balls.

Fucking Pathetic..

"Asshole! You can't have her. Levy, don't leave.. We can still work this out!" Rogue pleads.

"I hope your dick is broken!" Levy shoots him the double bird as we zip down the path and disappear.

I'm glad Rogue hasn't followed us out. I don't want him spewing anymore bullshit. I could understand why Rogue assumes I set him up. With this many coincidences, I would've came up with the same conclusion. Hell, Natsu even warned me to be careful.. Then again, Rogue's also delusional and pompous.

"How did this happen?" She sighs and drops her head back against the seat.

"Wanna talk about it?"

I remind myself she needs a friend and I'm the closest thing she has here.

She's silent for a couple seconds until she takes a huge breath and starts.

"It turns out the wedding debacle wasn't just a one time affair.. "

"He said that?!?" I seeth.

Considering Rogues history with girls, I wouldn't be surprised.

"Yep, I believe he's been cheating on me the whole time." A tear trickles down her cheek.

"—He made it seem like I should expect him to have women on the side. Mistresses, in fact. Like our marriage was only a piece of paper.." Another tear escapes.

"–What is wrong with him?! What is wrong with me.." She wipes her tears furiously.

I grip the wheel tighter, fighting the urge to hit the brakes, turn the Jeep around and finish kicking his ass.

I choose my next words carefully. "Rogues.. a complicated guy. He's always been extremely skilled at manipulating people. Very adept at spinning things in ways that benefit him. AND terribly used to getting what he wants.. It's the bitter environment he was raised into."

"How could I have been so blind? I'm not this person, I'm not this doormat!"

"You aren't used to people like him. He uses his power and money maliciously. You did nothing wrong."

"Gajeel.. I'm so sorry I just realized I dragged you into this mess again..I–"

"Levy, I got to punch my cousin again. TWICE! And in the dick. Please don't apologize."

That gets a weak laugh out of her.

"I still cant believe we both dick punched him. We should've taken a picture."

"He'll definitely be walking funny for a while."

"Definitely satisfying. Should I feel remorseful? because I don't.."

"You're supposed to feel however you want to feel." I shrug.

It doesn't take long to get back to my resort. I park near the concierge and motion to the bungalows.

"So you have two options. You can either pick one out there or one of the beachfront villas?"

"Where are you?"

"I'm out there." I nod towards the over the water bungalows.

"Would it be okay if I stay out there too?"

For a second I think she means she wants to stay with me. Which would NOT be a good idea at all. She's far too much temptation under far too much emotional stress.

I must be silent too long because she looks away and fidgets.

"You don't have to entertain me or anything. I know you're here to work.. I just.. in case Rogue comes back? I'd feel safer knowing you were close."

"No, no it's fine, I was thinking the same. I want you safe. Although, you clearly know how to defend yourself." I grin.

Owning the resort means it's easy to secure an over-water bungalow for Levy when we're typically booked a year in advance. Coincidentally, the one beside mine just happens to be open. How fucking convenient. I help Levy bring her bags to the bungalow.

"Everything will be taken care of, all your food, drink, everything's included while you're here. Feel free to use the spa whenever you'd like too." We step onto the deck.

"You just picked me up from across the island. Really, you've been more than generous."

"Consider it research then. Your experience will help me make decisions on the changes we want to implement." I shrug it off as no big deal.

"–Speaking of, I do have a meeting soon. I won't be back until later, but that's me next door. Just knock if ya need anything." I point to the left neighboring bungalow.

"Oh, right. Thank you again.. for well, everything!"

Levy closes the gap between us and wraps her arms around my waist. She's wearing flip flops so the top of her head doesn't even reach my chin.

"No problem Tiny."

I return the embrace, enjoying the feel of her body against mine. I'd like to stay and help her settle in. But I do have a meeting to prepare for. I can't lose sight of my true goal here.

Even so, I also can't deny I liked the way she needed me today.

End of Chapter 17