A/N- Hey y'all! I'm back. I'm enjoying the feedback I have been getting. You are all great! I cannot believe I'm over 40 followers already!
I really wanted to get this chapter out on like Friday or Saturday, but I have been sick the last few days. I literally have been lying in bed sleeping. I haven't had any energy at all. To those who don't know, being sick and in college sucks. I'm sorry if this is not the best chapter. I am sick, so my writing may not be in tip top shape.
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Chapter 16
"Natsu, why can't you ever stay in the house at night?" Tawna sighs as they walk through Magnolia, as the town prepares for The Harvest Festival. "I'm sure Lucy isn't happy with you breaking into her house all the time."
"Must… get… food…" Natsu moans trudging his way slowly through the crowds.
"Chow time!" Happy cheers.
"Is that all you think about?" Tawna scowls at her completely oblivious brother and cat.
"Be nice, Tawna," Happy says flying next to her head, "He's still not feelin' well."
"That's what he gets for eating ethernano," She says crossing her arms in front of her black tank top.
"He still isn't feeling better?" Lucy ask walking up behind Tawna with Gray and Juvia.
"He'll be fine once he eats, trust me." Gray says laughing placing a hand on Tawna's wavy hair.
"You guys haven't changes a bit," A voice behind them laughs.
"Warren!" Tawna grins.
"It's been a while," Gray smiles to their fellow guild member.
"I didn't think I'd making it back for the festival, but it looks like I made it." Warren smiles.
"This guy takes on so many jobs, we hardly see him." Gray says to Lucy and Juvia.
"Wow," Lucy says in awe.
"Hello, I'm new. My name is Juvia." She greets.
"This is Warren Rocko," Tawna grins, "He uses telepathy magic."
"It's nice to meet you," Warren smiles.
"The pleasure is all mine," Juvia bows slightly, "This festival really is something." She smiles looking around to all the booths lining the streets.
"No kidding," Lucy grins.
"It's a big deal," Warren says, "People travel from all over to see the Fantasia Parade."
"I can't wait to see it," Lucy cheers.
"Luce, you're gonna be in it," Tawna laughs.
"I think there was something else I was gonna do?" The blond questions aloud, "The Miss Fairy Tail Contest! My rent money!" The celestial mage shouts running off towards the guild.
"She's really gonna do that stupid thing," Tawna laughs.
"A contest?" A dark aura begins to build around Juvia, "I will not be outdone by that blonde bimbo."
"So, I guess you'll be entering too," Gray sighs shaking his head as Juvia races off towards the guild, "We better start heading to the guild, if we are gonna get seats." Gray says looking to Tawna, "Comin Tawna?"
"Yeah," She shrugs, "I've got nothing better to do."
The three make their way through the thick crowds to the guild hall. Pushing their way through the people and guild mates all gathered to see the contest, the ice and water mage find a seat with Natsu and Elfman.
"Damn," Gray says sitting down at the table, "There's a lot of people here." He says glancing to Natsu who is nibbling mindlessly on a piece of bread, "I expected Elfman to be here, but why you." Gray laughs.
"He probably sniffed out the place with the most food," Tawna laughs sitting between her brother and Elfman.
"Or because he's a man!" Elfman boast.
"Welcome ladies and gentlemen to the long-awaited Miss Fairy Tail Contest!" Max shouts from the stage, "I'm Max! and I'll be your host for this exciting event! Now, Let's meet entry number one! The beauty who will drink you under the table any day of the week! Cana Alberona!" Cana steps out flashing her magic cards. The cards spin around her, covering from head to toe, then exploding out. "She changed into a swim suit!" Max shouts as cheers erupt from the audience.
"The prize money, is enough to cover my tab," Cana smirks as she exits the stage.
"Who know once one of them pulls the bikini card, they are all gonna do it," Tawna rolls her eyes.
"Entry number two!" Max shouts excitedly, "She's new to the guild, but her magic is S-class. Juvia Lockser!" Juvia changes most of her body to water with a large wave flowing out, like a water fall. Once the water clears, Juvia is left standing in a swim suit. "She's all set for a day at the beach!"
"Look at me Gray! Do you like what you see?" Juvia shouts from the stage. Gray sighs, banging his head against the table.
"Should have seen that one coming," He sighs making Tawna and Elfman giggle.
"Entry number three! Fairy Tail's famous center fold. Mirajane Strauss!" Max shouts as Mira calmly steps out on stage, "Now, show us your magic!"
"My specialty is transformation magic," Mira grins, "so, I'll show you a new side of me!" She covers her face and transforms in to a certain blue cat, "This is my Happy face!" The crowds shouts and cheers turn into gasps, and giggles. Changing her face again this time to a new member of the guild, "This is my Gajeel face." Happy who is sitting in front of Natsu is crying from laughing so hard.
"Glad someone is enjoying themselves," gray laughs.
"She's a man?" Elfman states in shock making Tawna laugh.
"Entry number four!" Max shouts, "She maybe small ladies and gentleman, but she's got an attitude big enough to take us all down. The one, the only, Katawna Dragneel!"
"WHAT!" Tawna shouts, jumping on her seat glaring, "This is the third year in a row! Who did it!" Tawna yells, receiving laughter from her fellow guildmates mixed within the large crowd. She glares to Elfman, who seems to be laughing the hardest among the Guild. "Was you, Elfman?!" Tawna transforms her arm into ice and punches the large wizard knocking him out of his seat.
"OWW!" Elfman complains crawling back into his seat.
"Take it like a man!" Tawna snaps as the laughter becomes louder, Happy is rolling on the table, Gray is doubled over holding his stomach, and even Natsu is chuckling.
"Isn't she a cutie, ladies and gents" Max shouts, "Give it up on more time for Katawna!" He says receiving cheers from the crowd.
"I'm not in the contest!" Tawna shouts one last time dropping back into her seat crossing her arms.
Max goes on to introduce the rest of the participants, including Erza, Levy, Bisca, and finally Lucy.
"Now for entry number eight!" Max shouts, "Fairy Tail's rising star, Lucy!" The celestial wizard enters the stage waving and smiling.
"Is she dressed as a cheerleader?" Tawna asks, receiving a shrug from Gray.
"Show us what you got!" Max smiles.
"My spirits and I put together a little cheer," Lucy smiles waving a couple pom-poms around.
"Entry number nine!" a feminine voice booms over the cheers, bringing them to a pause. Tawan freezes then glances to Gray.
"Please tell me that's not who I think it is," Gray asks.
"I'm sure it is," Tawna answers.
"Hey!" Lucy shouts, "I haven't even done my cheer yet!"
"I am the very definition of fairy," A woman dressed in a short green dress steps onto the stage, "Not to mention, also the very definition of beauty. I'm the only one here, who has everything a man desires, so the winner is me. The lovely Evergreen" She winks from behind the fan she holds, "Now, this stupid contest can come to an end."
"If she's back," Gray starts.
"That means Laxus must be here as well," Elfman finishes.
"Can't you go mess up a different pageant?" Lucy snaps turning to Evergreen, "I really need this prize money," The celestial wizard snaps.
"Lucy don't look her in the eyes!" Gray shouts standing.
"I'm sorry, what was your name," Evergreen says lifting her glasses with her eyes glowing yellow.
"Lucy don't!" Tawna shouts as Lucy's entire body turns to stone.
"This is bad," Max says into the microphone, "Everyone get out! Now!" The contest attendees flee quickly, leaving the members of Fairy Tail behind.
"What do you think you're doing Evergreen!" Gramps demands approaching the stage, "You will ruin the festival for everyone!"
"One the contrary," She giggles, "I think things are getting interesting." The curtains of the stage rise, revealing the other contestants.
"She turned them all to stone!" Tawna shouts.
"No Mira!" Elfman shouts looking at his older sister now turned to stone.
"How'd she get Erza too?" Happy says setting on Tawna's head.
"Don't be a fool!" Gramps shouts, "Return them to normal!" A bright yellow light forms above. Lighting striking down to the stage.
"No," Tawna gasps as Laxus emerges.
"Well it looks like all your fans decided to head home," The lightning mage sneers, "what a pity, because the party is about to start."
"I should have known," Gramps sighs. Gray and Elfman grab Tawna, keeping her between them.
"Freed and Bixlow are here too," Tawna says looking to the second floor where the green haired and masked covered mages stand.
"The Thunder Legion," Macao states.
"The heck do you think you're doing?" Wakaba asks.
"Come on, let's have some fun!" Laxus sneers.
"Laxus!" Tawna shouts, but he doesn't even acknowledge she is there.
"Change them back now Laxus!" Gramps demands.
"You'd better play nice if you want these ladies to stay in one piece," Laxus says with a bolt of lightning striking near Lucy.
"No! Stop!" Gramps shouts.
"I'm taking these ladies hostage," Laxus says slinging an arm around Lucy, "Break the rules, and I'll shatter them one by one." He says. Tawna watches in horror seeing what Laxus is doing.
"I'm not amused Laxus," Gramps snaps, "stop this!"
"I'm serious, Old Man," Laxus states.
"I have always wondered who the strongest is," Freed says jumping down to the stage, "Now, it's time to find out."
"Let's have some fun!" Bixlow grins.
"Fun, fun!" His little babies shout.
"There's only one rule," Laxus grins, "Whoever is left standing in the end, is the winner! IT'S A FAIRY TAIL BATTLE ROYAL!"
"Laxus, stop this!" Tawna shouts breaking away from Gray and Elfman, "Laxus!" yet again the small dragon slayer is ignored.
"Nice and simple," Natsu grins standing, "Just the way I like it. I'm fired up now!"
"You're not helping right now, Natsu," Tawna snaps turning to her brother.
"Glad you can see it my way," Laxus smirks, "Or at least, have the right attitude."
"Natsu," Gramps says warningly.
"This is a festival, right?" Natsu says walking forward, "Let's party!"
"Have you forgotten how badly he beat you last time you two fought?" Warren asks, as Natsu strides past him.
"I was a kid then," Natsu smirks.
"It was last year you idiot," Tawna states.
"Well, since them I have become a man!" Natsu shouts.
"Not hardly," Tawna mumbles as Natsu launches himself towards Laxus.
"On second thought, that attitude of yours is gonna get ya into a world of hurt," Laxus smirks, "Why don't you sit back down!" A lighting strike hits Natsu sending him to the floor.
"Natsu!" Tawna and Gray shout as the Fire Dragon Slayer lands not far from them.
"Awe," Happy says floating above Natsu, "He was finally starting to feelin better,"
"If you ask me," Tawna murmurs, "He deserved that." She says glaring up to where Laxus stands. This time the lighting mage catches her eye and looks away.
"If you want to turn the girls back to normal, you are gonna have to beat us first," Evergreen states.
"Those odds aren't bad," Bixlow smirks, "There's four of us, and like a hundred of you."
"You have three hours," Evergreen states holding up three fingers, "after that, these pretty statues will be reduced to dust."
"Magnolia will play as the battle field," Laxus states, "The fight will begin, when, or if you find us."
"LAXUS, I WON'T STAND FOR THIS!" Gramps shouts growing to his magically large size.
"Simmer down Old Man!" Laxus shouts as yellow light beams around him, "It's all part of the festival right?" The yellow light becomes brighter, the members begin to shield their eyes, "LET THE BATTLE OF FAIRY TAIL BEGIN!"
"Laxus!" Tawna shouts once again before he vanishes. The light fade and the Thunder legion is gone.
"Let's go!" Elfman shouts, "We have to man up and save our girls!" the guild members cheer as they all go charging to the exit. Leaving Gramps, Tawna, Happy, and an unconscious Natsu in the guild.
"YOU BRATT!" Gramps yells running toward the door, "Just wait, I'll stop you with my own two hands!" Master yells before he collides with an invisible barrier.
"Gramps!" Tawna shouts running towards him.
"What's wrong?" Gray asks, running back to the door.
"An invisable wall," Gramps says struggling against it.
"Don't be silly Gramps, there's nothing here." Gray bends down and tries to pull Master through the barrier with no luck, "What's the deal?"
"It's an enchantment," Tawna says looking up to the ancient writing scrawled above, "It must be Freed's work."
"Stone statues and anyone over the age of eighty years, shall not pass," Gramps reads the runes above.
"Whoever writes the rules, win the fight?" Gray asks stepping back viewing the writing.
"These take a while to write," Gramps says, "But, they are highly effective when set up in advance to be used as traps."
"So, that means you're really stuck," Gray asks, "You can't get through?
"The rules of the enchantment are final," Gramps sighs.
"Well, I guess that settles it," Gray turns, "We're gonna stop him." Gray says sprinting off into the city. Gramps turns and sighs looking to the almost empty guild around him.
"I don't know if there is anyone here strong enough to beat him," He sighs then glances to Tawna who is staring out the door, 'But there maybe someone who can stop him,' He thinks. "Katawna." Gramps says.
"Yeah," Tawna says turning.
"You need to find Laxus," Gramps says looking the young girl in the eye.
"Me? Why me?" Tawna asks stepping back.
"You are the only one who could possibly talk him down." Gramps states. He can tell this whole thing is affecting the young girl, "You might be the only one who could stop him."
"Gramps," Tawna sighs, "I want to find him, but…" Tawna presses her hand to the barrier, "I can't get out."
"What?" Gramps shouts taking a step toward the barrier, searching the rune above, "I don't understand, it says nothing about you."
"Could there possibly be a hidden enchantment?" Tawna asks.
"It's possible," Gramps sighs, "Laxus could still be trying to protect you."
"There has to be a way to get out of here," Tawna says sighing. Gramps sighs as well and turns to Reedus who has been hiding.
"It's alright Reedus," Gramps says, "Why don't you go to the East Forest to see if Porlyusica has a spell for petrification."
"Wee," The painter nods and runs through the barrier, and out to Magnolia. On the other side of the guild Natsu begins to wake.
"AHHHHH!" The dragon slayer screams.
"You're awake!" Happy smiles.
"Where'd Laxus go," Natsu says looking around the guild hall, "Actually where did everyone go?!"
"Natsu," Gramps says turning, "If he got serious he may be strong enough to pull it off."
"Gramps!" Natsu says running toward him and Tawna, "Where did everyone run off to?"
"Now listen up!" Gramps shouts, "Laxus is hiding somewhere in Magnolia, find him and beat him!"
"Alright!" Natsu shouts, "Just you wait…" Natsu begins to run through the door but slams into the barrier.
"What!" Gramps, Tawna, and Happy shout.
"What the heck?" Natsu asks peeling himself from the invisable wall.
"He can't get through either," Tawna says walking over to her brother, "What are we gonna do Gramps?"
"I don't understand," Gramps states, "I could see why there was a possibility Tawna couldn't get through, but why can't Natsu?"
"UGGG!" Tawna shouts punching the barrier, "We need to get out!" New words form above them and Gramps reads them.
"Battle of Fairy Tail update," He reads, "Jet verses, Droy verses, Alzack." Gramps steps back, "Is this some kind of joke!"
"I don't understand why they would be fightin?" Natsu says looking up to the Runes.
"Wait," Tawna says, "If Freed set up this barrier around the guild. He might have sent up other ones around the town."
"He must have set up traps," Gramps glares to the words on the barrier as the words change, "The winner is Alzack, Jet and Droy are out."
"What," Natsu gasps.
"They're havin' the Guild pick each other off." Tawna glares pushing against the barrier, "We need to find Laxus."
"Max verses Warren, the winner is Warren. Vijeeter verses Nab, the winner is Nab. Laki took out another four members." Happy says reading, "Macao verses Wakaba, in progress."
"Foolish children," Gramps snaps, "What do you think they're doing?"
"they don't have a choice," Tawna says looking to the floor. "Once you enter one of Freed's enchantments, you have to follow the rules that are set."
"It's like Laxus said," Happy says, "It's the Battle of Fairy Tail."
"I don't understand," Natsu says, then slams himself into the barrier, "I want to fight too!"
"AHH!" Tawna pushes Natsu, shoving him into the wall, "Could you use your head for once," Tawna snaps, "Why do you want to fight your friends!"
"Cause it's a tournament to see who the strongest!" Natsu complains.
"It's not a tournament!" Tawna shouts, "It's just Laxus being stupid!"
"What are you so worked up about?" Natsu snaps back to little sister. Tawna glares and shoves him again.
"Katawna," Gramps says, "Go get some ice, and cool down." He says pointing to the bar. Tawna huffs and marches to the back of the hall.
"She's upset Natsu," Gramps sighs, "We have a little over two hours left to stop them, if not the girls will be turned to dust." He says glancing to the girls on the stage.
"Do you really think Laxus would do that?" Natsu smirks.
"You think it's a bluff?" Gramps asks raising an eyebrow.
"He maybe a pain in the butt at times, but he is still one of us." He smiles then goes back to trying to break through the barrier.
"It looks like the Thunder Legion is making their move, Evergreen just beat Elfman, and Gray is fighting Bixlow," Happy says, "Oh no, and Reedus got taken out by Freed."
"I knew that guy couldn't have beaten Freed," Natsu says, "That guy is good."
"Natsu, you're cheering for the wrong side." Happy says, "Now we aren't gonna get Porlyusica's help."
"We don't need it," Natsu crosses his arms, "Laxus is bluffing anyways."
"I'm just bluffing huh?"
"What?" Gramps says turning around to see a projection of Laxus standing before them.
"Where'd he come from," Natsu asks.
"It's a thought projection you idiot." Tawna snaps now standing next to Natsu with her cup of ice.
"Natsu," Laxus smirks, "What you doin in this dump, you scared?
"I'm not scared!" Natsu shouts, "I'm stuck!"
"Let us out!" Tawna snaps, receiving a slight glance from Laxus, then he looks away, "Laxus!"
"What do you want," Gramps growls.
"How's it feel?" Laxus sneers, "You think of the guild members as your children, must be tough watching your kiddies tear each other apart. It's too bad Natsu and Erza can't join in the fun. You ready to throw in the towel?" He smirks.
"It's not over yet!" Happy shouts, "Gray still in the game, he's just as strong as Natsu."
"He's as strong as me!" Natsu glares.
"Get over yourself," Tawna glares to her brother.
"Gray huh," Laxus laughs, "You're putting all your hope in that loser."
"I wouldn't underestimate the boy's power," Gramps glares as another update forms above.
"It looks like Gray is down," Laxus states, "Only 28 members left."
"I know you guys are using some dirty trick to win!" Happy accuses.
"Who's gonna beat the Thunder Legion now, Old Man." Laxus smirks.
"What about Gajeel?" Happy shouts.
"He has made it clear, he don't wanna play," Laxus laughs.
"Am I invisible!" Natsu shouts.
"Might as well be if you can't get out of the guild," Laxus smirks.
"Laxus, stop this!" Tawna shouts angrily, "What is wrong with you!" This time Laxus pause and looks to her.
"Squirt, stay out of this," Laxus says not looking at her.
"No!" Tawna steps forward toward the projection.
"That is enough Laxus," Gramps interrupts, "I surrender. Bring this thing to an end."
"You can't be giving in already Old Man?" Laxus sneers, "If you really want to, then hand over the guild to me and retire early."
"Why do you have to play dirty?" Natsu snaps.
"I should have known," Gramps glares, "This was your goal all along, wasn't it?"
"You only have an hour and a half before the statues begin to crumble. If you wanna put an end to this, then announce your retirement to the whole town." Laxus states, "What means more to you? Your children or your title?"
"Laxus!" Tawna shouts as his projection begins to fade, "This isn't like you! Laxus!" His projection disappears and the ice in Tawna's glass begins to melt.
"Tawna?" Natsu looks surprised to his little sister as the water now begins to boil.
"AHH!" Tawna screams with a few tears falling from her eyes, as she chucks the glass at the wall making it shatter.
A/N- I felt like this was an okay place to stop the chapter. Poor Tawna, watching Laxus act like this is really hurting her. Please Review or PM me. I love talking to you guys!