what!?

Natsu pulled away his phone and hissed before sticking the phone back to his poor ear.

Can you like, not scream?

Can you like, not tell me a joke at fucking five am?

turning the stove on, Natsu placed a pan down before walking off to get oil from the cupboards.

i wasn't joking

what!?

Eucliffe

Natsu clicked his tongue, already this near to ending the call.

so you ran away from home, spent the night at a hotel, and now making breakfast at miss heartfilia's?

Sting tried to explain with his mind getting confused first thing in the morning.

are you crazy?

Your fault for slapping me to reality.

Sting didn't literally slapped Natsu on the face or anywhere, but mark slapped him with his words.

And i thank you for that.

You left home! i don't know what to feel about that!

Natsu was the one facing the problem yet Sting is the one acting like he's the one being put to the situation.

and you gave them a hint.

Natsu now went to cut some leafy vegetables while still having a phone call with Sting.

I only told them that it's a beautiful blessing.You made them curious!

The older couldn't see it but Sting was pulling his hair to see if he could wake up from this dream.

You do know what you have gotten yourself into?yeah, i know

Natsu spaced out for a moment while having a smile on his face.

and i'm willing to be in this risky situation for them.

I'm happy,

Sting's voice started to soften but then surprised Natsu with a loud shout after.

but i'm also panicking!

Gosh, they won't find out

Natsu placed his phone down the counter and put it on loudspeak, knowing that he'd regret it later, and went to put his attention in making their breakfast.

they are fucking rich Natsu.

a loud sigh was then heard from the other line.

and please don't tell me you brought your car with you.

hearing that then made the Vice chairman, one of the top company, who made millions a day, the very own top achiever Natsu Dragneel freeze from his spot.

how did you know?

oh wow, i should probably replace you as the Chairman next time.

shuffling sounds can then be heard from the line, Natsu guessed that Sting is already getting up from his bed.

goodluck, you need that, they are going to track you down.

then Lucy would also get in trouble.

Natsu slapped his forehead and let out the groaned quietest groan he can release as he didn't want to wake the kid up, and especially the sleeping beauty Lucy.

does your father have a car?

yeah, but it's quite old now. it's still working and dad uses that to bring me toㅡ

he younger speaking from the phone paused after realizing what Natsu was up to.

no.

he quickly disagreed without even letting Natsu say anything.

please help me.

Natsu begged. he almost forgot about the breakfast he made just because of this mistake he made.

i don't care if it's old. i bet your dad is going to like my car.

what the fu-

how many times have you cursed at this ungodly hour?

Natsu said with his brows raised, totally forgetting that Sting couldn't see him.

glad you are aware that this is an ungodly hour.

Sting said after staying silent for a good five seconds before heaving out a sigh.

look Natsu, your car is expensive as fuck and ours is just like, so simple and old.

shiny or not, old or new, i just want to switch.

you're not admitting it but know your inner rich ass self is disgusted by the thought of driving a car that doesn't match up to your high standards.

a pout was what is shown on Natsu's lips.

but I'll get used to it. I have to, for them.you can just buy a new one. Sting said as if it's that simple.

as you can see, i ran away. i don't think they'll allow the money to fall into my bank any time this month, or even next month. because they still hold my banking

Natsu sighed,

so i need to save for my family

smiling at what Natsu just said, he could see the older taking a very big change, it was good but he was sure that Lucy's going to be surprised at the sudden change.

you're doing so much.

of course

smiling proudly, Natsu off to cut meat for another dish he is making.

this is for the beautiful blessing in my life.

I'll just message you when we arrive to office later, okay?

Sting couldn't. see Natsu nod but he can already imagine the older.

by the way, isn't miss heartfilia awake yet?

She is sleeping so you better shut your mouth up or i'm going to track you down and let you eat tape.

Oh well,

Sting smirked as he found a game to play with Natsu.

I'm Diego and i'm here to wakey wakey everybody-

not letting Sting complete his sentence, Natsu had already pressed the end call button. Sting had the guts to shout through the phone thinking that he could wake the whole neighborhood.

sighing, Natsu checked his phone and saw that it's time to wake Lucy up.

honestly, Natsu haven't told Lucy yet.

maybe he's going to make this as a surprise when she wakes up. sure, Lucy is surely going to scold him for this but at least he's here.

it can make Lucy happy, knowing that she wanted Natsu to be there, and now her wish is granted, Natsu can now be there till shits are going to go down.

for the meantime, we just have to appreciate and cherish the moment.

getting inside the bedroom quietly, Natsu held back the urge to smile at the sight of Lucy spreading her body down the bed.

it's quite rare to see her like this as Natsu would always be greeted by Lucy already awake or is curling at one side of the bed because Natsu is there on the other side.

She looked free right now and Natsu can't help but stare at how peaceful Lucy looked.

"Lucy?" Natsu called out softly, hesitating whether to wake the sleeping female up. She looked so unbothered and Natsu somehow wanted it to stay that way.

checking the time, they still have enough left so it wouldn't hurt admiring a little bit longer, and that's what Natsu is doing right now, admiring Lucy, not even a bit, Natsu wasn't feeling pressured.

He was taking all the time in the world to appreciate the masterpiece laying down on the bed. "so this is love." Natsu placed a hand on his chest and then could feel his heart beating so fast, and he loved it so much. "it feels wonderful."

the time slowing down, butterflies going crazy inside your stomach, your breath running out, it's as if the air is choking you, and it's all because of this one person.

damn, just damn.

Natsu was loving the feeling of being in love.

his eyes then went to a specific detail on Lucy's face and can't help but gulp as he stared at it.

it was plum, pouting, parted a bit, and it was calling out for Natsu to taste it. Natsu, feeling the need to do so, also leaned down as he wanted to connect their lips so bad.

"why am i so nervous?" Natsu mumbled to himself as he was already an inch close to their lips touching. "it's not like i'll be kissing her for the first time."

but he still felt nervous.

confident Natsu no more. his hands were sweating and he can't help but gulp every second, the room was suddenly feeling so hot despite of the air conditioner being switched on.

It feels so weird, Natsu wasn't used to this. not even before when kissed Lucy, he was so confident and didn't even bother thinking twice to smash their lips together. but now, it felt wrong kissing her without her permission.

love, it changes everything.

"just a peck." a peck won't change anything, it won't even wake Lucy up.

a peck is perfect and Natsu would already be contented with it.

closing his eyes, Natsu had decided to finally close the gap between them until he heard loud knocks coming from the front door. Natsu groaned as he quickly stood up.

he ruffled his hair, trying to recall what he was about to do. glancing down at the sleeping female, Natsu frowned when Lucy was still laid down there and completely unbothered.

another couple of knocks was then heard again and it snapped Natsu out from his thoughts.

he forced his foot out of the bedroom, closing it silently and carefully not to wake Lucy up, and made his way to the front door.

he was frustrated, upset, and disappointed. he could have gotten his morning kiss without Lucy knowing (although he felt wrong doing it) but someone had to ruin their moment. he swore, if it was Loke, he'd kill him for sure.

"what the-" Natsu froze from his place as he watched someone unfamiliar standing in front of him. "who?"

the guy was slightly shorter than him, he had a bright smile on despite of it being almost six in the morning, and the unidentified human being is now putting his hand out for a handshake.

And who is Natsu to accept that? the taller only looked down at the hand with pure disgust and confusion before looking back up at the guy.

"who are you?" it suddenly passed inside Natsu's head, what if he's one of the guys his father sent to spy on him? impossible though, Lucy's house is quite far from theirs and he had never made it obvious that he's taking a road to Lucy's house.

but then again, they can track him with his car.

but all his thoughts faded away when the guys started to introduce himself.

"i'm Lyon Vastia." he said, taking a slight bow.

Lyon? it sounded familiar and Natsu didn't like it one bit.

just as Natsu had something to say, probably is just going to push Lyon away, the male had his eyes away from him and is settled behind him.

Natsu was about to turn around but it seems like he doesn't need to since he now knows what or who Lyon was looking at.

"Lucy!"

"why is he here?" Loke crossed his arms as he watched Lyon and Lucy talk by the sofa.

Natsu raised a brow and turned to the brunette to him. "aren't you the one who set her up on a date?"

"yeah, but this isn't the one." Loke clicked his tongue at the sight of Lyon laughing together with Lucy,

Don't get him wrong, he's just worried to see Lucu getting comfortable with someone whom she had just knew for a day or so. "I set him up with Hibiki, not with this king of animal kingdom named ancient snake guy. Plus, he is the friend of the girl she met. He's being too fast over this"

and even then princess is getting close to Lyon, it's making Natsu so uncomfortable, he felt as if his world was crushing down.

back then, he would often wish to see this sight one day so he could finally leave Lucy

alone but now.. it's different. he was starting to change, and he is willing to change for Lucy, for the kid, for his family.

"uncle Lion! you look like a prince!"

"I wanna squish uncle lion's cheeks because uncle lion is a cute bean."

"uncle lion, do you know how to cook?"

Sol's voice echoed inside the living room but Loke's attention was on Natsu who's clenching his fists, he didn't know what to do to because he to wanted to see how Natsu would react seeing Lucy be with someone else but at the same time, he didn't want to see a dead body on Lucy's living room.

"calm down." Lucy has to thank Loke later for stopping Natsu from killing someone, which he can possibly do actually.

"the fuck, you want me to calm down?" Natsu turned to the babysitter beside him and Loke could see how mad he looked. "how can i calm down when Lucy is with someone else?"

clicking his tongue, Loke looked away and fixed his eyes on the two together with the little toddler. "why do you care?"

since when did Natsu care? and why would he care? as far as Loke knows, Natsu never had feelings for Lucy and he never cared for his family, he's just doing what he thinks is enough and that is giving support, the money, their wants, and their needs.

of course, Loke doesn't know about his feelings yet.

Natsu just sighed and before he could say something to Loke, someone knocked the front door and cuts him off.

glancing at the two, seems like the two of them are still into talking to each other to even hear the knocks from the front door.

Natsu pushed Loke by the doorway that's separating the kitchen and the living room and stomped his way to the front door, opening it harshly.

as soon as he saw someone he knew, Natsu went out of the house and pushed the student softly to have space for himself. he just hopes that Lucy didn't see what he did and who was outside of the house. what is Natsu thinking, Lucy probably didn't spare a glance.

She was too busy with Lyon.

"what are you doing here?" Natsu questioned at the angry looking boy in front of him. "Sting?"

"have you ever had that feeling of punching someone so hard?" Sting grumbled, bringing his problem here in front of Natsu. "so hard that you would leave him unconscious."

"oh, i know that feeling so well." Natsu scoffed, already getting annoyed by seeing Lyon's face inside his head. but what caught Natsu's attention was Sting suddenly saying that. "who hurt you Diego?"

"i went to pick Yukino up from their house but seems like she doesn't need me." Sting clicked his tongue upon recalling the event. "She was talking to a guy and fuck, they were laughing as if something is really that funny."

it matches with his situation right now. "tell me about it." but Natsu was still curious about something, "why are you here?"

"here," Sting handed him the car keys as he pointed at the car that's parked in front of the house. it's not as bad as what Natsu it would look. sure, it doesn't look that expensive, but it looks fine.

"dad told me to give you this instead of the old one, he didn't want to let go of his precious old car."

"I left my car keys inside the room." Natsu groaned, he didn't want to walk inside and see the sight again.

"no, it's fine." Sting gave the older a smile. "i told dad everything, well not actually everything. i twisted some things and he felt bad for you. he decided to give you the car."

"did you drive this here?" Natsu gasped.

"yeah." the younger nodded his head after crossing his arms across his chest. "by the way, you looked upset when you came out of the house. did something happen?"

And thinking about it again made Natsu frown and this time he had someone to talk about his problems

"Why does love hurt so much?


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