A/N: I'm back with the 2nd chapter! It looks like you guys enjoyed the first chapter so I figured I would update again! I'm really glad that you guys enjoyed it! Let me know what you think of this next update, ne?
Disclaimer: Don't own Fairy Tail!
Lucy's POV
Natsu studied me for a minute and then nodded, "You seem smart, and I need smart dealers right now… so welcome aboard," he said, extending his hand to shake mine. Gross, I had to touch him.
"Thanks," I said, and I took his hand, shaking it quickly before letting go.
"Well then, the first order of business is to show you around; Gajeel, will you show her around and then send her to me when you're done," he instructed, before turning away and disappearing without waiting for a reply.
"Is he always that dismissive?" I questioned, crinkling my nose as I watched the pink-haired brat stalk away.
Gajeel shrugged, "I just ignore it. He pays well so that's all that matters," he said, before walking away and gesturing for me to follow him.
He led me down one of the hallways, "Over here to the left is where we have our weekly meetings where we count the cash flow and make sure no one has shorted us out," he explained, and I nodded so that he knew I understood.
"Then over here to the right is where our shipments come in, and it's also where dealers go to restock their weekly stash," I looked over at the room he was talking about, and already I could smell the illegal drugs from inside that room.
"Then over here at the end of the hall is where some dealers come to rest; we don't usually house anyone but since some dealers are struggling home-wise we allow them to rest their heads and such," he explained, gesturing to the room with a bunch of sleeping bags on the floor. I began breathing from my mouth as the room smelled like weed and B.O.
"It seems like a well oiled operation," I observed, pretending to sound fascinated.
Gajeel bought it, "Yeah, Natsu's done a pretty good job ever since he took over from Zeref. Of course we still get a few shoddy dealers here and there, but we make it work," he said.
"Well, I believe Natsu said he wanted to meet with you once we were done… his room is on the 2nd level," he said, pointing towards the metal staircase.
"Thanks," I said, briskly, and I turned and left the black-haired man staring at me with his menacing crimson eyes.
As soon as I entered Natsu's room, I was immediately confronted with the musty smoke of a cigar, "You asked to see me?" I asked, doing a slight bow to play the part.
Natsu turned towards me, the same toothy grin on him as before, "That's right! It was Luigi right?" he asked, taking a puff of his cigar.
Irritation flashed through me, but I kept composed, "It's Layla actually, sir," I said, giving him a fake smile. How could he get Layla confused with Luigi? What a fucking idiot.
Natsu took no notice, "Layla, noted. Well, since you're new I've got to put you through a little field test to see if you really have what it takes to fit in around here," he said, giving me a mischievous grin.
"What kind of test?" I inquired, although I was deeply annoyed by his ridiculous smirk.
"Well, I have this supplier who is interested in working with us; only problem is that he tends to walk the line a little bit and none of the other city drug lords trust him. I want you to go meet with him and see if you can convince him to take this deal that I have written in this document. If you can somehow convince him to take the deal, then I will approve your status here and get you started as a dealer," he said, handing me the document he was referring to.
"So where do I meet this supplier?" I asked.
Natsu's pink hair bobbed as he spoke, "On the same pier that you met Gajeel on; 7:30pm tonight. Don't fail me, Layla. I'd hate to waste such a pretty face," he said, flashing a sly smile at me.
"Gee, thanks," I said, returning his smile with a sarcastic one of my own.
"Just report back to me when you're done," Natsu said, dismissing me with his hand.
"Of course, sir," I replied with mock enthusiasm. As soon as I exited Natsu's room, I silently screamed in anger. What an egotistical little prick! Ooh, I couldn't wait to place Natsu in some handcuffs and throw his ass in the slammer. But first things first, I needed to get out of this warehouse before the musty air and the smell of B.O suffocated me.
I exited the warehouse, and I took a quick look around to make sure I wasn't being watched, and when I determined it was safe, I decided to call Levy and update her, "Hey Levy!" I exclaimed as she answered the phone.
"LUCY!" she breathed into the phone, "I was so worried about you!"
"Sorry," I chuckled slightly, "worming my way in with Natsu took a bit longer than expected. But he set me up with my first assignment, and if all goes well, then I'm officially in," I heard Levy gasp with excitement.
"Ooh sounds interesting," I giggled at her excited tone, "what's the assignment?"
"I'm supposed to go meet with one of his new suppliers tonight and strike a deal with them, and if they take the deal then Natsu said he will offer me a permanent place in his organization," I replied, knowing Levy was soaking up every detail.
"Gosh Lucy, your life is so exciting; it's like a mystery novel!" I laughed as she related everything to books.
"I wish my life was that exciting; but I'm going to head back to the precinct and begin writing my report… I'll call you tonight after I finish Natsu's dirty work," I said.
"Alright, Lucy, be careful!" she exclaimed before hanging up the phone. Careful had nothing to do with it, however, I needed to be smart. I knew from the way Natsu had looked at me during our brief meeting that he didn't trust me. So I needed to think of a plan to bring both the deal to Natsu, and also shut down one of his suppliers and start bringing down his organization. I decided to start working out all the details when I got back to the precinct.
Natsu's POV
"I want you to tail that Layla girl tonight," I instructed Sting as the blonde approached.
"Why, sir?" he inquired, "she seemed serious from what Gajeel described,"
I scoffed, "They all seem eager, but there was something off about that girl. If anything goes wrong tonight, I want you to kill her," I said.
"Of course, sir," Sting replied.
"Good, now go fetch Cobra so I can send him out for this next deal," I said, and the blonde nodded before disappearing.
I looked out my window to see Layla outside down below, chatting away with someone on the phone, "What are you hiding?" I whispered as I watched the girl chatter away with whoever she was talking to.
Lucy's POV
I'd be lying if I said I wasn't nervous about tonight. Tonight marked my first test, which in the drug world, failure could cost me my life. Sure, I could try and fight my way out but I was one cop amongst an entire empire of druggies, all who of which would carry a weapon of some kind. I had to be careful and act with utmost precision; if Natsu sensed even one thing was off, I would surely be killed. But along with being nervous, I felt a certain thrill also. This was the most dangerous case I had ever taken and just knowing that it was a life or death situation definitely got my adrenaline rushing.
"What're you thinking about, Heartfilia?" the voice of Erza broke me from my thoughts.
"Just a few things related to my assignment," I replied, giving a quick nod to the redhead. She said nothing and just returned back to her computer. It looked like she was filing a report on a speeding citation. Leaving Erza to her own devices, I started formulating a plan of how I could both bring Natsu a new supplier and shut down one piece of his operation. I already knew that Natsu didn't trust me, and if I was right then he would surely send someone to follow me tonight. So my first task should be to lose the tail, which of course meant I would need a decoy. I knew Levy wouldn't agree to something dangerous like that so I figured I'd ask my friend Cana since she was a bit more danger prone.
"Hello," Cana said after I had dialed her number.
"Can you meet me outside of the precinct in twenty minutes? I need your help with something," I said.
"Sure, see you then," she replied before hanging up the phone.
Soon enough, I saw Cana walking towards the steps where I was waiting, a bottle of vodka in her hand, "Are you really driving around with that; especially in front of a police station?" I asked.
Cana rolled her eyes, "You won't do anything, and don't worry I've only had a few sips," she said, gesturing to how full the bottle still was.
I sighed, "Alright, well do you think you can help me with something tonight? It's related to my assignment," I said.
"What would it be?" Cana asked, titling her head to one side.
"Would you be a decoy for me? I could tell Natsu didn't trust me and I'm sure he is sending someone to follow me tonight. I just want you to get the tail to follow you long enough for me to take out this supplier," I explained.
Cana shrugged, "Sure, we just need to find me a blonde wig or something," she said as she looked at our opposing hair colors.
"Go visit Levy; I think she still has a few wigs from our cosplay days," I said, remembering Levy's collection of various colored wigs.
"Got it; so where should I meet you?" she asked.
"Meet me back here at six tonight and we will get started," I said.
Cana nodded, "Alright, see you then," she said, giving me a quick wave before she walked back to her car. Before she got in, she took a huge swig of vodka.
"I'll arrest you if you keep doing that!" I shouted, although my voice was light with humor.
She glared back at, "Come get me then!" she shouted back as she stepped in her car and sped off, grinning widely at me as she drove away. I shook my head; she always was entertaining.
Eventually it was time to go meet Cana, and I was itching to get started. If I succeeded tonight then I would gain a place in Natsu's ranks and I would be able to start derailing his little empire. Natsu was smart, I'll give him that… but I was smarter.
"I'm here," Cana appeared before me, sporting a blonde wig and some of my clothes.
"We could be twins!" I marveled as I examined the work Levy had done on her.
"Whatever, let's just get started; I have a big bottle of gin waiting for me at home when we finish," she exclaimed.
"Do you ever not drink?" I teased but she didn't reply. I gestured for her to follow me and we walked through the back alley behind the precinct that led to the path that would take us to the docks.
"Alright, you know what to do?" I asked.
Cana nodded, "Lead the tail around in circles until you text me and then I'll disappear," she said, repeating my plan to me.
I smiled, "Good luck," I said and she disappeared down the alley. Sure enough as she turned left, I saw the figure of another begin to follow behind her. Natsu thought he had been clever when he sent someone after me, but as usual, I was one step ahead. After waiting a few minutes for Cana to lead the tail away, I turned the other direction and headed to the meeting spot that Natsu had directed me to go earlier.
As I arrived, I saw no one there, "That's weird, he should be here by now," I said, inspecting the time on my watch.
Another ten minutes passed, and that's when I heard a weird groaning coming from behind some crates, "Who's there?" I shouted, but I got no reply. I walked towards the crates, and was met with a sight of horror as I approached. Lying on the ground was a man, and he was bleeding profusely from a gunshot wound to his chest.
"Are you okay?" I asked, but the man simply shook his head before lying still. As a cop, I had seen many die in my day, but it still shook me as I watched someone's life ebb away from their body. However I noticed a note taped to this shirt;
Oh Natsu,
You thought you could intrude on my business? That's not how this works dear ;)
I hope that this little man's death proves as a message for what happens to those who attempt to interfere with my territory… and you of all people should know better than to cross me.
Kiss kiss
-L
Who was L? Did Natsu try sending me into a trap and this man just happened to get caught into it? Either way, I needed to go report my findings to the stupid pinkette and figure out what the hell was going on. But first, I sent a text to Cana to tell her that she could stop with the chase as I had completed my mission. Quickly I headed towards the warehouse to go face Natsu.
Natsu's POV
"Come in," I said as I heard a knock on my door. I smirked when I saw Layla enter, her blonde hair ruffled and a bewildered expression on her face.
"So how did it go?" I asked, wondering what had her so fazed.
"When I got there, the man had been shot and was dead within minutes of my arrival. This was taped to his shirt," she said, handing me the note.
I read its contents and frowned, "Thank you; although you didn't manage to capture the supplier, you still went and returned with your findings. If you want a spot in my organization, then it's yours," I said, still staring at the note.
"Of course, sir," she said, "do you need anything else?"
I shook my head, "I'll send for you when I need you… now leave me be," I waved my hand towards the door.
I sighed when I heard her exit the room, "Oh Lisanna, if it's a war you want then it's a war you shall get," I said as I read the note again.
A/N: Chapter 2 complete! Honestly writing this story is so much easier than my other NaLu fic. I don't know why… but anyway sorry it took so long to get this chapter out there! Keep posted for the next update!
