The Star Queen
Chapter One: The Beginning of The End
Our story begins with a mythology lesson, a legend if you will.
Long ago, the Celestial World fell into war between the three Spirit Classes. The Zodiac, The Myths, and The Monsters all fought for control over the Celestial World, and for three hundred millennia they cast their home into ruin and bloodshed.
Finally, their strongest warriors created a solution.
They would choose a human on Earth to rule over them, giving them the power of all three of their Spirit Gems to protect and govern them to the best of their abilities. The male rulers would be given the title Spirit King, while the females would be called the Star Queen. There have never been more than one ruler in the sixty-four millenniums that have passed since then, and now it is time for a new ruler to be chosen. It is The Zodiac's turn to choose the new King/Queen, and they already have a certain mage in mind...
It has been three years since the battle with END and Zeref, three years since Lucy had faced off against Natsu and won both the battle, and his heart. Lucy and Natsu quickly became a couple after they had plenty of time to heal from the psychological and the physical wounds, and after several weeks of teasing, soon settled back into their regular rhythm of Guild Life. The ease of their relationship baffled their nakama, for the most part, you couldn't tell that they'd only just started dating. The adorable duo didn't need to act differently, in a way, they'd known they belonged together long before they had finally begun dating. However like most couples, they had their moments of rage and unstoppable fights.
Like today.
"NATSU DRAGNEEL!"
Said male felt a shiver of fear and dread go down his spine, very slowly, he turned his head toward the enraged blonde bombshell making her way toward him. Lucy wore a more mature outfit now that she was reaching her 22nd birthday, something Natsu greatly appreciated. Gone were her tiny little skirts and simple tank tops, she now wore black skin-tight leather pants with golden filigree stitching along the waistline and black biker heels.
She wore a deep reddish-pink tube top with matching filigree designs under a reversible ivory leather jacket with dark pink insides and gold accents, she also wore a matching reddish-pink belt over her pants with golden studs and buckles. Her long hair was pulled back into a tight spiky bun, leaving her bangs to frame the right side of her face, and gold hoop earrings. Around her neck was a simple golden necklace adorned with a large crescent moon and little stars attached to its chain.
A list of things flashed through his mind, trying to figure out what he'd forgotten to do.
"Y-Yes Luce?"
"What day is it?"
His mind completely blanked, and very stupidly he looked at the calendar on the wall behind the bar.
"Its July 1st , why?"
Lucy gave him a witheringly pointed look.
"Luce I seriously don't understand whats going on right now..."
She glared at him before turning on her heel and stalking out of the guild, hiding the falling tears as she went. The pinkette frowned softly, his onyx eyes softening as she hurried away from him. He sighed and turned his attention back to his glass of Fire whiskey.
"You seriously forgot what day it was?"
Gray Fullbuster sat a few seats away from him at the bar, eating Iced Vodka, Mirajane's special concoction for Ice Mages. The dark-haired mage grinned at him, amusement in his eyes. As he lifted his drink Natsu caught sight of his silver wedding band, reminding him yet again that even Gray had gotten married long before Natsu had gotten the chance. Not long after the war with Tartaros, Gray had met a gorgeous Ice Dragon Slayer named Bianca Lyona at a bar in Crocus.
Two years and six months later, the two of them had walked down the isle and got married.
For the longest time, Juvia was absolutely heartbroken that her "beloved" had chosen Bianca over her, and had sulked endlessly in the guildhall. But soon after seeing how happy they were, she chose to try and get on with her life. Soon she began to notice Lyon's feelings for her, and over time grew to return them, she is currently in a very committed relationship with the Ice Mage.
"Of course not! What do you take me for, a moron?!"
Gray gave him a pointed look.
"Fuck you too, I just have to keep her away from the guild for a few hours and this was the easiest way to do it, yeah it sucks to hurt her like that but doesn't mean I won't make it up to her later."
"Oh good, cause if you forgot something as big as this, the girls would have killed you... Especially Bianca's sister... Clara is terrifying."
Both men shivered at the thought of the redheaded mini-Erza. Clara Valerious is the twin sister of Bianca Lyona, while not biologically, the two of them were soul sisters. Clara was gorgeous redhead with astonishing emerald green eyes and lightly tanned skin, a Flame Demon Slayer with a temper almost as unpredictable as Erza's.
"What is it with redheads man..."
"Not a clue.."
"Dragneel."
Both men tensed, and said pinkette looked behind him to see the equally annoyed expressions of both Clara and Erza, their piercing dark eyes glaring daggers at Natsu.
"If I didn't know what you had planned, I would have killed you by now for making Lucy cry. However, that doesn't mean we won't if your apology later is insufficient."
Clara chuckled at the expression of absolute horror that was slowly taking over Natsu's face, his onyx eyes widening as his face blanched. The auburn haired woman was a figure of beauty, she sported long legs and a rather large chest to match. She wore black sheer thigh-highs with crimson silk garters under a deep red off-shoulder dress that showed a single lacy bra strap, around her waist was a black leather corset with a sheer black over skirt sewn into the hemline. She sported red stiletto heels and silver cuffs, a black leather choker with crimson filigree stitching covered her throat. She wore earrings almost identical to Erza's, except they were gold and attached to rubies.
Around her neck was a three-chain necklace with a silver thunderbolt on the last chain, a gift from her fiance Laxus Dreyar.
"So how long do we have until you go get her?"
"An hour, is Leo and Virgo here yet?"
"Already setting up decorations and Mira is finishing up the cake, we'll be ready when you get back."
A grin broke out over his face.
"You wanna do the honors little buddy?"
"AYE SIR!"
Happy took off flying for Lucy's place, and as soon as that happened, everyone jumped into motion. Tables were adorned with white sheets and glimmering candles, the curtains on the stage were drawn and presents were set up behind the red satin drapes. Makarov helped Freed and Mirajane set up streamers and ribbons around the halls and rafters, cleverly hiding the golden star-glitter bombs behind pillars. They worked tirelessly to ensure the beloved Celestial Mage would know she had not been forgotten, that her guild loved her.
"HERE SHE COMES!"
With Bisca's warning, the lights in the guild snapped off as Clara sent her flames to ignite the candles on the tables, painting the guildhall with beautiful golden light. The banner went up silently, and rose petals covered the aisle.
"Come on Lucy, I'm sure he didn't forget. Lets go get some fish at the bar! That always cheer's you right up!"
"Happy, fish makes you cheerful. I'll stick with my milkshakes.."
"Aye sir!"
Lucy giggled and opened the massive guild doors, a gasp escaping her as she saw the decorations and the soft beauty of the guild.
"SURPRISE! HAPPY BIRTHDAY LUCY!"
Tears streamed down her face as the glitter bombs were dropped, accentuating the rose petals on the isle with golden stars. Her heart melted, she was loved, they hadn't forgotten her birthday at all.
Maybe Natsu hadn't either?
"Lucy!"
She turned to the sound of her name, surprised to see said male on the stage. He grinned at her, crooking a finger to tell her to join him onstage. Slowly she made her way toward him, her eyes locked on his and was touched to find they were full of both anticipation, and fear. What was he so worried about? As she walked up the stairs, her hand reached out to accept his, allowing him to pull her toward him. She stared at him in wonder, clearly surprised that he had gone to so much trouble to celebrate her 21st birthday.
"Throughout the years you've been my constant, no matter what happens, your always there for me. You've been my best friend, my confidant and now my lover. And it doesn't matter what I do, I'll never find anything that compares to you. I'll never be able to fully explain to you what you mean to me, what you will always mean to me... But I'll gladly try."
To her astonishment, Natsu sank down on one knee before her.
He wouldn't..
"Lucy Heartfilia..."
He wouldn't..!
"Will you marry me?"
HE DID!
Lucy stared at him in open-mouthed shock, tears dripping down her face. Unable to speak she nodded frantically, her right hand over her mouth. Natsu rose to his feet as the deafening roar of the guild reached their ears, he quickly pulled her into an embrace before her legs could give out, smiling and pressing kisses to her temple.
She sobbed into his shoulder, clutching him to her in exuberant joy. Slowly he pulled away and pulled a ring out of his pocket, gently sliding the silver band onto her finger. She took a moment to admire the ring, noticing the center stone was a glittering fire opal set in an intricate knot. Her heart melted all over again, it must have taken months to find a ring like this, a ring that he knew without a doubt that she would love.
"W-When did you find t-this?"
"I didn't, I had Gajeel and Levy make it for me. That's custom made babe, just like our wedding rings will be."
Lucy looked up at him in open adoration.
"I... I love you, so much."
Natsu chuckled and pulled her back into his embrace, breathing in her vanilla-stardust scent. He could stay like this forever, wrapped up in her embrace, however his guild mates had other ideas. A horde of people jumped up onto the stage and swarmed them, congratulating them on their impending nuptials. Bianca and Clara pulled Lucy into a throng of the other girls, while Natsu was overpowered and yanked into the mass of guys for interrogation.
The mutual feeling of embarrassment and terror only just eclipsed their joy.
Hey guys!
So this is my new story, and I'm certain you'll love it. My OC's are going to stay with the ones I chose. If you don't like it, kindly fuck off. It's not gonna change. Kay?
Love ya!
BlackRose999