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Natsu POV

When Lisanna walked up on that stage I knew that nothing good could come from it. Especially because of how weird she had been acting lately. My heart was literally beating out of my chest as she called up Gajeel and Levy to the stage. I knew that they weren't on the ballot; and I knew exactly what Lisanna was planning to do. She was going to out us on the bet.

I knew I had to think fast, but I knew there would be no way. I tried to convince Lucy to just leave, and Gray and Jellal caught on and did the same; but it didn't work. When the video of levy and Gajeel played, my stomach sank. When Lisanna revealed the bet, it sank even further.

I quickly looked at Lucy. Seeing her shocked and hurt face was something I never wanted to see. I felt even worse knowing I was the person who caused it. I knew I had to say something, so I just started to explain myself hoping she would listen.

I was literally rambling; I could tell by the look on her face that she was tuning me out. Gray was doing the same thing I was. He was pleading with Juvia, touching her, doing everything he could to get her attention. She was completely unresponsive. Juvia of all people. This was very bad.

"Lucy, you don't understand. This wasn't supposed to happen. It was just-"

I was cut off by a very hard slap to the face, and I deserved it. As soon as Lucy and her friends started to make their way to the door I got up to follow them. I couldn't give up that easily. As I was following them, I noticed my friend's right behind me. Hopefully we could get the girls to listen.

When we were all outside of the banquet room, Lucy completely unleashed the storm on all of us. She was right about everything she said about me. I couldn't get a word in edge wise. I was going to lose her tonight, and there was absolutely nothing I could do. I started to thin maybe, when some time goes by, maybe we could be together. Those dreams were crushed as soon as Lisanna made her appearance.

It was great seeing Levy punch her. That bitch really deserved it. As soon as Lisanna revealed the truth about our last… encounter… I knew any hope for a future with Lucy was gone. I should've just told her the truth when I had the chance. Yeah, she would've been mad, but she would've heard it from me. The look on her face was unbearable. I feel so ashamed.

Gray POV

What the hell have I done? It was one thing for Juvia to walk away and not acknowledge me while I was speaking to her… considering what just happened. But this was a real reality check for me. I had convinced myself that I could never lose her. I mean, she had been stalking me since freshman year. That girl was head over heels in love with me. That had always been my advantage…

When Juvia gave me back her promise ring and told me she no longer respected me, I felt so ashamed. How could I do something like this, to someone who has done nothing but love me. Sure, I used to think she was creepy, but no one deserved to be treated this way. To be honest, I never thought this could happen. I thought if Juvia ever found out about the bet, she would be mad for a week or 2 and get over it. Just because she loved me too much.

I was stupid and I was wrong. I didn't even say anything, I just hung my head in shame. I needed to find a way to fix this. Deep down, I know it's too late. She doesn't even respect me. Who could blame her?

Gajeel POV

When I get my hands on Lisanna I am going to kill her. I knew something was fishy when they called my name for king. I would never run for some dumb shit like that. I should've never gone up there. The shrimp and I should've left early like I wanted. This all would've never happened.

I knew the truth would come out eventually, but I didn't want her to be embarrassed like that. Lisanna took this too far. I didn't know what to say to the shrimp, so I just said nothing. I knew an apology wasn't enough.

I had nothing to do with that bitch playing that video; but I knew Levy would never believe me. As soon as Lisanna joined us outside the ball room, I was about to cut into her. Levy beat me to the punch. Literally.

It reminded me of why I like her so much. That realization was short lived when I realized I would probably never have her again. I've never been this torn up over a chick before.

Normal POV

The guys were all torn up. They each just stood there in silence. No one knew what to do or how to handle this situation. All they knew was tis wan bad. Very bad.

Jellal was the first to break the silence. "I knew this was a stupid idea. I should've never agreed to it." He shook his head. He knew it would take a lot Erza to forgive him for this one, if she did at all.

"We know it was stupid. But dwelling over what we should've done isn't gonna fix what we did." Grey said bluntly.

"For once Grey is right." Natsu said causing Grey to scowl. "We need to make this right."

"You heard them salamander. They hate us. We fucked up bad." Gajeel shook his head.

"Well Lucy lives next door. I bet they all went there!"

Jellal shook his head. "I doubt it. If I know Erza, and I do, she probably took them to her house. And if that's the case, wjich I know it is, going over there is the worst thing we could possibly do."

All the guys nodded, agreeing with Jellal. Erza would murder them all on sight no doubt.

"I think we should just go to Natsu's house, give them time to calm down and then call them later and see if they'll see us."

Everyone agreed with Jellal's plan and left the dance to head to Natsu's house. All they could do now was wait and hope for the best.

Lucy POV:

The entire car ride to Erza's house was silent. I couldn't believe this was happening. It's bad enough that they made a bet on us, but Natsu lied right to my face when I asked him about Lisanna. I already knew what he was going to say if I agreed to hear him out. He was going to give me a long speech about how it was only a bet at first and he fell for me along the way and that his feelings for me were real. Blah, blah, blah. I do not have time for bullshit like that. Not after all this.

If Natsu actually cared about me, he would've told me the truth. I get angrier as I think about all the chances I gave that boy to come clean to me about both the bet and Lisanna. He just lied to my face, and he thought he'd just get away with it. I deserve so much more respect than that.

I can't even imagine how Juvia and Levy must be feeling. Gray was the love of her life, and Levy gave herself to Gajeel. She had her most intimate moment exposed to the entire school because of him. Someone that she loved.

It was now about 1:00 in the morning, and we were all sitting around a coffee table in Erza's room, with a movie on no one was watching. Everyone seemed to just be deep in their thoughts. Suddenly Levy burst into tears, gaining the attention of everyone.

"I'm sorry guys." She sobbed while trying to wipe her eyes. "I didn't want to cry in front of them because I didn't want them to see me break. But I'm so upset." Levy took a deep breath. "I feel completely humiliated. What did I ever do to deserve something like that?"

All I could do was look sadly at Levy. What did we do to deserve this? We were minding our own business when they lured us in. We resisted them and they tried even harder until we gave into them; and for what? How could someone go so far out of their way just to hurt another human being? Out of pure boredom at that. I used to think the hashtag "waste her time 2016" was funny. But there's nothing funny about how I feel right now.

Suddenly I felt my own tears streaming down my face. I looked around the room and I saw Juvia did too. I felt so ashamed. I can't believe I'm sitting here crying over this boy who definitely doesn't deserve this much energy from me; but I can't help it. All fronts aside, I really did love him.

"It's okay to let it out girls" Erza said sadly. "Let it all out now, and remain strong in front of them. Don't give them the satisfaction of letting them know they had this much of an effect on you."

We all nodded agreeing. I'm going to be strong and move forward with my life. Who needs Natsu anyways.

"Can we please talk about something else guys?" I wiped my eyes. "This is really bumming me out.

Everyone laughed agreeing with me, but we all knew this subject wouldn't be leaving any of our minds any time soon.

Erza POV

It was about 3 AM now and all the other girls were asleep. We spent the rest of the night laughing and joking, steering clear of the guys subject, but I could see how sad they were in all of their eyes. It's a gift of mine.

I couldn't sleep. My mind was racing a mile a minute out of utter confusion. What would possess Jellal to do something like this? I look at the crying faces of all those girls, knowing my boyfriend was one of the people that helped cause it.

He was a part of something caused this much pain to all of these sweet girls. And for what? This was not the man I felt in love with.

My phone started buzzing and lighting up on my dresser. I quickly walked over to see who it was. Speak of the devil, it was Jellal.

I reluctantly picked up the phone and answered.

"Erza?" Said Jellal, shocked. "I'm surprised you picked up…"

"Me too." I said bluntly. "I'll drive your car to school Monday and then ride home with Lucy. Goodbye now." I quickly hung up the phone. I didn't want to deal with him right now. Not until I was sure about what I was going to do.

Jellal POV

"Erza wait!" I sighed.

"What happened?" Natsu asked.

"She hung up on me." I shook my head. "I should've seen that coming. A few hours was not enough time to cool off."

The guys nodded in agreement.

"I fucking hate Lisanna!" Natsu kicked over a chair.

"I ain't her biggest fan either." Gajeel mumbled.

"Pick up my chair Natsu." I frowned at Natsu. This is still a house, all things aside.

I noticed Grey sitting silently staring off into space. He looked really deep in thought. I wonder what was going through his head.

"I'm so stupid, I'm so stupid, I'm so stupid, I'm so stupid." Grey thought to himself.

"I don't know about you guys, but I'm going to sleep. We aren't going to get anywhere with this tonight. That much is clear."

It was going to be a long sleepless night for everyone.

Normal POV

Monday came to quickly for everyone. The girls wanted nothing but to ignore the guys, why the guys wanted nothing but the chance to talk to them. This was going to be rough.

Lucy, Levy, Juvia, and Erza all arrived to school at the same time and walked into the building. As the girls were walking down the hall, the couldn't help but notice people pointing and whispering about Levy in particular.

Levy continued to walk with her head held high, not letting the negative attention get to her. When the girls got to their lockers, it was time for Erza to part ways with them. He locker was still over by Lisanna's.

"I'll see you guys later" Said Erza, waving to her friends who all mumbled a see you later in response.

When Erza got to her locker, she shocked to see Lisanna at her locker putting books away.

"Hey Erzy!" Lisanna casually greeted, as if nothing had ever happened.

"Shouldn't you be suspended." Erza said bluntly while getting books out of her locker. She didn't even look in Lisanna's direction.

Lisanna was slightly taken aback by Erza's demeanor, but continued to try and speak with her anyways.

"My father pulled some strings." She smiled. He smile however, quickly dropped when Erza did not return it. "W-we should probably get going before we're late."

"I'm not walking to class with you Lisanna. And I'm not sitting with you either."

"Wait, what?" Lisanna slowly closed her locker. "Why not?"

Erza looked at a Lisanna with an expression that could kill. In all their friendship, Erza had never looked at Lisanna that way.
"Are you kidding me Lisanna? Do you really think I would still be your friend after what you did?" Erza began to walk away but Lisanna followed her.

"But that was all in good fun!"

Erza stopped dead in her tracks when she heard this comment. "Are you kidding." She turned to face Lisanna. "How would you feel if someone did to you what you did to Levy? To you guys it was a game, but to them, you were playing with their lives! Causing them pain for sport. That's cruel Lisanna. I want nothing to do with you."

"That bitch Levy punched me in the face! She isn't so innocent in this!"

"YOU DESERVED IT LISANNA! I have half a mind to punch you in the face too!"

Lisanna folded her arms in frustration. "I'm your BEST FRIEND Erza! I've known you way longer than you've known them. How could you choose their side?!"

Erza sighed. "It's not about choosing their side; it's about choosing what's right. And you are wrong Lisanna. You need to realize that. And you need to grow up." With that, Erza walked away leaving Lisanna standing there.

For the first time since her incident with Jellal, Lisanna felt guilty. She knew deep down Erza was right. She was a terrible person.

Erza sped walk down the hallway tossing Jellal's keys at him in the procees, which he caught.

"Erza wait!" Jellal said, running to catch up with her.

Erza simply ignored him and kept walking.

Lunch came quickly and all the girls sat at a new table in the corner of the lunch room. All the guys were at their original table.

"So guys… Any luck with the girls?" Natsu asked his friends.

"Nope"

"Nope"

"None"

Natsu sighed. "I haven't even tried." Natsu sadly poked at his food. "If I could just get her to talk to me-"

"Give it a rest Natsu." Lisanna said, joining the guys at the table. "It's over for you two. But things are better this way. Erza will come around too."

Everyone stared at Lisanna in silence.

"Okay. I'll be the one to say it." Said Grey. "Get the hell out of here Lisanna."

"Excuse me?!" Lisanna said shocked. "This bet was just as much you guys as it was me. Don't act like you're all better than me just because you want those losers back!"

"Exposing Levy and Gajeel having sex was not a part of the fucking plan Lisanna!" Natsu snapped. "And we called the bet off. You had no right to do what you did!"

Lisanna frowned. "I did it for US Natsu!"

"THERE IS NO US LISANNA!" Natsu bursts, causing the lunch room to look in their direction. "I want LUCY and because of you I will probably never have her again!"

"What we did was bad… but what you did was just foul." Said Grey.

"Will you all just shut up?! FINE. Whatever. I don't need ANY of you. Good luck keeping your secret safe Jellal." She whispered the last part so only the guys could hear. With that, Lisanna stormed away.

"What the hell is she talking about?" Natsu asked.

"Nothing. Forget her." Jellal frowned.

At the girls table they witnessed the whole scene. They went back to quietly eating their lunches.

"Who cares." Lucy said. "If he really cared he would've told me. So whatever." Lucy went back to eating her lunch with a lot on her mind.

Lisanna POV

I stormed out of the lunch room angrier than ever. I was bluffing about what I said to Jellal. If Erza knew what I did, all hope of our friendship would be gone forever. Jellal didn't need to know that though. I just wanted to strike some fear into him.

I know I royally fucked up, but they're no better than me. Who am I kidding… I'm way worse than them. They wanted to stop this, I kept it going. Now I'm friendless and I have no idea how I'm going to make this right. I need to change and win Erza back as a friend… I need to apologize.

A/N: Sorry this chapter is so short! The next one will be longer I promise. I hope you guys liked this chapter. Thank you so much for reading!