Disclaimer: Fairy tail is owned by Hiro Mashima and its respective companies, I do not own anything except my OCs

Chapter 9

Next Day

Fairy Tail Guild Hall

After returning to the Guild Hall everyone decided to relax a bit and would think about what happened later.

As the sound of laughter and cheers echoed across the hall Shawn decided to wait until Erza appeared and would deal with the problem as they go.

He was sitting next to Natsu while Lucy and Happy were a few feet away, Shawn turned his head and saw Macao asks for three more beers.

"So when are you and I gonna go on a date Mira?'' asked a man with a pipe in is mouth emitting pink smoke in the shape of hearts at Mira. He was average in height, ha brown hair kept into a pompadour- like hairstyle protruding forward. His eyes were either closed or semi closed most of the time, wearing a light green shirt with dark colored flowers on them. He also had a pair of pants cut down below his knees and sandals held by strapped bands.

Wakaba Mine

Smoke Magic User and Flirting/Cheating Husband

"Would you leave her alone'' said the girl across from him. She had pale lavender hair in a bowl cut-like style with two bans framing her face and forehead as well as simple oval lens glasses. Wearing a light-colored coat reaching to her waist with dark cuffs retaining the original color in the back edges. A dark cravat tie around the collar, tight fitting-pants inside light-colored boots with dark soles, and light colored gloves. There was also a small dark satchel adorned with a pair of small hearts hanging on her right hip, seemingly attached to her waist.

Laki Olietta

Wood Maker Mage and Sadistic Fanatic

Mirajane just kept on smiling before saying "Wakaba, there's one small problem'' as a magic circle appeared and her face transformed into a different woman.

"You already have a wife'' she answered though her face changed her voice stayed the same

"I hate it when you do that, it's so creepy'' complained Wakaba as he jumped right out of his seat.

Shawn on the other hand found it amusing to see that.

"I guess we should try to find another job'' says Natsu as he laid his head on the table.

"Aye, were running out of food money'' says Happy before eating his fish on top of the table.

"If we had taken that two million Jewel reward we'd be kicking it easy'' said Lucy before she reminded herself that rent is due next week.

"I guess I better find work too'' as she decided her next move.

"Yeah, I wouldn't want my landlord breathing down my neck'' though luckily for Shawn, compared to Lucy his landlord was a little more flexible, most likely because he paid up front first that he had a favourable impression of Shawn.

"I wouldn't worry, I get the feeling something interesting will happen soon'' mumbled Shawn before drinking some of the fruit drink he ordered from Mira earlier, they were surprisingly good, since he arrived he's been ordering at least once or twice a day, almost like he was getting his morning coffee.

"Come on Lucy, let's see what the request board has to offer'' as he got up he finished his drink before heading on over.

"Oh, sure'' she replied happily before walking behind him.

"Natsu, you're welcome to join us whenever you want'' as he turned his head to let Natsu know, getting a wave of his hand in response.

Soon they arrived at the request board, Shawn and Lucy both saw Nab in front as usual before he moved to the side for them in consideration.

Lucy stares at the request board "Hmm, finding a magic bracelet, breaking a spell on a cursed cane, reading someone's love horoscope, hunting a volcano demon''

"That last one sounds right up our alley'' says Shawn as he stretched out towards the poster.

Slap!

Lucy had swatted his hand down "NO WAY, I DON'T WANNA DIE YET'' she yelled at him though Shawn covered his ears in time.

As she stared at him in anger for a moment before looking back and said "Geez, I had no idea wizarding jobs were so varied'' as she placed her hand on her hip and the other under her chin as she thought about the various jobs posted here.

Mirajane walked by and let them know if they find any jobs they want to come to her as Makarov is out for the Guild Master Conference, she then asks Reedus for a Light Pen as she draws and explains to Lucy and Shawn how Era is the most powerful organization in the magical world just below the Government. Composed of ten members known as the Ten Wizard Saints to uphold the rules and regulations, if a wizard breaks magical law then they would be tried and charged by the Council.

Then the Guild Master Leagues composed of the Guild Masters from the local Guilds, there job is to pass on the decrees from the Magic Council and communicate with other Guilds regularly.

Though Shawn wasn't paying much attention and just acted like he was with a glazed expression.

"Jellal and Ultear should be at the Council and also preparing for The Tower of Heaven, when that happens I'll be ready for them'' as he thought of ways to improve the situation, at least compared to if he didn't know or in the event Distortions appear, as they say 'better to be safe than sorry'.

"Wow, I never realized that all the magical guilds were interconnected like that'' says Lucy in amazement.

"It's important that we cooperate with one another, otherwise our system would fall apart'' as Mirajane finished explaining

"AND THEN THE GUYS IN BLACK WOULD SHOW UP!'' says Natsu as he lights a fire and made a scary face.

"AHHHH!'' screamed Lucy as she hid again behind Shawn, at this point he had gotten use to being Lucy's shield, though it didn't come without benefits as she pressed her breasts behind his back.

BONK!

"That's enough messing around Natsu, although you do have a point'' said Shawn as he landed his fist on Natsu's head with steam emitting from it and a huge bump inflating.

"Right… sorry'' as he realized he shouldn't scare Lucy right in front of him, having learned his lesson the hard way.

"It's almost like he's a male version of Erza'' thought Natsu, though he wasn't that much of an idiot to say it out loud.

"You trying to scare me to death?'' said Lucy as she came out and had a hand in front of her chest trying to calm down, though a small tinge of pink was on her cheeks too.

"But seriously Shawn and Natsu are right, the guys their talking about exist, they're the Dark Guilds, they've chosen not to join any of the Leagues, they're the bad apples and most are involved with magical crime'' as Mirajane was speaking Lucy sighed in amazement for their boldness.

Natsu had a smile plastered on his face and his arms behind his back and complained saying to pick a job already, as Lucy looked at him in anger.

"You've got to be kidding me, what makes you think I'd want to do that?'' she asks while glaring at him.

Natsu unaffected replies "Well we are a team you now aren't we?'' innocently.

"Yeah and we picked the job last time, it's your turn to pick, so get to it'' says Happy in a tone that implies it's only natural.

Of course this didn't work with Lucy as she reminded them of what happened on their last job when they needed her for being a blonde.

"Don't be ridiculous, that's not the only reason we chose you, we picked you because your so nice'' as he gave her his trademark smile.

"Then what does that make me?'' said Shawn casually.

""The Leader"" answered Natsu and Happy naturally, but there answer left Shawn completely shocked that he almost fell face first to the floor because of them.

"Why me?'' he said immediately wondering what was going through their heads right now.

"Well you handled that last job so easily'' explained Natsu as he thought back to how Shawn took control of the situation

"Plus it's like you're a few steps ahead of us'' as Happy thought back to how Shawn could tell when enemies were coming from both the mansion and the surprise attack from yesterday on Happy.

"They're right you know, despite everything that happened you were definitely the most level headed out of everyone else'' said Lucy agreeing with them, especially in regard to keeping her safe, other than his teasing he was pretty much the most normal person in the group besides her.

"I can vouch for that'' as they saw Gray across from them as he held his hand up showing his support "After what I saw I can tell you have what it takes to lead a group, even I didn't mind following your lead'' giving his approval of Shawn's leadership and character.

What about Shawn?

"What the hell? I just knew what was gonna happen, yet they mistook it for that?'' he screamed in his head.

It was true, because he knew what was gonna happen Shawn didn't need to worry or panic unlike most people would if they didn't. This was simply all a huge misunderstanding, and it's not unlike he can correct their views if he told them, would they even believe it?

Shawn didn't reply to them right away as he just realized something about this little arrangement.

"Actually they might just... but I don't want to risk things getting too out of hand, so it's best if I just go along with this, at least this way they'll listen to me more and be able to avoid some trouble because of their unpredictability'' as he finished thinking things through he looked at them.

"Fine, but you guys have to listen to me, understand Natsu?'' as he stared at him specifically.

"Alright, then count me in'' agreed Lucy without issue and relief as well "as long as Shawn's here then I don't mind… wait, WHAT AM I THINKING'' as a blush creeped up on her face before quickly turning around, not wanting anyone to see the look on her face.

"Why me?'' said Natsu with anger wondering why Shawn singled him out?

"Aye'' said Happy without a problem.

As it was decided Gray looked at Lucy "Hey Lucy, I wouldn't stay with those losers (Natsu & Happy) if I were you, you'll get plenty of offers from other teams''

Cana was next to him and reminded him that he didn't have any clothes on.

"Jerk'' said Natsu, provoking the anger of Gray

"Did you just call me a jerk Dragon Boy?'' as he butted heads with Natsu in an instant.

"And what if I did, what are you gonna do about it?'' as Natsu countered and a vein popping on his forehead before they started arguing again.

"Looks like they're at it again'' spoke Happy as usual without a care.

"Let them, if I stop them everytime then it'll just bottle up and become an even bigger pain later'' remarked Shawn as he was getting use to the sight.

"This is exactly what we're talking about'' said Lucy by how Shawn decided the best course of action.

"I'm just digging the hole deeper aren't I?"

"Why don't you join the Team of Love Lucy later tonight, just the two of us?'' as Loke appeared out of nowhere trying to seduce Lucy again.

Lucy on the other hand was uncomfortable by Loke's close contact but still replied politely…

"The what?''

More like confused.

"You're just so stunningly gorgeous, I have to keep my shades on when I look at you, or I'll be blinded by your dazzling beauty'' as he adjusted his glasses.

Lucy didn't seemed the least bit charmed by him and more towards disgusted "girls really fall for this?'' before her keys started moving on her belt.

Loke immediately freaked out and retreated several steps "you're not a Celestial Wizard are you?'' his voice filled with panic.

"Huh?'' was all she said as she put a hand on her hip.

Happy answered instead as he said she summoned cows, crabs, and fish.

Shawn walked next to her and showed him his keys as well "Do you have a problem with Celestial Wizards?'' he asked politely considering he knows Loke's past.

As Loke laid eyes on Shawn's keys shock appeared on his face and his whole body was shaking too, as he muttered something under his breath, it seemed like he wasn't feeling well...

"AHHH, CURSE YOU FATE WHY MUST YOU TOY WITH ME SO?''

Or not

"I'm sorry but you and I can't be together my dear'' before running away with tears in his eyes.

"What got into him all of a sudden?'' asked Lucy casually while Shawn didn't seem bothered by it.

"Loke has a bad history with Celestial Wizards, rumor has it he dated one and it didn't end out very well'' said Mira with a smile on her face. she loved to gossip

"You don't know the half of it Mira'' as Shawn thought about Loke's past.

"Well I'm not surprised he…'' as Lucy spoke before something approached her.

"Woahh'' as Natsu came in he almost crashed into Lucy but was pulled aside by Shawn at the last moment while Natsu crashed onto the floor.

"Pay more attention next time okay'' said Shawn as he let go of Lucy's hand and looked at Natsu.

"Um... thanks, I will" said Lucy just a bit surprised but still gave her gratitude.

"That looked painful'' commented Mira

"Would the two of you just knock it off already?'' yelled Lucy as she was almost a casualty in their fight.

"Natsu started it, I'm just following it through'' defended Gray

"Where are your clothes?'' reminded Cana again before taking another sip of her drink as Gray panicked again in realization.

As they looked at Natsu he quickly picked himself up and said with anger "you're the one who was provoking me, you dirty slimeball''

"Oh yeah, and what exactly did I do to provoke you? You fire clown'' refuted Gray while Cana was downing an entire barrel of alcohol like it was water.

"It still amazes me how she can drink that much and not pass out… or drop dead'' as he looked at her more than the two morons right in front of him.

"Lame insults guys'' commented Lucy

"They start to run out'' said Happy as he's probably seen them fight more times than he can count while they were growing up.

Everyone else in the guild just laughed at their quarrel as it happened on an almost daily basis.

Even Shawn chuckled at how this will happen everyday from now on "But I wouldn't have it any other way'' as he looked on them with fondness.

Though that didn't last long…

BAAAMM!

"We've got bad news''

As the door swung open revealing Loke who had just left the guild a moment ago.

Everyone stopped what they were doing while Shawn thought "it's about time''

Though what he said next shocked everyone except Shawn and Lucy

"It's Erza, she's on her way here''

Immediately the rest of the guild were in a panic and the looks of fear appeared on Natsu and Gray.

"Wow, just mention Erza and the whole place freaks out'' as Lucy spoke and looked at the guild's reaction.

Mira still kept her smile and didn't seem worried "well she is the strongest female wizard we got in Fairy Tail and more than a bit intimidating''

TAP! Clang!

TAP! Clang!

TAP! Clang!

As everyone heard loud footsteps and something like metal clashing against one another outside the guild hall.

"That's got to be her''

"Those sound like her footsteps''

"Even the air's gone completely still''

As Laki, Wakaba, and Macao made their piece the footsteps grew louder.

"Geez, from these reactions you'd think she was some kind of demon or something'' as Lucy let her imagination run wild and stood next to Shawn as her curiosity overwhelmed her fear.

Shawn himself was wondering what it would be like to see her in person compared to in the show.

Immediately after a figure walked in holding something over three times the size of their bodies before settling it down on the floor causing a minor tremor.

Standing next to it was the person everyone waited to see.

She was a young woman with long, flowing scarlet hair and brown eyes. She also had a slender and voluptuous figure that was perfect in every aspect possible. She was wearing her custom-made Heart Kreuz armor, a blue skirt, black boots,diamond shaped silver earrings, and her Blue Fairy Tail guild mark on her left arm.

Shawn himself couldn't believe how beautiful she was in person compared to seeing in pictures or in the anime. Just like the first time he saw Lucy she made him speechless both in her beauty and her aura alike.

There wasn't a blemish or anything like that on her, her skin was absolutely perfect, just like Lucy's or the other girls of Fairy Tail.

If he had to put everything about her into one sentence, it would definitely be...

"She's… stunning, both in looks and presence'' was the best description Shawn could think of.

Erza Scarlet

S-Class Mage and Strongest Female Wizard in Fairy Tail History

"I have returned, where is Master Makarov?'' while Shawn and Lucy were sitting in the bar "Even her voice sounds the same… wait, I shouldn't be surprised, everyone's voice sounded exactly the same in the anime'' as he quickly shoved those useless thoughts out of his mind while shaking his head and regained some focus, if it wasn't for him being prepared beforehand he might not have recovered so quickly.

"Wow, she's pretty'' said Lucy as a tinge of pink appeared at seeing her beauty for the first time.

Luckily for Shawn, Lucy was also stunned by her and didn't see the stupid look on Shawn's face,otherwise... there would be hell to pay.

Mira was quite used to this scenario and she was the first to greet her "Welcome back Erza, the Master's at a conference right now''

"I see'' as she nodded in understanding.

"So what's that humongous thing you got their?'' asked one of the guild members.

"It's the horn of a monster that I defeated, the locals were so thankful they decorated and gave it to me as a souvenir, do you have a problem with it?'' she first spoke normally before a slightly threatening tone appeared at the end causing them to lift their hands in surrender saying they didn't have any issues.

"I bet she's heard about what happened at Mt. Hakobe'' Cana commented while drinking from her barrel.

"You think so? Oh man I'm a goner'' as worry appeared on Macao's face

"She's not anything like I imagined'' said Lucy and Shawn thought "don't worry Lucy, you'll see soon enough''

Soon her eyes toward the rest of the guild as she put her hands on her hips

"Listen Up!'' as she raised her voice while everyone else tensed up "While I was on the road I heard a few things, word is Fairy Tail is causing nothing but trouble as of late''

"Master Makarov may not care, but I most certainly do'' as she turned her head towards Cana

"Cana, you need to start controlling your drinking'' causing Cana to stop drinking immediately.

"Vijeeter, please take the dancing outside. Wakaba, get rid of that filthy habit. Nab, I suspected I would find you dawdling in front of the request board, just pick a job!'' before turning her head towards Macao.

"Macao!'' as she looked at him for a moment before simply sighing.

"Please just say something'' as Macao panicked a bit.

As she held her head like she was having a headache "I don't even know where to begin with you? You caused so much trouble I've almost given up''

"She's really tearing in to everyone, it's like she's taking over'' as Lucy whispered to Mira and Shawn.

"That's Erza for ya'' replied Happy as usual

"She's just more strict that's all, I don't think it's necessarily a bad thing, plus she's only concerned for their well being, at least that's what I think'' says Shawn.

"Even if she is kinda bossy, other than Shawn she's still saner than anyone else here, I don't understand why everyone so afraid of her?'' as Lucy questioned the things she heard.

Shawn wasn't convinced and said "Just keep watching Lucy, I think we'll see the reason soon enough''

"Are Natsu and Gray here'' said Erza after finishing her little lecture.

"Aye''

She saw Natsu and Grey actually shaking hands and acting like they are best friends but were covered in cold sweat in fear scaring Lucy when Natsu said `Aye' in place of Happy while Shawn smiled at their routine that looked like it was rehearsed minutes before the show starts.

"That's great, I'm quite pleased to see the two of you getting along so well, however, it's only natural for even the best of friends to lock horns every now and again'' as she looked at them with a smile, probably for the first time since she returned.

"I don't know if were the best of friends'' answered Gray more calmly.

"Aye'' was the only word coming out of Natsu right now.

"What's gotten into Natsu?'' asked Lucy in terror.

Mirajane answered "He's scared, a few years ago he challenged Erza to a fight and she beat him up pretty bad'' as she drew a picture of Erza kicking the living crap out of Natsu using the Light Pen.

"After that she found Gray walking around naked so she decided to beat him up too''

"And let's not forget she also beat up Loke for trying to hit on her, he totally deserved it though''

"Sounds about right'' as Shawn nodded in understanding from Macao and Cana's narration, though he knew that already.

"Yeah, can't say I blame her'' as Lucy agreed with them on everything, especially Loke.

After that Erza brought up something "Natsu, Gray, I need you to do me a favor'' which surprised the two.

"While travelling I overheard something that has me worried, normally I would consult with the Master before acting but he's not here and this is a matter of utmost importance. The two of you are the strongest wizards here, I could really use your help''

Everyone else was in shock because it's unusual for her to ask for help when she can usually take care of herself.

"We'll meet at the train station tomorrow morning'' as she finished Gray and Natsu were wondering why should they team up with each other.

"Erza, Natsu, and Gray working together? I never saw that one coming, this could be the most powerful team Fairy Tail's ever seen'' said Mira as she looked at them with a serious face.

"I know your just pulling our leg Mira, but I don't buy it'' Shawn knew that there were still more powerful wizards who could form the strongest team.


The Following Morning

Magnolia Station

Shawn was sitting on the bench with a small shoulder bag like Gray's along with his twin swords on either side, with Happy next to him eating a fish and Lucy was holding Plue at the end of the bench. After Mira asked them both to tag along to keep Natsu and Gray from fighting, though right now…

"Ahhh, I hate this teaming up with you is the worst idea ever'' said Natsu with veins popping out on his forehead like the other day.

"Yeah tell me about it, Erza made a huge mistake asking a loser like you to come along'' said an infuriated Gray.

Both of them had already started butting heads by the time they arrived, so there was nothing they could do.

"Let's just sit here and pretend we don't know them'' said Lucy as she was afraid someone would associate them with those idiots.

"Though you aren't doing a very good job'' said Happy eating and talking.

"They're hopeless'' declared Lucy

"Happy, if you don't stop talking with your mouth full I'll take that fish away from you'' as Shawn stared at Happy before he was frightened and just munched on it quietly.

A few moments later "Sorry I'm late, have you been waiting long?'' causing them both to stop arguing and started shivering.

"No, not really'' Lucy spoke first as she smiled before it turned into one of shock.

Shawn looks to his right and saw Erza pulling a huge cart around what he assumed were at least fifteen huge suitcases piled on top of one another.

"All those belong to you?'' as Lucy's jaw dropped and her eyes popped out, the Idiot Duo (Natsu & Gray) on the other hand were acting like they were best friends again and Shawn simply looked at them with a poker face.

Lucy then told them that one Happy was more than enough.

"Good, I really love to see the two of you getting along'' before turning her attention to Shawn and Lucy "and what were your names? I believe I saw you two at the guild yesterday''

"My name's Lucy and I just joined Fairy Tail, Mira asked me to come along with you guys so I can learn a thing or two, I hope that's okay with you?''

"My name is Shawn Chambers, I joined at the same time as her. Just like Lucy, Mira asked as well but to help keep those two in check, at least the best I can, looking forward to working with you'' said Shawn as he smiled and greeted her politely.

"The more the merrier , I'm Erza... wait, your the pair I heard about.'' as she looked towards Shawn "I was told you defeated a mercenary gorilla using only your pinky finger, it'll be great to have a wizard like you onboard, thanks for your help '' as she turned to Lucy "And I heard you summon various monsters to do battle at your beck and call, it's nice to have you coming along as well''

"It was more like a fist than a finger, soooo try not to believe everything you hear, I'll let my magic to do the talking for me'' said Shawn surprising Erza but only for a second before nodding her head in satisfaction.

"Great another Distortion appeared, instead of it being said to Lucy the target changed to me'' as Shawn remembered clearly how this was supposed to play out, though given it was a minor thing he quickly moved on and saw Lucy in fright from what people were saying about her.

"Oh no, it's my pleasure'' while Lucy didn't have the courage to tell her the truth like Shawn did, which is probably why she was surprised, after all it's not everyday she's been corrected for a mistake (mainly due to everyone being afraid of her).

Luckily someone threw her a life preserver.

"Hey Erza, I'll come with you but only on one condition''

"Shut up'' said another voice

That someone being both Natsu and Gray

"Oh? Then let's hear it''

As she turned her head towards them Natsu speaked up "I want a rematch when we get back to Fairy Tail'' as he tightened his fist in anticipation while surprising Lucy, Happy, and Shawn merely went "ohh!'' but other than the smile on his face it seemed like he wasn't surprised.

"What's wrong with you? You got some kind of death wish?'' even Gray was startled when he found a little earlier and still hasn't calmed down from it.

Natsu declared that he was stronger since last they fought and declared she was gonna beat him this time around. Erza could tell he had improved and decided to accept his challenge making Natsu all fired up (literally in this case) before they headed out.


A Few Minutes Later

Inside the Train

Natsu was struggling to deal with motion sickness while everyone watched him

"I swear you're totally pathetic Natsu, one minute you're picking a fight then the next your like this'' said Gray as he looked out the window with Happy sitting next to him halfway through his fish.

"I can't blame him though, all Dragon Slayers go through this, no exception so far'' said Shawn as he was sitting in the chairs next to them.

"What do you mean?'' asked Lucy curiously as everyone else turned to look at him.

"I researched quite a bit about Dragon Slayer Magic a couple years back since it was interesting. Apparently their dragon like senses overload their semicircular canals which by the way are the bones in the inner ear. They're responsible for providing information about orientation (relative position of oneself) to the brain in order to help maintain balance. As a result it creates something similar to vertigo, hence the motion sickness'' as he finished they started clapping except for Natsu while Happy still ate his fish.

"I'm impressed you know so much Shawn'' praised Erza.

"After seeing Natsu's condition at Mt. Hakobe I remembered when I saw it while reading'' as he stared at Natsu.

"It's gotta be tough on him getting from place to place'' as Lucy looked at him in pity.

"Don't worry he'll be fine, come here and sit with me'' said Erza while smiling though Natsu could only reply with a weak `Aye'

As Lucy moved over to Gray's side Happy sat on the window leaving Lucy and Gray sitting right next to each other.

Natsu was in Erza's grasp as she said "Now just relax'' "Aye''

BAM!

Natsu was hit by Erza in the gut causing him to pass out on her lap "there, that should make the trip a little easier on him.

"Okay, maybe she's not as sane as I thought she was'' thought Lucy

"Still funny, every time'' on the other hand Shawn looked at Natsu as he smiled at his condition.

"Erza, I think it's about time you started filling us in, I mean what kind of mission are we going on here?'' Gray was the first to speak up about the issue

"Of course, I have reason to believe the Dark Guild Eisenwald is planning something big, I'm not sure what exactly but it has to do with a magical item called Lullaby?''

""Lullaby?"" replied Gray and Happy in surprise.

"Wait? That thing from before?'' said Lucy

"This means that somehow those guys are connected with Eisenwald'' said Shawn while Erza's face was first of surprise before turning into a serious expression.

"Here's what happened, about two days ago we ran into a few thugs trying to make a meal of Happy here, of course we put them in their place. One of the them said Lullaby but before we could get more out of them someone came and took them away, we've been stumped over it ever since'' as Shawn summarized the events from yesterday for convenience.

"I see, so you've run into the Eisenwald Guild before'' as she folded her arms Erza in understanding.

"Well I'm not positive they were part of Eisenwald, but they did mention Lullaby'' explained Gray

"It sounds like they were members who dropped out of the guild and gone into hiding, perhaps they wanted no part of whatever it is that's coming'' deducted Erza.

"Probably, but if this thing is so bad that dark wizards fear it, I can only imagine what this Lullaby is capable of'' said Shawn though he knows what it's capable of, Death Magic is casted and anyone who hears Lullaby being played will fall into an eternal slumber.

"I'm only hypothesizing, but whoever you saw dragging off Happy's kidnappers that day must have been from Eisenwald, it's obvious they didn't want their plans getting out''

"What do you think they're gonna try?'' asked Lucy a bit concerned.

"Let me start from the beginning, just the other day I was heading home after completing a job, I stopped by a pub in Onibus that I knew was a gathering spot for local wizards…''

Soon Erza explained the whole story as she heard a group of wizards talking about Lullaby but couldn't get to it due to a seal blocking it, before they headed back they mentioned someone by the name of Kage would be back in three days with Lullaby in hand for their boss named Erigor.

As she finished Lucy thought it was a song you sing kids to sleep with, though obviously that wasn't the case this time.

"And the fact that it had been sealed away means that it must have been very powerful magic'' said Erza.

"Are you sure the guys you saw at the pub were with Eisenwald?'' asked Gray to confirm it.

"They definitely are, and the fact that they mentioned Erigor the Reaper by name is more than enough to prove it'' said Shawn as he put his arm at the top of Lucy's seat to lean on.

"Erigor the Reaper?'' said Lucy frightened by the name.

"So you realized as well?'' asked Erza

"As soon as you said Erigor, there was only one I could think of''

"Yes, I can't believe I was such a fool that day, I didn't recognize his name. Erigor, the ace of Eisenwald, he only accepts assassination requests, which is why he's earned the name Erigor the Reaper''

"He kills for money?'' Lucy was shocked to hear people would do that.

Then she explains that when the Council outlawed assassination requests they thought money was worth it more and continue to be active to this day even after having their rights revoked.

"Okay, I should be heading back home now'' said Lucy as she sweated in fright and hugged Plue tighter causing him to secrete blue slime like sweat, though he's not exactly sure what it is.

"What the hell is Plue anyway?'' thought Shawn as he was more interested in Plue than the conversation they were having.

"Lucy's slimy all of a sudden'' said Happy with a smile

"It's sweat'' replied Lucy denying it.

Erza smacked her fist against Natsu's head forgetting the fact that he was unconscious "How could I have been so careless? If only I had recognized Erigor's name that day I could have pulverized them, I could have forced them to reveal their scheme to me'' and scared Lucy again as Shawn just stared at Plue in fascination.

"So if I got this, Eisenwald's planning to do something with this Lullaby and you want to stop them, because after what you overheard your sure that it's going to be something bad'' said Gray as he summarized everything.

"Yeah, you can trust a dark guild to be up to nothing good'' while looking up Shawn said to Erza

"That's correct, and I'm not foolish enough to believe that I can take on an entire magical guild all by myself, that's why I asked you and Natsu for your help, were storming the Eisenwald guild''

"Sounds like fun to me'' said Gray

"Aye''

"It'll be interesting if nothing else, so count me in too'' agreed Shawn

Lucy on the other hand was sweating more and hugging Plue even tighter making him look deflated as more blue slime came out of him "I shouldn't have come along'' she says in terror

"Eww, now you're super slimy'' commented Happy again.

"I told you it's sweat!'' says Lucy before beginning to pull on Happy's cheeks in anger.

Soon they made a stop at the next station where Lucy negotiated with one of the people there selling sandwiches and other foods before moving on ahead, Plue was eating a carrot, Happy was eating a fish, Erza was eating a strawberry cake which Shawn knew was her favorite food, and Shawn was eating a turkey sandwich.

"If you don't mind, what kind of magic do you practice Erza?'' Lucy asked "That's a good question'' said Erza.

"Erza's magic is really pretty, she makes her enemies bleed… a lot'' said Happy while smiling

"I don't know if I'd call that pretty'' Lucy said with worry on her face.

"Personally I think Gray's magic is much more beautiful than mine'' as she disagreed with Happy's comment.

Gray heard and put his his hands together with his right hand forming a fist and his left in an open palm, before focusing as a blue magic circle briefly appeared before his hands released cold air, as he opened his palm it was an ice sculpture of Fairy Tail's guild emblem.

"I use Ice Magic'' he said as he passed it onto Lucy who was in awe, then she gave it to Shawn and was impressed at how detailed it was.

Lucy eyes opened up as she came to a realization "Now I understand why you and Natsu don't get along, he's fire and your ice, talk about not mixing very well''

"I never thought about that'' said Erza as she understood

"Nah I just hate his guts'' admitted Gray

"That makes a lot more sense'' believed Shawn without question

As they finished Shawn looked out the window and saw Onibas closing in.


Onibas Station

"So I'm back in Onibas'' commented Shawn as he looked around the station where just outside was the town.

"Have you been here before Shawn?'' asked Erza

"Just once, it was on my way to Hargeon, I just stopped by to get supplies, so I didn't stay here for long'' replied Shawn as he looked around.

"Where were you planning on going?'' asked Gray.

"Nowhere in particular, I was just travelling around until I met Lucy and Natsu, since then I've been going to all sorts of places'' as he thought back to the nearby cities he went to, he didn't stop by Magnolia since he wanted to see for the first time with Natsu, Lucy, and Happy.

"Though it feels like I'm forgetting something'' said Shawn as he held his chin trying to remember.

"Well regardless, we should focus on finding Eisenwald first'' as Erza pulled her massive cart of luggage "you think the Eisenwald guys are still gonna be in this town?'' asked Gray

"I have no idea, that's what we're here to find out"

"I'm still thinking I should go home'' said Lucy still having second thoughts.

"Hold on, where's Natsu?'' asked Happy only to see the train off with Natsu still on bored.

"Uh oh, there he goes'' as Happy waves him off, Lucy turned pale, and Gray looked shocked.

"I was wondering what I forgot, it turned to be Natsu's moans of agony'' said Shawn as he scratched his head in embarrassment.

"I was so busy talking I forgot about him'' as she balled up her fist "I am such a fool, Natsu hates all forms of transportation, this is all my fault, I need one of you to come and hit me for my penance'' said Erza racked with guilt.

"That's a little much'' as Lucy tried to calm her down.

"I'll do it''

"Shawn!'' as he raised his hand Lucy panicked.

"If it'll make her feel less guilty, then that's what I'll do, don't try to stop me Lucy'' as he walked up and stood in front of Erza.

"You ready?''

"Yes'' as she closed her eyes as she waited for it.

...

...

...

Flick!

...

...

"Huh?'' as she opened her eyes as she put a hand to her forehead. It was a simple forehead flick, it didn't even feel painful.

"Idiot,instead of saying things like that, you should focus that energy on making up for your mistakes, so how about we go after Natsu? Then you can apologize to him in person if your that hung up about it'' as he smiled like he always does.

Erza on the other hand blushed in embarrassment "r-right, my apologies'' as she was unexpectedly scolded like a child, but as Shawn nodded in satisfaction and turned around she couldn't help but think "He reminds me of him, before...'' as Erza seemed to be lost in thought for a few seconds, before looking back at him.

"Now then, how are we gonna catch up to him?'' as he pretended to be in deep thought.

"I believe I may have a solution'' as he turned back to see Erza returning to normal.


"What do you think you're doing lady? You can't pull the emergency lever without permission'' says one of the station's staff.

"It's for our comrade, please understand'' said Erza as she still had her hand on the lever.

"Are you kidding me?'' says the staff member in disbelief.

"Now I would like you to take our luggage to the hotel'' she says with a straight face.

"Do I look like a bellhop?''

"I'm starting to realize that all the wizards in Fairy Tail guild are just a little insane'' says Lucy with a slightly bitter face.

"Well, not all of us'' defended Gray

"OH YEAH, WHERE ARE YOUR CLOTHES?'' retorded Lucy forcefully.

As Shawn laid a hand on her shoulder "don't stress over it Lucy, it won't do you any good''

As she looked at Erza still speaking with the conductor she helplessly sighed "you're right, guess I'll just have to put up with it''

"That's the spirit, now let's go and get Natsu''

"Right!'' she said pumping herself up.

"Guess we got no choice but to go after that motion sick idiot'' said Gray though Shawn could tell he had a slightly guilty expression on him.


A Few Minutes Later

Outskirts of Onibas

A magic mobile was running through the road at high speeds.

After having their bags delivered (with a little incentive on Shawn and Erza's part) they rented a magic mobile in order to chase after Natsu.

Erza was the one driving it, Gray was hanging on top of it, while Shawn and Lucy were inside but were sticking their heads out the windows.

"Natsu!'' yelled Lucy as they closed in on the train from the side.

Immediately after calling out Natsu came crashing out one of the windows and collided head on with Gray.

Erza skidded the car to a stop and asked if he was alright and replied with `Aye' with difficulty.

"I almost feel sorry for them'' as Shawn laughed at their injuries, a moment later they got back up.

"Don't laugh at their pain, it's rude'' retorted Lucy though that didn't stop them.

"That hurt you idiot'' said Gray in anger

"Shut up you icy freak, how come you guys left me on the train?'' counters Natsu

"I'm just thankful you weren't badly injured, I apologize Natsu'' before Erza grabbed his head and smashed against her armor with force, injuring the poor boy.

"Note to self, make sure to reinforce my head if she winds up doing that to me'' as he made a reminder to himself in order to avoid a concussion.

He goes on to explain that he was attacked by the guy who dragged off those guys from last time and that he claimed to be from Eisenwald… the result

"You fool''

PAAA!

A slap from Erza, luckily she didn't have her gauntlet on, otherwise that would have been a heck of a lot more painful.

Natsu looks confused before Erza started going on about explaining everything on the train.

"She already forgot that she knocked him out didn't she? This woman is unbelievable" says Lucy

"Yup" agreed Gray

"She can be a bit of an airhead sometimes" stated Shawn

"That's Erza for ya" added Happy

"So he was on the same train we were? Let's find him" she says as she starts up the magic mobile.

Gray asks what he looked like, Natsu says that he didn't look like someone from a dark guild, though that he did have a weird looking flute that was shaped like a skull but with three eyes.

"Hold on, are you positive it was three eyes?" yelled Shawn

"Hold on, do you know what that flute is?" Asked Gray.

"I think I know it too" said Lucy

"If what you say is true, then Lullaby is…"

"The cursed song"

""It's Death Magic"" said both of them at once.

"What?" asked a confused Natsu

"A cursed song? Like an incantation?" asked Gray

"There are some deadly spells out there that are forbidden to be used by wizards'' said Shawn as he stole Lucy's line.

"That's right, there are curse black magic spells that will kill the person they're used on'' said Erza.

"Well if I'm right, Lullaby is even worse'' Lucy worryingly says.

"How bad we talking here?'' Gray asked

"Lullaby was originally only able to cast simple death curses, until the Black wizard Zeref got his hands on it and made it into a demon flute. If even a single note is played from that flute, it can kill hundreds or even thousands at once, as they are brought to an endless slumber'' said Shawn as he remembered how Erigor summarized it.

"That's not good'' said Erza.

"Why didn't you say so before?'' complained Natsu.

"It's not like I had much to go on, until you told me what it looked like I never would have even connected the two together'' said Shawn giving his reason, though that was a lie.

"Regardless, we should hurry and catch up to them, who knows what could be happening while they're ahead of us'' reasoned Erza as everyone else boarded the magic mobile.

Soon it blasted across the land and seemed to be going even faster than before.

"Hey, slow down Erza, you're using up too much of your power driving this thing'' yelled Gray after nearly being thrown off a moment ago.

"I have no choice, but to press onward, were running out of time, if Erigor gets his hands on this Death Magic, trust me, lives will be lost'' as she stubbornly refuses to slow down

"Just try not to overload this thing, we don't need it breaking down on us'' said Shawn as he closed his eyes in thought.

"If they think they're going to succeed, they've got another thing coming'' as Shawn was preparing himself for the fight that was soon to come.

"Like hell I'll let them anywhere near my friends'' as he vowed to make them pay.


Author's Note: Hi everyone, Ashbel Dusk here with another chapter of Guildmate from Another World.

First I'll get the Q&A out right from the gate.

Answering some questions:

Blaze1992: Okay interning though confused on him using swords. Also what are the chances of Juvia joining the harem since Gray just ignores her?

A: I wanted Shawn to be not only capable of using his fists, but also weapons as well, I understand if you sound confused but wanted Shawn to have some variety when it comes to combat. Also like I said in my last chapter I'm only having Lucy and Erza for Shawn with a possible third (still debating on that by the way) and that would be it.

ClyxicRyse: Ok, please tell me Shawn isn't just going to piggyback on fights or just sit back and watch throughout this story because that would be majorly disappointing. I know it's still the beginning but it's the vibe I'm getting.

A: A very good point and I understand your worry, it's because were still at the beginning that they're aren't many opponents who are strong yet that were able to see Shawn's full potential. So I ask you give it some time and I'm sure you won't be disappointed.

beenjammin0421: one question I have is what your update schedule is going to be barring any issues or surprises?

A: My update schedule is that I hope to release at least two chapters a month. Whether it be one of Sekirei and Fairy Tail or just two chapters of one of them. I hope to release two chapters every month from now on. But that may change depending on Life.

REDROSE12345: Hey really enjoying the story and I have a question about the Tower of Heaven Arc. Is Simon still going to die or is Shawn going to save him? Cause his knowledge will start to take a toll when he now has to decide who he can save and who he can't. Then there would be the ripple effects to consider later on if he does.

A: Haven't gotten that far unfortunately, I'm trying to make sure the changes fit with the story but I think we can all agree that Simon dying was sad, I won't promise anything until I get closer to the Tower of Heaven Arc. But if the Distortions continue then it might just affect the outcome of someone's life.

Eavise: Need to ask. But will you kill of Jellal and easing Shawn and Erza's relationship?

A: NO. Jellal is an integral part of the story not just here but later down the story of Fairy Tail. So killing him off just to ease the Shawn X Erza ship is out of the question. But instead it will help progress their relationship forward, you'll see why soon enough ;)

Announcements: I've got both good news and bad news.

Bad News: My computer's hard drive crashed taking Sekirei chapters 7 and 8 with it (even after attempting to recover the data). Have to write them back up from scratch so it will take a short while.

Good News: My other stories are saved on Drive so I'll be able to continue writing no problem.

Also I decided to keep Shawn's and Erza's first meeting similar to the series. I know a lot of people were looking forward to it but I hope you understand that I have a reason for doing so, in this chapter and following ones you might understand (or perhaps notice) as to why. Make your own guess. ;)

Big Announcement: We've hit the 100 Follower milestone for Sekirei: Meetings of Fate. I can't tell you guys how much this means to me for so many of you who like my fanfic. I was planning to release chapter 7 and 8 for this occasion but then my hard drive crashed and ruined it. I promise to get it out as soon as possible so please look forward to it.

We've also hit the 150 Follower milestone for Fairy Tail: Guildmate from Another World not too long ago, thank you so much everyone.

I'll keep doing my best for you all so I hope you guys will continue to support me and look forward to more adventures with Shawn and the rest of Fairy Tail.

P.S.: That little tidbit about explaining Natsu's motion sickness.

That was taken out from Death Battle's Natsu vs Ace. I saw Wiz explain it and thought it would be cool to add it. I just did it for fun and in no way claim it for myself or anything like that. Hope you guys liked it.

Next Time: Shawn comes face to face with Eisenwald, will Shawn finally show his skills? Tune in to find out.

Till Next Time!