The Fix

Chapter 2

Questions

Disclaimer: I do not own Fairy Tail. This is based off the Anime Series not the Manga Series. No copyright intended. I do own the story line, because I made that all up with my brain.

"Alright, what's wrong? You have been staring at that very same spot for the past hour. Something is obviously up, so what is it?"

I said pouting with my arms crossed on the table in the booth that Natsu and I are sitting at, quirking my lips in a questioning manner. I just got back a little while ago, I went home so I could get ready and change into something slimming and cute for my date tonight with Xavier. Right now I have about a half hour to wait until he gets to the guild to pick me up, that is, if he shows up. I've had guys be jerks like that before, asking me out only to stand me up or worse try to date me just because I'm an heiress. Welp, they can't do that anymore, I let that part of me die with my parents, a long time ago.

I'm in a cute red sundress with white wedges and my hair up in a bun with a red ribbon tying it together, I have eyeliner that is winged tipped at the edges and just plain strawberry flavored clear lip gloss. I look gorgeous, if I do say so myself but all I can feel is a little irritation because Natsu is refusing to meet my gaze, let alone talk to me. He just keeps staring at the stupid table, avoiding me.

"I don't want you going on that dumb date." He finally mumbled, arms crossed over his chest.

I sighed and rolled my eyes, "I only agreed to it because he gave me the book I wanted today for free. Think of it as more of a thank you than a date, besides who knows? Maybe I like him."

"Like him? Luce, you've only just met him. You barely know anything about him, hell, he doesn't even know you besides the articles he reads about you in Sorcerer Weekly, that are probably pinned to his wall. The guy is a creep, I don't like him."

"Really Natsu, that is just creepy and how can you not like him? You haven't met him or gotten to know him either so why are you being so judgy? Natsu, you're supposed to be my best friend. If a girl asked you out, I'd be totally supportive, why can't you do the same?"

"Difference is, I wouldn't want to go on a date with anyone. And I am your best friend, that's why I'm telling you not to go."

I throw my arms up in frustration, "Ugh! Well it's not your decision now is it? I'm a big girl, I can take care of myself."

Natsu shrugged, totally unfazed by my annoyance and mini temper tantrum. "I know you are a very resourceful, smart, and strong young woman. But that doesn't stop me from worrying about you. You know how important you are to me. I just don't want to see you get hurt and this guy just has "douchebag" written all over him."

"Natsu you can't just know that by looking at the person."

He shrugged, "Sure I can. My nose never lies."

I giggled, "So you're basing your opinions about Xavier, on his scent?"

"Among other things, you may not have noticed but I know that guy has more on his mind than just a friendly dinner date."

"And so what if he does? I can man-handle him if he tries to cop a feel." I say pouting.

"No doubt about it. Point is, he'd try and if he does well, he's going to regret it."

"Trust me, I'll be fine. You worry too much, Natsu." I said with a shrug.

I could see that irritated him more but before he could even get a word in, I felt someone tap me on the shoulder. I turned around to see Xavier as handsome as ever, wearing just a plain nice white buttoned up shirt that has a black tribal design on the right side and black jeans and boots. I blushed a little noticing all his attractive features, and I smiled at him.

"You came."

He smirked, "What? Did you doubt me?"

I smiled a bit, "Not at all."

He leaned in close to me as I sat up to leave with him, I froze in place a bit because of how close he was getting until his lips were at my ear.

"You have such an adorable blush, Lucy." He whispered huskily, his warm breath tickling my neck.

I shivered a little and blushed even more, my heart literally skipping a beat. Oh. My. Gosh.

"Let's get out of here."

I smiled, still blushing, "O-okay."

He smirked then took my hand and started leading me out of the guild. I looked back at Natsu, hoping for some sign of friendly support but all I got was a grumpy look, with arms crossed. I sighed and turned around as Xavier and I left the guild. I wonder where he's taking me, guess I'll find out.

Natsu's P.O.V

"You're such an idiot." Gray said shaking his head at me.

I just glared at him, he took Lucy's seat across from me at the booth. He, Erza, Levy and Gajeel, joined me at my table, uninvited might I add. All they are going to do is mock me and irritate me over the whole situation.

"I agree with Gray, Natsu. You should have just told her the truth." Erza said with a sigh.

I scuffed, "Truth about what."

Gray rolled his eyes, "You're in love with her. Why else would you act like that earlier today. Sure there have been assholes in the past that hit on her but you never took it that far. It's obvious Natsu, there's no sense denying it."

"Obvious to everyone but Lucy." Levy says giggling.

Everyone else chuckled and then Gajeel spoke up, "You should tell her."

"Yeah and then what?" I said annoyed by all their judgy stares.

"Whatever happens after that depends on the both of you. Never know what could happen but would you rather let the opportunity pass you by? Take Levy and I for example, if I hadn't confessed, we wouldn't be where we are now." Gajeel said, smiling down at Levy.

Levy laughed, "Only because your life was in danger. You may not have ever confessed if that didn't happen, you big dope."

Gajeel flushed in embarrassment and mumbled something unintelligent under his breath, the rest of us snickering at his reaction.

"He does make a point though, Natsu. Would you rather be happy with her or watch her be with another man?" Erza asked, raising an eyebrow.

I sighed knowing they are all right, I can't deny these feelings anymore. They are becoming more intense. I honestly have no clue why but every other male attention that Lucy gets, I feel this overwhelming rage and need to burn them all to ashes, just for daring to breathe near her let alone look her way. Everyone is right and so is Lucy, she has gotten male attention before and I never really paid any mind to it.

Sure it used to irritate me but not as much as it does now. So why is it now that lately, I'm getting seriously pissed off about it?! Part of me is afraid of what I am truly capable of. Is what they are saying true, do I possibly have deeper feelings for Lucy other than friendship? I've never thought about it that way before and now that I do, it makes sense to me. In all honesty I don't know what I would do without her, she just completes me somehow. I feel more alive when I'm around her, like my heart is… whole.

Why am I even thinking like that? All mushy and gushy, I never had these intense feelings towards her before so what the hell is wrong with me? Though there really is no denying it, without Lucy I'd feel lost, like a half of a whole.. She means a lot to me and so much more, is that what love feels like? Erza is right, I don't want to see Lucy with another person, not ever. That's my place and I'll be damned if I just sit by and let it happen.

"You're right. I have to tell her." I said standing up alert.

End of Natsu's P.O.V

Laughter fills the night air as Xavier and I make a break for it, the waiter still attempting to chase us. We round the corner and Xavier pulls me into the nearest alleyway, putting a hand over my mouth as we watch the angry waiter running right past us. Making sure the coast was clear, he took his hand off my mouth, I looked up at him getting over my giggle fit, still smiling.

"Oh my gosh, I can't believe you did that."

Xavier stuffed, "Why wouldn't I? That asshole botched our order, I wasn't going to let him get away with it."

I giggled as I remembered Xavier dumping our drinks and food all over the poor waiter, granted the guy was seriously rude about taking our order saying a few derogatory things towards me, but still, that's no excuse to do that. We had ordered the chicken parmesan special with red wine, well what we got was smoked salmon with a side of lemon and white wine, Xavier wasn't kidding when he said that the waiter totally botched our order. The manager came out yelling at what was going on, I explained what had happened and apologized for Xavier's behavior and I told him we would dine elsewhere. But, Xavier didn't let the matter go and so here we are now, hiding in an alleyway.

"True, but your behavior wasn't any better."

"Hey, is it wrong to want to defend a nice girl like you?"

I shook my head and smiled up at him as I got out of the alley. He smiled back at me and tilted his head to the side a bit making him look ridiculously adorable.

"Has anyone told you that you have such pretty brown eyes?"

I blushed and giggled, waving it off, "Knock it off."

"No, no I'm serious. If you look closely, they have golden topaz specks in them. It's simply beautiful."

I looked away blushing, my heart picking up its pace as I had never gotten a compliment like that from the opposite sex before, its nice.

"Thank you, Xavier. I truly mean that, it's nice being complimented once in a while."

Xavier smirked, "You are most welcome Lucy. Dinner may have been ruined but I know this great diner around the corner, would you care for an ice cream or something?"

I giggled at him, "Well duh, I'm starving." I teased.

With that he smiled at me and held out his arm for me to take, I gladly looped my arm through his as we made our way to the diner he spoke of. Time passed by in a rush it seems as I noticed the time on the clock behind Xavier up on the wall reading 12:30am. Wow it got really late, I waited for Xavier to get done speaking before I tried to make my move to leave. He was telling me a story about how he and his brother used to play pranks on all their friends and teachers, being little heathens as his mother called him, it was quite an endearing story.

"I hate to cut it short but it is late. I should probably head home."

Xavier looked at the time and sighed, "Yeah you're right. Looks like time just got away from us, huh? C'mon Lucy, I'll walk you home."

It didn't take long until we were in front of my apartment building, I was about to part ways with him for the night but he told me that he had to use the restroom. I wasn't going to be rude so I let him follow me upstairs and I unlocked my door and took the first step into my living room. Xavier pulled me into him and started kissing me, as his other hand slid down the small of my back and grabbed my ass. Wide eyed and confused, I tried to push him off me but before I could he was gone and the man before me was no longer Xavier but Natsu. My jaw dropped a little in disbelief, what in the world would he be doing here so late? Waiting up for me no less. What gives?