A/N: I'm going to have to ask some of you to review a bit at the end, and it will affect the next chapter. Keep that at the back your mind, I'll remind you again at the end. Enjoy!
At the Magic Council – Era
"Those idiots at Fairy Tail have done it again! This time, that Salamander has destroyed an entire port!" an angry voice boomed into the extravagant halls of the Supreme Court of the Magic Council.
"What is the matter with them?" another voice spoke up, to add on to the general disdain against the Fairy Tail guild.
A man who seemed to be in his mid-20s settled the general discontentment of the council with his soothing voice. "I'm actually quite fond of those dimwits and their Les affairs attitude."
The short man with an interesting white beard next to him spoke, as well. "Hmm, they may behave like fools, but we mustn't forget that they are an extremely capable bunch. They present quite the quandary. We should think about what we should do with them."
"That Salamander - He destroyed an entire port by himself. Perhaps we should take him into custody for a bit, to calm him down? Put some sealstone cuffs on him, to make sure he stays put and doesn't cause any more trouble!"
"Won't that just make him rowdier when he is released? No, he might destroy an entire TOWN that way!"
The blue haired man spoke again, in his usual monotone, yet chivalrous voice. "I think we should just leave them be. After all, if it wasn't for those fools, think how boring this world would be!"
"Alright, it's been decided then. We'll wait and see if further action is needed"
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Fairy Tail – The Main Guild Hall
Word was buzzing around that a certain pink-haired Dragonslayer had gone overboard at Port Hargeon. "That's our Salamander!" a man in his late 30s chuckled through his smoking pipe. "I heard Mirajane put on quite the show too!" came a voice from the man next to him, a purple-haired bloke with a slick mustache. A half-naked teen who appeared to be around 18 years old slid into the conversation. "Ha! Makes sense coming from him! He's just so cool! A lot more relaxed than Erza. This just shows how different two S-Class Mages could be." I'll take you down someday. You just watch me Natsu. I'll defeat you one day. The teen clenched his fists and became lost in his own world of thought.
The doors to the guild hall were kicked wide open with a loud BANG. Three wizards stood at the entrance; the infamous dynamic duo - The She-Devil and the Salamander of Fairy Tail, and standing behind them was a brand new member. "We're back and we're alive!" the cheerful and confident tone of the Dragonslayer echoed throughout the guild hall. Silence was broken, and the guild resumed its chattering as one of the members hollered out: "Hey Natsu! I heard you went all out in Hargeon!" A growl came back as a response. "You better watch yourself, before I go all out on you."
"Alright TRY ME, Salamander! ICE-MAKE – " Before the mage was able to finish his sentence and deliver his blow, a fast and furious smackdown to his guts launched him into the floor. "I'll geth you bakth phor thath!" he muttered through a mouthful of the floorboard.
"Hey, that was uncalled for!" some other guild members protested. "Yea Natsu! We know you're strong and all, but you can't go around bullying Grey like that!" Taking into consideration his guildmates' words, Natsu looked down at the suffering teen lying down beneath him and helped him get up. "You ok?" the pink-haired one asked his hurt comrade. "Yea, but could you have possibly been a little rougher that time? I'll have to tell Erza about this." His voice drenched in sarcasm and sass.
"Hey! That's not nice. You don't have to get Erza involved in this!" a look of annoyance came across the Dragon Slayer's face. Erza was a scary woman. She wasn't afraid to leverage any advantage she had over Natsu, unlike the other guild members. She was also dangerously serious about lots of topics other people would be relaxed at. If anything, she would probably report any of Natsu's "misbehaviors", as she liked to call them, to Gildarts - and an angry Gildarts was not one that Natsu planned on dealing with anytime soon. Gildarts Clive, or the ace of Fairy Tail, was like a mentor to Natsu, almost a second father figure, after Igneel. He did lots of bonding activities with Natsu when he was younger: playing ball, hanging out at the park, teaching him physical combat skills, and helping him train to become stronger. He was a man that Natsu looked up to, and aspired to be. But also like a father, Gildarts liked to punish his pupil whenever he saw fit, and his punishments were often painful – involving doing a wall sit for 7 hours straight. When Natsu refused to receive a punishment, Gildarts would make him. He wouldn't beat the poor guy up, per se, but the Crash Magic Magician had a certain terrifying aura to him when he got serious or angry about something. I'll become strong enough to beat Gildarts someday, but that day is DEFINITELY not coming any time soon. I've got a long way to go.
Mirajane, who was still standing at the guildhall's front doors, warned Lucy. "You might want to find a place to take cover. Things are going to get a bit crazy in here!" she smiled sweetly, and pointed towards the bar. "That place should shield you just fine!" Lucy nodded and headed over towards the long table where alcohol and other drinks were being stored.
"Yea, there's no way I'm going to let you tell Erza about this." The pink-head announced.
"Oh yeah, says who?" Grey positioned himself to launch another attack.
"I can see what you're doing. Stop it before I hurt you again." Natsu was quick to notice the actions of the ice-mage.
"It's only noon, and you boys are whining like spoiled babies," a white-haired brute of a man stepped out from the guild's kitchen, wearing a blue sweatshirt, track pants, and 3 – inch sandals. "I'm a real man! Want me to prove it to you?" He flexed his arm, revealing a quite impressive bicep. "Now, now, Elfman, no need to get so worked up over-" Before Mirajane could finish her sentence, the two bickering boys gave her brother a strong punch, knocking him into her. "BUTT OUT! IT'S NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS!" both of them exclaimed. Most of the guild had begun to participate in the brawl. In some parts of the fight, people began to utilize magic. Magic Circles wildly began to appear all around the hall; tables were turned over, chairs were flying across the room, and food was being thrown everywhere. Amidst the frenzy, a blue-haired girl with a band over her head approached the blond who was cowering in fear. "You must be new here. Don't be afraid, it's ok. They're just a bit excited – you'll be safe!" Lucy glanced up, and asked the girl, "Who are you?"
"I'm Levy. Levy McGarden. Nice to meet ya!" She put out her hand, and the girls exchanged a firm but friendly handshake. "Mind if I join you?"
"Of course." Lucy scooted further into the bar, making room for her newfound companion as they waited for the brawl to end.
"Wow LOKE, you're so cool!" In a safer area of the guild hall, some girls were fawning over an orange-haired man with glasses. That was until a chair hit his head. "Alright, I'm going in. But only to protect you!" He flashed one of his signature charming smiles at them, to which they responded with more sighs of adoration.
"WHY can't I drink in peace?" a lady in nothing but a blue bra complained, "This is why I don't date the men here. They have no class." Saying this, she picked up a barrel of alcohol and began to drink from it. "Says you, Cana" a green-haired woman dressed in western attire commented, "you should really stop drinking." The woman looked up from her beer. "Butt out, Bisca!"
As the guild continued to brawl, piles of debris began to form, and furniture was being destroyed. The entire guild hall was becoming a mess.
"Enough! You will end this before I MAKE you!" an angry female shout erupted from a corner of the guild hall. Its owner was a white-haired demon lady. She had horns coming out of her head, and markings that looked like scars across her face. Her hands resembled the talons of a dragon, and she sprouted a large pair of bat-like wings from her back. She glanced around the room and was greeted with looks of fear, and terror. "It's Mirajane's Satan Soul! One of her She-devil forms: Sitri!" whispers echoed around, as the tension began to arise.
Her eyes gazed upon a pink-haired teen who looked to be no older than 19 standing in the middle of the room, with his first raised above another wizard who seemed to be about his age.
Mirajane knew it was Natsu; however, there was this other indescribable feeling of familiarity. She saw a young boy who greatly resembled him in his place. He was fighting a great beast, who spewed ice at the former. The boy dodged with great agility. So even at such a young age, Natsu was already so powerful. I knew he's been holding back – but this is insane. How come he's never told me about all of this? How am I able to see his memories? Another thought came into her head, but she wasn't sure if it was actually her own. Sitri? Is that you?
Indeed. It isn't his memories that you see; you're seeing MY memories. That boy – his name is Natsu Dragneel, is it not? Quite a handsome young man he's turned into, don't you think?
Mirajane had transported into her own world within her mind now. In her consciousness, the world around her had seemed to have frozen in time. She was free to have a conversation with her literal inner demon.
So, how do you know Natsu?
When he was younger, his father, Acnologia, had summoned me upon a few occasions to help him in his Dragon Slayer Training. I helped him train.
Really? Wow, I never knew. A strange feeling of love had enveloped Mira's consciousness. But this love wasn't from her; it was from Sitri.
Have you – fallen in love with Natsu?
Haha – I guess you could say that. I've taken a "peculiar" interest in the Dragon Slayer. He has the blood of a powerful entity, after all.
What do you mean, "the blood of a powerful entity"?
I'm sorry; I don't feel like disclosing that information quite yet.
Sitri's voice was one of playfulness – but it also had a tone of mockery to it.
Spill it out Sitri!
Why do you care so much? Oh right, you love him. I doubt you'll keep that up after you find out who he REALLY is, and what he's ACTUALLY done, Mirajane.
What do you mean? Natsu's the most innocent person I know!
Think about it, how did Natsu acquire all of those Dragon Slayer powers?
Well, I figured that much – but that's all the past! I've accepted him for all he's done!
YOU'VE accepted him, true. But has he accepted himself? On top of that, can you say that you've already accepted him when you do not even know who he REALLY is?
You're not making any sense! Mirajane concentrated on her takeover spell, as she tried to dive into Sitri's thoughts, and figure out what she was hiding. But the demon had buried her thoughts to well.
Anyways, as I've pointed out before – I think I've taken a liking to the boy. Maybe I'll make him mine some day. You never know!
Why you little-
He's fair game, Mirajane. Remember – I'm you, and you are me. Our souls are combined into one. I'll forever be as close if not closer to him then you'll ever be. Ponder upon that
Mirajane clenched her fists and shut her eyes. When she opened them again, she was back at the scene of the guild. Everyone was staring at her. Not a moment had passed. The Dragon Slayer gaped at her in awe. Does he really recognize Sitri? The Dragonslayer's next words answered her question.
"Hey, Sitri! What's up? Long time no see! It's been what, five years?" He ran up to Mirajane (or was it Sitri?) and gave her a warm embrace. Flustered, Mirajane was at a loss of words. She felt her mouth open. "Ah yes, Natsu Dragneel. How are you? Quite the handsome young man you've turned into!" Before Sitri could say more, Mirajane overtook her soul again. "Natsu – I'm only sharing part of Sitri's soul. I'm still Mirajane. Sitri is somewhere else."
"Oh really? Right, I forgot you use takeover magic. How come I've never seen you use Sitri before? Isn't she super powerful?"
Slightly relieved, Mirajane reverted back to her former self. "Well, she's one of the newer Satan Souls I've acquired, so I still have some troubles handling her as of right now. But you're right, she is really strong!"
Nodding in excitement, Natsu averted his attention to the brawl that had begun behind them. "Alright Mira, are you going to join the brawl?"
"No, I think I'll pass on this one." She couldn't help but feel a pang of jealousy in her heart. Why does he care so much for Sitri? She's not even actually here! I'm not going to let some half-existent devil steal my man from me!
Oh, but will you ever be in full control of me? My willpower is much stronger than yours. Until you can overcome my willpower, I will always be the stronger one. One day, I'll regain my power, and break free. You will be no match for me. Until then, I will enjoy watching your performance every day while I regain my strength.
Look, I don't want to have to fight you. Why won't you just co-operate?
Have you ever heard of a demon co-operating with humans? It's unheard of. Stop bringing up such foolish ideas up to me!
Fine, then I will grow stronger, we will grow stronger together. I'll work on mastering my willpower, and my strength, to conquer you. Then, you will have to listen to me. Correct?
There was no answer. I guess that's a yes then.
As she observed her surroundings, Mira sweat-dropped. "Oh my, the master is not going to be happy when he sees this!"
A large foot stomped into the center of the massive dining hall. "Would you fools stop bickering like children?" The guild became silent. Jaws hung open, and the fighting ceased almost instantaneously. Lucy came out of her hiding spot, to see why the fighting had stopped. What she saw almost caused her heart to beat out of her mouth.
"Speaking of the devil…" Mira muttered. "I'm sorry, I didn't know you were still here Master! I thought you went to a conference meeting!"
A certain pinkhead began to laugh victoriously while standing atop a table as if to assert his dominance over the other brawlers. "Hahaha! Man, talk about a bunch of babies! Looks like I won-!" As Natsu continued to gloat his presumed victory over his guildmates, the Titan's large foot came crashing down on him, squishing the breath out of him.
"Well, seems we have a new recruit!" the giant continued. His body enlarged once again as he emitted a large scary sound. He then began to shrink, until he reached half of the size of an average male. Extending his hand up towards Lucy, he greeted. "Nice to meet 'ya!" He wasn't surprised when she commented, "He's tiny! He's really in charge here?"
"Why yes, I am! I'm Makarov, the Third Master of the Fairy Tail Guild."
After his quick and short introduction of himself, he flipped into the air and hit his head on the railing of the second floor. After regaining his balance, he began an angry rant and lecture. "You've done it again, you clods! Just look at how much paperwork the Magic Council sent me this time! This is the biggest pile of complaints yet! HAVE YOU LOST YOUR MINDS?! ALL YOU KIDS ARE GOOD FOR IS GETTING THE HIGHER UPS ANGRY AT ME!"
His angry face brought out a snicker from a couple of the guild members. "Master always looks so funny when he's angry!" Natsu chortled, which earned him a smack on the head from Makarov, who tossed the Council Papers with accuracy at the Dragonslayer, effectively knocking him off balance.
"However," the old man continued, "I say to HECK with that Magic Council! Now listen up. Any power that surpasses reason still comes from reason, right? Magic isn't some kind of miraculous power!"
The faces of the guild all lit up with inspiration and tears as the Master continued his speech. Some began to cry, and others simply adorned the wise man with respect.
"It is a talent that only works when the flow of energy inside of us and the flow of energy in the natural world are in perfect synchronization. To perform magic, one must have a strong mind and the ability to focus; it should take over your being and come pouring out of your Soul! If all we do is worry about following rules, then our magic will never progress! Don't let those blowhards on the council scare you! Follow the path you believe in!"
He raised his fingers in the shape of an 'L' and twisted his arm so that the shape of his fingers resembled the symbol of the Guild. Triumphantly, he finished off his speech, "Because THAT'S what makes the Fairy Tail Guild NUMBER ONE!"
The rest of the guilds' members cheered in unison as they copied him, and stuck their hands up in the air in a similar fashion.
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After the Guild Hall was Cleaned up….
A stamp was covered on top of Lucy's hand. As it was released, a pink Fairy Tail Emblem appeared there. "There!" a cheerful Mirajane proclaimed, "Now you're an official member of the Fairy Tail Guild!"
The blond ran around the guild, showing off her new mark to everyone. Many congratulated her, and others simply nodded and proceeded on with their activities. "Hey Natsu look! Mirajane just put the Guild Mark on my hand!" to which he replied, "Oh well, that's cool. Welcome to the guild, Looney"
"The NAME'S LUCY!"
From the sidelines, some of the older members had a laugh at the interaction between the blonde and the pinkhead. "She'll fit right in!" one of them said.
"Hey look, a job to get rid of some book called Daybreak? I'm in!" Natsu looked at a flyer on the Request Board. "Mira, you wanna come?"
"Nah, I think I'll pass on this one. Lucy, do you want to go with him?"
"It's a 200,000 jewel reward!" Natsu added on, to make the job sound more appealing.
"200,000 JEWEL?!" Lucy exclaimed, "COUNT ME IN!"
ANNNNNNND CUT
A/N Ok so, here's the deal. The part where Macao goes missing. I feel that this is a really unnecessary arc – so – I'm gonna ask you guys. Should I just proceed to the Everlue Mansion Arc, or do you want to see the Dragon, Monkey, and Bull thing? Please write a review stating which one you'd like to see. If you have any other comments/criticism in general about the story or anything, please feel free to leave them. Have a nice day!