Chapter 2

Levy didn't know what to think of this... situation. She'd patched up a mafia member. Not just that, but he was the Don's own son. Metalicana Redfox was the most fearsome crime lord in all of Magnolia. With just one word, anyone could be... disappeared. His word was law, and he had very close ties to the government... and everyone who was anyone knew this. The police couldn't find out who his connections were, however, no matter how hard they dug. They were actively trying to bring down Fairy Tail for good, but they didn't seem to understand this one thing... Don Metalicana ruled this city. But his rule was far better than living under Phantom Lord's thumb. Fairy Tail kept them away, and kept most of the citizens of Magnolia leading their normal lives. Still, anyone who crossed Fairy Tail was as good as dead.

And Levy had the Don's son in her apartment. And he was saying she was under his protection? She... she just didn't know what to do, what to think.

"Gihi, I'm not gonna hurt ya, shrimp. Don't go gettin all scared all of a sudden." Gajeel smirked as he watched Levy pace in her kitchen. He could practically see the gears turning in her head as she tried to figure out what to do. He knew she wasn't stupid enough to report anything to the cops, but she was rightfully worried about having the Don's son in her home.

"You expect me not to freak out about having the sole heir to Fairy Tail in my home and saying I'm under his protection now?" Levy frowned at him. "W-what does that even entail, anyways?"

"Simple." Gajeel smirked, throwing his arms behind his head as he leaned back against the couch. "I owe you my life so, until I return the favor, I'm gonna make sure you stay safe."

"I-I can handle that on my own. It's not like I'm in danger, anyways. I'm just a doctor. I work in the maternity ward, for crying out loud. Nothing about my life is dangerous." Levy worried her lip as she continued to pace.

"It is, now." Gajeel scoffed. "Like it or not, shrimp, you're technically harboring a criminal in your home. Plus, someone was out looking for me when you came by, wanting to finish the job. If they find out you helped me..." he trailed off, letting her get the picture. Her eyes went wide and she let out a deep sigh as she sank to the floor.

"Why can't I just be the good Samaritan who knows nothing?"

"Because you know too much." Gajeel gave a dark chuckle. "To be fair, shrimp, I did tell you to leave me there."

"I couldn't do that. It would have gone against everything I stood for, if I left you there to die." Levy pouted as she looked down at the floor. Gajeel stood up, wincing slightly as his wound stretched, and he walked over to her.

"Oi." he got her attention and she looked up at him. "I ain't gonna say this again. But thank you. You probably saved my hide. That's why I'm tryin to return the favor. Ya don't gotta worry about the cops going after ya, and I can protect you from the people that were going after me. So don't worry so much." He reached down and gently pulled her to her feet. Levy blushed lightly as she found herself face-to-chest with him, but she smiled softly at his words. He sounded sincere, and that really put her at ease. Then he chuckled all of a sudden, which made her look up at him in confusion. "Gihihi you're really a shrimp. It's cute." he chuckled, patting her head teasingly. Levy flushed with anger and turned away, pouting.

"Stop. I hate being called short." she mumbled out, crossing her arms over her chest.

"Ah, you're not short. You're just snack sized, is all. Gihihi." he laughed loudly now. Then he suddenly winced in pain and clutched at his side.

"H-hey, don't overdo it." Levy quickly urged him back to the couch. He sat down with her help, and then pulled her down onto his lap. She fell onto him with a cry of surprise, to which he laughed at.

"Don't you think it's a bit too soon to be falling for me, shrimp? I haven't even taken ya on a date yet." he laughed. Levy blushed fiercely at this and tried to stand up, but he held her in place with little effort. "Oi, that reminds me. There a guy in the picture? Or anyone that lives with ya? Cause my protection only extends to you and if they find out about me I'll have ta silence them."

"N-no. I live alone a-and I haven't dated anyone since high school." Levy blushed, not meeting his eyes. "Nobody's going to find out about you."

"Good, let's keep it that way." Gajeel nodded to himself, finally releasing Levy. She hurried off his lap, still blushing much to his amusement. "Oi. I'm gonna crash on your couch tonight, and someone's gonna pick me up tomorrow. In case I'm gone before you wake up." He pulled out a cheap flip phone and handed it to her. "Only number in there is mine. You call me if you ever feel unsafe." he told her firmly. She nodded in understanding. "Keep it on you at all times. Once you use it, throw it away in a public trash can. I'll give you a new one."

"O-okay." Levy nodded. Then she shifted nervously. "Um, d-do you need anything before I go to bed?"

"Nah, just let me borrow a pillow, and I'll be good." he sighed. She nodded and went to get a pillow and a blanket for him. She made sure he was comfortable before she turned in for the night. It took her a long time to fall asleep. She still didn't know what to think about all this. Eventually exhaustion won out over her worry, and sleep finally claimed her.

Kind of a short chapter, I know, but longer ones are coming in the future, don't worry. Sorry for the lack of action, but that's also coming. Just bear with me.

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-Everythingnerd12