HALLO. This is the.. thirteenth? part of Think Once, Think Again.
I'd like to thank everyone who were so kind enough to give their opinion on my stories.. It may sound weird, but it was like, legit appreciated. They were very positive, and I'm glad that some people are enjoying it. I'm sorry I haven't updated for a while, but I am currently rewriting one of my stories, so yeah. I hope you've enjoyed your weekend, or are enjoying, and look forward to any further chapters. There is a character death in this part, so yeah. Very sorry for the late update! I've been kinda busy, ish.. Yeah. Sorry for it being so late! Enjoy~!
(Normal POV):
The Shade world, was a realm, which had both Light and Darkness. Pillars of Light built from Ground-up, beamed in each and every corner of this world. They were connected to small Trapezium-sculpted podiums.
It was simply as if, the Realm was split in half, Light and Darkness.
Weisslogia was the King of Light Dragons, and his mate, Skiadrum, was the King of Shadow Dragons. These two mighty Dragons, combined, would be able to guide their nakama into the paths of Righteousness, and fairness.
Sting and Weisslogia, were currently in the Royal Palace of the Light side, conversing over their reunion.
"I.. killed you.. How.. How are you still alive?" Sting asked, a hint of worry detected in his tone.
"As long as my Queen lives, I will live. She is our leader. If we were dead, her seal wouldn't of been removed, and she would of driven herself to such madness.. that she would die. That would result in mass destruction in Draconia. Us Dragons would all be dead." Weisslogia replied. "Unless Lucy-chan returned, I wouldn't of been able to speak to you.. so I suggest you thank her."
"No wonder why I could sense all of the Dragon's scents on her.." Sting mumbled. "But she talks to you Dragons as if she's been with you since Childhood.."
"That's because we have. Our scents would of faintly vanished during that time. Ever since her birth, we have taken care of her, and Layla-chan." Weisslogia retorted. "Sting, I am very glad that you're okay."
Said boy, burst into tears, and ran into his Fathers arms. Without any indication of sudden actions, he clutched onto Weisslogia, as if life screamed at him to. Weisslogia returned the same gesture, and shed a few tears, which broke out into a waterfall of tears.
With Skiadrum, and Rogue, none would say a word. It was if both piercing red-eyes, were speaking, yet an invisible wall stopped them from doing so.
Though, now, Rogue was the first one to speak.
"You ordered me to kill you. How is it that you have lived? You taught me the strongest spell, of the Shadow Dragons, to kill you." Rogue said.
"As long as my Queen lives, I live. She is our leader. If we were dead, her seal wouldn't of been removed, and she would of driven herself to such madness.. that she would die. That would result in mass destruction in Draconia. Us Dragons would all be dead." Skiadrum sighed, a heavy rumble escaping his lips. "Unless Lucy-chan returned, I wouldn't of been able to speak to you.. so I suggest you thank her."
"So after all these years.. 10 years of feeling such Guilt, thinking that I had killed my own Father.." Rogue was shaking, out of Anger? out of Shock?. "You had been alive?"
"Yes.." Skiadrum mumbled. "You are not allowed to blame this on Lucy-chan. She had no idea you existed, until three or four years ago. She didn't even know about you and your brother attacking both myself and Weisslogia."
Rogue's emotionless facade had broken. Tears rushed out of his Crimson-red eyes, trailing down his face. He jumped into Skiadrum's arms, and cried into his clothes. Skiadrum couldn't help but cry. After all, it had been 10 years since he's seen his child. Wouldn't you expect them to do this?
(Lucy's POV):
When everyone left to go with their Dragons, the only one left was Laxus-san. He didn't really have a Dragon.. because a lacrima was implanted within him, so that he could become stronger. Electra-san would still be happy to see him. At least someone other than me bothered to learn Lightning Dragon magic..
I need to visit Earthland today. We've been in the Dragon Realm (Draconia) for two days now. Iroshiya-chan promised to let me know about the Dark Magic situation. I don't care if Lisanna was being controlled. She made me into this, therefore will be punished.
I was in the Family Lounge, talking with Mother and Minato. Mother had planned an immediate dinner, that would celebrate the reunion of the Slayers and their dragons. Caleb had fallen asleep, along with Zeta, and were curled up on the Sofa. It was an adorable sight to see.
"Mother, I have to go to Earthland after Dinner. Makarov-san hasn't been updated of our travels." I said.
"You have to leave so soon? But I haven't seen my baby for so long! THIS IS UNFAIR!" Mother protested, tears sparkling in her eyes.
"It's very unfair.." I sweat-dropped at her childish actions, but was amused nonetheless. "After all, the only person who is caring for Laxus is Makarov-san."
"How about we all go to Earthland for a few? I mean, it's been.. like, ages since I've left Draconia! I can leave Yin in charge. YOSH! It's decided! After dinner, we will all travel to Earthland." Mother cheered.
The Dragons joined her in a ceremonious cheer, echoing throughout the palace. Laxus looked on with a severely confused face, yet entertained at the same time. I sighed in tire.
Everyone was gathered around the Gigantic Dining table, that was filled to the brim with traditional Draconian Dishes, and fresh Draconian wines. Igneel and Metallicana had challenged each other to a drinking contest, with Sting and Laxus competing against the Dragons.
Rogue and Minato were discussing the several different types of Slaying magic, along with Frosch and Zeta (Who had by now woken up) who were staring at a butterfly (Frosch influencing Zeta). Caleb was with Lector, trying on several waistcoasts (Lector Influencing Caleb)..
My golden-blonde hair was hanging limply off my shoulders, cascading down my back, and wrapped around my figure. I could feel Crimson-red eyes piercing into my back, as well as Electric-blue and Icy-blue. Gajeel was attempting to braid my hair for some really, really, unknown reason.
"HWURYR UP WAND EATW MBCWOSZ I MWANNA BREWEATHE SWOME EARTLUND AR!" Mother screeched (tried?), a mouth full of food. "AM GWONNA MDRDER RU IF RU DOWNT HWURYR!"
"Um.. yeah. I'll just go ahead and suggest that you were threatening us." Gajeel mumbled, and immediately dug into his food. Many repeated his action, except from the Younger ones and myself.
In a mere period of five minutes, the plates were empty, and food lay astray on the floor. Rather disgustedly, I pushed out of my chair, and rushed into my bedroom.
I approached my wardrobe, and grabbed a simple outfit, consisting of-
A black long sleeved top, a white coloured Corset, a black knee-length skirt, white thigh-high socks, and Midnight-blue ankle-high boots. To finish my outfit, I buckled my Grey cloak around my neck. Miako and Glade were dressed in their usual outfits, patiently waiting at my bedroom door.
Gently, I picked them up, and embraced them in a warm hug. They snuggled into the warmth of my Cloak, and soon fell asleep. I teleported to the Royal Portal room, and was standing amongst every Dragon, with my friends not so far off.
"Are you all ready?" Mother asked, her golden-blonde hair swishing in motion, as the portal charged up on energy.
"Hai." We all replied, standing in a circle, around the Golden-portal.
We were transported to outside of Fairy Tail, where a depressive aura emitted. No rowdy cheers came from the Guild, only groans of despair could be heard. Reluctantly, I pushed open the Doors, being faced with Makarov's gleeful face. The sun shone around Magnolia, leaving only a patch of Darkness, that symbolised the Fairies feelings.
"LUUCY~CHAN!" He cried out, hopping off the bar countertop, landing near me.
"Lucy is back?"
"LU-CHAN!"
"Bunny-girl!"
"Lucy-nee?!"
"LUCY IS MAN!"
"Cosplayer!"
"LAXUS-SENPAI! OH HOW I'VE MISSED YOU, LAXUS-SENPAI!"
"Oh my. You needa' calm down, Freed."
"LAXUS-SENPAI, NOTICE ME!"
Much to my ultimate surprise, they erupted in cheers, only to be silenced by the sound of Minato's feral growling. The Dragons, and Nymphs, cackled in amusement at his sudden actions.
"Ohayo, Makarov-san." I greeted, smiling down at said man who was still weeping.
"Lucy-chan, I missed you! If you ever leave again, I'm going to have a heart attack!" He cried some more.
"A-Ano..gomen? I've been tending to some important things, regarding Caleb-nii's situation." I said. "But, we'll be staying in earthland for a few days."
"That's wonderful! I can finally catch up with my besties!" Makarov grinned, bouncing (literally) over to the Dragons. Everyone sweat-dropped at his childish reaction to our presence.
People rushed around me to greet me (the ones who didn't ignore me), and I politely greeted them back, offering them occasional hugs. Some asked about my eyes, though I did not dwell into the situation, I explained how my ordeal (I have gotten over it) caused my eyes to change.
I noticed how uneasy people were, what with the Dragons (though the Guild did not know they were them) being here, acting all friendly with Makarov-san.
Lisanna and Natsu (unfortunately) approached me once more, glares present on their faces.
"Ah, konichiwa. What might you two mages need from me once more?" I asked.
"I, wanted to let you know that I am dating Natsu. So you better watch yourself if you ever talk to him, ya' hear?" Lisanna growled, squeezing tightly onto Natsu's arm.
"I've said this more than enough times.. I'm not interested in whatever you're doing with Natsu. Whether it be hugging, dating, or even talking, I couldn't care less.." I sighed. "Though, I do think I owe this one last favour to Natsu."
I stood up from my seat, and slammed my fist into Natsu's body, sending him flying through the Guild. He landed on top of Gray. Which soon broke out into a on-going Guild spar match.
Igneel, I advise that you tell your son to stop, and maybe reunite with him. Do not ask why I'm suddenly being kind. I mentally told Igneel.
Yes, Lucy-chan. He replied.
I rather hurriedly approached Gray, Juvia, and a baby who sat near them, trying to avoid battle (though I would beat them with little effort). Juvia looked up at me, and grinned, so I grinned back. Gray was tending to the child, who faintly looked familiar.
"Ohayo, Gray-san, Juvia-san." I smiled, sitting beside Juvia. "And.. baby-chan?"
"Silver-chan is Gray-sama and Juvia's child. We started dating three years ago, and then Juvia soon had him. We named him after Gray-sama's father, who is in the Heavens now." Juvia explained, a small blush spreading across her cheeks.
"He is a very cute baby. It's also very nice how you name him after your would of been former father-in-law.." I gently patted Silver's head. "In Draconia, when a Child is born, the royal family would go out into the village and share their blessings. A small prayer would be said, and in the future, will be able to have skills of a Draconian born being."
"What abilities do they have?" Juvia asked.
"Enhanced senses. That being sight, hearing, smell.. durability, They are canonised by the Royal Family of Draconia themselves." I replied. "I wish to place a Draconian blessing on Silver-chan.."
"Of course you can, Lucy-chan!" Juvia picked up Silver, and placed him in my lap, cooing at her son. "Though, What is the process?"
"The process of this, is me using my copying magic to summon Water lock. This water lock will have Draconian essence within it, and will not hurt Silver-chan. When he is older, he will have the ability to absorb some elements, and merge with them to create his own magic. For example, if he absorbed Iron Dragon Slaying, he could use Ice Iron Devil slaying. Silver, Gray-san's father, was an Ice devil I believe. Gray-san should be able to use Ice Devil Slaying magic. Therefore, Silver-chan should be able to use it. It's possible for him to hold more then one magic, meaning he could inherit both or your powers."
I lifted my hands over Silver's head, a small orb swirling in the palm. I muttered a simple Water Lock spell, and Silver-chan was encased in it. People gathered around us, watching in awe. Silver-chan giggled, reaching out to me, ignoring the bubbles around him.
The Draconian Blessing was over, and people cheered in amazement. I passed Silver-chan over to Juvia, who had stars in her eyes (Why?). People joined us at the table.
"That was beautiful! Tell me, Lucy-chan, what magic did you learn?" Guildarts asked (he suddenly appeared).
"I learned over 15 types of Magic. Celestial Dragon Slaying, Fire Dragon Slaying, Ice Dragon Slaying, Water Dragon Slaying, Script Dragon Slaying, Space Dragon Slaying, Sky Dragon Slaying, Iron Dragon Slaying, Light Dragon Slaying, Shadow Dragon Slaying, Poison Dragon Slaying, Earth Dragon Slaying, Lightning Dragon Slaying, Copying Magic, Requip, Amplifier Magic, Arc Magic, Infiltration magic, Heavenly Embodiment, Archive Magic, Teleportation Magic, Celestial Spirit Magic and Portal Magic." I replied. "Twenty-three types of magic, If I have calculated right."
The silence over the Guild was deafening. People seemed to of grown pale, and the only sound to be heard, was my blinking. Even Makarov-san seemed, whiter (?)!
Guildarts was the first one to speak up again.
"Remind me to never.. ever.. ever..ever... ever.. be rude to you.." He whispered in fear.
"I wouldn't hurt you. You treated me as your own many years ago, so I must hold onto that respect." I said.
"Aw~! Lucy-chan is so sweet!" Igneel squealed, pinching my cheeks as he made cooey noises.
"Please refrain yourself from doing that, Iggy." I pryed his fingers off of my face, and inwardly grinned as he flinched at the nickname I made for him.
"Refrain yourself from calling me that, replacement." He sneered, grinning as I flinched at the nickname he made for me.
People quietened at this, their eyes visibly widening. When I had felt emotions, three years ago, I used to called Igneel-san, Iggy. Back to when I was a little girl, I remember I couldn't pronounce his name, and so (kindly) decided to give him a nickname.
I have become emotionless, you see, and so when he calls me "Replacement"- It does not affect me. To us, it's a simple share of banter between very close friends.
Natsu stormed over, heading in Igneel's direction. He had tears in his eyes, and was reaching out for Igneel.
"Igneel.. there is no point in hiding it. I can sense the happiness inside of you." I sighed, pushing him forward into Natsu's arms.
Everyone gasped in shock, realisation taking place. It wasn't by pure coincidence that I called the Red-haired man Iggy, was it?
More gasps erupted as they finally acknowledged the other Dragons around us, who were hugging their respective children in content. They all stared at me as if an explanation was wanted.
"I'm unsure of why you look at me like that. As if things have been cleared." I said, frowning in anger. "Half of the entire Guild ignored me for, two months? Maybe more. Do you expect me to just cuddle up to you?"
"Oi, Bunny-girl, It's best that you just calm down." Gajeel whispered, placing a hand on my shoulder, in effort to calm me.
"You know what, Gajeel. You're right. I'm not wasting my team on my so called "Nakama". I'm heading towards Iroshiya-chan's house, if you want to join me." I sneered, turning on my heel, and departing from the wretched Guild.
Inhailing the fresh scent of the night, I made my way towards Iroshiya-chan's house, but was suddenly stopped by several rays of light around me. In a flash, the Dragons and my friends surrounded me, shouting several words in shock. Dark mages (they clearly were) leapt out from imaginary (literally) places, and waved their weapons in front of us.
"I knew we shouldn't of come to Earthland!" I yelled, pulling off my Magic restrainers to begin fighting. "Celestial Dragons Roar!"
A beam of Gold, Silver and black shot out of my mouth, and successfully hit a row of mages. We were battling them, and Zeta was crying, so was Caleb.
Mother was trying to protect the houses, whilst a group was ganging up on her, the Nymphs attempting to back her up.
"Celestial Shadow Dragons iron fist!" I attacked some more people, but didn't notice the yelp of pain behind me. Turning around, I saw Caleb curled on the floor, with Mages surrounding him. Zeta seemed to of distracted his attackers, because now he was running towards Caleb, an light-blue aura surrounding him.
"Don't hurt Caleb-nii chan! Never hurt my nii-chan!" He yelled, standing infront of Caleb as he wailed in fear.
"Get out of my way, boy. You dare mess with Bladed Hearts?" A man dressed in black growled, pushing Zeta to the side.
"If you hurt nii-chan..!" Zeta growled back, stomping back over to Caleb's side. "Ice Devil's roar!"
A medium sized (Which is amazing, considering his age) shot out at the men infront of him, affectively freezing their arms. Though, one who wasn't frozen, growled, and charged up power. Zeta stood wide-eyed, breathing sharply as the man began to cast his spell. Zeta was out of power. He hadn't even begun to master Ice Devil magic, let alone work the basics of that spell.
"Soul Extinction." He blasted Zeta away, the boy crashing into several houses. I didn't know what happened. I felt a spark set off in my body, and I was beside his side in an instant, grimacingly taking in his injuries. His arm had been blown off, and.. there was so many injuries. Tears were forming. Tears? It's okay to cry for your loved ones. Tears streamed my face.
"E-Eh..? Wh- Wha.. Luc..y? Lu..cy.. I.. liked to think of you as my mama..." Zeta whispered, blood trailing from his mouth. "W-Was.. that bad.. of me?"
"I loved you like you was my child.." I whispered, gently stroking his head. "You have never wronged in your life Zeta-chan, so do not worry."
"W-Well.. mama.. why is it Dark?" He asked. "If.. I haven't wronged.. then why..is darkness.. around me..?"
More tears streamed down my face as I let out an odd whimpering noise, and brought Zeta closer into my embrace. I could sense his life force giving up, but I wouldn't allow him to go so easily.
"Z-Zeta-chan! Do not close your eyes!" I yelled, my voice wavering with uncertainty and worry. "Please!"
"B-But.. mama.. it hurts.. and the Dark..." He mumbled, going limper in my arms. "It's.. v-very.. dark.."
"Zeta.. please.. do not close your eyes.." I begged. "Please.."
"It hurts.. and it's dark.. mama.." He reached out into the darkness, then brought his arm back. "I.. loved you.."
He went deathly pale, and very motionless in my arms. Shakily, I placed him on the ground. I screamed out in sadness, tears continuously pouring from my eyes. Three magic staves, all the size of Sabertooth's Guild hall, formed above me. The first was Gold, the second was Silver, the last was Black. It shone a bright orange colour, and formed a beam of light, that was flashing on me. It was powering me. It was feeding me.
"Oops. Seems he got in the way. Oh well, not like him dying is going to change anything!" The man chuckled, leading the whole of the Mages (excluding us good ones) into a fit of laughter.
I requipped into my new armour, which I called Draconian Warrior, and charged at him.
"Celestial Dragons Infinite Blast!" I roared.
"Ice Devils Frozen Blaze!" Minato screeched, tears still in his eyes.
"Fusion! Elemental sentence!" The nymphs morphed into one massive thing (they were a legit thing) and all three of us charged into the Mages, finishing them off.
The enemies fell to the floor, heavily injured. Calming down, I dropped to the ground, near Zeta's body, and weeped some more. Minato walked behind me, placing a hand on my shoulder. Shakily, and emotionally, I crashed into his arms, screaming into his Cloak. The Dragons were surrounded by Fairy Tail, who seemed to of been watching on from afar.
I ignored there presence, and cried into Minato's shirt.
I could feel the horns forming. The horns of revenge. Black as abyss, moonlight reflecting on it.
You see? It's what I fear. The fear of becoming what you yearn for me to become.
But you had made me, Fate. Hadn't you? So there is no point in defying it. And now this is what you have made me evolve into, Fairy Tail.
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