* Makarov was waiting at the other side of the exit. He tells you that the second part of the test involved finding the grave of the first Master Mavis Vermillion with the time limit being six hours and that he'll be waiting there. With that he vanishes quickly with a teleportation spell. You wander into the jungle with Erza with big animals that pop up occasionally trying to eat you. Unfortunately for them, Erza quickly discards them. You quietly follow Erza, she seems to have a lot in her mind right now. You poke at Erza grabbing her attention
"Hmm? What is it Frisk?" - Erza
* You ask how Erza is feeling.
"Well… I was thinking how I still have many ways to go.." - Erza
* You tell Erza that she's strong already. Erza made a small frown.
"I… I appreciate that Frisk but I still have to get stronger… For the guild…" - Erza
* You frown this time and tell Erza that she's being formal again with you.
"Ahh! I didn't mean to. I'm sorry!" - Erza
* You laugh telling Erza that you weren't trying to make her apologize. Just that you sometimes worry about how disciplined she is on herself.
"I…I …" - Erza
* Erza let out a defeated sigh.
"You always make me feel safe and relaxed like no one else can. Not that I don't trust anyone in the guild but… I have a duty to withhold and be someone people can rely on." - Erza
* You giggle, unable to hold it in. Erza's face becomes red.
"What is it?!" - Erza
* You decide to give Erza your thoughts.
"I don't care whether you decide to be disciplined or not. I don't care whether there's a side of you that I haven't seen before. There is no condition or circumstance that will change this." - Frisk
Frisk made a soft smile at Erza and hugged her.
"I will always rely on you and accept you for who you are no matter what"' - Frisk
"Thank you Frisk…" - Erza
With the hug over, the two continued into the jungle eventually finding the grave with Makarov sitting in front of it. Next to him though was a girl with wavy, pastel, blonde hair with a pink layered robe. You could tell that only you could see her as this girl was just a SOUL. You get to the conclusion that this is Guild Master Mavis Vermillion. You make eye contact with Mavis but Makarov brings you back to attention.
"So you two made it…" - Makarov
"Is it just us?" - Erza
"Yes. The others that passed round 1 got disqualified by the animals around here. You guys will be doing your final test here." - Makarov
* Mavis walks towards you and Erza spinning around and observing both of you. Ignoring her for now, you and Erza look at Makarov. He makes a wide grin.
"Just kidding!" - Makarov
"...Master?" - Erza
"I've been observing you two the whole time and well you guys proved to me that you have the strength but also not arrogant to only believe in power. You also have wisdom in your action. I am confident when saying that I don't worry about you becoming an S-rank mage Erza." - Makarov
Makarov made a solemn face after.
"However, you need to understand that becoming an S-rank mage will also put you in more danger, more responsibilities… These aren't things that you can prepare no matter how much time you have… Make no mistake that this is a difficult road you're going. You're only 15 Erza. You are still young and have the right to pursue other things if you want. I only ask this because I
Will respect your decision no matter what. Do you still want to become an S-rank mage?" - Makarov
Erza opened her mouth without hesitation.
"Master. I still remember the day you took me in. You showed me what it means to be strong but kind. You taught me how to use magic. You introduced me to my best friend… You… You…"
Tears fell from Erza's left eye. Frisk hands Erza a handkerchief
"I'm such a crybaby still. I always wanted parents because I didn't know what it felt like… I was jealous when I saw other kids at the village with their parents… However, I was wrong. You showed me what it was like to be loved… You are the only parent I need…! I want to be an S-rank mage not only to protect the guild, not just to become stronger but because…! Because..! I want to show others the kindness that you've shown me!" - Erza
"... I'm sad how quickly you had to grow up but more than that… I'm so proud how much you have grown despite your struggles and nothing can make me happier thinking that!" - Makarov
"Master!" - Erza
* You tear up looking at the bond Makarov and Erza have. Next to you is Mavis who is whaling in tears.
"WAHHHH! WAHH!" - Mavis
* You hand Mavis a handkerchief.
"Oh I can't grab your handkerchief but thank you….?! You can see me?! I haven't activated the spell yet for Fairy Tail members to see me yet…" - Mavis
* You make a gesture to lower her voice as she's ruining the moment.
"Ahh! Sorry!" - Mavis
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* With the moment passed, Erza is now officially an S-rank guild member. You all come down to where the campfire was and have a small(?) party with guild members waiting there. There's people getting drunk and the typical rivalry with Erza and Mirajane with Erza taunting how she passed but it's all in good fun. Once the party comes to a close with everyone drunk and sleeping, Makarov tells you to follow him which you do. You come to a quiet part of the jungle with the clear sky. You look at the pretty stars and gaze upon them. Makarov doesn't say anything and sits next to you looking at the stars too. Eventually, he starts talking
"It's wonderful right? Sometimes I come here alone and just look at the stars all night too." - Makarov
* You look at Makarov.
"I just want to thank you Frisk for being such a good friend to Erza and helping everyone in the guild. Including me.." - Makarov
* You tell Makarov that you're thankful for Erza being such a good friend to you and also everyone in the guild. Including Makarov. Makarov makes a snort laugh.
"Hahaha! Well then, I guess we're grateful for each other!" - Makarov
* You look at Makarov expectedly knowing that he called you for a reason.
"I mean what I said though… I'm grateful for the change you've brought to the guild." - Makarov
* You tell Makarov that you're just doing what you can.
"... I have an offer. By no means are you forced to do this nor will I treat you differently should you refuse this offer." - Makarov
* You nod seriously.
"... In a few years can you become the vice-leader of the guild? And should the time come when I can no longer lead… Will you become the guild master?" - Makarov
* …You tell Makarov that you're unfit to be a vice-leader or a guild master and that Makarov is going to be the guild master forever.
"Hehehe! This old man got a good decade left in him! However… I need a contingency plan as life doesn't go the way we wish and I know I can trust you to take over." - Makarov
* You tell him that you're not sure what he sees in you...You ask about potential candidates such as Laxus, Erza, or even anyone else in the tell Makarov that you're not fit to be a guild master.
"Oh even you know… I would love for Laxus to take over but lately he's been getting way too arrogant… I love Laxus but he needs to be more modest by a lot for me to even start considering him. I know Erza would probably do well too. Even most of the guild members too. However there is something that only you have. The capacity to keep going." - Makarov
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Frisk flinched from what Makarov said as if she got hit. She was silent for a long time. Eventually, Frisk opened her mouth.
"I've stopped before because it was too hard." - Frisk
"And that's okay" - Makarov
"I wanted to end it all." - Frisk
"And yet, you continued." - Makarov
"I couldn't save him!" - Frisk
Frisk raised her voice for the first time in forever.
"I COULDN'T SAVE EVERYONE!" - Frisk
"And yet, you never stopped trying, did you?" - Makarov
"WELL I WANTED TO STOP TRYING!" - Frisk
Frisk huffed harder and harder with tears falling harder and harder.
"I WANTED TO STOP BECAUSE EVERYTIME I TRIED AND TRIED AND FAILED IT HURT MOre and more and more…" - Frisk
Makarov tugged Frisk into a tight hug.
"But even then… EVEN THEN! You didn't give up because it was the right thing to do. And to be able to do that… Is something that we all strive to do." - Makarov
"I… I'm scared." - Frisk
"It's okay to be scared. It's okay to fail… Just know that Fairy Tail will be at your side every step of the way together." - Makarov
"...I'll do it." - Frisk
"... Are you sure?" - Makarov
Frisk made a small smile.
"...No.. but you told me right? Every step of the way together. Keep this a secret with Erza for now will you? I'll tell her myself." - Frisk
"Of course." - Makarov
Frisk leaned her head against Makarov. Quietly going to sleep and Makarov put up a blanket on top of her.
