Okay, I've got quite some stuff to say here. First off, and most importantly, I'm going take the next week off of uploading chapter - for this story and my other one. This is for a few reasons - personal and public. The stuff I'm about to share are the public reasons,

Firstly, I want to type more than two thousand words for once, in this story at least, so that will give me more time. The reason I haven't been doing so, lately, is because I've been having writer's block. I've also been lacking motivation. What really motivates me are those reviews.

That's really all.

Also, I'm going to change some things to the whole 'Grand Magic Games' story line. The most important thing: there will be NO Eclipse Project. That's because I've been going for the wiki for most of my information, and, frankly, I don't understand it that much. I actually haven't reached that part in the story, so yeah.

Another thing, Jiemma won't be attacked by Sting.

Plus, I would like to go over all of my chapters, and check them for mistakes, one last time. That will take a while, but I'll finally be able to clean out my story tab list.

Lastly, there's a poll on my profile, go answer it, please! I will end the poll at the end of this month (July, 2015)!

So, now:

Stars Were Meant For Light; Chapter 10; Just Like Old Times

Sting's P.O.V

I groaned, and lifted myself off of the bed. I stretched my arms, and looked down at Lucy. She was still asleep – most likely because she was weak with the loss of her magic power. I lied back down, bringing her head against my chest.

Smiling, I started remembering the events of today and the past. Lucy has always – since we met, at least – had a special spot in my heart. She was my first friend. She was the first mage I'd ever met. She was the first person to care about me.

Of course, those are excluding Weisslogia. I had considered him my friend, a mage, and a caring person.

I suddenly remembered Minerva's threat. I wasn't going to let that stop me from being with Lucy. I had been without her for too long. But what could I do?

Keep it a secret? How would I be able to do that? I would have to, though. I couldn't just quit Sabertooth. Normally, I would quit a guild for something – or someone, in this case – important. But you simply can't quit Sabertooth, especially when you're considered the strongest in the guild.

Sighing, I held on to Lucy tighter. All this thinking hurts my brain. Before I could get a headache, I pushed it aside. I'd find a way – eventually. Today was about catching up with her… Even though it hasn't been going too good so far.

I looked down, making it so that I could see her head. She's smaller than I thought she was. Guess I was just short when she found me. Chuckling, I smiled at how she actually missed me. I thought I was the only one who was upset.

My attention was brought back to reality when I heard a groan. Slowly, Lucy's head moved, so that she was still against me, but she was facing me.

"Huh? What happened?" She asked, quietly, making it almost impossible for someone to hear. Of course, I probably wouldn't have heard it, if I weren't a dragon slayer.

"You fell asleep… again." I answered.

"Oh…" Is all she said.

I decided that I would get her flustered, like how I use to. It was always funny to see her angry back then, let's see if it still is, "Yeah, maybe if start sleeping at nights, instead of getting drunk at bars. And maybe you should stop hooking up with every guy that buys you a drink."

I saw her eyebrow twitch, before she completely burst, "I DO sleep at nights! AND I NEVER DRINK! None the less, GO TO BARS! And about boys, I'VE NEVER EVEN HAD A BOYFRIEND!"

I was shocked after she said the last statement. Soon after she comprehended what she said, she blushed, and her face saddened.

"You've never had a boyfriend?" I asked, in disbelief. All she did was nod. Inwardly, I was celebrating. It may make me sound like a terrible person, but I'm not! Sometimes, at least… But if anyone says I'm terrible, I'll show them how terrible I can be.

Back to my private celebration, I was celebrating because the person I love and would do anything for has never been in any relationship. I would be the first one for her. Of course, this isn't mutual. I've hooked up with a lot of girls, mainly to help me get over losing Lucy. But none of them had been more than a one-night stand.

I felt Lucy move in my grasp. "Sting?"

"Yeah?"

"Why are we in the same bed? And why are you holding onto me?" I looked down, and saw her blushing.

I, too, began to blush. I quickly pulled my arms off of her, "S-Sorry! I-It – I…" Once I calmed down, I began to speak normally, "It's because that's what you did when I was smaller than you, so I thought I would try it… You know, kind of nostalgic."

"O-Okay."

I decided, once again, to tease her, as to break the awkwardness, "It seems I might still be smaller, you've put on some weight since we've last met."

And, like always, her eyebrow twitched, "WHAT DID YOU SAY?"

I smiled. This was just like old times.

Levy's P.O.V

I was absolutely stunned. What would he want with Erza?

"What do you want with Erza?" I asked.

He sighed, "Well, I'm in no place to tell. Just ask your friend, Lucy, the next time you see her."

"But…" It seemed that he was pretty serious. But, then again, he always seems serious. He wasn't as serious when he was younger, but he still was pretty serious.

"But?" He said, trying to get me to continue.

Now it was my turn to sigh, "Never mind; come on!" I grabbed my muffin and coffee, and left the payment on the table.

"How do you know her, Rogue?" I heard someone say, presumably one of the exceeds.

"It's a long story." It's not that long! I internally yelled.

"Levy." I heard Rogue say.

"Yeah?"

"Where are you taking us?"

"To my guild's inn! Erza might be there; it didn't seem that she was going to stay at the arena for long."

I continued guiding them down the street, to Fairy Tail's inn. I guess it was convenient that the inn and café are on the same street.

Sting's P.O.V

It took about ten minutes, but our bickering finally ended, with Lucy declaring herself the winner. I smiled, once again, and couldn't help but be thankful to have her in my life again.

"Sting," I heard Lucy say. I grunted in response, "I'm having fun, but I should really head back to my inn. I wouldn't want to worry the others."

I shook my head, "Don't worry. I got someone to go and tell your friend from earlier – Erza."

"Really?"

I nodded, "It's been eight (8) years, I want to catch up some more. Plus," I added, "It would be a waste of this hotel room."

"Oh, about that, Sting," Lucy said, looking down at her lap, "I kind of don't have any jewels on me, could I pay you back later?"

I lightly chuckled, "Don't worry about paying back anything. This is my gift."

"You sure?"

"Yep. But, that means I expect you to stay tonight." I said, hoping she would agree.

She smiled, "Okay! But, we aren't just going to stay here for the next few hours, are we?"

I shook my head, "No. Crocus has a lot of stuff to see." Of course, I've seen all of it, but you've eight (8) years to catch up on. I'm willing to see it again, if it's for you. I added in my head.

She smiled, again, "Then what are we waiting for?" She got off the bed, grabbed my wrist, and began to drag me out the door. Or, attempt to drag me out the door. I simply began to allow her to pull me. I wouldn't want to pain her with her injuries.

Either way, this was going to be fun. I would make sure nobody messes this up. Master's daughter or not.

That's a promise.

Okay, not much to say, except answer the questions at the beginning! Okay, I really how to help my bowl movement!

So, 'til next time,

~Peter!