Natsu and Lucy Meet
"Hi Lev!" Lucy called, swishing her way over to her petite friend through the morning crowd. It was New Year's Day, and surprisingly a lot of people were active already, despite the early hour. Levy waved back happily, silently admiring the blonde's choices of clothing, like most people around them. The author in question wore a fluffy, over-sized pink sweater that conveniently clung to her figure in just the right places and stopped just above her hips. Underneath she wore a white, collared blouse top, a white mini skirt with lots of frilly layers, coffee-coloured leggings and big brown winter boots that were lined with wool at the top. Her cream-coloured woolly hat and fake brown glasses helped disguise her, since many knew that this famous author lived in this town.
"Hey, Lu-chan." The blunette stood up to hug her friend as she reached her table and they sat again to look at the menu. They already knew what they were going to order; after all, Mira's Bistro was the only restaurant they'd go to in the years it'd been open. MiraJane made the finest food at the best prices and people from neighbouring towns and cities even came here to try it. Normally, as friends of the owner herself, Levy and the gang sat in a slightly sectioned off area that is usually kept open for them, however with it being just the two of them today they sat at a small corner table by the front windows instead.
"When's your next book-signing tour happening? Make sure to make one of the stops at my place," Levy teased happily.
Lucy shrugged back, setting the menu down. "I'm not sure. Some time this month I guess, since the book finally published a couple months ago."
"Ah, well let me know then. I'll have Asuka make some posters for the occasion like last time."
"Awh, I miss Asuka. And Alzack and Bisca. How old's Asuka now? Have you heard from them recently?"
"She's... thirteen now I think? Hitting that awkward stage of puberty," Levy laughed at the thought. "They're doing all right, I think. I got a call from Bisca a couple days ago, thanking me for the cards and gift for Asuka."
"What did you get her?"
"A box of acrylic paints. And a big tub of white paint, it's always the one to run out," giggling, Levy raised a hand out to wave at MiraJane, who was passing by, and flagged her down so they could order. They ordered hot drinks, chatting with the beautiful bistro owner for a few minutes before she left to fulfil their orders.
They stayed there for quite a while, before exiting the bistro and walking down the high street. There weren't many people out in this weather, so they both noticed the lone figure standing outside of the Inkwell as they approached it. Levy recognised the man once they reached a few metres of him.
"Natsu?" she questioned in surprise. The two women came to a stop in front of the rosy-haired man, who jolted at their sudden appearance.
"Ah, Levy!" he grinned, waving a hand. "I don't suppose you've seen Gajeel, have you?"
"No sorry, I've been out with a friend." Levy explained, flicking her eyes to the blonde a step behind her. "Natsu, this is Lucy Heartfilia, Lucy this is-"
"Heartfilia?!" Natsu perked up suddenly, eyes widening. Lucy jumped in shock. "The Heartfilia? Author of The Fairies of Tenroujima? No way!" He bounced up and down on the spot, repeating 'no way no way' under his breath, staring unabashedly at the rapidly reddening blonde author.
After a moment, the blunette's thoughts flashed and it clicked why Natsu seemed familiar. "Ah!" she exclaimed, pointing. "You're the kid that's always the first in line for the early-release copies of Lucy's book series!" She couldn't believe she'd forgotten such a interesting person!
"Excuse you," Natsu sniffed, crossing his arms. "I am twenty-one, for your information, not a kid."
"You act like one, though." Levy muttered. Sighing, she grinned to Lucy, who remained quiet. "As I was saying, this is Natsu Dragneel. He's at the same college as Gajeel, and in the same club."
"Hi!" Rushing forward, Natsu grabbed Lucy's hand with both of his and shook wildly, grinning and blushing at the same time. "I love you!"
Lucy blushed, eyes widening. "Eh?!"
"You're a fantastic writer, and a lot prettier in person!" Natsu kept grinning enthusiastically. "Do you think you can spare me some of your time in the future and go get coffee together some day? I have so many things to ask you!"
Lucy hesitated. "Er, if they're about the books, then-"
"No, silly, about you!" Natsu gave her a bland look. "I mean, everyone wants to know about things in the book. I want to know about the mind behind the story!" He grinned again, though this time he seemed a bit more sheepish. Behind him, Levy stood smirking at the blushing author.
"Um, well, let me think about it?" Lucy squeaked out. Natsu whooped in joy and hurriedly produced his phone from his pocket.
"Can I get your number, miss?" he winked cheekily.
Lucy smiled a little from that, and they swapped numbers pleasantly.
Levy didn't know it then, but she had inadvertently set up the world's future cutest couple without much thought about it. But it would be a good thing, she figured, if Natsu and Lucy got along well.
A/N:Hey guys! This isn't proof read, but I felt like I needed to get this out! Lucy and Natsu woop woop!
I should mention now that there will be no major plot with the other Fairy Tail members. For big plots, please read The Rhythm of Love or Small Steps. This started as a drabble and will stay revolving around Gajeel and Levy. No background sob-stories, just mentions of this and that and "lets see how it goes" -like in real life. You learn about people over time.
I'll still take suggestions for this story, though I'm going to be more decisive on what I'll put in it. Those who have suggested things already, your prompts have been taken into account :)
Thanks for reading! Small Steps Ch.3 is on it's way (it'll be 4k words remember, it takes a while), and The Rhythm of Love... well... the next chapter hasn't been started yet. But it'll get there eventually.
