All of Fairy Tail successfully defeated another dark guild, which unfortunately caused damage to their own guild. Of course some new remodeling allowed a pool to be added (water slide included), a new sauna/spa area, new sleeping quarters, and hospital area; little tweaks to the guild hall, bar, and second floor have also been added.
Of course after the victory the guild held a party that only Fairy Tail members could pull off.
Party in the Pool
Freed was currently soaking his feet in the pool, just relaxing in the chaos of the other guild members. Most of the girls were currently playing a game in the water while simultaneously trying to make sure the boys didn't start a fight destroying the newly remodeled guild *cough* Natsu, Gray, Gajeel *cough* The dark guild wasn't as bad as some of the guilds they faced off in the past, but that didn't mean they'd ever go easy on the people that attacked their nakama.
Freed sighed for what seemed like the second time today, before quickly looking around hoping no one noticed. Makarov left the pool area to answer a call from his lacrima in his office. Ever was "not flirting" with Elfman who was "not" paying attention to it at all. Freed stifled a chuckle at them before looking around at the others. Natsu and Lucy were definitely close, Gray and Juvia were practically dating already, Gajeel and Levi were absolutely adorable together, Jellal and Erza were the lovebird blushing pair (Jellal and his team helped out in the fight so he is visiting), Loki somehow got out of his gate again to flirt with most of the women in Fairy Tail, and Bickslow was talking to Laxus.
*sigh* Laxus.
Today! Today I'll go up to him and tell him he is more than just a friend to me and that I really, really like him! Freed thought with determination, although his butt seemed to be glued to the edge of the pool.
Freed had told Laxus long ago that he had more than friendly feelings towards Laxus when they were younger (in his early teens maybe)? Of course Laxus punched him in the face saying he, and I quote, "Don't do fags. You can stay on the team since you're useful. So I suggest you don't screw up or tell me your stupid feelings again or you're out." Although maybe Freed shouldn't have told Laxus his feelings after his father was excommunicated from Fairy Tail.
Laxus' words hurt Freed deeply to every extent, so he hoped that after a little while (since he was asked to look after Laxus, a request made by his grandfather), that it would end up being some sort of puppy love or maybe it would turn into hatred.
However, neither happened. Freed only became more deeply infatuated with Laxus the longer he was around the man. Sure he had been arrogant, selfish, and overbearing. Freed could see Laxus for what he really was. Laxus wanted to be out of the shadow of his father and grandfather (make a name for himself).
Laxus was awkward at times but he really did care about everyone (of course after being excommunicated himself, then the whole Tenrou Island mess, and then the Grand Magic Games), and of course Tartaros, Freed knew the real Laxus behind the mask. Or what Freed liked to say, behind the scar. Freed never saw Laxus actually date anyone even though there were rumors everywhere. Laxus leaving one-night stands, Laxus sleeping with Mira, Laxus having a mistress, the ridiculous list went on and on. Freed wasn't sure what to believe anymore but hoped that none of them were true. Freed only knew that Laxus liked to get drunk when he was frustrated, but other than that Laxus wouldn't be taken advantage of unless he wanted it to happen.
So to say Freed was afraid to tell Laxus his true feelings in exchange to getting a punch to the face again (or electrocuted), kicked out of the Raijinshuu, or embarrassing Laxus or having Laxus embarrass him; yeah Freed was afraid. But holding these feelings in his heart for the last nine years has turned his heart into an aching painful mess that hurt every time Laxus smiled at him or was nice to him.
Bickslow and Evergreen knew Freed's feelings for Laxus, since they cornered him about it a long time ago. Freed told them the whole story, knowing deep down it wouldn't change anything anyway. Bickslow and Evergreen never tried to push the subject since Freed knew he had a look on his face that clearly said 'I am depressed about Laxus not loving me back so don't talk about it,' and they never did. There really wasn't much to say since Freed tried dating other people, but his heart never changed.
Freed and Laxus may have been a good pairs team in a fight, but a pair as a couple?
Not in a million years.
Freed sighed again at the thought wishing for something to change in his love life. Anything to make the pain in his heart stop aching.
Laxus was only half listening to the Seith mage in front of him before furrowing his brow in worry at his green haired script user across the pool.
Woah wait! He isn't my script user… he's the guilds'. Right. Laxus held in a sigh before glancing back at the greenette Why are you so sad today Freed?
"Laxus!"
"Laxus!"
Bickslow's babies were currently flying around his head since he stopped paying attention to Bickslow. Laxus half-heartedly swatted at them before glaring at said Seith mage.
"What's with you today? You've hardly glared at anyone or made any death threats. If I didn't know better I'd say you were coming down with a cold!" Bickslow exaggerated by putting the back of his hand against his forehead making Laxus slap him on the back of the head.
"Shut up."
"Your two most famous words, I know" Bicks smirked at him making Laxus roll his eyes.
Laxus was definitely brooding about something before he saw Laxus glance towards Freed before looking back at the beer in his hand.
Oh… maybe a little meddling would do these two good! Ever said not to since it could do more harm than good, especially if I did it –whatever that means!
"Dude just tell him!" Bicks spouted out the first thing that popped into his head hoping Laxus was thinking about Freed.
Yup! Right on the mark! Bicks saw Laxus stiffen for a moment before looking confused at Bickslow.
"Tell who, what exactly?" Laxus drained the rest of this beer before crossing his arms.
"Oh you know, a little green haired mage who is really good with runes and in the Raijinshuu. Super smart and about yay high!" Bickslow raised his hand to indicate how tall Freed was.
"And what exactly am I to say to him?"
"Dude…" Bickslow suddenly became serious before whispering so quietly so none of the dragon slayers could listen to their conversation, "you know how he feels about you. You need to either get off your ass to tap that or give Freed some kind of closure to let you go. And definitely not an asshole conversation you had with him when you were fifteen" Bickslow crossed his arms glaring at the lightning mage before him who went from shocked, to angry, to worried making Bickslow burst out laughing (secretly Gajeel and Wendy heard the conversation anyway since they were the closest to the two).
Everyone pretty much ignored the Seith mage at that point since they didn't want to get caught up in anything that made the crazy man laugh. Laxus shuffled his hair before letting out a frustrated sound.
"I… think I like him" Laxus whispered making Bickslow's jaw drop to the floor (and Gajeel and Wendy's secretly), "but I've hurt him a lot. I should just let him go."
"I'm going to say this with as much love as I can" Bickslow said gently, placing his hands onto Laxus' shoulders. Bickslow then began to shake him back and forth with frustration whispering, "You get your sorry ass over to Freed, confess your undying love and start dating and romanticizing the shit out of him. Don't you dare let him go you conceded bastard! That'll only make things harder on Freed if he finds out you didn't even try to be with him! Jeez shouldn't dragon slayers have mates or whatever!? Well Freed is your mate no doubt about it! Open your eyes because if you haven't been able to see it by now, Freed will be taken from you and maybe you'll finally feel the pain he's been through!"
Bickslow was huffing at this point while Laxus was put into a stupor, and was nauseous.
"I… wouldn't know where to start" Laxus looked thoroughly confused before becoming angry.
I'm not good with these kinds of things damn it! I'm just going to hurt him more Laxus was angry with himself.
"Ask him to go with you to that mango smoothie stand that opened up in Magnolia. Then just say what feels right. Freed enjoys your company well enough for a stupid dragon slayer" Bickslow smirked at him making Laxus drop his shoulders in defeat.
Laxus made an about face before walking to the rune mage, nervous.
Please say yes. I think it's about time I make your pain go away and figure out these feelings I'm having about your cute little self… stop… back up… I did not just say that did I? Laxus thought before straightening significantly up, making his way to the other side of the pool.
Evergreen looked confused at Bickslow who was smiling proudly. Ever immediately raced over jumping on him and demanding to know what exactly he did to their belovéd leader.
"I told you not to meddle and what do you do?" Ever seethed, "YOU MEDDLE!"
"Jeez! Shut up woman or they'll hear you!" Bickslow quickly clamped his hand over Evergreens mouth. Truth be told, most of the guild members knew how Freed felt towards Laxus, but no one knew whom Laxus liked at all; or if he even liked anyone. Everyone also knew that Mira only like Laxus as a friend saying he wasn't her type of something. After Ever's little outburst, some of the guild members were glancing to Laxus, who was making his way towards Freed, wondering with baited breathe what was about to go down between the two (secretly there was also a betting pool between the two but lets not tell them that)!
In a Dark Hallway of the Guild that Leads to the Pool Area Which is completely Empty Except for a Single Person (Yes I know this is a long title (._.))
"No! If Laxus ends up with Freed it'll be a mockery to Fairy Tail and to the Dreyer family! He's just confused! Yes that's it, confused! That greened haired little minx is just trying to put himself into the spotlight! No! I should be in the spotlight! I won't let you ruin Laxus or the family name with your homosexual misconceptions you little bitch! I will make sure your heart is destroyed and that you will never want to be near Laxus or Fairy Tail again! *insert evil cackle*
"Reverse emotion, hatred times three! Dark spell!" And thus a horrific spell was caste on a few choice members of Fairy tail.
Shit is About to Hit the Fan. Prepare for Angst and Derogatory words! And Also Maybe Have a Few Tissues at the Ready; Not Kidding You Have Been Warned.
Natsu lifted his nose up for a moment, smelling something strange, before getting his head dunked into the water by Gray.
"Freed" Laxus said gently making Freed snap his head up to Laxus before standing at attention in front of him.
"Is something wrong Laxus?" Freed was worried seeing Laxus looking nervous.
So cute when you behave like that; your eyes always gleam when you look at me. Such a beautiful blue…
"There kind of is but maybe we should talk about it… someplace private?" Laxus directed his hand in a motion that meant to leave the pool area.
"Of course Laxus" Freed whispered.
It isn't what you think; stop overreacting! If he hasn't conveyed his feelings to you now then he never is! Freed thought miserably.
Just when Freed started to turn around, Laxus, Bickslow, Evergreen, Mirajane and Erza saw something dark cross their vision. Laxus suddenly grabbed Freed's arm, no longer in control of his body or voice for that matter.
What the hell!?
"Maybe I'll just say it here!" Laxus burst out his eyes becoming cruel and his mouth quirked into an evil smirk.
"L-Laxus.. what-"
"You love me right? Well maybe I wasn't clear with you! I don't need a disgusting fag's hands all over me saying my name with a dirty cock sucking mouth! That's all you wanted from me right? My cock!" Everyone gasped in shock at the cruel words, Freed frozen in terror his heart beating so rapidly it would have burst from his chest.
I don't mean that! What the hell! I like you Freed! I like you, I like you, I like you-
"Ha! I still don't think he gets it Laxus" Bickslow piped up, "course fags like him only think about one thing right!"
"Fag!"
"Fag!"
Bickslow's little tikis sang.
What the shit! Those aren't my words!
Everyone's mouths were dropped down at this point, too shocked to move.
"It was rather embarrassing having a homo in the group anyway to be honest! I mean it made us look ridiculous having a fag in the Rijinshuu! People probably thought we were just pitying you *snort* but of course we were!" Ever laughed horribly before slapping her hands over her mouth tears coming to her eyes.
H-How cruel! This isn't me!
"Ever!" Elfman piped up, horrified by what she just said but Ever furrowed her brow looking confused.
"It's about time you guys got rid of the eyesore honestly. Fairy tail, having a homosexual member is bad for business and ruins our Nakama's name" Erza tutted making Jellal snap his head to her. Erza slapped her hand over her mouth looking confused at Jellal.
What were those words that just came out! I'd never say that! Love is love!
"Teehee. Besides Freed" Mira walked over to Laxus, slinging herself practically over him, "what would he want with a no body like you when he can have me. At least I know I could pleasure him properly and do the guild proud. So a useless little thing like you should have gotten that through your head by now. Maybe we should show you what proper fucking looks like" Mira gave another giggle before immediately freezing.
I don't feel that way about Laxus at allnor do I think that way about Freed!
"That sounds good. Although I don't need him thinking about me in any more of his dirty disgusting fantasies" Laxus growled, removing his hand from Freed's arm (which was bruised) before punching Freed in the face hard. Freed coughed up some blood, tears spilling from his cheeks, before running out of the pool area.
Everyone froze. The black vision that crossed over their eyes left again after 20 minutes of frozen shock before Natsu sniffed the air in question.
"FREED!" Laxus yelled in horror, dropping to his knees, "I REALLY LIKE YOU!" That got everyone to move to Laxus.
"What the hell just happened!?" Ever burst out.
"Those weren't my words at all!"
"Me either!"
"I'd never say something like that to Freed!"
"Laxus…" Wendy whispered, touching his shoulder gently, "Gajeel-sama and I overheard your conversation with Bickslow, what just happened doesn't make any sense!"
"What conversation?" Jellal wanted to know what the hell was going on just as badly as everyone else. Even though it was embarrassing, Bickslow explained the conversation he had with Laxus before. After that everyone understood Laxus' had at least romantic feelings for the rune mage, so what the hell happened?
"I smelled something weird a few times but wasn't sure what it was" Natsu butted in trying to explain the smell to the other dragon slayers.
"God damn it! We have to get to Freed! Natsu, Gajeel, Wendy find the smell! Ever, Bickslow, Elfman, Lisanna, Gray, Juvia, make sure no one leaves town! Laxus-" Cana began shouting, "get your ass off the floor and explain EVERYTHING to Freed!" Cana lifted up the angry and confused man who burst out into a run, determined to get back his Freed.
You have given me too many chances Freed. I beg you, out of selfishness, give me one more.
"Mira, Erza" Cana began as the two women looked livid.
"What exactly were you feeling when the words were coming out of your mouth? Anything weird before or after?" Levy asked wondering what strange spell was at work here. It would have to be a pretty skilled person to control the movements of five people. Lucy looked to be thinking along the same lines as Levy.
They all knew one thing for sure, someone messed with their nakama and they were going to pay dearly.
Was that enough drama? Yes? I thought so! (•_•) Comment how you like it so far! This is my first Fairy Tail story after all! Hope my characters aren't too OOC.
