Chapter 17
Completely satisfied and with sweat glistening on their naked forms the two love birds snuggled up to one another on the bed having finished their 'early morning activities'. Looking over to the clock on the wall Lucy saw it was nearly 10am and decided it was about time to make an appearance down stairs, reluctantly the two separated, got a quick wash, put on some clothes and left their room. They were only about half way down the first set of stairs when they heard an explosion coming from the front doors causing them to practically jump down the remaining flights of stairs, which let them arrive at the last few steps just as Oliver launched an attack at the wizard saint Jura.
Arctic Dragon's Glacial Fist
"ENOUGH!" Lucy screamed causing the guild to flinch and Oliver to freeze in his tracks (A/N no pun intended lol)and turn to watch in fear as Lucy descended the last few steps with an extremely stern look on her face and an aura of anger that would make dragon kings quake in terror. "There had better be a dammed good explanation for this" she said intimidatingly, "if you would permit me I can explain Master Heartfillia" Jura said before Oliver had the chance, her eyes flicked to Jura and she nodded silently "well my lady let me first say that Mister Revan's actions are completely justified I assure you" he began, "after our verbal altercation the guild asked me to remain as they discussed any restrictions that should be levied against me, which I was more than happy with as I needed to contemplate what I had done. During their deliberations Mister Revan and Mister Eater returned from their mission and were brought up to speed. After becoming understandably angry Mister Revan demanded that I be forbidden from entering this guild again, having realized that what I said to you was un-forgivable asked that his wish be granted, acting Master Laxus was displeased that such a decision had to be made but agreed. Mister Revan's actions a few moments ago were the result of me coming here after taking voluntary banishment, he must have seen it as a further betrayal and becoming understandably angry." "I see" said Lucy sighing as she did, "and would I be correct in assuming your return was due to the projection of the gentleman behind you?" Because of Oliver's reaction most of the guild hadn't even noticed the man a few paces behind Jura but even those that had hadn't noticed he was a projection "an excellent deduction" the man said as his projection stepped forward, "my name is Varris, Malachi Varris and I am a member of the magic council member," the realization that a magic council member stood before them stunned most of the guild but didn't faze Lucy. "You see" Varris continued "I asked Jura as a personal favour to introduce me to yourself and to Mr Revan as we have made our final decision. Fairy Eater Guild Master Lucy Heartfillia, the magic council had received several glowing commendations about you from Lord Death, Blue Pegasus Guild Master Bob, Quattro Cerberus Guild Master Goldmine, multiple members of your own guild AND the Celestial Spirit King himself. We were also deeply impressed by the reports of the recent incident that showed the sheer level of skill, power and determination you possess, especially when it comes to saving your comrades." "Even those who don't seem like it" a voice shouted from the infirmary door way, everyone turned to find Mirajane Strauss stood there with a warm smile on her face, "Lucy risked her own life to not only save Natsu's mate from a truly disgusting monster, namely myself, but to save me from whatever held my mind and soul, though my opinion may not be worth much anymore I truly believe that Lucy is a true saint." Looking at the others she found Natsu staring at her with anger in his eyes, though what she didn't know is that Natsu's anger wasn't for what she thought it was. Oblivious to the tension between Natsu and Mira, Varris turned back to Lucy and continued "see, even a former enemy is giving you high praise, the council's decision is to offer you, Lucy Heartfillia, the title of 'Fifth Wizard Saint', do you accept?" Lucy's mind was racing, so much had happened so quickly, becoming S-Class, becoming Guild Master, confessing to Gray, recovering Mira and now an offer of Wizard Saint, with pride welling up in her chest there was only one thing to be said, "It would be my honour to accept the tittle."
Needless to say after Lucy's acceptance the guild exploded into cheers and drinking with Lucy receiving a storm of congratulations including a rather heated hug and kiss from Gray that rather embarrassed a certain young Sky Dragon Slayer, even Jura was completely forgiven and asked to stay. Varris' projection faded after saying he'd set things in motion leaving everyone celebrating except Mira, seeing everyone so happy made the guilt in her heart burn like acid in her blood. Quietly she tried to make her way back to the infirmary only to be stopped by a few words "running away won't help ya know," she turned and answered "I know Laxus but how can I not? It wasn't long ago that I was trying to KILL Natsu's mate, I have no right to be present for a celebration." "BULL!" Laxus exclaimed catching Mira by surprise, "Jennifer is a smart and caring person that I happen to know has forgiven you completely since your body was being controlled, as for flame brain I can tell by looking he's angry for the same reason I am, how dare you? HOW DARE YOU CALL YOURSELF A MONSTER!? Mira you are the kindest soul I have ever met, you are beautiful inside and out! If I ever heard someone call you monster I'd shock them until they were nothing but ash and Natsu would be right behind me with flames ready," "Dam right I would!" Natsu shouted over. It was at this point Mira realized the room was silent and everyone was looking, "look around Mira, can you see even the slightest hint of anger? Or hate?" She looked around expecting to see looks of vengeance but instead she found nothing but caring smiles, even the people she didn't know, Jennifer rose from her seat and looked Mira in the eyes "Mira out of all the people here me and Natsu are the ones who have the right to hate you….and we don't! Not even slightly. I know that it wasn't you in control and that's why I won't forgive you because you haven't done anything! So there's nothing to forgive! If you'd let me though I would like to be your friend." Barely able to process the whole situation Mira turned back to Laxus and what she saw threw her for 6, Laxus Drayer, the mountain of muscles (as she called him) who never showed emotion had tears in his eyes, "Mira you just don't get how much I..WE care about you! Now promise me, promise you'll never call yourself a monster again" "Laxus I…" "PROMISE!" Mira's heart melted into a puddle on the floor, she had never seen Laxus show this much care for anyone, she couldn't help but wonder if there was something else behind his words, "I promise Laxus" she said with a warm and genuine smile on her face that seemed to calm. Suddenly she was overcome by an incredible sense of fatigue, her vision became blurry and her legs gave out entirely, but the cold floor never came as she was caught by someone and she didn't even need to look who it was, judging from the incredible muscles that she could feel all around she knew Laxus had caught her. Opening her eyes again and allowing her vision to sort itself out she came face to face with an extremely worried Laxus and a relieved looking Wendy, "she'll be fine, her body is still recuperating, big bro take her back to her hospital bed and give her some of the bright blue medicine in the middle cupboard." Laxus nodded and picked Mira up bridal style causing her to blush like crazy and carried her towards the infirmary, listening to the sounds of the celebration as they travelled. He followed Wendy's instructions and got the medicine for Mira before turning to leave and let Mira have some privacy. "Laxus wait" said Mira timidly causing Laxus to turn, "please…..please don't leave me alone…." Laxus was confused but turned back "yeah sure but…why? It's not like anyone here wants to hurt you ya know?" Mira sat up in the bed, brought her knees to her chest and put her head between them. "Because…." She started with a stutter "because I'm afraid alright, I'm afraid of being alone again" a look of confusion broke across Laxus' face "again? I don't get it? When were you before?" She looked at him with tears beginning to form in her eyes "when…when I was possessed….you see while that….thing was controlling me my mind was trapped within my own head, it was like I was watching a movie in 4D, I could see and feel anything that happened but I had absolutely no imput at all. I was all alone in a dark corner of my own mind with no way of communicating with anyone but able to feel all the blood on my hands as my body hurt, tortured and KILLED innocent people….." Tears fell from her eyes like a river and Laxus reacted without thinking, he ran over and enveloped Mira in the most comforting hug he could, "it's alright" he whispered in her ear "I'm right here, I won't go anywhere I promise, I'll never let you be alone again and I'll help you get through this I promise." Mira practically melted into the hug and continued to cry and cry until she cried herself to sleep in Laxus' arms, who simply laid down on the bed so they'd both be comfortable and covered her with his fur covered coat slowly slipping into the grip of sleep himself.