- One week later -
It was the day of the funeral, everyone had gathered in front of Lucy's grave. Even though Natsu had refused, he ended up attending, though sat on the roof of the guild watching from above, able to hear everything thanks to his dragon hearing.
Lucy's grave was located by the guild, as the guild was her home, therefore it was decided that she would want it to be there.
The master stood on a podium beside the grave overlooking Lucy's friends and family. He held letters Levy had found when cleaning Lucy's flat, a letter to all her closest friends, and instructions for these to be read if she were to die.
"Lucy of Fairy Tail was a brave, strong and beautiful young lady. Her heart was so large and affected all of our lives in the best way possible. The guild will no longer be the same without her, her bright smile, her energetic personality…" The master began; he then took out the letters.
"Lucy wrote letters to her closest friends, and in the event of her passing she has granted that I read them aloud to you" He told them, though tears were falling everyone but Levy was left in the dark and had no idea this was coming. They couldn't prepare themselves.
The Master cleared his throat trying his hardest not to cry. He began to read the letters in order they were placed.
To Master Makarov (And the Fairy Tail Guild),
I still remember the first time I entered the Fairy Tail doors. The atmosphere was intimidating at first, but you all welcomed me with open arms! I remember Mira giving me the mark of Fairy Tail and I was extremely happy! I remember seeing the first brawl, stood by the bar watching everyone fight, I thought everyone was crazy and I was right, but the fights and banter were all part of the unique Fairy Tail experience! Thank you everyone for making me feel welcome!
Master, the first time I saw you, you scared the hell out of me! You were huge! But what's bigger is your heart, it brought me to tears when ever you would care for us and say we were your children, you were more of a father to me than anyone Master, I thank you for this!
Love Lucy x
Master Mokarov had to take a moment to collect himself after reading that aloud, wiping away his falling tears and clearing his throat before continuing.
To Levy,
You have been such a close friend to me, sharing my interests in literature and showing me new things every day. You and the boys make an amazing team together and I'm sure you will go far! Don't think I haven't noticed the spark between you and Gajeel, I know there is something there, so if you both see this, my last wish for both of you is to finally get together, okay? Make me proud!
And Gajeel! If you ever hurt Levy again I will come back from the afterlife and kick your ass got it!
I love you Levy, Live well and happy for me, okay?
Love Lucy x
Levy Listened intensely to the letter, though she'd found them she hadn't read them. Levy let out a sad chuckle at the words read and couldn't help but blush and look up at Gajeel with tear filled eyes. Gajeel looked at Levy with a sad smile and wrapped his arm around her as she cried "I promise Lucy, I will take good care of Levy for you" Gajeel said, rubbing Levy's back.
To Cana
I know we haven't been the closest of friends but you have always been an inspiration to me, though I don't intend on challenging your drinking skill, I admire your passion. Soon we will be going off as partners to the S class trial! I have faith you will win! I'd never want to see you leave the guild… So please… Stay for me, I was so happy when you came to mine and we had that heart to heart, I felt so lucky to be trusted with your feelings, you deserve good things! Also you gave me so much love life advice, I am still such a novice but your words helped me become more knowledgeable on that topic.
Thank you for inspiring me to be not just a better woman, but a better wizard!
Love Lucy x
Cana had her head hung low the entire service, the entire week really, however she raised her head when she heard her name "A letter for me?" she quietly said, listening to Lucy's last words to Cana only caused fresh tears to fall down her cheek. She had no idea Lucy felt this way towards her, how could she have left Lucy all alone on that island… "I-If I hadn't left you alone you'd be here right now…" she mumbled to herself silently with a soft sob, covering her face as she fell apart with guilt. Gildart silently wrapped an arm around Cana, letting her cry in to his chest "It wasn't your fault… Lucy wouldn't want you to feel this way and you know it" he told her in an attempt to comfort. Cana knew she'd never forgive herself, but to start making up for her mistake and to honour Lucy's wishes she had decided to stay at Fairy Tail and live up to Lucy's name and final wish.
To Mirajane, Elfman and Lisanna
Mira, you along with Cana have taught me so much! And you have been there for me through thick and thin. It was you and only knew about my secret, you knew even before I did, this still amuses me. If you're seeing this then I hope I got to express my secret and pass without any regrets.
Thank you for all you have done for me!
Elfman, you always knew what it is to be a real man, and I couldn't have agreed more with you! You were more of a real man than anyone! Look after your sisters for me okay? I know you will do really well in the future!
Lisanna, we haven't known each other for very long but you are such a beautiful young woman, I remember hearing stories about you when I first came to the guild, they were such beautiful stories. Please take care of Natsu and Happy for me! I know your love and kind heart will protect everyone dear to me.
Love Lucy x
The three Strauss siblings all listened carefully to their parts, they were stood together, Mira and Lisanna had not stopped crying throughout the entire service, Elfman hand one hand around each of them to comfort them but he couldn't help let a tear loose now and then. Mira knew exactly what secret Lucy had spoken of and smiled "Your Natsu knew… you can pass without regret" she sniffled. Lisanna sniffled and wiped her eyes "I-I will do my best Lucy, I will never be able to replace you though… you're one of a kind and even though we just met… I'll miss you…" She trailed off in a sob and hugged her big sister tightly.
To Wendy and Carla,
Though you are also reasonably new, you both fit into our family so fast! You were like a little sister I never had! And Carla, I admired your passion towards Wendy and you caring heart. I hope to have many adventures with you both!
Oh! And Carla~ Give Happy a chance~ You couldn't find a more loveable and caring Exceed if you tried~
Wendy, grow into the beautiful and loving woman I know you will become! You will be saving so many lives and I am so proud of you!
If for some reason I pass and you weren't there or weren't able to heal me, please do not punish yourself! Wendy, I know you always do things 100% you never give up, even if it killed you, so please, smile and live with my memory in your heart, live happily for me okay? Promise me~
Love Lucy x
Wendy was holding Carla close to her, standing by Gray at the front of the service, She listened silently, warm tears streaming down her cheeks, even Carla was crying silently but still trying to be strong for Wendy. "I-I'm so sorry Lucy…" Wendy cried, Gray put a hand on her shoulder. "I-I will try my best to live happily for you Lucy" She sniffled and hugged Carla more. Carla had listened to Lucy's last words and smiled softly, she knew Happy was a good Exceed and she was happy to agree with all of Lucy's words "I will take good care of Wendy" she purred.
To Gray,
Gray, I think it's time for you to wake up and admit what you'd told me, I know Juvia would greatly appreciate it, and if this is seen before you have done it then HA! Sorry for spilling the beans~
Nevertheless, you were always one of my greatest friends and like a brother to me, your stripping habit never bothered me, I always found it rather amusing and comforting in a strange way, it's what made Fairy Tail special and home. Thank you for all the times you comforted me when I was down and supported me through thick and thin! I'll never forget any of it, even after death.
I'll miss you!
Love Lucy x
Gray was trying his very best to withhold tears, he wanted to be strong for his comrades. While he listened to the master read out Lucy's letter to him, he couldn't help but blush at the first part and glanced at Juvia who was non-the-wiser. He had planned on telling Juvia his feelings but it was never the right time, but now he'd have to tell her, for Lucy; after the service of course. Gray continued to listen and the final words of his best friend forced the sob he'd held back. "Lucy… you were like a little sister I'd never had… I'll never forget you" He spoke softly and covered his face with his fringe.
To Erza,
Where to I begin, when I first arrived at Fairy Tail I'd heard rumours of you, that you were terrifying and scary, however when I saw you for the first time I just thought 'Wow… She's beautiful'
As time went on you became my hero, someone I look up to and want to become or surpass, though I have a long way to go!
Erza, I never had a big sister, but you were the closest I ever got, you 'are' a big sister to me!
I could never pay you back for all you had helped me with, I just hope one day I will be able to challenge you and have a proper drink with you. If not then that's okay too, the time we spent together and the adventures were worth every second!
Thank you for everything Erza!
Love Lucy x
Erza raised her head and listened to Lucy's last words to her, they made her chuckle softly and blush, she had no idea that was Lucy's first impression of her, it made her happy. Tears were still falling, she held back sobs and continued to listen with the memory of the celestial mages bright smile imprinted in her mind. Her eyes widened as Lucy spoke of her as a big sister, this and the last of the letter broke Erza's hard shell, she broke down and fell to her knee's covering her face as she sobbed freely "O-Oh Lucy… I miss you already… I wish… I wish you'd come back… you also were like a little sister to me… I had so much I wanted to teach you…"
To Happy
If youre seeing this then Natsu is going to need you more than ever, not to get on my high horse but I know Natsu cares about everyone in the guild with his large heart and if any of us left, it would break in to pieces. Please try and help him fix his broken heart for me, okay?
You are one of the best friends I've ever had! I still have fish in my freezer ready for you at any time! Thank you for always making me smile, even when you tease me and make me yell at you and Natsu for breaking in to my place or saying silly things, these memories are the ones I cherish!
You're an amazing Exceed Happy, please live up to your name for me and look after everyone in my place~
I'll miss you so much little buddy,
Love Lucy x
Happy whimpered, he was flying up front with Erza and Gray, he looked at the master as he read Lucy's letter to him. His tears had never stopped, he'd found it hard to get Natsu so say even a word to him this whole time. "I-I will Luuushy… I promise I will look after everyone while youre gone!" he sobbed and fell to the floor. Carla and Wendy knelt next to happy and grieved together, Carla's paw on Happy's before hugging him and crying with him.
To Natsu
This letter has been the hardest to write… What is there that I can say to express how much you mean to me?
I love you Natsu, I have since the moment we met, and I hope I got the chance to tell you this in person. You were always there for me, saving my life. I hope I can save yours, at least once, to return the favour. Thank you for always picking jobs that suit me well, and for keeping me company and caring for me when I was sick or injured. If you're seeing this then I have left this world, I have moved on and get to see my mother again. I leave my spirit keys with you Natsu, keep them safe and if a celestial wizard you trust comes to the guild, then I trust you to pass them onto a new owner that will care for them as well I as I did or better.
I know you will become depressed and secluded but get your ass out there right now and be happy! For everyone in the guild! You all need each other! Live your life to the fullest, in my memory!
Natsu, you hear me? Smile, remember me, live a happy life! It will hurt at first but you will heal! Talk to people okay? I know you better than most.
I love you so much Natsu, and I will miss you…
Please take care of everyone and Happy for me okay?
Every adventures we went on were the best times of my life, and I hope I went on many more adventures~ Thank you Natsu for everything! I was always happiest at your side~ I'm so glad we met!
Love Lucy x
Natsu sat on the roof of the Guild, his head hung but eyes glancing at the grave and the Master as he read the letters. Natsu's eyes widened more and more as the letter to him went on, his eyes filling with tears that burnt and fell down his cheeks in rivers. He didn't know what to say, only listen and hold on tightly to the keys Lucy had given him to protect. "I will protect them for you Luce… I… I will try and live in your name… to look after others… to do what I failed to do with you…" he spoke softly, of course no one could hear him but everyone in the guild knew he'd heard and the pain was shared among everyone.
Even some people from other guilds had come to the service in memory of Lucy.
Though the day was filled with sorrow and darkness, the sun shone bright, Natsu glanced up towards the sun, his red wet eyes widened he could have sworn he'd seen Lucy's bright grin within the light of the sun. 'I'm so proud of you Natsu, we will meet again' A voice, her voice rang in Natsu's head as he saw her proud smile and beautiful eyes slowly disappear in the sun rays.
Natsu knew she was right, they will meet again one day.
He looks forward to that day, but in the meanwhile he had a job to do, and he would let her down.
The End
(A/N: I hope you enjoyed this AU of episode 109, I know there are a lot of Lucy death Fan Fics but I felt like writing my own ^_^ did it make you shed a tear? I tried to include as many characters as I could, I still haven't gotten too far with the series, only about 115 . But still~ I think I'll probably write another soon, something less sad, maybe a cross over with another anime? Not sure yet, let me know your thoughts in the review below~ NALU will always be number one~! I hope they put that in the anime at some point 0-0
Thank you for reading! Have a great day!