-Something Better: The After Story-

Chapter 5: Children

My brother bought a new body wash. He smells like lavender :) English is my second language so please forgive me for the mistakes I make.

I do not own Fairy Tail.

"WHAT?!" Rogue shouted as he stared at the Lacrima Crystal in horror. "Yeah, man, it's true. She's in there right now." Sting, in the other side of the Lacrima said.

"Right now?!" Rogue shouted again. "Yes. Now. And stop screaming!" Sting replied. There was a blur and Kyuki's face appeared on the Lacrima. "Better hurry up, Rogue. She's callin' fer ya." She said.

Rogue started breathing rapidly. "Don't give yourself a heart attack. We're at Magnolia Clinic. Get here ASAP." Sting stated and the call ended.

Rogue didn't need to be told twice. He ran outside the train station and looked around. "Fro!" He called out for his exceed friend. Fro saluted him and activated his Aera magic. Two angel like wings sprouted from his back. Fro picked up Rogue and flew out as fast as he can.

Please wait for me, Lucy, He thought. Rogue was about to leave for a mission when Sting called, saying that Lucy has been admitted to the clinic. One thing ran through his mind. His first child is gonna be born.

After several minutes, Rogue and Fro landed in front of the clinic. The clinic is more of a hospital that looks like a cozy inn.

Fro collapse in Rogue's arms. Poor thing, he was dead tired. "Thanks, Frosch. You can expect a new brother and sister soon." Rogue patted his head. Fro purred. "Fro can't wait!" With a tired exceed in his arms, Rogue rushed to where Sting and Kyuki was.

He walked through the corridors hoping to find the color yellow and orange. "Rogue, buddy! Over here!" Sting waved. Rogue turned his around and spotted Stimg and Kyuki along with Erza, Natsu and gray. "How's Lucy?" He asked. Kyuki shook her head. "We don't know," she turned her head to face the door and said very loudly, "They won't let us in!"

A nurse poked her head outside. "I told you, please keep your voice down-" She paused and starred at Rogue. "Oh, are you Rogue? Rogue Cheney?" She asked. Rogue nodded. "May I see Lucy?" The nurse shook her head. "I'm sorry, sir." She replied. Rogue walked towards the door slowly. "But I have to-"

"You have to wait out here, sir. We'll call you once it's over." The nurse interrupted him and slam the door shut. Rogue stared at the door and then at Sting. "I know, champ. She did the same thing to us earlier."

Rogue was pacing in the hallway. The silence was just too loud. "Relax, Rogue." Sting said as he leaned against the wall. "Relax? Tch. I can't relax if Lucy's in there having fifty fifty chance of losing her life." Rogue scoffed. "You're overreacting." Natsu commented. Rogue ignored them and quicken his pace much to their annoyance.

He paced around for another few minutes before stopping in front of the white door. He was itching to break down the door. He clutched his fist till they turn pale. "Rogue, don't break down the door." Erza warned. Rogue ignored her and lifted his fist.

Just as he was about to punch the door, a loud cry filled the quiet corridor. Rogue's eyes widen. Suddenly, the door clicked and the nurse stick her head out. "Mr. Rogue, you may come-" She stopped abruptly when she saw his fist. Rogue quickly placed his hand by his side. "Um… May I come in?" He asked. The nurse nodded and stepped aside to let the three and exceeds enter.

Rogue was the first one to enter. He spotted Lucy on the bed carrying a small baby, wrapped in a blue towel, in her arms. Lucy saw Rogue and beckoned him to come forward. He walk towards Lucy and sat on the edge of the bed. "Here's your son." Lucy smiled, gesturing him to take the infant.

Rogue took the baby from her arms and stared at his sleeping face. He has Lucy's features. "He looks just like you." He smiled.

"The Shadow Dragon's a daddy!" Sting exclaimed. Rogue send him a glare which made Sting stick his tongue out. "Lemme see your child, Rogue, Lucy!" Erza said. Without waiting for a response, she took the infant and her face soften. Thr others crowd around Erza to see the infant. "What are you gonna name him?"

Lucy bit her lip. "We haven't decided yet.…" She admitted.

"I know! Name 'em Igneel!" Natsu suggested.

"We're not naming him Igneel. Name your child Igneel." Rogue retorted. Natsu pouted.

"How 'bout Skiadram?" Sting asked.

"No. I find it weird saying my parent's name." Rogue answered. Sting scoffed and murmured, "Picky."

Lucy's face lit up. "Ooh, I know!" She said. Rogue looked at his wife. "What?" Lucy lean in and whisper something in his ear. Rogue smiled, "That's a great idea."

Eight years went by in a flash and soon enough, Rogue and Lucy's little baby is already an eight year old. When he was two, he had a new sister. Because he was the first child of the guild's second generation, he was pampered by everyone especially Mira and Erza.

Despite being pampered, he was a hard worker. He was like a mini replica of Rogue. He was like him in every way except for a few minor details. His sister, however, was like a mixture of both of his parents. Like his parents, him and his sister are like two peas in a pod.

A lone figure stared outside the window in the hallway. His dark, blood red eyes staring at every orange leafs falling. They were completely unreadable. His midnight black hair brushed against his face every time the wind blows. A sigh escaped his lips revealing his pearly whites as he pulled his scarf down.

The sound of footsteps snapped him out of his trance. He turned around to see a twenty seven year old blondie who happens to be his mother. "Good morning, mom." He greeted.

"Good morning. You're up early." Lucy yawned. The boy shrugged. "I promised dad that I'll bring Lyla to the park today." He said. Lucy patted his head. "That's good of you. By the way, why does your father want you to that her to the park?

"Dunno." He shrugged again.

"Sky!"

A small girl ran in. Her blonde hair was tied into pigtails with bangs farming her face. Her eyes were round and innocent looking but the red colour says otherwise. She smiled at the two. "Hi, mom, Sky!" She greeted the two.

"Hello, Lyla."

"Good morning."

Lyla smiled. She is a sweet girl who adores her older brother. She loves her mother's spirit, especially Plue and Loke, however, the latter is greatly dislike by Rogue. Unlike Sky, Lyla is more comfortable putting a smile rather than a poker face.

"Sky-nii, let's go to the park." She said. Sky nodded and turned to his mother. "We'll be going now. See ya." He waved. Lyla hugged her mom before leaving. "Bye, mom~! Have fun with dad!"

After they left, Lucy walked into the kitchen finding it amess. She shook her head. "Sky needs to learn how to cook in a cleaner way." She muttered.

Lucy began cleaning the kitchen counter when she heard a loud thud. Rogue stumbled into the kitchen, massaging his temples. "Good morning, Rogue. How are you?" Lucy greeted him.

"Ugh, I feel awful." He replied. Lucy giggled. "That's what you get for drinking too much last night with Sting."

Rogue looked around. "Where's Sky?" He asked. "You send him to the park with Lyla." Lucy answered.

"Oh yeah."

"Why?"

Rogue sat down and continue to massage his temples. "They need the fresh air. They've been cooped up in here for far too long." He simply answered. Lucy raised her eyebrow, unconvinced.

"Did you forget what today is?" He asked. Lucy tapped her lips. "Sunday…?" She said. Rogue sighed. "Normally it's the man who forgets the wedding anniversary."

A light bulb lit up in her head. "Oh yeah!" She said. Rogue smiled and took out a wrapped gift. "Happy anniversary, love."

Rogue handed the gift to Lucy, who quickly unwrapped it. Lucy gasped at the gift. A pure gold necklace with a ruby heart shaped pendant. "Rogue, it's beautiful! How much did it cost?" She asked. "Well, it's not cheap." He replied.

He took the necklace out of the box and put it around her neck. "Ruby. It raises one's courage and gives protection from danger. The symbol of love." He explained.

Lucy suddenly felt guilty for forgetting her own wedding anniversary. "Sorry, Rogue. I don't have anything to give." She said. Rogue smiled, "You've already given me a lot." Lucy stared into Rogue's sincere eyes. "I love you." He whispered and lean foward and pressed his lips against hers.

Lucy loves her life. A loving husband, two great kids and a nice guild. Thinking back, it's funny how a guy she knew shorter than Natsu would be her soulmate. She never imagine Rogue to be her husband. She always thought it was Natsu but then again, life's unexpected and it's only the beginning.

Long time no see! Okay not that long.

I just love Sky!XD Sky is named after Skiadram and Lyla is obviously named after Layla. I wanted to name her Layla but I misspelled it and when I realized it, I thought it was a pretty good name. I know the name Sky fits Wendy's child better but I was running out of ideas and I'm not naming him Rogue Jr.I'm running out of ideas so this is the last chapter of this story.

I made eye contact with a hot guy earlier while walking in the corridor. It's awkward now…

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