A/N: Guess what I found out? Grayza Week is August 18-25, just like last year! Although this time of last year I didn't even know what the heck Grayza was, much less Fairy Tail. I lived a sad life before I knew anime and manga, haha just kidding. But I do have to say that IMHO anime and manga are a lot better than regular TV shows and popular books.

Chapter 13 – Revelations

Erza happily waved to the incoming figure who was wearing a simple plaid shirt, dark jeans, and a baseball cap that said 'Les Punk' in neat cursive.

As he came within ear-shot Erza teased, "You're looking cute, but what's with the hat? It's not like you to be rebellious."

"Actually," he smiled, "It's for you. When I first got to Crocus I saw it and knew I had to get it for you," he said as he leaned over and placed the cap on her head.

"Jellal," she began, "You know you didn't have to do that. Thank you"

To his surprise Erza gave him a quick hug and as she pulled away he felt her soft, scarlet tresses brush against his arms. With that one gesture he felt warmth spread to his cheeks and he couldn't help but feel happy. "So Erza, any particular reason why you wanted to hang out?"

"Naw, I just wanted to be with someone who doesn't a) raid my mini-fridge for food and b) bugs me to do everything with her." Jellal raised his eyebrows in fake surprise; of course he knew who she was talking about. "And besides, you're out of college and more mature."

He gave off a small laugh, "Well thank you. But speaking of maturity I was quite immature back at Ryuzetsu Land. I'm sorry for accusing Gray; I just didn't want you to get hurt."

Her smile faded a bit upon hearing Gray's name. "Well, hey. You apologized so we're all good. I guess you aren't the world's most contemptible jerk." He opened his mouth to protest but she put a finger to his lips, "Didn't I just say you're forgiven? Come on, let's go see what trouble we can get into."

Gray's POV

Despite what the name says, Rosemary Village is NOT a village. It's like the guy who named an ice land Greenland and a green land Iceland- the names are complete opposites of what they actually are. Rosemary Village is more like a budding metropolis area. As far as the eye can look there are shops, towering buildings, restaurants, and suburbia all around the outskirts of the small city.

Walking down a crowded sidewalk filled with other pedestrians I feel pretty pleased with myself for making it here on time. Thinking out loud I say, "It's about 11:30 a.m. so I have plenty of time to look... for what?" I frown; realizing that if there is a population of about 400,000 there's no way I'm finding anyone who knows about Erza.

Geez I'm an idiot. I put a hand to my face, feeling a headache coming on. But what he told me doesn't add up, dang it I'm so confused. What I really want to do is punch a wall, have the pain cover up all my fears- even if it's just for a moment. Instead I resolve to explore the city, maybe run into someone like one of those sappy rom-coms Erza made me watch awhile ago.

Sudden movement catches my eye, I see a girl with a white bow in her hair sprinting towards me with a cloud of dust chasing after her. Stepping away from the crosswalk I squint my eyes to get a closer look. I realize the cloud of dust is a bunch of journalists and camera people right as the girl comes to a stop besides me.

"Shit, shit, shit," she says with increasing volume. I look over to see what her problem is, oh the light's red. Gosh she's impatient

Smirking I say, "Language, look at those kids over there. You were trying to say shiitake mushrooms right?"

"Oh shut up smart-ass who cares about little kids. I need to get the hell out so will you please help me?"

"Why would I do that? They look like nice people," I say, motioning to the thunderous storm of feet that was ever-getting closer.

She sighed, "I would punch you right now if I didn't have a reputation to withhold. Just, just help a girl out."

I look at her pleading face (although I know it's just an act) and give in. "Fine, follow me." I say while watching the light. I immediately ran when I saw green. Breathing hard, I try desperately to think where I parked my motorcycle as I try my best to dodge people, stray cats, and traffic. Running through a cramped alleyway I turn a hard right, relieved to see a familiar looking parking lot.

Not bothering to look back I toss a helmet her way and she mutters something about me being a law-abiding, golden boy. As I put the kickstand up I retort, "Helmets, they save your unthankful soul, now let's go." She proceeds to get on like a pro, at least she's been on one before, and I hit the gas.

Right before we get out of the parking lot journalists hit her with a bunch of questions. "Miss Mikazuchi, what do you think about the new law? "What is your position on schools receiving more tax money?" "How's the budget coming along?"

Speeding along a side-street I shout, "Hey where do you want to go?"

"Know where Tumbleson Beach is? It's about 20 miles from here, just go on the freeway and I'll tell you when to turn."

I pull into another packed parking lot and I finally spot to park. I hop off, put the kickstand down, and proceed to stretch as I enjoy the view. The beach is a lot like the one at home, but the ocean has a deep, marine blue color that captivates you and the salty wind burns into your mind. I'm never forgetting this place.

"Sooo," I say a bit awkwardly, realizing that this girl has been with me for the past hour or so.

Extending her hand she says, "I'm Kagura and thanks for saving me. Those news people get on my nerves. GOSH, they even follow me when I'm trying to buy frickin' groceries," she says, rolling her eyes.

"Haha yeah, the news can be quite dumb. If you don't mind me asking, why were they shouting politics at you? I'm Gray by the way."

She looked at me skeptically, "Are you kidding? I'm the second youngest person to be elected mayor. The youngest is a girl named Meredy, that damn-"

"Woah hold up a minute," I interrupt and give her a skeptical look. "You mayor, no way." I know it's rude but I can't hold back the spasms of laughter that are in my throat.

She proceeds to stick her ID in front of my nose, it indeed says 'Kagura Mikazuchi – Mayor of Rosemary Village'

"You know what, I don't even wanna know how you got elected," I say grinning. "You probably threatened to kill everyone if you didn't win or something."

"Naw," she replies. "It's more like folks around here prefer brute honesty over prim and proper."

"You know what, you remind me a lot of one of my best friends," I say thoughtfully as I cross my arms. "Like Erza you say it how it is, although in the past few years she has started to filter her thoughts."

Something like recognition registers in her eyes. "That's an unusual name," she says tentatively. Kagura ventures, "Is her last name Scarlet?"

"Yeah, actually it is. Do you know her?" I ask quizzically.

In reply she walks over to a nearby bench and sits down. Hands shaking she whispers, "I can't believe she's alive."

A/N: And that's how it ends. Mwahaha I love cliffhangers, although only when I'm writing them. (Hypocritical, I know xD) And I won't be able to update next week because I'm on vacay- but I'll be back home in my freezing basement the week of July 13th! Now onto the shout-out corner. (I really should call it the shout-out section or something. Naw, too late now. xD)

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