Disclaimer I do not own fairy tail

"Father, I have made my decision." She said, her tone hard, her expression determined. Lord Clive reclined in his chair, knowing her words before she spoke them. He was both happy and hurt at her words but in knowing her decision, he knew his own.

"I'm coming with you." He said, his stare unwavering as he looked into the eyes of his only blood relative, his beloved daughter, the rose that makes the thorn worth it. She reached forward, grasping his hands in hers.

"It is too dangerous, people would grow suspicious." She said, shaking her head slightly yet never looking away from him. He, however had no intention of leaving the company of his daughter for a second. His beloved daughter, the moon to his stars, would forever stay within his heart.

"I'll come later, a few months, maybe a year. No one will suspect anything, I promise you my love." He said, desperation entering his strained voice. She paused, her heart told her to accept his request, to let him stay with her, yet Laxus' voice told her to abandon his feelings to ensure his- their safety. Despite the fierce battle, the longer she looked into his eyes, the mirror of hers, his voice slowly faded.

"Only when it's safe…"