Forever's Not Enough
A/N: HELLO! HELLO! EXAM WEEKS ARE OVER AND MORE PROJECTS TO COME! Sucks, right? But don't ya'll worry! That won't stop me from updating. Don't worry about the last chapter, too, nothing will happen. The lemon wouldn't be included here, but I would write it as a separate story in another account. I have to stay safe, you know? Anyways, there would be a double chapter update this week! Enjoy it and savor it!
Good news, too! The story would be extended until the 25th chapter. Or maybe 30 chapters...Who knows?!
Chapter Six - Spies and Lies
Lucy sighed, throwing herself on the bed, trying to forget what happened earlier in the bathroom. It surely is something one cannot just clear off in their minds. Who can forget a scene like that—two people naked in the bath tub, opposite genders? Lucy groaned as she thought of what the servants might think of her. Surely it was all just an accident, more like, Sting-sexually-harassing-Lucy-then-ended-up-like-t hat case. Who would've thought something as bizzare as that would happen between them? They barely even knew each other. Her misery continues and eventually, she fell to deep slumber, hoping that the servants would understand it correctly.
The same situation goes for Sting. He paced around his bedroom for a while now. His partner, Lector, got dizzy from all of it, and eventually fell asleep. He kept on mumbling to himself and shouted "I'M SO DUMB!" loud enough to wake up Lector. The poor cat stirred and woke up, scratching his eyes, looking up at the blonde dragon slayer who looked like he didn't pay his taxes for a whole year. Seeing that Lector is awake, Sting looked at him with pleading eyes. "Do I have to apologize? Is she mad at me?! Damn it! Damn it! Damn it all! It's my fault, right?! No it's hers...No! Mine! Argghh!"
Those kinds of things happened for the rest of the night, both hoping it would be better in the morning. But being a smart person Sting is, a plan formed in his mind. Although it would also be dangerous if he gets caught after, at least he would success in his tiny quest. He caused the trouble and humiliation they got, so he would be the one to fix it. Plus he wouldn't want rampaging 'tsundere' maids glaring at their mistress anymore. They were jealous and Sting's irritated about it. Although Lucy didn't notice how jealous her maids are, to them, they remained loyal. It's true, even if they were a bit moved, they remained as honest and hardworking to their mistress.
But somehow, these maids were not so satisfied. Meet the three devils, they were known in the Heartfilia household as the three mischievous mice. They were short, petite, fast, always hungry and they're very good at spying people for one reason—matchmaking. And their targets are: Lucy and Sting. They are mages, so work would be easy for them. Even with the jealousy business, they wanted to know if they're dating or not. From one's perspective, they would be like Mira's students, only more skilled.
"Okay! We're all set! Is everyone ready?!" asked their leader, Seira. She has short velvet hair and sea green eyes. One time, Sting complimented her about it, and only then did she stop wearing glasses. The other two maids nodded in agreement to her query. "About time! Operation StiLu, START!" she shouted. The three raised their hands up in confidence, and started to tiptoe to the second floor of the estate, where Lucy's room is. Surely the woman wouldn't go to the man's room just for...Well, never mind. But Seira's mind is buzzing with perverted stuff.
Mielle, the ginger haired girl with mesmerizing blue eyes, giggled in excitement. "Sin, don't you think this is a great opportunity for Late Master Jude's wish to come true. Before he died, he talked to Ms. Spetto saying that if Lucy finally found a man to marry that she really loves, his death would be in peace. And some say there are rumors! If Lucy marries the person to Master Jude's liking, which is Sting-sama because he found him a perfect man for Lucy, the magic surrounding Master Jude's grave would disappear! And that magic will bring good to Mistress Lucy" she whispered.
Kerlei, on the other hand, just nodded. She has dark blue hair and she wore glasses over her coffee brown eyes. From her looks, she would be considered as the smartest. But on reality, she's the dumbest and clumsiest of them all. "They were just rumors! If it's true, then we should have a part of the good magic when Sting and Lucy would get married! After all, we were the one who matched them!" Kerlei demanded, making the other two sweatdrop. All Kerlei cares about is money, and she would only get smart during the math. Ironic, huh?
The long night continues, Sting escaped from his room, and close the door behind him as quietly as possible. He hoped Lucy was still awake, and he wanted her to accept his presence in the middle of the night. Could he really say sorry at this time? Is it even convenient to apologize at 2 AM in the morning? Clearing off the thought, Sting tiptoed and avoided the creaky floors. He memorized the flooring with creaky parts because he would often go out at night and grab some midnight snack. There were no maids or servants in the kitchen during midnight, so he would grab as much as he can. But their food supplies are not decreasing.
Sting finally reached a tall white door with a golden handle. Before he could hold the handle, a tall husky man came into view, smirking at Sting. He knows him, one of the servants of this household. He gave him a nervous smile. "Nice to see you here...Greg-san...H-hey" Sting whispered, waving his hands at him. "What b-brings you here? In the middle of the night...?" Sting asked.
"Shouldn't I be the one asking?" Greg laughed softly. "Y'know kid, you got guts. I suggest before you turn the knob around, let me tell you some bits of information you should know. But before that, tell me why you're here, at 2 AM in the morning, in front of Mistress Lucy's bedroom and looking like you wanted to rape her or something. Not that I want to beat you up or something, all of us here are responsible for the safety of Mistress Lucy. Care to explain, kid?" he asked.
The blonde nodded, then swallowed. "What happened this evening...Greg-san. It was all an accident. I wish I could have the time to explain it to you but...I really need to get in there right not and justify everything with blond—Lucy. I found a place to show her as an apology, and hoping she would like it. I would show her tomorrow...So um...WAIT! Why am I spilling my plan to you?! Damn it!" Sting cursed, banging an imaginary wall.
Greg raised his eyebrows and laughed out loud. "Atta boy, Sting! Youngsters nowadays! When it comes to love, time doesn't matter! Whatever the case, I'll support you, boy. But hear this, Mistress Lucy's heart will always be soft. She's not really hard to get. Yet sometimes, we know when she's lying about her feelings" he turned serious this time, "Behind those smiles...Behind those cheerful eyes...Sadness is the price. And behind those tears...Behind those gloomy eyes are reasons. Reasons that she keeps only to herself..."
Sting's jaw dropped, could it be that behind Lucy's joy are thousands of tears falling? Tears that Sting cannot catch. And the joy that he misunderstood. Lucy wasn't happy at all. She's been hurt since that day. And he's too dumb to notice! She was sad...She was in pain and misery...And maybe it took a lot of energy to bring out a happy demeanor to everyone. It's the fake Lucy...She's breaking inside. Right now she needed a friend, a true friend. She got kicked out of her own guild for being weak and so that must be the reason for everything.
She was lying all this time. Lying about her feelings. And suffering in endless anxiety. She's a damsel in distress.
Well that wasn't much of a cliffhanger. Anyways, sorry for the late update. The seventh chapter would be coming out shortly. Remember to check out my blog (just made it), for faster updates!
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