The next morning, Juvia didn't think of getting out of bed at all. She knew how Meredy would feel about this, but she couldn't leave her room.
Not that it mattered too much about going outside. The heavy rain was consistent and wasn't letting up anytime soon.
"Juvia," Mirajane called from outside the door. "Are you alright? Everyone is worried about you."
"Yeah, Juvia," Lisanna added. "We're practicing inside at the gym because it's so wet outside. We're hoping you could join us."
There wasn't a single reply from Juvia. Mirajane and Lisanna decided that their words couldn't do much more and slipped two notes under the door of Juvia's room. The take-over sisters left to join the others in the gym to practice their new routine.
"Juvia," Cana said outside Juvia's door. "Come out, please! It's already 10. We finished running and now we're on to our dance routine. Erza's skipped her hella crazy workout today."
"No, Juvia is sorry," Juvia, replied.
Cana sighed and left the door, not before slipping a not underneath.
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"J-Juvia!" Wendy cried from the other side. (HELLO FROM THE OTHER SIIIIIIIIIDE… I'm sorry) "We're all really worried! It's been an hour and you're not out yet."
"Juvia can't, sorry Wendy-san," Juvia peeped.
Wendy sniffled and slipped a note under Juvia's door.
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"Juvia!" Lucy exclaimed beyond the door. "You've been in there for so long! Please!"
Juvia's sobbing could be heard. Lucy was a love rival… But it isn't her fault that Gray-sama loved Lucy…
"I'm sorry Lucy-san, Juvia can't!" Juvia cried. "Juvia can't!"
Hearing Juvia's cries made Lucy break down. Juvia was in so much pain, but she kept herself bundled and kept her emotions to herself.
Lucy left a note under the door of Juvia's room and left to join the others.
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Erza arrived at Juvia's room. She stood there for a moment before speaking.
"Juvia," Erza began. "Gray doesn't hate you. Please understand that."
"Juvia can't believe it…" Juvia stayed persistent with every answer she gave her fellow teammates. However, each response broke her down even more.
Erza slipped yet another note under Juvia's door.
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"Ju-chan," Levy spoke to Juvia. "Is there anything I can do to help? Ju-chan…?"
"No, Levy-san, sorry," Juvia whispered, but Levy was still able to hear her.
Levy slipped a note under the door to join the rest.
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"Juvia!" Meredy cried. Her hands her against the door with her head resting against it as well. Tears were streaming down her face. "Come out please!"
Juvia sobbed uncontrollably into her pillow. "Meredy…"
"Juvia…" Meredy spoke softly. "Remember what I told you. I'm here for you. Fairy Tail is for you."
Meredy paused for a moment.
"It's 3:30. Please, please come. We aren't complete without you. Fairy Tail isn't complete without you…"
Meredy let out a tiny laugh.
"I can't really speak for myself… because I'm not really a member of Fairy Tail… but… we're all here. We won't budge and we won't leave your side."
Meredy pointed her index finger into the air. "Even if I can't see you… No matter how far away you may be… I will always be watching you…"
Juvia raised her head and looked at the door. She gave hope, love, and perseverance to the young girl beyond the door, and now she is giving it back to her. A final note was slipped underneath the blue door as footsteps were heard walking away from Juvia.
Slowly, Juvia's feet touched the cold ground. She walked over to the notes spread out before her.
Purple for Mirajane.
White for Lisanna.
Orange for Cana.
Green for Wendy.
Light blue for Lucy.
Red for Erza.
Yellow for Levy.
And Pink for Meredy.
Juvia grabbed the purple note with a little devil sticker attached. She opened it and read the graceful handwriting.
Dear Juvia,
I'm sorry, but I couldn't just leave without sending you a letter I wrote myself. Juvia, I love you. You're family to me. You're like a little sister, as is all the other younger Fairy Tail mages. I care for your wellbeing, your safety, and I make the effort of welcoming you home at the guild after you take a stressful job, or just anytime you come along. I miss the sweet smile you gave everyone, and the incredible passion you have for a certain ice make wizard. Not only do I love you, but everyone else does too.
Love,
Mirajane Strauss
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Juvia reached for the white envelope with a bird sticker attached. Tears were coming down quick and she tried her best to keep the letters dry.
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Dear Juvia,
Remember the time I asked if I could be your partner during the S-class trial? You thought I was after Gray! I found it adorable seeing your extreme passion towards someone you love. I admire it. And I admire your power and will to fight because of love. That was the main reason why I wanted to become your partner. I looked up to you, as I did my big sister. We weren't friends at the time, but I knew I wanted to help you on your journey to becoming S-class. And I will help you for any other trial you're apart of. I miss spending time with you during the trials. I loved fighting with you against Erza, even though we lost. Please come back, Juvia.
Love,
Lisanna Strauss
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Placing the white letter with the purple, Juvia grabbed the orange letter with a card sticker stuck to the back.
Dear Juvia,
It's Cana! If you couldn't already tell. I'm worried to bits about you. What has happened? Erza has told us small bits and pieces of the incident, but none of us fully know what's going on in our water sister's head. Remember when you sacrificed yourself to the lightning lacrima, which allowed me to fight against Freed? I was astounded by your will to risk your own health for your guildmates. You even told me you wanted to be accepted by Fairy Tail! Juvia, you've been a Fairy Tail mage for a long time. You've been one since you've gotten your guild stamp and joined. Nothing will change that, and we will all love you forever.
Love,
Cana Alberona
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The green note had a cute wind sticker stuck to the back. Careful not to wet the paper, Juvia opened it.
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Dear Juvia,
I'm really worried about you, Juvia. You haven't really talked to me all week… Although you don't really communicate with me either way… But I am really worried about you. Everyone in Fairy Tail is family. We support each other, we care for each other, and we help each other out any way possible. I want to be able to do that to you. I want to help you, Juvia-san, any way I can. I-I… I love you!
Love,
Wendy Marvell
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By now, Juvia couldn't stop any tears anymore. She didn't care if the letters got wet. That just means they've been through a lot of love. The sky blue letter was next. It had a star sticker. Juvia knew who this was… Love Rival…
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Dear Juvia,
I know you may see me as an extreme love rival, and I don't mind your lectures of rivalry every once in a while. I find them a big part of your personality and I love it. You're such a sweet girl and I know you only mean the best for everyone. I remember the time we fought together against the man Vidaldus Taka at the Tower of Heaven. Do you remember when you trapped me inside you? I could feel your warm tears inside the water. They weren't just warm, they were boiling hot. You have so much passion for the people of Fairy Tail; I hate to see you so sad. It breaks my heart, as it does everyone else. We love you, Juvia, and please, we'll help you with anything.
Love,
Lucy Heartfillia
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Juvia began to cry loudly. The love from her guildmates was extraordinary. She's never felt so much love from others in a long time.
Juvia's eyes rested upon the bright red letter with a sword sticker.
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Dear Juvia,
You're beginning to worry everyone. You haven't showed up all day and no one knows what's going on. Please, come out and tell us everything. We hate to see our beautiful sister in such a foul mood. Your depression is our depression. Your anger is our anger. Your love is our love. In our guild, we do our best to understand every member. Not a single mage is left out. You've been trapped inside your room for so long, we are afraid your mind has become sour. I want to help you. Fairy Tail wants to help you. So please, Juvia.
Love,
Erza Scarlet
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Juvia's endless tears were consistent as she picked up the next letter. A shimmering gold with a book sticker.
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Dear Ju-chan,
I know we don't really know each other too well, and I know we haven't talked much, but I am worried for you. You are a vital part of Fairy Tail, and seeing you go would be a disaster. There is no such thing as isolation between our guild mates. Sadly, my letter is unable to be as long as the others because I don't know you very well, but hope we get closer later on as the years go by. Your love for Gray is interesting and impressive, that I'm a bit jealous of how openhearted you are. You're very strong and brave, and I want to see you smile again.
Love,
Levy Mcgarden
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Levy was able to make her letter just as long as the rest, although she doesn't think it would be. Even not knowing Juvia, Levy was able to compliment and express her feelings to Juvia. The last letter was pink. It had a small heart on the back and it was the longest of all of them.
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Dear Juvia,
It's Meredy! Hehe! You're a very good person, Juvia, and I know it to be true. Our fight on Tenrou Island was lengthy and it was difficult fighting against you. You're strong, passionate, pretty, and hopeful. Your words were able to have me change my ways and try to atone for my sins. You were able to get me to understand that I have someone to live for, and that I can change the way I see the world. And I have. When we met again before the games, I was ecstatic to see you again. The seven-year gap has really, truly made me realize the importance you played in my life. I couldn't stop smiling when I saw you! You have noticed it too right? I've been smiling so much now. Seeing your smile made me want to give hope to others and atone so that I could become a great person, just like you. You and Ultear are my inspirations and I really look up to you. I really do love you, and I hope we can smile together again.
Love,
Meredy
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Juvia cried on the colorful letters for a while until regaining her vision from the blurry tears. Juvia's eyes wandered to the clock. It was 4:30. The live shows were starting in 30 minutes. The water mage jumped up from the floor and raced out of her room and down the halls. She was barefoot and in her sleepwear, but she ignored the awkward stares she was given. Juvia ran all the way to the backstage area to find all of the Team Fairy Tail girls in their outfits preparing to go onstage.
"Everyone!" Juvia called to the girls. They all turned their heads and saw the blue-haired girl running towards them. Smiles of relief and joy spread over their faces as they all huddled into a group hug.
"Juvia! We were so worried!" Erza smiled.
"Yeah, don't do it again!" Cana whined, obviously she was half drunk.
Moments passed when Lucy suddenly jumped out of the circle.
"JUVIA!" Lucy cried.
"W-What is it, Lucy-san?" Juvia asked, totally confused.
"Juvia, can you perform? Do you know the routine? What about your lines? OH NO!" Lucy was in a panic as she hopped around. Everyone also began to realize that they couldn't go on without Juvia still in her blue nighties.
"I'll help Juvia!" Meredy said, pushing Juvia to the dressing room. "We have to do this quick!"
Meredy helped Juvia pull on her dark blue outfit that matches everyone else's. As Meredy carefully applied Juvia's makeup, the stalker woman spoke.
"Meredy," Juvia began. "Juvia is sorry."
Meredy paused for a moment and continued. "It's alright, Juvia!" Meredy smiled. "What matters is that you're back with us and that we can smile together again!"
Juvia smiled at Meredy's response and started tearing up again.
"NO JUVIA! YOU CAN'T CRY!" Meredy screamed as she tried to fix Juvia's makeup, causing the rain woman to laugh.
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"Juvia, do you know your parts and routine well enough?" Lisanna asked. They only had 10 minutes to cram the routine, rhythm, and lyrics into Juvia's head.
"Juvia thinks she knows most of it," Juvia told the girls. "She hopes everything goes well."
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"Well… Uhh…. It's raining still, and we're not sure the girls can perform…" The announcer called out. Groans were heard from the audience members, obviously disappointed that they weren't going to see any frills or short skirts today.
"WE CAN DO IT!" Mirajane called out from the wet stage. Her clothes were getting drenched, but she was firm in her place.
"OOOH!" The announcer yelled. "Mirajane wants to perform anyways!"
The crowd got excited again and they were cheering for the twist of plans.
"Well," Laxus started. "I guess the demon's speaking up for her team."
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(Music Starts)—
All: (Oh yeah! Oh yeah! Oh yeah!
Isshin icchou!)
(Oh yeah! Oh yeah! Oh yeah!)
Levy: Hora makenai yo ne?
Juvia: Kuyashii na mada No brand
Meredy: Shiraretenai yo No brand
Lisanna: Nani mo kamo kore kara Atsui kibun
Mirajane: Tanoshii yo demo No brand (Do you know?)
Erza: Harikitteru n da No brand (Do you know?)
Cana: Dakara (Oide) Koko de deau tame ni (Yes, I know!)
Wendy: Mezasu basho wa
Levy: (Takai)
Lucy: Ima yori takaku
Wendy: (Doko made?)
Levy: CHANSU no maegami wo
Lucy: (Motte)
Levy: Hanasanai kara
Wendy: (Gyutto)
Levy: Hanasanai kara
Lucy and Wendy: (Oh yeah!)
Levy: Kiseki no niji wo wataru n da
All: Kabe wa Hi Hi Hi Kowaseru mono sa Hi Hi Hi Taoseru mono sa
Jibun kara motto chikara wo dashite yo
Hi Hi Hi Kowaseru mono sa Hi Hi Hi Taoseru mono sa
Yuuki de mirai wo misete
All: Sou da yo kakugo wa dekita
(Oh yeah! Zenshin zenrei!)
(Oh yeah! Oh yeah! Oh yeah! Oh yeah!)
(Music Ends)—
"Juvia! We pulled it off!" Meredy cried, launching herself onto the rain woman.
"Mhm," Juvia replied, smiling.
"UWAHHHHHHHH!" The announcer screamed. "Brilliant! Beautiful! What a masterpiece!"
The audience agreed with the announcer as they burst out in full applauds.
"And their score is NINETY NINE! THIS IS THE HIGHEST IT'S REACH!" The announcer added.
Team Fairy Tail was delighted to hear their victory and headed off stage.
"Don't forget about us!" Jenny called, heading onstage with the other members of Team Fiore.
"We get our chance now!" Milliana purred.
"OHH!" The announcer screamed again. "Team Fiore wants at it too!"
"Mhm," Minerva added. "And we won't lose."
Thank you so much for reading up until now. There are only 2 or 3 chapters left to complete the story, so stay tuned!
The only song used was No Brand Girls by: μ's.
If you want anything extra added, or more of a certain character, don't hesitate to let me know and I'll try to add in as much as I can.