Thank you, everyone, for patiently waiting for the epilogue! It took a lot longer than expected, because I put some extra thought into visualizing this event, and everything apart of it. I had a great time writing this story, so I hope you guys enjoyed!

Fireworks were booming in the air, and colorful floats were riding down the main street in the big city of Crocus. Hundreds of people, mages and regular humans, were on the sidelines cheering, watching, and enjoying the parade.

Sabertooth, Mermaid Heel, Lamia Scale, Blue Pegasus, and many other guilds (including Crime Sorcière) watched in reserved building balconies as their teammates rode down the parade.

The first down the line was Kagura. Her outfit was a beautiful deep purple and blue with white sashes. Her hair was adorned with glitter and jewels and her makeup was soft, but mature. Her float matched her outfit.

"Thank you, everyone!" Kagura yelled while waving her hand to the crowd.

"Ah! She looked at me!" A girl in the crowd said.

"We love you, Kagura-chan!" A man shouted.

Next was Yukino. She wore a white ball gown with beads in her silver hair. Her float was calming, with light shades of blue, pink, and grey.

"Thank you! I love you all!" Yukino shouted to the crowd.

"Yukino-chan!" A few people in the crowd called.

"I love you!" Another man said.

"Marry me!"

Minerva was the third down the line. She wore a dark blue outfit and flashy makeup. Her hair had blue highlights, and her wrists and neck were adorned with bright beads and jewels. Her float was a midnight blue, and stars and other colors giving a galaxy feel.

"Thank you, I can't wait to see you again next year." Minerva said, smiling at the crowd.

"Sweet Minerva-chan is so sexy!" Someone called in the mob of people.

"I wish I could be as beautiful as you, Minerva-chan!" A woman cried.

Ultear was fourth. Her dress was black and sophisticated. She wore a white-chained necklace with a vibrant green jewel. Her float was black, white, and green, resembling her old Grimoire Heart outfit.

"These are memories I will take with me forever, thank you for letting me be apart of this fantastic event!" Ultear said lovingly.

"Ultear is so hot!" A man cried.

"She waved at me!" A woman shouted.

"I wanna be like her when I grow up." Numerous kids said, while waving at the raven-haired mage.

Sherry was next in the line. Her hair was in her usual ponytail, but decorated with many white and dark pink flowers. Her dress was to her feet and had the different shades and colors of a strawberry. Her float was just alike her dress, a strawberry.

"This has been one of the best years! I'm glad to have spent it with all of you!" Sherry blew kisses to the audience.

"Sherry-sama!" A man cried.

"We love you!" A group of fans yelled.

"I-It's not like I'm jealous or anything," Ren said out loud.

Chelia was the sixth. Her hair was curled and in pigtails. She adorned light pink bows and a light pink ball gown. Her float was very soft, light, and colorful. It reflected her personality, magic, and emotions.

"My first year will always be my best! But don't worry, I'm going to win this next year!" Chelia shouted to her fans in the crowd.

"I'm rooting for my Chelia!" A man yelled.

"I want to be like you, Chelia!" A young girl in the audience said.

Milliana rode down the street with her hair down and in a short dress. Her float was orange and happy. Many cats were seen on the float with Milliana, all happy.

"Thank you all, Nyan!" Milliana shouted.

"Simple words, oh Milliana-chan!" A man cried.

"I will always be rooting for you, Millie-sama!" A woman yelled.

Jenny's shimmering and shining float caught everyone's attention. She had her hair in curls and braids with a bright red, sparkling dress. Her float was decorated with sashes and ribbons of different shades of sparkling red.

"Just because you don't have a crown doesn't mean you're not a princess!" Jenny shouted to the crowd.

"Such powerful words, Jenny-sama!" A man in the crowd yelled.

"You're an inspiration to us all!" A woman cried.

The last girl from Team Fiore was Arana. Her vibrant green hair was pulled into a ponytail, and let loose into soft waves rather than tight curls. Her dress was a cream lemon with white sashes. The float was spider-like, with black and white webs with yellow accent pieces.

"You're so beautiful, Arana-sama!" A few people shouted in unison.

"Mama, I want to be like her when I grow up!" A little girl said with passion.

The girls from Team Fiore finished their line down the parade, their guild members watching them with honor. They were all proud of their teammates.

Finally, the main attraction was rolling in. A large stage on top of a float presented the 9 girls from Team Fairy Tail.

"Ready for our final performance, Crocus?"

(Music Starts)—

All: Aishiteru Banzai!

Koko de yokatta watashitachi no ima ga koko ni aru
Aishiteru banzai!
Hajimatta bakari ashita mo yoroshiku ne mada gooru janai

Levy: Waratte yo kanashii nara fuki to basou yo
Meredy: Waraetara kawaru keshiki harema ga nozoku
Wendy: Fuan demo shiawase e to tsunagaru michi ga
Lisanna: Miete kita yo na aozora

Juvia, Cana, Lisanna: Tokidoki ame ga furu kedo mizu ga nakucha taihen
Levy, Erza, Mirajane: Kawaicha dame dayo

Lucy, Meredy, Wendy: Minna no yume no ki yo sodate

All: Saa!
Daisuki da banzai!
Makenai yuuki watashitachi wa ima o tanoshimou
Daisuki da banzai!
Ganbareru kara kinou ni te o futte hora mae muite

Cana: Susunde yo kurushikute mo tonari ni ite yo
Lucy: Susundara moeru taiyou higashi o terasu
Mirajane: Mayotteta kotae ga nai saki e no michi wa
Erza: Daremo shiranai ienai

Lucy, Meredy, Wendy: Totsuzen arashi no naka e ochiru gin no hikari
Juvia, Cana, Lisanna: Obiecha dame da yo

Levy, Erza, Mirajane: Minna no yume no ki wa tsuyoi

All: Saa!
Aishiteru banzai!
Koko de yokatta watashitachi no ima ga koko ni aru
Aishiteru banzai!
Hajimatta bakari ashita mo yoroshiku ne mada gooru janai

Juvia: Tokidoki ame ga furu nda kaze de miki ga yureru
All: Issho ni iku nda minna no yume no ki yo sodate

(As Juvia sang her solo in a melodious voice, her eyes caught those of her lover. She smiled sweetly, to be rewarded with a sincere smile back.)

All: Saa!
Daisuki da banzai!
Makenai yuuki watashitachi wa ima o tanoshimou
Daisuki da banzai!
Ganbareru kara kinou ni te o futte hora mae muite

All: La la la la la la la la la la

La la la la la la

La la la la la la la la

(you get the idea)

(Music Ends)—

The audience erupts into cheer as the girls finish with a pose. That night, Crocus was booming with celebration and happiness. Not a single sad soul was found in the night, and all spent the evening in delight. Well…

Lucy was getting ready for bed. She had just finished taking a shower and drying her hair. She was dressed in light blue pajamas and removed a white towel from her head, throwing it aside to pick up the next morning.

Failing to notice the large lump in her bed, the blonde pulled back the covers and collapsed in. Cuddling in warmth, she closed her eyes, ready for slumber.

But slumber wasn't ready for her just yet.

"Lucy, you're taking all the blankets~"

Lucy's brown eyes shot wide open and threw off the covers to reveal Natsu and Happy hugging one of her pillows.

"NATSU!" Lucy was fuming with anger, looking up to see her window open to the chilly night breeze. How did she not notice that before?

"Lucy, you're being too loud~" Natsu mumbled, flipping sides.

"Yeah, Lucy, I'm going home, you're too loud," Happy muttered, flying out of her apartment.

Lucy glared down at the salmon haired boy. "You go too."

Natsu looked up at her with puppy eyes. "But it's cold."

Lucy and Natsu bickered back and forth for a while until Lucy gave up, letting Natsu sleep at her place for the night.

Lucy curled up on her pillow and closed her eyes. She felt a pair of strong hands snake their way around her hips and a familiar face nuzzling into her neck.

She felt a warm kiss on her neck, and a soft "goodnight, Lucy", causing her to smile.

Then she heard a faint, "I love you".

Lucy smiled and placed her hands on Natsu's.

"I love you, too."

Levy unlocked the door to her Fairy Hills Dorm and walked in. She noticed a pair of familiar shoes by the door, and she smiled.

"Gajeel, I'm home," Levy said, her voice echoing throughout the room.

Levy continued walking in and found the black-haired man asleep on the couch. She smiled and retreated to the bathroom to wash up and change.

The small fairy was dressed in a short, yellow nightdress and was drying her hair with a fluffy blue towel. Setting the towel down on a table, she grabbed a blanket and draped it over Gajeel's large body.

Suddenly, Gajeel's eyes opened and he grabbed Levy's wrist. The young mage shrieked, nearly falling to the ground.

Gajeel sat up and held onto her, making sure she wouldn't fall. "Oh, sorry about that shrimp."

"It's alright," Levy replied in a shaky voice. She was a little petrified.

"Gihi, you did good out there, shrimp," Gajeel smirked and pulled her into a hug, his arms around her tiny waist.

Levy was shocked at first, but then smiled and wrapped her arms around Gajeel's neck. "Thanks."

Gajeel abruptly lifted Levy up and walked over to the bed. Levy's face was shocked and frightened at the same time, while Gajeel's showed a devious smirk.

He gently placed her down and helped her into the covers. The dragon slayer crawled in as well, and hugged Levy's fragile body close to his. The two cuddled together, falling asleep with 2 "I love you's".

Mirajane was wiping the glasses clean by the bar in Fairy Tail's guildhall. All of the mages were gone while she was behind, tidying up her home, despite just finishing another live performance.

The demon was always at the guild late at night for cleaning, but she never minded it. It was a place she loved, so she never hated cleaning.

However, she was still in her idol outfit and makeup.

Soon, Mirajane found herself falling asleep, standing. She opened her eyes and glanced at the nearby clock. "2:15, eh?"

"You should really hid the lights, tonight… get to bed."

Mirajane turned her head and found Laxus sitting at the counter staring at her.

"Oh, Laxus!" Mira said, startled. "How long have you been here?"

"Eh, a while." Laxus replied in a monotone voice. "But seriously, this place looks good enough, get to bed."

Mirajane smiled. "Thanks for your concern, Laxus, but the dishes aren't done yet. It'll only take me another 30 minutes, so I'll be fine."

"How about we get it done in 15?" Laxus got down from the stool and walked around the counter next to Mirajane. He rolled up his sleeves and began helping her with the dishes.

The pair talked until the dishes were done, and remained talking past 3 in the morning.

Mirajane glanced at the clock. "Oh! It's almost 4!"

Laxus looked at the clock as well. "Yeah, you're right. I'll walk you back."

The demon gathered her things and she walked out of the guild with Laxus. However, Laxus lived closer to the guild.

"Hm. Stay with me for the night." Laxus told her. "It's a while to your place anyways."

Mirajane giggled and looked up at the blonde. "I'll take up your offer."

The two walked in the house, threw their belongings in random places, and collapsed onto the bed, together.

Erza was walking home, alone. She enjoyed the peace and night breeze, but couldn't help but feel a little bit lonely.

She took a quick pit stop at a nearby park and sat down. She saw the lights of the distant capital and the faint music and noise it produced.

Closing her eyes, she succumbed to the nature and relaxed.

"You know, it's not safe for a beautiful lady like you to be out here alone."

Erza turned around and saw Jellal smiling behind her.

"J-Jellal!" Erza gasped. "What are you doing here?"

"I was gonna ask you that," Jellal cheekily replied. "C'mon, I'll walk you home."

The two walked side by side down the quiet road. Jellal poked his elbow out, motioning Erza to hold onto it.

The scarlet woman grabbed on and smiled. Her smile suddenly turned to a smirk as she looked up at Jellal.

"What would your fiancée think about this?"

Jellal's face turned redder than Erza's hair and began to stutter. "W-W-What a-are y-y-y-you t-talking ab-bout?"

Erza chuckled and leaned her head on the blue-haired man's shoulder. "I knew you were lying."

The couple walked together until morning. They didn't realize they didn't make it back to Erza's dorm in Fairy Hills and continued walking until the sun rose.

Cana let out a huge groan. She was drinking far too much and didn't plan on stopping anytime soon.

She was in a random bar in Crocus, sitting on a couch by herself with empty barrels and bottles all around her. Light footsteps were heard and a soft thump was heard on the couch across from her.

"Hello, Cana…"

Cana opened her eyes and saw Bacchus across from her. "Ehhhhh, it's Bacchus!"

Bacchus was nearly drunk as well, barely able to slur out words. "How 'bout we take this to my place…"

The pair got up and limped all the way to a random hotel. Bacchus threw money on the counter and they made their way to one of the rooms.

Cana sat down on one end of the bed. "So, what are we playing?"

Bacchus got out a pack of cards and some expensive alcohol from one of the cabinets. "Strip poker."

The two played until Cana was down to her bra and underwear, and Bacchus was down to his boxers.

"Ehh, you're pretty good at this game, Bacchus," Cana complimented the mage across the bed from her.

"I'm known to be good at many things," Bacchus replied with a wink.

"Mmm I dunno…" Cana taunted, climbing to the center of the bed while Bacchus did the same.

The male mage put his rough hand to her soft cheek and whispered. "How about I show you how good I can be?"

However, before anything happened, the couple collapsed from exhaustion and alcohol. The pair immediately began to snore as their heads hit the pillows. They'll probably be there for a good 12 hours.

The other couples were enjoying their times together after the games. Wendy and Romeo were seen together on a bench at large park, sound asleep. Wendy's head rested on the boy's shoulder. Charle was enjoying herself, taking multiple pictures to show Wendy later.

Lisanna and Bickslow were playing video games together at his place, all into the night. They were laughing with each other and occasionally they hugged, or Lisanna would peck a kiss onto the male's cheek.

Meredy and Lyon were holding hands and walking past shops in the center of Crocus. They were talking and enjoying each other's company. Occasionally, Lyon would kiss Meredy on the forehead or nose, or she would lay her head on his shoulder. However, Ultear was never too far behind them, watching to make sure Lyon was treating her "daughter" right.

Even the couples from the other team were enjoying themselves. Jenny was nuzzling her nose against Hibiki's neck as she gave him a quick peck, and Sherry and Ren were busy making out.

Gray and Juvia were sitting across from each other in the living room of the ice mage's house. Both were silent, confused on what to say.

"Um," both said at the same time. They soon were jumbled up, trying to politely allow each other to talk first.

Gray sighed. "I'm sorry, Juvia. I've never treated you right and I never really took into consideration of your feelings. The truth is… I really do, um, l-like you… but I was never really brave enough to tell you. I was afraid I would look like an idiot or I would drop my cool. To be honest, whenever you hug me or even look me in the eye… I get fluttery inside. I was just too afraid to drop my cool, I nearly lost you."

Juvia's eyes were wide with shock. He loved her?

"So," Gray continued. "I was hoping you could forgive me, for all those things I've done in the past. I want to start fresh, and I want to be the one to cherish and love you for the rest of my life."

Juvia began to tear up, and drops fell down her cheeks. She buried her face in her oversized, blue sweater.

"ACK! Ah!" Gray was uncertain on what to do. I stood up and walked over to sit next to her. His stiff arm made its way around her waist, trying to comfort her. "D-Don't cry! Please! I'm sorry!"

Juvia lifted her head from her hands to show a bright smile. "Juvia is just, so happy, Gray-sama!"

The water mage hugged the ice mage around his neck and buried her face into his shoulder. Suddenly, Gray began to relax, hugging her back like it was natural.

"C'mon, let's get some rest," Gray said, coolly.

Juvia was puzzled. "Where shall Juvia sleep, Gray-sama?"

Gray grabbed her hand and helped her up from the couch and they made their way to his bedroom. "With me, of course."

"EEEEEEEEE!" Juvia screamed, immediately melting into a puddle of water.

"Ahh! Juvia! What do I do? Sorry!" Gray was panicking, trying to do anything (basically nothing) to help.

Eventually, Juvia calmed down and the couple snuggled up with one another under the sheets. A quick peck on the nose and a sincere smile left the night whispering "I love you" to everyone in Crocus.

The song used was "Aishiteru Banzai" from Love Live! Please leave a review to tell me if you enjoyed this story, and I'll be happy to have any critiques on the story as well. However, don't go too hard, this is my first story! Thank you!