Alright! I know I took a while but I have a reason! I've been looking through some information that will be vital and I found a few problems...but no worries! I'll just change some parts of history!
1) Natsu and Lucy were trapped for 500 years, which means that they could've missed the battle of Tartaros. Now this is a problem cause if I just choose for Fairytail to die that way means that the world will be taken over. If I choose for Fairytail to win then that means that the current events that are happening now may cause some major problems in the future. Like say Natsu will play a huge role in the recent and future chapters of the manga. If he's not there, then all hell will brake loose. You got it? So instead I'll just have it so that the battle doesnt happen and that Fairytail stays intact, until they die of old age.
2) I just wanted to clarify that the timeline is AFTER Thriller Bark and that they never reached Impel Down, or marineford for that matter. Ace's execution will not be announced in this fanfic cause, seriously, it'll just add a whole new problem onto my lap.
3) I'm not fully aware of some details in the anime One piece since I'm still watching it so please just PM me if theres a problem. Same goes for fairytail, though I know a bit more for this anime.
That's it for now I guess. Oh! Please do tell me if there is a problem along the way so I may fix it instead of being clueless about where all the hate may come from. Thanks for reading this fic, and I hope you continue to enjoy it! ~SweetDreams
Apparently the ghosts left the moment the crew went out of view, so now they were left to search for the ghosts themselves. Deciding to stay in one group since the island wasn't too big anyways they made their way through the markets, the group only containing Luffy, Nami, Zoro, Sanji, Usopp, and Robin. "What if we ask someone?" Usopp sighed as he walked next to Robin.
"Great idea, we should go to someone and ask "Have you seen two ghosts around lately?" Nami rolled her eyes as she trudged along, ahead of everyone.
"We could ask if there is a grave to Fairy Tail" Usopp countered woth a thoughtful look.
"I'll go ask" Robin volunteered immediately, the obvious glint in her eyes showed that she was excited to search for such an old grave. When she returned she was stoic as usual but the crew could tell that her eyes were gleaming with anticipation "They said it's a rumor but there is said to be an old graveyard in the eastern forest."
Changing routes the group made sure to follow Nami since she was the only one who had a good sense of direction in the woods. Unlike their first little adventure through the woods, the group was able to find the cemetery without taking any breaks.
The graveyard was breath taking, each and every gravestone seemed as if it has not been through 5 centuries, the intricate patterns and words still visible and clear to read, not even a single stone was chipped or faded out. "Well, that was easier than expected...:" Usopp sighed in confusion.
Completely taken in by the designs Robin ran her hand across the first stone she saw. "Amazing, it hasn't aged one bit"
"Yup!" a familiar and high pitched voice greeted the group.
Turning around they found the ghost of Mavis standing at the far entrance, a smile on her face as she approached them "Welcome to Fairy Tail's graveyard. Not many are permitted to enter here but you guys are an exception."
Not at all beating around the bush, Luffy stood confidently in front of the ghost and looked her in the eyes "We need you to show yourself in front of Natsu and Lucy, they are in shock right now back at the ship."
Nodding to Luffy's statement, Mavis smiled "I think Makarov is more suited for this."
"I would like to help" Makarov appeared besides Mavis as he grew more visible to the crew. A gentle expression was settled on his features as he frowned "Is it fine if I bring some of their team mate's too? They've been itching to see Natsu and Lucy"
Nodding Luffy smiled "the more the merrier!" on cue 3 more figures appeared, 2 being humans and the other one was a cat.
"Hello, you must be the straw hat pirates, thank you for saving my fellow teammates and nakama. I'm Erza Scarlet." a woman with red flowing hair and shining armor spoke first.
"Thanks for finding Lucy and Flame Brain. I'm Gray Fullbuster" A man with an opened button up shirt and raven hair sighed before nodding to the group, his face showing disinterest but his eyes were shining with gratitude and relief.
"I'm Happy! Natsu's best friend and partner. Thank you for finding Natsu and Lucy!" the blue cat smiled and waved.
"Ah! Mademoiselle! You are the most beautiful on this earth!" Sanji fell to his right knee in front of Erza. His actions resulted with him earning a punch from Nami. A snicker from Zoro going unnoticed by the crew.
"Moving on." Nami's eyebrow twitched "Let's get going to the boat."
"Yknow, that Nami girl is like Erza." Gray leaned over to Happy, not at all anticipating the heated glares he gained from the mentioned girls and Sanji.
The trip back to the ship was short as the pirates and ghosts walked along the path to the Thousand Sunny. "They're still in shock so please be careful." Chopper sharply warned the four ghosts before him, his 'doctor mode' held him sharp and stern.
A nod from each of them confirmed that they understood before they walked into the infirmary.
"Wha-?!" Standing up, Loke teared up and bowed to Master Makarov. Looking around he soon realized the current situation and smiled "I leave Natsu and Lucy with you" one final bow and he was gone from sight.
"Shit, they look so horrible." Gray sighed as he ran his hand through his hair. Laying before them was Natsu and Lucy on 2 separate beds, both were as still as dolls, their faces blank as they stared into space.
Not at all liking this situation Master Makarov closed his eyes and rubbed his temples. "I hope this works"
"Natsu, Lucy, wake up!" Erza sharply snapped at the two mages, determined to act as if nothing changed...much.
In response to her voice the duo looked up from their laps, a look of hope in their eyes as they searched for the source of the familiar voice "Erza!" A relieved laugh came from Lucy as she propped herself onto her knees as her eyes were completely glued to the red head.
"Happy!" tears built up in Natsu's eyes as he looked down at the blue cat. "Haha! They were lying, I knew it. Damn Loke with his sick joke!" looking around he smiled at the rest of his family.
"Natsu…" Happy half sobbed as he stared at the pinkette with tear filled eyes, his voice failing him as he watched Natsu turn to him in concern.
"What's wrong Happy? It's not like we died or anything."
Flinching, all four ghosts frowned at the beaming dragonslayer " Natsu" Makarov weakly started. Instantly he stopped talking as he was met with a joyful and confused smile, the look of joy completely disheartening the old man from speaking any further.
"Ah, Gramps. Are we free to go? I wanna get back to the guild so we could have a party!" his smile seemed to melt the dead mages even more as they felt their 'hearts' clench in pain.
"Damn it! NATSU IT WASN'T A JOKE! WE'RE DEAD! GONE! YOU'VE BEEN TRAPPED FOR YEARS!" Gray yelled at the pink haired dragonslayer as he ruffled his own hair even more, obvious frustration rolled off of him as he scowled at the ground.
"B-But you're right in front of us, right?" Lucy reached out for Erza, fully wanting to believe that she'll feel the warm skin of her arms. Instead she watched as her fingers fazed through, tears welling up and spilling across her cheeks as she pulled back her hand.
Having his smile drop, Natsu gritted his teeth and took a sharp breath, anger quickly building up. "How did this happen?! ...that scientist! Its his fault!" punching the matress he thought of the man who has caused all of this. His outburst seemed to push Lucy further into a sobbing mess as she covered her tear stained face.
"We know who it is" Erza informed as she helplessly watched Lucy cry. "Though we're not entirely sure if we're right, I'm confident we got the right guy."
Lifting her head Lucy wiped her eyes as her sobs still shook her shoulders. "W-what's his name?"
"I think it's appropriate to talk about it with your new companions." Makarov suggested lightly as he scanned the duo, his eyes slightly lingering on the crying blonde.
Nodding, Natsu stood up with some difficulty, his anger quickly depleting as he approached his quiet partner. "You okay, Lucy?" sitting down next to the blonde he encircled his arms around her. Careful to not hurt any of her wrapped injuries or irritate any of his own. Together they sat for a few minutes of silence as Lucy gradually began to pull herself back together. 'We'll beat the crap out of the guy who did this." Natsu's confident smile now back on his face as he felt himself grow lighter from the comforting mood.
"If he's even still alive" Lucy chuckled as she hugged Natsu back, her chin resting against his left shoulder, the comforting smell of the fire dragon slayer soothing her senses as she finally calmed down.
"Then we'll bring him back from the dead and kick his ass." a chuckle escaped his own lips as he turned to smile at his family.