Chapter 16
Lucy's P.O.V
I looked at the ceiling, contemplating. The others had left a while ago, trying to find what I tried to tell them. What they needed was a liquid fire, a rare potion made by fire mages who were specialized healers. And I couldn't even tell them what it was called. My body seemed to be slowing down, I could feel it. I didn't have the time they needed to find the potion. I knew I was going to die someday, why not today? I wrote my letter saying my goodbyes already. This is as good a time as any to die. I felt tears pricking at my eyes. The thought of leaving them all behind was excruciating. But, if it had to be done. I closed my eyes, blocking out the world. If I just fell asleep….My thoughts were interrupted with a bang sounding across the room. I wrenched my eyes open in alarm.
"Hey there, Luce!" Natsu seemingly shouted. I groaned. Could he be any more hyped up? I just glared at him as he neared. No one else was here. His eyes softened.
"I know you can't talk, so just listen. I came back, so you could have some protection from Damon, but also so you can hear me out, without yelling at me." He admitted, slightly sheepish. My glare deepened.
"Um. I'm no good at talking about these things, so here I go. I understand why you left that creep. And I don't believe that you were ever in love with the guy. And I'm glad that you are in Fairy Tail. And I promise that I will protect you from him, no matter what. I will do anything for you. Believe me." He said, leaning down, and resting his forehead on mine. Tears finally broke free, slowly crawling down my face. I wanted to yell at him, I wanted to hug him. I wanted to tell him how I feel. I wanted so much, but I couldn't. My body wouldn't let me. So, I gave up.
"Na-ts—u." I chocked out. He just smiled at me sadly, pulling away.
"I mean it, Lucy."
"LUCY!" I suddenly heard. Wendy pushed past Natsu, holding a vial in her small hands. The label said Darkmyrrn. That was it. The potion.
"Porlyusica-san told us what it was! She knew, and she had some!" She said, clearly happy and out of breath. My eyes widened. She had it. Natsu grabbed it, lifted my shoulders, and poured the vial slowly into my mouth. It burned like nothing I had ever had before. I coughed, sputtering. But I could feel my energy returning. Natsu smiled, hugging me, crushing me into his frame.
"Natsu said something, but I'm not going to tell you what yet :) Soultail~" Suddenly, the door banged open, and Damon walked in, looking angry.
"That's it. It appears I have to take things into my own hands."