Sorry for missing my update on the first... Life can get crazy sometimes... *coughs* On another completely different note, it's another chappie of "Hey There!"

Disclaimer: I don't own anything, but my cat might think she owns me… O_o

Hey There… Ch. 7

Lucy woke up to the sound of rustling paper and she realized that her dog might need to go out to do some business.

"I'm coming Plue! Hang on just a sec!" Lucy exclaimed and scrambled to hook the leash on to the white fluff ball. The dog didn't seem to mind and patiently wagged his tail. She quickly told Levy (who was in her room reading) that she was taking her dog out and the bluenette just waved in acknowledgement.

Just as she was about to walk out the door, she paused. "Hey Levy, is there an elevator in this building?"

"Nope!" Lucy heard Levy chirp and Lucy face-palmed.

"Why on Earthland aren't there any elevators?! This building is freaking ginormous!"

"You can thank the males of this guild and Erza," Levy wryly replied as she strolled out of her room to talk with Lucy directly. "We did have an elevator, but since elevator-kun was annihilated 26 times, yes, they rebuilt it 25 times, Master decided that he wasn't going to bother to fix it again. We haven't missed it too much because of space enhancement charms and it allows everyone to get a work out climbing the stairs up to their rooms." At this comment, Lucy sweat dropped.

"People destroyed an elevator 26 times? How does that even happen?"

"You might forget that almost everyone who lives in this building possesses magic. Some of the types of magic that guild members hold, like Erza, Natsu, and Gray for example, can do a number on objects and structures."

"Mavis," Lucy muttered and sighed in frustration. "What did I get myself into?"

"I wouldn't worry about it too much," Levy chirped, amused at her friend's overwhelmed face. "The people that belong to this guild are very kind hearted. They also mainly keep their fights to the guild hall on the first floor."

Lucy just had to laugh and twisted the doorknob of the apartment door. "Well I'm going to take Plue out. Do you want to meet me in the guild hall for lunch?"

"I would love to!" Levy exclaimed and waved goodbye as Lucy left her apartment with her shoulder bag and Plue in tow. Lucy was surprised by Plue's bladder control once again; he had never once made a mess indoors and there were days when she got home really, REALLY late…

Walking back into the guild, she spied a certain pinkette literally butting heads with a shirtless Gray.

"Damn it you perverted snowcone! Can't you tell I'm trying to eat in peace?"

"Oi! I'd leave you alone if your table manners weren't so atrocious that food was flying everywhere, ash for brains!"

"Why you-"

"I hope that you two aren't fighting…" an unamused Erza said as she walked up behind the two frenemies.

"Us, Fighting? No way Erza!" Gray quickly defended and wrapped an arm around Natsu's shoulders like they were the best of friends.

"Aye!" was Natsu's only response and he sounded mysteriously like a blue haired cat that Lucy had recently met…

"Good," Erza replied as she pulled them both into her hard… chestplate? Mavis! Why is everyone here so weird? Lucy thought to herself as she sat down next to Levy, who was reading a book at a phenomenal speed.

"Levy!" Lucy exclaimed as she stared at the small bluenette in awe. "How can you even process the book when you're reading it so fast?"

"Oh! You're here Lu-chan!" Levy happily chirped as she marked her place in her book and took off the red-rimmed glasses she was wearing. "These magical glasses, which incidentally are called 'gale-force reading glasses', allow me to read books at much faster speeds than if I just read with the naked eye. You should try them out sometime!" Lucy smiled in response.

"I'm going to get something to eat and I'll be right back!" Lucy quickly stated and walked over to the bar, where Mira was tending to some customers.

"Did you sleep well last night?" the white haired woman asked as Lucy came into her view.

"I haven't slept that well in a long time," Lucy replied and Mira smiled in response. "What is there to eat today?"

"Well there's a chicken pot pie, salad, we have some pasta prepped in the back, and I can grill you a hamburger if you'd like."

"I think I'll have some of the pasta. Thanks Mira!" As Mira walked away to bring Lucy her food, Lucy contemplated what else she was going to do with her day. Probably shopping and fixing up my apartment Lucy sighed internally and thanked Mira when she returned with some heavenly smelling pasta. As Lucy was reaching for her wallet to pay, Mira simply shook her head.

"This one's on me. Also, if you wind up becoming a guild member, you don't have to pay for any meals. In your monthly rent, food is also included in the bill so all you have to do is pay for besides rent is electricity, internet if you want it, and water. Also, if you end up staying here for more than a month, the first month's rent will be free as well. It was our fault that your apartment burned down, so the guild master felt like he should take some of the responsibility. Speaking of which!" Mira cut off and reached into one of the pockets of her dress. "Here is some money for you to pay for furnishing your apartment! If you want, I could come over later and help you decorate."

"That sounds great!" Lucy said as she took her food and the money. "I think I'm going to need all the help I can get. And thank you so much for the food!" Settling back into her spot beside Levy, Lucy took a bite of pasta and sighed happily. "This pasta is so good! Where did it come from?"

"Mira makes all the guild's food," Levy giggled as she started on her own meal. "No one complains because Mira is one of the best cooks ever!"

"I heartily agree!" Lucy said and the two ate together in companionable and blissful silence.

"Luuusssshhhhhheeeeeeee!" a high-pitched voice exclaimed and a blue cat flew into Lucy's chest. "I'm sorry I went through your clothes! I didn't mean it… I was just curious…"

"It's okay Happy," Lucy sighed and she cradled the furry creature in her arms. "I forget how adventurous animals are sometimes." At this comment, Plue jumped up onto the bench in between Lucy and Levy and gave a "Pun-puun!"

"Hey Luce!" Natsu called as he approached the two women. "Did ya sleep well last night?"

"Yes! Thank you very much by the way! I didn't have to sleep on the floor last night because of you."

"I don't know what you're talking about," Natsu mumbled as he plopped on a bench across the table from the two women.

"Oh Natsu, you don't have to be modest!" Levy teased as she saw a faint pink taint his cheeks.

"I'm not being modest. Because of me, Lucy's apartment burned down and she didn't have anywhere to sleep. My apartment is not currently fit for company to see, much less sleep in so I figured since you two hit it off so well, you wouldn't mind spending more time together…" Natsu grumbled and his gaze settled on the blonde. "So what're we doin' today?"

"Well I'm going shopping for furniture for my new apartment. I'm going to need you to come with me to do the heavy lifting. Do you want to come too Levy?"

"I would love to!" Levy accepted and stood up. "Let me go put my book back in my room and we can head out!" And with that, the petite bluenette scooped up her book and took off up the stairs.

"She sure moves quickly," Lucy marveled and Natsu chuckled in agreement.

"Do I have to come with you?" Natsu said as he looked back at the blonde.

"Yes, I don't know anyone else who can lift furniture. Well, I assume you can lift furniture…"

"What's this about lifting furniture?" Erza asked as she appeared right behind Natsu, causing him to jump.

"I'm not fighting anyone!" Natsu quickly retorted and shielded his head.

"I can see that and I'm quite proud of you," Erza said and smiled at the pair sitting down. "You said you were going shopping for furniture Lucy?"

"Yes," Lucy replied, still holding back a giggle from Natsu's actions.

"Well then it's settled," Erza said decidedly and crossed her arms over her chest. "Natsu, Gray, and I will accompany you on your quest. I assume you have a space enhancement charm for your bag. Is there anything else you require before we leave?"

"Levy is also coming to help!" Lucy exclaimed, trying to make sure that they didn't start leaving without the little bluenette. The red head nodded and went to go track down Gray just as Levy came bounding down the last flight of stairs.

"I'm all set to go!" Levy chirped and stopped to stare in confusion at a reluctant Natsu, a face-palming Lucy, and Erza dragging Gray towards them.

"Good, then let's head out!" Erza commanded and they all filed out of the guild hall towards the shopping district of Magnolia.

Shopping turned out to be a bit of a nightmare, as Gray and Natsu tried to get into fights behind Erza's back the entire time, angered her and then she beat some bloody sense into them. It's like a vicious cycle Lucy thought as she stared in amazement at the stupidity of the boys.

"This happens all the time, I wouldn't worry about it," Levy whispered to the blonde as they inched slowly away from the scenes the fighting trio caused.

Lucy did discover that almost every shop that she had ever gone to had a magical section in it. All they had to do was ask to "go to the back to check on some items" and flashed their guild tattoos and they were led to the backs of the stores where there were normal items that could be stuffed into space enhanced bags or magical items that were also for sale.

After they had gotten most of the furniture that Lucy required for her new apartment, they went into a pawn shop that held magical wares in the back. Lucy stared in awe at all of the magical little knickknacks while Levy and Erza perused the stock in interest. There were weapons of various types, magical tomes, jewelry, and even some figurines that moved.

"Wow," Lucy breathed as she approached a table of knickknacks. "All of these things contain magic?"

"Yeah, isn't it cool?" Levy excitedly replied behind a stack of books that she was carrying to the register. Lucy sweat dropped when she saw Erza examining some of the swords the vendor had on display and watched as she started testing them with a few swift strokes.

"What's your type of magic Erza?" Lucy nervously asked as she saw the redhead select a wickedly curved blade.

"I specialize in what's called requip magic. This magic allows me to summon weapons and armor at will out of my magical inventory. I currently have 106 complete sets of armor and over 2000 weapons in my magic arsenal that I can summon at any time," Erza coolly replied as she decided that she would purchase the blade.

"W-wow!" Lucy choked out as she saw Erza move right along to test the next weapon. Lucy quickly decided that she would look for a weapon after she finished with the trinkets. I might as well have something to defend myself with if I'm going to be running around fighting bad guys… As the blonde was perusing the trinkets, a small silver key with a marred handle caught her eye.

"What is this?" Lucy murmured to herself as she picked up the key to examine more closely; feeling a warm glow pulsing through her hand.

"That, my dear, is a gate key!" a little old woman stated as she took the key from Lucy. "You must be very careful with this! One wrong move and you could use its magic. This type of magic is all about contracts and if you don't want to buy this key, I highly suggest you leave it alone."

"I think I want it," Lucy said seriously as she held out her hand to receive the key once more. The little woman looked at Lucy with an eyebrow raised before she sighed and handed it back over.

"Don't say I didn't warn you," the woman grumbled and Lucy looked up from the key to smile.

"I've felt this warm glow feeling before… I don't know where though… I want to purchase this key please!" Lucy replied with determination. "I'm going to purchase a weapon as well. Is there any that you would recommend?"

"I have just the thing here," the old woman said and led her to a wall that had more obscure weapons. "This whip right here has similar magic to the type of magic the key possesses." The older woman then picked up a brown leather whip and handed it to the blonde. Lucy nodded and followed the woman to the register, where she rang up Lucy's items and exchanged the goods for jewels. "Have a good day dearie!" The elderly lady chirped as Lucy bade farewell to her and left the back of the pawn shop.

"What took you so long Lu-chan?" Levy asked as the blonde rejoined the group.

"I was just purchasing some items," Lucy replied and her new-found friends all looked at her in shock.

"You're a mage!" Natsu shouted, looking quite hurt. The others shared similar looks of surprise.

"W-well," Lucy started nervously as the group stared her down. "I don't know if I'm a mage or not… it's just when I picked up this key-" Lucy waved the silver key, "I felt a tingly feeling that I had felt before, so I thought that I would try to see if I was a mage…"

"That is actually a very good idea Lucy," Erza replied after a moment of silence.

"Did you just get the key Lu-chan?" Levy inquired, her gaze transfixed on the dulled key.

"Well, I actually also got a magical weapon for myself…" Lucy trailed off and dug around in her bag to pull out the whip she had also purchased.

"Kinky…" Gray mumbled quietly under his breath, his eyes quickly found something more interesting to look at.

"Well I guess we should get going then," Natsu said abruptly as he stacked his hands behind his head and spun to walk towards the exit.

"Wait!" Lucy exclaimed. "I want to see if I can use it here first… Hang on…" Lucy stared at the silver key, her thumb brushing over the worn handle. She felt the warmth come back to her hand and concentrated on it until her hand started glowing a shimmering gold. "Open, gate of the Canis minor, Nicola!" Lucy murmured and with a spark of light and the sound of a doorbell ring, a fluffy white dog appeared in the center of the group.

"PLUE?!" Lucy, Natsu, and Levy yelled as they stared at the shaking animal. Plue then stood on its hind legs and morphed into a white snowman looking creature with a carrot nose (AN: aka what Plue actually looks like).

"What the hell just happened?" Gray exclaimed as he pointed at the dog-turned snowman.

"Oh my Mavis!" Levy squealed with glee as she picked Plue up off the ground. "Plue is a celestial spirit! I thought this type of magic didn't exist anymore because of how rare it is!" As Levy danced around with a wobbly Plue, the rest of the friends sweat dropped.

"I think we need some answers Levy," Lucy said as she watched the bluenette stop mid-dance with an apologetic look on her face.

"Sorry! I just got so excited when I got to see a type of magic that I've only read books about. If you want, I can teach you what I now about celestial magic after we finish setting up your apartment Lucy."

"I'd like that very much," Lucy smiled warmly at the bluenette and took Plue out of her hands. "Well I guess it's time for you to go back to wherever you came from now right? Thanks so much for your company and I hope we can become good friends in the future!"

With a "pun-puun," the little spirit vanished in a poof of golden light and Lucy turned to the rest of the group with a broad smile.

"Since we all know I'm a mage now, I wanna join Fairy Tail! Can I do that when we get back to the guild?"

"Yes!" the rest of Lucy's friends answered and they all laughed together as they started back to the guild. As soon as they walked into the guild hall, Levy ran off to Mira to explain the situation and bring her back with the guild master in tow.

"So I hear that you're a mage?" Makarov asked as he stroked his chin thoughtfully.

"I think so. Mr. Makarov. Can I join your guild?"

"I don't see why not," the guild master chuckled as he eyed the blonde curiously. "You were going to be staying here for a period of time anyways… I definitely think there's room for one more in our family."

"Thank you so much!" Lucy exclaimed with joy.

"I'm so happy that you're going to be staying!" Mirajane cheerily stated as she held up a huge stamp. "This stamp will give you your guild mark. It's only visible to mages and it's not permanent if you want to leave the guild for whatever reason. Where would you like it and what color?"

"Hmm… Pink, on my hand," Lucy replied and stuck out her right hand to receive the stamp. Mira looked at her with a flash of her match-making look as she pressed the stamp into her skin. With an audible 'pop,' the stamp was removed to reveal a pink Fairy Tail insignia that was surprisingly close to the shade of salmon of a particular male's hair… Before Lucy could give Mira a retort, Natsu grabbed her wrist and yanked her towards the stairs.

"C'mon Luce!" Natsu chirped. "We gotta set up your apartment! I need to get away from that ice princess before I die of boredom!" Lucy had to stifle a giggle as Gray started to move towards the rosette, but stopped when he realized Erza would see if he started a fist fight.

"Come help me Levy!" Lucy called as the pair started climbing up the stairs.

"I'm coming!" Levy cried after she exchanged knowing glances with Mira and rushed towards the stairs.

After climbing the mountain of stairs to Lucy's apartment, the trio to a brief breather before starting to unload Lucy's purchases. It took about two hours to situate all of the furniture how Lucy wanted it, but after it was all said and done, Lucy bade Natsu and Levy a farewell for the evening and breathed a sigh of content. With some internal debate, Lucy decided to get dinner and unpack her clothes in the morning, leaving her time to unwind before she went to sleep.

The blonde retrieved her meal without a hitch and after finishing it, deemed it a great idea to have a hot bath. Soaking in the bath for a good 30 minutes, Lucy finished the rest of her nightly routine and reasoned it was time for sleep. As Lucy strode out of the bathroom in her pajamas, she was hit with the sight of Natsu relaxing on her bed.

"Mavis Luce!" Natsu groaned as he shifted to face the blonde. "Your bed is so comfortable!"

"What the hell do you think you're doing Natsu?! How did you even get in here?" Lucy shrieked.

"Testing out your bed! I actually live in the apartment below yours and I saw your window was open so I climbed in, ya weirdo," Natsu wryly replied with a raised eyebrow. He then sat up on her bed and scratched his the back of his neck. "Also, do you wanna start training for hand to hand combat? Now that you're a mage, you could be targeted by other bad mages for your rare type of magic…"

"That's actually a really good idea," Lucy breathed and stared at the rose haired man, slightly impressed. "When do we start?"

"Tomorrow if you like."

"Sure!" Lucy happily agreed and Natsu gave her a wide grin.

"Awesome! Well I guess I'll see you tomorrow Luce. Good night!" Natsu then jumped onto the window sill and dropped down into his own apartment.

"Good night Natsu," Lucy sighed as she crawled into bed. Natsu definitely was right Lucy thought as she closed her eyes. This bed is freaking awesome.

Another Chappie down! Wooo! "Yer a wizard Lucy!" Lucy becomes a mage, has a training session planned with Natsu for hand to hand combat, and Levy for her celestial spirit stuffs! Aaaaaand, she becomes a Fairy Tail wizard officially! I have no idea why I'm just so excited today… Oh well! I'll just carry on.

On a very random note, it kinda cracks me up, but this whole following business for the authors and stories… I think it's funny when someone new is "following" you. For example when you see: "AnonymousStalkerFriend is now following you" … O_O

A special thanks to Animallover, cat. , fanficlove2014, , Alyss Hatter, and Yuyui Hime for your reviews! Did I answer your question(s) Animallover? I felt that any and all elevators would not be able to escape the wrath of the Fairy Tail guild…

Thank you again for choosing to read my story! If you have any ideas or plot topics (for even a different story), please feel free to give me a review or PM me! I hate to sound like I'm begging for reviews (follows, etc.) but I really like being able to talk with the people who want to see this story continue. Sometimes when I talk to readers, I get (I think that they're pretty great, but anyways) ideas that I incorporate into the story.

Anyways, that's all for this installment of "Hey There!" See everyone next time! :D