I changed my writing style into the past tense. I hope you don't mind. It's just that I'm more comfortable writing this way. Enjoy! ^.^

Lucy's P.O.V.

"Wouldn't it be better if someone stronger than me goes with him? I don't want to be a burden!" I knew that it sounded like I was belittling myself too much but I would do anything not to be alone with Gray. Juvia would definitely kill me and I… I would be broken hearted. Let me correct that, my heart would be shattered more than ever. I still loved him. And spending time with him would make things worse. I just wanted to forget him. I guess it was my own fault for falling in love with the wrong guy. It was kind of a pity. My first love ended out to be a disaster. I expected it to be more romantic and joyful but this… this was so painful. I couldn't do this. I just couldn't. I would just convince Master that I was not right for this job.

"If there will be only two people in this mission, I suggest you choose Gray and Juvia." I wanted to suggest Natsu and Erza but they were away on a mission.

"No, Lucy. This mission is for you two." Master Makarov seemed so serious about this. I wondered what it was.

"Why? Was it specified that we do the mission?" Gray butted in.

"No. But it's perfect for you." The master took a sip from his mug.

"What IS the mission?" I asked him emphasizing on the word 'is'.

"You'll head to Sorcerer's headquarters and advertise our guild. There you'll meet up with other members from other guild, specifically, the guild members who allied with us to destroy Nirvana. The Sorcerer wants to do something special for their 100th anniversary. The staffs said that they'll be doing something greater than magazines. They're going to find other ways to advertise guilds. Your job is to make our guild look good no matter what." Master Makarov stood up on the bar. It only made me wonder since when did the master care what other thinks of our guild. As if reading my mind, Gray asked master the same question.

"Gramps, since when did you care about our reputation?"

The master turned red and rubbed his neck with his hand. Then, he started tipping his foot while moving it around. I was pretty sure that old people don't do that. Little girls would usually do it. It looked (insert a sound that you make when you're disgusted) on him. No offense. I swear that this image in front me would hunt me forever. I wanted to puke right then. Somebody please stop him. I couldn't take any more of this.

"Nevermind." Gray sounded like he just saw something icky. I couldn't blame him. The master just… I shuddered at the thought. But it looked like it was up to me to get away from this job.

"Mirajane! Let Mirajane do it!" I pointed at Mirajane who just gave me a smile in rerurn.

"Freed doesn't want Mirajane to do it." He stopped from being silly and turned to being all serious again. I totally forgot about Freed going out with Mirajane.

Erza? Away from a mission.

Juvia? Aha! Juvia!

"Juvia!" I smiled at my own accomplishment.

"Juvia's too concentrated on Gray too much. What do you think will happen when they do a photoshoot that requires them to hug and touch?" He pointed out. Darn it! He's right. And I didn't want them to be alone for that long. They might've had their first kiss. I couldn't let that happen. What the heck was I thinking? I tugged my hair down due to the desperation. I sounded so selfish right now! I didnt't have any right to say that. If they wanted to kiss so let them be. I didn't… Wait. Hugging and touching? What? No way! That was another reason why I needed to get away from this mission. His touch did things to me. He would notice that I love him. Then, he would ignore me forever. I needed to think of another idea. Oh! Instead of replacing me, I could replace Gray.

Natsu? On a mission.

Elfman? Too manly.

Gajeel? Too scary.

While I'm thinking I sneak a peak of Gray and saw that he looked sad and hurt. I stopped myself from thinking. Was it my fault that Gray was hurting right now? I didn't mean to hurt him. It was never my intention to upset him. I wanted to know what was the reason for his sudden change of demeanour. How could I be so dumb? Of course it hurts when your friend didn't seem to want to hang out with you. DUH! It was my fault he was like this. I couldn't bear to see him like this. Why did I have to love him so much? I let out a sigh. I guessed I have no other choice. I rather be hurt than hurt him. Stupid love. I fixated my attention to him and noticed that he had his head down while his hands where clenched to his side. Wanting to make him feel better, I put my hand on his shoulder and gave him a bright huge smile.

"What the heck! I'll do it! Besides, it will be nice to spend some alone time with Gray." I looked at the master who was currently dancing and frolicking around. Then, I turned my attention back to Gray. He's eyes were glued on me and his fists began to unclenched. I also noticed that he has a tinge of red on his cheeks and he's looking anywhere but me. He looked so cute! I couldn't help but smile at him.

"I'll see you at the train station! 1 PM! Don't be late!" I stood up from my stool and bid farewell to Gray, Mirajane and Master Makarov.

Gray's P.O.V.

~At the Train Station~

I stood up outside the train waiting for Lucy. I couldn't believe I was going on a mission with her. And we would be all alone! Maybe I would- Who was I kidding? She was totally in love with the flamehead. I groaned out loud running my hands through my messy hair. I shook my head to clear any thoughts of her. Then, I glanced around to look for her. It was 2 minutes to 1. I turned around darting my eyes everywhere. I was standing in the middle of the crowd holding my luggage tightly. I bet people were thinking that I was lost or that I just finally lost my mind. I completely ignored their stare and murmurs. I maintained my focus in finding Lucy. It was weird that she was this late. Well she was not late but she was usually early for this kind of stuffs.

"BOO!" I heard Lucy's voice behind me. I guessed she was trying to scare me but it didn't work. I decided to play along with her. In a sarcastic way that is. I turned around to face her putting the best scared expression on my face.

"Waaahh… I'm so scared…" I said in a monotone voice bringing my hands on top of my chest where my heart is located.

"You're a meanie Gray." She crossed her hands on her chest while pouting her lips. Then, we heard the train whistle its horn. I naturally wrapped my hand on Lucy's wrist leading her to the train. She quickly grabbed her suitcase with one hand while I carried mine. We were swarming through the mob of people. Soon enough, we reached the entrance of the train and went in. We walked through the isle as I let go of her hand. Looking for empty seats, I turned my head from left to right. After few minutes of searching, we found 2 long empty seats. I quickly made my way through the isle and sit on one of the empty seats while Lucy sat on the seat facing mine. We put our pieces of luggage under my seat. Then, we felt the train move. I put my elbow on the edge of the window while resting my face on my palm. I was so used to doing this while I'm on the train with Lucy. I tried to look cool by gazing outside the window. Suddenly, a middle-aged man showed up. His eyes were a deep shade of blue while his hair was dark brown. An odd combination if you ask me. He was wearing a trench coat which is totally not normal since it was a hot day. I raised an eyebrow at him while he gave me a soft smile.

"Can I sit with you?" He asked us. I started to small his breath which smelled like cigarettes and smoke. I was just about to tell him that the seats were taken but Lucy had to be all nice.

"Sure." Lucy smiled sweetly at the man. She stood up and walked her to way to sit beside me. Once she sat on the seat next to mine, the man sat on the chair were Lucy was just a while ago. An awkward silence filled the train. Not really. It was just in our place. Maybe it was the fact that I was giving the man a death glare. Something told me that this guy brings bad news. I glared at him harder but he seemed unaffected. He was even looking at Lucy wearing smug look on his face. He was ogling her from head to toe. Sick bastard. Good thing Lucy was oblivious of it or he would be dead meat. Me on the other hand would make sure that he'll be roasted like a turkey on thanksgiving.

"Is she your girlfriend?" He said still eyeing on Lucy.

"It's none of your business." I crossed my arms refraining myself from punching him.

"I'll take that as a no." I could tell that he wasn't looking at Lucy's face anymore. His eyes were glued on her chest. Rapidly, Lucy moved closer to me and whispered in my ear.

"Uhhmmm… Gray…. I'm getting conscious with him staring at me. Could you-"

"Hey, miss! I'm not feeling myself today." The jerk cut in.

"What?" Lucy turned her head to face him.

"I said I'm not feeling myself today." He repeated.

"Oh-kay." She slowly stated. She moved closer to me again. Our knees were already touching each other.

"May I feel you instead." He winked at Lucy. I saw Lucy turn red. Not from embarrassment but from anger.

"Oho. I got a wild vixen in my hands today. No worries. I like my woman feisty." I could see his thing getting hard. That was the last straw.

"I swear if you won't stop right now, you wouldn't be able to feel anything by tomorrow." I heard the sternness in my own voice. And I was thinking that he noticed that I was serious business. He went rigid all of a sudden and stopped with his perverted pick-up lines.

"Thanks, Gray." Lucy quietly said so that I would be the only one to hear it. Then, I heard her yawn.

"Are you sleepy?" I looked at her. She gave me a nod while rubbing her eyes.

"You can sleep. I'll wake you up when we get there." She closed her eyes, slowly drifting herself to sleep. I gazed at her, admiring how beautiful and peaceful she looked. Her lips were slightly parted while her chest was slowly moving up and down in a rhythm. Lacks of hair slightly covered her face. I carefully brushed her hair off of her face tugging them behind her ear. Unexpectedly she grabbed my arm wrapping both of her arms around it. She scooted closer resting her head on my shoulder while snaking one of her arms to hold my hand. She skilfully intertwined my hand with hers. I didn't know if she was having a dream or what but I knew one thing for sure. I was blushing crazily. I could feel her breath on my neck and my hands were brushing her chest.

"Bolster… pillow…" I heard her softly say. So that was it. She thought I was a pillow.

"Why don't you tell her you love her?" The man interrupted. I quickly snapped my face towards him wearing no emotion. I opened my mouth to answer back but nothing came out. Then, I felt Lucy shift her body closer to mine. I acted coolly in front of the man.

"Nat—su." Lucy whispered in her dream. My body went tense. Damn him! I tried to relax my body but I couldn't. She said Natsu's name with gentleness. I never heard her say anyone's name like that.

Next chapter includes Lucy's dream. The bolster pillow isn't included in the dream. It's in another dream. ;) Anyway, please R&R.