I am so sorry for messing up my post! I am so so so sorry! Please forgive me. And as my gift to you all, I posted this earlier than I had planned.

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Lucy's POV

I hummed to myself as I waited by the school gates. People rushed by, but none were the silvered haired male I was scanning for. I really thought Lyon was a chill guy, I don't understand why Gray was so upset when he found out Lyon was coming to school here. Maybe it is a brother thing, I don't know, I'm an only child.

I swayed back and forth on my heels as I searched for my said guy. Still nothing. Really sad actually. I didn't understand why he wasn't seating with Gray or Juvia; I mean he is best friends with her. But I guess it's a good thing, I get to hang out with him. I grinned.

It is kinda hard to believe that he is best friends with Juvia, not the she isn't cool or anything, but Juvia talks a lot about Gray and well, Lyon is Gray's brother. I mean how can you handle your best friend talking about your twin brother 24/7? It would be strange...at least to me...But that is just me.

Still swaying, humming, and searching, my stomach growled. I felt my face grow hot, this is beyond embarrassing, thank god no one is here or else I would probably cry in embarrassment.

"Hungry, Lucy?" A voice I knew too well called beside me.

Turning my head, I stuck my tongue out, "Shut up, Gray!"

He smirked and raised his hands up in a playful defense, "What?! I was just asking, no need to be so rude."

I winked, "Whatever, and I'm not rude, just honest."

"Telling me to shut up is being honest?" He deadpanned raising a brow.

I nodded proudly, crossing my arms across my chest and grinned. "Yes! Yes it is!" I burst into small giggles at Gray's puzzled look. I continued to grin, almost a stupid one like Natsu's.

Gray ruffled my hair with a couple teasing words, I tried to pry his hand off my head, but he only swatted my hands away with his other one. "Gray!" I whined his name as he continued to mess my golden locks up.

"What? I'm just fixing it for you," he muttered in an oh, so, mocking tone. I shot him a dirty look, but he only smirked. "You should be thanking me."

A dry and monotone laugh let my throat, "Ha ha ha. Very funny, now cut it out! I am going somewhere with someone today!"

He froze for a moment, and then simply eyed me almost as if he were trying to see if I were lying. "Sure you are..." he drew out as one of his famous smirks crawled onto that lovely face of his. Yes, I find Gray pretty handsome; I mean I'm a girl.

I stomped my foot and looked down. Then I mustered up all the cuteness I could; I faced him with a huge
pouty face. Oh yea, everyone has a hard time resisting the pouty face. Even Gray.

"Stop it, Lucy," Gray stated in a serious tone, his dark cerulean eyes looking away.

I kept my pouty face on and muttered in an innocent voice, "Stop what, Gray?"

"You know exactly what!" He fired back, but instantly regretted it. He ended up looking at me again which made his hand drop from my head and sigh in defeat. "Fine, you win."

I proceeded in doing my little happy dance, before giggling and pinching Gray's cheeks. "Hahaha, who is the sword master now!?"

Gray pushed me aside, "Whatever, I can still beat you in the Crown Realm."

"And I beat you in God of War every time!" I laughed with a proud grin.

Suddenly, I was gently pushed aside and a blue blur was beside Gray. My eyes readjusted; there stood Juvia clinging tightly to Gray's arm. She shot a glare at me and hissed, "Trying to make Gray-sama like you, how dare you, Love Rival!" Her blue eyes piercing into my soul.

If only she knew...

I shrugged, "Not really." I then sighed and massaged my temples, "And how many times do I have to say it: we are only friends!"

Juvia still glared at me, "Juvia does not believe Love Rival!"

I sweat dropped and rolled my eyes, saw that one coming. I opened my mouth to speak, despite the fact that Juvia was trying to ask Gray on a date and him being the idiot he is, not being able to comprehend what she was saying, I still did so because I didn't really care. "Hey guys-"

"LUCY!"

My body spun around to see not too far from me the silver haired guy I was looking/waiting for. Smiling, my feet shuffled towards him. "Hey Lyon," I offered a small wave which he returned fully.

He then peaked over my shoulder, in a hushed tone he mumbled, "Are they tagging along?" I shook my head. A sudden wave of relief washed onto his features, "Well then, shall we go?"

I nodded and started to lead the way once again. He soon started to walk beside me; an awkward silence fell over us. I coughed, "So...how was your first day?"

Lyon glanced over at me and sighed, his hand combed his silver hair upwards. "It was alright. No meaning in lying to you, you'll simply see through it." I grinned wide while scrunching my nose up; that made my ego go up. "I suppose it could have been better. I mean I would have been hell if I didn't meet you." A small smile graced on his face.

I slapped my hands onto my cheeks. Closing my eyes, I shook my head, "Awww shucks! You really know how to make a girl blush!" My lips cracked to reveal a toothy grin. He started to laugh, that made my already huge grin grow. "I really like your laugh, ya know?"

I know I said it aloud, but to be honest, I don't give a fuck. I really don't care how much of a weirdo I sounded like at the moment. I get called one by Natsu every day.

His eyes went wide as his whole face rearranged into utter perplexment. "You what?" He managed to sputter out from his shocked state.

"You heard me." I teased with a crumpled nose.

His eyebrow rose, "Don't go falling for me now, we barely met."

I twirled around and skipped off. Yelling for the world to hear, I simply grinned. "Don't flatter yourself!" I turned to look at him, "And don't you know it takes approximately five seconds to fall in love?" I tilted my head to the side.

His eyes soon became saucers once he processed what I said. His face slowly turned red, his body stood stiff. I burst into laughter and shouted, "What did I say about flattering yourself?!" Then I ran off, but I knew he was already catching up.

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Gray's POV

I tried shaking Juvia off, but she kept stuttering words I couldn't even understand. I glanced up to ask Lucy for help, but she wasn't in sight. My eyes scanned for her, but she was nowhere.

Did she just leave me here alone?

With Juvia?

I looked down at the bluenette whom still clung onto me. Then looked back up to search for Lyon. He'd be able to pry her off; he knows how to. My eyes kept searching for several moments, but he was nowhere to be found.

I pulled my phone out. "Damnit." Dialing the number, Juvia's grip loosened and her mumbling ceased. Freedom!

After several rings, Lyon picked up. "Sup?"

I let out a sigh of relief, "Hey, dude where are you? Juvia and I are waiting for you out front."

"Oh," he mumbled. Suddenly I heard some kind of giggling on the other side. He spoke again, but not directly to me, most likely to the other person. "Shhhh, I'm trying to talk here."

"Lyon?" I asked annoyed.

"Sorry- listen, go on home without me. I'm actually going somewhere with a friend," he stated calmly. "I already texted Ultear and mom, so it isn't a big deal."

My eyes went wide, yet my eyebrows furrowed in question. "Ok then?" I thought through what he said, "Wait who are you with?" For some strange and unknown reason, my heartbeat increased as I awaited his answer.

"I'm actually with-" he had started, but whoever he was with called for him.

"Lyon! Stop chatting with Gray! We're here!" Definitely a girl. Kind of familiar though...

"Talk later, see you at home." Lyon stated bluntly, then -click. The line went dead.

I was frustrated. Almost enough to throw my phone on the ground and scream and curse. But I kept my cool, I had too. Juvia was with me, and she was Lyon's best friend. I had to stay calm and break the news to her about Lyon.

"Hey, Juvia," I turned to face the said girl, her face red as a cherry for some reason. "Lyon isn't coming with us."

Her head tilted to the side, confusion set on her face. It reminded me a lot like how Lucy does it; I'll admit it, Juvia looked kinda cute. "Why is Lyon not coming?"

I shrugged, "He said he was hanging with a friend, so yea." She looked down in sadness; I couldn't help but feel bad about it. "Hey, Juvia, wanna walk with me home?"

Her whole face changed from sheer sorrow to complete happiness. I swear it was a bipolar moment for her. "Juvia would love to walk with Gray-sama!" Then she held onto my arm and lead the way partly.

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Lyon's POV

My eyes were wide as I witnessed this blonde girl eat her second serving of ice cream. She already ate one sundae with three scoops, now she's eating another one with four scoops! I'm barely finishing my banana split! What the heck is this!?

"You really shouldn't stare, it's kinda creepy." She bluntly stated, the proceeded in putting her spoon in her mouth.

I blinked several times, composing myself enough; I leveled my eyes to meet hers. "Sorry, I was just, well...stunned?" my face probably gave a confused look, my mouth hanging partly off the side, while my eyebrows furrowed with my eyes spacing out slightly. In other, more simply words: I looked like a freaking idiot.

She giggled that cute giggle she does. She pulled the spoon from her mouth as a lazy smile formed at her light pink lips. "Yea, I have a thing for sweets, but it's cool, I work out and play sports." She winked while raising an arm to flex her muscles in a playful manner.

I stifled a laugh as she did this. I continued to eat my banana split, eyeing her every few seconds.

"It's good ice cream, huh?" She chimed while broad grin spread across her face.

I nodded, "Very."

"Soooooooo," she drew the word out as her brown eyes scanned me cautiously, "What's the deal between you and Gray?" She narrowed her eyes awaiting a lie.

"Nothing, we just grew apart I guess...we love each other, like brothers should, but that doesn't mean we like who the other is." I mumbled quietly, knowing well what sadness and disappointment might have lingered in my voice. I stared down and stirred away at my melting ice cream; I blame myself really, I was the one who grew the most apart. I purposely pushed myself away from him.

Maybe it was because everyone liked him. He was so easily liked. I never was. When I was younger, I was too energetic. Now, I'm too serious and a buzz kill. I was either or. But Gray, Gray always gave off such a vibe that made people love him instantly...even Juvia loves him.

A gently hand landed on my, a soft squeeze jolted at the touch. "Lyon," her voice soft and velvety; it was smooth and warm. I glanced up, her eyes full of care and slight concern. "You don't need to tell me what's wrong, but I want you to know that I had a lot of fun with you today. I'm hoping we can hang out soon; you are really a great person." A soft smile curved onto her lips. It lingered there for a long, silent moment.

Finally a smile of my own cracked onto my lips. "Agreed. I am glad to have met you." I knew my voice had some sorrow still stirring within it; her features still glistened with concern.

She was such a kind person. It made me want to know why? How could she care so much for someone whom she didn't even know? I mean she only knows me because of Gray. It makes no-

It makes perfect sense now.

This is because of Gray. She being Gray's best friend wants to be nice to me because I'm his brother. How stupid could I be? It was obvious! She is only this kind because of Gray. What a fool I am!

I shook her hand off and glared coldly at her. Grabbing my things, I stood. Shock fell over her face, and then confusion settled in. I still glared, my gaze piercing into her. "I'm not a fucking idiot," I spat out as I turned away from her. "I hate people like you. Only trying to get something more out of me because of Gray, how low..."

My feet made great haste as I headed out, I heard her voice call for me, but I kept on going. I'm not an idiot anymore. She fooled me; I should have known. It isn't the first time, but I'm making sure it will be the last.

And she looked so genuine too. What a fucking actress!

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Normal POV

Lucy sat there stunned at his words. They echoed with her head, shaking her very bones. Did he truly believe that she was that much of a bitch? It offended her, yes, but made her think.

Coming to a conclusion, she slammed some money on the table and quickly slipped her light jacket on. Gripping her backpack, she swung it over her shoulder and ran out. She knew she wouldn't be able to catch up to him, wherever he headed, but she knew exactly where Gray lived.

And where Gray lived, Lyon lived.

She was going to set him straight and fix this mess. She saw so many broken pieces when she looked into his onyx eyes. So many shattered pieces. She saw it all. She knew exactly how it felt.

And going through it alone is more difficult than it seemed.

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Sorry it took a while, but tada!

How will Lucy fix this utter chaos? What will happen with Gray and Juvia? How shall Lyon react to it all? Found out soon in the next chappies.

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