Last Chapter:

"It's one thing that the soul has absorbed that much of spirit energy but if the body has also done the same thing, Lucy won't have long to live."

"But shouldn't the magic gathered by the body counteract the effects of spirit energy?" Laxus guessed.

"I'm afraid that's not the case. Lucy is a human, a mage at that. She needs Eternano, not spirit energy to live."

"Ok…" Laxus said, clearly still confused by the problem.

"Ok, I take it that as you can't understand what I'm saying. To make it simple, think of Celestial Spirits as an example. We are composed of spirit energy, our powers originate from it. That's why when we are injured, we go back to our world to recuperate. On the other hand, when we are summoned, we use the magic power of our masters, meaning Eternano. That's why the more our contractors or masters keep us in this realm, the more they drain themselves of their powers and have their life in danger so, never think of Celestial Spirit mages as weak because, basically, they endure loss of large amount of power." Loke paused and glanced at Laxus, understanding, guilt and new found respect dawning upon his face.

"In my case, I have been in this realm for roughly three years, and in that time, my existence is already corroding away. And the reason for that is…" He was abruptly cut by Laxus.

"…you can't heal yourself because you can't absorb Eternano." Loke was impressed by this man's intuition. Clearly, this man's not just all-muscle but has brains, too. "And in Lucy's case, the reason she was able to absorb the spirit energy is because her soul, her very essence is bare to outside forces that might invade it. On the other hand, the reason she has attained great amounts of Eternano is because she is still a member of Fairy Tail, and this is our sacred ground. And another possible reason would be her Second Origin; it expanded her container of magical power." Now that was what Loke can call an S-Class mage. Impressed by this, Loke nodded his head.

"So, what should I do?"

"The amount of Eternano should be fine for now but the spirit energy she accumulated is a big problem. You need to train her so that the endurance and stamina of her body can keep up with the vast amounts of mixed energy within her. Train her here for a while and have that spirit energy be exhausted from her body. The Eternano in this sacred ground will help her regain magic quickly after each summoning."

"Why would she be summoning?"

"Because that's the only possible way I can think of exhausting the spirit energy."

"Is that true?" Both of them stared at her. Shock crossed her face and tears threatening to fall from her eyes.

"Yes, princess, it is true." Loke was the first to speak up.

"Lucy,…" Laxus was lost in his own words.

"And you are?" She asked again, pointing to Loke.

"My princess, I am one of your Celestial Spirits"

"Oh…" It was the only thing Lucy could say.

"Lucy, how much of it have you heard?" Laxus asked concerned at the thought that she might be counting her remaining days before her impending doom. She cared for the girl, that's as clear as a summer sky. Who would've not cared for her. He basically nurtured the girl in those three months after all.

"Basically, everything. I just have one question though."

"What is it, princess?" Loke inquired.

"When do we start training?"

The question surprised both men in the room. They didn't actually think that she would ask such a bold question even though her life is on the line. She was quite determined to put all of her weakness behind. That was the Lucy both men had known for a long time. Her memories may be gone but she's still that girl who always smiled and laughed along her beloved teammates. At this realization, Lucy earned the full respect of a certain blond Lightning Dragon Slayer and the maximum trust of the Lion.

"Whenever you want, Blondie!" Laxus grinned at her. 'Well, she's some one hell of a chick!'

"Today would be good, Tall, Blonde and Arrogant!" Lucy countered, matching the grin of her savior and laughed along her trusted spirit. At this, Laxus scowled and turned his head away, hiding the blush that is threatening to creep along his face.

A/N: OH MY GOD! Three new reviews! That was really awesome!

XxShyxX: Yes. Lucy will be taken to a certain somewhere but I'm still not sure where. I'm still thinking. :)

Paname: Me too. I mean, I don't even now what I will write next chapter. Hahaha. :)

AnimeLuver778: Thank You so much for those never ending reviews! :)

And Thank you also to those new Followers and Favorites! I really hope you all like it and I'll be posting as much as I can. By the way, what do you think would be the most epic cover image for the story? Hahaha. Love y'all! :D