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"Thank you for defeating that demon ten years ago." He whispered to himself as he smiled at the memory.

It has been an hour since they arrived at the hospital. Lucy's ankle was severely swollen and she was immediately rushed to the emergency room to be checked by the doctor. Apart from that, Laxus has been having a problem. He can't shake the feeling that there's someone following them. Mavis was right; they can't go to the guild yet. Not until they can figure out who it is and why. He's been feeling that way since they have exited the forest of Oak Town and went to the station. Even in the train, he could feel someone's eyes on them so he faked his nap on Lucy's lap to appear as if he doesn't notice a thing. The motion sickness was never an act. It was real, thankfully. When they arrived and fought those weaklings at the Clover Town's train station, even though there were many people that watched, he still could feel that there's someone that was really monitoring their every actions.

"Laxus?" Lucy opened the door, snapping him from his thoughts. There, he saw that her right ankle was bandaged up. The doctor was behind her.

"I'm here," Laxus was leaning on the wall, arms crossed in his chest. He motioned Lucy to sit at the couch beside him.

"Okay!" She smiled and limped towards the empty seat. Laxus then turned his attention to the doctor.

"Hello, I'm here to explain Ms. Heartfilia's condition. The sprain on her ankle did take quite the damage. Usually, sprains took a few days to recover but hers are different. It might take a week for it to completely heal." The doctor, a middle-aged man with a mustache stated professionally. He must be used to these kind situations.

"What activities should she do? Is she allowed to travel" Laxus asked. Lucy just listened to their conversation.

"That is a definite no. Until the sprained area is fully healed, I suggest that she should take plenty of rest and no taxing activities. It might get worse." The man's features knotted in worry. Laxus nodded in understanding.

"I see. Thank you, Mr…?" Laxus held up is hand as to shake the man's. 'Okay, this is weird. Laxus, trying to shake hands is really out-of-character.' Lucy thought.

"Dreyfus. Dr. Dreyfus." The man smiled and was about to say something when the nurse called out to him. It must be an emergency. He then turned back his attention to the two blondes and said his goodbye.

They were walking around Clover Town, searching for a hotel to check in when Laxus started to feel that familiar sensation again. They were being watched. He whipped his head around trying to find that person or persons that are pursuing them. Not now. Lucy is in a bad shape. She can't fight in her current condition. After a few seconds of trying to find whoever it was, thankfully, the feeling disappeared. It was noon now, the sun is high up in the sky and it was scorching hot outside.

"Laxus, look. A hotel. Maybe we should check in." Lucy pointed to a building not too far from the street they stood. It wasn't fancy but it wasn't poor either. Just average. This could do since they don't have enough money to stay at a high-class place. "How much money do we have?" Lucy asked. She was also concerned that they can't afford it and besides she really was aching for a nice soft bed. Her back is screaming profanities from sleeping for almost two weeks in a forest. No cushion. No soft pillow. No warm blankets. Just a tent in the cold grassy clearing.

"Maybe enough for a single room." The truth was, they have enough money to afford two rooms but he was just trying test Lucy. He wants to know if she could handle a grown-up and devilishly handsome man like himself for a roommate. Besides, they need the money for their transportation

"Guess it couldn't be helped. Let's go!" Lucy then ran towards the building despite her injury. She was eager for that soft bed no matter what the consequences are. This left Laxus completely stunned. He didn't expect that kind of reply from the Heartfilia. 'I thought she was a noblewoman? Aren't they supposed to be selfish drama queens who only care about pretty dresses and money?' he thought to himself as he was left standing in the middle of the street, carrying bags of clothes and other things while his mouth hang agape. She was a unique woman, isn't she? He couldn't help but smile.

Laxus finally was able to reach her in the building. They asked the receptionist about the rooms. Lucky for Laxus, he didn't have to tell the truth that they can afford separate rooms because there is only one left. 'Thank you for that, oh, sweet, sweet, dear, Mavis.'

The woman was clearly stunned to see the both of them in their building. They were celebrities in the magic world. 'That girl was the famous Celestial Spirit Mage, Lucy Heartfilia and the other was the renowned Lightning Dragon Slayer and future master of Fairy Tail, Laxus Dreyar.' She internally debated whether she should do her job as a receptionist or just sneak an autograph. Her job triumphed, but true to the code of fangirling, she can't help but be intrigued as to why they were together. They came from different teams. Did something happen? Did they switch teammates? And what's this? They were even willing to share the same room. 'Oh…are they a thing?' She can't help it. She kept staring at them. She wants to ask but her job held her back. So, to harness that fangirl energy from her core, she donned her utmost courtesy in serving these people.

Lucy and Laxus were oblivious to the receptionist's sudden burst of internal happiness. They just thanked her because of her courteous actions and went to their room. There, they could see a king-sized bed. Lucy jumped the second she saw the pillows, pure joy radiating from her. When Laxus went to the couch, she sat up, puzzled.

"Come on, Laxus, hop in, you paid for this." Lucy patted the empty place beside her.

"I didn't know you want a man that badly." Laxus smirked and the girl blushed.

"You know, just forget it. You can sleep on the couch." Lucy retorted as she dramatically laid her body, her arms and legs covered the majority of the rather large bed.

"Oi, oi, oi, I paid for these. Let me sleep in there too." Laxus protested between chuckles. Lucy moved to the other side to give way to the large bear of a man.

"Good Night, Electric Eel." Lucy yawned.

"It's still noon, Bug-Eyed Blonde." Laxus chuckled as both of them fell asleep.

Two hours later…

"What the hell, Laxus!" Lucy gasped as she woke up when she felt someone hugging her. She opened her eyes only to see the person snoring loudly on her shoulders. He was tightly hugging her. Using her as a teddy bear, she can't breathe. She can't use her right foot but there's always the left one.

"…" Laxus was starting to wake up when he heard someone shouting. He sat up groggily only to be kicked in his right shoulder and flew away from the bed and land on the couch. "What was that for?" He shouted, angry that someone disturbed his precious sleep.

"What was that for? That's for choking me, stupid!" Lucy growled at Laxus.

"What? I didn't." Laxus' calmed down and spoke in an obvious tone of innocence. He has no idea of what he was doing when he's asleep. Understanding and sympathy dawned upon Lucy when Laxus started rubbing his right shoulder. She still could see the dark circles around his eyes. She shouldn't have reacted that way. The man was very kind to her even though he's quite rude. She needs to apologize now.

"I'm sorry…" Lucy trailed off. She bowed down her head in regret. Of course, Laxus was flabbergasted. The Heartfilia was continuously surprising him today. He didn't know what to do.

"It's okay." He said gently, trying to reassure the somber girl, although his shoulder really needs some tender loving care. It's beginning to irritate him. She sure packs some one hell of a kick. Lucy noticed Laxus' discomfort and immediately thought of a way to help him.

"Come here." The Heartfilia motioned Laxus to go back to bed in which he confusedly complied to. Lucy massaged Laxus sore spot. 'Oh, sweet, dear, Mavis, this feels good. This counts as another point for me, the Great Laxus Dreyar! Ha!' Snapping from his fantasy, he saw the girl wincing. Sitting up and using her feet to lift and level herself to his height, she's damaging her ankle.

"H-Hey, enough of that!" Laxus quickly stood up which surprised the meek girl.

"B-but…"

"I'm fine. Look." Laxus flexed his right shoulders. Indeed, it was alright. Wow. Lucy started to protest but the man added, "You should rest. Lie down, okay." The girl obeyed his words. The man joined her. They were facing each other. "Come here." Laxus gestured for Lucy to move near him.

'What's with Laxus? Is he playing with me? Well, better do as he says or I might get zapped again.' Lucy moved near him. He gently put his arms around her, as if trying to protect her and not choke her to death. Laxus didn't know what to do. The arm just moved on its own. What surprised him more is that Lucy also put her arms around his torso. She leaned into him, burying her face into his chest and falling asleep. She must really be tired from all the ruckus they have encountered that day. He closed the distance between them and buried his face into her hair, it was very a sweet smell and he enjoyed what probably the most peaceful sleep in his entire life.

"I think I like you, Heartfilia." He smiled.

A/N: And here's another chapter for you guys. I'm sorry I wasn't able to update yesterday. I'm really busy. I just hope you enjoy this one because yeah, Laxus finally admitted that he llllliiikkkkeesss Lucy. Hahaha. Thanks for the Follows and Favorites, by the way!

VespraKiora: Thank you for your never tiring support. Here's a new chapter to read. I'm sorry it took so long. :)

Paname: Yes! And Lucky Laxus too. Hahahaha :)

AnimeLuver778: Yes, the mayor was talking about Lullaby. The idea just came to me because the place is Clover Town. Sadly, Team Natsu didn't notice them but it'll come around :)