~I would just like to express how deeply sorry I am about not updating any of my stories. My phone got damaged during a fight with my mom and I had to wait till September to get a new one. Although I was able to use the computer, my cat constantly got in the way as well as doing chores around the house. I am hoping that with my new phone, I can update all of my stories faster.~

~On another note: please don't feel shy about criticising my works. All good and bad feedback helps me to create a better story.~

~Love, Lin!~

Recap:

Sputtering in shock, I was satisfied with his hardcore blushing. I looked around before leaning in to whisper, "Just know this. I consider Mira to be like a second mother figure to me. So if you break her heart, you'll have me and several others to deal with." Leaning back, I was pleased to see that his earlier blush had left, leaving his face slightly pale in comparison.

Giggling, I was surprised to feel the presence of someone standing behind the bench. Turning around I met the stormy blue eyes of the one and only Laxus Dreyer. Seeing my shock, he smirked before looking at his second in command who sat there in what appeared to be a daze.

Reaching out, he lightly slapped the back of Freed's head, causing him to jerk forward before shooting straight up again while exclaiming, "Laxus-sama!"

Lucy's POV:

Smothering another giggle, I looked behind Laxus to see the rest of the group standing there grinning. Getting up I held out their tickets. Seeming surprised, they took them as we heard, "Train boarding for Hargeon!"

Rushing, we made it to the train just before the door closed. Sighing in relief, I looked around for an open booth, only to have my arm almost pulled out of it's socket by Laxus, as he strode towards the back of the car.

"H-hey! Where are you going? I don't see any open area's back here." I yelped, as he continued, ignoring me. Glancing back, I noticed Bickslow smirking while Evergreen seemed to be stifling a laugh with her fan, and Freed's face was finally back to its normal shade, as they followed behind in silence.

Finally reaching the last booth I noticed that it was empty and had the Fairy Tail symbol etched into the wooden flooring. Pushing me into the booth, Laxus and Bickslow sat across from me, Evergreen and Freed. Pulling on his sound pods, Laxus then proceeded to ignore us as we got settled.

(Walkway - Window)

(Bickslow - Laxus)

(Freed - Evergreen - Lucy)

Looking around, I took in the booth. The seats were plush and the floor was cleaner than others. Out of the corner of my eye, I noticed Evergreen smirking at my expression. Blushing lightly, I shrugged.

"So, Lucy. Why did you decide on us to accompany you on training? Not that I have an issue, I'm just curious. Also, where is your luggage?" Evergreen asked, confused.

Smiling, I replied, "I asked one of my spirits to hold it in the celestial spirit world for me until we get to the island. And I decided on bringing you guys with me because I want to get to know you all better. I already know everyone else at the guild pretty well. All I know about you is your names, magic and a few other small things."

"I see. Well do you have any questions for us?" Freed asked.

"Hmm. Not right now. Maybe when we are on the island."

"Ok Cosplayer Queen." Bickslow said, wiggling his tongue.

Puffing up my cheeks, I pouted, cause everyone but Laxus to laugh.

Peering at him I noticed that he looked a little green. Thinking about it I remembered he was also a dragon slayer, like Natsu, so he must have motion sickness as well. While I pondered about what I could do to help, I didn't notice that I was staring at him, nor the sly glances from the others.

~Time Skip~

We had finally gotten off the train and were on our way to the port when I noticed Laxus stop and look behind us. Turning as well, I saw a small blue dot heading towards us. As it got closer, I realized that it was Wendy and Carla, yelling out for us to wait. Confused, I glanced at the others, only to see the same there as well. Landing softly in front of us, Carla settled into Wendy's arms to rest.

"Lucy-chan! Something arrived at the guild after you left. Master told me to bring it to you since it seemed important." Wendy exclaimed as she reached into the bag she carried with her. Pulling it out, I saw that it was a video lachrima, with a note attached to it. Handing it over, she continued, "it says it's from a Mrs. Spetto."

Surprised, I replied, "Thank you Wendy, Carla. I have no idea why she would send me something. I haven't seen her in over seven years. Thank Master for me, and stay safe while I'm gone. We have to be going now if we want to reach the island before nightfall." Leaning down, I enveloped them both in a hug and watched as they flew away, before walking to the ship with the others.

After getting everything settled, I went to the main room below deck. Putting the lachrima on the table before me, I pulled out the note:

Dear Miss Lucy,

This is Mrs. Spetto's daughter. While helping my mother clean out the old Heartfilia Konzurn of any mementos that you might later wish to get back, we found this lachrima hidden behind some books. There was a note stating that it was for you. When we realized what it was, we wanted to send it to you as fast as possible but we somehow lost track of where we had put it. Only recently did we relocate it. We are now sending it to you in the hope of your happiness at this lovely gift.

Sincerely, Laura Spetto.

Smiling, I touched the lachrima and pushed a small portion of magic energy into it to play the video.

(Like what Éclair finds in Fairy Tail: Phoenix Priestess.)

Popping up in a holographic image, was my mother. Smiling, she seemed to fiddle with the lachrima a bit before stepping back to show my father in the background, seeming embarrassed.

"Layla. Are you sure about this? You know this makes me uncomfortable." My father complained as he tugged at his tie.

Shocked by his behavior I didn't notice until then, how young my father looked. My memory of my mother matched her appearance here, except she looked a little tired.

"Yes honey. Now the lachrima is recording, so go on." my mother urged.

"Hello Lucy. You probably already know this by the time you watch this video, but we are your parents. We are making this video so that you know how much we love you and hope you have a wonderful life. An-" he had began to recite.

"Oh Jude, stop being so stiff!" my mother interrupted in exasperation, rolling her eyes before smiling softly. "Hi sweetheart. It's momma and daddy. We made this video for your eighteenth birthday. Happy birthday!" she giggled.

I smiled as I saw my father's face when she interrupted him, before being shocked again as he laughed at her enthusiasm. I hadn't heard him laugh like that since before mom's passing.

"I bet your wondering where you are. Well have a look!" my mom exclaimed, grabbing the lachrima and taking it to the window. Viewed through the glass was a five or six year old me sitting on the grass playing with a doll (Gonzales/Michelle) and Capricorn standing in the background, smiling down at me as I talked to him.

"Aren't you the cutest little angel! You are going to be so beaitiful when you get older we'll have to barracade the house from all your suitors. Oh, we should probably begin our surprise before you decide to come in and interrupt. Capricorn can only occupy you for a while before he needs to go back." she said, walking towards my father as she set the lachrima back down on the stand.

As I watched, my father walked over to our old Grande piano and proceeded to play a soft melody as my mother began to sing.

~Song: Strong - Sonna Rele - Cinderella (Piano Version) on the Kurt Hugo Schneider channel.~

~The reason I chose this song was because it makes me think of what Lucy embodies within Fairy Tail.~

~Kurt as Jude and Sonna as Layla (in the video)~

~song's to long for me to type~

I could feel tears falling down my face as I listened to them singing together. As the song came to an end, I noticed that my mother seemed a little out of breath when my father led her to sit down. Seeming to catch her breath, she smiled and said, " Well happy birthday sweetie! I hope you enjoyed your present. Now it's time for us to go. Momma loves you, my little light." She seemed to tear up a bit as she waved before the video cut off.

Smiling through my tears, I reached up to wipe them away. Not noticing the three mages who were watching from the doorway.

~I would like to thank all of my followers and readers for your support. I love you, my little Dracos. May your wings carry you far Into the future.~

~Love, Lin!~