Alright, I'm done with this chapter. There will not be any update for the next week as my schedule was quite tight with my assignment and work.

Should I consider the setting of this series to be AU and the character be OOC? The characters are being brought up differently hence their personalities will differ from what was from the original.

Chapter 7: The Confused Youth

Natsu was working very hard on his training. He had to start a fire from scratch. If he succeeded without using any magic or fire starter, he would have passed the test from his teacher, Jellal who would train him on the use of the Sealed Flame Blade. He had the instruction manual but nothing was better than having practical training.

Natsu just could not believe what had happened to Jellal. In fact he did not want to believe it. He just had great fight with his younger twin, Tsuna who wanted to bring him back to Fairy Tail. Their argument was so serious that Yajima who was looking for Natsu had to stop them.

*Flashback*

"Brother, are you coming back with me? Teacher is no longer coming back, nobody will be able to teach you magic. You are just wasting your time here. Do you think I have not heard about your condition? There is no way you can master magic even if you worked yourself to death when you are in the process of losing your magic power. You better come home with me!"

That was the worst thing Tsuna had done. He had insulted his pride.

"I WILL NOT GO BACK WITH YOU UNTIL I MASTER MY MAGIC YOU HEAR ME! YOU JUST WATCH, I WILL MAKE IT. " Natsu retorted angrily. He was determined that he would not return to Fairy Tail until he master his magic no matter what. Even if he returned now, he would be good-for-nothing relying on Tsuna and everyone else anyway. He did not want that.

*End Flashback*

Yajima shook Erza who was in the daze to take Tsuna back before things get out of hand. The brothers were on the verge of fighting. Erza nodded and dragged Tsuna who was making a din out of it. Yajima watched as both of them left leaving Natsu to him. He could see that Natsu was feeling really desperate. He would have to talk to Natsu.

Taking him to his restaurant, 8island, they had a long chat. Natsu finally blurted out whatever he had in mind about his nightmare and his fears. Sitting on the bench fidgeting, he informed Yajima about a secret no one should know. He felt that he did not belong to this world. Other than his teacher and Wendy, no one cared about him, not even his brother. As he narrated his thoughts, Natsu was on the verge of crying. He hated himself for being weak. It was not like he wanted it. He felt really miserable. What can he do to get out of his predicament?

"Cry if you want to. You will feel better." With Yajima's reassurance, Natsu allowed his tears to fall, tears dropped on the food Yajima had prepared for him. Natsu felt really safe with Yajima's company. At least it seemed that he would not hurt him. He fell asleep soon after on the table. Yajima watched his sleeping face and covered him with a blanket and wiped off his tears.

Yajima was already quite old. Throughout his life he met many people, he had a special ability which allowed him to have a glimpse of others' fate but he just could not see Natsu's. One possibility was like what Natsu had mentioned, he no longer belong to this world. He was not supposed to be alive in this period of time. Yajima understood that there must be a reason why Natsu was here but he must find out on his own. Another possibilty which Yajima had shrugged off was that his future was sealed by somebody to prevent people who had ability like his to get a glimpse of his future.

There used to be a Clan which was obliterated seven years ago had the ability to do that. The Head of the Clan was a beautiful and confident lady who was formally one of a Wizard Saint. She definitely had the ability to do that. He suddenly recalled she had a pair of twins as her offspring.

Natsu was woken up by Yajima's action interrupting his thought. He was really sorry about imposing on him.

"I'm alright now. Thanks for hearing me out." Natsu stood up and prepared to leave. Yajima was glad that Natsu was feeling all better. He wanted to stop him as he remembered what Ultear had planned for him but he hesitated. Come to think of it, if Natsu could overcome his fear, he would be able to overcome himself but...

"Natsu…" Natsu stopped and turned his head to see Yajima with a stern expression. He had something to warn him about. At least he needed to be prepared for what was to come. Natsu's eyes widened when he heard his words.

"You made it! Natsu-san!" Wendy cheered excitedly as she lifted up the fire Natsu had created. With that, Natsu had cleared the test Jellal had set for him. His hard work had paid off.

Natsu finally smiled for once since he joined the Magic Council. There was a sense of satisfaction. He finally did something which he felt satisfaction from. He could finally train with Sealed Flame Blade given by Jellal. He believed that Jellal would not want him to dwell on his disability and move on with his heads up.

There was a mage in Fairy Tail named Mystogan who was an S class mage despite being a normal human. He was proficient with the use of his magic tools which enabled him to reach the S Class level. Master Makarov was very proud of him when he made it through the S Class exam. Because of that Natsu felt that if he worked hard enough, he would be able to contribute to the public in another way and Master Makarov and Jellal would be proud of him.

Natsu became depressed shortly after feeling happy about his achievement. He regretted not leaving with his brother and Erza after hearing what Yajima had warned him about his next mission. Yajima asked him not to be too worried about it as Natsu would be able to overcome his fear and only Natsu was able to do it for himself.

As soon as Natsu returned to his dorm he was summoned by Pantherlily to be given the official order on that mission Natsu most feared of.

Natsu reported for duty the next morning. He held his breath as he made his way to his destination.

"I see who that is. Isn't that the disciple of Mr Jellal? So you are the one taking over the job to watch over me huh? It had been a long while since we last met during the last battle."

Natsu really dread to see him. He bit his lips as he faced the most hated man. If it was not for him, Natsu would not be losing his magic power and he would still be in Fairy Tail working hard with his friends. Maybe he would already be going out with Lucy.

At least he would not be forced to watch over him, the Former General of Kingdom Empire, Brain aka Zero.