Juvia stared wide eyed at the young man standing in front of her. He had spiky silver hair and his eyes were slanted, with dark round pupils and surrounded by dark lines. He was wearing a blue muscle shirt, white pants and brown sandals. He was handsome.

" Miss? " he asked kindly and Juvia snapped back to reality, blushing madly. She took his hand and he pulled her up.

She looked up at him. " I'm fine. Thank you. I'm sorry, I wasn't looking where I was going. " she apologized.

He smiled warmly and shook his head. " It's alright. Um, I know that we just met, but are you sure you're alright? Your eyes are red. " he asked concern and worry in his eyes.

Juvia couldn't help but blush and looked down. " I'm fine, really. " she said smiling weakly. She didn't know she was crying until she felt his hand on her cheek, brushing her tears away. His hand was so warm and soft.

" No, you're not. I can tell by the look in your eyes. You've been crying and someone hurt you. How can anyone hurt such a beautiful girl like you? " he whispered, smiling warmly. Juvia was sure her face was as red as Erza's hair and smiled lightly. " May I ask what your name is? "

Juvia looked up at him and smiled. " My name is- "

" Juvia! "

Juvia's heart stopped as she heard Gray's voice. She looked back and saw him stopping in front of her and the man, his hands on his knees and he was looking down, taking deep breaths.

" Juvia, listen I- " when he looked up, his eyes widened. The man had a look of surprise and shock.

" Gray? " Juvia looked at him. How did he know Gray?

Gray's eyebrows narrowed. " Lyon? "

With Natsu and Lucy:

" Now that was a nice meal! We have to do this again, Luce! " Natsu grinned, patting his belly. Lucy looked at him and scolwed.

" Yeah, sure. But next time we go out eating, you'll be the one paying for the food. " she said, crossing her arms over her chest. " I can't believe you didn't bring money with you. You made me spend almost all of my money! " she yelled. Natsu looked at her and raised an eyebrow.

" Sorry, guess I forgot to bring money. But I promise next time we go out on a date, I'll buy you anything you want. " he said smiling toothily. Now it was Lucy's turn to raise an eyebrow.

" Anything? " she asked. Natsu nodded.

" Yeah. Anything. " he said determined.

Lucy nodded. " Okay. " Before her eyes widened. " Wait, what do you mean by a date? "

" Well, this is a date, right? We ate lunch and now we're walking together. " he answered.

Lucy shook her head. " No, we're just hanging out like friends do. " she said. Natsu looked at her and Lucy couldn't help the blush appearing on her cheeks as Natsu's onyx eyes stared at her chocolate brown ones.

" Really, cause I thought we were on a date. I mean, just you and me, having fun, eating together. " He scratched the back of his head nervously. Lucy looked at him deep in thoughts.

" You wanted to ask me out on a date. " she stated and Natsu looked at her. Lucy noticed a deep blush on his cheeks, which she finds adorable.

" Yeah, but I didn't know how. I was really nervous. " He took her hands in his and Lucy blushed lightly. " Luce, be honest, what do you think of me? " he asked looking deep into her eyes. Lucy looked up at him and she found herself lost into his beautiful eyes.

" Natsu, I'll be honest with you, but I have something to tell you. " she said seriously. Natsu nodded and they both sat on a bench.

Lucy took a deep breath. " First, I have to tell you about my first boyfriend. His name was Dan. We met at a party when I was 15, he was so charming and sweet and kind. We started talking and getting to know each other. He was a year older than me and he's from Hargeon but moved in Magnolia and started at Mavis High. " she signed and continued. " So we talked and decided to meet again, so we exchanged phone numbers. He would text me almost every day and we would meet after school. After a month I fell in love with him and told Erza, Levy, Cana and Juvia. They told me to tell him how I feel and that's what I did. And he felt the same way. We dated for a year and I thought I found the perfect guy for me until one day at school I found him in the halls, kissing another girl, actually they were making out. I was so shocked and heartbroken. After that, I didn't hear anything form him, not a call or a text and I didn't even see him at school but it didn't matter cause he broke my heart. " she now had tears in her eyes and Natsu felt anger inside him, wanting to kill the guy that hurt Lucy. " Since then, I told myself that I would never fall in love. I don't want my heart to get broken again. I don't wanna be hurt, I want to be loved for who I am. Is it so difficult to find your true love? " with that she brought her hands to her face and started crying. She felt Natsu's strong arms wrapping themselves around her and bringing her closer to him. Her head rested on his chest and she blushed again.

Natsu rested his chin on her head and ran his fingers through her blond soft hair. He won't let anyone hurt her, he'll protect this girl with his life.

After a few minutes, she calmed down and Lucy pulled back, wiping her tears away and smiled at Natsu. " Thanks Natsu. " Natsu only looked at her and grabbed her hands gently.

" Luce, I know that feeling. To be truthful, when I was little, I was in love with Lisanna and when I told her, she told me she didn't feel the same way and liked me as a friend. I was sad and hurt, but she wanted us to be just friends. After a few years I got over it. So I understand how you feel, but you have to know this. If I was your boyfriend, I would never hurt you in any way. I'm not that kind of a person. You deserve someone who will treat you with respect, love you for who you are, be truthful with you, would do anything for you and protect you. So never say never. You have to move on and forget about that jerk, he wasn't the right guy for you. I'm sure that one day you'll meet the perfect guy and get together. You have to believe in your heart. " he brought her hand to his chest and Lucy gasped feeling his heart beating fast.

" Natsu... " she whispered. Natsu smiled warmly.

" Luce, I like you. From the moment I saw you, my heart couldn't stop beating fast. You're so beautiful, kind, funny, weird sometimes and seeing you laugh always brought a smile to my face. I like hanging out with you. I like how your hair looks so soft and silky, how your brown eyes look into mine, I like your smile, everything about you. I know that we've known each other for only two days but I couldn't help it. I really like you, Luce. And I've never felt so happy being with you since Lisanna. "

Lucy looked at him, tears filling her eyes. His confession... was beautiful. She didn't know what to say, she could see he was honest and serious. Her heart couldn't stop beating fast and she smiled widely.

" Natsu, I'm shocked, really. But I'm also happy because I feel the same way. " when she said that, Natsu looked at her wide eyed. " The moment I saw you, I knew you were different from the boys I hung out with. You are sweet, kind, amazing, you make me laugh and forget all about my problems, it is weird that I already like you without getting to know you. Your spiky pink hair looks so soft and your eyes look so warm. Even though you make me mad sometimes, I like hanging out with you, I feel comfortable, protected and loved. " They stared deeply into each other's eyes.

" You like me too? " he asked hopefully.

Lucy nodded with a big smile on her face. " I do like you. " Natsu stared at her, a beaming smile on his face before hugging her tight but not too tight. He wrapped his arms around her waist and rested his head on her shoulder. Lucy blushed darkly and smiled before wrapping her arms around his neck, hugging back. They stayed like that for a while, enjoying each other's embrace.

Slowly, they pulled back with blushes on their cheeks. Natsu looked at his phone. He then looked at Lucy and asked nervously " Um, do you want to watch a movie? " he looked down, hiding his red face.

Lucy giggled and said " Sure. " Natsu signed in relief and smiled. He took her hand in his and they both started walking hand in hand.

He stopped and Lucy looked at him confused. He had a funny look on his face. " My hair isn't pink, it's salmon. "

Lucy only laughed and shook her head. " Whatever you say. "

Here's the new chappie, hope you liked it, sorry about the confessions I try my best. Well, you know what to do, until next time¬!