They were following the old lady as she assists them. Juvia was looking slightly disappointed behind Gray who was as usual looking and examining everything they passed by.

The big chandelier in the dining area welcomed them with fancy and bright lights. Juvia can't help herself not to be amazed again on how beautiful it was simply because it was the first time she seen one.

"Come. Come and sit here, Juvia-chan." Mr. Fuso pointed on the chair on his left side.

"Just call her Juvia, Sir." She fake a smile because the truth was, she was a bit annoyed.

The old man smiled back and just nodded.

"And you here, Gray-kun." He pointed on the chair on his right side ending the two mages facing each other in the dining table.

"It's been a while since the last time I had dinner with anyone." said Mr. Fuso laughing.

They talked and laughed while it lasts. Juvia told them a joke that made Gray almost choked up the meal he was eating because he can't stop himself from laughing. The old man told them a lot of stories about the city. Gray shared the guild's weirdness before Juvia ever joined and also Natsu's failures and idiotic mind. Juvia can't help not to feel amazed on Gray's reaction as he tells them stories about it like he was really happy it happened and it was fun. She has never seen him like this.

But then Gray stopped and he suddenly started to look pale and nauseous.

"What's wrong Gray-sama?"

"My stomach hurts. Can I head back first? I'm sorry." he said and stood up from where he was sitting.

"It's fine Gray-kun. Go ahead. I'll accompany Juvia on your room as soon as we're done."

"I'm sorry for being disrespectful."

"You don't have to. I Besides, I can't blame you after all those talks. Specially Juvia's story. Go ahead."

"I hope you'll be okay, Gray-sama."

They served her desserts as they talk more about their jobs and stuffs. It was past 9 when they finally decided to head back to their room and rest. Juvia somehow managed to convince him to not accompany here anymore and asked him if she could take a walk outside instead.

"Are you really sure you're not tired at all?" asked Mr. Fuso worriedly.

She nodded. "Juvia slept on the train on our way here. She's not that sleepy yet."

"Okay. Suit yourself then." he smiled and left.

She was just planning to stay in the garden when she happened to saw the beautiful lake near it. The blue moon and the stars in the sky were reflecting on the water. The sound of the air hitting on the trees, making it look like they were happily dancing and the silence of everything was like music in her ears. A paradise. She sat near the lake, feeling the grass by her hands, enjoying the cool wind blowing and stroking her long and shiny blue hair.

Sometimes, it's better to be alone because it gives you some time to be who you are and think about the things that have been bothering you for a while. Juvia guess, it's better like this. She can think and cry without people asking her and being worried about her. She doesn't want her to be a bother to them anymore. She doesn't want them to worry about her. She don't want them to know what's killing her right now. She doesn't want him to know it was him.

Gray's POV:

Seriously, why does it have to while having dinner with them? Damn, it's so embarrassing. It's almost 10. I'm sure they're done already. But why is she not here yet? What's taking her so long. Or maybe they weren't done yet. I guess, checking on them would do.

I locked the door of our room to secure our stuffs, not that I don't trust the people here, and was about to go downstairs when 'that room' creaked to an open. That magic again. It gives me goose bumps. What's in there? Or perhaps, who's in there?

I slowly pushed the door when suddenly I heard someone moved inside and yelled.

"Who's there?!"

"Oh. I'm sorry. I thought there was something wrong. So I checked it." The door opened and Mr. Fuso came out holding a glass of wine on his left hand.

"It's okay. Just don't come near here."

How can I not go near it? You let us stay on the room right next to it.

He was pale. He also looked like he cried or something.

"How do you feel now anyway? Does your stomach still hurts, Gray-kun? I can call someone to check on you."

"Oh no. I'm fine already. I thought you guys were still downstairs."

He gave me a small laugh that made me feel uneasy for some reason.

"As soon as you left, we decided to head back as well but she asked me if she could take a walk outside. I'm sure she's in the garden."

"I guess, I'll check her then."

"Are you worried? he smirked.

"No! I just need to ask her something." I lied.

"Is that so? Okay then. Try to check her on the lake. "

"Okay. Thank you."

As I go downstairs, I knew that he was watching me and looking at me. People here really creeps me out.

Where could that idiot be? I've been looking for her everywhere. She must be out here somewhere. I went to the bench near the fountain in the garden already but there was no sign of her. Oh, the lake.

As soon as I get there, I was so amazed on how beautiful it was, how everything around was reflecting on the water. And then I saw where she was, under a tall tree.

Such an idiot sleeping here.

"Oi Juvia." I said trying to wake her up.

"Gray-sama. Why are you here? I thought you were sleeping already because you weren't feeling well." she mumbled on her sleep.

"Oi." I called her again.
"I was so worried about you. But then I didn't check on you because I'm sure you'll just get mad at me."

I stopped and listened to her sleep talk instead of trying to wake up and because I felt guilty at the same time.

"I feel relieved, that you're okay now. I could get some sleep."

She's not talking in third person. How cute. This is the first time, I've seen and heard her talk like that.

"Gray-sama, I love you."

Idiot. You really think of me a lot. I let out a small laugh as I watch her sleeping, making faces and smiling as she calls my name. Since, nobody's around, and since she's asleep, I guess it would be fine.

Normal POV:

Juvia was enjoying the air that was gently stroking her blue and shiny hair. It was making her feel comfortable, making her forget that she was alone, and that she's free. She was enjoying the night until...

"Juvia."

"Gray-sama? What are you doing here? Juvia thought you were sleeping already because you weren't feeling well."

"I was looking for you. Why are you here? It might be freezing for you." He took his jacket off and wrapped it on her shoulders.

You don't have to do this, Gray-sama. I'm fine, really." She said trying to hide the blush on her face this time.

"I was so worried about you. But then I didn't check on you because you'll just get mad at me." She added but then he just stayed silent.

""I feel relieved, that you're okay now. I could get some sleep."

"Juvia." He spoke again, finally. She thought.

"Hmm?" she looked up and saw that he was now just inches away from his."

"Idiot."

"Gray-sama, I love you."

But before she could say something again, he pressed his lips against hers. Her eyes widened in shock as she was finally become aware of what was happening until something hard fell on her head.

Eh? Juvia was just dreaming? Ugh! She would've have slept a little longer. She thought as she almost screamed in annoyance. But then it felt weird. The kiss. It felt real. Juvia have dreamt of him a lot, but tonight was different. Juvia really felt his lips. It's warm and soft. Or Juvia's just imagining things again. Juvia hope he's feeling alright now though. She thought again to herself.

But then she didn't knew that a certain ice mage really went and check on her and Mr. Fuso who happened to be drinking his red wine on the balcony on his room saw everything that had happened.

"Young love. How strong yet selfish. I wish he could try to be honest with himself even for once. I can see how important she is for him. How much he really cares." He sighed and then smiled.

I hope you all like this chapter as much as I did! It's one of my favorite chapter so far! Is she just imagining things or what? *Mira's voice again* Oh my my! I myself, is so excited on what will happen to those two. Anyway, don't forget to leave a review! I'll update as soon as possible. (As always. Hehe.)