A/N: I'm enjoying writing both Lucy and the other's missions, as like an episode in a television show, you always need a subplot. Except this chapter is purely Starlight-mission based. The S-Class mission returns next chapter. Oh, and I'm going to start writing in a schedule now. Like definite updates every Friday either in the morning or in the afternoon. Today is a Tuesday, as we're all aware, and in fact it is also April Fool's Day. Hooray! One of my favourite authors on this website updated their NaLu fanfic just for today and it was hilarious. But this is a real chapter and it's been sitting in my folder for three days and I can't wait until Friday to post it so I'm posting it today. Still going to have update on Friday though.

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The Town of Starlight

A gentle knock on the door sent Lucy's train of thought straight off of its course and she raised her head, forgetting about whatever had caused the inner debate inside her mind. "Good evening, Lucy." The nurse from before who had greeted her when she first awoke came into the room, a smile gracing her features. The Celestial Mage made a mental note to discover how this woman knew her name.

"Evening…" Lucy hesitantly responded, her eyes travelling to the window that allowed the cool night's air to float into her room. She'd slept through the entire day, but she finally felt back to normal once more.

"I've brought you the clothing you're required to wear this evening, I'm sure you'll look lovely in it." The nurse smiled, resting a neatly folded kimono on the bed beside the blonde-haired girl. Lucy nodded slowly, catching the woman's gaze. Honestly, the woman reminded her of her mother, the dark brown eyes and soft blonde hair, graceful features…it was all there. And also the way this woman knew her name…it baffled her. Obviously, she knew there was no way she could be related to her, but she felt a sudden longing for her mother she hadn't felt in years just by looking at this woman.

"I'll allow you privacy to get changed, dear." The woman smiled, turning to leave.

"Wait." Lucy said quietly. "Can…can you tell me your name?" She cringed slightly at her awkward manner of speaking, but the woman's eyes simply shone with amusement.

"Laura." She responded, lifting the empty bowl that once held Lucy's lunch off of the table. She had to admit that the food here was amazing. "I'll see you later, Lucy." Laura said, making her leave.

As the door shut quietly, Lucy gently ran a hand through her hair and inspected the kimono with a curious look. Apparently, Laura said she was requiredto wear it, speaking of it in a tone that meant it wasn't a mere suggestion. "Maybe it's a custom here, for everyone to wear this." She wondered aloud, tapping her chin as she thought about it. "I can't disrespect their culture, after all. That would be rude." As she spoke, she stepped closer to the kimono, reaching out towards it. Her fingertips lazily traced the gorgeous swirls of colour upon the fabric, a gentle smile gracing her features at the soft texture. Delicately unfolding the clothing, Lucy spared a glance towards the belt resting on the bedside table which held her keys. She surely couldn't wear it over this traditional article of clothing, it wouldn't look correct. Sighing loudly, she wandered over to the bedside table and unclipped the pouch, weighing in thoughtfully in her hands. She barely went anywherewithout her Gate Keys, sometimes she even slept with them beside her pillow to assure herself of her own safety. It would feel too strange without them.

Reluctantly deciding against wearing them, but merely carrying the pouch in her hand, Lucy undressed from the nightgown she'd been presented with and began to unfold the kimono.

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A few moments after changing, Lucy was brought out of her room by a formally dressed man and escorted out of the Medical Ward she'd been staying in to have her hair "tended to" by a group of stylists. After her hair was elegantly styled into a braid, she was greeted by the same male who nodded at her appearance with a look of acceptance. "You have been requested a meeting with the Queen of Constellar." The male said, bowing slightly. Lucy widened her eyes slightly in mild surprise before she remembered the lengthy journey it'd taken her to arrive here, the various signs she'd passed. She was no longer in the Kingdom of Fiore, but now in the Kingdom of Constellar. All of the preparation she'd gone through had made sense –she had to look her absolute best before standing before royalty. Oh, and she had to remind herself not to freak out from the fact she'd been staying in a castle this entire time. "I have been given the task of escorting you, Miss Heartfilia. Please, come with me." He beckoned for her to follow him, which she did. He led her down a long, seemingly never-ending hallway, passing portrait after portrait of wealthy-looking royals from generation after generation, all wearing their best jewels. Various staff members passed them; busily attending to orders given to them by their superiors, but all of them seemed cheerful, happy to do the work. Lucy smiled at them as they neared a large set of doors, which her escort pushed open, gesturing for the blonde to enter the room.

Thanking him quietly, Lucy entered the room, shielding her eyes at the sudden harsh lights shining brightly above her from glimmering chandeliers which illuminated the room. After a few moments, her eyes adjusted and she let her arms rest by her sides, as soft gasp leaving her lips as she caught sight of the Queen facing her back to the Celestial Mage as she stared up at a portrait hanging above what Lucy guessed as both her and the King's thrones. Her light chestnut-coloured hair cascaded down her back in an elegantly styled braid tied with a golden ribbon. The expensive, gorgeous jewels adorning her crown and necklace sparkled underneath the glow the chandeliers provided as she turned around. Lucy was taken aback by the sheer beauty of the woman before her, mesmerised by the grace she moved with, by the way her features showed youth, but wisdom also. Her complexion was a gentle creamy white, blemish free, completely flawless. The Queen's eyes were a darkened green and they shone with a happiness mirroring her favourite shade of emerald that was Natsu Dragneel's eyes. By staring into her eyes, Lucy could see Natsu staring back at her. It'd only been three days and she missed him dearly, she—

"Greetings, Lucy Heartfilia." The Queen's voice brought her back into reality with a jolt, Lucy's cheeks instantly starting to redden as she realised she was daydreaming about her hot-headed partner. "I am Queen Angelica of Constellar." Queen Angelica introduced herself with a formal, yet motherly tone as she addressed the wizard before her.

Lucy bowed lowly. "Thank you, Your Highness. I am Lucy Heartfilia, Celestial Mage of the Fairy Tail Guild in Fiore." She straightened up again, smiling. "I am pleased and honoured to make your acquaintance, Queen Angelica." Lucy bowed once more to express her gratitude.

The Queen returned her smile, nodding. "Good evening, then, Miss Heartfilia." She said. "I see you aren't wearing your Gate Keys." She observed, looking the girl and up down with an approving look at her knowledge at wearing the outfit correctly.

"Ah, yes, my lady." Lucy said politely, lifting her hand and opening it to show her ring of Keys. "I believed they wouldn't look…suitable with such a traditional article of clothing. Wearing a belt over this kimono would certainly be a strange sight." She hadn't spoken in such a formal tone for quite some time, but it almost felt correct, almost intellectual. This was the type of speech she used when meeting scholars and wizards and regular non-magic personnel of high status when the Heartfilia family visited wealthy business associates or whenever banquets were held at the estate.

Queen Angelica nodded once again, seemingly pleased at the girl's graceful manner and of her respect for their Kingdom's cultural ways. Clasping one hand over the other, the Queen gave the younger woman an apologetic look. "I humbly apologize for welcoming you ever so rudely, Lucy." She said in a soft tone. "As none of Constellar's population have any magic abilities, we rely on our Military personnel to keep us protected from any threats. However, Dark Mages have infiltrated our defences and have sent many of our men to their deathbeds or into immediate medical treatment. We have wards up to defend out Kingdom, and illusions, as I believe you saw when you first arrived."

Lucy nodded slowly to show that she understood the seriousness of the situation as the woman continued. "Our ancestors, the founders of our Kingdom, they were all once powerful wizards." The Queen raised her head and the blonde followed her gaze up to a portrait of what Lucy guessed to be the two main founders standing side by side, bearing crowns and jewels of royalty. It was a man and woman, both clothed in elegant robes, smiling faintly. "Dark Guilds, just as Razor Fang, have had a long history with us since the beginning. Because of them, a war broke out back in the beginning, and many of the Magic users were slaughtered. As I said before, we have special wards up, but the Magic in the earth beneath us recognised your Celestial Magic and immediately transported you into the safety of our castle. Unfortunately, even with Celestial powers running through your veins, you were not immune to the ward's effects and since you went right through them, your body suffered." Queen Angelica moved her to gaze at another portrait, showing a large range of beautiful colours and shades gazing back at them. Lucy's eyes widened as she realised what the beautiful piece of artwork was.

It was a dragon, shimmering with mystical golden scales, amber wings and a pair of darkened, yet glowing chestnut brown eyes. Lucy was breathless at the sheer beauty captured in an artwork before her. "Wow…" she whispered in awe.

The Queen smiled sadly at her amazement. "Yes, our entire Kingdom was protected by one of the Celestial Dragons, Constellar." She continued. "To express our gratitude, the survivors named the Kingdom in his stead. From the great losses we suffered without him, before he arrived, we had a shortage of wizards and as time passed, the traits being passed on were very minimal. Now, here we are, an entire Kingdom without magic." Queen Angelica shook her head sadly. "Constellar abruptly vanished along with all of the other Dragons in the world, and he haven't seen him since."

"I…I never knew that Celestial Dragons actually existed…" Lucy murmured thoughtfully. "I've only heard rumours." She said, turning to look at Queen Angelica, who only smiled.

"Yes, they do indeed. Our ancestors were all Celestial Mages, but now even said Mages are slowly dying out, are they not?" she asked.

Lucy slowly nodded at her words. There wasn't as many Celestial Mages in the world as any other type of Magic, especially with only 10% of the entire world's population being able to use Magic. The Mage opened her mouth to respond, but a flash of light beside her cut her off and she jumped slightly at the sudden appearance of a Celestial Spirit. "Virgo!" Her Key Owner exclaimed in surprise.

The Maiden bowed lowly, expressing her respect of her Master before she straightened up again. "Forgive me for the abrupt arrival, Princess." Virgo said. "But I forgot to tell you about the Razor Fang members you had captured." She bowed once more, asking for punishment and Lucy was forever grateful for the fact that the Queen didn't hear such a strange request.

"Ah, yes." Queen Angelica spoke next, looking to Lucy. "I forgot to express my thanks for bringing them into custody, Miss Heartfilia." She smiled at the girl.

"T-That's alright, Your Highness." Lucy stuttered, turning to Virgo, who was still bowing, presenting her repot.

"After I punished the Dark Mages, they presented me with a vague description of their leader's whereabouts, describing their base as being off to the West." Virgo raised her head, tilting it to the side as her steel gaze focused on the Celestial Mage's face. "Is it time for my punishment now, Princess?" she asked. Sadly the elder woman heard this time, but Queen Angelica simply laughed.

Lucy's eye twitched at the question before she simply shook her head, exhaling in slight exaggeration. "No, Virgo." The wizard sighed, placing her hands on her hips. "But I'd appreciate it if you'd help me find Razor Fang's base. You can punish all the Mages we find in any way you see fit." She felt slightly uneasy as the Maiden's eyes gleamed with a darkened delight at the idea.

Shivering slightly, Lucy pulled out another key, turning it in the air to unlock the Gate to allow them into Earthland. "Open! Gate of the Lion! Leo!" she commanded, watching as a golden ring of magic spun beneath her feet before her loyal lion appeared before her.

"Lucy, how may I be of service?" Loke gave an amusing bow before he reached for the blonde girl's hand and kissed it.

Lucy blushed slightly as he released her hand before she cleared her throat, tilting her head to subtly alert the Lion of a royal person's presence. Then she stepped on his foot before he made any attempt to flirt with her. "Virgo and I are going to infiltrate Razor Fang's base and put an end to the suffering they are causing this Kingdom." Lucy said, nodding at Virgo. "Loke," she looked towards the Lion. "As a large amount of Military personnel are out of commission and no one in Constellar uses Magic, I need you to stay here while Virgo and I are gone in case of attack." She said.

"Understood, Lucy." Loke responded. He kissed her hand once more, telling her to stay safe before he disappeared in a rain of light.

Smiling, Lucy turned to Virgo, clenching her fist. "You ready, Virgo?" the Celestial Mage asked.

Virgo nodded, cracking a rare smile. "Yes, Princess." She said.

Lucy grinned at her and waved goodbye to the Queen. "We'll take our leave now, Your Highness." She bowed.

The Queen smiled. "I'll see you some time in the near future, then, Fairy Tail Mage." She responded. Lucy nodded, beckoning Virgo to follow her as they were escorted from the room.

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A/N: Falling Stars is set Post-Edolas because I love all of the storylines after it the most. So it's still Pre-Timeskip and everything, just to make sure everyone's aware. Oh, and random question, what jobs do you dislike characters stereotypically having in fan fictions? E.g. Starbucks, other coffee stores, etc.