A/N: Well, here it is my friends, the final installment of A Twist of Fate. Sorry it's such a late update, there was a power surge at my house and it blew out my router- NO WIFI FOR FOUR DAYS! I swear, I was going to rip my hair out.

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"Love makes the impossible possible, and allows us to break free from the prison of our own fears and doubts."

-Edward Grinnan, Author, The Promise of Hope

Erza's POV

"Holy crap, Erza! You're freaking hot!"

I smiled and waved enthusiastically at Levy and Mira, who both ran over to me from their respective boyfriends. Mira, the blonde dating Laxus, was wearing a pale blue dress with sequins scattered along the neckline. She jumped up and down excitedly in front of me.

Levy eyed Jellal with an interested gleam in her hazel eyes. She leaned in close. "Well damn, Erza," she whispered.

I looked at Jellal, who was being introduced to Gajeel and Laxus by Natsu. Behind him stood Gray and Juvia, both talking quietly to each other.

"He is something," I breathed.

Mira grabbed my hand. "I thought Lucy said you were bringing along your boyfriend, not a freaking Greek god. What the hell, Scarlet?" She said good naturedly, cuffing my shoulder.

"I said he was going to be hot," Lucy interjected, coming over and draping an arm around my neck. She waggled a finger at Mira. "You obviously weren't paying attention."

They started to argue, and I looked around, taking in the scenery. The giant hall was draped with gold and white drapes- our school's colors. There was a bar, and a woman with purple hair was manning it, giving students fruity drinks as substitutes for alcohol. My eyes narrowed as Cana sneakily poured something into her drink from a silver flash.

"Smooth Cana, real smooth," I muttered under my breath. I made a mental note to myself to speak to her later about her drinking habits.

There was a stage next to a bar, and a small live band was playing some music. A few students were dancing already, their bodies moving sinuously to the music.

I recognized a few other students: Lisanna in a pink dress, accompanied by Bickslow, a guy on the basketball team; Evergreen in a green sparkly dress, dancing with Elfman.

I turned around to see Jellal laughing with the guys, a grin on his face. His green eyes sparkled with amusement, and he clapped Natsu on the back.

"Come on," Lucy said suddenly, grabbing me by the hand. I looked at her in confusion as she dragged me onto the dance floor.

"It's my favorite song!" She squealed excitedly.

Tonight I want all of you tonight

Give me everything tonight

For all we know we might not get tomorrow

Let's do it tonight

I smiled, my body automatically twirling and dancing next to Lucy. The music was uplifting, making me feel lightheaded. My body felt as light as air. It was amazing!

Excuse me (Excuse Me)

And I might drink a little more than I should tonight

And I might take you home with me, if I could tonight

And, baby, Ima make you feel so good, tonight

Cause we might not get tomorrow

Lucy grabbed my hand, and we dove into the crowd, jumping up and down, screaming and jumping as the band played. The lead singer winked at us and sang louder.

Grab somebody sexy, tell 'em hey

Suddenly, someone grabbed my hand, and I turned, my eyes widening.

A handsome boy with black hair and deep blue eyes pulled me in close, his hands closing on my waist. He smiled at me, pressing me into his chest uncomfortably. His face came in close.

"They said grab someone sexy. How about it, babe?" He said cockily. I disliked him immediately.

"What the-"

"Back off," a deep voice suddenly said, and a hand thrust it's way in between me and the boy. I blinked, and Jellal's pissed off face came into view next to me.

The boy smiled at Jellal. "Hey man," he began cockliy. "I found her first. You back off."

Jellal grabbed my hand and pulled me to him, his green eyes angry. "She's my-"

"Both of you," I began, cutting Jellal off. "Quit the major testosterone battle right now. Let me speak."

Jellal looked at me, his eyes wide. Testosterone battle? he mouthed. I glared at him. Don't make fun of my creativity, My eyes said.

The boy with the blue eyes looked at me. "E-Excuse me?" he stuttered.

I poked my finger in his chest. "First off, what grade are you in?" I asked him.

"Sophomore?" He began slowly, unsure of where this conversation was headed.

I sighed. "Figures," I began. "Alright, let me tell you something right now kid. You don't grab some random girl on the dance floor and act like she's some toy to play with. And secondly, when my boyfriend tells you to back off, you back the hell off."

He gulped. His eyes flicked between me and Jellal, each one of us glaring at him like he had just killed the president or something.

He yelped and took off into the crowd, immediately disappearing into the mass of students. He deserved it, I thought angrily. Who tries to mess with the student council president? No one.

Well, maybe Gray and Natsu, if they're feeling extra suicidal and confident, but they're not usually that reckless.

I hope.

I sighed. "I think I should sit," I said, stomping off to the side and plopping down on one of the tables. Jellal came over to me warily, as if I was going to bite.

"Hey," he whispered, wrapping an arm around my shoulders. "Don't let some jerk get you down. This is your homecoming, so why not enjoy it?"

I shrugged. "I'm fine, really."

He narrowed his eyes. "Wanna dance?" he asked, gesturing to the crowds. "We're missing out."

I chuckled. He reached his hand out, a smile on his face. "Come on," he whispered. "Won't the goddess answer my simple request?"

I stood up, grabbing his hand. "Lead on, my devout worshipper," I joked.

His smile grew, and he led me out onto the dance floor.

"Are you all having a good time out there?" The band singer yelled out. Jellal grasped my hand comfortingly and pulled me in close.

"Let's go!"

Lucy's POV

"Phew!" I gasped out, plopping down in my seat, gratefully accepting Gray's glass of water that he was holding out to me.

"Dance much?" he asked me, with a raised eyebrow.

I playfully punched him on the shoulder. "Shut up," I said good naturedly. "I don't see you dancing."

He looked at me. "And completely embarrass myself by falling flat on my face? I don't think so."

"Where's Juvia?"

Gray gestured to the back. "She had to run to the bathroom? And where's pinky at?"

I looked over my shoulder. "That's a good question," I said. "He kinda disappeared."

Gray sighed. "He left you all alone, huh?"

I gave him a withering look. "This is Natsu we're talking about, Gray. Knowing him, he got distracted by something."

There was a loud crash behind me, and I winced. Gray looked over my shoulder and grinned. "Yeah," he said, pointing. "He got distracted all right."

I looked over, and a very unladylike word spilled out from between my lips.

Natsu had knocked over the concessions stand. He was sitting amidst the many desserts and other condiments laying on the floor. He was laughing, and he was surrounded by Laxus and Gajeel, both with idiotic grins on their masculine faces.

I stood up, my jaw dropping. Thank god Erza hadn't heard, she was too busy with Jellal. If she had seen this, Natsu would be a dead man right now.

He was so in for it.

"Excuse me," I said through clenched teeth, handing Gray my drink. "I have to take care of something."

"Don't kill him," Gray sighed, slouching in his seat and loosening his tie.

I looked at Natsu. "I'll do my best," I hissed, storming over to my boyfriend.

"NATSU DRAGNEEL!"

Gray's POV

I yawned, and looked at the clock on my phone. 10.

"Sheesh, it's been that long?" I mumbled. I looked over at the dance floor, where Juvia and her friend Lisanna were dancing to a song called, "Good time."

I smiled, looking at her. She was laughing along with her white haired friend, shaking her hips and running her hands up her body. She had kicked off her heels a long time ago, and her bare feet were now dancing across the polished wooden floor.

She looked over at me and grinned, hurrying over to me. "Hey," she said breathlessly.

I took her hand. "Hey," I murmured. "You're a great dancer."

She shrugged. "I'm so-so," she said.

I chuckled, and hugged her. "Remind me to take lessons from you," I joked.

Suddenly, the music stopped, making the both of us look up. On the stage the lead singer was fiddling with a guitar. I suddenly noticed that the band had changed. Now, there was a giant man with brown hair tuning his bass, a man with black hair and a squarish face on drums, and a younger guy with blonde on the guitar.

"Alright, guys, we're gonna take a break for a bit. This next guy coming up has a special performance for a special someone. Hold on tight! But for now, why don't I close up with a nice slow number?"

My eyes suddenly focused on a red haired young woman, looking like a goddess amidst the crowds. She was looking around, her eyes searching for someone, and she looked confused.

"Hey," Juvia said, pulling me away from the red head. "Is that Erza? Where's my brother?"

I frowned. "That's really weird," I muttered.

Juvia stood up. "I'm gonna try and find him. I'll see you in a bit, ok?"

I nodded, squeezing her hand before getting up, making my way over to the redhead.

"Oi, Scarlet," I said, stepping up next to her.

"Hey, Gray," she said, her eyes looking past me. "What's up?"

"Where's Jellal?"

She shrugged. "I don't know. He said he had to do something, but he's been gone for ten minutes.

I reached out and grasped her shoulder. "Juvia's looking for him right now," I clarified. "I'm sure he had a good reason to disappear."

She looked at me. "Are you-"

"Don't worry," I said. "Hey listen, while we wait, why don't we dance?" I asked, taking her hand. "It's our last homecoming together, so what do you say? Care to join me?"

She smiled, and squeezed my hand. "Of course, Gray. Lead on."

I led her over to the middle of the floor and placed my hand on her waist. She, in turn, wrapped her hands around my neck, and we began to sway to the music.

"It's been a while since we've been able to hang out together, like, by ourselves," I mused.

She laughed. "Alone, in a room full of people," she noted, looking around.

I squeezed her hips in retaliation. "You know what I meant."

She sighed and rested her head on my shoulder, and I placed a kiss on her head. "I'm glad we're friends, Erza," I murmured.

Her hands tightened around my neck. "Me too," came her voice, sounding small.

We danced together for the rest of the song, silent. There was simply nothing to be said.

The sound of an acoustic guitar suddenly filled my ears. Erza's eyes widened, and we turned our heads towards the music.

I looked at the guy on stage, my eyes widening. "Jellal...?" I whispered.

Erza's POV

Oh. My. God.

Jellal strummed his guitar, tuning it and stepping up to the mike. His beautiful green eyes bored into mine.

"Hey everyone," he said. "My name is Jellal Fernandes, and I just recently moved here. I know a lot of you don't know me, but I'm friends with Gray Fullbuster, Natsu Dragneel, Lucy Heartfilia, and..." he took a deep breath. "Erza Scarlet."

People began to murmur, and I felt a ton of eyes upon me and Gray, the latter stiffening in confusion.

"Before we start, I have something to say. Hope you guys don't mind."

I shook my head silently, as if my answer was everyone's answer.

"I didn't have the greatest life. My parents died when I was young, and I thought it was my fault. I pushed my younger sisters, Juvia and Wendy away, afraid that they were next. For that, I'm sorry.

"And then I met Erza Scarlet, the most beautiful girl in the world. And do you want to know something? She saved me. Through her, I was able to live again, and be happy. I learned a valuable lesson from her. Once you let love come in, you're unstoppable. Love is the most powerful thing in the world. I would never give it up for anything."

He looked at me. "I love you, Erza Scarlet. This one is for you."

He nodded to his friends, Simon, Sho, and Wally, then began to play the guitar, his eyes narrowed in concentration. He looked up at me, and began to sing.

Well I've been searching for something true

My heart says it must be you

I'd love to fall and see it through

But only if you told me to

I had to lean up against Gray for support, otherwise my legs would've collapsed. I could already feel the tears coming to my eyes.

Lucy came up to stand next to me, followed closely by Natsu. "Talk about a singer," she whispered.

Well I'd run through the desert, I'd walk through the rain

Get you into trouble, and take all the blame

I'd paint you a picture, write you a song

And I'd do it all over if I did it all wrong

I don't wanna steal you away

Or make you change the things that you believe

I just wanna drink from the words you say

And be everything you need

Yeah I could be so good at loving you

But only if you told me to

I felt the first tears drip down my cheeks, and I brushed them away. Jellal smiled at me. He looked over at Sho, and nodded. The blonde boy grinned, then took up the guitar.

Jellal stepped over to the mike, and pulled it free. He stepped down from the stage, and began to walk towards me. People around him began to part, making the way to me clear.

I couldn't take my eyes off of him.

I've seen a lot of good love go to waste

And I don't wanna look back on these days

Knowing all the things you'd never know

If I never said a word and let you go

I don't wanna steal you away

Or make you change the things that you believe

I just wanna drink from the words you say

And be everything you need

Yeah I could be so good at loving you

But only if you told me to

He was now only a few feet in front of me. I felt Gray gently push me away from him, and I took a shaky step towards Jellal, who reached out a hand for me.

I grasped it gently, and he squeezed my hand, pulling me to him. His beautiful eyes smiled at my own, and I had the sudden urge to kiss him.

I don't wanna steal you away

Or make you change the things that you believe

I just wanna drink from the words you say

And be everything you need

Yeah I could be so good at loving you

But only if you told me to

He pressed his forehead against mine, and I closed my eyes. I could faintly hear Lucy sniffle behind me.

Maybe this is something I'll never be

But I'll be right here till you tell me

Jellal sang those last two verses in my ear. I could hear the people around me begin to clap and cheer, but that didn't matter.

Jellal pulled the mike away from his lips, and smiled gently at me. "Well?" he whispered softly. "How was that?"

"Oh, Jellal," I whispered, throwing my arms around his neck and bringing his head down to mine. He started when my lips met his, then relaxed and wrapped his arms around me, slinging his guitar to rest on his back.

I kissed him softly, feeling my happy tears pooling in my eyes. "Jellal," I whispered. "I love you."

Here I am - this is me

There's no where else on earth I'd rather be

Here I am - it's just me and you

And tonight we make our dreams come true

I sighed and rested my head on Jellal's shoulder, swaying to the sound of Simon's voice. The guy could sing, just not as well as Jellal. He and my boyfriend had collaborated on this song, and it was Jellal who usually sang the vocals, but Simon was pitching in so the former could dance.

He hugged me softly. "Thank you, Erza," he whispered, pressing his lips to my ear.

I raised my head. "For what?" I asked, puzzled.

He smiled. "For helping me break away from all the fears that have been holding me back for so long. For loving me. For saving me."

"Of course," I whispered, pecking him on the lips. "I would do it over and over again."

He pulled me in close, and began to sing along with Simon, filling my ears with his lovely and mesmerizing voice:

It's a new world - it's a new start

It's alive with the beating of young hearts

It's a new day - it's a new plan

I've been waiting for you

Here I am

Jellal's POV

She opened the door to her room, the fabric of her dress bunched up in her hands, revealing her long, creamy legs. She smiled at me, pulling me into the room with her and locking the door.

I looked at the time. 11:30.

The dance had ended about a half hour ago, and we had taken the limo back to the dorms. Erza sat next to me, clutching onto my hand while Lucy fell asleep in Natsu's arms. Juvia was snuggled up next to Gray, who had his arm around her shoulders.

Now, it was just us.

The thought of being alone with Erza again made me blush, and I almost began to choke. I loosened the collar of my shirt and popped open the first three buttons, throwing my bowtie onto her dresser.

"Jellal," she whispered to me, and I turned to look at her.

She stared up at me with such longing in her beautiful brown eyes, I was tempted to throw her over my shoulder and do one of those, "And they ran off into the sunset together and lived happily ever after," scenes they do in the movies. I've never really thought myself as a romantic.

Until I met Erza.

I walked over to her and placed a hand on her bare shoulder, tracing invisible patterns on her warm skin. "Erza, " I breathed. I raised my other hand to cup her face.

She leaned forward, until her lips hovered just below mine. I could smell her breath. Strawberries.

"Kiss me," she whispered.

So I did.

She fell into my kiss with urgency, wrapping her hands around my neck and pressing her body against mine. My hands found their way to her hips, and I pulled her closer to me. She was a drug that I was addicted to and couldn't get enough of. I needed her.

She gingerly ran her hands down my chest, lazily undoing my buttons one at a time, until my shirt and jacket hung open over my bare torso. With a hiss, my body tensed as she ran her hands over the hard planes of my abdomen, her fingers tracing my muscles.

"Erza," I mumbled, pulling my face away from hers so I could look at her properly. "I love you, oh god, I love you so much."

She smiled up at me. "I know," She murmured, reaching up behind her to pull at something. "I know."

Suddenly, her dress dropped, pooling around her bare feet. My eyes widened as I took in her white strapless bra, lacy and beautiful, and matching lace panties. She smiled at me, and took my hand.

"Erza," I whispered, stepping over to her and cupping her face. "You're beautiful."

Her eyes closed in rapture.

On a whim, I reached down and gently pulled at her hairband, letting her luscious red locks to jump free. I reached over and plucked the golden circlet off her head, setting it to the side.

"Come here," I whispered, taking her hand. She came close to me, and I pulled her close, lifting her up to press her close to my chest. I heard her intake of breath, but she didn't protest as I laid her down on the bed.

I hovered over her. "I may not be the perfect man, nor the most amazing," I confessed, reaching down to cup her face. "But Erza, I promise you, for the rest of my life, I will never forget to make sure you know how important you are to me."

She smiled, and pulled me in for a kiss. "I know," she whispered, wrapping her arms around me. "I wouldn't want it any other way."

Afterwards, we lay in bed together, wrapped under the sheets, tangled in each other. Her head lay on my chest, and my arms were wrapped around her, my fingers making invisible patterns on the skin of her lower back.

She yawned, and nuzzled my neck, smiling sleepily. "Say, Jellal," she slurred.

I looked at her, watching her eyes droop from fatigue. "Mhmm?" I mumbled, feeling a bit drowsy myself.

"Sing to me."

I smiled. "You want me to sing."

She nodded. "Yes please."

I hugged her. "Ok," I whispered. I bit my lip, pondering for a second, then smiled. "I know the perfect song." I opened my mouth, and began to sing.

I hear the wind call your name

It calls me back home again

It sparks up the fire - a flame that still burns

Oh it's to you I'll always return

I still feel your breath on my skin

I hear your voice deep within

The sound of my lover - a feeling so strong

It's to you - I'll always belong

I looked down at her, watching her smile. Her brown orbs, glazed over with fatigue, blinked lazily into mine, full of love, wonder, and happiness. It made my heart swell with happiness to see her so content.

Now I know it's true

My every road leads to you

And in the hour of darkness darlin'

Your light gets me through

I was able to get through my hour of darkness because of her. Her light, her, she saved me.

Wanna swim in your river - be warmed by your sun

Bathe in your waters - cuz you are the one

I can't stand the distance - I can't dream alone

I can't wait to see you - Ya I'm on my way home

I really, truly love this girl. With all my heart. She's the one.

Oh I hear the wind call your name

The sound that leads me home again

It sparks up the fire - a flame that still burns

Oh, it's to you - I will always return

And now, I've finally come home.

"I love you, Erza Scarlet."

I am not perfect. I lived a terrible life, convinced that my presence harmed everyone I loved. I pushed away my own two sisters because I feared my being with them would hurt them. I lost everything, even my will to live. If I was cursed to live a life of solitude, then why live at all?

Then I met someone who changed me for the better. I ran into her in the school hallways- cliché right? But still, this meeting changed my life forever.

Her name is Erza Scarlet, and she is my one true love. Forgive me if that sounds corny, but it's true.

When I first met her, she was dating Gray Fullbuster, a handsome black haired boy that I was insanely jealous of. Now, you'd hardly believe a boy I almost came to hate is now one of my best friends.

Fate must have stepped in, because Erza and Gray split up, each deciding that they were better off friends. When I found out, I was stunned. Was this really happening, I remember asking myself.

The first time she kissed me, was like me being reborn. I felt like all my worries, my fears, my doubts, washed away with that kiss.

I remember the day when Erza was attacked. It was also the day of our first date. I remember the pain of my fear returning, and I thought my curse was coming back to take her away from me. Let me tell you something right now, if she truly was taken away from me, I would've lost it.

But I was able to save her, and she told me something. Something important.

"You saved me, Jellal. If anything, you broke your curse. You didn't let them hurt me. You broke your curse. I couldn't ask for a more clearer sign than that. Your curse is no more."

I still hear her words to this very day, fueling me on. I am no longer that scared young boy who built walls around his heart and pushed everyone away. Granted, I still have my flaws, but I am in a much better place because of her.

I love her, and I always will. She brought out the good in me, and believed in me when others didn't.

It was a strange twist of fate that brought her into my life, but I thank god everyday for giving me a guardian angel to watch over me for the rest of my life.

-Jellal Fernandes

A/N: It's kinda sad, finishing this story. I'll be honest, for a little while, I did lose interest in this story, but after finishing this chapter, it does feel kinda sad.

I'm sorry if you guys were expecting a lemon, but this chapter seemed kinda sweet and I didn't want to take away from that with a detailed lemon. Hope you'll forgive me.

Songs:

Give me Everything- Pitbull

If You Told Me To- Hunter Hayes

Here I am- Bryan Adams

I Will Always Return- Bryan Adams

I can't wait to get started- or continue working- on new stories. I look forward to it! Thanks for the big support from you all! Love you guys!

Thanks for reading! See ya soon!

-Wolf