Child of Hidden Magic
Series: Fairy Tail, Fairy Tail Future
Type: On-going Fanfiction
Genre: Romance, Comedy, Fantasy, Adventure
Pairings: NaLu, Gruvia, Gajevy, Jerza; Elfever, Miraxus; and their children.
Disclaimer: I do not own Fairy Tail or the characters. Purely fan made. However, their children I created from my own imagination.
Chapter Twenty-Two
When Yukino, Lucille, Natalie, Lance, Yuuna, and Leroy came close to the main room, they could hear yelling. The voices were feminine and angry. The group looked at each other and when they finally came in, they saw sparks and shadow vapor hanging in the air. Many of Sabertooth's guild mates either ran away or took cover behind tables and chairs. In the center were a very pissed off Lydia and Bea. Sting, Kagura, and Rogue took defensive stances around the two women, preparing to intervene, while Zane, Cain, and Ray took cover, but ready to jump in and help stop the girls.
"What is going on?" Lucille asked out loud as they got a bit closer. Sting and Rogue noticed them out of the corner of their eyes. They motioned to stay back, while Kagura kept her trained eyes on the girls.
Bea growled at Lydia which gained more sparks from Lydia. "Say it again. I dare you." Lydia said.
Bea grounded out. "You sing like a dying whale."
Lydia hissed and sent bolts of lightning at Bea, which she avoided by jumping out of the way. The bolts of lightning striked the tables that some guild members were hiding under. Squeals and screams were heard.
"Oh yeah?! Well you dress like a butler! Go fetch me some green tea, servant!" Lydia smirked.
Bea gasped and sent out blasts of shadows at Lydia, which Lydia responded by striking her lightning at the shadows making them dissolve.
Lucille and the rest just watched the girls back and forth. Natalie was the first to call out to Sting and ask what was going on. Sting ran over and sighed.
"Everything was fine until Lydia began talking about singing and that led Bea to saying she hated her voice, that it needed more grit and growl." Sting sighed once more. "Then Lydia decided to mock Bea's fashion to get back at her. And now, well, you get the idea." He finished before a blast of lightning shot at them. They scrambled to get out of the way.
"Come on! You can't leave them alone for five minutes or else they go at each other! They're like cats and dogs!" Natalie complained.
"Well I am going to put a stop to this. They aren't children anymore." Yukino said, her voice taking on that angry mother tone. Leroy and Yuuna straightened their backs, Lucille, Natalie, and Lance following suit. Sting gulped and stepped out of Yukino's way. Yukino walked straight towards the girls, her shoulders back and her head held high. Blasts of lightning and shadow barely grazing her.
Lydia and Bea panted and growled as they stared eachother down. Just as they both raised their hands to shoot a blast of lightning and shadow, they heard a calm but angry voice say, "Stop." They both turned to see Yukino standing there with her arms crossed and staring down at them. Lydia and Bea swallowed hard under her intense gaze, both of their attacks extinguishing at that moment.
"You will stop this right now. You two are no longer children. You will act accordingly and not fight over something so petty." Yukino said matter-of-factly.
Lydia and Bea turned to stare at each other before sighing and nodding. "Yes, Yukino-san." They answered and stood up straight. Everyone taking that as their cue to come out of hiding, sighing in relief.
Sting smiled and walked up to Yukino. "Just what I expect of my lovely wife!" He said about to hug her, when she looked at him with an accusing look.
"Why did you not stop them?"
"Ah, well..Ya see..." Sting said as he scratched the back of his head.
"Don't be so hard on him, Yukino." Kagura said as she and Rogue walked up to them. "He wasn't sure how to stop those high strung young women. You may even say he was..afraid? As he should be." She said smiling. "Only someone like you could stop them, Yukino."
Yukino blushed a little and sighed. Deciding to let Sting off the hook. "I see. Well, why don't we eat dinner now?" She called out which received happy remarks.
As everyone ate, Lucille pondered over her findings; the girls on one side while the boys on the other. Everyone chatted happily while she thought. How could their be a prophecy of her when she hadn't even been born yet? This was all too much. She finished her dinner and stared at the table, her head resting on her left hand. She'd have to tell her parents, as Yukino suggested. This was too much to figure out on her own. As she sighed for the third time, she glanced at her right hand, with her lavender colored Fairy Tail guild mark. That's when she realized. She wasn't alone. She had a whole guild full of people that were like family to her, that loved her and would protect her. As her smile grew from her thoughts of all the people who loved her, her anxiety and worry lessened.
"So how did your findings go?" Cain asked as he saw everyone had finished their meals.
Lucille looked up, her library group looking to her, deciding to let her answer. She took a breath in and glanced to Yukino. Yukino stared back at her, waiting patiently for when Lucille was ready to fill the others in. Lucille nodded and stood, as did Yukino. The others watched expectantly as the two walked over to each other and looked at everyone.
"Okay, I'll explain why we came her and what we found out." Lucile began and told everyone who didn't already know of the mission with Shizuka. She noticed Sting and Rogue seemed to growl and their expressions strained as Lucille kept talking. No one interrupted her as they mulled over her words. She then told them of her findings, everyone shocked over the prophecy and the torn page. "I haven't told anyone else about this because I didn't want to worry them. But after what we found, I'll tell them when we get home. But this is why I came. And why...I'll probably need your help." She said as she glanced at everyone.
"I think it's best that someone always accompany Lucille-chan at all times. Especially when we don't know when this Shizuka and her comrades could appear." Yukino added.
Everyone was quiet as they thought. Kagura was the first to break the silence. "So, someone obviously was a part of Sabertooth. Found out about this prophecy and decided to act."
"They may even still be here in Sabertooth and are working undercover." Rogue added, making everyone stiffen and look around.
"Exactly. We should try to keep a close eye out for anyone suspicious and keep someone with Lucille-chan at all cost." Yukino placed her hand Lucille's shoulder, giving her a warm, reassuring smile. Lucille nodded and smiled.
"We'll begin investigating about this Lucille." Sting said as he rose from his seat and walked to stand in front of her. "We won't let someone take you away from us. Not after you finally came back." He said smiling as he placed a hand on her head. He turned to the others asking, "Right?" Everyone responded with confident grins and comments. It warmed Lucille's heart to know everyone treasured her this much.
"Thank you...all of you." Lucille said as she choked down her tears. After this, Sting called on Yukino, Rogue, and Kagura to come to his office. No doubt wanting to discuss more about this whole situation. Leaving the teens to themselves.
"It's so odd that there was a prophecy about you." Lydia commented as she sat with her legs crossed and her arms folder in front of her chest.
"The book was pretty old. I think maybe somehow, there was a person who could see into the future. Like an oracle or seer." Lance commented.
"But how is that possible? I mean, could someone actually see into the future? I've never heard of any magic like that." Zane added, his eyes closed in thought.
Lucille sat on one of the benches and stared at the floor. Is she really the key? How on earth could this be? She rubbed her temples. Then she thought of her mom and dad. 'Oh Mavis..mom's going to freak... Dad is gonna go on a rampage!' She groaned as she rest her forehead against the table, gaining everyone's attention. Everyone looked at each other, Natalie speaking up.
"Hey, Lu. Don't worry about a thing. With Sabertooth, Fairy Tail, and possibly Mermaid Heel, no one will get their hands on you." Natalie smiled that goofy toothed smile she gained from Natsu.
"Yeah! I bet we can even get all the other guilds to help!" Bea chimed in, her hands on her hips.
"I'm sure dad and Crime Sorciére would help out as well." Cain said as he wrapped his arm around Natalie's waist.
Ray pushed off from the beam he was leaning and walked up to Lucille. By now she had raised her head and rested her chin on the table looking at everyone. Ray leaned his hands against the table and leaned forward, peering down at Lucille. "Hey, relax. No one is taking you from us." He gave her a confident smirk and patted her head. Lucille sighed at the gesture.
Just a simple motion can calm Lucille down so much. How? Was it just the feeling of someone patting her head or was it Ray? Lucille didn't dwell on it and smiled. She looked up and sat up right. She had people who loved her and cherished her. She wouldn't have to go through this alone, not like how she was for eight years in the Spirit World. Each person she looked at gave her a confident smile. "Thanks you guys. I'll try not to dwell on it too much."
After she said that they began to talk about what they had been up to while she was gone. Their likes and dislikes. Lydia, Bea, and Kenji bonding over fashion. In fact, Kenji had some interesting fashion tips that the girls were marveled about. Lance, Yuuna, and Zane bonded over the knowledge they possessed and shared energetically. Leroy and Lucille chatted about the stars and their celestial spirits while Cain, Natalie, and Ray listened amusedly. After a few hours, everyone decided to retire to their beds. Bidding goodnight to Sting, Yukino, Rogue, and Kagura on their way; the girls to one room and the boys to another. After getting ready, they laid to bed.
In the middle of the night, Lucille awoke feeling thirsty. She sat up in bed and looked at the other sleeping girls. Yukino's words entering her mind.
"Make sure you have someone accompany you wherever you go."
Lucille frowned. 'It's only downstairs..' she thought. She'd be fine for a few minutes. After her decision she tiptoed to the door and slipped downstairs. Walking into Sabertooth's kitchen, she grabbed a glass and quietly filled it with water. After taking a big gulp and she walked to the guild hall for a minute, she noticed someone in one of the little nooks that sat beside the stairs. It was a small room with a couple comfy couches with large and small pillows strewn on the floor here and there. But what made the room inviting and comfy was the large stone window in the middle that showed the entire town Sabertooth resided in. But the person Lucille didn't expect to see in the room, or up at this time of night, was Ray. He sat on one of the couches and gazed out the window up at the moon. She noted he had a sad expression on his face, not to mention his eyes looked so tired like he hadn't been sleeping well; dark circles under his eyes and all.
Lucille set her cup down silently on a near by table and walked into the room. He either hadn't heard her or was thinking hard about something because when she spoke up he jumped. "Ray?" Yup. He about jumped out of his skin at her voice.
Ray turned quickly at the sound of Lucille's voice. He was so engrossed in his thoughts he hadn't heard anyone sneak up on him. He sighed and stared at her. What was she doing up? Wait. No one was with her. Ray frowned. Of course she was alone. Ray knew Lucille. She hated to be protected and knew she didn't like the thought of needing a personal shadow following her around all the time. "Lucille. What are you doing up? Why are you alone?"
This time it was Lucille's turn to frown. "I could ask you the same thing." She retorted, but when his expression hadn't changed she sighed. "I was just getting a glass of water. I was about to head back to bed, but I saw you in here. I was curious as to why you were up." She answered and this time she gave him a stern expression. Once he saw it he looked away. This just peaked Lucille's curiosity more. She noted he looked pained. "Ray?" She asked in a soft voice.
Ray looked down. He didn't want to tell her about the nightmares Shizuka had put him under. How he'd felt so vulnerable and helpless. How her death had affected him, made him go crazy. Now leaving him with a dose of PTSD. But when he looked up and saw her arms behind her back and her kind and soft expression. That did him in. He knew he had caved because he began to explain. 'Mavis this girl will be the death of me.' Ray thought sadly. Breathing in he sighed before speaking. "It's about Shizuka," He watched as Lucille immediately got a serious expression, sitting down beside him, she listened intently. "When she put me under that nightmare, it was all about you. Everytime we were in a battle and each time I failed to protect you. You died before my eyes. Each time a different way, but resulting in the same ending. Your death." He looked at her and saw her eyes looked sad and sorrowful. Probably upset that she failed to keep Shizuka from putting him under the nightmare. He resumed looking at the floor. "Ever since then, whenever I close my eyes, I see those nightmares. I know they aren't real but...I feel they are. I began to go crazy in the dream because of seeing your death countless times. Over and over. Locksmith literally had to slap me to help me focus and get out of the nightmare. Me and Cain figure I must have a small dose of post traumatic stress disorder. Because I haven't slept in weeks. I can't stand it. If I were to ever fail and protect you, if I lost you, I'd..I'd-" Ray sighed but looked up sharply when he felt Lucille's hand touch his arm.
Lucille wanted to cry, and was sure her chocolate eyes were showing every emotion she was feeling at the moment. Sadness. Sorrow. Hate. Guilt. It was her fault. But Rays eyes told her it wasn't. There was nothing Lucille could have done. She watched him grip her hand. Like his life depended on it. She felt warmth and pride that he was touching her so strongly. She made a small gasp. This feeling made her heart flutter, especially with the intensity he was staring at her with. Like she was all he had. He only had eyes for her and he would die for her. She got that all from looking at his eyes. With that her heart began beating faster and she felt so nervous. But it was a good kind of nervous. Memories of their kiss came flooding back, making her heart feel like it was in a vice grip. What was wrong with her? She felt like a giddy school girl! Get a grip, Lucille! Then Lucille thought of something. How could she help him sleep? That's when she thought of something. She smiled and grabbed his hand. "I have an idea that might help you sleep." She pulled him up and lead him to the pile of pillows that were in the corner of the room. She laid down and reached out her arms. He stared at her confused and she huffed. "Come lay down next to me, silly."
Ray blushed slightly at her bold invitation. His hands began to sweat as his nervousness took over. Lie next to her? And when she's only in a purple polka dot tank top and pants bottoms? With her beautiful golden hair down? She looked like a goddess to him as she reached for him, waiting. He gulped and stiffly laid down next to her. He heard her laugh and about died when Lucille pulled him closer to her so his head lie on his chest and his arm draped over her waist. His face was probably as bright red as Cain and Erza's hair. He slowly looked up and saw her gazing down at him.
Lucille smiled at him warmly. She laughed inwardly at his stiff posture. But slowly he began to relax. "What my mom used to do when I was young when I had a nightmare. She'd lay me just like this against her chest. Saying that in old times, woman would lie their babies heads on their chest because the beat of their mother's heart soothed them. Then she'd sing me a lullaby and stroke my head." She looked down and saw Ray's interest had been peaked. She smiled. "Close your eyes and relax. Listen to my heart beat and listen to the lullaby." She commanded and watched as he did as he was told. He always listened to her commands, no matter what it was. She breathed in and, stroking his head, began to sing her mother's lullaby.
"Hush little child,
Don't you cry.
Look up at the stars,
In the nights sky.
Each one sparkles like a jewel,
Each one sparkles just for you.
When you are lost and afraid,
Look to the stars,
They will light your way.
You are strong, you are bright.
Nothing can hurt you,
With the stars on your side.
So close your eyes, and listen to my heart,
You are the light,
That shines in the dark."
Half way through the song, Ray felt himself calm down immediately. Lucille's voice was soft and sweet. Could she be any more perfect? Beautiful, kind, caring, selfless, now she can sing too? Yes. Lucille would definitely be the death of him. As he listened to her steady heart beat and soothing voice, he wrapped his arms around her a little tighter. His embarrassment long forgotten. Ray was just focusing on staying calm, listening to her song, and her stroking his head, not to mention not missing his chance to hold her. Knowing she was safe in his arms. As he listened to her song twice, she began to only hum the tune. Finally, Ray fell into a peaceful sleep. Never once thinking of the nightmares Shizuka made him endure.
Lucille had closed her eyes as she hummed the tune. But when she checked on Ray, she saw he was pleasantly asleep. She smiled and felt the need to hold him a little closer. She remembered one time how she had spent the night at Rays house and had a bad dream. She walked into his room and told him. What? She was little and they hadn't a thought about each other being the opposite sex. So, she asked him if she could sleep with him and he just smiled and opened his arms to her. She laid in his arms and he held her just like she was holding him now. Lucille smiled and held him closer as she glanced at the moon, burying her face in his soft, dis shelved blue hair. She was happy she could help sooth him. Actually, she was overjoyed she could do something for him this time. He was always the one to help her and protect her. But just this once, she was the one comforting and protecting him. And deep inside her, she felt like she wanted to be with him forever.
That was Lucille's last thought before she closed her eyes and drifted off to sleep, holding Ray in her arms like a lover would. The moon and stars shining down on them and her glass of water long forgotten.
Ta da~! The long awaited chapter! I'm so sorry it took awhile, but I'm back on track and feeling inspired again. I decided to give a little fluff between Lucille and Ray this chapter. Plus, Ray needed some help with sleeping. And who better to help him? ^_^