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Hiro Mashima owns FairyTail
Walking out of the shop, she strolled along the streets once again. Smiling and excited for tomorrow to arrive. But in the mean time..
"Wait.. where am I going to stay.." Lucy paled as a swirling gust of wind flew by.
"sigh… I really should have thought this through.. If I space jump now, I might not be able to come back again." Lucy bit her bottom lip.
"STOP GIVE IT BACK!" a boy yelled.
"And what if I don't? What you going to do about it huh?!" a older boy kicked the younger boy down to the ground. "HAHA stay down!"
The older boy had a balloon in his hand and was smirking mischievously. He had a needle in his hand and he slowly brought to the balloon.
The younger boy's eyes widened.. "NO PLEASE!"
"HEY!" Lucy screamed at the bully.
The older boy looked over at Lucy with a glare and was soon wide-eyed. The younger boy crying on the floor looked over at Lucy and his eyes widened as well.
Lucy.. had her death glare on. The one that could scare Natsu and Gray into ceasefire.
"You better not pop that balloon.. Or I'll make sure to POP you some manners!" Lucy said stomping over.
She glared down at the boy and he gulped. He gave the balloon over to her and quickly ran away.
With the balloon in her hand she squatted down towards the little boy.
"Here you go. No need to cry now."
The little boy sniffled. "Thank you… thank you soo much.." he cried harder.
"Aww.. Don't cry. Here let's get you up." Lucy helped lift the boy up onto his feet. She remained squatting and patted all the dirt off of the boy's pants and back.
"Let's get you back to your parents. Where do you live?" She asked smiling warmly.
"I…" the kid looked down at his feet.
"Do.. you have parents?" Lucy asked sincerely.
"I live with my grandpapa.." he said sniffling still.
"Ok. Let's get you to your grandpapa. Okay? Where does he live?"
"We live just over there.. but he's not there."
"Oh where is he?"
"He's at the hospital."
"Oh….." Lucy said worried now. "Do you want to go see him?"
"Okay."
Lucy held out her hand and the little boy put his little hand in hers. She gently squeezed and let the boy lead the way.
People watched them walk by and began to murmur.. They looked at her a little confused.. some with shock.. and some even happily waving to her. The little boy huddled close to her as he noticed all the people staring. Lucy just smiled and kept walking.
Soon they stood in front of the great big doors of the Mt Goyang Hospital. She took a deep breath.
"So.. are you ready?"
"Yes." The boy smiled and pulled her along.
Lucy's heart broke for the child. His grandpapa seemed to be the only family he had here. All sorts of scenarios were racing through her head. Was his grandfather terminally ill? Like her mother? Was he on his death bed… was he..
"GRANDPAPA!" the boy let go on her hand and ran up ahead towards a man.
"Oh Luca! What is that in your hand?" the old man chuckled as he picked up his grandson.
"Eh…?!" Lucy watched the healthy grandpa with Luca. With a closer look at the older gentleman her eyes widened.
"DR. BROM!?" Lucy said.
Dr. Brom looked over at Lucy and his eyes widened with warm surprise.
"Lucy! What are you doing here child!? You look great!" He walked over and gave her a hug.
"Grandpapa.. you know this lady?"
"Oh Luca. Don't you know how this is?" Dr. Brom said smiling.
"No.." the boy shook his head.
"Well then. I'll introduce you both. Luca.. this is Lucy Heartfilia from FairyTail"
Luca's eyes widened and his mouth fell open. "REALLY?!"
"Lucy.. this is Luca. My grandchild." Dr. Brom said hugging Luca.
"Hi Luca. I'm glad to meet you." Lucy said warmly.
"YOU'RE REALLY LUCY HEARTFILIA! THEY LUCY FROM FAIRYTAIL! WHAT'S FAIRYTAIL LIKE!? DID YOU REALLY BEAT THAT MEAN CAT LADY?! CAN YOU USE MAGIC?! CAN I.."
"Calm down Luca… haha.. She'll answer all your questions one by one." Dr. Brom said.
"Okay.. OH! Grandpapa! I got you this!" the boy put the balloon in his grandfather's hand.
"Oh?" Dr. Brom looked at the balloon.
"Happy birthday grandpapa! I thought you would like it." the boy said happily.
Lucy and Dr. Brom.. and nearby nurses.. all smiled warmly at Luca.
"That is very sweet of you Luca. Thank you. I love it and I love you." Dr. Brom squeeze Luca and Luca hugged him back.
"Love you too!" Luca giggled.
Lucy smiled with tears at the edges of her eyes. She was so relieved. She had been worrying over nothing. She then realized why the balloon was so precious to Luca.
"Well Lucy.. I'm so glad to see you so healthy and happy!" Dr. Brom said. "Will you be staying long? I hope we can talk and catch up. I'm sure this little youngster has many questions he would like to ask you as well if you don't mind. He is your fan."
"Please please stay!" Luca said with wide eyes.
"Haha. I'm planning on leaving tomorrow.. I'm still trying to find a place to stay for the night."
"Ah then you must stay with us. It will be an honor to have you as our guest." Dr. Brom said.
"Oh.. thank you so much.. but I don't want to intrude.."
"No no you must! I insist." Dr. Brom said ushering her to the doors. "You came at the perfect time. I was just about to leave anyways."
"well…..? How's it loooook~" Warrod said with wide eyes and a smile.
"woooww grand-senpai! They look amazing! You look amazing dad!"
"Of course I do.. the sky does look a lot larger now.."
"Grandeeny.. I'm so happy it worked."
"I'm glad it did too Wendy. We can finally live together as a family again."
"HAHAHA… you look like an old man. That's what I'm going to call you.. Old Man Gihi. ACCHHAKKKKK!"
"What did you call me boy?!"
"AKCJFLADF.. OLD… MAN!"
"RRRRRRRRRROOOOAAAARRRRRR!"
BOOOOOOOOOOM!
"Woah…" lily said wide-eyed.
"They've retained most of their dragon powers?!" Carla said shocked.
"Wow! It's like they are super Natsu, Wendy, and Gajeel!" Happy said with round eyes as well.
"Oh YEA! IM FIRED UP! LET'S FIGHT DAD! YOU AND ME VS. SCRAP METAL HEAD AND HIS DAD!"
"That does sound fun." A toothy grin.
"YOU'RE ON SALAMANDER! BUT GET READY TO GET YOUR FACE PLUMMELED! WE'RE GOING TO WIN!"
"Igneel.. it's time to settle this once and for all.. my son and I will show you that iron is stronger than fire." Red glinting eyes with a wide grin.
"Let's just watch the show Wendy."
"Heh heh… yes Grandeeny."
"Such lively youngsters." Warrod said smiling.
The guild doors slammed open.
Everyone looked over towards the doors and saw Laxus and the Raijinshu walking in.
"Welcome back!" Mira said happily as she served Macao a beer. When she saw the Raijinshus face and specifically Laxus'…. She paled and sweatdropped.
Evergreen, Bixlow, and Freed all looked tired beyond belief.. they dragged their feet and had an air of extreme irritation.
Laxus.. had the most fearsome death glare... that could make anyone pee their pants.
"Where's Lucy?" he seethed.
"What do you mean where's Lucy?" Gray stood up from his seat. Even Levy from her seat stared at Laxus in worry.
"Lucy did not show up for her mission. We took up the mission instead." Freed said wearily.. he slumped onto a chair and rest his head on top of the table. Ever and Bixlow did the same.
"YOU MEAN SHE'S MISSING?!" Gray yelled now.
"Are you sure she's not at home? Did you check everywhere?" Levy spoke up alarmed.
"She wasn't at home and we don't know where she could have gone.." Ever said with her head on the table.
"Heh…." Mira sweatdropped and looked towards Master Makarov sitting on a nearby table with Asuka. He too was alarmed.. he was about to speak when..
"OH OH OH! I KNOW!" Asuka said raising her hand.
Laxus gaze turned towards the little girl.. Master winced.. causing Laxus to frown even more.. he took heavy steps towards Master and Asuka. With a thud, he sat down in front of them. Asuka looked at Laxus' dark face and became a little nervous. So did everyone else in the guild.
Laxus sighed and his shoulders slumped.. he put his giant hand on her head. With that gesture, everyone let out their held breaths and relaxed.
"Hehe.. Hi uncle Laxus.." Asuka said giggling.
"Hello Asuka." Laxus said messing up her hair gently. "Did you have fun with jiji today?"
"Mhm! I had lots and lots of fun!" Asuka giggled.
"Good. So.. you know where blondie is?"
"Mhm!"
"Will you tell me where she is?"
"Only if you make a promise?"
"And what might this promise be?" Laxus said
"You have to promise me that you wont be mad at auntie Lucy." Asuka said with a slight frown to show she was serious.
Laxus' eyes widened and his eyebrows rose. Even master Makarov was shocked at Asuka's response. The entire guild watched Asuka in curiosity.
"I don't think I can make that promise Asuka. Blondie has been a very bad girl. And bad girls get punished." Laxus said as he leaned his head on his hand.
"Then I won't tell you." Asuka crossed her arms.
"Well.. then I guess I have no choice." Laxus said letting out a deep breath.
Asuka tilted her head in confusion. Master Makarov smiled at the two.
"I'll just tickle you till you tell me." Laxus said bringing his hands closer to her, his fingers wiggling. He was smirking as he watched Asuka.
"AAHHH NOOO! AHAHAHAHAHAHAHHAHA!" Asuka giggled.
Asuka's laugh resounded throughout the guildhall and made everyone smile. "JI-CHAN SAVE ME!" Asuka jumped off the table and ran around. Laxus smiled as he watched Asuka run away. But then his whole facial expression morphed into that of blatant murderous glare as he looked towards master Makarov.
Master Makarov sighed.
"Jiji…. Where's blondie."
"She's safe… with Brom."
Laxus' glare softened.. then he gave a confused look to his grandfather.
"What… you mean.. Jiji Brom?"
"Yes.."
"Where is he? How did she find him?"
"She.. somehow ended up in the city he has been staying in."
"JUST TELL ME WHERE BLONDIE IS BEFORE I GO HUNT HER DOWN MYSELF. When I do find her…" Laxus facepalmed his face and slid his large hand down his face in frustration. Sparks were emitting from his body now.
Master Makarov sighed again…..
"M-."
"NOOO! Jiji! You can't tell him!" Asuka popped up behind Laxus.
"Sorry Laxus. Asuka says I can't tell you." Master Makarov said smiling. "You wouldn't want Asuka to cry now do you?" It was master Makarov's turn to death glare at Laxus..
Having been defeated… Laxus stood up quietly and gave Asuka a gentle heavy headpat. He walked towards the guild doors.
"If you promise I'll tell you!" Asuka yelled.
Laxus lifted up his hand and gave a goodbye wave to Asuka and Master Makarov. And with that, Laxus left the guild.
"He should just promise.." Asuka pouted.
"Well.. it is as he says Asuka. Bad girls get punished." Master Makarov had a glint in his eye. Lisanna and Mira came up to them now. They both shook their heads at Master Makarov.
"But Auntie Lucy isn't bad. She's a really nice person! She's saved me twice!"
"Is that why you wanted Laxus to promise you? So she doesn't get into trouble?" Lisanna said smiling.
"yes…"
"That is very sweet of you Asuka." Mira said hugging her.
"I just want to save her too!" Asuka said smiling.
Mira, Lisanna, and Master Makarov were surprised. Their hearts melted from Asuka's sweetness. With the youngest FairyTail member this strong, they really had the strongest guild in all of Fiore.
"You were in FairyTail before?" Lucy said surprised.
"Haha.. yes.. that was quite a long time ago. I was there.. when your teammates were just little children.. and oh let's see…. Laxus was just getting on in his teen years."
"Wow! What were they like?"
They talked for hours. Luca had fallen asleep in Lucy's arms and Dr. Brom indulged Lucy in everything she wanted to know about the FairyTail he remembered.
"Natsu wasn't always such a bright and happy kid. He was lonely for quite some time. Lisanna was always the one who tried to get his mood up and help him assimilate into being with people. Him, happy, and Lisanna were such best friends. Through time, he learned to open up and be happier. "
Lucy smiled. She could imagine them. She felt so sad for Natsu.. it must have been very hard for him to live without parents or his adoptive dragon dad. She admired how well he had grown up.. how strong he had become from where he started.
"Gray.. was always the quiet child. He had that unusual habit of stripping. I hope he outgrew it. Did he?"
"No.."
"Oh.. that terrible habit of his is going to get himself in trouble one day."
"Hehe…."
"Despite that habit, he was such a great kid.. always kind and reserved.. but it all stemmed from having such a traumatic childhood. I don't know what his story is.. but Makarov has told me that he's gone through hell and back."
Lucy then realized that she really didn't know much about his past. Other than Leon and Deliora, Lucy never really knew about Gray's family or any specific past about him. It was so puzzling.. he was such a close friend.. yet she didn't know much about his past at all.
"You know.. I really do feel terrible for Laxus… he was such a young boy when his father did that unspeakable act. it really changed him. He never had a good relationship with Ivan.. but after that incident, it became impossible. It was just such a shame.."
Lucy fumbled with her hands.. she could feel for Laxus. The bad father relationship. The frustrations.. pain.. everything..
They went on and on talking about everything... They laughed at each others stories and after much sharing, Dr. Brom took Luca and went to bed.
As she lay in bed to sleep that night, she thought endlessly about FairyTail. how each of her friends were as children and how far they had come since then. It made her smile.. made her proud..
And with such warm feelings, she fell asleep.