Chapter 4

School Project

"Leave before somebody sees us." Natsu says as we get to school the next day. "Don't worry, I don't want any of my friends seeing me with an asshole." I comment. "What friends?" He asks in disbelief. "I have friends!" I snap, and walk the opposite direction of Natsu. Today I WILL find somebody I can go up to. No way am I going to let Natsu think I have no friends whatsoever.

I look around the school yard, hoping to see somebody I might be able to go up to and talk with. Finally I spot Lisanna Strauss. We're not exactly friends but she is my partner for a science project. Sooo... at least I have something to talk about with her.

Lisanna Strauss

Rank: Sky

Intelligence: Really smart

Chance of getting Star Rank: High

Group of friends: Cana Alberona and Juvia Lockser

Other Info: Is new to the school but immediately became Sky Rank because of her sister who's one of the most popular people in Star Rank.

I rush up to the short haired girl, who was luckily by herself. "Hi Lisanna." I greet her. She turns to look at me when she hears her name. "Oh, hello Lucy." She says, giving a kind smile. "I wanted to talk about our science project." I inform her. "Oh yeah! I was hoping we could go to your house to work on it." She suggests. "M-my house?" I repeat. aaaaand I immediately regret my decision of coming up to talk to her. "Yeah. Don't worry, I'll bring all the materials we need." She assures. That's not what I'm worried about... Controversial to what I'm thinking, I nod my head in agreement.

We spend a while longer discussing our project. I tried to stall her from the question of 'when do you want to work on it'. Fortunately it worked. The school bell rang, signaling students that there is only five minutes to get to class. "Sorry Lucy, I have to go. See you in science." Lisanna waves as she runs off. Sighing, I make my way into the building.

I managed to survive until lunch time. Making my way into the cafeteria I come to a realization. Who am I going to sit with?! I don't have any friends. My only option is Dan... Yeah that's not happening. Especially not after what happened yesterday. Guess I'm going to skip lunch today and just do my homework in the school's library.

I turn to leave the cafeteria and jump in surprise when I come face to face with Lisanna. "Hey Lucy! What a coincidence. Why don't you come sit with me so we can discus the science project?" She offers. Wait. What is this? Is she really asking me to sit with her? ME?! This isn't some prank right? "S-sure." I agree. I follow Lisanna to a table, where two other people are already sitting. One glaring at me and the other one not caring as she's too busy drinking booze, even though she's not old enough. Juvia Lockser and Cana Alberona.

Juvia Lockser

Rank: Sky

Intelligence: Average

Chance of getting Star Rank: Not Likely

Group of friends: Lisanna and Cana Alberona

Other Info: Would be a Star Rank if it wasn't for the fact that she sometimes stalks Gray Fullbuster (one of the Star Ranks).

Cana Alberona

Rank: Sky

Intelligence: Not horrible

Chance of getting Star Rank: Fair Chance

Group of friends: Lisanna and Juvia

Other Info: Has a drinking problem.

"Juvia, Cana, this is Lucy. Lucy, these are my friends, Cana and Juvia." Lisanna introduces. "Love rival..." Juvia mutters. She and I aren't on great terms. She's hated me ever since her 'love' Gray Fullbuster picked up my pencil that I dropped during class. Now Juvia is saying that I'm in love with him and that I'm her 'love rival'. "Want some booze?" Cana asks, obviously drunk. "No thanks." I reject the offer. Lisanna and I take a seat and continue our conversation from this morning.

"How about I come over to your house after school today?" Lisanna asks. "Are you sure you want to come to my house? I mean, my mom can be really loud at times, she might not allow a guest at such late notice, and it's a small house, I don't know if we'll have any space to work on the project." I try debating by making up excuses. "I'm sure it will be fine." Lisanna tries assuring me. "What about the materials?" I question. Nice one Lucy! "I actually brought them to school today. I was actually planning this meeting... Is that weird?" A little. "Not at all." I lie. "So we are all set." Well that backfired on me. "O-ok..." And Lisanna wins the debate.

Oh man! What am I going to do? Lisanna can't come to my house! It's not even MY house! But... Maybe it won't be completely disastrous. Mom said she's working late tonight so thee won't be three adults in the house. Cause you know, that would be weird. Plus, I might be able to become friends with Lisanna. Doubtful yet possible. But there's still one problem... Natsu.

Maybe I should just tell her I'm busy, or that my mom not allowing a guest at such last minute is true. Or I can just ask to do it at her house. No, she probably doesn't want the N-Rank in her home. I really should just call it off. But if I do that, she'll get mad or annoyed or both! Then there will be zero chance of Lisanna and I becoming friends.

I continue to eat my lunch awkwardly as the devil himself stands in front of our table. Natsu. "Love rival..." Juvia mutters. Uh, what? "You three should probably stay away from her unless you want to be put in the Earth Rank. Stick with her and you'll never be a Star Rank." Natsu informs them, referring to me while ignoring Juvia's statement.

After that being said, Natsu walks away. I can't believe he did that! No wait. I can. Natsu will do anything to make me mad. God he's such an asshole. I prepare myself, expecting to be kicked out from the table or left here alone. Weirdly enough, they don't do anything. "You guys aren't going to kick me out or walk away? Or is this one of those times where I'm supposed to take a hint and walk away myself?" I question in complete confusion. "Not at all!" Lisanna exclaims. "Yeah, trust me, if we cared what the Star Ranks think, we'd probably be in Star Rank ourselves." Cana adds. "Juvia must keep Juvia's love rival close. Beause Juvia has to kepp Juvia's friends close but Juvia's enemies closer." Juvia says, referring to herself in third person and making me sweat drop. "Or like thy say: The enemy of Juvia's enemy is Juvia's friend... even though she is also Juvia's enemy." I don't know if that is a good thing or a bad thing.

Wow, they're actually being nice to me.

Yay! School and exams are finally over! Now I can update way more often. I hope you enjoyed the fourth chapter of MP&MNSP. If you wanted more Natsu and Lucy, don't worry, something big is going to happen soon... Anyway, sorry for any grammar mistakes. And don't forget to leave a lovely review. I really would appreciate it! No, not because it makes my story look good to others. It makes me feel good when others enjoy my writing and stories. So thank you.

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