A/N: When you're stuck on your The Way He Moves series so you decide to start working on a new one. Oops? :)

Chapter One - First day of work

Finally. Finally after all the years of hard work with blood, sweat and tears; Juvia did it. She still couldn't believe that she had graduated from university just a few months ago with not only her bachelor's degree in her pocket but also her master's degree from early childhood education. The student had become the teacher.

Juvia stood outside the building of her old but now new workplace, Fairy Tail Daycare. She took a deep breath and clenched her fists in the air. ''Juvia, I know it's your first day and you're a nervous wreck but you can do this'' she talked, only enough for her to hear. ''I can do this and I will'' She tried to give herself somewhat of a prep talk. And with that, she locked up the door to the building through the staff entrance.

Juvia didn't start working until after thirty minutes but she always preferred being on time rather than late, even if it was only a minute or two. And besides, it was her first day of work after all so she could have some time to settle in, maybe drink a cup of coffee and prepare herself for the exciting but nerve wrecking day.

When Juvia got inside to the hall, she started taking off her outdoor equipment when she heard a voice.

''Good morning, Juvia!'' It was Mavis, her boss that greeted Juvia with a bright smile.

''Oh, good morning'' Juvia responded while looking up at her from untying her sneakers with a nervous smile.

''Are you feeling okay? You seem a bit nervous''

''I can't help it''

''Look, Juvia. I know this is not always helpful but don't be nervous'' Mavis started. ''I hired you for a reason. Do you know why?''

Juvia shook her head.

''That's because in that one short year that you worked here, you were so passionate in what you did. You were ambitious and knew this was something you wanted to do in the future. You were an amazing role model for the kids, yet you didn't take yourself too seriously and could also be the kid's friend. Not to mention you're a great colleague. You listen to others, you're honest, responsible and you get along with your team and colleagues''

Juvia was blown away by Mavis' compliments. She didn't know she had so many positive qualities. She was really insecure about herself and would always automatically think about her negative sides. Juvia was speechless but this was a something she needed to her and it gave her a huge confidence boost for her so what Mavis said really did help.

''Wow. I don't know what else to say, but thank you, Mavis. What you said really helped'' Her lips got replaced with a big, bright and confident smile.

''Good! I have a meeting shortly, but there's coffee ready in the staff room, I know how much you like it.'' Mavis let Juvia know which she nodded in acknowledgement. ''Also, Cana is already with the kids in your group's department and Meredy starts her shift a little later. I hope you enjoy yourself and have a fun day. If anything's on your mind, please don't hesitate to ask!'' She said one more time before she disappeared into her office.

Today was going to be a good day and nothing and no one was going to ruin it.

After Juvia had finished drinking her first cup of coffee at her new workplace, her shift finally started so Juvia made her way to the department she was going to work at with Cana and Meredy.

Cana and Juvia were old friends and used to go to the same school together for many years. Cana was a couple years older than her but despite that they used to hang out a lot. Juvia couldn't help if Cana was still going out partying and drinking as much as she did back in the day. She was basically married to her booze. The thought of the good old days made Juvia let out a small laugh.

Juvia didn't know Meredy but she couldn't wait to get to know her other colleague.

When Juvia arrived at the department, she stopped by the door frame to see Cana and a few children were sitting at the table, eating breakfast.

''Now Romeo, what have we talked about? How do we ask nicely?'' Cana was lecturing one of the kids and had her hands on her hips.

''Can I please have more porridge?''

''Yes, of course you can because you asked so nicely!'' She smiled at, who Juvia guessed the kid's name was Romeo and ruffled his hair.

Cana was about to fill the deep plate with porridge when she noticed Juvia.

''Juvia!'' She yelled out he blunette and put the plate down so she could launch herself at Juvia, almost making her fall to the floor.

''Hi, Cana. It's been a while'' Juvia smiled and hugged her frolleague*

After a few moments of hugging, Cana let go. The kids looked a bit confused as to what was going on with the whole hug party.

''Kids, this is Juvia and she will be with us starting today so be nice to her, got it?'' Cana introduced Juvia to the kids, who looked a bit confused when they witnessed the crazy hug.

''Hello'' Juvia waved at them, a little awkwardly.

''Hi, Juvia!'' The kids looked so happy while they waved back at her and that made Juvia happy and relieved that they welcomed her with their small and cute open arms so easily. She knew there were still other kids who hadn't met her but Juvia couldn't help but feel like a part of the group already.

The moment got cut off short when a kid ran into the department. Wait, where was his clothes?

''Morning!'' The kid shouted in excitement. He was probably excited to be back at daycare with his friends again.

He looked like he was three years old, he had spiky hair, that was the color of raven and his eyes were just as dark. And not to mention, he had just ran into the room with just his adorable Olaf boxer shorts on. He kind of reminded Juvia of someone she used to know.

''Aster, come back here and put your damn clothes back on!'' Someone yelled from the hallway.

Juvia froze. That voice… she recognized it, almost too well. It couldn't be him, could it? She hadn't heard that voice in years but despite that she couldn't ever forget it.

''Juvia?''

It was the voice of the man who had broken her heart.

Colleague/Friend

A/N:Since I work, and have worked at different daycares for five years now, this is something I have always wanted to write, so this is series is going to be extra special to me. I hope you enjoyed it, even though this first chapter was super short! Stay tuned! :)3