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Chapter 5: Family bonding

Lucy P.O.V.

I'm here now, but what am I going to do? Should I just socialize with the other guild members, or perhaps go on a mission with Gajeel to earn some jewels for our rent? I stare down at the bright pink Fairy Fail mark in the top of my right hand with a small smile. But my smile soon disappears when I hear Natsu and Gray arguing over something stupid again. A sigh escapes my lips when I realized that it'll be only a matter of seconds before the second guild brawl of the day will start.
"Hey, Blondie. Getting used to Fairy Tail?"
"You mean getting used to the actual guild or its constant fights?" I turn my head towards him and raise an eyebrow in question.
He chuckles lightly and nods. "Fair enough. So tell me, what's up between you and Gajeel?"
"Oh, well Gajeel saved my life."
Laxus' head snaps towards me. "What are you talking about?"
"It was about half a year after my escape from the konzern. I was attacked and surrounded by Vulcans. Thankfully Gajeel was around and he saved me. We've been travelling together ever since.
"Well, shit." Laxus lifts his mug and takes a sip from his beer. I notice his eyes travelling though the guild, looking for my best friend probably.

"He's your mate, you know that, right?" I start nibbling on my straw and send him a gentle smile.
Laxus chokes on his beer and starts coughing hard. "Excuse me? Of course not! What would you even know about it?"
"I know pretty much everything about it, Laxus. Besides there's no need to hide the obvious attraction you have for my best friend. It's quite clear to me anyway."

Laxus P.O.V.

How on earth did she figure this all out before I could? 'Because your mate told her of course. And beside that fact, she knows pretty much everything about the guy, including that fact that he is gay, like you are, idiot.' Oh shut up, I'm not gay at all. 'Then explain how you're attracted to the guy…' Asshole.
"Where has your mind wandered off to? A certain Iron Dragon Slayer perhaps?" Lucy looks at me with an evil smile and winks at me.
"Mind your own business, Blondie." 'Well hey, you didn't deny it, Sparky.'
Lucy's eyes keep shining with mischief, and it makes me frown at her action. Time to change subject!
"So hey, Blondie. Aren't you mad about the whole 'No contact' stuff over the years?"
She just shrugs and looks around the guildhall. "It is not your fault, and both you and your.. our grandfather had your reasons. My 'father' was mainly at fault. Besides, why would I be angry when now I have a brother in my life?"
"So you're happy?"
She smiles brightly and nods quickly. "I definitely am." I can't stop myself from smiling along with her.

Suddenly the sight of Gajeel walking into the guild catches my eye. Obviously Lucy noticed him as well. If possible, her smile turns even bigger and brighter. He walks straight towards us sits on the seat on the other side of my sister.
"Good morning Bunny, Laxus."
"Morning, Gaj." Lucy leans into his chest, in an embrace like manner and he looks down at her with a gentle smile, before his scowling face returns.
Gajeel turns his scowling face towards me and points his thumb towards the brawl behind him. "What the hell is up with this guild? Shouldn't someone stop these idiots?"
"Go ahead and try. You'll get involved before you can even say something about it."
"We'll see about that." Gajeel turns his face towards the fight and opens his mouth to speak, only to be punched in the jaw by Elfman. Lucy winces and giggles.

At this very moment gramps comes out of his office, his face etched with worry. Something is seriously wrong.
"Listen up, brats. We've got a serious problem going on right now."
The fight immediately stops and looks up at gramps.
He sighs deeply. "I'm sure everyone has heard about the Oración Seis by now. One third of the Balam Alliance. It seems they have big plans to destroy all Light Magic."
"Gramps, don't they have like just 6 people in their guild?"
"Yes, Natsu. But these 6 are extremely strong and capable mages. Now there will be a collaboration between Fairy Tail, Blue Pegasus, Lamia Scale and 1 person from Cait Shelter. Our team will consist out of 6 members, so when I call your name please step forward."
Everyone nods at Gramps' words and wait patiently for their name to be called.
"Natsu."
"Hell yeah, I'm all fired up!" He pumps his fist up in the air and steps forward.
"Gray and Erza."
"Well of course, someone has to keep flame brain under control."
I sweat drop. Ridiculous bunch of idiots.
"And lastly Lucy, Gajeel and Laxus." My eyes widen in shock. He's sending Lucy with us already?"
"Don't worry, Sparky. She's a lot stronger than she looks."
I nod slowly and feel a smile creeping up my face. "I know."

Time skip: Train station / Lucy P.O.V.

All of Team Fairy Tail is gathered at the train station, pressed into a private compartment. Natsu is already sick, while the train hasn't even moved an inch yet. Pathetic.
"Fucking disgusting. You're making me sick, Salamander." I glance at Gajeel and chuckle when I see his face. It's a mixture of disgust, anger and sickness. As soon as the train starts moving, Natsu turns an even sicker shade of green and gets punched unconscious by Erza, thank goodness. Laxus' body stiffens and Gajeel's head drops into my lap, my hands immediately slide through his hair. I hear a soft growl coming from Laxus and send him a small glare.
I'm sure none of us can actually wait until this disgusting ride is over. I sigh deeply and turn my head to look out of the window. When suddenly I remember the letter gramps gave me. I reach into my pocket and pull out the letter. Laxus eyes my carefully when I open it, while Erza and Gray turn their heads curiously towards me.

"My dearest Lucy,

I do not have all that much time to write you this letter because I know that soon all my memories of you, and our time together will be erased. I just want you to know that I am indeed fine, I did managed to escape from your father's guards and I re-joined my old guild. I didn't have any other choice really. I'd rather be in Fairy Tail with you, but it has come to my information that you are not there, yet. I'll be keeping a close eye on Fairy Tail, though. Making sure you can actually join them safely.

Anyway, the real purpose for this letter is to give you a warning. Whenever you hear anything at all about The Oración Seis, leave as soon as possible. Do not get involved with these people, ever. They are evil and will do everything they can to destroy Light Magic. And your Magic is one of the purest forms of Light Magic. Also they are not afraid to kill to reach their goal.
I hope when the time comes you will be able to forgive me for all I've done though. I'm not the person you thought I was. But I will do everything in my power to keep you safe, Lucy. Always.
Please, don't forget about me.

Love, Erik"

I have to force my tears down and fold the letter. What was he talking about? What did he need forgiveness for? Oh my dear Erik, why didn't you just come with me?
"Bunny, you okay?"
I look down to meet Gajeel's gaze and nod slowly.
"Who was the letter from?"
I snap my head back towards the window and bite on my lip. "Erik. The letter was from Erik."
"Damn, Bunny. Is he okay?"
I shake my head slowly. "He was when he wrote this letter, but now? I have no idea, Gaj."

If only I knew now where he is or how he's doing.