He wasn't sure of why people called her that but he was glad she was so forward. So far she was everything he looked for in a woman.
They met again for the Parade. Gajeel and Juvia were on the same bus as him as they traveled through the city. Gray tried to enjoy the day but was distracted by Juvia.
It only got worse when they all got off the bus.
Juvia looked stunning. She had long legs, shorts that showed her plump ass, small waist and a Fairies crop top that hugged her in the right places.
She smiled as she celebrated with fans. At one point, the crowd was chanting "Raindrop Fairies".
I didn't realize how loved she was in this city.
The parade was a great day but the after party was something Gray looked forward to. Usually he would find a girl to take home, but there was no girl he wanted more than Juvia.
Gray dressed in street wear with a G chain around his neck. As he entered the party. His stomach sank
As he approached their booth, a guy had his hands on Juvia's hips. Why would she give him her number if she had a boyfriend?
Chicks make no sense
After a few shots and beers, He was introduced to Bora, Juvia's companion. He was full of rage watching the two interact.
After 8 more shots, a girl approached him. At this point he just wanted to feel the touch of another person. He grabbed her and started to make out with her. She said her name was Daphne but he didn't care.
Juvia witnessed his change in behavior and was worried. He clearly needed to be taken care of. However before she could act, Bora pulled her in for a kiss. She found herself kissing Bora over and over.
She had to get out of this club.
She excused herself to get some fresh air and saw Gray leaving with Daphne wrapped in his arms. As the door closed, their eyes locked.
His expression changed. He couldn't stop staring at her. She felt something too. It was odd.
As his limo took off, Bora came out with a Jacket for Juvia.
"Babe, do you want to get out of here? My place isn't too far."
"I told you not to call me babe. But yeah let's go. Your place is fine but don't try anything like you did in the club."
"You're just so tempting. I know our management is forcing us into this but wouldn't it be fun if we put more effort into making it convincing. I'm sure we can have fun with no strings."
The next morning
Gray woke up in bed with a black haired girl. He cursed himself for getting too drunk and having sex with a random girl. Thinking back, he remembered seeing Juvia and how she looked at him. Why would she look at him like that if she had a boyfriend.
He got up, told Daphne to head out and exhaled. Suddenly, his phone dinged
It was from her Raindrop
Hey! You seemed a little out of it last night just wanted to make sure you got home safely. xxxx -Raindrop
He texted back immediately
Hey, yeah I guess I got carried away from the celebration. I'm good! You seemed to be having a good time with your friend but I never got his name. -Gray
Yeah, it's a long story. Wanna get coffee? -Raindrop
Not sure if you forgot but I'm the Super Bowl MVP, I can't just meet up for coffee without the both of us being swarmed by Paparazzi. Maybe I could come to you since they know where I live? -Gray
Sure, I'll share my location. I'll be home until 3pm. I have some business to take care of with my team. -Raindrop
It was already 1:00 pm
Gray left 15 minutes later and headed to Juvia. He was confused about who a girl could make him jump like this but he kind of liked the feeling.
He pulled up to a really nice sky rise. With no paparazzi and privacy. How lucky she was. He thought to be able to live her life without the limelight.
After Valeting his car, headed up to the top floor. Juvia's place was huge, way too big for a single girl. She must share this with her boyfriend.
"Hey Juvia! So coffee?"
"Hey Gray, yeah I'll have my chef make us breakfast and some coffee, how do you like yours? "
"Just black is fine."
"Hehe that's not a shocker there you seem the type"
Feeling awkwardness in the air, "So Juvia, does swim pay this well? It seems like a huge place for one person."
"Yeah it's too big for me but I have no say in this. After my parents passed away, I became heir to their estate at 18. It included this place. It was the first place my parents shared together. I stay here because it helps me to feel closer to them."
"So you are loaded and chose to swim for fun? Not sure I have met many rich kids with that story."
"I'm rich now but I wasn't always. Gajeel's family took me in and they struggled to take care of the both of us. We both took up sports as a ticket out of our lives in hopes we could give back to his parents. When I found out, I was already accomplished in swimming and going to college with a full ride. I immediately gave them a million dollars as a thank you and invested the rest. I won't lie, not having to stress over money has brought me new found peace. I want to quit swimming and get into Modeling. Not fully runway, more like prints and posters. I've always been into photography and modeled for tons of friends in college. But enough about me and my past, what are you ?"
"My dads an architect and my moms a teacher. I have a brother and sister Lyon, the MLB star and Ultear, the figure skater. Our parents are the greatest. My birth mom passed away when I was 4. My dad struggled as a single dad until he met Ur. We quickly became a blended family and the rest is history. I play football because it was the first thing my dad and I bonded over. My achievements on the field are the one thing that I know he's proud of me for. I don't have the best reputation to be honest. People say I'm cold, emotionless, a bad passer and a player. Most of those things are true but it's how I have to be to stay locked in." He confessed
"I would have never guessed that you were cold or emotionless. Since I've met you, you have been so welcoming and kind. The player thing, I think I witnessed it at the after party." She giggled.
"Yeah sorry you had to see that, I was so wasted. If I remember you were also there acting wildly with someone. Does that mean you are also a bit of a player?" He laughed elbowing her slightly
"God no! Bora and I are in a contractual relationship. You see, I'm not getting younger and my management thinks the publicity of dating the hottest teen throb actor will help me gain a younger audience. Moving into the modeling space, your audience is everything. If you can't influence, you can't survive as a model. I told him not to touch me but he was a bit too drunk as well I suppose."
Her words made him warm. In two weeks, Juvia had gotten him to open up and chase her. He has no idea what kind of witchcraft she did, but he was wrapped around her finger.
"Juvia, I would really like to get to know you. I know you have to be with Bora in the public eye, but would you get to know me in the private eye? I've never felt a connection like this and I think you feel it too."
"Gray, I would like to learn about you but it can't happen like this again. Starting Monday, Bora and I are going public so my place will have paparazzi. I don't want to be caught in a love triangle and have that be the driving force of my career. We can text and FaceTime. But hanging out needs to be in group settings only."