Fragmented( A Fairy Tail/ Gray Fullbuster Love Story)

Battle of Iniquity

Flames licked at the heels of Natsu Dragneel; the magic aiding in a much needed speed boost. Sending himself hurdling towards Dahena; who remained still. Clenching right hand into a tight fist, Natsu allowed his fist to fly through the air. Mere centimeters from his target; only to have his own flame covered fist pass through the body of Dehena. Her body that of shadows which then grabbed onto Natsu by the throat. First it was merely one hand, then two which began to squeeze the very life from the Dragon Slayer. His own body emitting the dangerous flames which would usually cause his enemies to writhe in pain. And yet Dahena; and her magic were immune to Fire Dragon Slayer Magic. This would be a problem for Gray.

Clenching his hands into tight fists, the Ice Wizard preparing to save Natsu from the thrall which held him captive. A familiar shiver crawling down Gray's body, a sign that his magic was ready. Natsu's cries filled the air as the struggled against the shadows which held him. His flames burning more irrationally; threatening the turn the tower itself to embers. "Natsu! Stay strong!" Gray exclaimed, slamming his fist into his open hand. Allowing the chill of ice to form at his fingertips. A single phrase was all that was needed to complete the spell. "Ice Make Lance!" Gray exclaimed; his words bringing life to his magic. It took a mere few moments for the ice to take the shape of sharp lances which then soared through the air. Their target none other than Dehena; who upon noticing the sudden shower of projectiles. With a mere glance of her glimmering crimson orbs; a wall of utter blackness burst from the ground before her. The Ice lances slamming into the swirling wall which then seemed to create their own projectiles. That of what appeared to be hundreds of shadow needles. Ones that sent chills down Gray's spine at the mere sight of it.

"Oh crap!" Gray screamed, immediately forming his own wall of ice before the barrage of needles was forced upon him. However the moment the wall of frost was created; the needles of shadow streaked across the air. The air seeming to almost scream as the needles sunk into the wall of ice. Though upon impact the needles of shadow sizzled; as their blackness swirled about the ice. Alarming Gray who had never seen anything like it. Sensing the immediate danger, Gray dashed for another point of attack. Creating an ice pillar that he then allowed to carry him overhead. It was above that Gray could still hear the constant cries above. The voice belonging to a woman, utter anguish could be felt in her tone. This could not continue. This needed to end now.

But Gray knew nothing of the strange magic Dahena manipulated. She seemed to break the very laws of both nature and magic. Even taking Erza out of the fight before she could even act. This was a fight that Gray was unsure he could triumph over. But that did not mean he would not try. Swallowing a lump in his throat; Gray prepared for another strike. Concentrating on the sounds around him, the constant cracking of his ice wall. Under the grave strength of the shadows that Dehena held control over. Soon the ice wall shattered into pieces; allowing the shadows to once against streak across the ground. Their dark appendages extended for Gray, who stood still. His eyes closed. He knew this would be a risk, though it was something he was willing to do. Maintaining his stance; Gray could sense the oncoming ensnarment of the shadows soon to come. However mere centimeters from latching onto Gray; the shadows ceased. Seeming to tremble quite violently, as if fighting a deadly grip. 

Confused at the sudden loss of movement of her shadows; Dahena was distracted. Long enough for Natsu to wriggle out of her iron clad grip. Slamming his fire covered fists against the shadow that had swallowed Erza. "Erza! Can you hear me?! We need you!" Shouted Natsu before an enraged Dehena sucked the very shadows she held into her lungs. Turning towards the preoccupied Natsu who continued to strike the shadow. Seeking to free Erza; he was unaware of the danger looming behind him. Releasing a low growl Dehena allowed the concentrated shadows to spew from her lips. Spilling upon the ground below before shooting through the air in the shape of horrid spears. "Breath of Oblivion." Dehena whispered into the air; her words drowned out by the screams of Gray. Blaring at Natsu to get out of the way. The Ice Wizard running towards his friend. Natsu Dragneel clenched his hands into tight fists; releasing another loud roar as he slammed them into the slowly shattering shadow. "Erza!" Natsu screamed ignoring his own wellbeing; for a whirlwind of darkness slammed into Natsu's back. His cries of pain echoing off the tower walls; painful to Gray's ears. He glared a sense of anger filling the Ice Wizard; however that pain melted away.

For on his knees, trembling before the crumbling shadow. Natsu with his right fist held firmly refused to give in. He pressed his bloodied body against the shadow, whispering for Erza. Natsu's eyes trained overhead, though his injuries had struck him greatly. Even his will to fight could only do so much. He allowed his back to slump against the shadow; only for it the immediately shatter. A single strike of a elegant blade causing the final blow. It was then that Natsu felt the familiar cool metal armor; belonging to none other than Erza Scarlet. She held onto the weakened Natsu; her eyes burning with intent. "Stand up Natsu, Gray!" Erza called out, rallying her team with much needed morale. So much that even Natsu managed to stand. The adrenaline numbing the Dragon Slayer of any pain. He smirked commenting that now he had a real "Fire in his belly." While Gray Fullbuster reunited with his teammates. Filled with more power and determination than ever. The sight alone angering Dehena who screamed. Exclaiming no one had ever broken her "Dark Prison." Demanding to know who they were. To this Natsu smirked, cracking his knuckles as he answered. "Were Fairy Tail Wizards!" At the statement Dehena became rather silent before erupting in an erie cackle.

"I see! Then I guess I will take you more seriously!" Upon those words leaving her lips. Dahena's body was overcome by shadows, her flesh fading to that of utter blackness. Her laughter continued before only her glowing crimson eyes were visible. For Dehena had become one with the shadows themselves. The air sizzling with shadows that billowed off her body. A large magic source standing before the mighty "Fairy Tail Wizards". But they could not stop. Not when the constant screams for help resounded in their ears. They would stand tall and defeat this enemy. That was a promise.