Rhythm of the Hearts

Space

Juvia POV
I ran to class with gray and made it just in time. We both took our seats in the back near the window. I am sitting in front of him. I sigh as I replay the scene over and over again in my head. He didn't love me, but the plus side he didn't hate me either. And he wasn't rude about it either, which is a big contrast from any other rejection I had over the years. I shake my head to clear away the past memories and focus on the present. It struck me that after all the warmth that fairy tail has provided me, I still dwell on the insecurities and the terrors of my past. Even though I am treated very nicely and have friends who care about and take care of me. I am still haunted by my past. I can understand why gray sama also feels that way. Maybe his past is just as bad as mine, I need to find out. Not like it makes a difference, I will always love gray sama regardless. I just need to deal with this heartbreak and convince myself that it's for the better and I need to move on. I am stronger than just moping around just cause some guy didn't return my feelings. I asked gray sama for some space for me to think over it. I know he won't push me away or anything. I just need to understand. As I was deep in thought I saw a note slide on to my desk from gray. It's basically our daily ritual during all the boring classes. I opened it (without the teacher knowing obviously) it read "I know you asked for space and some time, just letting you know that I am cool with that. I know you worry about what people think and stuff. Just lemme know what you decide and when you do" I smile as I read the note. Gray Sama knows me too well. I obviously can't lie my way out of anything. I tear a small piece of paper from my notebook and respond to him.

Gray POV
When we reached class Juvia and I went straight to our seats and sat down. I sit behind her. I try and concentrate on the lecture but after what happened before class I couldn't help but watch Juvia and make sure she is ok. I see her face is a bit sad as she stares out the window periodically glancing at the teacher to seem like she is paying attention. She is clearly deep in thought. I wonder what the battle in her head is about. I just hope I didn't do anything to bring it on. Ok fine, I mean I did reject her, but I didn't think she would be so lost in thought over it. Knowing Juvia she is probably thinking I hate her or something. I wanna say something but she did say she needed some time to think it over. I rack my brains trying to figure out a solution, to this. It's half way through class, I am bored as hell, it's usually this time I start passing notes to Juvia. That's it! I will pass a note to her to let her know I don't hate her and I respect her decision of needing space. I tear out. Piece of paper an scribble my message. I looked at it to make sure it was fine. God my had writing sucks, I think Juvia is the only one who can actually read it. I slowly reach forward and place it on her desk. She doesn't notice it at first, man she is really deep in thought, but after a minute she picks it up and reads it. I see a small smile creep into her sullen face. I mentally cheer. She gets a piece of paper and writes something. Without turning back she angles her arm backward for me to reach out and take it. I open it to read.
"Juvia knows gray sama doesn't hate her, gray sama is too kind hearted to hurt Juvia. Juvia will let gray sama know when she is done with dealing with her own inner dilemma. Juvia thanks gray sama for his patience."
I smile as I read it. Phew , she is fine with me. Alright I will leave her to it, for now.

After what seems like forever, the bell finally rings, I gather my books and walk towards Julia's desk out of habit.
"Juvia will walk to the next class with levy chan gray sama. Gray sama doesn't need to escort her today" she gives me a small smile. Oh right space. I forgot. I grunt ok and walk over to flame brain. Within seconds we start fighting.

Juvia POV
I walked over to levy chan and asked her if I could walk with her to the next class.
"what happened to the ice prick?" Gajeel asks from behind levy chan.

I replied, " I just need a bit of space from gray sama for some time."

Levy looks up at me " did something happen Juvia? Do you want to talk about it? " I see gajeel glaring over at natsu and gray sama fighting. I know he might beat him up. Gajeel has grown be Juvia best friend and brother.

I quickly whisper to levy chan "later, I don't need gajeel kun beating gray up" levy chan got the hint and we walked to our next class.

The rest of the day went pretty normal. Only difference is I wasn't around gray the entire day like I normally am.  I am so glad it's Friday. I don't think I have the strength to avoid gray for more than one day. The weekend will give me time too cool off. The last period of the day was free so levy me and Lucy were just talking. Well they were talking while I was thinking about how next week will be.

Lucy noticed and asked me " Juvia what's wrong?you are not yourself today"

I replied " Lucy San Juvia just has a lot of things going on in her mind"

Lucy stared at me with her mouth slightly open, " Juvia you didn't call me love rival, something def happened between you and gray. Tell us now. "

I nervously glanced over at gray. He was busy fighting with natsu and gajeel, as they normally do when they get bored.

Thankfully levy came to my rescue " Lu chan, gray is right over there, Juvia probably doesn't wanna talk about it when he is around" I gave levy a  small smile and she returned with a big smile of her own.

Lucy wasn't taking no for an answer. " alright we are gonna have a sleepover at Juvias place to cheer her up and find out what the hell is going on here. And I won't take no for an answer, I will barge into your house if I have to." I hesitate for a minute. It was definitely not an empty threat , and I did need a distraction else I know I will be holed up in my bedroom all weekend moping.

I gave in " ok Lucy San you win, you guys can come over when you get your stuff" they smile and start cheering. This causes the guys to come over.

"what's with the cheering shrimp ?" Gajeel asked.

Levy replied" don't call me shrimp, we were just excited for a Sleepover at Juvias place !"

"cool that will be so much fun!" Natsu replied.

Lucy replied" it's only for us girls natsu , you guys are not invited"

"luuucceeee you're no fun" he pouts. I giggle at him.

"lol natsu what would you do with a bunch of girls talking about clothes and stuff anyway? We can have a gaming night at your place." Grays said.

"Oooo yea sounds good, I can whip both ur asses. " natsu answered. That of course led to mother fight amongst the three of them. I sigh and leave with the girls. First time I didn't say good bye to gray sama. I opened the doors leading to the outside  not knowing what lay in store for me.

Authors note:

That's my second chapter,  I will update when I can :) hope you guys like it so far! Do comment and like it :) thank you for reading :)