Frozen Ties [Gray Fullbuster]

1 - A New Face

In the bustling halls of the Fairy Tail guild, Lyra, a powerful mage, found solace at the bar, her crystalline blue eyes taking in the vibrant life that surrounded her. The guild was alive with laughter, of laughter, camaraderie, and a sense of belonging that was unlike any other place in the world.

As she sat, sipping her drink, the smooth wooden bar beneath her fingers seemed to radiate with the memories of countless conversations, adventures, and celebrations. The delicate yet enchanting fragrance of Mirajane's famous snacks and drinks filled the air, evoking a sense of comfort and familiarity that made Fairy Tail a second home for its members. 

Mirajane Strauss, the kind-hearted and cheerful barmaid, approached Lyra with her signature warm smile, her silver hair cascading gracefully over her shoulder. "Hey, Lyra! Is everything alright? You seem a bit lost in thought."

Lyra looked up, meeting Mirajane's caring gaze. "Oh, I'm fine, Mira. Just thinking about my last job." 

Mirajane leaned in, intrigued. "Oh? Do tell! I always love hearing about everyone's adventures." Lyra smiled, recounting the details of her recent job with enthusiasm.

As the two conversed, the guild doors swung open, drawing everyone's attention. In walked Natsu Dragneel, the fire-breathing Dragon Slayer. "We made it back alive!" A young girl with blonde hair followed him, visibly excited and intrigued by the boisterous guild members.

Within minutes a rambunctious fight erupted, leaving the girl in awe. "I'm actually standing inside the Fairy Tail guild hall." she marveled.

Lyra's eyes shifted to the newcomer, her interest piqued. "Looks like we have a new face joining the family," she remarked to Mirajane. 

Mirajane nodded. "Indeed. Let's go and give her a warm welcome."They made their way over to the girl. "Hello, are you new here?" Mirajane asked with a playful smile. "It's Mirajane!" she exclaimed, seemingly excited to meet the renowned guild member. "I'm Lucy."

Lyra stood beside Lucy, introducing herself with a welcoming nod. "And I'm Lyra." 

"Welcome to Fairy Tail, Lucy," Lyra said, her voice warm and reassuring. Lucy smiled shyly. "Thank you. It's nice to meet all of you but Don't you think we should stop them or something?" asked Lucy, gesturing toward the ongoing scuffle. "It's always like this. There isn't much you can do." replied Lyra. 

In the midst of the chaotic fight, the guild master, Makarov, entered the guild hall with his signature imposing presence. His large figure and long white beard commanded respect from all the guild members. "Stop this you fools!" he bellowed, his voice carrying a weight that silenced even the rowdiest of mages. 

The guild members immediately backed down, knowing better than to defy their wise and powerful leader. In the midst of the commotion, Makarov's attention shifted to Lucy, who stood in awe of the guild master's commanding presence. "A new recruit?" he asked, his voice now warm and welcoming. Mira nodded in confirmation.

Makrov shrank to his regular size and gave Lucy a smile. "Welcome."

With the commotion finally subsiding, Lucy couldn't help but feel a mix of awe and excitement at witnessing the guild's unique dynamics. Mirajane turned to Lucy and said, "Follow me, I'll give you the official guild mark."

Lucy followed Mirajane to the counter, where the kind-hearted barmaid pulled out a special stamp reserved for new guild members. The mark was an intricate design of wings and a swirling pattern, symbolizing freedom and the boundless skies—the emblem of Fairy Tail.

Mirajane pressed the stamp gently onto Lucy's right hand, leaving behind the guild mark that would forever signify her place as a member of Fairy Tail. "And with this, you're officially one of us now!"

Lucy gazed at the mark with wonder, feeling a rush of emotions. "Natsu, look! I got Fairy Tail's mark," she exclaimed, unable to contain her excitement. She rushed off towards Natsu, who was looking at the request board.

As she left, Lyra approached Mirajane with a smile. "You always have a way of making new members feel welcome, Mira."

Mirajane chuckled. "It's just what we do at Fairy Tail. We're a family, and every new member becomes a part of that family."

In that moment, as the guild buzzed with laughter, friendship, and the promise of new journeys, Lyra knew she was exactly where she was meant to be. With the guild by her side, she felt ready to face any challenge that came her way, knowing that they would stand together as one big family - the Fairy Tail family.