Fairy Tail:Celestial Tempest [NaLu]

Arriving at Greythorn

Natsu, Lucy, and Happy entered the bustling town of Greythorn, where the streets were crowded with people discussing the latest rumors about the dragon sighting and recent disturbances. Voices mixed with fear and excitement filled the air.

"Let's start by finding an inn," Natsu suggested. "We need to gather information."

Lucy agreed, and they headed towards the nearest inn. The building was modest but welcoming, with a sign hanging above the door that read "The Roaring Dragon."

Inside, the inn was warm and lively. Natsu approached the counter, where a burly man with a grizzled beard stood polishing a mug.

"Excuse me," Natsu began, "we're looking for information about the dragon sighting. Heard anything interesting lately?"

The innkeeper looked up, his expression wary. "Yeah, there's been a lot of talk about that. People say a dragon's been spotted near the old castle outside of town."

Lucy's interest was piqued. "Do you know anything about the castle or the dragon?"

The innkeeper nodded. "The castle's been abandoned for years. Some say it's haunted, but lately, strange things have been happening around there. People have seen flashes of light and heard roars."

Natsu's eyes sparkled with determination. "Sounds like our next stop is that old castle."

Lucy nodded, her resolve strengthening. "Let's check it out."

As they left the inn, the excitement of the unknown filled the air. The path to the castle was set, and with it, the promise of new challenges and discoveries.

"Alright, let's prepare for what's ahead," Natsu said, leading the way. "We'll find out what's going on and take it from there."

Natsu, Lucy, and Happy returned to the inn later that afternoon. The innkeeper, seeing them approach, gestured for them to come closer. He looked around nervously, ensuring no one was eavesdropping.

"I've got more to tell you," he said in a low voice. "There's been strange lights and magical energy coming from the castle recently. People are scared to go near it."

Lucy leaned in, her eyes intense. "Do you have any idea what might be causing it?"

The innkeeper shook his head. "No one knows for sure. Some say it's the work of dark mages, others think it's the dragon. But whatever it is, it's powerful."

Natsu clenched his fists, determination evident on his face. "We'll find out. We're going to investigate tonight."

The innkeeper's eyes widened. "At night? That's dangerous. The castle is full of traps and who knows what else."

Lucy placed a reassuring hand on the counter. "We can handle it. We've faced worse before. Can you keep our plans a secret?"

The innkeeper nodded reluctantly. "I'll keep quiet. Just be careful. And if you need anything, let me know."

Natsu gave a confident grin. "Thanks, old man. We'll be back with answers."

As night began to fall, the trio prepared for their nighttime infiltration of the castle. The innkeeper had provided them with some supplies and wished them luck.

Natsu and Happy sat together, strategizing. "So, how do we approach this, Natsu?" Happy asked, fluttering his wings.

Natsu scratched his head. "We need to be stealthy. We can't just barge in. We'll scout the area first, see if there are any guards or traps."

Lucy was off to the side, checking her celestial keys and preparing for any magical defenses they might encounter. She didn't want to reveal her full capabilities just yet. 'They don't know how strong I really am,' she thought, a small smile playing on her lips.