Chapter 17: Tensions Rising
By the time Aislyn made it to the Fairy Tail
guildhall later that day, the atmosphere felt different. Levy was nowhere to be seen, and though the usual chaos of the guild filled the room—Natsu and Gray bickering in the corner, Cana downing barrels of alcohol—it felt like there was a cloud hanging over everything.
Aislyn approached the bar, catching Mirajane's knowing smile as she set a drink in front of her.
"Long night?" Mira asked, her tone teasing.
Aislyn sighed, running a hand through her hair. "You could say that."
Before Mira could pry any further, Lucy slid onto the barstool next to her, her expression concerned. "Aislyn, can we talk?"
Aislyn gave her a wary look. "About what?"
Lucy glanced around, making sure no one else was listening before lowering her voice. "Levy's... upset. Really upset. She doesn't know what to do, and I think she feels like she's lost Gajeel for good."
Aislyn frowned, guilt settling in her chest like a heavy stone."I didn't mean for this to happen, Lucy."
Lucy nodded, her eyes soft with understanding. "I know that. But Levy's been in love with Gajeel for a long time, and seeing you two... like that... it really broke her heart."
Aislyn rubbed her temples, the weight of it all pressing down on her. "I didn't ask for any of this. I didn't ask for Gajeel to... Listen i am who i am and if Gajeel like that then... "She trailed off, not even sure how to finish that sentence.
Lucy's gaze was steady. "You might not have asked for it, but it happened. And now Levy's dealing with the fallout."
Aislyn sighed again, looking down at her drink. "So what am I supposed to do? Apologise? You're making me feel really shitty for something i can't control"
Lucy shook her head. "I don't think that's what she needs right now. Just... give her some space. Let her process everything. She'll come around eventually."
Aislyn wasn't so sure. She had seen the look in Levy's eyes—hurt, betrayal, and something darker brewing beneath the surface.
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Frost and Iron: Gajeel x black oc
Hayran KurguAislyn, a fierce Water/Ice Dragon Slayer with a sharp tongue, finds herself drawn to the tough yet irresistible Iron Dragon Slayer, Gajeel. What starts as playful banter turns into fiery chemistry, but their budding romance ignites jealousy in Levy...
