Natsu's POV
I was sitting in the guild hall, enjoying a meal with Happy. After Lucy came back, he forgave me and we've been close since.
"Hey Natsu?" Happy said, shivering.
"What's wrong little buddy? Are you cold?" I asked.
He shook his head.
"Something's coming. Something powerful and dark." He answered.
The guild doors slammed open, and Lucy walked in with Griffon in tow.
"Listen up!" She shouted, jumping up on the nearest table.
Well, that would explain Happy's uneasy feeling.
She was dressed in her black dueling outfit, and her long blonde hair was tied into a lengthy braid that reached the back of her knees. Griffon was wearing a similar ensemble, made of the same black fabric. He had a dark leather belt and attached was a sheath for a long dagger. Both of them seemed to bear the same grim expression.
"I need a team of strong wizards for a job. You will be compensated for your time and any injuries that you may obtain along the way. I can't explain everything right now and I know it may be difficult, but I'm asking for your trust." Lucy announced.
Disapproving whispers radiated throughout the hall.
"Why should we trust you?" An accusing voice shouted from somewhere near the back of the crowd.
Murmurs of agreement could be heard, jumping up all over. Lucy sighed.
"I know I haven't been the kindest since I returned, and I know I'm one of the last people you should put your faith in, but if we don't band together now, you won't have to worry about who to believe, because we'll all be dead." She said matter-of-factly.
Any noise coming from the guild instantly hushed.
"If you are willing to accept, I have a list of who I would like to join me." She said, pulling out a piece of parchment from thin air.
The guild remained silent.
"Erza, Mirajane, Laxus, Gray, Wendy, Gajeel..." Lucy listed off the names one by one. She seemed to pause as she got to the bottom of her list. "... and as much as it pains me to say this, Dragneel, you too."
The yellowed paper disappeared with a snap of Lucy's fingers.
"If you are willing, please meet us outside in five minutes." Griffon said.
As quickly as they came, they left once more. Almost instantly, the guild erupted in whispers and worries.
That was strange. Maybe if I go, Lucy will forgive me and we can be friends again.
"Are you coming Natsu?" Erza asked, making her way towards the guild's entrance.
"Of corse! I'm all fired up now!"
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The Sacrifice
Fanfiction*Sequel to "All Thanks to You."* Three months have gone by since Lucy's reemergence. No one has seen her since. All is peaceful in the guild, but many keep the Celestial Mage in the back of their minds. A dark power draws near, bringing chaos, dest...
