On the run [Completed] (Fairy Tail Fanfic) NaLu

Chapter 22

Two months have passed since the news broke out about Natsu and Lucy's impending marriage. The guild was preparing for the special day that was a week away. They were taking extra precautions for the fated day. Makarov had a hunch that Lisanna would do something to spoil the "wedding". Gemi and Mini were still keeping up appearances to keep the ruse going.

Lucy was now almost 6 months pregnant and her appearances, although rare, now came to a stop. Natsu was extremely protective of her; he refused to let her out of the house nowadays, much to her great displeasure. Thankfully, Levy and Mira would come by on a daily basis to keep her up to date with the happenings around the guild. Cana and Erza would pop by as well to have their little girl talks.

This also gave Natsu the chance to go out on a job once in a while. He hated leaving Lucy at home alone, but he knew that she was in good hands. He wouldn't go on jobs alone though, Gray and Romeo would come along to keep him company and his mind off things. Natsu was cautious though; he would travel around wearing that special cloak that was given to him all those months ago when he and Lucy had to go into hiding.

The cloak allowed him to conceal his scent and provided great shelter from the weather, not that he needed it. He just got used to wearing so much that it now was part the regular attire he wore when out on missions.

"So Flame-Brain, how is Lucy holding up now that you have put her on house arrest?" Gray snickers

"Shut up Ice Princess, you would be the same if your mate was in danger from a demented psychopath!" Natsu shot back.

"Guys... I didn't come long to babysit you. If you start fighting, I won't hesitate to tell Erza when we get back." Romeo's threat was enough to scare both men into good behaviour for the duration of the mission.

Back home, the girls decided to throw a mini impromptu baby shower for the expectant mother. Yukino came as well; her two dragon slayer companions were back at the Fairy Tail Guild, talking with Makarov.

Lucy was spoiled with baby clothes, baby toys and various baby accessories.

"Guys, this is too much." Lucy was bashful

"Nonsense, you are the light of our guild and a sister to us all. You are carrying a child that is precious to us all, of course we will spoil you and the baby". Erza spoke up.

"So Lu-chan, do you and Natsu know whether you will have a boy or a girl?" Levy asked. This sparked everyone's interest.

"I don't know and I want to be surprised, but I think Natsu is able to tell by the baby's scent." Lucy said and turned to Wendy for confirmation

"It's true Lucy-san. As dragon slayers, we have heightened senses. We have excellent sense of smell. I wouldn't be surprise if Natsu already knows" Wendy went on.

"Wendy, do you know what Lucy will have?" Mira asked, getting way to excited. This made Wendy very nervous and was looking for a way out.

"Lucy-san, have you come up with any names yet?" Yukino spoke up, noticing how uncomfortable Wendy was becoming. Wendy gave her a thankful look, appreciating the save.

"We have thought about Layla, Luna, or Nashi if we have a girl and Ryu, or Igneel if we have a boy" Lucy said, she had a dreamy look in her eyes.

"Ryu?" Cana asked

"Ryu means dragon. We thought it would be appropriate since I am carrying a dragon slayer. I suggested Igneel as a middle name to honour his father. Natsu was surprised by my decision. He was happy though." Lucy smiled at the memory.

"Where does Luna come from?" Erza asked

"Well Luna is the name of a Roman Goddess who was the personification of the Moon. It's also a mix of our names. When I was child, my mother taught me all she knew about celestial magic. We would spend nights outside in the gardens looking up at the stars. She taught me all about the constellations" Lucy began to tear up.

"You miss her don't you?" Cana asked

"Everyday. She was the light of our home. After she died, things were never the same. I wish she were still here. I wish both my parents were still here to see their grandchild."

"They are always with you Lucy-sama, they are always watching over you" Capricorn appeared.

"Capricorn, what are you doing here?" Lucy wiped her tears away and stood up to meet him.

"I came to check up on you and also brought gifts for the child. Your child will be first of it's kind Lucy-sama"

"What do you mean?" Lucy gave him a quizzical look.

"You child will possess both Celestial Magic and Fire Dragon Slaying magic. Your child will become a very strong mage".

"How can you tell?" Levy spoke up.

"We spirits are attuned to our master. Since Lucy-sama is with child, we can now sense the life growing inside her. We can sense the child's celestial magic as well as something else. After consulting with Crux, the child will also possess his father's magic". He explained.

"HIS?" All the girls shouted. Wendy had to cover her ears. Capricorn didn't realize his slip until it was too late.

"Oh, look at the time, I must take my leave. I will visit later, Lucy-sama" with that, the Goat was gone.

Lucy felt faint and had to sit down. She was trying to process the news. Mira was jumping up and down from the excitement.

Wendy sat next to her to check her out. Thankfully, she was simple overwhelmed from the news.

"How are you feeling Lucy-san?" Yukino sweetly asked.

"I... I'm having a boy. I AM HAVING A BOY!" Lucy shouted.

All the girls laughed at her reaction. They all continued on with the festivities until the late afternoon. By then, Natsu came back with Happy.

"Hey love!" Natsu greeted his mate as he walked through the door.

"Hi Lucy! Wow it looks like you had a great time, you got so many presents!" Happy commented, noticing the gifts taking up a corner of the living room.

Lucy was in the kitchen sitting at the table, still trying to process the news. She kept absentmindedly rubbing her swollen belly. Natsu noticed her odd behaviour and walked over to her, placing a hand on her shoulder. This startled her out of her thoughts.

"Oh hi Natsu, how was your mission?" She asked

"Um, I was great, how are you?" Natsu was baffled by her behaviour.

"I am ok, just trying to accept the news about the baby," She casually said

"The baby? What news? Luce, what's going on?" Natsu was worried.

"I think we need to make some changes to the baby's room."

"What do you mean?"

"I think we need to make more boy friendly for Ryu"

"What?" Natsu's eye's widened from what he just heard.

"Come on Natsu, don't tell me you didn't know" Lucy gave him a sceptical look.

"I wasn't completely sure, but I had an idea. So are we having a boy?" Natsu had a hopeful tone in his voice.

"We are having a boy!" Lucy jumped into his arm.

He picked her up and twirled her around the kitchen. He then set her down and dropped to his knees and kissed her tummy, nuzzling her pregnant belly. Lucy ran her fingers through his soft hair. Natsu looked up with a twinkle in his eyes.

"We are having a boy."