FROM STRANGERS TO SOULMATES (RE-EDITED)

CHAPTER 20 : DAY 1

ROGUE'S POV

I and Juvia went to the swimming pool because that was the only place which was not crowded.

The atmosphere was quiet and comfortable, bringing back the memories of how we used to back during the school days.

I feared she might feel uncomfortable around me but she wasn't which made me happy.

"So Rogue-kun, how is your college life here in this institute?"

"At the start, it was a bit difficult. But as time passed by, I got quite comfortable and found the present set of friends. They are fun to hang around and really friendly.
         But sometimes, they can be mean to others which I try to stop but they won't listen to me. So I let them do whatever they want. I don't interfere in those things." I said.

"But they did listen to you back then." She giggled.

"That's because you are my friend and how can I let you fall for such illogical things." I said with a small blush.

Even though she rejected my confession, my feelings for her still remained as such.

Today the way I saw her with that other guy made me jealous.

I want to know what kind of relationship she shares with him. So I decided to approach her with the same question once again. 

Last time she rejected me, I didn't force her but let's see if she has changed over the time.

When I was going to ask her, she pulled a ring from her pocket and wore it in her finger. She wasn't even looking at it. 

I guess, she wore it unconsciously as she was busy in her thoughts.

"Juvia, can I ask you a question?"

"Oh sorry Rogue-kun, did you say anything? I didn't listen. Sorry."

"It's okay. I was about to ask you a question. Juvia, what do you feel about me? I still love you Juvia."

She looked shocked and bowed her head down, "Sorry Rogue-kun, I thought you would have forgotten about that by now but you didn't. You are my best friend, Rogue-kun and I don't see you more than that."

She gave an uncomfortable smile.

"Okay fine Juvia. May I know if you are dating anyone? If not try thinking about giving me a chance."

"I'm not dating anyone but ..." She said.

"Listen Juvia, I'm not forcing you. Fine, think about it and tomorrow I have my track event. I will be participating in a 300m race.
      If you come, I will think you are giving me a chance and if not, I won't bother you ever in this matter." I said with determination while looking into her blue orbs.

"Rogue-kun, I will come......"

NEXT DAY 

GRAY'S POV

I got up and woke others up so that we could get ready and go for the competitions.

Today we will have the boys track events and girls swim events. We are determined to win all the events to lift the trophy.

"Hey ice-prick, you look all better. Are you sure?" Natsu asked me.

"Stop it flame-breath!! I don't want to ruin my mood before the games. Come let's go."

We went to the track field and saw Lucy, Erza and Levy waiting for us.

"Hey, where is Sprinkler?" Gajeel asked Levy.