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In a land far far away, lies the kingdom of Fiore; a small peaceful nation of 17 million, and a place filled with magic. Found in every hall, bought and sold in every marketplace, for most magic is merely a tool -- a mundane part in everyday life.

For some, however, magic is an art, and they've devoted their lives to its practice. These are the wizards; banded together into magical guilds, they improve their skills in search of fame and fortune.

Many such guilds populate the landscape of Fiore, but there is a certain guild in a certain town that soars high above the rest, one from which countless legends have been born, a guild that will no doubt continue to create legends welled into the future -- its name... is Fairy Tail.

"We made it back alive!"

"We're home!" The blue cat added after his pink-haired buddy, Natsu. Everyone broke into smiles, chatter ensuing the once quiet guildhall.

"Natsu! Happy!" An energetic child excitedly bounded over to them, high-fiving the pinkette and cat with a cheerful grin.

"How's it going, [Name]?" The pyro ruffled their hair with a chuckle, causing them to pout and playfully glare at him.

"No touchy!"

"Did ya miss us while we were gone?" Happy asked, and they rapidly nodded, spinning on the spot.

"I missed you guys big time!" [Name] then crossed their arms with a huff, saying the next part more to themself than the duo. "Why is it so boring when you two aren't here?"

"Who knows," Natsu calmly shrugged, but on the inside he was ecstatic. He turned to the blue cat with a cheeky grin, "Hear that, Happy? We're [Name]'s favorite!"

"Aye!"

Staring at them skeptically, [Name] drooped their eyes at the dumb duo, before noticing an unfamiliar face.

In an instant, they were at her side, circling her with eyes of childlike wonder. "Are you a friend of Natsu and Happy?"

Somewhat startled by [Name]'s sudden appearance, that was quickly left behind when she looked down at their curious expression.

"As a matter of fact, I am!" The blonde girl spoke proudly, causing [Name] to part their lips in awe.

"Really?! What's your name? I'm [Name]!" They enthusiastically introduced as they leaned eagerly in, practically bouncing on the spot.

"My name's Lucy," she placed a hand on her chest with pride, "And I've come to join Fairy Tail!"

[Name] audibly gasped, causing Lucy to look down at them inquisitively.

"You're so cool!" They complimented, succeeding in boosting Lucy's ego further. Their lips found their way into a grin. "Let me get Mira for you--"

"So I heard you went all out in Hargeon, Natsu," a member of the guild spoke, gaining both Lucy and [Name]'s attention. "Had to go starting trouble--"

That was when Natsu kicked the poor guy.

Lucy rose her arms up in defense, shocked at what he had done. "Why did you do that?"

"In Fairy Tail, the best way to get a message across is through your fists," [Name] informed with a clenched fist to strengthen the point, causing the blonde to freak out.

"Y-You don't say."

They snickered at her before feigning innocence. "Whoopsie. Guess I lied."

Lucy smiled sweetly. [Name] continued to stare at her, they both exchanging looks.

'To think I thought they were nice,' basically summed up what they initially thought about each other. I guess looks can be deceiving. The ones that look pure-hearted like angels aren't always pure.