Fairy Tail Fanfiction || Gruvia drabbles

Gray's heart

A glistening locket entangled itself between Gray's rough fingers. An azure jewel sat between its entwining patterns, carefully ingrained into its delicate material. The ice-mage held it up, watching it swirl and sparkle under the blinding rays of the sun. It's delicacy almost made it look fragile, as if it would shatter at any second. Gray let it drop back into the palm of his hands.

His lips curved upward in delight as he carefully slid open the locket. Hidden within was a sculptured heart, with curves that were smoothened out by a shimmering blue dust. It didn't seem fragile at all – instead, it was obscured by a thin layer of glass that reflected his gaze. It reminded him of a certain someone; both beautiful on the outside and on the inside, but most importantly, he could see the same glisten it had when she laid her eyes on him.

Erza peered over the mage's shoulder and smirked. "For someone in particular?"

Gray shuddered and quickly let the locket fall back into his pocket. "It's nothing."

The red-haired woman nudged him at the shoulder. "She'll love it."

Before Gray could stutter a reply, she quickly darted to join Jellal, sneaking an arm between his.

Gray chuckled, a blush hinting at his cheeks as he shoved a hand inside his pocket to trace the fine jewel. Maybe she would like it. Her hands would clasp together in delight, throwing a shy glance at Gray before letting the delicate jewelry fall between her slender fingers. She would then peer closer, letting her beautiful blue eyes take in the locket. As her petite hands went to open the locket, she would call out his name lovingly, "Gray-sama, I love it!"

Gray stifled a chuckle as he imagined her inaudible gasp upon the sight of the heart. Would she jump in glee? Perhaps she saw it as a reply or even a confession. Gray wouldn't mind. After all, he knew what he wanted. He would then lean in slowly to kiss that surprised look off her face. Her soft lips would respond immediately and willingly. He could finally taste those alluring lips, letting them melt between his.

He let out a breath he didn't know he was holding. He pressed his other hand to his chest and gulped as he felt it pounding like crazy. He wanted to see Juvia now.

"Ice-brain!"

Gray frowned and let a muscular arm swing across his shoulder. He stumbled forwards from the impact and grumbled. "What do you want, Natsu?"

"Just wonderin' what you were up to."

"Have you seen Juvia?"

Natsu glanced backwards and shrugged. "Dunno, haven't seen her for a while." Natsu raised an eyebrow. "Why?"

Gray shoved his arm away and let the locket fall deeper into his pockets as he strutted away. "It's nothing."

Natsu jogged to catch up, frowning as he watched Gray sulk. "Why are you always so moody? I swear you're moodier than Lucy on her–"

A hand slapped Natsu's head. "Shut up, Natsu!" Lucy crossed her arms across her chest as Natsu gave her a sheepish look. "It's Gray, he's being weird," Natsu jerked his head back to the ice mage who was already a mile away. "As usual."

Gray could feel his pace quicken as he neared the guild hall. As his feet brought him faster across the concrete floor, he could feel the locket follow his steps, bouncing up and down in his pockets. Gray tightened his grip around it, in hopes of controlling his heart rate as it also bounced uncontrollably.

He could feel his face burning as he saw familiar azure-blue hair peak from the crowd. Before he could hurry over, the water-mage whirled and flashed him with one of her beautiful smiles. Her eyes, as predicted, twinkled at the sight of him. She carefully maneuvered her way between the rowdy guild members, muttering a few apologies as she pushed past. A pout crept to her lips as a tall man obscured her view of him. Gray growled in annoyance and charged forwards, grabbing her hand from around the man who didn't realise the spectacular view he was blocking.

"G-Gray-sama!"
Juvia fell into his strong hold. Gray was determined to keep her there.

"Juvia..." The water mage shivered as she felt his deep voice tickle her ear. "I-I have something for you," he muttered. Unwillingly, he let a hand slip away from her slender back. Finally finding the courage to pull the locket out, he let the now-cold ornament rest in his hands. Juvia swirled her head in response but Gray pulled her head to his chest. "Wait...."

He gently parted away a thick lock of hair, sweeping it away from the nape of her neck. Grazing his fingers between her silky hair, he fixated the chain around her neck. After hearing the small 'click', he pulled away for a moment, and breathed in the sight in front of him.

As her eyes averted down to her chest, her eyelashes fluttered in surprise and Gray prepared for her squeal of delight. Her surprised hug, or even a kiss. However, minutes have passed, and she still had her gaze locked onto the ornament around her neck.

"Juvia...?"
Gray let out a breath he didn't realise he was holding. Did she not like the gift? Was it too extreme? Now that he thought about it, the heart in the middle did weigh quite a bit... was it uncomfortable around her neck? Was his heart the one that was the burden?

Gray worriedly tilted her chin so he could gaze into her beautiful eyes. To Gray's surprise, her eyes were sparkling from tears. She hurriedly pushed her overflowing tears away but to both of their dismay, more kept falling. Gray narrowed his eyebrows and concern washed over his face. He could feel his chest scrunch into pain as he watched the girl sob uncontrollably.

If he knew she'd be in this much pain, he should've never bought the locket. He should've never told her about his feelings. His feelings weren't needed after all.

Unknowingly, his grip tightened as he hung his head in regret, but mostly disappointment.

Was he... too late?

His hold loosened as he watched her lips distort into a frown. Instead of clasping her hands together in delight, they were hastily rubbing at her eyes. Instead of peering closely at the locket, she desperately tried to look away from it. Instead of saying "Gray-sama, I love it!" she said nothing.

This wasn't meant to happen.

He let her go.

"Gray-sama..."

Juvia trembled, holding her hands close to her chest she slowly glanced at Gray. "Is this...for Juvia?" Gray blinked in confusion.

"Did Gray-sama think about Juvia as he chose this?"

Gray pressed a hand to the back of his neck. "I-I thought it'd look beautiful on you." It was his turn to shake.

"Does Gray-sama think it looks beautiful on Juvia?"

Gray couldn't believe what he heard. Is this woman even aware of her beauty? Who was he kidding? He could see the same reflection of himself in her eyes just as he gazed into the heart. He knew this was the right choice. Her lips twitched as her eyebrows knitted together in concern.

Gray was breathless. Her chest was pressed against his, gently rising as she breathed in...breathed out... She had him completely in love.

"You're the one that makes it look good, Juvia." Gray hid behind the back of his hand. "You're so fucking beautiful Juvia," he mumbled. He could feel his eyes dilate out of focus as he waited for her response. His hands dripped with sweat and slowly, he lost the ability to feel his feet.

With a firm tug, Juvia pressed her lips to his. Gray raised both hands in surprise. He let his eyes flutter shut as he felt her tiptoes lean into him. He immediately pulled her back into a close embrace, pressing his palm into the small of her back. Another hand trailed past her shoulders and to her necklace. Her lips were softer than he'd predicted. Instead of melting her lips in his, her mouth fit right into his. Gray hurriedly raised her chin, tilting her back as he leaned forwards. Her lips cushioned him with an aroma of comfort. He didn't want to ever pull away. Gray nibbled gently at her lip and his other hand fiddled at the intricate patterns of the locket.

He was utterly in love with her.