I'll Save You

Everything's Okay Now

Before I start the final chapter, I want to thank everyone who has taken their time to read this. I can't explain how much this means to me and I truly hope that you had a good time reading this. I sure had a great time writing this. So here it is, the last chapter.

Warning: Suicide attempt. Do not read if sensitive to this subject.

I was enveloped in darkness. I could not see, hear, or feel anything. It wasn't scary nor was it comforting. I didn't want to be here any longer than I had too. It was lonely and I would much rather see my friends than be here. I looked up to see a ray of light shining through the dark abyss -like the sun shining through the clouds. I reached my hand out towards it; trying to grab it. The light was becoming brighter and was getting closer to my outstretched hand. It continued to get brighter until it reached the tips of my fingers. It was warm and that's when I noticed that my hand was clear, there was no curse enveloping it.

The light grew until my whole body was enveloped in it. It made me feel at peace, and I almost changed my mind about not wanting to leave here. I haven't felt this at peace in such a long time and I was so, so tired. Would it really be that bad to be selfish just this once? To just stay here in internal peace?

"Luce... Please, wake up soon." That was Natsu's voice. I wanted to see his bright smile again. I wanted him to hug me again. I wanted to feel his lips against mine one more time. I wonder, is this the last time I'll see that light again? To feel the wave of calm that washed over me when it touched me? I hoped I could see it again, but I wanted to see Natsu more. He was my light that lead me through the dark tunnel. I needed to see him again.

I fisted my hand -as if trying to grab the light. I closed my eyes and I felt that tranquil sensation get robbed from me, but that was okay. I took in a shaky breath and opened my eyes.

I was greeted with Natsu's head on my lap and Happy snuggled up to my side. I smiled at the sight, but my smile soon turned into a frown when I looked at my arms. I was dressed in a hospital gown and was in a bed from the guild's infirmary.  My hand that got disintegrated was all healed up and I felt no pain in my side. The only pain I felt was the soreness of overworking my muscles and my ankle which was probably my worse injury from the battle. None of that mattered though, because once I looked at my arms to see that the curse had made it's way up and was no doubt at my neck by now. Not only that, but everyone has probably seen them and I bet that Levy is trying her hardest to find out what they are. To bad that her efforts will be fruitless since it's never been recorded before.

I looked at Natsu and Happy once again and started to softly play with Natsu's hair. I know I should be sad, because this will probably be the last time I'll see them, but I'm not. I'm happy that I saved them. To me, that's enough (Lucy tries to ignore the tug of her heart that tells her that she's lying to herself).

Natsu opens his eyes and sits up, "Luce! You're awake!", Natsu's yelling woke up Happy who sat up instantly and flew into Lucy's chest.

"Lushi, we were so worried! I'm glad you're okay!" Lucy returned Happy's hug and tried to prolong it for as long as she could before slowly letting go.

"I'm sorry I made you worried," Lucy looked up at Natsu and smiled, "I missed you guys." 

Natsu grinned at her, "We missed you too, Luce." They stared at each other's eyes, relishing in the fact that they finally got to see other again. After awhile, Natsu broke the silence, "Makarov told us what you did."

Not truly understanding Lucy questioned, "Do you mean taking down Death Wish?"

Natsu shook his head, "No -well yes, but he also told us how you travelled back in time to save us. Lucy... thank you."