And in the End - Gratsu

Deafening. Close by. Demonic. Natsu had dealt with enough demons in his time to know when there was one in the area. All the cloaked figures nearby had turned tail and fled, which meant he had roughly 12 seconds before he had to charge after the looming threat.

"Just stay over there. Don't come any closer." Gray's tears were freezing as they rolled down his face. Natsu knew he didn't have much time left. "Natsu... I'm sorry. I wish I had told you that more often. I love you." Natsu burst into tears at that. He collapsed onto one knee, the tears streaming down his face.