Dragon King Festival or the night after the end of the Magic Games The night the magicians rejoiced at the victory of the greatest guild, Fairy Tail. They made a spectacular comeback after 7 years.

7 years of waiting

7 years of suffering

7 years of tears

and

7 years of loss

"It was supposed to be the most beautiful moment. Not like this. It wasn't supposed to be like this."

Fire mage Natsu Dragneel and a few friends travel to help the guild's beloved star mage Lucy Heartfilia. But fate plays a trick. When they couldn't come out of the palace Until everything is too late to fix.

Chaos started from that point.

Tens of thousands of ancient creatures stepped through the large gate. They all do what they want. Playing with humans Eat the living things in front of you. How barbaric, uncivilized, like seeing a favorite toy or food.

Countless villagers lost their lives amidst the chaos. The so-called magician was meaningless. They couldn't even knock down a single dragon, no, they couldn't even defend themselves.

It was a real disaster for Earthland. Only a blonde like Lucy could see and recognize them all. The only hope is the large door that leads through. She looked straight at her with eyes that didn't sparkle. His once plump lips turned pale, as if someone was close to death. Her wish was just….

To be with everyone again. Therefore, even if I have to lose anything, arms, legs, magic power, even my life. It's not a problem.

I just want to bring everyone back.

***There are spoilers for those who haven't seen Fairy Tail in the Dragon King Festival season.

The breeze carried the terrifying atmosphere. The sky is as red as blood. The top is full of creatures from the past. They swooped around happily. It was like dancing at a carnival.

'Oh! Hell no matter what'

The girl looked at the front view. A small light brown book was embraced by its owner. The cover was stained with bright red blood stains. The horrible, fishy smell was so overwhelming it made me vomit, the misery, the fear, and the regret. They mixed and blended together like a song pulling her to the lowest point in her life.

The woman slowly took out the notebook from its owner. Start reading from the first page. Moving on to the second…third…fourth page…….every page is still filled with hope. There is a lot of necessary information written in it.

until the last page

Even if it's only a few lines. But the words and tears inscribed there crushed the girl's heart into ashes.

-At that time we were all confident that we would win. The battle on the last day was brutal-

-You still remember, right, Lu-chan?-

-And on July 7th We...we all lost to fate-

-Here, there's only death. Either way, there's only dead people. And-

-Everyone I love..is me-

-I can't put it into words Lu-chan-

-I can't take it anymore, anyone can-

-Someone please help us-

When I finished reading, many feelings filled me. The girl's hands were shaking as if she had been cursed. Torture slashed her in the middle, as if to cut her into two halves. Finally, her hand turned over the paper to read the next page. That was the last message her friend left.

-Lu-chan, where exactly are you? Natsu too-

-Please, come back and tell me you're still alive-

-Please Lu-chan-

-Please tell me that what we found isn't the truth-

-Please, please wake me up-

-And said that right now it's just a dream-

-Tomorrow we… will celebrate the victory that everyone worked for-

-Our tomorrow will be filled with happiness-

-Because it's here. It's even worse than hell.

Thump!

The sound of the notebook hitting the floor resounded loudly. His left hand was raised to cover his eyes, followed by sobs. Many apologies were expressed as if telling a fairy tale.

“L-Levi-chan, hey! Sorry, I'm sorry I'm late! Sorry.” Ah…for over a week the blonde had been fighting for her life. Struggling until almost exhausted Met with a lot of loss. Facing the pain of death so indescribable that he even wanted to disappear.

Yet she still lives.

His sweet face looked down at the ground with pity. If you'd come sooner If we didn't just mourn the passing of others, perhaps the owner of the body in front of us wouldn't have to meet his end. They would be there to support each other. Find a way to bring everyone back from these ugly deaths.

The figure moved closer to the blue-haired girl. Brown eyes looked at the lifeless body of his best friend. The small, once-nice body was now covered in blood stains and wounds. There were bruises and burns in places. The breath that I once had had completely disappeared.

“Dammit! Crazy, crazy, absolutely crazy!!!” She screamed like a crazy person when she realized that now there was nothing left: her family, friends, teammates, close friends, everyone had abandoned her.

Tears flowed from both brown eyes. Peach lips pressed together into wavy lines. Why? Why couldn't she help anyone? Why did you experience such loss? Why did she have to go through this situation? Even though they just...want to make up for the feelings they felt during the 7 years of being away. I want to travel together with everyone. Create endless smiles and laughter.

This kind of thing...is it really that difficult?

The female mage threw herself on the hard ground. He moaned with a broken expression. Memories of important people play like a tape in your head. The past we've encountered has played out over and over again. Ever since Mirajane had given her the guild seal. Fairy Tail's father, Master Makalov, approaches everyone. Meeting close friends who are like brothers and sisters like Gray and Erza.

A close friend with similar tastes like Levi. A girl who is like a sister like Wendy Many adventures encountered only problems. Time that never stops turning In the end, it all worked out because everyone was still together. Yes, because we have each other, everything always ends well.

“What should I…do now, Natsu?” she said, her face tinged with despair. Brown eyes were hard and without any sparkle. Hundreds of thousands of memories are confirming that there is nothing left. Because in a few days everyone's candle of life is extinguished.

Just a blink of an eye, really.

What made her unable to stop shedding tears was the passing of the person who had just been named. The Fiery Dragon Slayer who brought happiness -Natsu Dragneel- The girl still remembered it all too well. Since the day I met him at Harrugian Port The first time that pair of hands reached out to me with that stupid smile.

The first mission we had together, the festival, the camping, so many images of the young salamander flowed into my mind that I couldn't count them.

-It's Lucy- that's what he always said. If one day you go out and come home late You will find that two troublemakers are waiting in the room. With short words that never fade away

-You're back, Lucy.-

There had never been a time when he had left her alone like this, never really. Natsu would always find her no matter the time. Grab this couple's hand and smile like the first day we met.

When she opened her eyes in this place The first thing I noticed was a pounding sensation in my head as if a small bomb had exploded inside. When he began to adjust his focus, he was shocked by the sight in front of him. The sky turned red-orange. Above, there were huge creatures flying around. The country was in a state of destruction.

Only ruins appeared. There was no sign of life. What happened here? Why is everything like this?

That is the first question in my head.

But then a picture from a few minutes ago popped up. She was on the run with Natsu. Travel all the way to the Lunar Eclipse Gate. And then he was arrested right there. It didn't take long for the soldiers to bring her and the group back into the castle and tell them of the victory the guild had won. Ah, it was such a joyful thing. Peach-colored lips quirked up as they sensed their friends' efforts.

A bright day is finally waiting. I can finally replace the regrets of the past 7 years.

Boom!

Everything happened so fast I could hardly keep up. The people outside screamed in chaos. Soon the castle shook violently. The only thing she did was rush towards the pink-haired man and the blue cat. Try to protect both of them even if they are in a situation where they can't rely on themselves.

Then everything went dark.

“Everyone…Natsu, Natsu!” She said in a sobbing voice. I don't know what's going on right now, Natsu, and your friends? Everyone is still as safe as you….right?

A fragment of thought passes by. Pain in the leg flared up. She let out a scream when she felt those feelings. But that certainly drew the attention of the creatures above.

A large creature stared at her. Those crimson eyes reflected like gems. The large mouth opened to reveal sharp fangs. A smoldering flame grew inside. Soon, the fire came down. But with legs that can't move A body that can't resist So she closed her eyes and prepared to face death in front of her.

Her life will end here.

'I haven't really had time to celebrate with everyone yet'

But just as those fires were about to reach him One of the people who had called for him appeared in front of him. His muscular figure was smoking hot fire like a snack. Onyx eyes stared intensely at the large figure. His whole body was now covered with wounds.

“Wait a long time, Lucy.” Even though it was a short sentence, But that alone helped heal the girl's heart a lot. Even if you don't turn to look But I knew how hard the man in front of me tried to find her.

“Natsu…”

“Homeowner, hey! You guys, don't get discouraged! I am Fairy Tail's mage Natsu Dragneel…..a Dragon Slayer,” Natsu announced. Point your finger at those figures. Two legs jumped up and stepped on the remains of a building. Go straight and fight the dragons.

But everyone knew, how could a human whose body could barely stand like that fight a dragon?

Natsu, there's no hope at all.

“Natsu, it's too late. ” The sweet voice that was once filled with confidence was shaking more than ever. The little heart couldn't withstand the pressure it encountered. Everything around him turned to fear.

“We can't stop it,” the clear water trailed down to the tip of his chin. Peach-colored lips curved down in a sign of sadness.

“No, I won't!”

"Natsu!" She shouted again when she found that the person in front of her wasn't even listening. The pink-haired man continued to leap into battle, fiercely fighting. The flames coming from him collided with the dragons.

Thump!

Brown's eyes widened as he saw a heavy figure fall below. The sound of the collision between him and the ground was loud enough to draw attention from the surroundings.

“I… won't give up, won't run away, won't back down!!” The owner of the body still stood firm to fight. Get up and regain your bearings before plunging into trouble again. It wasn't that Natsu didn't know the word fear. But he knew that if he showed any weakness now, The people behind were definitely even more hopeless.

He didn't want Lucy to lose herself again. Don't want to see water come out of those brown eyes.

"Natsu!!" The blonde shouted as her broad back glowed with the flames. Two slender hands grabbed the keys on his waist before calling the person he could rely on the most.

“Open the gate of the Lion Constellation, Loki!” A bright light flashed out. The man who leads the zodiac appears. He stepped through the golden magic circle with a worried expression on his face. But he smiled knowing that his master was safe. The two stared at each other for a moment. Loki nodded as a signal. Even if you don't say it, you can tell that the young woman wants you to help support the bloodthirsty pink-haired lady.

The Lion Constellation immediately rushed to join them.

After fighting for a while Lucy also meets her former fugitive, Yukino. A girl with short white hair staggered forward, unable to resist. The body had been cut and burned so that the bones could almost be seen inside. The only reason Yukino smiled was -Because she knew her body couldn't take it anymore. But her key will be to find the right person to take over-

“Yukino!” the blonde girl yelled as she quickly ran over as the other fell face to face. Yukino scrambled, trying to crawl to her spot with a hopeless look on her face.

"T-Lucy-sama, really?" As the two touched, Yukino said with tears in her eyes. The face that was once full of calm was now filled with hope. Yukino thrust the two zodiac keys into the blonde's hands with all her strength.

“F-Please leave both. If it were Lucy-sama Th-If it were you, you would definitely be able to do it. I have to go back----” He didn't even finish his sentence. Clear brown eyes closed. Lucy's eyes widened in shock. She gasped at what was happening. Now it feels like time is frozen. The whole world enters an endless winter. Until the two keys glowed, signaling that the contract had ended.

Yukino Allgrea has left this world.

“Yukino!!! No, wait, open your eyes, Yukino, no!!” Lucy continued to shake her lifeless body. Calling out to the owner of the breathless body But that's all. When the dead cannot be revived The living must therefore be stuck with the suffering that has occurred. So she made a promise to the owner of the key.

“Will-will protect! Protect for yourself.”

The battle continued. The blonde girl was alongside the flaming Dragon Slayer. The two partners gambled with everything they had until they defeated a dragon.

So what's it like? When there are tens of thousands of dragons Missing just one will help.

The magic power in his body had been completely used up. Lucy's leg had a large wound. The two young men decided to escape to the highlands. Hid and watched from there, waiting for the girl's legs to get better. Hoping to find a guildmate or someone still alive.

But the day passed The couple couldn't find anyone.

"Natsu"

“You say now….everyone…….” The words ended. Her peach lips couldn't move because she was afraid, afraid that what she was thinking would become reality. The loss might not have been just Yukino's, perhaps her friends. People I used to know Everyone probably doesn't live to see the future anymore.

Even so, he could not avoid the young salamander's gaze. Natsu knew exactly what the person in front of him was trying to convey. Since he is the one who always looks at you from here Standing by your side in every big change. Pull you out of that small world It was therefore not unusual for him to be able to guess the girl's thoughts.

The pink-haired man dropped to his knees in front of Lucy. Holding one hand The other hand held her head closer until his forehead touched lightly. forcing the two eyes to meet inevitably

“Everyone will surely live. We must go celebrate the victory of the day before. One of the best in Fiore. The master must be happy with the prize money.”

“N-”

“Don't act like an old grandma like that, Luigi.”

"Still haven't fixed it, you idiot!"

“Ouch! Haha, that's right. It has to be like this to be worthy of being Lucy." After saying that, Natsu let out a typical smile. He knows exactly what he's doing. Even if it seems silly, because of the current situation, this is not the time to joke. But if it made Lucy feel a little lighter. That alone was worth it for him to be a fool… like always.

Thinking back, it's strange. Natsu never thought that anyone would brighten up his world this much. I'm not even sure when it started. A week ago, a month ago, 7 years ago. Ah… I don't know. Suddenly realizing that Lucy had become the person he always wanted beside him. I want to be the person who makes you happy.

He was the first person she thought of. Even though I don't understand what it is. But let's just say that he will do whatever it takes to protect her smile for as long as possible.

But if you don't go looking for someone else now The conclusion may be full of loss. And if that was the case….the person in front of him would definitely shed more tears.

After all, this was what the pink-haired man chose.

“I……will go find Elsa and Tatok first. Then we'll go find the masters and the others." Natsu said in a serious tone. The only reason it was decided to keep Lucy here was because it was too dangerous. It's not that she's weak. But he just…didn't want to feel like he had to lose the person in front of him again. I didn't want to think that this small and fragile body might disappear forever.

It would be better for him to die that way.

"But-" Lucy said, squeezing Natsu's hand tightly. She understood the meaning very well. Because it meant that Natsu would go find his friends without her.

Both of their eyebrows furrowed together. Anxiety arose in the young woman's heart. She knew Natsu was strong enough to survive. But even so The fact that he was going alone made her uncomfortable anyway.

Those who noticed those concerns quickly blurted out.

“Don't worry, I'll be right back. So….take care of yourself, Lucy. If they encounter them, they must flee as quickly as possible. Your legs should be able to move now, right?”

"Natsu…."

“I have to live until I return. Just live, that's enough, Lucy. And we will definitely go find her. With everyone." Natsu said loudly at the end of his sentence. Remind her to reassure her that he will come back. Even though he himself is not confident.

"N-You too. G-Got to come, Natsu," was the only thing the blonde could say. You know in your heart No matter how it is forbidden, he will definitely go. Even if you try to find reasons in front of you But for Natsu Other people's lives are more important than those things.

When the blonde girl finished speaking, The black eyes closed. Natsu moved his face slightly so that there was no gap between his forehead. The tips of the youth's noses brushed against each other for a moment. The two breaths mixed and almost melted into one. I don't know why. But doing this strangely calmed them both down. All worries disappeared.

Cinnamon-colored lips lifted slightly. Natsu opened his eyes to stare into the other's eyes. Press your forehead more firmly than before. Those actions were as if everything would turn out fine.

"I promise Lucy."

"Oh, I promise, Natsu." Brown eyes narrowed more than usual. Clear water flanked both cheeks. Natsu and Lucy both took in the sensation for as long as possible. Change your posture to hug. It is just an act to gain confidence in the other person.

Until the appropriate time The two pulled away from each other. Exchange something to keep a promise It was his personal scarf and the blue bow that once adorned his hair.

-Then I'll come quickly- A short promise that no one knew could not come true.

One day has passed The blonde girl was still waiting in the same place. Both hands hugged the clean-colored scarf tightly. Try to trust its owner. Calling his name until the second day All the dragons found her. Lucy struggled to run. Falling and somersaulting even though your legs hurt. Scrambling from those ruins

She did everything she could to ensure her life. Just because of that foolish promise

She summoned the key she had to find a way to escape. Harnessing magic power to survive, but in the end, Areus and Scorpion's keys were destroyed by dragon fire. The medium of the two covenants is fragmented. Because they both used their keys to turn into magic powers to protect her.

That was just the beginning of losing someone important.

The next day she lost Sagittarius, Taurus, Gemini, Libra, Pixis, and Cancer respectively. They had Loki and the others protect her instead. But if you're asking why Libra and Pixis allowed their own keys to be destroyed? The reasons for both are probably -Because Lucy is someone Yukino trusts. That alone is enough to protect -

The next day I had to lose Vergo and Capricorn again. The two of them used their last glance to look at her with warmth. Make a noise to let them know that they are not dead. but only returned to their own world.

Now the only ones left were Aquarius and Loki. Lucy kept the remnants of every key with her. Even if it becomes just a small droplet

And this is day 6 from that day.

There is no other escape route. The city right now was like a sea of ​​fire. A fishy and disgusting smell floated everywhere. Everywhere you looked, there was only red and smoldering steam.

Two straight legs back into the city center. Hoping to find the body of one of my friends Just one person is good.

“G-Gray,” were the first words she said when she met them. Not because of joy But it came from the sadness that hit like a giant tsunami. The sight she saw was a soulless Juvia and Gray. But the two of them still held hands and that was it. Not far away is the young Titania. Now that graceful figure was dyed red like her hair.

Opposite to the top is a blue cat that is always teasing each other. Just then, my heart hurts as if it was being squeezed until it was shattered. It was more than jumping off a cliff into a ravine. Lucy raised both hands to cover her mouth. She couldn't suppress the overwhelming feelings in her heart.

Who would have thought that the last time they would see their friends on the day of the competition was before they were captured in the castle? When they met, they were just bodies without breathing.

Two legs climbed up, slender hands carefully carried the small body into his arms.

“Who made you abandon me like this, you crazy cat?” she said, hugging the cat tightly. Make a sound like the last day of the world

“If you're not around, who's going to tease me? Who will come and take my bed? And… who will ask for fish from me?”

“H-Happy! ”

Why is the world so cruel to you? Why take away something important from her life?

But then in the moment of mourning Out of the corner of her eye, she glanced up to see a hand emerge from beneath a large rock. Lucy shook her head to herself. Pray that it's not the person who thought it was. She stood still for a while. The two legs slowly walked towards the figure. Every moment his feet hit the ground made his little heart beat faster. She decided to summon Loki to help lift the large boulder.

But it turned out to be as she thought.

'No, it must not be like this'

'It's not true, it's not true'

'no!!!!'

Lucy felt as if the whole world wanted to break her. The condition of the people under the stone was so full of wounds that it was almost impossible to distinguish who they were. Numerous bruises were visible to the eye. The person in front of him's clothes were torn and streaked. But there was only one thing that caught the blonde's eye. It was the well-preserved blue bow in his hand.

That's right, this is the body of the man who promised to return.

"N-Natsu Natsu Natsu!!!" Lucy shouted his name over and over. He placed the cat aside and shook the young man's body with his trembling hands. Her tears reached the tip of her chin and hit the ground until it was completely wet. The peach lips couldn't stop moving at this moment.

The inside looks like it's collapsing. Her heart was diving into the dark ocean. Whispers from the past echo in my brain over and over again. Remind her that In the end, even abstract things cannot be held together. Everything has an identity and can fade away at any time. Winter also appears instead of summer. The moon is still hidden from the sky.

Even the sun will eventually burn out. So what do you hope for with this thing called life?

Lucy's world was falling apart, no, it had been in pieces since the day she ran away from home. The only person who put it back together was a man who used ancient magic. He made her meet a new family. Makes you know that everything can be turned into happiness. Let her know she's not alone. There are still many people in this world who are ready to be beside you. Make her familiar with the word expectation.

Hopefully it's just a lie. I hope tomorrow I can see that stupid smile when I wake up. And I hope that these hands won't let you go.

"Damn it, who said you'd come back? Open your eyes, Natsu. Please."

“Please, please open your eyes. Y-Don't tease each other like this, everyone.” There was no reply. Of course, how could a dead person respond to a living person? Even though I don't want to admit it But everything was telling the blonde that Natsu was no longer there to keep those promises.

That was the first and only time he refused to honor his promise.

“If you can't cure it, then don't make promises, Siya. You're crazy. You're the most crazy. Why did you say you'd come back? You're going to find me, aren't you?”

“You are the one who said that we won't end there. It's not like this. Please wake up. Wake up and keep your promise before Sinatsu.” It was a saying when on Tenrou Island. That was another time when she wanted to laugh until her teeth fell out. Why? Even though at that time Natsu was just as scared as she was. So why did he still reach out to her?

Let her know there's tomorrow. Look her in the eye and reassure her it's not a lie.

But probably not this time.

“Don't leave me, Natsu. And like this….why would I stay?”

"Natsu"

“Ah….why did I just now realize this?”

The feeling was strange. I never knew it all along. When we lose, we understand deeply.

-love-

Yes, this was the first time she realized that. Her entire heart was occupied by the man who had entered eternal sleep. Even though I used to think that they were just best friends Even though he was sure that he would fall in love with someone who was perfect in everything. But it's not at all. The person you want to be with

I want to watch each day Just an irritating Dragon Slayer like this guy.

By the time I understood everything, it was too late to tell.

Screams still echoed in the dusty field. The blonde buried her face in the ground. Express your sorrow by pounding your hand on the floor. Until the young lion stopped his actions. He held the girl's head close to his chest. Hug it tightly as if it were a part of you. Loki understood exactly what feelings Lucy was going through right now.

Even though the relationship between the two is that of teammates But who doesn't know that the truth is that both of them have feelings for each other?

Both of them, no matter the time, they will always be in the other's sight.

“Go on, Lucy. There may be others who are still alive.”

“…I-I can't go. I can't,” was the answer that came from the blonde. Lucy herself has lost many people around her, including her mother, father, sister, star god. The only thing that kept her trying to live was because of the promise she made to Natsu. Otherwise, she wouldn't have had the strength to struggle until now.

But when the owner of the contract has already passed away What are you trying to do?

"Lucy," Loki stressed before continuing.

“This old man doesn't want anything else to happen to her. Gotta live. Live to look forward to the future for everyone.” Even though he looks strong But the spirit of the Lion Constellation was not much better than that of its master. He was only trying to resist so that the person in front of him could stand.

If he doesn't depend on her And who will do that job?

When there's nothing left

Lucy was silent for a moment before pulling herself away from Loki. She moved to the same place. Two hands removed a clean colored scarf from around his neck. Carefully put it on the sleeping person. A slender hand reached out and picked up a beautiful colored bow in his hand. It took a while to pry it open.

“You don't have to be so protective of my bow, Natsu. I…have fulfilled my promise. Still-alive,” he finished speaking and bent down to rest his head on his sweet-colored hair. Let the tears fall on those hairs Both hands tried to embrace the cold body. She stayed in that context until she was satisfied.

Who would have thought that the back that walked out to look for other people that day? It will become the last image that we will ever see as a living person.

Lucy carefully tied a blue bow around her right wrist. Let your hair flow with the wind. Images of times spent together piled up until they could not be described. She finally decided to set Natsu's body free. Take the cat and put it in his arms. The last thing he did was bring his forehead down closer like he had done before.

“Without you, there wouldn't be me today.”

"thank you"

Some people got up and left the place. Hide from the creatures above to find the survivor. But in an unexpected moment A group of tiny dragons rushed towards him. Loki and Aquarius rushed out without being summoned.

“Run away Lucy, girl.”

“Go!!” Aquarius shouted again. Returning to her senses, the blonde took off running as fast as she could. Try to protect the two keys that are still with you. -As long as the key is still there The Star God wasn't going anywhere- that was all she knew.

Destiny likes to play tricks. Trampling on people's feelings like garbage.

As the blonde fled in earnest. The hungry dragon quickly swooped down. Sure, she could dodge it….but not completely.

His right arm, which had the guild emblem and key, was stolen.

"Scream!" Lucy screamed, her heart breaking. Pain shot through my body. It must be said that it was her luck that the two keys fell from the dragon's mouth. Even if it ends up being broken into pieces.

At least it's still visible.

The blonde quickly picked up the broken key before running. Even though it hurts, she can't stop. Since you made a vow to yourself to continue living, it doesn't matter how much it hurts again. I just want...I just want to be able to have tomorrow.

-current-

After saying goodbye to Levi's body She ran all the way around the city. What was found was unmistakably like a close friend's brown book. Everywhere there is only death. Crocus has become a city devoid of humans.

The blonde girl wandered until she reached the ruins of the castle. Brown eyes wandered to the door that had brought an end to everyone she loved. -If this door can connect the past and the future Is it possible that she could go back and help everyone as well?- Without delay, as soon as she thought about it, Lucy quickly found a cloth around her body to cover her body. His left hand picked up the shattered fragments of twelve keys and gathered them together.

Tears still flowed from both eyes. But she tried to stay calm. Gather magic power in your palm. Pass it to the key Even though it can't be put back together But this should be enough to use.

Soon she muttered something which caused a golden magic circle to appear. The key shard floated up to the sky. It floated in mid-air for a moment before sitting on the large door. She could feel her magic power rapidly decreasing. His body ached as if he had been hit by a small explosion. That's not a problem.

The large door slowly opened. A bright white light indicates activation. The blonde quickly walked over, not forgetting to turn around and say one last time.

“Wait for me, everyone” did not mean just the citizens and the guild. But it also refers to the star god.

This was the only hope she had left.

Thump!

A figure stepped through the main door in the middle of the night. It had only been a few minutes since the previous day. Due to the enormous amount of magic power being drained, the owner of the body quickly fainted. The peaceful blue sky of the night combined with the pale moonlight told her that she had returned.

Brown eyes opened as light greeted them. She pushed herself up from the ground and held her head again. Try to remember the various events you encountered.

'What day is it today?'

'A….1? 2? 5?'

The conversation from the Lacrima stuck around the city rang out. It heralded a battle between the strongest guilds.

'Really, Magic Games! If you go there you will definitely know.'

As soon as I thought of it The blonde then headed towards the large arena. It didn't take long for camouflage to sneak in. Until finally he stood at the edge of the field.

Brown eyes widened when they heard the announcement of the battle between the four Dragon Slayers. It was a day she had never seen before. She was being treated in the infirmary after her fight with Minerva. And in that hospital room…the first person she met was Natsu. The first sentence would probably be… How are you, Lucy?

'After that, you said yourself that you would win. So what did I say?'

'Ah….that's true, I told you myself that I trusted you from the first day I joined the guild.'

'That day I was telling the truth, Natsu. If it were you...I would definitely be able to do it. And you really can do it'

Clear water ran down your cheeks as you saw the figure of a pink-haired man enter the field. His face was still without a scratch. His eyes were filled with a seriousness that was not often seen. Every word floated through the girl's ears. Let her know that he is fighting with all his might, for her, no, for everyone, until he is victorious.

'When you fought with them, you made a face like this, Natsu.'

'Really like a boss'

When the battle is over The blonde then slowly walked away from the field. She had to prepare to take everyone to the prison beneath the palace. Because tonight will be the last time you see everyone.

-A bar in Crocus-

The fairy tail guild's cheering sound rang out. It's full of happiness. This is the young salamander's victory celebration.

The blonde girl looked at everyone from outside. His left hand rose tremblingly against the door of the bar. Inside were everyone: Erza, Gray, Happy, Master, and even Natsu.

“Maybe it's better not to go in,” she muttered to herself before turning away from the door. Two slender legs walked out quickly.

“Who exactly are you? What's the point?" A voice called out from behind. Turning around, Lucy's eyes widened.

‘True, if it was Jeral….’ She decided to tell the whole story. Preparing a plan in his head and describing it to the blue-haired man. When finished, the two went their separate ways. Even though I don't know the way to the castle, no matter what, I must find a way to the prison gate.

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A blonde girl stood in front of the large doors. She remembered the route from this point to the Eclipse Gate. I won't let it end the same way again.

She sighed heavily. Push the door forward as hard as you can.

Awesome!

That was the same moment that the pink-haired man was running towards the door. But he stopped because the door was opening. The thick figure ended up stumbling and rolling towards his destination instead.

“Oh!” he exclaimed when he saw someone standing in front of him. The reflection of the large veil fluttering in the wind from outside.

“Who are you?” the pink-haired man asked in a soft voice, as if he were not talking to a stranger. It was strange that the visitor felt so familiar. His brows furrowed together in curiosity. When you smell the scent that flows with the wind That made the shock increase even more.

“H-Hey, wait a minute---this smells!” He was sure that the scent he received was the fragrance of light flowers mixed with vanilla. It was the scent of someone he knew very well. So…why does the person in front of me have the same smell?

'No way, this smell is…'

"Natsu...I'm sorry," the cloaked figure said in a sobbing voice. But that short sentence made the pink-haired man swallow hard. This is not wishful thinking. But the person in front of me…why…?

“Here you are.”

“Please lend me your strength,” the cloaked figure interrupted. His left hand rose to wipe away tears from his face.

“Eh, that voice,” Yukino said in confusion. She herself was confident that the voice in front of her had returned to someone close to her. Even though I don't understand why it is like that. But this definitely isn't a coincidence.

“What do you mean?” Mirajane said, taking a half step back. The voice from the mysterious figure made her quite confused. Yes, it was the same voice as the owner of the figure standing in front of her.

“What……..or what?” Wendy herself was another person who did not understand what was going on. But if nothing goes wrong The person in the robe was the same person she had come to help.

"You are," Loki rolled his eyes in confusion. Actually, the young lion had known since the other party had stepped in, so he wasn't sure. Well, with the magic power radiating out, It happened to be the same trend as his master. Not knowing would be quite strange.

"Wait, it's you." Lucy, who had just been rescued, looked confused. Why did this person's voice sound so unmistakably like hers?

A blonde girl from the future took off her hood. Brown eyes turned downward in discomfort. It wasn't unusual for everyone to question her existence. After all, there would be two Lucys. Where is it possible?

“Lie!” Lucy from this moment shouted in shock. Brown's eyes widened as she realized what she thought was true. In front of her was another herself.

"Lucy," Natsu continued to speak in a softer tone once again. It wasn't that he wasn't shocked. But as soon as I saw the tears His brain ordered him to be as conscious as possible.

“Eh”

“There are two Lucys, what? Like Edoras?” The blue cat's expression exceeded expectations. Turn to the two Existents next to you.

"No, it doesn't seem that easy," Lily said, crossing her arms over her chest. Shaking my head back and forth with a strange feeling But only the cat girl retreated. What is this? Her head was full of questions. Or is it about the vision she saw?

“I come from the future,” the visitor said honestly. Pray that the group of people in front of you will believe in their words.

“Huh??” A short exclamation followed by many questions. But the blonde visitor couldn't resist for long. I don't know if it was because of accumulated fatigue or what. But for a little while longer, she probably wouldn't be able to maintain her composure.

“Please, help me, this country will soon--” and her consciousness completely disappeared.

The others were shocked by the horrors they encountered. Only the pink-haired man went straight to the girl. Carrying her body over his shoulder I don't know what happened. I don't even know if this is a fake or not. But he just couldn't leave it alone.

while a thin body rests on the shoulder The first thing Natsu felt was that he had lost more weight than usual. He was the person who knew Lucy best. I've held you countless times. But there was never a time when it was truly this depressing.

'Why exactly are you in this state…Lucy?'

In the large castle, a group of lost people carried the two sleeping figures into a hall. Place them both in an area not too far apart. We talked for a while. It wasn't long before the blonde girl from the future opened her eyes.

“W-This is?”

"I don't know. It looks like a palace dining room," the black cat said, crossing his arms casually. To be honest, he still didn't believe in this Lucy very much.

“Still in the palace,” she said in a hopeless tone again.

“I can remember now. When we escaped from that hell palace Everyone was captured by the kingdom's soldiers-------” She told him everything she could remember. Starting from coming out of the underground palace. Until the time the dragons invaded. without being able to do anything

Many criticisms came from familiar members.

“Eh, what is this? Gotta get ready." Natsu said, running around like he was insane. Carrying belongings as if going to fight on a national level

“Do you-believe it or not?”

“Are you lying?” the pink-haired man repeated with a curious look on his face. Praying that she would say - yes. It's a lie-

But the real world isn't that beautiful.

“No, it's just that this kind of thing...I don't think anyone will believe it.”

“Then why are you suspicious of Lucy?” The short sentence made the blonde look up. When his eyes met, he felt as if he were absorbed into a trance.

Small conversations continued to be heard from those around him. Until Charles' question

“What about our future?” Future Lucy's answer was only silence and a dejected expression. The images she found in that world kept popping up in a loop. It would be a lifeless Mirajane in the arms of Elfman and Lisanna. Yukino who passed away before my eyes Exist, who only saw part of his body, too.

“Charles, I can guess,” the sky girl said as she looked at the newcomer. I respected the strength of the young woman in front of me with all my heart. Because seeing everyone leave is not a joy. who still resists coming back here It is considered great courage.

“Sorry, because I didn't prepare from the future. I don't know what to do to avoid it. Lucy said in a trembling voice again. I want to hit my head on the ground until it disappears. That's if she had prepared more. If he didn't lose his mind and almost do something stupid. She may have succeeded in fixing the future.

“I'm really sorry, why am I here? I don't know what to do. Wandering around the city.” His sweet face was still lost in his thoughts. The sacrifice she encountered A scream echoed in my ears. The torturous feeling of being bound by those chains kept driving her insane. Only Natsu's voice in her memory made her dare not disappear.

“No.” The short words from the Flaming Dragon Slayer caught everyone's eyes. Natsu smiled confidently.

“What are we going to do now?” A burly figure moved forward. Step by step, little by little Bend down to one knee. He placed his right hand on top of his blonde hair. Move your face until your forehead is close together. The blonde watched the action with watery eyes. Every action is overlapped when making a vow. It was as if he had been dragged into the last moment of their conversation.

“Thank you for what you do for our future.”

“The future will definitely change.” Natsu's words were like magic. They were slowly dissolving the fear of every situation that was going on in the girl's head. It's strange to say. They were just words that were said when making a promise. But why? Why do you still trust the words of the person in front of you so much?

Because he's Natsu.

All traveled from the original point. Skip to a new destination But they met with the soldiers and mages of the palace. The battle resumed.

Until he came in

-Rogue from the Future- A man who has almost completely changed. People who are completely overcome by hopelessness from the future.

The palace soldiers and mages were drawn into the shadows. The Natsu retreated and tried to sleep from the absorption.

"How nostalgic, Natsu Dragneel. I come from a future far away from this time…..Rogue, by the way." But then Rogue explained how to use the gate he created to fool everyone. and tells of the person who will destroy the door After discussing this issue for a while The pink haired man spoke up.

“So, who is it?” The man from the future gave a terrifying smile. He raised his hand slightly in front of him. Quickly release your magic power.

"It's you, Lucy Heartfilia." A large shadow floated towards the thin figure. Everyone was stunned for a moment.

"Lucy!!" Natsu shouted. He reached out and tried to intervene. But the shadow magic was faster than the physical one. It barely let go of his finger until

Thump!

Because the girl from the future moves faster. Two legs leapt to block the magic and it stuck itself in the middle of the body. She floated in mid-air before falling to the ground, making a sound.

“Lucy!” The blue cat rushed towards the person who received the magic. The small heart in his chest beats so fast that it feels like it's about to burst out.

"What? There are two Lucys?" Rogue said with a worried look on his face. This was different from what he had thought. But what about it? No matter what, the blonde had to be defeated. For the friends who lost For all the suffering that I have to endure

“I never…closed the door,” the recipient of her magic said in a trembling voice. What the hell are you closing the door for? Since she was in the palace until she lost almost everything.

“I already know. I wouldn't do that. Why? Protect yourself?"

“Because you are me in the past, if you die, I will disappear anyway. Dying while seeing yourself is strange."

"I-Me too. Don't die."

The two girls exchanged soft words between each other. A sweet tone was transmitted to the entity during this time. That short sentence made the person listening helpless.

-Protect Natsu. He is..more important to us than you think-

“Healing magic,” Lily blurted, turning towards the sky girl. But what he found was Wendy who was raising her hand to wipe away her tears.

“That wound is too deep to heal,” was Charles' reply. She knew that her best friend didn't want to admit the truth.

What made everyone tremble was the words of the figure who was about to die.

“No need to, just seeing everyone again. Even though I thought I wouldn't meet him, that was enough.”

"Lucy, no, don't die," Happy said, hugging him tightly. Use a small hand to cover the left slender hand that is free from the cloth.

“I in this era, no, in this world, will continue to live with everyone. Don't be sad." Brown eyes narrowed again. If this leave allowed her to be with everyone who had left before. It's not bad to run out of breath.

“Sad, be it this world or any other world. No matter what anyone says Lucy is Lucy. Let's be friends. You must be sad.” His sweet face could only smile. She turned her head towards her past self to see what had been taken away.

“Here, can I see the guild symbol?”

When two hands touch Lucy at this moment suddenly realized why she couldn't see this woman fighting. Why didn't this woman even protect herself?

“Here you are, your right hand is…” That's what she found. Your future self will probably be in a lot of pain. Since the guild's second home was stolen and never returned, Even the symbols that confirmed that they once spent time together have not remained.

The pink haired man opened his eyes wide. Yesterday when a young woman proudly held up a symbol popped up in my brain to greet me. Even though at that time I really didn't intend to remember. But at this time, it was clearer than anything he had ever experienced.

“I really want more adventure-- more. Protect…the future.” The last sentence was the last thing that was said. Before the girl from the future enters a long period of peace

And that was what made the pink-haired man know how important the blonde was to him.

Anger coursed through his blood. It ordered him to use everything he had to protect what she had asked for. What future is that? If Lucy wishes Even if you have to destroy the entire world No matter what the exchange is He will make it come true for you.

And the pink-haired man succeeded in doing it. He fights with his friend Igneel, the fire dragon. Have the other dragon lose control until the gate is destroyed.

The lifeless body glowed. Golden mist covered the surrounding area. Surround and lead you to your destination.

'So warm, can death be this warm?'

Brown eyes opened as a breeze passed by. The first thing that was seen was a field of gold as far as the eye could see. The sweet face turned left and right all around. Consider the place where you are.

“Where am I?” But then a feeling made him look down at his right hand. Her breath came out suddenly. When she found out that the guild symbol had never left her.

When he regained consciousness, he pushed himself up. The two legs moved forward little by little.

“Hey Lucy!” a familiar voice called from behind. Her legs stopped moving. I'm in two minds about whether to turn around or continue walking. Because if there is nothing there That truth will crush you into dust.

Once she had made up her mind, she took a deep breath. He held his breath before turning around nervously. What was found was a group of very familiar shadows. Everyone stood around as if waiting for her return.

“Come quickly,” the owner of the first voice said. A wide smile adorned his sharp face.

“Everyone is waiting,” a small cat's voice interrupted. before the first man ran towards her. He offered the same pair of hands without hesitation.

“Come, our adventure. It's not over yet.” It was like I was in a dream. Clear water poured from the eyes. She reached out to answer. That warmth is real. This is not a dream. she is here their time

“Yes,” she replied before reaching out to shake it. Two figures ran towards the remaining people.

The pink-haired man squeezed a pair of beautiful hands tightly. The moment he died is still stuck in my head. At that time he was just about to return to Lucy with Gray and Erza. But there were more dragons than expected. He had to endure seeing his friend leave without saying goodbye. And finally His injured body was hit by a large rock.

The final consciousness, although faint But the promise he made was so clear that he thought he had just said it. Natsu at that time could only hold onto the blue bow tightly. Tell yourself that you must survive to return to its owner. Because if he isn't there Who's going to tell her everything's going to be okay? Who will hug you if you're sad? And who will make her feel confident in herself?

To resist to the utmost of my ability But the body cannot make it come true. Natsu could only cry. Sending out apologies even though Lucy would never hear them. He missed her….until the last breath he had.

When he found out that he had come back to life The first word that came out of his mouth was the blonde's name. Those black eyes swept in all directions. His two legs flew without paying attention to his surroundings. He saw everyone, his guild mates, soldiers, familiar citizens. The only missing figures were the ones he met.

If this was heaven If Lucy wasn't found then she didn't die. That's enough. You don't have to meet. I just want Lucy to be safe. Even if it has to fall apart, I'm happy.

But Levi suddenly walked towards him. Tell them about their assumptions. This might not be death. It must be somewhere in this world. A place where everyone can wait for Lucy to come back to them. Because the lady changed the timeline. So some things have changed. Even if it's just a thought But that was enough to make the Flaming Dragon Slayer shed tears.

After that, he had been waiting forever. Every time the second hand moves, it is the same time that the memories increase.

Until finally she came back

I don't know how to explain it. But Natsu couldn't stop the joy that overflowed from his heart.

When reaching everyone The two youths did not give up their hands, instead, their hands tightened more and more tightly. Two pairs of eyes turned to meet each other. Send messages that don't need to be spoken.

“I told you I would find you along with everyone. Thank you for believing in me.”

“I've already told you this. That I… believed in you from day one. Thank you for keeping your promise.”

“No need, you are the one who made it come true.”

-That's it, we won't end up here-

-We will be together from today and forever-

-I promise-

Believe in me

It's finished. Nice to see you all again. Actually, this chapter has been secretly written for a while. Going back and forth for only the first half But it was never finished. But today it's over! Mission completed!! If it's not good or strange, I'm sorry. Hope everyone likes it.

The starting point of this one is Chapter 198 - Every Golden Grass -,

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Sure enough! It was a scene where Wright burst into tears over and over. The warmest was when Natsu ran up to Lucy and held out his hand. The legendary scene is the forehead-butt scene in both

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And in the story (just one episode) it was a scene that Wright felt was like this. Natsu's double standards If it were anyone else, our destroyer wouldn't have done this. What about Lucy was always important to the youngster? Want to protect the future? I'll do it right away. Want to look at the stars? Just take me up. Want an adventure? Come on, let's go together.

Especially in the scene where Lucy in the future dies, it can be seen that in

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Natsu's, our little girl is very beautiful. It's so beautiful it almost has a sparkle coming out of it. //Cut back to the first season. Oh, you still don't care about Wright's daughter at all. It's like spending all this time together makes them more special to each other every day. A group of cheerleaders like us almost ran around town screaming. The two of you can stay together!

Right now, Wright will find a new drama for you!

P.S. For anyone who just got to know Wright because of this story. You can go back and read your old work. //almost offered Especially about the rose-colored love curse. That one is Wright's number one. I didn't think I'd be able to write like that.//Phumjai A-Let's just say that if anyone likes Mama, they can still follow other stories as well. There's mama in everything. Haha.

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