Lucy P.O.V

Last Day Before Winter Break

I was sitting at my desk after class, daydreaming about Christmas. This year...I have Natsu to spend it with.

I giggled out of happiness at the thought. I finally decided to walk out of the classroom to see Juvia outside, waiting for me.

"Hey juvia, sorry to keep you waiting."

"It's not a problem."

As usual, my eyes slowly traveled down to look at her belly, and the huge sweater I had seen her wear a month ago, was now tight around her belly.

Her belly looks huge...how could it have gotten so big in just a month?

"Is something wrong?" she asked in confusion.

"Juvia, how many weeks has it been?"

"Huh? Oh...uh... seventeen, I think. "

"Hm, let's go to the bathroom real quick."

"O-okay..."

We walked over to the bathroom, and we made sure no one was there. "Juvia, take off your sweater."

"Why?"

"I'm just a little concerned."

"Concerned?" she asked as she took off the sweater.

I quickly took out my phone and foogled the size of a 17 week pregnant belly.

"Just as I thought."

"What is it?" She asked as she rubbed her half covered belly.

"Juvia, can you stand to the side and show me your belly?"

"Sure...." she answered awkwardly.

I placed my phone next to her to compare her with the picture.

"Looks like my hunch is correct."

"Huh? Why? What's wrong Lucy?"

I showed her my phone. "Look at the third month. Your belly's bigger than that...it looks more like month six."

She grabbed my phone and compared it with hers as she looked in the mirror. Then she looked back at me concerned.

"I don't think you can hide your belly anymore...because at the rate you're going, by month 4 you won't be able to wear your clothes anymore. I mean, your shirts only cover half of your belly now."

"Oh no..." she whispered as she began to cry.

I slowly brought my arms around her and sighed. "Don't worry Juvia...you'll be fine..."

We then walked out of the bathroom to see the student council president walking by. He looked at us in shock and quickly turned away, making his way down the hall as if he were trying to hide something.

***

Juvia P.O.V

I was walking to my next class when someone Lyon ran up to me, holding a bouquet of flowers.

"Juvia-san!" he yelled.

I looked at him confused, "What is it Lyon?"

"Someone told me to give this to you."

He then passed me the giant bouquet of flowers. "Who was it?"

"The guy that gave it to me was some kid from our class, but he told me someone else had asked him to bring me the flowers so I could give it to you. So I dunno who the original guy was."

Someone else...? Who would do that?

I slowly brought the flowers to my nose and breathed in the sweet scent. Maybe my luck's changing...

***

Loke P.O.V

"Loke~ We're gonna go out today, right?"

"What?! Loke's going out with me today!"

Then all of the girls around me began to yell at each other in anger.

"Girls Girls...calm down. I'll make room for all of you."

This is getting annoying...

"But Loke!" they all whined.

"Shh..." I whispered, trying to calm them down.

"Loke!"

I quickly turned around to see Erza. "Oh! If it isn't the violent redhead."

Thank god.

"Loke, tell your girls to go to class."

I smiled and looked at them: "You heard the violent redhead, go to class."

"Awww~" they complained in unison.

"Go girls," I said softly.

"Yes Loke..." They all walked away with their heads to the ground. Once they were all out of sight, I made my way towards Erza.

"You needed me?"

"Yes."

"For what?" I asked while I took out a mirror to fix my hair.

"How long are you going to keep doing this? This needs to stop, Loke."

I frowned and looked up at her. "What do you mean?"

"Loke, you can't keep hiding it from people. I called you over because I saw how uncomfortable you looked around them."

I rolled my eyes and retorted, "Why are you suddenly so concerned?"

"Be-"

"What I do is none of your concern. See ya violent redhead."

"Loke!"

***

Afterschool

Juvia P.O.V

I was packing my stuff when another one of my classmates walked up to me. "Juvia, there's a guy outside the classroom that's waiting for you."

"Huh?"

"Oh! And he asked me to give this to you." She then passed me a small box of chocolates.

I took the chocolates from her hands in confusion and looked at it. First the flowers and now this...and there's someone outside...?

I packed everything up and grabbed the bouquet. I walked outside to see the student council president: leaning against the wall.

Why's he here?

I then waved at him shyly and began to walk away, trying to find the supposed guy waiting for me.

"Juvia!"

I then turned back to see Gray calling me. "Y-yes?"

"Juvia, can I talk to you...privately?"

***

We ended up at a coffee shop. We sat across from each other, hoping to lessen the awkwardness, but the air around us was still uncomfortable.

I haven't spoken to him since that time in October...

I sat there with a cup of water, afraid to drink coffee because of my circumstances. Why did he want to talk to me now?

"Juvia, do you remember when we last spoke about the party...?"

"Yeah...?"

He looked away from me and towards the table in guilt. His grip that held onto his coffee tightened. "Juvia...I have something to tell you..."

***

Loke P.O.V

Someone like me will never be loved back, especially not from him, Dragneel Sensei.

When I first transferred to this school, I saw him, Dragneel Sensei, teaching a class as the principal showed me around the school. He was charming. His hair was a unique color and his smile was wholehearted and pure, a smile I never thought anyone would have. I fell in love with him at first sight.

But loving him was taboo. Not only was he a teacher but also a man. I never once thought about approaching him, but when I saw him together with Lucy, I thought maybe I could be brave like her.

I know he won't ever love me, but just this once, I want him to have his gaze towards me and only me, even if it's just for an instance.

I walked towards Dragneel sensei's classroom. Standing in front of the door, I took a deep breath, trying to summon all my courage. Once I was ready, I opened the door to see him working at his desk.

"Yo, sensei."

"What do you want Loke-san?" He asked while focusing on his work.

"Nothing, just saying hi."

I sat on one of the desks and looked around the classroom. I then looked out the door that I left open, to see if she was coming.

I want her to be as jealous as I was when I saw them together.

I smiled slyly and then began to move the desk as I sat on it.

"Loke, you're going to fall."

"Nah, I'm good."

I began to shake the desk harder and eventually fell.

"Loke!" he yelled while running up to me. His eyes were all on me. He showed genuine concern for me, and it made my heart skip. I loved him, and I wish I could do more to be with him.

He went to grab my hand to help me up, but instead, I pulled him down, causing him to fall on top of me. I caressed his face with affection, happy that he would actually be concerned for me despite everything I did.

This man is beautiful inside and out...but a fool for always forgiving those who hurt him.

"Loke, what're you doing?!" I shouted I embarrassment.

I quickly glanced out the door to see if she was coming, and heard footsteps in the distance. That's her.

I sighed and pushed him off of me. "Geez, what do you think you're doing?" I acted.

He quickly stood up and passed me his hand as he looked away, flustered about the situation we were in not so long ago. "Be careful next time..."

He really is a foolish man...

I took his hand in mine and stood up. And because of your foolishness, you get taken advantage of.

He was about to walk away when I grabbed him by his tie to make him stay. "What the hell?!" he yelled.

I then forced him to face me. "Sensei, what do you think of men?" I asked seductively.

"What?"

I quickly looked out the door to see Lucy about to walk in. I smiled and quickly placed my lips on his.

I'm sorry for controlling you, but I just want this small moment of happiness that you give me.

Lucy P.O.V

I was making my way into Natsu's classroom when I saw Loke kissing Natsu passionately. His face was full of love for him, but Natsu's was shocked.

Loke...? Is he-?!

I quickly ran into the room and pushed Loke away from him.

"What do you think you're doing?!" I shouted angrily.

He gave me a sly smile and spoke with a mocking tone, "Me~? I didn't do anything. Besides, why're you so upset? He's like an uncle to you, right~?" His chuckle made my blood boil, and I couldn't bring myself to say anything.

I wanna kick his face in!

I rolled my eyes and quickly grabbed ahold of Natsu's hand, pulling him out of the classroom.

"Lucy, I can explain-!"

"Save it!"

***

I pulled him all the way to the parking lot. It was late, so everyone had left already to enjoy their winter vacation. It was only us two in the parking lot, and my anger couldn't contain it's self until we got into the car.

"What the hell was that?!" I shouted furiously in the middle of the parking lot.

"I don't know! He just-"

"Shh! I don't want to hear it!"

"You just asked me-"

"Shh!"

"I'm trying to-"

"Shh!"

"Ughh! Lucy!"

I grabbed his car keys and opened the doors. I let myself into the passenger seat and placed the keys in the ignition.

He then came into the car with a sigh. "Lucy, I'm trying to tell you--!"

"Are you gay? Cuz If you are, then tell me now, so I won't have to cry later."

What am I saying?!

"No, I'm not gay. I'm really straight. If anything, he's the gay one. He came onto me!"

"Loke? Gay? He's the playboy of the school! How could the womanizing pervert be gay?!"

"I dunno, but I'm telling you the truth, Lucy!"

I crossed my arms and rolled my eyes as I looked out the window. "Whatever...just drive."

He sighed as he backed out of the parking lot and began to drive me home.

I went silent because I knew he was right. Loke had to have been gay because the way he looked at Natsu was the same way I looked at him.

***

We reached my apartment, and he parked in front of my building. I sat in the passenger seat with my arms folded in anger.

"Are you still mad at me?"

"I don't know, you tell me."

"Lucy..."

"Stay with me."

"Huh?"

"I'll forgive you if you live with me for the whole break."

I saw him slowly grow a smile, and I couldn't hold my smile back any longer. "You're one sly girl," he said.

I looked at him, and we both smiled at each other. He then leaned towards me and kissed me passionately. As we broke our kiss, he placed his forehead on mine, whispering to me sweetly, "Of course I'll stay with you."

I giggled happily and went in to peck his lips. "I love you, Natsu."