~Lucy's Pov Still~ 

We had returned to the church with a knocked out Hades, this alone granting both Mirajane and Laxus entry into the base. Everyone was cheering on the fact we took down the rebels most hated enemy while some people soon noticed Meredy was in cuffs, being dragged along by Jellal. Many were in shock and horror seeing and understanding she was the mole this whole time. Laxus, Natsu and Gray all forced me to rest for the rest of that day until the next morning. The three of them teamed up on me.

Which was really unfair! Like REALLY unfair. I had no choice at all but to rest but it didn't take me long to pass out and sleep. When it came to morning, I was fine. My body wasn't in any more pain nor was there any bruises from the battle. I got changed into a sleeveless purple top with brown bottoms and boots. I lastly placed my hair into high pigtails using purple ribbon to hold them up. I headed out of my room to see the place was loud, busy and filled with life. I headed straight to the cafeteria to see Laxus, Mirajane, Erza and Gray were all at a table.

It was very easy to see my brother along with Erza was throwing questions at Gray who looked troubled and struggling to answer them. I went to head over until I heard Levy shout my name. I turned my head to see her waving at me, sitting with Juvia and Gajeel. I couldn't help but smile moving over to their table instead, sitting next to Levy. "So Bunny-Girl your maiden battle was with Precht himself huh?" Gajeel asked loudly looking as if he was impressed with me. Levy snapped at him to 'be nice' while I looked confused, which was normal.

"Maiden Battle?" I asked getting Juvia to giggle and hug my arm. I was shocked by her sudden movement but it only made me smile again. Having friends was still very new to me but I really couldn't help but enjoy it. "Gajeel-Kun means Lucy-Sama's first real battle" Juvia then answered getting me to nod. Thankfully my friends didn't mind explaining things to me. I was still very new to all of this. Gajeel gave out a laugh while Levy smiled brightly at me. "At least you're alright and not hurt Lu" Levy spoke getting me to thank her. 

"Levy-Kun is right. Juvia is also very happy Lucy-Sama is safe!" Juvia nearly shouted getting me to thank her as well. Gajeel only pointed out Natsu wouldn't let anyone touch me getting Levy to elbow him in the chest to shut him up. I almost let out a laugh until Levy soon dragged the four of us into a conversation about Meredy. Juvia's face dropped in a second. "Meredy is Juvia's adopted little sister" Juvia then informed me. I couldn't help but be in shock and worry. I was the first to ask how Juvia was doing and feeling.

Juvia's eyes only started to water. "Juvia doesn't understand. Why would Meredy betray Juvia and everyone else" Juvia spoke before bursting into tears. Many looked this way and even spoke up to Juvia, letting her know they were by her side. Everyone letting her know that they feel the same way and we're going to find out everything. I ended up hugging Juvia while she kept crying. Levy looked at her worried while Gajeel went quiet, closing his eyes. "Speaking of Meredy, no one knows what happened to the others of Jellal's team" someone spoke on a nearby table.

"Yeah I can't help but worry for em, Jellal and Natsu both had pale and fearful faces when dealing with Meredy and Gildarts" someone else replied starting off a giant talk involving everyone in the room. Gajeel's eyes opened while looking around. He soon stood up onto his feet, shouting at everyone to 'shut it'. It made everyone listen and look at him. "None of us know jack shit yet, wait until we heard the report before we all start spreading the wrong crap" Gajeel then nearly shouted.

Everyone was soon agreeing with him, even saying sorry. "Flame-Brain, Jellal and Gildarts will let us know what's what, we just have to wait and put our faith in em" Gajeel then spoke getting people to agree once again. Levy smiled at the Demon Dragon getting his face to blush. Juvia was even calming down while hugging me back. Everyone had returned to their normal talks while eating. "Gajeel and I will get the food" Levy spoke getting me to nod. The two soon got up, heading to grab us all something to eat. 

"Juvia is sorry for causing a scene" Juvia whispered getting me to only shake my head slightly. I informed her she didn't do anything wrong. She pulled away from the hug before wiping her eyes. Wasn't long until Gray and Mirajane had moved over to our table. "You look paler than snow" I spoke looking at Gray who rubbed the back of his neck. Mirajane only giggled letting me know it was my brother's fault Gray was like that. I only sighed mumbling 'should have guessed'. Mirajane then giggled as Juvia moved closer to me in her shy nature. 

"Juvia you know Gray a bit, the other person is Mirajane" I then let her know, understanding how she was feeling more than anyone. Juvia gave a wave while Mirajane only gave her a kind and sweet smile. Gray soon mumbled about Laxus was going to kill him. I only raised an eyebrow at him confused. "Don't listen to him, Laxus is just upset he won't answer certain questions" Mirajane then spoke and explained to me what was going on. I had a strong feeling the questions were not just about me.

Hades knew what I was and even said it out loud to everyone. Erza and Jellal both didn't know a thing. Erza most likely told Laxus and even questioned him about it. Jellal was most likely doing the same with Natsu and Gildarts. It wasn't long until Levy and Gajeel came back. Mirajane introducing herself to the two of them. Levy smiled welcoming Mirajane to the building while Gajeel sat down and yawned. I turned my head to see both Erza and my brother missing from the table they were sitting out. 

Where did they go?