TWO WEEKS LATER

Lucy's POV

It's been two weeks and things seem to be getting better. My relationship with Natsu has gotten way better. We also went out to get a ring, since his idiotic self forgot to buy one before proposing. He claims that he wasn't planning on it and that the moment 'felt right', but I know he was just giving an excuse on his procrastination. I let it slide though.

My ring was a light pink oval-shaped crystal, with 4 miniature white diamonds on each side, decorating the ring band. Natsu had a plain silver ring, that he claimed was so stylish. He probably just didn't want to be to girly but oh well.

We went out more, Natsu even started coming home earlier. We were both so happy, spending time with each other. With all the recent stress, we both forgot how much we enjoyed each other's company.

Right now, Natsu was at work and I was getting ready to meet with my best friend, Levy. She was the only one I kept in contact with after High School. We haven't talked in ages though. I was sitting in the café all alone, and decided to text Natsu.

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                                                                                                                                        Me:
Hey. You there?

Fiancé❤️:
Yeah, I'm here Luce
Need anything?

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No, just checking in <3.
Can we go out later?

Fiancé❤️: Sure, where to?

Me:
I don't have a preference.
As long as it's with you. ✨

Fiancé❤️:
How about the sewers?
                                                                                                                                                                                            Me:
You know what I mean                                                                                                                                                        Natsu!

Fiancé❤️:
Hehe, I know. I'm just playin'
around Luce ❤️ ________________________

I smile. I'm about to respond before I hear a familiar voice. "Dang, who are you talking to that's making you blush this much?" Levy teases. I get up and hug the small frame. "Levy! What took you so long!" I cross my arms. "Sorry, I was a little busy..." I study her and notice her neck seems more blended in than normal. I look back at her eyes. "So who'd you do it with?" I stare at her.

"W-What!?"

"Don't pretend you don't know Levy. I see the foundation you used to cover your hickeys up." Levy blushes a dark red. "Luc-, Lucinda!" I laugh. "Jeez, your weren't named one of the smartest for nothing." I smile. Levy did know about me. I told her everything, well except for my relationship.

We chat for awhile, catching up, before something brings up Levy's attention. "Hey, I don't remember you having that ring...." Levy stares at it. "Oh this? I just found it at a Blair's and thought it was really cute." I lie. "You'll have to show me sometime, it's really pretty." Levy smiles.

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We say our goodbye's and I head home, where Natsu's waiting for me.

"Took you long enough" He smirks. "I saw you driving past on my walk home. The café isn't that far from home. You just got here." I answer matter-of-factly. "Alright, Alright. We're even." Natsu grins. I look at him in awe before letting it go. "So where should we go?" I ask.

"Hmm... there's an outlet nearby, we could go there?" Natsu suggests.

"I'm in."

We hop in the car and head to the outlet, which is about 24 minutes away. We walk around and go window shopping for most of the time before stopping to get some ice cream. "You have a milk moustache..." I say to Natsu while we sit down on the bench and eat our ice cream.

"Wouldn't it be called an Ice Cream moustache? It is ice cream.." He ponders while I wipe it for him.

"Ice cream is made out of milk Natsu, so both would technically be correct, but the term Milk Moustache is used more."

"Ugh, I'm getting a headache just thinking about it. It sounds exactly like High School Statistics..." Natsu groans. I giggle and bend over to kiss his cheek. I was about to start cleaning up and throwing my trash away when I hear a voice from behind me. "Wow that's a nice view. Mind doing it for me again, Dumb Blonde?" I hear a guy whistle from behind me.

I stand there. I'm in too much shock to speak. Did that guy just talk to me like that? And call me a dumb blonde? Before I can open my mouth, Natsu growls from behind me. "Back off." He glares and the unknown guy. "Why? Who are you anyways? You probably got friend-zoned. Now get out of my way." The guy steps closer to me. "Your not half bad. At least it's something I could grab." I could feel Natsu get extremely angry. I was still in shock. I knew I would regret not saying anything, but I couldn't seem to form words. I didn't want to. "I said back off."

"Why? She can answer for herself, can't she?" He snickers before leaning in to my face. "So 'whaddya say Blondie? Want to get out of here?" He licks his lips creepily. I shiver. "I... I don't.."

"Come on, it'll be fun!" He reaches out for me, aiming for my waist and lower back. But before he could, Natsu took my hand and dragged me away.

We went to the car. He then let go and I walked to my side, getting in. I was speechless throughout the whole ride. I had been verbally abused when I was younger, but never by someone who wasn't my dad. No one had ever spoken to me like that because of my body. Sure, I've been catcalled, but someone actually coming up to me and insisting it? That's a bit scary. I'm just glad Natsu was there.

We arrive at home and get out of the car silently. When we're finally inside, I break the silence. "H-hey. I'm sorry. I couldn't say anything and our date was ruined..." I trail off."...I haven't changed since High School, have I? I'm still the same weak person..." Natsu shakes his head, already looking in the fridge for food. Does he ever get full?

"Don't say that Luce... I've told you already about High School.." He gives up his search, and walks over to me. When he gets close enough I pin him to the wall.

"....Can I.... make it up to you?"

Natsu turns around and lifts me up, wrapping my legs around him. I wrap my arms around his neck. He then presses his forehead to mine. "You don't owe me anything. None of that was your fault..." He whispers, with his eyes closed. "But I wouldn't mind getting that favor you suggested.." He opens his eyes and smirks. "You pervert.." I mumble before closing the gap between us.

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The next morning was a sunny one as I found myself lying on Natsu's chest. I could tell he was awake too, because he wasn't taking deep breaths. "I don't have to go to work will 12pm today..." Natsu trails off. I move so that I'm facing him. "So we can finally have a good morning?" I say excitedly. "Not quite..." Natsu smirks. I didn't know why at first till I felt a hand going up my thigh. "No Natsu! We are not spending our one morning together having sex!" I exclaim. "But why? You don't seem to be stopping me..." Natsu's smirk grows bigger. "N-natsu, you-" I try to talk to him before giving up.

After about an hour of our, er, activities; we fall asleep. We napped for 30 minutes before I'm up again. "Mmmnngh.. that... wasn't so bad.." I murmur, a bit grogy. "Ready for more?" Natsu smirks. "Man, you never run out of energy when it comes to stuff like this, do you?" I huff. "Nope. But I'll let you free for now, I'm hungry." I roll my eyes. "When are you not?" He chuckles.

"Wanna go out and eat at one of the café's?" Natsu suggests. "I would but..." I get away from Natsu's grasps and push myself off the bed, only to fall right back on it. "I'm way to sore, thanks to you.." I pout. "Oh, heh, sorry." Natsu scratches the back of his head. "I'll just get you breakfast and bring it back up."

"Really?!" My eyes sparkle. He shrugs his shoulders. "Yeah, Luce." I squeal and hug him. "Thank you!"

Half an hour later, he comes back with a Dragon Fruit Lemonade and a few croissants from Starbricks. "Thanks again."

"No problem, it's the least I could do for taking away the motion from your legs." Natsu giggles and I pout. "Pervert." He holds his hands up in innocence.

We eat our breakfast, enjoying each other's company until Natsu gets a call.

"Hello?"

"Yeah?"

"Oh."

"Alright, I'll be right over."

Natsu ends the call. "I have to go Luce, rest easy for me, k?" I nod and kiss him before he leaves.

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Natsu's POV

I walk into the building and see the 3 heads; Gray, Jellal, and Gajeel. They look at me when I get here. "What happened?" I ask impatiently. Cutting into my time would have to have a good reason. "It's Juvia's group. They found out where the base is..." Gray starts.

"They attacked?"

"No, some men were patrolling and caught someone trying to deliver a letter to you. They took the letter and let the person go free, putting a tracker on him. Fortunately he was an idiot and went straight back to his base." I nod, taking in the information.

"Did they raid it?" I ask. "Yeah, everything's done, it's just..."

"Just what Gray?!"

"It might be linked to the Sabertooth Mafia."