Final Chapter- Now We're Friends
Sting gave me a piggyback ride all the way back to the guild. He was surprisingly comfortable. He told me how Sabertooth was becoming a better guild, and changing some of their ways. I enjoyed listening. It was nice hearing how others can recover. I didn't plan on it, but I lay on his shoulder all the way to the guild. I was tired.
''Silver, wake up, we're here.'' he said.
I hoped off his back and smiled, ''Thank you Sting.''
''No problem. I'll see you tomorrow.''
''Tomorrow?'' I asked.
''To pick up the cake and the big party, the old man's birthday.''
I froze. I had totally forgotten. Ugh, if it weren't for Sting I would have forgotten all about the cake! I thought. ''O-oh my god! I forgot! What am I gonna do, I have to get the guest list ready, and help with the setup, and –''
''Calm down'', Sting said cutting me off. He sighed, and looked at me. ''I'll help you with your list or whatever.''
''Y-you will?'' He nodded.
''After we pick up the cake I'll help with your other stuff, okay?''
''Okay'', I said relieved.
I waved goodbye as I watched Sting leave in the other direction. Lately Sting has been acting really nice, and it's good but also suspicious. I entered the guild to see everyone busy. I had forgotten that Master was out of town today. So today was the best day to get the party things done. Levy was almost done with the decorations, Lucy was attempting to stop Gajeel from singing, Erza was cooking meatballs, ramen, roast pig, soups, etc. It smelt so good. Gray, Elfman, and Natsu and Happy were at the park setting things up. It was all perfect. Master will definitely be happy!
I gave Cana the list of liquor Master liked, and she went off to buy them. Cana will be working the bar at the party, which she was really happy about. Now all that was left for me to do was pick up the cake, and count all guest that would be coming. I sort of felt excited that Sting was helping me. But I couldn't bring myself to call him a friend. And I hated myself because of it.
The next morning I met up at the bakery. I made sure to look my best, n-not to impress him, but just to not look like a mess. As I approached the shop something within me broke. Up ahead I saw Sting with a bunch of girls. They were all over him. I knew better than to feel jealous, but …. As I got closer, Sting saw me, and told his lady friends he had something to do.
''Hey Silver.'' he said.
''Hi''
''You bring the receipt for the cake pick up?''
''Yeah..'', I said.
I walked past him into the shop. I glanced back, and saw Sting still standing there, looking surprised. And then I saw him smile! What the hell is with this guy? I thought. I continued to walk to the counter and he stood in front of me. He moved so fast, I never saw him move! He looked down at me with a grin.
''W-what?'' I asked
''Let's get something straight Silver. If you think I was flirting with those girls, you're wrong. They were interviewing me. And if you think, someone else could steal me away from you, you are mistaken. I'm not going anywhere. I'm all yours.''
My eyes widened. I feel stupid now. How could I be so stupid? Can I finally call him a friend now? There isn't anything he needs to prove, so why can't call him a friend. I have no grudge or anything. (That would be unlike me.) ''I'm sorry'', I said. He just smiled and nodded. We walked towards the counter, and gave the employee the receipt. Seven minutes later she brought out a huge cake box. It was humungous!
''U-umm? Was it this big, when we looked at it before?'' Sting asked. I shook my head no.
''How are we even going to get it out the store and to the park…?''
The employee lady sighed and said, ''You can go through the back garage.'' We kindly thanked her and carefully picked the cake box up and took it outside through the back garage. We made our way outside, carrying the box down the street. The cake box was so heavy, my back started to hurt more than it already did.
''So Silver, what are wearing to the party?'', Sting asked.
''Um I'm not sure.'' I said, ''What are you wearing?''
''Probably a tux or something.''
''You? A tuxedo?'' I asked.
''You make it seem like a bad thing.'' Sting said laughing.
''Just . . . doesn't seem like something you would wear.''
I tilted my head to see his face. He looked happy. ''You may be right, but a tuxedo is a party outfit.'' he said. I laughed. We finally made our way to the park. It was beautiful. Everything was perfectly set-up. There were several booths set up. Mostly bars. There were streamers hanging and lanterns. Natsu was lighting the lanterns, Gray was setting up the booths, and Elfman and Levy were hanging streamers and posters. Everything was so beautiful.
''Lisanna!'' Levy yelled from a distance.
''Hey Levy. Where do we put the cake?''
Levy's mouth dropped, seeing the huge cake. ''O-o-on the big circular table stands over there.''
I looked to me left and saw a huge decorative table, obviously for the cake. Sting and I sat the cake there and carefully unboxed the it. On top of the cake read, ''Happy Birthday Master!'' Sting and I sat on the grass, taking a breather. We managed to walk all the way to the park carrying a big cake. I was pretty impressed with myself.
''Lisanna! Sting!'', a loud voice said.
Natsu came running towards us, flashing his big smile. ''Hey guys.'', he said.
''Hey Natsu'', both Sting and I said at the same time.
''Check out what we did with the place!''
''It's beautiful. Master will love it.'' I said.
''Could still use some work.'', Sting commented.
''What did you say blonde?!'' Natsu yelled.
''I'm just saying, maybe your flames aren't enough to light the lanterns.''
''You wanna go?!''
''Please!''
The two boys disappeared into a cloud of fist, attacking and pounding each other. I carefully scooted away, making sure I didn't get caught in it. Watching the two fight was pretty entertaining though. Meanwhile, Elfman explained to me that him and Mirajane will be coming an hour early to the party to make sure things are in place, leaving me to find my own ride. What great siblings, leaving me like that!
Finally, the boys were done fighting, ending it with a to be continued. Natsu continued lighting the lanterns. He still had forty-two to go. I laughed at the thought of it. Sting approached me with a bruised face and purple hands. ''Damn, he didn't need to be so ruff!'' he said. I smiled, ''Well you did start it.'' He looked away, ''Did not!'' I laughed once more. Who knew he had a soft side, I thought.
''Ah, so do you want to ride with Rogue, Lector, Fro, and I to the party?'' he said rubbing his head.
I did need a ride since Mira and Elfman had to leave early. ''Sure! Thank You.''
Sting nodded. ''I'll pick you up at eight thirty.'', he said walking away.'' Good I had a ride, and did my job, now the only thing left to do is find out what I am going to wear!
Picking out an outfit would be hard. So many options to choose from! I sat on my bed, wearing a towel. I had just gotten out the shower. It was eight o'clock. I had thirty minutes before my ride got here. I was trying to decide on weather to put on a white shirt with a purple vest and skirt OR wear sexy red dress with heels. I would look sexy in the dress, but only cool in the vest.
It was now eight twenty six! I had four minutes left! I looked back at each outfit. What would Sting think? Ugh no idiot! Who cares what he thinks! I thought. I wanted to look playful at the party (vest) and I also wanted to look amazing (dress). I sighed, playful it is, besides its mostly my personality. I quickly but on bra, underwear, shirt, vest, skirt, and sneakers. And to be honest, I was rocking it. I heard a knock from downstairs. He was here. I quickly ran downstairs and straightened myself before opening the door.
Sting wasn't kidding when he say he was wearing a tux. He wore a tuxedo with a red rose. He looked handsome.
''You look nice.''he said looking from head to toe at me.
''So do you'' I said, ''maybe even better.''
He laughed smiling at me. ''Shall we go?'' he asked. I nodded and he took my hand. His hands were warm and soft. He directed me to a large carriage with two white horses driving it. He opened the door and helped me in. I saw Rogue sitting on the left, along with Frosch. I sat on the right next to Sting and Lector. ''This is nice'' I said. Rogue nodded, ''Sting insisted we get the best we can.'' Sting blushed a bit, ''It was mostly Lector's idea.'' ''What!'' Lector protested.
I laughed. Sabertooth has become a wonder guild with laughter and family. Fairy Tail really did a number on them. ''We're almost there'' Rogue said. I just noticed what Rogue was wearing. He also wore a tux but white. And he wore a black scarf with it. He almost looked like Natsu. We finally arrived at the party. It was beautiful. The lanterns lit up the night. People's laughter filled the area. Cana was the bartender serving and making drinks. Levy was entertaining the men by dancing. Thankfully, Gajeel wasn't singing. Master wasn't here yet, which means Mira must be picking him up from the meeting.
''You want a drink?'' Sting asked.
''N-no thank you'' I said.
''Okay, be back.''
I looked all around. A lot of people from different guilds were here. Even Poluchka was here! But I could tell she didn't want to be here, but she also wanted to support Master. She can be so wishy washy. And I saw Gray and Lyon head to head, threatening each other. Behind them stood Juvia who seemed to be in a daze. Natsu was trying to eat all the flames lightning the lanterns and Lucy and Happy had to pull him away. Everyone was being themselves and that's what Master loves most.
''Back'', Sting said holding a glass of wine.
I nodded. Now things just seemed awkward. I wanted to speak but no words came out my mouth. I finally opened my mouth until Elfman yelled,'' IF YOU'RE A MAN HIDE BECAUSE HE'S COMING!'' Everyone ran and hid behind trees and bushes or booths. I grabbed Sting and Rogue, with Lector and Fro running to catch up, and hid behind a tree.
Master and Mirajane approached. Mira had Master blind-folded, guiding him. ''Mira what's all this about!'' Mira only laughed,''You'll see.'' As they got closer, Mirajane lifted her hands and counted.
1
2
3!
Mirajane quickly took the blind fold off and we all jumped out and said SURPRISE! Master's mouth dropped. He couldn't even speak. We all laughed. ''I-I ! When did! What?'', he said. Mira smiled, ''Happy birthday Master. From us to you.'' Master begin to cry with joy. I smiled. Everyone continued drinking, talking, dancing. It was better than I had expected, and to top it off almost all the girls of Fairy Tail got on stage wearing nothing but bra and underwear with bunny ears dancing. (Except me, I couldn't do it.) All the men went ballistic!
''Hey Sting.'' I said
''Ya?''
''Thank You for being a wonderful friend.''
He smiled, ''Anytime Silver.''
I hugged him tight. He deserved it. And to my surprise he hugged me back.
I enjoy living my wonderful life. And the truth is, I wouldn't trade it for anything. Because this is all I could ever ask for.
A/N
Thank You for reading this story about Lisanna. And thank you for all the reviews, I love it. Lisanna is a wonder young lady and isn't after Natsu. I think all she wants is to be with everyone. We all live a wonderful life.