A/N: Another late chapter, I am so sorry. But I have good reason this time. It pains me to inform you that this is the last chapter of Thunder Spirits. I was torn between updating this or not, but luckily the half that wanted to won. After a week of internal fighting within my mind, I bring you the final installment of Thunder Spirits. Enjoy~

Chapter 23: The End

After Laxus woke, he and Lucy told each other about what had happened after the battle with Acnologia. Both were such wild stories that anyone who wasn't in Fairy Tail wouldn't believe them. But that's the way it probably should be, unbelieved. The world didn't need to know about Acnologia's true form, or what happened to her. The world didn't need to know the ultimate purpose of Celestial Spirit Magic, about Spirit Magic.

That was when Lucy remembered something, something important. Looking Laxus straight in the eye, Lucy asked this ultimate question. "Do you feel any different? Different from before I woke you up?"

Laxus' eyebrows scrunched together as he tried to understand where Lucy was going with this. After a few moments, his eyes lit up as he finally understood what his wife was talking about.

"I feel as if someone gave me all their magic power. It feels as if my power has more than doubled itself from before."

Lucy nodded her head. That sounded right. Acnologia had said that her spirit would combine with Laxus'. Therefore, he also gained her magic and powers. But, would there be anything else he would have gained as well? Acnologia had said that she would willfully submit to Laxus' spirit so that his personality wouldn't change. The problem with that, though, was if Lucy had gotten to Laxus in time.

"Anything else?"

Laxus paused for a moment to think yet again. He must be tired, after all that has happened. Sure his physical injuries were healed, but he could still be deeply fatigued. Not to mention how exhausted his mind would be after his own struggles. It hurt Lucy, it really did, having to ask all these questions when Laxus probably just wanted to sleep. Looking back up at him, Lucy saw that he had finished thinking.

"I have memories that aren't my own. I remember flying through the sky high above a destroyed village. I remember fighting and killing a countless amount of people. I also remember times of talking with other Celestial Spirits and the Spirit King. I even remember the names of those spirits."

Lucy nodded again. "So you've gained both the power and the memories of Acnologia, plus who knows what else. I think that means everything went according to plan. I should probably make sure though, just in case."

Lucy's hands were still enveloped in Laxus' large one, so physical contact was already being made. Lucy activated her Spirit Magic, and began her search through Laxus' body for a second spirit. From what she could tell, there wasn't even a trace of another spirit within Laxus. His own sprit was different, but that was to be expected. A strong power emanated from Laxus' spirit. An indicator that it held Acnologia's power now as well.

Lucy removed her hands from Laxus' own and rested them on her lap.

"Well, everything seems to be in order. Are you tired? Do you want to sleep some more?"

Laxus snorted at the question. "Tired? I feel like I could fight that fire idiot all week long!"

Lucy chuckled at her husband's exclamation. He was a lot more energetic then she thought he would be. Of course, she wasn't really tired either. Both of them had probably been out of it for a while.

"We should go tell the others we're okay, then. And besides, I think it's about time we announced our little surprise, don't you?" Lucy raised an eyebrow playfully as she said this. There were a lot of things that she and Laxus had hidden from the others, and there would probably be many more in the future.

With a smirk on his face, Laxus climbed out of bed. Offering a hand out to his blond wife, Laxus replied. "Surprise, or surprises?"

Uncharacteristically, Lucy smirked as well. Taking the now waiting hand, Lucy smiled up at her husband before starting her way to the door, Laxus in tow. "Definitely surprises."

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Laxus and Lucy walked into the main hall of the guild building. As usual, it was filled with laughter and chatter. Mirajane was at the bar, cleaning a glass with a rag while chatting with Freed. Erza was off eating a slice of strawberry cheesecake. Levy was reading a book. Sitting next to her was Gajeel, scarfing down iron. Grey and Natsu were even fighting each other, same as always. Wait, Natsu?

Lucy looked up at Laxus, one eyebrow arched up high. Laxus only grunted as he took a few steps forward. Lucy sighed inwardly. She knew where this was going and she didn't necessarily like it.

With a voice that was loud enough to shake the walls, Laxus shouted out to the guild. "Yo! We finally wake up and you guys can't keep quite for two seconds? What the hell!"

The guild did the one thing Lucy had hoped they wouldn't, go quiet. Lucy sighed again, now it was awkward. Oh well, no sense in making it go on. Stepping forward herself, Lucy glanced around Laxus.

"What? It's not like we're dead. It's only been what?" Lucy looked up at Laxus. "A week and a half, right?"

Laxus only grunted in response. Lucy looked back towards the guild, and the next thing she knew, she was laying on the floor. Pain throbbed through her head as Lucy tried to see who had just tackled her. All she could see was bright silver hair and a poofy pink dress.

Laxus easily picked the barmaid off of Lucy with a single hand. Setting Mira down, he continued to help Lucy up with the other. Once she was on her feet again, Lucy leaned against Laxus for support. Rubbing her head, Lucy complained to Mira.

"Jeez, Mira. You know I'm pregnant, why did you tackle me?"

Suddenly the whole guild was in an uproar. Members grouped around Lucy, Laxus, and Mira. Everyone was yelling out questions of their own. Lucy merely sighed and looked up at Laxus.

"Do you want to or me?"

Laxus merely grunted again, but Lucy could feel his power start to rise. Lucy looked at Mira, who was trying to not be pushed against the two by the raving crowd. Grabbing hold of the barmaids hand, Lucy focused her magic in her legs and launched the two up into the air. A moment later, all the guild members that had been part of the crowd were blown back. Laxus stood where he did before. His hands were dug into his pockets as he looked up at the two women expectantly.

Two seconds later, Lucy and Mira fell to the floor of the second level with a loud thud. As the two helped each other up, the guild members started to herd around the bar. Each one of them were looking up at their master, who was sitting at his usual spot on the railing, expecting an answer.

Lucy whispered to Mira while they walked up behind Makarov. "You guys didn't tell them?"

"We thought you would want to instead."

Lucy sighed at Mira's answer. That wasn't at all surprising. In fact, it was predictable, even a bit cliche. "Well now I've let it slip twice, then. I need to get better at announcing things."

Lucy returned her attention to the master, who had started to talk again.

"Yes, it is true. Our beloved Lucy is with child. Whether it is a boy or a girl, not even I know. Now that Lucy has finally awoken, we can all know the answer to this question. Lucy?" Makarov turned slightly and waved Lucy over.

Standing next to Makarov, Lucy glanced over the crowd. Feeling a pressure on her shoulder, Lucy didn't have to turn around to know Laxus was now with her.

"I've been pregnant for a while now, almost two months. Normally a person wouldn't know the gender of their child at this stage. And even if we could, Laxus and I decided to be surprised and wait. But we do have something else to tell you."

Lucy paused. How should she say this? Should she elaborate more or just say it right out? Lucy didn't get to think it through because a few moments later, Laxus shouted it out.

"We're having twins!" Laxus then covered Lucy's ears, effectively muffling any noise she would hear. "So watch what you say you weaklings!" Laxus removed his hands from Lucy's ears.

Lucy in return glared up at Laxus. What did he say? She didn't get a chance to ask. The guild erupted into an uproar of cheers and shouts and whoops. But then everyone went silent as a certain pink haired idiot asked the worst question possible.

"Wait, does that mean Lucy's gonna get all big and whiney and have a belly like twelve feet big?"

The deadpan silence continued. Smiling warmly, Lucy easily jumped to the lower level, landing right in front of Natsu.

"Natsu, could I talk to you outside please?"

Smiling his toothy grin of his, Natsu foolishly agreed. "Course Luce, anything for you!"

As soon as the door to the guild closed behind the two, everyone silently whispered with each other. Pity for Natsu was never greater.

Up on the second floor, Laxus asked Mira and his grandfather the question that had been on his mind. "Spill it, how is the flame brain doing?"

Makarov looked up at his grandson. "We suspect that since he was separated from Acnologia for so long, there aren't any traces of him in Natsu anymore."

Laxus grunted before responding. "Her."

Makarov arched an eyebrow at the word. Mira tilted her head to the side. Confusion taking root in both. Bringing a finger to her chin, Mira studied the ceiling above for some sort of answer.

" Her? You mean Lucy?"

"No, Acnologia. Acnologia's a girl, and a celestial spirit."

Makarov's eyes widened in shock. "Acnologia was female? And a spirit!" There was a pause before Makarov spoke again. "How do you know?"

"Later, Lucy's finished beating that idiot to a pulp." As if on que, Lucy walked through the large entrance.

Silence ensued once again, all eyes were on Lucy. Lucy herself stared at all the members in return. Suddenly, her trademark smile appeared.

"I think it's time to party! Fairy Tail Style!"

Those words like a spell to the members of Fairy Tail as they switched into party mode. Barrels of liquor, enough so Cana didn't drink all, was brought out. Members jumped on top of the tables and started to dance. Karaoke was started on the stage. Chairs, and people, were thrown across the guild hall.

Hours later, the party was still going on. At the bar sat Lucy, Laxus and Mira, merely talking with each other. Thanks to his dragon slayer abilities, Laxus could hear the two woman just fine, unfortunately they didn't have that gift. One question asked by Mira, however, was easily heard by Lucy.

"So how did you heal Laxus? Not even Wendy could do anything."

With a wink and a finger to her lips, Lucy happily replied. "The way any fairy tale should, with a kiss."

A/N: Sniffle, sniffle sniffle, it's over. It's actually over. I can't believe it! And of course with ANOTHER CLICHE (slaps self)! Tomorrow (Sunday for me), I will once again start updating The Discovery: Part Two of the Guardian Trilogy. Hopefully. It depends on if I can actually find the time to do so. I have a busy day tomorrow, but I believe I can. If not, then it'll be first thing Monday.

Now, I'd like to thank all of you fanfictioners for reading this story, sticking with it through the late updates and everything. you are truly the best readers a person could have. To those who always gave happy reviews, urging me to update, thank you. To those who criticized what mistakes I made and pointed out how I could improve, even more thanks. I hope I get to see reviews from you all for a long time, wether they're my stories or not. Thank You.

Lucy Ashley from Fairy Tail: I'm glad you're so excited! Here it is!

Serena Fallenheart: Cliche's aren't necessarily bad things.

iluvkawaiiness: Great enthusiasm!

Vatala Darkmist: I'm sorry it was so emotional, but they were good emotions so it's okay. Sorry, it was soon though.

Princess Happy: Yep, a really old lady inside a young man's body….. FORGET I SAID THAT! YOU DIDN"T READ ANYTHING!

GoldenRoseLuceTanya: lol indeed

JelloXGiggles: I think this was a nice ending too, a bit cliche as well though

xXRedPokerGirlxX: lawl I had never thought of it that way

harlequin320: And now you know! :)

Icetail1r: Yeah… but that's all a part of the process, I'm still learning and I'm okay with that. I hope this chapter was a bit 'smoother' and easier to understand.

Guest: to chapter 1 review: I'm glad you liked it :) to chapter 2 review: Yes, you'll find spelling errors quite often, sorry about that. For some reason my word processor doesn't point out grammatical errors so I can't always fix them, sorry to chapter 3 review: roflmao to chapter 4 review: I know right! to chapter 5 review: yep to chapter 6 review: suspense is so much fun to play with, isn't it?

suikodengel: Because Acnologia turned into a dragon, she 'lost her key' let's say, and since she fused with Laxus anyways Lucy wouldn't be able to have her key. I hope that clears up any confusion.

Renna Diamond: You compliment my idea for the story, and I end it the chapter after, so sorry