Chapter 1: Fairy Tail Knights

Natsu, Gajeel, and Gray are 22. Rogue and Sting are 19. Laxus 26

A/N: I will only describe how they look in fancy clothing. When they are not in battle they are wearing their GMG attires from the anime. Also I will describe their armor as best as I can.

It's early morning in the Kingdom of Magnolia the market is still closed and the sun is barely rising. The only ones up this early are the Knights of Fairy Tail.

Natsu and his younger brother Sting are riding their horses across their land racing back to the knights house located two hundred yards from the castle. When they arrive they find the kings grandson and one of their oldest friends Laxus Dreyar showering his horse with his wife Mirajane Dreyar who is also an old friend.

Natsu's horse was named Happy which was also one of the rarest horses to ever live cause was completely blue with a blue haired tail with a white tip. Sting's horse was named Lector and was also a very rare horse thats coat was a darkish shade of red and a white-tipped tail. Gajeel had a black horse he named Pantherlily who had white hooves. Rogue had a very rare as well green female horse by the name of Frosch. The knights raised their horses while at the same time growing up. It was their first gift from the king.

"Good morning Prince Dreyar and Princess Dreyar" Natsu said getting off his horse along with Sting and kneeling on one knee with their fists on their chests the horses kneeled down as well. It was hard process to get them to learn.

"Natsu, Sting old friends and my brothers I've told you many times over the years there is no need for you to great me that way. You are my brothers first. So stand and great me like a brother. I am not king yet. Even then you will call me Laxus or King Laxus" Laxus said putting a bucket of water down walking to his friends giving them each a brotherly hug.

"Same here boys. I am your friend no matter what." Mira said walking to them and giving them hugs.

"Alright, if you guys insist. How is Gramps?" Natsu asked pulling away after Miras hug.

"It has been a while since we have been summoned to his quarters." Sting added.

"The old man is getting quite friendly with Polyusica if you ask me" Laxus said giving a small grin.

"They make such a cute couple" Mira said smiling.

"As long as he is happy it's all that matters" Sting said putting his horse in its stall before putting Natsu's back in his stall as well after taking of the saddles.

"Will you join us for breakfast? Lucy, Yukino, and Levy are cooking." Gajeel asked appearing with Gray and Rogue from the entrance of the barn. Lucy is Stings fiancé and Levy is Gajeels and Yukino is Rogues lover and soon to be fiancé.

"That sounds lovely. I should go help them" Mira said hugging the newly arrived boys before heading to the house.

"Gajeel, Rogue, and Gray it's been a while" Laxus said hugging the newly arrived boys.

"It's good to see you Laxus." Gray said after hugging the man.

"How's the marrage life going?" Gajeel asked.

"It's great. Mira is a wonderful woman and keeps me on my toes. Though she is asking for children." Laxus said brushing his horse.

"Already? You have only been married half a year." Natsu said grinning.

"Yeah. I honestly don't mind especially since I will have an heir. I just want to enjoy each others company a little longer before bringing a new life into this world. I also don't want their to be war while raising my child." Laxus said brushing his horse.

"Well Laxus some people just don't want peace. Some are power, money, and blood hungry. They will not stop until they get what they want. You should know you have been on the battle field with us." Natsu said grabbing a brush and helping Laxus.

"Natsu's right. We have fought many battles against armies whose kings are hungry for all those things and have stopped each one of them. Though I still can not see peace in the Kingdom of Fiore for many years." Rogue said speaking up.

"Boys will you stop talking about war for a few moments and come join us for breakfast?" Levy asked appearing out of nowhere and taking Gajeels arm dragging him to the house.

The rest of the boys followed, but not before putting Laxus's horse back in an empty stall. (I will reveal the gender of the horse later when I think of one for Laxus). The boys entered the house seeing the table set and sat down. The girls joined them and they all started eating a few arguments and laughs there was a knock at the door.

"I'll get it" Natsu said getting up and walking into the next room to answer the door. Natsu opened the door to revealing a tired and dirty blue haired girl no older than 12. "Are you alright young lady?" Natsu asked.

"Are you Natsu Dragneel?" The blue haired girl in a brown cloak asked.

"Yes I am. Now would you be kind enough to answer my question?" Natsu asked nicely though worried at the girls appearance.

"I am tired and very hungry. I was sent here by my mother my name is We..." The girl didn't finish as she fainted, but Natsu caught her before she hit the ground.

"Guys! I'm going to the infirmary meet me there !" Natsu shouted picking Wendy up bridal style and running towards the castle before anyone could respond.

The others got up rushing to the door only to see Natsu 100 yards away and running fast towards the infirmary wing. They could see blue hair swaying in the wind.

"I've never seen Natsu run so fast. Something must have happened." Sting said running after Natsu.

The others quickly followed in a hurry towards the castle.

Natsu ran through the courtyard of the castle towards the infirmary wing. When he arrived he told the doctors of what happened and layed the girl on a bed. The doctors examined her for injuries and any illnesses. When they were down the doctor walked over to Natsu.

"How is she doctor?" Natsu asked seeming very worried.

"Commander Dragneel" (that's what everyone calls him and the others due to their rank.) The doctor started. "She is fine. She has no illnesses or wounds of any sorts. She seems very exhausted and mal-nourished. Telling by her paleness I say she has not eaten in about a week. Considering how she is even alive is miraculous itself."

"I guess this girl is very strong willed and will not accept death." Natsu replied walking over to the unconscious girl.

"She shall be waking up soon it was just a minor faint." The doctor replied walking away.

The others ran through the courtyard as well while everyone kneeled due to the presence of the prince. When they reached the infirmary everyone saw Natsu sitting in a chair next to a young blue haired girl.

"Natsu why did you run off? Who is this girl?" Sting asked not really out of breath, but worried at his brothers actions (the Fairy Tail knights were trained to run long distances and control their breathing).

"This is the girl who knocked on our door. She fainted, so I rushed her here. The doctor says she is alive and well though she is exhausted and seems to be very mal-nourished. Doctor says that it's possible that it has been a week since her last meal" Natsu replied taking the young girls hand in his. "I apologize for leaving immediately and making you all run here. Forgive me" Natsu said not taking his eyes off the young girl.

"Natsu there is nothing to forgive. Each of us would have done the same thing." Laxus replied putting a hand on Natsu's right shoulder. "When she wakes see to it that you take her to the dinning hall and allow her to eat to her hearts desire. We will meet you there."

Natsu nodded. "Thank you Laxus."

"I just hope when she wakes she tells us her story." Laxus said before ushering everyone to the dinning hall.

A half an hour later the young girl started to open her eyes and pink caught her eye.

"It's salmon pink." Natsu told her noticing the girls half lidded eyes on his hair. "I see you are awake. It seems you are a very stong willed young woman." Natsu said smiling at the young girl who was rubbing her eyes.

"I'm sorry for fainting like that. I didn't mean to cause any trouble." The girl responded looking down.

"Nonsense you have done no such thing. I was a bit worried though, but there is no need for apologies." Natsu said giving the girl his famous grin. "Are you hungry?" Natsu asked. 'Of course she's hungry stupid.' He thought to himself.

The young girl nodded. "Very much so."

"Good" Natsu said turning around and squatting. "Get on my back. I will carry you to our dinning hall. My prince has kindly offered to give you anything to eat to your hearts desire." Natsu said before the girl climbed on hesitantly.

"You are very warm Natsu. If I may call you that" The girl said shyly.

"Of course you may call me that. You can call me anything you like young lady. What may I call you?" Natsu asked walking towards the castle.

"W-Wendy. Wendy Marvell and your prince is a very nice man" the girl named Wendy answered as the two entered the castle. "Wow this is amazing. I have never seen a castles insides before it's beautiful." (Picture how your own castle would look.)

"Nice to meet you Wendy. Yes the prince is a very generous man we grew up together. You could say we are like brothers. Also, I shall tell the king that you like his castle." Natsu said looking over his shoulder.

After a good 5 minute walk they came to a set of doors which Natsu pushed in revealing a very long dinning table that had some people sitting there. At the end of the table Natsu could see the king sitting in his chair.

Natsu stopped next to the table and let Wendy down before pulling out a seat allowing her to sit down. Natsu walked up to the king and kneeled in front of him placing his right fist over his chest.

"Good morning gramps.. I mean my king" Natsu said correcting himself.

"Natsu you know very well within these walls you may call me gramps and do not have to kneel. Unless there are other royal guests" King Makarov answered. "Who is the young lady?" The king asked.

"This gramps is Wendy Marvell" Natsu said walking over to Wendy "Wendy this is King Makarov" Natsu said pointing an opened hand to the King. "If need be she may have my plate."

Wendy got up and curtsied to the King. "It's a pleasure King Makarov"

"The pleasure is mine Wendy. I have been informed of your situation. Have anything you'd like and Natsu you don't need to sacrifice your plate. There is plenty for everyone." Makarov said smiling at Wendy he then waved a hand forward.

"C-Can I have some eggs with bacon?" Wendy asked the servant Makarov sent to her.

"Of course miss Wendy" The male servant said before walking into the kitchen.

"Wendy let me introduce you to my oldest and closest friends well my family for short" Natsu said walking towards two blondes "This is my brother Sting and his fiancé Lucy" Natsu said ruffling Stings hair.

"Nice to meet you Wendy" Sting and Lucy said at the same time.

"This tough S.O.B here is Gajeel and the cute blue haired woman beside him is his fiancé Levy" Natsu said walking to Gajeel and punching his arm as he smiled at Levy.

"Nice to meet you Wendy" Levy said smiling. "Don't be afraid of Gajeel he may seem mean, but he's actually a big softie once you get to know him. Also, if he gives you a nickname it means he likes you and won't be a jerk to you."

"Shrimp no need to tell her that. Nice to meet you squirt" Gajeel said already nicknaming her while putting a piece of meat in his mouth.

"This shy young man here is Rogue, Gajeel's younger brother and this lovely lady is Yukino his fiancé." Natsu said placing a hand on each other their shoulders before moving on.

"It's nice to meet you Wendy." Yukino smiled as did Rogue for the first time in a year.

"You made him smile Wendy. He must like you." Natsu said chuckling. "Now last, but not least you have Prince Laxus Dreyar and one of the nicest woman in all the land who just happens to be his wife Princess Mirajane Dreyar, but she prefers Mira." Natsu said smiling.

"Nice to meet you Wendy. You are very pretty if I may say so." Mira said smiling.

"It's nice to meet you Wendy. You are welcome to stay here if you need to there is room for everyone." Laxus added with a smile.

"It's nice to meet you all. You girls are really beautiful and the men are quite handsome. You all are quite generous and nice." Wendy said shyly.

"Thank you" everyone said in unison before laughing. The king laughed as well.

Wendy's breakfast arrived and she began eating. She looked like a miniature version of the boys when they eat. Nobody could blame her though. She hadn't eaten in possibly a week so let her eat to her hearts desire.

"So Wendy how did you end up here in Magnolia in your condition?" Lucy asked.

"If you don't mind us asking" Sting added.

"It started a week ago when my mother sent me away." Wendy said looking down after swallowing tears began to form at the corning of her eyes.

A/N: A cliffhanger. I hope you all enjoyed this chapter. First chapter of another fic. Until Next Time.