Hello, and Happy Valentine's Day! I know I'm posting this a day earlier, but I wasn't sure if I'd have time tomorrow to write or post this. So, so far NO ONE has asked for a Gruvia story, so I though, what the heck. I do take requests for stories, but in this case, I will only do one for Valentine's Day ones. So, if you have a ship you want me to write for Valentine's day, just review or PM me with it. I will write it, and post it as the second chapter, third chapter and so on.

For those of you who don't celebrate Valentine's Day because you have no one to celebrate it with, I LOVE YOU AND UNDERSTAND. Let me hug you! We can celebrate together! I love each and everyone of my readers, even if I don't know you. I'm honored that any of you would even consider looking at my stories, and just for thinking about it, I love you! Happy Valentine's Day my sweets!

For those who do celebrate with someone or by themselves, I LOVE YOU! For those who just don't celebrate because they consider it a day made by the government for money or made by Halmark or something, I LOVE YOUUUUU! (My dad complains about Valentine's Day, but I can't remember why. Something about it being created for money...)

Anyway, enjoy!

"I'm not doing it."

Mira rolled her eyes in exasperation. "I didn't realize you were so scared, Gray."

"I'm not scared!" he growled. "I'm just not doing it."

"Gray," Mira sighed, "don't you think it's time you took the initiative?"

"There's nothing to take initiative with," he said stubbornly, his arms crossed.

"Gray," Mira said again.

"And another thing. Stop saying my name like I'm some kid who just misbehaved." He scowled at her. Mira raised her eyebrows at him.

"Well you are acting like a kid, so it can't really be helped, can it?" Mira pointed at Juvia who sat with Lucy and Levy at one of the tables. "It's time to grow up, Gray. Tomorrow is Valentine's Day. Don't you dare disappoint that girl and do nothing."

"I'm not doing anything," he said.

"Yes, you are," she said firmly. "And, I swear, if you don't go and ask her to spend time with you tomorrow, I will rip off your limbs and feed them to a pig." There was an evil glint in her eyes that caused Gray to shudder.

Gray sighed and looked at Juvia. It wasn't like he didn't want to spend time with the water mage. To his dismay, he had started to grow fond of the girl. And hanging out with her didn't seem that bad. But tomorrow was Valentine's Day, a day for couples. They weren't a couple. Suggesting they go out would put ideas in her head that he'd rather not be there.

And it wasn't like he didn't likeher. On more than one occasion he had found himself staring at her soft, pink lips, and wanting to run his fingers through her hair. But Gray wasn't sure what to do with these feelings, or even how to approach them. Gray knew he wasn't the most open person, unlike Juvia. He wouldn't even know where to begin to explain himself to her.

But, maybe this could be a start.

Taking a deep breath, and ignoring Mira's clapping hands and shouts of encouragement, he stood up and slowly made his way over to her.

When he reached her table she immediately looked up and said brightly, "Gray-sama!" Why was she always so happy to see him? It made no sense.

He nervously scratched the back of his head, as he mustered the courage to say what he had to.

He cleared his throat, and said gruffly, "Do you want to hang out together tomorrow?" Juvia's mouth popped open into the shape of a small 'O'. Color flooded to her cheeks, and he couldn't help but think it was a good combination with her pale skin.

"T-tomorrow?" she stuttered. "Does Gray-sama mean on Valentine's Day?"

Gray cursed the fact that now he was blushing along with her, as he nodded. And then Juvia did something that made his stomach drop. She smiled. It was one of her dazzling, bright, and full of happiness smiles. The one that immediately made you feel like it was for you, and you alone.

"Juvia would love to!" she cried. Gray could hear Lucy giggling even when Juvia threw herself into his arms and he yelled at her to get off.

The next day, Gray stood in front of the guild wearing a collared blue shirt and jeans. Anyone looking at him would see a calm and confident boy, with his hands in his pockets, looking unconcerned. That could be farther from the truth. Inside he was a nervous wreck, and his hands were sweating.

It only got worse when Juvia showed up, wearing a short blue dress that did little to hide her cleavage. Her hair was down as each tendril brushed her skin. Gray grit his teeth. This was going to be a long day.

"Where are we going, Gray-sama?" Juvia asked as they walked down the streets.

"I figured we could get something to eat." Juvia clapped her hands together in excitement, her eyes shining.

"If that's the case, then Juvia knows the perfect place." She grabbed his arm and pulled him along until they stood in front of a small café. She smiled up at him and said, "This place is delicious, Juvia has been here many times. Juvia is sure Gray-sama will enjoy it."

He nodded mutely and held open the door for her, the bell above it ringing. She blushed and ducked her head as she walked in. Gray followed close behind and inwardly cringed. The place was decked out with Valentine's Day decorations. The colors red and pink decorated every inch of the walls. A waitress led them over to a table with small rose petals decorating the top.

Once they had ordered Juvia shifted in her seat as she blushed.

"What's wrong?" Gray asked.

"Ah, um, that is…" she paused, the red deepening. "Juvia has never been on a date before, and finds that she is incredibly nervous." Gray blinked, and then mentally cursed. He hadn't even considered that this was a date. How he had missed that, he had no idea. Unsure of what to say, he remained silent.

"Um," she said, her voice going up an octave. "Juvia brought Gray-sama a gift." Hesitantly she pulled out of her purse a small box wrapped in red wrapping paper. Gray felt awful; of course she got him a gift. And he hadn't gotten her anything.

Slowly he reached out and grabbed it. He carefully pulled off the paper and pulled off the lid. Inside lay a hand-knitted hat. He picked it up and inspected it. It was a dark blue and stitched on the inside in the color white, was his initials. It was soft to the touch, and it looked like it was made for a cold day.

He wasn't sure what to say. It was beautiful, and obviously made with care. Guilt crashed through him like a wave. He had no idea how to pay her back. He glanced up at Juvia, who was watching him anxiously.

"Is it alright, Gray-sama?" she asked hesitantly.

"It's more than alright, Juvia. Thank you. I'm sorry, I didn't get you anything."

Juvia blinked, and then smiled brightly, startling Gray.

"Gray-sama taking Juvia out is gift enough. Juvia doesn't need anything else." Juvia giggled at his dumbfounded expression, and Gray thought it was the most beautiful sound he had ever heard.

"Well, if you say so," he mumbled, looking down, his cheeks slightly red. It still didn't feel right though, but for the life of him, he couldn't think of how to repay her.

After they ate Gray made a split second decision. He grabbed her hand and pulled her along behind him.

"Eh? Gray-sama? Where are you taking Juvia?" she asked in alarm. He didn't answer as he dragged her through the streets. Eventually, after weaving around people and in between things so he wouldn't have to let go of her hand, they stood on a hill that faced the sea. Letting out a breath he sat down and pulled her with him. He finally let her go.

"Oh!" Juvia exclaimed. Gray smiled gently as the girls face brightened at the sight. It almost looked as if she had never seen a sunset before. The colors in the sky ranged from soft yellows to dark purples. When the sun touched the oceans edge, Juvia's face lit up into one of excitement and awe.

"Have you never seen a sunset before?" Gray asked curiously.

Without taking her eyes off of the scene in front of her, Juvia murmured, "Juvia hasn't seen one as beautiful as this. Maybe it's because she's sitting next to a loved one." She turned and cast him a questioning gaze. Gray reddened at how blunt she was. How was she able to be so blunt without getting flustered?

Without answering he turned back to view the sunset. Maybe it was good Juvia was so courageous in situations like these, while he was more reserved. It almost made up for him, but it also made him feel like he was lacking in some manly duties. As the sun slowly melded with the ocean and the stars came out, he reached over, and grabbed her hand. Juvia glanced at him in surprise, but when she saw his stained cheeks, she suppressed a giggle.

Her hand seemed so small and delicate in his own, he couldn't help but notice. His fingers curled around her hand as he held it tightly. He refused to look at her though, his gaze on the darkening sky.

It was a small start really. Nothing more than a simple hand hold, but he felt like it was a big step. And though he still wanted to kiss her and hold her, he got the feeling that for now, it was enough, and he knew that Juvia understood. Usually, his insides, so cold, started to warm up.

"Happy Valentine's Day," he said gruffly. She turned to him and smiled that smile again, the one meant for him, and only him.

"Happy Valentine's Day, Gray-sama!"

It was small, but it was something.

Comments, suggestions, reviews? Yes, no, maybe so?

You know, it's weird. The only people who really like Valentine's Day are people who have someone to celebrate it WITH. I am not one of those, yet I'm still writing this. *sigh* Oh well, I can live vicariously through my writing :p And so can you, so you're welcome. Hehehe... I hoped you liked. I typed this up real quick, I have other things I need to work on. I've got like five other stories going on...

Don't let that stop you though. If you have another ship you want me to write for Valentine's Day, just review or PM it and I will make sure to do it!

Thanks for reading *salutes* It's always a pleasure!