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The whole Crocus population probably heard the sounds of Fairy Tail celebrating their victory at the Grand Magic Games. The craziest guild in Fiore turned the Honey Bone Inn into a mock guild hall for the evening. Everyone was going all out. Well into the night Crocus residents heard the sounds of Fairy Tail's celebration.

Laxus POV

I looked across the room while pulling my sound pod from my ears to hang around my neck. I could not believe we won. The levity I felt in this moment was something I didn't think I would ever feel again after Fantasia. I have been welcomed back, and forgiven by my family. We have won the GMG, and are back to being the number one guild.

Crossing my arms over my chest, I leaned back in my chair to watch my nakama as they enjoy their victory. My team has long since dispersed; Ever was in a corner wrapped around Elfman, Freed had pulled Mira aside and was absorbed in conversation with the white haired bar maid. No idea where Bix has slipped off to. Knowing him I don't want to know where he has gone. A small smile tugged at my lips as I lived vicariously through my guild mates.

Watching them all, my eyes made a second pass around the room. With a start, I realized that a certain celestial mage was missing from our ranks. Had I seen her at all since the party began? I hated to admit it, even to myself, but after her battle with Flair, I began watching her every move. I know she's my mate; the way my inner dragon reacted when Lucy was almost beaten to death by Minerva cemented that fact in my mind. Claiming her was beyond all my deepest hopes. So I resigned myself to the only peace I could accept; to watch her and make sure she would always be alright.

Closing my eyes, I breathed deep to see if I could locate her strawberry, honey-bourbon scent. Sulfur; cherries; summer rain; arctic snow; iron and ink, my nose was getting over loaded with the smell of those close to her; Natsu and his new mate Lisanna, Grey, Juvia, Gajeel and Levy, but no Blondie.

My eyes sweep the room again as I fight to silence a low growl rising in my chest. Natsu and Gajeel clearly having heard me, turn and look at me with eye brows raised. They are both mated and know well what my growl means. Natsu's eyes quickly scans the room, and came to the same conclusion Gajeel has. Blondie is not among us, and that is putting my inner dragon on edge.

'Lucy…outside' Natsu locked eyes with me and silently mouthed the two words I needed to know.

With a slight incline of my head, I stand and make my way to the door. Finding my Blondie is the only thought in my head.

~0.o.0~

Lucy POV

I take a deep breath as I lean on the balcony railing; the night air is cool and soothing on my battered body. I tip my head back, and smile at the stars shining above me, their light filling my heart. A soft sigh escaping my lips before I find myself chuckling as the raucous laughter and noise of my family filters through the door. We have won the GMG and couldn't be happier.

I whisper to myself, "Heh, I should say they won the games not me…" I closed my eyes to keep my unshed tears from making their way down my cheeks. "I wasn't of any help. I'm still weak."

"You're not weak, Blondie," a masculine voice responded behind me.

I jump, yelping in shock. My hand is flying to my heart even as I sink to the floor, panting to regain my equilibrium.

"Sweet Mavis, Laxus, … Fuck! You scared the crap out of me." I giggle slightly while leaning back to look up at the guild's 'lightning god.'

"What are you doing out here, Blondie? Party's inside ya know." Laxus' voice soft as he sinks into a crouch before me.

The heat of a blush infused my cheeks as I watch the muscles shifting under Laxus shirt as he gets comfortable. I have always had a thing for the older mage; there is something about Laxus that draws my undivided attention. I can't help but be aware of him. I smile at Laxus, shifting so my back is pressed against the railing I was leaning over before he startled me.

"Needed to get away from all the insanity." Keeping the answer simple, I hope won't ask for details as to why I needed an escape. "I was about to head to my room for the night."

"I wouldn't suggest that." A smirk gracing Laxus' lips "I saw Titania dragging Jellal that way a few minutes ago."

My head falls forward into my hands as I groan. I muttered under my breath. "Well that's just great. No idea what I'll do for a room tonight since everyone seems to have found new roommates." My mind began running through my very limited options.

"Come on, Blondie. Have a drink with me, and then you can crash in my room. There's plenty of space."

My head whips up to stare at the man in front of me. My brain goes into overdrive. A night, alone with Laxus, it is probably the only time it will ever happen. My face splits into a wide smile as I bounce up, grabbing his hand in the process. My mind already forming a plan to thoroughly enjoy this one night I have been gifted.

"Alright. Let's go!" I look back at him, grinning. Considering the prickles of excitement speeding up my heartbeat, and the tingles suffusing my cheeks, I know I must look embarrassed to Laxus.

A/N: I know I know I know. I must be a glutton for punishment trying to write two stories at the same time. but this idea came to me and I just HAD to write it. Please read review and favorite. Let me know what you think !