Lucy's POV

The sound of singing birds filled my ears, and the sun illuminated my room. The perfect spring morning...
I opened my eyes slowly, and I could see the face lying across me. A beautiful sleeping redhead with the slightest hint of a smile on her face.
Her arm was wrapped around me, and mine was wrapped around hers. A perfect, perfect morning.

"Morning, Sleeping Beauty," I whispered. Her eyes fluttered open.

"Lucy?" she mumbled. Suddenly, another face popped into my mind when I heard her voice. The face that reminded me of everlasting guilt that doesn't end when Erza leaves. The face of my boyfriend, who I love more than anything. Well, not everything. Erza.

"Hey," I whispered. "Erza, I'm sorry, but Natsu's going to be here soon."

It was practically miniscule, but I saw the flash of hurt in her eyes.

"Y-you know how he always sneaks into my house without permission," I said with an eye-roll.

She smiled softly. "Boys. Glad I gave I up on them."

We laughed. She gave me a peck on the cheek and started to get up. It was like she pulled my heart along with her.

"Wait," I whispered, and grabbed her hand. "Maybe..just a minute more."

She nodded. "Of course." We snuggled up for a little longer. I just didn't want to let go.

Erza was making breakfast before she left.

"Hey, Erza, I'm going to take a shower, kay?" I told her.

"Ok," she said and kept cooking.

I walked into my room to choose an outfit. I grabbed some capri pants and a t-shirt, then walked to the bathroom. When I opened the door, I was in for surprise.

The bathtub was full of water and one wonderful Erza.

"I drew you a bath," she smiled.

"Thank you." I smiled back.

"Mind if I join you?" she asked deviously.

I giggled. "Sure."

I sat down across her.

Her hand reached for mine. "I love you, Lucy."

"I love you, too, Erza," I said, "but you know we can't...do this anymore."

"What?" she asked, looking confused.

"I can't keep up this charade any longer."

"You mean we should tell the guild?" Erza asked me. "About us?"

"No, I mean-"

"Because I'm fine with it. If you want," she hurried.

"No, Erza, listen. I'm going out with Natsu, and I don't want to hurt anyone."

"You know, you going out with Natsu never bothered me," she said.

"Well, I think it might bother Natsu!" I exclaimed.

She looked heartbroken for a second.

"Natsu doesn't need to know." she whispered.

"I just...can't stand it anymore. The charades! Natsu could walk in anytime now," I said "And do you think he would like to see his girlfriend taking a bath with another girl?"

Erza sighed. "Well, when you decide to choose your love, tell me!" she said, and got up.

"Wait, Erza!" I reached for her, but she walked out. I jumped out and grabbed a towel, which I wrapped around myself.

"Erza," I exclaimed and ran out. She had ex-quipped into her armor and was on her way out.

I watched her walk towards the guild.

Away from me.

Erza.