Lucy Heartfilia's POV

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And then I heard it.

That one giggle every girl has deep inside.

This giggle was used for once purpose.

And one purpose only.

TO FLIRT WITH SOMEONE AND STEAL SOMEONE ELSE'S MAN!

I looked up to the doorway and my heart metaphorically shattered. There she was, all snuggled up on his arm. She had no care in the world as she held the one thing that kept me whole.

"Be careful, Natsu." Her annoyingly high-pitched voice warned him.

"I'm fine, Lis. Don't worry about me." He said, acting all strong and fearless.

Acting like I simply didn't exist.

"Oh, hey Lucy." He greeted as he took the Captain's Chair at the head of the table, the chair next to mine. I just nodded at him, and started eating my dinner.

But of course, much to my displeasure, Lisanna took the seat on the other side of Natsu. The seat was usually reserved for his First Mate, Gray, but Juvia had swept him away, ensnaring him so he could not escape her clutches.

"You feeling better, Natsu?" Lisanna asked, pressing her chest against the table so it would seem more large.

"I am now, thanks Lisanna. I couldn't have done it without you." He told her, smiling at her.

That was the smile he always gave me.

"Awww. It really was no trouble. Anything for you." She leaned her head on one side of shoulder. On the exposed side of her neck there was a large purple bruise.

And that's when I lunged.

My body leaped off my chair, across the heavily food clad table and onto Lisanna.

Screams echo throughout the room as my fist collides with her perfect face. Blood pours out her noise as she lets out a cry. Not missing my beat, I continue my very necessary assault.

A choir of voices surround me.

"Lucy, stop!"

"You're hurting her!"

"What the hell?!"

I won't stop. I can't stop. Not until her loathsome heart stops beating.

Familiar, comforting arms wrap around me and drag me backwards. "Stop it!" I scream. "STOP IT!"

"Hush, Lucy."

Somehow his voice lulled me. Brought me comfort and peace. I went limp in his arms, the numbness taking over. Inhaling deeply, I savor his prominent scent.

Looking backwards I see none other than the glorious Gray Fullbuster.

***

It was nearly midnight when things settled down.

Lisanna's nose ended up being broken and a her whole face resembled a prune. That didn't surprise me one bit.

But what did surprise me is the fact I broke a couple knuckles.

And the worst part?

Mirajane was the one bandaging my hand.

After popping Lisanna's nose in place and placing a bandage on it, she was sent to bed rest.

And now, I, Lucy Heartfilia, regret everything.

Are you kidding me?

Of course I don't regret it!

White-haired whore had it coming.

To be honest, the feeling of seeing Natsu with her felt worse than my hand.

Amd the awkwardness of being alone with Mira.

"I don't blame you, Lucy." She says softly.

"Huh?" I ask in shock.

"Lisanna always had a place in Natsu's heart. She thought you was just some girl. Nothing happened between them though. Not what you're thinking. I asked her about it earlier." She said, tying the bandage in a neat bow.

I scoffed. "Who was it then?"

"She wouldn't say. But I know it wasn't Natsu. He is too in love with you." She said, her eyes made no indication of lying.

I groaned. "I'm an idiot, aren't I?"

Mira's smile was sweet. "Not really. To be honest, she probably deserved it." Patting my arm, she raised. "I better go check on her." I nodded and followed her out of the room. Icy eyes glared at me.

But the iciest of all, had no anger in them. Only kindness. The fit arms of Gray wrapped around me, yet again. And led me off the deck and into a stock room. "Don't pay attention to them, Lucy." He told me.

"I didn't know it wasn't from him, Gray." I said, letting the tears flow down. All of my pent up idiotic actions finally made their mark down my face.

He held me tight and stroked my golden hair. We didnt say anything. The only thing that could be heard was my soft sobbing. After awhile Gray said "I realize. They don't understand."

"Natsu hates me, doesn't he?" I asked with a sob.

"I don't think Natsu could ever hate you." Gray promises. "Now, lets get you back out there."

Pulling back on the deck, all gazes fall upon us. Feeling extremely self conscious I cover my bare stomach. Today was a bad day to where a crop top.

"Get out of my way! Move! NOW!" The voice that once brought me joy ran through the ship. Natsu stepped forward, a bit of blood decorated his shirt. Probably Lisanna's.

His eyes said relief when they met mine, but malice when he moved to see Gray.

With three long strides, Natsu was in Gray's face. "What's going on here, Fullbuster? Just because something goes down, doesn't mean you can go try to steal my girl." I felt my heart flutter.

Gray seemed unfazed by Natsu's attitude. "Well, I'm sorry you are incompetent enough to be for your girl."

Natsu's face held confusion. "What?"

"While you was with Lisanna, you was too dense to notice Lucy's pain. Did you honestly think she wouldn't be jealous? She knew you two had a history and saw a hickey on her neck after being with you all day. So of course she freaked. I would too. And while she beating the hell out of Lisanna, she broke some of her knuckles. Although I think you hurt ber more. So don't you dare get up in my face, Captain." Gray spat with all he could. He shoved Natsu away and stormed down to the crew's bedroom.

Natsu was enraged. The whole crew was silent. Everyone giving us sympathetic looks. Holding his hand out to me. "Come on, Luce." Hesitantly, I reached out and held his hand.

Once the door to our room was closed he let out a sigh. "Luce, I'm sor-"

"Don't."

"But."

"Don't. I had a wrong assumption and hurt someone. I get it. I was wrong. I will tell her I'm sorry tomorrow. I don't care that you spent the whole day with her. She's your friend, I respect that. Please, just let it go." I beg, running my fingers through my disheveled hair.

Natsu was right in front of me now. He brought my right hand up and started undoing the bandage. "What are you-"

"Hush."

The bandage was unwrapped, my bruise and bloody knuckles was on display. I went to jerk my hand away, but his grip only tightened.

Brining my hand up to his lips he placed a kiss on the first knuckle, and then the next. Once all of my knuckles was kissed, he examined my hand carefully and then released it, making it fall down to my hip. I looked up to his face and his lips was the crimson of my blood. "Natsu." I whisper.

"It's time to sleep now." He says, gently pushing me on the bed. He cautiously unbuttoned and unzips my boots, then carefully lays me down to the bed and brings the covers up to my chest. "Sleep." He commands.

Don't mind if I do.

A/N:

Hello lovely readers.

PLEASE KEEP ALL DEADLY WEAPONS IN THEIR PROPER FASTENINGS.

I know I left it at a cliffhanger last time, I hope this makes up for it...even though it is short.

Dedication to @izzybuddy122 for having awesome comments.

Thank you for all the votes, followers, and comments.

Stay nerdy, bros!

~DeathPasta