A/N: I have been so busy this past few days - actually I'm still busy doing my student's grades -_-. I just update this book because I felt like I needed some escape from my work. Anyway, I hope you enjoy this chapter. 

Khiegilsan

I POUT my lips as I carefully check the codes that they input in the system. I am currently running the system upgrade done by my fellow ITs at Zeref's company. It's been a month since Natsu and I came back from Seattle – and Zeref... being Zeref, he really kept on asking me to return to his company as the Head of IT Department.

At first, Natsu didn't like the idea of working in his brother's company. According to him, he doesn't like the idea of 'me' working as only IT in a big company. And so, Zeref promised that my only job is to check and assist the current IT's in this company. According to Zeref they have potential, and they need a leader who can bring their innate talent.

I pinpoint the advantages on their upgrade and of course I pinpoint the mistakes and how they will fix it. After that, I dismissed them. I stretch my arms above my head and slouch on my chair. Two years ago, I was alone in this office but now I have five juniors that I had to train.

I took a glance on my phone when I saw a Natsu message flash on the screen - he just informed me that he was on his way back to my sister's house to fetch me. A smile immediately forms on my lips. Natsu went to Osaka three days ago because of some minor issues in Dragneel's business.

After all, he is the one who inherited it.

I was lost in deep thought when the office door suddenly opened and Zeref entered. Immediately our eyes met he smiled - I let out a sigh.

"Let's go home, baby Lucy" he said grinning.

I mentally roll my eyes "Natsu told you not to call me that" Natsu told his older brother not to call me 'baby'. But as expected he did not listen either.

He pouted his lips "You are my baby before you become his girlfriend! I don't want to adjust just to please my brother's feelings" talk about consideration -_-

"Shall we go home, brother?" I said smiling to him - completely ignoring his remarks. 

Right now, I live with them while Natsu is away. It's only temporary so I didn't complain (which I normally do), aside from that... I don't want to be left alone in my condo. My condo feels so cold without Natsu being there.

Anyway, the house that Natsu used to stay in here was just a rental house. So when I left the country he decided to stop paying for it and move out. He stayed in Osaka to manage the resort for the past two years.

Hmmm... now that I'm thinking about it. What about when we get married? Where are we staying? In Osaka or here? Now that I'm thinking about it, we haven't really talked about our situation. Though, I'm okay staying there. Should I buy land? Hmm...

I look at him but still remain myself mute. Zeref frowned before looking at me "What is it?"

"I'm planning on buying a land" I said

"Where?"

"Osaka" I said, shrugging my shoulders.

Zeref did not speak until we reached the parking lot. When we got in his car and then he spoke.

"Are you guys planning on your marriage already?" Zeref asked.

I shrugged and put on a seat belt but didn't bother answering him. Hmm... I think I asked the wrong person. Zeref didn't speak the whole ride and I noticed that he really did drive the car faster than before. It almost looks like he was eager to go home.

Hmm... maybe he just misses my sister and my nephew that much.

When we arrived at their house, Zeref hurried inside without saying a word. Is that how he misses my sister?

I quietly entered the house and immediately I heard Zeref crying. My face furrowed, his reaction is too much -_- Aside from that, the whole place smells bad and it really makes my stomach upset. Or maybe, because of fatigue?

I was about to go to my room to rest when Zeref's cries grew louder. I sighed, and just stared at this ridiculous situation.

"That's exactly what she said!" he cried, he was still hugging my sister's waist "I kennat!"

"What's going on sister?" I asked in astonishment, "Zeref are you okay?" I ask worriedly.

"My husband said you're getting married" Mavis said "You didn't informed us, Lucy Heartfilia"

Huh? Me? My face furrowed "What? Me? When? I'm not informed that I'm getting married" I said pointing my fingers to myself.

"You said, you are planning on buying land in Osaka" Zeref said crying.

I nodded to him innocently "Yes, I'm buying a land but I never said that we're getting married" they both open their mouth to speak but I just glare them and continue "Stop asking me about it"

Mavis sighs, "Fine" she said "But..."

"Sister!" I whine "I felt so stressed right now and it's Zeref's fault!" I said dramatically as I pointed my finger to her husband.

Zeref gape at me "Why is it my fault?" he said dramatically.

"You told my sister that I'm getting married when I'm not!" I glare at him.

Natsu hasn't even proposed to me yet. He just asked me what my thoughts were about marrying him and before you criticize me, I don't consider it as a marriage proposal.

My sister sighed, and then gently patted her husband on the shoulder. Zeref immediately looked at her. "That's enough, Zeref" Mavis warned him "They both know what they want"

"But why aren't we informed?" Zeref scolded.

"How can I inform you? We're not getting married yet," I answered back, "Actually I want to take a rest but here I am having a discussion on something I don't know why is being talked about just because I plan to buy a land in Osaka!" I don't know but I suddenly sobbed. I saw the two startled at the sudden change in my mood "The whole house is stench! I'm tired from work! And I want to rest!"

"Baby—"

"Stop with the baby, you Mister fake news!" I sobbed "I'll tell this to Natsu! YOU'RE BULLYING ME!" I shouted.

They both gape at me as if I incorrectly accused them. I heard the door open but I didn't look back - my eyes were even blurry because of the tears. Damn! Am I this tired? My hormones never been like this!

"Who's bullying you?" I heard the familiar voice from behind me "Why are you crying babe?" He immediately went to me and hugged me as if he was protecting me.

The moment I was in his arms I felt a sense of security - I never heard what happened next because I felt dizzy.

And the next thing I knew, everything was black out.

_________________________ End of Chapter #38