Laxus P.O.V

Light streams through from, what I can hear, is an open window. The light hits my eyes and a low growl creeps up my throat as I crack open one eye.

The sight that greets me is not what I expected. White curtains and the smell of disinfectant hangs heavily in the air. If it weren't for the incredible noise downstairs I would have assumed I was just in a regular hospital room.

'Why am I in the guild?'

Images suddenly rush through my mind, the battle with Reapers Rage, being captured, escaping, I swallow hard at the image of my death.

I sit up fast, eyes scanning the guild infirmary as the final image flits through my mind.

"Lucy?"

My eyes finally land on her prone form, sleeping in the bed next to my own. I pull back the curtain separating us and place my feet on the floor fully intent on walking over to her when the door opens.

"Laxus-San please lay back down, you need more rest."

Wendy rushes over to me and pushes on my shoulders. I comply only because I am still exhausted.

"How is she?" I ask as the little girl rushes to check on Lucy.

"She has magic deprivation sickness but she's recovering, I heard she cast three spells that took a lot of magic."

"She did that? What exactly happened kid?"

"After you were taken by the guild master, Lucy, Natsu, Gray, Erza and that mind mage Sarah rushed after you. They were separated and had to fight their own battles, Lucy-San used Urano Metria to win hers and then two other really powerful spells on the guild master. Apparently the winning spell was called heavens judgement, Capricorn said she should have died from using that spell and it's a miracle she's alive."

"She's way to reckless sometimes." My heart hammers in my chest and I'm suddenly much more worried about Lucy than I was before.

'God I love that reckless woman.'

"Laxus-San I'm going to send in master Makarov, he's been really worried about you."

"Alright, it'll be good to see gramps, it's been a while."

Wendy leaves quietly and it isn't long before gramps walks in.

"Laxus my boy, how are you feeling?"

"Tired and sore, how long have I been out?"

"Four days, I suspect you've been told about Lucy's condition."

"Yeah, she'll be okay I'm sure. L-Blondie is way stronger than anyone thought."

"Laxus, I was wondering if you would talk to her about re-joining Fairy Tail once she wakes up, I'm not sure how much you know, but the guilds minds were taken and her family was forced to hurt her. We all want her back and to make it up to her."

I look over to the unconscious woman and nod my head. "Yeah I'll talk to her. I think she wants to come back too."

We talk for a little longer about basically nothing until gramps leaves to stop another brawl. It's late now and the stars are shining brightly out the window. I move over, with some difficulty, to Lucy's bed.

"Hey Lucy, the stars are pretty nice tonight. What the hell am I doing, you can't hear me. Whatever I'm taking you stargazing when you wake up so hurry up."

I lean down and leave a light kiss on her forehead before making my way back to my own bed and falling asleep.

No Ones P.O.V

It's been almost a week since Laxus woke up. For the most part everything is the same except for one little thing. Lucy, although everyone goes about their days like normal the guild gives off a worried vibe as everyone waits for the kind celestial mage to wake up.

Laxus spends almost all day in the guilds infirmary waiting for Lucy and occasionally kicking out a rowdy Natsu.

He sits in a chair by her bed reading from novels Levy left for Lucy. All of them romance novels.

"She wrapped her arms around his neck and tangled her fingers in his hair as he deepened the kiss and pulled her up into his arms. She pulled away from him desperate for air but wanting him more. . . Why the hell would anyone choose kissing a dumb ass named Sebastian over air. Seriously do you actually like these books Blondie?"

Lucy P.O.V

". . . Why the hell would anyone choose kissing a dumb ass named Sebastian over air. Seriously do you actually like these books Blondie?"

'Why is he asking me about books now?'

I force my eyelids to open and immediately know where I am, the guilds infirmary has become very familiar to me over the years especially since Natsu always hurts himself.

I look over and see Laxus, he has a book in his hand and doesn't seem to notice I'm awake. He grumbles something about cheesy romance novels causing me to smile.

'Was he asking if I like that book? That's such a sweet one.'

"That is a really sweet book, I love that one."

My voice comes out hoarse and barely above a whisper but he still hears me. Laxus' eyes shoot to my face and the sweetest smile takes over his features as he puts down the book and grabs my hand with his using the other to stroke my hair.

"How long have you been awake? I've been reading that cheesy book to you for three hours."

"I just woke up, and that book is beautiful I love that story."

"Who the hell would choose kissing a guy over air?"

I sit up quickly and give him a light peck on the lips before laying back down. He gives me a shocked look before smiling a bit and leaning down to kiss me back.

"I think I'd choose kissing you over air." I say with a playful smile, he matches it with a cocky smirk before replying.

"Well yeah it's me, the amazing Laxus Dreyar, anyone would choose kissing me over air."

I give him my best sarcastic look before changing the subject entirely.

"How long was I out for?"

"Almost two weeks," he flicks me lightly on the head before continuing "You're too reckless."

"Hey someone had to save, in your words, 'the amazing Laxus Dreyar.' It's not my fault you always need me to save your butt."

"Hey I would've been fine."

"You were dead, Laxus your soul was literally removed from your body, please explain to me your grand plan to regain your soul defeat a dark guild master and take out his lackeys. Go ahead I'll wait."

He stays quiet for a minute, clearly thinking of what to say before finally giving up.

"Okay fine you're my hero laugh it up while you can."

I smile triumphantly at him before sitting up, unwilling to lay down any longer than I have to.

My body is weak from so much time in bed, but thankfully it seems any injuries I had, have been healed by Wendy. I bring my hand to my back, hoping that maybe she could get rid of the hideous scar there, but still feel the edge of it. I sigh knowing it was unlikely that she could fix such a wound and mentally scold myself for getting my own hopes up.

"What's wrong Lucy?"

I stay quiet a moment not quite sure if I should tell him what's upset me but relent when he gives me a patient look.

"It's just, I guess I was hoping Wendy could do something about that scar, even just fade it a bit, but I know she can't. I just need to stop getting my hopes up."

"You know, I like the scar."

My eyes widen as I stare on at him in shock, 'Why would anyone like a scar?' Apparently Laxus reads minds as he answers my question before I voice it.

"It's a part of you Lucy, I love everything about you, from your perfect chocolate brown eyes, to your cute feet, and everything, including your scars, in between. I love you Lucy, now please tell me that makes you feel better cause I don't like getting corny."

The very red blush that coats his cheeks is enough to send me into a fit of giggles even as tears brim my eyes from his sweet words.

"Yes I feel better, thank you."

His blush lessens and he looks at me seriously quickly changing the subject from his embarrassment.

"Lucy, I wanted to ask you what you plan to do now. You're safe now and I was thinking maybe you would want to re-join the guild."

My smile falters at the thought of re joining Fairy Tail, although I understand their actions weren't their own and want nothing more than to come home there's one problem.

"What about you? You're technically still in exile, I don't want to re-join unless you can, you've clearly shown that you've changed, and I think you deserve another chance."

"Well then Laxus, I'm ready to welcome you back into Fairy Tail."

Master Makarov walks through the doorway where he apparently was listening to our conversation. He jumps up onto my bed and takes my hand, giving me a kind smile.

"Well then, will both of you re-join Fairy Tail? We all miss you."

I look to Laxus who is barely containing a gigantic smile into a small smirk. He gives me a look that says 'it's up to you,' and waits for my decision.

"Yes master, I would love nothing more than to come home. I think Laxus feels the same he's just to stubborn to admit it."

Master smiles lightly at us before breaking into a full on grin. He jumps off the bed and walks over to the door still smiling and leans out into the hall.

"Mira! Bring the stamp!"

A chorus of cheers follow his announcement signaling just how happy the guild is for our return. I burst into laughter when I hear Natsu very loudly ask why everyone is cheering.

"Here you go master, I'm so happy you both are re-joining we've missed you both so much."

Mira's eyes travel down to where our hands are still intertwined, she briefly stares then smiles brighter than anything I've ever seen.

"Blonde haired, blue eyed babies," is the last thing we hear before she strides out of the room leaving us with Makarov, who nods his agreement, and the two of us blushing like mad.

Time Skip, The Next Day

After getting our guild marks back the guild had wanted to start a huge party to welcome us home, luckily Wendy said they should leave me alone to recover more before I could participate in any party.

It's last in the evening when Wendy walks in letting me know that I can go home. I quickly get changed in some fresh clothes, courtesy of Virgo, and start packing up the few items I have with me. As I do this Laxus walks in.

"Hey, I was wondering where you're going to be staying now."

I pause my movements just now realizing I'll have to find another apartment. I sigh my frustration wracking my brain trying to think of a place to stay.

"Well I guess I could try staying with Erza or Levy until I find a place."

"You know you'll basically have to sleep on books at Levy's and Erza's place is filled with nothing but armour and swords."

I think back to the few times I'd visited the women in question and internally groan realizing neither is a very good option.

"Lucky for you I've been awake longer, I got an apartment on the edge of town, you can stay with me if you want."

My heart skips a beat as the thought of leaving with Laxus leaves my cheeks coated in a light dusting of pink. I can't help the smile that cracks across my face and look anywhere but the lightening dragon slayer I call my boyfriend.

"O-okay, that's okay with me. As long as I won't be any trouble."

As if just realizing we will be living together red shoots across Laxus' face. He brings a hand up and covers his cheeks trying to hide his embarrassment.

"Alright then, if you're done here we can head over and get you settled."

I nod and he picks up the small bag I have, swinging it over his shoulder then begins walking to the infirmary door.

I follow closely behind him, calming my blush as we make our way down to the main guild hall.

Shouts of greeting meet me as I step into the main guild hall. Everyone looks to be relieved to see me and I smile greeting them as I go. Natsu bounds up to me like a puppy, followed quickly by happy who flies straight into my chest much to the chagrin of Laxus who glares at the poor little exceed.

"Hey Luce, where are ya going? I thought you'd hang out at the guild with us today."

"Hi Natsu, I'm actually headed to Laxus' place to get settled and relax a bit."

The guilds normal noise disappears quickly leaving it in complete silence as everyone stares at me, shock clearly written on their faces. Natsu being ever the oblivious one continues smiling and talking.

"Why're you going to stay with Laxus? He's super scary, besides you can always come and stay with me and Happy."

"Well you're place is in all honesty Natsu, nasty, besides Laxus is my boyfriend it's kinda normal that I'd stay with him."

I hear Mira gasp and see her faint into Elfman's arms a goofy grin plastered on her face. Suddenly the guild erupts in conversation each person saying almost the exact same thing.

"Damn Mira wasn't messing with us," and "Crap I lost the bet!" Apparently Mira told everyone about us and saw an opportunity to bet on our relationship status. I watch numerous guild members take out large sums of money and smack them down on their tables annoyed that they lost. I briefly hear Cana yell "I knew it!" And see her celebrate as she collects her winnings.

"Holy crap Luce! I thought Mira was messing with me, hey why'd you start dating hi . . ."

A chunk of ice collides with Natsu's head quickly stopping his words.

"What the hell you ice prick!"

"Shut up pinky! I needed to stop you from being even more of an idiot."

"I was just curious why she'd start dating him, I always thought they were kinda opposites you know, and who you calling pinky droopy eyes!"

"Enough both of you!"

At Erzas command the two become best friends, both terrified of the warriors wrath.

"Much better. Now Lucy, I want you to know that if he ever hurts you, you just say the word and Laxus will find himself in immense pain resulting in death, and just so you know, Natsu doesn't mean to offend you, we're all happy for you, and if you believe he is a good man then I see no reason to object."

"Yeah Luce, sorry I hope I didn't upset you."

"We'll support any decision you make Lucy, you've clearly proven how capable you are, even ash brains sees it."

Tears spill down my cheeks as I rush over to my friends and give them each a big hug, grateful for their support and happy they believe in me.

Laxus reaches over and wipes the tears off my cheeks, then looks away quickly clearly embarrassed as Happy purrs, "They liiiiiiiiiiiike eachother."

"Come on Lucy we should head out before the raijinshu attack me."

"Okay, I'll see you guys soon okay?"

"Bye Lucy, get some rest."

"Spend as much time as you need away from flame brain."

"Yeah Lucy I bet stripper over here is making you sick."

I wave bye and we leave before the inevitable brawl starts. As soon as we leave the building green hair pops up directly in front of me.

"Are you feeling well Lucy-Sama, is there anything you need? Maybe some water, new clothes? Evergreen loves fashion."

Bixslow pulls Freed away from me so he isn't too close and Evergreen smacks him with her fan quickly.

"Laxus, are you headed home? We can help you carry your bag."

Evergreen speaks quickly as her and freed look up at him with reverence. I look to Bixslow with an eyebrow slightly arched, stating my confusion at how Freed just addressed me.

"You're Laxus' girl, which means in their eyes you're on the same level as him. Congrats cosplayer, your now one of our fearless leaders."

I inwardly groan at the nickname and watch Laxus bat Freed off his arm as he pries my bag back out of Evergreen's grip.

"We're fine, just go inside. I don't want you guys stopping Lucy from relaxing, she still needs to recover."

Pleased to have an order from their master Freed and Evergreen jump to attention and march over to the guild doors followed by a sauntering Bixslow.

"I gotta say I'm surprised."

Laxus looks down at me eyes questioning as I continue.

"I knew your team would follow whatever you said and be pretty accepting of us but I thought my team would have a problem with us."

"You've earned their trust and much more, if they didn't respect you're decision they'd be crazy."

"Yeah, but I'm really happy that they trust me, it really makes me feel good, it makes me feel like I'm not just weak little Lucy to them."

"You've never been weak, hell you've had Bix's respect ever since you whooped his ass back when," he pauses a moment upset by his past actions," when I staged the battle of Fairy Tail."

I loop my hand around his arm, walking beside him and squeeze a little in hopes of comforting him.

"That's all behind you now. You're a better person today because of your past, besides maybe we would never have gotten together if all the bad things in our lives didn't happen to us."

He smirks and leans down looking into my eyes. Hey puts a hand on my cheek and tilts my head back to look up at him.

"You're right, I'm not going to regret a second of my life now, because it all led to you."

He closes the distance between us giving me a slow but passionate kiss. I smile against his lips and kiss him back grateful for this moment. He pulls away and takes my hand then continues walking down the path to what is now our apartment. I happily follow along looking up at the stars that cover the sky.

My lips stretch into a smile again, something I've been doing quite a bit since I woke up just yesterday. I squeeze Laxus' hand and as we walk through the night I can't help but think everything is as it should be.

"I love you Laxus."

"I love you too Lucy."

Please read the final author note for My Hero.

To everyone who has stuck with me and my slow updating and my slowly improving writing style, thank you. I'm kinda sad that this, my first fanfiction is over but I still have my other one and many more to come I'm sure. I hope you've enjoyed this story and continue reading my works. If you have any ship requests just let me know through review or private messaging which I'll answer as quickly as possible. Thank you for your reviews and thank you for reading. Have an amazing day.

~ShirakaneChan~