In honor of my first story, "Housing" being published a year ago,(4/24/2013) I'm putting out the sequel as promised. Some of you guys send me PM's begging for another 'Housing'. Ever wonder what happened between Jellal and Erza? Heres the missing piece of the puzzle. ~Hana

The warm rays of the yellow sun peaked through the sheer curtains covering the clear windows of the Fairy Tail dormitories. The yellow trail made a certain sleeping mage's scarlet hair glow like the fire in her heart, Erza Scarlet. It was the name given to her by her childhood friend and lifetime love, Jellal Fernandes.

Slowly, her eyes fluttered open as if she could hear the sun beckoning her to awake. This was the day. )Exactly three years ago Jellal professed his love to her. Erza thought it was short and sweet the way he told her that she was his whole world. However, short and sweet for Erza- was rather long and drawn out for the normal girl. After stumbling to even say her name correctly, Jellal's face was almost as red as her hair while he tried to spit out the rest of his confession. Erza didn't see it that way. It's funny what some people do when they're in love.

Moving her gaze from the window, Erza turned her head to the right, only to come face to face with the sight of an absent lover. Confused, she sat up in bed.

Today of all days. Don't tell me he went on a mission.

Putting her feet on the ground, Erza stood up and clutched what she was wearing- a large white shirt that fit her as a nightgown,and fell right below her butt cheeks. She gazed around her room for any signs of Jellal, and found none.

Erza, as well as Mira, had of the two rooms that set apart the girls' side from the boys' side. Jellal and Laxus set the boys apart so no one would ever dare to sneak to the other dorms. Having one S- level mage guarding the split sides was one thing, but 4 was just too much for anyone to take on.

The room was large in size and classic white. The carpets were white, the sheets were white, the curtains were white, the walls were white, basically everything was white down to Erza's bunny slippers. The bed was grand, royal if you will; its size surpassed that of a king. Following the king bed was a set of large white French doors that led to the most gorgeous view of the town and Magnolia's lake. Walking over to the doors, Erza placed a hand on the glass and welcomed the new day with shining eyes.

"Were going out tonight." she remembered out loud the promise Jellal had made to her weeks before. Erza nearly jumped for joy when she heard that Jellal was taking her to a famous restaurant in Magnolia. Famous for one thing and one thing only- the three year long waiting list. It was said that one bite of their dessert would make any maiden's heart quiver with love. And one looks at their prices was enough for a man to clean out his savings. However, every guest has left fully satisfied.

"I should shower, it's nearly ten! I can't believe I slept in on a day as important as this..." Erza said before rushing into the bathroom and slamming the door behind her. Leaning over the counter, she looked at herself in the mirror. "I'm a mess!" The thought aloud as her hands raked over her skull in a desperate attempt to fix her hair. "I'll just shampoo it out... Right?" Erza said as her hand turned the shower knob and she heard the hiss of the water. Slipping the shirt she was wearing onto the floor, Erza was met by arctic waters as she stepped into the shower. Jumping out of the way of the water, Erza moved the knob again, and the water temperature rose. Standing back under the water, Erza wet her hair and her back before the water temperature continues to rise, reaching temperatures that rivaled that of hell. Letting out a high pitched scream, Erza jumped out of the water, and fiddled with the knob until the water was bearable, and continued to wash her hair.

"Maybe this one, ?" She sale clerk said, pointing to a shiny ring in the display case.

"Much too flashy." Jellal retorted.

"Perhaps the lady would like pink?" The sales clerk tried again.

"Much too girly." Jellal said, his gaze unwavering.

"Do you know her birthstone? For a women who is interested in astrology for instance, it's a great gift." The green haired clerk tried to save his sale as he noticed Jellal's face waver.

"Listen," Jellal glared at the clerks name tag "Zoro. This isn't just any ring, it's an engagement ring. It has to be beyond perfect." Jellal sighed, "Could I speak to a manager."

"Nami." Zoro called to a well endowed orange haired woman. "You're the engagement ring expert, could you help Mr. Fernandes here find the 'beyond perfect' ring?"

"Engagement is the name of my game Mr. Fernandes, don't you worry." The woman said as she pushed Zoro aside. "So tell me about this girl, what's she like?" Nami leaned over the counter with a pad and pen in hand, reading to find this girl the perfect ring.

"MIRA! WHAT DO WE DO!?" Erza screamed to her lifelong friend.

"Well, we shouldn't panic, it'll be alright." Mira said as calmly as she could while in reality she was freaking out beyond comprehension.

"HOW CAN WE NOT PANIC! MY HAIR!" Erza said, clawing at her skull. "I should just call the date off." Erza said as she laid back on her bed, letting her damp hair fall all around her face.

"Don't do anything that rash." Mira said. "I know just what you need; I'll grab it in the bathroom." Mira said before rushing off, leaving a wallowing Erza behind.

"Everything is ruined. Of all days, this one had to be the day when my hair up and did whatever the hell it wanted." Erza mumbled to herself.

"Erza..." Mira questioned.

"Yes." Erza's voice was muffled by her hands over her face.

"Have you seen this?" Mira asked.

"Seen what?" Erza's interest was peaked as she imagined what Mira was looking at. Maybe the mess of her bathroom with hair care products everywhere.

"How romantic." Mira's voice was soft.

"Romantic?" Erza almost laughed. How could a mess be romantic? Picking herself up, Erza figured she'd at least see what Mira was going on about.

"Erza, it's beautiful." Mira was admiring something on the back of the door. When Erza's eyes met the figure of admiration, her eyes filled with tears.

"Okay Erza we are fixing your hair right now, and I will not take no for an answer. I'm calling in the troops." Mira said before rushing into the hallway.

"LADIES!" Mira yelled down the hallway. Small heads poked out of colorful doors. "Juvia, your straightener. Lucy, anti frizz spray. Levy, were going to need your teasing comb and your pink brush. Evergreen, mousse and your makeup." Mira started ordering the girls around and before long they were all in Erza's room crowded around her hair and face. "Let's get to work." Mira said.

"Still wrong!" Jellal said. It's almost time to meet Erza and I still don't have a ring...

"I'm sorry Sir! Our other clerk, Sanji, will be on here soon and he is the master." The orange haired woman tried to console Jellal.

"I thought you were the master." Jellal questioned.

"Zoro is always wrong." Nami stated bluntly.

"I'mjust not sure I'll be able to find a ring." Jellal sighed as he slumped in a chair.

"Not with that attitude you won't." Nami said. "I help men find rings all the time. Not only rings but necklaces, bracelets, earrings, you name it!" She added as she sat in the chair across from Jellal's. "But my point is, I can tell this means a lot to you, and you really want it to be perfect." Crossing her legs she continued. "You'll find the ring." She smiled.

"Thank you." Jellal said, looking up at her. "I'm more relaxed now."

Jellal noticed Zoro, the green haired clerk, talking to a new blonde clerk who just came on the floor. The blonde stood taller than the green haired man, and was a lot skinnier. One of his eyes were covered, and he had a charming laugh.

"Sanji, reporting for duty." Just as the words escaped the blond man's mouth, Nami was standing.

"SANJI. ENGAGEMENT RING." The blonde mans man's smile dropped, and Jellal saw something twinkle in his eye.

"You've got it, captain." Sanji said.

"Hey!" A short black haired male poked his head out of the back room and said. "I'm the captain!"

"Of course you are Luffy." A long nosed cashier added, waving his hand.

"Luffy-bro, come check out this diamond." A raspy voice from the back said.

"Alright!" The black haired man disappeared as fast as he had come out.

"Don't you worry, Mr. Fernandes! The Straw Hat Jewelers are the best in Magnolia. We wont won't let you down." The orange haired woman offered Jellal a hand as he rose from his seat, and walked towards the blonde clerk.

"So, what can I do for you today?"

"There." Lucy breathed out, sprawled on the bed next to Levy and Juvia.

"After only two and a half long hours," Levy continued the sentence.

"We'refinally finished." Juvia concluded.

"And honey, your makeup is perfect." Evergreen said as she pushed up her glasses.

Erza stared at the mirror. It was done. Her hair was perfectly in place, her makeup was flawless, and her dress was beyond perfect. Erza admired herself. Her hair was up, and set with beautiful pins that sparkled when she moved. Her makeup was a creamy white color that complimented her dress. And her dress. Oh her dress. It was hung up behind the bathroom door with a note pinned to it that read "See you tonight." Erza didn't need a degree in brain science to figure out that Jellal had bought her a dress for the night. And this dress was not any dress, it was the best dress. Erza could never dream at the cost. The fabric felt as if it were made of spiders silk. The dress reached the bottom of her toes, and was a halter top with an open back. To say the least, it was beautiful. The subtle sparkles shone when she walked. When she walked. Oh it was so beautiful when she walked. Her legs were snug in the skirt, and her butt was perfectly complimented. Jellal had done good, to say the least.

"I wish Natsu was romantic." Lucy whined.

"Gajeel is surprisingly romantic." Levy said.

"No way." Lucy laughed. "Gajeel? Gajeel Redfox. I don't peg him as the romantic type." Lucy said.

"Me neither. But, oh girl, it's great." Levy smiled.

"It's almost time to leave Erza." Mira said. "Do you want us to walk you?" Mira asked.

"No, I'll be meeting Jellal there." Erza said as she grabbed a purse and placed a few items inside.

"Good luck hun." Mira said.

"Thank you girls." Erza opened her arms for a group hug. "You really saved me."

"ITS NOT IT!" Jellal said, tugging on his hair.

"This one!" A black haired woman with a pointy nose held out a ring.

"NO!" Jellal said.

"This!" Zoro held out a purple ring.

"NONONONONO!"Jellal scremed.

"For the lady?" Sanji kept his cool.

"NEVER!" Jellal was now the only customer in the store.

"Maybe something like this?" The cashier with the long nose held out a green ring.

"No..." Jellal lowered his head in shame. "Maybe it's time to give up. I'm late for dinner." Checking his watch, Jellal noticed he was late by ten minutes.

"Luffy..." The orange haired girl caught the small black haired boy's attention. "Go see what Franky has, in the back" She finished the sentence and the employees gasped.

"But Nami..." The cashier started.

"I know what I'm doing Usopp." The orange haired woman snapped.

"But, for a mere customer whom you know nothing about, are you sure?" Usopp asked.

"I know what I need to know. This 'Erza' girl is one of the luckiest girls I have never met." The sentence sounded weird to Jellal, but he continued to listen. "She has a man who is willing to sit in a jewelry story for over five hours looking for a ring. Most men are in and out in ten minutes. He's willing to go the distance, so I am too." Nami pointed to the black haired man. "Go, Luffy." She said, and he nodded before disappearing behind the curtains.

"She doesn't do this for just anyone." The raven haired woman spoke up. "I'm Robin." She held out a hand, which Jellal gladly accepted.

"Jellal Fernandes." He smiled at the woman as Luffy came out of the back followed by a muscular man with blue hair who was caring a box.

"Mr. Fernandes, I presume." The blue haired man gruffed.

"At your service." Jellal spoke.

"Nice to meet you bro, anyways this is what I got." The man said, leaving all formalities behind unlike the other clerks as he opened the small box.

"That's it." Jellal said quietly. "It's her." He said a little louder. "This!" He turned to Nami. "It's so!" He looked Sanji in the eye. "Just!" Robin smiled at the man.

"Beyond perfect?" Zoro suggested the phrase Jellal was looking for.

"Yes." Jellal smiled. "I'll take it." Jellal noticed Nami's eyes change to dollar signs, but played it off as he was running on only a few hours of sleep.

"Hello Miss, do you have a reservation?" A tall blonde woman in a purple dress spoke to Erza.

"Yes, I'm meeting someone its Fernandes." Erza spoke clearly as she noticed the woman's name tag read 'Ino'.

Looking down into her book the blonde woman scanned the names. "Your party hasn't arrived yet, would you like to be seated now, or wait for him to arrive?"

"I'd like to be seated now please." Erza said to Ino.

"Right this way then." Ino smiled and grabbed a menu. Erza admired the restaurant as she was weaved through the tables to a small table in the back that was in a fancier area. "Your date really went all out.' Ino said as she pulled the chair out for Erza. "You're on the upper level, not everyone gets a chance to sit here, so enjoy it well." She said as she placed two menus on the table. "Not to mention that dress is absolutely gorgeous." Ino added.

"Thank you, my date actually picked it out for me." Erza blushed a little referring to Jellal as her 'date'. Even after all this time she still got butterflies in her stomach when she thought about him.

"You're such a lucky woman." Ino said as she noticed a pink haired waitress walking towards them. "And that's my que to leave. Have a wonderful evening miss." Ino said before walking away.

"Good evening, my name is Sakura and I will be your server this evening." The pink haired woman said. "Can I get you a drink, ma'am." She smiled at Erza.

"Yes, just water for now please. I'm still waiting for someone."

"Very well," Sakura nodded and walked away.

Hurry up, Jellal.

The busy streets of Magnolia were rushing with life. Couples walked arm and arm as they window shopped. Small children played with sparklers. Dogs and cats played tag with each other as mockingbirds sang their songs. It was peacefully, except for a certain blue haired man running full speed down the street practically running into everything and everyone as he screamed apologies.

I have to get to the restaurant soon, im (I'm)already half an hour late. I'm sorry Erza...Jellal thought as he tried to dodge a cabbage stand but ended up running into it.

"My cabbages!" The man exclaimed as Jellal picked himself up off the ground.

"I'm sorry sir, but I'm in a real hurry." Jellal spoke before he brushed off his jacket off and ran off towards the restaurant in sight. Pushing the doors open, Jellal straightened his skinny tie and walked up to a blonde woman with a purple dress on.

"May I help you?" She smiled at Jellal.

"Well-" Jellal opened him mouth to speak.

"Hold on. Blue hair, and red facial tattoo. Jellal Fernandes I presume?" Ino said.

"Yes, how did you?" Jellal questioned.

"Erza left you this." Ino handed Jellal a folded piece of paper. "And if I may be so bold?" Ino leaned into Jellal's ear. "You done fucked up, sir." She whispered so only Jellal could hear. "I'm sorry to say your reservation has expired and someone else has taken your table. I'm going to have to ask you to leave now." Ino stated.

"Yes, I understand. Thank you." Jellal said as he stepped outside and was met by a bone chilling cold gust of wind. Opening the small note, Jellal could swear someone shot him right in the heart, because that's(that's) what is felt like. The note felt like Erza had grabbed his heart, and yanked it out of his chest only to put it in a blender and press puree. The note was simple. To the point. Yet so cruel. As he walked home, he read the note over and over again just to make sure what he read was correct. Jellal Fernandes, never speak to me again. That'snot right. Jellal Fernandes, never speak to me again.

It was official. This day was hell.

"I'm so sorry." Mira said as she consoled Erza, running her back as she cried on her shoulder. As soon as Erza came to the dorms, she slammed the door and the tears wouldn't stop. The boys had never witnessed Erza cry, so they naturally expected the apocalypse or something. Mira ran to Erza, and rushed her to her room along with Levy, Lucy, Bisca, Cana, Evergreen, and Juvia. Erza's makeup started to run, and Evergreen insisted she take off the dress before something terrible happened to that beautiful garment. Erza's response to that was merely tears and refusal.

"Well, I'mnot taking no for an answer so, Mira hold her up please." Evergreen said as she adjusted her glasses.

"One moment Erza." Mira smiled at her as she motioned for Levy to grab a t-shirt from Erza's drawer.

"One. Two." Evergreen said before unzipping the dress in the back, and lifting the halter top over her head, accidentally causing a pin to fall to the floor.

Newly naked Erza leaned down to grab it, and admired the small pin. It was beautiful. A silver flower with a pearl center. Erza brought it closer to her face to admire it before Levy shoved a t-shirt over her head, and blocked her view.

"Oh, sorry." Levy said.

"It's alright." Erza said as she ripped out the rest of the pins. On by one, the pins came out causing her hair to slowly fall. Grabbing the last one, she tugged too hard and it got tangled. "Damn." She said, and tugged again.

"Let me." Mira said as she lightly placed her hands over Erza's, and helped the pin get free. "Alright. Do you want to tell us what happened?" Mira asked lightly.

"He didn't show." Erza said. "It was out anniversary and he didn't show. He left this fancy dress and got me excited and he just left me. Why didn't he come, Mira?" Erza couldn't see Mira clearly because tears flowed freely once again.

"Oh, honey." Mira started as she reached out her hand to touch Erza, but was swatted away.

"Never trust guys. They're all liars." Erza said.

"That can't be true!" Lucy said.

"I mean sure, he didn't show, but maybe he has a good reason!" Levy added. "Maybe he got lost in a library?"

"What if he sprained his ankle and went to the hospital?" Lucy suggested.

"Caught a glimpse of your picture and got distracted?" Juvia said.

"Got drunk and woke up in a ditch?" Cana got slapped on the head with Levy's book.

"Maybe he bought you something really nice and was late because he couldn't decide?" Evergreen suggested, unknown to everyone else- that was exactly what happened.

"Maybe he just didn't want to come.?" Erza said. "Listen guys, it's been a long day."

"Say no more, we're out of here." Cana said.

"We got it." Lucy held a thumbs up.

"You want space." Levy picked up her book.

"Have a good night." Juvia waved.

"Later, partner." Bisca winked.

"Goodnight, fairy queen." Evergreen said almost painfully.

"If you need anything" Mira placed her hand on Erza's. "Don't be afraid to holler." Mira grabbed the door knob. "I'm right across the hall." Mira said.

"Thanks Mira."

"Goodnight!" Mira closed the door, and let out an exhale.

"Mira." a deep voice said.

"JEEZ!" Mira jumped out of her skin. "Jellal don't-" Mira smacked his arm. "Do that."

"I'm sorry, but I couldn't wait. How is she...?" Jellal bit his lip waiting for an answer.

"Well, to be straight. She hates you right now and if you go in there she'll try to kill you." Mira crossed her arms and leaned against the door.

"Ah, I figured. I kind of heard that whole conversation." Jellal rubbed the back of his neck.

"Listen hun," Mira placed a hand on her shoulder. "Give her time." She rubbed her hand on his shoulder. "Why were you late anyways?" She questioned.

"It's a secret." He said.

"It'sa ring." Mira said.

"It's not just 'a ring'." Jellal said, thinking back to his day at the Straw Hat Jewelers.

"A-hah!" Mira squealed. "Lemme see!"

"No way!" Jellal said.

"Just one little peek?"

"Good night, Mira." Jellal turned to walk away.

"Oh poo," Mira puffed out her cheeks before opening her door to retire for the night.

"WHAT DO YOU MEAN YOU DIDNT SHOW!?" Natsu screamed.

"HOW DO YOU NOT SHOW!?" Gray ripped his shirt over his head in frustration.

"I WOULD SHOW!" Gajeel crossed his arms.

"A MAN WOULD SHOW!" Elfman pulled on his hair.

"I CANT BELIEVE THIS!" Laxus gave a loud sigh as he tipped his head back and face palmed.

"I was late. I actually did show but-" Jellal stated telling his friends the story.

"But you missed your chance, partner." Alzack said.

"OH MY GOD!" Natsu said, pulling on his hair along with Elfman.

"Calm down." Jellal said.

"HOW CAN WE BE CALM!?" Gray's pants were in a pile that consisted of all of Gray's lost articles of clothing as it seemed.

"Shut up will you." Jellal rummaged in his pocket, and pulled out a navy velvet case and flipped it open. "This is why I was late."

The boys were quiet for a moment as they stared at the ring.

"Is that," Natsu began.

"An engagement ring, yes." Jellal said.

"Like for marriage?" Gajeel questioned.

"Yes." Jellal sighed.

"For life?" Newly naked Gray asked.

"That's what marriage is." Jellal concluded.

"And you want to marry Erza?" Elfman said. "What a man!"

"Listen, I've been with her since we were kids-" Jellal started but was cut off when Laxus put his arm around Jella's shoulder.

"It's perfect, man." Laxus said, "She'll love it." Jellal's face visibly got less stressed, and he began to relax.

"And now," Gajeel said. "WE DRINK!"

"Er-Erza!" The cry echoed through the boy's down as a blue haired mage was confined to his room, saying only that.

"Jellal? Come on out of your room, it's been a week." Laxus said.

"Never! If I can't have Erza, I can't have anyone!" Jellal said.

"You sound like a teenage girl, come on out." Natsu chimed in.

"Why? So I can be alone! Never!" Jellal said.

"If you're not coming out," Gray rolled up his sleeve. "I'm coming in Jellal." Bracing his arm, Gray banged into the door and forcibly unlocked it.

"No! Shut the door!" Jellal screamed at Gray.

"Alright, alright." Gray said. "I'll handle this guys." He whispered quickly and the guys dispersed.

"Jellal, you're not going to get over her if you don't get out of bed and go after her." Gray said.

"I'm most definitely over her." Jellal said.

"Then why are you in your room crying." Gray asked.

"I'm not crying. I'm sulking." He bowed his head.

"You've been in here for days." Gray said. "We haven't even seen you!" Gray said.

"I've been out." Jellal said.

"Okay, they haven't seen you. I've seen you creeping on Erza." Gray said.

"I'm protecting her." Jellal said.

"You're just making sure that another man doesn't come along." Gray said. "And you're waiting until you have the courage to talk to her."

"No..." Jellal said.

"Yes." Gray said, walking towards the windows. Pulling the shades back, he let light into the room for probably the first time in a week.

"Listen, all of us guys have ladies around and you're just here." Gray said. "Its so backwards it kills me." Gray laughed. "You and Erza are the powerhouse couple of Fairy Tail- You saved her for god sakes and took on a dark wizard just to save her- AND YOURE THINKING ABOUT WALKING AWAY!" Gray picked Jellal up from his collar, and began storming towards his bathroom. "No. I will not have this. If you and Erza cant make it, then none of us have a goddamn chance!" Gray let go of Jellal's collar as he leaned over the tub, causing Jellal to fall on his but inside the porcelain bowl. "Now get your ass cleaned up, go for a walk on the beach to clear your head, and then come back here and man up!" Gray said as he threw some clothes into the bathroom before slamming the door.

"That takes care of that." Gray said, clapping his hands together. Seeing Jellal's jacket on the table, he noticed that the engagement rind wasn't in the pocket. In case... Gray slipped the ring into the pocket, and left, closing the door behind him quietly.

"Its been a week, Mira." Erza was muffled by her pillows. "I should just move on."

"NO!" Mira screamed. "I mean. What will waiting another week hurt?"

"I haven't seen him for a week!" Erza exclaimed.

"Well, to be fair you told him not to let him see you." Mira said.

"Mira. Not. The. Time." Erza clenched her teeth.

"Maybe you need to clear your head?" Mira suggested? "Lets go for a walk!"

"A walk sounds nice... Maybe the beach." Erza thought.

"I love the beach!" Mira smiled

"Im going by myself Mira. I need some time alone."

"Alright hun." Mira said as Erza closed the door. Sighing, Mira stood up. "I guess I'll go down to the guild hall. Walking out of the Fairy Dorms, Mira saw Gray.

"Hello Gray!" Mira waved.

"Were all set on this end." Gray said to Mira

"All set on our end too." Mira held up her hand which Gray slapped in turn.

"Now, we wait." Mira said as the two walked to the guild hall together.

Walking along the beach always calmed Erza. The way the sea rolled over, and the seagulls cawed. It was like all her problems melted away. At least they seemed to. Sighing to herself, Erza gazed up at the clouds.

"Why me?" She asked to the sky.

"Because you're you," She heard a voice say.

"Wha-" She looked behind her, and was met by Jellal.

"Erza." Jellal said softly.

"Save it." Erza turned and began to storm off.

"Erza please, wait." Jellal grabbed her arm.

"Let go of me." Erza said.

"Hear me out, please Erza!" Erza shook him off and continued walking. "It wasn't supposed to be like this!" Jellal screamed. "It was supposed to be romantic and grand. Everything you world have wanted." Jellal said quieter. "I'm sorry." He said. Erza stopped in her tracks.

"Well, I'm sorry too." Erza said.

"Erza!" Jellal ran to her, and hugged her from behind.

"Jellal-"

"No! Don't you talk!" Erza could feel something wet on her shoulder where Jellal's head was. "Listen, Im sorry. I cant make it up to you. I- I fucked up Erza!" Jellal said through tears.

"Its fine." She said, placing a hand on Jellal's head.

"What?" Jellal's eyes shot open at her words, and his heart stopped. "Its fine?" He asked. "Erza, I took your heart, ripped it out, trampled all over it, and you're just 'fine'?" Jellal ripped Erza away and held her by her shoulders, forcing her to look him in the eyes. "You don't have to be strong anymore Erza." Tears rolled down his cheeks as he clenched his eyes shut. "Please."

Erza lifted her hand to wipe his tears away. "Jellal," She said his name sweetly, just as she had done waking up beside him every morning. He couldn't live without her.

"Erza," Jellal's shoulders relaxed, tensed, but relaxed again. "You are the best thing that has ever happened to me." He started. "I can't imagine a life without you, I need you to breath, to eat, and to sleep beside me. I need to know your you're there when I call you on a mission- that you're waiting for me to come home. I need you to tell me how much you love me, only to have me refuse you and tell you how much more I adore you."

Erza's mouth slowly tipped into a smile the more Jellal talked.

"I need you to continue smiling your beautiful smile! To continue to laugh, have fun, and enjoy your life to the fullest. I need you to need me as much as I need you. I need you to love me forever, just as I love you. I need you to never think of being apart from me for more than a minute." Jellal dipped down to Erza's waist while balancing on one knee. "Erza.," Jellal reached in his breast pocket and grabbed the ring.

The ring that took him hours to find. Her ring.

"I need you to say yes."

Erza's hand immediately covered her mouth as tears started to fall. She opened her mouth to try and speak, but was too choked up to talk. Her mouth felt like it was robbed from all its moisture. Tears continues to roll down her face as she could only nod 'yes' frantically at her blue haired lover.

Sliding the ring on her finger, Jellal gave Erza no time to get a hold of herself before picking her up, and swinging her around. He marveled as he watched her beautiful hair follow her in a trail of fire behind her, only to stop when he let her slip down into a hug. Holding her like he never wanted to let her go, Jellal whispered sweet words into her ear, and Erza couldn't help but smile.

"And that's what happened." Erza told Mira who was contently listening on the other side of the bar while she continued to 'shine' the same glass for the past hour.

"I see. So that's what happened." Mira said, nodding her head after listening to Erza's story about her fight with Jellal.

"But, I forgave him. After all, it was partially my fault for reacting that way." Erza laughed at how right Evergreen was about her guess to why Jellal was late.

"That's wonderful news Erza!" Mira smiled as she set a plate with strawberry cake in front of Erza.

"Itadaki-!" Erza was about to shove her delicious treat into her mouth, but she was stopped as Mira grabbed her left hand and thrust it towards her face.

"I see..." Mira said to herself.

"What?" Erza was intrigued at what Mira thought of the ring, but she would never ask Mira to judge Jellal's jewelry decisions.

Mira picked up Erza's delicate, yet fierce hands. These hands could do anything from bake a cake to decapitate thousand foot tall monsters. Moving the ring closer, Mira admired it.

It was simple.

Nice.

Traditional.

Yet not.

Very, Erza, to say the least.

It was rather large, almost the whole width of Erza's finger. One large white diamond was laid in the middle, while accent diamonds went around the edges. Rather than a simple white on white color scheme, the accent diamonds were tinted light yellow, giving the ring an interesting glow about it. "Erza, " Mira sighed. "You are one lucky woman."

Erza took her hand back, and dipped her fork into her strawberry cake. "Aren't I?"

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, FOR ALL MY WONDERFUL FOLLOWERS, AND FANS OUT THERE. I HONESTLY COULD NOT HAVE GONE THIS FAR WITHOUT YOU ALL. Housing has over 100,000 views. ONE HUNDERED THOUSAND VIWES! I feel like a proud mother watching my baby grow up, and go off to save China (Mulan reference y'all) It truly is an honor to have so may views, and the best fans in the world. Shout out to my One Piece and Naruto cameos if you caught those ;D

Bring in the dancing lobsters, once again!