You're nothing but a traitor

The morning sun filtered through the window, casting a warm glow over the room. I rubbed the sleep from my eyes and stretched, the remnants of my dream still lingering in my mind. Seraphina's words echoed in my thoughts, filling me with a renewed sense of purpose. Today was the day we would join Fairy Tail.

I quickly got ready, slipping into my usual attire . I met Gadjeel and Jubia outside, both of them looking as determined as I felt.

"Ready?" Gadjeel asked, his voice gruff but laced with a hint of excitement.

"As ready as I'll ever be," I replied, giving him a nod.

Jubia smiled, her eyes sparkling with anticipation. "Jubia is excited to join Fairy Tail!"

We made our way to the newly reconstructed Fairy Tail guild hall. It stood tall and proud, a symbol of resilience and hope. As we approached, I could see members of the guild bustling about, their laughter and chatter filling the air. But as soon as they noticed us, the atmosphere shifted.

Whispers and murmurs spread like wildfire, and hostile glares were directed our way. We walked up the steps, feeling the weight of their stares.

Levy, Jett, and Droy were among the first to approach us, their expressions a mix of anger and suspicion.

"What are you three doing here?" Levy demanded, her eyes narrowing at Gadjeel.

Gadjeel opened his mouth to respond, but before he could, Makarov appeared, his presence commanding respect. He raised a hand to silence the crowd.

"Enough," he said firmly, his gaze sweeping over the guild members. "Let's hear them out."

Gadjeel, Jubia, and I exchanged nervous glances before stepping forward. I took a deep breath, steeling myself.

"We're here to join Fairy Tail," I said, my voice steady.

The crowd erupted into angry shouts and protests. It was clear that our past actions as members of Phantom Lord were not easily forgotten.

Makarov raised his hand again, quieting the guild. "I understand your concerns," he said, his voice calm yet authoritative. "But Fairy Tail has always been a place of second chances. We believe in redemption ."

He turned to us, his gaze piercing yet kind. "Do you truly wish to join Fairy Tail and leave your past behind?"

"Yes," Jubia said earnestly, her eyes filled with sincerity. "Jubia wants to be part of Fairy Tail and make amends for her past."

Gadjeel nodded, his expression serious. "I've made mistakes, but I want to change. I want to be a part of something better."

I looked at Makarov, feeling a swell of determination. "We want to protect and fight alongside Fairy Tail. We understand if it takes time for everyone to trust us, but we're willing to prove ourselves."

Makarov studied us for a moment, then nodded. "Very well. You will be given a chance to prove yourselves. But know this—trust is earned, not given."

The tension in the room eased slightly, though I could still feel the wary eyes of the guild members on us. Makarov's gaze softened, and a small smile tugged at his lips.

"Welcome to Fairy Tail."

Mirajane stepped forward, her warm smile a stark contrast to the tense atmosphere. "Let's get you your guild emblems," she said cheerfully.

She led us to a table with various inks and stamps. One by one, we chose the color and placement of our emblems. I selected a golden emblem on my left hand, a symbol of my new beginning.

As Mirajane pressed the stamp against my skin, I felt a rush of warmth and belonging. This was it—our new start.

The day passed slowly, the air still thick with tension. We tried to interact with the other guild members, but it was clear that trust would be hard-earned. That night, I lay in bed, reflecting on the day's events. Despite the cold reception, I felt hopeful. We had taken the first step.

The next morning, I noticed Jubia was absent. Gadjeel and I decided to take on a mission to keep ourselves occupied. As we scanned the job board, we were interrupted by Jett and Droy.

"You think you can just waltz in here and act like everything's fine?" Jett snapped, his eyes blazing with anger.

Gadjeel remained calm. "We're here to prove ourselves. If you have a problem, let's settle it."

Droy stepped forward, his expression equally hostile. "Meet us at the park in Magnolia. Let's see what you're made of."

Gadjeel nodded. "Fine. I'll be there."

He turned to me. "Take a mission without me. I'll join you later."

I hesitated, then nodded. "Be careful, Gadjeel."

As Jett and Droy led Gadjeel away, I decided to follow them discreetly. I kept to the shadows, my heart pounding in my chest. When they reached the park, I hid behind a tree, watching as the confrontation unfolded.

Jett and Droy wasted no time. They began to attack Gadjeel, their fists flying. Gadjeel didn't fight back; he simply took the blows, his expression stoic.

"Is this all you've got?" Jett taunted, his voice filled with bitterness.

Droy landed a punch to Gadjeel's gut, causing him to double over in pain. "You're nothing but a traitor."

Suddenly, a new voice cut through the tension. "What do you think you're doing?"

I turned to see Luxus approaching, his expression a mask of fury. He glanced at Gadjeel and then at Jett and Droy.

"Are you attacking a fellow guild member?" Luxus growled, his eyes blazing.

Jett and Droy stepped back, fear flickering in their eyes. "Luxus, we—"

Luxus ignored them, his focus shifting to Gadjeel. "You," he spat, his rage intensifying. "You think you can join Fairy Tail after everything you've done?"

He raised his fist, ready to strike Gadjeel. I couldn't let this happen. Before Luxus could land his punch, I leaped out from my hiding place and positioned myself between them, catching Luxus's fist in my hand.

"Stop!" I shouted, my voice echoing through the park.

Luxus's eyes widened in surprise, but his expression quickly turned to one of anger. " Get out of the way. This has nothing to do with you."

"It has everything to do with me," I replied, meeting his gaze with unwavering determination. "Gadjeel is trying to change, just like I am. We're here to prove ourselves, not to fight our own guildmates."

Luxus's eyes narrowed, but he didn't lower his fist. "You think you can just walk in here and everything will be forgiven?"

"No," I said firmly. "We know it will take time, but we're willing to earn your trust. Attacking each other won't solve anything."