Chapter 11: Cana Alberona

The purchase of land in the forest area east of Magnolia City was successful. The land acquired by Fairy Tail is 100 hectares in size. The purchase of the land cost two billion Jewels. After the land purchase was made, the Guild immediately hired Reedus to help in designing the battle arena as well as various shophouses and hotels that would be built in the area. With Reedus' participation, currently only five people know about the plans to build a battle arena in the Fairy Tail guild.

The creation of the designs for the battle arena, shophouses and hotel took two full days. Meanwhile, Allen and Reedus work on designing the building that will be built. Gildarts and Makarov went looking for the ingredients Allen needed to make a crystal that could measure a person's magical energy. Although Allen never made such an item in his life. He had always come into contact with that item back in the Douluo Dalu world. Therefore, Allen was very familiar with the composition of these items. Allen only needed to look for materials with the same function to build magic power measuring crystals.

Meanwhile for Laxus. He currently still couldn't do anything. Therefore, he couldn't help in the work being done at the moment. What he did was train to increase his strength.

When the design has been completed. Allen immediately went to the area where a fighting arena and other things would be built. He used his earth element ability to flatten the entire area. Makarov, Gildarts, Laxus, and Reedus saw Allen's actions and became increasingly amazed by the power he possessed.

Regarding Allen's background. They still didn't know because the last time Gildarts asked about his background, Allen only answered with an ambiguous answer. Knowing that Allen didn't want to discuss such things. Gildarts respected Allen's choice and withdrew his wish.

Construction of the battle arena, shophouses and hotels in the purchased area has begun. Residents who live in Magnolia City are very curious about the development being carried out in the area. In fact, not only them but the members of the Fairy Tail guild were very interested in knowing about the developments being carried out by their guild in that area. Only, they couldn't get anything. Everyone who knew about the development kept their mouths shut. Even Reedus didn't dare to say anything because he was threatened by three people who had the power to destroy him easily.

Makarov promises them that when the time comes. He will inform you about the development. Knowing this, everyone no longer asked and chose to wait. The guild members are currently not lazy about practicing. Everyone is very active in practicing when they are not doing work. Moreover, knowing that others have become stronger, their self-esteem does not accept this.

One week passed.

"Knock! Knock! Knock!"

Allen was working on a magic energy testing crystal project when he suddenly heard someone knocking on his hotel room door.

"Gildarts?"

Allen knew the whereabouts of the person who came to him. He could feel it through his Observation Haki. Knowing that Gildarts had come made Allen quite curious. Until now no one had come at all, not even Makarov and Laxus had come to see him. He asked everyone not to come to see him for some time because he wanted to focus on the work he had. Usually they would meet when he would come to the guild to eat or maybe when he went to check on the construction of his house and apartment.

Construction of Allen's house and apartment is half way underway. At least, it will take another two or three weeks before everything can be completed.

Allen walked towards the entrance and opened it.

"Yo!" Gildarts greeted casually saying, "How are you?"

"As usual. Come in!" Allen immediately allowed Gildarts into his room. Gildarts immediately went into Allen's room.

"Wow, even though it's a complicated job. It turns out you keep your room tidy."

"Working in messy conditions can be difficult or even stressful." Allen said calmly, "Would you like something to drink? You can order from the hotel. I will pay for it"

"It would be good if I would stay here longer. But, I just came here to tell you that I will be away for a while."

"Leave for a while? Did you take on an assignment?"

"Yes," Gildarts nodded, "It'll probably take me a while to get back here."

"Long enough? Was the task you took on quite difficult?"

"SS level. What do you think?"

"Who knows. It might be difficult for you but for me it might be quite easy."

"Hahahaha~" Gildarts laughed listening to Allen's casual words. If someone else had said such a thing, Gildarts would probably have scoffed a bit. But, it's different with Allen. Gildarts knew that Allen's strength was superior to his. Therefore, he did not take lightly what Allen said, "Well, if it were you, you might be able to do it easily. By the way, how is the matter of making magic energy measuring crystals? Running smoothly?"

"So far it's going well," Allen replied, "It's just that I'm not sure it can be finished anytime soon. Maybe…Well, it will take me three to four weeks to complete it."

"That's faster than we expected. Sir and I thought that it would take you months to complete the construction of the device."

"Hm, well, to be honest this tool itself is quite easy to make. It's just that, this is my first time making a tool like this. Therefore it takes a long time. As long as I have experience in making this kind of tool, it might only take one week to complete it."

"So. But, I don't think you need to be too fast to finish building the tool. After all, the construction of the battle arena and others would take a year. There is still a lot of time left before we can use the place."

"What you said is indeed not wrong. However, I also don't intend to take too long to make this tool. I want to finish it immediately. At the same time, with this tool. Our guild members will be even more eager to increase their strength."

"Well," Gildarts nodded.

"How long will you carry out this mission?" Allen asked with interest, "Can you come back before the launch event of the fighting arena?"

"Don't worry, I will definitely come" Gildarts said, "I think it's time for me to go."

"Well. Be careful. Hope you come back safely"

"Hahaha~ Of course! How could I die before fighting you. I will definitely come back and at that time…I hope we can fight"

Allen chuckled softly then said, "Increase your strength first. Your current strength cannot yet force me to fight with my full strength. Even without my full power, you would only last a few minutes in front of me."

"Hahaha~ I definitely will. Then, see you later, Allen."

"Hm, see you later, Gildarts"

Gildarts immediately walked out of Allen's hotel room. A small smile appeared on his face now. Gildarts now had a goal he wanted to achieve. The goal is to beat Allen in one-on-one combat.

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Two weeks passed.

"Listen everyone!"

Right now in front of the house and apartment building owned by Allen. All guild members have now gathered there. The purpose of their coming here was to see the inside of the apartment built by Allen. They had actually seen the interior design of the apartment. However, they wanted to confirm it directly. They wanted to know whether the interior of the apartment built by Allen matched the design they had seen before.

Allen had previously come with Makarov, Laxus, and Reedus to see the house that Allen owned. The three of them were truly amazed by the interior and design of the house they owned. Even Laxus has the desire to build a house the same as the house that Allen owns.

Since the house was completed, Allen has also moved into the house. All his belongings had been put into the house. He is currently even conducting research to build a crystal to measure a person's magic energy in his house.

"The first thing I want to tell you. I hope you guys don't do anything strange there. As long as I know someone is involved in a fight or destroying something in my apartment." Allen's gaze became very sharp looking at the guild members, "I hope you prepare your lives well."

Allen's sharp gaze is very useful. All members of the guild nodded obediently. They dare to provoke others. However, they did not dare to provoke Allen.

"Then the second thing. Please form groups. Each group only contains three members."

The guild members immediately carried out the orders given by Allen. They began to form groups with each group consisting of three people.

"Now I will distribute numbers for each group. The number you get will determine the room you will visit. If a group gets number one, then, that group will go to see room number one, and so on until the last group. Do you understand?"

"Yes!"

Allen then started distributing numbers to each group there. There are 42 members of the Fairy Tail Guild. When they form a group of three people. There were 12 groups formed and one of the groups contained Allen, Makarov, and also Laxus. After the group division had been completed, Allen began to lead the way into the apartment.

"Welcome to Yue'er Apartments!"

When the group entered the apartment. They were immediately greeted warmly by all the workers employed by Allen. There are 20 workers employed by Allen. Two people are responsible for administration, 12 people are responsible for the cleanliness of the apartments and rooms, and six people are responsible for the cleanliness of the clothes owned by the apartment residents.

There is one worker who is responsible for one group. The workers immediately took the group to the room that Allen had previously determined. Allen's group also went to their own room, namely room number one.

All the members of the guild were truly amazed by the interior of the apartment. All the interiors prepared are high-class interiors. Then, they are also given an explanation regarding the rental price and the services they will receive while living in the apartment. The monthly apartment rental fee is 350,000 Jewels. However, specifically for members of the Guild - Fairy Tail. The monthly rental fee that needs to be paid is only 300,000 Jewels. With this fee, they will get all the interiors in the current room along with room cleaning services and clothes that can be obtained every day.

When they found out about it. Without thinking, the Guild members who still lived alone immediately decided to move into this apartment. Each apartment room will be used by three people. The three people are three people in the same group. They immediately agreed to move into this apartment together and use the same room.

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This week was a very busy week for the guild members. This is because they are required to move the belongings they own to their new apartment. However, they are very excited because the new apartment they will live in is very comfortable and luxurious.

"Excuse me, can I sit with you?"

"Hmm?"

A girl's voice caught the attention of Laxus and Allen who were sitting in the guild to relax. Allen is currently eating while Laxus is accompanying Allen there while also resting because he has just finished his afternoon training.

"Yes, please"

"Thank You"

The girl smiled and immediately went to take a seat in front of Laxus and Allen. The girl has short brown hair. Her body is quite small or perhaps it could be said that her body is the average body of a six year old child.

"What's your name?"

Laxus immediately asked the girl's name because he saw that Allen was currently eating. He knew that it was impossible for Allen to start a conversation between them while he was eating.

"Cana, Cana Alberona" The girl immediately introduced herself, "What are the names of you two?"

"Laxus, Laxur Dreyar. Meanwhile the one beside me, his name is Allen."

"Allen? Is it just Allen?"

Allen just nodded his head and continued eating his dish.

"What is your purpose in coming to the guild?" Laxus asked with interest, "Since from last week, you often come to the guild but don't do anything. You don't seem to be a magician either."

"I came here to look for Gildarts"

"Gildarts? What did you find the old man for? Maybe you're a fan?"

Cana was seen lowering her head while listening to Laxus' question.

"I don't think he's a fan" Allen had finished eating and immediately entered into the conversation between the two of them, "You're supposed to be Gildarts' girl, right?"

"Huh?!"

Laxus was stunned to hear this. He was really shocked to hear what Allen said. He then looked at Cana where her body trembled slightly hearing Allen's words.

"Really? Are you the girl of that old man?" Laxus asked with a still unbelievable expression.

"Hm," Cana nodded gently, she then looked at Allen and asked, "How did you know?"

"Hmm, well, what you and Laxus said helped me figure that out. Laxus said that you often came here without doing anything while you said you were looking for Gildarts. Although it is not impossible to have a fan as a child less than ten years old. However, it is very rare for a child under ten years of age to have the tenacity to persist in order to get what he wants unless it is something very important. Your purpose in coming to this place is to meet Gildarts. You always come every day hoping to meet him and even stay in the guild to meet him. Just this action you took is enough to conclude that Gildarts is a very important figure to you."

"Extraordinary…"

Laxus already knows Allen's genius. Even though he already knew that, he was still amazed at Allen's way of analyzing things so easily.

"Where do you live now? Your mother should have died, right?"

"Hm," Cana nodded gently, she then said, "Now, I live in an orphanage in the city, close to the southern city park"

"So. Do you have anything planned to do now?" Allen asked with interest, "Why don't you learn to use magic then join a guild?"

"Learn to use magic and join a guild?" Cana muttered quietly.

"Gildarts is currently working on a mission. The mission he carried out was quite a difficult mission which made it difficult for him to return in the near future. Therefore, why don't you fill the time before his arrival by practicing using magic? Since you are Gildarts' girl, you should have the qualifications to learn how to use magic."

Cana thought for a moment and felt that the advice Allen gave her was not bad, "Hm," Cana then looked at Allen, "Can you teach me to use magic?"

"Yeah, that's easy for me. How about we practice a few minutes from now? I need to digest the food I just ate. No problem, right?"

"Hm," Cana nodded and didn't mind it too much.

"Are you serious about training it yourself?" Laxus asked while raising his eyebrows, "What about the work you are currently doing?"

"That's easy" Allen replied casually, "Besides, it's not my real body that will teach her. My other body will teach him how to use magic."

"Another body?"