[Mini Story: The ThunderMen - Part 1]
These events take place before the Tartaros arc.
No one's POV
Sonic had just returned from a mission with Wendy, Chip, and Carla.
Chip: That mission was way too long, I'm starving!
Sonic: Are you serious? That was super quick. We just had to chase some bandits.
Wendy: Even though it's true we didn't do much either.
Sonic: Of course you did, you uhhh… looked after Chip.
Carla (raising an eyebrow): So now we're babysitters?
Sonic: What? No, I mean...
Suddenly, Laxus pulled Sonic back toward the exit, joined by the Raijin Unit.
Sonic (trying to break free): Whoa, what's going on?
Laxus: We're going on a mission.
Sonic: But I just got back!
Laxus: Not my problem. Besides, you're never tired.
Wendy: Huh? You're leaving?
Evergreen: Don't worry, Wendy. Get some rest—we'll take good care of him. It's a good opportunity since we haven't done missions together in a while.
Freed: Raijin Legion, just like old times.
Bixlow: And since you're an S-Class mage, you can come too.
Sonic (panicking): Wait, it's an S-Class mission too?!
Laxus (smirking): You scared?
Sonic: Me? Scared? Sounds like you've got the wrong hedgehog.
Laxus: Then it's settled—an old-school mission like the good ol' days.
Sonic: Can I at least say goodbye to Wendy?
Laxus: If by "say goodbye" you mean "make out for hours," then sorry, not happening.
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Sonic's POV
After hours of boring walking, we reached the town of Volwatt. Our mission was to stop the lightning that had been striking for a month. The town was dark and closed off—no open windows, barricaded doors. The sky was overcast like it was about to rain, but it was thunder we kept hearing.
Evergreen: This town is basically a catalog of lightning rods.
Bixlow: No one even dares stick their nose outside.
Freed noticed his hair standing on end due to the electricity.
Freed: It's static electricity!
Me (smiling): Nice new hairstyle!
Bixlow: You should see yours—you look like you're about to go Super Sonic.
I saw my hair was standing up too. So was Evergreen's. Only Laxus wasn't affected. I could feel lightning about to strike.
Me & Laxus: It's coming!
Lightning struck. Laxus intercepted it by raising his fist to the sky, acting like a lightning rod.
Me: Whoa, can I try?
Laxus: If you want to become lunch, be my guest.
Evergreen: We'll help! Fairy Shot...
She was struck by lightning and electrocuted. I raised my hands to the sky and was struck by another bolt. I felt immense pain—then started laughing.
Freed: What's so funny?
Me (laughing): Nothing ahahaha... it just... ahahahaha it tickles!
They all looked at me confused.
Laxus (confused): You haven't gone masochist from flying around with Wendy, have you?
Me: Huh? Of course not!
Laxus: That's enough! Lightning Dragon's Roar !
He roared thunder that cleared the clouds instantly. The sky lit up again. The townspeople came out and surrounded us, stunned by what had just happened.
Freed: Uh... what's going on?
To our surprise, we were welcomed with applause. They knew Laxus and me from our performance at the Grand Magic Games.
???: Look, it's Laxus from Fairy Tail!
???: Sonic the Hedgehog is here too!
???: Mr. Laxus, can we shake your hand?
I looked at Laxus, already surrounded by young girls.
Bixlow: I wish I were in your shoes, Laxus.
Laxus: You can take my place—I'm not interested.
I thought the same would happen to me... but I was surrounded by 10-year-old girls.
Me (disappointed): ARE YOU SERIOUS? WHAT IS THIS NONSENSE?!
Evergreen (mocking smile): That's called popularity!
Me: Not the kind I wanted!
Freed (surprised): Uh, Sonic—your eye...
Me: What about my eye?
Bixlow summoned a floating mirror. I saw that I had the same scar as Laxus on my right eye.
Me (shocked): WHAT IS THIS?!
Laxus (unfazed): Ah, it finally happened?
Evergreen: What's happening to him?
Laxus: His lightning magic level increased—probably from the electricity he absorbed earlier.
Me: Wait wait wait—I thought your scar came from shaving wrong!
Laxus (angry): You want me to punch you?
Me (nervous): No sir!
Laxus: It's normal. It's a sign you're mastering your lightning more.
Me: So I'm stuck with this scar forever?! And my hair already makes me look like a Laxus wannabe Pikachu!
Laxus gave me a dark look and knocked me out with a punch to the head. I woke up minutes later in a lounge on Evergreen's lap, with the others sitting nearby.
Freed: Took you long enough to wake up!
Me: Where... are we?
???: Oh, you're in my residence. Glad you're alright.
In front of me stood a short man with purple hair and a pink suit, next to an old butler.
Me: Excuse me, and you are?
???: This is Mr. De Cybele, mayor of Volwatt, and I'm Ga Maille, his butler. We're the ones who sent the mission.
Me: Ah, nice to meet you.
Evergreen: Say, can you get off my lap now?
Me (smiling): Already? But I'm so comfy here.
Evergreen (angry): I swear, if you try anything shady, I'll make sure you never run again.
Me (smirking): Oh? Isn't it supposed to be me saying that to you?
She paused, then blushed and threw me to the ground, pinning me with her heels.
Laxus: Anyway, can you tell us why you needed us?
The mayor's smile turned into a scowl the moment Laxus brought up the mission.
De Cybele: Because it's your fault, Laxus!
Freed: How is it his fault?
Ga Maille: I think Laxus remembers what happened a week before the Grand Magic Games.
Laxus thought for a moment, then realized.
Laxus: Oh crap.
Me: What did you do?
Laxus: I was coming back from a mission and got attacked by bandits. I was pissed, so I used magic to teach them a lesson...
Ga Maille: Ever since that day, lightning hasn't stopped striking this town.
Laxus: So what do we do?
De Cybele: You'll get rid of the lightning!
Freed: But how?
De Cybele: That's your problem. You caused it, you fix it.
Ga Maille: Imagine if the people who adore you found out you caused their misery. It would tarnish both your image—and Fairy Tail's.
Laxus: Fine. We'll handle it. Raijin Unit, let's move.
We all stood up and left the lounge. As we headed for the exit, I pulled Bixlow aside.
Bixlow: Hm? What is it?
Me: Can you possess an object in the mansion to spy on them?
Bixlow (confused): Huh? Why?
Me: Something's off about this whole thing. It'd help our investigation if we kept tabs on them.
Bixlow: Alright, if you say so.
Bixlow enchanted a cat statue that snuck into the mayor's office.
[End of Mini Story]
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Shadow's POV
A week had passed since our mission in Metropolis. I took Omega with me and had him join Sabertooth. It was pretty easy.
Flashback
I entered the guild with Omega, half-destroyed from the fight against Perfect Chaos. Everyone was shocked to see me wounded.
Yukino (panicked): Shadow?! Are you okay? What happened?
Me: Long story, but first I need some tools to repair Omega.
While fixing Omega, I explained my adventures with Sonic and the others, our encounter with Omega, and how I fought Solaris while Sonic fought Chaos.
Sting: Man, your stories are never boring.
Me: Anyway, Omega's joining the guild.
Sting: Huh?
Me: He's joining the guild.
Sting: But I'm the one who gives orders!
Me (authoritative): I said—he's joining the guild.
Sting (shivering): Ok, he's in the guild!
Minerva (laughing): Sometimes I wonder which one of you is actually the guild master.
I changed Omega's shoulder symbols to Sabertooth's and powered him on.
Omega: System boot complete: I am E-123 Omega.
Me: Now a member of Sabertooth.
Omega: Info updated: Guild—Sabertooth. Mission: Protect weak individuals and guild members.
Rogue: He knows the basics. That's good.
Lecter: What else can he do?
Omega: I'm a war machine with all types of integrated firearms. I can scan sectors, decipher old and new languages, record data, and copy some lost magics I've backed up.
Me: Omega, analyze everyone here except the Exceeds. Include sexual preferences and virginity status.
Everyone except me and Omega: WHAT?!
Omega: Analyzing...
Yukino: No, don't analyze anything!
Omega: Analysis complete:
Sting Eucliffe: Male, White Dragon Slayer, 3rd gen. Nicknames: Twin Dragon, Natsu's #1 fan, flirt, guild master.
Sexual preference: Women—Yukino Agria.
Virginity: Still virgin.
Rogue Cheney: Male, Shadow Dragon Slayer, 3rd gen. Nicknames: Rogue, Twin Dragon, frog-suit guy, Frosch's baby.
Sexual preference: Women—Minerva.
Virginity: Lost to Minerva during a wild night at a bar.
Yukino Agria: Female, Celestial Spirit Mage. Nicknames: Shadow's woman, Mrs. Hedgehog, Mage with big boobs.
Sexual preference: Men—Shadow and Sting.
Virginity: Taken by Shadow after she seduced him, causing multiple pregnancy risks.
Minerva Orlando: Female, Materialization Mage. Nicknames: Boss's daughter, sexy guild MILF.
Sexual preference: Men—Shadow and Rogue.
Virginity: Taken by Shadow after he seduced her, causing multiple pregnancy risks.
End of analysis.
Everyone stared at each other with red faces, then turned to me.
Sting: So you do still have feelings for Shadow, huh?
Yukino (embarrassed): N-No! It's not what you think!
Sting: Then why do all those nicknames involve him?
Yukino: I don't know!
Rogue (crouched, traumatized): Even a robot knows about my frog costumes...
I loaded my shotgun and walked toward Sting as he backed away.
Me: So you're Yukino's new guy, huh?
Sting (sweating): Uh... Shadow, why the shotgun?!
Yukino: You're not really gonna kill him, are you?!
Me (evil grin): Not yet. I just want a man-to-man talk.
Sting: There aren't supposed to be shotguns in man-to-man talks!
End of Flashback
Ah, what a memorable day. I was now sitting in the guild hall, sipping coffee, when Omega—just back from a mission with Yukino—approached me.
Omega: Shadow, I have a transmission for you.
Me: Let me guess—Chelia?
Omega: Affirmative.
Since Omega arrived, she's been sending me messages through him even though we have phones. I plugged in my earphones so no one else could hear, just in case it got embarrassing.
Chelia: Hey Shadow! I don't know when you'll hear this, but in three days we're having a Thanksgiving party at Lamia Scale, and Wendy and I are preparing a song. I hope you'll come see us. Love you, my little chocolate éclair. Take care!
The message ended. I unplugged the earphones.
Me: Thanks, Omega.
Omega: I also have another important piece of information regarding you.
Me: Hm? What is it?
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Chelia's POV
Sonic: Perfect—just a few more shots and it'll be awesome.
Sonic was taking pictures of us in our concert outfits for Thanksgiving posters, though it made Wendy a bit uncomfortable.
Wendy (shy): Do we really need this many pictures?
Sonic (trying not to nosebleed): Don't worry. We need every angle!
Carla, in her human form, smacked him on the head.
Carla (angry): Just admit you're taking pervy photos for your gallery!
Sonic (smirking): If you want, you can join in. I still have your outfit, you know?
Carla: For the last time—I'm not singing!
That's when Shadow burst into the room, locking eyes with me. I couldn't help but blush when he lowered his gaze to look at the outfit I was wearing.
Me: Shadow? What are you doing here? I thought I told you the party was in three days.
Shadow (annoyed): Oh, I can leave if you want. For once, I come all the way here to see you and you want me gone?
Me: What? No, I didn't say that!
Sonic (smirking): Well well, Romeo and Juliet, are we interrupting something?
Shadow: Yes, and it would be better if you shut up... (He saw the camera in Sonic's hand) Chelia...
Me: Uh, yes?
Shadow made a shotgun appear and loaded it.
Shadow: Do you remember what I did to the photographer who was taking pictures of you?
I shivered at the memory.
Me: You put him in jail?
Shadow (pointing the weapon at Sonic): Not only will I imprison Sonic, but I'll put him in a coffin first.
Sonic, Wendy, and Carla: WHAT???
Me: No, please! He didn't do anything wrong—he was taking pictures of Wendy, nothing bad.
Shadow: Fine. Sonic, show me the photos.
Sonic: Huh? No! You want to check out my girl again?!
Shadow: If I see one single photo with Chelia in them, I'll bury you right here.
Oh no, all the photos had me in them. We're in trouble.
Sonic (annoyed): Fine, here!
He handed him the photos. Shadow looked through them before handing them back.
Shadow: Okay, you're clean.
Me: Huh?
I looked at the photos, and there wasn't a single one of me—even though I was standing right next to Wendy. It was like I was invisible in the pictures.
Sonic: See? You had nothing to worry about. You just wanted to spy on my girl.
Shadow: Hmph.
He took my hand and led us out of the apartment. I saw Omega at the entrance.
Me: Okay, what's going on?
Shadow: I need your help.
Me: G.U.N. needs us?
Shadow: No.
Me: Then why do you look so serious, like something important's going on? (pouting) And you didn't even compliment my outfit for the big day.
Shadow: I don't give a damn about your outfit... I've always told you I prefer your birthday suit.
Me (blushing furiously): WHAT?!
Shadow: Anyway, let's go. Chaos Control!
He teleported the three of us into space. We were inside a massive base, looking down at a huge planet—not Earth, but Mobius, Shadow's home planet. Realizing we were in space, I held my breath.
Shadow (annoyed, looking at me): Uh, what are you doing?
Didn't he realize I couldn't breathe in space? I gestured frantically, but Omega and Shadow looked at me confused. Shadow eventually hit me in the chest, forcing me to breathe again.
Shadow: You can breathe here, idiot.
Omega: Oxygen detection in the Space Colony ARK confirmed.
The Space Colony ARK? Wait... this is...
Me: This is where you were created!?
Shadow: Yes.
Me: Why are we here?
Shadow: You'll understand as we go. Follow me.
We walked through the giant base in silence for a few minutes, but I couldn't stop myself from asking questions.
Me: I already know the basics, but... why are we here?
Shadow: This morning, after hearing your transmission, Omega gave me another important piece of information. Omega?
Omega: Important information: Lost File from the Space Colony ARK — Project Ultimate Lifeform 2...
Me: Ultimate Lifeform 2? Is he talking about you?
Shadow: That's what I thought at first since my brother Biolizard was the first.
Omega: File Information: Project Ultimate Lifeform 2 intended to recreate a hedgehog body to transfer Maria's consciousness into it.
We stopped.
Me (shocked): What?
Shadow: As you know, Maria was ill. Even I, who am supposed to cure any disease, couldn't help her. The professor had hidden an old project that aimed to transfer Maria's consciousness into a hedgehog he would create. But he never got the chance because...
Me: She lost her life...
We started walking again.
Shadow: It was like a backup plan. She wouldn't have the same powers as me, but at least she'd live without illness and be happy. I called on you because I want your help to finish the project.
Me (confused): Finish the project?
Omega: Missing elements for project completion: Shadow's blood and Maria's consciousness.
Me: But where could we find her consciousness if...
Shadow showed me a white Chaos Emerald.
Shadow: You know each Emerald has a meaning. This one symbolizes the spirit.
Me: You think we can bring her consciousness back with that Emerald?
Omega: Success probability: 100%.
Me (relieved): Phew. But about your blood...
Shadow: I'll give all of it if I must.
Me (worried): Are you sure?
Shadow: I'm immortal, so no, I won't die. Now wipe that worried look off your face.
Me: So how exactly do you want me to help finish the project?
He took my hands and closed his eyes.
Shadow: I know I never say this, but I need you... by my side.
His words echoed in my head. I didn't know what to think. I hugged him—he wasn't expecting it.
Me: No matter what happens, Shadow, I'll always be by your side.
He looked surprised but smiled. We continued walking and entered a damaged room with a broken capsule in the center. I realized this was where Shadow was born. He approached the computer and started pressing buttons. Then, eyes widening, he opened a file and a second capsule appeared beside his. Inside was a silhouette. The lights turned on, and we saw a yellow hedgehog with blonde hair and a blue dress.
Shadow (surprised): Maria?
Suddenly, a recording of Professor Robotnik appeared on the screen.
Professor Robotnik: Shadow, if you're watching this, then you must've discovered the project I created for Maria. I intended to transfer her consciousness into the hedgehog you now see. This body isn't immortal like yours, but it's immune to diseases. I suppose I failed my mission—I must have been imprisoned or killed. If Maria died, I want you to do one last thing for me: use the white Emerald that symbolizes the spirit. It'll allow you to bring Maria's consciousness into that hedgehog body. Use your blood to allow it to function properly. I know it's a hard task, but I believe in you. You're the ultimate lifeform. I hope you succeed and make my little Maria happy.
The recording ended. Shadow closed his eyes for a moment, then looked at me.
Shadow (determined): Let's do this!
Shadow placed the white Emerald into a cube connected to the hedgehog's capsule. Several wires came out and pierced Shadow's limbs.
Me (worried): Shadow!
Shadow: Don't worry, I'm fine.
His blood flowed into the wires and into the capsule. Omega was at the computer running diagnostics.
Omega: Blood transfer initialized: 5%.
The Emerald glowed as Shadow gave his blood. After 10 minutes, he dropped to one knee, feeling dizzy. I caught him before he collapsed.
Me: Omega, how much longer?
Omega: 35% before success.
Me (worried): Can you hold on?
Shadow: Yeah... I'm fine... don't worry.
Three hours passed. Shadow was lying with his head on my lap as the process continued.
Me: How much longer?
Omega: 99%. Estimated time: 30 seconds.
Suddenly, the Emerald glowed so brightly it blinded us. When the light faded, the wires detached from Shadow.
Omega: Transfer complete. Consciousness restored.
Shadow (getting up): We did it.
Me: Are you okay?
Shadow: I told you not to worry.
He removed the Emerald and pressed a button to open the capsule.
Shadow: Welcome to the world, Maria the Hedgehog.

I still couldn't believe what we'd done. My heart was pounding. I looked at the hedgehog before me—not just any hedgehog. Her. Maria. Her sky-blue eyes, full of gentleness and a new spark, looked at Shadow, and her shy smile lit up the room like a reborn star. She staggered a bit, still confused by the sensation of... being back. But she was alive.
Shadow was frozen. I'd never seen him so... human. For the first time, he trembled slightly, his red eyes wide. He said nothing. Maybe there was nothing to say. How could you put the impossible into words? I gently placed my hand on Shadow's shoulder.
Me: It's her... It's really Maria, Shadow.
He looked down at me, lost, almost afraid. Then he stepped forward, slowly, as if afraid she'd vanish again. Maria also stepped forward, awkwardly, on her unfamiliar legs.
Maria (in a trembling voice): Shadow... you've changed... but I still recognize you.
And there, I saw a faint smile on Shadow's face.
Shadow (whispering): Maria... you're alive...
He fell to his knees before her, unable to contain his emotion, and I... I turned away for a moment. This was their moment.
But deep down, I felt a strange warmth—pride, hope. And one nagging question: What have we triggered by bringing Maria back? A life... or a new destiny for all of us?
Shadow (caressing Maria's cheek): It's really you...
Maria: You brought me back to life? I'm so happy you did it. We're together again.
Everything happened... so fast. One second, Maria and Shadow were staring at each other, shaking, like two souls reunited at the edge of infinity. And the next...She kissed him.
My heart froze. I just stood there, mouth slightly open, unable to look away. Maria really just... kissed him?!
When she pulled back gently, she placed a hand on Shadow's cheek, her eyes soft but determined.
Maria (determined): I'm alive now, Shadow... I'm finally healed. No more pain, no more sickness. So now, I can finally be by your side... as your girlfriend.
What?!
Shadow (stepping back slightly, eyes confused): Maria... why? I... I don't understand.
Maria (smiling softly): Because I love you, Shadow. Not just like before... not just as a brother or childhood friend. I've always felt something more, deep inside. I never dared say it... but now that I'm here, and nothing's stopping us... I don't want to wait anymore.
I didn't understand what I was feeling. Surprise, yes... but something else too. Something hot, boiling, unsettling. My heart was racing, but not from the touching scene—it was a pain in my chest, a dull burn, like a fire I couldn't put out. I looked down, fists clenched without realizing.
Why... why was I feeling this?
Then, a strange energy pulsed in my belly. A shiver. A vibration. A red glow flickered for a moment on my hands. Chaotic, raw, familiar... but unknown. I couldn't put it into words. But one thing was certain: what I was feeling wasn't just human emotion. It was older, deeper—an ancient power awakening inside me.
Shadow's Chaos Dragon Slayer energy... was now inside me.
And it all began... the moment she kissed him.
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[Mini Story: The ThunderMen Part 2]
Sonic's POV
We were heading back down the hill. I noticed the lightning mark on my eye had disappeared.
Freed: So, what are we going to do, Laxus?
Laxus (looking at the sky): The lightning's about to strike—we better hurry.
Me (annoyed): Great, back to being lightning rods.
Laxus: We have no choice. I don't want the guild in trouble because of my mistake.
Evergreen: Don't worry—we'll help you.
Freed: You can always count on the Raijin Legion. Whatever you decide, we'll do it with honor.
Laxus: Thanks, guys. Sorry for dragging you into this mess.
Me: Don't sweat it. It's been a while since I've used lightning magic anyway.
I felt electricity—but it wasn't coming from the ground.
Laxus: Downtown.
Me: You feel it too?
Laxus: Yeah.
Bixlow: Then let's hurry and find out what's going on.
I saw the sky darken again, but this time it formed a spiral. Back in the city center, electric serpents burst out of the ground.
Evergreen: What are those?
Bixlow: Is that lightning doing this?
Laxus rushed at the serpents, smashing them with his fists. Lightning wrapped around his hands—he started to glow.
Freed: Careful, you shouldn't absorb them!
Laxus: Don't worry, I have reserves. I need to protect the people.
Evergreen: Time for us to help—Fairy Machine Gun: Leprechaun!
She launched several projectiles, but they only multiplied the lightning serpents.
Evergreen: Damn, they're multiplying!
I rushed in and destroyed the serpents with Homing Attacks. I started glowing yellow like Laxus, and my scar reappeared.
Me (annoyed): What did I do to deserve this damn scar.
Laxus dropped to one knee.
Freed (worried): Laxus, are you okay?
Laxus: Yeah, I'm fine. Sonic, transform!
Me: Huh? Why do you want me to turn into a hedgehog?
Laxus: No, use your Dragon Force!
Me (confused): Uh, okay…
The energy I had allowed me to quickly transform into Super Sonic.
Me: Ah, I see. At least I won't need to drain my reserves to absorb those things. You're smart after all.
Laxus: Say that again and I'll roast you like a hedgehog!
Freed noticed something strange about the statue in the middle of the city.
Freed: Look, there's electricity crackling from that grate.
Bixlow: Go check it out. Evergreen and I will handle things here.
We went in and found ourselves in the city's sewers. It was rather well-lit before we noticed a huge sphere of lightning energy.
Me: Ah, that's why I was feeling lightning around the city.
Laxus: That's my magic.
Freed: You sure about that?
Laxus: Magic is like a fingerprint, it's easy to recognize.
Me: The storms must have accumulated along with your magic.
Laxus: Then we're going to destroy it.
Freed: Are you sure you can handle the shock?
Laxus: I'll be fine—and if not, Sonic will take care of it.
Me: I don't think you'll need me for this.
Laxus approached the sphere. Lightning started striking him, and a few injuries appeared on his body.
Laxus:Dragon Slayer Secret Art : Roaring Thunder!
He fired a large thunder laser that destroyed the sphere on impact.
Me: Did we do it?
Freed: I think so. Laxus, are you okay?
Laxus: Yeah, kind of… how come it didn't cause too much damage?
Freed: I had time to cast an enchantment while you were approaching it.
Laxus (surprised): Wow, that was fast!
I picked up a green lacrima that had fallen to the ground.
Me (smiling): Something tells me this belongs to the mayor.
Freed: What do you mean?
Evergreen: Laxus!
Evergreen and Bixlow joined us.
Bixlow: Evergreen and Sonic were right to be suspicious of the mayor. He's the one who orchestrated everything.
Laxus (angry): Sonic, you can teleport in that form, right?
Me: Uh, yeah—why?
A few minutes later, I teleported us to the mayor's office. Naturally, we smashed half the wall of his mansion. Laxus had a threatening aura as lightning crackled around him. He threw the lacrima straight into the mayor's gut. Judging by his face, Laxus was ready to take him down.
???: Grandpa, I'm scared! Help!
A little girl burst into the room, running toward the mayor.
De Cybele: Don't stay there, be careful!
Another lightning bolt was about to hit them, but I blocked it by firing another into the sky. The clash made both disappear.
Laxus (turning around): You protected your granddaughter… You're not as selfish as I thought. I was wrong about you. Try treating your citizens like family.
He left the room. I followed him, and we all left the city to return to the guild.
Wendy: So that's why you had that scar before?
I was sitting at a table with Wendy and Carla.
Me: What do you mean "like before"?
Carla: You had that same scar when you fought Shadow during the Grand Magic Games.
Me: Really? I hadn't noticed.
Chip: So, can we go eat with the reward you got from that mission?
As soon as he said "reward," me, the Raijin Legion, and Laxus all remembered we completed the mission without receiving any reward.
Me, Laxus, and the Raijin Legion : DAMN, THE REWARD!!!
[End of the Mini Story]