#this was The nalu moment for me

[h0estar]

every now and then i look back on this GIF i have of nalu during tartaros arc and cry about how this particular scene alone solidifies the beauty of their relationship (natsu holding lucy's hand gently in the face of chaos and panic did wonders to my heart)

[beargyufairy]

It’s a NaLu thing

[josujosu]

in the episode where you first learn about lisanna and natsu is like “just shut your mouth for once” to lucy when she says something lisanna did years ago will never fail to make me irk. it still boggles me after so many years 😭

it’s crazy how he never ever is ever that mean to lucy ever again. i fully believe if he was mean to her like that again he would act like a guilty dog and i think that’s wonderful. never be mean to lucy ever. you will go to hell.

[bumblebeehug]

One day I’ll gather EVERY SINGLE NALU DETAIL and make a compilation. It will be hours long and people shall love it.

[thenalu]

Fairy Tail : 100 Years Quest

Chapter 005

[celestialulu]

Future Lucy (and natsu) <3

[shima-draws]

Are you enjoying One Piece?!! How far are you?

I AM, VERY MUCH SO!! I told myself I’d skip over all the filler episodes but I ended up watching the Warship Island arc purely by accident bc I didn’t realize I’d started the filler. But it was so cute anyway I watched all of it. I loved seeing the crew act as older sibling/guardian figures to Apis 🥺

Anyway I JUST got past the mini arc with Laboon, so we’re in the Grand Line, baby!! I’d probably be way further ahead if I also wasn’t watching Fairy Tail at the same time. Oops lol

[beargyufairy]

Just My Thoughts Pt. 30

As we approach the end of FT 100 YQ (manga), I have a lot of expectations and hopes for a good ending that’s well thought out and developed. Right now we are entering into Ignia’s arc which is probably the most anticipated one of the series so far and I really hope it’s not disappointing. The other arcs were good not great in the sense that they could’ve been developed a bit more since some parts seemed rushed or underwhelming.

Starting off with Lucy, I think there is a lot that could be done with her. While there were some parts where she was displayed well such as the Star dress mix or her battles during Selene’s arc, I think that she should have the spotlight at some point. She is often used for fan service and I don’t really have a care for that but it undermines her intelligence and soft hearted personality. For instance, in the original series we have seen her come up with great ideas such as closing the eclipse gate, sacrificing Aquarius, and using fairy sphere. And not to forget, she was also the one to figure out where Mavis’ grave was located during Tenrou island arc. I don’t really recall any memorable aspects of the 100 YQ that can even hold a candle to these from the original manga.

Therefore, I truly believe she’s in a need to showcase her abilities especially her intellect way more. Perhaps a mini arc for her reunion with Aquarius (via finding her key) or some interaction with Ignia. I have wondered why 100 YQ has been accomplished in over a century and of course Agnologia has some part in creating fear but is that truly all there is too it’s incompletion? I am hoping for something a bit more complex. Maybe Lucy can figure this out. Maybe she can have a battle all on her own. She’s grown so much since the start of the entire franchise and I would love to see her fight against multiple opponents at once. No help from the others. I would also love to see more Star dress mixes or maybe a new development. She’s most definitely the strongest and most powerful celestial mage, even surpassing Anna who probably held that position for a long time.

Or she can find out more about who Ignia is. We know he’s Igneel’s biological son but what was their relationship like? How come Natsu didn’t know much about him? What are Ignia’s true intentions? What does he want with all of the mages with fire related magic abilities? I really hope the ending isn’t downplayed like the original story with END because let’s all be honest, it was so disappointing because where was the drama?! Everything that has been hyped up with showing END as this awful villain was not shown properly. I also think a connection back to Lucy’s fear of Natsu’s flames caused by Ignia would be interesting. I desperately need this to happen!

Anyway I’m getting off track but I just want Lucy to shine through her battle strategy, intelligence, and her amazing personality at least once before the end of the manga.

[fairiesheart]

idk something about Natsu and Lucy trying to reach for each other and gently holding hands here makes me want another Nalu moment where we get to see them genuinely holding hands

[zuzu-fairys-tail]

Their relationship through Natsu's eyes

ok i had SUCH good ideas for what text to put for each of them but i forgot all of it after drawing so i put whateve came to mind. if anyone can think of smth better than what i put, plz tell me and ill change it.

idk why i thought it would be a good idea to draw back grounds too (but they turned out much better than i expected, especially the first one doesnt look like it was drawn by me)

these r some of my favourite nalu moments. the first two scenes r from episode 1.

the third one was manga only but i really love that scene and wish the anime included that. i think thats when natsu started to actually acknowledge lucy (b4 that he was kinda mean lmao). its when they save macao, natsu and macao fall off the cliff or smth and lucy saves them and natsu looks at her with a huge smile and a tiny blush haha. (also how the hck do u draw someone from that pov they were in... idk.

4th one is from when erza says they should formally become a team and natsu says it wont be the sam without lucy.

5th is nalu vs kain and 6th is from the final episode.

not lucy making the exact same face in three of them and in two others, its just the eyebrows that r different

(also WHY DID MY ART SKILLS SUDDENLY UPGRADE?? lmao. like look at the lucy i drew from like a month ago for comparison haha)

[lulushults]

why does no one talk about the real implications of natsu becoming end?

people go on and on and on about how nalu isnt real because natsu’s ‘too stupid to understand love’, but…r u guys not seeing whats literally right before ur eyes? let me explain :)

natsu was told by zeref himself, and then shown a direct demonstration, of the fact that zeref and natsu are directly connected, meaning if zeref dies, natsu dies.

then we get natsu finding presumably dead lucy, and going apeshit and becoming hell bent on killing zeref before being interrupted by gray.

so? what ya’ll think natsu just thought well lucys dead, lets go finish the task at hand and kill zeref yipee!

natsu was told if zeref dies, HE dies. and immediately after finding lucy ‘dead’, he loses literally every thought in his head except for his drive to kill zeref.

u wanna know why? because lucy has had such a dramatic effect on natsu’s life, personality and happiness that the thought of living without lucy drove him straight too a main source that he can rely on to end his life. in that moment he forgot about everyone he was leaving behind, happy included, and wanted to join lucy in ‘death’.

mr go happy natsu that everyone thinks has exactly 0 thoughts inside his head and goes out of his way to hide his feelings, immediately decided the next step and only step of action after discovering lucy was to end his own life because he couldnt bare to not have her in his. natsu relys on lucy as a main source of safety and comfort, sure he never directly says it out loud but he shows this through the way he acts with her. the way he goes out of his way to be in his apartment with her constantly. the way he feels he needs to protect her. the way he gets so aggrivated when another man flirts with her, because to him shes HIS lucy and he just cannot allow another man to steal her away from him. not to mention he also outright said lucy’s scent makes him feel comfortable.

i’ve always believed that natsu and lucy are connected in more ways than one. they’re eachother best friends. they’re so clearly in love. and they are eachother safety blankets. they both rely on eachother for stability and comfort whether directly or indirectly, the small glances when natsu notices shes upset, lucy always wanting to look out for him and immediately becoming worried whenever they’re apart despite knowing he can take care of himself. and i also wholeheartedly agree that if one of them were to die, the other would not be able to live anymore. if natsu were to die, lucy would drown in the feeling of loneliness despite being surrounded by the guild. without natsu, who does she really have left? hes so implemented into her daily routine that she couldn’t continue her everyday life because everything would feel so out of the ordinary and just…wrong. waking up without his heat next to her. walking to the guild with him. eating with him. going on jobs with him. and then falling asleep and feeling him sneak into her bed while she pretends to be asleep all the while slowly inching closer to him because shes enjoys his company.

and as we literally saw first hand in the final season, natsu does not under any circumstances want to live without her either. who would splurge on his expensive eating habits on jobs? who’s apartment would he break into? who’s bed would he sneak into? who’s fridge would he secretly break into every day to steal food? natsu has never cared about love, or relationships, or starting a family or even getting married. until he met her. and now shes so naturally integrated into his life that he just can’t imagine how he would go about putting a smile on his face without her there to make it so easy for him.

[depalabrasmudas]

I want to leave my NaLu monologue here.

And seriously—please! I know it's been a while since we've had NaLu content, but I recently came across some of their cutest frames, and I couldn't help but revisit the refreshing thought of how safe Natsu feels in Lucy’s arms (and vice versa). These moments feel so profound to me, and they really deepen my understanding of the bond they share.

Most of the time, we see Natsu as the "plot" needed to resolve conflicts—the ace up the sleeve that guarantees victory. He will always win, never give up, and fight with everything he has. But… isn't that exhausting?

In those moments when Natsu is drained, low on energy, or even feeling insecure or doubtful (because yes, he can be affected by those emotions), Lucy is there. Or rather—let me rephrase that—when Lucy is there, Natsu allows himself to be tired, to be vulnerable. And I find that incredibly powerful.

In literature, we often see how traditional gender roles shape romantic dynamics—the man takes on the role of protector, the one who provides emotional and mental strength for his female counterpart. And while that’s not necessarily wrong, what about a relationship where she is his safe space? The one whose presence allows him to lower his walls, to be fragile, to be exhausted. That level of intimacy.

And that’s when, once again, we realize that—even if it’s between the lines—Lucy is "home"to Natsu.

[xoxorealitygalore]

Hopelessly Devoted II

Roman Reigns x Multiracial OC

Part two: A Dance of Destiny

Summary: A year ago, Joe met Princess Pensri on Fook Island, and they quickly fell in love. Unbeknownst to her, Joe paid her bride price, planning to marry her. Now, he returns with his family to fulfill his promise, ready to begin their life together.

Part one: Returning to Fook Island

The evening air was thick with the scent of tropical flowers as the grand palace of Fook Island glittered under a blanket of stars. The welcome dinner was in full swing, a celebration to honor Joe’s return. Guests mingled under the sprawling open pavilion, where long tables were adorned with vibrant, colorful fruits and rich, traditional dishes from the island.

The soft murmur of laughter and chatter filled the air. As the night unfolded, Pensri found herself caught in a whirlwind of emotion. The evening had begun with laughter and light conversation, but now, as her father, King Nalu, stood before the crowd, the air shifted.

Pensri had anticipated this moment, and yet, she felt a quiet stirring in her heart. Her father’s presence was commanding, his regal bearing impossible to ignore as he raised a hand, calling for the attention of everyone in the room.

“My honored guests,” King Nalu began, his voice deep and rich with authority, “this evening is not just a celebration of Joe’s return, but also a joyous occasion for our kingdom and our family. It is with great pride that I announce the engagement of my daughter, Pensri, to Joe.”

The room erupted in applause, and Pensri’s breath caught in her throat. She turned to Joe, whose expression mirrored her own with a sense of warmth, of understanding, as though this was the culmination of everything they had shared in the past year. His eyes met hers, and at that moment, she knew that, despite the unexpectedness of it all, they had both walked this path together.

The clapping faded as the king continued, “Joe has shown his commitment to our family and our traditions, and we honor this union with love and respect. May this be the beginning of a new chapter, not just for Fook Island, but for both of them.”

Joe smiled softly, a warmth in his eyes that spoke more than words ever could. The weight of the announcement was heavy, but in his heart, there was a sense of peace, a feeling that this was where he was meant to be, alongside Pensri.

King Nalu’s smile softened as he extended his hand to his daughter. “Pensri, come, join us.”

Pensri hesitated for a moment before stepping forward, her hand gently finding Joe’s. Together, they walked to the center of the room, where the guests watched in anticipation. As they stood side by side, the musicians began to play a traditional Fookian melody, its rhythm pulsing through the air like a heartbeat.

Joe, having spent the last year learning the customs of Fook Island, knew what was expected. This was the moment when a couple, newly betrothed, would perform a traditional dance to honor their commitment and show their unity before their people. He had practiced it with Pensri, but now, as they stood together in the middle of the hall, the reality of the moment sent a rush of emotions through him.

The music began, slow at first, the deep thrum of drums accompanied by the soft melody of the flute. Joe’s heart beat in time with the rhythm, and as he moved, he felt Pensri’s hand in his, steady and sure.

They danced, their movements flowing gracefully together, a perfect balance of strength and elegance. Joe led with confidence, and Pensri followed with a fluidity that was both regal and grounded, her posture every bit as commanding as her father’s. The guests watched in awe, mesmerized by the beauty of their movements, the way they seemed to belong to each other as if the dance itself was a declaration of the love they shared.

The floor beneath their feet seemed to vanish as they swirled and stepped in harmony, their bodies speaking the unspoken words of promise and unity. The sound of the drums grew louder, more insistent, urging them on, and Pensri’s smile grew as she felt the connection between them deepen, the rhythm of their bodies in perfect sync.

For Joe, there was no greater joy than this, dancing with the woman he loved, surrounded by their family, in the heart of the island that had become home to both of them. His heart was full, his mind clear, and the future, though uncertain in many ways, felt like a beautiful journey that they would face together.

As the dance reached its climax, the music softened, and the last notes lingered in the air. Joe and Pensri stood together, their breath coming in gentle pants, their hands still entwined. The room erupted into applause once more, and the couple exchanged a quiet, intimate smile, their eyes locked in a moment of understanding.

They had just taken their first steps into the life they would build together as partners.

As the applause continued, King Nalu approached his daughter and Joe, a proud smile on his face. “This is the beginning of something extraordinary,” he said, his voice rich with emotion. “May your bond strengthen with each passing day, and may you always find joy in one another, just as the people of Fook Island find joy in your union.”

Joe nodded, his heart swelling with pride. “Thank you, Your Majesty. I will cherish and protect her with everything I have.”

Pensri, still smiling, looked up at Joe, her heart filled with a quiet sense of peace. “We will make this work,” she whispered, just loud enough for him to hear. “Together.”

And in that moment, amidst the sounds of celebration and the warmth of their shared joy, Pensri knew that, despite the surprises and challenges ahead, this was where she was meant to be by Joe’s side, as they embarked on the next chapter of their lives.

The night stretched on with laughter and dancing, but for Joe and Pensri, the evening was about more than just a celebration, it was the beginning of a new life together, one built on love, tradition, and the promise of forever.

Masterlist | Part three: The Pride of Fook Island

[gearbooster]

Nalu

Lucy: *reading on the sofa enjoying a new book she got at the book store*

Natsu: *making dinner in the kitchen*

Natsu's communication lacrima begins to buzz

Lucy: Natsu your communication lacrima is buzzing. *She calls out from the comfort of the couch*

Natsu: *comes out of the kitchen for a moment* Can you check what it was my password is LucyMyQueen no spaces.

Lucy: *she is surprised that he would let her look at his communication lacrima so freely. She puts her book down and puts in the password* ( -////- This dork has a picture of me sleeping as his background picture seriously) . It says that the dragon slayers want to have a get together on the weekend. What should I tell them.

Natsu: Well do you want to do anything on the weekend.

Lucy: Well I was hoping we could go out but we can do it some other time.

Natsu: Naw just tell them I'm busy with you. *goes back to the kitchen*

Lucy: You want me to lie.

Natsu: No we are going out on the weekend and you are way more important than a simple get together. *Saying that while finishing up dinner*

Lucy: -//////- Are you sure you don't have to cancel because of me.

Natsu: *in a deep passionate toned voice* If I say I will spend time with you then that's what I will do. Now get your cute but into the dining room dinner is ready.

Lucy: -//////- ( I can't control myself when he uses that voice)

Lucy sent the message and went to eat dinner with Natsu while blushing like crazy.

[fleur-a-whump]

Overloaded (#4)

Rocky Reunions Pt. 1

Surprise! This shit went FAST.

Guys I’m so excited. Caretaker has joined the chat! Fair warning, our caretaker cusses like a sailor (aka I’m indulging my fondness for the word fuck)

CW: physical violence, electrocution, shock collar, hero whumper, ex-villain whumpee, veiled threats

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Kai was idling in the hall, absolutely dreading the impending meeting. He knew it was important; knew the reasoning behind regular Hero League briefings. But they were just so boring.

He had sent his team ahead of him into the massive semi-circle auditorium that was currently filling to the brim with just about every hero in the League. If he already wasn’t looking forward to spending the whole meeting sitting still, he definitely didn’t feel like going in early and suffering small talk with teams he didn’t know.

He was planning to pace the hall just outside one of the main entrances until the meeting started, but the weird looks he’s getting combined with the cacophony of chattering heroes spilling out quickly becomes too much. He wanders deeper into the maze of hallways as he tries not to think about what the meeting will be about. He’s sure it will either stress him out or piss him off. Or both. That’s happened before.

There was a bathroom down this hallway. Figures he’d make his way to water. He lets his core pull him even closer, feeling the water flow all around him through the pipes. Kai turns the sink’s faucet just long enough to manipulate some water flow through the air. He sends it flying back and forth between and around his hands, playing with it like a fidget toy. The water flattens down to a thin disk between his hands before he pops it up to spin on the tip of his finger. It was his newest trick he’d been working on.

Kai is suddenly startled by a rough groan and a shaky, quiet voice exhaling a curse. The precarious disk splashes down over his hand as he loses his concentration. He shakes it off as he peeks down the bathroom corridor. The stalls are all open, but he can make out someone kneeling in the last one.

He sighs as he moves towards it, knowing he’ll probably regret it. He knocks lightly as he edges his way in.

“You good, man?” he calls.

The man kneeling in front of the toilet nods and takes a breath, only to lurch forward, dry heaving. He shudders violently in his crouched position, swaying.

Kai is behind him in a moment, steadying him by one shoulder. He stands there sort of awkwardly while he makes sure the dude isn’t about to crack his skull on the tile.

“Is, uh, is there anyone I could get to help you maybe?” he asks, equal parts concerned and uncomfortable.

It seems like the man hesitates before shaking his head. He spits into the toilet one last time before slowly, shakily rising to his feet. Kai backs off to give him space. He wipes his mouth and flushes the toilet before turning towards Kai.

Time seems to slow as the man turns towards him. Kai’s eyes narrow as he meets unmistakeable bright blue eyes and curly brown hair, mussed and sweaty but recognizable. Despite not wearing his typical gas mask-like villain disguise, Kai’s all but sure he’s looking at a notorious villain.

“Tinker?”

Tinker stiffens just slightly, enough to confirm Kai’s suspicions.

He lunges.

Two pipes on either side of the villain suddenly burst at the pull of the superhero’s powers. Water rushes fast and unforgiving, slamming into the villain’s chest with sufficient force to throw him into the tiled wall. Kai directs the water to pin and encase his charged hands for good measure. He lets out a strangled groan at the pain of being thrown into the wall and gasps to catch his breath.

“What the hell are you doing here?” Kai growls.

He lets out a breathy chuckle as he adapts to the situation, scrutinizing Kai for a moment. “Nalu! I missed you, man. Didn’t you miss me?” the villain jokes with a playful grin, only a slight strain to his words hinting at the immense pressure of water on his chest.

“I'm not fucking playing around, Tinker,” he snaps. “Look around. We're in a bathroom. I could drown you without even trying.” His powers pull at the water just beyond his fingertips, ratting the pipes and fixtures for good measure.

Tinker's grin melts off his face, just fast enough that Kai knows it was a front. “Look man, I'm supposed to be here. I promise, just ask Miguel Toro, ask Shadow.”

“How the fuck do you know that name?”

“I—because, dude!” Tinker bursts, then immediately flinches slightly at his own outburst. Kai raises an eyebrow at him, and Tinker sighs with another little groan.

“I-I know him because, I told you, I’m supposed to be here. I’m on his team,” Tinker says in measured words, clearly trying to control his frustration.

Kai glares down at him, trying to read the kid. He was a few inches shorter than Kai and looked skinnier than he’d last seen him. Dark circles like bruises stained his under his eyes, making his already intense blue eyes stand out even more. He’s slightly green still—a subtle sheen of sweat across his forehead—from being sick. From this close, he could just make out the faint edge of a bruised jaw and cheek covered with makeup. The kid doesn’t look too hot. Weird.

Most importantly, though, Kai can’t see any sign the villain is lying. He is a villain and being a good liar is practically Villain 101, but Kai can’t imagine how he could possibly know Shadow’s real name besides him now, bizarrely, being with the Hero League.

He sighs, easing back on the water pressure. Tinker drags in a deep breath.

“What do you mean you’re supposed to be here?” Kai prods.

“I’m—the new villain reform initiative, I’m the guinea pig. I came to the Hero League; they—they’re giving me a chance,” the villain says quietly.

Kai scrutinizes him one more moment before sighing and pulling the water away from. The kid slumps against the wall when he’s released, breathing heavily. If he didn’t know any better, he’d think Tinker was more hyperventilating with fear than anything else. But this is Psychosis’ protege; he’s one of the most notorious new villains in the city. He's bested Kai several times. There’s no way he’s that afraid.

Kai forces the water back into the pipes he burst, wincing slightly at the damage. Two very burst pipes and maybe a dozen destroyed tiles. Plus the holes in the wall. He might’ve gotten a little carried away again. He grabs the villain’s arm tightly, freezing the holes in the pipes shut and making a mental note to let his supervisor know. Mari was gonna kill him. Six pipes this month. He sighs and shakes his head.

“Come on, let’s go find Miguel,” Kai grinds out, frustrated that this was now his problem. He pulls the pliant villain out of the bathroom with a tight grip on his arm.

They make their way through the halls in tense silence, only occasionally interrupted by Kai’s huffing and annoyed grumbling as it takes longer and longer to find Miguel in the maze of hallways around the auditorium.

Kai is just about ready to start yelling again when he suddenly feels a sharp, painful jolt of electricity shoot up his arm. He swears loudly, dropping the villain’s arm as fast as he can. He’s about to burst some more pipes in preparation for a fight when he realizes Tinker has yelped in clear pain and completely collapsed to the ground. The kid’s muscles are so tense it looks painful as he twitches and groans on the floor.

What the fuck, Kai thinks.

He crouches next to the villain, who’s clearly in severe pain, not sure what to do. Since when did Tinker’s electricity hurt him? Kai’s seen him use his powers plenty of times before, and he’s never seen anything like this. Is this some kind of weird trap? He doesn’t touch the kid, not wanting to get shocked himself, but his hands hover over him, not sure what to do.

Eventually, it seems like the electricity that’s rendering the villain totally immobile subsides and he gasps, tears suddenly spilling over. He shakes and quivers through the aftershocks, gulping oxygen. His pain seems too genuine for this to be a trap.

He puts his hand on the kid’s arm and he flinches like he’s been burned. The kid whimpers in pain, eyes glazed over and not quite there. Kai realizes he’s mumbling something under his breath and leans closer. He can just barely make out what the kid is saying.

“I-I’ll be g-good, I’m sorry. I’m trying, p-please, I’m s-sorry,” he stutters.

Kai grabs his arms a little more firmly this time and doesn’t let go even when the villain flinches again. He shakes the trembling kid lightly, trying to get him to snap out of it.

“Tinker? Come on, man. What the hell is going on?”

Tinker’s eyes eventually clear. He blinks up at Kai—so openly vulnerable and confused and scared that it startles him. He’s not sure what to do with that, so he decides to focus on anchoring Tinker in the moment, clearing his throat.

“There you are. You good?”

Tinker gives him a hesitant and shaky nod that’s not really convincing. Kai watches as the kid blinks a few times and a clearly well-practiced mask slips into place, hiding the raw emotions he just witnessed. He struggles to push himself into a sitting position, and Kai helps him sit up.

“What the fuck was that?” Kai asks when he seems more lucid.

“Uh, it’s—well, it’s a warning. Miguel must be l-looking for me. I-I have to get back to him, like now,” he says, a little panicked.

He struggles to his feet before Kai can do anything to help. He has to stand quickly himself to steady the villain before he crashes to the floor again. His steps are clumsy and unsteady, but urgent as he looks around, trying to find his way back to Miguel.

Kai hurries after him, even more confused and alarmed now.

“Wait, what the fuck do you mean ‘a warning’? Was that not your powers?”

Tinker shakes his head, pulling the collar of his shirt to the side wordlessly to expose a thin metal ring around his neck. Like a collar.

“Again, and I cannot stress this enough, what the fuck?” Kai exclaims.

The villain shakes his head, dismissing Kai’s question, and suddenly lets out a very relieved sigh when he peaks around the corner.

“Miguel! I’m right here!”

Kai follows after the villain, now jogging towards Toro.

Miguel does not look happy. “Get the fuck over here, Jasper. Where the hell did you go?”

Jasper? Kai thinks. It’s strange to think of the villain as anything other than his villain moniker.

Jasper slows slightly, nerves returning to his shaking frame. “I-I’m sorry, I’m really sorry, I was sick and, and then, uh,” he breaks off, looking back pleadingly at Kai for support.

Kai’s really not sure why he opens his mouth. But he does.

“Yeah, I, uh, held him up. That’s my bad.” It wasn’t technically a lie. He fixes his gaze on the team leader, “Um, he’s on your team, Miguel?” he asks.

“We’re keeping an eye on him.”

Kai could swear he sees Jasper deflate a little out of the corner of his eye.

“You’re getting ready to hear about it. Why don’t you head in to sit with your team, Kai? We’ve gotta go get Tinker here set up,” Miguel says, stiffly, grabbing Jasper’s arm tightly and starting to tug him away.

Jasper looks back at him once more, gratefulness and something else hard to read, something maybe like resigned fear, swirling in his eyes.

Kai watches the pair go, Miguel pulling Jasper close by the collar of his shirt as he drags him down the hall, whispering something sharp and terse in his ear. The villain tenses, stiff but yet still pliant in Miguel’s grip.

Kai sighs to himself.

What the fuck.

~~~

Grumpy caretaker is grumpy! Not sure when or how that happened because I really didn’t plan on him being grumpy he just kinda manifested that way lmao. He a little confused but he’ll get the spirit I promise. Elijah might have to bully him into it a little bit tho.

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[patentedsun]

You guys I'm actually crying over chapter 204.5 (which is technically an ad for a certain company we're all boycotting btw) but ignoring the actual ad THE STORYLINE WAS SO??? GOOD???? the Natsu characterization in this was INCREDIBLE (be prepared for intense 100yq hatred) and it portrayed exactly why I fell in love with nalu in the first place....

Summary and analysis below (doesn't incl all the pages btw!!)

We start off with Lucy finding Natsu and Happy at her place, as always.

this is followed by him being like "do you think we'll peek or something" which... 100yq natsu would have... that IMPOSTER...

Anyways while she's taking a bath, Natsu and Happy are browsing around Lucy's room and find a book that stands out. (Btw right next to this book is her diary, 100yq natsu would've gone straight for that). However they end up accidentally destroying it and start panicking. They ask Lucy if they can "borrow it" and Lucy panics at first, saying it's precious and not to touch it, but relents when they say they found it "interesting".

fast forward, we see them worn out after trying and failing to find a replacement copy. ONCE AGAIN, they're doing this because it's something precious to LUCY. Not because they care about reading, or because the book has any value to them, but because they understand it's important to HER. Natsu (and Happy) going the extra mile for things that are important to Lucy is SUCH AN IMPORTANT PART of their entire dynamic.

continuing, Lucy walks into the guild and asks how they're finding the book, they say it's interesting. Lucy gets SUPER EXCITED ABOUT THIS and starts talking non stop ab the book. Happy asks her why this book is so important to her and...

Y I K E S.

So yeah, they ultimately decide that lying isn't it and they should apologize upfront.

this is so beautiful to me, idk like the imagery of them bowing so sincerely is so.... and like wow MASHIMA seems like natsu IS capable of acknowledging his own wrongdoings and offering genuine apologies. I'm not even talking ab the whole post tartaros situation no, I'm talking about fucking 100yq, where natsu actually physically hurts Lucy and doesn't apologize for it (AND IN FACT ITS PLAYED FOR A GAG)(IMPOSTER!!! NOT MY NATSU!!!)

Soooo Lucy doesn't take it well and runs away.

the fact that they didn't stop their search here. the fact that they EXPANDED it to other towns to try and find her the book THIS IS JUST <3333

Anyways, Lucy returns and reveals dozens of copies of the book...

My heart actually broke for her here because as someone who ig creates stuff as well, it really can be painful to have no audience interaction. And to have a book you wrote bomb like that...ouch... and of course she would've been excited, her best friends told her they found it interesting!!! my HEART. OUCH. and the sheer guilt on Natsu and Happy's faces here 😭 Once again, 100yq would've played this off for a gag...

And they all start bawling (and the ad comes in so I will stop there) but YEAH. THIS WAS SO BEAUTIFUL??? The way she's regretful too, the way they're still trying to apologize and make her feel better I'm :(. This is what makes nalu work and it feels like mashima is forgetting that ab his own work... they're both genuinely good and kind to each other... like not to get sidetracked but there has always been goofy fanservice moments but there were also so many wonderful, emotional, complex scenes with them with depth and maturity and I just feel like that's lacking now. So reading this was like getting punched in the face srsly because wow... THIS is the natsu I know and love ugh .....