• (Sting's POV) •

"Lucy!?" I walked around the mansion trying to find her. It was the next day; the sun was shining and the birds were singing.

Honestly though, where is she!?

"Master Sting?" I turned around and saw Yukino.
"Yukino." I nodded, about to turn away.
"Why are you looking for Miss Lucy?" She asked. The look in her eyes... was it... Jealousy!?

"She's my wife. I need to-" I was interrupted.
"I thought you didn't even want to look at her," She retorted. "Why now do you suddenly need to see her?"

"Because we have important matters to discuss." I hissed. "Now if I were you, I'd shut up and get back to cleaning the house."

I immediately regretted saying that. Fuck you Sting! You really are a dick!

"Y-yes Master." She stuttered, turning away. "Oh, I also know where Miss Lucy is." She didn't turn back as she spoke; her head was downcast, obviously finding the carpet very interesting.

"Where?" I questioned.
"In the dungeons. With Loke."

What!? Loke!? Why the dungeons? Honestly, I thought she was head over heels for Natsu, but now Loke!?? I swear, this girl is meant to be married! She's losing her reputation as a woman!

A loud banging on the front door interrupted my thoughts. I swiftly made my way towards the door, but my eyes widened with shock as the door opened.

"M-Mrs Heartfilia. How nice to see you here."

• (Lucy's POV) •

Me and Loke were on our way back from the dungeons when the sun disappeared behind the clouds. It went cold.

"Loke," I began. "I have a funny feeling something is wrong."
"What makes you say that?" He asked, leading the way through the woods.

Oh great. While I wasn't paying attention my hair got stuck on a twig.
"AAAHH!" I wailed, trying to pull away.
"Stay still." Loke muttered, slowly untangling my hair.
"Oh, thank you." I muttered.

At that moment my eyes landed we on the the entrance of the Eucliffe estate, hidden behind some trees. Then I saw... a carriage? No... not any carriage.

"My mother's here." I said bluntly.

Oh great. Now I have her to deal with as well as Sting.

"Miss Lucy, we'll sneak in through the back." Loke informed me. I nodded silently, as we hid back in the trees, making a small detour.

• (Sting's POV) •

"Where's Lucy?" Mrs. Heartfilia let herself in my home, frantically looking round.
"Mrs. Heartfilia, are you okay?" I asked, walking over. It looked as if she hadn't eaten or slept in weeks.

"Lucy. I need Lucy. I need to see her." She kept muttering to herself about needing to see Lucy. Trust me, I'd call her here if I knew where she was.

Oh wait, she's with Loke. I can't exactly tell her mother that.

"Mrs. Heartfilia, why don't you sit down and I'll get the maids to bring you a cup of tea?" I gestures her into the living room, giving a look to one of the maids who quickly rushed out the room.

I wonder why she's like this.

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After about half an hour and two cups of tea, Mrs. Heartfilia finally began to calm down.
"Can you tell me what the matter is now?" I asked politely.

She sighed, then looked me in the eye. It was very intimidating.
"I heard that Natsu payed a visit." I tensed up hearing that name. I still hate him for what he's done. He took everything.

"That's been dealt with." I replied.
"Has it really?" She pursued, placing her hands on my shoulders. "Do you really think he'll stop!?"

"W-What do you mean by that?"

"He's a dragon in love for goodness sake!" She yelled. "They're relentless!"

I gulped hard.

"You need to protect Lucy," she continued. "Now that Natsu is contract-less, there are no rules he needs to follow! He could rape her for crying out loud!!"

I stayed silent.

"Please Sting." She mumbled, tears forming in her eyes. "Please protect my Lucy."

"Mother?" We both turned to face the doorway where Lucy was stood.
"Lucy!" She walked over and hugged her daughter half to death. Lucy smiled at her mother, clearly missing her.

This is when I realised, I do love Lucy. That's why I married her. I shouldn't listen to her, she's probably been brainwashed by Natsu. If I keep her away from him...

She'll be mine.

Mrs. Heartfilia then turned to me, as if on cue.

"You know what to do."

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