Anime: Fairy Tail

Requested by: @RiniSangster

(Y/n)'s POV

Staring at the starry night sky, I let out a content sigh and breathed in the fresh air. Standing atop this hill, one could see the entire city. It was a sight too beautiful to forget, hence why I was here. To live in the moment.

A pair of strong arms wrapped around my waist as they leaned their head on my shoulder. The familiar scent of his cologne and his tender hold was enough for me to identify the person standing behind me.

"You're up here again," exclaimed Rogue.

"Of course."

"I missed you."

"It hasn't even been a day."

"Am I not allowed to miss my girlfriend?"

"Oh? And I thought we weren't official."

"Just because no ones knows about us doesn't mean we can't be together."

I smiled, knowing the truth behind his words. Being in his presence always made me feel protected and at ease. I could do anything with him and avoid the judgemental pain from strangers.

He was a warmth that I had treasured within my heart. Despite his seemingly dark magic, he was warm. I placed my hands on his, feeling the pulse of his life beneath my own.

Without warning, he suddenly turned me around and gently placed his lips on mine. I kissed back, tangling my fingers in his hair as he cupped my face.

He leaned in deeper before pulling away, his forehead leaning against mine. I stared into his eyes, grateful that he was by my side...grateful that he'd never leave me.

"I love you," he said softly.

"I love you too."

~The next day~

Geez, the guild's loud ruckus was already getting to me and it was still morning. Sting offered me a pint of beer, which I accepted without much thought. Downing its contents, I stared at the guild members having their happy conversations.

"Where's Rogue?"

"Impatient, aren't you? Eager to see your boyfriend?" Sting asked with a smirk.

"Pfft, you're just jealous that you don't have a girlfriend. Even if you did figure out our relationship, I don't think he'd have ignored the fact that you've been staring at Yukino more recently."

"*blush* W-what a joke."

I noticed the quick glances he risked at the light-haired mage. I caught his gaze, making me him look away in irritation. Smirking, I walked around to look him in the eye.

"I was right, wasn't I? I don't actually know if Rogue knows about this. I just thought that getting him involved would've made you rethink the fact about hiding it."

"Damn you."

"Well, it seems like Yukino left the guild. Want to follow her?"

"What-"

"Let's go."

I pulled the male by his collar, making Lector follow us out of curiosity. The young girl was only a few metres ahead. Sting's gaze was solely on her, reminding me of the time I used to look at Rogue with that same longing.

"Hey (Y/n), isn't that Frosch?" asked Lector.

"Huh? What's he doing alone?"

I ran up to the little exceed, lifting him off the ground.

"Where's Rogue?"

"Frosch...got lost. Rogue-sama isn't...coming to look..."

I looked at Sting but he seemed just as confused as I was.

"Look! There's Yukino!" Lector exclaimed.

We saw her disappear into a side alley. Without a moment's hesitation, we ran down the deserted alleyway. Where the hell did she go? Carrying a trembling Frosch in my arms, I ran down this illusional maze.

Seconds turned into minutes, subtly engraving a growing sense of irritation into my mind. Sting gestured for me to follow him. His dragon slayer senses must've picked up on her scent.

He suddenly halted to a stop, making me bump into his back. I walked around to see what had caused his reluctance to continue only to freeze just as he had.

"R-Rogue..."

Yukino had her body pinned on top of him, her lips capturing his, trapping him between herself and the wall behind him. A bouquet of flowers lay loosely in his hand. His eyes widened once he noticed us.

"(Y/n), this isn't-"

"Rogue-sama!"

Frosch jumped out of my arms, oblivious of the tension that had risen.

"So the reason you weren't at the guild was because you had a secret date with Yukino?"

"Oh, this is embarrassing. I didn't think I'd get interrupted. I asked Rogue to meet up with me. I...wanted to ask him out..." Yukino exclaimed, a blush forming on her cheeks.

"I-I see. So he bought those flowers for you?"

"I'm not sure. He didn't say anything about them..."

A dark shadow fell over Sting's eyes. He gave my shoulder a squeeze before leaving. Lector cast one more look at us before chasing after his buddy.

"Yukino, I'm sorry but..." Rogue started.

"Do you...not feel the same way?" she asked, clearly upset and embarrassed.

"Sorry but I already love someone else."

"Oh..."

"Yukino, go talk to Sting. I need to ask Rogue about something."

"...okay..."

She quietly took her leave. Rogue took a hesitant step forward, his eyes unsure. I clicked my fingers, making his body freeze in place. My magic allowed me to manipulate gravity, but deeming it somewhat difficult to use, I had learnt reflector from my mum.

"You...really don't love her?"

"No, the only one I need is you."

"The flowers..."

"Are for you."

Tears brimmed my eyes but I refused to let them fall. I unconsciously released my hold on him. He immediately took this chance to pull me into a tight embrace. Being in his arms again made me feel secure.

"I'm sorry for making you worry," he whispered.

"Rogue-sama, Frosch is getting squashed!"

The exceed jumped out from between us and fell face-flat onto the ground. I burst out laughing.

"Omg, that was so cute!"

"(Y/n)-sama, is Frosch funny?"

"You're adorable."

Rogue pouted as I picked up his exceed.

"What? Jealous?"

"In your dreams," he replied while looking away.

I walked up to him and pecked him on the cheek. He blushed slightly. I smirked but he simply pulled me in for a deep kiss. A dark blush formed on my cheeks once I noticed Frosch staring at us with the innocence of a child.

"You're so mean."

"I'll take that as a compliment," he replied with a wink.

"Rogue-sama, Frosch is confused."

"Let's go get something to eat."

"I'm worried about Sting. What will he do with Yukino?" Rogue asked.

"I'm sure they'll be fine. I mean, I am a little mad at Yukino but Sting's strong. He'll get through it somehow."

"...yeah, you're right...(Y/n)?"

"Yeah?"

"I love you, and I mean it. I wouldn't leave you for anyone."