[IC] Fairy Tail: We Are Family

[BlueAjah]

Paige's eyes darkened and became more serious. One look at the girl's face was enough to tell Paige something was wrong. No more playing around. She nodded to Kassy, trusting she could take care of the guild. Without even looking back, Paige started running with the girl. If the situation was what Paige thought it was, then someone was hurt badly.

"Where are we headed and who's hurt?" She asked, skipping introductions. There would be a time to formally introduce themselves, but now was not the time.

[Teknonick]

[Christopher]
Christopher helped Terra up off the ground after Aurore stole his horse and rode off into the distance. "I apologize. That was my companion, Aurore. She can be a little... reckless... at times. Here, let's get you up." he said. "Your friends, Ander and Dremmick... they're tough people, they are strong enough to deal with what they put themselves through. Them getting hurt was not your fault, they decided it on their own accord. I do believe they will get better soon, just as I believe you will too." Christopher said to Terra. He looked off in the distance Aurore had taken his horse, Where are you Aurore?

[Aurore]
"We're heading to... some battlefield. I don't recall what it's called. But it's Dremmick, he's hurt. He's overused his powers, and most likely won't make it without help." Aurore said, stopping Paige from going the wrong way. "Here, it's faster." she said, moving over to the horse and getting the horse to stand. She leaped on top of the horse, and patted behind her for Paige to jump about too. "Hiya!" she urged the horse onward.

"It's a long story, but I'll try to explain it as much as I can before we arrive. Ander's sister Terra was frozen in a crystal, so he decided to come here and free her. He caused a little trouble in town earlier, but we found out it was because the Jailers he's a part of were trying to stop him from saving Terra. Lastly we found Terra inside of an old abandoned building, and-" she stopped as she concentrated on turning the horse around the corner, and pushing the horse faster after they made it. "and, found The Wisp waiting there, a very dangerous Jailer. Everyone pitched in to help, but Leon decided he would take Korde one on one. Dremmick then used his magic to enter inside of a magical field Leon had cast to prevent anyone from interfering with the duel. Then Dremmick used some of his magic to hold Korde still as Leon brought down the barrier, then everyone unleashed their attacks... but Dremmick got in the way at the last second, so he shared the attacks meant for The Wisp." she then finished, sliding the horse to a stop as they came up to Christopher and Terra.

"Aurore- where were you?" Christopher started to question Aurore, but she leaped off and was already leading Paige into the building. "Aurore- uuh. I sure hope you know what you're doing." he said after her. "Come on, this way." Aurore said to Paige, leading her over too Dremmick. "Here he is." she said, looking at Paige before kneeling down beside Dremmick. "We found her, it's going to be okay. Just hang in there."

[BlueAjah]

Paige followed Aurore and listened intently to every word she said. Things had certainly gotten out of hand and Paige found herself wishing she had returned from her job earlier. She walked with Aurore into the room Dremmick was and she instantly gasped. Assessing his wounds, Paige concluded that she might be able to heal him.

"Those were strong attacks to do this to him. I think... I can heal him. But this is going to take a deep amount of concentration and I can't be interrupted, okay? Once I finish, most of my energy is going to be drained. Just don't worry, I'll be fine after a night's rest. Please hang in there Dremmick."

Paige knelt beside Aurore and stuck her hands over Dremmick's stomach. A light blue glow radiated from her hands and spread throughout Dremmick's whole body. Paige closed her eyes and concentrated, slowly healing Dremmick's wounds.

[ShadowVentus]

@Jollan
Seeing everything that happened before him, Leon silently sheathed his blade as he watched Paige and many others rush to Dremmick's side. Despite this having been his own order, the man couldn't help but feel that he could have done something to prevent this chain of events. "If you can still hear me, then know this..you fought valiantly. However, if your wish is to simply move on..I will grant it without hesitation." He says in his mind, approaching the gravely wounded medic from an angle at which he could make eye contact with him.
Inigo, petrified with the realization that he had struck down both Korde and Dremmick, seems as if he is somewhere else, trying to recover from the shock of it all. He then snapped back into reality as his sister approached him with a concerned look on her face. She too had attacked, but, she didn't seem fazed in the slightest by the possibility that Dremmick could die at any given moment. "Morgan...how are you so calm!?" He inquired, not exactly mad, but not happy either. She faintly smiled, having a feeling that he would ask that. "To be honest, I'm as terrified as you are. However, it's better to have faith that things'll work out. If not..then all we can do is comfort those that are closest to him. It's most likely what he would want.." She responds, her voice cracking slightly near the end as she struggles to speak of Dremmick's condition. In response, she receives a comforting embrace from her sibling, returning it happily.

[booksmusicanime]

Cilia puts her hand softly on her sisters shoulder, she glanced down at her sister who was watching Paige heal Dremmick.

---

Ris's mind was numb. She couldn't think straight. All she felt was cold. If Dremmick died she would be someone at fault cause she helped with that final attack.

[Jollan]

Slowly, Dremmick felt like the world was coming back together around him. "Thanks, and a tempting offer, Leon, but they are going through an awful lot of trouble, heh.". Recent wounds started to close and turn to scars, however his body's condition due the curse didn't reverse. His breaths started to become stronger.

Finally, Dremmick was able to speak up, letting everyone know he was alright though it was still weak, "You know, that is a very nice trick," he said looking over toward Paige, then he turned back toward Ris, "Remind me not to make stupid split second decisions, next time."

"Ander, relieved, smiled as he looked down to the ground, "You imbecile. You put us through that again and I may just kill you myself."

"Is Terra alright?" Dremmick asked.

"I'm here," Terra answered as she knelt beside him.

"Good... So if I did die, at least we would have done what we came here for." Dremmick replied weakly.

[BlueAjah]

Paige smiled once the healing was complete. Healing was her favorite magic to use but it was also the most tiring. A wave of dizziness fogged up her brain and she stumbled a bit when rising from the ground. She had used way too much of her magic energy today and what she needed more than anything was rest. Paige hated showing weakness, so she sucked in the pain and looked to the others.

"I think I better get back. I'm glad you are alright, Demmrick. Try to be careful in the future, I may not be able to heal you next time."

[booksmusicanime]

Ris nodded slightly. She clutched Dremmick's hand with her small one. Her golden eyes watched him quietly.

[Teknonick]

[Christopher] [Aurore]
Christopher walked up behind Terra as she came in and knelt next to Dremmick. Aurore walked over to Christopher, and Christopher rested his hand on her shoulder as she let out a small sigh of relief.

"You be good Dremmick, alright? No more putting your life on the line like a hero again?" Aurore joking asked him with a light smile. Aurore looked over at Paige after she had finished her healing and announced she should get back. "I'll help take you." Aurore volunteered. "I think it'd be best if you try not to walk too far." she added.

"I'll stay here and help with Dremmick. You want to be moved to the guild, or do you want to stay here for awhile?" Christopher said, looking down at Dremmick on the floor.

[BlueAjah]

Paige quietly thanked Aurore and started heading back to the guild with her. Taking deep breaths, she hoped she'd be able to make it back to the dorms. Maybe next time she wouldn't crash the guild? Paige chuckled at the thought. There was no way her or any of the guild members could stop their playful clashes. Hopefully there would be better timing next time.

[ShadowVentus]

@Jollan@BlueAjah@booksmusicanime@Teknonick

"Indeed they did. It's good to know that your condition is no longer critical. With that being said, I'll be taking my leave. There is much work to be done..." With that being said, Leon breaks eye contact with Dremmick and begins walking away from everyone, heading for the doorway.
Inigo and Morgan look up as they hear footsteps, seeing their uncle approach them. "Uncle, are you alright?" Morgan inquires. "I'll recover soon enough. In the meantime, I'll be gone for quite a while...Morgan, I need you stay here and take care of the others. Inigo, you're coming with me." Leon responds, explaining very little as he begins walking once more. Deciding it would be best to not question their uncle, the siblings do as they're told, Inigo following after Leon and Morgan staying put until she is needed by the others. However, just before he takes off, Inigo turns to look back at Morgan. "Sis...take care of Cilia, please." He says. "Of course...just promise me you'll both come back safe." She responds, smiling sadly. "Yeah..it's a promise." He remarks before rushing after Leon, who has gotten a small headstart on him.

[Jollan]

Dremmick nodded to Leon, "Until next time, friend." He then turned to Christopher. "Well as comfortable as the stone floor is, I think I wouldn't mind heading back to the guild hall... With the Jailers officially gone, I guess I'm in the market for a new guild," he finished looking at Ris, giving her hand an assuring squeeze before sitting up. He was able to, but he was still pretty sore, through and through. "That magic of hers sure does wonders," he thought.

---

As Terra started to regain her strength and footing, she stayed close to Ander. "I won't be needing these anymore," Ander said as he held up the three dragon slayer crystals he already collected. He then set them on the ground and smashed them, releasing the power within them. "Enjoy your magic back."

Terra turned to where Drax and Sphyl were standing, watching the events unfold. "What will you two do now?"

"Well, considering that we don't have a guild,-" drax started.

"And the real Judge was actually killed two years ago by Korde," Sphyl cut in.

"..yes, well.. It would seem that we will take our leave for now. I, for one am ready to retire." Drax continued. He then saw Inigo and Leon leaving when he stopped them. "Good sir, I believe that you never answered my previous proposal." he mentioned to Inigo. "If you would like, I can accompany you and teach you everything I know about fighting, both externally, and internally." He paused for a moment. "It is your decision to make, and I would be honored to have a pupil such as yourself under my tutelage."

[Teknonick]

[Christopher]
"Take it from me, I know a few people who would actually prefer the floor." Christopher laughed. Christopher stepped closer, kneeling slightly and offering Dremmick a hand to stand him up. "It's a little ways too the guild, so let's stop Aurore before she rides off with that other girl without you. Think you can ride saddle?"

[Knight of Doom]

Sylvia was returning to the guild after a long training session. She had spent the past 3 weeks focusing on the manipulation of brain waves. They were the trickiest in terms of controlling. As she walked into Magnolia, she couldn't help but wonder what those back at the guild had been up to. No doubt destroying things. The thought made her sigh. Knowing your limits is very important to training and fighting. Sylvia honestly didn't know how Fairy Tail kept such a title as "The Strongest Guild" when they couldn't even handle themselves. Nonetheless, Sylvia still had to work to earn Jewels...

Wait a second...

A shudder ran up Sylvia's spin when she realized she didn't have enough money to pay for both rent AND food. She silently facepalmed as she approached the guild's front door. Oh well, better start racking up the money now. Hopefully, there'd be a good job opportunity that would both pay a lot and be quick. Also Sylvia would have to check on what her friend Paige was up to, she usually had a story or two to tell when Sylvia got back from a solo mission or training.

[Jollan]

BACK AT THE GUILD HALL!

When everyone arrived back at the guild Dremmick was leaning against the horse's neck in the saddle. All of his body was still sore, and needles to say, the ride didn't help him feel any better. "That must have been... the second biggest mistake... I have ever made." He said as he slid off the horse and stumbled forward, regaining his balance just before falling. "Phew, close one!"

---

"So...," Terra spoke to Ander as they arrived. "What happened to Dremmick?"
"Hmm, well, too put it bluntly, he used too much magic and he just about died," Ander responded.
"What!? How did that happen?"
"Because, uh....I kinda died for a moment there myself and he revived me." He said, scratching the back of his neck a little sheepishly. Avoiding the fact that it was probably the final attack on Korde that probably did it.
"EH!? I told you before not to do anything stupid!"
"Stupid!? I was trying to save you!"
"Yes 'stupid', you were trying fight by yourself again weren't you?"
"Geeeh! Forget it! Everything is fine now!" Ander crossed his arms and stewed for a moment, "I'm getting some food"
"Wait for me!" Terra shouted.
"Nope, you need to stay here a bit. Don't worry I'll be right back."
Terra was silent for a moment but then nodded her head. "Okay, but don't be long..."
"I won't," Ander waved as he headed into town.

"Ah, just like old times," Dremmick said. "C'mon, lets go inside and rest."

[ShadowVentus]

"..yes, well.. It would seem that we will take our leave for now. I, for one am ready to retire." Drax continued. He then saw Inigo and Leon leaving when he stopped them. "Good sir, I believe that you never answered my previous proposal." he mentioned to Inigo. "If you would like, I can accompany you and teach you everything I know about fighting, both externally, and internally." He paused for a moment. "It is your decision to make, and I would be honored to have a pupil such as yourself under my tutelage."

@Jollan

Both Leon and Inigo stop while they're ahead and listen to his proposal. Inigo, taking a few minutes to collect his thoughts, looks Drax right in the eyes and responds with a smile on his face. "It'd be an honor if you were to join us. Don't you think so, uncle?" He redirects the question toward his relative, knowing that the decision was mostly his considering that Leon has been his mentor almost his whole life. "I agree. It would be good for Inigo to receive a new form of training. There's plenty of room for growth. Now, let's be on our way." Leon responds, both him and his nephew turning back to leave the building once more.

[Teknonick]

Part One

Chapter One

"Here I Am!"

[Christopher]
Christopher woke up in his bed, stretching all his bones and muscles. "Oh! That one hurt!" Christopher froze, as one was pulled in the wrong direction. He released the pressure, before spinning his raw shoulder blade in a fruitless attempt to lessen the pain. "I'm going to feel that one for the rest of my life..." he said to himself, recalling the night before, having been thrown into the wall. He leaned his feet over the side of the bed, and looked over at the mirror on the other side of the room. "Hmm, probably need to lose a few pounds."

[Aurore]
Aurore's eyes exploded open as she laid in her bed. The moment she knew she was awake, was the moment she wanted to stay awake for as long as possible. She bounced out of bed, the sheets flying off, and landed at the foot of the bed. She did a few quick stretches, beore bouncing off of each foot and shaking it off. She dove into her dresser's drawers, and pulled out an identical outfit as to the one she wore the other day. "Perfect!"

"Rise and shine, it's time to wake the dead!" Aurore burst open Christopher's door. "You know, I'm a married man." he said, looking over at the woman standing in front of the door as he continued to sit on the side of his bed in his underwear. Aurore rolled her eyes and walked over towards him, picking him up by the shoulders and shoving him towards his dresser. "Trust me honey, you're not my type." Aurore laughed as she walked towards the doors. "Somehow... I find that hard to believe."

[Kassy]
Kassy pushed open the doors too the guild hall, throwing her hands on her hips and making a pose. "Here I am!" she announced. "Again." after she realized she had already announced it the other day. She shrugged it off nonetheless, Meh, twice doesn't hurt. She lifted up her right hand, and looked at the guild mark that was now there. "Hmmp!" shook her hand away, then bounced over towards the quest board. "Now... what quest to doooo...." she thought to herself, raising a hand to her chin. She then thought a moment, and turned around. Where's Paige? Maybe she can help decide.

[booksmusicanime]

Ris sat at a table by herself in the guild hall. Her pink hair covered her face as she stared at the table lost in though.

---

Cilia sat at the bar, telling the story of what happened before she got back. Her arms moved in wide gestures to express her point.

[BlueAjah]

🐲Paige🐲

Paige skipped through Magnolia and waved at random people she happened to pass by. She received a few dirty looks but her reputation was famous enough that some actually smiled and waved back. Being a Dragon Slayer had it's perks, everyone knew who you were. Paige craved attention too and she thankfully got plenty.

Arriving at the guild, Paige grinned. This was the highlight of every day. There was nothing better than visiting your home and family members. The guild might be connected by blood, but their bond was stronger than most families. Paige had their backs, and she knew they had hers. She swung open the guild doors, a typical Paige-like entrance, and shouted.

"The Dragon has returned! I know it's been hard without me!" Paige giggled and stepped into the guild. Sitting by herself was none other than Slyvia. She must have returned from her job!

"Welcome back! How was your job? Have you accomplished world domination yet?" She asked sarcastically, taking a seat beside her.

[Knight of Doom]

While taking a brief break after her journey, Sylvia was enjoying a nice warm meal. The food up in the mountains isn't as good as you would think it'd be. She sat back, closed her eyes, and took in her surroundings. The incessant chatter, the shuffling feet, the door flinging open, the screech of her friend announcing her presence to all who had ears, whether they liked it or not, ah yes, the usual. As Paige noisily took a seat next to her, Sylvia prepared herself.

"Welcome back! How was your job? Have you accomplished world domination yet?" Paige asked sarcastically.

"I wasn't on a job I was training," Sylvia sighed. "And as for world domination, I've obviously achieved such an easy feat as that." She draped an arm over Paige's shoulders, and looked off into the distance dramatically, her hand splayed in front of them making a sweeping gesture. "Everything the light touches is mine, and when I die... Everyone's going down with me."

With that abrupt ending, Sylvia removed her arm from Paige's shoulder and continued to eat her food. "So what have you been up to lately?"