📚GaLe📚
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The petite girl sat at the bar, amongst the people that danced around her. The bar tender with long white hair smiled and gave Levy her full attention.
Mira: Hi my names MiraJane, what can I get for ya'?
Levy: Hi Mira. Hmm.. how bout a pinã colada.
Mira: One pinã colada coming right up.
Mira went to go make her drink, while Levy waited patiently. Just then, someone spoke to her, snapping her out of her daze.
??: You don't look like much of a drinker.
She turned at all angles, and the man chuckled.
??: Over here, shorty
She looked to see a man in a fedora standing by the bar. He flipped his hat up, and gave her a wink and a dashing smile. Her heart nearly stopped when she saw who it was. 'Gajeel Redfox.. relax your nerves Levy. Don't come to him, let him come to you.. just like all those lame teen magazines say.'
Levy: I don't, huh?
Gajeel: Nope. Gimme a beer, Mira.
She nodded and did so snappily. He took a swig and examined her. 'She's got no rack.. but this chick is really cute.'
'Oh my god he's even more incredible in person– no Levy! Lead him on.'
Gajeel: Rough night?
Levy: No, not exactly. Other than losing all of my friends
Gajeel: Sheesh, what happened?
Levy: Well first one of them got lost in New York somewhere, the other decided to have a one night stand with a stranger, and the last one went walking by herself. So it's just me.
Gajeel: That does sound like a rough night. Drink all yer problems away like me, it'll help.
Levy: Thanks for the advice..
She rolled her eyes and took a long sip of her drink. He laughed a bit and continued.
Gajeel: What's yer name, shorty?
She eyed him suspiciously.
Levy: What's your name?
He made a look of disbelief, and threw his arms in the air.
Gajeel: You're kidding, right?
She shook her head no innocently, batting her eyelashes.
Levy: No I'm not
Gajeel: How do you not know who I am? Listen missy, I am only the most world wide famous man since Elvis Presley.
Levy: Ahahaha, you are way in over your head right now! Pfft, hahaha!!
He was shocked. 'She seriously doesn't know who I am..' But be that as it may, this made her all the more attractive to him. A girl that spoke her own mind and barely paid him any attention was interesting. He loved it. Then, he sighed and brushed back his hair.
Gajeel: Are you foreign or something?
Levy: No.
Gajeel: Then you must be living under a rock or something. Everyone in America knows who I am. Hell everyone in the world.
Levy: I uhh.. I'm not that up to date with modern society.
She looked off to the side and sweat dropped, hoping her cover wasn't about to be blown. He eyed her suspiciously and rubbed his chin in deep thought. Then his face lit up.
Gajeel: I've got it! Yer one of those people from the past here to warn us about some near disaster in the future, am I right? Where's yer time machine? And they called me crazy!
Levy: ... That's because you are. First of all, there's no such thing as time travel, scientists have yet to figure that one out. Secondly, if I was someone from time travel, don't you think I'd be someone from the future? Someone from the past couldn't warn you about the future cuz they aren't in it.
Gajeel: Damn you talk a lot.
Levy: Hey I was only trying to--
Gajeel: Aha! Don't tell me... you're an alien from Mars here on earth to send us earthlings a message that you're here to take over the world!!
'Is this really the real Gajeel Redfox? I haven't been missing much...'
Levy: I think you should've stopped at the first beer.
Gajeel: I'm just trying to figure out how you don't know who I am. Or.. are you secretly a fangirl that wants to lead me on?
Her eyes widened and she sweat dropped again, leaning away from him.
Levy: W-what, no way that's absurd! I don't know you from Mars and back!
Gajeel: So you are an alien!
Levy: That was an expression-- oh forget it. Mira, refill please.
Mira: Hehe, one refill coming right up. Is Gajeel bothering you with his nonsense?
Gajeel: It's not nonsense! Abraham Lincoln came in my room in the middle of the night to tell me I was gonna be the next president.
Mira: ... You really shouldn't drink and smoke at the same time.
Gajeel: Ahh just you people wait. I'll prove y'all wrong some day.
Levy: *mumble* Keep telling yourself that
He scoffed and drank another beer. Levy watched all the people dance perfectly, smiles on their faces. She found herself smiling at all the positive energy that was in the atmosphere. Meanwhile, Gajeel was watching her. He grinned.
Gajeel: Since you really don't know, the names Gajeel.
She looked at him and then at the hand he held out for her. She smiled and shook his hand, a little bit of chemistry forming between the two.
Levy: Nice to make your acquaintance. I'm Levy.
Gajeel: Well Levy, I can't think of a better place to get to know someone than on the dance floor. Would you dance with me?
She blushed and looked at him, then all the dancers.
Levy: Umm, I'm not much of a dancer.
Gajeel: Why don't I fix that *wink*
Levy: S-sure I guess. But if I trip over your feet it's not my fault!
Gajeel: Gihi, don't worry about that shorty. Come on, let's go.
She took his hand and he led her to the dance floor. The conga came on and it was even more energetic. She stood still like a stick man, feeling very awkward and insecure.
Gajeel: What are you waiting for?
Levy: I told you, I don't know how to dance. You could teach me the steps, I guess.
Gajeel: Haha, there are no steps, Levy. You just dance.
Levy: But--
Gajeel: Listen to the music
She did so, and found herself slowly moving to the beat. He chuckled a bit.
Gajeel: Yeah that's it. Take my hand
She took his hand and he twirled her around, which made her dizzy. She giggled some. They held hands, fingers intertwining, and danced together while talking. Although it came out more like a yell over the loud music.
Levy: I didn't know you were a dancer.
Gajeel: I'm not. At least not openly. It's funny, I used to be like you when it came to this stuff.
Levy: And just what is that supposed to mean?
Gajeel: It means I looked like a stiff penguin... like you.
Levy: Oh wow I appreciate that.
She went to kick him where the sun don't shine, but he picked her up and lifted her in the air, making it look like apart of the dance. She squealed as he grinned.
Gajeel: You being short really is an advantage for me, gihi
Levy: Asshole
Gajeel: Cutie
Levy: Oh so you're hitting on me now?
Gajeel: There's a time and a place for everything.
Levy: You think your sooooo smooth
Gajeel: That's because I am. See, you may not realize it because your a weirdo who doesn't know who I am, but I can get a girl like that.
Levy: Oh really?
Gajeel: Really. Watch this
'Oh dear god he's gonna kill that poor girl with the feels..'
She watched as he went up to a pretty girl, and asked her to dance. She screamed her head off, and eventually fainted. Her friends came over to her and tried to wake her up. To no avail. Gajeel went back to Levy and smirked.
Gajeel: See what I mean? It's like they just fall for me, gihi. Get it?
Levy: You're not as funny as you think
Gajeel: You really know how to lower my self esteem, know that?
Levy: Welcome to my world
Gajeel: What's that supposed to mean?
Levy: Means my self esteem gets lower everyday, but I'm still here. Sometimes we just gotta suck it up and keep going. Sucks, doesn't it?
Gajeel: Yeah... yeah, it does.
He smiled at her for understanding and they kept dancing until the song was over, and another automatically came on. She panted and gasped for air.
Levy: I'm gonna get another drink
Gajeel: Alright, I'll pay
Levy: Awe how sweet
Gajeel: Whatever
They went back to the bar and Levy got another pinã colada, and he for a whiskey this time.
Levy: Are you a regular drinker?
Gajeel: Uh, as often as I can. You?
Levy: No but I think that's about to change. I challenge you to a chugging contest.
He spit out his drink and laughed his head off.
Gajeel: A chugging contest with you? Sorry shorty, not happening. Can't have you dying on me.
Levy: You don't think I can do it? We'll see about that. Load me up Mira!
Gajeel: You're serious?
Levy: Yeah
Gajeel: Ya don't know what your getting yerself into but... alright. Refill please, Mira.
MiraJane had a worried look on her face as she gave them both refills, and set out other drinks. Rules are simple. Whoever drinks the most glasses without passing out wins. People gathered around them, since they had no lives and lived for this kinda stuff.
Mira: On your mark, get set... go!
Levy and Gajeel began chugging at the same time, and she was actually winning. He watched her closely. The top of her dress was exposed from dancing, which gave him a nice view of her cleavage that poked from her bra. The drink trickled down her neck and down onto her breasts. He blushed some, and all this watching was slowing him down. A girl who was a regular here noticed this and called him out.
Cana: Come on Gajeel, your losing to a first timer! Talk about disappointment.
He grunted and picked up the pace. Soon he was the one winning now. Levy hurriedly guzzled them down as quickly as she could. But once she got to her 10th drink, she dropped the glass, and a loud 'thud' could be heard.
Gajeel had won.
He put down his glass and wiped his mouth as everyone cheered for him. He ignored them, as he was more concerned about Levy's well being. He stooped down to her and picked her up gently.
Gajeel: Aw shit. Levy are you alright?
She opened one eye, and then both. And out of nowhere, she bursted into a fit of laughter. He sighed in relief and everyone left once they knew she was alright. Or was she? Levy kept laughing for absolutely no reason, and Gajeel actually began thinking if she had a multiple personality disorder. He sighed and swung her over his shoulder.
Gajeel: Okay, that's enough for you.
Levy: Nooooo wait, just one more *hiccup* glass!
Gajeel: I think not
Levy: UGHHH YOU BIG FAT JERK!
She kicked and screamed like a child, but he dealt with it. His main goal was making sure she was okay. He could be taking advantage of her in this very moment, but he wasn't. He's simply looking out for her.
Gajeel: Do you have hotel room?
Levy: Y-yeah, room 400
Gajeel: If there is a room 400...
He went to the top floor and opened it. Two men laid in the bed together having a moment, while another recorded it. They were all looking at each other in sheer shock. That is, until the guy recording gave Gajeel a lustful look.
Guy: I don't know who you are, but come on in papi
Gajeel: No thanks, wrong room
Guy: Aww too bad
Gajeel quickly closed the door and rushed down the hall. That's when Levy giggled and his eyebrow twitched.
Gajeel: Why'd you lie to me?!
Levy: I-I'm sorry I didn't know! At least you have a new boyfriend now, teehee
Gajeel: i think not
Then, he went to his room, since there was nowhere else to take her. He gently laid her down on the bed and took her sandals off for her. Then he went to pull the covers over her, but she grabbed his collar and looked deeply into his eyes, her heart rate increasing.
Levy: I have a confession to make
Gajeel: What..?
Levy: I've known who you are the whole time.. I'm probably your biggest fan and I fucking love you. Can we have sex?
His eyes went wide and he was actually blushing at the girls comment. But there was no way he was having sex with her when A. she was drunk, B. just met her. He chuckled and patted her cheek.
Gajeel: I don't think so honey. Not while your drunk. *mumbles* besides, I think Gray took the condoms anyway.
She pouted and crossed her arms.
Levy: Aww no fair! *hiccup*
Gajeel: Just get some rest, Levy.
She sighed and whined like a baby for the millionth time. Once she knew she wasn't getting her way, she held onto the pillow and eventually ended up drifting off into a deep sleep.
***
Levy's eyes fluttered open. She saw Gajeel eating take out and watching tv. The tv was the only source of light, other than the city lights out the window. She sat up and rubbed her eyes, and without meaning to made a soft "mm". This caught his attention and he turned his head towards her and smiled some.
Gajeel: Ah, you're up. I don't know what you like but I figured you'd be hungry when you woke up, so I got you some.
He gestured towards the take out on the nightstand beside her. She didn't respond, only made a painful look and held onto her stomach. She dashed to the bathroom and threw up.
'Hangover. Bet she'll never drink again.'
A while later she came back in and laid down, burying her face in the pillow. She mumbled something but he couldn't make it out.
Gajeel: Did you know that you talk in your sleep?
Levy: ... My friend told me once.
Gajeel: Yeah, ya' do. Ya' kept saying my name a lot, gihi. Oh and something about Jet and Droy being lazy bums that never get any new stories...?
She laughed a bit and brushed some hair out of her face. Her headband was missing. No, it came off while she was sleeping.
Levy: Sorry about that. Jet and Droy are my partners for the newspaper column.
Gajeel: Figured as much. What do you guys usually write about?
Levy: Just whatever goes on in the town, really. It's a small town so nothing special. Why do you ask?
Gajeel: Just curious
Actually, he was trying to get her mind off of that excruciating headache and stomachache which were leftovers from the hangover. It was working too. The less she thought about it the less she felt it.
Gajeel: Gimme yer fortune cookie.
Levy: No way, you already had one. Greedy.. let me have a fortune
Gajeel: But mine was trash. Something about I should give more
Levy: Pfft that's not my fault. It's the fortune cookie gods fault.
Gajeel: Uh huh-- the what?
Levy: The fortune cookie gods. The spirits that decide your fortune through the power of cookies--
Gajeel: And you called me crazy. Just eat the damn cookie.
She giggled and opened it, pulling out the small piece of paper and reading it. She blushed profusely and he was curious now.
Gajeel: What does it say?
Levy: U-um nothing. In case you want to know for future references, I really like sushi. Preferably the avocado roll. I'm weird, I know.
He threw a small piece of chicken at her, and she scowled at him.
Levy: Hey what was that for--
Gajeel: What. Does. It. Say?
Levy: Why do you wanna know so bad?
Gajeel: Cuz yer blushing, so it must be good.
Levy: W-whatever. I'm not telling you
Gajeel: Whelp, the hard way it is. Why do women always have to be so goddamn complicated?
Levy: Why do men have to be so pushy?
Gajeel: To make up for women being so stubborn. Now lemme see what it says.
Levy: Never!
He wrapped his arms around her and she laughed some at his attempt to get a piece of paper. She kept it in her hands. He carefully flipped himself on top of her, and they pulled the paper back and forth.
Levy: Stop your gonna rip it!
Gajeel: I'll stop when you just give it to me!
Levy: Ugh, asshole!
Gajeel: Ugh, you're too fucking adorable to be called an asshole!
She blushed, and this caught her off guard. He took the paper from her.
Levy: Hey you tricked me!
He ignored her as he read that slips contents. 'You have found a new lover today.' He said nothing. No comment moment.
Levy: That's why I didn't want you to see it.
Gajeel: I didn't trick you by the way. I meant it
Levy: Huh?
Gajeel: You are really adorable.
She looked down and moved her food around with the chopsticks.
Levy: T-thank you
Gajeel: So uhh, about you knowing who I was. Why didn't you say anything? Why didn't you freak out?
Levy: I was freaking out... on the inside. And I dunno. I just feel like girls that throw themselves at a guy look desperate and weak. I don't wanna be like that. Your still a person, just a person with talent and millions of dollars. That doesn't mean I should treat you any differently. Besides, I just wanted to get to know you. The real you.
He didn't say anything at first. Just processing that there was in fact a girl on this earth that liked him past his fame and looks. It was incredible to him.
Gajeel: It's been too long since I heard someone say that. Thanks
Levy: You're welcome
She smiled at him and took the last bite of her meal. She laid back down, and he did the same. Now they were facing each other, both propped up ok their elbows.
Gajeel: Do you need me to take you back to your friends?
Levy: No. I don't know where they are anyway.
Gajeel: Alright then, just let me know if you need anything.
Levy: Okay.
They looked into each other's eyes, but he was mainly looking at her lips. Without thinking he leaned in. Just as their lips were about to meet, she turned her head shyly.
Levy: I uh.. I-I've never kissed anyone before
Gajeel: Didn't think so. You look like too much of a goody goody.
Levy: Oh shut up
He found himself leaning in again, and she did the same this time. She let him kiss her, and their lips moved in sync slowly. He pulled her closer and she smiled in the middle of the kiss, which he loved and did the same. After a while they parted.
Gajeel: Never kissed anyone my ass. Your tongue work is amazing.
Levy: Eww don't tell me that!
Gajeel: Gihi, I'm sorry I'm sorry! Didn't think you'd get all soft about it.
She watched his lips but didn't pay attention to the words that came out of them. She was the one kissing him this time. They cuddled and kissed for what seemed to be the rest of the night...
After that, the couples stayed in secret for about a year, until they made themselves open in the public when they got married. They're all very good friends and live happy lives.
The end