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Daycare Love

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A/N: Surpise! Daycare Love is back! I'm sorry this took years to update. I'm not really too satisfied with my writing here and there're probably lots of typos and grammar errors but I hope you still can enjoy it. Thank you for waiting! :) ♡

Chapter four | Guilt

Juvia would like to think she was a professional at keeping work related matters at work and work only. However, that night after her very…interesting first day of work, she could no longer call herself a pro.

There she was, tossing and turning in bed, left and right and her thoughts would not stop. Gray would not go away. Aster would not disappear.

As wrong as it may sound, if it was another family, Juvia would have been sleeping like a baby hours ago but this was Gray. He wasn’t some random stranger. He was her best friend, even how much she knew she had no right calling him that anymore after what she did to him.

Seeing Gray again after all those years brought back so many memories from their childhood and teenage years.So did feelings return, feelings she didn’t remember she had.

As all these thoughts

Yesterday in the break room, Cana was unable to explain further what exactly she meant by Aster not having a mother but if she would bring it up again Juvia wouldn’t push her about it. She felt like Gray should be the person to tell her if he wanted to but if he didn’t want to she wouldn’t be disappointed.

But to say Juvia wasn’t curious was a lie. There were a couple possibilities she thought about. Did Gray’s partner pass away? Did they have a bad break-up? Or maybe Gray really wanted to raise a child on his own? The first options were possible but the third? It didn’t seem likely, considering he would have ‘’only’’ been as young as twenty one or twenty two when Aster was born. Also the fact that Gray wanted to prioritise his career. Juvia recalled the day Gray told her just that.

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It was friday, after school,which meant it was Caramade Franks day for the blue and raven hair best friends. They were sitting on a bench in Magnolia park eating while simultaneously playing something like 21 ish questions.

‘’No way you like pineapple on pizza!’’ Gray couldn’t believe what he was hearing.‘’I was rooting for you, Juvia’’

‘’Oh please’’ Juvia rolled her eyes at her best friend's very dramatic reaction. ‘’Have you actually tried it or have you just decided to agree with what randoms on the internet?’’

Silence.

‘’Thought so’’

As she was trying to come up with a question to ask him next, she saw a family. A father, a mother and a child. The child looked between one and two years old. They were playing football, the parents cheering every time their little one kicked the football which made the toddler beam and sometimes go ‘’Yay!’’. Their interaction made Juvia’s heart melt. She hoped that one day she would have what they have; A happy family.

‘’Okay, this is deeper than the other questions. Do you see yourself with a family of your own in the future?

‘’Yes’’ Gray answered smiling, without hesitation. ‘’I would like to settle down with my person and hopefully have mini versions of us running around our house. Only if she wants to, I know how painful birth can be’’

Gray’s unexpected answer made Juvia look at him in awe. The fact he would give up on having children, for his partner’s sake. Whoever that will be is going to be one lucky woman.

‘’But first I want to focus on my studies. You know how passionate I’m on becoming an architect’’

‘’Damn, who thought that the Gray Fullbuster, one of the most popular boys in school, was softer than a teddy bear. I guarantee you there are plenty of volunteers in your fan club’’ May or may not include myself but I will take that to my grave.

‘’Oh shut it, Lockser’’ He gave her a light smack on her arm. ‘’You better not tell a soul, especially fire-breath cause otherwise he will make fun of me until the day I die and that will be on you’’

‘’Yes, don’t worry, these lips are sealed. Even though that would be hilari- Ow!’’ She got cut off by receiving another slap on her arm.

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Juvia grabbed her phone from the nightstand to look at the time.

3:38

‘’Fuck this shit’’ She cursed and didn’t waste another second in bed and swiftly got up. She removed her pyjamas and changed into sportswear. Maybe a way-too-early-in-the-morning run would help her get some sleep.

Spoiler alert: It did not help.

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Entering the break room, Juvia was greeted by one of her colleagues. Someone she knew very well.

‘’Good morning, Juvia!’’ It was Levy McGarden.

Levy was another old friend of hers. She was exceptionally intelligent, definitely the most intelligent person Juvia knew and found it slightly strange she hadn’t chosen a different career instead in early childhood education. She always imagined Levy being a scientist, a researcher or even a librarian since she was a bookworm. Saying she loved books was an understatement. It was an (healthy) obsession. Juvia remembered one year when they still were in high school, over the summer Levy had read nearly fifty books. Fifty! Voluntarily!

Despite everything, if working with children was something Levy was passionate about and it brought her joy, Juvia was happy for her and she was more than happy to have her as a colleague.

‘’Morning’’

‘’Oh dear, you look, uh…’’ Levy was struggling to find the right word upon seeing Juvia’s drowsy state with big dark circles under her eyes.

‘’Like death?’’ Juvia finished the sentence for her. ‘’I know. I didn’t get a blink of sleep last night but nothing a cup or two of coffee can’t fix.’’ Or a mega pint.

‘’Not the word I would have chosen but close enough’’

To be honest, speaking with Levy made Juvia uncomfortable. Not because Levy was making her uncomfortable but because Juvia felt guilty. Not only had she most likely hurt Gray but she also hurt all of her friends back then and Juvia still couldn’t bring to forgive herself.

‘’Levy’’

‘’Yeah?’’

‘’I’m aware that you guys let me know everything is okay between us but I’m really sorry for hurting you and I hope you’ll still accept me as your friend’’ Tears were forming in the corner of her eyes. It was only her second day at work and yet she was having a meltdown, really?

‘’Juvia…’’ Levy stood up from where she was sitting and rushed to Juvia to hug her. ‘’Of course I still want to be friends’’’

‘’Are you sure?’’

‘’Yes, Juvia’’ Levy reassured her and let go of the embrace to meet her eyes. ‘’I promise’’

‘’Thank you so much’’ Juvia wiped away the tears that had fallen down her cheek.

‘’I need to go to work now but I’ll see you later, okay?’’

‘’Okay.’’

Levy gave her a last smile until she wasn’t in sight.

Now Juvia really needs that mega pint.

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It was now eight o’clock and time for Juvia to start work. When she entered the corridor at her department, Gray stood by the door waving his hand while saying bye to Aster.

Yesterday Juvia was going to inform Gray of Aster’s day, including the situation at nap time where Aster had brought up the nightmares that have been occurring. Unfortunately she had already finished work before he arrived for pick up. Hopefully Meredy had forwarded the message.

The good news is that after Aster woke up from his nap, he said that he slept well and without any nightmares. As Juvia was in a crouching position to see and hear him better, he wrapped his arms around her in a hug which surprised her. Nonetheless she hugged him back gently to not crush his tiny body. He was adorable.

When Gray noticed Juvia, he had a big smile plastered to his face. Juvia knew it was genuine but she could feel that behind his smile, there was hut. He shouldn’t be smiling at her like that, she didn't. She didn’t deserve his perfect smile, she didn’t deserve his hugs, she didn't deserve his kindness. Nothing.

‘’Juvia, good morning’’

‘’Good morning, Gray’’ She gave him a smile back, trying her best to hide her anxiety that was building up inside her. And the guild.

‘’So, Meredy told me what happened at nap time yesterday and I just wanted to thank you personally, for helping Aster. He slept like a baby last night too’’

Stop it, Gray. Stop being so nice to me.

‘’Gray, you know you don’t have to thank me. I’m just doing my job but I’m really happy to hear that I could be of help. And if there’s anything else I can help with, please don’t hesitate to ask’’ Juvia managed both to keep eye contact with him and also not stutter. She was anxious as hell but she needed to stay professional no matter how difficult it was.

‘’Well actually…Never mind. I’ll see you later, Juvia’’ He gave her a small wave before Juvia was the only one in the corridor.

‘’See you later’’ Juvia wondered what he was about to say but shrugged it off. It was probably nothing important.

Or was it?

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classysassy9791 · 2 years

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“When you’re in a dark place, you sometimes tend to think you’ve been buried. Perhaps you’ve been planted. Bloom.”

I wasn’t able to finish the fic regarding Hisui x Juvia in time for Rare Pair Week hosted by @ftguildevents, but I hope to post it sometime in the near future. For now, here’s a little unedited snippet:

Juvia Lockser couldn’t say what made her feet move beyond the door of their home that day. She hadn’t worked up the courage to leave since he had abandoned her, a small piece of her remaining hopeful for his safe return. But as the weeks turned into months, fear began to creep over her like winter’s chill. What if he had been injured during his travels? What if he needed her help? Gray Fullbuster was not a man who played the helpless victim, but his absence caused Juvia’s heart to ache and worry to gnaw at her insides. The world was a much bigger place for someone traveling alone.

There wasn’t any monumental event or revelation that brought on her decision to leave. She simply woke up that morning and her body began moving on its own. Perhaps the days of brooding had finally taken its toll. She shoved away her grief, the dark gray clouds overhead following her and shedding rain in a torrent. Her tear ducts were empty, the ache in her chest now numb. Time was such a fickle thing - it moved so agonizingly slow and so swiftly all at once.

Juvia had coined the nickname “The Rain Woman”. She breathed the very essence of water, from the salty ocean waves to the fresh spring creeks. Yet, even she came to despise the element. The day she had encountered Gray during the battle of Phantom Lord brought the first ray of sunshine into her life. Perhaps that was why she had clung so fervently to him. She had a fear of the sun being taken away, and she wanted nothing more than to avoid the reappearance of Gloomy Juvia.

She wasn’t sure how long she had been walking. She had no destination in mind, so it was hard to keep track of the days. With eyes that could cry no more, she lifted her gaze to the street where people bustled. The cobblestone glistened, thunder rolling in the distance. No one stopped to check on the lonely woman drenched to her core, too busy hurrying to escape the rain clouds that had suddenly appeared overhead.

“Juvia?”

That was her name, wasn’t it? Someone was calling her name. After being alone for so long, the voice sounded strange to her ears.

“Juvia, is that you?” the woman called again, ringing a bell of familiarity.

Footsteps headed in her direction, a man’s voice grumbling discontent as they drew closer. A hand rested on her shoulder, squeezing gently, and causing Juvia to look over. Hisui E. Fiore, the princess of Fiore, stood beside her with a frown, brows drawn together. The knight that always accompanied her held an umbrella over both of them.

Hisui tilted her head. “Are you all right? What are you doing out in the rain?”

Juvia could only stare at the princess, not sure how to answer her question. She and Hisui only knew each other by association. They had met briefly during the celebration in Crocus after the dragon attack, but otherwise could very well be strangers. How could she even begin to explain her situation?

“Arcadios,” Hisui called, turning to the knight beside her.

They exchanged a conversation, in which Juvia turned a deaf ear to. She didn’t much care for royal matters. Whatever they were discussing held no weight for her. The only thing she concerned herself with was finding Gray and making sure he was all right.

Hisui’s hand moved from Juvia’s shoulder to her hand. “Come on,” she persuaded, the gentle tug on her hand urging Juvia to follow after her.

Juvia studied Hisui, wondering what exactly the princess meant. “What-What do you mean?” she finally managed to say, her voice hoarse from not being used.

“We’re bringing you back to the castle.”

The thought alone stopped Juvia in her tracks. “I-I can’t.”

Green eyes looked at her. “Why not?”

“I-” Juvia clamped her mouth shut. Part of her wanted to tell her that Gray was missing and Juvia needed to find him. But the other part of her didn’t want to explain to this stranger the predicament she had found herself in.

Hisui squeezed Juvia’s hand. “If you don’t want to tell me, that’s okay. But you’ll catch your death if you don’t get into some dry clothes. At least come back to the palace to warm up and stay the night.”

How could Juvia argue with that? She swallowed thickly then nodded. Hisui smiled and began pulling her toward the carriage that awaited them. Once they were both safely tucked inside, Arcadios signaled for the driver to bring them back to the palace. The clapping of the horses’ hooves was drowned out by the rain that followed.

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