"The friend of Lord Roland... why did he suddenly leave?"
Looking at Loke, who had left in silence, Juvia tilted her head, a slightly puzzled expression on her face.
"Who knows? Maybe he was hit hard." Roland shook his head, then turned and walked toward the street not far away. "Let's go. I'll take you back to Oak Town first."
"Eh, are we leaving now?"
Juvia reluctantly clutched the corner of his clothes, looking up at him with pitiful eyes, looking strangely cute.
She had finally worked up the courage to find the person she liked, only to have to take a train back after staying for just half a day.
What was the difference between that and coming for nothing?
At the very least—at the very least, there should be a farewell kiss!
"Lord Roland's first kiss... Juvia wants it so much!~"
Her mind uncontrollably fantasized, causing Juvia to involuntarily cup her cheeks with her hands and let out a shy whimper.
"..."
Sorry, it's not my first kiss anymore.
Roland hesitated for a moment but didn't state this cruel reality.
"After you move to Magnolia in two days, I'll take you on a tour of the vicinity. How about that?"
"Okay, it's a promise!"
Before he could even finish, Juvia immediately nodded vigorously, an unconcealable excitement on her face.
Clearly, in her mind, this sentence was a so-called invitation to a date.
Since a date had been arranged, would more intimate things like kissing and sharing a bed be far behind?
Looking at the girl who had once again fallen into a love-struck state, Roland shook his head and didn't offer any further explanation.
Forget it. As long as she's happy.
Magnolia.
At the train station.
The train's whistle blew. Accompanied by thick, rolling white smoke, the entire train slowly moved forward.
"She's really... more forward than I thought."
Looking at the magic train in the distance, Roland touched the corner of his lips. It was as if the girl's sweet lips and taste still lingered there.
Just as she was about to leave, Juvia had very boldly pounced into his arms and actively offered her first kiss.
"A farewell kiss!"
Even now, that pleasant voice seemed to echo in his ears, making one feel a sense of nostalgia.
The train traveled further and further away. After two minutes, it disappeared over the distant horizon, leaving only the empty tracks.
"Alright, I'll head back to the guild first."
Roland took a deep breath, turned, and left the crowded station, heading toward the guild.
Hmm... I wonder if Levy and Knightwalker are awake?
After returning to the guild, Roland ignored the chaotic environment in the hall and walked straight to the bar.
"Yawn~ Mirajane, a cup of coffee, please."
Levy lay listlessly on the bar and couldn't help but yawn, a glistening tear forming at the corner of her eye.
She looked completely like she hadn't woken up.
"Did you stay up late reading again?"
The girl's listless appearance made Mirajane blink. After handing her the coffee, she asked with a concerned tone.
Although she didn't live in the girls' dormitory, she had heard a little about Levy's library room—staying up late to read wasn't a one-or-two-day affair.
"It's not staying up late to read... it's Roland, Roland!"
Levy took a sip of the hot coffee, her gaze wistfully fixed on the cup as she complained in a small voice.
"Roland?"
Mirajane subconsciously looked behind her. Roland was standing there at some point, eavesdropping with great interest on Levy's complaints.
Noticing the poster girl's gaze, Roland quietly made a "shush" gesture, his meaning clear.
"..."
After a moment of hesitation, Mirajane nodded almost imperceptibly and didn't expose his presence.
She also wanted to know what Levy would say.
"Ah, don't you think Roland's energy is a bit too much... ever since I started living with that guy, I've been going to bed at three or four in the morning every day!"
Here, Levy propped her chin on one hand and sighed with a gradually complicated expression.
If they continued at this intensity, it wouldn't be Roland's body that would have a problem; she would definitely be the one to be drained dry first.
"This problem, I think it's fine."
Mirajane pressed her finger to the corner of her lips, tilted her head to recall for a moment, and then shook her head unhurriedly.
Because her magic power had been restored, her physique was far superior to most people in the guild.
What's more, if she really couldn't take it, she still had Take Over magic she could use.
"Fine...?"
"Yes, although it's a little long, I can accept it."
"..."
Looking at the calm smile on Mirajane's face, Levy lowered her head and took a sip of her hot coffee, falling into silence.
Since even Mirajane has no problem... then it can't be my fault, right?
"I have a good way to solve this problem. Want to hear it?"
At that moment, Roland's voice suddenly came from behind, startling the blue-haired girl who was doubting herself. She suddenly turned around.
Ro-Roland?!
"Wait, wait, wh-when did you get here?"
Levy's face instantly turned bright red, and even her voice gradually became flustered.
Roland sat down beside her and said with a smile, "Probably when you were complaining to Mirajane."
Doesn't that mean he heard everything?!
Suddenly, Levy subconsciously looked up at Mirajane, a forced smile on her lips.
"Mirajane, you saw Roland just now, right?"
You should know, Mirajane's position had been facing her all this time. It would be a lie to say she hadn't seen him.
So this woman did it on purpose.
"Roland told me not to remind you, so I didn't. I'm sorry!"
Mirajane said with feigned apology.
"You listen to Roland that much?"
Levy stared at her and said with a resentful tone.
She had joined the guild first and had known Mirajane for so many years, but in the end, it was no match for a man.
"Ahaha... by the way, aren't you curious about Roland's method?"
Mirajane laughed dryly, then changed the subject on her own.
Hearing this, Levy also stopped pursuing the matter, turned to look at Roland, a trace of curiosity flashing in her eyes.
"Your method?"
"Simple." Roland's gaze shifted between the two of them, a slight smile on his lips as he suggested, "How about the two of you together—hiss!"
"You wish!"
Before he could finish, the corner of Levy's eye twitched. She decisively jumped off the high stool and mercilessly stepped on his foot.
"Actually, I don't think it's impossible... two people, it's quite exciting if you think about it."
Mirajane cupped her cheek with one hand, her heart inexplicably fluttering.
She suddenly wanted to see what Levy would become in that situation.
That scene would definitely be interesting!
"Mirajane—please wake up!"
Without a doubt, this beautiful dream ended in failure.
During lunchtime at the guild tavern, Shadowkhan ninjas bustled between the various dining tables. The air was filled with a noisy atmosphere and the aroma of delicious food.
At a dining table in the corner.
"Oh my, it's been a long time since I've enjoyed life so comfortably!"
Laki sat on a wooden chair, swaying her body, a contented expression on her delicate face as she sighed softly.
Ever since Roland joined the guild, she had had a lot of free time to rest almost every day. If there was anything to do, she just had to order the ninjas.
Most importantly—she slacked off every day, but her salary didn't decrease!
"Eh, the waitresses here are so idle?!"
Hearing Laki's explanation, Lisanna's eyes instantly lit up, and she quickly turned to look at her sister.
"Sister, are there any vacant positions in the guild?"
"There were a few days ago, but after Roland joined, the Master reduced the number of positions to three..."
Mirajane said with a regretful expression.
After all, the Shadowkhan ninjas could do everything a waitress could, and they could do it perfectly. In terms of stamina, they could also work all year round without rest.
With such excellent tools at their disposal, there was naturally no need to waste money hiring more waitresses.
"What a pity. It seems I can only go out and take on requests."
Hearing that they were no longer hiring, Lisanna sighed lightly and muttered dejectedly.
She had only been back for two days and didn't know who to team up with for missions.
Natsu was with Happy all day, and he destroyed various buildings on every mission. Following him, it would be a good thing if she didn't have to pay for damages.
As for her brother Elfman, he had arranged a fixed partner two days ago, with Jet and Troy as his teammates.
At this, Lisanna couldn't help but look at the blue-haired girl and Roland sitting across from her, her beautiful eyes gradually narrowing.
She had been wanting to ask since just now—why were Levy and her brother-in-law in the same small team?
Their relationship didn't seem quite normal...
At the same time, Levy's mood was also complicated. She clearly hadn't expected to see her deceased comrade again.
"Hey, Lisanna, what kind of person is the me from the parallel world?"
Although she had heard it from Roland once, Levy wanted to confirm it from her mouth.
Compared to Roland, who had been on a three-day tour, Lisanna, who had lived in Edolas for nearly a year, knew more.
"About that... she's usually very carefree, often argues with everyone over small things, and at the same time, likes to tinker with machines."
"Overall, that one's personality is the complete opposite of yours."
Recalling the Edolas Levy, Lisanna replied with a light laugh.
She suddenly missed her comrades from the parallel world's guild a little. But after the Fairy Hunter disappeared, their situation should be better, right?
"That sounds so strange. I can't imagine what I'd be like if I didn't like machines."
Levy couldn't help but retort.
"Since you want to see your counterpart so much, when I have the chance later, I'll take you to see her."
Roland stroked her head and said with a light laugh.
"..."
Their relationship is definitely not right.
Seeing their intimate actions, Lisanna subconsciously glanced at her sister, then her eyes widened unconsciously.
Mirajane was propping her cheek on one hand, looking at the two of them with a gentle smile, not showing the slightest bit of jealousy.
No... why can her sister smile when she sees her brother-in-law touching another girl!?
Bang—
At that moment, with a crisp sound, a yellowed mission request was slapped on the table.
"Yo, I've picked out a mission. When are we leaving?"
A light, feminine voice sounded, causing the five people at the table to instantly look up.
"Cana?"
After seeing who it was, Levy blinked, then immediately looked at Lisanna across from her.
The only one without a teammate was Lisanna, so if Cana was looking for a mission partner, she must be looking for her.
Laki also thought so. After seeing the mission request clearly, she couldn't help but be a little surprised.
"Um, Cana, Lisanna has only been back for two days. Isn't a subjugation-type mission a little too difficult?"
"Huh—what are you talking about?"
Cana stood with her hand on her hip, looking at her with a puzzled expression.
When was she looking for Lisanna as a partner? Wasn't she looking for Roland?
"It's not me. I'm not looking for a partner for a mission."
Lisanna quickly waved her hand and explained.
As her voice fell, both Laki and Levy were stunned.
"If it's not Lisanna, and it's not Laki... could it be Mirajane?"
Levy looked at the few people at the table, her gaze finally landing on Mirajane beside her.
The other had recovered her strength not long ago, so it was quite reasonable for her to go on missions again.
But—
"It's not me."
Mirajane shook her head, denying her guess.
"Eh? It's not Mirajane..."
Hearing this unexpected answer, Levy's eyes widened, and a bad feeling suddenly rose in her heart.
Of the five people at the table, four, including herself, had been ruled out. That only left—
"Although I don't know what you're talking about..." Cana's expression was a little speechless as she pointed at the young man behind her, "but my partner is Roland."
"..."
Hearing her man's name, Levy subconsciously turned to look, and for a moment, she didn't know what to say.
"I can explain."
"...You can explain when we get home."
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