ebonymovies Chapter 143 Let's go all out for the glory of the guild!
Chapter 143 Let's go all out for the glory of the guild!
Chapter 143 Let's go all out for the glory of the guild!
By the time everyone returned to Magnolia, it was already night.
However, the huge commotion caused by this still made the residents unable to resist opening their windows to look out.
The Fairy Tail crew, who are known for causing the most trouble, are actually riding in the Magical Airship that's exclusively for the Fairy Council!
The residents of Magnolia felt like they were dreaming, while Chess's neighbors were even more convinced that they had gone to bed early.
Every time the council appears, it invariably invites Fairy Tail members over for tea. Why is the council being given such a grand reception this time?
"Hey, seriously? The Magic Council actually sent a magic airship to bring back Fairy Tail members?"
"Oh no, does that mean that guy Chase has already taken over the Council?!"
"What happened? Honey, pinch my cheek and see if I'm dreaming!"
"Ouch! Damn it, pinching someone's face isn't like pinching beans!"
Amidst the rising and falling murmurs, the magic airship slowly descended and came to rest on a large lake at the edge of town.
After thanking Lahar, who was leading the team, Chess and the others arrived at the construction site of the new guild.
In just one day, the new guild has undergone significant changes.
The main structure is basically completed. The three-story building, which has a Western castle style, stands on the shore. Looking up, you can vaguely see the grandeur of the building after it is fully completed.
The construction site was completely silent, with only a faint light shining from the temporary bar area.
Makarov, who had received advance notice, was sitting up drinking.
Upon seeing everyone appear, the slightly drunk old man raised his hand and said, "Oh, welcome back!"
"We're back, President," Mira replied with a smile.
Everyone sat down at the tables and chairs opposite the bar.
Juvia, who was traveling with him, seemed very reserved, huddled alone in an inconspicuous dark corner, with all eyes focused on Gray, who was not wearing any clothes.
Although we came back together, I got to know everyone a little better on the way.
But ultimately, she wasn't a member of Fairy Tail, and she naturally felt a sense of fear towards Makarov, the guild master who was on par with Joseph.
"I understand what happened. Chess, Mira, thank you for your hard work."
As soon as he finished speaking, Makarov suddenly burst out laughing, skipped over to Chess's side, and patted him repeatedly on the shoulder, "Not bad, not bad, you haven't let me down."
"Hahaha, Xiaoya said that Mikaelo and Oug looked like they were eating shit, that's hilarious!"
Councilor Michael and Og have always been staunch opponents of Fairy Tail, often accusing the guild of wrongdoing and even stating that Fairy Tail must be disbanded.
Makarov couldn't help but burst into laughter at the thought of being able to thoroughly humiliate them.
Oh wait, I'm already laughing—
"More importantly, there's a serious problem that you need to explain to me, Lao Ma."
Chase silently removed Makarov's hand from his shoulder, his expression changed, and he blurted out, spitting as he spoke, "What's with this Ten Proposal?!"
Lucy, sitting next to him, was startled: Old, Old Ma?!
"Oh dear, Chess, you can't be so rude to the president~" Mira covered her mouth and chuckled.
Erza looked helpless, rubbed her forehead and sighed deeply: I can't bear to watch.
Even Nazgray, who was in the middle of a fight, stopped his friendly punches aimed at each other's heads and looked over here.
"Aha, ahaha, did Xiaoya tell you?"
Makarov put his hands behind his back, frowned, and pouted, feigning confusion. "This is a title that every mage on the entire continent dreams of. I thought you would definitely like it."
"I'm not like those two stubborn idiots in our guild who knowingly jump into a trap."
Chess waved his hand. "You'd better take back your proposal. I have absolutely no interest in that assessment!"
Nazgray's forehead instantly bulged with angry snarls: "You bastard Chase! What the hell do you mean? Say it again!!"
Lucy stared wide-eyed: They really are two idiots, so quick to assume they're being targeted!
Juvia: He's not at all intimidated by Mr. Chase, Lord Gray is so handsome!
"That won't do. A bill that has already been passed by the council can be withdrawn with a hefty fine!" Makarov said matter-of-factly.
"How many?"
"What?"
"How much is the fine?"
Chess tossed his hand dismissively and declared generously, "No need to deduct it from the guild funds, I'll cover it myself!"
For someone with nearly a billion in assets, anything that can be solved with money is no problem at all!
Upon hearing this, Makarov realized that Chess didn't seem to be short of money after all.
"What a blunder! You're not one of those poor newbies in the guild who can't even afford rent!" Old Ma exclaimed, covering his head with his hands.
Lucy, who was mentally criticizing Natsume, twitched at the corner of her mouth, feeling as if she had been shot in the knee.
Is it really okay to just openly express your true feelings like this?
And what does it mean to be a poor wretch who can't pay rent?
Our lease hasn't expired yet!
Happy's head suddenly popped out from Lucy's large pectoral muscles, and he said in a cheeky tone, "Hey Lucy, the president seems to be calling you~".
"Shut up, you dead cat!" Lucy huffed and elbowed Happy.
"Cough cough."
Over there, Makarov coughed lightly to cover his embarrassment, then said earnestly, "Ches, the fine is secondary; the important thing is that Fairy Tail can't lose face."
"If word gets out, people will say that everyone in our guild is a coward who surrenders without a fight."
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"It's nothing, it's you who lost face," Chase said calmly.
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This time it was Makarov's turn to have his mouth twitch.
"Actually, Guild Master, I understand what you mean, but aren't there mages in our guild who are more suitable for the title of 'Ten Wizard Saints' than I am?"
Seeing that revocation was not an option, Chase directly activated the true trap card, Scapegoat, "like Uncle Gildaz."
"Oh, it's Gildarts—" Natsu and Gray sighed in disappointment.
Lucy: "Seriously, what the hell are you guys expecting?!"
Mentioning this, Makarov's eyes dimmed, and his aged face was etched with weariness.
"Three years ago, the president just mentioned this, and Gildaz went off to carry out a century-long mission," Mira explained with a smile.
"I see. Mira, does our guild have any other century-old quests available?"
"You brat, is that the point?!"
Makarov leaped up and delivered a fatherly choke, striking Chess squarely on the head, saying sternly, "A century-long mission isn't something you can just accept on a whim!"
Although Chase's progress far exceeded his expectations, in just two and a half years since joining the guild, he has grown to a level comparable to the Ten Wizard Saints.
Even so, with his current experience and knowledge, a ten-year mission is already his limit, and he is not qualified to take on a hundred-year mission.
Keep in mind, that was a mission that, for a hundred years, even the most outstanding mage teams had a one-way trip with no return.
The level of danger is unimaginable!
Seeing Chess's pitiful state with his hands covering his head, Makarov sighed heavily, turned around, and walked heavily toward the bar.
"Fine, since you really have no intention of participating in the Ten Saints' assessment, I'll go to the council tomorrow to withdraw your application."
At most, I'll get mocked and ridiculed by those people, but it's okay, I'm fine.
Looking at that lonely and desolate figure, Chess felt a pang of pity: "Well, President, it's not entirely impossible—"
"Really? You said yes?!"
Turning his head, Makarov grinned broadly. "Then it's settled! Let's give it our all for the guild's glory!!"
With that carefree, grinning face, where was there even a trace of the sorrow of a lonely old woman?
Chess: ".—" That old scoundrel is playing me?!
"Oh my, as expected of the president." Mira seemed to have anticipated this, and couldn't stop smiling.
"Compared to the president's acting skills, I'm still far behind." Erza rested her chin on her hand, deep in thought.
In these strange and unusual places, she always showed an unparalleled seriousness.
"I mean, you don't need to specifically learn this, right?"
Lucy muttered under her breath, while silently mourning for Chase for three seconds in her mind.
"Wow! I'm fired up!"
"Love~!"
"—It's not like you guys are going to participate!!"
And so, Chess reluctantly agreed.
However, despite agreeing, he still made three demands of Makarov.
First, I will do my best, but I cannot guarantee that I will pass the assessment;
Second, even if I pass the assessment and am awarded the title of one of the Ten Wizard Saints, I will not get involved in the various trivial matters of the Council. Third, I do not want to be the president.
Makarov nodded in agreement without hesitation.
The purpose of sending Chase to compete for the Ten Wizard Saints was originally to have the top-ranked players put a strain on him.
Go and see a wider world.
As long as he takes this step, it's a success. We can deal with the rest later. With this key issue resolved, Makarov's tense nerves relaxed.
"So, there's one more thing—"
He looked up at the dark corner where Juvia was hiding. "Since you're here, let's talk about it all at once. Come out."
The moonlight shone down, and the area was silent and still, with no one in sight except for a pile of steel pipe scaffolding that had just been dismantled that day.
"Grey, why are you even taking off your bitter tea leaves? What kind of behavior is this!"
Very quickly, a head with hearts in its eyes popped out from behind the pile of steel pipes.
"Ahhhhh~ Lord Gray's naked body!"
"Bitter tea seeds? When?! Oh, they're still here—"
Although their reactions were completely different, the couple's overly vigorous movements seemed strangely in sync.
Not seeing what he wanted to see, Juvia quickly came to his senses and returned to normal.
Exposed to everyone, she had no choice but to awkwardly approach Makarov and cautiously ask, "Mr. Makarov, hello, have you had dinner yet?"
"I ate, what about you?" Makarov replied earnestly.
"Thank you for your concern, I ate it too." Juvia nodded emphatically.
Lucy: What a pointless and bizarre conversation...
The atmosphere became awkward.
After clearing his throat twice, Makarov cut to the chase: "I'll be blunt, Juvia, do you want to come to Fairy Tail?"
He had noticed Juvia a long time ago; this little girl probably spent more time on the construction site than he did!
"Huh?! Me, can I?!" Juvia's beautiful eyes widened, almost unable to believe her ears.
"Of course."
"But, but I did that to your guild and everyone before—"
"That matter is long gone, and you were merely following Joseph's orders."
The cloak of the Holy Ten fluttered in the gentle breeze. Makarov smiled and extended his right hand to Juvia. "If you wish..."
Fairy Tail welcomes you anytime.
Guiding misguided young people back to the right path is precisely the responsibility and obligation of these old-timers from the old era.
Upon hearing this, Juvia's eyes instantly welled up with tears.
Having spent time with Lord Gray (imagine it), she had long been deeply attracted by the cheerful and relaxed atmosphere of Fairy Tail.
Unlike the cold and ruthless Phantom Lords who only value strength, this is truly "home".
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"Yes! I do!"
Juvia stretched out her palm with overwhelming emotion, tears streaming down her face.
Seeing this, everyone smiled slightly, showing no surprise whatsoever.
"Juvia, welcome to Fairy Tail!" Lucy rushed over to congratulate him immediately.
From now on, she was considered a veteran in the guild, and she had to act like a senior. The girl felt smug in her heart.
Then, she was met head-on by Juvia's resentful gaze: "Rival!"
"Huh? No, no, I think you must have misunderstood!" Lucy quickly waved her hand to explain.
"Just you wait! Juvia won't lose to you!"
Juvia was full of energy, her long hair dancing wildly against the dark background.
"...They didn't listen at all!"
"Hey Lucy, Juvia is an S-class mage in Phantom Assassin's Creed, you know," Happy raised her hand, offering a kind and gentle reminder.
The timid Lucy was immediately frightened and retreated repeatedly, instinctively crouching behind Chase.
The image of the guild's senior members, which had not yet been properly established, was shattered on the spot and scattered everywhere.
"The new guild will be completed soon, and we can officially announce and register members at that time."
Makarov's words were like timely rain, relieving Lucy's predicament: "If nothing unexpected happens, there should be other newcomers by then."
Today, when he took the three ravens to the council, he happened to run into his old friend, Ms. Belluno, a dove-like and gentle woman who was one of the councilors.
After a brief chat, Makarov learned that Gajeel, the former Phantom Dragon Slayer mage, actually resembled Bellno's deceased son.
Moreover, before Fairy Tail and Phantom Troupe went into full-scale war, she had advised Gajeel to leave Jose and choose a more suitable guild!
Based on this relationship, Bellno revealed Gajeel's current position and pleaded with Makarov to guide him onto the right path and have him join Fairy Tail.
Makarov had already been planning this, and now that he could do Belluno a small favor, he readily agreed.
His plan was to set off to find Gajeel in the next few days and then announce the news when the new guild was established.