I slowly open my eyes when I felt lights stroking my eyelids. The sun is blazing through the windows, and I can now really appreciate the room. I have flowers! I didn't notice them the night before. Several bouquets. I wonder idly who they're from.
A soft knock distracts me, and Laxus peeks around the door. He beams when he sees that I'm awake.
"May I come in?" he asks.
"Of course."
He strides into the room and over to me, his soft, gentle eyes assessing me shrewdly. He's wearing a Military suit—he must be working. He surprises me by leaning down and kissing my forehead.
"May I sit?" I nod, and he perches on the edge of the bed and takes my hand. "I don't know how I thank you for Mira, Lucy. What you did probably saved her life. I will be forever in your debt." His voice wavers, fille
