After the holy light, nothing happened.
Everyone instinctively blinked. The shock and fear from the moment Fairy Law was activated still lingered on their faces.
Feeling that the Kuribohs protecting his comrades hadn't reacted, and ready to kill Laxus at any moment, Chase breathed a heavy sigh of relief. He withdrew the magic power he had been secretly accumulating in his palm.
Laxus was indeed acting like a bastard now. But his return after recognizing himself was truly reliable. He would play key roles in various major events to come. His strength was also solidly top-tier.
Whether for personal reasons his "future sight" or the overall benefit of the guild, Chase didn't want to kill Laxus here.
He didn't want this rebellious blond to be affected by the butterfly effect of his own time travel, completely turning into someone as insane as Sabertooth's Jiemon.
Judging by the final outcome, Fairy Tail's The strongest tsundere hadn't disappointed him.
"H-How is this possible? Fairy Law is a super magic that can eliminate all enemies! Why are you all still standing there unscathed?!!"
Laxus's twisted face was full of disbelief. He had never expected such an outcome.
Even if his magic power was nearing its limit, even if the power had diminished, he was certain Fairy Law had been successfully activated!
"Fairy Law only affects those the caster recognizes as enemies."
Chase stepped aside, letting Laxus see everyone standing behind him. "Isn't it obvious? Deep down, you don't see us as enemies who need to be eliminated!"
"Magic doesn't lie. Me, Natsu, the others even a weakling like Lucy we're all important comrades. That's the truth in the depths of your heart."
"It's time to wake up from your boredom, childish confusion, you bastard Laxus!"
This passionate speech moved Lucy to tears. But did he have to specifically call me out at such a serious moment?
And if it was really necessary, he could at least include Happy too QAQ!
The guild newbie felt a bit offended.
Hearing this, Laxus gritted his teeth. His eyes were bloodshot. His expression was twisted and dark.
As Chase had said, Fairy Law didn't lie.
But even if he vaguely sensed the truth, his stubborn mouth couldn't accept such a "ridiculous" reality at first.
Faint electric arcs jumped across his battered body, demonstrating Laxus's rage and frustration.
Oddly, aside from that, he didn't do anything more. He just stood there in silence.
The atmosphere became somewhat awkward.
After a few seconds, Chase, standing closest, noticed something strange.
"This idiot passed out. Someone give him emergency treatment." He turned and waved to his comrades.
Everyone was momentarily stunned.
"Ooooh! Laxus lost! We won!!"
Cana's excited shout broke the silence first.
Then, the others, having snapped back to reality, raised their arms and burst into loud cheers. They rushed over, hoisted Chase up, and kept tossing him in the air, celebrating the victory of this perilous civil war.
"A real man! What a wonderful fight, Chase!"
"Nice work! I told you, you bastard Chase, you've never let us down!"
"Damn it! I won't lose in the next strongest tournament!"
"Aye~ I think so too!"
Most had bright smiles on their lips, ignoring their injuries, thoroughly enjoying the joy of relaxation after a good fight.
Of course, there were one or two who didn't fit in, squatting in a corner, radiating tangible resentment.
"Sigh. I thought Laxus's high odds might let me cash in..."
Macao watched mournfully as Cana and the others divided up his money.
"A gambling dog ends up with nothing in the end~" Cana happily waved the bills in her hand.
Lucy immediately came over. "So your 'we won' earlier meant you won money! No wonder you were so excited!!"
Truly the guild's acknowledged strongest rant wizard. She could always find the point to rant.
After the brief commotion, led by Makarov, everyone returned to the guild at the edge of town.
After the civil war, although no one was in mortal danger, basic inspection and treatment were necessary to avoid hidden injuries.
Responsible for this task was Porlyusica, Fairy Tail's Potion Advisor.
This mother-in-law, cold in personality and extremely disgusted with human scent, was actually the human counterpart of Grandine, the Sky Dragon from Edolas.
Whether due to Porlyusica's aura or out of respect for her, the Fairy Tail members uncharacteristically didn't make a ruckus. They sat still and obediently underwent examination.
Chase was among them.
Having fought Laxus with all his might, he was also quite injured. But he had showily said something like "just a little wear and tear."
Then, unsurprisingly, he was chewed out by Porlyusica and immediately behaved.
His expression of grievance, pouting and swallowing the loss, made Lucy and the others burst into laughter.
Meanwhile, concerned about the members' unstable physical conditions, Makarov took the opportunity to call Magnolia's mayor's office.
First, he requested to postpone the Harvest Festival's grand finale, the magical parade, to tomorrow night. Second, he roughly discussed compensation for the damage caused by the civil war.
With the Heartfilia Konzern's support, the old man spoke with much more confidence. He wasn't stammering and submissive like before.
News of the magical parade's postponement quickly spread through the town. The official explanation was that Master Makarov was having health issues.
This immediately sparked heated discussion among the residents familiar with Fairy Tail. They started guessing who the next master would be.
Some thought it would be Makarov's own grandson, Laxus, and proudly mentioned having held him as a child.
Some hoped it would be Erza. The reason was simple: the Fairy Queen was serious, responsible, had a sense of justice and public morality, and she was a super beauty.
Mm, that last part was the real point!
As for Gildarts and Chase, whose strength was among the best, everyone instinctively ignored them.
The thought of those dangerous guys with "Gildarts Mode" and "Chase's Code" becoming master was enough to give people the urge to move away!
And so, the Fairy Tail civil war came to an end.
The sun set in the west. Night fell.
After finishing Porlyusica's mandatory treatment, Chase returned to his new home.
Because he had been called away by Makarov for a private talk (about Laxus), he was a bit late.
So, when he pushed open the door, several figures were naturally in the lit living room.
"Yo, Chase. Welcome back~" Natsu, covered in bandages, smiled and greeted him.
"Want some tea?" Erza, in her casual clothes, handed him a cup of freshly brewed hot tea.
"Um... sorry for bothering you, Chase." Lucy's beautiful eyes looked around nervously, looking very guilty.
"Aye~! Chase, we're not trespassing! We were going to Lucy's place, but Lucy suggested coming here instead." Happy snitched with a sinister expression.
"N-No! I just thought Chase's place was bigger!"
Lucy immediately panicked, flustered. "Yes! That's right!"
Chase: "..."
You just didn't want these guys to wreck your place.
Because you only had one umbrella, you let me get rained on instead. Thanks a lot!
That said, Chase didn't really mind. He actually preferred this lively atmosphere.
Lucy was afraid Natsu and the others would cause damages she couldn't afford to compensate her landlady. He had no such worries.
Taking the tea Erza handed him, Chase sat down on the sofa. "Where's Gray?"
The Strongest Team usually appeared together.
"Chase, I'm here."
The bathroom door across the way was pushed open. Gray, soaking in the bathtub, raised his hand in greeting.
His relaxed, frank attitude was completely not like acting.
Lucy blushed and gasped. Erza seriously commented that Gray seemed a bit stronger.
"Hey, Chase! How is the master going to deal with Laxus? He's going to make him wear a maid outfit and clean the city, right?" Natsu asked with a mischievous smile.
Hearing this, Erza and Lucy instinctively perked up their ears. Even Gray in the bathtub looked over.
Chase didn't answer immediately. He silently finished his tea.
"The master's decision is what I said before. Laxus will be..."
"Expelled from the guild!"
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