"Wendy? So strong!" Future Lucy's eyes widened, her face filled with awe as she watched Wendy's phantom-like figure.
Wendy's agile figure weaved between numerous opponents, her movements flowing smoothly and effortlessly.
"Hah~"
Every raised hand was accompanied by a fierce magic attack, accurately hitting the opponent and earning a point.
Because the rules of the game were very simple and clear: as long as magic successfully hit the opponent, one point would be awarded.
At this moment, the entire battlefield seemed to become the stage for Wendy and Gray, who easily dominated the airspace with their unique Moonwalk technique.
"This is incredible, is this the strength of Gray and Wendy?" Exclamations came from the crowd.
"This is the power of Fairy Tail!" The audience praised.
"Such a flexible figure, could this be the legendary Fairy..." Jabba Droll stared intently at the fierce battle on the field, his heart once again shaken by the powerful strength displayed by the two.
And the contestants below couldn't even get a single point from these two masters.
"She uses the same magic as Sherria... so strong..."
"I really want to have a hearty battle with her!"
Sherria of Lamia Scale gazed at Wendy on the big screen, her eyes filled with joy and longing.
There was nothing more delightful than meeting a magical girl who was also skilled in Sky Magic.
The world of magic is truly wonderful!
Ring ring ring~
A huge bell echoed through the venue, and Jabba Droll's voice came: "Time's up..."
The competition venue instantly transformed into light, then returned to its original state.
"The ranking order of each team in this competition is as follows:"
"First Place: Fairy Tail B Team 20"
"Second Place: Fairy Tail A Team 17"
"Third Place: Lamia Scale 10"
"Fourth Place: Blue Pegasus 7"
"Fifth Place: Kingdom Guard 5"
"Sixth Place: Quatro Cerberus 4"
"Seventh Place: Mermaid Heel 3"
"Seventh Place: Grimoire Heart 1"
"Hmm~ Lyon must have worked hard, this ranking is acceptable!" Old Woman Obaba looked up at the rankings on the screen and sighed deeply.
Everyone from Blue Pegasus exclaimed, "This ranking, Eve really worked hard!"
"This ranking is not good, it's actually second to last!" Arania said with a solemn expression, while Risley next to her laughed heartily and encouraged lightly, "Hehehe~ Beth has tried very hard!"
"Idiot~" Blueno cursed angrily. This roar scared the few people nearby into silently retreating several steps.
Wendy, who got first place, was as happy as a little bird, waving cheerfully to her companions, and then happily ran to her team.
"Well done, Wendy!"
She was tightly hugged by Erza, Mirajane, Lucy, and Cana, who celebrated enthusiastically.
"How about it, Natsu~ Hahaha!" Gray proudly showed off to Natsu. "Don't be so smug~ I'll definitely win next time!" Natsu's eyes turned red with jealousy, almost spitting fire with envy.
Next is the first battle mode.
"The first battle of the first day, the list determined by the organizer is...."
"Lucy Heartfilia of Fairy Tail B Team VS Cosmos of Kingdom Guard"
"It's me!" Lucy was startled, then immediately turned around and looked at Cosmos, who had already walked out of the Kingdom Guard.
"Let me show you my wonderful dance!" Cosmos wore a top hat that made it impossible to see the meaning in her eyes.
"Be careful, Lucy! Those people are not ordinary!" Gray stepped forward and warned.
Although he successfully dodged the magic of Gyosuke from the same team, in his perception, the danger level of that magic was not ordinary.
The terrain magic displayed later, although somewhat restrained, was clearly a killing magic.
The magic used by Cosmos, who was also from the same team, was definitely not ordinary.
"Lucy, here, here!!!" Levy suddenly shouted happily from the high platform below.
"Father!!!" Lucy's eyes suddenly froze, her eyes wide, staring straight at that familiar figure, her body trembling uncontrollably.
She never expected her father to appear at the competition venue.
She had originally planned to visit her father, but she didn't expect him to come in person to cheer her on.
At this moment, Lucy's heart was filled with surprise and emotion.
However, at the same time, Future Lucy's reaction was even more intense.
Her body trembled violently, her hands tightly covering her mouth, tears already unstoppable, staring incredulously at the familiar figure in front of her.
Since leaving last time, she had never had the chance to see her father properly again.
To be able to see her father again now was like a dream to her. But, in this situation, how could she acknowledge her father?
Jude, next to Levy, gave a big smile to Lucy below, encouraging her.
However, suddenly realizing the sound of crying from behind him, he couldn't help but feel puzzled. Turning his head, with just a quick glance, he instantly froze in place.
Then, he looked again at Lucy, who had already entered the arena below, and then turned back to look at the other Lucy in a cloak in front of him.
In an instant, he seemed to understand something, and a relieved smile appeared on his face.
Then, he took steady and firm steps, slowly walking towards Future Lucy.
Every step seemed to carry the weight of years and deep longing for his daughter.
He walked to Future Lucy, gently embracing her, as if holding an infinitely precious pearl.
"In the future, it seems you've suffered a lot, Lucy~" His voice was full of concern and tenderness, as if to convey all the warmth to the person in his arms.
"It's okay, it's okay, don't cry, Daddy's here!" Simple words, yet they were like a spring breeze, warming Future Lucy's broken heart.
However, it was this short sentence, like a stone thrown into a calm lake, that stirred up a thousand ripples.
Future Lucy instantly burst into tears, tears gushing out like a breaking dam.
"I....I miss you so much....I...I..should have gone back to see you earlier...I...I...love." She was choked with sobs, almost unable to speak a complete sentence, only burying her head deep in her father's broad embrace, rubbing against him incessantly, greedily enjoying this long-desired warmth.
Since receiving that last letter seven years ago, her world had collapsed, losing half of its support.
Without the support and companionship of the Fairy Tail family, she really didn't know how to face this cruel reality.
At this moment, in her father's arms, she finally found the long-lost reliance and comfort.
This time, she could finally mend the wounds buried deep in her heart.
"I know, Lucy. Daddy loves you too! Seeing you now, Daddy doesn't have to worry about you anymore, you've found the most precious companions and family in your life!" Jude gently lifted Future Lucy's head, carefully wiping the tears from her cheeks with a handkerchief.
His finger lightly tapped Lucy's nose, and he said with a smile, "You will always be the pride of me and Layla."
The Fairy Tail members nearby couldn't help but wipe away the tears from their eyes, and Eclair was even more moved beyond words, also evoking a deep longing for her own father.
They were truly happy for Future Lucy.
To be continued~
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