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Equestria's Strongest Wizard

by Vongoalyken

Chapter 3: Chapter 3: A New Home

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Laxus Point of View

"You're a wizard!? Like Starswirl the Bearded! This is incredible! There hasn't been another wizard in thousands of years! What type of magic can you do? How strong are you? How many spells do you know? What's your favorite type of magic." Twilight started asking me numerous questions.

I was starting to get annoyed so I started walking over to her and she didn't even notice until I was right in front of her. When she looked at me I put my hand over her mouth until she stopped talking. I deadpanned her and she gave me a sheepish grin and nervous chuckle. I heard foot steps behind me and turned to she Celestia approaching me.

"Laxus. I would like to thank you, not only for saving my sister and student, but for giving me a new sister and helping me see the good in her." She stated.

"Don't worry about it." I said waving a hand casually.

Celestia eyed me very carefully as if trying to decide something. "What are your plans now?"

"I only wish to continue my training for it is not complete yet. At the same time I would like to reestablish Fairy Tail as a world wide name." I stated.

Everyone just stared at me. "For what purpose?" Luna asked.

I looked over to Mavis then the ceiling. "Where I come from, many wizard guilds exist and each guild is given contracts. The members of those guild can take contracts to earn money for themselves and the guild. These task can be anything from walking a dog to slaying demons that are on a rampage. There are also task for hunting down dark guilds, but only S class wizards could take those contracts. The contracts ranged in difficulty from E-A that was easiest to hardest. The S contracts and up were only available for few wizards and once a contract was complete you turned it in to the one who initially made the contract. Afterwards you would inform your guild master about a job well done to remove the contract." At this point everyone was staring at me shocked.

"This is extraordinary!" Twilight shouted. "This creates even more questions I need to ask you." To this I rolled my eyes.

"Um...Oh. Where do you come from? If you don't mind my asking. You don't have to answer." Fluttershy said.

"I come from Earthland. Or in this case another world. I was sent here about two years ago."

"Earthland? Another world? Pfft buahaaha." Rainbow dash laughed at me like I just told a joke. However. everyone else looking at me saw that I was dead serious and she eventually noticed this as well. She gave a sheepish laugh "You're serious?" I only nodded.

"Then how did you get here?" Applejack asked.

To that I just looked at her and stared at her for a while until I started to leave not wanting to answer that question. To this she ran in front of me "Whoa, slow down there partner. I didn mean no offense. Jus a simple question." She explained.

I looked at her again and clenched my teeth and through a strained voice said "I was sent here by force and I cant go back." As I said this I let some of my anger overtake me and some electricity started shooting across my body.

Forced to look back at what happened that day my face turned into a look of regret and my magic started to calm down as I slowed my breathing back down. To this day, when I remember what happen I still feel useless. Once I had recovered I looked at those around me and saw some were sad and others were surprised to see the electricity flowing from my body. I turned to look at Mavis and saw that she was also sad and had some tears in her eyes. I looked back when I felt something wrap around me and when I turned I was greeted by lots of pink. I looked down and saw that she had tears in her eyes as well and looked at me.

"You wanna tell us what happened." Pinkie said.

I looked at her and eventually decided not to tell them. I just shook my head no "From what I've come to learn about this land is that their has been over a thousand years of peace. My past is nothing has nothing in it, but shame, pain and suffering. I have seen horrors that would give you all nightmares. So no I will not tell any of you." I said solemnly and unhooked her arms from around me.

"Laxus. We would like to learn some more about you, would you be willing to come with us? We can help you." Celestia said.

"Why and with what? I have everything I need right here." At this Mavis smacked me in the head and I did my best to ignore it, but some of the others saw me flinch.

"You idiot see what she has to offer us!" Mavis shouted at me.

"We want to help you for everything you've done for us. It might not seem like much to you, but it means the world to me and I can see you are a truly honorable soul. As for what we can do, how about you give me the schematics for a new guild to build you a little closer to pony society. You would have to be patient for a little while so it can be built, but we would use your input to make it to be the best it could be." Celestia explained to me.

"And what would I have to do to acquire such a hefty reward? I'm guessing you have some ulterior motives." I said with a quirked eyebrow.

Celestia just gave me a sheepish grin "Well Ponyville just so happens to be right next to the Everfree Forest and considering how strong you are I'm guessing the creature don't give you any problems." I nodded. "I figured as much. However, Ponyville is constantly under stressful situations with creatures wandering from the woods and into the town. I'm proposing to build your guild hall in the space between the town and forest to act as security. I have many guards but most would not be able to handle most of the creatures from the forest. That's were you come in."

"So basically for a new home you want me to protect the town that the guild is placed in?" I asked.

"Yes."

I looked at Mavis to see she was rapidly nodding her head up and down.

"Very well Celestia. You have yourself a deal, but just so you know, wizard guilds are automatically required to protect the town they are stationed in." I told her.

At this revelation Celestia had a smile on her face. "Wonderful. Come with us and we can get started."

I held up my hand in a 'wait a minute gesture' "I will remain here until the new guild is done, do you have a spell to look inside my head to see what I want it to look like?"

"Why do you wish to remain here?"

"Honestly if wizards are such a rare thing here, are you honestly surprised I don't want to go walking around? I figured with the new guild hall you can make an announcement to the town as well as spread the news to neighboring towns and cities. I don't want to make a big fuss about this, I just want the new guild built then be introduced to the town as a new citizen." I explained.

Everyone nodded to the reasoning and seemed to agree. "Very well. Yes, I do have a spell where I can look in to your mind to see your memories, but you need to bring the images to the front of your mind." She stated.

"Will you be able to see anything else..."

"I could dig in your mind, but I'm only looking for the surface images. So as long as you think about the guild thats all I'll be able to see."

"Very well."

She touched her horn to my forehead and I showed her the images of the old Guild. I Want it to be as close as possible to the old building as possible. I eventually plan on gaining new members and we can start functioning as a wizard guild again. As I showed the images to her, my mind drifted towards the battle with Acnologia and his monstrous strength. Thankfully it was only a glimpse of him and not the battle that took place. Her eyes flashed white and with a gasp she pulled away from my head and just stared at me with a look of horror upon her face. She put her hand on my check and looked into my eyes.

"You weren't supposed to see that....I'm sorry." Everyone around us looked confused while Celestia continued to stare at me. "How long do you think it will take to build the guild?"

Celestia continued to stare at me only to sigh "I would guess about a month. I will make sure it gets done as soon as possible and as close to the images you have presented to me....Laxu-"

I cut her off "Thank you for your help. Send someone to inform me when everything is ready. Until then I shall remain here. It was nice meeting all of you, but I am quite tired and need my sleep. Goodbye." And with that I started walking towards the bedrooms with Mavis in tow leaving behind a very sad looking Celestia and confused group of mares.

"What did she see?" Mavis asked me.

I was quiet till we reached the room and I looked at her. "I accidentally showed her Acnologia and compared to the dragons here that we've read about I'm guessing she was surprised to see some so monstrous in size. However, it was only a glimpse, so all she saw was him roaring through the forest. Not anyone else or the battle that took place." I sighed.

"I'm sure it will be fine. I doubt she'll be to terrified of just an image."

After that Mavis and went to bed to think about everything that had happened and look towards the coming future.

Point of View Celestia

I could only watch as Laxus left and not help but wonder what all that stallion had seen in his life. That monster that I saw, what was his tie to Laxus. I could only look down in sadness as tears threatened my eyes. I felt a nudge on my right arm and saw my faithful student.

"What's wrong princess Celestia? What did you see?" she asked with some fear in her voice.

I looked around and saw everypony else looking at me with worry. I looked back at Twilight "What could only be described as a monster." I looked at everypony again to see their ears splayed back and looks of worry on their faces. "Come everypony, we have a lot of work to do." And with that we left the castle to begin preparations.

One Month and Five Days Later

Laxus Point of View

I was visited by Celestia about a week ago telling me to head Ponyville in one weeks time and to wait by the forest until an official came to escort me to town hall. She didn't give me a name of the official just said that I would know them when I see them. So here I am waiting on the edge of the Everfree forest with Mavis waiting for the official. I looked around and I saw a huge tarp covering what I assumed was the new guild hall. I heard a familiar voice approaching me shouting.

"Laxus! Laxus! Hey!"

I turned to the voice and saw twilight. "Hello Twilight. How are you? Have you recovered from the battle a month ago?" I asked.

She looked up at me with a blush. "Yes I am. Thank you for asking. It's all thanks to you. I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for you."

I heard Mavis giggling, but I ignored it.

"Twilight...While I did help you, I knew that I would succeed. That's being smart, true courage is when a young unicorn who is afraid still acts in the best interest of those around her and faces an enemy even greater then herself. I am strong, but at that moment you were brave Twilight." I said as I looked down at her.

Her face flushed almost completely red and tried not to look me in the eye. "It's almost time for the announcement. Please follow me." She said very softly as she started walking away at a brisk pace.

I followed while Mavis kept taunting me and giggling. "She likes yooouuuu! She looooovvvvvveeeessss you!!!" I continued to ignore her as best I could. "You wanna kiiiiissssss heeeeerrrrrr!" But everyman has his limits and mine just so happened to be one minute and seven seconds.

"SHUT UP! I DO NOT!" I yelled at Mavis with a blush on my face only for her to burst out laughing.

"But I didn't say anything...." Twilight said to me.

I turned to see a confused look on her face. "Sorry I was just lost in thought. I wasn't referring to you." I said, just hoping she would let it go while Mavis continued to giggle.

We continued on our way to town hall where we slipped in through the back. Twilight then showed me to a very plain room and told me to wait. She then left and returned about five minutes later with Celestia. I was looking outside at the crowd, almost positive that every single citizen was gathered in the town square. I turned to look at the two and saw them staring at me.

"Is there something on my face?" I quirked an eyebrow.

They both blushed "No. Please follow us." Celestia said. I started to walk behind them all while Mavis was torturing me.

"Hey Laxus....They got some pretty nice assets, if you know what I mean." Mavis whispered in my ear.

Out of reflex I looked down at both mares backside and could very much agree that she was right. Twilight appeared to have very firm ass while Celestia's was more round and looked like it was made to be grabbed. Finally realizing what I was doing I turned and glared at Mavis. "Stop it." I whispered back.

Unfortunately, she already caught me judging them and burst out laughing again. "Which One....Do You Prefer!" She said between breaths.

"Ugh" I could only groan in response, which caught the attention of the other two.

"Laxus is everything ok." Celestia asked me as she and Twilight stopped.

"Yeah. Fine. Just got a headache is all." I said as I looked at Mavis.

They both exchanged a glance before continuing on. I followed and eventually we came to a curtain that separated the podium from the building. I was then instructed to wait here until my name was called, but could hear every word being said and see as I peeked through the curtain.

"My little ponies!" Celestia started. "Thank you for gathering here today. I'm sure many of you are wondering why I asked you to come here and why their has been construction going on under that giant tarp." At this many of the ponies started whispering to each other. "About a month ago, Nightmare moon returned as many of you know and many of you have heard about the six hero's that stopped her and that they live in this town." The ponies started to cheer for the mane 6 that were scattered about the crowd and for Twilight who was next to Celestia. Almost all of them had blushes on their faces from the attention except for Rainbow Dash. "However," At this the crowd went silent. " their was another who was present who helped these six. He is a Wizard who beat Nightmare moon in single combat and helped separate her from Princess Luna." At this most of the crowd went slack jawed and were mimicking fishes. "His magic is very powerful and comes from a different world. Their he is a SS class wizard which is one of the strongest wizards their are and belongs to a guild. For his reward for helping stop Nightmare moon and changing her for the better he has decided to rebuild his guild right here in Ponyville." This got everyone whispering again and looking back over at the giant tarp in between the town and Everfree forest. "He is hero that deserves recognition and I am eternally grateful to him for helping return my sister Luna and giving me a new sister....Nightmare moon. Please give your undivided attention to him. Everypony help me welcome Laxus!" Celestia shouted.

I walked out from between the curtains and I saw many stare at me. It was probably for many different reason such as my height, scars, tattoos and non pony features. I walked over to the podium and saw the ponies quiet down. I looked over to the princess and Twilight, then over to Mavis and saw she had a smile on her face. I looked out in the crowd and wondered how many of them might be apart of our new family. I stepped up to the podium with my coat still on my shoulders and my arms crossed.

"Thank you everyone for the welcome of Fairy Tail to your town. I'm assuming the guild will be revealed here shortly however, I would like to clarify a few things." At this the ponies started talking amongst themselves. "First: I am here to help protect this town. As it is my guild town that means each and everyone of you who lives here is now under my protection. However, while I will protect you from the monsters and demons that haunt your nightmares I am not your personnel body guard and what I mean is, I am here for everybody, not just one single individual. Second: The guild will take contracts off all sorts in return for fair compensation and will do its best to fulfill any contracts that we may take. Although, that does not mean we wont refuse some contracts." I told them. At this the some of the crowd started yelling.

"Then what's the point if your just going to refuse the task anyway." Someone yelled from the crowd.

I held up my hand to quiet the crowd which they respectfully granted. "I say this because if someone put out a contract to kill one of you, the citizens of this town or for say a contract to assassinate a princess," I said as I turned to look at Celestia to get my point across. " we will refuse such requests." At this the ponies seemed to shut up. "It may also take sometime to get to your contracts because as for right now their are very few members of Fairy Tail. Also the more difficult the task will be expected for a great reward for completing that contract. The contracts shall be ranked according to difficulty by me and we will come to terms on a price of the contract. Now to clarify, I am not saying I will decide the price I will only confirm the price or deny it, but I will be fair so don't worry." The crowd looked as if they were thinking to themselves.

"Third: If any member of this town is in trouble and needs a place to stay or maybe some food. The guild will be open for them. I will do my best to procure supplies for any of you that may fall upon hard times. We will also take in those without a home or no where else to turn to. If you seek protection from attackers, my guild will be a sanctuary. I will do everything I can to help this town prosper." The ponies smiled at this. "And lastly: if you wish to join Fairy Tail come see me. I will know if your are Fairy Tail material." At this the ponies started asking questions all at once.

Once they quieted down I heard and saw a young girl with yellow fur and a red mane and tail. She was wearing blue jean overalls with a yellow shirt underneath and big red bow on her head. She asked "How will ya kno if were Fairy Tail Materal? An what are the perks of joining?"

At this I looked at the girl and smiled. "I am able to look into your soul and see just exactly what type of person you are and joining Fairy Tail would allow you to sleep in the guild and use it as a home." I looked around and saw another little girl with her hand raised.

She had orange fur and a dark purple mane and tail. She was wearing a baggy blue shirt with red shorts. She was also standing on what appeared to be a scooter. I pointed at her to allow her to speak. "What are some of the toughest things you've done?" She asked excited.

"Do you mean here or in my world?" I asked.

"Both!" She shouted.

I chuckled at this and with a smirk started going over some of the things I've done. "In Equestria I have trained and fought every beast in the Everfree forest. I have killed Timberwolves, Hydras, manticore's, an Ursa major and minor, a basilisk, a Dragon and more. I also defeated Nightmare moon, but you all knew that already." As I finished listing off some of my feats I saw everyone looking at me like I was insane. I looked over to Celestia and Twilight to see a look of disbelief across their as well as many others.

"What a pile of manure!" a stallion yelled. "If your so great prove it!"

At this I could help but smirk. I brought my fingers up to my lips and unleashed a ear piercing whistle then shouted towards the Everfree forest. "BLUEBERRY!!!." Everyone just looked at me. "Don't worry about that; my proof will be along shortly." Twilight and Celestia just stared at me wondering what I just did. "As for the feats from my world, that list is a little longer so I'll make it short. I helped fight and destroy dark guilds which were wizards who strayed from the light. I also destroyed demons from Tartarus. Then in my world their is a tournament who decides whose the greatest guild in all of Earthland. In this tournament many strong wizards guild's enter, but this year one of the Ten Wizard Saints entered." At this everyone looked enthralled about the tournament, Twilight even got this glint in her eye. "The Ten Wizard Saints are the ten strongest wizards in the world and this year the Fifth Wizard Saint was competing. His name was Jura Neekis and I had to fight against him. He wore these white and brown robes with a beaded necklace and was bald, but he had a medium long beard and small mustache who was at the same time taller then me." Everyone was hanging on the edge of their seats as started to describe my battle with him and how I had finally won. "Those are some of my proudest accomplishments."

All of a sudden a massive roar echoed through the town sending everyone on alert. "Calm down everyone....that's just my proof coming to great us. You are in no danger so stay calm when you see him." I stated in a soothing voice.

Celestia approached me "Who did you call? Who is him?" She said in a strained voice.

"Blueberry!"

"And who is Blueberry?" She asked.

"Well he's a blue bear....get it BlueBeaaarrryyyyyy." I said in a joking tone.

"You called an Urs-" She was cut of as a giant bear came through the trees.

"BLUEBERRY! OVER HERE!" I yelled.

The bear looked at me and started running towards me. I jumped over the ponies and met him before he got close to them. I saw that he had his tongue out and was panting all excited with a smile on his face. I Ran up to his muzzle and gave him a hug as he started to try and lick me and bounce up and down. I turned to see the rest of the town all stunned at how I tamed a Ursa minor and was playing with it. I heard laughing and looked up to see Pinkie Pie dancing on top of Blueberry. I couldn't help but chuckle.

Twilight ran over to me and shouted "You're playing with and Ursa Major! How are you doing that?! And Pinkie get down from there it dangerous!" Twilight yelled at her.

"NEVER!" Pinkie yelled back in deeper voice then I had ever heard from her.

I let loose another chuckle and turned to Twilight with Blueberry behind me. "This isn't an Ursa Major, this is an Ursa Minor. His mom is an Ursa Major, he's just a big baby." I told her.

"You took a cub away from it's mother!? She'll kill us all!" Twilight screamed.

"Hey! Muffin is very nice and lets me play with Blueberry whenever I want."

"Muffin? Who is Muffin?" Twilight asked me.

"That's his mom. Get it...Blueberry Muffin....No ok." I stopped when I noticed Twilight's eye twitching. I looked back at the crowd and Celestia and saw they were all watching me with wide eyes. "Would you like me to call Muffin? I can introduce you." I offered.

But all at once the town shouted "NO!"

I just shrugged my shoulders. "Alright Blueberry, you can go home. It was good to see you again." I said as I patted him on the side of his face. " Pinkie time to get down." I shouted up to her.

"Catch me!" Pinkie shouted and I turned to see her falling right toward me. I held out my arms and caught to which she just laughed like a mad man. "Whew! That was like a crazy trust exercise or something. Nice catch Laxy!" She fell out of my arms and went back into the crowd.

"Don't call me that please!" I told her before she disappeared. I looked back at the crowd to see all of them staring at me. I started making my way back to the podium and the whole crowd cleared out of my way so I could get back. As I passed them I noticed a lot of them had a nervous look on their face, but didn't let it bother me. When I jumped back up to the stage I saw Celestia just watching me and Mavis just shaking her head back in forth in disappointment.

"You did that just to spite me didn't you?" Mavis asked me.

I knew she was referring to when I named both Ursa's and how she hated the names I picked out for them. I did that because she told me I needed to relax and have more fun....so I named the biggest motherfuckers around after a delicious breakfast. When I stood behind the podium again and looked out at the crowd I could see most of their faces had this WTF look. I chuckled.

"Was that good enough proof?" I asked the stallion who wanted me to show him some.

The crowd was once again whispering before a young girl shouted "He's so awesome!" I turned and saw that it was the same girl from before on the scooter.

Celestia took over "Thank you my little ponies, but now I must show our new guest to his home." And with that Celestia, the main 6, four kids, Mavis and I all made our way to the tarp.

As we were walking over to the guild I made the acquaintance of the four kids. "Who are you four?" I asked.

"Oh, I'm so sorry darling. I forgot to introduce you." Rarity said. "This is my sister Sweetie Belle."

I looked over and saw a white furred filly with two different shades of purple for her mane and tail. She was also wearing a green dress.

"An this here is ma little sis Applebloom" Applejack said.

I saw the same filly from before who asked me a question.

"And this is Scootaloo!" Rainbow Dash introduced.

This was the other filly that asked a question. The three grouped together to yell "AND WE'RE THE CUTIE MARK CRUSADERS! YEAH!" They high fived each other and I looked at them. I also saw the others besides Celestia hold their ears.

"I'm guessing you three are trying to find your cutie marks together and formed some sort of club." I explained.

"Yep." Twilight said. "And this is Spike my number one assistant. He's also like a little brother to me." She stated and hugged him which made spike blush. I saw Celestia giggle at this.

I reached out my hand to shake his. "Nice to meet you spike. I couldn't help but notice that you're not a pony....so what are you if you don't mind my asking?"

Spike took my hand. "I'm a dragon! Although, I'm just a baby dragon so a lot of my dragon blood is still dormant." He explained. At this I froze and stopped walking while stopping Spike as well and started squeezing his hand a little harder.

When I first saw him I thought he was just an overgrown lizard or some sort of hybrid like the ponies. But, now that I really look at him I can tell he has some purple scales and dragons eyes. The webs that he has for what I assume are his ears threw me off as did his lack of wings. I continued you to stare at him until he spoke.

"Hey man can I have my hand back?" He asked. I soon realized that everyone was looking at me. I saw Mavis with a nervous expression on her face.

I let go of his hand. "Sor....Sorry about that little guy." I said as I gathered myself. "I guess I zoned out their. Lets continue to the guild." I said starting to walk again. I saw a few of the mares eyeing me suspiciously, mostly Applejack though.

Mavis approached me from behind and laid across my right shoulder. "Are you okay? I know you hate dragons, but he's just a baby and seems very nice. I think you shoul-"

She didn't get to finish as I rotated my shoulder to dislodge her and only grunted in response. We were coming up to the tarp, but I could feel the eyes on my back as we arrived. I chose to ignore it and reach for the tarp only to have Celestia stop me. When I looked at her she just smiled.

"Laxus, I hope you like your new home and guild. I present to you the new Fairy Tail!" While levitating the tarp off of the building I saw it looked exactly like it did from Earthland.

It even had the fence out front with our logo on the building itself. It brought water to my eyes. I looked at Mavis and saw that she was crying, but appeared to be happy. I smiled at her. Then turned to look at Celestia.

"Thank you Celestia. It looks exactly as I remember. I am honestly stunned you succeeded." I said in awe.

I'm guessing Celestia and the others were giggling at the look on my face. "It was no problem at all Laxus. I was happy to help." Celestia said in her motherly tone with a smile on her face. "Come let us show you the inside."

I saw that only the CMC and Spike were surprised to see the guild so I figured the other girls had already seen it. "I take it you girls helped." I asked the main 6.

"Of course darling and I must saw the design is simply fabulous." Rarity said.

"I only helped direct the schedule to make sure we finished as soon as possible for you." Twilight said.

"Yeah. I mean it's not everyday someone as awesome as me comes around! You kick serious flank. Of course we'd help you!" Rainbow dash said.

"All of the girls input their own help to make the best home for you as possible." Celestia said. "Please go first." she said as she pointed to the door.

I grabbed the handle and as soon as I walked in I was immediately on the ground. "Surprise!" I looked to see Pinkie Pie, Nightmare moon and Luna all on top of me.

"Good to see you again Nightmare, Luna. Luna....did you get taller and change your hair?" I asked. Both Nightmare and Luna giggled at me.

"Yes some of my power hath returned and its all thanks to thee." She said as she hugged me harder.

"No problem. I can understand you two being in here, but how did you get here Pinkie? You were right behind me." I inquired.

She just laughed like a crazy person as she got up and I just stared at her. Twilight came up to me "It's just Pinkie being Pinkie." She explained.

".....The fucks that mean!?" I shouted and everyone just stared at me and sighed.

Mavis was laughing as well and I just chose to ignore it. "Would you ladies mind getting off of me?" I asked Nightmare and Luna.

"I don't know your pretty comfy." Nightmare said.

"Indeed. Thou are most comfortable." Luna agreed .

All of a sudden a golden aura wrapped around the two and it lifted them off of me. I looked back to see Celestia's horn glowing. With a upset look on her face. "Please try to at least act like royalty. I know its been over a thousand years, but please have some manners!" Celestia said to her sisters.

"Oh please sister. You're only upset because you didn't think of it." Luna said in a matter of fact tone.

I got up and looked at Celestia to see her blushing "That's not true!"

Mavis suddenly popped in front of my face and laughed "Met them only a month ago and all three of them are fighting over you. Way to go stud. In fact I think almost all the girls here might have the hots for you. They are all very sexy, but which one do you prefer. Mmmmh! I bet you get them all wet by just standing their." She whispered in my ear at the end. I now probably had a huge blush as I did my best to ignore her. However, I started looking over the girls and saw that she was right they were all very attractive.

As I looked at them I once again caught myself and turned around to inspect the inside of the guild.

It was very similar to the old guild. I noticed a couple extra doors and started walking over to the counter. A feeling of Nostalgia coursed through me as I explored. I saw the stairs that led to the second floor. I looked around it in wonder; pleasantly pleased with the outcome. I turned to face the group only to find them right behind.

"Thank you everyone. This will be perfect." I said.

"Come let us give you a tour." Luna said.

I quickly held up a hand "Just so everyone here knows, the second floor and basement will be off limits after today."

Everyone had puzzled looks on their face. "May we ask why?" Nightmare asked me.

"Yeah we helped build this place and your putting us to a limit on the first floor. That's lame!" Rainbow said.

"Rainbow Dash, calm down I'm sure he has his reasons." Celestia said and looked at me. "Would you be willing to share them with us."

I sighed and said "The second floor is for S class wizards and up only. That's where the contacts for more difficult tasks will reside. It is both for the protection of the guilds members and a privilege to be on the second floor. A sign of rank if you will. Only the master of the guild may escort anyone else ranked lower through the building." I explained.

"And how will we know when were an S class wizard if we are able to join Fairy Tail?" Twilight asked.

"I will give a wizard exam to those who I believe may be ready to be an S class wizard. However, it will be determined by prior contracts that have been completed and the performance on the completed task. Current skill level and knowledge will be a major factor as well in my decision. Their are more things I will look for in the individual and if I deem them worthy I will inform all those who qualify a week before the exam. I will hold this exam only once a year and many will fail the exam, but it will give them experience for the following year. Their will be no redo's. All participants will only receive one chance once a year." I said in a matter of fact tone. Many of the girls looked distraught, as if I had slapped them across the face. I guess many of them were looking to join...Yes!

"But why only give them one chance? That seems a little unfair." Celestia said and everyone was staring at me waiting for my answer.

"The reason these rules are in effect is because many try to take on contracts that are to tough for them and may get themselves injured or killed. I've seen it happen before..." I said as looked down at the floor remembering lost Fairies because of pride and foolishness. I looked back up to see everyone's ears splayed back and concern on their face, but before they could ask any questions I continued. " If I give the test more than once a year it may not give that wizard the time he or she needs to develop and may pass the exam on a mere fluke. In the S class contracts and up, the wizards life will most likely be at risk and having them pass the exam by coincidence is a good way to get them killed. So I refuse to change these rules. Anyone who breaks these rules will be punished." I explained further in cold tone that made everyone shiver.

I saw that everyone deemed this mostly acceptable. "And the basement? It has a few rooms you know." Applejack asked.

"The basement will be used for storing dangerous artefacts and other reasons that I will not go into more detail. The only way into the basement will be through me or if I escort you down their myself. Not even the S class wizards will be allowed down their without my escort and their will be no further discussion or attempts to change my mind. The punishment for breaking this rule will be much more sever than the punishment for heading to the second floor." I finished as I stared at all of them and allowed some electricity to shoot across my body to solidify my rules. I continued in a more light hearted tone "However, the cellar will be perfectly fine and I wont count that as the basement."

I looked at everyone glancing to each other and none raising a voice of protest. I also saw Mavis confused at why I would restrict the basement for everyone. They all seemed to accept the rules and wanted to continue the tour before they weren't allowed to see the specific areas until they were a S class wizard of Fairy Tail. "Very well Laxus. I shall honor these rules and your restrictions as long as no harm comes to my ponies." Celestia said while Nightmare and Luna just nodded from beside her. "Let us continue the tour. How about we start with the second floor?" she asked me.

"Lead the way." I said while moving to the side and using my arm to signal her to lead on.

We all went behind the counter and up the stairs where she lead me to where my office was. It was very spacious with bookshelves lining the two walls on the left and right with a filling cabinet on the wall next to the door we just walked in. I saw a desk made out of pure wood with five different drawers and a black office chair. Their was also an alcove with padding in it next to a window in case I got tired and wanted to relax or get some fresh air. The room was a creamy yellow and was very nice. We then proceeded to the master bedroom to see a room painted a dark blue. I also saw that it had a balcony with some relaxation furniture on it. Their was a giant king sized bed that looked like it could fit five people. I didn't see the need for such a big bed, but I'm not complaining. I had a closet and wooden dresser inside. I then looked at the bathroom to find it humungous. The bathtub looked like a small rock spring and had a stone mare in the middle that acted as the fountain and could easily fit multiple people in it. The counter had three different sinks that appeared to be made out of white marble. It also had a separate shower that was enclosed by glass and lastly a toilet.

We continued the tour on the second floor showing other bedrooms that were very nice and had there own bathrooms. I figured S class wizards could use the rooms eventually. She showed other rooms that could be used for storage or more offices. Mavis claimed the only other room with a balcony, but it's not like it was going to effect anyone else. Hell I would have given her the master bedroom, but she said that I was the new master and that I deserved it. I was also told that the third floor was just a platform that led to the bell on top of the building. We eventually made our way back down to the first floor and were shown the kitchen and bar. Also where the pantry was for food and it was huge and fully supplied. The princess's wanted to make sure that the guild would be operating at 100 percent right away which I greatly appreciated. They showed other rooms on the first floor and two separate barracks. Their was about fifteen single rooms that were very basic compared to the second floor and the barracks which were gender divided had to share the utilities in the room. I was also showed some storage rooms that might come in handy for something down the road.

I was then shown the cellar which had more supplies and food as well as many different beverages. We then proceeded to the door to the basement. When opened I saw many stairs leading into the dark. We walked along the stairs for a while till we were deep into the earth. I could tell we were probably a good 50 to 75 feet underground. When we got to the bottom I saw three doors against the stone walls. Two heavy wooden doors on the left and right walls while a door that looked like a different type of stone was in the center wall. I went to inspect the two wooden doors and saw that they led to large black rooms. I already knew what I was gonna do with those rooms. I then went over to the stone door and pushed against it slowly opening it. Inside was a massive room that could probably fit all of Ponyville in it.

"What do you think?" I heard a soft voice ask me.

I turned and saw it was Fluttershy who was now hiding behind her mane as I looked at her. "It's perfect for what I have in mind. Thank you. The entire guild is amazing thank you everyone." I said and everyone just smile at me. I then saw Celestia approach me again.

"That stone door can only be sealed from the inside unless you have this key." She said as she held up a large silver key. "I believe that room would be ideal for sealing away any dangerous artifacts or weapons." She further explained as she handed me the key.

"No." I said. "I have a better idea for that room."

"And what would that be?" Nightmare asked with a quirked brow.

"This room will be better served as a panic room." I said and everyone just looked at me confused so they clearly didn't understand what a panic room was. "It's a room where I will put food that will last for a long time and where the citizen's of Ponyville can evacuate to in times of the most extreme situations." To this everyone just looked at me shocked.

"I thought you said nopony would be allowed down here?" Twilight stated.

"That's correct, but the safety of the town is always the first priority to a guild." I said. "This room will only be used in case of major invasions, such as a dragon or demon invasion. It will also be put to use in case any war might break out and the citizens can't get away in time. I will put many alarms that will alert only me to anyone entering the basement as well as their intentions. I will also use certain spells to prevent many from entering all together if their not strong enough. I am also going to enchant the stone door to be nigh indestructible to any outside force for added security to the pedestrians. I will put more dangerous spells on the other two doors and traps inside the two rooms themselves as added security." I elaborated.

Everyone just looked shocked that I had already thought that far ahead and was willing to help Ponyville at all cost. We started making our way back up the stairs till we reached the first floor. When we got their we sat at some of the tables that were lined down the giant room. "Once again, thank you everyone. I really appreciate everything you've done to make me feel at home." I said in a very happy tone.

"You're very welcome Laxus." Everyone said.

"Laxus. I will be sending some personnel to help you tomorrow with the upkeep and cleaning of the guild and building as a whole. Some will also keep up on supplies and attend to the kitchen and bar as well as your finances. They are very professional and will respect all your rules. Their wages will also be covered. The only thing they will need are rooms to sleep in which you have more then enough." Celestia told me.

"Very well, but I will inspect them first to make sure they are worthy to bear the Fairy Tail emblem. Also send them in two days. I have somethings I need to do around the guild before accepting any members and must be alone tomorrow to accomplish them." I said.

"Your going to let the workers officially join your guild? And what do you have to do tomorrow?" she said surprised.

"They will only work here if they are official members of Fairy Tail, so if I decide I don't like your choice in personnel they will all leave." I stated. She looked shocked that I would turn helpers away. "That is what the inspection is for. If they pass they will join and if they don't they will not stay here. You will be free to choose another candidate to replace those that fail the inspection. As for tomorrow....That's personal and Fairy Tail member knowledge only."

After trading glances with Nightmare and Luna, Celestia sighed. "Have it your way. I will send the candidates in two days time and I hope they will pass your inspection. However, I believe congratulations are in order!" She said excited.

Everyone at the same time yelled "CONGRAGULATIONS ON BECOMING THE FIRST MASTER OF FAIRY TAIL!"

I smiled "Thank you, but I am not the first master." I said.

To this everyone had a perplexed look upon their face. "But, If your not the first master, who is the master of Fairy Tail." Pinkie Pie asked what everyone else was thinking.

I chuckled. "I am the master of Fairy Tail, just not the first." I said as I looked at Mavis who was smiling at me. "I am the Seventh Master of Fairy Tail!" I claimed.

At this everyone smiled, but spike then said "If you're the Seventh then who were the ones before you?" and everyone just nodded in agreement.

I smiled and said "Sorry only Fairy Tail members are privy to that information."

At this everyone just groaned, but couldn't help but smile. We all continued to talk for a bit, while the kids and some others explored the guild. Twilight eventually built up the courage to ask "When will you be willing to start inspecting other candidates to join Fairy Tail?" Which got the attention of everyone present.

"Yeah"
"Yeah"
"Yeah"
"Yeah"
The CMC, Spike, Rainbow and Pinkie all shouted in agreement.

I raised my eyebrows at this, very surprised so many were willing to join. I looked around the room and saw that they weren't the only ones interested. I turned to Celestia and asked "Would you be able to get those personnel her by 9:00 a.m. for the inspection."

"Yes. I can do that. Why?" She asked me.

With a smirk I said "Because I am going to have some inspections around 10:00 a.m. I would like to get the staff out of the way and settled in first." When I said this, many of those present got a glint in their eye and smile on their face. "However, I am going to have an early day tomorrow so I would like to get some sleep."

With that I offered my gratitude once again and said my farewells for the night. All of them left super excited for their chance to join Fairy Tail. I started making my way to the second floor and to our rooms. When we reached the master bedroom Mavis jumped on my bed and giggled for a little bit. While we sat their I shared with her my plans for the rooms in basement and she agreed. She also told me some of the perfect candidates for joining us and how to start them off. We discussed many subjects including the plans for tomorrow which she also agreed to. After that we started winding down and getting ready for bed.

"Hey Master Mavis?" I said.

"Yeah?"

"....Welcome Home."

Author's Notes:

Just so everyone knows. I'm gonna take music from our world and say they were from Earthland so Laxus has a wide variety of music with his headphones. He also has an ipod, but will be called a Magic Pod to play his music. Also anyone who joins Fairy Tail will be able to learn magic. Doesn't matter if their a unicorn or not.

P.s. Thanks grandspear for the idea.

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