Chapter 387

【"Yes, it's over..." Erin pursed her lips, her gaze looking at Black Natsu.】

【Although she didn't want to mention this matter, she still asked:】

【"So... are you planning to leave?"】

【"Leave..." Black Natsu's gaze fixed on Erin, hesitating for a moment.】

【He nodded silently.】

【Touching his chest with one hand, he said in a deep voice:】

【"The world's rejection of me is becoming stronger and stronger; even if I wanted to stay... I can't anymore."】

【Erin bit her lip tightly and nodded silently as well.】

【"Before that, I want to know, what do you plan to do next?"】

【Seeming to feel that this topic was a bit heavy, Black Natsu chose to change the subject.】

【"What else can I do, rebuild the capital, of course. Especially your statue; it's been standing for over three hundred years, it's time for repairs. This time, I'll get you a solid gold one."】

【Speaking of this, a smile rose on Erin's face again.】

【"Gold sculpture? How much would that cost?" Black Natsu also responded with a smile.】

【"For you, what is money?"】

【"Besides, this is the Galaxy Empire! Don't underestimate a vast empire that has lasted for hundreds of years; what is a mere bit of gold?"】

【Erin smiled and shook her head, then as if thinking of something, she said.】

【"However, this time, I might want to seal off the Galaxy Empire."】

【Erin said softly.】

【"This war made me understand one thing."】

【"Human greed can never be satisfied, even if we completely terrified that bunch of guys today."】

【"But no one can guarantee that in a few years, a few decades, or even hundreds of years, they will still maintain awe for the Galaxy Empire."】

【"As long as human greed exists, war cannot be ended."】

【"So, I can't be bothered to waste time with these guys anymore. We need peaceful development, and besides, we still have Acnologia hanging over our heads."】

【"As long as this guy is not eliminated for one day, our dragons will not be able to soar freely for one day."】

【"Out of a series of considerations, I think the Galaxy Empire should no longer show its face; it should be more secretive than before, and it would be best if... it disappeared from this world."】

【"Wait for a certain day in the future, wait for your era to arrive; at that time, the Galaxy Empire will become your greatest support."】

【Erin looked at Black Natsu, her mind seemingly recalling the conversation with Igneel three hundred years ago, and she took a deep breath and said.】

【"I also believe that at that time, it will be the moment we launch our war of revenge against Acnologia!"】

【"Everything that happened this time, the humiliation, will absolutely not just be let go, right?"】

【"Acnologia, huh..." Black Natsu's fists clenched instantly.】

【His gaze flickered, and he nodded heavily.】

【"It definitely will!"】

【Watching Black Natsu, Erin raised a smile: "I believe in you!"】

【As she spoke, Erin got up and took that ancient-looking book out of the nightstand drawer.】

【"The time of memories has been restored to the very last word; if you have already decided, I will leave it to you."】

【"Once you fill in the last word, you will only have six hours left."】

【Looking at the book, Black Natsu reached out and took it.】

【But, looking at Erin at this moment, he was a bit hesitant.】

【Seeing this scene, Erin couldn't help but pull out a smile: "Why are you looking at me! Hurry up and fill in the last word."】

【"After all... no matter what, you don't belong to this era, nor do you belong to the present."】

【"Yes, I don't belong to this era, but I have left traces in this era. I don't know what kind of storm this will stir up, but..."】

【Black Natsu put the book down, his eyes fixed on Erin at this moment.】

【"We will meet again!"】

【"Hmm..."】

【"I believe in you!"】

【The two closed their eyes slightly, their heads leaning closer and closer.】

【When feelings reached their peak, a kiss marked the farewell...】

【For a long time, only Erin's low sobbing remained in the room...】

【......】

【By the river under the sunset, the surging river reflected the lingering glow.】

【Mavis sat alone by the river, looking at her reflection on the water.】

【Silent.】

【"You really are here."】

【Black Natsu's voice came from behind, waking Mavis up.】

【"Master!!!"】

【Seeing Black Natsu standing behind her, Mavis couldn't help but be happy.】

【But, as if remembering something, her little face flushed red, and she immediately turned away.】

【Squatting on the ground, looking at her flushed face through the water, Mavis's little head began to emit rolling steam.】

【Just at this moment, a pair of large hands covered her head and rubbed it.】

【"At that time, thank you very much."】

【"Ugh... Master, please don't say it..."】

【Thinking of the situation at that time, Mavis's little face turned even redder.】

【She was like a volcano about to erupt.】

【Countless steam rose from the top of her head, even denser than before.】

【Seeing that, the corners of Black Natsu's mouth couldn't stop twitching.】

【Finally, he shook his head helplessly and looked at the sparkling river surface.】

【"Mavis, I... am leaving."】

【Black Natsu's words immediately made Mavis look at Black Natsu.】

【"Leaving... are you leaving..."】

【She seemed a bit stunned, but more than that, she felt helpless.】

【"You knew?" Black Natsu turned to look at Mavis.】

【Mavis nodded gently: "Seilah told me, I just feel... it's a bit fantastical."】

【"A Fairy Tail member from the future actually became the master who taught us magic."】

【"This is very much like... the female lead in the fantasy novels I've read before."】

【Mavis held her little face and said softly.】

【"So, have you become the protagonist now?"】

【Black Natsu laughed.】

【"That's for sure! After all, the female lead in fantasy novels hasn't had my experiences; she hasn't fought against a Black Dragon."】

【"Yes..." Black Natsu said softly.】

【"Then what about the end of the story?"】

【"At the end of the story... the master returned to the future, the girl chose to wait, waiting until the future, when the master appeared, he guided him to the past."】

【"Completing this beautiful and dreamy encounter across time."】

【Mavis looked at Black Natsu: "So, I will also choose to wait, wait until the future, and complete this time loop."】

【"Master, let's meet in the future!"】

【Black Natsu was startled, smiled, and nodded gently.】

【"Hmm! See you in the future!"】