Didn't I Leave My Brother-in-Law Behind?

When Makarov and Jiang Bai returned to the guild hall from the deep basement, that familiar, deafening noise hit them again.

The somewhat heavy mood I had just felt because of "Lumen Starshine" was instantly dispelled by this vibrant aura.

Makarov looked at the group of energetic kids in the hall, and a smile of satisfaction unconsciously appeared on his face.

The two looked up and saw Mirajane acting like a competent tour guide, enthusiastically introducing the newly renovated guild to Natsu, Lucy, and the others who had just returned.

Look this way!

Mirajane opened his arms wide, introducing the scene with obvious pride.

"The rebuilt guild building is a three-story castle-style main building, expanded from the original site!"

"The first floor is our core area, with a huge bar counter, twice the number of tables, a dedicated task bulletin board, and a small goods counter. There's also an outdoor relaxation area outside!"

"That's not all," she winked playfully.

"Behind the building, a new indoor heated swimming pool and dedicated storage warehouse have been built, and the backyard has been expanded into a huge training ground!"

"Wow! An indoor swimming pool!" Lucy's eyes instantly lit up with stars.

"Great! The training ground is bigger now! We can fight Gray much better!"

Natsu, however, has set his sights on another key point and is already itching to get started.

Mirajane ignored the two clowns and clapped her hands to attract everyone's attention. "And also, all of our guild's waitresses' uniforms have been changed to new styles."

As she finished speaking, several waitresses carrying trays of drinks walked out from behind the bar.

Everyone instinctively turned their gaze in that direction.

It was a very daring strapless, tight-fitting mini dress that perfectly accentuated the youthful and energetic curves of the girls' bodies, making it a striking sight.

Jiang Bai stroked his chin, glancing at the document as he turned to Makarov beside him and complained, "Old man, this was definitely your suggestion, wasn't it?"

"Stop being so verbose!"

Makarov blushed, but straightened his back and stubbornly defended himself.

"I... I'm doing this for the future development of the guild! To attract more customers!"

Just then, Mirajane came over with a smile, her cheeks puffed out like a jealous kitten, and gently nudged Jiang Bai's arm.

"Xiao Bai, is it pretty?"

Looking at her adorable appearance, Jiang Bai dared not say she was pretty anymore; his survival instinct kicked in instantly.

"I was thinking, should I buy one for you and Erza each to wear?"

"Ugh!"

Mirajane's cheeks flushed red instantly. She lightly punched Jiang Bai, but her eyes and brows were full of undisguised laughter.

She cleared her throat and continued her tour guide duties, "The biggest change is that now everyone can go up to the second floor."

"However, if you want to do S-Class Mission, you still need to be accompanied by S-Class Mage."

"What?!"

Natsu's ears were sharper than anyone else's; he instantly transformed into a blur and rushed in front of Jiang Bai, his eyes gleaming.

"Jiang Bai, we..."

"I refuse!"

Jiang Bai interrupted him without even thinking.

"I've only been back for a few days, can't I rest for a bit?"

"Jiang Bai will indeed be staying in the guild for the next couple of days."

Makarov arrived just in time, rescuing Jiang Bai from being driven crazy by Natsu.

"A reporter from 'Weekly Sorcerer' is coming to our guild for an exclusive interview tomorrow. Jiang Bai, as the guild's ace, you must be there."

"Let's take this opportunity to give 'Fairy Tail' a good promotion!"

"President, are you sure the interview is tomorrow?"

Lucy looked around, her face filled with worry.

"But... our guild is in this state now..."

In the hall, Natsu and Gajeel, who had just joined, started to dislike each other again, head to head, ready to fight at any moment.

Gray and Elfman were arm wrestling, making the surrounding tables rattle and clang.

Several of the drunk members even lay down on the floor and fell fast asleep.

The whole scene can only be described as "a complete mess".

Makarov scanned the room, veins bulging on his forehead.

You bunch of brats!

He took a deep breath and let out a deafening roar.

"Everyone, get this guild cleaned up right now!"

"I don't want to!" Natsu the first to jump out in opposition.

"I'm going to fight this idiot of a metal block first!"

Natsu...

Makarov wore a "kind" smile.

"Don't make me say it a second time."

Before he could finish speaking, his body instantly grew to enormous size, and a hand as big as a roof grabbed Natsu's head like it was grabbing a chick, lifting him up.

Amidst screams, Makarov used Natsu as a rag, "disciplining" him on the ground, achieving the perfect effect of making an example of him.

"President, you've already finished fixing it..." Lucy complained helplessly from the side.

She turned her head and saw that the guild members, who had just been in complete chaos, were now all holding brooms and mops, throwing themselves into a cleaning effort with unprecedented enthusiasm.

Seeing Jiang Bai and Mirajane holding hands and preparing to slip away, Lucy quickly called out to him, "Jiang Bai! Aren't you going to clean up?"

Jiang Bai waved his hand without turning his head.

"Didn't I let my brother-in-law stay?"

Upon hearing this, Elfman, who was enthusiastically working with two brooms, immediately straightened his back.

Mirajane turned around and gave her younger brother a sweet smile, "Elfman, good luck! For me and Xiao Bai's share too!"

"Okay, sister!"

Elfman flashed a bright white smile, his muscles taut, and uttered a manly declaration.

"Leave it to me, this man! I guarantee I'll clean the guild spotless!"