The Grand Magic Games concluded successfully.
The group finally arrived at the place where the Eclipse Gate stood.
"It seems we really have to open this door~" Princess Hisui, standing at the very front, looked up at the enormous doorway before her with a puzzled expression.
The reason she built this door was because a voice in her head seemed to be urging her to build it. Although she didn't know the specific reason, she always firmly believed that it was the right choice.
It wasn't until Zorn appeared and his words made her realize that everything seemed to have been destined all along; the Eclipse Gate was meant to Living World.
"Are you ready? I'm not even sure if you'll come back this time!" Princess Hisui regained her composure and turned to look at Natsu and the others who were already eagerly waiting.
Their eyes shone with unwavering determination, showing no sign of backing down.
"Of course, we're willing to give anything for our families!" Zorn said firmly, standing at the front.
"That's it!" Natsu shouted, his eyes filled with curiosity and courage for the future.
"Happy!" Happy flapped his wings and responded cheerfully.
Erza, Laxus, Juvia, Gray, and the others standing nearby also smiled and agreed.
They knew this adventure might be dangerous, but they were willing to throw themselves into it without hesitation to protect their families and the world.
Future Lucy looked at everyone, covered her mouth, and her eyes glistened with tears of emotion.
"Thank you, everyone!" she said softly, her heart filled with gratitude.
"Then let's begin!" Seeing that the Fairy Tail members had made up their minds, Princess Hisui understood and turned to the Knight Commander beside her to give the order.
"Unlock!" With Princess Hisui's command, the atmosphere instantly became tense, and everyone stared at the gate.
Click-clack! The ring above the Eclipse Gate began to rotate, making a crisp sound.
Upon reaching each cylinder, it will stop, and an iron pillar will extend from the side to the designated position.
"In order to pinpoint the accurate space and time, we'll need you now, Lucy!" Zorn said to Future Lucy as he saw the Eclipse Gate opening.
"The coordinates of this... this gate...?" Future Lucy asked uncertainly.
Don't worry, I'll help you!
As soon as Zorn finished speaking, he reached out and his powerful Magic Power directly drew upon Future Lucy's Magic Power. Future Lucy immediately responded to Zorn's Magic Power, and a beam of light rose from her body, shooting directly onto the door.
"Lucy, Yukino, Runa, I'm counting on you two from now on." The first step is complete. Next, we'll rely on Lucy and Yukino's twelve Celestial Spirit Keys to open the portal that allows us to travel through time and space.
Lucy Yukino nodded. They had heard from Zorn earlier that they would need their help later, and they were already prepared. Runa wanted to help because Yukino was still young and didn't have enough Magic Power, and since Runa was her sister, their Magic Power was more compatible.
Runa was previously a Celestial Spirit Mage, so her Magic Power abilities are naturally compatible.
"Tch, if my sister hadn't begged me, I definitely wouldn't have helped!" Runa turned her head and glared at Zorn arrogantly. She was indeed willing to help, but looking at Zorn's face, she was a thousand times unwilling and had to say the opposite.
"Sister~" Yukino reached out and tugged at her sister's sleeve.
"My little sister is so cute! I'll do anything for her!" Runa's expression softened instantly. She knelt down and pressed her face against her sister's, showering her with affection.
Yukino blushed shyly after her sister's actions, but instead of pulling away, she hugged her sister back.
Seeing this, Zorn knew that although Runa always acted tough, she actually loved her younger sister very much.
Yukino is also a kind and sensible child who always tries her best to help others.
"Incredible! Zeref can even create Magic like this!" Makarov stood behind, looking at the gate with a thoughtful expression.
Even the First Master Guild Master, Mavis, was floating slowly in the air, staring blankly at the gate with a serious expression, seemingly lost in thought.
"Yosh, I got it, Yukino!" Lucy shouted excitedly, throwing the ten keys in her hand into the air. Yukino followed Lucy's action without hesitation, throwing the two keys in her hand into the air as well.
The twelve keys to the Zodiac were flying through the air, as if they had their own consciousness, rapidly approaching each other and forming a perfect circle in mid-air.
Each key shimmers with a unique light, intertwining to form a dazzling halo.
"All the Celestial Spirits of the Twelve Zodiac Gates, lend me the power to open the gate of time and space!" Lucy, Yukino, Runa Luno whispered, their voices filled with anticipation and determination.
As her words fell, the twelve keys in the sky suddenly burst forth with intense light, illuminating the entire space. The light was as dazzling as the sun, making it impossible to look directly at it. Immediately afterward, a crisp sound rang out, like a doorbell being rung, echoing in the air.
Lucy, Yukino, and Runa held hands tightly, and their Magic Power surged forth, resonating with the twelve keys in the sky. The powerful Magic Power converged into a torrent, rushing into the sky and connecting with the keys of the Zodiac.
A dazzling light descended from the sky, like a giant pillar of light, directly enveloping the three of them.
The light was warm and powerful, bringing immense comfort and peace of mind. Within this light, the three felt an unprecedented power surge through their hearts.
One by one, the Celestial Spirit slowly appeared behind the three, emanating powerful auras and looking at them with firm yet smiling eyes. The Pisces boy, in particular, had a scrutinizing look in his eyes. He quickly glanced at Zorn before turning his gaze away and quietly looking at the mysterious door, as if he was contemplating something important.
"This... this is the Zodiac Celestial Spirit!" a guard whispered in surprise.
"All the Celestial Spirit have appeared! They've all gathered together!" Another guard stared wide-eyed, muttering incredulously.
Lucy said softly, "Please!" Her voice revealed her trust and expectation in these Celestial Spirit.
The twelve Celestial Spirits exchanged glances, as if reaching some kind of tacit understanding, and nodded in acknowledgment. Then, they took to the air and flew towards the Future Lucy, circling around her like stars surrounding the moon.
Aquarius Celestial Spirit Aquarius stepped forward and hugged Future Lucy tightly. The haughty expression on her face had vanished, replaced by a look of deep heartache.
Her tone softened considerably. "Thank you for your hard work, Lucy. Leave the rest to us!" With that, she unhesitatingly channeled all her Magic Power into the Future Lucy's body.
The other Celestial Spirit did the same; a powerful light surged from their bodies, illuminating the entire space like a burning flame. This light converged, forming a massive pillar of light that slammed directly into the Eclipse Gate through Future Lucy's body.
As the light struck, the Eclipse Gate began to tremble slightly, emitting a deep rumble. The runes on the gate flashed with dazzling light, and under the combined attack of the Celestial Spirit, the Eclipse Gate was finally slowly pushed open.
To be continued~