S-Class Assessment

Makarov: "You brat, you're finally back. If it weren't for the complaint letters arriving a few days before you did, I would have thought something happened to you."

"Oho (｀へ′) I didn't expect you to care so much about me, old man."

"This mission needs extra pay!"

Hearing Ye Yang mention money, Makarov's temples bulged.

"You brat, you dare to talk to me about money again!"

"Do you know you destroyed the entire village this time? I was lectured for a whole day and had to pay a large sum of money. And you have the nerve to ask for more pay."

"I think you're full of it!"

"You old geezer, no extra pay?!"

"Isn't it normal for Mages to bump into things during missions? Besides, if I hadn't eliminated that Demon, do you know how much trouble there would have been!"

"Moreover, those villages weren't destroyed by me, they were destroyed by that Demon. How can you blame it all on me!"

"Ahhhh!! You brat, are you trying to anger me to death!"

As they argued, the two of them started to quarrel, leaving the three siblings bewildered.

About ten minutes later, the old man and the young man finally calmed down. Makarov turned to look at Mirajane and the other two, his expression immediately changing to a kind and amiable smile.

"You three little ones are here to join the Guild, right?"

Mirajane said nervously, "Y-yes."

Ye Yang spoke up, "Old man, Mirajane has awakened Receive Magic, but she can't control it yet."

"You brat, I know."

"Little girl, let me see your arm."

Mirajane then removed her cloak, revealing that arm. Makarov nodded after looking at it.

"It's not a big problem. After a few days of cultivation, this state can be resolved."

The three siblings immediately smiled with relief upon hearing this. Although they knew it was a type of magic these past few days, they were still a bit nervous, fearing their arm would remain like this forever.

"You brat, after you give them their Guild marks later, you'll be responsible for showing them around."

Ye Yang was already lying in his exclusive rocking chair, sipping tea.

"Life is so comfortable like this~"

Makarov saw this and said, "This brat, he's like this as soon as he gets back to the Guild."

"Sigh~ This guy is getting lazier and lazier."

----Dividing Line------

The days passed peacefully. Mirajane and her siblings quickly blended in with the other Guild members. Mirajane and Erza still didn't get along. What used to be Natsu and Gray fighting now included Erza and Mirajane fighting. These two also occasionally dragged Ye Yang into duels, though they both lost to him.

Recently, Ye Yang hadn't seen any good missions, so he had been slacking off in the Guild, watching them bicker and fight. In the mornings, he would train Er Gou and San Mao. The items they used for training had changed from simple stones to armor engraved with gravity patterns.

With the help of the medicinal bath, their strength had improved rapidly. It wouldn't be long before they could learn Rokushiki.

It wasn't until June that the Fairy Tail Guild welcomed its most important day.

Ye Yang arrived at the Guild alone at noon, strolling leisurely. San Mao and Er Gou had already finished their training and returned directly to the Guild.

As soon as Ye Yang opened the door, he felt something was slightly off. It was too quiet.

"What's going on? Did everyone suddenly change their ways, or am I still dreaming?"

Makarov saw that the last person had arrived and announced, "You brat, everyone was waiting for you!"

"Hurry up, stop dawdling."

"Huh? Oh, oh, oh."

"What's happening? Is the Guild going to be disbanded?"

(｀Д′) "You brat! Is your head filled with crap! Can't you wish for something good for the Guild!!"

Mirajane said excitedly, "Old man, just ignore this lazy bum! Hurry up and announce it!"

Makarov shot Ye Yang a glare and said, "Ahem! According to the traditions of Fairy Tail, I will now read out this year's S-Class selection list."

"Ooooh--!!" The Guild members instantly became excited.

"Laxus Dreyar!"

Laxus: "Hmph!"

"Ye Yang!"

Ye Yang: "Huh?"

"After this year's evaluation of the Guild members, both of your strength and character have been recognized by myself and Gildarts."

"This year's assessment will be held at Nilus Volcano."

"Everyone can have one partner to follow. We'll gather at the Guild tomorrow morning."

As soon as Makarov finished speaking, the Guild erupted in discussion.

"Laxus is really going, huh? That guy's strength is no joke."

"I wonder who's stronger, Ye Yang or Laxus."

"I don't know. They've never fought. Even when they meet at the Guild, they just nod at each other. I haven't seen them clash."

"What a shame. I really wanted to see those two fight!"

Upon hearing Ye Yang's name, Laxus glanced at him and left immediately.

Ye Yang, on the other hand, was immediately surrounded by Natsu, Gray, Erza, Mirajane, Er Gou, and San Mao.

Natsu: "I'm so jealous! Why wasn't I on the S-Class list!!"

Gray: "Tch, you should just forget it."

Natsu snarled: "Are you looking for a fight, you bastard?!"

"Bring it on! I'm not afraid of you!"

Just as the two were about to fight, Erza shot them a look. They both broke out in a cold sweat and immediately slung their arms around each other.

"Heh heh, we're best friends."

Erza nodded with satisfaction: "Ye Yang, what do you say? Who are you going to choose as your partner?"

Ye Yang thought for a moment and said, "Ummm, I haven't decided yet. This is a big deal, and it's so sudden."

Mirajane chimed in: "What's there to think about? Of course, I'll go with you!"

"Why you! I should go with him."

"Are you looking for a fight, armor girl!"

"Am I afraid of you, delinquent girl!"

As they argued, the two began to bicker.

Ye Yang scratched his head helplessly.

"Hey, why are you two arguing?"

"Shut up! This is between us girls!!"

"Yes, yes, yes. Sigh~"

Then, Ye Yang looked at San Mao and Er Gou, who hadn't moved.

"Hmm? San Mao, why are you so quiet today? You're not acting like yourself."

"Heh heh, boss, you say that. I'm just afraid of getting beaten up again."

Er Gou spoke up: "Boss, we thought we'd definitely learn Rokushiki before you became S-Class, and then we could help you."

"But who knew you'd be selected for S-Class so quickly."

Ye Yang looked at the two slightly disappointed figures and comforted them.

"Alright, don't be discouraged. There's still a long way to go. This is just the beginning."

"It's just S-Class. Once your boss here becomes S-Class, I'll have tons of money, hahahaha."

"Then, your boss's dream will come true."

San Mao immediately flattered him: "That's right, that's right. Boss, you're destined to be the strongest landlord. An S-Class is nothing."

"Yo, you're talking sense today, kid. Next time Er Gou beats you up, I'll tell him to go easy on you."

"Huh?!"

"Let's go, let's go home."