"We are back!!!"
Natsu kicked open the door, and his trademark loud voice instantly broke the noise in the guild.
"Oh! Natsu You are back!"
"How was the mission? I heard that Forest of Delusion is very dangerous!"
Friends in the guild gathered around him one after another.
However, before Natsu could boast, a louder cheer suddenly erupted from a table in the center of the hall.
"Really?! It's a tie?!"
"That Lu Chongwei actually tied with Ten Wizard Saints?!"
"Oh my god! Is our guild going to have another Ten Wizard Saints?"
Natsu and Gray looked at each other, confused.
"What's going on? What are they talking about?"
At this time, the crowd parted, and a short figure jumped onto the table.
It is Makarov.
The old president's face was red now, he was holding a large glass of beer in his hand, and he was giving a speech with saliva flying around.
"... The situation at that time was quite thrilling! That Jura summoned Rock Giant, which was dozens of meters high! That fist was bigger than the gate of our guild! But! Who was our Lu Chongwei? He didn't even frown!"
Makarov danced as if he was personally on the battlefield.
"I saw Lu Chongwei draw his sword and wave it! There was a bang! Fire filled the sky! He immediately killed that Rock Giant! Even Jura was so frightened that he broke out in cold sweat and admitted defeat on the spot... Oh no, he admitted a tie on the spot!"
"Oh oh oh!!!"
The guild burst into thunderous applause and whistles.
Lu Chongwei, who was sitting next to Makarov, was lying on the table with a look of despair on his face, wishing he could plug his ears.
"Old man, are you updating this version too quickly? Just now you said it was a competition, why has it become an instant kill now?"
Lu Chongwei complained helplessly.
"Lu Chongwei!"
Hearing the familiar voice, Lu Chongwei raised his head and saw Erza, Natsu and others walking in.
Erza is still wearing armor and looks heroic. Although she has just experienced a fierce battle, her mental state seems to be very good.
"Hey, I'm back."
Lu Chongwei stood up and waved lazily.
"Thank you for your hard work. Are you not injured?"
Erza shook his head and his eyes fell on Lu Chongwei.
"I heard that you had a fight with Jura?"
"Don't listen to the old man's nonsense." Lu Chongwei scratched his head, "I just passed two tricks casually."
As he spoke, Lu Chongwei seemed to remember something, put his hand into his arms and took out a small box.
"By the way, this is for you."
Erza was stunned for a moment and subconsciously took the box.
"This is?"
"Didn't you bring a necklace to Mira before? This is the other half." Lu Chongwei pointed to the box, "Open it and take a look."
Erza Open the box, and an exquisite necklace lies quietly inside. The pendant is a crimson Magic Crystal, crystal clear, like a burning flame, exuding warm magic waves.
It's exactly the same pair as the dark blue one from Mirajane.
"This is also Aurora Crystal, with defensive spells burned into it." Lu Chongwei explained, "Although your defense is very high, it is always good to have an extra layer of protection."
The surrounding area suddenly became quiet.
Everyone's eyes were scanning back and forth on Lu Chongwei, Erza and Mirajane who were wiping cups not far away.
Shura Field?
This is the first word that comes to everyone's mind.
However, the expected smell of gunpowder did not appear.
Mirajane behind the bar looked at this scene. Not only was she not angry, but she covered her mouth and chuckled. She touched the dark blue necklace around her neck, her eyes as gentle as water.
Erza Looking at the red necklace in his hand, a rare blush appeared on his usually serious and cold face.
She bit her lip and took out the necklace awkwardly.
"Help... put it on for me."
Erza turned around, lifted up her long crimson hair, and exposed her neck wrapped in armor.
Lu Chongwei didn't think much, walked forward and helped her fasten the necklace skillfully.
The crimson crystal hangs in front of the silver armor, looking particularly dazzling.
"Does it look good?" Erza turned around and asked a little unnaturally.
"Well, it suits you very well." Lu Chongwei nodded, telling the truth.
"Thank you." Erza's voice was very soft, and he smiled lightly. The charming moment made many male compatriots around him stunned.
Lucy stood aside, watching this warm scene, and couldn't help but sigh:
"Lu Chongwei This guy... although he is usually lazy, he is quite good at flirting at critical moments."
Later, Lucy came close to Lu Chongwei and vividly talked about Forest of Delusion's mission.
From Tree Demon's terror, to everyone's cooperation, and finally Erza's one-hit kill. Lucy was very excited when talking, and Lu Chongwei also listened with gusto, nodding and praising from time to time.
"Not bad, it seems that your cooperation is getting better and better."
Lu Chongwei looked at everyone with a smile.
"To celebrate the safe return of Lu Chongwei after completing Decade Quest! Also to celebrate the triumphant return of Team Elsa!"
Makarov stood on the table, holding the wine glass high.
"The party begins!!!"
"Oh oh oh!!!"
The atmosphere in the guild was instantly ignited.
The wine barrels were brought out, and the aroma of barbecue filled the entire hall.
Natsu held a chicken leg in one hand and a wine glass in the other, and squeezed in front of Lu Chongwei with his mouth full of oil.
"Lu Chongwei! I heard that you had a tie with that Ten Wizard Saints?"
Natsu's eyes were burning with fighting spirit.
"Since you are so powerful, then come and fight with me!"
"Huh?" Lu Chongwei rolled his eyes, "I just came back, can you let me rest for a while?"
"No! I'm going to challenge you now!"
Natsu threw the chicken legs away and his whole body was on fire.
"I'm coming too!" Gray took off his shirt at some point and stood aside to fan the flames, "Lu Chongwei, don't be a coward! Let us see how much stronger you have become in the past two years!"
"Fight! Fight!" Happy was flying in the air, fearing that the world would not be in chaos.
Looking at the group of over-energetic guys in front of him, Lu Chongwei sighed helplessly.
But look at Lucy's eyes full of expectation, look at the half-smiling expressions of Erza and Mirajane, and then look at the booing friends around them.
Lu Chongwei also laughed unconsciously.
"Okay."
He stood up and stretched his neck.
"Since you want to be beaten so much, then I will grant it to you."
The atmosphere of the banquet was pushed to a climax because of Natsu's challenge.
The open space outside the guild was already filled with people.
Under the moonlight, Natsu stood in the center of the field, clenching his fists, and blazing flames rose from his body, illuminating the surrounding grass. His eyes were full of excitement and fanaticism, which was the purest desire for battle.
Opposite him, Lu Chongwei put his hands in the pockets of his windbreaker, with a lazy posture, as if he was just out for a walk.