Chapter 18: Chapter 18
Erza couldn't help but feel goosebumps as she recalled the very first time she witnessed the world of red and white in the Tower of Heaven.
The other three who had launched the attack continued to stare at Itachi in absolute awe and admiration at how he smoothly handled their combined power.
'Itachi Uchiha... does world slow down by your will when it dyes red and white...? And how did you absorb all of our attacks just like that... What was with the-' her thoughts were interrupted as Itachi cooly apologized.
"My apologies for the sudden appearance. The magic pressure I had released through my vortex was unintentional as I had absorbed the surrounding magic energy of my previous location before I transported here without thought."
"I-It's fine, really. Welcome back, Itachi," said Erza with a wry smile.
Itachi acknowledged her greeting then asked,
"Is Master around?"
She shook her head explaining,
"Master and Mest should be shortly returning from a meeting with Magic Council."
Itachi nodded, understanding that he had to wait and turned around, heading into the second floor.
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A few moments earlier...
Laxus POV
I couldn't help but laugh in disdain as I heard Erza and the other fools worry themselves over this magic pressure. Still, it was even funnier that they couldn't sense Itachi's calm magic energy from that weird whirlpool.
It really was admirable--but not surprising, how he swept their combined attacks under the rug with his enigmatic eye magic. As expected from a senior S-Class Mage of Fairy Tail and a Wizard Saint.
I looked up from my drink to see Itachi walking towards me after his flashy entrance.
"After you had become an S-Class Mage, Laxus... our time for interactions have been cut shorter than they already were," said Itachi, his voice indifferent.
I laughed, excited to see him again. He was a mage truly worthy of being in Fairy Tail.
"It's been awhile Itachi. You may have not noticed as you were always gone on high-level jobs but Fairy Tail has grown softer over the years thanks to Gramps. It's our job as S-Class Mages to restore Fairy Tail's glory and improve it!"
Itachi stood in front of the table, staring down at me as he remained quiet. He looked deep in thought and I perked my ears to listen. Whatever this guy said, it has always been something to take note of.
(AN: At least Laxus gets it. *Nods in approval*)
"Laxus. For now, I do support your cause. Fairy Tail truly does deserve to be brought to greater heights, but not in the way you might be thinking in the near future. When you do see me again, I'll be sure to have an answer for you. Whether as a friend or foe."
I stared up at him in confusion. What...? Friend or foe...?
I had no right to question him, nor be mad at him. This was what his strength brought so I could only think thoroughly about his words.
"Are you saying that you would... no... that I will turn corrupt?" I asked, now unsure about my allegiance with the Guild as I looked down in thought.
Itachi lightly sighed. I stared back up at him, not feeling good about what I would hear next.
"After your Father, Ivan had been banished, it is understandable why you bear resentment for Makarov and partially, the Guild. Whether you admit to it or not, that fact remains standing."
"However, acts of goodness are not always wise, and acts of evil are not always foolish, but regardless, we shall always strive to be good."
"Do remember that."
Saying so, he turned around, walking off, leaving me lost in my own thoughts.
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Makarov POV
Sensing a presence had appeared in my room without the opening of the door, I looked up from my pile of papers, unsurprised as I saw Itachi seemingly come from thin air.
"How are you, my boy? Another successful job, once more I assume?"
Itachi nodded as he sat down
I stopped writing the documents and looked up at him, giving my full attention.
He was silent for a moment before saying,
"Master, you and Mest were rejected information regarding the western continent from the Magic Council at the meeting today, right?"
By now, I knew it would be bad for my heart to continue to be surprised at his way of finding information so I simply nodded and agreed.
"Yes, Itachi. I was preparing documents for Mest that would help him infiltrate into the Magic Council in order to steal information about the western continent."
I looked at him, slightly expectant for some strange but effective assistance in this matter.
"Knowing Mest, he will most likely sacrifice himself for the greater good of Fairy Tail. I am sure Master that you and I both know that he will use his Memory Control magic on himself, all to increase his chances of infiltration."
I nodded, agreeing with him. Mest would certainly do that. He was too kind for his own good.
"Call him over. I will be of use in this situation."
"Alright."
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Moments later, Mest walked inside the office and looked at Itachi in confusion, wondering why Itachi would be here.
His eyes seemed to glaze over for a moment before he rubbed his head, feeling slightly dizzy.
"W-What happened?"
Mest asked as he leaned on the wall for support.
I looked over at Itachi, awaiting an answer.
"A suggestive sub-magic of my illusion magic. Mest will no longer have to wipe his memories in order to easily act his role as a spy. So long as he imagines himself acting the role, he will play it through perfectly."
Mest looked up at Itachi in shock and relief. He really was going to wipe his own memories for the sake of the guild... what a good child.
"I-I, don't know what to say..."
Itachi nodded at him and then turned back to me, calm as ever.
"Master, on my end, I'll be heading to this western continent and periodically return information regarding its inhabitants."
I stood up, raising my voice,
"No, Itachi. You shouldn't go. We don't know of the hidden dangers over there."
Itachi smiled at me as he said,
"Well, we do not know of the hidden dangers of S-Class quests either, no? Same risks, different distances. Nothing shall be different other than how far I travel to accomplish a quest."
I couldn't help but agree with his answer. He was right. It was no different than what he normally did.
"You're right. Good luck, my boy."
"I'm off then."
He then closed his eyes, his image slowly flickering before completely vanishing.
Mest and I stared for an extra few minutes at where he stood.
"Did he-"
"Yes."
CREATORS' THOUGHTS 
DJason
DJason Dialogue is fun, can't wait to talk to the one and only death mage himself... or will he? Who knows? It's Itachi. Also, should Laxus be evil or not evil?
Original plot is delayed... again. Onward to Alvarez Empire where Itachi will fuhq sht up!
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