Past and Present || @Scarlet-swords
{ϟ}→ Thruthfully, what he needed at the moment is nothing more but his usual drink, served by the beautiful barmaid, known to be no other but the former pine up model, Mirajane Strauss, and of course--- acompanied with some peace instead of the usual chaos that always exist in the most loud Guild in Magnolia---- possibly in the whole Fiore. Hence why most of times he prefers spending his time on his either on his home, or to some high-class bars, alongside with the Raijinshuu, or even doing jobs, from requests that are hunged on the S-class request board. That's the most usual thing that happens, anyway.
{ϟ}→ However, this is what makes this Guild, special; the strong bond that is held between each others. The fact that everyone holds a heart, with a huge space for everyone. The determination and belief for a better tomorrow. The work and efford that everybody put in, to achieve what they wish for. A Guild is not just a building, filled with a bucnh of people----- a Guild is a family---- A Guild is a home. A home to return to, whenever someone's back. And most of times, having friends welcoming you back is truly blissful, at least for Fairy Tail.
{ϟ}→ How could he not realize it? What he was thinking of, was nothing else but power. And slowly, he became blinded. Hate was a strong emotion, since he had no fear on crushing even his own comrades, without caring for their life, or the consequences that lie ahead him. His fame and reputation played an important role as well, since he was known---- and still is, as one of the strongest mages is Fairy Tail, and now---- possibly, one of the strongest in Fiore.
{ϟ}→ However, his intentions weren't bad. His desire to become the Master of the Guild that he belongs to, was because he wanted to make it stronger, so no one would have to underestimate them, or think of them as a laughing stock. However, his actions were foolish, and what's worse; they proved otherwise. While Makarov was at the heaven's door, Laxus did nothing but fighting his comrades, performing a vastly powerful spell----- considered to be a legendary Magic. It happened to be one of the three Fairy Tail spells and that one was Fairy Law.
{ϟ}→ And as a result, the realization of such actions was too late, since what he gained after that, was getting excommunicated from the Guild. It was a lesson though. An unforgettable one, considering the fact that he became wiser, stronger, more intelligent, and of course---- understanding what truly a Guild is. He felt relieved that he was able to shield his comrades, while they were fighting the Second Master, Purehito or helping to fight Acnologia, and then even holding hands with others.
{ϟ}→ Gildarts' role was also big. If it wasn't him, Laxus might still be exiled from Fairy Tail. The crash mage was one of the very few people that the thunder mage could actually show his affection and respect too--- regardless if it is hardly seen. He would always be grateful to him, no matter what. And thanks to that, he was able to return back, to fix his mistakes, knowing that it won't be easy--- but he didn't care. He wanted to change, so people would accept him. Because of that, he regain their trust, or at least only from a few for now, by his current actions. Even his reputation is getting restored, especially at the Daimatou Enbu. What makes such prof? The fact that he handled the elite members, as long as the Guildmaster of Raven Tail--- beating them, without any further assistance apart from his ow power and of course, having a spectacular fight with Jura are considered to be the main reasons.
{ϟ}→ Without realizing, he found himself already outside the large building. It was one of those rare times that he could be really deeply lost in his thoughts, and talking wasn't something considered to be strongly visible on him, since he was such an awkward person. His gaze though, fell into a feminine figure, with long and silky hair in a crimson color. Without second thought, he was easily able to recognize that female, who was a few metres away from him. She happened to be one of those who was able to forgive him rather quickly, and that was amusing. Not that he was complaining, of course. And so, making his way towards her, a sight escaped from his lips, since he was pretty exhausted due to the mission that he was, unfortunately, assigned to.
{ϟ}→ With a soft and even tired facial expression, he decided to greet his fellow nakama. With a tranquil tone of voice, he decided to start it up. "-----Yo."