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Days passed one after another.
Edolas underwent earth-shattering changes.
Every day, a large number of floating islands were blasted down by Noah, and after being transferred through the "Shadow Kingdom" passage, they returned to a single collective.
Initially, the people living in this world were shocked by Noah's divine power, which changed the world.
Every day when they opened their eyes, people could see reports in the latest newspapers about how many floating islands had returned, as well as information about the recruitment of pioneer corps that could never keep up with the speed of land expansion.
But as time went on, everyone's enthusiasm gradually faded, becoming somewhat numb.
There was big news every day, and after a long time, anyone would become numb.
However, such days did not last long, because Noah's speed far exceeded people's imagination.
Excluding the time spent marking different floating islands in the early stage, Noah managed to transfer almost all the floating islands within a week.
After almost all floating islands were integrated, as planned by the "Magic Completion Plan," Magic Power reappeared in Edolas.
The rebirth of Magic Power made people cheer.
It had been hundreds of years since the discovery of Magic Power's decline, and the unsolvable problem, the long-standing worry that weighed on everyone's hearts, was simply gone.
How could people not thank, not respect, not worship the savior who brought Magic Power back?
In short, the kindness of His Highness Noah could never be repaid.
To celebrate the resolution of the Magic Power depletion crisis, King Faust specifically designated this day as "Rebirth Day" to commemorate Edolas's rebirth at Noah's hands.
Therefore, a grand celebration was inevitable.
Thus, a three-day celebration began.
In the guild building of Border Town, the atmosphere was much livelier than usual, and the Mages of the two Fairy Tail guilds clinked glasses, their mood even happier than usual.
After all, they had contributed greatly to the "Magic Completion Plan," and this pride certainly deserved a good celebration.
"Oh, ho ho ho..."
"Participating in the salvation plan, I ask, which other guild can compare with our Fairy Tail?"
"Even if there is, they won't be as strong as us!"
"That's right, that's right, Fairy Tail is the best!"
"Hahahaha..."
"..."
Macao and Wakaba, the fireworks duo, met up with their parallel world counterparts, the anti-smoking propaganda team. The four middle-aged men stood in a row, arms around each other's shoulders, not caring if they looked foolish, and fueled by the alcohol, they performed an awkward dance for everyone.
As expected, the four uncles were quickly chased off the stage.
However, Gajeel, who immediately took the stage to perform, would let everyone know why the uncles' awkward dance routine wasn't so bad after all.
Reckless Natsu and Timid Natsu were still high-fiving each other for the earlier ruckus, and compared to Pervert Gray, who was aggressively stripping the clothes off his dress-up-loving counterpart nearby, their relationship was simply heavenly.
Obsessive Juvia watched the two Grays engage in a "battle of offense and defense" over clothes, then turned to pester Aloof Juvia, asking for advice on how to make her beloved Gray-sama chase her.
Elfman was tirelessly indoctrinating his Edolas counterpart with the concept of "manliness," while the two Lisannas discussed where to go for fun later.
The drunken "Weakest Substitute" Jet and Droy were ordered by Levy the Mechanic to be carried off to rest by their "Strongest Candidate" counterparts.
Mystogan ate something with Wendy and then returned to the Royal Capital; he still needed to help Faust with some government affairs...
Makarov sat at the bar, smiling broadly and drinking with Rob, feeling incredibly refreshed. "Rob, you must come to Earth Land if you get the chance, so I can treat you well too."
Rob raised his glass and drank it all. "Then, brother, I'll take that seriously. I've long wanted to see that world full of Magic Power."
After several rounds of drinks, a slightly tipsy Makarov scanned the guild and then remembered that Noah, Mira, and Erza were not there.
He remembered Noah saying they were going to the Exceed Kingdom for something, to handle some matter, he thought?
Makarov was too lazy to think much. It was good that the younger generation surpassed the older, so he, this old man, didn't have to worry. It would be even better if he could find a way for Noah to take over the guild.
The issue of the Guild Master's successor sobered Makarov up a bit. In fact, he had long ago designated the fourth master to take his place, but that fellow always ran off with various excuses.
It made him, an old man, still have to worry about things.
Makarov was now very curious about what the junior he favored as the next master, Gildarts, who held the title of "Fairy Tail's Strongest," would be like in Edolas.
He wouldn't have turned upside down and become the weakest person in Fairy Tail, would he...
"Gildarts? You mean him..."
Hearing Makarov mention that name, Roubaul subconsciously looked at Lady Cana. Before he could say anything more, Roubaul changed the subject, pointing to the door. "Here, Makarov, you'd better see for yourself."
Makarov followed the direction of Roubaul's finger and saw a couple walking into the guild hand in hand. Old Makarov's eyes immediately widened.
Because the man with the orange pompadour, dressed impeccably like a gentleman, looked exactly like the Gildarts Makarov knew.
It seemed he was the Gildarts of Edolas.
It was hard to imagine that the unkempt, drunken wanderer could look so elegant here, and he even had a family.
The appearance of Edolas Gildarts immediately attracted the attention of the "Fairies" from Earth Land, but this Gildarts was just an ordinary person devoted to his family, which somewhat disappointed Natsu and Laxus.
The Gildarts couple had already heard about the Fairy Tail from another world, so they were not surprised by the group of "twins" in the guild and walked directly to a corner of the guild.
Gentleman Gildarts smiled and said to Elegant Cana, "My dear daughter, did you miss us while Mommy and Daddy were traveling?"
"Oh, Daddy, really, I'm already grown up."
Elegant Cana crossed her arms, refusing her father's hug, but then turned and rushed into her mother Cornelia's embrace, leaving Gentleman Gildarts looking a bit awkward.
After some playful pouting, Elegant Cana took her parents' hands and looked at her counterpart at the same table. "Mommy, Daddy, let me introduce you. This is Cana from Earth Land. She's a very powerful Mage."
"Cana, these are my parents, Gildarts and Cornelia. They're famously a loving couple."
However, Drunken Cana seemed not to have heard, her eyes fixed on Cornelia, with tears welling up in them.
As a mother, Cornelia would certainly recognize her child, even if she came from another world. She immediately hugged the alcohol-reeking Cana with a pained heart.
"Good child, although I don't know what you've been through over there, if you're willing, consider me your mother."
The gentle voice, just like in her memory, made Cana unable to hold back anymore. She threw herself into Cornelia's arms and burst into tears. "Mommy, I miss you so much. I really wanted to see you again."
"My strength is too weak; I didn't dare to acknowledge him. Snow almost left too. I'm so afraid of being left alone. I'm so scared..."
Cana poured out her heart, and Cornelia listened with immense heartache.
Everyone present also understood that Earth Land Cana's mother was also Cornelia. So who was the person she didn't dare to acknowledge? Could it be her father?
Suddenly, everyone's gaze focused on Gentleman Gildarts, making him, who was just feeling sorry for Drunken Cana, instantly break out in a cold sweat.
However, everyone quickly averted their gaze. After all, it was a parallel world, and they couldn't be sure that Earth Land Cana's father was Gildarts.
No, it must be, it absolutely must be.
Macao and Wakaba were absolutely certain at this moment.
The fireworks duo were Cana's guides when she joined the guild. They knew very well that the little girl with the white dog had come for Gildarts.
They had mistakenly thought Cana was a fan of Gildarts. If only they had asked more clearly back then...
Macao and Wakaba felt very guilty.
Makarov also felt the same guilt.
He remembered that he had interrupted Cana and Gildarts' conversations several times in the past due to Gildarts' urgent mission schedule. Now it seemed that he, as the Guild Master, had inadvertently become a stumbling block on Cana's path to recognizing her family.
"Huh? What's wrong with everyone?"
An ill-timed voice sounded. Noah, who had just returned from the Exceed Kingdom, poked his head out, looking puzzled. "Isn't today a banquet? Why isn't everyone smiling?"
No sooner had he spoken than Noah was jointly dragged out of the guild by Erza and Mira, and then...
"Damn Noah! What a killjoy!"
"If you don't understand the atmosphere, shut your mouth!"
"Oh, stop hitting me, stop hitting me, I was wrong..."