Hiro Mashima's "Fairy Tail" chapter 499 is coming up in just a couple of days. It was strongly hinted in the last chapter of "Fairy Tail" that Juvia Lockser wanted to end her life than hurt Gray Fullbuster.

"Fairy Tail" Chapter 488 Recap

According to ASZ News, the previous chapter of "Fairy Tail" manga, which was released on Aug. 24, began with an intense battle between Invel Yura and Gray. The former foretold the latter that he has the potential to stand among the Spriggan 12, as he has darkness in his heart: that is the root of Zeref's power and Black Magic itself.

Due to Gray's lack of attention, Invel successfully managed to place an Ice Lock on both him and Juvia. The protection guard of Emperor Spriggan then explained that the so-called Ice Lock apparently sealed their minds, thus, makes them his puppets.

Unfortunately, the Ice Lock only comes off when one of them dies. While trying to stir Gray's darkness, Invel constrained him to execute Juvia, citing that Gray, not Zeref, will be the one to kill E.N.D.

"Fairy Tail" Chapter 499 Spoilers

The upcoming chapter 499 marks the start of the main battle between Gray and Juvia after Invel ordered the two to fight to the death. Hall of Fame magazine speculated that the latter will declare that she would rather kill herself while she still has some rational thought than hurt her beloved.

It is believed that Juvia, who is a former S-Class Mage of the now-disbanded Phantom Lord guild, will attempt to kill herself using her own water magic. However, Gray will promptly obstruct Juvia and calls her doltish, as she is only exacerbating things.

Juvia dislikes Gray's tone and unwittingly uses her Water Lock magic on him. The Ice Devil Slayer has managed to break free, only to find out that Juvia's heart has stopped beating. The Ice Lock then begins to shatter.

While nothing is possible, the claims should be taken with a grain of salt until the next chapter is out. "Fairy Tail" chapter 499 is scheduled for released in Japan on Aug. 31.