#melaudrey

done these 

yet?

I don’t think I have talked about this before actually so thanks for asking ☺️🖤

I think they could be a really interesting pairing - they both clearly have a very involved (albeit different) history with Wilford and in a way they were both kind of moulded by him… so I think they could have a lot of common ground and I really would like to hear more about their pre-train experiences together (I’m assuming they must have known each other for decades really!)

They have really good chemistry in S1 especially I think - the whole kind of angsty/frenemy vibe is such a mood 🖤 and I love the finale ending with Audrey finally helping Mel to heal after taking the train and leaving Alex behind. There’s definitely scope for something there I think! They’re also both complete powerhouses in their own way and they would make such a glamorous couple for sure!

Mel/Audrey? 🖤

Ship it

What made you ship it?

Uhhhh honestly? The same as Melruth - some very E rated things on AO3. Mel Audrey just never held my attention as long. On rewatching, I definitely feel a connection between the two of them, they obviously have a shared history and I think it probably goes beyond their individual links to Wilford. I wouldn't say I ship them as an ongoing couple but I could definitely see them having had a thing in the past, and being open to having moments together in the future as a way to process their shared traumas.

What are your favourite things about the ship?

I think they really understand each other in a way that other people can't come close to. I think in a way there's also a lot of animosity there, each having been jealous of the other/their bond with Wilford, and each seeing the other as a reminder of him.

They both have secrets to keep and they respect that in each other.

Also my favourite things: sad Melanie/Audrey healing, Audrey being extravagant/ Mel in a hoody, Melanie watching Audrey perform

Is there an unpopular opinion you have in your ship?

Only that in my headcanon they sometimes seek each other out for comfort, but their significant others are not aware 😢

Like on one hand there’s her and ben the og.

Then there’s baby lesbian Ruth pining for Melanie.

AND Melaudrey def has a backstory.

Like bestie, this is one chaotic bisexual trying to figure out another.

Like honestly everyone is in love with Melanie or has been prove me fucking wrong. (Even wilford🤮)