Evelyne🌙

Here's the little masterlist of the blog (hope it helps you navigate through it more easily). I'll try to update it every time I post (I said "try") Enjoy my darlings ! PS : The requests are open ;)

Headcanons (from least recent to most)

The HSL boys talking to Candy’s pregnant belly

The HSL Boys + Priya Drunk (during UL)

The HSL boys comforting you after your « best friend » betrayed you

The HSL Boys comforting you about family issues

! NSFW ! : The HSL Boys receiving a BJ

The HSL Boys reaction to Candy’s parents pressuring her to get a prestigious job

Random headcanons about episode 26b of HSL

How the HSL Boys spend their morning/day with Candy after episode 40

The HSL Boys' reaction to Candy having a lot of piercings

Castiel, Rayan & Nathaniel’s reactions to Candy being injured (UL)

The HSL Boys' reaction to Candy having a nightmare

How the HSL Boys Take Care of Candy When She’s Sick

The HSL Boys' first impression of Candy

Castiel

WIP - Work in Progress

Lysander

Kisses with Lysander - HSL

Kentin

WIP - Work in Progress

Armin

Armin’s reaction to Eric having a crush on Candy

Nathaniel

Kisses with Nathaniel - HSL

Nathaniel Intimacy Headcanons (HSL)

Nathaniel UL Headcanons (Filling the Gap between HSL and UL)

(yeah I have a bias, can you tell ?)

Priya

WIP - Work in Progress

Hyun

WIP - Work in Progress

Rayan

Domestic Life with Rayan

Prompts/Fics

Episode 33 HSL- Serendipity

'Simple Moments' - (MCL HSL Nathaniel)

can I make a request of the crush talking to candy for the first time,or what they think of her when they first meet,something like that

sorry for any mistake,English its not my first language

The HSL Boys' first impression of Candy

N/A: Of course you can ! There you go, hope you enjoy these (not entirely satisfied, for some reason I wasn't that inspired)

Nathaniel

Well, Nathaniel first impression was even before meeting her since, well, he was the Student Council President. And yeah, Mrs Shermanskuy probably just dropped him the file and « asked » (read there expected) him to handle it. So basically, first impression was like « Paperwork. More paperwork. »

And he couldn’t even see if she was cute or not because, in case you forgot, there wasn’t even a picture along with the file. And honestly that bugged him.

Because he wanted to know (he did not become a cop out of nowhere, he hates not knowing stuff. Do y’all really think he’s really annoyed by Amber’s gossiping ? C’mon), so he simply started to imagine (based on her name and her infos) what she could look like (not like in a creepy way but more in the way he’d portray a character from his novel way)

And the more he thought about it, even though he didn’t really want to waste time on it, the more curious he became

It’s not everyday a new student comes around and he was a bit tired to run into the same people over and over (especially some he’s known since kindergarten. Which leads to another thing : my man was PRAYING that she would not be Castiel 2.0)

And she wasn’t (thank god) 

And she was cute (thank god x2 ?)

But what was the most striking to him was how outgoing and smiley she was. Their first interaction was smooth, she was nervous but not out of shyness or discomfort, she seemed genuinely excited to be here

She seemed just so easy to be around 

No expectations, no judgement, just vibes honestly (it’s because this girl uses her critical thinking skills once in a blue moon but he doesn’t know that yet. Okay, just kidding, she’s actually super sweet)

He notices how barely few days in Sweet Amoris, she’s talking and laughing with everyone but because of that he also notices that she treats him the exact same way 

And said like that it could seem like a bad thing but it’s not to him : she doesn’t put him on a pedestal or idealises him because he’s a straight A student or the Student  Council President (unlike a certain Melody) but she doesn’t sees him as a teacher pet or an prudish uptight guy who spends his life at school (and yeah, he liked how she laughed at his jokes, made him want to tell more)

So yeah I think if you really think about it, the first thing he noticed about candy (and the thing he liked the most back than and until the end of the game) is her smile and how expressive she is. And on a deeper level, that’s a reflection of how much she cares. 

Castiel

First impression: new girl, groundbreaking. Nothing more. (Okay, mr nonchalant)

But truth to be told, he expected her to be intimidated by him since most people are. 

She wasn’t. In fact she was curious. Cautious too, yes, but curious.

Usually, he doesn’t like curiosity because he associates it with nosiness (and that he hatesss). However he quickly noticed that it wasn’t why Candy was sticking around. She wanted to know more about him but she also understood that it would only happened in his own terms. 

Which at first Castiel believed it to be a crush and doesn’t particularly entertain it (or at least that’s what he tells himself) 

After all, at that point he had just gotten out of a messy relationship (I’m not sure how long it has been since the beginning of HSL and the whole Debrah fiasco before Candy got there, but can’t more than a year)

And then he notices that Candy is just curious about everyone and helping around all the fucking time

So what he thought to be a special treatment, isn’t really (and that bruises his ego a bit lmao) but that’s also the moment where he starts taking her more seriously. And suddenly, he starts feeling the tension between them when he teases her (before that, it was just entertaining but now there’s a new edge to it, and he likes a little too much when she bites back)

He even categorises her as “not annoying » which is high praise coming from him (and the first hint of a crush hum hum)

Lysander

Do we really need to remind everyone that Candy’s first impression of him was that she thought she was a ghost ?

From there you can only imagine that he was confused af

Why the hell would you think that ??? You heard noises in a high school and directly assumed it was a ghost ? 

But then, he’s also a bit endeared because that’s cute (and the fact she went full Sherlock Holmes about it is cute too) 

Also liked that she didn’t tell anyone when she found out about his and Castiel’s rehearsals 

I believe Lysander trusts  gut feelings a lot when it comes to people and truly, I believe he felt that he could trust candy right away

He saw how earnest she was and how good willed, she simply didn’t mean harm to anyone (besides Amber, but even then it’s pretty chill compared to how much of a b*tch Amber could be in HSL) 

He also notices her wandering the halls like she’s trying not to get lost.

Their first conversation is soft, almost hesitant.

Candy listens to him without interrupting, without rushing him and that alone makes him comfortable around her. And she actually seems to think about what he saying, as if she cared about his opinion despite not knowing him for long 

He finds her presence refreshing, grounding despite the usual chaos she seems to attracts

I feel like Lysander is the LI that realises his crush the fastest BUT he’s the one that took the most time to develop it (like it took him a little while to GET that crush, but once it was here, he didn’t shy away from it) and honestly it starts as something calm and unassuming, like background music he doesn’t realise he’s memorised yet (sorry y’all, I’ve been rewatching brigerton and I’m kinda getting ahead of myself with the metaphors) 

Kentin

We all know that Candy knew KEN before HSL

But since I’ve seen many in this fandom being pissed at Candy for considering Kentin as a romantic option only AFTER the glow-up, let’s rewrite the story a bit (because I can)

Let’s rewind back to middle school, where they met each other (before going to the same highschool and then moving to Sweet Amoris for their final year)

Kentin, or Ken if you may, was not the popular kid as you’d expect. But neither was Candy. She had friends, she did good in school, not exceptionally but still pretty good. She was friendly with everyone, staying out of dramas despite having friends who were magnets for it (and yeah, I mean Laeti, the closer I get to growing my frontal lobe to its full potential, the more I realise that « friends » like her might be fun, but only if you’re wiling to put aside your peace of mind).

Ken, on the other hand, did not have much friends. Not any, truth to be told. There were some guys that were nice to him, people he could chat with, but never close enough to call them friends. And for the rest of the kids, there were pretty harsh on him (to put it mildly)

Which is why he never expected a girl like Candy to even look at him. And she didn’t. Not because she didn’t want to, but because Kentin was so good at trying to make himself invisible that she didn’t even get to notice him (or notice that the reason he was doing that was because he tried to avoid the others picking on him)

But at some point, they were paired for a group work or some activity (could be a history presentation or a PE activity, your pick) and that was their first interaction. 

He knew who she was before he ever talked to her, and yeah, he taught she was pretty. Immediately. 

Their first conversation is short, awkward, and mostly one-sided because he panics. Candy smiles at him anyway, like his nervousness doesn’t bother her. In fact, she even tries to make him more comfortable by cracking a joke or two. 

And that’s it. He’s done for. From that day on, she becomes someone he wants to impress, even if he has no idea how.

And let’s say that we’re still in this middle school setting, so Candy’s friends (or other bullies) tease her for her « friendship » with Kentin and Candy, as we see in the game, reacts pretty badly to that (I mean she gets easily riled up by Amber’s immaturity and all so when she was even younger, it could have been worse. And seing how horrible Laeti was with him, it could have rubbed off on her to some extent). So Candy tries to tone it down, plays uninterested  (or even slightly annoyed) when Kentin is around and people are watching. But she’s never proud of it and every time she can, she tries to make up for it to Kentin (which makes him falls harder despite it being quite toxic)

Thank god, in HSL, Candy’s attitude towards Ken doesn’t last more than a few episodes. It’s a bit sad that she allows herself to be openly nice to him only after his glow-up but hey, they’re kids after all (she’s learning, let her cook) 

Armin

Now, Armin is the hardest to imagine because he is the embodiment of nonchalance.

Even more than Castiel (bad comparison because we all know that Castiel is CHALANT af, he’s just emo about it)

So I don’t think he really thought much about it besides « cute ». 

However, I do believe that « she’s cute » quickly turned into « fun to mess with » 

So he did

And she kinda grew on him

Not so nonchalant then, are we ? 

But I think if you were to put it into popular tropes, it's clearly a friends to lovers.

Therefore, that's why Armin's first impression of Candy was that "she's someone I could be friend with"

And it doesn't seem like a lot but it truly is because Armin is really independent. He's easy-going but mainly because he knows he doesn't need to be surrounded by people at all time (unlike his twin) to feel good. So he just acts how he feels like acting and it draws people in (the art of being authentic)

So for him to consider Candy becoming a part of his circle (that is inexistent as far as we know off ??? I mean before he adopted Nathaniel and started rage baiting Kentin) is pretty big and it's honestly the only way for him to get romantically interested in someone. He needs to be their friend first (he's the guy friend that's gonna come up to you with "there's something I need to tell you" someday. Dreadful)

Alrighttt so not entirely satisfied as I said, perhaps went a bit out of topic but you know what ? hell yeh

Also I got in my inbox questions about whether or not the requests were open and the answer is : YES.

However, some requests are pretty similar (perhaps from the same anon, and if that's the case, I see you bestie) so obviously I can't really do them or it'll get very boring, very soon. All that to say, be specific or you can even ask for prompts if that's what you're going for (just know that I started a corporate internship which basically means I'm either being exploited or being left in a corner to rot and, as horrible as it sounds, it gives me plenty of time to write. On the company's wifi too, so a win is a win lmao)

love your acc❤️❤️

Armin's reaction to Eric confessing to Candy

First of all, Candy doesn’t panic after it happens (and wouldn’t wait until the weekend trip to tell her partner).

She’s mostly embarrassed and awkward about it. To be completely honest, I don’t even understands while she was spiralling about it so much in LL. Like okay, that’s bad (it is never easy to have one of your friend catching unreciprocated feelings but still), but girl was literally losing sleep over it (the only valid reason for such a reaction is on Nathaniel’s route because in that context, Eric’s confession was really messed up. Otherwise it’s embarrassing at most)

But since Candy is an open book, for better and for worse, you can tell within 10 seconds that something’s up. She laughs too much. Avoids eye contact. Overexplains nothing and everything at once. 

And of course, Armin notices it immediately. At first he just jokes about it, assuming she did something mildly cringe at work or said something awkward to someone.

But when she tells him, his first reaction is to laugh. Not because Candy having a suitor is shocking…but because it’s Eric.

In Armin’s mind, Eric is the least likely person to make a corny love confession, to someone who already has a boyfriend and who is very much Armin’s girlfriend (the audacity of man)

Then he sees her face and realises she’s not joking. He freezes. Like deer caught in headlights kinda freeze. 

Candy would try to lighten things up, laughing nervously and immediately reassuring him:

she shut it down

she was very clear

Eric got the message and won’t try anything else

Armin believes her (he doesn’t question it). He completely trusts her and he’s definitely not mad at her.  Not even a little.

He’s offended though (as he should ngl, Eric’s playing dirty here). Something about the “team’s daddy” (said in these very words, I was there) trying to steal his girlfriend does not sit right with him (perioddd)

However, his first instinct is not to confront Eric. It’s to vent to Nathaniel.

(Because yes, Armin and Nathaniel are besties. They trust each other. They talk. Healthy male friendships exist and I am keeping them.)

The call with Nath is half disbelief, half dramatic outrage.

“Dude, GUESS what ?”

“No, I’m not making this up.”

“Yes, our Eric.”

Nathaniel is… complicated about it. Eric helped him rebuild his life. Convinced him to join the academy (I headcanoned that). Became a mentor (almost a father figure)

Armin clocks that immediately and gets annoyed a bit (“Could you put your daddy issues aside for five seconds and back me up?”)

In the end, Armin doesn’t confront Eric right away because:

Candy asked him not to

Nathaniel is clearly caught in the middle

and Armin doesn’t want to turn this into a bigger mess than it already is

That said, Armin becomes noticeably petty.

Calls between him and Eric (at work because you can bet that Armin isn't interacting with him otherwise since the reveal) get sharper. Shorter replies. Dry tone. Sassy remarks that ride the line between actual joking and targeted passive-aggressive remarks.

And Eric is not stupid. It doesn’t take long for him to realise Candy must have told Armin.

Which leads to Eric brings the elephant in the room up himself. The conversation is tense but not hostile. Armin is blunt. Eric apologises. Boundaries are set very clearly.

Armin accepts the apology. Let’s be real, he’s the least spiteful person in MCL (as far as I know, since I’ve never played his route) but I’d say he understands messy feelings better than most (and he’s used to worst dramas than that, I mean his brother is Alexy ? Did you all forgot what that mf did ? I DIDN’T)

And Armin too, doesn’t forget. So after all that, Armin keeps an eye on Eric (just in case, but truthfully, I want to believe Eric is not a complete b*stard and he really got the message and won’t try to play house wrecker again)

Candy kinda notices it sometimes: the way Armin’s hand lingers a little longer on her waist when Eric’s around, the way his jokes get a little sharper (or the way he can rant about for hours if you bring up the topic)

But in the end, they’re fine. Their relationship is not impacted by this. Not at all. 

I posted !! (yeehaw)

How the HSL Boys Take Care of Candy When She’s Sick

N/A : I am literally digging into my computer for these ones. Turns out I had some requests already written (or almost) but never posted them. So there it is (better late than never I suppose)

Armin

He panics at first. « Wait, you’re actually sick? Like… for real? » He pokes her forehead and gasps « Oh shit, you’re burning up! Babe, don’t die on me! »

Absolutely Googles symptoms and then proceed to immediately spiral into worst-case scenarios « What if this is cancer ? Or the beginning of a zombie apocalypse??? » 

Ends up getting a ridiculous amount of medicine (and most are useless but we appreciate the gesture)  and snacks (most of which she doesn’t even need).

Forces her to stay in bed while he attempts to make (more like reheat) soup. It’s… not great (but the effort is appreciated once again)

Cuddles up next to her despite the risk of getting sick himself. « If I die, at least it’ll be with you. » (dramatic enough)

Plays video games with her if she’s up for it or puts on a marathon of their favorite shows. « Laughter is the best medicine as they say ! …Except for actual medicine. Take that too. »

Dramatically wipes her forehead with a cool cloth like he’s in a medical drama saying stuff like « Stay with me, Candy! » (Alexy definitely made him watch Grey’s Anatomy with him)

Ends up getting sick himself. Complains way more than she did.

Castiel

Sighs dramatically when he sees her curled up in bed after two days of missing school. « Great. You’re dying. What am I supposed to do with you now? »

He acts like it’s a huge inconvenience, but he takes care of her better than anyone.

Texts her to drink the soup her mom made. Might even comes to supervise if she insists that doesn’t feel like it. « You’re not starving on my watch. »

Let her stay at his place. Which is big for him. 

Grumbles about germs but stays with her anyway. Runs his fingers through her hair when she falls asleep.

Keeps her warm with one of his hoodies and grumbles when she calls him sweet. « Shut up and drink your tea. »

Glares at the medicine bottles like they're a personal offense to him before making sure she takes them at the right time.

Plays his guitar softly while she rests (but never admits he’s doing it to comfort her).

The second she starts feeling better, he teases her. « See? You survived. Now get up before I have to start charging you rent for lying around all day. »

Lysander 

Notices she’s sick before she even tells him. « Your voice sounds different. Are you feeling alright? »

Reads up on natural remedies and brews her a custom tea blend to soothe her throat (go farm boy even though this choice of scenario still isn't my favourite)

Wraps her in the softest blankets and insists that she rests. « Your body needs time to heal. Let me take care of you. »

Writes little notes and poems to cheer her up. Leaves them on her nightstand with a cup of tea. ahhhhh

Sings to her in a low, soothing voice when she’s too restless to sleep.

Buy her fresh flowers to brighten her mood. Or something cheerful. Chocolate maybe (but again he might not because chocolate isn’t the best thing to eat when you’re sick. Unfortunately)

If she feels self-conscious about looking a mess, he reassures her. « You’re beautiful even now, love. »

Stays by her side without hesitation. If she tells him he might get sick, he just smiles. « Then I suppose you’ll have to take care of me next »

This man has been husband material since day one like even when it’s HSL headcanons, I feel like writing about a married couple

Kentin 

The moment she sneezes, he’s already got medicine, vitamins, and a humidifier ready to go (even if it's a bit of an overkill)

Checks her temperature constantly. « Okay, you’re at 38°C. That’s fine. But if it goes up, we’re going to the doctor. »

Bring her homemade chicken soup his mom helped him to make (Kentin is a mama’s boy through and through and he definitely asked her how to take care of someone who’s sick), watching to make sure she eats enough.

Tucks her into bed like a she’s made of glass, fluffing pillows and adjusting blankets. « You need to rest properly. »

Is very serious about hydration. There is always a glass of water beside her.

Checks on her in the middle of the night, making sure she’s comfortable.

Kisses her forehead but immediately wipes his lips after lmao. « I love you, but I really don’t want to catch this. »

Nathaniel 

Immediately takes control of the situation. « Okay. Bed. Now. » okayyy sir

He’s practical about it : makes a schedule for medicine, ensures she’s eating well, and keeps things tidy so she doesn’t feel uncomfortable.

But he’s also gentle, running his fingers through her hair while she rests, pressing soft kisses to her temple.

Brings her fresh fruit and herbal teas to help her recover.

Reads to her when she’s too tired to focus on anything.

Tries to do his schoolwork (and perhaps even hers even if he doesn't tell her) while watching over her but gets distracted checking on her every five minutes.

If she protests about being treated like a child, he just raises an eyebrow. « Just let me take care of you, Candy. »

Absolutely the type to call the doctor if her fever gets too high because it’s better to be safe.

When she starts feeling better, he teases her lightly. « Back from the dead, I see. » But he’s secretly relieved.

This one is for shit and giggles mostly. When I wrote these I always find it hard to make it make sense because they're in high school, how can they take care of Candy since she lives with her parents (like mine would just put me to bed, feed me soup while I was pretending to be a victorian child dying of the pox). But for the request's sake, let's overlook that. Hope you like it my dears and see you soon !

Nathaniel UL Headcanons (Filling the Gap between HSL and UL)

N/A : Hey dear ! Took so long for that request because somehow it showed at the bottom of the request box. Since you've been vague enough, I took the freedom to write about Nathaniel in UL before Candy's return (I feel like this part and his transformation have been really looked over in the game). I am working on prompts (whenever I get time) about the LI in UL so unless the request is about a specific situation, I keep the headcanons for these little one-shots. Hope you like it darling !

Let’s set the bases with where we left off in HSL

• Candy helped him get emancipated, as we know but it’s also the first time he truly takes control of his life. This was like a major milestone in his life.

• Even though he’s free from him, the damage done by his father persists (as we see during graduation day in HSL). Nathaniel still carries the pressure, the expectations, and the anger.

• He moves into his own small apartment and gets Blanche.

• At this point, he still works hard in school, but there’s a weight lifting off his shoulders.

• He graduates with excellent grades, valedictorian, great motivational speech, but he feels strangely empty.

• With no father to fear and no academic chains holding him down, he realises: "I don’t know who I am without all of this." And that’s when he doesn’t apply for business school or anything like that but he applies for something the actually cares about : literature.

• He’s accepted into Anteros Academy, and he tells himself that college will be a fresh start.

• He cuts his hair shorter, trades his button-ups for casual shirts and jackets. He’s a new man really.

• And everyone from high school (Alexy, Rosa, Priya, even Castiel) assumes he’s finally free from his chains.  But Nathaniel has never felt more lost.

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Year 1 of UL : The Breakup & The Downward Spiral Begins

The Long-Distance relationship (the fail of the year) 

• Candy and Nathaniel start university still together.

• He tries so hard to keep things normal, to not worry her, to act like he’s doing fine on his own.

• But he isn’t. He’s struggling, feeling isolated, and the pressure is still crushing him.

• He doesn’t talk about it. He convinces himself: « She has her own life now. She doesn’t need to hear me complain in addition to it. »

• Every phone call becomes shorter, emptier. Messages go unanswered for longer. Nathaniel starts feeling like he’s losing her. But he doesn’t really tries to hold onto her. He starts to feel like it’s pointless. 

 The Breakup (during pre-exam season because I’m horrible)

• Candy brings up how different things feel between them.

• Nathaniel hates where the conversation is going but doesn’t fight it.

• When she says « Maybe we should take a break » he just accepts it.

• Candy was expecting a reaction—something, anything. But Nathaniel just answers with « If that’s what you want. »

• He doesn’t say he’s hurting. He doesn’t say he’s scared. He just lets her go. But that night, he stares at his phone, reading old messages.

• And he doesn’t text her. He doesn’t call. He tells himself « This is fine. »

• If he doesn’t acknowledge the pain, maybe it won’t exist.

• But the consequences of this breakup are impossible to avoid : it’s really sad  but Candy was the only person he ever truly let in (Armin was the second but it’s different). And now? She’s gone.

• After everything that happened with his family, his mind makes the shortcuts on its own :  « Being vulnerable means getting hurt. » Or  « If I let someone in, they will leave me. »

• So he stops letting people in, period.

He’s so emotionally unavailable at this point, like don’t even try. 

• He doesn’t start seeing other people right away but at some point it happens (I mean he’s a brooding handsome blonde, of course he draws attention c’mon) but iIf a girl starts getting attached, he shuts it down.

• The moment a girl says « I like you » or asks him personal questions, he’s done.

• Melody learns this the hard way. She tries to understand him, to fix him (I just know this girl didn’t drop it in college and when she heard he was single again, she gave it another go)

• But he shuts her down so brutally that she never tries again. She’s bitter about it, and they never speak again (fucking finally).

• He starts gaining a reputation as someone who is cold, distant.

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Year 2 of UL :  The Turning Point (where it goes wrong)

• Nathaniel has been feeling off for months, he just feels numb. Nothing went the way he wanted and his college years were not the new beginning he expected. He almost feels that it’s even worst than high school (because this time, he doesn’t even have a goal and certainly not one as simple as getting good grades and fill up paperwork for Mrs Shermansky)

• Which is why, after months of repressing everything, he snaps.

• He gets into his first fight at a party (Kim invites him to one as it was thrown by the sport club of Anteros, where a friend of hers is a member of) and it isn’t just about the drunk guy who provoked him.

• It’s about his father, his past, and every feeling he buried. Kim has front row seat to his crash out. But so do Alexy, Rosalya and Priya.

• He’s never felt anything like this before. There’s a thrill, the rush of finally fighting back. He feels guilty when he realises it but he wants to feel it again (it is the first time he’s felt something real in months)

• Some people are repulsed by his behaviour, some don’t understand it (like the old crew). Some guys, however, are impressed. And that’s how the mess starts (because I hate how the og script based all of his arc on some bad meeting in an alley, it seems too « easy » idk)

• Word spreads fast. He starts getting invites to more parties, meeting people who aren’t exactly students. The guys he meets are street-smart, reckless, and shady.

• They introduce him to gambling or other stuff, and eventually the world of small-time crime (and easy money).

• He starts running "small favours" for them (carrying things, keeping an eye on situations) He finds control in chaos.

• Unlike his family, unlike Candy, unlike his old friends, these people don’t expect him to be « good » (which he believes he isn't or not enough). They only expect him to be useful. And for the first time, he feels like he belongs somewhere.

• His fights become frequent (sometimes on campus), but strategic. He doesn’t fight just for the thrill anymore. He fights to prove something.

• His grades start slipping, but he doesn’t care.

• Girls start paying more attention to him, and he quickly realises: he can have anyone he wants. Even if it’s just for the night.

• Alexy, Rosalya, and Priya notice the change. He’s quieter, colder, and more distant. That’s when they start distancing themselves from him.

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Year 3 of UL : The Repercussions and Playboy Era

• Alexy and Rosalya have officially given up on him. Priya still wants to believe he’ll come back to his senses. 

• But he sees the way they avoid him on campus, the way they whisper when he walks by. Even Castiel’s look on him as change : it’s still sheer distaste and condescension but also something that vaguely looks like worry.

• He doesn’t care. (He does, but he pretends not to. He’s burned too many bridges.)

• Nathaniel proves himself to the shady guys he’s running with.

• He’s not just some dumb fighter, he’s smarter than this. He helps them plan better, avoid cops, and move things more discreetly. He likes the power and control he has over people now just as much as he enjoys the adrenaline rushes. 

• But at the same time, he knows he’s in too deep and it starts to scare him a bit.

• He argues with his mother over Amber’s health. He tells her she’s failing both her kids. The argument ends badly. His mother stops sending him money.

• Nathaniel officially cuts ties with his family (except for Amber).

• Kim is the only person he has left. She’s the only person he trusts. (And by association, Violette too, but she’s a bit scared of him even though she doesn’t believe he’s a bad person)

• He crashes at her place often, sometimes covered in bruises, sometimes just exhausted. She doesn’t push, doesn’t judge but she also doesn’t pity him.

• She reminds him of who he was before everything went to shit.

• By this point, most girls on campus know what he’s like. But some still try. They think they’ll be the one to fix him.

• They’re wrong (and they ended up heartbroken or ghosted, often both)

⸻

Year 4 of UL : Candy’s Return

• His reputation is set in stone now : He’s now known as a troublemaker. Even professors keep an eye on him (even though he hardly ever goes on campus if not for his frequent hookups) 

• The thrill of his activities isn’t enough anymore. His job is keeping him busy, but he feels hollow.

• But he keeps going because what else is there to do? What’s the point in doing anything else when everyone already turned their back on him ?

• When he sees Candy is that alley, he doesn’t expect her. He isn’t prepared. And when he sees her, it hits him like a punch to the gut. Especially in such circumstances (being harassed by two guys he knows and works with)

• He plays it cool. He smirks, acts like nothing’s changed (but he feels like he’s about to crash out). A part of him wants to push her away immediately. The other part? Wants her to stay.

• But he knows if she stays, she might see through him. And if she sees through him, she’ll see what he’s become. And he doesn’t want her to look at him like she’s disappointed.

• Alexy and Rosalya warn Candy about Nathaniel. They tell her he’s not the person she knew. Kim doesn’t warn her, but she tells Candy: “If you’re going to talk to him, don’t expect the boy from high school.” And he sure isn’t.

Nathaniel Intimacy Headcanons (High School Life)

N/A : There we go with an actual headcanon. It's SFW, even though there's some suggestive stuff (but we're all freaks and I'm tired of pretending we're not)

Enjoy my dears !

First, you can’t deny that in HSL, Nathaniel is one of the most gentle and attentive LI (behind Lysander since he’s still a bit emotionally unavailable, which is understandable when you know about his situation)

He’d pay a lot of attention to Candy’s needs, especially picking up on cues before she even needs to express it. He’s not big on big declarations but he’s totally the type to constantly asks if she’s comfortable or if she needs anything during intimate moments (sex or not, but ESPECIALLY during sex)

I mean, it’s kinda new for him and Candy so her well-being is his main priority but he also wants to make sure she’s enjoying it as much as he is. 

Which is why he doesn’t rush things (even though sometimes he might finds it hard to control himself, but he’s a disciplined guy in all aspects of his life) and there’s multiple reasons for that : he doesn’t want Candy to feel uncomfortable but he also wants to savour the warmth and closeness of their moments (never really had much of warmth in his life so who blames him ?)

Literally all for physical touch whether it’s kissing or holding hands, he doesn’t shy away from contact

And actually loves it when Candy does the same by running her fingers through his hair or tracing the lines of his face (or abs and chest if she’s feeling freaky or his arms and shoulders but he might need a bit of time to get used to it and appreciate it since… well we know that in HSL he doesn’t really like his arms).

He may shy away from having his arms or shoulders touched directly during intimate moments, but his vulnerability isn’t a due to a lack of attraction or affection (it’s more of a deep-rooted emotional wound that he hasn’t fully healed from yet)

Candy’s reassurance could help though, such as gently kissing his arms or letting herself go in his arms without drawing attention to his insecurity. It would help him feel safe, helping him let his guard down (just like she is)  in ways he hasn’t before.

He might be subtle about showing affection in school (like smiling at her across the classroom, holding her hand in the hallway, or leaving little notes for her in her locker) but in private he’s all hands. Big on cuddles or having Candy on his lap.

I’ve seen some headcanons about him being the small spoon but I feel like at that point in the story, that sounds out of character. He still believes he needs to be « strong » and wants to show Candy he’s someone she can rely on. And he was raised to be independent and cold so he HATES to be babied or anything because it makes him feel vulnerable and exposed.

During HSL, a lot of Candy and Nath’s intimate moments start with them sitting together at his flat, working on their homework or reading a book and then, it escalates. (How do you want him to focus on anything when Candy’s is right there, looking so focused and all)

He likes to take the lead, being the initiator of making out sessions as he likes to see how much she trusts him. He has a habit of pulling her close, like really close, a hand resting on her cheek while the other one wanders on her waist.

Not really the main focus of the request as I already went through that in another request, but as for Nathaniel’s kisses, I think every one writing about MCL (me included) agree that he’s the type to make it slow and sweet. He might start the kiss gently, just brushing Candy’s lips but it almost usually leads to something deeper (not like that you freaks. Well… maybe actually)

Another side of intimacy Nathaniel values is emotional intimacy. Let me explain.

Nathaniel definitely has a sapiosexual side because even though he does like some good looks, if there’s no brain to back it up, you won’t keep him interested for long (he’s an Aquarius so he needs intellectual stimulation. perhaps roleplay… WHO SAID THAT ?!)

And I know it might be a hot take considering Candy, in the game, sometimes makes the dumbest decisions but we count emotional intelligence as intelligence here. Because it is. I said so.

As I said in the beginning, he’s still a bit emotionally unavailable (nothing compared to UL but still)

But with Candy, he feels more free to open up and actually express himself. She’s proven that she’s not the type to judge or hold it against him which is new for him

Which is why sex isn’t entirely satisfying for him if there’s no emotional attachment/connection or aftercare afterward (which was probably why he was never satisfied in UL)

He’s very thoughtful about his words even though he might struggle with actually telling Candy how much she means to him. Therefore, he’s more likely to show it by listening to her rant or vent about whatever she has on her mind at that moment, trying to either cheer her up with words or simply listening without saying a word while he holds her close, arms wrapped around her.

He’s the type to sneak kisses in private or tease her (he knows how to make a suggestive comment look innocent, don’t trust his angelic face y’all) and even if she’s flustered, he enjoys seeing her blush.

Nathaniel is very respectful of Candy’s boundaries. If she’s not in the mood for physical intimacy, he’ll never push her. Instead, he’ll offer a hug or a kiss on the forehead. 

When Candy is stressed or feeling overwhelmed, Nathaniel will help her calm down with soothing words and gestures. He’ll offer her a massage if he sees her being hunched over her schoolwork for hours or if she simply looks tense.

I think it might also be good to mention that even though he himself struggles with words, he does need Candy to tell him things, to reassure him. He really enjoys when she’s telling him he’s attractive or handsome or that she’s enjoying him (especially during spicy moments, he really like when she praises him or when he can hear her and that’s a big turn on for him)

Hope you liked these little headcanons ! It's been so long since I've done this (and that's on me for pulling a two years' hiatus out of nowhere) that I almost feel like I forgot how to do it properly. But I guess, it's like riding a bike, right ?

Anyway, I'm still digging old requests back to the surface but the big news is that the requests are now open again !

We're definitely back and hopefully this time I won't disappear (I feel like I've been through enough trials and tribulations for a lifetime so now I finally feel like I can catch a break). The past two years have been literally insane but I'm starting to think it was for the better as I feel better today that I ever been and I found back my love for writing.

Not to be too sentimental but if you're still here and active after all this time : Thank you, you probably don't realise how much it means to me (just like the comments some of you left on my posts that really cheered me up during those dark times).

Episode 33 HSL- Serendipity

N/A : Yes, this request is from two years ago. Yes, I disappeared. But also yes, I'm back to serve again. Not headcanons but a whole scene (I just felt inspired to finish this as it was in my drafts for literally ages, hope you don't mind love !)

The hide-and-seek game had been a complete mess—just as expected—but undeniably fun. Even those who were reluctant at first ended up enjoying it. Now, the group had settled in the living room, where the scent of freshly baked pizza lingered in the air. Laughter and chatter filled the space as Iris set up the table.

Armin was the first to grab a slice, taking a big bite before his eyes widened in surprise. "Damn, you guys really nailed this !" he exclaimed, clearly impressed.

Nathaniel chuckled beside him while Iris beamed proudly. Still, there was something off about her smile. Candy noticed but didn’t dwell on it—especially after what happened in Iris’s room earlier. No need to revisit that. Lysander sat quietly, as usual, observing rather than actively engaging. Castiel and Priya tried to pull him into their conversation, but he was perfectly content just watching everything unfold.

The pizza disappeared quickly, as did the drinks. As Nathaniel refilled his glass of punch, Melody’s voice cut through the room. "Nathaniel, I think you should be careful…"

He sighed, his patience thinning. "Please, Melody. You’re not my mother."

Castiel smirked, barely containing his laughter. Melody pursed her lips, clearly offended. Priya, lightly smacked Castiel’s arm. "You’re insufferable." "Thank you." He shot back with a grin.

Meanwhile, Alexy and Rosalya had Kentin cornered. "You need to come shopping with us." Rosalya insisted. "There is nothing wrong with my clothes! Quit it already!" Kentin huffed. "There’s everything wrong with your clothes," Rosa deadpanned.

Alexy nodded dramatically. "You look like you stepped straight out of a ‘Join the Force Now!’ ad." He tapped his chin thoughtfully. "Which is... not ideal. You’re lucky you’re cute."

Kentin turned red. "Ohhh, look at him blushing!" Rosa teased. "Guys, drop it. Seriously." Kentin muttered, embarrassed.

Armin, from across the room, grinned. "Yeah, leave him alone, Alex, or we’ll put you in time-out."

Alexy gasped in mock betrayal. "Oh, look at that! My own blood turning against me!"

The group burst into laughter. As the noise died down, Iris turned to Priya. "So… what game did you pick for the rest of the night?"

Priya took a slow sip of her drink, letting the suspense build before smirking. "How about… Truth or Dare?"

Castiel snorted. "Geez, Miss Ninja, didn’t expect you to be that predictable."

Nathaniel frowned. "Are we sure this is a good idea?"

"I agree with Nathaniel!" Melody chimed in almost instantly. "We should pick something else."

Nathaniel sighed. "That’s… not what I said."

Melody’s expression faltered as she lowered her head awkwardly.

Armin threw an arm around Nathaniel’s shoulders. "C’mon, man, don’t be scared. We’ll totally go easy on you, right, guys?"

"Yeah, totally." Castiel said, grinning wickedly.

Nathaniel pinched the bridge of his nose. "Of course you will."

The laughter picked up again. Then, to everyone’s surprise, a soft voice cut through the noise.

"I think it’s a good idea."

The room went silent.

Violette’s face flushed under the sudden attention, but she kept going. "It’s… a good way to get to know each other better, right?"

Candy smiled. "You’re absolutely right, Violette. It’ll be fun !"

"See? Even Violette’s in. It’s settled, then!" Alexy declared. "Let’s set up the game!"

After quickly tidying up the living room, they moved toward the patio, ready for whatever chaos was about to unfold.

The group settled on the patio, sitting on the floor, forming a loose circle as the night air buzzed with anticipation. Someone—probably Alexy—had grabbed an empty bottle from the table, placing it at the center.

"Alright, folks, rules are simple," Priya announced, leaning back on her hands. "Spin the bottle. If it lands on you, you pick truth or dare. No backing out."

"I’m still not sure about this…" Nathaniel muttered, arms crossed.

"And yet, here you are." Castiel shot back with a smirk.

Nathaniel rolled his eyes, but before he could retort, Alexy clapped his hands. "Let the real party begin!" He spun the bottle with a dramatic mouvement.

It slowed… wobbled… then landed on Kentin.

"Oh, hell no." Kentin muttered.

"Oh, hell yes!" Alexy grinned. "Truth or dare?"

Kentin hesitated, glancing around like a cornered animal. Castiel was already watching him with a smug expression. "…Truth." he finally said, crossing his arms.

Alexy tapped his chin. "Hmm. What’s something you used to hate but secretly like now?"

Kentin exhaled, relieved. "Oh. That’s not bad. Uh…" He hesitated. "I guess… shopping?"

Rosalya straighten up in second. "I knew it!"

"No, no, no, don’t get any ideas! It’s just… kinda nice to pick out stuff that actually fits, okay?" He shot a look at Castiel, who was smirking. "Don’t say a word."

"I didn’t say anything," Castiel said, amused. "You do you."

Kentin spun the bottle quickly to move on. It landed on Lysander. He blinked, unbothered. "Truth."

Priya tilted her head, studying him. "What’s a dream you’ve never told anyone about?"

Lysander considered this for a moment, his fingers resting against his chin. "I’ve always thought it would be interesting to live somewhere remote. In the country, maybe. Somewhere quiet, with no distractions. Just time to write."

There was a pause before Rosalya gasped dramatically. "Really ? I thought you didn’t like the country ?"

Lysander chuckled and shrugged. "I don’t dislike it. It’s just… I like the calm."

Rosalya nodded, not expecting that while Castiel shot him a curious look, his brow furrowing. The game continued, the bottle spinning, laughter echoing into the night.

Then it landed on Nathaniel.

Everyone turned to him expectantly.

"…Dare." he said, cautiously.

Armin’s eyes lit up with mischief. "I dare you to take off a piece of clothing."

Nathaniel stiffened. "Are you serious?"

"Very."

The group immediately started cheering and whistling. "Rules are rules, Nath." Priya grinned.

"Calm down, you can take off a sock." Castiel mocked.

"What makes you think I’m not calm ?" He plainly answered. 

 Without even a moment of hesitation,  Nathaniel reached for the hem of his shirt with an uncharacteristic smirk, pulling it off in one smooth motion.

There was a beat of silence.

Then—

"Ooooh, look at Mr Perfect over here!" Alexy teased, raising an eyebrow.

Rosalya smirked. "Not bad, Nathaniel."

Candy couldn’t help but look, even though she turned down her gaze quickly before anyone noticed.

Melody, however, was frozen. Her eyes locked on Nathaniel’s bare torso like she had just witnessed some divine revelation.

Armin noticed immediately. His lips curled into a grin as he leaned toward her. "Melody, you okay there?"

Melody blinked rapidly, snapping out of it. "What?! Yes! I mean—I wasn’t—um—"

Armin snorted. "You’re basically drooling on the table."

Melody shrieked. "I AM NOT—"

The entire group howled with laughter as Melody buried her face in her hands, calling Armin an idiot.

Nathaniel, meanwhile, just sighed, grabbing his shirt back. "Can we move on now? Oh, and can I put it back or am I supposed to stay half naked for the rest of the game ?"

Alexy and Armin snorted in sync. "Ohhh, look at him he’s asking for permission !"

"Adorable."

"You guys are hilarious." Nathaniel said, deadpan. He put back his shirt in a swift motion. he couldn’t help but notice Melody, who was trying her best to avoid looking at him. Good. He spun the bottle one more time. It landed on Castiel.

"Oh, this is too easy," Rosalya said, rubbing his chin. "I dare you to go five minutes without insulting anyone."

Castiel looked personally offended.

"You can’t be serious," he scoffed.

"Oh, I’m very serious," Rosalya grinned. "Five minutes. No insults."

The entire group turned to Castiel expectantly.

"…Fine."

For the first thirty seconds, everything was fine.

Then Kentin grinned. "So, Castiel, what do you think of Nathaniel’s new style?"

Castiel twitched. His jaw clenched. Everyone held their breath.

"…It’s fine," he gritted out.

"Ohhh, you are struggling," Rosalya teased.

Castiel’s eye twitched.

"I mean, it’s still better than the whole emo boy outf—" Alexy added.

"God, shut up, Alexy."

The group howled with laughter. Nathaniel smirked. "That lasted one minute."

Castiel groaned. "That was a dumb dare anyway."

The bottle spun again, the game in full swing now. But as laughter filled the patio, Iris’s phone buzzed again.She glanced down at the screen, her smile faltering slightly before she quickly turned it face-down.

Candy, sitting beside her, noticed the change in her expression. Something about it felt… off. Since the beginning of the evening, she was glued on her phone and whoever was texting her seemed to really want to catch her attention. But before she could say anything, Alexy groaned.

"Iris ! We’re playing! Phone. Away." He reached over playfully as if to take it from her.

Iris let out a small awkward laugh, rolling her eyes. "Fine, fine!" With a quick motion, she turned it off and set it aside.

"Much better," Alexy declared, satisfied. "Now, back to the game."

The bottle spun, slowing until it landed on Priya.

She smirked, crossing her arms. "Dare."

"Ooooh, bold," Armin grinned. "Alright, let’s see… I dare you to kiss the next person the bottle lands on. »

Violette looked at him, surprised. She probably didn’t expect the game to take such a turn.

Priya raised an eyebrow, unimpressed. "That’s it?"

"Hey, I could’ve been way worse," Armin defended. "Just wait until you see who it is."

With that, she spun the bottle. The group leaned in, watching as it slowed… and stopped on Iris. A brief silence weighted on the patio.

Iris froze, her cheeks immediately turning pink. "O-Oh."

"Oh, this just got interesting," Castiel grinned.

Alexy and Rosalya gasped dramatically, exchanging delighted looks, while Candy had to bite back a laugh at Iris’s stunned expression. Armin looked way too pleased with himself and shot a look at Nathaniel who was smirking.

Lysander, Violette, and Kentin, meanwhile, looked a little unsure how to react and Melody looked downright scandalised.

Priya, completely unbothered, turned to Iris with an easy smile. "So, what do you say?"

Iris swallowed, fidgeting. The attention on her was a lot, but… backing down wasn’t really an option. She took a breath. "A dare’s a dare, right?"

The group let out a mix of cheers and nervous laughter. With a small, nervous laugh of her own, Iris leaned in. The kiss was quick— yet Priya kissed her with as much delicacy as sensuality—but by the time she pulled away, Iris entire face was red.

"That wasn’t so bad, was it?" Priya teased, winking.

Iris covered her face. « Haha, no... You're, um, a good kisser.»

"Thanks, Iris." Priya answered with a smile. She did not seem flustered at all.

" Are we interrupting ?  Should we leave the room ?" Alexy teased.

"Stop it !" Iris hurriedly spun the bottle, trying to escape the moment as the game continued.

Candy couldn’t help but smile. The bottle spun, twirling rapidly before slowing to a stop—Armin. A wicked grin spread across everyone’s faces. Armin immediately raised his hands in surrender. "Okay, hold on. Let’s not get carried away—"

"Ohhh no, no, no," Rosalya cut in, crossing her arms. "You’ve been a menace this whole game, it’s only fair we return the favour."

Armin groaned. "I regret nothing."

"Yet," Castiel smirked.

Nathaniel, grinned at his friend, cracking his knuckles. "Alright, dare or dare?"

"That’s not how this works,"Armin deadpanned.

"Dare it is then," Priya grinned. "And we dare you… to do a dramatic love confession to the person on your right."

Armin glanced to his right and—

Violette.

The room stopped.

"No way," Alexy gasped between chuckles. "This is good."

Violette’s face instantly turned a deep shade of red, and her hands shot up defensively. "Wait—no, that’s not—"

"Too late," Castiel said, enjoying every second.

Armin, completely undeterred, took a deep breath. He straightened himself up like he was about to deliver a Shakespearean soliloquy. Then, with an exaggerated flair, he placed one hand over his heart and held Violette’s hand dramatically with the other.

"Violette," he began, voice trembling with mock emotion. "From the very first moment our eyes met, I knew… I knew that this—this connection was unlike anything I had ever felt before."

Violette’s face was so red now, it could’ve been mistaken for a tomato. "Um. Armin you’re not -"

"No!" Armin dramatically cut her off, ignoring her protest. "The way your voice shimmers like a melody, the way you blush at the smallest compliment, the way your kindness is as gentle as a breeze on a spring day..."

Violette was definitely about to explode with embarrassment, hands fidgeting in her lap. "Stop it, Armin, you’re making it worse—"

"I can’t stop, Violette," Armin continued, going full tirade now. "I am compelled to speak my truth. You are the sun to my moon, the coffee to my morning, the—"

"Armin!" Priya finally cut him off, her breath short from laughing. "This is too much!"

But Armin wasn’t stopping. He dropped to one knee in front of her, completely committed. "Violette, I cannot live another day without telling you—will you—"

“NO! What-”

The room was losing it. Alexy was wiping away tears from laughing so hard. Rosalya was clapping in approval. Castiel had his head buried in his hands, laughing at the pure chaos unfolding. Even Nathaniel was loosing it.

Armin finally leaned in closer, eyes wide with fake sincerity. "Violette, I’m not asking for your hand in marriage yet… but would you, perhaps, grace me with your affection and—"

Violette, horrified and panicking, quickly took her hand off his while Alexy grabbed a pillow from the couch and shoved it right into Armin’s face. "Leave her alone now !"

Armin yelped in surprise, falling backward onto the floor, still laughing. "Worth it," he said between gasps of air.

The rest of the group was howling with laughter, even Violette, despite her face being nearly as red as Castiel's hair.

"I’m so sorry." Armin dramatically apologised to her, laughing.

"Yeah, we all are," Alexy quipped, still laughing.

Armin sat up, still grinning like the troublemaker he was. "Alright, alright. I’m done… for now."

Candy was laughing too, shaking her head. "That was definitely one of the best ones yet."

The bottle was spun again, and everyone’s attention shifted, but one thing was clear: no one would never hear the end of this party yet.

Hey, so... How are you guys doing ? It's been a bit longer than expected since I posted but we're back... I guess ? I came back from the dead (and I am not even exaggerating that's exactly how it feels like). I'll reopen the requests soon, we need to keep fandom alive because I go for only hihi two years and I come back to see that New Gen is a fcking mess. And that makes me nostalgic of when MCL was actually pure vibes...

By the way, I read below that you were busy with college exams, I hope they are over now and you are free of this Hell. If unfortunately not, my condolences, but good luck.

Anyway, my request is very simple: based on my bad night, since I woke up because of a nightmare... I wanted to see Candy waking up in shock, because of a horrible nightmare, and her first reaction is to call her boyfriend to try to calm down. Oh, it could be on HSL.

The HSL Boys' reaction to Candy having a nightmare

N/A : Hiii ! Thank you for being so sweet, it means a lot ! I feel horrible that you had to wait so long for your request to be done but there we are. I hope you like it still ! (Also I hope your nightmare wasn't too bad and I wish you nothing but sweet dreams darling) 💕

𝙽𝚊𝚝𝚑𝚊𝚗𝚒𝚎𝚕 : 

Nathaniel can be a light or heavy sleeper according to how tired he is 

Yet, if Candy starts speaking, crying or even screaming in her sleep, that’s more than enough to wake him up with a little fright 

Now, depending on how intense and how affected Candy seemed to be by said nightmare, he’d start shaking her up immediately and would probably freaks out a bit if she’s yelling in her sleep or if she can’t stop crying

If it’s not that terrible, he’ll try to gently pull her close and caress her hair, hoping that this should be enough to comfort her and allow her to sleep more peacefully 

But if he doesn’t hear her and  it’s Candy waking him up, give him a few second and he’ll handle the situation (I have the feeling that Nathaniel is easy to wake up in the way that his brain is functional straight up after being awoken and slay honestly, that couldn’t be me)

(or if Candy’s calling him in the middle of the night on his phone, he’ll be woken up by the ringing, which according to Nath’s personality is probably the most basic one, without offense. You know the Apple default wake up alarm ? Surely it is that one and oh boy, if there’s a top ten of the things you don’t want to hear in the middle of the night it’s totally one. I would personally rank it above the sound of a demonic entity, that how much I can’t stand it anymore) 

He’ll listen to Candy rant about her nightmare (whether irl or on the phone) and would try his best to reassure 

He’d avoid saying basic things like « it was just a bad dream » because yes, that’s the point, it was that bad. So instead of trying to diminish the things he’d try to be more focus on validating her like « I understand why you were so scared » (even if the nightmare was about something he’s not afraid of) or « Do you want to keep talking or you’d rather if we talk about something else ? » (And he’s ready to talk about anything you like if it can bring peace to your mind)

(If Candy’s calling him, he gets a certain feeling of pride washing over him, even if she’s waking him up in the middle of night it doesn’t matter, he feels great about being the person she thinks of when she needs to be comforted. And it makes sense since it’s who Candy is to him as well)

If it happened while she was staying over and if she can’t stop crying, doesn’t want to talk about the nightmare and no matter how many hugs and sweet words he offers her seemed to make her feel better, he’ll get up and go get a glass of water and Blanche (because every time he feels down, petting and cuddling with her makes him feel better so bring the cat, maybe it’ll work for Candy too) or if they’re on a call, he’ll FaceTime so she can see Blanche

He doesn’t mind staying up until late if she doesn’t want to go back to sleep right away even if they got to go to school the next day (he’s used to be sleep deprived anyway with the amount of all-nighter he pulls to study so don’t worry he can handle it)

𝙻𝚢𝚜𝚊𝚗𝚍𝚎𝚛 : 

Honestly, Lysander sleeps like a baby most of the time, which means he is neither a heavy or light sleeper and he doesn’t get nightmares that often (or when he does, it mostly sad ones and it’s understandable since he went through some major loss in his life. He might also get nightmares where he gets hit by a car since it happened to him and there’s some trauma that went along with it)

But the fact that this happens so rarely to him can explain why he doesn’t know how to right away to comfort Candy went she going through it

No matter the nightmare, even if it doesn’t seem to be an awful one, he’ll wake her up. Just in case

He wouldn’t say much though and simple take her in his arms, planting kisses on the top of her head and try to lull her 

He wants her to know that she’s safe so he rather acting on it instead of trying to find words that would probably end up sounding absurd 

If he receive a call from Candy in the middle of the night, it’d wake him up but also got him confused since it’s pretty unusual for her to call him at this hour without warning

He’d freak out a little because of it 

When Candy tells him about it, he’ll be more focused on why she felt so scared rather than the thing itself (if that makes sense ? It’s like, if we found the root of the problem then we can get rid of it instead of just trying to make her feel better temporarily)

If Candy and him are physically together in this situation, he’ll get up and invite her to do the same so they can improvise make hot chocolate or simply some tea 

They’d have to be quiet though because chances are that Leigh is sleeping in his room

If he sees that talking about the nightmare doesn’t help, he’ll try to distract Candy by telling her about stories (probably little myths and legends from where he is from that could be comforting since Lysander is a countryside boy. Idk if that’s the case everywhere, but from where I am from, there’s plenty of little tales like that and I can totally picture our boy paying interest to them)

Or he would tell her stories about his childhood on the farm (because even though he kinda stopped having nightmares as he grew up, when he was little it was an other story)

Overall, he’s very calm and that itself is reassuring and comforting. Also he emphasises on the point that he’s glad Candy woke him up as she could never burden him and it makes him happy to be there for her as the romantic man he is 

𝙰𝚛𝚖𝚒𝚗 :

The only reason Armin wouldn’t be up in the middle of the night is because Candy is staying over and he went to bed with her 

Otherwise, he’s up all night playing games, watching animes or googling the most random things ever (you know these questions you ask yourself at 3AM and even though having the answer to it will not change anything to your life but you feel like you have to know ? Happens to him all the time. It makes me think, could he have ADHD ? Perhaps, but he surely got some symptoms even if he doesn’t)

Also, he’s a heavy sleeper so he might not hear Candy having a nightmare unless it’s getting loud and his reaction to it : panickkk

He’d just cluelessly shake her up because what else is he supposed to do ? 

Unlike (his bestie) Nathaniel, his mind does take some time to be functional after waking up so he’s confused, Candy’s confused (and scared/shocked), everyone’s confused, it’s a mess

The brief conversation they had before Armin gets to pull himself together is absolutely chaotic because of it (like Candy is absolutely terrified and he’s just like « huh ??? What ??? WHAT IS IT ?? »)

They’d sit up in bed and he’ll listen to Candy explaining what had happened and he finally gets it (why do I feel Armin is the slow friend ? Also completely out of topic but I’ve been rewatching some Buzzfeed Unsolved episodes and am I the only one that can imagine Shane and Ryan’s dynamic as Armin and Nath’s ? Like Shane as Armin and Nath as Ryan. Ok, that was not the request but I needed to say it)

I think his first reflex would be to go grab something to eat. And since the twins’ parents seem to be the coolest, I bet their house never lacks snacks (I’m envious). 

Armin raiding his parents’ kitchen at every opportunity he got is basically canon at this point

I feel like Armin’s way of comforting people is by trying to make them laugh so when Candy tells the whole with more detail he’d comment on it just to have a little giggle out of her 

He might very well ask her if she wants to play a video game or watch a movie (maybe a Ghibli one because they’re the epitome of comfort and no one can argue about this. Yes, I am a big fan of Ghibli movies)

In the end, Armin is the perfect guy when it comes to lighten up the mood and even though he’s not sure about how you should comfort someone properly, he manages to do an excellent job and Candy’s nightmare feels far away now as he so easily put a smile on her face (and he does so by simply existing, what a flex)

Now if he receives a phone call from Candy and that she’s isn’t by his side, he immediately picks up because as I said, he pulls all-nighters all the time so chances are that he isn’t asleep 

He’d FaceTime her right away and overall, he’d act the same way except that he can’t raid the kitchen for her on this one 

𝙲𝚊𝚜𝚝𝚒𝚎𝚕 : 

He’s a heavy sleeper, no questions asked. Even worse than Armin so once again, for him to be woke up by Candy having a nightmare, she got to be very loud or to wake him up herself 

And if she does, she’ll scare the shit out of him because he was unprepared and he needs time to collect his thoughts when emerging from his slumber (I feel like coma would be a more appropriate word lol)

Which is why if Candy calls him after a nightmare he might not hear his phone ring (or that could also be like this guy constantly leaves his phone on « Do Not Disturb » because guess what ? Most of the time, he do not want to be disturbed by anyone or anything - even though Candy’s the exception because he’s whipped but that’s a whole other story)

But if he sees that he missed the call in the morning, be absolutely certain that he’ll feel terrible (even more when Candy tells him about why she called him because he’ll deny to death but he would have loved to play the white knight and be the shoulder she can lean on during tough times. Metaphorically in this scenario but still, he’s much more of a romantic that he likes to admit)

Yet, if by any chances he wasn’t asleep, he’ll catch the call and he’d be confused and worry at the moment he hears Candy being so upset 

He’d be like « c’mon little girl, take a deep breath, it’s okay » (and since it’s late he has his tone affected by tiredness that makes his voice more deep and calm. Idk if you can picture it but I think there’s a difference in people’s voice according to what time of the day it is and I think that « night voice » exist)

Surprisingly, Castiel handles the situation really well. He’s calm and composed which is obviously the best attitude to adopt when trying to reassure someone 

Whether it’s on the phone or in person, he’ll let out some sweet words, even gets a little cheesy dare I say and would tell her how much he loves her as he sees how that calms her down (don’t mention his cheesiness afterwards though because otherwise he’ll never allow himself to be so open about his feelings with you and next time you need to be comforted, GET COMFORTED ON YOUR OWN. That’s what you get if you make fun of him - but why would you when he’s being so sweet though ?)

If Candy is by his side in this scenario, he’ll shelter her in his arms, hold her tight to keep her grounded and will gently rub her skin, hoping that the repetitive movement helps her to calm down

Now if it’s not enough, he’ll ask her if she wants to get up (and that means a lot coming from him because he’s probably exhausted) and go get some water or even go on his little terrasse for a few minutes to enjoy the refreshing air of night 

He might not say much since his mind isn’t the clearest at this precise moment (doesn’t know what to say) but he makes up with his touch and by carefully listening to Candy as she tells him all about the nightmare and as goes done from the adrenaline rush caused by the fear

Could bring Demon if she wants to (Animals are the best emotional support, I’ll never let go of this idea)

𝙺𝚎𝚗𝚝𝚒𝚗 : 

Kentin is a light sleeper but it wasn’t always the case. It started when he arrived at the military school and his « comrades » used to pull pranks on him while he was sleeping. Therefore, he kinda has this habit of sleeping with an eye open one might say (when you think about it, it’s basically ptsd and that is tragic. But Kentin’s a tragic character in a way and that is unfortunately pretty much overlooked)

When hears Candy sobbing, talking or even screaming (if so his reflex will be kicking in and he’s now wide awake ready to fight the threat. He’s too sweet and too pure), he starts by waking her up and before asking anything, he cups her face and try to make sure she knows she awake

He wants her to know that whatever nightmare she was having, no matter how terrible, it is now over and she’s completely safe by his side 

He’d dry her tears, trying to help go back to a steady breathing and only when she’s a bit calmed down, he’ll ask about what happened 

I feel like Kentin is good at dealing with nightmares for the sole reason that he has them often and a lot himself. Considering what he’s been through and how much he repressed his feelings, it makes sense and honestly he deserves better

He’ll make Candy sit up and hold his hand while he listens.

He’ll try to hide his glistening eyes since he doesn’t want Candy to think she’s making him sad but he can’t help it.

We know how much he cares about her so seeing her upset is enough to make him upset as well 

If Candy’s calling him instead, he was probably asleep but as soon as he heard his phone ringing, he picked up (he was awoken by the singular alarm he picked for Candy)

He’s frustrated he can’t be there with her but he also feels pride swelling in his chest. The idea of Candy counting on him to calm her down in this situation makes him feel like a big boy lol

He might FaceTime or not, depending on if she wants to see him or just hearing his voice

He doesn’t mind staying on the phone all night if it’s with Candy. Therefore she can take all her time to talk about her nightmare or anything really because he’s not bothered by it in the slightest 

If they’re at his place, he’ll reveal his secret stash of cookies and will offer some to Candy (sweet boy)

There we go ! I hope it's not that bad but I've been gone for so long (much more than I expected, sorry again about that) I felt like I am rusting. Do not be surprised if you see some edits on the posts in the future (idk if I am satisfied with it or not, I got the feeling that I could do better).

Also I really went big on the personal thoughts on that one and it's probably because I am loosing my mind (because yes I started a summer job and it's in a factory. Your girl is making nuggets for basically eight hours straight and has to wake up at 4 AM in the week to do so. And each time I wonder WHO SENT ME THERE ? and the answer is me because we live in a capitalistic society and I have bills to pay now that I am a big girl.) But Live laugh love as they say 💀(who really says that though?)

Domestic Life with Rayan

N/A : This took a little while to write, sorry you had to wait dear !

Warning : NSFW under the cut

Goes to the Cosy Bear Café every morning before heading to Anteros Academy to have a little chat with Candy and enjoy a cup of coffee with her (also if she needs to and that he has the time to do so, he helps her to put the tables outside)

Sometimes, when he’s done with his classes of the day, he comes to the Café and sit in corner, sipping on a drink, while he’s preparing his next classes, grading some of his students’s essays or simply reading a book

He always order something different to drink because he wants to try everything Candy put on the menu

Grocery shopping with Rayan is so funny because he has his little list and it always begins with him following it diligently but he’ll always end up wandering around the aisles (and Candy looses him in the supermarket)

He and Candy often end up buying everything but what’s on the list lmao

Loves perfumed candles, there’s dozen in their apartment (I JUST KNOW THIS, and if Candy looses him during grocery shopping, he's probably picking up some)

He likes cleaning days  and he’s very particular about the cleaning products he uses (once again he spends so much time in the supermarket choosing them)

He often puts on jazz or (modern) classical music in the background while he’s working or reading 

He knows all the tea about the neighbours and he shares it with Candy (he’s very good at small talk and at connecting with people, therefore my man end up being told everything that’s going on in the building lol)

Likes doing online shopping with Candy (whether it’s for him or her)

Watching documentaries (documentaries on Ancient Greece or just historical documentaries in general and that’s just a personal intake ‘cause I love these lol)  together while cuddling on the couch with Rayan combing her fingers through Candy’s hair

Actually, loves playing with Candy’s hair when they’re cuddling

Random compliments all the time (like complimenting her outfit or just tell her that she’s the most beautiful woman he met)

naps together became a habit, especially during more stressful times of the year

also sleeps in on Sundays and would probably make a brunch with Candy afterward

Rayan wearing his glasses when he reads or when he’s on his computer and Candy going feral because of this (sorry but the illustration of him for that Valentine’s Day event, LORD HAVE MERCY)

He’s often the one that organises the dates : he love trying new restaurant and I think he likes gastronomic cuisine since he finds it as tasty as it is pretty 

He also likes the kind of dates that allow him and Candy to show their creative side (like the date in one of the Valentine’s Day event where they went to a workshop to make perfume, that was so sweet btw) 

He likes to go out with Candy whenever they can but he also enjoys when they stay home together for some quality time

𝙽𝚂𝙵𝚆 :

Castiel, Rayan & Nathaniel’s reactions to Candy being injured 

N/A : It wasn’t specified in the request in which season of MCL this was supposed to happen so I chose UL (and while I was writing it, I wanted to include Rayan and Nathaniel). I hope this is okay and that you like it anon !

𝙲𝚊𝚜𝚝𝚒𝚎𝚕 :

As we know, Castiel is often very busy in UL (which was a shame because it kept us from spending quality time with him in the game for most episodes)

Therefore, he doesn’t have much time to spend with Candy (as I just said lol)

His reaction could depend on whether him and Candy are dating at this point or not but in my opinion, it wouldn’t matter much 

It’s obvious that Castiel has a soft spot for Candy no matter what, right ? 

When he hears about Candy being injured, his brain just stop 

He’s a bit in shock as he didn’t expect this and he’d ask immediately what happened 

Then he’d rush to see her, wherever she is (if she’s in the hospital for instance, you can be sure that this boy basically jumped in his car)

He’d feel awful seeing Candy in pain and he’d feel even more awful because he knows he’s often not available for her

Really he’d be mad at himself because he realises that it needed for Candy to get injured for him to clear his schedule and go see her 

He’d promise her that from now on, he’d make more room for their relationship and for her in his life 

Starting by cancelling everything he had planned for the next few days so he could stay by her side 

At this point, he wouldn’t care much if his manager or even the members of the band are pissed at him because yes, his career is important to him but not as much as Candy is 

Also, he knows that if it was him who got injured, Candy wouldn’t have hesitated twice to do so, hence it’s the least he can do

Honestly, he’d take good care of her and would absolutely do anything she asks 

She needs a glass of water ? Give him two-seconds and he’s back with one. She wants to eat or get something but can’t do it herself ? My boy is already on his way

If she got injured because of a domestic accident or anything, he’d tease her a bit about how clumsy and careless she is (that would depend on the gravity of the injury of course)

If it is because she ended up getting involved in Nathaniel’s business while trying to help him, he’s mad af

He’d ask her to stop trying to help this bitch (his words not mine) and tell her to stay away from him (when I say « ask » it’s putting it mildly because the truth is that he basically forbid her to do so and he’d feel guilty about it later as he doesn’t want Candy to think he’s trying to control her. He’s just very worried and he knows that she doesn’t go half way when it comes to help a friend so he’s scared that it could go even worse)

But in the end, they both end up helping Nath somehow so that didn’t work so well, lol

However, he wouldn’t tell Candy about it but he definitely went looking for Nathaniel at some point (and it’s not a declaration of love he yelled at him, as you probably assumed)

𝚁𝚊𝚢𝚊𝚗 :

He would hear about it through Chani

Whether she came to him to justify Candy’s absence for the past classes or whether he asked her himself, that’s how he’d hear about the news

He’d try to keep his composure as Chani briefly explains him the situation and would try to act as any teacher would 

But we know that him and Candy share more than your average teacher-student relationship 

He’d try to wait for his classes to be over to reach out to Candy but he’ll end up cancelling them (and he’d get sermoned by Director Cullan once again but this is the least of his worries for now)

I mean understand him, this probably brought up to the surface some traumatic memories

He already lost in wife in a mall shooting, imagining something happening to Candy is unbearable to him 

He doesn’t want to go through this a second time and not knowing exactly  how she is has been eating him up all day 

Yes because he couldn’t really ask Chani for much details since it would have been suspicious (and he didn’t know that Chani already kinda guessed about their relationship but anyway)

If she’s in the hospital, he’d go see her (but he wouldn’t know what to tell to the receptionist. Like is he supposed to introduce himself as her boyfriend or ?)

But no matter what, he’ll make his way to Candy (even if it cost him to lie and say he was her father, which made the receptionist looked at him weirdly like « you look a bit young to have a grown-ass daughter ??? » but it doesn’t matter, she let him pass whatsoever)

He’d be relieved when seeing Candy and even more knowing that she’s going to be fine

He wouldn’t want to come across as too pushy, especially since she seemed to have been through a hard time (no shit Sherlock) but he’d still ask her to tell him what happened 

If it’s a domestic incident, it’d be alright, he’d take care of Candy as much as he can (let’s not forget that, officially, she’s just a student of his) and would make some arrangements for Candy to receive the classes she missed, and the ones she’s going to miss, online (he’d take care to warn the other teachers about her being incapable to attend their classes and it’d save Candy from having to spend countless email, lucky girl)

If it’s because of Nathaniel, she’d have to tell him the whole story and he’d insist for her to do so. Like if she was assaulted, he’d want her to press charges so that the police take care of it. But if she tells him that she can’t because it’d get one of her friends in trouble, he’d be like « excuse me what ? »

So she’d better tell him because he really don’t get it. How could one of her friends let her get in this situation ??

When he hears the whole story, he’d urge Candy not to get involved further and advise her to completing cut ties with Nathaniel 

But he wouldn’t impose it on her because he knows he has no right (and if she tells him that she can’t give up on her friend, you can be sure that this situation is going to worry him every single day from now on)

Give this man a break pls

𝙽𝚊𝚝𝚑𝚊𝚗𝚒𝚎𝚕 :

- If it happened because of his «  job » (and let’s say it is because I want the angst y’all), saying that he feels bad wouldn’t reflect even in the slightest how he actually feels

He’d be completely shocked and he probably never hated himself more than at this moment 

(And we know he’s already not big on self-love lol. Ok,  that’s sad, I shouldn’t laugh about that, my bad)

Bonus point if Candy got injured with him seeing it or not so far (ok let’s not do that, this would be actually way too sad omg)

But if he wasn’t there at the time, as soon as he hears about it, he’s running miles to go check on her

He’d have to make sure she’s ok or that at least, she’s going to be fine before being able to think of anything else

When he’d see her, he’d be completely silent and would be waiting for the moment where she tells him that she wants him to get tf out of her life 

He’d be so ready for it happen that he can feel some tears threatening to fall down (bbg no)

Imagine his shock when Candy’s actually glad or relieved to see him (if she’s at the hospital and according to what kind of injury she has, she’d probably on painkiller so girly would be happy about anything lol. If you have ever been hospitalised, you know what I am talking about)

If you thought this would make him feel better, you’re wrong. He’d feel even worse because now he’s like « I don’t deserve her » (and he probably felt this way even before the accident/assault/whatever because we know that his self-esteem isn’t at its highest during UL, but now it’s x2)

I’d like to say that he’d stay by her side no matter what but let’s be honest : Nathaniel’s defence and coping mechanism is running away from any issue and hardship he faces (luckily he grows out of it by the end of UL)

So Amber (or Kim ?) would end up being the intermediary between Nathaniel and Candy 

Because even if he’s not around, be sure that he’s constantly asking for news about her (and whether it’s Amber or Kim, they’d be tireddd because bffr Nath, just go yourself)

And he’d want to go himself but he wants to find a solution before (which is why I believe that he’d get involved with the police even quicker if something like that had happened)

You can be certain that this won’t happen again and he’d won’t let this slide either 

He’d finally go to Candy after making an arrangement with Eric to tell her that he’s going to fix everything and that he’ll become someone she deserves to be with 

Afterwards, he’d keep an eye on her anytime, everywhere 

(If you remember, in episode 2 of UL, if Candy refuses to let him walk her home, he follows her to make sure she’d make it safe and sound. Well, now every time he spots her in town, going back to the campus on her own , he’d do the same. He basically her hound dog)

I’d love to write some prompts with this scenario because y’all the potential for angst with this damn (there weren’t that much of it in the game somehow)

I hope you guys liked it !

Kisses with Lysander - HSL

N/A : Hii ! thanks for your support darling, here's your request, I hope you like it 💕

𝙷𝚘𝚠 𝚊𝚛𝚎 𝚑𝚒𝚜 𝚔𝚒𝚜𝚜𝚎𝚜 :

It would often be small pecks to show his affection and appreciation at random moments

But then this would grow into a more passionate kiss 

He has this habits of cupping Candy’s cheek while kissing her 

He also has this way of kissing Candy so softly that it makes her shiver 

The kind of kisses that feel as light as a feather and yet, that feel so intimate 

It always reflects a ton of emotions because Lysander is very good at expressing himself through his actions rather than saying it out loud (he’s better with his words with paper and ink)

𝚆𝚑𝚎𝚛𝚎 𝚑𝚎’𝚍 𝚕𝚒𝚔𝚎 𝚝𝚘 𝚋𝚎 𝚔𝚒𝚜𝚜𝚎𝚍 :

He likes it when Candy kisses his cheek 

He finds it very sweet and even though it is a simple gesture, it shows her appreciation of him so that’s a yes

Unlike Nathaniel (as said in the 1st post of this little series), he’s not embarrassed by it

If he’s shirtless for whatever reason (but you probably guessed which one), he loves it when Candy leaves a trail of kisses across his chest 

It’s a turn on for him 

Of course he loves she goes for his lips (I mean it’s a classic but it’s certainly a way-to-go)

𝚆𝚑𝚎𝚛𝚎 𝚑𝚎’𝚍 𝚔𝚒𝚜𝚜 𝙲𝚊𝚗𝚍𝚢 :

Her hands. All the time. (I won’t argue with anyone about this)

Palm kisses <3 this is so cute

Also offering his hand whenever she’s sat and has to stand up and then proceed to kiss her knuckles (loverboyyy)

He likes to kiss her nape while he’s holding her from behind (bonus point if he was putting on her a necklace he offered her)

Basically kissing her whole body during intimate time (that includes between her legs oops)

Kissing her breast and thighs also (could spend hours on it, I rest my case)

𝚆𝚑𝚎𝚗 𝚠𝚘𝚞𝚕𝚍 𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚢 𝚔𝚒𝚜𝚜 :

At school, it’s their greeting (the day hasn’t begin if their lips haven’t met each other)

Lysander doesn’t care of people’s opinion (yet, that doesn’t mean he’ll make out with Candy in the hallways 'cause even if he's not shy or anything, he's a pretty private person still) so he won’t be bothered by kissing her whenever he feels like it (or get kissed by her whenever she wants too)

The school garden is their make-out spot (this or the basement. Maybe even both)

I said it in the first part, but sometime it just happens at random moments (for example when Candy do something he finds adorable or when he just feel like Candy needs a little reminder that he loves her)

There we go, I hoped you enjoyed it !

thank you in advance, have a nice day.

The HSL Boys' reaction to Candy having a lot of piercings

N/A : hiii, I’m doing good, thanks dear, here’s your request (I hope I got it right), have a nice day as well 💕

𝙲𝚊𝚜𝚝𝚒𝚎𝚕 :

finds it cool in general because he thinks it’s bold and kinda hot 

but for some reason he’s not particularly fan of the eyebrow piercing (but if Candy can pull it off, consider him impressed)

If she has a lot of piercing, he’d be like « damn girl » ‘cause he knows how painful it can be but also how much commitment (and time) it takes to take care of it 

I just know that at some point in his life, Castiel wanted to do a septum (or maybe a nose ring) but he never took the step forward to do so because he’s still not 100% sure

Would totally be up to accompany Candy if she wants to get another one

(and might end up finally getting his septum lol)

𝙻𝚢𝚜𝚊𝚗𝚍𝚎𝚛 :

he’s pretty neutral about piercings, even if Candy has a lot 

I feel like a lot of people could have some stereotypes about piercings (and we’ll go back to it right after lol) but I feel like Lysander is the type of person that doesn’t have any (and it doesn’t matter what we’re talking about, he just don’t believe in prejudices, he thinks for himself and we love him for that)

He’d think it’s bold and he’d ask you about how it went 

Not especially because he wants to get one (even though he might) but he’s genuinely curious about it

Honestly, he’d think it looks pretty but it’s hard to tell if it’s because of the piercings or because it’s just Candy haha

He’d probably consider offering you some piercings for your birthday or any other occasion (because he’s the kind of person that likes to offer jewellery)

𝙽𝚊𝚝𝚑𝚊𝚗𝚒𝚎𝚕 :

if we’re speaking of the beginning of HSL, he’d probably have a bad impression of you at first because he has some stereotypes about piercings (here we go) 

But it's mainly because he has been repetitively told that is was BAD

So he would think of Candy as a troublemaker or something 

he can be a bit judgemental, and it’s probably related with the environment he grew up in (yes once again I am bringing how fucked up his family is but I intend to keep beefing with Francis and Adelaide through my headcanons lol) and that’s a flaw of his but we love him nonetheless right ?

But he has to admit that it looks pretty cool on you and would get used to it (also, as he gets to know Candy he realises that the stereotypes he had were so inaccurate (Francis you fucking liar)

He'd think the septum is hot and the same the lip piercing, especially if it's a ring one, is hot (expect that this one got him confused because at first he'd be like : what if I hurt her while kissing her ???)

And deep down, hanging out with Candy and then dating her changed his views on many of things, including piercings. 

So he'd start to wonder how he’d look like with a piercing and he’d finally reach the mark in UL by piercing his ear (and honestly, it’s kind of a slay)

𝙰𝚛𝚖𝚒𝚗 :

Totally make some about jokes it 

But not in a mean way, as I said in other posts, teasing Candy is his love language 

He finds it cool how you’re not scared at all though

because he thinks that to get that much piercings she got to be resistant to pain 

Also he’s used to Alexy saying that he want one without actually having the courage to do so, therefore he’s like “well you’re a real badass” 

Will show Candy or randomly send her pics of piercing jewellery with pop culture references 

And will offer some of these piercings (like a Zelda piercings, sorry but some look so pretty y’all,  I want one) and urge her to wear them lol

Might get one too 'cause he wants them both to be matching (cute)

𝙺𝚎𝚗𝚝𝚒𝚗 :

I have the feeling that Kentin’s might be scared of needle so he can’t imagine getting a piercing himself

So it’s really the piercing part that keeps him from getting one (otherwise he might have get one, probably an eyebrow piercing)

Since he and Candy have known each other for a while, he might have been surprised the first time because wait, what ??? He didn’t expect that

But we know that when it’s  about Candy, everything is cool to him 

So he’d quickly be like “omg babe you’re so cool and brave (have my babies)” 

Admires her for it and accompanies her each time she go get another one (but he won't get one himself, or at least not before a while, as he's still not comfortable with the idea of a needle piercing his skin)

And we're done ! I really enjoyed writing this one !

(Btw I don't write the requests in a chronological way, I mostly write the ones that inspires me the most at first so I don't loose my thoughts on them, I am sure you guys understand. But of course, all the requests would be answered in the end !)

How the HSL Boys spend their morning/day with Candy after episode 40

𝙽𝚊𝚝𝚑𝚊𝚗𝚒𝚎𝚕 :

He probably already considered the option of Candy staying the next day after spending the night 

Which is why he did some groceries the day before and that there’s some sweet snacks in his kitchen 

(and he didn’t buy them for himself as you could've assumed)

He’d bring her breakfast in bed 

He’s a bit awkward and wouldn’t really know what to talk about because it’s the first time he finds himself in a situation like this 

But the feeling would quickly fades since that he feels even closer and comfortable around Candy than before (I mean it make sense after the night they spent) 

So they’d just enjoy a little breakfast together 

Nothing too fancy but the vibe is chill and nice 

Afterwards he’ll probably would want to take a shower 

and if Candy wants to, she’s free to join (after all it saves water) 

He’d probably do a little checkup on Candy while they’re showering and ask her if she feels sore or anything (and if that’s the case, he’d be happy to offer a little massage under the steaming water) 

Then he’d ask whether she wants to go outside or if she wants to stay inside

If they’re staying home, they’d probably spend the afternoon in Nath’s bed while he reads her one of his favourite book 

I can see them writing little notes in it while they do that and now each time Nathaniel picks up this book there’s a little reminder of this moment (so cute)

When Candy has to leave, he’ll walk her home and while they’re heading there, they’d already be planning their next date (since that they’re free of school now, Nathaniel clearly intend to use these holidays to spend even more quality time with Candy)

Honestly, there is kind of a domestic vibe here and I live for it

𝙲𝚊𝚜𝚝𝚒𝚎𝚕 :

Okay so we know that my boy was up for a second round but he’s no fool 

He knows that Candy might be a little sore after the night they spent together so he was probably joking around (at least for now)

Yet he wouldn’t let her get out of the bed so soon and would hold her close, wanting to make this peaceful feeling last as much as he can 

I think he’d finally allow himself to be more vulnerable (it’s about damn time) by letting Candy play with his hair and he wouldn’t bother trying to hide his loving stare or blushing face that matches his hair

He’s not the best with love confessions and all(which is why he wrote her a song instead of directly telling her about how he felt, as we already know) so he tries to show how much the moment they shared last night means to him through his attitude

At some point they’d have to get up to take Demon on his little morning walk. So they would go together 

They’d probably stop by on the way back to get a little something to eat (because Castiel spend his whole day before cleaning the apartment for Candy’s visit and ended up forgetting to buy something for breakfast 🥲) 

Afterwards they’d either go back to bed if Candy is still a bit tired or they’ll go shower (no matter what, that’s probably when the second round really begins) 

Then, they’d spent the rest of the day hanging out in Castiel’s apartment 

If it’s a sunny day, they’d go on his little terrasse enjoying the warmth and each other’s company while taking turn to throw a ball to Demon 

Or if the weather isn’t that good or if they just feel like staying inside, Castiel would probably play some guitar for Candy  

(she’d probably ask him to sing the song he wrote for her once again and he’d pretended to be annoyed but he’ll gladly do it)

𝙻𝚢𝚜𝚊𝚗𝚍𝚎𝚛 :

I believe he’s an early bird so he was probably the first one awake (I know that’s not how it happens in the episode but idc)

Wouldn’t get out of bed though because he doesn’t want to wake Candy (she needs to rest after all because well, the night was short)

As he feels that she’s waking up he’ll just caress her hair and kiss her forehead 

Not much would be said but his caresses and kisses here and there as they’re laying next to each other speak a thousand word 

He’d make Candy feel so loved and special

The kind of feeling that makes you ask yourself if you’re still dreaming (this man, I am melting)

They’d probably have to get up and get ready after a while because I assume that Leigh would like to come home at some point 

I have this headcanon that Lysander, when not at school, prepares his and his brother’s lunch so when Leigh comes home for his lunch break, everything is already ready and Lysander can spend a little time with his brother since he’s often very busy (protect this man at all cost, he’s such an angel)

So he’d do that this time as well, only that he’s cooking for Candy as well

She might try to help him but as we saw in the game, she’s not really a skilled cook so he’d just end up be like « I’ll take care of it dear. Just sit back and enjoy »

For once, Lysander would probably go back to his room with Candy to eat their meal instead of eating with Leigh since he wants to spend a little more time with her 

When Candy has to go, he’ll walk her home and would kiss multiple times feeling it hard to leave her lips as it’s like he already misses her presence (such a romantic boy)

Armin : 

He go raid the kitchen to find some snacks (sorry for his parents who did a refill the day before but now everything’s gone) 

Took the snacks that were Alexy’s too because for once he has a good excuse to do so (“it was for Candy !”) 

But right after, he’d lay back in bed, preferably on Candy, and he’d love feeling her nail softly scratching his back while he’s resting on her chest 

He’d probably fall back asleep that way

Nothing on earth could make Armin get out of bed before 12 AM on a weekend (also expect Candy to fell asleep with him)

Even though, they probably spend the rest of day in Armin’s (bed) room

Armin would pick up some comics and show them to Candy or they’d start to watch this anime he kept telling her about

The curtains would remain drawn because sunlight is not allowed in this room (I have to stop with this whole Armin-avoiding-the-sun thing it’s so cliché, sorry lol)

He would hardly manage to keep his hands of Candy but she wouldn’t mind (she’d actually do the same)

This could lead another fun time, who knows ? (I mean guys, he finally found a sport he enjoy doing)

He ended up ordering food for them, maybe pizza or burgers because despite all the snacks he ate, he’s still hungry (he is a bottomless pit)

Kentin : 

probably woke up first (I don’t remember if it was the case in the game but I rest my case anyway) 

I just know he struggled to sleep the whole night 

He was processing what had happened lol

He’d be terrified to wake Candy because he thinks she look so sweet sleeping like this, in arms

But at some point his arm would feel a little numb as she’s laying on it 

So she’d be woke by him trying to move and then apologising for it 

He’d totally make a fancy breakfast (eggs, fruit salad, pancakes even ? that's a slay)

He knows what he’s doing since he loves breakfast and he never skips it 

So he’d be so happy to share a breakfast he made with her (and he’d hope she’d be impressed lol) and he would bring it in bed for her

Cookie would need to take a walk too (we’re not forgetting the doggies here) so he’d asked Candy if she wants to come along (and of course she wants to)

So they’d get ready together, taking more time than expected because they keep interrupting each other with stolen kisses (aww) 

They’d spend the whole morning enjoy the sun as well as the beginning of the holidays 

Since, they’d probably agree to go eat outside, they’d take back Cookie home and then go do their little lunch date

Then they’d just wander around the city, holdings hands and window shopping (they're this kind of couple you spot in the streets)

N/A : This was unfinished in my drafts since a little while so I thought I should give it another try and see where this lead

Sum. : As the school play occupies everyone's mind in Sweet Amoris, Nathaniel can't afford to let himself get distracted. Unfortunately for him, it seems to be out of his control.

TW : none, it's just cute (if you don't look at the slight angst that comes with Nathaniel's situation)

Nathaniel let out a deep sigh as he stretched on his chair.

He had been caught up in paperwork for at least a good hour but still, he wasn’t eager to go home.

The school was probably empty by now and if not, it was only about time. Only a few students were staying this late after the end of class. It was mainly the most studious ones who stayed around and despite being a part of them, Nathaniel was on his own in the Student Council Room. It was often the case but he didn't mind or at least he didn't think he did as this habit became so ingrained in his routine that he didn't bother thinking about his loneliness.

Sometimes Melody would walk in and sit besides him. She’d try to talk but there was too much to do and not much to say so the conversations would inevitably meet a dead end. When he thought back on it, he felt a bit bad for the girl. He could see that she liked him and it might have looked like he was leading her on but he wasn’t trying to.

Truth is that he had other things on his mind which were slowly drowning him. 

Today, Mr Faraize had given them back their test results. Usually, Nathaniel wouldn’t have given it some second thought or wouldn’t have been worried about it but this time, he couldn’t help it. He turned pale when he saw his grade and he hoped that no one noticed it. Anyone would have found him ridiculous. It wasn’t a bad grade, it was actually pretty good. Above the class average. But certainly not above a certain person’s expectations.

No, really, he wasn’t eager to go home.

Which is why he decided that he would visit the library before leaving the school. Mr Faraize mentioned a book that might help them go through this part of the history program and that they could borrow it from the school. Deep down, he knew it wasn’t a lack of understanding that earned him this grade but he didn’t like the idea that he allowed himself to get distracted. In his defence, with the school play being set up and the commotion it created among the other students, it was becoming hard to focus on anything else.

Also, these rehearsals with Candy…

He probably should’ve focused on school work but he was too glad she asked his help to decline. And it was worth it because during that time he spent with her, it was as if his concerns were suddenly far away and these suffocating thoughts which filled his mind on a daily basis faded to the sound of her cristalline laugh. He quietly smiled as he thought back at her reaction when she received her grade too. And how her and Alexy beside her, who probably didn’t do a much better job than hers, let out a sour laugh and some snarky comments. 

Had she been distracted too ? And was it by their rehearsals ? Or was it just Nathaniel hoping that, whatever relationship they had, it wasn't only one sided ? The way she smiled and looked at him when it was only the both of them... It had to mean something, right ?

He stopped this thought from flourishing in his mind, ignoring that his pulse got quicker and ignoring the knot forming in his stomach as he entered the library.

He began to pace the shelves, looking for the said book, without success. ‘It’s really my day’ he ironically thought. As he was ready to leave, empty handed, he noticed someone sitting in an isolated corner.

Candy, with the book wide open in front of her, staring at it as if trying to decipher something. Her confused look amused Nathaniel. « Is it that bad ? » he asked as he walked toward her.

« Don’t make fun of me... You'd probably be surprised to know that The Cold War isn't really my cup of tea. Mr Faraize could tell you so... » she replied, grimacing. 

Nathaniel let out a soft laugh at her expression. «I think we were a lot to got it wrong on that test..." he said thinking it’d reassure her. She looked up at him with a puzzled look. He instantly regretted saying this. He did not want to complain about his grade knowing that she wouldn't find it bad at all. He knew what it’d look like and he didn’t want her to think of him like that. Like this grade-obsessed nerd everyone seemed to see him as. He hated it.

"Also, I didn’t expect  to see you here so late in fact. » he added, hoping to change the topic.

« Well me neither ! But I guess that I should get used to the idea that you never leave this school » she laughed. As much as he liked her laugh, Nathaniel couldn’t help but feel saddened by her remark.

Oh, if only she knew. 

« I was actually looking for this. » he said pointing at the book. « Mr Faraize talked about it so I thought I’d give it a look ».

« What a perfect student ! I’ll be honest, I don’t get everything that’s in it but given my grade, I’ll better keep digging into it » she said lightly. Visibly, she wasn’t upset about her grade. Nathaniel thought that she was lucky. She’ll probably not receive a sermon about it when she gets home. He simply nodded, ready to head out when she called him before he got to. 

«  I mean, if you really need it, we can share it. If you want… »

It was like his body made a decision before his mind got to react and before he knew it, he was drawing a chair next to Candy. They sat together and she placed the book in front of him, turning the pages to go back at the beginning of the chapter. He started to read it but he could feel her eyes detailing him and at this moment, he wished nothing more than to be a mind-reader.

Time was quickly passing by and neither of them seemed to actually notice it. Studying was often interrupted by some random comment on Candy's side and Nathaniel would just jokingly roll his eyes, pretending to be annoyed.

Nathaniel thought that Candy was a terrible study-buddy as she was not as serious as she should've been but he also had to admit that she was the best one he ever had.

For the simple reason that she made him smile, she made him laugh. And the most astonishing part was that she didn't even look like she was trying to. She made his heart feel lighter by simply being around and Nathaniel was delighted by this unfamiliar feeling. 

He also liked how she leaned toward him as he tried to explain to her the notions she didn't really catch on on her own. He felt useful and despite him, he liked how she looked at him as if he was the smartest person in the world. It made him feel good, feel enough, and it was something he almost forgot the feeling of.

Sometimes as she was writing down his instructions, his eyes would study the lines of her face, somehow lingering on her lips. Nathaniel thought that they seemed so soft, almost like ready to be kissed. He felt bashful and slightly ashamed to think about pressing his mouth against hers every time her face and his were separated by these few inches. He could swear that he saw her "sneakily" look at him too, probably thinking that he had his attention on something else as well. Yet, he didn't remember when was the last time his attention wasn't set on Candy.

This improvised revisions session concluded by them starting to talk about the play. He listened about how excited she was with a light heart and an attentive gaze. She looked pretty like that. She always looked pretty but even more when she was talking about things that were close to her heart.

Then, the moment where it was time to leave came. The duo arrived in front of the school gates, ready to separate when Nathaniel changed his mind. "I'll walk you home".

« Oh, it’s okay, you don’t have to » she answered him, lowering her face to hide her blushing cheeks. This sight made Nathaniel smile, amused.

"I insist. It's getting dark and I’d feel better knowing that you got home safe" She looked up to him with rosy cheeks. She'd often blush when they were hanging out together (and in all honesty, sometimes he would too). For example, just moments before, when they were studying and his hand had accidentally met hers in search of the shared book. She looked at him so strangely then, right before lowering her head as she had done it at this instant. He hoped that it wasn't that he was making her feel uncomfortable but this thought was interrupted by her voice. 

« Alright, let’s go then ! ».

The walk home was pleasant, both of them feeling playful as one willingly teased the other. Nathaniel managed to forget about his grade while he was laughing and for her part, Candy savoured this laughter that she guessed to be rare outside the school walls.

Arriving in front of her loft, they stopped. "Thank you for the walk home, it was really nice". She was blushing but he noticed that this time she kept her head high, looking him in the eyes. He gently smiled at her

"The pleasure is all mine. Good evening." . He only expected her to return him the greeting but she seemed hesitant. Nathaniel frowned his eyebrows, a bit confused. Before turning toward the loft's door, she quickly stepped in his direction and placed a quick kiss on his cheek whispering a shy 'good evening' and disappeared inside the building before he could find something to say.

He stayed a few seconds like this, baffled. And without realising it, a smile had made its way on his face.

He chuckled quietly and turned around heading toward his place, light headed and with a singular tingling feeling in the belly. 

By the time he arrived home, he had forgotten what was waiting for him there.

Despite this, he couldn't think about anything else than how good he felt. About how good these simple moments with Candy felt.

Random headcanons about episode 26

N/A : I really liked this episode too ! I was kinda inspired (I think ?)so there'll be some headcanons about the date but also some about the picnic with Alexy & the girls (also yeah, it's refreshing to write about things I actually enjoy, it didn't happen in a while sadly, so thank you for your understanding dear <3)

So let's start with the dates with the HSL Boys :

About the date with Nathaniel, I found it funny how Candy thought it'd be a good idea to invite him on a picnic, in a park, in the middle of spring, when she knows that he's badly allergic to pollen (I just know that my boy had to make a stock of antihistamines and was suffering in silence, guess he really wanted that date)

I like to think that Nathaniel actually took the time to carefully prepare himself for the picnic. Because even if Candy didn't specified it or anything, Nath wanted to believe that it was indeed a date. So, he thought a lot about what he should wear (let's ignore the fact that he still wears the same outfit in the illustration) and he put on a nice cologne, hoping that Candy would like it

It's pretty clear that Nathaniel intended to declare himself (there's a moment where he really seems about to kiss Candy) so when they got interrupted by Thomas, he tried to hide it but he was pissed (really Iris, put a leash on your brother, some people are trying to get it here)

In the case of Armin, I liked how he freaked out at the wasps' attack and it kinda make sense since at the frequency he goes outside, he probably hadn't seen a wasp since 2007 lmao

Also this little picnic date surely did him some good because there's no way this boy doesn't have a vitamin D deficiency (Okay, I might be a little hard on Armin right now, I'll stop)

Armin brought the sandwiches and believe or not but it was pretty good. He's not a big cook but I don't think he's a bad one, he just sticks to simple things (also he mastered the art of making sandwiches because it's his favorite 2 AM snack to make when he's pulling an all-nighter)

I believe that it's during this picnic that Armin realised that he had a crush on Candy (Guys, he spent a WHOLE afternoon out in the wild just for Candy, that says a lot if you ask me)

Okay one thing about the date with Castiel : I wanted him to bring Demon to the picnic (maybe it could have been hard to manage with all the food around but come on, he's a good boy LET HIM OUT BEEMOOV)

I am also a dog person so I might be biased lol

But just picture it : Castiel and Candy enjoying their little lunch with them taking turn to feed Demon with little bites of food (adorable plus, Castiel would enjoy to see Candy playing with Demon)

Also, Castiel's change of tone when talking to his dog (if you have a pet, you know what I mean). Candy would melt (and me too)

After eating, Candy and Castiel could have take Demon for a little walk in the park and Castiel would have let Candy hold the leash as she seems really excited about it (and he would have been really happy about it. Once again, if you have a pet you know how great it feels when someone you like gets along with your pet. It's so cute to see !)

Since Demon has this bad habit to pull on the leash (as seen in episode 3 of HSL), Castiel would help out Candy by putting his hand above hers to get a hold on the leash (and also to hold her hand)

Firstly, I am convinced that Nina was hiding somewhere in the park when she saw Lysander and Candy together (Back to the time where Nina was in her Joe Goldberg era lmao)

I think Lysander was the calmest amongst the boys about the date (and luckily he was because Candy was stressed out enough for the both of them. As usual)

He might have asked Leigh advices about dates 'cause like, he's supposed to have some experience right ? (the truth is that when his brother asked him that, he was just like "well, I was just existing and then Rosa decided that I'll be her boyfriend. So just stand there and exist I guess ?" Yeah, great advice from the big bro)

When I tell you that Kentin was ecstatic when Candy invited him on a picnic, that's an euphemism (bro was internally screaming)

Really, he probably wasn't able to stand still until the D-Day (he waited for that since basically forever so understandable)

Also, just like with Castiel, I wanted him to bring Cookie (I really like dogs, sorry)

The illustration for Kentin's route is so cute

The both of them, laying in the green grass, so close to each other with the bright sun above them. (That's such a picturesque vision, I love it !)

I like to think that they reminisced together of the memories they had from before they arrived to Sweet Amoris. Kentin tends to feel insecure when talking about this period of his life. However, as they both talking he realises that there's no judgment in Candy's tone and that the moments they spent together actually means a lot to her. It would warms his heart and if it was even possible, he'd be even more fond of Candy

(I wish they talked more about it in the game because even if it gets better by the end of HSL, his route still feels a bit superficial. Like there's this idea that he had to completely transform himself and become handsome to become "interesting". I don't know if you know what I mean)

Now, about the picnic with Alexy & the girls :

Before starting, I kinda wanted to see more interactions between the characters during the picnic (but I guess that the episode would have too long then but it's okay, I'll put some here)

Kim & Capucine's conversation (might sound odd but I'll explain it)

Kim (just know that I love HSL Kim, she's such a good character) just has this protective and « I won’t take any shit » vibe (even though she’s actually a big softie as we see with her interactions with Violette and it's so cute) and everyone respects her like naturally ?

In the beginning of this episode, Capucine was insufferable. Really, this girl was trying really hard to be like Amber when she’s nothing like her (and if you take into account the fact that Amber herself is putting on a persona, you kinda get a girl trying to put one someone else’s persona thinking that it’s the way to go. Kinda sad).

(just putting it here but I liked having a character like HSL Amber in the game because she brings the drama you know ? she's also a bully but she also have some depth to her character ? I am really confused 'cause I've had some bad experiences with people like her during my school years so I am wondering : Is Amber character actually good or do I have a Stockholm's Syndrome-ish thing ???? pls help)

Let's go back to our sheep : Kim & Capucine's interaction 

So I like to think that during the picnic, Kim and Capucine got to talk a little and boom, two worlds meet : Kim doesn’t really give a shit about what people think of her and oppositely, Capucine lives by that. And I think because of it, Capucine kinda have a negative image of Kim. 

Until they get to talk. Kim is friendly towards her even if she acts like a bitch because I truly think that Kim is pretty good at reading and understanding people (she probably doesn’t even realise it herself but when you’re capable to bond with someone so reserved as Violette as well as getting along with Castiel AND Nathaniel at the same time, it says quite a lot about this ability she has)

I think this conversation they’d have on the park would make Capucine think that Kim is a pretty cool person even though they are quite different and what's the most striking difference is that Kim is truly authentic (it’s something that’s pretty rare these days so when you come across someone like that it can really makes you question a lot of things) and she might even realise that the persona she puts on everyday at school doesn’t suit her and that she’s actually not happy with it (which I believe, after her relationship with Samuel, is one of the realisations she had before trying to become a better and truer version of herself)

This one was a bit long but I think there's so many things to say about Kim's character lol

Now, Melody and Iris talking about the whole Nathaniel situation and Alexy coming from nowhere just to say something like "there's too many fishes in the sea to waste time on one that doesn't want be caught. Move on girlie"

Like 'ayoo, mind your own business boy ?' (that's Alexy, of course he's not going to do that. He just has this radar for drama)

It's either that or HE IS the drama

Anyway, Melody is a bit startled because "how do you know about that ???" when the really question is "how could anyone not know" with how she's so not subtle. And that's how Alexy would basically become a love coach for the afternoon (wtf)

However if Melody starts to talk about Candy being too close to Nath, oh boy, Alexy goes defensive mode and he won’t hear more of this nonsense (like girl it’s not Candy’s fault if Nathaniel likes her better, wake up) 

Anyway, this conversation would be pretty random and Melody wouldn't really know what to answer because I feel like she’s a pretty reserved person and on the contrary Alexy’s quite unhinged and then, there’s Iris in the middle watching the show (honestly same girl, I’d like to witness this conversation too)

Violette (my sweet girl) would try to draw the landscape but would end up practicing drawing silhouette using her friends as models. She’d be too shy to show it but I just know she’d end up showing her sketches to Kim later and she’d blush when told how good this is (pls their relationship is so lovely, I kinda ship them)

A Peggy and Rosalya’s interaction could also be interesting : they both like to know the gossips and all but the difference between them is that Rosalya would not spread rumours the way Peggy does. So I think Rosa would try to make her understand that she sometimes goes too far which is unfortunate because well, she’s cool to hang out with but if she keeps going like that, she might end up having everyone turning their back on her. 

The water fight is honestly quite fun to imagine

Despite what he says in the game, Alexy lost it (and quite significantly) 

I mean bro, you’re trying to put a fight against Kim, what did you expect ???

That's all I have for this so I hope you enjoyed reading this !