((This is my first fanfic! This first chapter starts after episode 24, after the Nathaniel ordeal and everything, it also has Kentin in it [because he's my second favorite boy] but Lysander is my favorite! All characters belong to ChiNoMiko. I do not own anything My Candy Love related. Thank you! I hope you enjoy!))

CHAPTER 1

The school week was going by relatively fast. Candy was having fun hearing all about her classmates' new pets, although she did feel a bit sorry for Armin who claimed he was not getting enough sleep (but it secretly made her and Alexy laugh as well!)

On Tuesday she took a walk through the park near her apartment. She had arrived home from school, finished her homework and decided to get some air.

"Candy!" said a familiar voice as she was strolling down the path.

Kentin, thought Candy as she turned around to see her friend and his new dog walking towards her. Looking at Kentin her memory flashed to the person he used to be. A coating of pink lit up her cheeks as she remembered Kentin saying silly things like 'she was the love of his life.' It must have been a passing phase, because he surely did not feel that way about her anymore. Kentin had grown up a lot during military school and could probably have any girl he wanted. This fact did not upset Candy in the slightest, in fact, she hoped that he would find someone; or at the very least had someone in mind like she did. The pink on Candy's cheeks turned red when she thought about a certain boy in Victorian clothing.

"Hey! Taking a walk around the park?" Candy was snapped back to reality by Kentin's question.

"Yeah! It's such a nice afternoon, I wanted to enjoy it." Candy responded with a smile. "Is this your new pup?"

"Yep! This is the big guy!" Kentin said as he picked up the adorable creature. His puppy was beaming with joy as his master held him, he wagged his tail and licked Kentin's cheek. Candy let out a chuckle and reached over to pet the puppy.

"Haha, well he's not very big yet, but he sure is cute!" she said.

Kentin laughed with her, "yeah, but he will be big soon enough; I mean, look at what happened to me!" They both giggled. Kentin put his dog down and he and Candy continued to walk. They talked about old times and when it got dark out, they finally said goodbye and parted ways.

It's so nice to have Ken back. Candy thought as she made her way home. It had been a nice afternoon, now she was ready to get some rest to the new day.

On Wednesday morning Candy decided to wear her blue retro dress Rosa helped pick out a while back. This was the dress Lysander said she looked beautiful in. Candy always blushes when she thinks about that day. She knew that he might not say anything again, but a girl can always dream.

Candy arrived at school and went straight to her locker. As she opened it and took out her book and materials needed for her first class she felt a sudden hug from behind.

"Candy! My dearest friend!" Rosalya exclaimed sweetly as she wrapped her arm around she friend.

"Oh no! I know that sugary voice, what do you want Rosa?" Candy teased, turning around and smiling as Rosa let go. She and Rosa have become very close. As a matter of fact, Candy considered Rosa to be her best friend.

"Candy! I'm offended!" laughed Rosa, barely keeping a straight face. This made Candy laugh, too.

"Hahaha! Okay Rosa, what will it be this time?"

"Don't worry best friend, I am here to invite you to something so fun; you will be thanking me for being such a good friend and thinking of you!"

"Oh really, what would that be?" ask Candy with an inquisitive smile.

"Well, you do recall we have Friday and next Monday off from school? Yay long weekend!"

"Oh yeah! I guess it slipped my mind. That's right!" Candy said smiling at her friend, "You wanna do something?"

"Well, my parents and I are going out of town to the harvest festival in Amoris County over the long weekend. We will be leaving tomorrow after school and coming back Monday night. They said I could bring a friend along if I wanted to and naturally I thought of you! What do you say?"

"Wow Rosa, you're so sweet! That sounds super fun, I would love to come; thanks for inviting me! I will just have to ask my parents, of course. I will ask them tonight and call you, is that okay?" Candy looked at her friend. Rosa seemed to be contemplating something important. "Ros—"

"No." Rosa bluntly interrupted with a sense of urgency in her tone. This took Candy by a bit of a surprise; Rosa could tell by her friend's expression that she was confused. "…What I mean is, wouldn't you rather call them at lunch? That way, in case they say yes you can just pack up when you get home and we'll both leave after school tomorrow!"

Candy still was not getting why Rosa was being so gung-ho about the entire situation, but she wasn't going to question it. She trusted Rosa 100%. "Alright, I will call them at lunch."

"Excellent!" sighed Rosa, "By the way, I love your outfit today. Are you wearing it for any special reason? May-be to impress a certain Lys-baby, hmmmm?"

"Rosa!" whispered Candy, slightly embarrassed. "But you remember what he said last time, right?"

"Hehehe! Yes, I remember, you told me. I also remember you two are in the same 1st period class. You want him to notice you!" Rosa teased. Candy nodded as she blushed. Rosalya knew all about Candy's crush on Lysander. She also had a suspecting feeling that Lysander felt the same way about Candy but she could never get him to admit it. Rosa was all for the two of them being a couple, she thought it would be perfect to have her best friend date her boyfriend's brother. It would be so great, plus she has been looking for a way to repay Candy for getting her and Leigh back together.

Rrrrrrrrang!

"He will definitely notice you!" Rosa smiled at her best friend. "Now go get 'em!"

Candy smiled right back. She said a quick 'see you later' to Rosa before heading to Mr. Faraize's class. Her heart pounded as she walked into the classroom. She walked over to her seat, smiling, knowing that it was right next to Lysander's seat.

"Good morning Lysander," said Candy with a shaky voice.

"Good morning Miss Candy," responded Lysander with a gentle smile.

—Lysander POV —

Wow. She looks absolutely stunning. He thought to himself as she sat in her seat. Mr. Faraize's history class had become his favorite part of the day for the simple reason that Candy sat next to him. Lysander's feelings for Candy had been growing steadily ever since the day they met. He has never felt this way about a girl before, and did not really know how to explain it, let alone process it. This was unfamiliar territory for him, but he was enjoying it all the same, hoping sooner or later he would have enough courage to express himself to her.

"You look lovel-" began Lysander before being cut off.

"Hey Candy, it was nice hanging out with you yesterday!" said a smiling Kentin as he walked past them to his seat. Lysander looked over at Candy to see her reaction.

"Yeah, it was fun Ken. Err… uh- Kentin, sorry!" was Candy's response.

Lysander felt a sudden pang in his chest. He knew Kentin and Candy were friends before their arrival at Sweet Amoris, but he did not realize that they were spending a significant amount of time together outside of class. I waited too long. Now it's too late. I should have told her how I felt, how I still feel. I cannot believe how foolish I am, of course she would date Kentin, they've know each other for years; I simply cannot compete with that. He thought to himself as turmoil took over his mind.

"We ran into each other yesterday while he was walking his new dog, he's so cute Lysander, you should have seen him!" Candy explained, smiling at him.

That smile brought Lysander back to reality. Her smile could most likely bring me back to life, I love her smile. He thought as relief washed over him after hearing the explanation. I still have time. I will tell her…one day…soon?

— Candy POV —

Why am I explaining this to him, I doubt he even cares. Ugh, even if he doesn't care… I still don't want him to get the wrong idea about me and Kentin. Should I say it wasn't planned? No, why bother. Oh, he's smiling again. Wow, he has such a nice smile. Candy's head was reeling. Lucky for her Mr. Faraize walked in and handed out an assignment to the class.

Candy was the first to finish and turned in her paper. Mr. Faraize told her she could spend the rest of the class studying or finishing homework, anything really as long as it was not disruptive. She went back to her desk and sat quietly, just waiting for the time to pass. She was too shy to steal glances of her crush. The rest of the class period was pretty uneventful.

It was lunch time and Candy knew Rosalya would be looking for her soon, asking her what her parents had said. She might as well call them so she has an answer for her best friend. After explaining to her mom the details of the trip she was given permission. Candy was very excited, and glad that it did not take much convincing on her part.

Great! Now I just have to find Rosa and tell her the good news. Candy thought as she headed towards the courtyard. Luckily this time, Candy did not have to roam aimlessly around the school to find who she was looking for; Rosa appeared seemingly out of nowhere.

"Did you ask?" questioned Rosa slightly desperate. Candy smiled.

"Yep! They agreed!" Candy said as she sat down on a bench, motioning Rosalya to do the same. However, Rosa did not sit.

"Awesome, that's great news! But listen, I have to go take care of something." Rosa quickly hugged Candy and began to walk away.

"W-wait, what? What do you have to do? Do you need help?" started Candy as she stood up.

"NO!... I mean, no, it's okay! It's not a big deal, I can take care of it. You sit, and finish lunch. Um… pack cute clothes, for… pictures! Yeah, and meet me here in the courtyard after school tomorrow so we can leave. Bye!" said Rosa as she disappeared into the hall.

What is she up to? Candy thought to herself. She rolled her eyes and smiled. Whatever it is, how bad could it be? She chuckled aloud and began making a mental list of what to pack.