Candy Cane Saga~

Author Notes(Mako): Yesh folks it's here, one shot week for the holidays! Be prepared for a bunch of anime/manga/game one shots for those who enjoy the holidays! From Christmas to New Years and the lovely(freezing) winter weather that come with it(unless you live somewhere super warm...you lucky things you...)

Ahem. This may be one super long one shot or 3 separate one shots combined(most likely gonna be the 2nd option~) for 3 sticky situations for my character, Candy, and Sen's character. I do not own MCL or Sen's Character...

3rd P.O.V

It was a twist of fate.

It was a freezing winter evening. Quietly a young woman made her way into a warm sweet smelling cafe. Her silver and purple heterochromia eyes took in the crowd of hungry and cold customers. The employees were hustling and bustling.

The girl stood in line, her long frosting pink hair covered up from her warm gear. Heavy, black, knee length coat, hiding her thin physique. Suddenly she felt a yank on her warm fuzzy hat with twin pom pom tails.

"Ah what are you doing child! I'm so sorry Miss!" The poor parent tugged her son away. The teenager waved her hand spastically. "Oh no no, it's fine." Her long yarn scarf that 's usually wrapped around her face fell a little. The line advanced. Her eyes caught onto the bright and merry decorations.

A 6 foot tree, covered in all sorts of colorful ornaments and candy canes. Cute little presents, neatly wrapped and resting peacefully on the tree skirt. "Hello how can I help you?" She was startled not realizing she was already up in front. "Ahem yes, can i have a peppermint hot chocolate please?"

There was just something about that strong mint aroma that attracted her every season. "Anything else?" Sadly she lacked an appetite, simply taking her drink. "So that'll be 1.79$. Thank you and come again."

With a sigh, the 16 year old slowly makes her way out the chilly doors. A gust of air blew, slicing at her face. A shiver crawled up our heroine's spine, slushing through the mushy sidewalk. Checking her phone for the time, taking a piping hot sip.

she didn't see her where she was going for a moment, unaware of those around her. Ice and snow was all around the town, making it feel like a winter wonderland. But unlucky her she slips on the ice. "Look out!" She was grabbed, preventing her terrible tumble.

Her drink splashed onto the ground leaving a steaming, runny mess. "Are you ok?" Humiliation ran through, hot face. "Y-yes thanks." Shaky, barely able to stand, our fair maiden gets a look at her savior. Long windblown black hair.

Eyes that reminds her of the drink she dropped, deep chocolate brown. The pom pom hat fell, exposing her long bubblegum locks. "Here you go...Venus?!" Those brown orbs evaluated her top to bottom. Images played into her mind.

Flashbacks of two children fighting over a stuffed kitty, then playing tag a moment later. Memory of a little boy being protected by a girl, then being saved by a different boy. A kind smile, a loyal heart, a stubborn mind with a sense of adventure. "Vi-Viktor?!" He smiles, hugging his friend tight.

She shook her head in disbelief. "It's been so long. Wh-what are you doing here in Sweet Amoris?" He lets her go. Picking up her empty cup. "How bout I buy you another and we catch up?"

Venus blinks once, twice, before agreeing. Taking her hand in his, the young man escorts his fair lady into the cafe. "Hi welco-oh didn't you just come in?" Lucky them there was no longer any lines.

Sheepishly she reveals her snow infested cup. "I had a little accident involving ice." Viktor searches the menu. "One peppermint hot chocolate, and one hazelnut coffee." Miss. Bubblegum didn't really like how the cashier was ogling Viktor.

"That'll be 2.68$" Venus went into her pocket, only for her friend to intervene. Handing out a 5. "I spilled your drink, I owe you." Technically it was the sidewalks fault that the drink fell but...

Venus let him...this time. "Thank you and please come again!" Quietly with drinks in hand he escorted her to an empty table, right by the Christmas tree. "So start talking Vik. It's been years since I've even heard from you..." Hurt quickly shined in her eyes.

He, her and Kenten would always play with one another, and were pretty close growing up. But out of the blue one day. Viktor disappeared...never to be seen or heard from again. His two friends cried and cried...feeling sad and betrayed.

Even now the memory still hasn't decided to fade. Venus never thought she'd run into him like this. She didn't think she'd see him period...and yet for some reason she couldn't find it in her to feel angry at him.

So here the young sophomore of Sweet Amoris waits, taking a piping hot sip of her refreshing chocolaty concoction. Inhale...exhale...'Relax...you just need to tell her the truth. You owe her of all people an explanation.'

"I...do you remember when I was sent to the nurses office years ago." Paused, waiting for her to nod, which she did. "Well...it turned out I was sick, I found out a little bit after going to the doctors that my lungs weren't...in the best of conditions."

He saw it, her face never steered from his. The midnight haired man saw how emotions flickered through her clear orbs. Guilt, sorrow, relief. "Well don't I feel stupid...I'm so sorry Viktor." There she went blaming herself for something completely out of her control.

Gently he scooped up her hand, placing his other warm hand on top. "You couldn't have known...I was sent away by my father so I could recover. He was so worried that he didn't give me a chance to tell you. And by the time I was well enough to return years later, I learned that both you and Ken moved away."

Silence ticked on, as the pair absorbed the information given. Neither were ready for what was about to happen. "Well well well what a hottie!" Amber, with her big dumb overly twisted locks and big behind stood shoving Venus to the side, 'accidentally' spilling her drink(again UGH!) in the process.

Landing all over the table and Amber's victim. All of which was ignored by the heartless witch. "Are you new around town? I can show you around~ My names Amber Smith." Miss Perfection hadn't at all expected to be rejected, let alone ignored as Viktor rose from his spot to help clean Venus.

"Are you ok?" She didn't answer, instead tried to wipe the boiling hot drink off her clothes. Grabbing napkins, he patted her down. "Apologize to her Miss. Smith..." His glare startled her. Startled both girls actually.

"Wha-Why?! I didn't do anything! And why would you help little Miss slut over there!" She growls, she did not like how Venus had his attention. Red as a tomato, she stomped out, people took to attention to the incident.

Crazy fairy Mia's niece was sulking...once more she lost her precious hot coco, this time it spilling all over her. But worse of all, Amber's title stung, she had a lot of friends both boys and girls. Yet to be called that...she stood up. "Venus?"

"I-I'm gonna head home Viktor. I'll see you later." She ran out as fast as she could. He raced out the door. "Venus come back!" She didn't head his request. Fleeing all the way home, she collapsed on her knees, feeling cold from the wet clothes...

Out comes her aunt, the ever so fabulous fashion designer Mia. "Hey baby doll-honey...what's wrong?" Normally her beloved niece was full of cheerfulness during the holidays. But now she just looks indifferent. "Sweety why so glum?"

Her shoulder is shook, once and twice, and third time being the charm, she snaps out of her daze, facing her kin. "Hey auntie." Her pink locks blocking her gaze. She stands up, away from her tensed guardian. "I'm gonna take a shower. The Christmas party you're hosting is tonight right?"

Magenta eyes burned into her back, as the teenager slinked her way into the bathroom. Peeling the sticky clothes off, she threw herself into the steaming water. It felt good. As it warmed her cold skin and hid her tears.

It was sad as she didn't even know why she was crying. It confused her, she was embarrassed, she was hurting, but Viktor was there for her. And she ran from him, there was no reason for her to sob like a baby. She stayed there...until the water lost its heat.

Time Skip...

It didn't take long for guests to arrive. All dressed which Christmas sweaters and outfits of red, green, silver and gold. It took three pairs of hands to drag the depressed Venus from the sanctuary of her bedroom.

"Come on V. Lets have some fun!" She sighed, accepting her fate. As Rosa finished her dress with a gold sash. "Fine fine..." Alexy cheered, rewarding his friend with his menacing death hug. "Ack!"

Mia was proud to say that her latest creation looked absolutely astounding on her precious Venus. "My you look like a princess sweety! You'll be the center of attention to all the boys~" Sparkles were fluttering down on Mia's niece.

'Sigh...there she goes again...trying to play matchmaker. I was wondering why Alexy and Rosa were so keen as to picking out hairstyles and makeup for me...' Our favorite smurf bows. "May I escort you downstairs?"

Rosa played along, copying his actions. "No I will be her escort, her royal highness must be given a proper entrance." Their little banter had done the deed, they made Venus laugh, busting her out of that doom and gloom state.

"How bout you both escort me down stairs...especially since you two gave me high heels...to wear." Arm in arm in arm, the trio slow and steady down the steep staircase.

Unfortunately her aunt was right when people took notice of the elegantly dressed host. Her face was cherry red from the eyes of her peers. It seemed like an eternity before the bubblegum princess could breath in relief.

"Auntie...why did we choose to live in a house with a ton of stairs..." The fairy godaunt in colors of red and silver, patted Venus on the shoulder. "It's good exercise. Why don't you get something to drink?"

It's been awhile since her eyes glanced all around in unease. Taking a glass, and the ladle, clear red juice made it's way into her cup. For some reason she just couldn't relax. "Hey Venus."

She looked up, startled, shocked, embarrassed. "O-oh, hi Viktor..." 'Of all people to be here...god dang it Mia.' She twirled her drink around, fascinated with the little red whirlpool. "Do you mind if we talk...privately?"

A pause in her actions...before a small yes escaped her. They headed outside where the snow was falling, white resting on their coats. She fidgeted, swaying as Viktor stood there, taking in the sights.

"I'm sorry that happened to you Venus." Her eyes widened, her attention on his grim expression. "I could tell you were hurt from what she called you, and that wouldn't have happened if not for me."

A small chuckle was released. "Actually Viktor if you weren't there it would've been worse. Amber's had it out from me since the day I moved in. If anything I should be sorry-I ran away, even after you defended me and helped clean up." Her words didn't make him feel any better.

"Still I owe you..." She raised an eyebrow at his sheepish smile. "Say what now?" The confusion was evident. "Well that's twice now you've lost your hot chocolate and even more so...I think I still owe you a date, do I not?"

Years ago...in Middle School...

*cough cough cough* A little girl with hot pink hair with two different colored eyes glanced worriedly at her friend. "Viktor maybe we should take you to the nurse!" Her hand reaches to his sweating forehead.

"Oh gosh you have a high fever! Kenny! Can you help me bring him?" With a nod, the three walked to the nurse's office. The room was empty. "Huff...huff we should bring him over to the bed Vivi."

It took effort, some teamwork and time, but they managed to drag a sick Viktor to the soft bed. "Phew we did it." They all were catching their breaths, from the exertion.

With Venus and Kentin not being the most fit, and Viktor sicker then a dog it was quite the challenge. "Vivi you stay with Vik, I'll go see if I can find the nurse!" Before the other two could say a word, he dashed off.

With a sigh, our heroine decided to try and bring down her friend's temperature. Grabbing a washcloth, she dipped it underneath the running faucet. Wiping his face, he relaxed from it's coolness. "Sorry about this Venus." Her concern has no bounds.

"Shut up and rest." He grabs her hand. "I will...but when I'm better, will you go to the cafe with me? Just the two of us?"

Present...

I spy with my little eye a cherry face. "Don't tell me you've been feeling guilty because you couldn't take me!?" He scratches his head, black locks are ruffled. "I like you Venus...I want to go on a date with you." Immobile due to shock, she didn't say anything. "JEEZ SWEETPEA KISS HIM ALREADY!"

"AUNTIE!" 'Please...someone just kill me...' All of this happened because of a minty drink...hmmm coincidence?

the end...

Cotton: And they had a very wonderful Christmas...the end

Mako: What-what!? Cotton? How'd you get here!?

Cotton: I figure I had to take matters into my own hands and help you, so i got my cousin cupid

to shoot his love arrows on Venus!

Mako: ...ok so yea the end ^_^

Fun Fact 1: for those who don't know Viktor, he is a character in the mcl manga, sadly he's not in the game...

Fun Fact 2: The name Venus is actually the name of a goddess, specifically the goddess of love.

So yeah. Revews/favs/follows would be cool guys! Tchao for now~