Author's Forward
The following Candy Candy story is my twist on the tale that has captivated us all for over 25 years. I have based it mostly on the manga, but some of my favorite anime scenes are also referenced…you may find scenes that are in neither; I have conjured them up myself for your entertainment. I have tried to the best of my ability to remain faithful to the characters, although they are more "updated" and I've tried to develop them further where Mizuki could have and didn't. However, given the times I have set the story in, there will be adult situations and language in certain parts of the narrative…if you do not like to envision Candy Candy in this vein, I counsel you not to continue…and, if you are not over 18, you will probably enjoy this fic more when you are.