Welcome everyone to the school of Ever After High. A high school for the sons and daughters of fairy tales. They go to school to learn the skills needed to follow their destiny in taking over their parents stories. Not all the students, however, are not a part of fairytales. Meet C.A Cupid, daughter of Eros. She is a myth which means she doesn't have a story. Her future destiny is to take over her fathers job of helping everyone find their true love. Cupid is more than happy to follow her destiny. She helps her fellow classmates in finding their own true love.
As much as Cupid enjoys her destiny, she has trouble conveying her own feelings. One student has caught the eye of the love doctor herself; Dexter Charming, son of King Charming. Every chance Cupid gets her daydreams always drifts to Dexter. She couldn't help it. Dexter was just so cute, smart and an all around great guy to be with. He may have his nerdy moments but that just made Dexter so much more irresistible to Cupid. He was just being himself, and that's what won Cupid over in a heartbeat. Which is why Cupid has such a hard time having a simple conversation with Dexter without being embarrassed.
Being so busy with helping other find their true love, Cupid never really gave much thought to her own love life before coming to Ever After High. Dexter is Cupid's very first crush. Oh how she wishes she could talk to Dexter without getting lost in his eyes or be disappointed when Dexter talks about Raven. Yes, it is true, the young prince had eyes for someone else. It tore at Cupid's heart to see Dexter love someone else. Alas, she can't do anything to destroy his love. It would go against her very nature as the next God of Love, even if it meant crushing her own desire.
Fortunately, fate and destiny have a strange relationship in life. It may take awhile but true love always comes through in the end. Let us follow Cupid as she leaves the last class for the day.
"What a royal fairy fail." Cupid mutters to herself. "A month detention with the Evil Step-Librarians just for helping pass a note in class. Professor Rumplestiltskin is so unfair to students. Why was I the only one to get caught?"
Cupid hung her head low in sadness. She walked through the halls to the school library. She noticed students at their lockers talking amongst themselves, smiles across their faces as they were free to do whatever they want now that the school day was over. Cupid was hoping to catch Dexter just as he was finishing off swooning class. Unfortunately, she had to get to detention A.S.A.P or else it was double detention.
Cupid arrives at the library and notices the Evil Step-Librarians working at the check-out counter.
"Hello, I'm here for-"
"SHHHHHH!" both librarians said.
"But I-"
"SHHHHH!"
"Can't I just-"
"Quiet in the library!" the librarian in red said. The one in blue simply glared at Cupid, daring her to speak again. Cupid decided to play it safe and not say anything anymore. Satisfied that Cupid wouldn't speak again the one in blue took out a notepad and began writing a note. She hands the note to Cupid and goes back to work. Not wanting to interrupt anymore Cupid reads the note that was given to her.
Miss Cupid, we know of your detention with us from Professor Rumplestiltskin. For your detention today you will be cleaning and sorting out the books in the left wing. Our assistant will be there to help in awhile. We will let you know when your detention is done.
P.S. SSSHHHHHH! No talking in the library!
Knowing where the left wing was, Cupid makes her way to the set destination. Cupid had a puzzled look on her face. She didn't know that The Evil Step-Librarians had an assistant. Did they hire one recently? Cupid shrugs off her puzzled expression. Not like it matter to Cupid anyway. Detention was detention, it was gonna be a bore either way.
~30 minutes later~
"Just a little further. I know I can reach it. Oh why doesn't this stupid ladder reach higher?"
Cupid had spent the last thirty minutes taking down the books at the first shelf she came to. She had one book left on the shelf at the very top. While the other books were fairly easy to get, Cupid accidentally pushed it out of her reach. Concentrating hard on getting the book Cupid never realised she was standing on the tips of her shoes to try and reach the book.
"Stupid book, just get into my hand." Cupid says as she stretches for the book and tries to grab it. "Oh where is that assistant? I could so use all the help. It's not like I have a group of mice or a fairy godmother to help me. Just as my roommate would say, 'This is so-not-just-right.'"
With all of her attention on getting the book, Cupid almost didn't notice the sound of footsteps entering the left wing. No one else had entered the wing since Cupid arrived so she figured it was finally the assistant arriving to help.
"About time you showed up! I could really, hmph, use your help here!"
"Sorry, sorry. Just let me put these books down."
Cupid paused what she was doing. She recognized that voice anywhere. Cupid looks down to see none other than Dexter carrying the books. He puts the books down and looks up to see Cupid staring at him. He gives a great big smile and waves at Cupid.
"De-Dexter!" Cupid stutters to herself.
Surprised by Dexter's appearance, she notices how high up on the ladder she really is and starts to lose her balance. Swinging her arm at a fast pace Cupid tries to regain her balance. Unfortunately Cupid was on the tips of her toes and is unable to regain balance. Her mind is paralyzed from fear, stopping her from screaming. The top of the bookshelf is slowing getting farther away from Cupid. The distance increase faster as Cupid falls to the ground. Cupid closes her eyes, waiting for the impact.
Dexter's hero training clicks in. He perfectly aligns himself under Cupid and catches her in his arms. Thanks to years of school training, Dexter keeps his stance steady and doesn't move an inch from his spot. Cupid is breathing heavily as she wraps her arms around Dexter's neck for stability. Besides looking scared Cupid seemed unharmed to Dexter. He sighed in relief, happy that Cupid was not hurt. While looking her over Dexter noticed how Cupid was able to perfectly fit in his arms.
"Well that's one way to get down, but next time lets leave the fall for Humphrey." Dexter says. trying to calm down Cupid with humour.
"Haha, you don't have to tell me twice."
Slowly, realization dawns on Cupid on where she is and who she was talking too. She looks down to see that Dexter is holding her in a bridal fashion and she has her arms around his neck. Dexter sees the concerned look on Cupids face and follows Cupids gaze. He too sees the position they are in. Both bring their heads up to look straight into each others eyes. Both lost in the eyes of the other for only a moment before noticing how close they were together. Dexter sets Cupid down as both turn a deep shade of red.
"So...Thanks for catching me."
"Yeah...no problem."
The silence created an uncomfortable feeling between the two increasing the awkwardness. Both were unsure of what to say to the other. Dexter was the first to break the silence.
"So...what were you doing so high up?"
"I was trying to reach the last book on the shelf. I got stuck with detention for a month. Now I gotta clean out the library."
"Wow royal fairy fail."
"Tell me about it. And I'm supposed to get help from the Evil Step-Librarians assistant. After working for half an hour, they still haven't shown up!"
"Uh Cupid." Dexter said trying to interupt Cupid. However, Cupid had some pent up frustration and was just getting started on telling Dexter everything. She started to pace back and forth, not noticing that Dexter was trying to say something.
"When did the Evil Step-Librarians even get an assistant? Probably some stupid troll-"
"Cupid."
"-trying to get some extra credit to pass their classes I bet. Oh I hope they show up soon so I can give them an earful about being late."
"Cupid!"
Cupid stops pacing and looks at Dexter.
"Oh sorry Dex, just needed to let off some steam. What did you want to say?"
"I'm the new library assistant."
Cupid stares at Dexter, blinks a couple of times and faints.
After waking up Cupid continuously said sorry to Dexter for ten minutes. Dexter, being the kind and humble Charming he was, laughed it off and told Cupid it was no big deal. Even after being forgiven Cupid just wanted to find the tallest tower and lock herself away from the rest of the fairy world in embarrassment.
Dexter, being taller than Cupid, climbed up the ladder and got the last book that Cupid was trying to get. While Cupid cleaned the shelving Dexter got to work organizing the books in proper order. The two worked together in a comfortable silence. Cupid took glances at Dexter whenever she could. She was finally beginning to feel happy working with Dexter. Detention might not be so bad for the next month if it meant working with Dexter.
"So Dex, what made you become the assistant for the Library? I mean it can't be all that magical working with those wicked Step-Librarians."
"My parents wanted me to work here, my mom especially. They told me that if I wanted to be a successful king knowledge is the most important thing for me. They wanted me to learn how a library works and what books I should keep. A library with plenty of books will always hold the answers to any problem or so I've been told."
There was a hint of sadness in Dexter's voice as he finished explaining why he was at the library. The tone didn't go unnoticed by Cupid.
"Why the sad tone Dex?"
"...I've been told time and time again by my parents, relatives, teachers, even friends that the library can solve any problem. Every problem except mine."
"And that problem would be?"
"Telling Raven how I feel."
Cupids heart sank. She had a feeling that was the problem Dexter had. Dexter noticed that Cupid was frowning. Unable to read the mood of the frown, he thought Cupid was frowning because of his problem.
"Hey don't be sad on my account. Detention is already bad enough, I don't need to dampen the mood."
"Yeah...of course...it's just…"
"Just what Cupid?"
Cupid was having a battle with herself. A part of her just wanted to shout out and tell Dexter how she felt. Another told her to just be quiet and get back to work. Unable to make up her mind, she said the first thing that came to mind when someone with a love problem was in front of her.
"Just...I could try and help you get closer to Raven."
Cupid was mentally kicking herself. The one chance to say something blown away.
"Really?! You'll help me convey my feelings to Raven?!"
"Sssuurree. What are friends for?"
"This is so gort! I mean great! You are the best Cupid!"
Dexter grabs Cupid in a big bear hug, lifting her off the ground. Even though it was for the wrong reason, Cupid couldn't help but melt in Dexters' arms. She was disappointed when Dexter was done hugging.
"So when can we start?"
"Woah, slow down Dex. I'm still in detention and you are still at work."
The excitement Dexter had in his eyes died down at what Cupid said. It didn't die completely though as there was still a small spark. Cupid was right, they were busy with their work. It's not like they could do lessons while working.
"..Or could we?" Dexter mumbled to himself.
"Dex you're mumbling again."
Dexter rubbed the back of his head in embarrassment. Cupid couldn't help but giggle. Cupid always thought Dexter had the cutest face when he was nervous or embarrassed.
"Sorry. I was just thinking what if you help me while we are here in the library?"
"What?"
"Think about it. We are both busy throughout the day this might be the only time for this month that we can meet up. While we both work you can help me."
"I don't know...I don't want to get caught talking. I always lose my hearing for an hour after getting an earful from the Evil Step-Librarians."
"Not a problem. They never go far from their desk. Besides this should pass the time while working."
Cupid was still unsure. While weighing her options she made the mistake of looking straight into Dexter's eyes. She lost her train of thought as she stared at Dexter's baby blue eyes. His eyes were shining in wait for Cupid's answer. She shook her head to get out of her daze. She gave a sigh of surrender. She could never say no to Dexter.
"Alright Dex. I can help with your situation as we work in the library."
Dexter cheered so loudly that one of the Evil Step-Librarians yelled back to stay quiet. Dexter blushed, but still gave out cheer, albeit a quiet one.
"You are the gortest Cupid!"
Before Cupid could reply the school bells went off. Cupid and Dexter looked at the clock and saw that it was 5 o'clock. Cupid's detention was over and Dexter was done helping for the day.
"Guess we'll start tomorrow then?" Dexter asked Cupid.
"Yeah, I got to get started on my che-myth-try homework."
"Awesome! I'll see you tomorrow Cupid. Have a great evening!"
"You too Dex."
As soon as Dexter left the room Cupid hung her head low.
"Oh Cupid, what have you gotten yourself into now?"
I am just the worst at doing this but I couldn't help it. I wanted this to be a one-shot but the potential I saw for this. I'm sorry soultaker78 hopefully my two stories will be to your liking.
Now that's off my chest what do you guys think? I don't know if I just have horrible searching skills but I don't think I've seen a nice long Dexter/Cupid story. So instead of a one-shot this will be multiple chapters.
I'm just digging my grave posting all these stories, but I have so many readers to please and so many stories in my head!
So anyway hope you guys like it. Until next time,
Morantis
