Bonjour à tous !
So I wasn't sure I would write, with the high temperatures and all I just wished to lay down on the ground and take cold showers after cold showers lmao. Surprisingly, I actually wrote everything on what I plan to do with the Book II. Something I never did.
So now I'm not just writing the chapters and seeing where this leads me, I actually know what I wanna do and…
Well, there's gonna be BIG CHANGES made to the plot. So, if something is obviously different, then it's probably meant to be and not just a mistake on my part (although it can still be so if you notice anything and you're not sure, please, tell me XD).
As I keep saying, I'm French and English works very differently. I also don't really know anything about grammar, I just go with the flow. So… yeah, telling me what mistakes I made is only gonna help me. Constructive criticism is always appreciated anyway.
This starts at Episode 7, Season 2. Honestly I was just too lazy to rewrite the very first episodes, because there isn't a lot I can do with them. There would've only be one little change and… It wasn't worth it.
You'll understand what happened don't worry, you just need to read… Well, everything.
Anyway, here is the chapter. Enjoy ^^
Winx4Ever : lots and lots of love to you !
VampireNinja1706 : Here, I hope you like it ^^ and thank you.
Heato-kun : Je n'ai pas regardé l'épisode de la saison 6 que tu cites (honnêtement j'ai pas vraiment regardé cette saison, j'ai juste un peu vu le début, peut-être le milieu, et sûrement la fin) mais ça me semblait bizarre que ce sujet n'ait pas été abordé de toute façon. Enfin, ça fait quelques années qu'elles vivent ensemble… Et pour Flora… oui, mais ça arrive donc 5 ans plus tard n'est-ce pas ? Je ne vais pas en dire plus XD
V : thank you ! I don't know why I always hesitate between the two. Maybe Brendon is more French ? Or American ? I don't know but thank you lmao
Everything was going well.
As a geek, she loved to discover new technologies. As for Timmy, being the romantic boy that he was, he decided to send her a lot of information about a virtual reality prototype his parents had access to, thanks to their relations. He knew she loved that kind of stuff, and she smiled brightly as she kept receiving pages of information.
She then proceeded to send him what she came up with, knowing his advice would come in handy in the future. She also asked him if he wished to test it out when it was finished, and if any other Specialist would like to try it out too.
Digit was also very excited, already reading everything her fairy had wrote down to see if she had any correction to make.
Timmy answered positively, excited by what his friend had achieved, and happy they would be able to meet tomorrow to discuss it together. After all, the Winx had received invitations to assist to Red Fountain's reopening. This meant that this time, they wouldn't have to break in.
She was busy asking him at what times he would be free, knowing he would be involved in a lot of show acts, when suddenly she heard a yell from the living room. She excused herself and got out of her shared bedroom with Musa, to see an angry Layla staring at an annoyed Bloom.
'What's happening here ?' Asked Stella, a towel on her head and a green mask on her face.
'She went to see him again,' explained Layla with gritted teeth.
Bloom crossed her arms and arched an eyebrow, deciding to stand up for herself while Flora looked worriedly between the two.
'So what ?'
'Are you serious ?'
'Layla, who are you talking about ?' Asked Musa as she took a step towards the fairy, trying to touch her arm.
But the Princess of Andros pushed her away, and stayed focused on the red head, anger burning in her eyes.
'Who do you think I'm talking about ? Valtor, of course !'
They all turned to Bloom, whose eyes widened before she scowled, and put her hands on her hips.
'I went to see Professor Avalon, so that he could help me find answers about my past,' she said.
'Then how do you explain the dark magic around you ? It reeks. It's powerful. Just like Valtor's magic was.'
The girls looked at each other, before giving another look at Bloom, who simply shrugged and rolled her eyes.
'Listen, I was with Professor Avalon. If you don't believe me that's your problem.'
With that, she went past Layla and into her own bedroom. The four girls looked at the fluids fairy, before she too decided to go into her room, letting the door slam behind her.
'What the hell just happened ?' Asked Musa.
Stella shrugged as she got back inside her bedroom, still weak after spending so much time underground, and Flora bit her lower lip as she followed the red head, probably to try and get some answers.
Musa groaned as she saw everyone retreating and did the same, while the pink haired girl realized that there was something strange going on.
She sat back at her desk to think.
She believed in Layla. This wasn't some random fairy who would pick on someone. She was a Princess, and most of the time she was the wisest of them. She'd been exposed to dark magic for so long that it was no wonder if she felt something, while the rest of them didn't.
She sighed and put her head in her hands, closing her eyes to focus.
Layla said she felt dark energy around Bloom. But Bloom said she was with Avalon.
So that meant that either Bloom was lying, or Avalon was hiding something.
'What're you thinking about ?' Asked her friend, putting down her guitar.
The look Tecna had on her face said it all. She had a theory, and it meant she would give her a speech. A very long one.
'I think we have a new mystery to solve.'
Musa let herself fall back on her bed, groaning once again as her Pixie looked disapprovingly at her attitude.
Of course they would be the one to investigate when they had no clue about anything.
She took her books out of her bag and put them on the shelves angrily, ignoring the tears rolling down her face. Lockette and Chatta were silent, watching the red head with worry in their eyes, while the flower fairy stood behind her friend, unsure of how to proceed.
'Bloom are you-'
'I'm fine Flora.'
It was obvious she wasn't. Even if the flower fairy couldn't see her face, she probably could see her shoulders moving up and down as the sobs escaped her, or hear her sniff as quietly as she could.
The red head jumped when she felt a hand on her shoulder, but didn't let it affect her and kept emptying her school bag.
'Bloom, you're not okay.'
She laughed, and she knew that it wasn't fair to ignore her friend as she tried to help. But honestly she had no idea why she was in this state. She got angry with Layla too fast. She completely lost control of her emotions and actions.
Every day the sadness and guilt in her grew stronger, and she couldn't help but snap at anyone who dared to do something wrong in her presence. It was horrible, and she hated herself for it, but in the moment she couldn't stop herself.
That's exactly what happened with Layla. The girl was just trying to get answers pacifically, but somehow it escalated, and Bloom knew it was her fault. She taunted her, and refused to give her full answers before the rest of their friends showed up, and she realized just what exactly she had been doing.
She acted like a bad person, and right now she just wanted to hide and escape. What she did was unfair, and she didn't understand her own actions. It wasn't like her. But ever since the start of this second year, she'd been so mad at everything that…
'Bloom, talk to me.'
She whirled around, not even bothering to get rid of the tears on her face.
'What do you want me to tell you Flora ?' She asked as the other girl brought her hand back to her chest, her eyes widening. 'I don't understand what happened and I don't understand why I got so angry but I'm just too tired ! I don't want to think about it, so leave me alone.'
She turned back and took her pajamas and towel before exiting her bedroom, leaving a speechless fairy behind her.
But she couldn't care less, because some part of her was frightened to the core.
She enjoyed the shock on her friend's face, and it made everything worse.
The only person that seemed to understand her nowadays was the Professor Avalon. He did everything he could so she would have answers, and she was so glad for all the efforts he put into her.
From the day he rescued them in Darkar's Fortress, she'd been certain he would be an important part of her life. He defeated the Trix in a matter of seconds, and they hadn't been able to do anything about it. Even if she thought it had been weird at first for him to be there when they needed him, she quickly got over it and focused on what he could give her.
Sometimes she feared she was asking for too much, especially when he made time for her after class, so she would be able to dive back into her subconscious and make other discoveries. So far, she'd been able to remember her mom's lullaby, and she cried about it for an hour. And he stayed with her, holding her.
Something switched in her. She knew she wanted more answers. The only person who could help her achieve that would be Avalon. He was the only professor who seemed to really care about her, and who actually wanted to help her.
Unlike Mrs. Faragonda, he never hid something from her. Every time something wrong or dangerous happened, he immediately made sure she was okay, and tried to give her as much information as he could about Domino.
Unlike Mrs. Griselda, he didn't just look at her with a sad face, obviously pitying her. On the contrary, he encouraged her to be more daring, assuring her she was brave, and made sure she was building up her confidence.
Unlike Professor Palladium, she actually got straight answers about what Domino had been, and was like now. She knew more about the magic the people possessed there. She learned about the Dragon Flame, and all of its abilities. For example, the power she used on Layla to heal her was actually a normal power to have. She wasn't restricted to fire.
But above all, unlike Valtor, he didn't have any underlying motivation. The price to pay for his help was getting good grades, and always give the best of herself. He was there for her when she wasn't feeling well, or had doubts.
He didn't look at her like she was some kind of fragile doll who could break, but like an actual fairy who could stand up to danger. He acknowledge that she defeated Icy on her own, and didn't need a knight in shining armor to rescue her.
What she needed though, was for someone to be there by her side. To never let her down.
Sky had laughed and said she had a crush on her professor, which she didn't bother to deny.
She didn't really know what she felt towards this professor, but it was something entirely new. She trusted him, like no one else before. She knew that whatever the problem was, he would try to fix it. He would always try to get her side of the situation before judging her.
He was reassuring, and comforting. She felt safe with him.
But she was growing angry nonetheless. She just couldn't bear to look at Layla anymore, because her anger immediately got the best of her. She hated accusations, or to be labeled as a liar.
It took her a long time to understand this, but she didn't need to tell her friends everything. Avalon had made it very clear that she could hide some parts of her life if it would hurt the people closest to her.
For the first time in her life, she started forgiving herself for freeing the dark wizard. Her friends had tried to tell her, but her professor had succeeded in proving to her that she could not be blamed for trying to survive.
She knew that something was wrong with her, she was just too negative right now. But she wanted answers, and she would get them as quickly as she could.
She got into her hot shower, and let it relax her.
The least she could do for herself was to get a good night sleep.
She didn't want to look tired in front of Professor Avalon.
The flower fairy had a restless night, and sighed when the first rays of the sun entered their bedroom. Bloom was sleeping soundly, as were both of their pixies.
She refused to believe her friend was seeing Valtor secretly. First, because Bloom was a terrible liar, and eventually came out about what she'd done on her own. Secondly, because she saw how hard she worked to please their teacher. They talked together after classes, and she knew they were onto something.
She noticed her friend looked paler though. Sometimes unhealthy. Her appetite had decreased drastically, and she was getting weaker every week. As if she was sick, but she went to the infirmary and the nurse had found nothing. All she could do was give the red head some days of rest, but she was still as weak as before when she went back to class.
Lockette had said she felt something was wrong with her fairy through their bond, but couldn't quite say what. Every time she tried to talk about it with Bloom, she would shrug and change the subject. Most of the time, she was focusing on one of Avalon's homework.
The bond between the Winx and their pixies was still very fresh. Layla had explained that it would take some time before they could really identify what the other was feeling, simply because their connection was still weak. Even she had troubles with Piff sometimes.
Believing that Valtor was behind it all would make it easier, she thought as she finally got out of bed and went straight for the showers.
But ever since Bloom came out to them about what happened in Omega, she made sure to tell them every time she met him on purpose, to make sure they would know what happened if she ever disappeared, or simply to avoid lying to her friends.
Although she was certain Bloom had something to do with Valtor suddenly stopping his attacks, she knew she wouldn't ask any questions. She would let her friend speak up when the time had come, as she always did.
Most likely, she was waiting for the opportunity to tell them all at once, when Layla wasn't there. After all, the fluids fairy was now a member of the Winx Club, and they all spent most of their times together.
Flora wondered how she would she react if she learned that it was Bloom who actually got rid of Valtor's influence. Would she be angry and ask why she didn't act sooner ? Would she try to tell everyone the truth ? Would she just stop talking to them ? Would she thank Bloom ?
Humming a tune so off-key it would make Musa scream at her, she started dressing up for the day, back in her room while Bloom was slowly emerging. She wanted to look good today, for the grand reopening of Red Fountain.
Although the boys were already back in school, it seemed they prepared something for the occasion. Probably to celebrate their victory against the witches, and once again show how good the Specialists were.
Stella had really rubbed off on her. A year ago she would've gone with a simple dress and simple shoes. Now she made sure everything matched, and even added a bit of jewelry.
She heard snickers, and turned around to see the three other occupants of the room look at her with stars in their eyes while their hands hid their mouths.
She smiled and blushed at the same time. It made the others laugh even more, and she suddenly took a pillow from her bed and threw it at them. It only got the pixies, as Bloom immediately threw herself to the ground and grabbed what she needed before running out, probably into Stella's bedroom.
When the two pixies showed their angry faces, it made Flora burst out laughing and she forgot about her dark thoughts, going around her plants to make sure everything was alright as she waited for all the girls to be ready.
Stella forced them all out of the dorms when they seemed ready, while Layla lightly complained about not getting her breakfast. Her comment was lost in space when Stella teleported them in front of Red Fountain.
Soon enough, they were passing the gates and entered the arena, not batting an eyelash when Bloom told them she would seek out Professor Avalon to tell him where they were going.
Riven made some comments about her being the teacher's pet once she was gone, but Musa quickly smacked his back for it.
Flora eventually sat down while her friends talked in front of the arena, too tired to stay on her two feet. Stella had helped to hide the bags under her eyes, but even makeup couldn't help for how tired she was feeling.
She smiled as she saw Layla and Riven engage in a heated discussion about fighting techniques, and let her eyes slide to Musa, whose smile was slowly disappearing. Flora bit her lower lip, unsure of what to do. After all, the music fairy had never openly expressed her feelings for the Specialist, although it was clear for all of them that she did have a crush on him.
She sighed, realizing this could potentially turn out to be a problem, before looking around her and freeze when she realized someone was sitting right next to her, drawing the birds in front of them.
She'd been so tired and lost in her thoughts that she didn't even look around her before sitting down, and could now understand the curious looks she was getting from Stella.
The blonde was also putting her thumbs up and winking. Flora just rolled her eyes, and huffed.
That got the boy's attention. From the corner of her eyes she saw him look up from his drawing, and turn his head towards her. At that moment, she was pretty sure she turned as red as a tomato, but still forced herself to look at him, and smile.
Her eyes slowly drifted to the paper he had in hand, and her eyes widened.
'I love how you drew the nature in the back, it's really beautiful,' she said in a hush.
His eyebrows went up, and he slightly tilted his head.
'You're the first person to notice it.'
She laughed awkwardly and stood up, but before she could even try to escape, he spoke up.
'I'm Helia.'
She looked back at him, her heart pounding in her chest.
'M-My name is Flora.'
He nodded and smiled, before she scurried back to her friends, just as Bloom appeared and they all found their own seats. Bloom sat as far as she could from Layla and looked down, just as the other fairy narrowed her eyes, sensing something.
'I'm sorry ladies, have you seen a tall and handsome professor around here ?'
'No, we didn't see anyone.'
The three girls answered unanimously, and although it was a bit creepy, Bloom didn't question it and thanked them, going straight ahead. After all, they looked like witches, and she didn't expect anything normal coming from such girls.
Somehow, her professor had disappeared, and she couldn't explain it. She met the two Headmistresses, and the Headmaster of Red Fountain. She also saw some Cloud Tower teachers, but nothing when it came to her own favorite professor.
Eventually, she stopped running around and started walking back to the entrance, knowing the show would start in less than an hour. She wished to greet the Specialists and wish them all luck before their performance.
If she was honest with herself, she knew she went looking for her professor because it also was an easy excuse to avoid Layla. Every time the Princess saw her, she showed her annoyance in some way, even if it wasn't intentional.
It hurt each time, but Bloom could understand the fairy. That's why she never talked about it. She had done something extremely wrong, and it cost a lot to the Kingdom of Andros, even if it wasn't intentional, and couldn't just expect their Princess to forgive her immediately.
What she didn't understand was why she thought she was seeing Valtor. That was still a mystery she wanted to solve eventually, but she was way too focused on finding her parents for now. Layla would have to wait.
She turned around a corner, and jumped, before glaring at the laughing wizard.
'What are you doing here ?' She asked, annoyed.
One of his eyebrows went up at her tone, and he studied her, his infuriating smirk plastered on his face. It made her angry. She felt herself tense and clenched her fists, knowing her emotions were starting to get the best of her, once again.
This time, though, she was facing someone extremely dangerous, and she couldn't let herself go.
'Well, what has got you in such a good mood ?'
'You being here. Aren't you supposed to hide ?'
He frowned, and she narrowed her eyes in return.
She was tired of him appearing where she was whenever he wished to. They made a promise, but she never heard from him again, until today. She had absolutely no way to contact him, or to find him. He was the one in charge, and she hated it.
Now, she had her professor who could help her find her parents. He was the safer option. Maybe she should just break the deal she made with the wizard, and focus on what her professor could offer her.
'I have news abo-'
'Listen, I have to get in. You can tell me what you found out later.'
She went past him, making sure there was enough space between them so he wouldn't be able to grab her by the wrist, and never looked back.
She didn't miss the shock on his face, which quickly turned into a scowl, while she tried to stay emotionless.
She eventually found her friends, and made sure she would be far away from Layla. The fairy would probably feel the dark magic once again, and she didn't want to fight right now. Not in the middle of the arena, where her secret could come out if they got too angry.
She talked, laughed, and admired the transformation of Red Fountain. She was marveled as she watched her friends fight and make a spectacular show for them, but still, she couldn't ignore this dark feeling inside of her.
Once again, she was thrilled because she'd been rude to someone.
How pathetic was that.
She watched him with narrowed eyes.
She only got out for a second, looking for Brandon. She honestly couldn't care less about the other Specialists, and simply wished to spend some time with her boyfriend. But a dark figure caught her attention.
It was walking away and into a deserted part of the new school, and she followed it. It took only a few seconds to recognize the big coat, the long hair and the boots. When he stopped and raised a hand in front of him, probably to teleport himself out of the school, she cleared her throat.
He turned around slowly, with a raised eyebrow. Apparently, he knew she was there, but had no intention of talking to her.
'The Princess of Solaria ? What could I possibly do for you ?' He still asked, a tight smirk on his face.
She tilted her head. For the first time since she knew him, he seemed disturbed. Although she only ever saw him twice.
'What are you doing here ?'
'What, your friend didn't tell you ?'
She frowned, confused, while he started laughing. A very fake laugh.
'Oh well, that's your loss.'
'Wait !'
He huffed.
'What are you doing here ?'
He smiled, looking towards the sky, before looking back at her.
'I had some business to attend to. I also was going to warn you, so you could prepare for what's to come, but it seems it's too late.'
Stella turned around, and saw a purple monster flying towards the arena. Her eyes widened when she realized her friends would be the main target, and she transformed without thinking. She looked behind her to see the wizard ready to pass a portal, and she stopped him once again.
Now he looked annoyed, and she hesitated, but stood her ground. It was too late to back down anyway, unless she wanted to make him even more angry.
'Is there any way we can reach you ?'
Bloom told her how infuriating it was to know the wizard could find her, but they couldn't. This could very well be her only opportunity.
He laughed, and waved his hand. A bit of parchment appeared above her, and she read it immediately. Her eyes widened in surprise.
'But that's-'
Looking up, she realized he had disappeared. She sighed, before realizing the battle had begun in the arena as panicked screams reached her ears, and she flew away.
Going back to their dorms was something they were all waiting for at the end of the day.
Musa and Tecna disappeared in their bedrooms, ready for a good night sleep, while Stella planned to stay on the phone with Brandon until she was certain he wasn't hurt. Flora was in a daze, knowing that in her purse she would find a beautiful drawing of herself, not noticing Layla who all but ran into her room.
Working as a team with Bloom had been hard for the water fairy.
She knew the girl had good intentions, and she seemed to be fighting tooth and nail to get rid of the beast. But it didn't make the situation better. Layla couldn't get over the fact that there was indeed some dark magic around her.
The other girls completely ignored her warning, and chose to believe the red head. She couldn't blame them, honestly. They knew Bloom a lot better than she did, but that didn't make it better. If denial was clouding their judgement, it would be very bad for everyone. Especially if Bloom was indeed working with Valtor.
The next week, she tried to remain calm, and made sure not to ask too many questions. Most of the time, she would get out of the room whenever Bloom came in, or simply stare in another direction.
But it was too much to ask of her.
She couldn't just stay quiet. This was the man who almost took over her Kingdom, and could've ruined the lives of the entire Dimension if he had continued on this path. For some reason, he decided to stop at once one day, but the damage had already been done.
She agreed to keep her secret, but maybe that had been the wrong choice. After all, she didn't know anything about Bloom, except that she made a good first impression. She never had doubts about her, until she saw her transform and realized the truth.
It's true she'd been shaken to the core. It was almost unimaginable that this girl would ally herself with one of the worst villains ever known, let alone the one who helped destroy her Kingdom.
When she called for help to free the pixies, she was the one to answer first, and was in her Kingdom in a matter of hours. She never retreated, and always did her best to help while on their mission, always keeping an eye out for Stella, Sky or Brandon. Even her.
Bloom refused that more of them went in, scared for their lives and acknowledging that some powers would not work in the underground. Instead, they left the rest of their team outside, so that if any problem arose, they would still be able to come and get them.
She looked like she would give her life for those she cared about, and she seemed honest. Layla couldn't understand why she would now lie to them all, just to go to that wizard. But she couldn't ignore the dark aura around her every time she got back to their rooms when the sun had set.
She let her eyes drift to Piff, who slept soundly on her desk, before sighing and looking at the ceiling, as if it held the answers to all of her questions.
She felt the dark magic seep through the walls before someone actually entered their dorm.
She gritted her teeth, and readied herself to have another heated talk with the red head. This was just too much dark magic, and she was surprised no one else had sensed it.
But she found herself at a loss for words when she opened her door, her eyes widening slightly.
What she found in the living room was a very pale girl, with knees shaking and glazed eyes. Professor Avalon was with her, helping her stay up, looking apologetic.
'We went too far, too quickly, I fear.'
She nodded slowly, before showing the way to Bloom's bedroom and opened the door for them, letting the Professor put her on her own bed. The red head drifted to sleep almost immediately, and the fluids fairy doubted the red head even knew she was back in her bed.
Layla tilted her head, a simple question on her mind.
'Why don't you bring her to the infirmary ? She seems very weak.'
'She just needs rest, I assure you.'
He smiled and gave her a pat on the head, before walking out.
She noticed that, if Bloom did have a dark aura around her, it was nothing compared to what she could feel around their professor. Their whole dorm had reeked of dark magic, but it entirely vanished when he got out.
'Layla, what happened ?' Asked Flora, her eyes full of worry as she carefully stepped closer to Bloom.
'She really was with Avalon,' she breathed out, her eyes darting between the door and the exhausted fairy.
Oki Doki that's it for today.
When I originally thought it was finished (and sent it to my friend so she could give me some advice and once again, correct my many mistakes lmao) it was only 3k words. Now have a 5k chapter. I think we can all thank her XD
So, if you didn't understand… Instead of Layla showing up with only Piff with her at Alfea after stupidly facing Lord Darkar on her own, the fairy actually called her friends so they could help her all at once. Only Bloom, Stella, Sky and Brandon went in because Bloom thought it was better, and everything that happens in the show after that is what happens in my fic.
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