The Only Thing I'm Missing

by Chrome Hearts

He was always the mysterious one; the one whom people were always cautious around. She was the outgoing one; quick to make friends. But, with an unlikely turn of events, she retreated into an impenetrable shell. He was the only one who could help her. She built a protective wall around her heart to stop herself from getting hurt. He broke it down.

16. Fourteen: Letters Home

Title; The Only Thing I'm Missing
Repertoire; 14 Letters Home.
Authoress; Chrome Hearts
Fandom; My Candy Love
Main Focus; Lysander x Candy
Rating; K

A/N: Second last chapter. Whooo! I'll finally be able to sleep properly again after this has finished. (Been staying up to all ungodly hours of the morning trying to power through these chapters) That means more time to work on assignments. Le sigh. TT_TT
Just because it seemed relatively unclear in the previous chapter, I hope the first part of this chapter clears things up a bit.

Disclaimer; All publicly recognizable characters, settings, etc. are the property of their respective owners. The original characters and plot are the property of the author. The author is in no way associated with the owners, creators, or producers of any media franchise. No copyright infringement is intended.

~The Only Thing I'm Missing~

I twirled the familiar pink slip between my fingers and I moved slowly down the hallway towards the Student Council room. It seemed, well, to me at least, that Nathaniel only called me out of class nowadays when my classroom was on the farthest side of the school. Jo Jo, bored from the easily completed end of year worksheet in Forensic Science had decided to accompany me, the soles of her shoes clicking lightly on the tiled floor. Well, she wasn't exactly accompanying me, per se. No, more so we left at the same time and headed in the same direction. She was meeting with Castiel for a romantic lunch at Acoustic Café, a small café on the outskirts of Sweet Amoris that specialised in acoustic live shows.
I gave my best friend a hug goodbye.
"Have fun," I said waving as she continued down the hallway.
Turning around, Jo Jo flashed me a cheeky grin, sticking her tongue out.
"You too. Tell Your Majesty I said hello."
I shook my head, laughing at her as I shoved open the door to the Student Council room. Nathaniel stood opposite a book case in the far right corner of the brightly lit room, his fingers hovering above the spine of a particularly vintage looking book.
I mock-curtseyed at him as I entered the room.
"Who's detentions am I giving out today, Natty?" I asked.
Nathaniel laughed softly, gesturing to a chair opposite his favoured desk.
"You haven't changed, Janiel."
I shrugged as I crossed the room , taking a seat on the hard, plastic chair.
"Why would I?" I asked tilting my head to the side slightly.
Nathaniel smiled.
"So, what's this I hear about you and Lysander? The both of you are dating, yes?"
I furrowed my brow.
"How is it you know everything that goes on in the school?"
Nathaniel's smile widened and he tapped the side of his nose with a long fingertip.
"I have my ways," he said simply. "Are you dating?"
I looked down. "I can't exactly call it dating. I mean, you…"
"I have no feelings for you whatsoever if that's what you're concerned about, Janiel. I moved on when you left the country. Remember that conversation we had by the lake?"
I nodded slowly and Nathaniel's golden eyes sparkled.
"That was me letting you go."
I grinned at him. "So, you don't oppose to it whatsoever?"
He shook his head. "No. If Lysander makes you happy, well then I'm happy."
At this, I furrowed my brows. "But Tyson-"
Nathaniel lowered his eyes and stared at his desk.
"I know. And I'm truly sorry for that. My actions then were a way of reflecting the pain I once felt. I wish it didn't have to end on bad terms with Tyson."
"So do I," I said softly, getting to my feet. "If there's no paperwork to hand out, I'm going to head back to class. I've got a test I need to finish."
Nathaniel nodded his approval as I started for the door. I'd just reached out for the smooth metal door handle when Nathaniel called out once more.
"Oh, and Janiel?"
I looked over my shoulder, he sat, paperwork already scattered in front of him. "Yes?"
He smiled, his golden eyes sparkling.
"We will find Tyson, don't worry."

~The Only Thing I'm Missing~

"Good afternoon," Lysander smiled kissing me lightly on my forehead as I placed my books into my locker. "I trust that your visit to see Nathaniel was relatively uneventful?"
I tilted my head to the side. "Yes, why? Wait a second, how do you-"
Lysander's smile widened and he flashed his beautiful white teeth, the colour of glittering pearl.
"Jo Jo," he said.
I shook my head, the corners of my lips tugging upwards.
"That girl."
Lysander laced his fingers with mine and we made our way slowly out of the school and through the streets of Sweet Amoris in a more than comfortable silence; neither of us felt the need to talk, instead, just enjoying each other's presence.
Much to my surprise, however, it was Lysander who decided to break it.
"Do I have to have you home early tonight, or can you stay out for a while?"
I smiled up at him, brushing his silvery hair off his face.
"Castiel won't be mad if that's what you're worried about."
Lysander gently lifted my hand to his lips and kissed it lightly.
"Good," he said, his mismatched eyes sparkling. "I need to show you something."
I stuck my tongue out at him.
"I already know how to forget. You've already showed me how to do that."
A small smile plays across Lysander's face and he releases my hand, instead draping his arm around my waist, pulling me closer to him as we walked.
"No," he said softly. "Something else."
He turned down a small gravel path, one that I had never seen before. We were on the side of town that was completely foreign to me.
"Just up here," he smiled and I frowned.
"Just up here," I mimicked. "Up the tallest hill in Sweet Amoris."
Lysander looked down at me, amused.
"If you'd like, I can carry you up."
I shook my head quickly. "No thank you. I could do with the exercise."
Laughing, Lysander's strong arms wrapped around my legs and my lower back as he scooped me upwards in one fluid motion, before he began climbing the hill.
"You don't have a choice love," he said, kissing my lips softly.
As we crested the top of the hill, Lysander gently placed me on a large rock. To the side stood a tall oak tree, a small swing made out of a plank of wood and old rope hung from the strong branches.
The entire town of Sweet Amoris was spread out below us, the street lamps slowly flickering on as the sky ignited in hues of orange, pink, purple and navy.
"I used to come here all the time when I first moved here," Lysander said gently as he took a seat on the rock next to me. "It always seemed to clear my mind. It's a place where I could be alone," he turned to look at me and smiled, tucking a lock of my ebony hair behind my ear. "But now, I'm glad I get to share it with someone."
Lysander pulled my into his warm chest as we watched the sun gently fall behind the horizon, on its never-ending loop to light up the rest of the world, and the once colourful sky turned into a deep shade of navy. The small streetlamps of Sweet Amoris twinkled below us in the darkness, the milky white half-moon moving in the suns stead. Above us, thousands of stars were suspended magically in the night sky, each one glittering like a small diamond.
"Beautiful, isn't it?" Lysander smiled as he took off his coat, placing it over my shoulders as the air began to cool considerably. "This is what I wanted to show you."
"It's perfect," I murmured as my eyes darted from one star to another.
A thin white light flashed across the navy sky, my eyes darting after it.
"A shooting star!" I breathed, and from my side, Lysander chuckled.
"Make a wish."
I closed my eyes briefly, my wish running through my mind, and when I opened my eyes, Lysander nodded as though he knew what I had wished for.
We remained there in silence for a short while longer, transfixed by the night sky's radiant beauty when Lysander got to his feet quietly.
"Come on, Janiel. I better get you home now, it's getting late."
He offered me a hand and, helping me to my feet, he entwined our fingers.
"Do you need me to carry you back down the hill?"
I laughed, gently pushing into his side.
"I think I can manage."

~The Only Thing I'm Missing~

Inviting Lysander in for a cup of tea before he headed home, I made my way into the kitchen.
"Castiel?" I called. "Are you home yet?"
Castiel grunted his reply, entering the kitchen from the opposite door.
"No," he said sarcastically, nodding to acknowledge Lysander's presence. "I'm still out."
I flicked the switch on the kettle, leaning against the kitchen bench.
"Of course, Cas."
Castiel crossed the room, placing a small envelope on the bench between Lysander and I.
"It's for you," he said simply. "Doesn't have a return address."
I looked down at the small envelope, sliding it across the bench and into my hands.
I traced my finger along the surface of the scratchy writing on the front.
"Janiel Maalik," I said slowly before turning it over and tearing the side, sliding the contents out.
Unfolding the small piece of paper, I gasped, my eyes darting over it.
Lysander's brows creased with worry and he took the letter out of my hands, a small smile forming on his face.
"He's alive."
A small rumble echoed from the back of Castiel's throat and he tilted his head to the side, his shaggy red mane falling across his face.
"Care to read it out?"
Lysander nodded, his silky voice filling the kitchen.
"Janiel,
I'm sorry I left. It was a childish mistake, but once my mind had been made up, I guess I couldn't just come back. I understand completely if you now hate me for the choices I've made, but, believe me; they have made me into a better person. I'm now stronger. Please don't look for me. Just be happy. Be content with your life. I'm not sure when I'm going to come home, if ever, but when we do cross paths again, I expect to see you smiling like you used to.
I'm sorry for all of the pain I have caused you.
Tyson. "
The breath caught in my throat and I could feel the tears slowly begin to fall down my cheeks.
Lysander got to his feet immediately and moved to my side, one arm wrapping around my waist, the other wiping the tears from my eyes gently.
"Well, love," he smiled. "You got your wish. He's alive."
I nodded as I buried my face in his chest, a small smile of my own tugging the corners of my lips upwards.
"Yes, and now all that's left to do is wait for him to come home."

~The Only Thing I'm Missing~

This technically is the 'last chapter' of the series. But I will be writing an epilogue as well. That way, everyone gets their happily ever after.
Hope you enjoyed the update!

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