choose your fav flower friend
Yuzu - the yuusona of this Au.
Sian - childhood friend and older sister figure to Yuzu.
Anthe - (Sian's twin brother) he is also a laughter born fairy/pixie but is a tinker talent fairy unlike Sian.
'Prince' - he is a long time friend of Sian and Anthe. Sian teases him by nicknaming him 'my prince' just to mess with him when having to introduce her to new ppl. Prince is same age as Sian and Anthe. I haven't settled on a permanent name for this oc so until then I'm referring him as 'Prince'.
Charlotte - 9 year old human girl who lives in the village near Yuzu's cottage. Charlotte loves venturing to the cottage and playing games with Yuzu.
Yuzu's younger brother (he's like 12-13yrs old)
Yuzu's deceased parents.
Princes older Brother the current king of his hometown.
& Prince's parents
Man the plot bunny is really at it in after part 1 of the nightmare.
So many interesting directions I could go for events occuring in response to the last paragraph in part 1.
Like what about the person who knock on Aria's door? Who was it? Why were they knocking at her door? What have they heard, if anything?
And then there's Aria.
Where did she end up? What area or situation did Aria teleport herself into?
Is Aria alone or not? Is she stuck at this new location?
So many entertaining ideas. My brain is very entertained with where I ended part 1.
I did have a specific scenario vaguely planned out before I started writing part 1. However I could have that be another night.
I mean who said Aria teleporting away after a nightmare was a one time thing. Obviously I'm not having my poor girl experience nightmares daily, but maybe once every two weeks max, however would like it be once every few months minimum.
I'll figure it out later, probably
For now I'll have fun daydreaming about Aria and the twst Bois for a while.
Maybe even throw a Yumi in the daydreaming as well.
Aria Whitecourt backstory
Timeline 2
Spoiler warning for Book 6 content of Twisted wonderland under the read more cut.
Aria was born in the Queendom of Roses, and her childhood was spent in clocktown. She lived alone with just her mother, and they had relatives living nearby. She lived a block away from Deuce.
Ms. Whitecourt and Ms. Spade used to be coworkers for a bit before Aria's mom got another job nearby, but they still met up and had their kids play together as friends. So, Aria and Deuce were childhood friends. Aria is 2 years older than Deuce.
đ (differences in timeline start here)
Around 13-14 years old Aria accidently uses her teleportation magic on instinct from getting spooked/startled by something or someone and ended up in another world, one without magic. This occurs right before or at the beginning of Deuce's delinquent phase.
Upon waking up in the magic less world she quickly realizes she is unable to teleport back to Twisted wonderland. Leading to her getting sent to the nearest orphanage lost and stuck in this unfamiliar world until the NRC carriage comes for her years later.
It doesn't take long before Aria gets adopted by a sweet elderly couple who encourages Aria to make friends and get outside the house. Aria usually prefers to stay by them and help them out with chores and tends to the garden.
Two years later Aria ends up at NRC at age 16. She wakes up at NRC during Trey and Cater's entrance ceremony, no Grim fiasco occurs during said ceremony. During this timeline Aria is a fellow Junior alongside Trey and Cater.
Time to reveal who Aria is related to in the twst cast.
Lilia had a fling/stated temporary relationship with Ms. Whitecourt for the duration of his vacation trip at the Queendom of Roses prior to adopting Silver. Lilia left the area before Ms Whitecourt found out she was pregnant.
I can see Lilia being vague and not giving much info about himself to Aria's mother, since he wasn't planning to interact with them or visit them again after his vacation/trip ends.
I think Lilia finds out Aria is his biological daughter he never knew he had, mid to end of his freshmen year with Malleus. However, I can also see Lilia not informing Aria of his revelation and keeping her in the dark about this whole thing, continuing to hanging out with her, until eventually Aria finds out herself during the middle of her second year at NRC about Lilia being her biological father who never knew her mom was pregnant before he left the Queendom of Roses.
In this timeline Aria gets a better idea what caused the overblot apocalypse in timeline 1 and is even successful in stopping the Styx overblot apocalypse. Aria did bump into Rook and followed him to Island of Woe with Epel.
Aria and Grim don't really cross paths in this timeline. Grim does cause chaos during Ace's Entrance ceremony like in the game, they just chased another poor NRC student (a random npc probably?). Grim also could've crossed paths with Aria briefly right after Riddles overblot. Grim keeps infiltrating into NRC and hid in Heartslabyul during Riddle's overblot and ate the overblot stone. Grim does the same for all the other overblots and probably even uses Ramshackle as his secret hideout.
Anyways in this timeline Grim does overblot near the end of Aria's 3rd year at NRC. This overblot causes Aria to use her unique magic yet again and rewrites the timeline once more
This is timeline 2 where Aria got to be at NRC at age 16 and have more time to bond with the 2nd and 3rd years from timeline 3. Hell Aria, even befriended Malleus before his 3rd year at NRC and was part of his club. the strong trust and comfortability with each other is still present in timeline 3 However Malleus won't remember their friendship from this timeline. Technically Aria won't remember either, but she has the ability to remember past timelines at least.
Theres also cute bonding between 3rd year Aria and Freshmen Deuce in this timeline. As Deuce looks up to her and is trying to be a better person for both Aria and his mother.
Want to see the backstory to the other timelines?
Timeline 1, Timeline 3
This was PatrΞon's May Illustration â¨â¨
Found family is the best family.
So far, it's just full of twisted wonderland fanfiction, Aus that include my OCS for twst.
(twisted wonderland AU)
Oc Bios:
Yuzu
Sian
Sian and Yuzu's background
List of ocs from this AU
Prologue:
Before NRC orientation
Waking up in NRC
NRC prologue Summary
Book 1:
Heartslabyul Summary
Book 2:
A familiar face among the sea of students
OC Vignette:
Sian PE Uniform
Yuzu PE Uniform
Below will be about my OCs inspired from @return-to-twisted-wonderland blog. I encourage you to check out their blog if u enjoy the return home au shenanigans.
Character Bios:
Yumi Saito
Aria Whitecourt
Aria Whitecourt The past that never was (forgotten timeline version)
Backstory & Lore
Yumi's backstory Timeline 3 Aria's backstory: Timeline 1, Timeline 2, Timeline 3 Aria crossing worlds explained Aria's Unique magic ⨠Aria's pocket watch â
OC Vignettes: TBD
Main Story related:
Aftermath of book 1 overblot
Ms. Whitecourt's visit to NRC
Book 3 the OCS argument
The Nightmare: Part 1, Part 2, Part 3
Missing Heartslabyul student panic: Intro/idea,
Ace - part 1,
Deuce - part 1,
Head canons: Cater, Trey, and Riddle.
Winter Night thoughts (Yumi oneshot)
Dreaming once more in a field of flowers (Aria oneshot)
(my current status will list how many wips for this blog I have and how far along they are)
Post last updated/edited: May 10, 2025
I hate when my draft decides to post instead of saving as a draft.
Groans
I just wanted to edit it a tad and save but no Tumbler said post it instead and I had undo that.
It's a bit of a hassle but at least it's better than actually losing the whole document and having to start again from scratch.
I've been asked before about more info about these silly characters of mine and even though I hoped to draw most of it I thought it would be nice to write it down too. I am not English or the best writer so I did ask chat GPT to format it better for me!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Riddle x King of Hearts oc Simply how they met and to communicate Prim's personality a bit better! Like the King of Hearts, often forgotten but happy :) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Story under the line ~
Riddleâs POV
The Night Raven College library was Riddle Roseheartsâ havenâa place where rules were respected, order was preserved, and silence reigned supreme. At least, it was supposed to.
The soft symphony of pages turning and quills scratching was disrupted by bursts of giggling and whispers. Riddleâs brows furrowed, his concentration shattered.
The offenders were four girls from Lady Mystic College, currently permitted to use the library while their own was under renovation. They sat at a table in the far corner, their uniforms pristine and polished, yet their behavior anything but.
Three of them leaned in close, whispering and snickering, their laughter bubbling up despite the clear disapproval of nearby students. The fourth girl, however, sat quietly at the edge of the group.
Riddle hadnât noticed her at first, his irritation focused on the noise. But as he rose from his seat and made his way toward them, she caught his eye.
She was smaller than her friends, with blonde curls tied into two neat pigtails. Her dark blue eyes flitted nervously between her tablemates and the books in front of her. Braces gleamed faintly while her upperlip rested on them. Unlike her companions, she seemed more like an observer than a participant.
âExcuse me,â Riddle said sharply as he reached their table.
The three louder girls turned to him, blinking in mock surprise. âOh, hi!â one of them said, her smile overly sweet.
âThis is a library,â Riddle stated, his tone clipped. âYour noise is disrupting others. Please keep your voices down.â
The girls exchanged glances and giggled again. âSorry about that,â another said, though her tone suggested she wasnât sorry at all.
The fourth girl looked up at him, her cheeks flushing pink. âIâIâm so sorry,â she stammered. Her hands fidgeted with the edge of her book. âWe will be quiet, promise!â
Riddleâs frown softened slightly. She seemed genuinely apologetic, unlike her companions. But rules were rules, and they all bore responsibility for their collective behavior.
âJust keep it down,â he said, turning on his heel and walking away.
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Later, Riddle found himself standing in front of a particularly tall bookshelf, searching for a volume on advanced spell theory. The book he needed was on the highest shelf, just out of reach.
He huffed, rising onto his toes, but it was no use. He debated summoning a step stool when a familiar voice broke through his thoughts.
âUm... Excuse me,â the soft, slightly lisped voice said.
Riddle turned to see the blonde girl from earlier standing a few feet away. She was craning her neck, gazing up at a book several shelves above her head.
âI didnât mean to bother you,â she said quickly, flushing again. âItâs just... I canât reach it.â
Riddle glanced between her and the book. âNeither can I,â he admitted dryly, stepping closer.
Her lips twitched into a sheepish smile. âOh, yeah-â she said, hugging her arms.
Riddle sighed, lifting his hand. With a precise flick of his fingers, the book floated down from the shelf, landing neatly in his grasp.
The girlâs eyes widened, a spark of wonder lighting them. âWow! Thatâs so cool,â she said, her tone full of genuine awe.
âItâs basic magic,â Riddle replied, though he couldnât help the slight warmth that rose at her reaction. He handed her the book.
âThank you,â she said, her braces glinting as she smiled. âIâm Prim, by the way. I, um, wanted to apologize again that we were so noisy.â
Riddle studied her for a moment. There was a cheerfulness about her, a childlike wonder that seemed at odds with her companions. âRiddle.â introducing himself. âAnd it wasnât entirely your fault.â
Prim hesitated, her expression flickering with something uncertain. âTheyâre not always like that,â she said, though her tone lacked conviction. âI think they just... like having fun.â
âJust make sure to not disturb others when youâre in a public library. We prefer this place to be quiet.â Riddle said, not to scold her but he feared it may have sounded like that.
âNo, youâre absolutely right! Itâs basic rules.â She looked down at the book Riddle just got for her. âThank you again, Riddle!â
Riddle responded with a simple nod and she hugged the book to her chest and turned back toward her table. Riddle watched her go, noting the way her steps seemed lighter, more confident.
For the rest of the afternoon, the library was quiet. But Riddle found himself distracted, his thoughts lingering on the small girl with the blonde pigtails and wondering if she would ever realize she deserved better.
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The next day, Riddle was once again settled in his usual spot in the library. The silence was pristine this time, and he relished the peaceful atmosphere. He had nearly immersed himself in his studies when he noticed movement out of the corner of his eye.
Prim.
The girl with blonde pigtails walked hesitantly into the library, clutching her books and bag. She scanned the room for a moment before her eyes landed on him. A bright smile lit her face, and she made her way over.
âHi,â she greeted softly, her voice still carrying that slight lisp.
Riddle nodded in acknowledgment. âGood afternoon, Prim.â
To his surprise, she pulled out a chair and sat next to him, setting her books down. âI hope you donât mind,â she said cheerfully. âItâs nice and quiet here.â
âAs long as you keep it that way,â Riddle replied, his tone neutral.
Prim giggled and nodded. âPromise. Iâll be quiet.â
She opened her notebook and began working on what looked like several assignments. Riddle glanced at her out of the corner of his eye, noting the way her handwriting flowed neatly across the pages. Occasionally, she would hum softly to herself, though it wasnât disruptiveâit was oddly soothing.
After a few minutes, he broke the silence. âYouâre alone today.â
Prim looked up from her work, her curls bouncing slightly as she tilted her head. âOh, yeah. My friends are out getting lunch.â
Riddle raised an eyebrow. âThey left you behind?â
Prim waved a hand dismissively, her smile unwavering. âItâs fine. I had too much homework to do anyway. Besides, theyâll bring me something back.â
Her tone was so casual, so certain, that Riddle didnât press further. But he couldnât help the small pang of doubt that settled in his chest.
âThey do seem to leave you out quite often,â he remarked, his voice carefully measured.
Prim paused, her pencil hovering over her notebook. Then she laughed lightly. âThey donât mean to. Theyâre just... busy. But theyâre good friends, really.â
Riddle frowned but didnât say anything. Her unwavering cheerfulness was admirable, though he couldnât shake the feeling that she was excusing more than she should.
They fell into a comfortable rhythm, the soft scratch of pens and the faint rustle of pages filling the air. After a while, Prim closed one notebook and opened another, switching seamlessly between assignments. Riddle noticed she wasnât just working on a single piece of homeworkâshe seemed to be copying her answers onto three other sheets.
He glanced at her stack of papers. Each page was identical, and she was writing the same answers in the same neat handwriting on all of them. His brow furrowed.
âPrim,â he said quietly, his curiosity getting the better of him. âWhy are you doing the same homework four times?â
Prim froze for a moment, her pen poised mid-sentence. Then she looked at him, her expression sheepish but still cheerful. âOh, um... My friends forgot to do theirs, so Iâm helping out. Theyâre really busy, you know, with... things.â
Riddleâs frown deepened. âYouâre doing their homework? All of it?â
Prim shrugged, her smile not faltering. âItâs no big deal. Iâm good at this stuff, and they always help me when I need it.â
Riddle didnât believe that for a second. He leaned back slightly, studying her. She seemed so genuinely kind, so eager to help, but he couldnât ignore the fact that her so-called friends were clearly taking advantage of her.
Prim seemed to sense his concern because she added, âI donât mind, really. Itâs nice to feel useful.â
Riddle opened his mouth to respond, but before he could, Prim stood up, gathering her things into a neat pile. âIâm going to the restroom real quick,â she said with a smile. âCould you watch my stuff?â
He nodded, though his gaze lingered on her as she walked away.
Left alone, Riddleâs eyes drifted back to her work. The identical pages spread out in front of him confirmed what he already suspectedâPrim was kind, but her kindness was being taken advantage of.
As he leaned back in his chair, waiting for her to return, Riddle couldnât help but feel a growing sense of protectiveness toward her. She was cheerful and kind in her own way, but it was clear that she deserved better than what her so-called friends were giving her.
When Prim returned, still smiling as brightly as ever, Riddle resolved to keep an eye on her. Someone had to.
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Several days went by and Riddle found himself walking through the courtyard, a book tucked under his arm. It was his usual route to the library, but the sound of laughter and chatter drew his attention.
Underneath one of the large oak trees sat the same group of girls from Lady Mystic College. Their voices carried easily on the breeze as they chatted with a group of Savanaclaw students who seemed far too pleased with themselves.
Riddleâs gaze immediately went to Prim. She was sitting on the edge of the group, her blonde curls bouncing slightly as she nodded enthusiastically in response to the conversation. Despite her obvious effort to engage, none of the boys so much as glanced her way. Their attention was fixed on her three companions, who were leaning forward and giggling at every joke.
Eventually, the three girls stood, brushing themselves off and flashing bright smiles at the Savanaclaw students. âWeâll see you later,â one of them said, linking arms with another.
Prim started to stand, too, but one of the girls waved her back down with a quick, âOh, just stay here, Prim. Keep the spot for us, okay?â
Prim blinked, then nodded quickly. âSure! No problem!â
The group walked away, leaving her alone under the tree. She didnât seem bothered, though. She pulled out a small lunch box and began unpacking it, her expression as cheerful as ever.
Riddle hesitated, his steps slowing. It wasnât his business, and he wasnât the type to meddle. Yet something about the scene nagged at him.
Primâs so-called friends hadnât even offered to include her. They left her behind without a second thought. And though she waved them off as if it were perfectly natural, Riddle couldnât shake the feeling that it wasnât right.
Before he could stop himself, he changed course and approached her.
Prim looked up as his shadow fell over her. âOh! Hi, Riddle!â she said brightly, her dark blue eyes lighting up.
âGood afternoon,â he said, stopping a few feet away. He glanced at her lunch box and then at the empty space around her. âYouâre alone.â
She smiled and nodded. âYeah, the girls went off with those boys. They didnât want to intrude, and, well, it wouldâve been rude for me to tag along since I wasnât invited.â
Riddle frowned, his grip tightening on the book in his hands. âThey left you here.â
Prim waved her hand dismissively. âOh, itâs fine. I already had lunch anyway, and they asked me to keep this spot for them. Itâs a nice spot, donât you think? Nice shade, good view...â
Her voice trailed off as she gestured to the courtyard around them, clearly trying to paint the situation in the best possible light.
Riddle remained silent, his expression unreadable. He wanted to tell her that her friends shouldnât have asked her to stay behind just to save a spot. That if they truly cared about her, they wouldnât leave her sitting alone while they went off with boys who didnât even acknowledge her.
But Primâs smile didnât falter. She continued to eat her lunch, completely at ease.
Riddleâs mind whirred. He had never been particularly skilled at making friends himself, and he often struggled with understanding social dynamics. Yet he couldnât stand to see someone as kind and cheerful as Prim being so blatantly overlooked.
âPrim,â he said abruptly, his tone firmer than he intended.
She looked up, blinking at him. âYes?â
âWould you... like to join me for lunch?â
Primâs eyes widened in surprise, and for a moment, she seemed at a loss for words. âOh, um, really?â she asked, her voice slightly higher than usual.
âYes,â Riddle said, a little awkwardly. âIf youâve already eaten, I could still use some company. That is, if youâre not busy keeping this spot occupied.â
Prim laughed softly, her smile brightening even further. âWell, I suppose the spot will still be here when I get back.â
Riddle stepped back, allowing her to stand. As they walked toward the cafeteria together, he couldnât help but feel a strange sense of satisfaction. It wasnât much, but at least she wouldnât have to sit alone this time.
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Primâs POV
The shade under the oak tree was nice, shielding them from the midday sun as the breeze rustled through the leaves. Prim sat with her three friendsâHazel, Trinity, and Opalâall of whom were laughing and chatting animatedly, their voices blending together in an upbeat melody of giggles.
Prim listened quietly, her hands folded neatly over her lap, her lips twitching upward in a small smile. Hazel said something that made Trinity snort, and Opal burst into another fit of laughter. Prim tried to join in, even though she didnât entirely understand the joke.
Theyâre just so confident, she thought, watching them. âItâs one of the things I admire about them.â
Sometimes theyâd say things to her that she wasnât sure how to take. Like when Hazel turned to her mid-laughter and said, âPrim, I wish I could be as pure as you. So innocent!â
Prim chuckled along, though her cheeks flushed. They mean well, she reassured herself. Itâs not like theyâre being mean. I guess I donât get all their jokes, so theyâre right. Itâs fine.
Then there was Trinity, who had tilted her head at Primâs pigtails earlier and remarked, âYour hair is so unique, Prim. Iâd never have the patience to deal with all those curls!â
Prim had thanked her for the comment, though part of her wondered if âuniqueâ had been the right word. It was true, thoughâher hair never behaved like Hazelâs silky locks, Trinityâs sleek waves, or Opalâs perfectly tousled bob. But it was fine.
It was fine.
When a group of boys approached, Prim felt herself tense up slightly. She wasnât used to being approached by boysâespecially not bold, self-assured ones like these.
Hazel, Trinity, and Opal perked up immediately, their voices gaining a lilting edge as they welcomed the boys with coy smiles and casual jokes. Prim sat up straighter, her cheeks flushing pink as she tried to follow along with the conversation.
One of the boys told a story about his latest Spelldrive match, and Prim laughed softly at the right moment, hoping it sounded natural. But the boy didnât look her way. None of them did. Their eyes were fixed on her friends.
She felt a small pang in her chest.
Itâs okay, she told herself quickly. She isnât his type. And thatâs okay.
Her friends were tall, poised, and effortlessly pretty. Their hair shimmered in the sunlight, their makeup was flawless, and their laughter was infectious. Prim, meanwhile, was shorter, with unruly curls that seemed to have a mind of their own. Her braces made her mouth always stand open a bit, and as long as she can remember she talked with a lisp.
Theyâre just more... grown-up than me, she reasoned. And thatâs okay. Iâll get there eventually.
For a fleeting moment, the pang threatened to grow into something heavier. But she shook it off, summoning her usual cheerful resolve.
I totally get it, she told herself, nodding slightly as if to reinforce the thought. I understand why theyâd get all the attention. Besides, I donât even need a boyfriend right now! I have my friends. And Iâm happy for them. Really, I am.
When the boys eventually asked Hazel, Trinity, and Opal to join them for lunch, Prim was already smiling again.
âOh, just stay here, Prim. Keep the spot for us, okay?â Hazel said over her shoulder as they stood.
âSure! No problem!â Prim said brightly, waving at them as they walked off.
She settled back under the tree and reached for her lunch box. Itâs fine, she thought as she unwrapped her sandwich. I packed a good lunch, and this spot is really nice. Iâm totally fine. And theyâll be back soon anyway.
As she took a bite, she looked up and froze mid-chew.
Riddle stood a few feet away, his red hair unmistakable in the dappled sunlight. He was looking directly at her, his expression as composed and stern as always.
âOh!â Prim swallowed quickly, straightening up and brushing crumbs off her lap. âHi, Riddle!â
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Riddleâs POV
Riddle wasnât entirely sure why heâd asked her to join him for lunch. It wasnât as though he usually sought out company during meals. Quite the opposite, in factâhe valued the quiet solitude that came with sitting alone, free from the noise and chaos of others.
And yet, here he was, walking toward the cafeteria with Prim by his side, her cheerful chatter filling the silence he usually preferred.
âI really didnât expect you to invite me to lunch,â Prim said, her voice bright with surprise. âBut thank you! Itâs nice to have someone to eat with. Itâs always fun!â
Riddle glanced at her, taking in her wide smile and the way her dark blue eyes seemed to light up with genuine delight. Her optimism was almost childlike in its sincerity, and though it was different from the carefully composed demeanor he usually gravitated toward, he found it oddly... refreshing.
As they settled at a table, Prim eagerly unpacked her lunch box again, chatting as she went. âSo, do you always eat alone? Or do you sit with your dorm mates sometimes?â
âI usually eat alone,â Riddle replied, his tone matter-of-fact. âItâs more efficient. The dining hall can be... chaotic.â
Prim tilted her head, nodding thoughtfully. âI get that. It can get loud sometimes. But itâs nice to have people to talk to, donât you think?â
Riddle hesitated. Socializing had always felt more like a chore than a pleasure for him. Yet, as he watched Prim, he couldnât bring himself to agree. âPerhaps,â he said finally.
They fell into a rhythm of small talk, much to Riddleâs surprise. Prim carried most of the conversation, her cheerful nature making it easy to follow along. She told him about her favorite classes, how she was still adjusting to Lady Mystic College, and how much she loved the library at Night Raven College.
âAnd the oak tree in the courtyard!â she added with a bright smile. âItâs such a nice spot to sit. Perfect shade, good view... Itâs the best, really.â
Riddle nodded politely, though his thoughts lingered on why sheâd been left there in the first place.
Finally, he couldnât stop himself from bringing it up. âYou said earlier that your friends went off with those guys and left you behind. Does that happen often?â
Prim blinked, caught off guard. âOh, well... not often,â she said, though her tone wavered slightly. âThey were just being polite, you know? It wouldnât have been right for me to tag along if I wasnât invited.â
Riddle frowned. âBut if theyâre your friends, shouldnât they have invited you in the first place?â
Prim hesitated, her cheerful facade faltering for the briefest moment. âI mean, theyâre just... busy. And I donât really mind! Iâm happy to keep the spot for them.â
He leaned forward slightly, his gaze steady. âDo you really think thatâs fair to you?â
She shifted uncomfortably, her hands fidgeting with the edge of her lunch box. âWell, itâs not like theyâre being mean or anything,â she said quietly. âTheyâre nice to me. And theyâre so cool and pretty, you know? Iâm lucky to have friends like them.â
Riddleâs frown deepened. âAre they really your friends if they constantly leave you out? If they treat you like an afterthought?â
Primâs shoulders slumped slightly, and for the first time, her ever-present smile wavered. âThey have to be my friends⌠if theyâre notâŚâ she said softly, âthen... it would mean I didnât have any at allâŚâ
Riddleâs chest tightened at her words. Heâd never been particularly adept at comforting others, but the sadness in her voice stirred something in him. Heâd always been strict, proper, and precise in his interactions, yet in this moment, he felt compelled to say something more.
âYou do have a friend,â he said quietly, surprising even himself.
Primâs head snapped up, her eyes wide. âMm?â
Riddle shifted uncomfortably in his seat, his face heating slightly. âI mean... I wouldnât invite just anyone to lunch. So if that makes you feel better... consider me your friend.â
For a moment, Prim simply stared at him. Then her face broke into the brightest smile heâd ever seen, her braces gleaming as her eyes filled with joy. âReally? You mean it?â
He cleared his throat, looking away to hide his own embarrassment. âYes. Of course.â
âYeah!â Prim said eagerly, her sadness forgotten as she practically beamed at him. âYeah, I guess we are friends, huh?â
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The park on Sage Island was quiet that afternoon, the soft rustle of leaves and distant chatter providing a soothing backdrop to Riddleâs thoughts. He didnât come to the park oftenâit seemed frivolous to idle in nature when there were more productive things to doâbut something had drawn him there today.
It was then that he saw her.
Prim was balancing on a low railing near the path, her arms stretched out for balance and her curls bouncing with each careful step. She looked utterly carefree, the sunlight catching the faint glint of her braces as she smiled to herself.
Riddle slowed his pace, his gaze lingering on her. The sight struck a chord in himâher innocence, her lightheartedness. She embodied a freedom he had never known.
Growing up under his motherâs strict rules, even the thought of such behavior would have been unthinkable. Walking on a railing? Playing games in public? There was no place for that in the rigid schedule of the Rosehearts household. And even now, as a college student, Riddle often felt the weight of responsibility pressing on his shoulders, keeping him bound to the rules he upheld so fiercely.
Prim, however, seemed untouched by such constraints.
When she spotted him, her face lit up, and she hopped down from the railing with a bounce. âRiddle!â she called, hurrying toward him. âHi! What a surprise to see you here!â
âGood afternoon, Prim,â he said, straightening his posture.
âItâs so nice to see you,â she said, her grin bright as ever. âAre you here for a walk too?â
âI thought some fresh air might be beneficial,â Riddle replied. âAnd you?â
âOh, Iâm on my way to the bookstore,â she said, clasping her hands behind her back. âI need a new diary. My old oneâs almost full.â
âA diary,â he echoed.
âYep!â she said cheerfully. âI write about everythingâwhat I did, how I felt, what made me happy. Itâs nice to look back on later, you know?â
Riddle nodded, though he couldnât fully relate. His own life had always been so structured, so focused on rules and expectations, that the idea of reflecting on daily joys felt almost... indulgent.
As they walked together, Prim continued to chat, her energy as boundless as ever. âIâve been hanging out less with Hazel, Trinity, and Opal,â she said after a while, her tone casual. âItâs easier now that I have a friend.â
Her words caught him off guard, and he turned to look at her. âYou mean me.â
âOf course!â she said brightly, glancing at him with a sincerity that made his chest tighten.
He felt his cheeks heat slightly and quickly looked away. âI... see.â
Prim tilted her head, her expression softening. âThank you for having lunch with me last week, by the way. It was really nice. I hope I wasnât talking too much.â
Riddle shook his head. âYou were fine. I didnât mind.â
Her face lit up again, and she clasped her hands together. âIâm glad! Iâve been eating alone more often lately, and I think I finally get what you meanâitâs nice to have that quiet sometimes. Itâs efficient, and I can actually focus on my food!â
Hearing her repeat his words from before made something stir in his chest. She wasnât just cheerful; she genuinely listened.
They walked in companionable silence for a few moments before Prim spoke again. âYou should come with me to the bookstore,â she said suddenly, her voice bright.
Riddle blinked, caught off guard. âMe?â
âWhy not? It could be fun! And Iâm sure theyâve got plenty of interesting books for you to look at.â
He hesitated, searching for a reason to decline, but none came. âI suppose I could use a new reference book,â he said finally, convincing himself it was a practical decision. âVery well.â
Prim clapped her hands together. âGreat! Letâs go!â
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The bookstore was small but inviting, its shelves packed with an eclectic mix of novels, journals, and academic texts. Prim headed straight for the section of journals, her excitement palpable.
âWhat do you think of this one?â she asked, holding up a diary with a floral cover. âOr this one?â She picked up another, this one decorated with stars.
âTheyâre both... adequate,â Riddle said diplomatically, though his tone lacked the sternness it usually carried.
Prim giggled. âYouâre so formal, Riddle. Youâre so cool.â
He stiffened, the unexpected comment catching him off guard. âIâcool is hardly the appropriate word.â
She laughed again, completely unbothered by his awkwardness. âI like it,â she said simply, flipping through the pages of a diary.
Riddle turned his attention to the nearest shelf, scanning the titles even as his thoughts lingered on her. She was so unabashedly sincere, so quick to express herself without reservation. It was entirely unlike him, and yet he found it oddly refreshing.
âWhat kind of books do you like?â Prim asked suddenly, breaking his train of thought.
âPrimarily academic texts,â Riddle replied. âI donât often read for leisure.â
âThat makes sense,â she said with a nod. âYouâre so disciplined, Riddle. I admire that about you.â
He glanced at her, momentarily speechless. She said it so matter-of-factly, as if her praise was simply the truth. âThank you,â he said quietly, unsure of how else to respond.
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The walk back from the bookstore was peaceful, with Prim happily clutching her new diary to her chest. She was chatting about the various things she planned to write in itâher favorite moments, her thoughts on the day, and even the little goals she set for herself. Riddle listened quietly, his hands neatly folded behind his back, offering the occasional nod or small response.
As they reached a crossroads in the park, Prim slowed her pace, her expression shifting slightly. âI should probably start studying when I get back,â she said with a small sigh. âIâve got this one chapter thatâs been giving me so much trouble.â
Riddle raised an eyebrow. âWhat subject?â
âPotions,â Prim replied, scrunching her nose. âThereâs this one section about ingredient interactions that I just canât wrap my head around. Itâs like the words blur together every time I try to read it.â
He stopped walking, considering her words. He remembered studying potions theory himself the year prior. It wasnât an easy subject, especially when it came to understanding the subtleties of ingredient dynamics. But heâd mastered it, of course.
Prim tilted her head, glancing at him curiously. âWhat is it?â
Riddle felt a flicker of hesitation. The idea of offering his help seemed straightforward enough, but his mind began to overanalyze. Would it be strange to suggest it? They were friends now, werenât they? And helping a friend was a reasonable thing to do.
But what if she felt pressured to accept? Prim had always been eager to please, and the last thing he wanted was for her to feel obligated. Still, she had said she was glad they were friends. Surely she wouldnât find the gesture unwelcome?
âRiddle?â Primâs voice was soft, her gaze searching his.
He straightened, pushing his doubts aside with a deep breath. âIf youâre struggling with that chapter,â he began carefully, âI could help you study.â
He watched her expression closely, his heart beating just a little faster as he waited for her response.
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Primâs POV
Prim clutched her study books tightly to her chest as she walked toward Night Raven College. The path to the all-boys school was winding, but she didnât mind. The weather was nice, the air crisp, and her heart felt unusually light.
She couldnât stop thinking about the day before, when Riddle had offered to help her with her potions studies. It had been so unexpected, and the moment heâd asked, sheâd said yes without hesitation.
Of course, she was grateful for his help. Riddle was brilliantâhe knew so much, and she was certain heâd explain things far better than her textbook ever could. But more than that, the thought of spending time with him made her genuinely happy.
She smiled to herself, her steps quickening as she remembered the feeling. Sheâd made an actual friend.
In high school, sheâd been alone more often than not. She tried to fit in, but it was like she didnât quite know how. Her curls were too unruly, her braces too shiny, and her lisp made her stumble over words when she was nervous. She remembered watching other girls gather in groups, laughing and chatting easily, while she lingered on the edges, hoping to be noticed.
When sheâd started college, she promised herself things would be different. Sheâd make friends this time, no matter what. And she hadâHazel, Trinity, and Opal had been quick to include her. But it hadnât taken long to realize that their kindness only went so far.
Prim sighed softly, her grip tightening on her books. Her so-called friends werenât really nice to her, not in the way that mattered. She knew that. But wasnât it better to have bad friends than none at all?
At least, thatâs what she used to believe.
But then there was Riddle. He was so different from anyone sheâd met beforeâkind in his own quiet, composed way. He didnât laugh at her or make her feel small. When he talked to her, it felt like he actually saw her, not just the odd girl with the curls and the braces.
Riddle is a real friend, she thought, her heart fluttering.
She almost started skipping as she neared the gates of Night Raven College, her excitement outweighing her nerves. The idea of walking into an all-boys school was a little intimidating, but she didnât let it bother her. Riddle had offered to help, and she was determined to make the most of it.
When the imposing gates of the school came into view, Prim spotted a familiar figure waiting for her.
Riddle stood with his hands clasped neatly in front of him, his posture as straight and proper as ever. He spotted her immediately and stepped forward.
âGood afternoon, Prim,â he said, his tone formal but not unfriendly.
âHi, Riddle!â she greeted, her voice bright as she hurried up to him. âThanks for meeting me.â
âItâs no trouble,â he replied, gesturing toward the campus. âI thought it would be best to guide you directly to my dorm. Night Raven College can be... confusing to navigate if youâre unfamiliar.â
She nodded eagerly, her nerves momentarily forgotten. âI really appreciate it. Iâll try not to get in the way too much!â
Riddle gave a small shake of his head. âYouâre not in the way. I offered, didnât I?â
Her smile widened at his words, and as they began walking, she glanced around, taking in the grand architecture of the school.
âItâs such a big campus,â she said, her awe evident. âIt must be amazing to go here.â
âIt has its merits,â Riddle said simply, though there was a faint note of pride in his voice.
Prim followed him through the gates and into the courtyard, her excitement bubbling up again. She had no idea what to expect, but one thing was certainâRiddle was her friend now. She canât wait for tonight, when she can write in her diary about today.
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Riddleâs POV
As Riddle led Prim through the gates of Heartslabyul, he noticed the usual shift in demeanor among his dormmates. Students standing idly by quickly straightened their postures, their conversations quieting as they noticed him. It was routine, of courseâexpected behavior from those under his jurisdictionâbut it wasnât something heâd ever given much thought to.
Prim, however, seemed to notice. She glanced around curiously as they passed a group of first-years who hurriedly bowed their heads in greeting.
âGood afternoon, Housewarden!â one of them called.
Prim blinked, slowing her steps slightly. âHousewarden?â she repeated, looking at Riddle.
He cleared his throat, feeling a faint warmth creep up his neck. âYes,â he said stiffly. âI am the housewarden of Heartslabyul.â
Her eyes widened as the pieces seemed to fall into place. âOhhh, that makes so much sense now!â she said, her voice light with realization. âNo wonder everyone is so respectful around you. Youâre in charge!â
Riddle frowned slightly, his usual composure slipping just a little. âItâs merely my duty,â he said, trying to downplay the significance.
Prim, however, seemed delighted. âThatâs amazing, Riddle! You must be really good at what you do for them to listen to you like that.â
Her praise caught him off guard, and he quickly turned his attention back to the path, his face warming further. âItâs nothing remarkable. Letâs continue to my room.â
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When they reached his room, Riddle opened the door and stepped aside to let Prim in. She hesitated for a moment before walking in, clutching her books tightly.
âIâve never been in a boyâs room before,â she said with a small giggle, glancing around.
Riddle stiffened, his hand tightening slightly on the doorknob. âItâs just a room,â he said quickly, closing the door behind them.
Prim wandered further inside, her eyes wide as she took in the neat, organized space. The room was larger than she had expected, with a tidy desk, bookshelves filled to the brim, and a large canopy bed. Everything was perfectly arranged, a reflection of Riddleâs meticulous nature.
âThis is so nice!â she said, smiling as she turned to him. âItâs so... Riddle.â
He blinked. âWhat do you mean by that?â
âItâs so neat and organized,â she said, laughing lightly. âIt just feels like you. I love it.â
Her laughter was high but not too loud often accompanied by a snort. It was infectious and Riddle found himself relaxing slightly.
Prim grinned, plopping herself onto the edge of the chair near his desk and opening her books. âOkay, ready to study?â
He nodded, pulling out a chair for himself and settling in beside her. âLetâs begin. You mentioned you were struggling with ingredient interactions?â
As they worked through the chapter, Riddle was surprised by how focused Prim was. Though she had trouble grasping some of the concepts at first, she listened intently to his explanations, asking thoughtful questions and jotting down notes.
Her enthusiasm was refreshing, and Riddle found himself genuinely enjoying the session.
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A knock at the door interrupted them just as Prim was beginning to understand a particularly tricky concept.
âCome in,â Riddle called, glancing up.
The door opened to reveal Trey, carrying a tray of freshly baked cookies. He smiled when he saw them. âI thought you two might want a snack,â he said, placing the tray on the desk.
Primâs eyes lit up. âOh, wow! These look amazing!â
âTheyâre still warm,â Trey said with a chuckle. âHelp yourselves.â
Prim picked up a cookie and took a bite, her eyes widening in delight. âThese are so good!â she said, her voice muffled slightly by the cookie.
Riddle picked one up as well, though he was far more reserved in his reaction. âThank you, Trey,â he said politely.
Trey turned to Prim, bowing his head slightly wearing a kind smile. âNice to meet you, Iâm Trey, the vice housewarden of Heartslabyul.â
Prim sat up straight and returned his smile with one of her own. âNice to meet you too! Iâm Prim!â
Trey smiled knowingly, glancing between the two of them. âWell⌠Let me know if you need anything else,â he said before heading out.
As the door closed, Prim turned to Riddle, her smile as bright as ever. âYour dormmates are so nice. And these cookies? Best study snack ever.â
Riddle nodded, feeling a faint sense of pride in Heartslabyulâs hospitality. âTrey is an excellent baker,â he said.
Prim grinned, holding up her notebook. âAnd youâre an excellent teacher. Iâm actually starting to get this now!â
Riddle looked at her, his expression softening. âYouâre a quick learner,â he said. âYou just needed someone to explain it in a way that made sense to you.â
Her smile widened, and she leaned forward slightly. âThanks, Riddle. Really. Youâre the best.â
His face warmed again, and he quickly turned back to the open book in front of him. âLetâs continue,â he said, his voice a little tighter than usual.
Prim giggled, taking another bite of her cookie before diving back into her notes.
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Riddle shifted in his chair, trying to focus on the textbook in front of him, but his thoughts kept wandering. It wasnât the material that distracted himâheâd long since mastered the subjectâbut rather Prim, who was sitting just a little too close.
She was leaning forward slightly, her notebook open as she jotted down notes, the end of her pencil tapping lightly against her lip in thought. Her blonde curls framed her face in soft spirals, bouncing faintly with every movement. Her braces gleamed when she smiled, the colorful elastics drawing his attention in a way he didnât expect.
When she spoke, her slight lisp added an unexpected charm to her words, her voice full of enthusiasm even as she struggled with the material.
Riddle frowned slightly, feeling a warmth creep up his neck. He wasnât used to thisâhaving someone so close, so lively, so...
He surprised himself when the thought crossed his mind: Sheâs kind of cute.
The realization made his stomach twist, and he quickly looked back at his book, his posture stiffening. Focus, Riddle, he scolded himself silently. Youâre here to help her study, nothing more.
Still, it was difficult to ignore her presence, especially when she turned to him with that bright smile, her gratitude shining in her eyes.
When their study session ended, Prim packed up her books, her smile never fading. âThank you so much, Riddle,â she said for what felt like the tenth time. âYouâre seriously the best. I actually feel like I understand this now!â
âIt was no trouble,â he replied, his voice clipped as he tried to maintain his composure.
Riddle walked her back to the gates, insisting on showing her the way in case she would get lost. Walking back they made a bit of small talk and Riddle could feel the stares. But he tried to ignore them, he was just walking his friend out.Â
Prim slung her bag over her shoulder, pausing when they arrived at the gates. âIâll see you soon, okay? Thanks again!â
She waved cheerfully before walking back to her own dorm, leaving Riddle alone.
He let out a small breath, his shoulders relaxing. The session had gone well, but he couldnât shake the strange fluttering sensation in his chest.
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Later, in the Heartslabyul lounge, Riddle sat with a book in hand, though his thoughts kept drifting back to Primâs visit.
âHey, Riddle!â
He looked up to see Trey and Cater approaching, both wearing knowing smiles.
âHow did the study session go?â Trey asked casually, though there was a glint of curiosity in his eyes.
âWas she nice? Fun? Cute?â Cater added, leaning in with a teasing grin.
Riddle frowned, not catching the implication. âIt went well. She understood the material by the end, and she was very polite.â
Caterâs grin widened. âOh, âpolite,â huh? Thatâs it?â
âShe seemed... eager to learn,â Riddle continued, ignoring Caterâs tone.
Trey chuckled softly. âAnd you were okay with her being in your space? You usually donât let just anyone into your room.â
Riddle hesitated, adjusting his tie. âSheâs a friend,â he said finally. âItâs natural to help a friend, isnât it?â Calling her a friend almost made him feel proud.
Cater exchanged a look with Trey, his grin turning sly. âRight. A âfriend.ââ
Before Riddle could respond, the lounge door burst open, and Ace and Deuce strolled in.
âHey, Housewarden!â Ace called, plopping down on one of the couches. âWe heard you had a guest today.â
Deuce looked confused. âGuest?â
âYeah,â Ace said, smirking. âA girl.â
Riddleâs grip on his book tightened. âWhat of it?â
âCâmon, spill! Is she your girlfriend or something?â Ace asked, leaning forward with an exaggerated grin.
Riddleâs face turned red, and he slammed his book shut. âO-of course not!â he snapped, his voice sharp.
Ace burst out laughing, clearly enjoying himself. âWhoa, calm down! I was just asking.â
âSheâs a friend, nothing more,â Riddle said firmly, glaring at Ace.
Deuce, sensing the tension, elbowed Ace. âKnock it off, Ace. Youâre being rude.â
âWhat? Iâm just curious!â Ace said, still grinning.
Riddle stood abruptly, his expression stern. âIf youâre finished with your childish remarks, I have work to do.â
He strode out of the lounge, his cape billowing behind him, leaving the others behind.
Trey shook his head, though he was smiling faintly. âYou pushed too hard, Ace.â
âAw, come on,â Ace said, leaning back with a laugh. âYou canât blame me for asking. Did you see how flustered he got?â
Cater grinned. âI donât know, Ace. Maybe heâs just new to this whole âhaving friendsâ thing.â
âOr maybe,â Trey said with a small chuckle, âheâs starting to realize that having a friend like Prim might be a little more important to him than he thought.â
None of them noticed the faint blush creeping up Riddleâs ears as he listened just outside the door, his grip tightening on his book.
This is where I'll list how many wips for this blog I have and how far along they are.
I will leave a shortcut/link to here from my Masterlist.
So let's see where I left off with the stuff in my drafts here.
Almost done with:
Nothing at the moment
In the middle of:
Aftermath of book 1, return home AU
I have some brainstorm idea drafts for return home and children of laughter AU's
Barley started:
Heartslabyul panic part 2 Deuce,
The Nightmare part 3
For both of the above I just have the description of where we left off in the last part. I haven't even set up the scene to start these parts.
I'm debating how will I make the part 2 for Ace and Deuce Heartslabyul panic differences shine for the different povs.
I am also debating which Heartslabyul panic is canon timeline for the nightmare series as well.
I already have a basic idea for both Heartslabyul panic and the rest of the nightmare series.
Not sure when I'll feel up to fleshing out and going into novel detail in my drafts.
Might redo:
The nightmare series
Dreaming once more in a field of flowers (Aria oneshot)
I feel like the writing style could be better for both. The pacing for the oneshot is to rushed I need the oneshot to be a lot longer. I might even separate the oneshot into parts depending how much I wanna space out and build the scene and the events covered in it.
I like what I have written for the nightmare so far but also want to redo it cause I believe I can do better.
So I might just keep what I have but specify it's a old version and that I'm making a newer version that will be canon for my twst Au for Aria and Yumi.
Keep in mind this is just where my drafts progress is currently, they may be left at the their current spot for who knows how long.
My progress depends on when I feel like continuing anything in my draft.
I most likely will add more wips here whenever I fell like starting another work (written or art) on this blog regardless of my progress on the rest of the stuff In drafts on this blog.
Last edited/updated on: May 10th, 2025