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The Worm and the Bees

Candyman x Reader

AN: going through @bloodybrahms’ candyman tag and saw the ‘if i was a worm’ post. Got inspired. Take it or leave it

Word Count: 2.8k

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“Daniel?”

He glanced at you, smiling slightly at the gleam in your eye. This was a beautiful look you got whenever you were planning something, and he was curious about the result. Besides, whatever came out of your mouth made angels pale in comparison.

“Yes, my dear?”

“Would you still love me if I was a worm?”

He paused. “I’m sorry?”

You roll your eyes, smile on your lips as you lean into his shoulder. “If I was a worm. Would you still love me?”

Ah. This was clearly some modern day question. It was probably popular on whatever ‘social media’ you were on lately. Of course, there was some reason you would be asking such an odd question, and he would figure out what it was.

“And why would you be a worm, darling?”

You shrug, voice nonchalant as you reply. “I don’t know, some other urban legend turns me into one? But would you?”

Oh. He understands completely. And he took any doubt of his love, joking or otherwise, very seriously.

He moved his arm to wrap around your shoulder, pulling you further into him. “I would let you rest further inside my heart, a place you already reside. I will surround you with my body, nourish you with my soul, let you thrive in my love. I will never stop loving you, my love. Even if you were a worm.”

You let out a breathy laugh, and there’s somehow more love reflected in your eyes. “Oh? And what about the bees?”

“They are a part of me, darling. They’ll protect you from any harm the world tries to send you, keep you warm from cold nights.”

“Mm.”

He brings a hand through your hair, giving you a soft smile. “Now, why do you ask? Do you plan on turning into a worm, darling?”

You shake your head.

“No?” He lowers his arm, wrapping it around your waist. “You don’t plan some midnight ritual to try to sneak away?”

“Fine, you got me.” You lean further into him, and he can feel you holding back laughter. “I’m gonna look in the mirror, and say ‘Worm-man’ five times.”

“Really?” He replies, a gentle tease in his tone.

“Mm-hm.” You let out a giggle. “Candyman and the Worm. Don’t they sound like soulmates?”

He smiled, kissing your forehead.

“Yes, my love. They do.”