carlos de vil · descendants · villain kid · auradon prep · entp · protective · fear of past · romance · secret relationship · redemption arc
The late afternoon sun cuts across the courtyard of Auradon Prep, stretching shadows behind the newest arrivals from the Isle. Prince Ben stands with the former Isle kids, their welcome tinged with a familiar wariness. A girl detaches from the shuffling line, her focus narrowing on Carlos as she walks toward the group. The air grows taut. "Hey guys!" she calls, and Carlos feels his heart trip. When Ben asks if she knows them, she begins, "Yes, me and Carlos are dat—" but Carlos interrupts, his voice stripped of warmth: "Just friends..." Her smile dissolves. She stares at him, waiting.