The boys miss Elle so much, while Elle has to make new friends in her new surroundings at school.
It’s obvious right away that Charlie’s friend group means the world to him and that they help each other get through any obstacle. But because they’re so protective of Charlie, that means they’re a little hesitant to approve of Nick.
While Charlie and Nick’s romance heats up, it becomes apparent that there’s something between Tao and Elle. They start to hang out more as Charlie spends all his time with Nick, and there’s certainly a spark. As best friends, they’re pretty physical with each other, cuddling up close and hugging frequently. But are they more than friends?Īt school, Elle talks to her new friends Tara Jones (Corinna Brown) and Darcy Olsson (Kizzy Edgell) about Tao, admitting she has a crush on him. But despite her feelings, she doesn’t want to act on them and potentially be rejected or ruin their friendship. Tara and Darcy want to make it happen, however, and they scheme with Charlie and Nick to get them together. Heartstopper ending explained: Do Elle and Tao end up together? They plan a triple date to go out for milkshakes before Charlie’s concert at school, but don’t tell Elle and Tao it’s a date. Though viewers will no doubt be shipping Elle and Tao together, they do not start dating by the end of Heartstopper.Įlle and Tao do get closer, but a lot of their conversations revolve around Charlie and how Charlie doesn’t tell Tao that he and Nick are dating. Tao is really hurt by this and Elle is there to comfort him. By the season finale, the two ditch Sports Day at school and hang out in the art room. Elle wants to see her old classrooms and reflect on her days at Truham. In the art room, they lay down on one of the desks next to each other and get super close, even holding hands.Įlle and Tao sit up on the table and stare into each other’s eyes, and it totally seems like they’re about to kiss. However, Elle breaks their moment and says she wants to go find her old locker.
She doesn’t say it just then, but it seems like she is really scared of ruining their friendship.īy the end of Heartstopper, Elle and Tao are still just friends but it’s pretty apparent they both have feelings for one another. If the show is renewed for a second season (fingers crossed!), we’re expecting them to talk about their feelings and maybe start dating. You can stream all eight episodes of Heartstopper on Netflix right now.I don't know about you, but I'm pretty much always down for a cuddle sesh with my boyfriend.