[ So the day could have gone better. It certainly could have been worse and Marinette was thankful it wasn't. But still, there was no helping the lackluster ending to her day when she drew the short straw when it came to assigned partners for this project. Literally too-- everyone in class had to pick straws and match them together to see who they would be working with. And of course of course she would wind up with Chloe of all people as her partner.
For now though, she could squash those troubles aside. No sooner had she arrived home and greeted her parents, hastily saying she had loads of work to do so she'd come down late for dinner, she was racing up the stairs to her room.
Mere moments later, Marinette was no more and instead she was Ladybug, practically flying off her balcony and taking to the rooftops of Paris. Breathing in the crisp air and catching sight of the early signs of dusk coming, there was no helping the warm smile. The heroine landed on one of the rooftop in this shopping plaza, pausing to take in the view, all while talking to aloud to herself. ]
Nothing like an evening patrol to ease the nerves!
[Adrien had been assigned Ivan, which he honestly didn't mind. Anyone would have been acceptable to him, someone he could spend time with without his father's disproving glower over his shoulder. He couldn't ban someone from doing schoolwork with him, right?
...Right.
It's a bridge he'll cross in the morning. Assuming his father shows up for breakfast at all. For now, he can put all of that disappointment, all that frustration down and leave it behind for the night. Leave Adrien behind for the night.
Of course, Chat sought out Ladybug. Bother because they were partners and because he wanted to. Her company made everything else worthwhile. Gave him a little spotty ray of sunshine in an otherwise bleak time. ]
What could you possibly be nervous about, Bugaboo?
[He lands beside her in a crouch, flashing a grin. ]
[ She refrained from rolling her eyes at his little name for her, an amused smile on her lips as her hands moved to rest on her hips when she looked to her partner. ]
I think a certain someone still hasn't fully woken up from their cat nap. [ Leaning forward to get to a closer eye level with him, she let out a small laugh and reached out to flick one of the black cat ears upon his head. ]
You're still dreaming if you think you can do that, silly cat.
[ It was silly banter and she welcomed it. Being able to focus on being Ladybug was the perfect distraction. ]
[ This time she did roll her eyes, but she let it go in favor of his other comment. Ladybug stood up straight again and gave a nod in agreement, gaze returning to the city. Days where no one became a victim of an akuma always gave her hope. ]
It is.
[ There's a momentary pause before she speaks up in a softer tone. ]
The people here deserve to live in peace like this.
[ It was, though maybe just a little . But despite the fact she was shaking a finger at him as if to scold, there was still a faint grin tugging at her lips.
There is no such thing a dull moment when it comes to him. ]
Now, now-- just because there isn't an akuma running rampant in the streets right now doesn’t mean it's play time.
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idk what will actually happen just figured nerd heroes hanging out for now
For now though, she could squash those troubles aside. No sooner had she arrived home and greeted her parents, hastily saying she had loads of work to do so she'd come down late for dinner, she was racing up the stairs to her room.
Mere moments later, Marinette was no more and instead she was Ladybug, practically flying off her balcony and taking to the rooftops of Paris. Breathing in the crisp air and catching sight of the early signs of dusk coming, there was no helping the warm smile. The heroine landed on one of the rooftop in this shopping plaza, pausing to take in the view, all while talking to aloud to herself. ]
Nothing like an evening patrol to ease the nerves!
hells yes let's do this thing
...Right.
It's a bridge he'll cross in the morning. Assuming his father shows up for breakfast at all. For now, he can put all of that disappointment, all that frustration down and leave it behind for the night. Leave Adrien behind for the night.
Of course, Chat sought out Ladybug. Bother because they were partners and because he wanted to. Her company made everything else worthwhile. Gave him a little spotty ray of sunshine in an otherwise bleak time. ]
What could you possibly be nervous about, Bugaboo?
[He lands beside her in a crouch, flashing a grin. ]
Scared I might sweep you off your feet?
sorry my tagging rate is so spotty
I think a certain someone still hasn't fully woken up from their cat nap. [ Leaning forward to get to a closer eye level with him, she let out a small laugh and reached out to flick one of the black cat ears upon his head. ]
You're still dreaming if you think you can do that, silly cat.
[ It was silly banter and she welcomed it. Being able to focus on being Ladybug was the perfect distraction. ]
it's always feline
You won't know until I try. I might surprise you.
[He stands, looking out over the rooftops. ]
Quiet tonight.
[It makes a welcome change. He lives for the hero deal, but sometimes, it's nice to have a break. ]
i was afraid it might bug you
It is.
[ There's a momentary pause before she speaks up in a softer tone. ]
The people here deserve to live in peace like this.
nah it's the cat's meow
So what shall we do, while the people of Paris wander around all in peace and suchlike.
[He offers what he hopes is a flirty smile but probably just comes off as pathetically desperate. ]
How about a moonlit walk around Montmartre?
.... i ran out of bug puns already I AM A FAILURE
There is no such thing a dull moment when it comes to him. ]
Now, now-- just because there isn't an akuma running rampant in the streets right now doesn’t mean it's play time.
I'm disapurrnted in you
Did I say anything about play time? Not me. Just offering up a suggestion for a purrfect evening.