Out of Time

Chapter One ~ What?

DISCLAIMER - THERE WILL BE VERBAL ABUSE AND SOME VIOLENCE IN THIS CHAPTER. YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED.
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9:00

I don't want to be here. Everyone's staring at me, judging me. I hate it. I'm guilty until proven innocent and no one's trying to prove otherwise. In their eyes, I'm the villain. Their whispers are loud on purpose, meant to ridicule me and my existence. A normal Tuesday.

As I make my way to the first class of the day, I see old friends glaring at me with an intense hatred. As if that would bother me anymore. Stepping around them with my head held low, I enter the classroom. What a big mistake that was.

Lila's in my seat again, crying for the 6th time this week, face covered in what seems to be hideous, red eyeshadow. Rolling my eyes, I headed to the back of the classroom only to be stopped by Alya, my ex-best friend.

"This is too far even for you Dupain-Cheng!!! How could you do that to Lila!!! All she's ever done is be nice to you and you still bully her! Why??! Beating her until she's bloody is wrong, how would you feel if you were in her shoes?!! You need to be taught a lesson."

"But I didn't do anything wrong. I haven't been near her at all!!! Why don't you believe me Alya? I thought we were friends..." I asked, tears of frustration and sadness running down my face.

"I would never be friends with a monster." She sneered, going back to Lila.

I glance around and everyone is either looking at me with disdain or disgust. Even Rose, the sweet, innocent Rose that wouldn't wish harm on the world's most heartless serial killer. I run to my desk, trying to regulate my breathing and gather my thoughts.

When I'm sure I'm not going to cry again, I look up only to lock eyes with Adrien, the traitor. The boy who told me to take the long road. The boy who believes my misery is better than a possible akumatization, key word being *possible*. 

9:30

This is getting ridiculous now. Her lies are filled with loopholes and her flock seem to either be too stupid to realise or they just don't care. Lila's already kept her promise and she refuses to stop continuing. I had shown reason and the only things I've gotten in return are taunts, a lack of credibility along with a world of lies.

"I'm sorry I couldn't complete the assignment Miss. Bustier. My eyesight was bad due to the camera's flashing at me on the runway. My hands also hurt because I had to sign autographs... Please forgive me. I couldn't let all my fans down!"

Really, was that the best she could do? There is no news article or show about this fashion show or about Lila as a model for anyone else but Mr. Agreste. And yet, they seem to be eating this up, trusting her every word. They can't actually be serious.

"Omg girl. You're so considerate. I bet Miss would give you an extension for all your hard work Lila!!" And I thought she was supposed to be the journalist. Alya's gone too far and I hope she can turn back before its too late..

"Ummm, I think I might be able to give her an extension. Okay, you can have another week.." Most of the class had started to cheer, others just giving a simple smile. All except me, the only one who knew the truth of her words.

When will this class be over..?

12:15

Finally, its lunch. A time where no one will bother me and I can draw in peace. The bodice is done so I just need to design the skirt and train. Maybe I could incorporate lace, or maybe include luminous optic fibre in the train. That would look so pretty!!!

"MARINETTE!! HOW COULD YOU?!" Great, what did I do now?

"What is it Alya? I need to finish this. I promise you that I have done nothing but sit here with a sketchbook in my hand." I asked curiosity and dread overwhelming me. But satisfaction brought it back.. right?

I had forgotten that I was a bug, not a cat.