In André Bourgeois' bakery, the man is working hard to prepare a special cake for one of his more famous clients. As he does, Chloe walks down the stairs and notices her father hard at work.
"Do you need any help, Dad?" She asks him as she prepares to grab an apron to help her father.
"There's no need, Princess. I have everything under control. You can enjoy yourself today. I hear there's a new Egyptian exhibit opening in the museum. Maybe you can go out for a bit and see that. I'm sure it'll have some interesting stuff to see." André tells his daughter while wiping a bit of sweat off his brow.
Chloe gives her father an unreadable expression as she thinks about his suggestion. However, she doesn't have much else to do.
"Alright. Let me know if you need anything while I'm out." Chloe tells him before leaving the bakery.
"Will do, Princess. Thank you for all your help." André thanks her with a smile as he watches her leave.
In the restaurant of Le Grand Paris, Alix and her father are sitting at one of the tables in celebration of Alix's birthday.
"Thanks for taking me out, Dad. But are you sure this is a good idea? A new exhibit is opening today. I know how important your job is to you." Alix says as she looks around the restaurant somewhat awkwardly.
"Yes. But today is also especially important for you and our family." Her father says before seeing his daughter's sneakers.
"Though. I wish you had dressed more appropriately for the occasion." He says, and Alix shrugs.
"I took my cap off, didn't I? Besides, two people from my class live here, and I helped around once." Alix casually says while pointing to her cap.
"I know, but it's a special day." Mr. Kubdel states, and Alix shrugs.
"It's just a birthday. It's nothing that special." Alix tells him with a raised eyebrow.
"You may change your mind when you see my gift." Mr. Kubdel states as he reaches into his jacket pocket and pulls out the box he wrapped a little less than a week ago.
Alix raises an eyebrow at her father before taking the box. She stares at the panjas bracelet in shock when she opens it. She's not one for clothing or jewelry. But even she can tell this looks valuable.
"That's a family heirloom that's been passed down for generations. I thought now would be the best time for you to inherit it." Mr. Kubdel explains to his daughter with a smile.
"Uh. Thanks. Shouldn't Jalil have inherited this, though? I thought the oldest was supposed to get stuff like this." Alix tells him while examining the bracelet.
Hearing this question causes Mr. Kubdel to sigh.
"As much as I love him. I don't know if I can trust him to take care of such an important object to our family." Mr. Kubdel tells his daughter honestly, causing her to snicker slightly.
"Knowing him, he'd probably break it to test some crazy theory." Alix agrees with a smile as she puts the bracelet on.
"That's what I'm worried about, too. Which is why I'm entrusting you with this responsibility." Mr. Kubdel tells his daughter.
"Well, thanks. It even goes with my fashion." She says as she examines the silver chains.
Soon, the two's food arrives. Surprisingly, Marinette is the one setting their plates.
"Hey, Marinette. I didn't expect to see you." Alix waves with a slight grin as Marinette gives them their food.
"Yep. I'm helping my mom in the kitchen and with orders a bit today." Marinette tells them with a smile before she sees the panjas bracelet.
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Miraculous Decendent
FanfictionMarinette Cheng-Dupain is the daughter of Sabine Cheng and the mayor of Paris Tom Dupain's stepdaughter. For her sixteenth birthday, her mother gave her a family heirloom. It's a puzzle box that no one in the family has been able to solve. However...
