The Cat And The Snake

Chapter 70 - Control (Marinette/Ladybug)

Adrien was acting strange. Not the same strange as before. The kind of strange where he's kind of limping. That is the strange part.

The first person I ran into when I came to School was Chloe. "Hey," I greeted her. "Hey Marinette." She waved. "I noticed something odd about Adrien, do you notice it too?" I noticed she became.. uneasy.

"Adrien? No, I didn't notice anything off about him. He seems... Normal to me." She said. I had a feeling that she wasn't being completely honest with me. "Well, I felt like there was something off about how he was... Walking." I told her.

I saw Chloe slightly flinch. "Oh? Maybe I should pay more attention then..." She laughed nervously. "Chloe... Do you know something?" She looked away. "I.. I promised I wouldn't tell anyone." I put my hand on her shoulder.

She bit her lip. "I promised I wouldn't say anything. I'm sure if you asked then maybe one of them will tell you..." If she promised I don't want to force her to break it.

"Adrien and...." Then it hit me. "Luka.." I noticed Chloe's face went a little bit red. "Did they...? Oh my god." I felt my face go hot.

"Don't worry, I won't mention anything." I said. "Yeah..." She muttered. I glaced at the doors and I saw Luka come in with Juleka.

It looked like she was talking to him pretty aggressively. Ah, he probably told her and now she's scolding him. I just really want to ask a question..

How the hell did they get the suits off? The zipper doesn't go down all the way and there is no way for Luka to take his off, so I don't understand.

But I shouldn't be thinking about this. Because that means I'm thinking about how they had- that. No. I'm going to stop thinking about it.

Chloe quickly greeted Miles before she went off to class. I found myself wondering if Mason was going to do the same thing. I like him so much.

"Hey Marinette." My heart skipped a beat when my name was said by that voice... I turned around and there he was... He walked closer until he was directly in front of me.

"So... Um.. I know we went on that massive group date with your friends.. but would you consider going on a single date with me?" He seemed nervous.

I couldn't help but smile. "Y-yes.. I would like that." I tried not to sound over enthusiastic because I didn't want to scare him away.

"Great... I'll pick you up at around six? You live near the School, right?" He asked. I nodded. "Yes. The bakery." I confirmed. He smiled. "Perfect. See you tonight." I watched him walk away, heading to his class.

I had to hold in my excitement. I have to wait until after School to celebrate and do my happy dance along with jumping up and down with joy.

I'm nervous and really excited at the same time. I quickly went to my class before I was late. Adrien noticed my happy mood. "You seem happy today." I grinned.

"Mason asked me out." I told him. "You lucky ducky. Now you're going to get a boyfriend and I'll be the only one in the group who's single." He crossed his arms and pouted.

"Not the only single one..." He glanced up at the ceiling for a moment. "He doesn't count. He's my Ex." I could tell Adrien didn't want to talk about Luka.

I just wish they could go back to being best friends. Boyfriends would be better, but not in the dire circumstances and possible consequences.

I'm not letting them risk their lives. Even if not being together hurts them. One day they will be safe enough to freely be in love.

That would be so good for them. If only that was possible now, but it's not. I was snapped out of my thoughts when Alya nudged my arm. "The girls and I can help you get ready." I smiled.