Behind The Mask (Reader X Catnoir ff)

chapter 13

Pov Adrien:

I just couldn't shake my worries for
Y/n. Ever since she was akumatized by Hawkmoth and emerged as Shadowheart, it was clear to me that something fundamental was wrong in her life. I knew we had to help her, but I wasn't sure how.

Marinette, Alya and I decided that we should tell my father and ask him for help. He had a lot of experience as a model and might be able to change her mother's mind.

One evening, after we had made our plans, I sat down with my father. "Father, I need to talk to you about
Y/n," I began cautiously.

My father looked up from his sketches and eyed me critically. "What is there to say about her?"

"Y/n is going through a very difficult time. She is under a lot of pressure from her mother and has lost contact with her friends as a result. She needs our help," I explained.

My father frowned. "And why should I interfere in another family's affairs?"

"Because I know you have influence, father. You could talk to her mother and convince her to allow Y/n to socialize with her friends again. If she continues to be so isolated, it will destroy her career and her life." I replied firmly.

my father thought for a moment. "And why should I do that?"

I looked directly at him. "Because I know what it's like to lose someone you care about. And I know you know that too. Plus, because of the whole Hawkmoth situation, she was akumatized because she was so desperate. This is serious. "

My father sighed heavily and finally nodded. "Alright, Adrien. I'll see what I can do. Bring her mother to me." He said to Nathalie, who was standing at the door and nodded

A few days later the meeting took place. Gabriel Agreste invited Y/n's mother to his office. "Alice I want to talk to you about your daughter. There is something you should know."

Ms. Alice/l/n looked at my father coldly. "And what could that be, Gabriel"

"Your daughter is going through a very difficult time. She needs the support of her friends to get back on the right path. It would be in her best interest if she could have contact with her friends again," my father explained calmly.

Ms. Alice/l/n hesitated. "And why should I believe you?"

my father looked at her seriously. "Because I know what it's like to lose someone you care about. Trust me, it will help your daughter. Besides, you don't have a choice. If you don't agree, Y/n won't have a chance anymore, I will personally ensure that she doesn't get any more opportunities in the industry."

Ms. Alice/l/n bit her lip, obviously torn. Finally she nodded reluctantly. "Alright, I'll consider it."

Back at school, Marinette and Alya cautiously approached Y/n, who didn't know about our plan. "Y/n, how are you?" Marinette asked quietly.

Y/n looked at her, tears in her eyes. "It was hard, but I think it's getting better. Thank you for being there for me."

Alya smiled. "We'll always be here for you, Y/n."

I took a step closer and added, "We talked to my dad, and he talked to your mom. She agreed to let you have contact with your friends again."

Y/n's eyes widened in surprise and relief. "Really? This is incredible. Thank you all."

I smiled with relief. "We're here for you, Y/n. Together we'll get through this."

Later that evening I sat in my room and thought about everything. then I remembered her miraculous, y/n had given me her miraculous because she thought she wasn't good enough to be a hero. But I knew it was her. She was strong, courageous and willing to stand up for good.

I decided it was time to give her the Miraculous back. As Cat Noir, my identity would remain protected and I could give Y/n what she needed to be strong again.

"Plagg, transform me!" I shouted, and in a split second I transformed into Cat Noir.

I made my way to Y/n's house. It was late and the streets of Paris were quiet. When I got to her house, I quietly crept onto her balcony and knocked on her window.

Y/n opened the shutters and looked at me in surprise. "Cat Noir? What are you doing here?"

I stepped closer and pulled the Miraculous out of my pocket. "I wanted to give you something back. Something that belongs to you."

Her eyes widened as she recognized the Miraculous. "My Miraculous..."

"I know you're going through a hard time, Y/n," I said softly. "But you are stronger than you think. And I believe in you."

Y/n shook her head, tears in her eyes. "I gave it to you because I thought, I'm not good enough. I have failed."

I put a hand on her shoulder and looked into her eyes. "You haven't failed. Everyone makes mistakes, everyone has doubts. But that doesn't mean you're not good enough. You're strong, brave and a true hero."

Y/n carefully accepted the Miraculous and looked at me gratefully. "Thank you, Cat Noir. This means so much to me."

A mischievous smile played on my lips as I continued, "You are not alone, Y/n. Your friends and I are here for you. Together we can do anything."

A spark appeared in Y/n's eyes as she looked at me. "Thank you, Cat Noir. I'll do my best."

I couldn't help but smile at her. "Take care of yourself, Y/n. And if you need me, I'm just a shout away."

Y/n returned my smile and took a step closer. "I appreciate that, Cat Noir. But I hope you're not too far away. I could use you more than you think."

I was surprised by her reaction but then she started laughing "I can do that too" she said laughing

I started to laugh then I knelt down in front of her and gave her a kiss on the back of her hand with a playful smile I then went to the balcony "I'll see you again soon m'lady" I said and jumped away

POV y/n:

I put the chain around my neck and then Loup appeared again, "Loup!" I screamed and took her in my arms, tears flowing down my cheeks.

I noticed how Loup also started to cry slightly "never do that again!"

I nodded then "I promise" I said and gave her something to eat until I finally fell asleep with Loup in my arms...