Nathaniel + Marinette Valentines

February 9th

Everyday seemed to be much longer than 24 hours. I didn't know if I could keep up with this much longer. I was making a decent amount of money through this, but I still needed more if I wanted to buy that flower. Being sick did not help, I felt dizzy from yesterday. Thankfully, my headache was gone and my fever was down.

After throwing on some comfy sweats, I walked to Mari's house. I stuffed my hands in the pockets of my jackets.

After waiting in front of her house, I saw her come out. When she met my eyes, she looked worried.

"Nath!" She said as she hurried towards me, trying not to spill the drink in her hands. "Why are you here? You should be at home resting!"

"Don't worry Flower, I got plenty of rest, thanks to you. I feel better now, I'm glad you were there for me." I ruffled her hair.

"Here!" She handed me the hot coca. "Drink this, it's cold today, and I don't want you getting sick again."

I took a sip of the hot coca. "It's good, but I think it's missing something... sweet." I said.

"... what do you mean? I knew I should've put marshmal-" I interrupted Mari with a small kiss.

"There we go, now it's perfect." I teased.

Her face burned. "I-I wasn't ready for that!!" She stuttered.

I held her hand. "I just like kissing you. It's sweet." I teased her some more.

Mari squeezed my hand. "Le-let's just go to school already!"

"Okay okay, let's get going." I gave in and walked with her as I took sips of my hot coca.

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At school, I was all warm and fuzzy from the hot coca and my morning dose of Marinette. She's really cute and I love her, she makes me melt. Being with her as her boyfriend is like a dream for me, I didn't think I could do it. It's no longer a dream though, it's reality, and I'm so proud of it.

When class started, I got my books out, as well as my sketch book. I began drawing the golden rose and imagining how I'd give it to Mari and how she's react.

I'd hand her the rose, she'd be extremely happy with that amazing smile of hers, we'd shower each other with kisses and affection, then I'd take her out to eat and take her home. Maybe we could spend time at one of our houses afterwards...

It's be perfect. I blushed at the thought of spending all of Valentine's Day with Mari. I couldn't wait.

"Nathaniel!!" My fantasies were interrupted by Ms. Bustier. "Take that mess you all art and go to the principle's office! I don't understand why you even come to school, you can't do anything right!" She pointed at the door. "Leave this classroom right now."

Okay, ouch! What was her problem? I glared at Ms. Bustier. "Whatever." I said as I pushed open the door and left the room. Maybe she's just mad she doesn't have a date at this time and I do. Whatever the reason, I was annoyed by her constantly calling me out. How come ice queen got to do whatever she wanted and never got in trouble? Just because her precious dad is the mayor, that's not how a republic even works!

I was turning the corner to go to the library (I'm not stepping in that office, not until after Valentine's) when I felt someone grab my arm and yank me away.

"Ow, hey!" This person placed their other hand over my mouth, and before I knew it, I was pinned against a wall.

"Shush, and don't move!" She hissed at me.