Masked (Miraculous Ladybug Fan-fiction)

Part 55. Piano

"Cat, put me down!" I hissed as I kicked my feet. When we had reached the door of the suite, Cat picked me up and carried me bridal style into the suite. "Aw come on M'lady, when else am I gonna get the chance to carry you over the threshold like this?" He winked as he placed me down gently on a large red chaise, my face matched it's color. "Woah" he whistled as he looked around the enormous suite. "And I thought my room was big" he muttered as he touched everything.

"Cat look out!" I shouted as he tripped on the rug and almost dropped an expensive looking vase. "He-he!" He flashed me a broad grin as he placed the vase back on its pedestal. I slapped my forehead anxiously as he wandered into the next room. "Woah, no way!" I heard him exclaim just as a loud bang echoed through the suite. I sighed exasperatedly. "What now?" I hissed as I got up and followed him.

"Cat, what are you..." I trailed off when I laid eyes on him. He was sitting down on a small bench, admiring a magnificent, grand piano. "I can't believe the Mayor has one of these, they're super expensive and it takes around a year just to make one. I've always wanted to play one..." he trailed off as he lifted a small tab and revealed the keys.

"Cat, maybe you shouldn't be messing with that. You said it yourself it's super expensive and..." I didn't finish my sentence. My heart skipped in my chest as Cat began to play a beautiful and melonchlic melody.

(He plays the song we always hear him practicing in his room)

My mouth gaped open in awe as he stroked the keys expertly. He's face looked so relaxed as he played note after note. By the time it was over, I was clapping. "That was amazing Cat! I didn't know you could play the piano!" I exclaimed. He rubbed the back of his neck sheepishly. "Heh, yea I've been playing ever since I was a little kid. My dad makes me practice daily, so this much is cake for me..." he trailed off. "Besides, there's alot of things you don't  know about me M'lady" he said with a smile as he patted the seat next to him. After a small moment of hesitation, I made my way over and sat next to him on that tiny bench.

"Here," he began softly as he took my right hand in his left and placed my fingers strategically on the keys. "Just count to 4 in your head and every time you're about to say 4, press these two keys..." he instructed. "This one's for you M'lady..." he whispered with a wink as he positioned his own hands and began to play.

(This is the song he plays)

"Far away, I can feel your beating heart
All alone, beneath the crystal stars
Staring into space, what a lonely face
I'll try to find my place with you"

My heart fluttered in my chest as he continued.

"What a beautiful smile
Can I stay for a while
On this beautiful night
We'll make everything right
My beautiful love"

"Larger than the moon, my love for you
Worlds collide, as heaven pulls us through
The secret of the world is written in the stars
I'm carrying your heart in mine

What a beautiful smile
Can I stay for a while
On this beautiful night
We'll make everything right
My beautiful love"

My face burned crimson beneath my mask as he flashed me a warm smile. His minty breath washed over me as he continued.

"Maybe a greater thing will happen
Maybe all will see
Maybe our love will catch like fire
As it burns through me"

I stopped playing and covered my blushing face instead. My eyes watered as millions of emotions surged through me. Cat took over my part easily.

"Maybe a greater thing will happen
Maybe all will see
Maybe our love will catch like fire
As it burns through me

What a beautiful smile
Can I stay for a while
On this beautiful night
We'll make everything right
My beautiful love..."

Tears rolled down my enflamed cheeks when he finished playing. "Ladybug, what's wrong?" He asked as he placed his hand over mine. I couldn't help myself, my body moved on its own as I placed my gloved hands on his face and pressed my lips against his.