[OLD]In The Dog House

Raining Dogs And Collars

     Master Fu was calm. The teacup he held in his hands was warm, soft piano drifting through the air. His linen shirt was white and hung loosely on his torso. It was complemented by the turtle miraculous on his wrist. Wayzz meditated beside him, Fu's low hums accented by those of his kwami.

    The ancient door swung open, and Master Fu frowned. A perfect evening tainted. He slowly opened his eyes, and a panting Marinette was doubled over in front of him. "Master," She crowed, sucking in the diffused air. "My lucky charm... Akuma... candle..." She huffed and collapsed on the ground in a rough kneel. She clasped her eyes, slowing her breathing to a steady beat, synchronized with the crescendo of the now flute melody.

     "Sorry, Master Fu. There's an Akuma, a really strong one. I don't know where Chat Noir is, and my Lucky Charm said to come here!" Tikki flew out from her bag, munching on the remains of a chocolate chip cookie, nodding along.

     Once again, a particularly strong Akuma appeared. It was troubling, seeing as Chat Noir had been MIA for the past few days. He shook his head. Technically, Adrien Agreste had been sick, and Chat Noir was bedridden. A true shame, as Ladybug and Chat were a fine team. "I see." He stood, Wayzz flying to greet his fellow kwami. He stood, crossing over to his phonograph. He put the code in the brass lock, and quickly retrieved the Miracle Box.

     As usual, the box opened, and the drawers on the side expanded. The bee and fox miraculi lay dormant in front of them, along with the twelve zodiac miraculi. Items of incredible magic were at their disposal, safely guarded through many years. Powers of sonic proportions, of incredible strength, were available for use. "Marinette Dupain-Cheng. Please choose an ally you can trust on this mission."

     Marinette hovered over the miraculi. The top layer was briefly considered, and she slowly moved over to the last two. The tiger shone in the parlour lights, and the ox seemed to call out to her. She bit her lip, settling on an opened ended one. It was black, with white dog heads at the end. Bright yellow bands were spread around the miraculous. Master nodded. "The dog miraculous, the miraculous of diligence. It grants the user the power of watchfulness, of minor clairvoyance. The weapon, a large boomerang, the kwami is Luppin.

     This miraculous is very powerful, with a lot of potential. Being able to find things and see what is hidden, a very coveted ability." He looked up at her, her bright blue eyes fiercely attentive,  like a young guardian in training. "You must choose someone who will not use this for their own personal gain. Do you understand?"

     The young wielder nodded. "I will treat this miraculous with great care."

     He nodded in response. "Then go. Paris awaits."

     She grabbed the miraculous, leaping to her feet. "Tikki, spots on!" Ladybug lept out the window, quickly leaping across the rooftops, destination; a particular mansion.

     Master Fu sat there a while, and then put the box back into storage. "Wayzz?"

     "Yes, Master?"

     He paused. " That miraculous is incredibly powerful."

     "I know."

     "And I wouldn't normally ask you this."

     "Master?"

     He turned to his kwami. "Could you do something for me?"