Shattered

26) Fitting In

Marinette's POV
Only two days into school and we already had a reputation. Not a friendly, helpful reputation like we had back home, not even a heroic one like our alter egos.

No, it was a "mess with us and we'll kick your ass" kind of reputation, and I did not like it.

"Adrien, this is a disaster!" I complained in our room.

"Hey, we'll turn this around. Don't worry."

"I know, but-" I was cut off by the ring of the doorbell downstairs.

We joined everyone else on the main level as Emma opened the door to none other than... Chole?

Well, not just adult Chloe, but Nathaniel too. Cole was with them, and a younger boy that I assumed to be his brother.

"Aunt Chloe! What are you guys doing here?"

"Your parents just asked us to stop by. They explained the..." she looked at her kids before answering very carefully "contest. So we decided to check up on you!"

Our entire class stood open mouthed, Chloe and Nate most of all. Obviously, though, they couldn't say anything in front of Cole and his brother.

"Great!" Replied Hugo, "but, would you mind if we talk with you in private, really fast?"

She stared at Adrien and I before nodding.

Adrien, Louis, the twins, adult Chloe, and I made our way into the office before locking the door.

"Mari and Adrien explained everything, but this, wow. How come I don't remember this happening?"

"Max is working on a mind wipe device. We wouldn't want to spoil our future. Not to mention, we kind of told everyone about Ladybug and Chat Noir before they were supposed to find out, so we need to erase those memories." I explained.

Chloe nodded.

"Yeah, but wow. This is just so weird. Cole told us about Kayla James and Kaleb Snow today. After that description, and hearing about all of this, there was no doubt that it was you two."

"Yeah," Adrien guiltily chuckled, "we might have given off the wrong impression."

"Don't worry. Whatever happens, you'll forget about it anyways. Besides, you two are so likable it's sickening."

"Thanks Chlo." He replied sarcastically.

"No problem Adrikins."

"But anywho, I'm sure you'll figure it out. Hugo, Emma, Louis, call me if you need anything. Alix and Kim should be stopping by tomorrow night, and considering how she's had the time miraculous, you might want to see if Alix has any more suggestions."

"Thanks Aunt Chloe, we'll be sure to ask."

"Good luck!" She replied as she made her way down the stairs.

"Thanks!" I then mumbled under my breath so just Adrien could hear. "We're gonna need it."

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Adrien's POV
Day three in future school and we were going in with a purpose... to make people like us.

Our friends all thought our situation was hilarious, given that we're two of the least frightening people they know, but I guess they forgot about the fact that we're also superheroes.

"Welcome class!" Beamed Mrs. Gonzalez. "Today we are doing a mini project. I expect you to do some quick research and plan a simple presentation this morning. When you come back in the afternoon you will present with your partner." Everyone groaned.