Marinette Dupain-Cheng is a simple girl, with a simple life. Working towards her dream of becoming a Fashion Designer, she currently attends college while also running a coffee shop/bakery owned by her parents. She is quite happy with the life she leads but has always felt there is something she's missing. A void her beloved dog, Tikki, can't fill. When her friends propose a trip to an exclusive and expensive Ski Resort, all expenses paid, she can't say no. She had no idea how that one decision will alter her whole life forever.
Adrien Agreste is a simple boy, with a not-so-simple life. Son of fashion legend, Gabriel Agreste, Adrien is one of Paris's top models and as such, has always led a carefully sheltered life. Now, in his early twenties, he is breaking away from the fashion business to pursue a career in teaching. With his father breathing down his neck constantly about eventually taking over the family business, and with the stress of finals weighing him down, he doesn't hesitate when his best friend invites him along on a trip to an exclusive ski resort for the Christmas Holidays.
When Adrien and Marinette meet, sparks undeniably fly. Still, these two dorks will need a bit of a push from their well-meaning friends before they figure their shit out.
RATED M JUST IN CASE I DECIDE TO DIVE INTO THE SIN BIN. IT'S HIGHLY PROBABLE. I'LL BE HONEST, I'M ADRIENETTE TRASH AND SIN IS MY LIFEBLOOD. NO SMUT!! NOTING EXPLICIT. WON'T GO PAST MAKING OUT. MOST LIKELY A PG 13 STORY AT MOST
"Just a Friend?" Book 1 of "Secrets Unraveled" Trilogy (MLB FanFic) |COMPLETED|
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When Adrien goes in search of someone to talk to, he is surprisingly welcomed as his superhero Cat Noir side into the Dupain-Cheng household, leading to spending more time with his classmate Marinette. While Adrien finds Marinette a bit difficult to understand when they are together at school, Cat Noir sees a different side to Marinette and begins to really value their relationship and maybe even see her in a different light. When Adrien's teacher, Ms. Bustier, then pairs him with Marinette for a project, suddenly Adrien is put into some situations where it becomes easier to see Marinette as more than "just a friend." But, will he?
While Adrien and Marinette find themselves becoming closer, Cat Noir and Ladybug are dealing with the growing unease of Paris' citizens who are concerned that supervillain Hawk Moth hasn't akumatized anyone in weeks. The superheroes decide to take steps to try to figure out Hawk Moth's identity and uncover his plan as they also prepare for a potential epic battle with Hawk Moth.
This is the first book in the "Secrets Unraveled" Trilogy following Adrien and Marinette's evolving relationship. The books also delve into revealing the secrets behind the Miraculous' powers, including a new special power of the Ladybug Miraculous, and uncovering the mysteries surrounding Adrien's parents.
By Melisande_Nuage:
Secrets Unraveled Trilogy:
Book 1: Just a Friend?
Book 2: Faceless Future
Book 3: Future Rewoven
"Undiscovered Melody" a Lukanette book
Short Stories: "Plagg's Cheese Scheme", "Merry Christmas, Marinette!", "Miraculous: Tales of Love from Paris' Sweetheart Matchmaker"
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