A/n- Sadly, this is the last chapter, but you all will FINALLY get to see Mari's dress ^^

*Oh, and hope you all had a wonderful Christmas! Enjoy!😉

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Marinette wore a red and pink dress to the Spring dance and curled her hair. She wore a red clip in her hair and she slipped on black heels.

"Girl, you look fantastic," Alya said as she finished touching up her makeup. She had gone over Marinette's house, getting ready for the dance while they waited for Nino and Adrien to come pick them up from the bakery.

"Not as good as you," The bluenette smiled. Alya wore a deep purple dress with black flats. She had her hair down and curled as well.

Sabine gasped as they both walked down to the bakery. "Tom! Come look at these lovely young ladies!" She smiled.

"Oh no," her dad said playfully. "My daughter and her friend are not growing up this fast."

"Dad," Marinette rolled her eyes. "This is my first dance, please don't embarrass me when Adrien comes."

"Yes, and please don't embarrass me in front of Nino either," Alya joked. They all let out a lighthearted laugh.

"Do you girls need any money for the night?" Her mother asked.

"Uh..." they both looked at each other, thinking of the fact that they were going out to eat sushi before the dance. Marinette was about to open her mouth, when Alya spoke.

"No, we already have some."

'What?' The bluenette mouthed at her friend. The reported only winked, and before anyone could say anything else, the doorbell rang. Sabine walked over to get it, revealing their dates. Adrien was in a black tux with a green tie.

"Wow," he stared at his girlfriend, absentmindedly smiling. Her blue eyes seemed to light up the room, sending shivers down his spine when they adverted to his.

"Dude..." Nino (wearing a black tux with a blue tie) interrupted his thoughts as he looked at Alya.

"Our girlfriends are hotttt."

Adrien felt a blush rise to his cheeks. I hope he didn't say that as loud as I thought he did...

"Hey boys!" Sabine greeted cheerfully.

"You two are looking awfully handsome!" Tom winked. The girls groaned. "Anyways, they'll be home by 10:00, right? Cause if they're not-"

"Dad!" Marinette snapped.

"Don't worry, honey," Sabine placed a hand on his shoulder. "Nino and Adrien are responsible boys."

"Can...we just run?" Alya whispered to her friend.

"I wish," she whispered back.

"One more question before you leave!" Tom started. "Do any of you know what kind of music they play at school dances these days? And which restaurant are you four going to again? Who's driving?"

"That was three questions, dear."

"They'll probably be playing slow, 80s, and pop songs at the dance," Adrien began. "We're going to Sushi Town to eat, and my bodyguard's driving us in my dad's limo." Everyone blinked.

"Uh...how'd he answer so smoothly?" Nino asked. "Ow!" Alya elbowed him in the side.

"Fantastic!" Her dad beamed. "You kids have fun."

"Thanks Mr. Dupain," the reporter said. "We will." They started towards the door.

Oh! And don't do any drugs!" He called just as they shut it.

"Tom," Sabine reassured. "They'll be fine. Besides, Marinette has her little conscience with her."

As they walked towards the limo, Adrien took Marinette's hand and gently rubbed it. She turned towards him and smiled warmly. "Ready, M'lady?" He whispered. The bluenette only giggled.

"Marinette," Alya said, a sly smile forming on her lips. "You're being extra giggly tonight. Nervous?"

"Me?" She raised an eyebrow. "No way!" Adrien let go of her hand in order to open the car door for Alya and Nino to get in first. He was the last to sit after Marinette.

"Marinette, your dad is crazy," Nino said. "Ow! Stop that!" He sent a glare to his girlfriend, who swiftly kicked him in the shin.

"Not crazy," The bluenette laughed. "Just a little overprotective when it comes to boys."

"Well," Adrien started, wrapping an arm around Marinette. "He doesn't have to worry about a thing. I'll always keep M'lady safe."

"Uh..." Alya and Nino both raised their eyebrows, glancing at one another.

"Dude," the DJ said. "You call her your lady?"

"Uh-" Adrien's face became bright red when he realized that he just said it out loud. "I, uh...y-yeah. So?" He shrugged, awkwardly looking down.

"Well I think it's cute," the spectacled girl said promptly. "Maybe we should start giving each other pet names too."

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"Ha ha, Nino, you idiot!" Alya couldn't stop laughing.

"I thought it was guacamole!" The DJ defended, then frowned. "Now my mouth feels like it's on fire!" At the Sushi restaurant, Nino had mistaken wasabi sauce for avocado. His friends tried to warn him, but it was too late.

A/n- Guys, this is so sad because this is what happened to me a few years ago. And then it happened to my brother a few years after that😂

"We can stop by the store and get you a run of ice cream," Alya kept giggling.

"Fine," her boyfriend pouted.

They drove by the super center and Alya dragged Nino out of the limo, and Gorilla needed to get something from there as well, leaving Adrien and Marinette alone together.

"I swear," the model chuckled. "Nino is such a dork."

"Yeah," The bluenette smiled. It was silent for the next few moments, when Adrien blushed.

"Hey, Marinette?"

"Yeah?"

"We're alone right now..."

"So?"

"So...now would be a good time to...kiss?"

"Oh my gosh!" She rolled her eyes. "Is that all you ever think about, Chaton?"

"No...maybe...yes?"

"A car isn't a good place to have a real first kiss."

"Bugaboo, please," begged, grabbing onto her arm. "I've waited for almost a month."

"That's not very long, kitty. Plus, I've already kissed you before. Remember dark cupid?"

"Only half of it. Keep in mind that I wasn't thinking straight and don't remember anything about kissing you. And didn't you say you were only trying to save my life."

"Yeah, but..."

"But nothing," he smirked.

"You are such a pain..."

"Me-owch."

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"Think you'll be ok for the rest of the night?" Alya asked Nino as the four of them walked into the dance. The DJ nodded.

"Yeah...never eating at that place again..."

"Aw, my poor baby," she teased while rubbing his shoulder. "Are you well enough to dance?"

"Of course, babe," he said. "I'm always well enlightened to par-tay!"

More students filled the room as the music continued to play. While Alya and Nino hit the dance floor, Marinette and Adrien found a place to sit. When they sat, the bluenette sighed.

Adrien frowned. "What's wrong?"

"Oh...nothing. It's just-" she cut herself off, shaking her head. "It's nothing you need to worry about."

"Well if it's making my Bugaboo upset..."

"You're never gonna let this go until I tell you, are you?" The model shook his head, an annoying smile on his face.

"Fine, it's...Chloe."

Adrien's smile was replaced with a glare. "Is she hurting you again?"

"No," she pursed her lips. "...Remember when I told you that she came to my house and apologized?"

"Yeah?"

"I...never told you why she did what she did to me." Adrien grabbed her hand to show he was listening. "She told me that...she was...jealous of me. And she also told me that she really missed when you two were friends. And then I had to come and steal you away. I just...I feel like I'm intruding. I wonder if she was a better person before I met you..."

"What?" Adrien asked, breathlessly. "Marinette, how could you ever be intruding? Chloe was my friend because she was one of the only people who my father would allow to play with me. And yes, she was nicer to me before we met, but that shouldn't be an excuse for why she made you feel like you were unworthy. Besides, I began noticing the way she treats other people when I started school here. Trust me, Mari; no matter what Chloe or anybody else has said about you, I could never hate you."

The bluenette felt her face heat up and her heart skipped a few beats. Why is he so good at this? "Thanks, Adrien. But...please don't blame Chloe for what happened. All she wanted was your attention, and...I guess if I were in her situation, I don't how I would handle my jealousy."

"Don't worry," he said. "I could never be mad at Chloe forever. I know she has a heart in there somewhere. She just needs a little more time." Marinette nodded in agreement.

Just then, a slow song began playing. Adrien smiled. "M'lady...may I have his dance?" Marinette giggled and let her boyfriend lead her onto the dance floor. She got goosebumps whenever he slid his hands down to the small of her back. She immediately moved hers to his broad shoulders and looked up at him, nervously biting her lip. Yes, they have danced before at Chloe's party, but they were just friends then. Although she had a crush on him back then, the tension wasn't nearly as strong as it was this time.

And she wasn't the only nervous one. As Adrien's eyes met hers, he forgot how to breathe and his cheeks became crimson. How did I ever see her as 'just a friend' before? Without thinking, he closed the space between them by pulling Marinette into his arms. "I'm so glad I found you," he softly whispered into her ear as they ever so slowly glided across the floor.

Marinette smiled, her cheeks turning pink. She then closed her eyes, humming in content, and listened to his heartbeat; quick but steady. Just as her's was. As the song continued, all she could hear was his heart. All she could feel were his arms around her. It was as if no one else were in the room with them. As if this song was playing only for them. Nothing else mattered.

Before they knew it, they were both gravitating towards each other's faces, hands brushing against burning cheeks. Marinette moved her arms around his back and held onto his tux while Adrien took her face in his hands. A/n- if it sounds weird, just imagine the picture at the top. He slowly closed his eyes as his lips brushed against hers. Marinette's breath shook as they became closer and closer. And just like that, their lips met.

Yes, this was the perfect time. Marinette didn't want to kiss anyone else. After all, when everyone at school was tearing her down, Adrien was the only one to build her up.

"I'll be the one to build you up, I'll build you up. I'll be the one to never doubt, I'll never doubt."

The End :)

*P.s., I know the story's over, but stay tuned for another part in this book for an important announcement! ;)