***MINOR NSFW WARNING DEPENDING ON PERCEPTION. PLEASE READ AT YOUR OWN RISK***

-MARINETTE-

Marinette rubbed her temples as she sat at her computer desk.

Louis was babbling, as Adrien held him carefully.

"This...is getting out of hand. I wasn't even aware that he liked me that much." Marinette sighed.

She couldn't wrap her head around the situation.

To even go as far as putting his hands on a friend, it almost made her scared and mad at the same time.

"Did he say anything about coming back?" Marinette asked nervously. She wasn't sure if Nathanaël would make an appearance, but she wish that he would. She wanted to finally talk to him.

Adrien shook his head.

"He didn't say much. I'm just worried that he'll blame me for everything. His anger seems targeted at me for some reason." Adrien explained.

Louis hummed, as he grabbed Adrien's thumbs and rubbed them against his cheeks in a fit of giggles.

Adrien and Marinette remained inhibited by their sons laughter as they tried to get their thoughts together.

"Just be careful... Please..." Adrien spoke softly.

Marinette looked up at Adrien with a grimace.

"A-are you leaving?" She asked, as Adrien placed Louis on the ground.

Louis immediately bounded to the other side of the room, digging into the pile of toys that he threw there from the chest downstairs.

Adrien sighed as he ran his fingers through the back of his head before nodding sheepishly.

"I'm just really close to getting our own place." He breathed. "I might be able to persuade father, but I haven't been seeing him much lately." He explained.

Marinette blushed a little at his words. The thought of living together with Adrien with their son made her body feel warm in such euphoria.

Marinette ran her fingers across her bangs and sighed thoughtfully.

"I'm going to take Louis to meet my father by the end of this week." Adrien finished, pulling Marinette out of her thoughts immediately.

"Y-you're going to w-what?" Marinette asked, standing up.

Adrien folded his arms.

"I'm bringing Louis to meet my father... I'm hoping that it'll persuade him somehow. If by miracle, my father sees the little one...he'll change." He sighed.

Marinette could sense the doubt In his voice. She couldn't blame him either.

She slowly approached him, brushing her fingers across her bangs.

"Are you sure? I don't want to expose Louis to neglect so early in age... No offense." Marinette sighed, approaching him thoughtfully and fixing his shirt.

Adrien sighed, his shoulders slumping forward. "None taken...but you've got to have a little faith in me." He spoke softly, his voice lowering to a low groan.

Marinette bit her lip, a blush immediately rushing into her skin as to how low his voice suddenly dipped.

She nodded, resting her hands on his chest.

"I have to go." He whispered. "Photo shoot."

Marinette shrugged, a sly smile on her face as she leaned forward and captured his lips. Adrien immediately complied. His eyes closed as he kissed her back delicately.

Marinette carefully grabbed his hands, placing them at her hips, as she angled her head occasionally, deepening the kiss before Adrien could even notice it. Adrien got lost in the kiss, his hands massaging against her hips softly, as he tasted her mouth effortlessly.

Marinette smiled against his lips as she pressed closer, her hands traveling through his hair and along his face.

Adrien breathed in between each movement of their heads. Marinette's heart pounded against her ribcage painfully. Her fingers knotted in his hair as she pulled his face closer.

Marinette could feel the heat rise in her skin and was actually quite surprised at how much a single kiss could bring so much out of her.

Adrien groaned, slowly pulling away as his overwhelming excitement pressed against her hip diligently.

He looked at her, his lips still flushed red at their rough kissing. Marinette bit her lip as the blush was apparent on his own cheeks.

"Why, Marinette, why?" He huffed.

Marinette stepped away.

"I'm sorry." She giggled softly. "Dont worry, I'll fix it." She breathed.

Adrien glared at her, his head shaking.

"No, Louis is awake. We can't do much." He explained. Marinette shook her had as she grabbed his hand.

"Come on. Let's go." She squeaked as she grabbed his hand and pulled him towards her closet.

Adrien's eyes widened as he blindly followed her.

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The closet door remained slightly ajar as Louis played with his toys in front of the mini tv.

Tikki was more than likely on the second floor with Plagg.

Sabine and Tom where even further down, as they were maintaining the bakery to the public during rush hour.

Adrien tensed, his breathing shaking and coming out as quick huffs as he tried to remain quiet. He didn't like the fact that they were doing this with Louis outside of the door. He wanted to make sure to stay quiet and not to attract attention.

"M-Marinette..." Adrien whimpered quietly. Marinette slowly massaged his hips thoughtfully as she stroked him orally. Her own body feeling warm waves of pleasure washing over her. The simplest sounds that emanated from his chest made her swim just over the edge.

Adrien tried to remain still to no avail. His hands carefully knotted into her hair as he attempted to move in sync with her own movements. Adrien trusted her intial promises as he approached his release faster then ever.

Marinette shook, whimpering as she took in his release. She shuddered at the odd taste, but slowly pulled away wiping her mouth and looking up at him with a shy smile.

Adrien breathed out, his chest heaving as he attempted to gather his thoughts.

He quickly pulled up his pants and zipped them up, tucking himself away before reaching down to help Marinette up to her feet.

Her blue orbs met his with a slight shade of pink on her cheeks. He immediately wrapped his arms around her, trailing soft kisses up her neck.

"You were right. Thanks." He said softly with a smile.

Marinette pressed her lips together, smiling returning the hug thoughtfully.

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Marinette sat on the bench inside of the place des vosges. She opened her eyes as she took in the fresh air.

Adrien had already left to work, though Marinette would be lying if she said she wasn't worried about Louis meeting Gabriel.

Marinette held a juice box in her hand as Louis played with all the rocks and leaves he could find. Marinette even allowed him to bring at least two toys. Marinette didn't want to keep him cooped up inside all day.

It was a nice day out, and she felt that it would do him good. Louis loved the outdoors.

"Hey..." A soft voice spoke softly.

Marinette looked at the reflection on her phone, a familiar red head standing beside her.

Marinette looked up, flying her hand to her chest sarcastically.

"Wow... He actually responded to my texts for once!" Marinette gasped in exaggeration.

Nathanaël chuckled softly, a soft blush rushing to his face.

"Well...I came like you asked. I felt I owed it to you." Nathanaël responded softly.

Marinette moved over, allowing space for him to sit beside her.

"I texted you to meet me here because I wanted to talk." She breathed.

Nathanaël seemed to tense briefly before he hesitantly sat beside her. The poor kid was nervous, and the emotional heartache he was going through began to take its toll on him once more.

Marinette could see the strain in his face and it almost broke her into pieces.

Nathanaël looked away, watching as Louis sat on the ground before he rolled on to his belly.

"How old is he?" Nathanaël asked, timidly.

Marinette pressed her lips together before she cleared her throat.

"He's a little over a year..." She replied, pulling the straw up from the juice box.

Louis immediately sprung up, a grin on his face as he ran over to Marinette.

Marinette pressed the straw to his lips, and allowed him to sip the juice.

Nathanaël chuckled.

"I didn't even notice you were pregnant." He sighed.

Marinette blushed immensely, and pulled the straw out of Louis' mouth. Louis paid no attention to Nathanaël whatsoever.

"I wore the same old baggy sweater in ninety degree weather." Marinette chuckled. "I hid it the whole time." Marinette looked at Louis as he pulled away from the straw and wiped his mouth.

She shivered at the memory. The fact that she hid Louis from everyone including Adrien, as well as the thought of putting him up for adoption made her cringe. She couldn't imagine her life without him now. She knew she would have regretted it if she had placed Louis up for adoption. She was grateful that Adrien talked her out of it.

Nathanaël scratched his head.

"You brilliantly tricked us. I don't think anyone saw through it...especially me." He sighed with a weary smile.

Marinette shrugged, attempting to hide the shame and blush from her foolishness.

"He looks just like Adrien." He commented, leaning over. Louis finally looked at him, his eyes as wide as bubbles.

Nathanaël grinned.

"But I know those eyes."

Marinette giggled softly, as Louis looked at Nathanaël curiously, and shyly hid behind his mother's leg.

"Listen...I really didn't mean to draw you into false...pretenses." Marinette stuttered.

Nathanaël cleared his throat, cutting her off.

"You mean, to lead me on?" He mused.

Marinette cringed at his choice of words, her fists clenching.

Her eyes immediately widened, as Louis grabbed her hand, smoothening them out so that her nails didn't dig into her palm.

This was something Adrien always did for her.

She looked at Louis with a nervous smile before she looked back at Nathanaël.

"This was all my fault. I even left Adrien in the dark." She explained. "The last thing I wanted to do was hurt you or anyone."

Nathanaël looked down and nodded.

"I like you, Marinette. I know you didn't mean to hurt me...but it still hurts." Nathanaël sighed softly.

Louis leaned on to his mother's lap and hummed softly.

"Would there ever be hope?" He asked after a long moment of silence. "Will you ever give me a chance?"

Marinette pressed her lips into a tight line at his words. She reached over and ran her fingers through Louis' hair thoughtfully.

"To be honest, I'm not sure. I don't know what the future holds for us. As of right now nothing is about to change between me and Adrien. We have a son together and we're really just trying to build our lives for each other, and for Louis. You will always be my friend..." She explained softly, before looking at Nathanaël once more.

His eyes connected with hers, his very soul being shattered into pieces.

"But for right now...it'll always be Adrien." Marinette added, looking down quickly.

Nathanaël remained still, he didn't want her to know just how bad his hurt and slight jealousy was.

He simply nodded, sliding off the bench slowly.

Marinette looked up at him, her grimace etched deep into her features.

"I see then..." Nathanaël breathed. "Thank you for being honest..." His voice trailed off. "I won't bother you as much anymore."

Marinette shook her head, as she stood up with him.

"Nathanaël, no. I want you to bother me. I want to be your friend." She sighed, wrapping her arms around him.

Nathanaël remained still, as he lightly pat her. His eyes widening as Louis followed suit. He awkwardly hugged Nathanaël alongside his mother in a desperate attempt for comfort.

"I know you mean well, Marinette. Right now...I just want to be alone." He breathed, slowly pulling her away.

He offered her a weary smile, and turned. He trudged out of the park, his body shaking with sadness.

Louis hid behind Marinette's leg as Marinette watched Nathanaël leave.

-NATHANAËL-

Nathanaël walked around the corner. At that very moment he couldn't even remember where he was going. Was he going home? Was he going to head back to the school? Was he just going to chill out somewhere else to keep his mind off things?

Nathanaël shook his head, sadness sweeping him almost immediately. He had never felt something so strong before, it made it all the more painful.

Nathanaël willed his legs to continue walking. He didn't bother to look back.

He couldn't sense her presence anymore, he just didn't want to. Slipping into a nearby alley, Nathanaël leaned against the wall breathing as he let a small tear slip from his eyes. He could feel the small surge of anger and jealousy slip through his veins, which he attempted to deny the moment it probed to the surface.

This still wasn't fair. Was it all too much to ask for?

Nathanaël carefully reached around, and unzipped his bag thoughtfully.

He sighed as he pulled out the white sheet of paper, with his well detailed sketch.

He looked at the drawing of Marinette he had made for her which she had left behind the first day she left him. He sighed, shaking his head as he cried softly. He couldn't hide the hurt anymore.

It wasn't until the sheet of paper suddenly dyed into a purple that his eyes widened.

Nathanaël looked straight ahead as a purple butterfly light framed around his eyes.

He could hear a deep voice beckoning to him, whispering angered words into his head.

He shook as he faded into sheer blackness, a dark hate and anger festering inside of him like no other.

-ADRIEN-

"Come on, Louis. Eat some." Adrien begged as he pushed the spoon of his cold mashed fruits baby food to his lips.

"No! No! No! No! No!" Louis whined, shaking his head and pulling away.

Marinette sat beside Adrien with a weary expression.

Adrien managed to place some between his lips which Louis spat out immediately.

"Yuck!" He hissed, scrunching up his face with a gag.

Marinette giggled, as she leaned forward.

"You put his medicine in there?" She whispered.

Adrien grinned leaning over and nodding.

"I think he's figured that out." He snickered.

Marinette breathed out, leaning away and holding herself on her arms.

It had been a long day for the both of them. It was already after dark, and Marinette really just wanted to go to bed.

"Look, mommy will eat some." Adrien spoke, pushing the spoon towards Marinette's mouth.

Marinette looked at Adrien with a glare, before softening up her look and placing the spoon on her mouth.

"Yummy right?" He asked as he withdrew the spoon.

Marinette's face turned a light shade of green, her eyes flickering to Louis, and shook her head.

"Ugh, that's awful" She breathed and wiped the back of her mouth.

Adrien slumped forward, shaking his head.

"That's not helping Marinette..." Adrien groaned.

She looked at him apologetically. "What? I can't blame him, that stuff really is awful."

Adrien shook his head as he sealed the jar of food.

Louis began to rub his eyes. He was looking a little tired.

"Then you're going to have to give him some tomorrow, first thing in the morning." Adrien said, folding his arms.

"Come to bed..." Marinette groaned, leaning on him and puckering her lips.

Adrien looked at her, smiling softly as he leaned down and kissed her.

Marinette felt adrenaline. She had to get used to the fact that every time she asked for a kiss, Adrien always gave her one. She had no idea why, but that thought made her beyond happy.

Adrien stood up, stretching carefully. Marinette looked up at him, her blue orbs connecting with his.

"You're right...it is getting late." He rasped. "I guess I'll see you in the morning."

Marinette looked at him.

"Wait...you're going home again for the night?" She groaned, throwing her head back in a whine.

Adrien folded his arms.

"I have to. My dads back in town and he's starting to realize that I've been gone a lot. He's scary when he starts asking questions." He explained.

His eyes widened, as Louis wrapped himself around his leg.

"Peeese. Don't go." Louis begged, his bottom lip quivering.

His facial expression softened at his son's pouting lip.

"I'm sorry buddy, but-" his voice was cut off the moment Marinette wrapped herself around his other leg.

Adrien snapped his gaze to Marinette as she rested her head on his leg.

"Please, please, please. Stay..." She begged.

Adrien rubbed his temples.

He couldn't believe he actually had to go through this.

He chuckled as he firstly pried Marinette off of him.

"I'll be here all day tomorrow." He whispered, before he tended to Louis.

Marinette stood up with a grimace, watching as Adrien held Louis.

Adrien closed his eyes, holding on to his son, as he kissed the baby on the head.

"Please, gets some sleep. I'll call you tomorrow. If there's anything else you need beforehand just call me." Adrien assured, handing Louis to Marinette thoughtfully.

Marinette nodded, her grimace still evident as she took Louis into her arms.

Adrien smiled, kissing her head before waving a goodbye and leaving.

Louis sniffled, burying his face into his mother's neck and closing his eyes.

Marinette leaned her head on his, kissing his head softly as she bounced him.

She carefully placed him in his crib, and placed the blanket over him. She kissed his head once more as he curled into the blanket.

Marinette sighed, pulling off her day clothes and slipping into her night time clothes.

Tikki had been exhausted, putting up with Louis all day, she was already knocked out cold on Marinette's pillow.

Marinette plopped herself into the broken mattress and frame. She had gotten so used to Adrien around, she had started to hate sleeping alone.

With a frustrated groan she turned her head. She closed her eyes as she attempted to sleep.

She had felt awful for what she did to Nathanaël. She had hoped that he could find it in his heart to forgive her and the two could carry on being friends. She didn't want to hurt him, but she deeply cared for him.

Marinette felt her stomach tense, her eyes squeezing with anxiety at the thought.

She breathed out softly.

Nathanaël said he'd be okay. He simply just needed time to think. Marinette was willing to give him as much time as he needed.

With that thought spent, Marinette finally found herself slipping into a deep sleep.

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Marinette jumped at the sound of her alarm. Tikki groaned, rolling over the arch of the pillow.

Marinette immediately shut off the alarm.

She took a moment to gather her surroundings as the sun had barely even began to rise.

The early morning sky had casted an eerie purple shade in her room.

Marinette breathed as she tried to calm her heart from the sudden alarm and gather her thoughts.

Louis needs his medicine.

Louis needs his medicine.

Louis needs his medicine.

Marinette carefully slipped out of bed, yawning as she dragged herself to the mashed up fruits in a jar that Adrien had prepared the night before.

Marinette fumbled with the cap, as she began dragging her feet towards the crib.

"Louis, sweetie. Let's eat a bit of fruits and mommy will let you go back to s-" her voice was cut off upon approaching an empty crib. The blankets had been disheveled, and Marinette felt her heart race frantically the moment she didn't see a trace of her baby.

Inside was a small folded piece of paper.

Marinette looked around before reaching for the paper, her eyes scanning over the sketches of Louis.

Immediately, she felt her throat tighten at the familiar art style and symbol drawn at the end of the paper.

Tikki gasped, jolting up as the mashed up fruit jar fell to the ground.

Marinette tried to hold in her scream, her cry of sheer fear and pain.

There was one thing that Tikki knew for sure after tending to Marinette.

The Evillistrator was back, and he had Louis.