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On his way up, Marin stopped by the gift shop, seeing all the flowers and balloons on display. He figured he might as well give his girlfriend her first present. Boyfriends do that right? Buy small but nice things for their lover to show them they loved them and vice versa. Marin dug out his wallet, seeing he only five dollars, hardly enough to buy her a big gift. Why are hospital gifts so expensive? He thought looking down at a price tag. The woman at the counter recognized him and squealed in excitement.

"Oh my gosh, your ladybeetle! Or Marin i mean, are you looking for something specific? I can help you" she rambled. Marin rubbed his neck, feeling awkward. "Yes, actually, a friend of mine is looking for something to give to his girlfriend who is in the hospital right now, any idea?" The woman grinned and nodded.

"I have the perfect thing" Maybe it's not so bad to be treated like a celebrity

When Marin came back into the room that Adrienne was in, Master Fu was sitting right beside her along with a police officer standing in the corner, writing notes on a notepad. Adrienne had a saddened look but her face brightened seeing her now official boyfriend, stood at the door. The officer handed something to the blonde that she placed inside her phone case. Thanking her for her time, the officer tipped his hat and left, shaking hands with Marin. Sighing, Adrienne rubbed her temples with the tip of her fingers.

"I guess he came to talk to you?" Marin asked. He held the small gift bag behind his back. Distracted, Adrienne nodded and looked at Fu who was surrounded by Plagg, Tikki and Nooroo. The purple Kwami was being pressed by the two other Kwami's who were joyous of having their old friend back safe and sound. "Yeah, he told me what the charges were and how long he was going to be locked up. He went to go talk to him right now" she said frowning.

"He will receive the appropriate consequences for his actions but that doesn't mean you can't go see him Mrs. Agreste" Adrienne nodded, understanding that it really isn't that bad. "That's true i guess, i don't know how i'm gonna face him though" Marin placed a hand on her shoulder. "Ill help you, dont worry" he said "Lets get down to business, like i told Adrienne, i feel like it would be best to have you both keep Tikki and Plagg" Marin looked at him, wide eyed. How the topic come out all of the sudden with a straight answer. There really was no reason to discuss it.

"Are you being serious?" The wise man nodded, not once did he hesitate. "Marin, i want you to be the new master of all Miraculous's" Adrienne giggled at his expression, he was so shocked and taken back, he couldn't process what it was he said. "U-Uhm i-im sorry what?" Master fu took out a box, looking similar to how the earring box he had when he started. He didn't dare to open it right then and there of course he wanted to wait.

"You are ready Marin. i'm getting too old and i need someone responsible and trustworthy to take this job. Will you accept it?" Adrienne looked at marin with hopeful eyes. They sparkled with excitement, hoping that her boyfriend would take up the job. Truthfully, she just wanted to keep her Kwami being that she already grew an attachment towards him.

"I'll think about it" Master got up, a pleased smile upon his face. "Glad to hear that, come see me when you've made a decision" Marin nodded. Once he was gone, Marin took a deep breath and pulled out the present he was desperately hiding. Adrienne looked at the bag, surprised. She took the bag and sat up properly on the bed.

"What's this for?" Marin shrugged, cheeks glow red. "It's just a little gift i bought for you, you know being stuck here and all" Adrienne awed, in return giving him a peck on the cheek. "That's really sweet, thank you" Taking the decorative strings and paper out, she began to take out the things inside slowly. There was a mini candle, a bear holding a heart that said 'I Love You' on it, some candy pieces, lip balm and a pack of cookies and some cheese. Something Marin had to add for Plagg.

Adrienne grinned and took his hand in hers, thanking him again for the present. "Ya know being in here isn't as bad as i expected it to be" Laughing, Marin kissed her forehead. Plagg flew up and gasped at the sight of the cheese. "Are you going to eat that?" "No you can have it" Tikki sighed and rolled her eyes. Nooroo sat on Adriennes knee and remained silent, not speaking a word which Marin looked at small kwami and pat its head gently.

"Well little guy, you've been through alot havent you?" Nooroo rolled his eyes but agreed. "Oh yes, it was a shame i couldn't do anything myself. I always have to do as my master wishes" Adrienne and Marin exchanged looks. "What do you mean?" Tikki raised her little paw to answer. "Every Kwami has to do what our holders say, either good or bad we have to do it"

"Kinda like a genie?"

"Mm..in a way yes, except we don't grant wishes" Plagg answered. "That basically makes them our slaves. I can see why it was easy for you to abuse the power" Marin rubbed his thumb underneath his chin. "That's why my father was able to...ya know do what he did, all because he was upset that my mother's gone" Adrienne sighed sadly. Marin pat the blonde's head. "Your mother loved you very much Adrienne and so does your father, he may have trouble showing it but does love you" Nooroo said in his quiet tone.

"Do you remember how your mom was like?" Marin asked cautiously. He didn't want to trigger her bad memories or have her pissed at him. Adrienne smiled softly and nodded. "Yeah, she and I would always talk about the most pointless things ever at times. I remember her reading to me when i was little and playing around with me and She always told me she would be there for me when i needed it. Every night she told me she loved me and promised the next day would always be a new day to look forward to." Adrienne giggled lightly and Marin's pout-like face. His eyes were glassy and his pout was to prevent himself from crying.

"Your mom sounds like a sweet person, she's lucky to have you as a daughter you know" Marin wiped a tear from his eye. "I'm lucky to have a mom like her" she sighed. Adrienne grabbed her phone from the table and flicked through her pictures.

She came across a picture of her and her mother smiling and hugging each other. So she's really gone. She thought. Her eyesight blurred slightly, feeling her throat close up. Thanks for being the best mom ever. Marin looked at the picture of his girlfriend and her mother, aweing at how similar they were. The Kwami's took turns looking at the small device and nodded to each other.

glancing at the time on his own phone, Marin decided it was time to get a good night's rest since he has school in the morning. No way was he getting out it, or else the police would come after him from missing so many school days. Same with Adrienne, but she had an excuse. "Its getting late Adri, we should go to bed" Adrienne looked at her own clock and agreed. "You've got class tomorrow, I forgot." Marin stood up, scavenging through the cabinets for a blanket. He threw it on the long, cushioned seat beside the window. Going back over to Adrienne, Marin put another small blanket on her and tucked it in slightly on her sides.

"Don't worry, i'll make sure ill take notes for you, again" Adrienne stuck her tongue out. "I'll be out by tomorrow, just watch" "Whatever you say Kitten" Marin teased. He leaned over and kissed her lips once before muttering 'good night'. Both slept in peace of the rest of the night. Adrienne remained awake, a little longer after Marin had fallen asleep. She looked outside the window, seeing the dark being dimly lit with the stars, shining up in the sky.

Closing her eyes, she steadied her breathing and her ears focused on the small beeping sounds of the monitors behind her. Adrienne was humming to herself, when she heard a few knocks from the door before it opened. A nurse came in, rubbing her hands together and giving the girl a smile. "Can't sleep?" The nurse asked. Adrienne sat up and nodded, the woman glanced at the Miraculous Box and smiled lightly.

"Cute jewelry box" Adrienne realized what she was talking about and nodded. "Thanks" Grabbing a hold of her clipboard, she maked a few numbers from the monitors. "Itll take a few more days to heal, you've got a lot of bruises in your back, a broken foot and suffered from dehydration. You'll get released later tomorrow just don't do any extreme physical activity" the nurse explained. Adrienne sighed in relief, not only because she was going to prove Marin wrong but that she'll be able to resume her daily routine again like she used to.

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Marin woke up to the next morning, back cramping and 5 missed calls from his mother and 2 from Nino. Marin woke up to an earlier hour than he would normally but he figured that would be a good thing. Adrienne was wide awake, moving around the room with her crutches and hospital robe draping over her body. She was trying to walk around, falling a couple of times but she never gave up.

Worried for Adrienne's safety, he told his mother to check up on Adrienne, helping her get to home alright whenever she got released while he was too busy for school. Arriving to school was still difficult. Many still tried to crowd around the former superhero. Marin hoped it'll blow over soon, the popularity would diminish and he wouldn't have to deal with any of it any longer. When arriving to class, Marin sat down in his usual place, many of his classmate whispering among themselves and looking at him.

Nina and Alim laid their heads on the tables, clearly exhausted. Marin smirked. "Tired eh?" The two gave him a 'not now, i'm dying right now' look. Chuckling, he sat back and waited for his teacher. "God, I feel like total crap" Alim groaned, pushing himself against Marin's shoulder, sighing loudly. Marin bit his lip to suppress the laugh "And you gave me crap for being late to class" Alim lifted his head, grabbing Marin's shirt and pulling his shirt.

"I...am so sorry. I will never. Ever. Make fun of you again" Marin laughed, shaking his head at how dramatic Alim was being. "Whatever dude" Marins eyes wandered and he found the small golden chain off of his neck, hidden in his shirt. He still has his miraculous he thought. He looked towards Nina and so did she, A green bracelet placed on her small wrist.

"Yo dude, are you alright?" Alim snapped him out of his thoughts. "You're spacing again" he chuckled. "Oh, sorry" "What's up?" Hesitating, the two other teens leaned forward closer to his face, enclosing a small space so only they'll be able to hear what he was going to say.

"I'm thinking about being the next guardian of the miraculous.  Alim and Nina looked at each other shocked. "No way! Like, you get to keep all of the Miraculous like that nice old dude?" Alim questioned excitedly. Rubbing his neck, Marin nodded. "I still have to think about it.." "If you don't, can I?" Marin shot his best friend an annoyed look. "Alim-" "I'm kidding! What is there to think about? You get to keep Tikki and Plagg around, didn't you want that?" Marin remained quiet. He did want that, so what was it that was holding him back? Maybe he felt like he couldn't just accept so suddenly. That he should think about it more.

"I don't know, it's just a feeling I got" he sighed. "Maybe talk to Adrienne, she might be able to get your thoughts together" Nina suggested. Mrs. Bustier came into the classroom and the conversations died down. Seeing the returning student, she made a happy announcement to congratulate the former hero for not only saving Paris but also returning to school. Slightly embarrassed, Marin nodded and slumped in his seat. Many began to question Adrienne's absence, to which Marin explained she was in a small accident and will be returning tomorrow.

The instructor went on about the current lesson, occasionally referring back to the baby project that, Not only did Marin and Adrienne forget about it, the failed the assignment that couldn't be made up. Semi-lost, Marin jotted down almost everything about the lesson on his tablet, sending every finished piece to Adrienne. During their lunch hour, Adrienne stood at the school entrance, her leg in a small leg cast and holding herself up with the pair of crutches.

Adrienne held a plastic bag and waited for her friends arrival. Marin eyes shot open, wide at the sight of her standing there. It had only been a few hours, maybe 2 max and she was already up and walking. Jogging over, Marin's protective boyfriend side was activated. He ran to her, quickly taking the bag from her hands. They became slightly red after holding the bag for so long.

"Girl! Oh my god, what are you doing here?" Nina squealed, hugging her. With one hand, Adrienne hugged her back tightly and laughed. "I'm coming to school, duh. I got released so might as well right?" Marin smiled, pressing his lips on her cheek. "Are you sure you feel alright to be here?" Adrienne nodded. "Heck yeah, like a broken leg is going to stop me" she rolled her eyes slightly. Alim gave her a high five, liking her positive attitude. "Alright! But what's in the bag?" Nina asked curiously, trying to take a peek inside.

"Just some sweets I got from Marin's mom" she answered. "I thought you we could hang out while you're in break" hugging Adrienne, Marin thanked her. "That's sweet of you but you shouldn't stress yourself" Alim shook his head and laughed. "Marin, don't be so overprotective, she knows her limits" Blushing, Marin rubbed his neck. "Yeah, you're right, sorry" Adrienne giggled.

"What are you waiting for then? Let's go!" Adrienne hopped away towards the stairs before stopping and looking back at her friends who looked at her confused. "I'm gonna need help going down the stairs"

XxxxTime Skip Xxxx

The teens decided to take a stroll around the park, the sun shined down in them, making their bodies feel warm. Adrienne closed her eyes, feeling the sun and heat on her face and skin. It felt so nice to be outside and feel relaxed. It was semi-quiet, the faint sounds of the cars and people talking were heard, but they were almost too quiet that you could easily ignore it.

Sitting at the bench, Marin gently squeezed Adrienne's hand as they sat in silence. Occasionally looking down at her, seeing her smiling slightly to herself. He took in her features. It felt really different to see her up close than when he saw the picture of her on magazine covers. He still couldn't believe that they were dating even. It was almost like it was just a dream. He had time to reflect on becoming the next Miraculous guardian.

It seemed like a big responsibility, although the more he thought about it, the less it worried him. They were going to hibernate anyway until they were needed anyway if he chose to lock them away until further notice. They'd be protected right? Letting out a big sigh, his grip on her hand became slightly tighter, which caused Adrienne to shift her attention towards him.

"You alright there? Your grip is a little tight" she smiled, giving him a look of concern. Snapping out of his thoughts, he smiled at the blonde, apologetically. "Yeah, I was just thinking" he took a pause. "I'm gonna take up Master Fu's offer on being the Guardian" surprised and excited, Adrienne grinned. "That's great!" Adrienne scooted closer to her boyfriend, placing her head on his shoulder.

"Ya know, things aren't turning out as bad as I thought, we already made so much progress on fixing our current problems" The couple locked gazes, Adrienne messed around with Marin's hair. She nodded at his words, thinking that maybe she was just otherthinking everything. "Yeah. Good news is, we can stop worrying about Hawkmoth and akuma's"

As much as they wanted to put an end to Hawkmoth's torment on the city, they both were going to miss it. Now that they have the time to do anything. It all seems kinda...boring. Adrienne pouted her lips at the thought. Marin smirked, kissing her temple. "We'll we can focus on us if you want" he said in a hushed tone. Cheeks slightly reddening, Adrienne responded immediately .

"Yeah, we can go on our first official date" she responded. "Yep! I'll make sure it'll be the best date ever" nodding, Adrienne laughed and snuggled closer to his chest. Marin hugged her closer and placed his chin on top of her head.

Everything was Miraculously Switched back to normal and for the better now that Hawkmoth is gone. Marin thought with a smile placed on his face.

Let's hope it stays that way

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That's it's guys....that's the ending. Gosh, I can't believe I finished this book. Scratched that, I can't believe I finished something xD. The ending was crap, so I'll fix it sometime later but it's currently past 12:30 in the morning and I couldn't sleep not think for that matter.

Thanks to my proof readers and my besties: VeraLynnKay StephanieMerrell belen_1133 Rosiethemusicfreak who always encouraged me to write more and more.

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I'll be posting the epilogue soon and finally have this story wrapped up and 100% completed. Thanks for reading! ^-^