Adrienne couldn't keep her eyes off of the sweets sitting there on a plastic white plate, just a few feet away from her. Marin noticed her distraction, leaning backward slightly to take a good look at what she was so focused on. He smiled. She was staring at the supply of cookies he had planned to save for Tikki after their day of saving Paris. Might as well have supply than to struggle with finding anything to restore the Kwami's energy. Tikki wouldn't mind giving up a few right? After all Marin can and would make more just in case.

Marin quietly slipped away, into another room, opening his vest and the Kwami flew out. "Looks like someone is hungry for some cookies" Marin whispered. Tikki crossed her tiny arms. She knew what he was talking about. "So what are you gonna do?" Marin thought for a moment before a lightbulb appeared in his head, an idea forming. "Maybe she'll like baking them, but for now i'll give her some of your batch" Tikki smiled. "Good idea! I'm proud of you Marin. You're finally spending time with your crush without being so clumsy" Tikki giggled as she teased him. Marin rolled his eyes but still smiled. He did feel proud that he was managing to get closer to the Model. Not in that creepy way, but earning her friendship and building trust.

The creature slid back into his sweater as he walked back into the kitchen. To his surprise, the blond was still looking at the sweets. Marin's palms began to sweat. "Uh, you hungry?" He was being more confident, but that doesn't mean he wouldn't feel so nervous around her.

The blond jumped slightly, turning around to face him. "Oh, uh, yeah sorta" she threw her arms behind her back. Marin got the plate of cookies, setting them in front of her. "Eat some". Adrienne gladly took some, shoving them into her mouth. Almost immediately, she hummed in satisfaction. The cookies were soft and the chocolate was a rich, milk chocolate.

"Wow..these are amazing" she smiled. Marin's face glowed again, he rubbed his neck. "Thanks, I made them myself" she looked up surprised. "Wow really?" He nods, grabbing one as well and eating it. They're still warm...

"That's great" she smiled eating another one. A heavy silence fell into the room. Neither of them said a single thing, just stood there quiet, both of them looking away. Marin wanted to break the silence, but he couldn't exactly think of anything to say. Adrienne on the other hand, could help but think about their trip tomorrow. She thought about how selfish her dad was being about just taking her away for two weeks just because he wanted to do. He controls her like if she was a puppet and didn't consider her own thoughts and views.

"I've got an idea!" Marin shouts, startling her. He quickly apologizes. "I-I..We I mean can bake some cookies?" He was questioning himself more than asking her. She nodded slightly. "Honestly, I don't know how" biting her lip, the blonde looked down sadly. Marin grabbed her shoulders, making her look right up at him. Smiling he pulled her arm towards the cabinets. "Don't worry about it, i'll teach you" Adrienne smiled, giggling to herself. "Okay, what do we do first"

The two teens gathered supplies, Marin made the batter while Adrienne chose the cookie cutters and laid them out on the table, unable to chose from how many different options she had to able to shape the treats. She was able to do what she wanted for once without getting any sort of judgment whatsoever. She felt free and Marin helped her feel this way. She only got that feeling of freedom when she was Chat but right now she was her normal self. She grinned. Over the past few hours she was able to get Marin to become more comfortable around her and got to know him a little bit more.

He was a shy guy. Although she found his awkwardness and his clumsiness quite adorable. She was glad he was her friend. Her mind wondered on how they first met, outside the school while it was raining. The first day she arrived to the school, met Nina and that horrible misunderstanding between "her" putting gum on Marin's seat. Now that she thinks about it, Marin was probably the only guy who didn't fawn over her because she was the daughter of a famous fashion designer.

Why am I thinking so much about him

She blushed, shaking her head. Why was she? She didn't seem to understand it. Shaking her thoughts away, she looked at the dark haired boy. He was whisking away, holding the bowl on one arm and his arm rapidly mixing the batter. She could see the tiniest flex of his arm muscles as he forcefully batted at the bowl. His figure made her thoughts wondered to Ladybeetle. She forgot to mention to him her absence from being around. She needed to find him.

Glancing at the clock, it read 7:30pm (19.30? in 24 hour time? xD) She still has some time to go and try to find him, she just needed to get away from Marin for a few Minutes. "Uh, where's the bathroom?" she asks a bit too quickly. Marin points and she ran inside. Locking the door, she opened her bag, Plagg flew out yawning. "You owe me a lot of cheese for making me stay inside that thing for hours. I could have suffocated" The sassy cat crossed his arms and gave a small 'humph'. "Not now Plagg, we need to find Ladybeetle and tell him I'll be gone" Plagg looked at the girl curiously. "You sure this isn't an excuse to see him?" He chuckled as she rolled her eyes.

"Plagg, claws out!"

After minutes of jumping building after building looking for him, he couldn't find a trace. He must be busy with his normal life. She thought. He stomach grumbled as the sweet smell of Marin's cookies hit her once she landed on his roof. He decided to pay the guy a small visit as Chat Noir. As she gets to the entrance, she could overhear his parents lightly laughing and with a small peak to the window, Marin covered his extremely red face. "Mom, Dad quiet! she could hear you!" Adrienne giggled, taking a few seconds to regain her serious face before walking through the door.

Marin looked surprised to find Chat but said nothing instead felt guilty from missing the nightly patrol tonight. Instead he wanted to spend the night with Adrienne and get ready for the next day. He had to give Chat an explanation. Little did he know, Chat was infact looking for Ladybeetle for the same reason. On the other hand, Marin's parents were excited to see the superhero at their bakery.

"Chat Noir! what a surprise" Sabrine began. Tom nodded, placing his arm around his wife's waist. "Is there any trouble?" He asked. Chat shook her head, her cat ears wiggling slightly. Marin seemed to be the only one to notice, smiling he thought Was she always able to do that? "Yeah, what brings you here?" He crossed his arms. Chat made her way towards Marin. "Well, I was out looking for Ladybeetle, but seems he's busy. Then I smelled something sweet coming from this bakery-" Marin cut her off before she was able to finish. "So you came to see if you could get your paws on some sweets?" He smirked. Adrienne grinned, leaning close to Marin's face.

"Seems like someone's a fan of my puns" Marin's face flushed a bit. "Well to be fair you say them all the time so it was bound to rub off on me" His poor excuse made her giggle. Marin felt his chest tighten. "Okay, whatever you say. But you're not wrong" She turned to Sabrine and Tom. "I heard this was one of the best bakeries in Paris, mind if I try something?" The two parents nodded and eagerly. Marin rolled his eyes. "You know you also have to pay right Kitty?" Marin immediately clasped his hand over his mouth, panic flowed through him. Crap!

Chat looked at him, a surprised look on her face. "Kitty?" she questioned, narrowing her eyes on him. Only Ladybeetle calls me that... "Sorry, you are a cat right? well, yeah okay how about you try some cookies?" He talked a bit too quickly, but Chat shrugged it off. Must be a Ladybeetle fan Marin sighed in relief as he cursed at himself. Grabbing the plate he set it out on the counter. Chat took some, and asked for some Camembert.

"Honey, shouldn't you check on Adrienne? She's been in there for quite a bit" Sabrine commented. Chat panicked slightly. Trying to keep herself calm, she thought of a distraction but she wasn't quick enough to do anything. Marin disappeared and you can barely hear his voice when he asks outside the bathroom door: "Adrienne? You alright?" The heroine thanked the couple, promising to return with some money and leaving out the door.

Marin panicked hearing no response from the girl. "Adrienne? Open the door please" Chat flew in through the window just in time to detransform and opening the door. The moment she did she fell at his feet losing her balance. "Sorry, I got cramps" Perfect, using your period as an excuse. She mentally facepalmed, but it was a good lie which the poor boy bought. Instead of making it awkward, he helped her up quickly and went back to the counter.

"Where's Chat?" He frowned. "She left honey" His mother responded. Adrienne glanced at Marin for a second. She swore she saw a small look of disappointment on his face, although his smile returned instantly. She shrugged it off.

"What took you so long?" Sabrine was generally concerned. Adrienne bit her lip nervously. "Nothing to worry about just some...cramps" Her voice became soft. Sabrine chuckled slightly as the blonde looked down in embarrassment. The two boys looked at each other not understanding what was going on.

"Anyways have fun on your trip tomorrow. Your father and I are going to turn in" Tom held onto his wife's waist as they both left the room. The two teens alone again.

"How are those cookies coming along?" Adrienne flashed a smile. Marin rubbed his neck, putting on some mittens. "Almost done, just need to bake" He answered, grabbing two trays and putting them inside the oven. "So...you've never actually done this before? Baking I mean" Adrienne's mind wandered towards her mother. She disappeared before she turned 2 years old. She's never really had that kind of close relationship with her father either, she never really had that chance to bond with someone and do girl things with her growing up. It was always servants or workers her father had ordered to take care of a few issues.

The young girl's eyes teared up at the memories. She had photo's saved from her mother, it was all she had of her. Marin looked at her worriedly. Did I say something? He asked himself. He walked towards her closer. "Adrienne?..." She snapped out of her thoughts, wiping away her tears and laughed slightly. "Y-yeah?" She whispered softly, her eyes stung. "Did..Did I say something?" His faced flushed, feeling as if he was the reason why she was in the verge of tears.

"No...haha, no you didn't. Don't worry about it" She tried to force a smile on her face. Her bottom lip quivered and her eyes were shining, the tears just threatening to spill from her eyes. Marin placed on a hand on her shoulder. "What's wrong?" That was all she needed to hear before spilling everything to him. Occasionally a few tears would slip down her cheeks, but she would wipe them away as she proceeded to tell him everything going on with her mother. Marin stood there, listening to her. It was the least he could do, it seemed the model had a lot of bottled up emotions that sooner or later needed to get out.

"I-I don't what happened to her, but I wish I met her..." She took in a deep, shaky breath. "I wish I had my mom here with me" That crossed the line. She couldn't take it anymore. She bursted into tears, unable to stop. Her fist balled up, bringing them up to her eyes, her hands became wet. She sobbed uncontrollably. Hearing her story made Marin's eyes sting. He went over to the crying girl, wrapping his arms around her, letting her cry. Marin ran his hands through her hair, her sobs and hiccups becoming less frequent as he did so. 10 minutes passed until she finally calmed down.

Marin and Adrienne stood there embracing each other in silence."I-I'm sorry you had to see me like this" She rubbed her eyes, looking down at the floor feeling disappointed she let all this out to someone she was just beginning to know. Marin wasn't quite a stranger, he was her friend of course but what she just confessed was something really deep and personal. The only other person who knew was Nina.

Marin tilted her head upward, he looked down at her puffy red eyes. He smiled weakly, running his finger on her cheek. "Don't be sorry, I understand. You just needed to let it all out some way or another" Adrienne sniffed and smiled back at him, pulling herself away from him as she heard a soft ding coming from the oven. Marin stood there, eyes wide after realizing his actions. He pulled her close and caressed her cheek in a loving way, at least he took it that way. Adrienne took it as a friendly gesture, not a romantic one. Marin's face flushed a bright red.

"Looks like they're done" copying Marin's previous actions, she took the mittens and took the hot silver plate out carefully. "So Mr. Baker, what do we do now?" After his red stained face came back to its peachy colored state, he grinned taking out tubs of icing. "We decorate"

Arriving to school on time felt weird to Marin. No akuma attacks so it was just a regular day for him. He replayed last nights events in his head, grinning like an idiot. After the two of them started decorating the cookies, Adrienne's came out like a total disaster. He had to give her some credit for trying though. Marin was an expert at designing, so his cookie came out decorated in a beach like setting. As for hers...well. Let's just say it was the work of a 1st grader. Frosting sloppily smeared in random spots and sprinkles drizzled on top like a rainbow threw up on it.

Marin chuckled as he remembers her pouting sadly, crossing her arms. Marin offered to give her his cookie in exchange for hers. Adrienne grinned happily. Marin wanted her awful designed cookie? After moment of debating with him, she gladly took it and gave him something he didn't expect in return. A kiss on the cheek. Marin sighed dreamily.

"Well someone looks really happy" Marin grinned hearing Alim arrive, standing beside Marin. "Oh shush" He punched his shoulder playfully. "Well if you're going to be with the girl for 2 weeks, it's best i give you some advice so you don't mess things up" Alim kept his voice low, wrapping an arm around Marin's shoulder, pulling him closer. "Keep the girl happy, be yourself and be confident. Whatever you're doing that gave you the confidence to talk to her like a normal person? Yeah, keep that up" Marin nodded, entering the classroom.

Marin looked confused the moment he saw Nina sitting in his seat. The two girls gave the guys a wave. Alim smiled as he saw Nina, a slight blush on his cheeks. It was barely noticeable but it was still there if you get close enough. Marin smirked, elbowing his best friend who rolled his eyes as he goes up to his proper seat. Marin sat next to Adrienne, smiling she gives him a wave.

"This is only until the project is over, don't worry" She stated. Marin nodded. "Thanks again, for the cookies." "No problem" As class went on, every student worked on the project schedules. They each received a child, made out of both plastic and robot parts. It looked so life like. The two teens started at it. It laid in front of them, lifeless.

"It looks so weird" Adrienne's eyes were glued to the baby. Marin was the same, poking it slowly and retracting his hand quickly as if it was diseased. Adrienne laughed, shaking her head at his actions. "Marin, it's fake not diseased" Marin flushed, and chuckled. "I know, but still it's creepy"

Adrienne took a deep breath, picking it up and rocking the baby. Instantly the machine made giggles. Adrienne smiled. She felt like a real mother. I'll be a better parent than my father ever was too me. Even if this is a fake baby. Marin on the other hand stared at her. She's so beautiful when she smiles like that. He thought. Without thinking, he placed his hand on hers. She looked up smiling at him. A small blush appeared on her cheeks at how close they were. Marin couldn't take it, he wanted to kiss her so bad, the urge was incredibly strong.

He leaned in, their faces inching closer. Adrienne didn't notice, but she started doing the same thing. It was interrupted by someone clearing their throat. The broke away, both blushing hard. Adrienne couldn't believe what she just did. Nearly kissing Marin? She had feelings for Ladybeetle, why did nearly kissing Marin felt like she was doing it with Ladybeetle? She got the chills just thinking about all her conflicting emotions. I need to stop thinking about him...

"Sorry to interrupt you two, but we were wondering if you both wanted to join us for lunch?" Marin chuckles nervously, stuttering with his words again. "Yeah! Wouldn't that be a good thing-to ya know hang out before we leave I mean" Adrienne turned, facing Nina. "Sure" she smiled happily, trying to ignore the fact that her cheeks were stained a bright red color.

"Great" Nina smirked. The two teens turned back in their seats. Both awkwardly looking away. The two sitting in silence for what seemed a long time until Marin got the courage to apologize and end the awkward moment. "Sorry, Adrienne. I don't know what came over me." All while having an insane mental freak out. OH MY GOD I'M SO STUPID GOD WHYY Adrienne didn't look up at him, she smiled at the ground. "No problem" Marin sighed in relief, glancing at the clock. 30 more minutes. Lunch needs to get here sooner.

"So...what should we do now?" He questions. She shrugged, still feeling slightly embarrassed as to what happened earlier, she didn't wanna speak for the time being. Marin noticed her uncomfortableness, and didn't push anything further. On the corner of his eye, passed Adrienne. He saw Clayton giving him the ultimate death glare of all time. Apparently this guy can't forgive and forget, it's always that he is better than anyone else. The hero rolled his eyes, looking away. Starting a fight isn't going to help. Might be best to avoid him. "Parenting shouldn't be too hard right?"

Adrienne's sudden question shot confusion through him. "Why do you ask that?" One look at her sadden expression recalled what she told him about her mother. He had another question, where was her dad? "What about your..dad?" He had to be there for her right? Sure, the fashion designer had a lot of work to do, but that shouldn't stop him from spending time with Adrienne.

"Let's not talk about this now" she whispered. Marin bit his lip, feeling slightly guilty for making her be reminded of her mother. "You'd make an excellent mother if that's what you're worried about" Adrienne swallowed hard, fighting the tears. Smiling she looked up at him and whispered a thank you. Clayton, was watching the two of them, feeling his blood boil at the fact that Marin was closer to the model than he was. There was no way he was letting Marin win this one anytime soon. "Just you wait Marin..." his fist balled. "I'll get you back when you least expect it"

The bell rang, the students gathered their bags and headed out the room for their lunch break. The four teens walked out together, lightly making conversation until they were outside the school. In his bag, Marin felt Tikki open it up, sticking her head out smiling her cute little smile, and her blue eyes shined against the light from the sun. "What's up Tikki?" He whispered, bringing the bag up to his face. "How's it going with Adrienne?" He smiled, appreciating that the Kwamii was interested in what was going on. "Good, but hide for no Tikki" The Kwamii nodded slipping back into the purse. "What was that?" Alim questioned. Marin froze. Had he seen? No, of course not.

"What was what?" He asked, feeling his palms sweat. "Where you not talking to me?" Standing straighter, as they all walked down the stairs, he gave a slight laugh. "You must be hearing things Alim" In return for the comment, Marin received a punch on the shoulder. The two girls shook their head. "Boys".

Clover walked behind them, seeming to go by unnoticed by them. He grinned evilly, holding a hot drink in one hand. He went to pour the hot drink on his head, when Nina pushed him away. "Really Clayton? Can you not leave Marin alone?" With her hands on her hips, the others turned standing side by side together. "Clover, what the hell man, you need to let this go or so help me-" Marin held his hand up, cutting off his best friend.

"Let him. Come on man what's your problem with me?" Marin stood in front of Clayton. Adrienne's eyes widen when he saw he was starting to stand up for himself. It was such a shock to everyone too, it gathered attention. MAny gathered around, circling the two probably expecting them to fight. "My problem? You're all over Adrienne like you're her boyfriend or something" It took a lot to keep Marin from losing self control and swinging a punch at the rich blonde, no matter how bad he wanted to do it, he couldn't afford to getting into trouble again. "I'm not her boyfriend, we are only partners. Besides, she chose me. It's not my fault she didn't want an obsessed psycho like you to do this project with her" Clayton's face turned red, his anger settling in.

"Please, we all know that you have an insane crush on her, it's obvious" Marin paled. Adrienne looked at MArin shocked. He has a crush on me? "You wanted to be her partner as much as i did" His face flushed. Taking a deep breath, he asked. "What are you going to do about it?" Clayton swung at his face. Although, missing his face because Marin dodged it. Student's instantly, gave out 'ooooh's' .

Adrienne stepped up, pushing Clayton out of the way while Alim and Nina back her up. "Stop! I've had enough of your crap Clayton" She grabbed his shirt, pulling him down to her level. "You mess with him again, you mess with him and believe me when i say, i can easily beat your ass. Got it?"

The adrenaline rushed through her. Her actions caused people to gasp in surprise, again not expecting this from her. She cursed, threatened and was really pissed off. She was acting opposite from her normal self. My Chat Noir is showing. She said to herself. Retreating from him, she grabbed her friends and they ran off, back inside the building. She had hoped that they wouldn't get in trouble again. "Damn, what has gotten into you?" Nina questioned, releasing herself from Adrienne's grip.

The poor girl smiled nervously, rubbing her arm in the process. "I've just been moody lately" She said softly. Marin and Alim looked at each other confused. Neither said a thing, but stand there and listened to the girls talk. "Your dad giving you a hard time? He needs to give you a break I swear" Adrienne, went along with her. "Yeah, he's been hard on me" Marin's thoughts went back to earlier today. That's why she's upset...her dad is causing her a lot of stress. Marin concluded. The blond internally sighed in relief. She was glad no one was catching on.

"Let's eat lunch before we gotta face the devil again" Alim suggested, sitting at the bench, in the middle of the locker area. The others chuckled lightly, sitting down as well. The blonde reached into her bag, pulling out a tub of cookies. Marin's heart skipped a beat knowing she had kept the snack. He was also hoping she doesn't remember the fact Clayton had revealed his secret. His crush on her. He wanted to avoid the subject from ever coming up, as for Alim, he knew that he shouldn't bring it up anytime soon. As if by one glance, he knew.

"So, what's going on that's making you stressed?" Nina asked curiously. The two boys also listened.

"Dad is making me do this fashion show, so I'm taking Marin with me since we need to finish and do the project together" She explained, taking out her phone and pulling up an article of the big show. "Are you serious?" Nina was getting slightly irritated. "Does you dad even know how important your studies are?" Adrienne shrugged. "I don't think he cares enough, only about himself"

She handed her the phone, letting the three friends read the article. "How long you going to be gone?" Alim spoke this time.

"Two weeks" Alim, wiggled his eyebrows at Marin, grinning. Marin glared slightly toward his best friend. Nina caught on and giggled. "Well I hope the two of you have fun" Nina snickered even more, holding her hand to her mouth. Marin's face flushed a deep red. "Not too much fun, but if you go that far, then stay safe"

By this point, Nina threw herself to the floor, laughing like crazy. "ALIM!" Marin punched his shoulder, losing his balance and falling to the floor, cackling. Marin shook his head, hiding his face from Adrienne. She on the other hand, looked at the two dying friends, gripping their stomach and rolling on the floor.

Clearly she didn't understand what was going on, thankfully she didn't catch on. Marin would be even more embarrassed than he already was if that was even possible.

"You want one of my cookies?" She asked, taking the bag of sweets from her backpack. Her comments made things worse. "Y-yeah M-Marin do..do you want one of her cookies?" Marin flushed harder, pretty sure he would get a nosebleed by the heat radiating off his face. Alim and Nina snorted, both of them struggling to breath.

He was definitely going to kill Alim later.

Hawkmoth felt Clayton's anger, he laughed evilly. Blackening the little butterfly before releasing it to the outside world. Clayton's fist balled, punching the wall in anger. He glanced to the floor, seeing a wooden stick laying on the floor. Clayton wanted to take his anger out on something. Picking it up, he almost snapped it in half before the purple butterfly landed on it.

"I am Hawkmoth and I can help you get revenge, all I ask in return is for you to obtain something stolen from me" Clayton ginned, accepting the request. "I'm coming for you Marin" he mumbled, before letting himself be controlled by the Akuma.

Thank you all for reading! I'll update again soon.

Bye *-*)