Adrien does not get how his father expects him to date someone he barely knows. He can tell the new girl has a few things in common with him.  This still does not change the fact he believes he should be free to date whoever he wants to date.  How should he handle this news?

       He shakes his head because he knows he can not tell anyone how he feels. He believes no one cares anyway.  Why should they when his father does not care?
      

       Marinette goes to Adrien's photoshoot and wonders why she even came. It is not like Adrien invited her.  Besides, after he was so rude to her she does not owe him anything. She knows this yet she finds herself watching him.

      Luka sighs as he watches Marinette look in Adrien's direction.  He thinks, what does that other guy have that I do not have?  He can not see what Marinette sees in him. He is sure the blonde boy is why Marinette was crying earlier.  He can not stand to see her upset.

      He looks to see what happens next. He sure hopes the model will not say or do anything else to further upset Marinette.  He can not guarantee he will be able to stop himself from beating the guy up if he does. He stands under a tree unsure how to proceed now that his crush glances in the direction of Adrien Agreste.

     Adrien looks up to see Marinette wave at him. He can not believe it. He wonders what would make her show up after how badly he treated her. He feels relieved to see her yet guilt about the whole conversation he had with her.  He thinks if only there were something to do to make it right.

    Vincent turns around to see what has caught the attention of Adrien. He smiles when he sees the object of his affection is a young lady with dark blue hair and bluebell eyes. He recognizes her as a designer and a baker.   He believes perhaps she is the reason Adrien refuses to smile. He walks over to her.

   "Miss, over here," The photographer says.

    Marinette looks over at Luka as if she needs his approval on how to respond.  Luka just nods his head and gives her a thumbs up.

     "What did you wish to speak to me about anyway?"  Marinette asks.

    "I believe you would be a great addition to Adrien's photoshoot," Vincent remarks.

    "So, what do you say?"  Vincent asks.

   "Oh, okay," Marinette replies.

       Vincent smiles as he and Marinette both walk over to where Adrien sits.  Adrien looks them both over, then frowns.  "Vincent, what is all this?" Adrien asks.

   "A-Adrien, he asked me t-to be in the ph-photoshoot with y-you," Marinette mutters.

   "Oh, in that case, do please, sit," Adrien says. He gently points to the area where he thinks she should sit.
  
    Marinette sits, but refuses to look his way. She still a bit sore at him after what happened earlier that day.

     Vincent smiles and snaps a photo of Adrien as he stares at Marinette. He can see the look of admiration his client has for the girl. He thinks it is to bad the young man can see it the way everyone else does.  He notices the young lady appears to be angry.  He can tell with the way she puts on a grin that looks rather practiced.

    "Good, now turn so you face the other person,"  Vincent says.

    "I do not know if that is a good idea," Marinette answers.

     "I will do if she does," Adrien says.

      Adrien turns so that he is across from her and she turns around.  He sees her look into his eyes and feels his face turn a certain shade of red. He can not understand his feelings. He thinks what is happening.

      Marinette blushes and feels her voice as it gets caught in her throat. She feels so awkward.

        Vincent choices that moment to snap a few more photos. Then, without any cues, Adrien stands up, walks over to Marinette, and grabs her hand. He sees her flench. He is not sure how to respond.  
       The photographer takes a photo, and continues to snap photos as Adrien, pulls Marinette to a standing position.  He does not stop when Adrien places a hand on Marinette's cheek or when he whispers something in her ear.

     "Well, I think that is good for today, Adrien and Miss Dupain-Cheng,"  Vincent says.

     "Marinette, her name is Marinette," Adrien says.

     "Yes, well, I do hope you can meet him here at 4 pm tomorrow, Miss Marinette," Vincent remarks.  He does not wait for a response as he packs his things and leaves.

       Marinette starts to leave now that the photoshoot is over.  She does not wish to speak to Adrien. She can not stand the way he makes her feel. She can not understand it.  How can she still love him after what he put her through?

      "Marinette, I need to speak to you," Adrien says.
  
   "Whatever is can wait," Luka says.  He glares at him.

      Luka holds Marinette's hand in his and walks away with her.  

        Adrien is left standing there with a dumbfounded look on his face. He thinks, what just happened? He is furious that Luka should walk off with his girl.  He blushes and thinks, what?  Since when have I thought about Marinette this way?  He sighs. He feels as if he will never get another chance with her.  Perhaps, this is a sign that he should let her go.  

      He leaves to go home.  He goes to his room without a word and feels a few tears form in his eyes.  He shakes his head unsure what to do.  He wishes he could apologize to her, but how?  How can he when Luka is in the picture now?

    "Luka mind telling me what that was all about back there?"  Marinette asks.

    "Marinette, I thought you would understand.  I mean Adrien is the one who broke your heart,"  Luka states.

    "Luka, just leave me alone," Marinette yells at him. She walks away.

      Luka does not try to follow her. He decides it must be for the best to leave her alone. He goes back to his place feeling more confused than he has been in years.

    find out more in part 3...

-Summer out!