It’s been a few years, I was in my second year of fashion and design. I wasn’t as connected with my school friends from high school anymore, there were a few I kept in touch with like the girls, my relationship with alya was still a bit weird, there's a lot of unspoken problems between us we still need to face but now's not the time.

My phone buzzed in my pocket as I sketched out a new design.

“Hey Adrien.” I put my phone on speaker as I finished up my latest project, holding up different scraps of fabric to tikki for her opinion. “What’s up?”

“Nothing much, I just wanted to call you up and see how you were doing.”

I thought about it, humming. “I’m alright I suppose, are we still on for dinner tonight?”

“I wouldn't miss it, how’s your design coming along?”

“Well, I’m just figuring out which fabrics I should use for it, maybe I could get your opinion when you come over?”

“Of course! And, um, how are you feeling today?” It was the full moon the other night and Adrien stayed over the whole day to make sure I was okay even though I’ve already gotten used to my transformations.

“Eh, I’ve been better, I’ve been dealing with this for like, five years now, I think I’ll be fine.”

“I know, I know, I just, I want to worry about you and make sure you’re okay.”

“Well, there's no need so thank you but I promise I’m fine.”

“That's good.” There was a commotion on the other line. “Oh, my break is over, I’ll talk to you later?”

“Yeah, see you.” he hung up and I dropped my supplies on the desk.

“Hey tikki, I’m going on a walk to clear my head, are you okay here?” She nodded and I set off.

Strolling down the crowded streets, I instantly relaxed. Five years ago, the streets were quiet and barren with the exception of human turned statues so the loud hustle and bustle on the street was warmly welcomed.

The bakeries kept their doors open letting the comforting scent of freshly baked bread waft out, drawing customers in.

Walking along the river, I could hear kitty section playing in the distance on the houseboat, even from here I could see the large crowd they were drawing in and I gave a small smile at their success. They still need to be signed but they’re doing fairly well right now.

I continued my stroll, soaking up the sounds of the city. Letting the wind wip at my hair, I made my way to the bridge that nearly killed me twice. I still have yet to make peace with the past, but walking over it isn’t as heart stoppingly scary anymore. Even so, I still hurried over it.

Once across, I made my way through a few more blocks, shivering a little bit as I passed the warehouse, the cold feel of metal digging under my skin determined to stay. All I could do was shake off the feeling and press on.

I took a few detours to get home from there to avoid any bad memories on my way back.

I just approached the door when I noticed fresh mail in the mail box and figured it’d be best to bring it in. There were a few letters addressed to me so I took those up to my room, leaving the rest on the kitchen table for my parents.

Most of the mail was junk but at the bottom of the stack was a letter from Adrien. It started;

Dear Marinette,

I’m sending you in this letter, a contract. I have no interest in taking over my fathers business or keeping it under the Agreste name. I know you have a love for fashion and  hope this helps kick start your career after school if you choose to continue to pursue this. All it would do is give you financial help and access to his old stores which I look forward to seeing you transform into something better. I completely understand If you reject this offer, no matter the reason, I only hope to see this company become something better than my father ever was.
Sincerely,

Adrien

He didn’t add his last name, he no longer does anymore. I pinned the letter to my corkboard to think on later, it wasn’t important right now and I wanted a moment to myself.

Climbing up to my balcony, I breathed in the cool summer air, the breese teasing my hair. The warm scent of bread and pastries from my parents bakery as customers came in and out, I could hear them calling out ‘Thank yous’ and ‘Hellos’ as they crossed the doorway.

I let my head clear, only taking notice of myself in the present moment, reflecting on how far I’ve come.

It’s been a few years since Hawkmoth’s been defeated, since my identity was revealed and Chat was akumatized but I’ve been doing so much better. I was still going to therapy and have lot’s to work through but it really did help. It was a lot of stress filled work but it was relieving. I needed a lot of help from my friends and family to get here but now I’m well enough to work on my own now.

In all honesty, I’m proud of how far I’ve come, I’m doing well in school and mentaly. I’ve taken more and longer moments to myself recently, I could start to be seen as a lone wolf but that's okay, I’ve finally started to love and relish my own company.

I had things to do today but I could cherish this moment a little longer, once it’s gone, it’ll be missed but I want to remember every second of it, remember that after storms is the sunniest weather.

I look forward to seeing the sun again.

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We made it guys! It took a while, sure, but Wolf is finally finished. I'm sorry it took as long as it did but im really happy I got to write it and reading everyone's comments as I worked was really comforting. This will be my last fanfic for a while, im going to rewrite one of my old ones in the meantime. Other than that, that's it, this is the last chapter and im sad its come to an end. I hope to see you all in the future and I've said this so much but thank you all for reading and sticking with me. Now, I must bid you all adieu, until we meet again, I wish you all the best. Have an amazing week!