Alix's POV

Me: See you tonight! <3

I think-know, I know this "date" night will bring us closer.

We honestly haven't talked much apart from the occasional text.  But that's what tonight's all about: Having fun.

I video called Marinette for some quick advice.

"Hey Alix!"

"Hey Marinette, any last minute advice before I pick up (Reader)?"

"Advice for what?"

"We're having a game night, didn't he tell you?" I asked her, thinking he would've told her

"Oh, no he didn't.  Sweet.  What advice do you want exactly?"

"Hurry up girl!" I heard Alya yell through the phone

"Shush! Gimmie a second! Sorry Alix, what is it you need?"

"Well, you seem to know (Reader) better than I do, how do I talk to him without pulling a Marinette?" I smirked

"Wooooow." She rolls her eyes

"Aside from the inevitable gaming banter, just find something you two have in common, or see if any of your interests catch his attention.  Just have fun, don't stress."

"Thanks Marinette, I'll try not to."

"Welcome, I had no idea you had a crush on him."

"I don't know if I'd call it that exactly."

"Have fun!  Tell him I said 'hi'!"

"Will do." I said

After Marinette hung up on her end, I threw my backpack on my shoulders while playing with my keys.

The clink of my shoes echoed in the open air as I climbed into my car, the buzzing of my phone made me check the screen.

1 New Message - (Reader)

(Reader): You got the address, right?

Me: No, of course not. I'll just drive around aimlessly ;) I've been to Adrien's before, I'll be there in 30.

(Reader): Sounds good, got my bag ready.

Me: <3

Marinette's POV

To say I'm in a rush to get even rough sketches done is an understatement.  We practically broke down Adrien's door getting to Mr. Agreste's exclusive studio.

We were all clamoring to get organized. Fabric after fabric, mannequin upon mannequin having 1 idea, then the next.  Amongst the chaos, I strangely felt at peace with myself.  Seeing everyone work together for our cause, to keep the arts alive.

This is my dream.

Becoming a world-renowned fashion designer.

It's all unfolding right before me, I'm sketch-book-deep in it.

And I honestly can't get enough.

Nathaniel and I whipped up some sketches between the girls and guys styles, and ended up blending each others design a good amount surprisingly.

Of course, we used Nathaniel and Adrien as guinea pigs to get a framework for measurements.  That thick blonde hair, eyes green as the forest, and that smile.

So you see, that's where the trouble began.

I might as well've been giving him dreamy eyes the whole time I measured him, keeping my cool otherwise, not a single stutter left my lips.

Concluding the guy's measurements, I did the same with Alya and Rose.

"I'm really loving these designs Marinette, they're amazing!" Adrien said pulling me into a sideways hug, resting his arm on my shoulders as I blushed

"Yeah, between all of us, we got quite the creative team." Nathaniel said

Separating from the hug, I tossed Adrien a sketchbook.

"You're the musician, you can whip up something." I smiled

"So is my cousin, but I'll try."

"Dude, music is in your blood! Quit playing coy and shy, you have talent, let it free." Rose said

Adrien just smiled, making another remark about his cousin.

"It's in his too, I have a feeling he would be all about this if he didn't have plans."

"Right, the date with Alix." Nathaniel smirked

"It's not a date, it's a game night." Adrien said

"Which is a date." Nathaniel said keeping the same smirk

We shared a laugh as we got back to our work.

In the midst of our designs, Adrien left the studio.  I assumed he caught (Reader) on his way out.

"Hang on." He said running after him confirming my guess

(Reader's) POV

Slipping on the outfit I modeled with Adrien, I looked myself over in the mirror several times.

"Is this really me?" I asked myself doing a double take

"You know what? New place, new look.  It's another generous gift, it'll grow on me." I said stealing a glance outside of the sunset.

I had my duffel bag in hand, triple checking everything in it.

"Alright, should be good." I said grabbing my guitar case

My gray sneakers clinked through the mansion, echoing in my ears.

"Man this place has good acoustics.  Vocals would sound amazing in here." I said aloud

"Hey dude, hang on." Adrien said grabbing my shoulder as I went out the door

"What?"

"Marinette needs your ideas for our fashion line.  Here, sketch something real quick." I said handing him the book

My eyes looked away for a moment to see a car pulling up, seeing it's Alix.

"Okay, I'm not the best." I said taking the pencil from him

I sketched a few music notes with "Music is my favorite hiding place" hidden inside with different forms of music notation.  Getting a short spark, I sketched a few broken hearts held together by headphones and a cross.

Another idea came to me, rough sketching a tie with the treble clef with curly staff lines around it, and what I hoped looked like a shirt sleeve with the same design.

"Nice man, they'll love these!" He said smacking my shoulder waving as I left

Alix's POV

The drive to Adrien's was short, minus the road work.  I saw (Reader) walking out with Adrien grabbing his shoulder, patting it as he went back inside.

"Hey Mr. Q and S." I teased rolling down my window

"Har har, you're funny." He smiled

"Oh, you brought you guitar, nice!  Maybe you can play me something?"

"If the occasion arises, after my victory of course." He said putting his bags in the back seat

"A bet: You win, I dye my hair green.  I win, you learn how to roller skate." I said driving away

"It's a bet." (Reader) replied

(Reader) kept himself quiet till the light turned red.

"Any games in particular you have in mind?"

"I got a few that might spark your interest: Injustice 2, Mortal Kombat, Bloodborne to name a few."

"Can't say I've played either of them much, never took you for a gamer at first glance."

"It's a hobby when I'm not roller-skating among other things. You ever done it?" I asked resuming our drive

"Nope." He said

"You're serious?"

"Yes, I am.  I've never done it."

"Well, depending on how our bet goes, I hope you're a fast learner.  It's almost like ice skating too."

I caught what I thought he'd say next.

"You've never done that either?" I asked as we giggled

"Yes." He said as another laugh left his lungs

"Alright, this is us." I smiled pulling in

"My dad and older brother are away for the weekend, so we got the place to ourselves." I smiled

(Reader) retrieved his bags from the back, following me up the stairs.  The key around my neck clicked inside, our shoes echoed through our empty halls.

"Thanks for coming." I said keeping my smile

"Thanks for offering, can't wait to whoop you in Injustice 2." He smirked

"In your dreams." I said closing the door with my shoe

"You can drop your bags by the couch, or the recliner--uh, the bathroom is down the hall to the right. If you want, we can change and I'll get some snacks ready."

"Alright, I'll go change." He said grabbing a black duffel bag disappearing into the hallway

His guitar case leaned against the back of the couch.

'You won't screw this up, girl.  You got this.' I thought grabbing a few bowls filled with pretzels, chips, and dip.

They clanked on the coffee table, dropping the second controller next to me.

My PS4 whirred to life, seeing Injustice 2 was ready to go.

"You fall in?" I joked

On que he emerged from the bathroom in a black pajama shirt and red shorts.

"Nice."

"Thanks."

"Here my favorite Westerner, hold the fort while I change." I said tossing him the other controller, receiving a salute

"Injustice 2, alright!" He cheered

'Step one, invite him over. Check. Step two, choose a game. Double check.'

"DC fan huh?" I said closing my door, stripping to my bra and underwear.  Admiring the red color of the former and hot pink of the latter in my mirror, checking myself out striking a pose.

I unhooked my bra, tossing it in the laundry hamper along with my panties.  Grabbing a fresh pair of red and black panties with a crudely sharpie drawn spade on the left thigh.  Slipping a light neon green tank top on, I looked at myself again in the mirror.

"Damn girl." I whispered, turning around slapping my ass

"Putting my girl Harley to shame." I smirked throwing on a pair of black sleep shorts

"Alright, let the game night commence-!" I cheered raising my fists exiting my dwelling

"Already getting a few rounds in as The Flash I see?" I asked folding my arms with a smirk

"Whoops." He deadpanned with a smile

"Swamp Thing wins!" echoed through the speakers as he lost

"If you keep this up, I'm wining this bet easily." I teased

Snacks were eaten and laughs were shared.  This felt nothing like a date, and we didn't care.

(Reader) is Starfire, I'm Poison Ivy.  Two out of three, we're down to our last bars of health.  Both tied.

I sent him flying through a level transition.

"Ooooooooooooooo!  You're gettin it now boyo!  You're about to get a rash where the sun don't shine." I teased

1 minute left.

6 hit combo from Poison Ivy.

8 hit combo from Starfire, another level transition.

Poison Ivy grabs Starfire, landing another 4 hit combo.

(Reader) wins with a low sweep kick.  My jaw dropped as my pupils dilated.

"Well, if you keep this up, I'm soooooo winning this bet." (Reader) teased

"Fighting words, you have.  But next round, I'm winning." I winked

Our snacks were empty, we're both down to our last health bar.

I'm almost there, 30 seconds left!

"Starfire Wins."

"Unbelievable, can you stop with the bullshit sweep kick move?" I chuckled

"Says miss level transition spam." (Reader) poked back

"Guess you won, nice going.  Movies? Another round?" I said

"I'm fine with another round, only if you're ready for another ass kicking."

"You're never letting me live this down are you." I smirked

The ultimate showdown: Batman vs Harley Quinn.

"HEY!  No cheating!" I said from behind the couch, grabbing my controller from a now-unpaused game

"What?" He asked with amusement in his voice

I leaned over, pushing my chest against his neck.

"Illegal move!" He said still fighting

"Not anymore!" I cheered

"Harley Quinn wins!  That's right, sit your ass down boy!  Oooooooooo!"

"Rematch." (Reader) smirked

2 minutes left, a clash initiated.

I won the clash.

"I'm not down and out yet-get your boobs off my neck!"

"No, they like this spot."

Another grab from Batman, then two thrown batarangs.

"Batman wins!"

"Your flirting won't stop me Alix, booyah."

"Oh, this isn't flirting." I smirked vaulting over the couch "This is." I said hugging (Reader), pushing my boobs against his chest this time

"Kiss?" He asked shyly

"Take your prize." I smirked

He leaned in slowly as my hands interlocked with his, our eyes slowly closed as we anticipated our first kiss.  My breath hitched for a moment when our lips touched.  Lightly at first, then we leaned in; our intertwined hands resting on our chests.

"Wow." I smiled as we separated

"That was amazing." (Reader) smiled as his face flushed with mine

"Y-Yeah, it was."

We separated from the hug, un-linking our hands as my heartbeat was going a mile a minute.

"So, who won?" (Reader) asked

I picked up my controller, dealing the finishing blow to my opponent.

"I did." I smirked

"That's cheating." He said

"Maybe.  One last round, you ready?"

He nodded, selecting another character.

"Leonardo Wins!" The announcer said

I got up from the couch, cheering with my fists in the air.

"Woooooooo! Alright, nice one." I said turning to him, reaching for his hand

He took it when I pulled him to me, hugging (Reader) tightly.  I kissed him once more, his hands resting on my waist.  I had to clear the air between us, I don't want to rush things.  He is a great kisser, I will give him that.

"(Reader), I'm sorry if I came on a bit too strong with the flirting earlier.  Tell me, was I too forward?"

He didn't separate us from our embrace, the small smile faded as he finally spoke.

"You're a great girl, really fun.  An amazing kisser too.  Plus, I love your can-do attitude and a card.  I love someone with a good sense of humor." He said

"Thanks (Reader)." I smiled

"All I'll say is that I'm very cautious with dating, the last relationship wasn't good to say the least."

"You're scared-"

"Yes, but I'm not saying no to this.  It will just take time to open up more."

I took his hands in mine, still smiling.

"Don't you dare apologize.  You're being cautious like you said, playing the cards to your chest. I completely understand, it's okay."

"Thank you Alix.  And no, you didn't come on too strong with the flirting.  Caught me slightly off guard, but I didn't mind." He said pecking my cheek

"Thanks. Good game."

"Good game."

We kissed again as the sunset glowed through my window behind us.

"And don't worry, I won't flirt with you constantly.  But when we're alone like this, fair game." I smirked

(Reader's) face blushed as I pulled him behind me.

"Shush Westerner, there's one more thing I need to show you!" I said grabbing his arm, running barefoot up the stairs to the roof overlooking the city.  The Eiffel Tower shined off in the distance.

"Woooooah!" He said

"Nice view, huh?" I asked

"It's better than I could've imagined." He smiled

"Being with you makes this even better.  Don't feel like you need to push yourself, or do anything you're unsure about. Whatever you want to talk about, you have my number.  'This' will be great, we will."

"You're so sweet, thank you.  Same, I'm all ears when you need a shoulder to cry on, vent or whatever else."

I put my arm around his shoulder as the wind blew in our hair.  We didn't say a word after that, just smiling as the sunset faded away.

I can't wait for more dates like this.  This is how relationships start, and ours will grow.

"(Reader?)" I asked

He turned to me, giggling at my smirk.

"Kiss me like one of your American girls." I said in a thick accent

We both erupted into laughter, (Reader) bending over as he grabbed his stomach.  My lungs hurt, and my stomach felt like it was set ablaze.  After our laugh, we couldn't stifle our giggles.  Despite the remains of our laughter, we hugged just as before as we kissed yet again.

Putting an end,

To the perfect Date Night.