I am the next Ladybug?!

Chapter 25- Adrien's POV

"I- I like you, Adrien Agreste!" 

My heart stopped as her washed over my ears. I swiftly turned around to face her just to see her trembling under my gaze.  Marinette? Marinette was the one one who liked me? She was facing the ground, not even daring to look up to see the expression on my face. 

I heard her take a deep breath before continuing, "Adrien I really like you since the day we first me. I know I misunderstood you a first, but you were kind even enough to be persistent towards me though it was all my fault. The words you said to me that day before giving me the umbrella were so sincere and sweet and couldn't help but fall for you that day. I know you might not like me back, but- I just wanted to let you know that you are special for me and it will be amazing if we could date, and-"

 She had said more words to me right now than all the years we have known each other. A million thoughts rushed to my head during her confession. She sounded so nervous and sincere. It seemed she was letting me into some of most vulnerable moments. I remembered the day I had asked her to come and help me for my date with Kagami. Was she in love with me even then? What about the times I asked for relationship advise with Ladybug? What did she feel at during all those moments? She had sincerely answered all these questions even though it must have surely hurt her. Is this why her relationship with Luka didn't work out? He had said at the time that she liked someone else. But one thing I didn't understand was her crush on Chat Noir. Had she fallen for both of the me's. Wait a second... she fell for me the same day I fell for Ladybug. We both went through unrequited love for four years at this point. At least Ladybug about my feeling for all those years. I was always unaware of her feelings. God knows how many times I have unintentionally hurt her till today. 

"and- I am sorry for being an inconvenience," Marinette finished, letting go of my sleeve she had been holding all this time. Shit. I was thinking silently for too long. She probably thought that I was rejecting her. I stretched my hand and grabbed her hand. She looked up, her eyes dewy from her fear of being rejected.

"I-" I stumbled on my words, suddenly forgetting all the words that I had though out so meticulously in the car to reject the girl. How would I ever be able to reject this?

"I want to try going out with you too," I finally said, amazed by what I had just said.

Her eyes widened. She was surprised beyond belief. Her deep breaths collapsed in silent sobs of joy as she said in a low- voice, "Really?"

I just nodded back at her. So this how someone looks when their love comes true. At least she was able to experience it.

She hugged me, overwhelmed by emotions. I patted her back.

"If this is a dream, I never want to wake up," She said, her breath hitching at every word.

"I assure you this is not a dream, " I said, pulling her away so that she can face me.

Her bun was now messy and her eyeliner was all smudged. I could tell that she put efforts on her looks today just for me.  I looked at the time on my watch. It was still thirty- minutes before class. 

"Stop crying now. Come on, lets go and get your make up fixed. If people see you like this, they might think I made you rejected you," I said, jokingly.

"Hey! Don't say that!" She said, punching my arm slightly, "You are right, though. I had put extra make- up on today and I have smudged it all over my face. Oh no, it has gone over your shirt too! I am so sorry! I'll wash it for you. I am sure it will come off. I-"

"Its fine, Marinette, "I said, stopping her rambling, "This is from my father's collection. He will just get me a new one from the new line this summer. I don't think this will be a problem."

"But-"

"Come on, lets get you to the washroom first," I said, holding her hand as I made my past the locker room and to the washroom. I couldn't help but catch a glimpse of (Y/N) talking to Luka in the locker room. I wonder what that's about.

"I think it will take me ten minutes to redo all of my make-up," she said before going in, "If you see Alya-"

"Don't worry, I'll tell her to come here if I see her. Take all the time you need. I'll wait here for you," I said smiling sweetly.

"Thank you, Adrien,"she said, finally turning around and going in the washroom.

"Thanks a lot for the invite Luka, though I am sure no one could have stopped me from going to Juleka's birthday anyway," I heard (Y/N)'s voice enthusiastically from around the corner.

"Breaking into a birthday party? Ooh so scary!" I heard Luka say before both of them burst into laughter.

"What I meant was that I wouldn't miss the party for anything."

"I got'ya. I was serious about the offer I made you though."

"I- uh- will think about it."

"Don't sweat it. Take your time. I'll be waiting for your answer."

"Thanks. So meet you tomorrow?"

"I'll pick you up at ten at the park then. Bye!"

"Bye Luka!" 

I reached around the corner, but Luka had already left. (Y/N) stood in front her locker, taking out her books for the next class.

"Hi!" I said, coming into her vision.

"Adrien! Did you meet Marinette? What happened? Did she- Did you-" (Y/N) said, almost shackling me for answers.

"We are dating now," I told her simply, "But now say, what were you talking about with Luka?"

**Hey guys. Now before you start bashing for wtf i just did, just trust me on this one. I think it will make up for a better plot (keyword-think.) 

Some of you might say that 'oH We thoUGHT yOu HaD a lOT Of SChool wOrK'

to that I say- I KNOW!!!😥

first of all, I understand it was a brutal cliffhanger so I wanted it to have its conclusion as soon as possible.

second of all, I am sick 😷! I had like severe headaches and fever so I had nothing to do but lie down all day until I get better. Did I get better? As of yet, no, but I am working on it 💪. So I had a lot of time to think about the consequences about what I have done in this chapter. Finally after a lot of soup, rice and sleep, I now have a general idea about where this will be heading (THANK GOD, MY SANITY IS BACK!)

Anyways, LIKE, VOTE and COMMENT. Also, if guys can think of a great gift for Juleka, you can suggest them in the comments. I love ya guys 😍. Now, I am go and get some sleep🥱. BYEEEE!!!