The Broken Window - Miraculous Ladybug

The Ultimate Redemption

The next day, Adrien couldn't help but feel a growing curiosity about Marinette. He wanted to know more about her and understand the deeper connection he felt. In an attempt to gather information, Adrien turned to Alya, who he knew was close friends with Marinette.

With a mixture of nerves and excitement, Adrien started asking Alya some personal questions about Marinette. He wanted to know if she was single and if there was any particular boy who caught her interest. Adrien also inquired if Marinette enjoyed going to the movies, hoping to find common interests that they could bond over.

Alya, being perceptive and observant, quickly realized that Adrien's interest in these questions went beyond mere curiosity. She sensed that he had feelings for Marinette but was hesitant to admit it. Despite this realization, Alya decided to be the supportive friend and help Adrien navigate his emotions.

In her usual direct and pushy manner, Alya shared all the details about Marinette that Adrien wanted to know. She revealed Marinette's single status and even divulged her crush on Adrien. As their conversation progressed, Adrien mustered up the courage to ask one last question - did Marinette like him more than just a friend? This question lingered in the air, creating a sense of anticipation between Adrien and Alya.

Behind Marinette's back, Alya made a decision that would potentially impact their friendship. She chose to tell Adrien about Marinette's feelings for him, believing that he needed to know. However, Adrien insisted that Alya keep this knowledge hidden from Marinette.

On Friday, Adrien approached Alya at school and pulled her away from Marinette to discuss his plan. He revealed that he wanted to set up a dance event on Sunday, but there was a catch - he didn't want Marinette to know that he was behind it. Alya understood the delicate situation and agreed to help Adrien by finding a way to invite Marinette without arousing suspicion.

Alya knew that Marinette was incredibly perceptive, so she had to be careful with her words. She couldn't directly mention Adrien's involvement in planning the event, or else Marinette would surely figure it out. Instead, Alya decided to tell Marinette that someone else had organized the dance.

However, there was another challenge they faced - finding a suitable venue for the dance. Alya racked her brain for ideas and eventually came up with a solution - Chloe's penthouse. Knowing that Chloe was always looking for ways to boost her social platform, Alya approached her with the idea of hosting the event at her luxurious penthouse. To Alya's relief, Chloe agreed, seeing it as an opportunity for her benefit.

With the venue secured, Alya met up with Adrien again and shared her addition to his original plan. She informed him about the dance taking place at Chloe's penthouse and emphasized how important it was to convince Marinette to attend. However, Alya was well aware of the complicated history between Marinette and Chloe.

Ever since Chloe became Miracle Queen and worked alongside Hawkmoth, Marinette had developed a deep distrust towards her former friend. Marinette believed that Chloe's actions were fueled by a desire for attention rather than genuine change. Despite this animosity, Chloe had made efforts to make amends and befriend Marinette once again.

Alya understood that for Marinette to attend the dance event, she needed to bridge the gap between her and Chloe. Alya took on the task of getting Chloe and Marinette to reconcile their differences and become friends once more. She knew that if Marinette saw that Chloe had truly changed, she would be more likely to attend the dance.

It was a delicate balancing act for Alya - trying to convince Marinette to attend the dance while also rebuilding her trust in Chloe. Alya's ultimate goal was to create an environment where Marinette felt comfortable enough to let go of her reservations and enjoy the event.

Alya decided to set up a secret recording between Chloe and herself, hoping to uncover the truth about Chloe's intentions. She wanted to gather evidence that would prove to Marinette that Chloe had genuinely changed. With a hidden wire, Alya approached Chloe and engaged her in conversation.

During their conversation, Chloe confessed to Alya that she had been actively trying to make peace with everyone, especially Marinette, whom she admitted to having bullied in the past. Alya was surprised by this revelation, as she had assumed that Marinette was the one who didn't want to be friends with Chloe. This new information challenged Alya's perception of the situation.

Chloe also opened up about her involvement with Hawkmoth, revealing that she had been manipulated by him into doing his bidding. She expressed regret for her actions and acknowledged that she had made mistakes. Alya was taken aback by this confession, realizing that there was more to Chloe's story than meets the eye.

After their conversation, Alya carefully reviewed the recording and selected key moments to share with Marinette. She wanted Marinette to hear firsthand what Chloe had said about her past behavior and her desire for friendship. When Alya showed Marinette the recording, she watched as surprise washed over her friend's face. Marinette hadn't expected Chloe to express remorse or demonstrate a genuine desire for change.

The recording served as a turning point for Marinette. It challenged her preconceived notions about Chloe and sparked a glimmer of hope that their friendship could be salvaged. Despite her initial hesitation, Marinette slowly began to reconsider attending the Dance Event at Chloe's house.

Alya knew that it would take time for Marinette to fully trust Chloe again, but she hoped that this newfound understanding would be enough to convince her friend to give Chloe another chance. With the recording as proof of Chloe's remorse and willingness to change, Alya believed that attending the dance could be a step towards healing their fractured friendship.