Chat Noir landed softly on the rooftop behind his partner, surprised that she hadn't disappeared immediately into the anonymity of her civilian life, as she usually did. "My lady? Is everything ok?"
"Hmm?" Ladybug blinked slowly, and dragged her attention from the Paris skyline to focus on her partner's concerned face. "Oh, hello Chat."
He took in the tense set of her shoulders and her pensive expression, and felt more certain that something was bothering her. "Are you alright? It's rare for you to linger after a battle like this."
"Oh, yes, I'm—I'm fine. Just lost in thought."
"I guess you've already recharged, then?"
She nodded. " Tikki couldn't have gotten me home without it, and since I don't have to rush back…" She trailed off with a shrug.
He tilted his head curiously. "Are you…avoiding something?" He hazarded.
"Something like that."
"Would you like some company?" He stepped closer to her but didn't touch her. He was unsure of his reception. "I could linger with you."
"I'd like that, minou." She leaned back against him with a sigh. "Thanks."
His cheeks warmed at the unexpected endearment, and he timidly put his arm around her shoulders. "Of course, my lady."