Ladybug wiped her brow as she signed what had to be the thousandth autograph. She slid the poster across to Cat Noir who diligently signed it and handed it over to a smiling four-year-old held in her mother's arms. The majority of their morning had been spent this way. They had agreed to a public appearance to help raise funds for research into children's cancer.

She had been surprised at how great a response the general public had made. Her hand was aching but she didn't mind. The line had finally reduced to a few stragglers. Cat Noir touched her shoulder and quietly whispered in her ear, "Don't go anywhere I have an urgent need, be back shortly."

She rolled her eyes as he stood up, saluted and headed off. She continued to sign a number of objects for the remaining fans. With the last one done she picked up her water bottle and was in the process of unscrewing the lid when a familiar voice asked, "Am I too late?"

Ladybug's head whipped around and an awkward smile spread across her face, "No of course not."

Adrien unrolled an A4 sized poster and as he laid it out Ladybug noticed it was one of the first photographs that had been taken of her. The poster was in pristine condition but the corners rolled in as she tried to sign it. Adrien's hands smoothed it out and a slight blush touched his cheeks as he looked at her. She found that intriguing, for once Adrien Agreste was flustered around her. The corner of her lip turned upward as she signed the poster To Adrien, Stay miraculous. Love Ladybug. She looked up at him as she capped her pen, "Sorry but Cat Noir isn't here to sign it. He'll be back in a minute."

His eyes scanned her handwriting and his cheeks grew darker. He sucked in his bottom lip before straightening up. "That's okay I can't stay long," he rubbed the back of his neck and then his eyes widened, "Oh I've got something for you."

It was her turn to blush, "Uh okay." She watched as he pulled a red envelope out of his back pocket and handed it to her.

"Open it later," he said cryptically. She looked up at him and then back at the envelope. He let go and gave a nervous wave. "See you later."

She waved in return, "Bye." She was still staring out the door when Cat Noir returned. She inwardly shook her head and looked at her partner.

"What have you got there?" he asked with a nod towards the envelop still held in her hand.

Ladybug looked at the envelop and lowered it to the table, "A fan gave it to me."

He crossed his arms and eyed her with what she supposed was meant to be nonchalance, "Are you going to open it?"

"He said to open it later."

Cat Noir sat up straighter, "It's later."

"Curiosity getting the better of you kitty?"

He lifted his nose in the air as he watched her from the corner of his eye, "Maybe."

She didn't want to admit she was dying to know too. She opened the envelop to find a crisp white sheet of paper and on it was written:

Dear Ladybug,

What you're doing today is amazing but then you're always amazing. That being said I know after an autograph session your hand can really ache so I'm offering a free hand massage. After all superheroes need looking after too.

Love Adrien.

She smiled as she took in his note, at the bottom he'd scribbled his number.

She only realised Cat Noir was reading over her shoulder when he spoke, "You know I could give you a hand massage right now bug-a-boo. No need to wait."

"Your hand is probably as sore as mine."

He shrugged, "You can massage me after. I think that's a fair deal."

"I'm not about to disappoint a fan who is being really kind."

Cat Noir threw back his head dramatically, "You'll just disappoint your partner instead."

She snatched up his right hand and quickly massaged the joints in his fingers, "There done."

His chin rested on his left fist as he gazed at her with adoration, "Thanks LB." He held out his hand palm up, "Now it's your turn."

She let out a sigh and placed her hand in his. His fingers began working their magic as he massaged each individual digit. His eyes kept wandering to hers and she eventually pulled her hand away. "I better get going."

He rubbed the back of his neck, "Uh yeah me too."

Marinette had planned on leaving it an hour before calling Adrien however after twenty-three minutes she couldn't help herself. She transformed back into Ladybug and dialled. He answered on the second ring. "Hi, is this Adrien?"

He sounded breathless as he answered, "Yes."

"It's Ladybug. I read your note."

His voice was rushed, "I'm free now if you want to come over."

She pumped her fist, glad he couldn't see her. "Okay I can be there in a few minutes."

"Great, see you soon."

She hung up and squealed.

Adrien had left his bedroom window open and Ladybug made her way inside. He was sitting on his white lounge waiting for her. She concealed a smile as he got up and adjusted his shirt.

"Hi Ladybug," he smiled.

She returned his smile, "Hi Adrien, thanks for the invite. I didn't realise how strenuous signing autographs would be."

He ran a nervous hand through his hair, "Yeah I'm glad my father doesn't make me do it often, it's rewarding but really tiring." He suddenly looked around and gestured to the lounge, "Do you want to take a seat?"

She gave a nod and eased herself down.

He placed his hands behind his back and rocked on his feet, "Do you want a drink or anything to eat?"

"A glass of juice would be great, if it's not too much trouble."

"Oh no, wait here and I'll get it." She smiled as he rushed out the door.

She sank back into the lounge and actually took some time to look around his room. The few times she'd been in his room had been due to some sort of akuma attack, so she hadn't taken in everything. She was admiring his climbing wall when she heard a burp. Turning her head she realised that Adrien hadn't returned. A louder burp sounded and she padded towards the noise. On his desk sat a circular cheese container with the lid askew. Ladybug cocked her head as she heard a quiet snort and the lid shifted slightly. With a gloved hand, she lifted the lid to see a small black cat-like creature with green eyes gasp at her.

At that moment Adrien walked in with her glass of juice in his hand. His smile shifted into a look of shock.

Ladybug pressed a finger to her chin, "Why is there a kwami in your room?"

Oh dear, what will Adrien say? Will Plagg make things worse? Such drama, stay tuned for more... Thanks for reading :)