Would Have Been - beccalovesyuge

Summary:

Marinette had promised him a surprise once they defeated Hawk Moth.

He never expected his world to completely crumble.

Notes:

This came to me and I just had to write it down. I'm not sure yet if I'll continue this. It'll just depend on the reception it gets? I kind of have a few ideas for it so maybe more will come either way.

And Mr. FBI Agent, sir? I swear those searches were for this fic.

"I will always wonder who you would have been."

Adrien cradled Marinette's head in his hands before kissing her gently. "I love you," he whispered, his nose rubbing against hers.

His fiancée leaned up further in his embrace to press another kiss to his lips. "Me, too. And, there's something I have to tell you afterwards."

His brows drew together in confusion. "Why not now, princess?"

Marinette smiled brightly at him. "It's a surprise."

XXX

"MARINETTE!" Chat Noir screamed as Hawk Moth dropped her body to the floor. Ladybug coughed up a few traces of blood as her arms encircled her midsection. Chat hauled himself up from the ground, his baton swinging wildly in his hand. "I'll kill you," Adrien swore as he prowled forward.

Chat Noir had tried to convince Ladybug to ask the others for help, but she insisted she had a plan that would stop Hawk Moth. That the others wouldn't be necessary.

For the odds to be on their side, they were losing. Hawk Moth had years of watching and studying them. He knew their fighting styles and techniques. And they knew nothing of his. Chat's eyes narrowed on the cane in the villain's hand. He knew it opened to reveal a sword, but not once since the first slice against Chat's arm had he drew it again. He'd kept it sheathed and considering it could damage their suits, Chat counted it as a blessing.

Hawk Moth was a very experienced close range fighter. He was older and wiser, but not necessarily stronger. Where Hawk Moth had knowledge, Chat had strength. He was younger and faster. And Chat Noir was going to use every bit of his reckless energy to pummel him.

The villain had landed a hard blow to him and he'd fallen as nausea from the sudden headache and dizziness swarmed him. He never expected Hawk Moth to strike his forehead with his weapon. Was that still considered below the belt? Above the belt sounded wrong.

While Chat was down, Ladybug had swung in. She could defend herself close range, but close offense was not her specialty. Chat had still been waiting for the room to stop spinning when Ladybug had gotten close to Hawk Moth. She leaned up and whispered something in the man's ear.

Neither of the heroes expected him to grab her shoulders, pend her over slightly, and knee her in the stomach. Judging from Marinette's howl of pain, the blow had been painful.

XXX

Adrien hugged her tighter. "You know what they say about curiosity," he smirked.

Marinette rolled her eyes. "Believe me, I know." She raised a hand to tap his nose. "But, this little surprise has to wait until we fight Hawk Moth."

Adrien grumbled under his breath before hosting his love up, her legs instinctively encircling his hips. "I don't like waiting! Just give me a little hint!"

She pressed a quick kiss to his lips; their lips smacking on the retreat. "Fine. Your hint is that you better learn to be patient!"

He puffed out his bottom lip in a pout before grinning wickedly. Marinette cocked a brow at him before he twisted and tossed her onto their bed. Marinette laughed as he crawled on top of her. "I think I can convince you to give this cat a treat." She giggled as he kissed along her throat.

XXX

Chat Noir rushed forward as Hawk Moth stepped away from the fallen hero. Chat screamed in rage as he brought his baton up and then down in a simple attack form. Hawk Moth easily blocked the attack and knocked his weapon away. It clattered to the floor behind him and Hawk Moth jumped up and backwards to separate himself from them.

Adrien dropped to his knees, his hands hovering over the trembling form of Ladybug. She had taken hits before and each time was a stab to his heart, but something about this time felt off. It felt more damaging.

Permanent.

"Baby…" he whimpered as she sobbed and curled further in on herself. He grabbed her shoulder to ground not only her, but himself. "Maribug, please, look at me." Why hadn't she gotten up yet?

Ladybug met his gaze and his heart shredded at the look she gave him. "We have to go, Adrien."

His eyes searched hers. "Marinette, what's-"

"So it's true."

Adrien's head snapped up at the sound his enemy. Hawk Moth had stepped forward, his face a mixture of anger and confusion. Adrien hissed and leaned protectively over Marinette. "Stay away from her."

Hawk Moth stopped. "You've been very clever, Adrien. It's time to stop playing this pointless game. Give me your Miraculous, son."

A tremor passed through Chat. "What did you just say?" He spat out.

"She was right, you know. When you were fourteen and she suspected me? It was all too easy to fool you. You were always wanting my attention." Hawk Moth reached into his suit jacket and pulled out a locket. He tossed the necklace to Chat Noir who easily caught it on reflex.

Adrien swallowed thickly at the familiar black trinket as he examined it. He was not surprised when he clicked it open to see the picture of his mother. "No," Adrien insisted. "This can't be real."

"Oh, this is very real, Adrien. I've grown tired of your disobedience. Hand them over now." Hawk Moth held his hand out expectantly.

Adrien shook his head in defiance. "She wouldn't want this, Father. Besides, you have to offer another life in exchange for hers. Who…" he trailed off and glanced down at his trembling lover. "You were going to use Marinette."

Hawk Moth shook his head. "I had considered it, but then she told something interesting. Care to share with the class, Marinette?"

The younger Agreste peered down at her. "Marinette?"

She coughed out another sob and blood landed across his suit. "I though, I thought if I told him, he would stop. And now…" Her voice cut out on another scream as pain seized across her stomach once more, her form tightening.

His grip on her shoulder tightened. "Told him what, Marinette?" She didn't immediately answer. "Told him what!" He shouted in anger and frustration.

Marinette peered back up at him, her face streaked with blood and tears. "I'm pregnant, Adrien."

Adrien's world came crashing down around him. "Oh, god," he breathed. "And he…" He glared up at his father. "Your own grandchild? You're a monster."

Gabriel shrugged. "Possibly, but either way, I won't allow her to ruin this family's image."

Marinette's hand settled on his thigh and Chat looked down at her again. "Adrien, I need a doctor."

XXX

Adrien sat on the edge of their bed. The sheets were rumpled and his clothes were wrinkled as he reached for his boxer briefs and pants on the floor. He felt the bed move and dip behind him and smiled. Marinette placed her warm hands on his shoulders and kissed his bicep. "Kitty, I have an appointment tomorrow. Can you come with me?"

Adrien paused as he was pulling his clothing over his knees. "Yeah, sure. What kind of appointment?"

She nuzzled him. "A very special one."

XXX

Adrien gathered Marinette in his arms and stood. He glared fiercely at his father. "I swear, if anything happens to Marinette or our baby-"

"You'll be back begging for my help," Hawk Moth interrupted, his arms gesturing around to his lair. "And I'll be waiting."