Marinette Dupain-Cheng was a Princess of a kingdom named Francel. At the time she was only 5, and her parents were very happy. Her father was King Tom Dupain, and her mother was Queen Sabine Cheng. Everything was as joyful as it could be her kingdom was at it's best point in years and everyone seemed to be content and happy. That was until… it happened.

Sunlight streamed into her room, waking up a very tired Marinette. She had spent all night attempting to sketch designs for a new outfit for her personal maid and best friend forever, Alya Césaire. So therefore she was very tired when she woke up, she laid there for a few minutes trying to persuade herself that she had to get up before a loud knocking at the door was heard. "Princess Marinette!" Alya's muffled voice called from the other side, "It is time for breakfast, may I come in?" Marinette let out a sleepy, "Yeah…" before sitting up and yawning. "I thought I told you that the formalities aren't needed Alya, since we're friends and all."

"Remember last time? The other maids caught me and got mad at me for referring to you in such 'improper ways'" The other girl shrugged before giggling. "I still can't get over your bed head, it's hilarious to see your hair sticking up all over the place."

Marinette let out a huff before getting up and allowing Alya to help her pick out normal clothes for the day and fixing her hair.

Alya was sent off to other things after Marinette was at the table. The castle always had a homey feel and this day was no different, except for the fact that the air itself seemed to be holding it's breath as the table ate their breakfasts. Finally, Marinette's voice piped up before she even realized it, "Does something feel off to you to?" She asked to no one in particular. Her parents shook their heads and Sabine asked, "No dear. What are you talking about?" Marinette was quiet as she shook her head, "Nevermind Mother." Due to her daughter calling her `Mother` which she never did, the Queen was obviously worried, but dismissed it due to the young Princess refusing to say more.

Little did they know that this wasn't just something to be dismissed.

A few hours after the castle was sleeping peacefully, Marinette was jolted out of her sleep by Alya furiously shaking her awake. "Marinette!" She whispered fiercely. "I apologize in advance for not knocking, but it's not safe right now and I'd rather not lose my friend right now! There's an attack, we need to get to safety!" At the word of attack, Marinette bolted upright and hurried out of bed. The princess allowed her friend to drag her frantically to the saferoom.

The safe room was a room where most of the important stuff was stored, which only select few people knew about it. Alya had been told in case Marinette was unable to make it there by herself. They had just gotten there and the king had rushed in. "Marinette! Where's Sabine?! She said she went to go check on you, but she hasn't come back yet!" This news shocked Marinette, since she nor Alya had seen the queen in the hallway.

After the attack ceased by the royal guards constant effort to push back the attackers, the royal family was broken. They found her mother dead. The happiness and warmth of the castle faded for Marinette. It seemed devoid as her father was quiet and depressed, the funeral was miserable. The poor Princess couldn't stop crying as she tried to stop the tears. Alya did all that she could.

11 years later.

Princess Marinette was 16 now, she was known as the most beautiful princess in all the land and attracted many to seek her hand. She had turned down every one of course. Most of them were just for her money and looks. Ever since her mother's death she retreated into herself, making it extremely hard to get any words out of her. She had her room moved into one of the towers of the castle.

It was a rainy day when a new knight was accepted. He was supposed to be one of the late night guards that guarded the courtyards and gardens. His name was "Adrien" If she recalled right. From what Marinette could tell, most of the maids would gush about him and his looks. He had golden hair and bright green eyes, if you didn't notice his knight uniform most would assume he was a royal. The Princess herself, did not think there was anything special about him, other then his attractiveness. Little did she know, this was the man that would change her life.

Author's Note: AAAA- Hello! First story here! I've been sitting on this story for a few months and have been really nervous to post it. The chapters might be slow on updates since I have internet issues, but I'll try my best. Please feel free to leave a review, I'll really appreciate it!