Prologue: Plagg with a Plan

"Tik, he needs her. We can't let them do this much longer. They are ready. They just need our help. Just a little push. He won't be able to do what he needs to do without her. I don't want to lose another kitten. I can't lose this kitten. He is going to need her so much outside the mask. We have to let it happen. The last akuma proves they are ready. Tik, you know it. Please, Tik. Please, let him know. You promised, PKPP, remember? You even came up with the name yourself."

"You're right Plagg. I know you are. I just had to make sure for his sake that she was ready. He's been ready. I know he has been. They are so young. She is so insecure and afraid. After last night I know she is ready and so is he. But we can't just tell them. I promise we will do everything we can. We will protect your kitten."

"I have a plan. Look! Look, at my list." He holds up Adrien's phone with a doc open from his Google drive account.

"Oh! This is purrfect! You clever clever cat!"

"She already has plans for both of them. I mean... plans for him for Christmas. This will get them to see just in time. Ladybug and I will make it his best Christmas in years."

"You better Tiki because that is over a month away and I would rather just tell him now."

"No, we want them both to see. We can't rush or force it because then it won't work. I know we are so close. We just need a couple more. It will happen. We've got three out of six now. And you and I will make sure they see together."

"Together."

The two kwamis hold each other tight deep down in a book bag smelling faintly of cheese that is vibrating just slightly with the smallest sound of a content purr coming from inside.

"Gym is almost over. I better get back to Marinette's locker."

This kitten would make it. He would not fail this time. For the first time in centuries there would maybe even be catbugs someday.

"Ugh! The kid is rubbing off on me!" Plagg throws his flippers up in the air with disgust.

"And that, is a very good thing, my stinky sock." Tiki plants a peck on his head.

"Plagg's Kitten Protection Plan starts tonight Tik. I'll take it slow but I won't wait another day. He needs this. I need this. We need this. And this Bug is ready. She's braver than she knows."

Plagg sighs as Tiki phases back to her chosen's locker. Tiki smiles as she hears him humming a very familiar Christmas tune and even singing in the tiniest of raspy whispers.

"On the first day of Christmas by kwami gave to me my true love's secret identity…"

Author's Note:

This is my first fan fiction. I love constructive criticism.

Truth, Peace, Respect, and Kindness,

Azul Verde