A Ladybug Marooned
Summary: Felix Agreste loathes Bridgette Dupain-Cheng and her affection for him with a passion. Yet, he is just as love-sick as her for a certain Ladybug. On the contrary, Bridgette is fed up with Chat Noir's flirting, yet her heart is stolen by Felix. Meanwhile, Hawkmoth is planning something... Identities will be revealed and chaos will ensue.
***Note: This is based off of the original Miraculous Ladybug PV that was supposed to be 2D, not 3D. Please watch the anime PV before reading so that you understand what's going on.
I will be keeping the characters in class the same to avoid confusion for new characters. The only two drastically differentcharacters are Bridgette and Felix.
• "Italics" indicate thoughts or emphasis..
• (Name's P.O.V) Indicates point of view change.
Chapter One
(3rd P.O.V)
Her gaze never left the blond for even a moment.
Bridgette Dupain-Cheng stood behind a tree in the park, keeping watch over a certain teen model sitting on a bench just a ways from her. Her cowlick curled into a heart-like shape.
It all started when she first enrolled in this school, in which was only accepting the most prestige and pampered of students. On the first day of class, she just so happened to collide with Felix. In response to her clumsiness, he coldly pushed her away and took his seat, mumbling something about a "nuisance" to himself, in which Bridgette just barely made out. And for whatever reason, despite his icy manner, it was love at first sight for said nuisance. She couldn't help but find him charming.
Over the past few months since this event had occurred, Bridgette has come to know Felix's persona. The boy is extremely independent and reserved, rarely interacting with others unless necessary. When he does talk, it's usually a negative comment or an insult. She also noted that his formality was exquisite. This was probably so because of his background, Brigette assumed. She had heard his mother had passed away, and that he was living in a mansion with his father.
Never had Bridgette seen Felix break his cold and calm demeanor even once, and nor does she think she ever will.
On the other hand, if there's one thing Bridgette couldn't stand, it's Chat Noir.
From the constant flirting to the barrage of roses and chocolate, his obsession with her was rather annoying. Sure, she didn't mind his company and she enjoyed his cheesy cat puns, however his flirtatious ways were obnoxious. Bridgette's affections belonged to Felix and Felix only. If anything, Chat Noir was literally the complete opposite of the composed and distant Felix. Their personalities were drastically different. Bridgette disliked flirty and clingy guys with a passion.
On the contrary to Felix, Bridgette, or Ladybug, has never seen Chat Noir take anything seriously. Even if they were in the midst of battling an akuma, he'd crack a few puns here and there.
To her surprise, the teen model suddenly stood up from the park bench, appearing to be done with his photo shoot. He started walking in Bridgette's direction, much to the girl's fear. In a frenzy, she panicked, having no idea what to do, hence she took to awkwardly tearing her eyes from the aloof boy to the grass beneath her.
The boy stopped in his tracks, his ice cold gaze falling upon the shy girl. Nervously, her bluebell eyes met his, offering a smile along with a rather awkward wave. With a grunt, he turned around, walking in the opposite direction, ignoring her gesture.
A frown formed upon Bridgette's features as she watched the blond saunter away.
Felix Agreste had only ever been distant and rude to anyone he encountered. He never smiles, loosens up, and he is anti-social in every way.
So why in the world was Bridgette Dupain-Cheng so love-sick for the said boy?
Sure, Bridgette is indeed infatuated with Felix, however not for the reason you may be thinking of. It is true that she found Felix to be quite attractive, though that wasn't the factor that drove the girl crazy.
There was something about him that was so...alluring. Intoxicating, even. Something so intriguing...Yet, she couldn't fathom at all what it was that lured her to him.
"Hey girl, what's up?" The bluebell-haired girl jumped at the voice, startled. Her eyes widened when she realized whom it belonged to. In front of her stood a familiar brunette in glasses. "Alya!"
"Is that Felix I see over there? What happened?" She inquired with a smirk, watching as the stern blond disappeared into the distance. Alya knew full well of Bridgette's feelings for the boy in question. Though, she'd never understand what she saw in the icy-mannered boy.
"W–Well, I was...uhh...we just happened to be in the same park! Yeah...it's just a coincidence." Bridgette stuttered, her cowlick frenzying about, reflecting her nervousness.
"Uh-huh, sure." Aliya responded with a smirk, her tone dropping with sarcasm.
"Okay, fine! It's 2:15. Felix typically comes for a photo shoot at this hour on the weekdays. So–"
"So you came to stalk him?" Aliya finished her sentence with a giggle, much to Bridgette's embarrassment.
"N–No! I came to admire him." She corrected, vigorously shaking her head. Red consumed her face.
A sigh escaped Alya's lips. "Whatever you say, girl."
"These cookies are delicious!" A certain red creature squeaked with delight as she hovered over Bridgette, who was sitting in her pink bean bag chair.
"Papa makes only the best!" A smile followed her words. Suddenly, her tv channel switched to a news report. Her eyes instantly fell on the tv in alert.
"Good evening! We apologize for interrupting the program. There is an akuma on the loose! It is rampaging the city as we speak, currently threatening to destroy the Eiffel Tower. All citizens in the vicinity are to evacuate immediately. Ladybug and Chat Noir are expected to handle the situation. That is all."
Bridgette jumped up from her chair, her determined eyes locking with Tikki's. "Come on, Tiki, They need our help! Spots on!" Her casual attire transformed into that of a red suit covered in black spots, as well as a mask, in a burst of pink light. Now, clad in red, she swung outside with her yoyo in the direction of the akuma.
As Ladybug, she felt like she could do anything. That she was powerful. Unstoppable.
"My Lady, watch out!" A flash of black just barely caught Ladybug's vision as she was grabbed and brought away from apparent danger. When the two were now in a safe spot on top of a building, the black-suited man put her down.
"That was close! The akuma's bullets were about to reach you!"
"Thanks Chat..." The hero in black loosened his grip on her, giving her space. Despite how annoying he could be, he was still a nice guy at heart. In response to her praise, he bowed down in a cocky and overjoyed manner.
"Anytime, M'Lady!" His neon green eyes met hers as he offered her his signature smile.
"Wait, did you say bullets?" Ladybug questioned with clear surprise. Akumas typically were trying to take their miraculous, not trying to kill them.
The feline nodded, his smile faltering ever so slightly. "Yeah...The akuma this time around is quite dangerous. A bullet barely managed to scratch me, and it definitely stung."
"That's not good...That probably means that Hawkmoth isn't playing around anymore." She said grimly as she stood up. "Anyway, we don't have time for idle chatter. Let's focus on the current situation!" The girl leaped from the building in the direction of the Eiffel Tower, in which lit up the night sky.
"Of course, Bugaboo!" An enthusiastic Chat followed.
"Let's go!" The pair shouted with determination in unison.
After the battle, Chat Noir frowned, sad to bid Ladybug a farewell as they parted ways for the night. Both of their miraculous released a small sound, indicating that the were about to transform back.
"We're about to change back! See you later, Chat." Ladybug prepared to take her leave until the cat in question grabbed her hand, stopping her.
"Wait!" A large grin formed upon his face as he took out a bouquet of roses, assorted in various shades of red. Ladybug sighed with a roll of her eyes. "No thanks, kitty. I can't accept your roses because I already love someone else. We've been over this!"
With these parting words, she took her leave, leaving the heart-broken kitty alone once again.
When the lady in red was no longer in sight, Chat's demeanor took a complete 180 spin. His smile fell as a deep sigh escaped his lips. A flash of green consumed him. When it disappeared, a grumpy Felix Agreste remained.
"What's got you down in the dumps?" Plagg, Felix's kwami, asked as he floated about. "Well, aside from Ladybug being gone, Mr. Lover boy." The kwami added in a teasing manner. "And aside from her rejection...That makes a total of 92."
"I can't stop pondering on what Ladybug said earlier..." Felix suddenly revealed, ignoring the kwami's reminder of his failure to make Ladybug his.
"Huh?" Having no idea what his owner was talking about, Plagg shrugged as he continued chomping on some cheese, deciding he didn't care enough to continue questioning him.
That probably means that Hawkmoth isn't playing around anymore. Her words repeated itself in his mind.
Perhaps, this is a sign that Hawkmoth is now willing to end our lives simply to gain possession over our Miraculouses? Or, might it be that the akuma are merely evolving into a more advanced being? The boy went over multiple options in his mind.
Either way, there's no mistaking that the akuma are indeed much more dangerous than before. Hell, I'd say they are deadly.
(Felix's P.O.V)
What a nuisance she was.
That girl...Bridgette, her name was? I don't really care. If there's anything that I can't stand, it's noisy and clingy girls like her. There's only one girl that has my heart, and that's Ladybug. No one else. Never. Just her.
Ladybug...not only is she gorgeous, but she is also kind and courageous. I admire her so much. Most of all, I can actually be myself around her. Well, I feel like myself, at least. She's the only one who understands him.
"My son, you keep making mistakes. Focus. I will not tolerate you spacing off in the midst of a piano lesson." The sound of my father's deep voice snapped me back into reality.
"My apologies, Father. I think I may need a small break. May I step outside for some fresh air?" My father gave me a stern look before sighing.
"Very well. Make it quick." With his permission, I left the room, stepping outside into the darkness of the night.
An incredible view filled my line of sight. Lights of various colors from buildings illuminated the night sky, along with the gleaming stars above. The Eiffel Tower towered over many buildings, glowing with warmth.
Suddenly, Chat Noir's phone vibrated in my pocket. I hastily answered it. "What's wrong, M'Lady?"
"Chat! I need help! It's Hawk Moth. He's here! I need backup!"
"What? He never shows up in person...Hold on one second, I'm on my way!" I peeked inside the house, preparing to tell Father I'll need more time, only to find him missing, however. Well, it doesn't matter. He probably went to work on something...
"Plagg, Claws Out!"
(Ladybug's P.O.V)
"W–What do you want?! Why are you here–agh!" Bridgette struggled to speak as she was being choked by Hawkmoth himself, in the flesh.
"That is none of your concern, Ladybug. I will be taking your miraculous, now–" Suddenly, Hawkmoth was tackled to the ground by a certain unlucky black cat.
"Chat Noir!" Ladybug, for the first time in a while, was actually relieved to see Chat. On the contrary, Hawkmoth was outraged.
"Meddling Chat! Unhand me at once!" Hawk moth attempted to break free of Chat's grasp to no avail.
"Not until you tell us all of your plans! Why are you here?" Chat hissed, his claws in a threatening position.
"As I've said before, what I plan to do is none of your concern after I have your miraculous!" With a menacing chuckle, Hawkmoth overpowered Chat, shoving him down onto the ground. The impact caused Chat to groan in excruciating pain as his foot twisted.
"Chat!" A worried Ladybug managed to recover from her previous choke hold as she came to Chat's side. She glared daggers at Hawkmoth after examining the injured Chat.
"I shall return to take your miraculous! Mark my words! The end is near for you both!" With a sinister snicker, the man disappeared into thin air, leaving the two alone. Ladybug turned back to Chat, who appeared to have a broken leg.
"Chat, are you alright? Speak to me!" Her frantic cries finally made it's way to the unconscious Chat, causing his eyes to flutter open.
"M–M'Lady, I d–don't have much t–time." With these words, he slowly started to transform back. His eyes fell shut as he slipped back into unconsciousness.
"I'm sorry but it doesn't matter right now! I need to get you help." Ladybug had begun to transform back as well. Too worried to care about his identity, she rushed in the direction of her house.
After carrying Chat back to her place and having her mom help tend to him, Bridgette took a seat in her chair, exhausted. She had placed Chat in her bed.
"I can't hold it any longer!" A voice suddenly chirped out. Chat finally untransformed into Felix as Plagg flew in front of Bridgette.
Bridgette's eyes opened wide as she took sight of the new kwami. With a squeal, she cupped him in her hands, much to the little cat's annoyance.
"So cute!" The girl fawned over the small creature. "So, your Chat's kwami, huh?"
"Yeah, and I'm hungry. Do you have Camembert?" He responded eagerly.
"Actually, yes! I'm sure my parents have some in the fridge. But, first..." She looked over to the civilian form of Chat, who was covered by blankets. His back was facing away from her. All she could see was a small portion of his hair, the rest in of his body covered in blankets.
Wow, his hair looks kind of cleaner in his civilian form. As Chat, his hair is quite the mess. Ladybug thought as she observed the small details she barely make out.
Shaking her head, she tore her eyes away. No, I mustn't be given any hints. Our identities have to remain secret.
"Ugh," He groaned as he came to, about to sit up. Realizing he was untransformed and he had heard Ladybug's voice, he quickly concealed himself completely under the blankets. Felix instantly regretted his action of moving so quickly, as a sharp sting of pain shot through his leg.
"C-Chat! Please try not to move. The impact really did some damage." Ladybug advised. Hearing her soothing voice helped him to calm down.
"Alright, M'Lady. I'm pretty sure it's just a sprained ankle, though. I'll be fine with some rest. Once Plagg recharges, I'm going to use my staff to help myself get home."
A look of worry spread across Ladybug's face. "That should be fine. I should be de transforming soon anyways. As much as I don't want to let you go with that injury, we mustn't reveal our identities to each other. Now is not the time."
"Agreed."
After Plagg fully recharged, Felix transformed back into his black suit.
"Oh, uh, can I guide you further away from this place, so that you don't discover where we are?" Luckily, the lights in her room were dim, so Chat couldn't see all the details of the interior. Well, unless he used his night vision, that is.
"Of course, Bugaboo! I understand." Hiding his pain, he used his staff to maneuver, with the help of Ladybug, who prohibited him from looking around or using his powers to see.
Finally, they reached a point in which Bridgette's house was no longer visible. Releasing Chat from her grip, Ladybug bid him farewell. "Bye, Chat. Please be careful!"
"A kiss would be me feel better." Chat's flirt was accompanied by a wink, causing the lady in red to roll her eyes once again.
"In your dreams, kitty."
The next day at school, Bridgette stumbled into her classroom, falling flat on her face. This scene led to a chain of snickering and giggles throughout the class.
"Pathetic. So clumsy as usual, Bridgette." A feminine voice mocked the girl. The owner of the voice belonged to a platinum blonde haired girl, her face covered in make up.
"Right, Chloe? Haha, what a loser!" Sabrina, seated next to Chloe, agreed with a chuckle.
"Now, now. That's enough of that." The teacher's words silenced the class as Bridgette stood up from the ground, embarrassed.
"Ms. Dupain-Cheng, this tardiness will not be tolerable. Arrive on time next session or consequences will ensue. Please, take your seat." She lectured.
"Yes, Ma'm." Shyly, the girl made herself back to her seat next to Alya.
"Alright, class. I have some exciting news for you all today." Nothing but a bored silence was present in the room.
"In a few days, our class will be going on a fieldtrip–" As soon as she said the word, the class erupted into excited chatter.
"Dude! This is sweet!"
"We better be like, not going to some dump. I hope it's a spa, my nails need to be done."
"Where are we going?"
"Hush, now! If this disrespectful interruption continues, I will have no choice but to cancel it." Just as instantly as it started, the teens shut right up.
"We will be visiting the most prestigious college in the world, U.B University. It's located overseas, so we will be boarding a plane. The trip will only take around a few hours or so."
"How lame!"
"Boring..."
"Seriously, a college?"
"How exhilarating! I'm already shaking with excitement!" Everyone turned to Max, the class nerd. Well, excluding Felix, of course, whose attention was focused on the book he was reading.
"What a weirdo." Chloe commented.
The teacher sighed, mumbled something about how in the world did some of these kids get accepted to this school. Well, other than buying their way in, of course. She though, looking at none other than Chloe Bourgeois.
Suddenly, the teacher's gaze fell on a certain blond. "Ahem, ." The boy in question looked up from his book, rather irritated. "As much as I approve of reading, it is not appropriate to be distracted while I am in the middle of a lecture."
Every class she called him out. He'd figure she'd get sick of it by now. With a neutral look, he closed his book. As if on queue, the bell rang. All students, except for Bridgette and Felix, quickly sprinted out of the room.
When Felix stood up, Bridgette took notice of his leg, which was wrapped in bandages. With an obviously troubled and pained expression, he grabbed onto crutches, walking towards the door.
Poor Felix! I wondered what happened to him! Thoughts of worry filled the love-sick girl as she approached the injured boy.
"Uh, hi." Felix didn't stop to even give her so much as a glance. Nervously, she went in front of the door, forcing him to stop. With irritation, his blue eyes met hers.
"U-Um, do you, uh, well, are you okay? Well, obviously you're not okay! Your leg is hurt and all. I meant to say, do I need help? No! Ugh, do you need help?" The girl stammered lamely as Felix grew impatient.
"No." The boy responded as he walked past her. Bridgette sighed as she watched the blond limp away. She couldn't help but squeal. He actually talked to me!
Suddenly, a realization occurred to her. Chat Noir also sprained his ankle yesterday. What a coincidence! The oblivious girl thought to herself as she began to walk to her next class.
Elsewhere, in a dark room filled with evil energy, stood a man clad in black. A sinister grin spread across his face.
"Is that so?" The man spoke, his deep voice sending chills up the purple kwami's spine.
"Yes. I am certain that Ladybug and Chat Noir are both students of Class 1-A, the honors class at that prestigious school." His kwami repeated to him with little to no doubt.
"And, how is it, pray tell, are you so certain?" Hawkmoth inquired with a hint of doubt.
In response, the kwami revealed a history book to him. "How else would Ladybug have had possession of this book? Not to mention, both Ladybug and Chat Noir have shown knowledge of every student in the honors class. They even knew their names without being told. Isn't that proof enough?"
With a large grin, he turned around. "I see. Then, I will start to put my plan in action."
The kwami gave him a confused look. In response, he added,
"I'll trap both the cat and the bug, so that they have nowhere to run or hide!"