A/N: It has just started to rain, where I stay, so I was inspired to write this!
Disclaimer: I do not own Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug and Chat Noir
Chapter 1: Rain
Marinette loved the rain.
She stood in front of her window, head resting on her elbows, nose pressed against the cool glass, watching the never-ending droplets hit the ground and turn the world into one large ocean of blurry colours, sounds, and feelings.
Ever since one particularly fateful rainy day, two years ago, whenever the heavens opened to pour their blessings upon the thirsty earth, her heart seemed to open, as well.
The rain, for her, was special. In a subdued, unobtrusive manner, it spoke of delightful remembrances, promises, and the beginning of new experiences.
The atmosphere seemed filled with such a familiar, yet unknown yearning, sweet regret, and tender recollections.
She moved away from the window pane and smiled at her kwami. No words needed to be spoken between them, as after a partnership so long, mutual understanding prevailed between kwami and holder through just a single glance.
"Tikki, transform me!"
She leapt out into the cool air, a pleasant chill running down her spine as the aroma of the freshly wet earth hit her full in the face.
Not caring about getting wet, she swung through her beloved city, delighting in the sensations of the raindrops caressing her face and suit.
The rain cascaded and swirled around her, and she just stopped and let it soak in, embracing the sensation of feeling one with the earth and sky.
She didn't know why, but maybe, the sight of such natural splendour and majesty made her forget her own worries and problems.
It made her feel insignificant, but free, as well.