Adrien sat in his room, with a knot in his stomach. He knew his father was going to kill him. For his most recent screw up. Adrien looked up when his Kwami Plagg flew over to him.
"Hey kid, why the long face?" Plegg asked.
"I'm waiting for my dad to come in and kill me. You should of seen how mad he was when I got home." Adrien replied.
"Why was he so mad? So you went to a party with your friends. It's not like you stole from a jewelry shop!" Plagg snapped.
"I know, but I lied to him about where I was going. I told him I was going to study at a friends house. And that I would be back by nine. Well, I didn't get home until ten thirty. Cause I lost track of time. And my body guard didn't know where I was. Since I had left the house I said I'd be studying at. So, he had to go on a wild goose chase. The only reason he found me was cause one of my friends posted a picture online. And my dad saw it. And called and told my body guard where I was at. I think saying my dad was "mad" is putting it nicely." Adrien replied.
"Why didn't you just ask your dad if you could go to the party? It's not like there were drugs or anything. It was just a hang out type of deal." Plagg replied.
"Yeah, if only convincing my father of that was that simple. You know he doesn't like me going to stuff like that. And besides my friends parents weren't home. So, there would have been no way I could of gotten him to say yes." Adrien replied.
"Tough situation kid. You probably shouldn't of lied to your dad about where you were going. I hope he doesn't stop you from going to school." Plagg replied.
"I know, that's my biggest worry. Hopefully he won't take that away." Adrien replied.
Plagg finally flew off to eat his cheese in one of his hiding spots. And Adrien continued to sit and think about the whole situation. He knew he had no real good argument. He had lied to his father and probably scared him half to death. When his bodyguard had called and informed him that his son was no where to be found.
Even though Adrien didn't want his father to take away him going to public school. He would understand if his father did decide to do that. And he really wouldn't have a foot to stand on to argue.
Adrien was not sure how much longer he sat there, until he finally heard his door open. Adrien just simply buried his face in his arms, which were resting on his knees. He couldn't bare to look his father in the face, he felt to ashamed.
Adrien heard his father walk up to his bed. He felt himself buckle a little. When he knew his father was standing right next to the bed. He hated when his father used the silent treatment. But, he didn't dare protest.
After some time, Adrien finally heard his father sigh.
"Stand up, Adrien." Gabriel said.
Adrien stood and kept his head down. Not wanting to look his father in the eyes. Gabriel sighed, knowing it was going to be a long night for him and Adrien.
"You better have a good reason for lying to me! And going to a party that you didn't ask me about!" Gabriel snapped, trying to keep from yelling.
Adrien rocked on his feet. "N-No, I don't have a good reason. Other then I wanted to go and knew you would most likely say no."
Gabriel sighed, "Adrien, you lied to me! You told me you were going to study! Which I didn't even want you to go do that! But, you said you had to because you had been partnered up with this friend of yours! And then you leave that house and go to an UN-supervised party! And then you nearly gave me a heart attack when your body guard called and said you were no were to be found! And you wonder why I still treat you like a child! It's because you handle things in a childish manner! You want to be treated like your thirteen? Then you need to act your age! You handled this situation like a five year old!" Gabriel snapped.
Adrien had to wipe a stray tear from his eye. It was bad enough thinking about everything he had done wrong. But, hearing his father lay it all out in front of him was even worst.
"I-I'm s-sorry, f-father. I-I don't know what else to say." Adrien replied.
Gabriel sighed, "You are grounded for a month! There will be no friends! No after school stuff, except for your lessons, since those have already been paid for! There will be no games! No TV! No phone! Nothing other then sleep, food, and school. Do you understand me?!"
Adrien nodded, "D-Do you mean home-school?"
"No, I'm not going to take you out of public school. Trust me, I was tempted, but if you ever pull a stunt like this one again! Then I will take you out of public school! Do I make myself clear?"
"Yes, thank you sir." Adrien replied.
"Don't thank me yet. Unfortunately we are not done. I need to go make a phone call. I want you to get ready for bed and have the hair brush ready! Do you understand me?!" Gabriel asked.
Adrien couldn't find the words to speak, so he just nodded his head yes. Gabriel left and Adrien sunk into his bed. Plagg flew over to Adrien.
"Hey, look on the bright side! You still get to go to school!" Plagg said.
"Yeah, but I won't be able to sit properly for like three days. Why does he have to spank me? I'm thirteen, why can't he just end with the grounding?" Adrien asked.
"Maybe he figured you need to be punished like a child, I don't know. I don't know how you humans work." Plagg replied.
"Promise you won't laugh at me?" Adrien asked.
"I won't be anywhere in sight. I'm gonna get my cheese and then probably go sleep in the air vent." Plagg replied.
"Thanks" Adrien replied.
Plagg did as he said, and Adrien finally sighed and went to change into his PJ's, he changed from his normal everyday outfit, to a black pair of PJ bottom's with skulls on them and a black PJ t-shirt, with a skull right in the center.
Then Adrien went to his bathroom and grabbed his wooden hair brush. He cringed at the thought of his father using it on him. It wasn't the first time, but he hoped it would be the last. At least for a long while. Adrien went and set the brush on his nightstand. And then he sat on his bed, and waited for his father to return.
After what felt like forever, Gabriel finally made his way back to his sons room. He walked in and over to his son. Gabriel looked down at his son and sighed. Knowing he was gonna be putting Adrien in pain. And hating the thought of that. But, knowing that it was for the best.
"Adrien, do you understand why I was upset? And why I need to punish you?" Gabriel asked.
Adrien nodded, "Y-Yes, b-because I lied to you and went to a party without asking."
"Yes, that is right. You know I hate punishing you in this way. But, I hope you won't forget this lesson anytime soon. And won't make the same mistake twice." Gabriel replied.
"I won't, I'm sorry I was so stupid." Adrien replied.
Gabriel gently lifted his sons face. So, he could look him in the eyes.
"Don't call yourself stupid, you made a mistake. We all have done that. You just have to learn from your mistake, that's all. Now, let's get this over with." Gabriel replied, with a sigh.
"C-Can I have a hug after?" Adrien asked.
Gabriel nodded, "Of cores, you know I would never leave you alone after this kind of punishment. I will hold you as long as you need."
Adrien nodded and knew he just wanted to get this part out of the way. So, he stood and allowed his father to take a seat on his bed. Adrien felt so ashamed, and he just wanted to know that his father forgave him. And he hoped once this was over, he would be all forgiven.
Well, that was chapter one! If you enjoyed, please remember to RR, and chapter two will be up shortly! Phantom90.
