You guys are just the greatest, seriously, you guys rock! I mean, when I opened up my mailbox, I receive so many of these: Favs, follows, and reviews! I always appreciate the reviews because it always inspires me to write on. Anyway, some people have been saying is this sequel, I'm just a little confuse. Are you saying is this a sequel to something to some of my other stories? It isn't sadly, this is just a new piece. Or are you saying I should make a sequel for this? I haven't got that far yet, but it makes me very happy that you're already excited for this story to have a sequel! If you have any questions always feel free to pm me and ask through the comments:} Anyways, I won't keep you guys any longer, enjoy:}

Disclaimer: Don't own Miraculous Ladybug

Reverence

"Girl, Adrien Agreste is trouble, I'm hoping he leaves you alone!" Alya says before eating her tasty chicken salad.

It's now lunch hour, they're eating in the cafeteria, but more like a food court in Marinette's opinion. There's multiple vendors serving various foods and coffee/tea vendors as well. Marinette settles on a Bento, with green tea, and a slice of cheesecake. Marinette will never admit out loud that this cheesecake is better than her own family's cheesecakes. She reasons to herself that it's only good because famous chefs across the world make it themselves. However, she really does want to know how they make it so damn tasteful?

"Should I leave you and the cheesecake alone, Marinette?" Alya piques teasingly, which makes the ravenette blush.

"Oh, hush, I just can't understand about how they make their desserts so delicious? I almost feel like I'm cheating my family's own business because I want to marry this cheesecake!" Marinette exclaims as she takes another bite from this slice of heaven.

Alya giggles at this, "Ooh, it's a forbidden love, how romantic," Alya gushes while Marinette rolls her eyes fondly at the strawberry brunette.

Speaking of forbidden, Marinette can't help but think of Adrien Agreste, who she tries to forbid from her mind. She has done everything in her power to avoid him, despite his eagerness to sit behind her during their classes, and giving her that smoldering look. He hasn't completely approach her yet, thank God, but it's only a matter time till they have a confrontation. She knows people change and Adrien has drastically changed to someone she doesn't even know anymore. However, it's still her best friend, despite this bad boy persona he has going on. And, another thing, is it true that Gabriel Agreste might be a crime lord? Marinette has never pegged herself to believe gossip, but she's desperate to figure out her mystifying friend.

"Hey Alya, who is Adrien Agreste?" Marinette asks, playing dumb. Marinette has this inkling feeling that she can trust Alya, but she decides it's best to keep her friendship with Adrien a secret for now.

Alya purses her lips at this, "Well, I've heard many speculations and rumors about him, but all I know is that his father does some crook things with his company. My mom owns many hotels and I heard the staff always has to keep silent when they stay there. It's no secret that they're doing something illegal, but to what extent, I have no clue. All I'm hoping is that Adrien will leave you alone because I heard he's looking for recruits for his petty schemes." With that, the bell rings, which earns groans from many peers.

Marinette and Alya slides out of their booth, grabbing both of their trays, and Marinette finds it shocking that the other students leave their trays.

"It's not required to throw away away your trash, the staff does it, but I still pick up mine because I consider it rude if you don't." Alya explains, which makes Marinette smile for her friend's thoughtfulness. They both look at their schedules, then groan when they realize that they both have gym class next.

"If our gym teacher make us run, I'm going to cry," Marinette whines while Alya puts her arm around Marinette's shoulder comfortingly.

"Monsieur D'Argencourt, is a ruthless gym instructor, especially when it comes to fencing. And, I have a feeling that will be doing fencing for the first semester…" Alya expects Marinette to feel the dread of this prospect as well, unknown to her, Marinette is feeling excited.

XOX

It turns out Alya is right, they're doing fencing, and Marinette is buzzing with exuberance. Why, you might ask? Well, she's been doing fencing ever since she can remember. She will admit that she loves the sport, which is all thanks to her and Adrien's obsession of the American movie: 'The Princess Bride'. The fantasy movie has intrigued them with the sword-fighting and the rest is history. She remembers how they duel, calling themselves by the main characters names, and how she beats Adrien a few times despite him having more practice than her. Adrien's private instructor, teaches both her and Adrien fencing until his departure. Despite that, she continues her fencing lessons at a public place throughout middle school, then she stops due to financial problems at home.

The class is in a lining position, with their white uniforms and their protective masks on. Monsieur D'Argencourt stands in front of the class, with his back rigid as he calculates his class for this year. He recognizes a lot from last year, except for a few that he can't point out, but his main concern is the girl from the public school. If she's intelligent enough to get into this academy, then she must be a terrific athlete as well. He knows her name is Marinette Dupain-Cheng, but he can't help wondering why that name sounds familiar?

"Alright class, before we start, I need to know how many of you can really fence? If you lie, then you will be humiliated in front of the whole class from your lack of skill." Only a few of the athletes raises their hands, of course, but surprisingly, Marinette raises her hand tentatively as well.

"Alright, the ones who raised their hand, please step forward," Marinette finds herself a little peeve and a little out of place that she's the only girl.

"Let's see, the first two people to duel," Monsieur D'Argencourt gets cut off when a new student approaches further.

"I will," Someone says cockily, which makes Monsieur D'Argencourt gaps when he sees that it's Adrien Agreste who volunteers.

Adrien can handle anyone, he has trained him after all, even Marinette Dupain-Cheng! That's why her name is familiar because he has trained her as well. To this day, Monsieur D'Argencourt feels guilty for not continuing their lessons with only her, due to Gabriel thinking it's best for her not to attract the attention of the Akumas yet. However, it's in the past now, and he can once again see his star pupils fence together again. Monsieur D'Argencourt isn't naive, he knows that Adrien is ruthless behind a sword now, which portrays his criminal tendencies. What he is about to do will be low, but he has to see if the girl still has it and if she's worthy for the Akuma Initiation. Besides, she will pretty soon be…

"Alright, Adrien Agreste, you're against her," Monsieur D'Argencourt instructs, pointing at a rattle Marinette.

They step into the circle while the rest of the class backs off in wonderment. In unison, they both start with the first position, then the salute and finally the en-garde.

"Ready, Fencers?" Monsieur D'Argencourt asks, highly impress with their procedure before they start their match. He can tell Marinette is a bit rusty, but she hides it well, even though her legs are having trouble with a perfect balance.

"Ready, my Lady?" Adrien questions to Marinette, flipping the sword with his foot and catching it easily, which earns an applause from the crowd.

Marinette rolls her eyes, knowing the crowd is already stroking his fat ego. Despite the mask, she knows he's probably directing a smirk at her.

"All set, Partner," She replies too sweetly, twirling her sword like a baton easily, which earns her some impress cheers as well. With that, the brief of their swords touch, and then Monsieur D'Argencourt tells them on guard.

Adrien gets a head start first, he vigorously flips his sword with the flicks of his wrist, trying to corner her. Marinette recognizes his ploy, she quickly turns hitting her foot on the wall, giving her a good angle from being trapped into it. She swings her sword at him, catching him a bit off guard before he ducks from her blow. They now both dance in sync, with their sword-fighting, even though Marinette is mostly blocking with good defense. The classmates and the teacher gets out of their way, since they're now moving all over the place. Alya wishes she has a camera, so she can record this because this is just golden.

The two fighters go around another corner, Adrien casually leans against the wall, faking a yawn while his opposite hand fights with Marinette. Marinette bites her lip in annoyance, hating the way he's mocking her. She needs to think of something because she can hear some snickers behind her. Marinette flips her sword, making Adrien lose a grip on his, she quickly bullets his chest but misses by a close second. Without thinking, she stomps her foot in irritation, and turns to face a now armed Adrien.

"Are you getting frustrated, Purrincess," He taunts jokingly as a warmth fills her up by the familiar nickname. Marinette hates to admit it, but she misses how he calls her purrincess, and she in turn will reply with silly kitty for his nickname.

"Let's just finish this, you smooth kitty," She whispers under her breath, but Adrien hears her loud and clear.

"Alright…" Before Marinette can blink, he pounces on her and she misses his strikes with unsteady spins. Marinette loses her footing, she finds herself against a wall to keep her bearing, feeling a gentle pinch on her chest. Marinette widens her eyes at this, sighing in defeat and cursing under her breath.

"Touche, my Lady!" He exclaims quietly, both lowering their swords and taking off their masks, while everyone gathers around them now.

"My, that was quite a show, now shakes hands," Monsieur D'Argencourt smirks when they consciously pump their fist together instead.

"Pound it," The two fighters say in unison, which makes Marinette blush furiously at this. Murmurs go around their fist display, since it almost indicates that they know one another. Alya looks at Marinette with concern and sadly suspicion as well.

"Well then, we had a wonderful example of fencing thanks to these two, so I think it's time for all of you to put on a show now!" Monsieur D'Argencourt announces, dragging the spotlight off the two of them, since it's better for any potential criminal to stay in the shadows.

XOX

"Marinette, I have barely known you for a day, so I hate to ask you this. But, you seem familiar with Adrien, are you dating him? It's okay if you are, it's just that he's a huge heart breaker, and I don't want you to get hurt of whatever he's involved in." Alya questions in a low whisper, in their last period of the day, Physics with Madame Mendeleiev.

Marinette groans at this, biting her lip in contemplation. After the fencing, Adrien doesn't try anything to approach her, he leaves her alone thankfully. Marinette is not blind by the other students questioning gazes upon her, but it's nothing too serious yet. She looks at Alya, really looks at her, then decides to spill the beans. The frustration is eating up inside her, making her feel alone at this, and it will be uplifting to have one outsider know the truth.

"We're childhood best friends, I haven't seen him for five years, until now that is. And, me and him, as if," Marinette adds with a pfft, trying to act nonchalant. It's no secret that Adrien is her first love, but Alya doesn't need to know that detail yet or maybe never.

"I see, this makes absolute sense now," Alya replies as she processes this new information.

"The thing is, I'm still mad at him for never writing back, but I can understand why he didn't. I did miss him a lot, but he's changed so much, and I have no idea what his intentions are with me." Marinette says with defeat, wanting to cry with frustration.

Alya puts a comforting hand on the ravenette, "Hey listen, maybe you should confront him after school, and be straight with how you feel. No dodging, just straight to the point, like ripping off a band aid."Alya advises with wisdom, making Marinette feel a little better.

"Thanks Alya, I think I might just do that," Marinette responds with a smile before it falters when she sees Adrien coming in. He sits behind her, as usual, with the headphone teenager she now knows as Nino Lahiffe. Marinette is aware about how the Lahiffe family owns many popular nightclubs in all of France and some in America as well. What she's not aware, is the notorious reputation for the nightclubs selling/dealing illegal drugs.

Madame Mendeleiev walks in soon after, with a permanent scowl on her face, and her voice rumbles like a cat's tail being pulled. Already, Marinette can tell the lady is hella strict, so it's best to stay on her good side. Sadly, this won't be the case for the poor ravenette, when a certain blonde girl decides to put action in her raging jealousy. It starts off subtle and a roll of the eyes. Chloe keeps throwing pink paper balls at her, which makes Marinette have to dispose them from her hair, earning a mocking oops from the blonde. After three times of that, but who's counting, it escalates further.

Chloe throws another paper ball, only this time, with chewing gum in it. Marinette feels something in her hair again, she figures it's another paper ball, but sadly that's not the case. Marinette freaks when she sees the gum in her hair and it's sticking in her inky locks. Without thinking, she bolts off her seat, seething in heavy annoyance. She glares at Chloe, who feigns total obliviousness, but the obvious evil smirk on her face is a whole other story.

"Marinette, is there a reason why you're interrupting my class?" Madame Mendeleiev asks nastily, which makes Marinette gulp in apprehension.

"Marinette is not interrupting, you're just insignificant to see what's really going on." Adrien snarks as he slowly rises from his chair.

"What was that young man? I don't care who your father is, a week of detention for talking back to me and you as well Dupain-Cheng for your interruption!" Madame Mendeleiev yells with finality, but Adrien isn't done yet.

"I just visualized duct tape over your mouth so early into your yelling, so I'm afraid I didn't catch any of that, except for you pointing fingers like a child." He says sarcastically, but there's a hint of an edge in his tone.

"That's it, Mr. Agreste. Out of my classroom, I don't want to see you until your detention in my classroom!" Madame Mendeleiev exclaims, pointing at the door.

Adrien grins at this. "Alright then, I've always wanted to do a cat walk out of the classroom," With that, he puts his leather jacket over his shoulder while grabbing Nino's red cap. This earns a glare from Nino but then subsides when he sees Adrien gently putting the cap on Marinette's head.

Marinette smiles gratefully at Adrien and even at Nino, the cap hides her sticky embarrassment from more snickers. True to his word, he walks out with style, but then stops for a moment at Chloe's table. "If I throw you a stick, will you stop throwing paper balls?" Before Chloe can reply, he walks out of the silent classroom.

"Well, I guess you can confront him during your detention with him, and I think his intentions with you is being your knight in dark armor." Alya whispers, but Marinette is lost in a daze to reply.

The emotion she's feeling for Adrien is utter proudness, for being the sassy alley cat he used to be afraid of portraying around people, especially his father for that matter. Adrien hasn't changed, he's still her silly kitty that she remembers, but her silly kitty who's finally not nervous to show his claws to anyone. What makes her blush at this realization, he's not hesitant to show his claws who ever bullies his princess either.

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