A Black Cat and An Unlucky Ladybug

by Eggstra

Everyone is excited for "Ladybug and Chat Noir Day", which celebrates the one year anniversary since Ladybug and Chat Noir became the heroes of Paris, but as events unfold, Adrien begins to question Ladybug's true identity.

21. A Party Fit For a Queen

Chapter 21:

Chloe's birthday was only a few days away, and Chloe invited everyone in school to her party (mostly for presents). Everyone was invited except her rival Marinette.

"You're going to go to Chloe's party?" asked Marinette.

"It could be fun, plus free food! What could be better?" replied Alya.

"Hanging out with your best friend." said Marinette. "I don't care if Chloe doesn't invite me anyway. I wouldn't go even if she did.

"Of course hanging out with you is better, but you know, Adrien is going to Chloe's party." smirked Alya.

"HUH! ALYA! I have to get invited to Chloe's party. Should I sneak in?" asked Marinette.

"Oh Marinette, what am I to do with you? Maybe, she will invite you later. I mean she does love presents." suggested Alya.

"You're right! I'll just wait." smiled Marinette as the two walked to class.

Meanwhile, Chloe pulled Adrien aside to discuss her birthday party.

"So Adrikins. I plan on having heart shaped balloons, a ball pit, ooh and maybe goodie bags for everyone, well besides Marinette. I am not going to invite that little bug." explained Chloe.

"Wait, you didn't invite Marinette?" asked Adrien.

"Of course I wouldn't." replied Chloe.

"Don't you think that's unfair. If Marinette isn't going, then neither is Nino and I." stated Adrien.

"Wait! Adrikins, I was just kidding. I was going to invited Marinette today." laughed Chloe, panicking at the thought that her "boyfriend" wouldn't come to her party.

Adrien smiled at Chloe and hugged her. She smiled as she hugged him back. The two walked to class, and Chloe made her way to Marinette who was talking to Alya.

"Cheng! You're invited to my party I guess. Don't forget my present." Chloe said, and with that she went to sit by Sabrina.

Marinette looked at Chloe and then to Alya who shrugged. She noticed Adrien as the two made eye contact. He smiled and waved at her, but Marinette quickly turned towards Alya and blushed. Adrien found it weird, but just shrugged and sat next to Nino. Alya laughed at Marinette and tried to bring her best friend back to her senses.

"Cheer up girl, this means you get to go to the party with Adrien." Alya whispered.

"I'm so happy I could faint!" Marinette replied.

"Haha! Don't you faint on me now!" laughed Alya.