The week had gone smoothly for Ladybug and Cat Noir. Hawk Moth had stayed quiet and both Miranette and Cat Noir we're now making final perpetration for their special date night. Miranette had placed a small table on the roof balcony set with plates, and candles. The light from the moon above and the two lite candles were more than enough to make it the perfect setting. Or as Cat Noir would say the purr-fect setting! She only need one more thing to complete the dinner, the pizza. So with time to spare, she raced downstairs and took the finished pizza out of the oven. "Sigh, I really hope Cat Noir likes cheese pizza, I wanted to make one with all the toppings. Although with him being so cat like I figured a plain cheese would be best." Miranette smiled to herself as she breathed in the freshly made pizza smell. She was proud of herself, even if the pizza was for Cat Noir, her mind was acting as if he truly was Adrien.
Meanwhile Cat Noir was now on his way to Miranette's place. Sparkling non-alcoholic grape juice was in hand and… "What was I thinking? I can't go to Miranette's without flowers." From his spot high above on the rooftop, Cat Noir looked around. He had to find some flowers somewhere. And than from the corner of his eye he spotted a flower shop. He noticed the flowers outside were being gathered and placed inside for the night. So quickly he descended from the rooftop and landed below there he was met by the florist. Even though his landing was quiet, the florists gasped in surprise seeing Cat Noir. Giving the young lady a bow he apologised. "I'm sorry, I didn't mean to frighten you I just wonder if I could buy some flowers?
With a nod and a smile she gestured, yes. Here I have a bouquet of roses if that was what you're looking. Slightly facing away from Cat Noir, the young lady blushed. "I-I must admit I'm a big fan of yours." Hearing her say this made Cat Noir blush a deep red. When she saw his red cheeks, the florist wondered if the flowers were for somebody special? "I'm guessing these are for someone special?" She quietly asked, he simply nodded yes. 'Of course they are.' She thought, who am I kidding like a super sexy superhero would ever want me?' Without another thought or word she handed him the bouquet of roses, which he paid for and was off in no time to Marinette's.
As the florist finished her work a few tears began to fall and of course, Hawk Moth was picking up on her negative emotions. "Ahh yes, such sadness and anger mixed into one. Nothing like loving someone, but they are in love with someone else." A white butterfly landed in the palm of his hand, which he covered with his other hand turning the butterfly a dark purple color. "Go my little akuma and evilise her."
'Why did I ever think Cat Noir would be interested in me. His surely has a special someone while I…" It was at that moment the akuma landed on a flower she was holding. The outline mark of a butterfly appeared on her face and soon pure anger had consumed her.
"My dear Florencia, I am Hawk Moth. Having a broken heart is just as destructive as weeds growing in your beautiful rose garden. So I'm giving you the power to control those roses and smother out those weeds that want to take over your garden. And in return all I ask is you get me Ladybug's earrings and the Cat Noir's ring. After all he is the one who broke your heart."
Florencia, grinned and replied in an amused voice. "Yes Hawk Moth, you won't be disappointed." A cloud of darkness covered her and with it roses started to grow around her, turning her into a rose like person. "Look out Cat Noir, not every rose is a symbol of love." Florencia said, as she headed out to find the one who broke her heart and gather Hawk Moth's prize miraculouses.
With a leap and a few hops, Cat Noir landed on Marinette's roof. The sparkling grape juice and roses were in hand. He was greeted by a smiling Marinette, who was just returning from getting the pizza from downstairs. "Good evening Marinette, I hope I'm not late." He asked, while handing her the roses.
"Nope right on time Cat Noir, please have a seat." Marinette replied while taking the roses and giving them a smell. "These are so beautiful, thank you Cat Noir." He simply smiled and lightly blushed, while taking his seat. "I'll put these in water later, for now we better eat before the pizza gets cold." He nodded, yes and soon they were both seated and ready to eat.
Cat Noir opened the sparkling grape juice and poured the drink in the paper cups on the table. Then picked up a slice of pizza. "This looks amazing Marinette, I'm glad you had this idea." His mind drifted to his true love. 'If only Ladybug would give me a chance like this.' He thought with a sigh.
"Well it was my first time making pizza on my own, so I hope it's good. I must say I've never cooked for anyone before." She sighed heavily. 'I always thought Adrien would've been the first guy I cooked for.' Marinette thought.
Seeing her sad expression, Cat Noir asked. "Why so down, Princess?" It made Marinette smile and somewhat giggle. She was always used to him calling her bugaboo or MiLady. It was kinda sweet to hear him call her a princess.
"Me..oh it's nothing, I was just thinking how I thought I'd cook my first meal for my…you know real boyfriend." She said the last part slightly turning her glance away from him. To her surprise, Cat Noir simply smiled. "Not that I'm disappointed, it's just…"
He held his hand up. "No need to apologize Princess, I get it. I always thought I'd at least get one date with Ladybug. Still her heart belongs to someone else, so I'll just have to keep waiting." Marinette couldn't help but feel Cat Noir's pain of rejection. True she hadn't been rejected by Adrien, still she feared it when she did finally ask.
Picking up a slice of pizza Marinette said. "I'm sorry Cat Noir, I can't imagine how it must feel to be turned down so many times." He took a bite of the pizza and sighed. Cat Noir was about to reply when…
"So this is where you are, and could this be the one who you're in love with? Such a shame too, looks like it was a beautiful evening all planned out." Florencia, grinned and snapped her fingers. The roses Marinette had set to the side, where now growing in size. And before Cat Noir or Marinette could react. The roses were now like vines as they wrapped around her. Florencia chuckled. "Oh dear whatever will you do now My cute little kitten. I have your sweet love all wrapped up tight."
