I have to be honest, there are several reasons for writing this story. I had written a different Miraculous Ladybug story, but due to some issues I ran into, I had to overhaul and rewrite it.
For starters, I always wanted to write a story based on the scrapped Miraculous Ladybug PV Trailer, based on what could've been. However, when I wrote my first story, I realized that I rushed headfirst into something that required a lot of build up and development. While I haven't gotten any criticism, I knew that something was wrong and that I made a huge mistake. The concept in itself has very scarce information and I've been searching through blogs and forums to learn more about it, reading other people's theories, analysis and assumptions.
I believe that I had finally figured out what I wanted to write. Rather than having the characters already in the middle of development, I realized that I needed to set the story back to the beginning and start from there. I needed to show the progress, rather than just write that there was one. That was, what I believe, my biggest mistake concerning how I'm working with two very complex characters who have a really complicated relationship.
This prologue is supposed to show the endgame, what I am working towards and what is to be expected. If you ever watched the Miraculous Ladybug PV Trailer, you will know the mixed feelings one might have after seeing the epic ending scene, only to be met with the words ''COMING SOON'', then realize that this will never happen. The next chapter, which I will post next week, will show the beginning.
Also, the reason I titled the new story Up Ladybug was because of the song playing during the Miraculous Ladybug PV trailer. It may be focusing on Ladybug, but reading in-between the lines reveals that it is from Chat Noir's perspective. Hence, both of the heroes are featured in the title in their own way.
I hope you'll enjoy it!
Entry 0
The Butterfly
''Up ladybug, never doubt, 'til we find one way, forever. Up ladybug, got a goal, we'll be fine some day, together.''
– Up Ladybug by Noam Kaniel (Miraculous Ladybug PV)
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Dark clouds passed over the night sky, swirling ominously as the wind blew across the City of Lights. The residents of Paris, stunned by this strange phenomenon, either stood on the streets, mesmerized, or had already taken cover in their homes, observing the sky in fear and anticipation.
A magnificent butterfly had formed on the sky, shimmering in the colours of the rainbow and illuminating the city, sparks of light tracing across its outlines. Still, despite the breathtaking sight, this butterfly was the sign of something sinister, an omen looming over the city and its residents.
While many sought shelter, one person was undeterred by the butterfly omen. She was standing on the rooftop of a building, right in front of the butterfly, her long red hair ribbons billowing in the wind. Her eyes narrowed as she focused on the mission at hand. She knew that this would be the final confrontation, that her enemy would go all out this time. The safety of her loved ones fell on her shoulders.
Her heart started to race when she heard footsteps behind her and smiled. She relaxed a little, aware that it was just her partner, letting her know that she wouldn't be alone in this fight.
''It seems like Papillon had decided to finally show himself,'' Chat Noir said in a concerned tone, his hands on his hips and his tail belt billowing behind him, observing the butterfly omen. ''This will be a rough fight, Ladybug.''
Suddenly, sparks of fire started to fly from below them as a strong wind blew at them. The two looked down as a giant airship flew up, bearing the same butterfly symbol that had haunted them since the very start of their journey. It wasn't the only one, as several other airships took off in the distance. Pillars of blueish-green and purple light energy exploded from the ground and into the air, damaging the surrounding structures and buildings.
The duo knew that the man behind haunting sight was in one of those airships, waiting patiently for them and observing the destruction he had caused. They knew that Papillon would make sure that they got the message – they would either surrender, or perish alongside everyone else who dared to oppose him.
It was a daunting task, but they weren't afraid. They had their ups and downs, their own challenges and demons they had confronted and managed to overcome. They haven't chosen to become superheroes, but in the end, they embraced their new lives. Despite the issues they had, despite the mistakes they made, they knew that they could trust each other.
They were in this together.
''Papillon may be a formidable opponent, Chat Noir, but I know that we will defeat him,'' Ladybug said, smiling as she glanced at her partner. Chat Noir nodded confidently and the two looked back at the airship. ''We will find a way to end this battle, together.''
