A/N: Wow, thank you to every reader (even if they only read and never comment, that's okay too) for enjoying my short stories! :) I'm always a little nervous writing for a new fandom and messing up characters so any and all pointers on improvement are very welcome and help me gain more motivation! :)

ANSWERS TO REVIEWS:

Kzee126: haha Thank you so much! Honestly, your review about liking 20-year old Chat Noir finally pushed me to write up the second part, I've been thinking about it since a month to be honest! ^^

Guest1: Thanks for your thoughts! A possible release date for the mini story is mentioned in the Author's Notes above! :D

Sil: And I love you random citizen! (winks) haha Jokes aside, it means a lot to me that you like it, I'm glad it isn't nearly as crappy as I thought it was ^^

Guest2: Thanks for reading and reviewing my story! Now, as for your review, I completely understand your viewpoint, since it's something I get irritated at sometimes too when browsing stories. And I'm not mad at all for pointing that out, that's what readers are for right? :) Ahh, but I did mention how our awesome kitty brought those baddies to the police, it's written in Chapter 18: Fangs Bared, Claws Out Part 2" and I honestly don't blame you for reviewing before reading the second part, since it's quite a few chapters after the first one. Thanks to your review, I'll put up a small note on the first part so readers know there is a second one just in case. Thank you so much for your lovely review and have a nice day :) P.S: I really like that somebody actually noticed that, since it's not such a small deal, especially since physical assault and attempted rape is mentioned. :3

Rating: K+

The Last Butterfly

Ladybug smiled for what she knew would be the last time she said the following words, "Bye. Bye little butterfly," she waved at the flying insect, watching in a mixture of odd sadness and relief as the white wings beat furiously, flying into the bright Parisian sky.

Paris held its breath, civilians filling the streets as they all watched with baited breath how Hawkmoth took Ladybug's hand, standing up from his crouched position upon his defeat.

Ladybug smiled, "I'm glad you'll be on our side, Hawkmoth. It'll be a pleasure to work with you as a new protector of Paris," she held her hand out to him, waiting.

Hawkmoth stared down at her hand, before his gaze flickered over to Chat Noir, who smiled and nodded encouragingly, a knowing look in his eyes.

Sighing and making up his mind once and for all, Hawkmoth shook Ladybug's hand firmly and Paris erupted into cheers and laughter and celebration only moments after, both hero and former villain turned to look at the elated expressions on every Parisian's face.

Ladybug, Chat Noir and Hawkmoth's Miraculous beeped and Ladybug turned to Hawkmoth and her partner, "I guess it's time to go home," she turned to address Hawkmoth directly, "I'll be looking forward to working with you in the future!"

He nodded at her, the sliver of a smile appearing on his face as he watched her leave. He shared a knowing look with Chat Noir, whose smile seemed just a little brighter as he waved at Paris and took off on his staff, Hawkmoth following suit with his butterflies.

Both landed on top of the roof of their home, making sure they were well away from any watchful eyes as Chat Noir looked at Hawkmoth, "There's still one place I need to go to before I can join you, father,"

Gabriel nodded but before Adrien could take off again, he pulled the stunned superhero against his chest, arms wrapped around him tightly.

Chat's eyes widened. He knew this was his father, but for a split second his mind instinctively reacted to fight off the enemy until he stilled and finally melted against his father's rare embrace.

Gabriel ran a hand over the uncharacteristically untamed hair of his son, scoffing softly when he realized he hadn't been able to recognize his own son in the leather getup. His grip tightened around him, pulling Adrien closer. His heart felt heavy with the knowledge that all the years he had invested in capturing Ladybug and Chat Noir's Miraculous in order to bring his wife back, he had been neglecting and hurting his son, the only family he had left.

Reluctantly, Gabriel released him and placed both hands on his shoulders, "Things will be different now, Adrien," he could see the look of apprehension in his son's eyes before he smiled, "I acknowledge that my admittedly poor parenting has caused you a lot of grief over the years, especially since the disappearance of your mother," a sad look crossed Adrien's face but he looked back up at his father when he squeezed his shoulders, "But I promise you, I shall do my best to repent for my mistakes and try to be the father you need," he smiled at his son, the action slightly unfamiliar, he hadn't smiled like this since his wife disappeared.

Adrien launched himself into his father's arms once more, nuzzling him affectionately and Gabriel couldn't help but chuckle when he heard the distinctively feline sound his son was making in his throat, "I never knew you were able to do that,"

Flushing and pulling away, Adrien scratched at the back of his neck, "I uh, it, its- I'm sorry father, I c-can't really control it-"

Gabriel shook his head and with a brief moment of hesitation, ruffled his son's messy hair gently, "As long as you don't start drinking milk from a bowl I don't mind the…interesting side effects of the Miraculous," he chuckled in amusement when Adrien coughed.

"D-don't worry…I don't do that," he chuckled uncomfortably, before remembering something, "Hey, wait, if you have the butterfly Miraculous…what do you do then?" he rose an eyebrow curiously and Gabriel felt himself tense uncomfortably.

"Didn't you say you had to go visit someone?" he inquired, hoping his son would forget about the embarrassing question.

A light bulb switched on in his brain and Chat quickly extended his staff, "Right! I forgot! I'll see you at supper!"

Gabriel smirked, "Don't be late, superhero or not you still have curfew!" he sighed, shaking his head at himself.

He still had curfew? How many years has it been since he uttered such a fatherly thing?

Stealthily entering his house, he dropped his transformation and caught an exhausted Noorroo in his hands, "Are you alright, master? That has been a long fight," the poor kwami looked exhausted beyond belief and Gabriel's expression softened.

"I'm fine Noorroo, but you aren't," walking over to a small cabinet, butterflies flew out of his way when he kneeled down and retrieved a few goods from it, before setting Noorroo and the goods on a small black couch, "Drink Noorroo, you have to regain your strength,"

Eyes zeroing in on the different juicy fruits before him, Noorroo dived for the small glass filled with a nearly transparent liquid – nectar, while slurping the contents of the glass, Noorroo spoke right after swallowing a mouthful, "Master, you don't have to go through the trouble of extracting it from flowers, I'm able to do that myself-"

Gabriel smiled, taking a seat next to his kwami and gently patting his head, "Call me Gabriel, Noorroo,"

The poor kwami coughed, choking on his meal as he stared up at his charge with wide eyes, "Are you alright, master?"

Gabriel rolled his eyes, "Yes, Noorroo, I'm just telling you not to call me 'master' anymore,"

The little kwami smiled, "I told you Ladybug and Chat Noir would be a good influence," he continued happily feasting on his food, his mood brighter now that his charge finally switched to the 'good' side.

Gabriel smirked, eyes watching the peacefully flying butterflies in his lair, "Yes…I suppose they were," there was a knowing look in his eye as he wondered what Nathalie would think of the latest developments.

Noorroo pointedly looked at his chosen and Gabriel's eyes narrowed at his kwami, "...What?"

Noorroo smiled, "You haven't told Adrien about your...tendencies?"

Gabriel shot him a dark look, "...Never speak of this again, Noorroo,"

The kwami smiled contently sipping on his nectar, "Yes, Gabriel,"

Chat Noir never ran faster in his life, jumping over protruding chimneys and narrowly missing collision with walls as he jumped from roof to roof, scaling walls quickly in his desperate need.

He had to go to Marinette.

His eyes lighted up when he spotted her balcony and his speed increased, arms and legs bent as he took a mighty leap and spun in the air, landing roughly on her balcony, taking a moment to recover from the momentum before gently but rapidly knocking on her hatch.

"Princess!"

"Chat Noir?" the hatch swung open faster than Chat expected, and he quickly leaped out of the way, her eyes wide and voice sounding a little breathless, as if she had been running.

"Princess!" he helped her out of her room and into the open air, noticing the look of nervousness and confusion on her face.

"C-Chat, what are you-"

He quickly grabbed her shoulders, rendering her speechless, "Princess! My lady! I know!" he gazed meaningfully into her eyes, seeing the realization in them, his voice turned softer, his grip still remaining around her shoulders, "I know,"

Marinette blinked, stunned, then started laughing hysterically, "I-I have no idea what you-"

But he was serious, "Ladybug, please," after several seconds of staring at each-other, Marinette's shoulders finally slumped, and she weakly looked up at him.

Her voice was small, quiet, "…How?"

Chat beamed, grinning from ear to ear, "Let's just say a little cat told me," he winked.

"Ugh, your kwami?" Marinette glared at his ring, who was down to two paws, "Thanks traitor," she stuck her tongue out at him.

Chat chuckled, watching her sigh heavily, "Well, now you know I guess…" she shuffled her feet, "Are…are you disappointed?" her gaze dropped to the ground to stare at her feet.

Adrien smiled, and he carefully caressed her cheek with his clawed hand, "More like clawsomely purrprised," he grinned widely, lifting her into his arms suddenly and spinning her around.

Marinette shrieked with laughter and surprise, arms clutching at his broad shoulders tightly and suddenly there was a bright light.

Setting her down gently, Marinette gasped in shock, "A-A-Adrien?!"

Adrien smiled sheepishly, shooting Plagg a small glare, "Ugh, I couldn't take anymore of this lovey dovey stuff," he blanched, sticking his tongue out in disgust.

Marinette pointed her finger at him after partially recovering from her shock, "You betrayed our trust as Miraculous wielders!"

Plagg's ears drew back slightly, "Um…in my defense, the kid wouldn't stop talking about you, he talks in his sleep a lot too, you know?"

"Plagg!"

"Plagg!" Marinette and Adrien watched transfixed as a red blur suddenly slammed right into the cat kwami.

"Tikki!" Marinette giggled as the two kwamis laughed and chased each-other playfully, rejoicing happily.

Adrien scratched the back of his neck uncomfortably, "I guess the cats out of the bag, huh?" Marinette rolled her eyes playfully.

Adrien suddenly rose an eyebrow when he noticed something, "Wait…you're taking this a lot better than I thought…" he narrowed his eyes at her suspiciously.

It was Marinette's turn to blush, "Uhm…I, well I…" she sighed, "I wanted us to maybe reveal our identities to each-other after we defeated Hawkmoth and…well it finally happened but it happened a lot sooner than I thought," she grinned sheepishly.

Adrien blinked before sobering, "Marinette I…I wanted to tell you this for a long time now but I…I was so confused because of Ladybug and my feelings for you and I…" he took a deep breath, looking her bravely in the eyes, "What I'm trying to say is…I l-love you princess, my lady," he offered her a weak smile.

The two kwamis suddenly stilled and Plagg made a 'ohhh' sound until Tikki elbowed him and clamped her small arms over Plagg's mouth shut.

Marinette stood frozen, face uncomfortably red before she stammered out, "I-I-I l-l-love you too Adrien," she lifted her gaze from the floor, her expression more confident and warm now, "Kitty, chaton, minou…" she giggled at his surprised look.

Adrien smiled, wrapping his arms around his lady, "M'lady, bugaboo, lovebug,"

Marinette laughed and playfully poked his nose, "I never said I was your lovebug, chaton," she smirked, her sass as her alter ego was back in full force.

Adrien made his famous kitty eyes at her and she suddenly realized how stupid they both were for failing to realize their identities sooner, "You wound me, my lady," she rolled her eyes playfully when he laughed.

"Does this mean you won't use the squirt bottle on me anymore when I come and visit you as Chat?"

Marinette smirked, "Only if you stop giving me heart attacks when you're Adrien," she laughed and Adrien's expression softened at her teasing before dissolving into an evil smirk.

"I told you you'd swoon," he wiggled his eyebrows suggestively and Marinette giggled, smiling up at him.

"You make me sick,"

Marinette, Adrien and Tikki all simultaneously shouted, "Plagg!"

"Cheese!" the cat kwami grinned widely.

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