Hello, readers, welcome back to Rise of the Timberwolf. I'm sorry for the long break in between chapters, but I had little motivation to write when so few of you left reviews. I enjoy writing these stories, but what is the point of me writing them if you don't let me know if you like them? Anyway, I'm trying to build up to the first action scene without my sister's OC to help with the story structure. I'll do my best to keep updates more frequent, though, as long as you guys let me know what you liked, what you don't like, and what I can improve on. I welcome constructive criticism. Now then, on with the story!
I don't own Miraculous Ladybug. I do, however, own my OC, so don't touch him!
The two boys walked towards the mansion, Adrien in the lead with Matt following behind. The teen model decided to give his cousin some warning before he was disappointed.
"Since Mom…disappeared, Father's been really distant and closed off to everyone. Even I barely see him. So, don't be surprised if he doesn't seem very excited to see you, he's like that with everyone. Also, Aunt Amelie and Felix visited recently, and Felix stole Father's wedding ring."
The younger boy blinked.
"He did? Why?"
Adrien shrugged.
"He was upset that we didn't come to his dad's funeral. He acted out against me, too, by impersonating me and trying to turn my friends against me. At least that mess was cleared up fairly quickly."
"So, Uncle Gabe is upset that I'm here?"
"Upset isn't really the right word. I'm sure that he's happy to see you again, he just doesn't like to be distracted from his work. Also, you should probably stop calling him 'Gabe.' It wouldn't sound very professional to him."
Matt nodded as they entered the mansion. Nathalie guided them towards the stairs, before leaving to presumably inform Gabriel. Adrien led the other two upstairs.
"Come on, I'll show you your bedroom."
With the Gorilla following them, Adrien led Matt to a bedroom that was just down the hall from his own room. He opened the door to reveal a bedroom that, while not as large as his room, was still a good size. Adrien turned to gauge Matt's reaction.
"What do you think?"
Matt was speechless as he entered the room, taking in just how much space there was inside. Adrien spoke again.
"I know you had to leave most of your stuff in America, so Father will arrange to have them shipped over soon. We can figure out how to decorate it later. Okay?"
"Sure."
Nathalie entered the room as the Gorilla set down Matt's luggage.
"Adrien. Your father would like to speak to you and Matthew in the atelier."
Adrien straightened slightly at the mention of his father.
"Thanks, Nathalie. We'll see him in a minute."
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Gabriel stood in the atelier, looking at Emilie's portrait. As the boys entered, he turned to face them. His face betrayed no emotion to them.
"Matthew, it's good to see you again."
Matt didn't respond. He just looked at the floor, clearly uncomfortable from Gabriel's gaze.
"I was sorry to hear about your parents. Your father and I weren't on the best of terms, but I do still miss him."
Matt nodded.
"Thank you, Uncle Gabriel."
Adrien spoke up.
"Father, maybe we could take Matt someplace fun to help get his spirits up and help. Him recover. He could also get reacquainted with Paris that way. It's been years since he was last here, after all."
Gabriel's face didn't change.
"Perhaps when your schedule has some time free, that can be arranged."
Adrien perked up at that.
"Where would you want to go, Matt?"
Matt seemed to brighten slightly. At least, he seemed less uncomfortable that he was before.
"Maybe Disneyland Paris? I haven't been there before, and I've heard about Frontierland and the Phantom Manor from a friend."
"Perhaps."
Matt grinned. He'd been a little nervous about seeing his uncle again, especially after what Adrien had said, but while Gabriel seemed stricter than he was before, he was at least allowing for the possibility of the trip. Adrien gave him a grin, before Gabriel spoke again.
"Before you both go, there are a few things that I'd like to explain. Matthew, you'll be attending College Francois-Dupont alongside Adrien. His bodyguard will drive you to and from there each day. Also, Adrien has a busy schedule with his modelling, as well as his martial arts, fencing, and Chinese lessons. I have heard that you are something of an amateur photographer, so perhaps you could accompany Adrien on some of his photoshoots."
Matt nodded. "Yes Uncle. Thank you."
Gabriel nodded.
"In addition, with the current…situation in Paris, if an akuma attack should occur, you are not to leave the school, house, or your current location until it is over, unless the attack is at your current location."
"Yes, Uncle Gabriel."
Taking the hint that they were dismissed after that, the two left the atelier. Adrien glanced over at Matt.
"You okay?"
His cousin nodded back.
"Yeah. Thanks for the heads-up earlier. He's really changed from when we were little."
Adrien nodded.
"So, I guess that you'll be going to school with me."
"Yeah, I'm a little nervous."
"Yeah, but Francois-Dupont is a good school. The students there are mostly really nice, and the teachers are also really cool. I'll introduce you to my friends tomorrow, they'd love to meet you."
Matt smiled at that, before asking a question.
"Hey, are you still friends with Chloe?"
"Yeah, we're still friends, but she's more bratty and snobby to everybody else now. I don't like it, but she's still able to be nice when she needs to be. She'll probably be happy to see you again, too."
The younger boy nodded.
"So long as she's trying."
Adrien chuckled.
"Hey, did I mention that she used to be a superhero like Ladybug and Chat Noir?"
"What?"
"Yeah, Queen Bee. She had a Miraculous sometimes, as well as a duplicate costume that she wore for a little while. I actually don't think Ladybug and Chat Noir are letting her be Queen Bee anymore because her identity is public knowledge."
"Huh, I'll need to ask her about that."
"Actually, don't do that. She's really bitter about it and doesn't idolize Ladybug like she did before. She's already been akumatized four times, we don't need a fifth."
"Okay. Still, it would be cool to have superpowers like that. She was still lucky to have the chance."
"Ladybug and Chat Noir sometimes pick other people to wield Miraculouses to help them beat akuma villains. That's how it worked for Chloe, so who knows? Maybe they'll pick you sometime."
"That would be awesome, Adrien."
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Gabriel and Nathalie stood in the atelier. Gabriel glanced at his assistant.
"Nathalie, call Miss Rossi. I believe that I have a new job for her."
Nathalie nodded. "Yes, sir." She started towards her desk to place the call, before turning back to Gabriel. "Sir, are you sure about this? He is your nephew, after-"
Gabriel cut her off.
"I need those Miraculouses. If I make my wish, it's possible that what happened to his parents might also be changed."
Nathalie didn't look convinced, but she continued back to her desk. Gabriel stood alone in the atelier. He'd keep alert, and see what kind of supervillain could be made from a person who'd suffered a loss.
And, scene! We're getting close to the action, but I want to try and fix my writing in the next chapter. It doesn't really feel right in this one. Anyways, leave a review or PM me letting me know what you like and don't like, and I'll try to write the next chapter sooner so you don't have to wait as long for it as the last time. Until the next chapter!