Epilogue
If there was one thing Marinette had learned over her time in school, it was to recognise that she was a walking hazard when it came to sports. Today's PE lesson had them playing basketball and she was lingering at the edge of the court. Adrien on the other hand, had managed to steal the ball off Kim and hastily dribbled toward the hoop. Of course, he couldn't resist throwing a wink her way as he tossed the ball and scored.
Nino walked over to her boyfriend and they shared a fist bump. Then Marinette let out a little sigh as Adrien flicked his hair out of his eyes and headed her way. "Admiring my mad skills?" he smirked.
"I'm certainly admiring something," she grinned back as she bumped him with her hip.
"Look as much as you like," he said while raising his arms and showing off his lean muscles. "I'm happy to provide a private showing later."
"Lovebirds, some of us want to keep our lunch down." Alya teased with a cheeky eyeroll.
Marinette looped her arm through Adrien's. "We've seen the way you and Nino canoodle. Consider this payment in kind."
Alya waved her off and the teacher prompted them back into playing. Rose had been handed the ball when the echo of screams filled the school. Marinette's eyes met with Adrien's and they gave each other a barely perceptible nod just as they were told to evacuate. A large warm hand encircled hers as they found an opportunity to shed from the crowd.
Adrien looked both ways before opening an empty classroom door. "Claws out," was followed by "Spots on." Together they slipped out the window to ascend to the roof. Standing together they scrutinised their surroundings in search of the latest akuma. In that moment, Ladybug spotted Alya below with phone in hand recording them.
"Chat," she said quietly. He glanced over his shoulder. "I think it's time."
Chat Noir's grin was wide and displayed his pristine teeth. "Does this mean what I think it means?"
"Sure does." With that, Ladybug reached for her partner's hand and interlaced their fingers as they stepped closer to their Ladyblog friend.
With a steady yank, Chat Noir pulled Ladybug firmly against his chest and dipped her before pressing a possessive kiss on his partner's lips. Without thinking, Ladybug lifted a leg and pointed her toe in a pose that had Alya cheering below. As they parted, the pair grinned at each other. "How's that for making our superhero romance official?"
"It's a good start."
"Does that mean I should kiss you again?"
Another scream sounded and Ladybug shifted her eyes towards the origin of the noise. "I think we've got work to do first."
"No problem. But know this, milady, after Miraculous Ladybug I'll be kissing you in public again."
Grinning wholeheartedly at her partner, Ladybug replied. "I'm counting on that, Chaton. You promise?"
"I Purr-omise."
The End
I know it was a long delay, plus a short and sweet epilogue but I hope you enjoyed the story. Thanks for reading and supporting :)
