Day 6: Musical AU

From the Tumblr prompt; "I'm not drunk enough for this." A drabble from Blow Your Mind (my stripper au). Dedicated to Raven! Thank you for loving this as much as I love writing it. :D Songs: Crazy in Love and Drunk in Love by Beyonce, Telephone by Lady Gaga ft Beyonce.

It was pure luck that Bridgette found the object of her affection sitting alone at the bar. She came here to get her mind off him, but fate had different plans. He had two empty seats next to him and the bar was packed. She slid into the one on his right and ordered a cosmopolitan with a vodka shot on the side, she needed the confidence.

Felix turned when he heard her voice and quickly downed his scotch and ordered another, his head was starting to get fuzzy, but it wouldn't be enough. Today was a rough day modeling and he didn't want to be at Chateau. Bridgette sat next to him and he thought he might want to be sober, so he doesn't turn into Chat Noir but decided it was whatever.

Bridgette downed her shot and started sipping her cosmo, she decided not to bother him and look around. She found out why it was so busy tonight, a sign with big bold letters announced it was karaoke night and she giggled wondering how terrible some people might be.

"I'm sorry about my father." Felix kept his voice low, but he felt the need to comfort her after today. His father had yelled at her for being incompetent when he had accidentally ripped a shirt from moving too vigorously during the shoot. It was not her fault and he wanted to defend her, but he wasn't Chat, he had to be Felix today.

She spun to face him, and a smile appeared on her face and he was puzzled. "It's fine! Don't worry, I'm already used to your father. Plus, I stitched it up in record time and in the end, he was happy, and the shoot went great." He nodded and wondered how she could always be so bubbly and excited. He took another giant gulp of his drink and turned more to see what she was surveying. His eyes also landed on the post she had seen, he paled.

Bri took some more sips before trying to engage the young Agreste in conversation again. Lately she had been trying to put him out of her mind and focus on Chat, but the model kept creeping into her mind.

"So," She pointed to the poster. "Karaoke?"

"Hell no." He downed the rest of his drink. He pointed with his glass to the rest of the bar. "I'm not drunk enough for this." Felix scowled at the excited singers and turned back to the bar for another drink.

"I might, another cosmo and maybe I'll belt out some Beyoncé." Her laugh was magic that fueled his soul, his mood picked up just from hearing it. When the bartender came by with his drink and a wink, he asked for another drink for Bri. She graciously accepted and finished her first drink before the bartender returned with another. "Thank you, but honestly, I don't think I'm that great of a singer."

"I guess we will find out now, won't we?" He gave her a cheeky smirk and she blushed, he reminded her so much of Chat and her heart thumped in her chest. Soon her drink was presented in front of her and she smiled at the bartender and took a sip, she noticed Felix watching her from the corner of her eye.

"I'll be right back." He smirked and left his drink and seat with her, the leather jacket he must have worn was slung over the back of the stool. Felix went to write down Bridgette's name and picked a song fit for both even if she didn't know it yet. She had mentioned Beyoncé and he hoped she wouldn't disappoint or be mad at him. He returned and slid into his seat, picking up his drink and turning to face her, she was finishing her second drink.

"Would you like another?" He tipped his glass in her direction and she turned to face him, putting her empty one on the bar.

"Can I try what you're having?" She was bold and reached right out for his tumbler, he was a bit frozen and her fingers glided over his to take it and bring it to her lips. She took a decent sip and made a face in displeasure. Felix chuckled and took his drink back, there was a trace of pink lipstick on the rim and he smiled. He downed the rest and flagged down the bartender again, Bridgette looked to see the next performer sing and Felix took the opportunity to have all her drinks on his tab and order them both another.

He gave her the drink and realized her time was coming up and he would need to smooth this situation as best as possible. "It's really nice having someone to drink and spend time with. You feel the alcohol yet?"

"Yeah, I feel great, maybe I'll sing soon." She was all smiles and nodded along to the fading notes of music.

"Sooner than you think." He muttered. He heard the DJ start up applause for the last performer and announce the new one.

"Now, we have Bridgette singing Crazy in Love!" The applause was loud and Bri rounded on Felix, a shocked look on her face. He smirked and took her glass from her hand.

"Good Luck."

The song had been changed for a karaoke version and Bridgette stumbled over the words till she got the hang of it. If Chat can perform, so can I. She tried to channel Chat's confidence, luckily the alcohol coursing through her veins was helping her. He set down both the drinks, in favor of leaning forward and paying attention to her. She got into it after a while, smiling and dancing, singing to him, or so it felt.

When I talk to my friends so quietly

Who he think he is? Look at what you did to me

Tennis shoes, don't even need to buy a new dress

She stuck her leg out, she was wearing sneakers with shorts and a nice blouse.

If you ain't there, ain't nobody else to impress

It's the way that you know what I thought I knew

It's the beat my heart skips when I'm with you

But I still don't understand

Just how your love can do what no one else can

Her gestures and dancing with the song were exaggerated and Felix thought she looked like she was having the time of her life. She was giggling by the end and ran off the stage toward Felix. She forgot to slow to a stop and barreled into him. He was clapping but quickly caught her, he laughed with her and she hugged him.

"That was my first time! Thanks Felix!" She pulled back to look up at him and he wished he were Chat and could kiss her, part of him wondered what she would do if he tried, so he did. His head bent down, and he lowered his eyes to her lips, her eyes widened and before he could get his head close enough she pushed away from him. "I-I'm sorry. I like you Felix, I do, but you are my boss's son and I have someone I like right now. We aren't together, but I want to be, and it wouldn't be fair to you." She looked away, blushing, she really did like Felix, but Chat found her first, he would have priority of her heart.

The night went on and they talked and laughed, Bridgette glanced at her phone.

"Oh my!"

"Is something the matter?" Felix took this opportunity to check his phone as well, hopefully his father hadn't tried contacting him. He had a message from Plagg about tomorrow's rehearsal and tucked the phone back into his pocket, not looking at the time.

"Just the time. I have an early day tomorrow with your father. Thank you so much for the drinks and conversation. I had a wonderful time." Both stood up and he helped her into her coat and she hugged him.

"Would you like my drive to take you home?"

"I wouldn't be a bother?"

"Never, in fact, I'm sure my father would insist on it." Felix texted his driver who was close and turned to offer his arm to Bridgette.

"One second." She pointed in the direction of the restrooms and he nodded his head.

"I'll be outside alright?" She nodded and hurried off, he went to wait by the curb and pulled out his phone, messaging Plagg back about rehearsal. He then shot a quick text off to Allegra, asking her opinion on if he should ask Bri for her number as Felix or Chat. She told him to get a separate burner phone and he rolled his eyes. He put the phone away and turned to face the bar doors to see Bridgette exit just as his car pulled up. He opened the door and reminded himself to not bow like Chat Noir would. Bridgette climbed in and he after her, she told the driver her address and they had a peaceful ride, the alcohol making them sleepy. Right before the car was going to stop, her head fell onto his shoulder.

"Princ-Bri, Bridgette, wake up dear, we are here." He nudged her awake and hoped she was too sleepy to realize his slip up. She straightened slowly and rubbed her eyes. "Do you want me to help you upstairs?" He offered.

"Oh, no. Thank you for bringing me home, I think I'll manage from here. I had fun tonight, Felix, we will have to hang out some other time." Her bright smile woke him up a little more and he exited the vehicle, holding open the door for her once more. She took his offered hand and climbed out, she didn't look back at him till her door was open, she gave a wave and he returned it before she entered her building.

Felix sighed and settled into his seat. "The apartment please, Gregory." He closed his eyes and really debated on Allegra's burner phone idea, he really wished to talk to Bridgette every day.