So far I was hiding well, I had chosen the triangle for the percussion instrument and had avoided projecting in the group singing exercises but now I was getting concerned, everyone was getting a random song assigned to them which they then had to sing solo. There had been a few surprises, Adrien was of course as perfect as expected but Sabrina's talent had been unexpected. "Marrinette, you will be singing 'can't stop the feeling' by Justin Timberlake."

Swallowing, I by passed the lyric sheet the teacher was holding out and stepped onto the raised platform we were using as a stage. As soon as the music started playing, all the anxiety faded, I was in my zone and nothing could take away from that. Relaxing I grabbed the mic and started singing the words spilled forth and I automatically started to swing my hips to the rhythm.

As soon as I finished I remembered where I was and opening my eyes, I wasn't really sure when I had shut them, peered around to judge peoples reactions. "Marrinette! Why didn't you tell me you sing like that? You could give Ladybug a run for her money with that set of pipes!"

Adrien's words caused a red flush to work its way up my neck, cringing I shoved the mic back in the stand and sprinted out of the room. Blazing a trail down corridors as I tried to evade the well meaning people complimenting my singing.

xxx (Adrien's pov) xxx

Sighing as I made my way home, I contemplated Marrinette's reaction to singing in class today, she really did have a stunning voice but as usual she was too shy to appreciate other peoples compliments. A flash a red and black caught my attention and whipping round I was half expecting to see Ladybug standing there. I was disappointed to see it was a poster, I was about to keep walking when the word 'Ladybug' caught my attention. Pausing to read the poster I felt a thrill run through me, this was perfect. Snapping a picture I raced home. I had to tell Plagg about this, he was going to flip for sure, but it would be so worth it if I could go.

As soon as I found the dark haired body guard I yanked him up to my room and showed him the picture, "what the...okay and you want to what? Enter? No way, too many risks, and do you even know how to dance?"

"Sure I do, and I know its risky but I had an idea for a solution to that..."

"Oh really and what would that be?"

"Go in disguise, duh!"

"Right like that is going to work. Although...you know that might actually work...so you really want to?"

"Yes!"

"Okay then, any idea what you want your disguise to be?"

"Yep I have the purr-fect idea!"

xxx xxx

I could now say I understood with complete clarity exactly why Ladybug hid her identity, it was a heady feeling to pass completely unseen. Bouncing on the balls of my feet, I waited impatiently outside the dance studio for my turn to audition, for my place as Ladybug's full time back up dancer/ singer. I so desperately wanted it. When I entered the room for my turn I was surprised to see the little old man sitting next to Ladybug.

"Okay...Chat noir?" At my nod he continued "take it away."

The music I chose was Ladybug's own self proclaimed favourite 'titanium' and I sung along as I danced myself to near exhaustion. When the last beat finished they sent me on my way with a polite "if you write your number here, we'll call when we've made our decision."

Plodding out to the car and the waiting Plagg, I couldn't help but wish and pray I would get the part.

xxx (Marrinette pov) xxx

Sighing I was so relived the auditions were finally over, it had been beyond stressful. I didn't even think I needed a partner, but it would be nice to have someone to share the stage with. Over the course of the whole day, the best option I could see had been the blond boy who came in dressed in black leather with a black mask on. The mask suggested he either had something to hide or was smart enough to conceal his identity to prevent himself being mobbed with fans if he became a big hit. There had been a few others that had worn masks but they hadn't pulled them off half as well, nor been as good at singing and dancing.

There had been a few other good options but the black clad cat themed dancer seemed the best option so far. Turning to Fu I said "Chat Noir looks to be our best option so far, what do you think?"

"Yes he does seem like the best candidate, shall we give him a call?"

"I guess so." Scooping up the sheet of numbers I searched for Chat Noir's. When I finally spotted his name I was surprised to find I recognised it, as I tried to place where I had seen the number before, I typed it in and the suggested contact for Adrien popped up. Frowning I pressed call, I listened to the phone ring and ring, before finally..."hello?"

Chewing my lip I replied "hello, is this Chat Noir?"

"Oh yes, is this about the audition?"

Now I was wondering why Chat Noir had Adrien's phone, unless... comparing the two physically in my head I smiled when the pair came up a perfect match, clearing my throat slightly I continued "Yes, and I am pleased to tell you, you got the job..."

"YES!"

Grinning at his sheer enthusiasm, I said "You start Saturday, there is a gig tomorrow however it already has back up dancers. You are welcome to attend and watch if you want?"

"Sure thing...oh wait what time? I have school tomorrow..."

"5pm chaton, its being held at Le Grande Paris Hotel. So i'll see you there?"

"De-fur-nitely princess."

"Good see you then Chat." Hanging up I turned to Fu and said "all set, he is going to come to tomorrows gig to get a feel for working with me and then can join in on the concert at the football stadium on Saturday."

"Good, then I shall see you tomorrow Marrinette."

"See ya Fu." Bouncing to my feet I exited the dance studio feeling better about my day, my Adrien was going to be working with me. A giddy smile stretched across my face. When I found Tiki, reading a magazine and munching on a cookie from my parents bakery, in the foyer I said "hey Tiki, want to go shopping?"

Looking surprised she said "sure thing, are we going like this or as our less conspicuous selves?"

"You know what, I feel like doing some free advertising for some of my favourite boutiques. Lets go as is."

"Okay, lets go shopping my super star friend!"

Grinning at each other we escaped the building and started walking he streets, when my body guards realised I wasn't getting in the car they all scrambled to surround us and prevent us from getting mobbed. Which was a good thing as the second people saw me, it was crazy o'clock as the crowds went nuts. Spotting a small coffee shop I tugged my guards arm and said "I would like to go in there please."

The huge man nodded silently and made his way into the cafe, quickly scoping it out and then beckoned us in. As soon as we entered there were people crowding the windows, trying to peer in as the guards were preventing anyone else from getting in. Smiling I went up to the counter and ordered a medium hot chocolate with cream and sprinkles, Tiki shot me a look and frowning slightly I said "what?"

"You know if you keep eating sweets you're gonna get fat."

"No way, you don't see how much I run."

"You run?"

"Yeah when I'm late to class."

For a second it looked like Tiki was going to maintain her disapproving frown, but then a snort escaped and she was done. Watching Tiki giggle and wheeze as she laughed it didn't take that long before I joined her in her levity. It took the two of us a good few minutes to calm down enough for Tiki to tell the cashier that she wanted the same thing, with out exploding into another fit of laughter. The other customers either looked amazed, shell shocked or both.

Finally paying and taking our drinks to a table, we sat down and sipped our drinks while we quietly chatted, until an excited squeal interrupted us. Turning I saw Alya and Nino coming over, grinning at Tiki I whispered "these are some of my school friends," then speaking just a bit louder as they approach I continued "that is Alya Cesaire, she runs the ladyblog..."

"And this is my boyfriend Nino." Alya cut in, grinning as she introduced her boyfriend to a celebrity, she practically radiated pride.

"Oh, nice to meet you Nino. I'm Ladybug and this is my very best friend Tiki."

"I...I...HI!" Nino flushed looked down appearing very flustered and uncomfortable being in the presence of famous people.

Patting Nino on the back Alya turned to Tiki and said "hi Tiki, nice to meet you. So do you go to all of Ladybug's concerts?"

Snorting Tiki said "what my friend here forgot to tell you is I also double as her assistant so yes I go to every show. Who do you think does her make up and hair?"

Alya grinned, looking like a kid who just got set free in a candy store, as she finally saw the fountain of information Tiki was. Turning to face Nino I patted the chair on the other side of me and said "might as well make your self comfortable, I get the impression this is going to last a while."

Turning an even darker shade of red, the DJ shuffled forwards and promptly tripped over the chair I had gestured for him to sit on. Stumbling to his feet and mumbling apologies Nino made an incredible mess of his words "I sorry so am...sorry am so I...I am sorry so...I am soooooo sorry, I don't norm...usually d...do this I..."

Grinning I said "come on, no need to be embarrassed. You would not believe what an incredible impression of me trying to talk to my crush, you just did."

Tiki grinned and said "yeah that was pretty accurate, but you threw coffee on your crush."

Flushing, I whacked Tiki on the arm and said "one time! Why won't you just let me live it down?"

"Because it is far to funny, thats why!"

"Oh well in that case..." sticking a finger in the cream left on top of my hot chocolate, I wiped it on Tiki's nose. I grinned all the wider at her indigent squawking, as she tried desperately to get me back.

Barely minutes after leaving the coffee shop, the ladyblog got an update. Including some interesting new facts about me, as well as a selfie I took with Alya. Grinning I shrugged and said "well now they know I'm human, and have faults."

xxx (Adrien pov) xxx

Grinning at my phone, I spun happily in my desk chair, marvelling at the fact that I got the job. Quickly writing down the details of the gig tomorrow I tried to wipe the silly grin of my face but it was impossible. The loud 'ping' my computer and phone both made had me swivelling to face the large screen computer, clicking on the internet icon I logged onto the Ladyblog and spotted a new post. Reading the information I was a little doubtful, the Ladybug I knew was so confident, I couldn't picture her as anything but perpetually graceful.

Scrolling further I saw a selfie of Ladybug with Alya and in the background were a laughing Nino and Tiki. Shaking my head I logged off the Ladyblog and spun the chair to face the window, "I wonder what she's doing right now?"

AN: Okay and here is the next chapter I'm sorry its a bit late I got side tracked by a how to train your dragon fanfic I'm writing, but anyway here it is and I hope you enjoyed it. Please review! I love reviews, they make my day.

P.S shout out to all my reviewers, thank you! I love you all so much.

-SL xxx