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Chapter 3

Disclaimer: I do not own the series Miraculous Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir. No copyright intended. I do own the story line, because I made that all up with my brain.

*Ring. Ring*

It's now a Thursday. Luka and I have been dating for about 3 weeks now and currently I am in the middle of an English lesson when my phone started ringing much to the teacher's annoyance. It's not like I meant to disrupt her class.

"I thought I told everyone no cell phones in class. Find out who it is, please then come up front." Ms. Bustier said to the class. I find my phone and silence it, reading the screen, showing my mom is calling.

I nervously rise from my seat. "Of course it's her phone that's disrupting the whole class. Some of us are trying to learn Marinette Dupain-Cheng. Ridiculous, utterly ridiculous." Chloe complains as usual.

"Sorry ma'am, it's my mother calling." I explained.

"Oh well, in that case I will allow you to take the call outside the classroom. Don't be too long, Marinette or you'll miss the lesson." Ms. Bustier said.

I excused myself and went out to the hallway and called my mom back. She picked up on the second ring.

"Marinette?"

"Yes, what is it maman?"

"Darling I know you're in class but I'm going to be coming in to excuse you for the rest of the day. I was able to get you an appointment at 2 o'clock at your doctor's office. I need you to gather your things and meet me outside in 20 minutes." Mom explained.

"Okay." I said, then hung up.

I came back into the classroom and told Ms. Bustier about my mom coming to get me for a doctor's appointment, she sighed.

"Very well. I suppose it can't be helped, go on and gather your things. I'll see you tomorrow morning, Marinette."

I nodded, "Don't worry Ms. B, I'll fill Marinette in on what was missed today later." Alya said, smiling.

I say my thank yous then leave the classroom and descend the school steps to my mom's navy blue little car. She waved to me from the window, I sighed and got in, tossing my school back in the back seat. Mom waited until I had my seatbelt on before we pulled away from the curb. The car ride was silent, only the sound of the pop station on the radio could be heard between us as I looked out the passenger window.

"Oh don't look so glum, Marinette."

I sighed, "I just hope it doesn't hurt."

"It shouldn't, honey, they numb you first before they put it in."

I let out a breath. Yup, today is the day that I will be getting my choice of birth control inserted. Mom and I sat down with the doctor that Monday, Luka and I got together. We got all kinds of pamphlets of many choices of birth control. I chose the rod that goes in your arm, thinking that might be the best choice. Every woman is different but I hear some have few to no periods at all and hey that sounds good to me, it lasts up to three years. Figure it'll take care of that issue and put my parent's minds and Anarka's mind at ease. Ankara was actually pretty cool with the news of Luka and I dating, like he said. She has rules though and she's a bit more out there than my parents. Like telling Luka to put a sock on his door handle if we're going to do anything, she'd rather that, than accidently walk in on us.

She told him that after the fact of her walking in on us making out the other day, she was bringing him his laundry when she caught us. She muttered something under her breath then came back and tossed Luka some condoms, telling him she's too young to be a grandmother and to have some damn sense. She told us if we're to do anything, we should do it at her place rather than go to some cheap motel or be creative elsewhere as she put it. She even had some conversations with me about her first experience and though she's not all for us jumping in bed together right away, she just wants us to be prepared. She is so much cooler than my parents about this, she has a way of not making it extremely awkward.

Whereas my father goes berserk at even the mention of it, he mainly had mom do all the talking that night. Their rules are similar to Anarka's but dad wants my door left open at all times, mom told him that was ridiculous and as a young woman I need my privacy. Needless to say a fight broke out between them and Luka and I snuck out and went to his place.

"Oh joy." I said, sarcastically.

Mom sighed then continued driving, turning the radio up to drown out the silence. My phone chimed, I jumped a little at the sudden vibration and took my phone out. A message from Luka, I added the two heart emoji next to his name.

Luka: Jules told me your mom took you out of class

Delivered: 1:45pm

Marinette: Yup. On my way to get some foreign object in my arm. Joy

Delivered: 1:45pm

Luka: Ow. Sounds like it'll hurt

Delivered: 1:46pm

Marinette: Mom said they are supposed to numb me first

Delivered: 1:46pm

Luka: That's good. Let me know when you're done getting it

Delivered: 1:46pm

Marinette: Yes sir *salute emoji*

Delivered: 1:47pm

Luka: Lol, my funny girl. I love you *kiss emoji*

Delivered: 1:48pm

Marinette: *10 kiss emoji*

Delivered: 1:48pm

I looked up from my phone to see mom pulling into the doctor's office driveway. I sighed and locked my phone, putting it in my hoodie pocket. I'm wearing blue jeans, pink converse, a pink blouse and Luka's hoodie that I stole from him one night. That he may or may not ever get back. Mom and I go to the waiting room, I slump in a chair waiting for my name to be called as mom checks me in. We only waited about 15 minutes and I got called back. The nurse led me to a room and told me to lay down and extend my left arm and to keep very still. Mom was at my other side, holding my hand, as the nurse and doctor numbed up my arm. The nurse grabbed what looked like a gun and put the birth control rod in place, my eyes widened a bit. Oh I hope I don't feel that.

"You might feel some pressure, hon." She said as she helped the doctor position it.

I couldn't watch, I looked away as they did it and squeezed my moms hand as I felt it go in, like I've been hit with a BB gun bullet.

"There, all done. Easy peasy. You might bruise for a few days, that's normal. If you have any questions or anything, please feel free to call us." The doctor told me before she and the nurse made her leave.

I sit up slowly and shimmy my arm back through the hoodie's arm sleeve, I wince a little and mom comes over to help me. We then leave the office and head on home. Mom tells me to keep myself hydrated as she goes down to help dad with the bakery. I nod then head up to my room and plop on my bed.

"Are you okay, Marinette?" Tikki asks.

"Never better." I grumbled.

I sighed, reaching for my phone to text Luka.

Marinette: All good

Delivered: 2:38pm

Luka: You got the birth control okay? No problems?

Delivered: 2:40pm

Marinette: Some bruising other than that, no. You're free to deflower me whenever you wish now, lol

Delivered: 2:40pm

Luka: Tempting. I might take you up on that *wink emoji*

Delivered: 2:43pm

I mentally slap myself, why did I even say that? Oh gods, who knows what he's thinking now. But messing with him is too much fun. I giggle to myself as my face heats with blush.

Luka: Where are you now?"

Delivered: 2:45pm

Marinette: Home, in my bed all alone, missing you *sad face emoji*

Delivered: 2:45pm

Luka: I can fix that

Delivered: 2:46pm

I sigh and set my phone down, grabbing my water bottle and taking a sip then setting it back on my night stand. I then groaned as I kicked off my shoes and shimmied out of my pants, taking Luka's hoodie off for a minute to take my pink blouse off. I opted for some maroon tank top and shorts pajama set, put Luka's hoodie back on and I grabbed my laptop off my desk then climbed my way back up the ladder to play in bed. I then opened up StreamFlix, finding a random movie to watch. The sound of footsteps climbing my ladder caught my attention away from the screen, I caught a glimpse of black hair with teal dyed tips and smiled instantly. Luka came up the rest of the way, guitar strapped to his back. I climbed down the stairs to greet him.

"Not that I don't love seeing you, I thought Kitty Section had practice today." I said , wrapping my arms around his neck.

"How could I focus when my girl got a boo boo and misses me?" He said, kissing my forehead.

"Well when you put it that way." I said, smiling, standing on my tippy toes.

He lifts me up and kisses me, "I could always come with you. It's nothing horrible, mom just told me to stay hydrated." I explained after our kiss broke.

"But you're in your jammies." He noted, I laughed.

"I can easily change."

He nodded, "Alright."

A moment's silence passed between us until I called his name, "Turn around, perv." I teased.

He reluctantly turned around and I sighed, getting out of my pajamas and tossing them aside, leaving me in my pink bra and panties set that had a black lace trim, then I heard Luka clear his throat.

"Uh Mari, you forgot about-" He trailed off pointing to the floor length mirror where he can see everything.

I blushed hard at not realizing that and grabbed my shirt from the floor but instead of shying away, I took a bolder approach.

"What? Don't like what you see?" I teased which made him turn around.

I then slowly walked over to him, fully aware that his eyes remained glued to my body. I wrapped my arms around his neck and got on my tip toes so I could reach his ear. I trailed a finger along his jaw line.

"Take a picture, baby, it'll last longer." I whispered, then kissed his cheek and laughed as I got down on flat feet.

I turned around to grab my clothes to finish dressing, leaving him there all dumbfounded. I just pulled my pants back up and buttoned when I smirked, realizing I've rendered him speechless. I didn't think my messing with him would really mess with him. I watched him clench his jaw.

"Luka are you okay? I'm sorry, I was only playing around-" I started to say concerned but was interrupted with him pulling me to him, kissing me.

He kissed me roughly, not the usual gentle way he kissed me, no this was different. We nearly knock over the mirror when he lifts me up, setting me on my sink counter, my legs wrapping around him.

"Why take a damn picture when you're right in front of me."

My fingers grip on to his hair as we hold each other tightly, kissing fiercely. I have to say I don't mind how rough he is being right now, I can feel it turn me on. My stomach is twisting in knots and I can feel myself getting wet. Oh gods. I bit his bottom lip and I know that's a turn on for him and he growls in response.

"Luka." I say, not meaning to sound as breathless as it came out.

"I love it when you say my name like that." he murmurs as he kisses down my neck.

"Luka, we'll miss the band practice." I say trying not to focus on how good his lips feel on the sensitive spot on my neck.

"Fuck practice." He said as his hands roamed my body, fingers brushing my bra then squeezing lightly.

The feel of his touch is intoxicating, clouding my better judgment. "Luka."

He growls then stops himself and gets up, helping me to my feet. "I'll meet you downstairs."

He gives me a quick kiss on my cheek then leaves, I release the breath I've been holding. Once I get my bearings, I finish getting dressed and tie my shoes. I yell to my mom that I'm going to Luka's to watch band practice. Then I go downstairs where Luka is waiting for me. I go outside and sure enough, there he is leaning against his bike, ready to hand me the spare helmet.

"Mari, I'm sorry about what happened back there. I didn't mean to get too rough with you."

I bit my lip, "There's nothing really to be sorry for." I muttered.

A slow smirk spread across his face, "Did I hear that right? Did little-miss-innocent Marinette admit that she likes it a little rough?"

I pouted and smacked his arm, "Only with you, jerk. I'm not as innocent as you think."

He smirked, "Clearly. You, my love, are every man's dream and I get to have you all to myself."

I blinked, confused for a moment at what he meant but didn't have time to ask as he started up the bike. I sighed and put my helmet on then got on the back and wrapped my arms around him like always. This is starting to become easier for me, it's almost like second nature now. We get to the boat house in no time and make our way on deck, most of the band is already there.

"About time you showed up. I was beginning to think you'd stand us up." Juleka said to her brother, irritated.

"Sorry Jules, I'm here now so let's get started." He shrugged, kissed my hand before he left to go to the stage.

I sat over on the blue couch with Alya and Kagami was on the orange one with Mylene as we watched the band tune up their instruments. I kicked off my shoes and set them to the side as I lounged, enjoying the afternoon sun in my face. I sighed, getting lost in thought as I watched Luka. I noticed how every muscle worked, watched his biceps flex and he adjusted the guitar's position. He was just wearing a black t-shirt, with the sleeves rolled up after all. I want to see him shirtless, I bet it's amazing with that sun-kissed skin of his. I watch his fingers tune the guitar, I bite my lip wondering what else those expert fingers can do and suddenly the need to have his hands on me takes hold of my subconscious.

"Marinette." Alya called, I blinked and turned to her.

"Okay, girl, you have to tell me what's going on."

"W-what do you mean? Nothing is going on. Absolutely nothing."

She rolled her eyes, "Please, you were literally just eye fucking Luka." She whispered so the others wouldn't hear. But from the look on Luka's face since he's nearest to us, he heard her. Just great.

I gasped at her, "I was not!" I protested.

"Shhh, keep it down unless you want everyone to know you were totally just drooling over your boyfriend." She teased.

I pouted, "Hey, he's mine to drool over."

She laughed, "Alright, I'll give you that. Wait.. have you two, ya know?"

I blushed, "No, no way, not yet anyways. Made out plenty of times but that, no. I feel too awkward."

"You are awkward, girl, but that's why we love you."

"Gee thanks." I muttered.

She bumped my shoulder, "What's bothering you so much about it?"

I sighed, "Besides the fact that I have no idea what I'm doing."

Alya shrugged, "So? You go based on feeling, the rest will figure itself out."

"But what if I mess up? What if I'm no good at it?" I whisper.

She scuffed, "Mari, you're a virgin, of course you're not going to be good at it the first time. And there's really no way you can mess up with sex, it's not a test. Unless you like crush his dick riding him-"

"Alya!" I yell and Luka clears his throat, is he trying not to laugh?! He heard everything! Ugh, kill me now.

"You are so not helping. I'm done having this conversation with you."

The band started playing and music soon filled the ship, covering our conversation.

"Mari, chill out. It's normal to be nervous about this, get out of your own head. You are way over thinking this when it's really simple."

"Oh yes because losing your virginity is always simple." I grumble sarcastically, lounging on the couch, my back in the corner while my legs are over Alya's lap.

"It is, Mari. You are over complicating this. Luka loves you and you love him, right?"

"Yes."

"Then let your bodies do the talking. Trust me girl, when it finally happens with the right person, you'll feel complete. Like you found your missing half." She said, voice dreamy.

I smiled at the way her gaze looked over at Nino, a look that didn't take a rocket scientist to know that it was love. Nino caught her looking at him and he kissed the air over to her and smiled, she reached out a hand to catch the kiss and put her hand over her heart. I giggled and shook my head.

"What?" She said, looking back at me, smiling.

"You two are so corny." I said between giggles.

"Please like you and Luka don't do things like that." She teased, poking my ribs.

"No we don't." I said laughing.

She tugged at the hoodie sleeve I have on and raised an eyebrow, "Really?"

I pouted and moved my arm away, "So?"

She rolled her eyes and sighed, "So, that's corny too."

I stuck my tongue out at her, "That doesn't count. It smells like him and it's like he's always with me when I wear it. Reminds me I'll never be alone and I'm safe."

"Aw, Mari, that has to be the sweetest thing I've ever heard."

"What's sweet?" Nino asked, walking over to us. Lifting my legs so he can scoot next to Alya.

I hadn't even realized that they are taking a break now, Luka walks over next to me and lifts my back then sits down, letting me lay on him.

"Well this girl right here was doggin on me about us being corny-" Alya began to explain.

"We are not corny." Nino defends, shaking his head.

"You totally are." I said laughing, mimicking the air kiss thing they did, being dramatic about it.

"I'd watch it if I were you. I have access to your feet, Mari." Nino warns getting ready to tickle me.

I withdraw my legs so fast, giggling. I moved to sit up but Luka let me move over to sit on him, back still against the couch arm, my legs over him as I lounge and he sits normally. His left arm wraps around my waist and the other around my legs to keep me from falling. Alya was laughing along with me as I scooted away from Nino and his threatening tickles. I absolutely hate my feet being touched.

"Anyways, I was telling her that she and Luka are corny too and she denied it until I pointed out that stealing his hoodie is corny. She told me that it didn't count because it smells like him and makes her feel so safe and like he's always with her. I swear this girl needs to be protected at all costs. Sweet Marinette." She teased, a hand over her heart.

Luka held me closer and kissed my cheek, "I love you."

Nino chuckled, "Now that's seriously corny."

I pouted and kicked his arm but before I could withdraw my leg, Nino caught it. My eyes widened as he started to tickle my foot through the sock. I wiggled my leg to break free, laughing.

"Nino, c'mon you're gonna make me fall or kick you in the face. Take your pick." I warned, trying not to laugh.

Nino let go and held his hands up in surrender, "Alright, I give."

"So what were you two talking about while we practiced? It looked intent." Luka asked, smirking.

I pouted and narrowed my eyes at him. He knew perfectly well what we were talking about since he heard us. Asshole.

Alya shrugged, "Girl stuff." she said simply.

Nino nodded, "Ah, girl stuff. Like what? Comparing bras?"

I rolled my eyes and shook my head, "You are such a guy Nino."

"Mari, I am a guy."

"Yeah I agree, that's such a misogynistic joke if I ever heard one." Alya said smirking, crossing her arms and giving him that look.

Nino paled, "Alya I was only kidding."

Alya laughed after a bit, "Relax babe, I'm only messing with you."

Nino smiled then relaxed and Alya sighed, "If you must know she was just asking me about birth control, wasn't that right, Mari?"

I looked at her confused, then she gave me a look and I understood, "Y-yeah I-uh had questions about it."

Nino chuckles, "Oh I understand, no sweat Mari. You don't need to be embarrassed about it, I'll help you if you need it too."

"Thanks Nino but I don't think you can help much." I said, giggling.

"Hey just because I'm a guy doesn't mean I'm not an informed guy. Before Alya and I did anything, my mother made me learn the woman's anatomy, watch birthing videos and do research on birth control. It was brutal." He explained, shaking his head.

"You too, huh?" Luka asked, smirking.

Nino nodded, "Oh my god man it was the worst, most awkward hour of my life. The woman didn't let me look away when the baby was being born, she made me watch all of it. I'm telling you, I may not be able to watch my future kids' births because of it."

Luka laughed, understanding settling on his face. I smiled as I remembered Anarka giving him that homework and if he didn't do it, I wasn't allowed to come over and he wasn't allowed to leave other than going to work. He finished it within a day, pulled an all nighter to get it done. She even gave him a paper to answer questions on. I giggled knowing that very paper was put up on their fridge downstairs after she graded it and he got everything right. Luka smiled and kissed me.

"If you two are done, we'd like to get back to rehearsal." Juleka said annoyed.

I purse my lips and hop off the couch, "Mari, don't. Just let her be."Luka told me, but I brushed it off. No, her bad attitude needs to chill.

I huffed and walked over to her as she put the bass strap over her shoulder. She has been moody like this for days, it's like she's annoyed by our presence and it's starting to piss me off.

"Are you okay, Jules?" I asked.

"I'm fine." she grumbled.

I raised my left eyebrow and crossed my arms, "Really?"

"Fine, you want to know? You asked for it. I get you're with my brother and all but do you have to make it so obvious. It's awkward for me. Do you really have to shove your relationship in my face? It's like you two can't spend one minute apart anymore. It's annoying. You can barely keep your hands to yourselves and the sexual tension between you two is disgusting. Just fuck already so we can all move on."

I gasped, shocked at her outburst. I didn't even know how to reply, "Juleka, what the hell? That was uncalled for." Luka said, just as shocked as I am.

She ignored him as she stared at me, anger glowing in her eyes, "What's more, when was the last time you ever came over just to see me? You were my friend first before even knowing I had a brother." She ranted, tears brimming her eyes.

"Juleka, I'm sorry. I didn't think-"

She cut me off, "Exactly. You never do think of anyone but yourself, do you?"

She would have been better off just punching me in the gut then having to hear this verbal slander. Words really do cut deeper than a sword.

"Woah back up Juleka, Marinette is the least selfish person alive. Believe me." Alya said, coming to my side.

The entire group went silent around us, feeling the tension in the air. The guys were muttering about a girl fight and betting on who would win.

Juleka scuffed, "Of course you come to defend her. Yet where were you when she tried telling you the truth about Lila?"

Ouch. I could see the guilt on Alya's face as her irritation died making Juleka roll her eyes.

"Look Mari, I'm not trying to be a bitch-"

Alya snorted, "Could have fooled me."

"Alya, not helping." I said, looking at her, brows furrowed.

I sighed and took a breath, "Jules, I'm sorry I have been a bad friend lately, it wasn't intentional. You have a point, Luka and I are always together, maybe we need to work on finding space in our relationship but that's for us to talk about. I never meant to hurt you by being with him, honest. I'm sorry."

I took Juleka's hands and she nodded, a weight lifted as I thought we reached a peaceful resolve. That is until Alya pushed me back and got in between us, as if she were shielding me.

"No this is bullshit. Mari, you have nothing to apologize for, you finally stopped denying how you feel and you've been the happiest I have ever seen you lately." She said as she turned to me and then she looked back over at Juleka and her whole demeanor changed. Yeah, she's pissed.

"If anything I thought you'd be happy that Luka is with someone he loves, why are you trying to drag them?! Could it be because you're jealous?" Alya challenges, hand on her hip as she rants to Juleka.

Juleka's face flushed, unsure if it's in embarrassment or anger. "I am not jealous."

Alya scoffed, "Please. Yes you are because you want the kind of relationship they have and that's okay. It's what every person wants but what is not okay is for you to put all your frustration on Mari and blame her for it. Maybe you should stop hiding your feelings and just tell her."

I gasped at Alya, I cannot believe she almost outed Juleka like that. In front of everyone. Juleka and Alya just stared at each other, daring the other to say something else. Finally Juleka cracked, let out a frustrated scream and ran off to her bedroom. We all heard the door slam below the deck.

"I'll take that as practice is over for the day." Ivan said, breaking the silence.

Luka sighed, "Yeah. I guess so, sorry about all that everyone."

Nino shrugged, "It's alright, better than cable." He said, attempting a joke.

Adrien sighed and shook his head, "Wrong time, man."

"Right." Nino said, laughing nervously.

Everyone started saying their goodbyes and heading home, leaving only us four still standing on the deck. It was silent for me the whole time though, the only thing I heard was a buzzing in my ear. My eyes glazed as I watched everyone's retreating figures.

I flinched at her touch, "Mari? You okay?"

Alya searched my eyes, my mind still processing everything Juleka just said. Annoying. Disgusting. Selfish. All kept repeating over and over in my mind.

"Mari, you're shaking."

My bottom lip quivered just the slightest and she took that as the okay to hug me. That was it. I broke. I barely even had time to react to get away when it came, enveloping me in darkness.