In case an of you are wondering I dubbed Adrien's bodyguard the Gorilla: Sebastian (Think: The Little Mermaid) Yes I know it's NOT French origin but it means: venerable. Mainly commanding respect based on age, wisdom, noble character and impressive dignity. (Sweet Smile)

DISCLAIMER: I DON'T own any songs Adrien performs here. Enjoy hopefully you understand the songs used.

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Thank you. Glad I have your attention. Normally you would be right...that's my heart alright. But NOT what this story called for.

A soft melody of Jingle Bell Rock vibrates through the peaceful silence of the room. Gentle fingers pease on the keys, emerald green eyes open as he turns to his left smiling sheepishly. Before either occupant opens their mouth, Adrien's cell phone goes off. "Sorry, I'll be right back." He gets up from the piano bench smiles brightly moving to the hallway. Closing his bedroom door, he answers the caller.

Plagg pops out of his white jacket smirking arms crossed. 'Old Gabe away the cats are free to play. The Kid needed this fun. I could sneak to the kitchen for more camembert later too.' The Kwami of Destruction ponders as hiss Kitten chats on.

"Finally I thought I would have to recall you." The semi-pouty voice of Cecilia Roserade rings in his right ear. "Anyway Merry Christmas Eve Adrien." Adrien smirks now hearing her. "Merry Christmas Eve back at you Cherry Blossom. Recalling not a purrblem." The teens laugh wholeheartedly.

"Silly Kitty, you will furever be punny. I called just to check in with-" Cecilia's cut off calmy. "-my father's Spain business trip yea I'm doing alright. Actually better than I have in while." Adrien states blissful deep breath as if coming up from the water.

"OH MY PINK, that's a relief. Well I'll let you get back than, you seriously deserved this break. Tell Nathalie and Sebastian I say Merry Christmas Eve too. They work so diligently it's crazy." The pink-eyed girl states giggling. Adrien laughs softly agreeing.

"Don't worry I will. Please tell Ray, Nancy and Bruce the same for me." Adrien could hear Cecilia snapping her fingers. He smirks "Forget something Cherry Blossom?" He could feel her pout on the end. "Shut up and yea. Do you want some Christmas cookies put away for you?"

As Cecilia asks that question. Deerja is already trying to wrap up the HUGE cookie plate the deers agreed on taken from the kitchen.

Adrien's mouth waters at the thought of Nancy's homemade reindeer and ornament cookes. "Always Cecilia thanks, come by whenever tomorrow. I'll let you get back to your family caroling now." As the two heirs hang up.

Plagg smiles staring hiss Kitten in the eye. "Soooo... Flower Girl will have your cookies. Great for you Kid. Anything cheddar, swiss or more importantly camembert in the mix?" Adrien smirks arms crossed phone held out pointing to Plagg. "You know that Plagg. Cecilia doesn't find it weird I ask for cheese. I'm sure she will have some I could sneak for you."

Plagg hugs Adrien's chest as wide as his black tiny paws can go. Adrien looks down hugging back. "Love you to Plagg. Merry Christmas Plagg." Acid green eyes stare into emerald green ones as he moves off hiss Kitten. "Merry Christmas Adrien." With that Plagg zooms back into hiss hidding place. Adrien enters his bedroom.

"That piece was lovely Adrien." The soft voice of Nathalie Sancoeur is spoken. Her blue eyes move from the piece on the piano to smile at him. Adrien's blushes lightly, rubbing the back of his neck.

"Thank you Nathalie. I still need practice, but I'm thankful you enjoyed it. Cecilia hopes you and Sebastian have a Merry Christmas Eve too." Her black heels click against the floor. Places her left hand gently on Adrien's right shoulder. "Please inform her I say thank you and the same to her. Now Adrien, practice makes perfect yes. Yet do not forget, the arts is meant to express the hidden elements. Which you do succeed, no nesd to be perfect."

Nathalie nods once smiling proudly. Emerald green eyes widden, a blissful smile spilts his face. He hugs Nathalie tightly around the waist. Said caretaker freezes but quickly smiles lovingly hugging her young charge back.

"Perfection is not worth losing one's true self and soul." Nathalie releases the hug holding Adrien at arms' length. Staring him in the eye taking a deep breath. "Adrien I truly wish you have more opportunities YOU choice. But we must deal with the hand were dealt at times."

Adrien's mouth forms from a thin line to small smile. Nathalie releases her hold. Only to shock Adrien leaning in to kiss his forehead. "Merry Christmas Adrien. I know your father wishes you the same."

"Thanks again Nathalie. Want me to perform other song? I have been practicing this one especially for you." Before the ravenette/dash red head can answer Adrien sits down at the bench tapping away happier than before if possible.

Lightly playing Rockabye - Bebe Rexha. As Nathalie listens the melody moves her heart. She gets up from the white couch to sit next to Adrien on the piano bench. Kisses his left temple as he continues to tap the keys. A lone tear escapes Nathalie's left eye. 'Gabriel truly you misunderstand poor Adrien's feelings. I swear Adrien, I will do all in my power to make sure you don't ever feel alone.'

THE END!