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Soul Marks	By : Cat_Eyes Category: +M through R > Miraculous LadyBug Views: 2395 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 0
Disclaimer: I do not own Miraculous Ladybug. Miraculous Ladybug is the intellectual property of Thomas Astruc and released by Zag studios. No profit was made writing this story.

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Marinette felt torn. Despite her best intentions, she still harboured feelings for Adrien. However, her fondness for Chat Noir grew. She soon found herself feeling equal amounts of love for both of them.
Adrien wasn't helping. Since last week, he seemed to have been extra attentive, making sure to include her in conversations, seeing that she didn't third wheel Alya and Nino anymore than necessary, and calling out Chloe when she was being mean.
Chat Noir was also being helpful, funny, and a perfect gentleman. Even with Ladybug he was professional and respectful.
'Tikki, what do I do?' she moaned into the pillow on her chaise.
'Poor Marinette,' Tikki commiserated with a gentle smile. 'The boys in your life sure are making things difficult for you.'
Marinette groaned an agreement.
'Think of it like this,' Tikki began. 'Adrien appears to be making an effort to be your friend, yes?'
Marinette nodded, still face down in the pillow.
'So, let him be your friend. There's no law that says you can't. Besides, what you feel for him may not even be romantic love, but rather, platonic love. Since he's the first boy you've ever felt close to, I can see where it got confused, but there is a difference between the two.'
Marinette looked hopefully up at her.
'As for Chat Noir, he is Ladybug's friend and partner. Their relationship is strictly business, but it still relies heavily on trust. As we all know, you can't have trust without friendship, ergo, the relationship between Ladybug and Chat Noir is just like that of Marinette and Adrien. Taking all that into consideration, your way to Chat Noir is now clear of all obstacles. Marinette is free to romantically love Chat Noir,' Tikki cheered.
Marinette tilted her head, brows furrowed. 'But Tikki, Ladybug and Marinette are the same person.'
Tikki grinned devilishly. 'Then, I suggest you let Chat Noir know that before something disastrous happens.'
Marinette blinked. 'You said no one can find out who I really am,' she said, growing irritated.
'Well, I didn't mean your partner,' Tikki said, exasperated. 'That was all on you.'
Marinette gasped, taken aback. 'You never even implied I could tell him. When you said no one, I thought it was an absolute.'
Tikki rubbed her face. 'Ok, maybe I could have been a little clearer. So, let me make it abundantly clear now. You can tell Chat Noir.
'It's not only for the sake of your loved ones that you need to keep quiet, but also for us kwami. Our existence is a secret. Can you imagine what would happen if the authorities knew about us?'
Tikki paused a moment, letting that sink in. 'Chat Noir has a kwami of his own. He knows about us and the dangers that could befall your friends and family. This means he knows how to keep a secret. I know you trust him already, so it's fine if you want to tell him everything and lay this whole business to rest.'
'You're right,' Marinette conceded with a sigh.
She was a little dubious of Tikki's assumption that all she felt for Adrien was platonic love. But, she realised she didn't know him well enough to say it was anything more, either.
That night, after she had washed the dishes, Marinette went back out on her balcony. Chat Noir had made a habit of visiting almost nightly, this last week. She wasn't complaining, she enjoyed spending time with him, and he was always careful not to be seen. Despite her turmoil, she was relieved to see him pogoing over the rooftops and landing before her with a dramatic flair.
'Good evening, Princess,' he said, gallantly, as he took her hand and kissed it.
'Ew,' Marinette retorted, wiping her hand on the seat of her pants.
Chat Noir looked affronted. 'Well, if you're going to be like that, I'll just leave.'
'Don't be so dramatic. Just wipe your mouth before you kiss me.'
Chat Noir's eyes bulged and he blushed.
Marinette, realising what she said, rushed to clarify, 'on my hand. Geez, don't be gross.'
Chat Noir relaxed and chuckled. 'I was about to say, you're moving a little fast, aren't you?'
Marinette crossed her arms and pouted, cheeks blazing. 'If you're going to be like that, you may as well leave, after all.'
Chat Noir raised his hands in surrender. 'Ok, ok. I'm sorry, I won't tease you again. Forgive me?'
Marinette glared from the corner of her eye. 'I suppose I have to, don't I?' she asked, rolling her eyes.
Chat Noir lowered his hands and regarded her with a sombre expression. 'You don't have to do anything,' he said.
Marinette's arms fell to her sides. 'What do you mean?'
Chat Noir stared at his feet. 'With me. Just because we're soulmates, it doesn't give me a free pass to act like a cockhead. So, no, you don't have to forgive me.'
Marinette was speechless.
'Also,' he continued, 'there's something I've been meaning to tell you. But, I don't feel brave enough just yet. Would you mind waiting a little while longer? Not too long, just a few days, I promise.'
Marinette exhaled gustily. 'Actually, there's something I have to tell you too, and I'm not feeling particularly brave tonight, either. Maybe we could do it together,' she suggested.
Chat Noir smiled. 'We'll each make sure the other doesn't chicken out.'
'Exactly. But we can call it "moral support" if we want. It sounds better.'
'It does, indeed. So, does Saturday night work for you?' he asked, looking a little green.
Marinette nodded and smiled, showing a confidence she didn't feel.
'Excellent. Great,' Chat Noir said, nodding along. 'Hey, do you have any more of those cream buns left? Those're awesome.'
Marinette rolled her eyes. 'You only come here for the food,' she teased as she went inside. She returned a short time later with a generously laden tray, leaving a few biscuits on her desk for Tikki as she passed.
She and Chat Noir talked as they ate. She found she had become comfortable in his presence, in and out of her suit. He was always kind and ready to share a laugh. It put her at ease, something he picked up on, judging by his relaxed shoulders and carefree smile.
Marinette was glad they were taking this time to build up their friendship. Too many couples just leapt in because it was expected, and then had a hard time adjusting to their partner's idiosyncrasies. Being soulmates did not guarantee smooth sailing.
Eventually, Chat Noir departed with a promise to return the following night. To her surprise, Marinette was looking forward to it.
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