Truth or Dare~ A Miraculous Love Story |COMPLETE|

Chapter 11: Marinette

Adrien's POV

I'm not sure how long it's going to take her. She probably still thinks that I don't return her feelings. I mean, I do, but not exactly.

I still have a thing for Ladybug, but Plagg's right. How far has chasing Ladybug gotten me? Nowhere. I need to give Marinette a chance.

I couldn't help but admire way she acted around me, as Chat Noir. If only she wasn't so nervous around me as Adrien.

I'll never forget the way she said I was too good for her. I mean, sure I got fame and money, but in the long run that doesn't matter. I was touched to know that she didn't care about any of that. She thought I was too good of a person for her, when really in that case she's too good for me.

I've been eagerly waiting for her confession that I told her she should go for. I guess she didn't trust Chat enough to follow through. If only she knew that I was Chat...

If she knew I was Chat Noir, she wouldn't have admitted her feelings for me. I wouldn't be anticipating her move. I would still be oblivious at the fact that she has loved me for a while now.

Come to think of it, I would've hurt her. Everyone knows that Chat Noir is in love with Ladybug, therefore I am in love with Ladybug. If she knew that I was in love with Ladybug, I would've hurt her long ago.

But the thing is, I'm not exactly sure how I feel about Ladybug anymore. We'll always have a close relationship, but it may never develop as more than partners fighting against Hawk Moth.

Every time I saw Marinette, a feeling I don't remember feeling around her has overcome me. The feeling I get when I'm with Ladybug. I think I'm kind of falling a little more for Marinette.

I realize all of her amazing qualities every time I see her. She's talented, smart, beautiful inside and out. Those are just a few of the many qualities I admire of her.

She was able to see me as who I am, not for what I am. Now that I'm giving her a chance, I'm starting to see who she is as well.

My thoughts were interrupted when I heard a mumble from behind me. I turned around in my seat, and noticed Marinette sleeping. I couldn't help but smile a little at her.

Remembering that Alya had been at home sick for the past few days, I quietly stood up and made my way to Alya's normal seat. I chuckled to myself as I realized Marinette was sleep talking.

When I saw her shiver slightly, I had an idea. Not sure exactly where the idea came from, but I did it anyway. I took off my white over shirt and put it on her shoulders. I didn't really know what use it would do because it was so light.

She stopped shivering and sighed softly in her sleep. I noticed her smile a little, and it was contagious. I gave her a small smile, and was about to turn my attention to the lecture, but I caught a word she was mumbling.

"Adrien..."

I blushed a little and smiled at her. She was dreaming of me? How cute!

I propped my head on my arm and continued to smile at her. I can't wait for her to finally tell me how she feels. I'm going to make sure that she knows that I'm just as interested in her as she is in me.

"Dude," Nino whispered, looking back at me. "What is it with you and Marinette lately? Are you two secretly dating or something?"

At his words, I blushed. I mean, of course I wouldn't mind calling Marinette my girlfriend, and being called her boyfriend, but I technically shouldn't even know that she has a thing for me yet.

"No..." I whispered back. The look he gave me told me that he didn't believe me one bit. I wouldn't believe myself either. I bet my face was red, maybe as red as Ladybug's suit.

"Riiiiiight." Nino said, eyeing Marinette. He chuckled, and I realized he saw my white over shirt over her shoulders.

"I could say the same about you and Alya." I said. I knew my comeback worked when I saw his face turn a light pink. I smirked and crossed my arms. This situation could work both ways.

Marinette stirred more and finally lifted her head off her arms. She looked around, and noticed me in Alya's seat next to her. With wide eyes, she soon also realized she had my over shirt.

"This must be a dream." She muttered. I chuckled and smiled at her, a light blush over my cheeks. "Don't wake me up..."

"Nope." I told her quietly. "Not a dream."

She turned a deep shade of red and took hold of my white shirt.  She quickly gave it back to me, muttering something that sounded like apologies.

I don't see why she would feel like she should apologize. I'm the one who put my over shirt over her shoulders.

The school bell rang, dismissing us for the day. I sighed as Marinette stood up instantly and left the classroom in a hurry. There goes my chance of walking her home...

"Adrikins!"

I rolled my eyes as Chloe strutted up to me. "Why did you sit with Marinette when you could've sat by me?"

"Sabrina was already there with you, Chlo." I said with no emotion. I didn't want to talk with Chloe, especially when I had a patrol with Ladybug this evening.

"So?" Chloe asked as if it were no problem at all. "She could've moved."

I don't like to admit it, but I didn't really expect anything different from Chloe.

"Anyway," She said, obviously over the fact I didn't sit with her. "We should hang out tomorrow! I know that you have a photoshoot today, so I don't want to bother you."

I didn't want to because I know she's obsessed with me, but not because she likes me. Because she likes me, the model, wealthy and famous. I hated it.

But I can't just leave her. She was my first friend. I didn't return her feelings, but I did consider her a... Semi-friend.

"Sure, why not." I sighed, and she gave me a huge smile.

"So, it's a date?"

"No." I said quickly. "No, we'll hang out as friends."

I didn't really feel bad at seeing her disappointed look because she didn't truly care for me. Not like Marinette did.

"I'll see you tomorrow." I told her. I walked out of the classroom, holding my white over shirt in my arms. I didn't feel like putting it back on at the moment.

I wish I could see her. Marinette had run off so fast I didn't get a chance to explain, though that was probably best. I might've accidentally admitted that I already knew she was crazy for me, and that I was beginning to return her feelings.

Again, I think about Plagg's words. I need to give Marinette a chance. It's time I try harder to move on from Ladybug.