The Convenient Marriage (MLB Fanfiction) COMPLETE✔

Chapter 11

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Marinette felt like the entire week was a blur. She couldn't convince herself that the events that happened the night prior wasn't actually a dream. The bluenette sipped her hot tea, her blue eyes glowering down at her phone that sat atop the kitchen counter. It almost didn't seem real enough to her that Adrien's contact was added into her phone. The only man Marinette ever had added to her phone was her father. Felix's number was long gone. In fact, Marinette was pretty sure he had changed it.

She wasn't exactly looking forward to the pool party that Alya had insisted for Nino's birthday. But of course, any friend of Adrien's and Alya's was also a friend of hers. Marinette was quite obligated to make it the best that she could, even if that meant having to wake up extra early to let in the plumbers and groundskeepers to set up the pool. It also meant that Marinette had to go shopping for a swimsuit. The bluenette couldn't help but feel a bit concerned. Knowing Alya, Marinette was bound to come out with quite an intricate swimsuit. The thought of strutting around in a bikini in front of both Adrien and Nino, almost made her head spin in vigorous circles. Needless to say, Marinette was a little less than receptive to the idea. This party had better be worth it.

Marinette chewed her bottom lip as her mind began to wander. She had to constantly remind herself that she was boiling noodles, if she didn't pay attention then they'd come out incredibly soggy, and Adrien would have to be forced to consume yet another botched meal.

"Up to an early start, huh?" Adrien spoke, his voice piercing Marinette's train of thought.

"Hm?" Marinette sat up awkwardly, blinking to high heavens as she attempted to straighten herself up. "Oh, yeah. Uh... Alya's throwing a little get together for Nino's birthday." She replied, grabbing her phone and stuffing it into the pocket of her shorts. The blunette chewed her lip, not helping but to notice the pair of shorts and tank top Adrien wore.

"I'm pretty sure Nino's birthday is next week. Is she supposed to be busy?" Adrien asked, walking by the kitchen table to get a good smell of the boiling noodles before eventually deciding to brew a fresh pot of coffee.

Marinette kept her eyes fixated on the table top in front of her. The female nervously picked at the table cloth and shrugged.
"Probably. When it comes to Alya, I can never be too sure of anything..." she murmured, averting her gaze towards the window to keep an eye on the groundwork.

Adrien turned, leaning against the counter and folding his arms.
"I didn't even know we had a pool," he sighed, crossing his legs casually. "But I'm a little worried about who is supposed to pay for all of this."

Marinette slowly stood up, she had begun to feel a little warm, and the steam of the boiling noodles didn't help her situation.
"If they send you a bill, her and I could split it. No biggie."

Adrien began to run his thumb across the underside of his top lip.
"I'm in no way trying to ruin your morning, but I got a text message from Nathalie." Adrien murmured, his gaze shifting to his friend ahead of him.

Marinette perked a brow, turning to face him as he piqued her interest. She would have been lying to herself if she said that she wasn't nervous. Adrien never really mentioned anything pertaining to his life at home unless it involved both of them.
"Oh? And what did she have to say?" The blunette inquired, her heart hammering away in her chest.

Adrien grimaced. He knew Marinette well enough at this point to know when she was growing anxious. He hated to be that kind of guy to cause distress to her, but they were both getting married. These kinds of strenuous activities were expected during situations like these.
"My father and his assistant were able to push some paperwork through. They have our marriage license prepared, so..." his voice trailed off as he pursed his lips.