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On My Way To You

4 Learning about Paris

As Marinette’s feet touched back on to the rooftops in Paris, she saw Chat Noir, Ryuko, and Viperion. 

“Milady, Queenie told us to meet with you. What is happening?” Chat spoke up as he approached Ladybug. Concern written all over his face. She was supposed to be at her aunt and uncle’s farm this week. Why the sudden message from Abeille stating that their leader needed to meet with them.

“I have to tell you all some news. Bunnyx told me, before leaving for my aunt’s farm, of a new Miraculous threat. She also told me that it would be wise to involve the Justice League this time. Right now, our Queen is keeping Superman and other members company. I would like for you to be there with me when I tell them. This way we are all in the know and I only have to say this once. Hopefully.” Ladybug sighed, not liking the fact that she hadn’t had the time up until now to let them know that there was the possibility of more danger happening in another city in the near future.

“You know I will follow you wherever you need me to go, Ladybug.” Viperion approached and put his hand on her shoulder.

“He’s right, hime. You have our complete trust. I will go with you.” Ryuko nodded in agreement.

“Take us to the party, Bug. You already knew my answer before you stepped foot through Kaalki’s portal.” Chat Noir smiled.

Ladybug smiled, relieved to hear the words that she already knew but needed to hear at that moment. “I know that, but I need this to be your choice. Before we go back to the farm, I will tell you what I told Abeille. I leave the choice to you if you reveal your identity to everyone that is there.” The trio nodded their heads.

With that, Ladybug turned back around, “Good. Voyage.”

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As the portal opened back up, Damian stood straighter and gripped his blade tighter. He was still unsure about this whole situation. He knew that this wasn’t a set-up. What he didn’t like was not knowing what was going on, for Marinette to reveal their identities like she did.

Three new figures stepped through the portal before Ladybug reappeared. “Kaalki, dismount,” Marinette’s suit changed once again. She was now in a suit that was a black suit that had red gradient through the shoulders and her hips with black polka dots where her suit was red, and red polka dots where it was black. She wore black boots that came to a point on her thighs with two thick red stripes. With coordinating black gloves that reached mid-bicep, with the same two stripes at the top of her gloves. With her ever present yo-yo, attached to her hip.

They saw a tiny floating white and brown horse appear. Ladybug then reached for her yo-yo, put her hand into the yo-yo and retrieved an apple from her pocket dimension. “Thank you, Kaalki. Here is your apple. Tikki, spots off.” Marinette de-transformed back to her regular clothes. After handing the small red kwami a cookie to regain her strength. Tikki sat down on Marinette’s shoulder, ready to help in any way that she could, if needed.

The little horse kwami bowed. “It was my honor, Guardian.” Kaalki replied before she ate her apple.

“Alright, we can start this now. My name is Ladybug, I am the leader of the Miraculous team and the Grand Guardian. This is Chat Noir, Viperion, and Ryuko. There is one other member that is permanently in our group, but she is the one that is finding more information for us to follow, even as we speak. Her name is Bunnyx.” Marinette then introduced the Kent’s and Wayne’s to the French heroes. Marinette was fully in leader mode. Where she was clearly still unsure about her decision before she left for her other members, Damian could see she was now ready to take charge of the situation.

“Marinette, since when have there been heroes in Paris, and why are we just now hearing about this?” Clark asked, wanting to learn the answer, with everyone else nodding along.

Marinette sighed, scratching the back of her neck. Let it begin, I suppose. “We have been heroes for 8 years now. Chat and I were tasked by the former Grand Guardian to become the chosen holders of the Kwami’s of both Creation,” pointing to herself then pointing to Chat who raised his hand with an awkward hand, “And destruction, the two most powerful miraculous known to exist. We were needed to rescue Nooroo, the kwami of Transmission and Duusu, the kwami of Emotion.” Alfred held Nooroo’s Kwagatama just a little tighter, almost like he was giving Nooroo a hug. Truly sad to hear that his dear old friend was abused like that. 

“A lot of the citizens wanted the Justice League to be called in the beginning. We brought up the argument, that if anyone in the Justice League were to be akumatized everyone in Paris would be dead. With no chance of being revived.”

At this, the man with black and teal dyed hair and a black suit with a deep forest green chest piece that turned lighter green the closer to his abs, Damian remembered him being introduced as Viperion “When you are akumatized whatever negative feelings you had could be magnified. Depending on how strong your feelings were was how difficult the battle was to fight.”

“Chat Noir and I were the only permanent fighters for about a year and a half, though depending on the akuma we were able to get permission from Master Fu, the old guardian, to find a temporary holder for another kwagatama so long as their identity was not compromised, and they were trustworthy. That is how Chat and I decided that we could keep Reine Abeille, Viperion, Ryuko and Bunnyx as permanent heroes once I became Guardian.”

“It took us 5 years for us to defeat our two villains. You see, we were tasked with fighting against the main villain Hawkmoth, known in his everyday life as Gabriel Agreste, who was the one that used Nooroo. He was later on joined by Mayura, or Nathalie Sancoeur, his assistant who used the kwami Duusu, That ended up killing her not long after we defeated her and Hawkmoth. Hawkmoth could create Akuma’s by finding citizens or tourists that were feeling strong negative emotions. While the victim who was akumatized would forget the attack happened, the citizens who were not akumatized could remember everything that happened to them. If we died, every single death, we would remember them. When you witness an attack, that terror sticks with you long after the attacks did. Most of the citizens of Paris are still in therapy to this day.” There was a very audible gasp heard once they found out that death was involved.

Clark had to ask a question that he was now afraid to hear the answer to. “Did you ever die, Mari?”

“Yes, we have all died, in multiple timelines, so many times that we have lost count.” Marinette knew that there was no use hiding that fact from her cousin.

“The night before Chloe and I got on our bus to come here, Bunnyx came to me after Chloe fell asleep to let me know that there was another villain that found another kwagatama that we will need to fight in order to save the kwami and citizens that will be affected by this new threat.” Marinette turned to directly talk to Bruce and his family. “That is where you will come in, Bruce, as it will directly affect Gotham. I, no. We will need to move to your city at least temporarily. I do know that you don’t like other heroes without your knowledge. Whether you want any of us in Gotham, we will be there. You all will have to accept that this involves all of us. It is my responsibility as the guardian to keep the Miraculous safe from harm. That is something that I take very seriously.”

Bruce was quiet for a moment, lost in thought. “Fine, how can we help? Have you thought of a plan?” Not really liking the fact that they were about to have a few more heroes in his city. It was no secret that he wasn’t the biggest fan of magic. Though magic had its uses, it was something that he could not use without risk of losing himself to the darkness that is inside himself.

“How do you feel about hiring a fashion designer to make you and your family a few suits for any upcoming galas that you will be hosting?” Marinette smiled brightly. Looking over towards Tim, Jason, Dick and Damian, giving them a wink when she heard them snicker. “It just so happens that I know of someone that is great with celebrities. She, along with her two business associates, are looking into opening up a new store in Gotham. I do believe that Tim would love to work with her. I could put in a good word for you and your family, if you like.”

“That being said, I would also like to know if, while we are there, we could help you with your nightly patrols? This would help us get to know Gotham a little better while we look for these Miraculi.” Marinette started stuttering just a little after speaking this part of her plan, “B-before you say too much, let me first let you know that, when it comes to patrolling and stopping every day, well, n-night crimes. You take the lead. We will listen to your directions. When it comes to the Miraculous and kwami, that is where you listen to me. Please.”

Bruce walked up to Marinette, putting a hand on her shoulder. He hoped that she took it as a comforting gesture. He was very bad at showing his feelings in general. “Marinette, I would love to hire this fashion designer you are talking about. If you can get me her contact information, I will reach out to her when we get back to Gotham.”

“You just met her, father. Drake is already in possession of her business card. Though, seeing how the fool reacted in the car on the way here. You may have to pry it from his cold, dead fingers. I can help with that if you would like.” Damian smiled, only half joking, while looking directly at his brother whose hands were already clenched up in fists ready to fight Damian. As if the fool could win. 

Marinette’s airy giggle appeared once more. He could get used to hearing her laugh… What? “There will be no need for that, Damian. I have plenty of my business cards in my backpack. I will get one for your father, later.”

Damian gave her a playful pout. “Is there any chance that I can convince you to forget about those extra business cards?” All he got for a reply was an eye roll from Marinette.

“Mari-hime, what is this new threat that Bunnyx has mentioned?” Ryuko spoke up for the first time since they appeared. To Damian, she reminded him of Cass. She was silently observing them, watching to see if there was any threat. She was in a black armored suit with red and gold details swirling throughout her suit. Finally, she had a wakizashi attached to her back. 

“There are many different Miracle boxes scattered around the world. Bunnyx has told me that there is a box that has been another set discovered that is based off of mythical creatures from around the world. We have to find the Banshee Miraculous before it is found. As of now, all I really know is that the Banshee Miraculous has been broken like Duusu was, and it was last seen centuries ago in what is now Gotham. We need to find it before anyone else does. If possible.”

“Well Milady, since we will be moving to Gotham, I suppose I should introduce myself to everyone formally. Plagg, claws in.” As Chat Noir de-transformed, a tall blonde man the same age as Marinette approached everyone, waving at everyone. “Hello, My name is Adrien Agreste, chosen holder of Plagg the kwami of destruction.” He pointed to a small flying black cat sitting on his left shoulder.

“Hey, do you have any Camembert floating around in your yo-yo Pigtails?” Plagg asked Marinette.

“I will get you some shortly, Plagg. Just be patient.” Adrien interjected. Plagg grunted at his chosen’s reply.

“Agreste? Any relation to Gabriel?” Dick spoke up, noticing that he wasn’t the only one that picked up on that detail.

“Yes. There is no easy way around the fact that man was my father. If you could even call him that. I am proud to say that I am nothing like that man.” Adrien admitted. He had no love for that man. What love he had for his father was lost long ago.

“The sins of the father should never put a burden on the son. You were proving your self worthy of the respect that you were given the entire time that you fought against Hawkmoth. It matters not what people were saying about you after the defeat of that monster. You proved them all wrong.” Ryuko spoke up with conviction. “Longg, clear the sky.” Ryuko de-transformed into a young woman that looked similar to Marinette, but with some differences. Where Marinette had an angular face and brilliant blue eyes. With hair that now reached down to her waist. This young woman had a round face and deep chocolate brown eyes, with hair that reached just past her shoulders that was currently in a low ponytail.

She gave everyone a bow. “Hello, my name is Kagami Tsurugi. It is an honor to meet you all.”

“Sass, scales rest.”  Viperion now de-transformed. He was wearing black distressed jeans with a black Kitty Section t-shirt and a teal and black vegan leather jacket, both made by Marinette. He then looked back around to the group still gathered together and gave them a smile and waved. “Hello everyone. My name is Luka Couffaine. Marinette, will you need all of us to move to Gotham?”

Marinette had a thoughtful look at that question. “That’s something that I need to think about a little more. I think, if anything, we would need to buy a house that has six or more rooms. That way, you will be able to visit and feel at home. Something that we can live and train in, preferably. But let’s worry about that a little later.”

They all stood around for another hour talking to one another until it was around 9 pm in Kansas, meaning it was closer to 4 am in Paris. Finally, Marinette and Paris three heroes stood up and bid farewell to everyone. Marinette transformed once again before opening a portal once again to send Adrien, Kagami and Luka back to Paris.

The four heroes were soon back where they met up 4 hours ago. Saying their good nights to each other. As Marinette stepped back through Kaalki’s portal for the final time that night. Relieved to know that a plan was at least starting to form.

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Here is the fourth chapter. I am going to be introducing some new kwami later on in the later story. I have an idea about which kwami I am going to use and name, but I have started a list of legends that I want to borrow from. If you have any suggestions, please feel free to message me. I want to pull from myths from all around the world. This is great fun for me. As always, until next time. Bye!!

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On My Way To You 3

3 Supper with the Families and Breaking the News

After making a quick stop in the kitchen to grab a couple of food storage bowls and filling them each with food and water for Fleur so that she could eat as well. They were finally in the backyard, heading straight for the three picnic tables pushed together for everyone to eat off of, with food all in the center for everyone to pass around. All together, there were about 15 people others aside of Jon, Marinette and Chloe.

“Chloe, Marinette. Let’s introduce you to everyone before we sit and eat.” Uncle Jon spoke up as Marinette and Chloe came to stand next to him and Martha. “Chloe, I would first like to introduce you to my son Clark and his wife Lois Lane-Kent and their sons Conner and Jon, whom you’ve already met. We also have one of Clark’s cousin, Kara Danvers here for a visit.” 

Chloe smiled and shook the hands of everyone, murmuring soft, “Hellos” as she met everyone.

“Next we have Bruce Wayne. His sons you have, thankfully, already met.” Chloe and Marinette shook Bruce’s hand and smiled at Dick, Tim, Jason and Damian. Next to Damian was a young woman with black chin length hair. “Next to Damian is Cassandra Cain and Stephanie Brown, a dear family friend of the Wayne children. Finally, Alfred Pennyworth and Diana Prince.” Diana opted to give the two women each a hug. Feeling an instant camaraderie towards both of the young women.

Marinette glanced at Chloe, giving her a small nod, smiling. “ Bonjour , I am Marinette Dupain-Cheng and this is Chloe Bourgeois. It’s an honor to meet all of you.”

With that, everyone was told to sit down for supper. On one side sat Aunt Martha, Bruce, Diana, Alfred, Marinette, Chloe, Tim, Connor and Jason. On the other side was Uncle Jon, Clark, Lois, Kara, Jon, Damian, Cass, Steph and Dick.

Once everyone filled their plated, and they started eating, Alfred turned to Marinette and Chloe and asked them a question. “Please tell me, Miss Dupain-Cheng, Miss Bourgeois, did the boys treat you well on the drive here?”

“They were very kind and welcoming to us, Mr. Pennyworth. We became very comfortable with them.” Chloe replied gently.

“Please, Miss, call me Alfred. I insist.” Alfred smiled back.

“Only if you call us by our given names. It’s only fair.” Marinette smiled brightly, looking around with a hint of mischief in her eyes. “We talked quite a bit, we got to know each other a little better. It was very surprising that we met up the way we did. I would even go as far as calling it a real miracle.” At this, Marinette looked Alfred right in the eyes and gave a wink. Yes, she knew who he was . Marinette knew that he was one of Nooroo’s wielders. 

“It truly is miraculous, Miss Marinette.” Alfred chuckled, He would have to talk to her later to see if he can’t find out what happened to his old friend. He missed Nooroo very much. It could be a long shot. 

Marinette was looking around the table at everyone. Her eyes landing on Cassandra and Damian signing to one another. Se understood that all the Wayne kids aside from Damian were adopted or wards of Bruce Wayne’s but how was it that Bruce Wayne found the children that looked like they could actually be blood related. Did he go out of his way to look for these children? Or was it just coincidence that they all looked alike?

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After supper, Marinette approached her cousin, Diana, and Bruce. She knew that if she was going to reunite Alfred with Nooroo, then she had to break down and tell her cousin about her past as a superhero. She had a feeling that if her cousin was Superman, and Diana was Wonder Woman, then Bruce Wayne had to be Batman. That meant that she had 3 of the 7 founding members of the Justice League in one place for a whole week. It also was very likely that the entirety of the Wayne family was a part of the Bat fam. I would be hard to be around them for a whole week, without having them all find everything out by the end of the week. This was not how she wanted to break the news to Clark. But if it meant having the Justice League on her side, if, god forbid, there was another Hawkmoth-esque situation that ever came up. Then so be it.

She grabbed Chloe’s arm and dragged her along to go talk to the three older adults. Chloe gave her a questioning look. “I need you to trust me. I will explain to you about my actions later. But we need to talk to Clark about what happened in Paris right now.”

Chloe knew that if Marinette was willing to talk openly about Paris to someone, then it was for a good reason. “I will always trust you, Bug. You have never given me a reason to not put all of my trust in to you. Not after you gave me a second chance like you did.”

“Thank you” replied Marinette. “Clark. We need to talk to you, please. Along with Bruce and Diana if possible. It’s important, at least I think it is.”

“Of course Mari. What do you need?” asked Clark. Concerned that both young women looked uncomfortable all of a sudden.

Marinette sighed deeply. “There is no easy way to say this, Clark, without sounding either crazy or untrustworthy.” Clark started looking even more concerned and confused. 

“I know you, Mari.” Sounding more serious as Marinette continued to look at them with some fear. What the hell was going on? “You have nothing to be scared about from us. I will make sure of it.”

Marinette scoffed. “I wouldn’t be so sure of that, dear cousin. Tell me, Princess Diana of Themyscira.” Marinette looked at Bruce and Diana. Both as confused as her older cousin, but going into defense mode. How did she know, “What you know about Tikki, the Kwami of Creation?”

Diana grew very surprised at this. “Kwamis are Devine, beings of varying ideas and emotions. They also can give powers to humans to be used as heroes. At times, when the universe is in dire need of their help. My own mother was a user of Tikki’s centuries ago. It is said that one of the former rulers of Atlantis, was the holder of the Kwami of Destruction, at the time. How do you know Tikki? There must be great danger if she has made herself known to you. How can we help?”

“Hold it, you know who we are?” Bruce interrupted. “Just who, exactly, are you?”

“I knew that Clark was Superman most of my life.” Marinette smiled at Bruce, “it was a complete guess who you were, Monsieur Batman. I will not tell anyone who you are. I know the importance of keeping certain information to myself. We both will stay quiet.” Marinette turned, raising an eyebrow at Clark. “Though you really should think of a better disguise, seriously, glasses? Before I tell you who we are, would it be too much to ask if Jon and Conner, I know that they can hear us, can gather everyone in the house? I have a feeling it would be better for everyone if I just say this once. I will explain everything once we are with everyone.” She then turned, not waiting for a confirmation on if they wanted a bigger audience or not. To say that there was a lot of confusion and anger on the farm was a huge understatement.

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Once inside, the women were almost attacked by a blade. “Damian, stand down! We will hear them out.” Bruce ordered.

“I promised that I would speak once everyone was here. I despise liars, why would I become one now when I could very likely save the lives of people that might need to be saved later? If telling you stops what I have been told is coming, then I will speak to you all to save the lives of everyone. I don’t want what happened in Paris to happen to more people. The very world that we know is in danger. It's crazy, chaotic but so beautiful to behold. Why would I want it to go through torture when I am able to do something to save it?"

As Marinette spoke, everyone gathered back in the kitchen. Marinette sighed as she looked at Chloe. Knowing that she needed the rest of her team here. It was only right that if she was going to tell their story that she has them with her. “I need the rest of the team here.” The rest of the group that had gathered around the two women protested.  “This is not up for debate. If I am going to tell you the story of how we became a team, then I need them here, it is only fair to my team. Chloe, I’m sorry to bail on you for a moment, but could you stay with them for a moment?” 

“Of course Bug.” Chloe nodded. Chloe used her phone to send a group message to let Adrien, Kagami, and Luka know that they needed to transform because Mari was going to get them. “I hate that it came to this, but I will follow you always.”

“Thank you for your trust in me.” Marinette takes two charms off of her bracelet. They were pretty, yet deceptively plain. One was a horseshoe made out of polished jasper. And another that was a red tiger eye shaped like a butterfly. Taking the butterfly, she cupped it fully within her hand, “ Gǎibiàn Nooroo,” With that the red tiger eye turned into a purple and white jeweled butterfly pin. Marinette walked to Alfred, handing him the pin with a smile on her face. “I Marinette Dupain-Cheng, Grand Guardian of the Miraculous, give you Alfred Pennyworth permission to wield Nooroo the Kwami of Transmission, do you swear to use him for good until the day that I ask for him back?”

Alfred gasped, he then bowed deeply. “This I so swear, Guardian. It would be a great honor to be around my old friend once again.”

Marinette put her hand on Alfred’s shoulder. “Thank you, Alfred. I will tell you why later, but Nooroo needs someone that respects and loves him more than you currently know. What we have to say will directly involve Nooroo.” With that, she turned almond and walked away with the horseshoe now cupped in her hands. “ Gǎibiàn Kaalki.”

Kaalki appeared in front of Marinette, “Guardian, how may I help you?” 

“I need you to bring me to the rest of the team. We will need to bring them here. I have apples for you in Tikki’s pocket dimension. Tikki spots on, Kaalki full gallop. Unify.” With that, Marinette transformed into her Pegabug suit. It was now black with a few red dots scattered around the suit, with a white horse shoe around her neck. Her hair still in a high, slicked-back ponytail. She still had the white front, with Black and white gloves and gradient red and white legs that finished the look. Turning back around to fully face the group once again. “I will be back in roughly 15 minutes, then we can continue our conversation. I leave the choice up to you on if you want to reveal your identity to them, Chlo.”

“How can we trust you?” asked Tim, not so politely.

“You don’t. But the truth is that I’m leaving one very important member of my team behind. If I meant to use this as an opportunity to escape. Then I have told her to come with me.” Marinette sighed, “Voyage.” A portal opened up showing a midnight view from a Parisian rooftop. Marinette walked through the portal as 3 figures approached from a distance.

 As soon as Marinette walked through, the portal closed. “Right, so I guess I should formally introduce myself. Pollen, Buzz on.” Chloe transformed in front of them. She was now wearing a black bodysuit that had a gold and black breastplate, she had gold stripes on both of her biceps and just above her knees. “I am Reine Abeille. Or Queen Bee, if you prefer. I am one of the heroes of Paris.” Knowing that there were going to be a bunch of repeat questions were about to be asked.

“Before you ask, yes, there are heroes in Paris. We have been protectors of Paris for 8 years now. Any other questions can wait until Ladybug comes back with our team.” Chloe spoke with all the confidence that she could gather. For once, she was not all that confident in what she had to do.

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There I think that is a good place to stop for the time being. I am trying to get into the habit of writing at least 500 words a day. so that when I start my new job I will be able to continue posting at least something once a week minimum. That's the goal.

here's a little bit of a background info on the gemstones for the miraculi in this fic. First off I thought it would be an interesting idea for Marinette to make the Miraculous Box into a charm bracelet so that she could keep them on her at all times. There is a meaning for each gemstone that I picked and as each kwami that is needed I will pick a different gemstone for them.

Here are the meanings for Nooroo and Kaalki.

Red Tiger Eye for Nooroo (Insight, confidence, and strength) Marinette wants to build up Nooroo's confidnce and strength after he was abused by Hawkmoth.

Jasper for Kaalki (guidance, balance, and independence)

Translation:

Gǎibiàn (Transform) Mandarin

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On My Way To You 2

2. Getting to know each other better

For the first half hour, the ride was uncomfortably silent. Finally, Tim had had enough of it. He needed to hear more about Chloe and Marinette. Not that he hasn’t sent their names to Barbara to see if she could find any background information on them. “So, where are you two from?” asked Tim. 

Marinette turned back to look at Tim with a slight smile as if to say that she knew what he was doing. “We are both from Paris, France.” she replied while petting the top of her dog’s head. Looking down at the snoozing pup with a smile. “We have been living in Metropolis since we graduated lycée about, your high school, 3 years ago to start our own company with another friend of ours.”

“Okay, Icebreaker questions. I absolutely hate them, but I am still not sure if you aren’t all serial killers, so let’s do this.” Marinette spoke up suddenly, not wanting to be too awkward. “What is one band or musician you would love to party with?”

Jason and Dick spoke together, “Jagged Stone!”

Damian groaned in the driver seat, even as he heard Marinette giggling behind him. “Of course. He’s all they ever listen to. Even Drake is obsessed with Jagged Stone, so much so that they are trying to find a way on to his stylist’s waiting list for custom clothes. Who is it? DMC?”

“Oh! MDC, she’s been his stylist since she was 13.” Marinette said while digging in to her small bag at her side and turning around to give something to Tim. “I will need to get your measurements and talk you about what you like style-wise, but I would be willing to make you some clothes. That goes for all of you.” 

Tim looked at the card in confusion for a moment, then looked back up at Marinette, “You can’t be serious, you are MDC? This can not be real.” Looking at Dick and Jason, he knew that he wasn’t hallucinating, that he just met THE stylist for his favorite singer.

Marinette beamed a smile at Tim, “It’s real. I was planning on publicly announcing my identity in the next two months with Uncle Jagged, since I just graduated from university. Also, partying with Jagged Stone is always ‘Rock ‘n Roll’” Internally laughing at the reactions of the three men sitting beside and behind her; Damn, she should have recorded this.

“Damn, you should have recorded that for me. I could have used that as black mail.” chuckled Damian, finally showing a small yet noticeable smirk while glancing at Marinette.

“Okay, here’s one. Do you have any secret tattoos?” Jason spoke up.

“If we told you, then the tattoos wouldn’t be a secret.” Chloe smirked. “But since you still don’t know us, I will say yes. We have matching tattoos that Marinette designed, we got them with three other friends of ours.”

“Yes,” Marinette added, “we got them after Hawkmoth was defeated by the Miraculous Team 3 years ago. It was healing in an odd way to be feeling some sort of pain without the threat of being akumatized.”

“Paris has heroes and villains?” asked Damian. “Since when, and why, was the rest of the world not told of them?”

“There were a lot of reasons for that, I think. A lot of citizens wanted to call the Justice League for help in the beginning but because of Ladybug’s lucky charm, all the damage and death that could occur during an akuma attack was reversed so that everything was, as it was, before the attack happened. It’s probably a good thing that the Justice League weren’t called in to help. I don’t think the heroes would have had a chance against any akumatized member of the Justice League.” Marinette shivered. Chloe was looking down at her lap, playing with her fingers, remembering the battles they were once in. There was no way to easily forget the horrors they have witnessed personally.

“Okay, let’s change this topic.” Dick didn’t like the sudden somber mood that started showing up in these two women. They had only known each other for a short time, but he had already felt protective over them. “Are there any other languages that you speak aside from French and English?”

Marinette smiled in gratitude to Dick, wanting to keep the mood light. Even though everything in her knew that this conversation was far from over. Considering her own cousin was a part of the Justice League, and he did a very bad job at hiding it, in her opinion. Clark didn’t even know that she had him figured out. 

“My mom is originally from China, she taught me Mandarin. I am also learning Cantonese and Tibetan and ASL.” Marinette replied easily.

“I know ASL, Italian, sarcasm, and fuck around and find out.” replied Chloe, smiling. Really just trying to relax once again. It worked, seeing as everyone in the SUV were laughing loudly. “What are the funniest insults you can come up with or heard? Mine is, ‘Your birth certificate is an apology letter from the condom factory.’”

Jason chuckled, “Nice one. There are a few. ‘You sound like a pizza cutter — all edge and no point.’ or keeping it simple, ‘You’re impossible to underestimate.’”

“To quote the Demon Spawn, ‘You’re not the dumbest person in the world, but you’d better hope they don’t die.’” Tim laughed at that one. “Jason was on the receiving end of that insult. Though, Damian will insult anyone if they start to annoy him too much, which happens a lot more than you think.”

Damian snorted, “It’s not my fault that you make it so easy to insult you. You’re all so dense, light bends around you.”  His reply receiving both laughter from the two girls and a round of 'Hey's' from his brothers.

The laughter kept going, and odd questions were a near constant as they made it in to Kansas and neared the Kent’s farm. They all went from extremely awkward to feeling like they had known each other for years. Which in itself was an odd feeling for Damian. Even at 20, he was a very quiet, reserved man. He was still quick to judge, but with these two women, he felt none of that weariness that he normally does when he first meets someone new. His initial thought of them being gold diggers was already proven wrong. Something that he was truly glad to be wrong about. “Have you thought of a name for your dog yet?” The dog had been so quiet, that you could almost forget that they had an animal in the vehicle.

Marinette hummed, “Fleur,” Upon hearing Marinette speak the dog picked up her head looking directly at Marinette, as if understanding that that was her name. “She is ma petite Fleur. My little Flower.”

“That is a perfect name for her, Mari.” Chloe smiled. 

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It didn’t take long after for them to reach their destination. As everyone got out of the SUV, they were greeted by everyone. Martha Kent walked up to Marinette with her arms wide open. She was glad so see her adopted niece. “Marinette, you’re finally here. I’m so glad to see that you and your friend are safe, dear. Clark told me what happened.”

“Thank you, Aunt Martha. We are glad to finally be here. This is one of my best friends, Chloe.” Marinette smiled as she introduced Chloe to both her aunt and uncle before giving a hug to her Uncle Jonathan.

“Bonjour, Monsieur and Madame Kent. Thank you, for inviting me to your beautiful home.” Chloe smiled, holding out her hand. Despite how Chloe acts, she had changed her attitude for the better long ago. She was no longer the spoiled little girl she once was. 

“Oh please, dear, none of that. Almost everyone calls us Ma and Pa Kent. Although you are welcome to call us, Aunt Martha and Uncle Jon or Jonathan. Come, supper is ready, you must be starving. We can introduce you to everyone while we eat.” Grabbing a hold of Chloe, giving her a hug instead of shaking her hand. Making her feel the love that was in the older woman’s heart.

Chloe turned to look at Marinette only to see a tall dark haired man roughly the same age as them run up to her and engulf her friend in a bear hug. “Mari! I missed you.” 

Whoever he was, he had one thing in common with Marinette even now. She was even now seeing the similarity in their demeanor. “Dear lord, there are two sunshine babies.” Chloe let that thought out loud enough for everyone around her to hear. Jason, lets out a surprised laugh. 

Marinette turned around giggling and called to Chloe. “Hey Chlo, come meet my cousin Jon.”

Jon turned around with a big smile on his face. “Hi, I’m Jon Kent, the other sunshine baby in this family. Please let me take your suitcase.” Holding a hand out to Chloe.

“Oh, thank you. Uh, I’m Chloe Bourgeois. It’s very nice to meet you. Sorry about that, I didn’t mean to speak out loud. Shall we go in?” Answered Chloe.

“Of course, follow me.” Jon replied, “Hey Mari, when did you get a dog?” noticing the young dog walking next to his cousin.

Marinette laughed, scratching the back of her head. “I’ve had Fleur for a whopping 5 hours. She’s really the sweetest.”

“I’m sure she is, Short-stack.” Jon teased.

“Hey,” Marinette yelled, “Just because I’m short doesn’t mean I can’t jump up to kick you in the ass! It’s not my fault that you are freakishly tall.”

“Sure, Mari. Whatever you say.” With that, Jon opened the door to let the two women and dog into the house before bringing their suitcases into the house to take them to the room they will be sharing for the week. After showing them where they would be sleeping, Mari left her backpack with the suitcases but grabbed Fleur’s dog food, then they were off on their way to the backyard where there was more than enough room for everyone to sit down to eat.

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Thank you all for the Kudos and the nice reviews. This took a bit longer to write than I intended. I was stuck on what to write, until I looked up some funny introduction questions. I also was trying to not dive too deep into Hawkmoth territory too soon. I had already figured how I wanted to do that, but it won't be for another chapter or two before that subject is fully brought up. I don't know exactly when I will update next, but I hope to update soon. Until Next time, thank you again.

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On My Way To You

1 Finding New Friends

Please let me know if you like this. I had help with the prompt. I hope you like it. Any constructive criticism is appreciated. Thank you.

For the sake of this story, the ages for everyone in the story are listed below.

Marinette: 21 Damian:21 Chloe:21 Tim: 24 Jason: 26 Dick:31

Please also know that there is some swearing. Because, why the hell not.

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Damian was ready to kill his brothers, Why the hell did they think that it was a great idea to take a road trip to Smallville to visit the Kent's for the 4th of July week. Currently, Grayson, Todd, Drake, and Damian were driving from Gotham to Smallville at Grayson’s insistence that they have some family bonding time. Currently, Todd and Grayson were arguing about who would drive the last part of the trip once they stop at the next gas station.

Finally, Damian had enough and lashed out. “Enough of your pointless argument! I will drive. Just to shut you two imbeciles up!”

“I have no problem finishing up the drive, it’s only another 4 hours from here.” replied Dick.

“I have no qualms stabbing you today, Grayson.” threatened Damian. “I will drive the last leg of the trip. That is final.”

Dick sighed while pouting just a little, “Okay, fine. We should come across a gas station with in the next 5 miles. We can switch drivers then.”

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Upon reaching the gas station, they got some snacks and drinks as well as filling their gas tank for the last time before reaching the Kent farm. 

Dick couldn’t help but overhear two young women around Damian’s age talking together, “This is ridiculous, utterly ridiculous, Marinette. Now, how are we going to reach your uncle’s house? I thought luck was always on your side.” a blonde said while rolling her eyes.

“Chloe, we will be fine. Really, luck is with me. I just never said if the luck was always good. Besides, we now have this beautiful girl with us. I would call that a good thing. What should I call her?” replies a slightly shorter bluenette, sounding exasperated at best. Trying to use her new dog as a subject change, knowing that it likely would not stop Chloe from continuing on her tirade.

Chloe let out a small laugh, “I don’t care what you name the dog, so long as it’s not a foolish name. But really, we need to figure out how we can contact someone to see if they can come and pick us up.”

Dick decided to approach them to see if he could be of some assistance. He would just deal with any backlash from his brothers later if there was any. “Excuse me ladies, I didn’t mean to overhear your conversation, but is there anyway that I could be any help to you?”

Both young women turned to look at him. Two sets of sky blue eyes sized him up for a moment before the dark haired woman smiled before answering him. “Hello, We are trying to get to my uncle’s house, but the bus we were on broke down a mile and a half away from here. I tried to get a hold of my aunt and uncle at their house, but I couldn’t reach them. I would call my older cousin, but my phone is now dead.” 

“Where exactly are you headed? Maybe I can convince my brother to at the very least get you closer to your destination, if that is what you would like.” Dick offered. Not liking the idea of leaving these two women alone without at least offering to help them.

Chloe scoffed, “How do we know that you won’t kill us and throw our bodies in a ditch?”

Dick chuckled, glad to know that they at least had some sense of self-preservation. “Miss, if you would like, I can give you my phone and the number of my local police chief. My name is Richard Grayson, but you can call me Dick.” He offered them his hand.

The bluenette gave him a smile that seemed to light up the sky. “Hello Richard. My name is Marinette, and this is my best friend, Chloe. We were on our way to Smallville to visit my dad’s adoptive aunt and uncle for the holiday. Like I said, I would call my cousin Clark, but currently I can’t until I am able to charge my phone at the very least.”

Dick paused for a minute after hearing this new information, “Clark Kent?”

Marinette looked surprised. “Yes, do you know him personally?” starting to get a little more suspicious.

“Actually, I know him pretty well. Clark and my father figure are pretty good friends. If you would like to call him, I will let you use my phone to let him know where you are.” Dick smiles with understanding. “At the very least, let him know where you are so that Ma Kent won’t worry as much.”

Chloe and Marinette look at each other as if they are having a silent conversation, after a moment they turn their gazes back towards Dick. “I would love to call my cousin if I can, please.” Marinette replied, sounding relieved.

Dick smiled at them, "Please follow me." Dick takes them to the SUV, where his brothers were waiting for him.

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Jason was the first to notice him, “There you are, Dickhead. We need to get going if we want to get to the farm in time for supper.” 

Dick grunted in acknowledgement as he reaches in to his bag in front of his seat for his phone. “Give me a minute, I need to make a phone call for these two ladies” he replies pointing to Chloe and Marinette who were hanging back, still a little unsure if they can trust these men.

Dick made the call to Clark and then handed the phone to Marinette. “Here, let him know where you are.”

Jason and the others looked at Dick, ‘What was happening here?’

Marinette put the phone on speaker,” Hello Dick, is everything alright? You haven’t had any problem with the drive, have you?”

“Clark, this is Marinette. We had a bit of an issue with our bus, and we ran into Richard and his brothers. Dick offered us a ride to get to the farm, but I would like to know if you trust them first before we make the decision to let them drive us to Smallville with them.”

“Each one of these men are very reliable. You may be in for an interesting trip, they can get a bit rowdy. Can you hand the phone over to Dick, I need to talk to him.”

Marinette giggled, walking closer to Dick and his brothers,“ It’s been on speakerphone, Clark. Here they are.”

“I would really appreciate it if you could bring Marinette and her friend with you. From what her parents have told me, she needs this vacation more than you do. I don’t know what is going on there, but I want to see my little Mari happy and relaxed once again.”

Not leaving any room for argument, Dick made the decision for the rest of his brothers, “We have enough room for them and their dog. We will see you all around 5. Has B Arrived yet?”

“Bruce and the rest of your family just arrived. I will let him know what you are doing for me, and we will see you all around 5. Thank you all for doing this, boys.”

After hanging up the phone, Dick started introductions, “Marinette and Chloe, let me introduce you to my three brothers, Jason Todd, Tim Drake and Damian Wayne.” Wanting to see how they would react to their last names. Jason waved with a hint of a smile. Tim as usual looked like he was ready to fall asleep standing up, all the same he gave them a huge smile and waved. Damian not at all happy with the situation at all crossed his arms, rolling his eyes. Just his luck, he would have to drive two gold diggers for the next 4 hours and listen to their dumb question. Grayson is going to pay for this.

Chloe barked out a full-fledged laugh. “Utterly ridiculous, Marinette. How do you always end up as a magnet for the rich and famous. It’s like your catnip!”

Marinette started blushing, “Excuse me, but I don’t fully recognize any of those names. Should I know who they are?”

Chloe scoffed, “Of course you should know who they are. These are the sons of Bruce Wayne, one of the CEO’s of Wayne Industries. Tim over there is the second CEO.”

Marinette stared blankly for a moment, then smiled, “Oh! The company that is trying to make that bulletproof fabric, I would love to see how it is made, not to mention I would love to see if I could make it into a wearable suit. It’s very nice to meet you all. My name is Marinette Dupain-Cheng and this is my best friend, Chloe Bourgeois.”

“Well, we should get back on the road,” Dick replied, while he took both suitcases from Marinette and Chloe, so he could place them with the rest of their luggage. As he reached for Marinette’s backpack, she shook her head.

“No, thank you, I will keep this with me. There is room for the dog, right?” Pointing to a young black lab no older than a year old.

“We have plenty of room for all three of you. What is the dog’s name?”

“I just got her a few houses down, her owners were selling her. I haven’t found a name for her yet. They gave me her stuff and some food.” replied Marinette.

Damian finally approached the girls and bent down to pet the dog. “Hi girl, would you like to go for a ride with us?” The dog wagged her tail and licked his hand, getting ready to jump into the back seat of the large SUV.

“Well let’s get in, would one of you like to get into the passenger seat? Damian, do you still want to drive?” Asked Tim, ready to get back on the road.

Chloe sat in the front seat next to Damian. Marinette sat right behind Damian with Jason and her dog. Which left Dick and Tim in the third row, as expected Tim looked like he was about to fall asleep.

Everyone was unsure about how this trip would go, but one thing was certain. This trip just got a little more interesting.

Marinette smiled as she looked directly at Chloe. “Looks like luck is still on my side, Chlo.” Chloe started laughing once again. Leave it to Marinette to focus on the bright side of life.

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AN: Hello everyone! I have not written a story since I graduated from high school. So let’s just say close to 20 years. I want to get back into it. Please excuse any errors in my writing. I do not have a beta reader.

Also, I would like to thank Izanae for the writing prompt. If you haven’t read any of her stories, you really should. They are very good. No lying to yourself please Izzy. They truly are.

Fun fact, I had every intention to make this a one shot. I don't think that is the case anymore. I hope to have another chapter out next week.

Until next time, everyone!

#batman #miraculous ladybug #damian wayne #marinette dupain cheng #maribat #daminette