by Chatbugg
Marinette Dupain-Cheng wakes from a coma to a harsh reality: her beloved mother has passed away, and her father is set to marry none other than the queen of their kingdom. Suddenly thrust into the world of courtly expectations, Marinette must engage in a formal courting process, with Adrien Agreste, the queen's top suitor, at the forefront.
One night, Marinette sneaks out and encounters Chat Noir, who introduces her to the persona of Ladybug. Together, they uncover a troubling conspiracy involving akumas—malevolent figures spreading fear and chaos throughout the kingdom. As Ladybug, Marinette bravely confronts these threats while balancing her new courtly responsibilities.
Marinette discovers allies in unexpected places, both within the court and beyond. She learns that bravery and love can emerge from unlikely sources, and that her roles as Marinette Dupain-Cheng and Ladybug are intertwined with her personal growth and the kingdom's fate.
Words: 3178, Chapters: 1/16, Language: English
- Fandoms: Miraculous Ladybug
- Rating: Not Rated
- Warnings: Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings
- Categories: F/M
- Characters: Adrien Agreste | Chat Noir, Marinette Dupain-Cheng | Ladybug
- Relationships: Adrien Agreste | Chat Noir/Marinette Dupain-Cheng | Ladybug
- Additional Tags: Slow Burn, Friends to Lovers, Alternate Universe - Non-Magical, Princes & Princesses