I.S. – Ch01

It started like any typical day in the Agreste Mansion.

For Adrien, it was like any routine day.

Get up at the sound of the alarm, shed his nightly clothes (if he had any), jump in the shower, dress for the day, go downstairs to have a family breakfast with his parents, and then finally head to school where he'll spend majority of his day until coming home. Unless he had his job or after school activities to attend.

Simple and easy to memorize for his day to day schedule, other than his scheduled photoshoots arranged by his mother and father. Not that he doesn't mind participating in the photoshoots for his parent's company. He enjoys his part time job as one of his parent's models. It's small moments that he gets to see his mother and father in their field of passion.

Even though Adrien has enjoyed his youth as a model, thankfully nothing too demanding with his father and mother always around at the photoshoots; he has come to an age where things are preparing to change. Being in his final year of Terminale and only a few more months left until graduation, Adrien is prepared to begin his own path of his desired career. Though he decided that he'll model for his parents one more year to save some extra cash.

As the sun slowly rises for early morning, the high buzzing noise of Adrien's alarm on his iPhone sets off waking the young man from his deepened sleep.

Adrien flips over in bed to shut off the annoying contraption that is his phone and dreading another day. Though he can't complain. Other than another day learning, the bright side of going to school is the ability of seeing his closest friends.

Nino, a beta who is like a brother to him, Alya who is like a sister, a very scary sister for a beta, and Marinette. His favorite person to be around. And how lucky could he be that she was also a ranked omega. Whenever there was a fight or harsh disagreement in class, he was prepared to bring back order like most alphas are accustomed too, but with Marinette being the omega that she is, she was always strong and nurturing. Unlike the alpha's brooding and harshness towards situations that can typically cause the issue to escalate, the omega nature in Marinette always manages to relax the issue before one could or tried to move.

A smile adorns his face as he envisions his raven-haired friend. Ever since convincing his parents to letting him go to public school (mainly convincing his father thanks to the help of his mother), Adrien had always thanked his lucky stars regularly for that opportunity because he got to meet Marinette. Ever since his first day in the rain with her, he felt attached to her. As an alpha, Adrien knows it's not just because Marinette was an omega. There's a connection there somewhere and he's going to find out soon. It's been four years and he's going to finally make his move this year. He'll be eighteen this week and Marinette will be eighteen next month. Then, and only then will he find out if they're destined. Even if they're not, he will make Mari his mate if she'll allow him.

There's no one else he'd be happier with, destined or not. All the times he's wanted to ask her out, Adrien kept holding back until their eighteenth birthday. He could tell that Marinette knew and understood his thoughts on the matter by the way they interacted with each other. The thought that both could or couldn't be destined was nerve wracking but they did their best to not let it affect them too much and get in the way. So, throughout their years of knowing each other, Adrien and Marinette kept it to simple gestures, knowing that each crave certain needs like cuddling and simple petting. Oh, the petting. He loves when Marinette runs her fingers through his hair and scratches behind the areas of his ears…

Adrien clears his throat; he shouldn't let his thoughts on Marinette distract him from his daily routine. Although, if he's being honest with himself, he's confident that he wouldn't mind spending an entire day thinking about Marinette. Her pheromones were always so…pleasant. Alluring? Especially through the years of them getting older.

The young man groans. 'Must not get distracted. Must not get distracted.'

Pushing himself off his bed, Adrien sits up and shoves the bed sheets off around his legs and mid-section and prepares to get ready for the day.

Shuffling across the cold floor of his bedroom, he looks over at his desk to see his lazy, black maine coon cat, stretched out on his side. Fur spread across the flat of his desk's surface as the early sun falls on the cat to show off his sleek black fur as if it were a gleaming gem.

The cat rolls his head, rotating his body until he laid on his back, stretching to reveal a green collar with a small gold bell. Opening one green eye, the cat sees Adrien standing in front of him with his mouth slightly gaped open. He opens his other eye drowsily and offers Adrien a lazy 'meow'.

From his position, Adrien looks at his cat with disbelief as he sees cheese wrappers underneath his body and three by the cat's head.

"Plagg! How the hell do you find the cheese?" Adrien growls as he continues to stare at his lazy pet. His eyes changing to a yellow-green.

"Meow", comes another drowsy response from the cat.

"You know what cheese does to you!"

Plagg's features shift as his mouth moves to a smirk as he stares back into Adrien's eyes.

Adrien's right brow twitched from the response. How on earth did he end up with a cat like Plagg. He'll never know. As well as why this cat of his has a craving for cheese, disgusting smelling ones at that. Adrien will swear that this cat is possessed, specifically when the cat gives him human like expressions.

"You're lucky Mari and mama love you."

Giving Plagg another look, Adrien turns and walks into his bathroom. He swore he heard Plagg give a scoff huff and rolls over as Adrien shut the bathroom door behind him. Heading over to the shower, Adrien rotates the knobs as the warm water pour from the shower head.

Shedding his clothes off, Adrien notices a difference in his body. Nothing uncomfortable, just slightly different from normal. But a good different. Stretching his body, a sudden unfamiliar surge of energy pulses through his entire body when entering in the shower area. He places a hand against the small tiled wall of the shower as he lets the sensation flow through him. Never once since being ranked as an alpha had Adrien experienced such a surge and spark of energy. He would describe it like a tingling feeling but stronger. And boy, was it strong.

Adrien couldn't debate whether it was from the cause of the unexpected surge, but the spark of energy produced an instinctual urge to do something. The thought of standing still made him feel slightly antsy. What that instinctual something is, he's not sure yet, but hopefully it'll make an appearance and help ease that antsy feeling creeping through him.

Pushing the sudden feeling aside, Adrien steps under the shower head and lets the water flow down along his body. The warmth of the water loosening the tiredness and ache from his muscles and bones. Releasing the tension from the previous night's photoshoot of constant poses and stiffness.

The water droplets falling along the curves of his body as if they were soft touches of soothing finger tips against his skin. A small moan vibrates from Adrien's lips as he imagines Marinette's delicate and soft fingers replacing the water droplets. Sending warmth across his aching skin thinking about the young omega love of his. Oh, how he would ravish her with all the love she'd deserve. Bring Marinette back to his room and spend days huddled under the covers where they could cuddle, pet, kiss, and bite –

Adrien releases a groan as the heat in his body moved south, dropping his head against the coolness of the shower's tiled wall. Imagining the love of his life, and hopefully soon to be mate, is really straining on him, mainly below the waist. Another groan escapes through his lips. He really shouldn't be thinking about his adorable classmate like this.

Stupid maturity alpha hormones.

Today is going to be a long first day as a mature alpha.

Descending the stairway from his bedroom, Adrien turns left once reaching the bottom towards the family dining room. Crossing the arch way into the room, Adrien looks over to see his parents sitting at the furthest side of the table near the back.

Walking over, he can see his father sitting at the end of the table, and his mother sitting on his right side. Moving towards the far side, Adrien takes the seat on Gabriel's left side and across his mother. Food of varies breakfast items on plates and bowls set in the middle. The food appeared and smelled delicious. Fresh from the stove or oven as the stems of steam can be seen hovering above the food.

Reaching to gather food and make his meal, his parents greet him.

"Good morning, sweetheart." Came the sweet voice of his omega mother, Monique. Her appearance proper and dressed in her crème colored suit and skirt.

Adrien gave his mother a quick smile in greeting as he continued to gather food on his plate. "Morning, mama."

"Morning, son." The stiff voice of Adrien's alpha father, greeted, dressed to match his wife in a similar crème colored suit. Even with the stiffness of his father's voice, Adrien knew there was no harshness from it. It's just that nature of his father to appear a little cold. But if he thinks about it, that might explain how his father got to where he was today. One thing he's learned growing up, you don't mess with an Agreste.

Turning over to his father, and for the second time this morning, offers his father a smile and greet. "Morning, pére."

Complete with gathering food on his plate, Adrien sets the dish in front of him; oblivious of the look his parents are giving him from the amount of food their son gathered on the single plate.

It's not uncommon for Adrien to eat a big meal. Monique and Gabriel were always aware of their son's food consumption, especially as a growing young man. Even as one of their head models, they kept him under a certain food intake to fit in the clothes for their family's company, but seeing the larger amount than normal accumulated on his plate at the start is startling.

Even as a young alpha, they've seen Adrien's appetite grow and accumulate during certain times of the year, though nothing behavioral wise occurred, thankfully. Just simple hunger growth.

Watching their son's appetite and him eating like a starved animal, Monique reaches her hand across towards Gabriel and pulls on the sleeve of his suit.

Feeling the tug of his suit sleeve, Gabriel leans to the side towards his wife, both parents gaze still on their only son. Once Gabriel became within ear shot, Monique leans towards her husband and whispered lowly for only his ears.

"Dear, I think it's time you gave our son the talk." Her voice whispered in her husband's ear.

Gabriel's eyes bulged and snapped his attention to his wife, his face slightly paling from the thought of such topic to discuss. His wife in return looks at him and gave Gabriel the knowing look of starting the conversation. Her eyes darting back and forth to the direction of their son.

"I am not discussing the sex talk with Adrien." Gabriel hissed in return.

Monique closed her eyes and took a deep breath, exhaling the built-up air through her nose. She opens her eyes and flatly looks at her husband. "I meant the alpha talk, dear." She grounded out through clenched teeth.

"Oh." Her husband replied, relief returning to the older alpha's features. Both taking a deep breath, Monique releases her grip on the man and both return up right in their seat. Mrs. Agreste straightened her back as she rested her hands on the top of the table. Mr. Agreste straighten himself in his seat. Moving his tablet aside, he clasped his hands together and rested them on top of the dining table.

Gabriel raises his right hand against his lips and clears his throat. The motion halting Adrien in his movements and breakfast. The young man looks up to see his parents looking him with comforting smiles. Though, when he looks at his father's smile, it looks pained and full of nervousness. If Adrien didn't sense the importance of the looks that he's receiving from his parents, he would most likely find his father's strained features highly amusing. Hell, he'd probably most likely be laughing since it's not every day he sees his own father with a sense of nervousness. He doesn't even know that it was possible for his father to show nervousness. If anything, his parents are the power couple of the fashion industry. They are feared amongst their competitors and fashion world, but are nice people. Scratch that, they're only nice to people that deserve and have earned it. Adrien internally chuckles as the thought of his parents. If you didn't know his parents well, you'd think Gabriel is the frightening one, but if there was anything to know about the Agreste's, it isn't Gabriel you should fear, even if he can be scary. No, if any of the two, you should fear Monique. As an omega, she can be frightening. She can even put Gabriel to shame in fear if you cross his mother wrong. 'Huh, no wonder people barely threaten them.'

Placing his fork down on the table, Adrien sits up and glances at his awaiting parents. "Yes?"

Taking a deep breath, Gabriel meets his son's eyes. "Before I begin this discussion and certain topic, I need to ask you a question first. I want you to tell me the truth." Gabriel stopped as he watched Adrien closely. Waiting, Adrien gave his father a curt nod and waited for him to continue. Nodding his head, Gabriel continued. "Now that the time has come of the week of your eightieth birthday, I will begin by asking if you have encountered any emotional or physical differences recently."

Adrien audibly gulped. The inkling of knowing where this entire discussion may direct towards causes him to slightly shutter. As parents, the young man understands that it's their duty as a loving mother and father to share their wisdom of the birds and the bees. Of all times, why did it have to come now, when he was turning eighteen in a few days? Besides, Natalie so graciously educated him on such topic when he first started lycée! Albeit the awkwardness that ensued during that time of his life. Nothing against Natalie, none. He's positive it was awkward for her as it was for him.

Knowing it best to get this embarrassing child to parent discussion over with now than later, Adrien begins counting the seconds.

Gulping, Adrien looks to his father and answers the question. Thinking about the new sensation in the shower and intimate feelings, he could say there was a difference. Though would feeling extremely sexual towards your crush consider a difference?

Shaking his head to clear his mind, Adrien says, "Yes. Kind of? It was…interesting. Uh, when I was heading into my shower, I felt this…electricity, I guess is the best way to describe it, and I could feel it pulse through my entire body. It wasn't painful. Actually, it felt good." He glances at his mother where she graces her son with a smile.

Giving a curt nod, Gabriel takes a deep breath and exhales through the nose. Of all things to consider, he no doubtingly never thought he'd end up explaining the alpha talk with his son. Not that it wasn't uncomfortable, but the mere thought of just having to explain to his only son the urges he's going to be experiencing now as a mature alpha was never on his priority list. The things he goes through as a father.

"Alright then." Looking back to his son. "Promise me you'll take the information I give you to heart." Seeing his nod in agreement, Gabe takes the plunge and decides to rip 'the talk' off like a band-aid. "As you are aware, you'll be turning eighteen this week. Which signifies the final stage of maturity; whether it be as an alpha or an omega.

"Now that you have reached maturity, you will now experience the full effect that we as alphas will endure. If you recall from your childhood, your body releases pheromones. Pheromones that allow society to distinguish what rank you fall under. Betas as you are aware don't leak pheromones like alphas and omegas. Yet, we all have our special pheromone that ignites when we meet our 'destined' mate." Now preparing for the important part. "When still a child, including your puberty years as a teen, you notice that your pheromones are naturally mild. But once your body has hit the maturity mark of eighteen you succumb to the full instinctual nature of the alpha. Again, keep in mind the same stages go along with omegas. They experience the same process.

"As for the instinctual urges, you will experience a good and healthy response of wanting sexual needs." That sentence right there made an itch crawl along Adrien's spine. The simple imagery of falling to the urge of sexual needs brings forth slight anxiousness. "In a few days or probably even now, and so on in the future, you will experience a change for three days. After your birthday, you will endure this need once a month. During these three days is when you will experience the full force of sexual desire which we call the rut. When those times arrive, you'll crave of wanting to mate with your desired, well, mate. So, during those three days I encourage longer extracurricular activities that can offer release of that intimate want. And if I must, I have no issue with ordering nude magazines for you to help with the release-"

"Please don't finish that sentence, pére." Adrien quickly urged. "I'm understanding where you were going with that direction."

"Good, good. Second, your eyes will remain golden during your rut cycle, as well as your teeth will elongate out of instinct. So, don't worry with that. Other than the sexual urges, you will more than likely experience a stronger desire to protect and be possessive towards your destined mate. Whenever it is you come across paths with them."

A smile adorns Adrien's face. "What if I already have a feeling of who my destined is?"

Both Gabriel and Monique glanced at Adrien full of curiosity, intrigued on who this mate may be.

"Is that so?" Monique asked, an encouraging smile taking place. "Please, tell us about this special someone."

With his nervous tick, Adrien places his right hand behind his head and rubs his palm along the back of his neck. "Marinette. Marinette Dupain-Cheng." Adrien's cheeks taking on a rosy hue as he slyly grins at his parents. "I'm hoping, well, both Mari and I are eagerly waiting next month to see if were destined."

His mother's smile softens at his claim. "What will you do if you and Marinette aren't destined, sweetheart?"

With sincerity in his eyes and voice, Adrien says, "If Mari and I find out that we're not destined, it won't change how we feel. Mari and I still plan to make it work. We're happy with each other by our side. No one has made me happier than her." His cheeks taking on a stronger rose color. "But there's this feeling that I truly believe we're destined mates. And I can't wait to find out."

"Either way, I'm happy for you. I like Marinette. Even if she weren't an omega, I couldn't wish for a better mate." His mother chuckled. "And I hope this will encourage you to bring her around more often. I always enjoy talking with her."

"I promise I'll bring Mari around more." Adrien promised, holding his right hand over his heart.

"Maybe I can also add another opportunity." Gabriel cut in. "Your mother and I have the next gala scheduled for next month. Perhaps you can invite Marinette along. I'm sure she'd appreciate the close encounter of her favorite passion. Wouldn't you agree?" His father offered him a knowing smirk.

Adrien couldn't have asked for better parents. Yes, they have a demanding profession, but they always support his dreams and desires. He's always known they were fawned of Marinette. But to see them confirm their approval made his heart sore. Adrien was thrilled that Mari will be welcomed in his family. "I think that's an excellent idea, pére. I'll inform Marinette when I see her at school."

"Speaking of school, you better get going. Can't have you being late." His mother informed.

Giving his mother a nod, Adrien says his goodbyes to his parents and runs up to his bedroom to retrieve his backpack.

Grabbing his homework for his classes and books; Adrien gives a quick scratch behind Plagg's ear and exits his bedroom. Shouting another farewell to his parents and Natalie, Adrien exits the Agreste mansion and takes on the walk to school, pushing the morning discussion with his parents in the back of his mind for now.

He doesn't need the information of his alpha maturity getting in the way of him focusing on other things around him. For now, and until the end of school, he'll keep his attention span on his friends and his school's education. Nothing wrong can happen from that.

Coming upon the grand stairway of the front school, Adrien looks along the stairs to see his right-hand man, Nino. In his natural state with earbuds in his ears most likely listening to music or even his own mixes. He must give credit to Nino. That beta sure has an ear to making good music.

Walking up the concrete steps, Nino looks up to the approaching young man and removes his earbuds to greet his best friend.

"Hey, it's my favorite alpha. Morning, bro." Nino greets raising his fist up for his and Adrien's morning fist pump.

With a smile of his own, Adrien returns the morning fist pump with his own as he stands beside his beta friend. "Morning, Nino. Listening to your personal mixes?" Adrien asked.

Wrapping his headphones around his shoulders, Nino places his phone in his back pocket. "Nah, dude. Well, okay, yes. But these are special mixes for my one and only."

One and only. Adrien chuckles as he knew exactly who Nino was referring. Anyone in their current grade knows the bond of one Nino Lahiffe and Alya Césaire. He remembers around the beginning of summer when Nino and Alya both turned eighteen. The special pheromone that every rank owns that stays dormant until coming in contact with your supposed destined. A special pheromone only available and smelt by your destined. Adrien recalls how Nino described how Alya smelt like fresh home breeze and summer. A comfort that easily satisfied and made Nino crave for his mate's presence. It seems that Nino and Alya got lucky that they're destined, even if they've been dating since they were sixteen.

The simple thought makes him wonder what his lovely omega would smell like. Adrien bets Marinette would smell like baked goods and home just like the bakery she lived in. Now that would be a smell that he could enjoy every waking moment to. Curled up under the sheets with his beloved Marinette, spooning her from behind. His nose relaxed into her long, flowing, raven hair that he loved so much. Her hair would be the area that held onto those sweet, sweet aromas of her bakery home. Oh, how he and Mari could –

"Dude!"

Adrien's eyes shot open from Nino's shout to gain his oblivious attention.

Blinking, Adrien looks at Nino. The dark skin young man looking at his best friend with a quizzical stare and one brow raised. First to note, when the heck did he even close his eyes in the first place. Until the previous thoughts came rushing back in his mind making the blond exhale in a huff.

Damn it! Stupid. Maturity. Alpha. Hormones!

"Sorry, bro." Adrien apologized, rubbing his hand behind his head. "Guess I was lost in thought."

Giving Adrien a skeptical glance, recognition soon takes place as a smirk slowly makes way onto Nino's lips. Wiggling his eyebrows at the blond, Nino places a hand on Adrien's shoulder.

"Are you finally going to make your move and ask Mari to be yours, bro?!" A smile full of excitement taking over. "Are you?"

Removing Nino's hand from his shoulder, Adrien could only grin back.

"Alright, calm down, Nino. Yes, I plan on making my move to hopefully make Mari my mate, but you have to refrain from spoiling my chances without giving my plans away. I'm waiting til next month to ask Mari out. When she's eighteen."

"Are you both waiting to see if your both destined?"

Nino watches as Adrien's features soften, offering a simple nod to confirm his friend's question.

"Adrien, bud. You shouldn't have to rely on some special pheromone to inform whether you and Mari are meant to be. You and Mari are better than that. I know for fact that you and Mari are meant to be. No special pheromone can change that. Anyone with eyes can see that you and Mari love each other. So why wait?"

Nino gives Adrien a supportive smile and a soft fist punch against the blond's shoulder. "You worry too much, Adrien. Everything will turn out the way it should be."

A chuckle leaves Adrien's lips, feeling comfort to know he has a friend like Nino. As a beta, Nino can be quite full of wisdom. Even if his friend disses the claim. Adrien felt blessed to have a beta and a friend like him. Nino just knew what to say to help ease the running thoughts in his head.

"Thanks, man. I'm glad you're my voice of reason. But the truth is Mari and I decided to wait til we were both eighteen. I know we could have easily started dating earlier, but we both wanted to wait and see. Either way, I plan on courting Mari if she'll have me."

"You won't have anything to worry about. We all know Mari will say yes. Especially with all those…intimate pleasures." Nino couldn't help the little snicker that escaped his lips.

"They're not that intimate! It's just petting and cuddling!" Adrien argued.

"Ah huh. Yea, sure. I'm sure you both wish they were." Nino teased.

Heat rose in Adrien's face, his cheeks taking on a dark rose color. Of course, he would love for things to be intimate between him and Mari. It wasn't rocket science.

Looking at Nino snickering, Adrien narrowed his eyes and punched his friend's shoulder with force. Feeling the strength behind the hit, Nino hisses and rubs his shoulder to sooth the stinging pain.

"Fuck. I forgot about your alpha strength."

Adrien grins with pride. "Moving on, I'm planning on inviting Mari to be my plus one for my parent's gala next month. I thought it would make a good birthday present."

"She'll enjoy that. Hell, I'm sure no other present will beat that."

It couldn't hurt to start earlier at pleasing your hope to be mate.

"Since you feel so confident, then why don't you tell her now."

Nino points his thumb to the side, signaling Adrien to turn.

Turning his head to his left, Adrien's eyes encounter his favorite beauty in the world, and he will swear to his dying breath that it will forever be his favorite.

Breath hitching like always, Adrien releases a contented sigh as he sees Marinette walking down the sidewalk. Dressed in a simple but fashionable black tank shirt, topped by a rose red jacket, and wearing jean shorts that reach mid-thigh; no doubt made by her. Yet, those wondrous, creamy, soft skinned thighs. Soft, soft skin that he could easily cuddle against at this very moment. The hope that her fingers could join in and comb through his hair as both could relax huddle together. Why couldn't it already be next month!

Coming down the sidewalk, Marinette, accompanied with Alya by her side, make their way towards the school. Another day, but another day with Adrien. The thought of the young man sending joy through her body. She couldn't wait for her birthday next month when her and Adrien plan to make it official. Of course, her and Adrien haven't been technically dating, but with how close they've been through the years, some would easily considerate dating.

The moments where Adrien would come over to her place or her to his, spending their time hanging out, and aiding in their gestures of comfort. It might have been awkward at first when her and Adrien started helping each other with the hidden craving of each other's presence and touch, but it didn't take long for the two to fall in place. Like if it was meant to be for the two to be in sync.

Hopes of being officially bonded to Adrien always plagued her dreams. Two years ago, when she noticed their interactions became closer and revolved around more touch contact, Mari could see the struggle Adrien would have internally. It wasn't difficult to see that Adrien wanted to be closer, to be more than what they had established since the beginning. She wanted the exact same thing that Adrien desired. A partner; one that would cherish and love you for life. There to support you and comfort you through your ups and downs. Yet, the simple negative thought of not being destined always proved stronger as it coursed through both their thoughts and planting the 'what ifs'. But there was hope. There would always be a fifty-fifty chance. And no matter what, she was determined to prove Adrien that she would make a perfect mate whether they were destined or not. Neither her or Adrien would let the universe decide who their mate is or isn't, let it control their happiness. If they wanted happiness, then damn it they'll take their fate into their own hands.

"Girl, it looks like someone is checking you out."

Snapping out of her own reverie of future dreams, Marinette glances over to Alya beside her to see her best friend with a knowing smirk.

'Checking me out?' Alya's sentence floating around in her head.

Seeing Alya gesture to the front of them, Marinette turned her head to see the one gorgeous being a few feet in front of her. The young man of her desires and closest and best friend. Sorry, Alya. She's an amazing friend don't get her wrong, able to support whenever Mari needed, but there's just some things that even a best friend can't beat. And that one thing is standing a few feet away staring at her.

Adrien, watching as she sees his eyes gazing the surface of her body. Heat pooling in her face as Mari stops in place staring back at Adrien. Her cheeks taking a good majority intake of heat and her mind buzzing with the knowledge that her crush is standing there looking at her. It felt…amazing. Felt breathtaking and confident knowing that Adrien, the young man that she agreed with to promise and wait, was frozen in adoration and awe at the sight of her. Oh, how this helped with the confidence booster.

Closely watching his gaze, Adrien's eyes fall to her legs, causing a breathy chuckle to escape through her mouth. Yep, total confidence builder the more Mari watches Adrien admire her form.

"Looks like golden boy really likes what he sees, girl. Maybe you guys will be together sooner than later." Came Alya's voice beside her.

"I already told you, Alya. Adrien and I are waiting til next month-"

"Yes, yes. To see if you and lover over there are destined. I know, you've mentioned it plenty of times over the past, what, four years now." Alya interrupted. "Nino and I still don't understand why you two are letting the special pheromone of your destined get in the way of your happiness. We know you and Adrien would be happy no matter what."

Blowing a puff of air out, Mari explains, "I understand that Alya. Both Adrien and I do. We just wanted to know for sure. I know it wouldn't change anything that we have between us if we weren't destined, but there's always that feeling of 'what ifs' if we weren't, you know. And if he would truly want to be with me even though we aren't meant to be. I understand it's crazy to think this and all, but there's moments where that worry seeps in. You got lucky that you and Nino were destined."

"Mari, listen. No matter what happens, don't let the fear of you and Adrien not being destined destroy your chance at happiness. You know very well that an alpha and omega can still be happy whether they do or not, meet their destined. If you and Adrien are happy, then that's what you should focus on than the 'what ifs'. You got it?" Alya offers her a warm filled smile and places a hand on her shoulder.

Everyday Marinette thanks the universe to giving her a friend like Alya. She truly is the voice of reason when Mari begins to have doubts. Having a strong, fire filled beta as a best friend helps a lot. Though Mari can handle herself quite well, strong even, no doubt about that. It's just nice knowing you have someone by your side who will tackle the world by your side. For that, Mari was thankful to have Alya in her life.

"Thanks for that, Alya. You're right. I shouldn't focus on the 'what ifs'. I'm going to start focusing on the bond that Adrien and I already have and grow from there. Since I'm feeling confident and the way Adrien is looking at me, I guess I should take advantage of it." Marinette said, full confidence radiating from her words.

With a smirk, Alya gives an approving nod. "Now there's my fearless and tough omega. Go show Adrien the omega you are. Make that boy melt."

Picking up their steps again, both ladies walk their way towards the two males. Adrien's eyes still on her figure as Marinette saunters towards him with a gleam in her eyes and heart stopping bright smile.

Clasping her hands together and standing tall in front of Adrien, Marinette looks straight in his eyes with a loving and soft smile. Wait? When did, her smiles look so deviant?

"Good morning, minou. Were you enjoying the view a few seconds ago?"

Who knew Adrien's face could take on a shade of red so quickly.

And boy does Mari enjoy this feeling, seeing him flustered from her presence. Alya's right. Forget about the 'what ifs'. This is what happiness feels like when you're with someone you love.

"I thought we agreed to keep those nicknames private." Adrien grumbled. Those were special nicknames that were only used in a private space, during their time either in his or her room for their cuddle and pet time. Their ears only.

And there it was, the snickering that came from the only other two that were there at this very moment.

Looking over at Alya and Nino, it was clear as day on their faces that they were holding back their laughter. A pout forming on Adrien's face as the two burst out laughing.

"Dude, are you sure you two aren't dating yet? Cause that is undeniably the cutest thing I've heard." Adrien couldn't believe his friend. He felt betrayed.

Taking sympathy on her alpha best friend, Mari moves her right hand and begins running her fingers through the back of Adrien's hair.

Like a snap of the fingers, Adrien forgets the embarrassment of the nickname and relaxes against the magic that is Marinette's fingers. He can let the nicknames slide. It's not that bad anyways the more he thought about it. If it meant having Marinette closer and having her fingers running to soothe him, he'll take that any day of the week.

Until the bell of the school interrupts such blissfulness.

Heaving a sigh and pout from the loss of the petting, Marinette wraps her arms around his left and begins pulling Adrien towards the entrance of the school.

"Come on, Adrien. Let's get to class." Said Marinette.

"Fine." Adrien grumbled.

Leading the way, Alya and Nino follow close behind as the two still snicker from the earlier moment. Who knew two individuals could be so adorable.

Hour passing hour, listening to lectures from the teachers, the half way mark slowly approaches as the lunch time is soon to grasp. Just one more class before being released to enjoy a break and eat with friends.

One class left.

Gym Class.

Soon it'll be lunch time and Adrien can ask Mari to his parent's fashion gala. Perfect.

With the class heading to the locker rooms to change into their gym clothes, when finished, gather in the small gymnasium waiting for the lesson to begin.

Changed and ready to go, Marinette and Alya stand by the side of one of the gym's wall. Talking and waiting for the boys to exit the boy's locker room.

While waiting, the two hear an approaching presence and look up to see Chloe dressed for gym and a smile on her face.

"Hey, Chloe." Marinette greeted the blonde.

"Hey Marinette, Alya." The blonde alpha greeted in return. "You two ready for this last year to end? Heaven knows I am."

"You always wish the year would end, Chlo." Said Alya. "We still have a few months left. I'm sure you'll survive." A smirk taking over.

Chloe grumbles. "I know, I know. I just want this year to be over so Nathanael and I can head to London for our first trip together. Alone."

"Oh, girl. Are you planning on marking your man? A romantic getaway to make the moment special?" Alya's journalist side kicking in wanting to know the details.

Beside her, Marinette chuckled. It wasn't uncommon to hear Chloe discuss about wanting to travel around to popular locations with her boyfriend, Nathanael. Despise what people would say about Chloe, she was a caring alpha when it came towards her destined omega mate. Parisians may say the mayor's daughter was rude and arrogant, but they never took a moment to get to know the young woman behind the mask of the mayor's daughter. Chloe may act like that sometimes, but the only times she truly acted out was when she felt someone threatened her dear Nathanael. Her protectiveness for the red head omega was fawn to watch. There weren't many people who could calm down Chloe when she goes through hard times, but whatever Nathanael does, Chloe appreciates it.

"Like I'm going to tell you, Alya." Chloe smirks. "You'll just have to wait and see what happens in a few months and summer after to learn what happened."

"I'll hold it to you." Alya responded.

With Chloe walking off to find her boyfriend, Adrien and Nino take her place when the gym teacher, Monsieur Acel, finally approaches.

"Alright students, follow me." Monsieur Acel announced, leading the students towards the outside track. Having the students take a seat on the bleachers, the teacher goes over the day's activity. "Alright class, today I have to have you all take part on the second semester's quarterly physical exam. In groups of three, you'll head down to the starting line of the track and when I blow the whistle you'll run the entire track twice to reach half a mile. When everyone finishes running the track, we'll head in to do some weights."

Calling off names for groups of three, each classmate takes their turn running the track.

During Mari's turn, she had Alix and Chloe in her group. Thankfully making the half mile run exciting has the three-women group decided to have some fun making it competitive to see who can finish first. Judging by the sound of laughter throughout the run, the three were having an enjoyable time.

Reaching the end of the second lap, it was a close win for all three girls. Alix winning first place by a mere few inches; Chloe and Marinette coming in a tie for second place.

Giggling, all three women head back up to the bleachers as Monsieur Acel writes down their scores and times.

"Alright, next up is Adrien Agreste, Le-Chein Kim, and Nathanael Kurtzberg. Take your starting positions." The gym teacher called out.

The three men walk down the bleachers, their friends shouting them luck, take their positions at the starting line and await the whistle.

Hearing the blow of the whistle, Adrien, Kim, and Nathanael take off into a full sprint. It was exciting to say the least. An alpha, beta, and omega all running in a simple physical exercise around the track. All equal in their abilities during the first round of the track, entering their second and final lap.

"Hey, Adrien, Nath. Bet you I can cross the finish line first." Kim shouts in challenge.

Even as a beta, Kim is always up for challenges and bets. He'd make a good alpha if it weren't for his hot headedness at times. But nevertheless, Kim was a good friend to go up against in simple challenges. And without warning, Adrien's body was beginning to experience the familiar increase of energy sparking and coursing through his body. The urge to dominate the win taking hold of Adrien.

The competitiveness taking over as Adrien succumbs to the alpha in him, instincts taking over.

Senses increasing, Adrien's eyes bleed from emerald green to a bright golden color. Like the sun gifted him with a drop of sunlight that now graced his once green iris. The true eye color of an alpha.

His canines elongating, Adrien feels the new added endurance as he releases a satisfied growl and launches into a full speedy sprint. Stunning his fellow runners and classmates. Watching their friend experience a full alpha form.

Rounding the last corner of the track, Adrien crosses the finish line with ease.

Coming to a halt, Adrien rests his hands over his knees and catches his breath. Hearing silence around him, Adrien turns around to see all his friends and classmates staring at him with wide eyes.

Why was everyone staring at him? And what were these smells he was breathing. They tasted and smelt wonderfully. Taking another whiff, he gathered the familiar scent. It wasn't strong but it was stronger than he was accustomed too. The wonderful smell of his omega.

Breaking the silence, Adrien looks at everyone with questions flowing through his mind. Finally asking, "What's going on? Why are all of you staring at me? Did I do something wrong?"

"Uh…am…going to go retrieve the nurse and be right back. Please stay put students and I'll return as quickly as possible." Monsieur Acel calls out to the students before rushing towards the school to grab the nurse.

Once the teacher leaves, an electrical surge similar from this morning pulses through Adrien's body as he drops to his knees. His breath becoming heavy as he puts his entire weight on his knees and hands.

Seeing her friend's state, Marinette's omega instincts kick in and rushes her way down the bleachers and to Adrien's side. Kneeling next to him, Marinette places a hand on his shoulder, feeling his now heated skin. "Oh, Adrien." Her voice a soft whisper.

Marinette's soothing voice reaches Adrien's ears. Comfort quickly seeping over him. Looking up, Adrien's golden eyes connect with Marinette's bluebell. "Mari, what's going on?"

She sits down and pulls Adrien down with her until he's sitting beside her. Releasing her omega pheromones, Marinette coaxes Adrien to a calming state. Her pheromones seeping into Adrien's nose as the alluring aroma relaxes the young man. The increasing urges brought down to a mild level.

The moment getting extremely better when Adrien felt Marinette's fingers running through his golden locks. The massaging ministrations from her hands coaxing Adrien to lean his head and rest it against her shoulder.

Marinette wraps her other hand around his chest and pulling Adrien closer into a more comfortable position to allow the two to cuddle. She was thrilled to be aware of all alpha needs and glad it came through when she needed it most.

With his head resting against Marinette's shoulder, Adrien adjusts his body to fit along Mari's for better comfort. His nose making contact near the space of the pulse point of her neck. Her omega pheromones are heavenly and becoming so much more alluring.

A pleasurable soft growl exiting through Adrien's lips as he instinctively nuzzles his jaw against her. His canines giving off a small glint behind his lips. The balance radiating between him and his omega. Very close. So close to that wondrous spot of her neck.

His eyes keeping gaze onto her pulse point, her smells still circulating between them.

Oh, how he has the strangest, yet satisfying urge of wanting to bite and mark that lovely neck.

His gold eyes giving off a stronger glow. Mine.