Third Person's POV

Marinette struggled, trying to get out of Damian's arms as he held her bridal style. He got her into a room and closed the door and tossed her onto the bed in a spare room. "Kaalki, Dismount!" he called. He gave Kaalki a cookie and she stormed off. Marinette jumped out of the bed and headed towards the door when Damian stopped her.

Marinette: Damian, Let Me Go Right Now!

Damian: Not until we talk. Look Marinette, I don't know why you insist on hiding things from me or why you just like to keep things to yourself but it needs to stop. You clearly weren't feeling well during the ride home after we went to the plaza.

Marinette: I was fine, Damian. Now I have some work to do and you're keeping me back.

She pushed Damian aside but he then spoke up before she could leave. "It was the girl and her parents...wasn't it?" She stopped with her hand about to unlock the door. "I saw the way you were looking at them. You envied her." Marinette grit her teeth, her grip tightening on the nob. "You were mad because you never had what she did."

"Shut up." she spoke. "That's why you wanted to leave because it was..-" "I said Shut Up!" She spun around and punched him, but he caught her fist before it could land on his face. "You Have No Idea How It Felt So Don't Make False Accusations!" "It seems to me like I was right. The way you responded also backed up my point." he countered.

She then began to hit him on his chest while he just stood there holding her other hand. "Why must you be so annoying, you infuriate me to the point of utter rage where I want to punch you and shut you up. Why must you be so persistent..- Insisting I must let you in on my problems because you're my so-called fiancé!?"

She kept rambling on and on and Damian didn't move nor budge. "..- Why must you always be everywhere I go, backing me up. And Why In Hell Are Your Abs So Hard!! I really really hate you." He finally released her other hand, adding, "No you don't. We both know that. I love you Marinette and I know you love me too. It was there..that spark...you had while we had that bond."

Her shoulders started to twitch as she let out soft little hicks. "Look Marinette, People do a lot of stupid, crazy things when they're in love. It's just how it is. People often get confused; their minds and hearts aren't really in sink because they're fighting against the other's will; that's why people often lose themselves in the fight of love."

He gently rested his hand on her head then pulled it to his chest. "Marinette, I'm not lying when I say I love you. I'm sorry if I'm just forcing my feelings onto you but I want to make myself clear where I stand. And I want you to be clear as well. Remember this was your bet, you can easily back out if you like. I understand..-" "This is why I can't stand you."

He looked down at her to see teardrops falling to the ground. He was stunned by her sudden actions as she hugged him tightly, clenching the back of his shirt. "You..You really piss me off.. I can never keep up with you and your stupid pick-up lines. Let me make myself clear. I said you have a month. Now you have a week. Your deadline is New Years Eve."

He smiled and he hugged her back. "I think I can manage that, habibti. Piece of cake." He pulled her head back and kissed her sweetly; it was filled with passion, love, but most of all he meant it; mind, body and soul, she didn't even dare to try to stop him. They pulled away with Damian leaving first. He picked up a few strands of hair and kissed it. "Game on, Angel."

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Dick's POV

Blueberry and Lil'D have been acting differently around each other. Like they're... a couple of some sort. Did something happen? I asked the others about it and they didn't seem to know anything about it. I was about to ask Marin but I saw him and Jaybird having a moment so I left them alone *awkward*. Though Timmy said he heard them arguing some night before.

But they seem to be much closer now, but not as close as it was to Christmas Eve and Christmas. I'm guessing celebrations are in order. Alfred was helping some of the maids and chefs around the mansion. Speaking of which, we haven't been to ours in at least a month tops. We really need to head back home.

Marinette: Aww, what's wrong Richard?

Dick: Oh, hey blueberry. Just thinking about the Manor.

Marinette: Ah right, you boys haven't been home for a month, maybe two.

Dick: Yeah...

Marinette: If you wanna go back feel free. If you want I could just get a jet and fly you all over.

Dick: Blueberry, you don't have to do that...

Marinette: Oh, but I must. It feels like I was the one who kept you guys here. I'll have one ready for your departure tomorrow.

Dick: Wait..- Are you just trying to get rid of us because of Jay and Damian?

Marinette: Sh*t, was it that obvious?

Damn, she was trying to get them away from her house. I see. She began to walk away but halted, "Once you're done there..feel free to return or better yet... I just might come visit Gotham for Christmas." And with that she left. She really does have her ulterior motives. "Oh and Richard..?" "Hmm?" "Miss Gordon is waiting for you downstairs. Don't delay my friend."

I rushed down the stairs to see her sitting on one of the chairs. "Hey Dick, I think it's time we caught up." I couldn't help but smile, "Yeah, wanna go get something to eat?" "I'd love to."

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Tim's POV

Christmas is just around the corner and I still haven't gotten anyone their presents. Because of all this drama, I haven't the time to go out and find presents for anyone. I don't even know what to get for Stephanie. Ever since the ball we've been talking over the phone but we haven't really met up. I just really want to see her.

Marinette: Hey Timmy.

Tim: Cupcake. What can I do for you?

Marinette: I readied a jet for your departure tomorrow back to Gotham. You'll be going home for Christmas.

Tim: Wait What!? You can't..-

Marinette: Hold up, I'm not finished yet. Come with me.

I raised a brow as she led me out of my room, downstairs to the waiting area. She opened the front door and Staphanie was standing there. "Wait, what's going..-" "Sorry for not telling you Tim but Mari hooked us up on a little date today." I turned to cupcake as she walked away. "You two have fun." she said as she waved behind her back.

I grinned but then smiled at Stephanie, "Shall we get going?" She smiled back as she took my arm, "Let's go!"

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Bruce's POV

I was watching the local and international news on the television when a knock came at my door. I opened it to see Marinette and a familiar lady standing next to her.

Bruce: Selena, what are you doing here?

Selena: My kitten invited me over to see you, Mr. Wayne.

Marinette: I simply thought that if you boys were leaving for Gotham tomorrow, you might as well live today to the fullest. Then again, you could always invite your companions to go with you.

Bruce: Why though?

Marinette: This is just my way of saying thank you. That's all.

Is she really my soon to be daughter-in-law? I know the bond is broken but...that does have a nice ring to it. We exited the Mansion and walked down the streets while we talked.