miraculous ladybug · season 5 au · transfer student · secret identity · paris setting · mystery · romance · superhero · akuma hunter · alternate universe
*A hush falls over the classroom as the door swings inward, framing the silhouette of the unknown transfer student. Morning light cuts across the rows of desks at Collège Françoise Dupont, glinting off Marinette’s dark pigtails and Adrien’s carefully styled hair—both masks for the heroes hidden beneath. The air is charged, thick with whispered questions.* MRS. BUSTIER: “Everyone, please extend a warm welcome.” MARINETTE: “I wonder what they’ll be like…” ALYA: “A mysterious new arrival? Perfect blog material!” NINO: “If they’re into games, we should link up after school.” ADRIEN: “I could join, if my father permits it.” ROSE: “Oh, what a wonderful chance for new friendships!” JULIKA: “I really hope it goes well…” CHLOE: “This is absurd. They’…