Logan's P.O.V.
There's something about the guy with the blue fur and spaded tail. You know who I'm talking about right? If you said Nightcrawler, you're right. But to me, he's known as Elf. Lots of the kids around the institute have their own nicknames. Kitty is Half-Pint. Cyclops is Shades. Jean is Red. You get the point. I know it may sound a little bit ridiculous but hey, it works. The Elf is…a special student of mine. Yes, he looks a lot different than all the other students but there's something about him. Something about him that makes a shiver go down my spine. The way he gives me that stupid goofy grin and gazes at me with those burning yellow eyes. It's all confusing and new but I think I've finally found my answer…I'm in love with the kid.
I rolled out of bed, scratching the back of my head, letting out a yawn. I walked down to the kitchen and saw Kitty sitting at the table on her laptop.
"Hey, Mr. Logan."
"Hmph." Was the only answer I gave as I reached into the fridge and grabbed the carton of orange juice.
"Hey. Planning on sharing some with the rest of us?" I looked to see Shades and Red walk in along with Evan and Kurt. I roll my eyes and pour some in a glass, passing the carton to Scott. As everyone's eating breakfast, I look at the T.V. to see a news reporter in front of the high school the kids attend.
"This Friday night, Bayville High will be hosting their 12th annual Bayville Prom. Students are encouraged to buy their tickets and grab a date." I look at the kids who begin chatting about the event.
"So, Kurt. Who are you taking?" Kitty asked, resting her chin on her palm. Kurt rubbed the back of his neck.
"Um. I'm not so sure I'm gonna go."
"Why not?" Jean asked as she and Scott turned their attention to him. Now all eyes were on the Elf. I sat my glass down and joined in on the staring contest.
"Uh…well…" Evan then got right up in the Elf's face and grinned.
"I know why. You're—" Kurt clasped his hand over porcupines' mouth and glared at him.
"Not going." Kurt finished and let go of Evan and ported out, the smell of sulfur now in the air.
"Hey, Logan. Maybe you should go talk to him." Scott suggested. I sighed and got up, walking out leaving the rest of the kids to ramble on about nothing. I made it to the Elf's room and knocked.
"Hey, Elf. Wanna tell me what's up?"
"Go away." I could sense he was upset. I sighed and paused for a few seconds.
"Look, kid. If there's anything bothering you, you know you—" I was interrupted by the door opening. I gasped slightly as I saw the fresh tears rolling down Kurt's face. I've never seen the Elf cry before.
"Listen. It's nothing, alright? Now why won't everyone just leave me the hell alone!" He then slammed the door. I felt really bad for the poor kid. I decided to handle this my way. I went down to the lobby to find Evan.
"Hey, Logan. What's up?" I then grabbed him by his shirt and hoisted him high in the air.
"Logan!" Scott protested.
"You better start talking, Porcupine. You and I need to talk."
"So…Kurt's…"
"Gay." Evan answered, looking at me. I ran a hand through my hair, letting out the air I was holding in.
"Now I see why the Elf reacted the way he did. Alright, first things first. Go apologize."
"What? Why?" I snarled as my claws extracted.
"Because if you don't, you're gonna be in extra strength endurance classes for a month." He immediately bolted out of the room in search of the blue fuzz ball. I took the time to get a shower and get dressed in my normal navy blue shirt, blue jeans, boots, and hat. As I was walking down the hall, I saw Evan talking with Jean and Scott.
"Did you go apologize, Porcupine?" I asked, crossing my arms. He looked at me with a worried look as did Jean and Scott.
"Logan, Kurt's gone." Jean announced, causing my heart to fall into the pit of my stomach.
"Should we—"
"No. I'm going in alone. You guys get to school."
"But, Logan—" I snarled, revealing my claws.
"Now." I then took off to my motorcycle, my blood pumping adrenaline through my veins. As I slipped on my helmet, I felt Charles enter my mind.
"Logan. I got a lock on Kurt. He's at the park."
"Roger that."
"Be careful, Logan. There's no telling how he'll react."
"I got it covered, Charles. Logan out." I was disconnected with the professor as I started up my bike and headed towards Bayville Park. When I arrived, I sniffed the air, searching for Kurt's scent. I found it with ease and walked towards his direction. I stopped, seeing him sitting on a branch in a tree, his head down and his tail swaying slowly.
"Elf."
"Go away." I sighed and walked over to the tree and leaned against it.
"Look, Kurt. I know what you're afraid of." Kurt looked down at me with worry in his yellow orbs as I looked up at him.
"But you don't have to be." He closed his eyes sadly and stared off into the distance.
"Easy for you to say. You're not a gay mutant." I felt the turn in my stomach and I knew it was now or never.
"And how exactly do you know that for sure?" His head shot towards me and I gave a small smile.
"You mean…you're…"
"Bingo." I answered, giving a wink and a thumbs up. He jumped down now interested.
"Wow! I can't believe it! The great Wolverine! Gay!" I saw his face light up and he was now back to his happy, perky self.
"Yeah. Hey, Elf. There's…something I gotta tell ya." He looks up at me with a smile.
"Sure. Shoot." I take a step towards him and I see his cheeks turn dark blue, if that were possible. I wrapped my arms around his small waist and leaned in, a content purring sensation rising in my throat.
"I love you, kid." I saw his eyes widen in shock and his mouth fall open.
"You…love me?" I nod and can feel my heart pounding in my chest. He then grins and tackles me. I land on the ground with a loud 'oomph' and I open my eyes to see Kurt on top of me, his tail swaying happily.
"This is great news! I…kind of wanted to ask you to the prom." I smirk and sit up, looking into the Elf's eyes.
"So, that's the reason why you didn't want to go with a girl." He grinned, laughing and gave a thumbs up.
"You got it." I took the chance and leaned closer, my hand guiding it's way to the back of his neck.
"Well, in that case, let me give you my answer." I leaned in, kissing him fully. He was a bit shocked at first but quickly gave in, wrapping his arms around my neck and his tail around my waist. Pretty nifty thing, that tail. I bring him closer to me and slowly break, opening my eyes to see his yellow ones staring back at me.
"Wow. I'd never thought I'd be going to prom with my professor." I smirked and nuzzled his neck, earning a laugh from him.
"Believe it, darlin'. Oh, and from now on, don't call me professor. We're not gonna be able to keep this a secret from the others for long. Especially Porcupine." He grins and I can't help but smile back.
"Yes, sir!"
"Now, come here." I pull him down and let's just say the Elf missed going to school that day.
