This is a random Rogue/Warren fanfic I came up with.

These aren't my characters.

Changes: John never went all evil and crap. He's still good. And Rogue did not get the cure, she stayed with her gifts.

Time: After X-3.

Spoilers, probably.

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Defense

"Don't jump!"

"Why?"

"Because…I love you."

"I'm just saying," John smiled darkly, "The kid needs a life."

"Shut up John," Marie defended angrily, "At least he doesn't need an appliance to work his powers."

"You call those two huge feathers sticking out his back powers?" John chuckled, "C'mon Rogue. The boy's a bird. And all he does is stalk around in the shadows. It isn't that hard to talk to us. Socialize a bit."

"Can't imagine why he wouldn't want to talk to you?" Marie growled, "Mr. Sweet and Courteous. Tell me, has there ever been a time that you didn't choose to make fun of him while he was standing in ear shot?"

"Can't recall one," John grinned, proud of himself.

"Why do you hang out with this asshole?" Marie turned her glaring eyes to Bobby, who was falling asleep in his chair next to her.

"Huh? Wha?" Bobby asked wearily.

"Good morning sunshine," John laughed.

Marie continued, turning back to John, "I don't care what you think about him. I'm simply stating that if you ever make fun of him again and I hear it, I will happily kick your ass."

"What? Who?" Bobby asked.

"Rogue's got a little thing for that Warren kid. She'd been defending him all lunch, while you were napping over there," John summarized, smirking.

"Warren?" Bobby asked, "Like rich kid Warren? The freak with wings?"

"Unbelievable!" Marie cried, standing up and stomping off.

"I've got to go, studying again with Kitty," Bobby stood up, sighing, "We studied late last night. Anyways, you know the drill. I'll be in her room, but if Rogue asks, we're in the library."

"I know, I know," John grumbled impatiently, "You only cheat on her like everyday. I got the plan."

"I told you. It's just physical with Kitty. We're just having a bit of fun. I still love Rogue. I have no real feelings whatsoever for Pryde."

"Wonder how Rogue would feel about that," John teased.

"Oh keep your big mouth shut," Bobby hissed, annoyed.

"Bye playa," John smiled again. Bobby left hastily, rolling his eyes.

"Geeze, he's so infuriating!" Marie scowled. "Don't you think?"

"I don't know," Kitty shrugged, "I never hang out with him."

"Pyro," Marie gritted her teeth, "More like pipsqueak."

"And Bobby wasn't helping," Marie ranted on, "He was sleeping, of all things! God knows why! For all I know he was up late last night screwing some girl. You never know with that boy. He's so broad with his plans-"

"Not to break up the fun," Kitty said awkwardly, "But I've got some, uh, people coming over to study. So, I've got to go. But we'll continue this later, alright?"

"Yeah, yeah, sure," Marie whispered, starring absently out the window. Kitty quickly slipped out of the room. Marie had caught sight of Warren, flying in the sky. Bare-chested, wings fully open, with such a peaceful look on his face. He was beautiful. Marie almost didn't notice when her roommate, Betsey, came in.

"Hello Roguie," she smiled broadly, "How was your day?"

"Fi-ine," Marie murmured. "Yours?"

"Just perfect. Peter asked me out! Isn't that amazing? Rogue…" Betsey sighed, looking disappointed when Marie continued to gaze, distracted, out of the window. "Helloooo? Earth to Rogue?"

"Huh?" Marie turned, "What did you say?"

"Oh," Betsey caught sight of Warren, "I see what you're starring at. Please, trust me. You don't want to go there. I really did love that boy, but he has some major issues. With his father and stuff. I couldn't deal, so I scrammed, kinda feel bad for the poor guy…anyways, he's really depressing. Bobby's a great guy; you should keep what you have…"

"I'm sorry, what?" Marie asked, "I drifted off again. So Peter asked you out? That's great!"

Betsey nodded, "That he did."

"You say yes?" Marie asked.

"Course," Betsey smiled, "Donno what to wear though."

"Clothes," Marie suggested helpfully.

"Good idea," Betsey laughed, starting to rummage through her closet. "What about this? Rogue? ROGUE!"

"Yeah- huh?" Marie turned.

Betsey rolled her eyes, "You're a bit out of it today, aren't cha?"

"A little. Look, I've got to go. Um, anything looks good on you," Marie said, "Just pick one. Be back later." Marie stepped into the hallway and began walking, not knowing where she was heading.

Warren. Everything time she saw him, hell, even thought of him, she insides started to swell with the funniest feeling. She couldn't quite put her finger on it. Maybe she could get help from Kitty. Kitty was her best friend. She paused as she walked past one of the rooms, and swore she could hear Bobby's voice. She realized automatically it was Kitty's room.

"Be quieter," he said. Marie raised an eyebrow and opened the door.

"Studying?" she hissed as she saw the sight before her. "What- human anatomy?"

Bobby and Kitty scrambled to get away from each other, both trying to cover their bare bodies. "Rogue?" Bobby asked.

"Dick," Marie muttered.

"Rouge…" Kitty faltered.

"You…you bitch!" Marie remarked. "Sleeping with my boyfriend? Real creative Kit. Thank a lot."

"She doesn't mean anything to me!" Bobby promised.

"She doesn't mean a thing to me either," Marie said coldly, "Not anymore. And neither do you. We're over, asshole." Marie sped out of the room and down the hallway, heading up a flight of stairs. She wasn't watching where she was going and found herself on the roof of all places. She groaned and rubbed her temple. Why hadn't she known? Why hasn't she seen it? A part of her had always suspected, and she should have paid closer attention. She closed her eyes, sighed, and looked at the edge of the roof. She took three steps and was standing at it, starring at the huge drop before her.

"Don't I feel special," Marie chuckled, "Lost my best friend and my boyfriend in the same day. Guess it's time to finish the job. Bet they'll be happy to be rid of me."

One foot lingered over the edge. She closed her eyes, and stepped forward.