A Wolverine and a Puppy

By: Silverblazer

Christmas Eve:

"Careful there, Kurt," Cyclops shouted as Nightcrawler teleported around the den, hanging an ornament or two on the branches of an already over-decorated humongous Christmas tree. It was the night before Christmas, and all through the mansion was a flurry of movement as excited students blustered about, hanging stockings on the fireplace or preparing little treats for 'Santa's elves'.

The X-men were gathered around the fireplace in the den, but for once, they were not there for an emergency rescue mission. Instead, they were hanging around and exchanging Christmas gifts.

In the far corner of the room, Logan gripped the mug of black coffee in his hands tightly. Strong and black, just the way he liked his coffee made. No one was paying any attention to him, and that was fine. He didn't need his Christmas interrupted by noisy little kids.

Suddenly, a present was thrust right into his face. "Wha?" Logan mumbled in surprise.

"Open it!" Jean grinned. Logan looked at her. Her face showed no signs of mockery, just pure innocence and excitement.

"Thanks," he growled a reply and received the early Christmas present from Jean. His fingers traced over the green and red wrapping paper. The package felt uneven and heavy. Jean plopped onto the seat beside him and grinned.

"Open it. Trust me, you'll like it," Jean reassured him. Logan smirked. "I doubt it." Snikt! The sharp metallic sound of Wolverine's adamantium claws unsheathing from his forearms made Jean jump. With an expertive flick of his hand, Logan deftly and skillfully ripped the wrapping paper apart.

Logan peeled the remaining scraps of the ruined wrapping paper apart, exposing-

"A couple of bottles of beer and a packet or cigars? God, Jeannie, ya sure know how to make a man happy," Logan laughed in delight, suddenly realizing that this was the best Christmas gift he could remember receiving. Christ, this was the only Christmas gift he could remember receiving.

"Thanks kid," Wolverine smiled, raising a hand to ruffle Jean's smooth hair. Jean grinned and slipped under his arm. "I knew you would like it," she said, hugging her big warm friend.


Christmas day:

"Get up, Red," Logan smiled. "Huh?" Jean asked him curiously from the couch, where she, Kitty and Kurt were watching television.

"I said get up, we- you and I, that is- are going out," Logan said. He was already dressed in a black leather jacket and he was tossing the keys to his motorbike up and down. Kitty looked up at him.

"Going out? As in going on a date?" She gasped.

"In your dreams, half-pint, I'm taking her out."

"Why?" Kitty asked again.

"I owe ya a Christmas present, Red," Logan grinned.

"And that I intend to collect. With interest." Jean smirked, hopping out of her comfortable spot on the couch.

Minutes later, Logan's motorbike roared to life as he started the engine and sped away from the mansion. "Where are we going?" Jean asked.

"You'll see," Logan replied. Jean sighed and wrapped her arms around his muscular stomach, resting her head on his broad shoulder. The ride was short, and they reached their destination soon enough.

"Logan, where is this place?" Jean wondered aloud. Logan didn't reply, just grabbed her hand and urged her along. He pushed open a door with the words 'Perfect Puppy Place' stamped on it in peeling, gold letters. "Logan….." Jean breathed in excitement, realization beginning to dawn on her when she saw the words.

"There ya go, I had a talk with the professor last night. He said you were too young to keep a puppy, and it would be a distraction to the other kids, but I managed to convince him that you are completely independent enough, smart enough and capable enough to own a puppy, so……yeah, pick one and get on with it, I don't have all day." Logan said.

"A puppy. I'm gonna get my very own puppy," Jean repeated the words like she couldn't believe what was happening. Suddenly she leapt onto Logan and hugged him tightly.

"Oh thank you thank you than you!" Jean cried in delight, burying her head in his chest. Logan looked surprised at her reaction. He laughed and gestured to the dogs.

"Are you gonna pick one, of do I have to do it for you?" Logan teased.

Minutes later, it was clear that Jean had a way with animals. Even the fiercest of dogs acted like sheep at her presence. Jean could not make up her mind which dog to choose.

In the end, she picked a cute spotted brown puppy, and stroked its fur gently as Logan paid for it. Jean made up her mind to call it 'Rusty'.


"OH MAH GOD! IS THAT A PUPPY!?" Rogue screamed in delight when she saw the adorable animal in Jean's arms. Seconds later, Jean was surrounded by inquisitive students who were all intent on hugging the dog.

"His name is Rusty," Jean said proudly. She carefully handed her new pet to Kitty and snuck out of the crowd unnoticed. Spotting her retreating target, Jean smiled devilishly and pounced on Logan's back, laughing in delight when they both tumbled down in a heap, Logan snarling and Jean giggling.

"Ohh you're gonna get it now!" Logan threatened and started tickling her ribs. Logan knew all of her ticklish spots and Jean squealed as he poked her stomach. Gasping for air through her laughter, she suddenly found herself closer to Logan than ever, their faces almost touching. A faint blush appeared on her cheeks. Their lips were a hair's breath apart. Logan's breathing quickened at their proximity.

"Thank you for the best Christmas gift ever," Jean whispered. Logan grabbed her and crushed her in a bear hug.

"You too, Jeannie, you too," Logan mumbled.


There! Chapter one is up with a hint of Logan/Jean in it. I think I'm gonna continue this chapter soon. Chapter two will be about the buying of puppy items(that will definitely bring Logan and Jean closer, I mean, come on! Who else will Jean choose to buy doggy items but the Wolverine himself!), and of course, the relationship between Logan and Jean will grow closer! :p Please read and PLEASE REVIEW! Lol. :)

Silver