Hey, you guys reviewed and added my story!
Thanks!
By the way, I wasn't really planning to change the pairings (snickers) I just want to see what you guys would think about it.
Fannut: Don't worry, it'll be Romy and yes, I know who you were talking about (grins) This Kassiopeia is different from the myth though. I'll reveal more on later chapters who she really is and what is her connection with 'Gabriele' (wink)
Willowed Moon: No worries, it has been destined to be Romy from the very beginning. But Rogue will still be interacting with this 'dark handsome beast'.
Wolf Skater: Like I said, it'll be Romy so no need to worry.
The Last Fallen Angel: I prefer my vampires bloodthirsty and vicious (wink) So yeah, Gabby is one.
And thank you to all those who added my story!
Here's chapter 2.
It was her last class and Rogue was extremely tired. She have been fighting off the fatigue as well as the intrusions she'd been experiencing all day long. She rubs her temples as another one attacks her mind. 'Who the hell is doing this?' She thought angrily as she struggled to maintain her shields.
"Kassiopeia..."
"chimes clinking"
"Kassiopeia..."
"Fabric rustling"
"Kassiopeia..."
"voice chants"
"Kassiopeia..."
"strong gust of wind"
"Kassiopeia...I will find you..."
"Soldiers heavily marching"
"I WILL FIND YOU!..."
Rogue snaps out of her reverie as the school bell rang. The students began to exit out of the room while she quietly followed suit. She was slightly getting unfocused with her step. She blinked a couple of times to clear her vision, but it felt like her world was spinning.
"Rogue?"
She groaned as tried to grab onto the something to keep her balance.
"Rogue, are you alright?" a voice asks her. She tries to clear her vision to see who it was, though it seems she was too lightheaded. Someone was holding her, she then began to feel slightly panicked and tried to push the person away but it was no use.
"L-L-Let go of me..." Rogue mutters weakly as she felt herself lose consciousness.
Kurt, Scott, Kitty and Jean had just met up outside at the parking lot by Scott's and Jean's cars. They were still waiting for the others to come when Amara ran worriedly towards them.
"Guys! There's something wrong with Rogue!" Amara said anxiously as the others ran back inside the school. They followed her and saw Lance carrying Rogue in his arms with Tabitha next to him.
Scott looked irate and was ready to blast him when Jean interjected and said, "Scott, I don't think he meant any harm."
"Yeah, Summers. I saw she was about to faint and caught her before she hit her head on the floor, so get that pole out of your ass." Lance answered defensively as he quickly handed the young girl over to him and walked away.
"What happened? Is she alright?" Jean asked as they all walked hurriedly back to the parking lot.
"I don't know. She was somewhat stumbling in her walk and when I asked her if she was okay, she barely replied so I went to get you guys. I didn't know she fainted." Amara answered anxiously as she carried Rogue's bag.
"We have to get her back to the Institute quickly, the professor might know what's wrong." Scott said as he placed the unconscious girl in his passenger seat. "I'll see you guys at the mansion." He then kisses his girlfriend in the cheek before hopping in the driver seat and driving off. The others followed suit not long after.
Meanwhile...
Gabriele wandered around Bourbon Street while still searching for one of his "children". The place is so festive. 'So lively!' He exclaimed as he continued passing through the crowd. He stops at a familiar-looking tavern and walks in. The smell of liquor and cigars had hit him and brought back some nostalgic memories. He walks up to the bar, sitting on the bar stool.
"What can I get ya sir?" said the beautiful bartender as she flips her honey blonde hair and flirts with him. He smiles at her antics and grins wolfishly, "Whiskey is just fine, dear." He replies as he winks at her. 'Women of today are completely different...they are more daring.' He thought as the bartender brought him his drink. He took the glass and drunk the whiskey in one gulp.
"Ya must be real thirsty then, mister." The bartender remarked as she gave him another glass of whiskey. "You have no idea, love." He answered darkly as he took a small gulp. He placed the glass down and pondered on the mind he had come across earlier as he searched for his fledglings. 'It was Kassiopeia, I'm sure of it. Yet, she does not seem to recall me and her mind...her mind is built like a fortress. I cannot seem to break through it.'
"Pardon, monsieur, but that man is asking me to give you this." Said the bartender as she hands him a piece of paper and pointed at a man sitting by the window. He raises his eyebrow then looks at the paper. It was a sketch of Ceasar's emblem during his reign. His eyes widened by a fraction before rushing to the table where the man sat.
"I thought you have forgotten me, my lord." The man remarked as his blue eyes flashed red.
"I could've said the same thing." Gabriele replied slyly. "Tell me, what has become of my "children", Alexei."
"They are not like us, they are more reckless and undisciplined. They are arrogant and think they are indestructible." Aleksey answered repulsively. Gabriele laughs at his fledgling's expression.
"It seems they have yet to meet someone like me." Gabriele boasted as his lit up with menace.
"I do not mean any disrespect, my lord. However, why are you awake? Last I saw you, you threatened to rip my heart out if I ever disturb your slumber." Aleksey inquired apprehensively since this man was far older and stronger than he was.
Gabriele lightly scoffs and replies, "A group of miscreants broke into my crypt, trying to find useless trinkets to sell. Do not worry, they won't be any bother. I took care of them and got a meal out of it."
He laughs at his own answer while Aleksey just grins nervously. "What are your plans now that you have been awakened?" He asked casually.
"I plan to continue my search..." Gabriele answered as he dazedly stared at the sketch. Aleksey silently understood his mentor's contemplation.
"She's up north, I plan to travel there by tonight." He stated as he took another gulp of his drink.
"Do you need company?" Alek asked as he takes a sip of his liquor. He shook his head no and stands up from his seat. "I will inform you once I found her. For now, just stay here and take care of yourself." Gabriele affirmed as he looked and grin half-heartedly at his fledgling. With a blink of an eye, Gabriele was gone.
Scott managed to get to the mansion and carried Rogue all the way to the infirmary.
"Oh my, what happened?" Dr. McCoy asked worriedly as he started to check for her heartbeat and blood pressure.
"Amara said she was stumbling out of her classroom and fainted. Is the professor around?" Scott explained as he stood the side and gave some room for the doctor.
"No, actually he just left with Logan and Ororo to investigate a surge of psychic energy in New Orleans. He said he easily detected it even without Cerebro." Hank answered as he injected the IV in Rogue's arm. "She doesn't seem hurt and her vital signs are okay at the moment. However, she must've fainted due to exhaustion and fatigue, so no need to worry. She'll wake up right before dinner." the doctor assured the young man.
"But what abou-" "I'll tell the professor what happened once he and the others comes back." Hank added as he placed a blanket on top of the sleeping girl. Scott nodded and left the infirmary to inform the others.
After checking her medical stats, Hank left the room momentarily. A sudden cold chill wafted in which caused her to pull the blanket closer to her. Her forehead furrowed together as she began to hear some strange sounds of tinkling chimes and a faint chanting.
Sudden flashes came into her mind, yet she cannot distinguish any of it because of the haziness. She can only see glimpses of certain objects like an alabaster altar, an array of candles and a golden idol before the altar. Rogue tried to clear her mind, but the images kept assaulting her. Panic slowly crept up to her as she found herself unable to awaken herself. She was twisting and turning in her bed and finally, she screamed.
Cliffhanger.
Author's Notes
Gambit will appear in the next chapter, so be patient! I am still thinking of a way to introduce Gambit here without making him look like he just jumped out of the page.
Gabriele is capable of walking around in daylight since he's Old while Aleksey need a certain stone to do that. AND NO! It is not a Lapis. Its a different one!
If you have any ideas as to HOW GAMBIT SHOULD BE INTRODUCED then please give me some. I would much appreciate it although not all suggestions might be taken.
Anyway, PLEASE REVIEW!
