X-Men: Past, Present, Future
Inspired by the films and comics, X-Men: Past, Present, Future follows three separate timelines in the X-Men universe. Each timeline is separated by many years, with the Past storyline happening before the year 2000. The present storyline takes place in 2012, the year this story is currently being written. The future storyline takes place in the year 2022 and beyond. It is clear that each of the timelines affect each other and the stories intertwine.
Just to Clarify: This is inspired by the films for the following reasons: how every character is officially a mutant. Not an alien, or magic being or anything else like in the comics. Also, when characters are invovled, I just expect people to think of the actors/actresses who play them. For characters that never appear on film, you are free to interpret them anyway you want. Just imagine this story as a my version of how the movies should have gone and how the characters should be like in the films. For instance Wolverine will be in the story but he will not be the focus as how the real film portrayed the story. Also, Storm's personality will be more true to the comic books, but her background may not. I want this to be about the X-Men and the discrimination of mutants. You won't be finding magic, vampires, aliens and such in this story. Sorry for the confusion!
Past Chapter 2: Enter Emma
In 1955, 14 year old Charles Xavier was dressed formally for a party at his mansion, hosted by his parents. Charles was familiar with the routine. He must say hello to every adult, and he must repeat the same information. He's 14, he attends New York Private School, and yes, he still plays piano. The only thing he enjoyed about these functions was to see his friend Emma Frost. She was a sweet hearted girl in front of adults, but she was a wild child when Charles and her were alone. Like, Charles her parents also forbid her to use her telepathy powers which she began to develop around the age 5, after she got into a terrible car accident that left her in a coma for three weeks.
"Say hello to Mr. and Mrs. Frost, Charles," Charles' mother commanded.
"Hello," Charles said. The young boy smiled at Emma who was standing across from him wearing a white laced dress.
"Why don't you and Emma go get something to drink," Charles' mother suggested.
The two teenagers walked across the room full of chattering adults and stopped at the table of beverages. They were forbidden to drink any alcoholic drinks, so they settled for soda.
"Another party full of stupid adults who don't know how to have fun," Charles said to Emma.
"We can always have our own fun," Emma said with a smirk.
The teenagers made their way to the second floor balcony and looked up at the stars. There was a bit of a breeze in the air, but nothing too cold for a Spring evening. Charles noticed Emma's blonde hair slightly dancing in the air, which gave her a mysterious and attractive aura.
"Your hair looks good tonight," Charles complimented.
"Quit it with the compliments," Emma replied. "Charles, I'm bored."
"Well the party is boring," Charles responded.
"I meant I'm bored with my life," Emma corrected. "It's boring party this, business dinner that. I want to go out and have fun. I want to drink, kiss boys and...and...and have sex!"
"Emma, you're only 14," Charles stated. He knew Emma had something on her mind. He wanted to find out. But he was afraid she would be able to sense him in her head. After a few seconds, he couldn't resist the urge to read her mind. He entered it and saw the face of a man. The man smiled and called Emma's name. Emma broke out of her gaze at the stars and glared at Charles. She knew he was using his telepathy.
"You're wondering who this man is?" Emma asked with ice in her words.
"Yes."
"His name is Sebastian Shaw. I'm not too sure what business dealings he has with my parents, but he has visited my house three times. Every time he visits, he flirts with me. I can't stop thinking about him."
"He's a pedophile."
"He's the man I'm going to marry."
1962, 21 year old Charles has just gotten his degree in Biological Science and was having a celebratory dinner with his mother and father at a fancy restaurant.
"I'm so proud of you son," Charles' father said.
"Thank you father," Charles replied as he took a sip of his champagne.
"The university wants you to continue to do research for them right?" Charles' father asked.
"Yes," Charles replied. "There's so much more we need to know about evolution. It is the key to our survival."
"Oh honey, I love how passionate you are about science," said Charles' mother. "It's just a shame the Frost's aren't alive to see your great achievement. Emma would have been so happy for you." Charles became quiet. He remembered the day when he found out that Mr. and Mrs. Frost was found dead in their mansion, just two years ago. Emma's body was never found but she was assumed to be dead after a year of searching for her. However, Charles knows that is not the case. For the past two years, he can feel Emma's mind somewhere in the world. However, his mutation is not powerful enough to pin point her exact location. Emma is somewhere in the world, becoming someone she desires to be. Becoming someone Charles fears.
Present Chapter 2: Crush
Jean entered the bedroom she shared with Cyclops to find him sitting on the bed with his face in his hands. She closed the door and sat next to her fiancé on the bed, stroking his back, trying to comfort him.
"You know he's just busy," stated Jean.
"He's been busy for the last few years," Cyclops responded.
"These past few years, people have been more and more aggressive with us," Jean replied. "The Professor has a lot on his plate."
"I just wish he could do the same things he tried doing the first few times we got here," Cyclops stated. "Even on the first try using Cerebro, we were able to find a location. We just got there too late."
"It's ok, Scott," Jean said. "The Professor knows how important it is for you to find your brother."
"I just know Alex is out there somewhere," Scott replied. "I just don't know why the Professor has stopped looking when I can feel how close we are to finding him."
Down in the kitchen, Kitty, Julian, and another student, Sofia Mantega, were making chicken pot pies under the instructions of Colossus.
"Did we forget to preheat the oven?" Kitty asked.
"We're going to bake these at 5, so they'll be ready for dinner at 6," Colossus replied.
"I hope these turn out well," Sofia stated.
"It's my recipe!" Colossus exclaimed. "It will be fantastic."
"All your recipes are fantastic!" Kitty replied with a huge grin on her face.
"Thank you, Kitty," Colossus said. "You're so sweet. I better get clean up for the visit today." Colossus removed his apron and exited the kitchen.
"All your recipes are fantastic!" Julian mocked.
"Shut up!" Kitty yelled.
"You seriously need to get over your feelings for Colossus. He's like twice your age!" Julian said.
"He is not!" Kitty yelled. "He's only 28."
"But, Kitty," Sofia responded. "You're only 16."
"Sofia!" Kitty began. "Don't tell me you never had a crush on someone who was older than you!"
"No, never!" Sofia said. "I've only had a crush on one guy before, and he was my age."
"Oh?" an intrigued Kitty responded. "Who is he? Is he someone here? Is he Julian?" Julian began to blush and avoided looking Sofia in the eyes."
"No," Sofia said. "The guy is back home in Florida...he was my first and only crush."
"Let's talk about something else!" Julian yelled.
"Calm down," Kitty replied.
"How about this visit we have today," Julian began. "This senator guy could shut the school down."
"No he can't," Kitty responded. "They need to put it for a vote first."
"I'm scared that the country will vote against Proposition X," Sofia said. "Too bad we can't vote yet."
"Bobby and Kurt are going to vote," Kitty stated. "Hopefully, Rogue would too."
"They need to come back and visit us!" Sofia stated. "Well at least Bobby and Kurt. I don't know if Rogue would want to come back after what happened."
"That was a scary night," Julian responded. The three students thought of the evening that made their friend Rogue leave the school. It was an evening no one would ever forget.
Future Chapter 2: Storm's Decision
Shadowcat and Iceman watched the clock in silence as they waited for their visitor. The buzzer rung and Shadowcat quickly answered it. The voice was a elegant female voice, a voice that Iceman and Shadowcat missed. After a few minutes, there was a knock on the door. Shadowcat opened the door to see Storm, now 39 years old.
"Hello, Kitty," Storm greeted. "Hello, Bobby. It is good to see both of you."
"It's good to see you too," Kitty replied. "Please come in." Storm made her way to the kitchen table and sat down on a chair.
"Would you like something to drink?" Iceman asked.
"I'm ok for now, but thank you," Storm replied. "Tell me why you wanted me to come today."
"I think you know why," Shadowcat replied.
"It's about the revolution isn't it?" Storm asked.
"Yes," Iceman responded. "We want you to join us in helping reform the X-Men."
"It's been so long," Storm responded. "I don't think it will work."
"It worked 10 years ago," Shadowcat replied. "Remember all the battles and victories we had?"
"But that was when we had more freedom," Storm remarked. "It's more difficult now."
"Please, Storm," Shadowcat begged. "We need your help. We need you to help guide us."
"But what about Beast or Angel?" Storm asked. "Why can't they help you?"
"We don't know where Beast is," Iceman replied. "And Angel said he would only join if you join."
"So it's up to me to get you guys us older members to join?" Storm asked with doubt.
"Yes," Iceaman answered. "We need your help."
"I do know where Beast is," Storm stated. "But I don't think he has the fight in him like he use to...even back then he didn't have much of a fight. He always wanted to be more on the supporting side, unlike me. Throw some Brotherhood at me and I would try to strike them with some lightning."
"That's the spirit we need!" Shadowcat stated. "Please, Storm. We need you to join us. We need to fight back. Do it for the Professor."
"Okay," Storm responded. "I will join you. I will help you reform the X-Men. Under one condition."
"What is it?" Iceman asked.
"You help me find Cyclops first," Storm said sternly.
To be continued...