I know that most of you have been waiting for this chapter, so here it is! It might be a while before I start on Chapter 4, though. So, until then, enjoy!
Chapter 3: Between Friends
Once Gambit had found out about Sheila, Pyro had no choice but to tell him about how he found her. Gambit just sat on the bed and watched the baby wiggle in his friends' arms. He didn't think that someone like Pyro would take this kind of responsibility. But, if he knew, then the other Acolytes would found out sooner or later.
Gambit sighed: Pyro, I know you want to take care of this little baby, but it's such a big responsibility for a mutant like yourself.
Pyro nodded: I know, I know. It's just...she needed me and I couldn't just turn away from her. I mean, look at her! Isn't she the sweetest girl you've ever seen?
Gambit took a quick look at the baby and he couldn't help but smile.
Gambit smiled softly: Well, you do have a point; she is a cutie. But, what are you gonna do when Magneto finds out about her?
He's right. Magneto maybe a father himself, but he doesn't want his men going soft or feel distracted from their duties. Especially when it's a non-mutant baby like Sheila. But, Pyro was determined to keep him from finding out.
Pyro grinned: Don't worry mate! I'll just have to make sure he doesn't know about her...that is unless you decide to be a stool pigeon and rat the poor girl out!
He knew what Pyro meant. The two were like brothers and always had each others back; but he didn't like to keep things from his boss. However, he could tell that Pyro was serious and really wanted to care for that baby. So, he had no choice but to give in.
Gambit sighed deeply: Alright, I'll help you hide her and properly care for her. But, you must do most of it yourself. Understand?
Pyro smiled: Gotcha! Thanks mate.
Gambit gave a small smile, but it faded as soon as he noticed something was not right.
Gambit sniffing: Phew! What is that nasty smell?
Pyro sniffing: Ew, it smells like it's coming from...from...
You guessed it. Little Sheila needs a diaper change. However, this was one thing that Pyro was not prepared for.
Pyro panicking: Oh no! Not that! I never changed a diaper in me life! What am I gonna do?
Gambit: Calm down, pal. Look, how about I help you change her? How bad could it be?
So, they found a couple of diapers and baby wipes in the basket and placed Sheila on top of a table. As soon as they were about to change her...
Pyro sick: Oh, jumpin' jackrabbits! Oh...
Pyro collapsed! Luckily, Gambit knew what he was doing and managed to clean Sheila and change her in a flash. It was about 30 minutes before Pyro finally woke up.
Pyro tired: Oh...what happened?
Gambit grinned: You fainted. But, don't worry, I took care of Sheila for you. And you were right- she's a very sweet little girl. Isn't that right, cherie?
He saw the baby drinking her bottle in Gambits arms. He was impressed.
Pyro amazed: Wow! You really know a lot about babies, don't you mate?
Gambit shrugged: Eh. When you've been around like me, you tend to learn some things and they tend to stick to you.
Pyro nodded slightly: I guess I need more work, huh?
Gambit smirked: Yep. But, like I said before: I'll help you so that you can get used to this. Now, I'm going to the store to get baby stuff; just try to do anything crazy until I get back. Capiche?
Pyro nodded: Gotcha!
After he gave Sheila to Pyro, Gambit took off to get some supplies. The fire mutant felt good about having help.
Pyro chuckled: Hehehehe! Looks like we'll be together for a while, huh love?
Sheila just giggled, as if she understood him. Thanks to Gambit, he didn't worry so much anymore. But, there's still the concern of Magneto and the other Acolytes. Poor Pyro will have to be careful not to reveal his little guest until he can convince them to keep her. But, hopefully, it will be a long time before that happens, right?
To Be Continued...
End Chapter 3
