Rogue closed her eyes, taking a deep breath as the wind whipped by on the freeway. She felt free for the first time. The Professor had given them a brand new convertible for the trip, and the school credit cards; and had told them to have fun. Rogue intended on having fun; Bobby and Evan had promised they would. Bobby was driving, as only Bobby could; fast and carefree. She was surprised they hadn't been stopped yet. Bobby assured they'd be fine until they reached the city; then they'd have to slow down.

Evan was sitting in the passenger's seat of the car and Kurt was in the back with her, his image inducer off. They all spent the first night at Bobby's house, Evan included. Rogue had decided his parents were nice, but a bit too touchy. They'd hugged everyone as they entered the house and Rogue almost died. Bobby had laughed; reassuring her his parents knew what her power was. It took Rogue a few minutes to realize his parents had accepted her, and then she felt like she'd cry. Bobby's mom had hugged her then, and told her something Rogue would never forget. "Dear, life is short, and our lists are long. Why fret the small things? Enjoy your gifts. Whatever they may be."

Evan's parents hadn't been as touchy as Bobby's, but they were still very welcoming. Kurt and Rogue felt very comfortable. Rogue got the guestroom, and Kurt had to shack up with Evan. It had taken them a good half-hour to quiet down and go to sleep. As with the night before, Rogue found she couldn't sleep. Everything was comfortable enough, but the unthinkable had happened. Two years of sharing a room with Kitty, and now Rogue was so accustomed to it, a room of her own was a bit disconcerting.

She laughed at herself. Then wondered if Kitty had the same problem. Rogue shook her head and turned over. She'd need her rest. Evan had said he and Bobby had a surprise planned for tomorrow. Rogue smiled. She liked this; she had to admit it. However, the thought of the two of them planning a surprise kept Rogue awake. Just what did they have planned?