CHAPTER TWENTY-THREE! Happy birthday to meeee! ^_^ Thanks for all you
people who wished me a happy b-day! Makes me feel all warm and fuzzy
inside. Well, here's da chapter! Enjooooy!
Rated PG-13 for…
Usual
Disclaimer…
X-Men and X-Evo not mine… but I have a loverly birthday cake here. *licks lips*
*: From the mind
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Suppress the Darkness
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"UGH! WHERE THE HELL IS HE???!!"
Rogue was storming from place to place like a chicken with its head cut off. Quickly, Remy grabbed her by the shoulders. "Rogue! Calm down! I bet Vince is fine. Don' worry!"
She growled. "Something can happen to him… I know it. It just-"
Remy narrowed his eyes and looked at her. "Chere, you're concerned about a grown man here. I know he ain't de sharpest tool in de shed… but he's strong. He can take care o' himself."
Rogue sighed. "I guess you're right." She looked aside from the man holding her and at… Vincent! Remy looked back and smiled. "Hey, you made Mama Rogue worried sick, mon ami."
Rogue grumbled and elbowed the Cajun. She walked to Vincent. "Where were you?"
The grown man scratched his head. "Walking… trying to think."
Trying to think. What a change. Vincent was truly thinking for himself. Rogue narrowed her eyes. "Emma… where is she?"
"Gone. She was around a while ago."
Remy tightened his fists. "A while ago?? What'd she do?" He now understood why Rogue was so worried. Emma was planning on Vincent to be alone again to talk to him… to attack. Vincent sighed. "Nothing really."
When they got back home, Kitty was glad to see Vincent. He was fine… he was still quiet. Remy lied on the couch and Rogue leaned against the arm of it. She closed her eyes and sighed. Remy moved over. "Wan' t' lay down?"
She grunted. "Yeah right. You sit, I lay."
He laughed "Fair enough." He sat and she lied down; her head on his lap. Remy smiled and played with her hair. She growled. "Don't screw it up, alright?"
He smiled. "We should start lookin' for Emma tomorrow."
She closed her eyes. "That's fine… but I know you just want it tomorrow because you don't want to make-up everything you missed, you slacker."
He rose an eyebrow. "I don' see YOU doin' your homework either."
Rogue laughed a little and looked to see Vincent standing on the hall. She sat up. "You know, you can come in, Vince."
The large man smiled. "I don't know. I like watching you two."
Rogue and Remy jumped and moved away from one another… they both blushed. Vincent laughed. He walked towards Rogue. "Thanks for worrying about me."
Rogue nodded. "Yeah… I guess I feel closer to you now that I know somewhat about your memories."
"I know you want to know who I am… I'm a puppet. I'm Emma's tool for achievement…" He touched the back of his neck again and looked at the ceiling. "Sometimes, I think God is laughing at me… you know?"
This was a different side of Vincent that both Remy and Rogue never truly seen. Rogue stood up. "Vincent…"
He sighed heavily and looked back at Rogue and Remy. "Emma isn't the only one hurting. It's me… it's you… it's both of you."
Remy smiled. "Dat's why we should stick toget'er, non?"
Vincent smiled back. "Yeah."
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It became late in the evening. Remy stood alone, the air of the fall began to brush against his face. He closed his eyes and began to think. Chances were Bella Donna was going to find them again, and try to capture him. He'd have to face her again… probably ruin everything he would possibly have with Rogue. He had to admit it. Rogue'd never go want something more. Never.
"Remy, we gotta quit meeting like this."
He looked over. Rogue. He sighed. "An' you t'ought I was followin' YOU?"
She sighed. "Oh, shut-up."
He looked at her. She looked at him… "What? Is there something on my face?"
He smiled. "Nah, but your mascara is runnin'… … you were cryin'?"
She growled and looked away. "No."
Remy moved closer and puts his arms around her. "Chere, why were you cryin'?"
He made her face look towards him and he wiped away the smearing mascara. She looked at the ground. "It's really none of your business."
"I understand… …I know y' said y' don' wan' me t' get hurt… but I don' care."
He leaned down and kissed her neck. She became as still as a statue. "Remy, don't do this."
He looked into her eyes. "I won' do not'ing if you don' want."
Who was she kidding? She wanted it… damn him. Why did he have to be so perfect? He smiled. "Now… why were you cryin'… or is it still none of my business?"
She sighed. "If I tell you will you leave me alone?"
"Heh. Chere, you should know dat not'ing will make me leave you alone."
She folded her arms. "Ok, ok… whatever. You want to know? Fine. It's just… well… its Vincent."
He blinked. "Meaning?"
"Nothing… I don't feel like saying."
He narrowed his eyes. "Rogue…"
She looked away. "Just don't tell anyone, ok? Promise?"
"Promise."
She looked at him. "I swear to God, if you ever tell ANYONE I'll-"
"Don' you trust me, Chere? I promise."
She sighed. "Ok. I was just thinking how it would be just living your life the way Vincent did. I thought MY life sucked… but… Jesus."
Remy smirked. "Are you really concerned about someone else?"
She growled. "C'mon! No one's that cruel… not even me."
Remy nudged Rogue and stood up. "G'night. See y' tomorrow." God. Why did she say all that to him? He certainly had a way of getting things out of her. Jerk. Jackass. She murmured to herself and closed her eyes.
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Morning. Betsy waited at the X-Jet. She tapped her foot. "I swear… am I the only one that's serious about this?" She sighed. "I'll give 'em one more hour."
Bishop finished packing his things and looked at a picture of his sister he had in his wallet. He shook his head and took the picture out. He wanted so badly to rip it in half… but he was going to save her somehow. He knew that Shard wasn't as moronic as she was acting at the moment. It was Trevor. He had changed her… and chances were that she was in great danger every second.
Morph quickly got ready and waited with Betsy. Rogue was on the phone. "Uh… HOW did you get this number?" Pietro scratched his head. Rogue sighed. "Never mind that. We're leaving soon. Come on and meet up with us soon, ok? We're gonna get Emma."
Pietro sighed. "Yeah, sure. How long will we be gone?"
"Probably a couple of weeks."
He smirked. "Great. See you and the others soon."
Rogue hung up the phone and looked back at Remy. She smiled. "Ready to go?"
He smiled back. "Sure am."
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Pietro leaned back on the seat in the jet. He looked at Betsy. "So… where are we going in the first place?"
Betsy sighed. "We're going to be looking for possible clues of where Emma can be. The first clue was pinpointed in Paris, France."
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They left their bags in the hotel. Betsy was going to stay with the jet and wait to pick everyone up. Bishop stretched his arms and looked out the window. "Where to first?"
Morph smirked. "I know where I'M going. Meet y'all later." He left. Vincent looked at the younger companions. "I'll got to the north part."
Bishop smiled. "South here."
Pietro shrugged. "I could take on all the directions, but I guess I'll take East."
Remy cracked his knuckles. "I take de West." He looked at Rogue. "Where are YOU gonna go, Chere?"
Dammit. She really wished Betsy would've stayed to go with HER… but… great. Looked like she was stuck with Remy again. It's not that it was a bad thing… it was just… they were in the most romantic place in the world, and after what happened the night before? The times before then? … but once she thought about it… Remy wasn't going to get all romantic on her, was he?
She sighed. "I guess I'm stuck with you, Gambit. Let's get going."
The two walked, avoiding each other's glances. Remy looked back. Rogue growled. "What is it?"
"Ready t' run?" He looked back at her. She nodded. The two began running as fast as they could. Rogue looked at the Cajun. "What exactly are we running from?"
"Saw de Chronomancer Group. Looks like dey're still trying to get us."
He grabbed her hand and turned to a nearby alley. Rogue had her back against the stone wall, and Remy moved over and shielded her without thinking. Rogue blushed; the smell of his cologne invaded her senses. He moved his head next to hers, his lips brushing against her ear. "I want you t' run over t' de fire escape." His voice was soft, gentle… but full of caution. "You wait atop de buildin', I'll work from down here."
He backed away, but Rogue stood still against the wall. Remy narrowed his eyes. "What are you doing? Get movin', Chere!" He drew out several cards. She snapped out of it and she ran across the alley, soon climbing the fire escape. Several members of Chronomancer, including Shard appeared. Remy threw some cards at them pivoted and ran towards them, taking out his metal pole weapon. He twirled it, hitting three men of the group.
Shard smirked and shot at Remy with her power ball. He fell to the ground, but got back up, tripping a few people. He ran closer to Shard. She shot at him again, but he dodged and his her in the stomach with the pole. He turned and hit the men beside her. Shard's breath was knocked out of her and she fell unconscious. Soon, he had knocked everyone down and he checked on Shard.
He held her head in his hands. Should he take her with him… and have her reunite with Bishop? … If Bishop heard he knocked his sister out and did nothing about it, Remy would be in trouble with him. He sighed deeply and picked Shard up in his arms. He began walking, but soon he fell to the ground from a laser shot to the back. "REMY!" Rogue yelled. She looked over to see Chronomancer. He was at full health, and held a laser gun. Quickly, Rogue jumped down from the building and kicked Chronomancer at the side of the head. Luckily, she regained her balance before she could get badly injured. He stepped back and held onto his new wound.
Rogue leaned next to Remy. "Gambit! Gambit are you alright?"
Remy laughed a little. "Take Shard… dis bastard ain't gonna get dat cheap shot in an' not expect not'ing from me." He stood up and handed Shard to her. She nodded with a smile. Remy took off his black trench coat revealing his black tank top and a scar on his left shoulder. Chronomancer folded his arms. "Well, I'm surprised you are still able to stand up."
Remy narrowed his eyes. "You wan' one o' de seven mutants? Jus' wait… you're gonna get a piece o' one!" He reached in his pockets… damn! No more cards! What the hell did he use his new deck for??? He must've used it all up practicing in the danger room.
Chronomancer rose an eyebrow. "Aw. Is Emma's little messenger having problems?"
Remy glared at Trevor. He smirked and began running towards the man who had shot him. Remy quickly turned and hit a window nearby. He grabbed a piece of glass and powered it, soon throwing it to Trevor. Trevor quickly put his hand in the direction the glass was to land, and the charged piece of glass stood its place. It fell to the ground. "Now, now. That can poke my eye out."
Remy smirked. "I guess dat was de intention, mon ami."
Rogue looked back. Dammit. Remy all of a sudden felt like he had to be a hero, huh? She clicked on the com-link Hank created. "Bishop, Vince, Morph, Pietro. Get over here if you can… that goes double for Bishop." She spoke. She sighed… looking from Shard to Remy. There was no doubt what she was going to do! She ran as fast as possible to Remy's side. He looked at her from the corner of his eye. "Chere… don do dis. Get Shard and-"
"Gambit, I'm not gonna let you play hero again! WE are partners, got that?"
He smiled. Partners.
Chronomancer laughed. "If we're all done here, I'd like to take both of you out of your misery." He raced towards them, about to hit Rogue over the head with the handle of the gun. However, this left Remy an open spot and he punched Trevor dead on the stomach. Remy smirked. "Jus' like Shard. Always leave an empty spot dere."
Trevor flipped back and shot at them. From that range, it was impossible to dodge. Remy held Rogue in his arms and he turned his back-- the laser hitting him again. Rogue growled. "What did I tell you about playing hero??"
He smiled. "Chere, I'm tellin' ya… I know what t' do. Jus' get Shard an' y'self outta here." He turned around but… Chronomancer was gone. Remy blinked. "Where is he?"
Rogue looked to see where she left Shard. Bishop stood there with his sister in his arms. He looked down the left side of him. There was another fight going on. Vincent was fighting Chronomancer. Rogue smiled. "I thought it wasn't his battle."
Bishop sighed. "Golem said that it was now… since Chronomancer was attacking you."
Rogue stood up and looked down at Remy. She helped him up. He smiled at her. "Don' worry, Chere. I'm fine."
She glared at him. "You better be, you idiot. You shouldn't have done that."
"I know, I know… but I couldn't resist."
Pietro folded his arms. "If we're done here… I think we should help Golem." They all went back to the main street. Vincent stood alone. He sighed. "He fled."
Bishop growled. "What an ass hole. If he loved my sister so much, why did he leave her?"
Morph sighed. "Obviously he doesn't really care. Say, lets get some grub."
Vincent nodded with a child-like smile.
"Shard? Shard… wake up."
She opened her eyes. Bishop. She jumped back. "Bro?? What…" She looked around. She sighed. "Where's Trev?"
"He left you behind."
She looked at her hands. "Figures." She sighed. "It was too good to be true." She looked back at her brother. "Sorry that I made you upset."
He folded his arms. "Don't expect me to forgive so easily." He grabbed a plate. "Here, we got you lunch." She took it and began eating. Vincent walked into the door. "I found the clue." He announced and sat on the bed. Rogue and the others crowded around the man. "How'd you find it?"
"It was glowing in an altar, like Emma wanted me to find it." He traced the words on the plaque he found. Pietro blinked. "What does it say?"
"Suppress the Darkness."
Remy growled. "What does DAT have to do wit anyt'ing?"
Vincent smiled. "It's a poem. It goes: 'Supress the Darkness. Oh Lord beholds. A land far away, where the dandelions grow. A hill to the east, a cave far west, and there you will find the White Bird's nest'."
Pietro chuckled. "I heard a lot of crappy poems in my day, but what the hell does THAT mean?"
Morph smiled. "Directions." He looked at Rogue. "We should leave soon."
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Duh duuuuuh! ^_^ I hope this makes up for the lost day. I was going to upload this yesterday, but I forgot the disk at my locker (d'oh!) ANYWAY… You know what to doooooo! Next chapter…
CHAPTER TWENTY-FOUR: JEWEL
Rated PG-13 for…
Usual
Disclaimer…
X-Men and X-Evo not mine… but I have a loverly birthday cake here. *licks lips*
*: From the mind
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Suppress the Darkness
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"UGH! WHERE THE HELL IS HE???!!"
Rogue was storming from place to place like a chicken with its head cut off. Quickly, Remy grabbed her by the shoulders. "Rogue! Calm down! I bet Vince is fine. Don' worry!"
She growled. "Something can happen to him… I know it. It just-"
Remy narrowed his eyes and looked at her. "Chere, you're concerned about a grown man here. I know he ain't de sharpest tool in de shed… but he's strong. He can take care o' himself."
Rogue sighed. "I guess you're right." She looked aside from the man holding her and at… Vincent! Remy looked back and smiled. "Hey, you made Mama Rogue worried sick, mon ami."
Rogue grumbled and elbowed the Cajun. She walked to Vincent. "Where were you?"
The grown man scratched his head. "Walking… trying to think."
Trying to think. What a change. Vincent was truly thinking for himself. Rogue narrowed her eyes. "Emma… where is she?"
"Gone. She was around a while ago."
Remy tightened his fists. "A while ago?? What'd she do?" He now understood why Rogue was so worried. Emma was planning on Vincent to be alone again to talk to him… to attack. Vincent sighed. "Nothing really."
When they got back home, Kitty was glad to see Vincent. He was fine… he was still quiet. Remy lied on the couch and Rogue leaned against the arm of it. She closed her eyes and sighed. Remy moved over. "Wan' t' lay down?"
She grunted. "Yeah right. You sit, I lay."
He laughed "Fair enough." He sat and she lied down; her head on his lap. Remy smiled and played with her hair. She growled. "Don't screw it up, alright?"
He smiled. "We should start lookin' for Emma tomorrow."
She closed her eyes. "That's fine… but I know you just want it tomorrow because you don't want to make-up everything you missed, you slacker."
He rose an eyebrow. "I don' see YOU doin' your homework either."
Rogue laughed a little and looked to see Vincent standing on the hall. She sat up. "You know, you can come in, Vince."
The large man smiled. "I don't know. I like watching you two."
Rogue and Remy jumped and moved away from one another… they both blushed. Vincent laughed. He walked towards Rogue. "Thanks for worrying about me."
Rogue nodded. "Yeah… I guess I feel closer to you now that I know somewhat about your memories."
"I know you want to know who I am… I'm a puppet. I'm Emma's tool for achievement…" He touched the back of his neck again and looked at the ceiling. "Sometimes, I think God is laughing at me… you know?"
This was a different side of Vincent that both Remy and Rogue never truly seen. Rogue stood up. "Vincent…"
He sighed heavily and looked back at Rogue and Remy. "Emma isn't the only one hurting. It's me… it's you… it's both of you."
Remy smiled. "Dat's why we should stick toget'er, non?"
Vincent smiled back. "Yeah."
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It became late in the evening. Remy stood alone, the air of the fall began to brush against his face. He closed his eyes and began to think. Chances were Bella Donna was going to find them again, and try to capture him. He'd have to face her again… probably ruin everything he would possibly have with Rogue. He had to admit it. Rogue'd never go want something more. Never.
"Remy, we gotta quit meeting like this."
He looked over. Rogue. He sighed. "An' you t'ought I was followin' YOU?"
She sighed. "Oh, shut-up."
He looked at her. She looked at him… "What? Is there something on my face?"
He smiled. "Nah, but your mascara is runnin'… … you were cryin'?"
She growled and looked away. "No."
Remy moved closer and puts his arms around her. "Chere, why were you cryin'?"
He made her face look towards him and he wiped away the smearing mascara. She looked at the ground. "It's really none of your business."
"I understand… …I know y' said y' don' wan' me t' get hurt… but I don' care."
He leaned down and kissed her neck. She became as still as a statue. "Remy, don't do this."
He looked into her eyes. "I won' do not'ing if you don' want."
Who was she kidding? She wanted it… damn him. Why did he have to be so perfect? He smiled. "Now… why were you cryin'… or is it still none of my business?"
She sighed. "If I tell you will you leave me alone?"
"Heh. Chere, you should know dat not'ing will make me leave you alone."
She folded her arms. "Ok, ok… whatever. You want to know? Fine. It's just… well… its Vincent."
He blinked. "Meaning?"
"Nothing… I don't feel like saying."
He narrowed his eyes. "Rogue…"
She looked away. "Just don't tell anyone, ok? Promise?"
"Promise."
She looked at him. "I swear to God, if you ever tell ANYONE I'll-"
"Don' you trust me, Chere? I promise."
She sighed. "Ok. I was just thinking how it would be just living your life the way Vincent did. I thought MY life sucked… but… Jesus."
Remy smirked. "Are you really concerned about someone else?"
She growled. "C'mon! No one's that cruel… not even me."
Remy nudged Rogue and stood up. "G'night. See y' tomorrow." God. Why did she say all that to him? He certainly had a way of getting things out of her. Jerk. Jackass. She murmured to herself and closed her eyes.
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Morning. Betsy waited at the X-Jet. She tapped her foot. "I swear… am I the only one that's serious about this?" She sighed. "I'll give 'em one more hour."
Bishop finished packing his things and looked at a picture of his sister he had in his wallet. He shook his head and took the picture out. He wanted so badly to rip it in half… but he was going to save her somehow. He knew that Shard wasn't as moronic as she was acting at the moment. It was Trevor. He had changed her… and chances were that she was in great danger every second.
Morph quickly got ready and waited with Betsy. Rogue was on the phone. "Uh… HOW did you get this number?" Pietro scratched his head. Rogue sighed. "Never mind that. We're leaving soon. Come on and meet up with us soon, ok? We're gonna get Emma."
Pietro sighed. "Yeah, sure. How long will we be gone?"
"Probably a couple of weeks."
He smirked. "Great. See you and the others soon."
Rogue hung up the phone and looked back at Remy. She smiled. "Ready to go?"
He smiled back. "Sure am."
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Pietro leaned back on the seat in the jet. He looked at Betsy. "So… where are we going in the first place?"
Betsy sighed. "We're going to be looking for possible clues of where Emma can be. The first clue was pinpointed in Paris, France."
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They left their bags in the hotel. Betsy was going to stay with the jet and wait to pick everyone up. Bishop stretched his arms and looked out the window. "Where to first?"
Morph smirked. "I know where I'M going. Meet y'all later." He left. Vincent looked at the younger companions. "I'll got to the north part."
Bishop smiled. "South here."
Pietro shrugged. "I could take on all the directions, but I guess I'll take East."
Remy cracked his knuckles. "I take de West." He looked at Rogue. "Where are YOU gonna go, Chere?"
Dammit. She really wished Betsy would've stayed to go with HER… but… great. Looked like she was stuck with Remy again. It's not that it was a bad thing… it was just… they were in the most romantic place in the world, and after what happened the night before? The times before then? … but once she thought about it… Remy wasn't going to get all romantic on her, was he?
She sighed. "I guess I'm stuck with you, Gambit. Let's get going."
The two walked, avoiding each other's glances. Remy looked back. Rogue growled. "What is it?"
"Ready t' run?" He looked back at her. She nodded. The two began running as fast as they could. Rogue looked at the Cajun. "What exactly are we running from?"
"Saw de Chronomancer Group. Looks like dey're still trying to get us."
He grabbed her hand and turned to a nearby alley. Rogue had her back against the stone wall, and Remy moved over and shielded her without thinking. Rogue blushed; the smell of his cologne invaded her senses. He moved his head next to hers, his lips brushing against her ear. "I want you t' run over t' de fire escape." His voice was soft, gentle… but full of caution. "You wait atop de buildin', I'll work from down here."
He backed away, but Rogue stood still against the wall. Remy narrowed his eyes. "What are you doing? Get movin', Chere!" He drew out several cards. She snapped out of it and she ran across the alley, soon climbing the fire escape. Several members of Chronomancer, including Shard appeared. Remy threw some cards at them pivoted and ran towards them, taking out his metal pole weapon. He twirled it, hitting three men of the group.
Shard smirked and shot at Remy with her power ball. He fell to the ground, but got back up, tripping a few people. He ran closer to Shard. She shot at him again, but he dodged and his her in the stomach with the pole. He turned and hit the men beside her. Shard's breath was knocked out of her and she fell unconscious. Soon, he had knocked everyone down and he checked on Shard.
He held her head in his hands. Should he take her with him… and have her reunite with Bishop? … If Bishop heard he knocked his sister out and did nothing about it, Remy would be in trouble with him. He sighed deeply and picked Shard up in his arms. He began walking, but soon he fell to the ground from a laser shot to the back. "REMY!" Rogue yelled. She looked over to see Chronomancer. He was at full health, and held a laser gun. Quickly, Rogue jumped down from the building and kicked Chronomancer at the side of the head. Luckily, she regained her balance before she could get badly injured. He stepped back and held onto his new wound.
Rogue leaned next to Remy. "Gambit! Gambit are you alright?"
Remy laughed a little. "Take Shard… dis bastard ain't gonna get dat cheap shot in an' not expect not'ing from me." He stood up and handed Shard to her. She nodded with a smile. Remy took off his black trench coat revealing his black tank top and a scar on his left shoulder. Chronomancer folded his arms. "Well, I'm surprised you are still able to stand up."
Remy narrowed his eyes. "You wan' one o' de seven mutants? Jus' wait… you're gonna get a piece o' one!" He reached in his pockets… damn! No more cards! What the hell did he use his new deck for??? He must've used it all up practicing in the danger room.
Chronomancer rose an eyebrow. "Aw. Is Emma's little messenger having problems?"
Remy glared at Trevor. He smirked and began running towards the man who had shot him. Remy quickly turned and hit a window nearby. He grabbed a piece of glass and powered it, soon throwing it to Trevor. Trevor quickly put his hand in the direction the glass was to land, and the charged piece of glass stood its place. It fell to the ground. "Now, now. That can poke my eye out."
Remy smirked. "I guess dat was de intention, mon ami."
Rogue looked back. Dammit. Remy all of a sudden felt like he had to be a hero, huh? She clicked on the com-link Hank created. "Bishop, Vince, Morph, Pietro. Get over here if you can… that goes double for Bishop." She spoke. She sighed… looking from Shard to Remy. There was no doubt what she was going to do! She ran as fast as possible to Remy's side. He looked at her from the corner of his eye. "Chere… don do dis. Get Shard and-"
"Gambit, I'm not gonna let you play hero again! WE are partners, got that?"
He smiled. Partners.
Chronomancer laughed. "If we're all done here, I'd like to take both of you out of your misery." He raced towards them, about to hit Rogue over the head with the handle of the gun. However, this left Remy an open spot and he punched Trevor dead on the stomach. Remy smirked. "Jus' like Shard. Always leave an empty spot dere."
Trevor flipped back and shot at them. From that range, it was impossible to dodge. Remy held Rogue in his arms and he turned his back-- the laser hitting him again. Rogue growled. "What did I tell you about playing hero??"
He smiled. "Chere, I'm tellin' ya… I know what t' do. Jus' get Shard an' y'self outta here." He turned around but… Chronomancer was gone. Remy blinked. "Where is he?"
Rogue looked to see where she left Shard. Bishop stood there with his sister in his arms. He looked down the left side of him. There was another fight going on. Vincent was fighting Chronomancer. Rogue smiled. "I thought it wasn't his battle."
Bishop sighed. "Golem said that it was now… since Chronomancer was attacking you."
Rogue stood up and looked down at Remy. She helped him up. He smiled at her. "Don' worry, Chere. I'm fine."
She glared at him. "You better be, you idiot. You shouldn't have done that."
"I know, I know… but I couldn't resist."
Pietro folded his arms. "If we're done here… I think we should help Golem." They all went back to the main street. Vincent stood alone. He sighed. "He fled."
Bishop growled. "What an ass hole. If he loved my sister so much, why did he leave her?"
Morph sighed. "Obviously he doesn't really care. Say, lets get some grub."
Vincent nodded with a child-like smile.
"Shard? Shard… wake up."
She opened her eyes. Bishop. She jumped back. "Bro?? What…" She looked around. She sighed. "Where's Trev?"
"He left you behind."
She looked at her hands. "Figures." She sighed. "It was too good to be true." She looked back at her brother. "Sorry that I made you upset."
He folded his arms. "Don't expect me to forgive so easily." He grabbed a plate. "Here, we got you lunch." She took it and began eating. Vincent walked into the door. "I found the clue." He announced and sat on the bed. Rogue and the others crowded around the man. "How'd you find it?"
"It was glowing in an altar, like Emma wanted me to find it." He traced the words on the plaque he found. Pietro blinked. "What does it say?"
"Suppress the Darkness."
Remy growled. "What does DAT have to do wit anyt'ing?"
Vincent smiled. "It's a poem. It goes: 'Supress the Darkness. Oh Lord beholds. A land far away, where the dandelions grow. A hill to the east, a cave far west, and there you will find the White Bird's nest'."
Pietro chuckled. "I heard a lot of crappy poems in my day, but what the hell does THAT mean?"
Morph smiled. "Directions." He looked at Rogue. "We should leave soon."
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Duh duuuuuh! ^_^ I hope this makes up for the lost day. I was going to upload this yesterday, but I forgot the disk at my locker (d'oh!) ANYWAY… You know what to doooooo! Next chapter…
CHAPTER TWENTY-FOUR: JEWEL