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A/N: Just wanted to apologize for the lack of Rogue/Remy and others in the story. Good news is that I should be able to update soon on my other story, but we'll see what happens. Happy New Year to everybody, and for me, a Happy Birthday! Let's hope for more fics in the upcoming year! ^ ^

Unexpected Visitor

by

gambitgirl

Professor Charles Xavier looked out of the window of his study and smiled. Cars and taxis were pulling into the Institute grounds and letting out the eager children within. Watching as the students below him chatted with one other over their holiday vacation, he grinned as he thought of one student in particular.

The Rogue.

She had been given the power of absorption through skin-on-skin contact with others, thus making her the Untouchable One. Feeling alone, lost, and confused in the world, she had finally met with somebody who had the ability to make her smile, if not happy.

Turning away from the window, he proceeded to wheel in the direction of the door. After all, he wanted to see their expressions when they discovered Rogue had a boyfriend of sorts.

* * *

Logan sighed at the chaos in front of him. The students had all decided to return to the mansion early so that they could celebrate the New Year together. If she's this hyper now, Logan thought to himself as he looked at Kitty, then I'm afraid to stick around tonight. "All right half-pint, settle down."

Pouting, Kitty looked away from the other girls she was gossiping with and glared at the snickering Bobby.

Holding his hands up in defense, he tried not to grin at her, but was failing miserably. "What? I didn't say anything."

Before she could reply, Xavier mentally contacted their minds. Why don't you all put your bags away and come into the living room so that we can all catch up with each other. Lifting up their luggage, the teenagers all made their way through the door.

Jean looked over the crowd of students and smiled as she caught sight of the familiar red-tint of Scott's glasses. "Hey!" She waved him over.

Scott blushed slightly. "Hi Jean. So, um, how was your vacation?"

Using her powers to carry her bags, she lifted a free hand to push her hair back from her face. "It was ok." She paused. "How's Alex?"

Scott frowned slightly. "He's doing good, but he still isn't ready to join the X-men yet. He said there are still too many waves out there he hasn't surfed yet."

"Don't worry about it Scott." He smiled when she put her hand on his shoulder. "He's still trying to adjust to having his powers."

"Yeah. I guess you're right."

* * *

Kitty and Jean walked towards the living room together, with Bobby and Scott leading the rest of the recruits.

They had just made it around the doorframe when Jean tried to cover a smile with her hand as Kitty squealed in surprise. "Like, oh my God!"

"What?" Scott had taken up his role of leader as everybody crowded around the door to see what was up.

Sitting on the loveseat together were Rogue and Remy. He had his arms around her as she was leaning against his chest.

"Velcome back, guys." Kurt waved happily from the couch. He gave Bobby a look that said he had some good information for later.

Nodding his head absently, Bobby glanced at Rogue. With confusion clouding his features, he pointed at Remy. "Isn't he the enemy?"

Raising his eyebrows, Remy whispered something to Rogue. He smirked as she started snickering.

"I see you've all meet Remy." Xavier entered the room and was a little taken aback by all the confused looks he received.

"Long story short," Hank spoke up, "he's on our side now."

All eyes fell on Remy as he shrugged. "Ya've got better femmes den Magneto."

Rogue responded by punching him lightly in the shoulder. "Watch it, Swamp Rat," she warned him with a smile.

The other students were a little stunned. They'd never seen Rogue this happy, and it was thanks to the Cajun charmer.

"Oh, you have so, like, got to tell us all the details." Kitty smiled. The other girls in the room nodded their heads in agreement.

"So. How were your vacations?" Hank asked.

* * *

It was nearing midnight as the new recruits danced the night away, while the others were talking in small groups. Bobby and Scott kept stealing glances at the newest couple as they talked to Kurt. Logan sat on the couch with Ororo, watching the coverage of Times Square.

"I wasn't sure if you were going to be here tonight, Logan."

He smiled. "And leave you with this bunch? I'm not that evil."

Ororo chuckled softly. "Still, I'm glad that I have a friend to celebrate the coming of the New Year with."

He looked her in the eye. "Wouldn't miss it for the world." Glancing at the TV, he stood up with her. "Alright people, get ready."

"5!"

Xavier and Hank nodded at each other.

"4!"

The new recruits gathered together.

"3!"

Scott held Jean's hands in his as Kurt smiled at Kitty.

"2!"

Logan leaned in towards Ororo as she closed the distance.

"1!"

Remy smiled at Rogue and held her close.

"Happy New Year!"

They recruits started cheering, blowing on noise makers and yelling as Jean kissed Scott on the cheek. Kurt did the same with Kitty, who blushed in surprise. Ororo's lips meet with Logan's for the second time, but was filled with as much love as the first time. Remy lowered his head and kissed Rogue right above the forehead.

"Happy New Year, Swamp Rat."

"Happy New Year, chere. An' dis time, we toget'er." Hugging her to him, he smiled. Dis be a good year fer change fer de both o' us.