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Chapter Six

You want me to what? Sarah was looking incredulously at Trevor. She had awakened up to find them alone in a parlor where in he spoke to her of Xavier's idea for her to stay. You can't be serious. If my father knew even that I was out of the city at this moment, he'd panic. Now you want me to just up and leave?

"Sarah, it's for your own good." Trevor felt even these words didn't help anything. It was like telling a three-year-old to stop having tantrums. He was beginning to feel exasperated. "Look, the Professor needs to be able to keep an eye out for you. He's better suited to this then I am. I can't keep shielding your mind and live a normal life style. It would lead to too many questions and sooner or later, even my energy would be tapped." He sighed, walked around a bit, a hand running through his mane of hair, "Look, would you at least consider it?"

She stared. I can't believe I'm hearing this. Don't you get it? A day ago, I was relatively a normal person, having two people who call themselves my parents, worry about me 24/7, having me see a shrink on a monthly basis, and just trying to live my semi normal life. All I want now is that life back, even if others think it's odd. It beats being known as some kind of freak.

Trevor gripped her shoulders hard this time, causing her to jump. His eyes grew very serious and his mind was shooting.

Listen for one damn minute! This has become more then just some crazed nightmare and your barking at me doesn't help a thing. I didn't ask to be this way but I will not be compared with some kind sideshow circus act! He dropped his hands from her and turned to a large window. Leaning against, a hand to his head. His words to left his mouth were calmer yet still somewhat steely.

"Like I've said, I understand. I've been there, I know what it feels like. To be misunderstood, considered odd…" he whispered quietly, "a freak. And there's nothing I can do about it." He hit a near by wall, looking at her with restrained eyes, "There's not a damn thing either of us can do."

Sarah trembled a little, deep breaths shaking within her. She sat down quickly, her face to her hands.

I-I'm sorry. I know I sound selfish. I should be grateful for what you've done for me. We hardly know each other yet you've been there like…like a good friend. One I've had for years. It's just…I'm scared.

Trevor lightened up somewhat and sighed, coming to sit across from her, "It's okay. I shouldn't have blown up at you. I just don't want you to get hurt. Not like I was. You have a good chance with the Professor. A better chance then I had. If he hadn't found me when he did…" he tighten his mouth at that point, saying no more about it.

"I know your fear. I hear it in your thoughts. Your gift seems like something even greater then mine. Let him mold you in the right way, help you so you can help yourself. If you don't…" he took her hands carefully. "Just…try it. See what happens. It couldn't hurt."

Sarah looked at him, her eyes watering. My dad…I wouldn't have to tell him?

"No. That would be up to you. Whatever you decide."

She nodded. Then she grinned somewhat, as if a funny thought had come. What about the play, Prince Charming? I do believe we have the staring roles. Rog wouldn't like to left in the dirt.

At this Trevor laughed, "I think we'll be able to figure something out."

~~~

"Great work, class," Rog clapped his hands as everyone either sat on the stage or took their seats off stage. "Now, for my usual announcements. Costumes, how's it coming?"

"Umm, kinda need some more funds and time," Cleo Spinder piped up, cracking her gum, "Harder then you think."

Rog raised an eyebrow, "It's suppose to be average clothes, Cleo. Not the Gap or La Château."

Some snickered as Cleo and her group pouted.

"Tech teams: Special Effects: Marco, do we have the fog yet?"

There was a snore as the group laughed. Chucked elbowed Marco hard who woke with a jerk and saw how Rog glared, "Umm, yes sir?"

Chuck whispered about the fog and Marco jumped in, "Oh, dry ice should be in a few weeks."

"Good to hear. And Marco, for your sake, I hope not next year. Try to stay on top of things, not asleep." This caused more laughter and a very red Marco.

Rog continued with several groups before coming to his main announcement.

"I have a surprise for you all. Thanks to the great work done on last years play, we have gained a sponsor this year which should help greatly in making for a better play. And no, Cleo, that still means average clothes. Please give a hand for Professor Charles Xavier."

The class applauded as Sarah and Trevor blinked in surprise. Out rolled the Professor on stage, giving a wave and a chagrin in their direction.

Professor? Trevor thought.

I will explain later. He nodded to everyone else, as if he hadn't noticed anything a miss. "Thank you. I am happy to be able to help in this year's performance with my support. I have a great love for the arts and hope each and every one of you feel the same way about your accomplishments. I'd also like to announce that after the performance, I will have the pleasure of awarding a scholarship to one or even two of you future actors for a full years training at one of the best acting colleges in this country. As well, the chance to perform live in one of the upcoming Broadway Musicals."

This caused quite the excitement among everyone as well as cheering. Xavier raised a hand, "Thank you. I will be having my assistant stay to watch your work and effort put forth to this play. And at your performances, I shall be at each and everyone. Thank you again." At this he rolled to the side as Rog came forward again.

"Thank you, Professor Xavier. Well guys, there's your incentive. Let go out there and knock the socks of this town."

"As well as their wallets," Chuck hollered to the laughter of everyone.

"All right Charlie, point proven. Class dismissed."

Everyone began to leave with noisy chatter and excitement while Trevor and Sarah jumped up on stage to follow Xavier through a side door.

"What brings you here, Professor?" Trevor spoke.

"Xavier grinned, "Well aside from the obvious announcement, Miss Williams actually."

"Ahh, I figured as much. Have you come up with a solution then for her to continue here?"

"Yes, as a matter of fact." He looked down the hall, "Jean!"

Jean appeared out of a doorway with a chagrin, " An interesting idea, Professor. Scholarship, that might be a bit exorbitant."

"Not as much as Broadway," smirked Trevor.

Sarah was still while this transpired. You did this because of me?

"It's not all that, Sarah," Xavier smiled, "I've been meaning to do something like this for years. You gave me the incentive. Now for my reason for being here." He glanced about, "Is there somewhere we might speak privately?"

Trevor nodded, "The court yard should be empty. Class is done for the day."

After arriving there, Xavier spoke, "Sarah, I understand that you've accepted my invitation to stay at the school, correct? Well it's come to my attention that you would also like to attend this school."

She nodded. It's the best way my father would become worried and realize I'm moving out of my apartment. He has been very protective since…she cleared her throat, looking at bit uncomfortable.

"Understood. It is a good plan. But as for him calling you, how shall you fix that?"

Easy. Just say my number got changed in some kind of misunderstanding. With the new area codes popping up in the city because of growth, he may over look the fact that it's further then he thinks.

Jean grinned, "My, Trevor, she is the clever one. Might give Beast a challenge at chess."

Sarah's eyes widened uncertainly. Beast?

Don't worry, he doesn't bite. Trevor grinned. "It's is alias. His name is Hank."

The Professor smiled, "As for Jean being here, she is watching your class. But it is also for your protection." His face grew serious.

Sarah grew nervous. My protection?

Trevor grew upset as he looked away. Xavier continued.

"You see Sarah, sadly there are others like us out there who do not share my opinion of coexisting with normal human beings. They would rather take advantage of new mutants then tell them their true motives. It can be very dangerous."

Trevor's mouth grew angry, "Believe me, you don't want to meet them."

Sarah seemed confused. Are you saying someone might try to hurt me? Or even use my…abilities?

Xavier nodded, "Unfortunately, yes." He glanced at Trevor, "Some are not as fortunate as you to be found early. You are lucky Trevor discovered you first."

It was apparent that Trevor shifted a bit, glancing at Sarah briefly, "Nothing big. You kind of were obvious, that's all."

Sarah looked to the professor, Did something…

It's best not to speak of it, Xavier voice whispered within her mind. She looked to Trevor but it seemed only she had heard him. Was this what Trevor meant about being hurt?

"So, Jean has kindly offered to act as my assistant in this matter and will alert us if anything should happen. Please don't feel upset by this, Trevor. In know you would do commendably as well. But two are better then one."

Trevor nodded, "Yes sir."

"Well, everything said and done, I believe you have some packing to do." Xavier grinned at Sarah, "I'll have the others help if you wish."

It'd be nice. Kinda takes a while otherwise moving an apartment full of stuff without my fathers car and him not knowing.

This seemed to lighten Trevor's mood, "Should be fun. It'll give the others some time to stretch."

~~~

In a darkened office building, footsteps could be heard going quickly down a hall and entering a room.

"Sir, something of interest for you."

"I'm busy," came a dark female voice, "Whatever it is, get rid of it."

"But sir, it's something 'new'. You wished to told about certain 'developments'."

The black swivel chair stopped its rocking, "I'm listening."

"It seems they have taken in a new student. She's caused quite a commotion on our equipment. Whatever she has, it's big. And growing."

The chair turned, the person in shadow but an evident grin on her pale face, "Is that so. Good work No. 72. Continue monitoring."

The aide gave a nod and left hurriedly. The woman turned to a her glowing consul, bringing up the information. A picture of a serious face with dark hair appeared. A chart was made up beside her as well background information. She smiled, turning away to a window.

"Well, it seems we have a new 'source'."

There was a dark chuckle as a reflection flashed on the window.

Her eyes glowed.

~~~

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