Chapter 3: Rogue Wants to meet Vega
Rogue sat in a classroom setting surrounded by familiar faces. Familiar in the fact she saw them every day. Familiar in the fact they were shunned from society as was she. They were not however overly friendly. After all, who would want to get to know a person who couldn't even shake your hand, or give you a hug without potentially killing you? She doodled on her notebook and occasionally glanced at Bobby Drake. He was the only one who was somewhat friendly with her. She couldn't bring herself to hope for more than a passing friendship with him…But at least he was there to talk to. She was brought back by the sound of Dr. Grey's voice.
"Ororo, may I borrow Rogue?" Dr. Grey asked looking at Rogue. Storm nodded and Rogue made her way to the front of the classroom. Once outside the class room Rogue turned to Dr. Grey.
"Why do you need me?"
"We've just received a new student… The professor would like you to meet her…talk to her, perhaps befriend her." Jean answered walking down the hall towards Xavier's office. Rogue stumbled a bit but kept walking. 'Befriend' someone? Was the professor crazy? Even the people that had known her for awhile were still uncomfortable around her. He expected her to 'befriend' a total stranger?
"Why? Why me? I'm sure there are plenty of other students dying to make a new friend. Plenty of them are much friendlier than I am."
"The professor did not want me to tell you anything more until you saw the girl."
"Whatever…" Rogue muttered. They reached the professor's office and Dr. Grey ushered her in.
"Rogue…I have a favor to ask of you…" Professor Xavier said. He calmly explained Vega's situation. Rogue found herself angry for the girl. What right did those monsters have to force so many life forces on someone who hadn't asked to have such a "gift" in the first place? It wasn't right, it wasn't fair, and Rogue wanted to set it right.
"Can I meet her?" Rogue asked after the professor was done. Maybe they could be…friends of a sort. After all birds of a feather and such, right?
A/N: Short...? Yeah, it is. But I've been preparing for the SAT. It might get longer later. Any suggestions are welcome.
