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By: slickboy444

AN: Hey! Slickboy444 here. Hey, thanks to all of you who reviewed the story. Your feedback is keeps me writing more on this story. Here is the forth part of the story, I hope you all enjoy it and remember to send your reviews. Send reviews to I am open to all criticism. I don't own X-men, Zelda, or any of the songs lyrics mentioned so please don't sue me. I have nothing. I hope you enjoy this story!

All my x-men evolution fics are dedicated to Jen (aka littlesortaredheadedgirl) the author of the x-men evolution fic "Snow." I highly recommend you all read it. Because of that fic I intend to add Scott/Jean material later on in this series.

AN: 'These mean character thoughts.'

Jack Robinson was officially part of the family now. Scott, Jean, and Rogue eagerly told the rest of the team the good news. Everyone, even Logan, seemed to like the new member. Jack was now beginning to move his things in to his new room.

Logan: This all your stuff Jack?

Logan looked a little puzzled by his light traveling habits. He only had a backpack with a guitar and a medium sized travel bag with a couple of books and his cloths with him.

Jack: Yeah, I travel light.

Logan: So it seems...Need any help unpacking?

Jack: No...I can handle it.

The symbol on his hand began to glow again and he let out a flash of light. In what seemed like no time at all, all of his things were unpacked and his room was clean. Logan stood there impressed by his skills.

Logan: Not bad bub. You'll be an X-men yet.

Jack let out a smile as he left. He then went to meet the rest of the recruits. While he was doing that Scott and Jean filled the rest of the crew on the short version of Jack's past.

Kitty: That is like, so sad.

Kurt: Ja, he's had vorse luck than me.

Scott: Just remember guys, don't bug him about it. He still doesn't like to talk about his past. It wasn't easy for him to even tell us.

Evan: Hey, we've all got secrets here. We won't bug him man.

Scott: Good.

Evan: Anything else we should know about him.

Rogue: Not really other than he's kind of an introvert. Oh, and he plays the guitar a lot.

Kurt: Cool! Finally someone vith some new music for this place.

Kitty: Well it depends on how good he is.

Jean: Relax, I'm sure he'll surprise us.

Jean let out a smile, knowing Jack would fit in well with this crowd. Meanwhile, Jack was meeting up with Storm and Beast. They both seemed to like him and his attitude. It amazed them after seeing how friendly and kind he was after being told about the harsh past he had from the others.

Hank: I must say I'd love to see some of your magical abilities later on. It would be very interesting to study them.

Jack: Sure thing Mr. McCoy.

Hank: You can call me Hank if you want.

Then they heard Professor Xavier call out.

Professor Xavier: Dinner's ready!

Storm: Well, it was nice meeting you Jack. I'm glad you're a member here. You hungry?

Jack: Yeah! I haven't eaten a good meal in weeks.

And they went off to join the rest of the group.

Dinner was great for Jack. For the first time in what seemed like forever he felt like he belonged. He didn't say much at the table though. He just sat back, smiled, and made brief comment in their conversation. During this time he began to make mental notes about the rest of the team. He saw Professor Xavier as the father-like figure that held together the family. Storm was the well-cultured lady of heart and reason. Evan, who he later found out was Storm's nephew, was the cool, laid back guy obsessed with skateboarding. Kitty was the young, upbeat, classic teen girl who just happened to be able to walk through walls. Logan was the tough, stern mediator of the team. He seemed to portray a character more reserved and aggressive. Kurt was the funny guy of the group. Jack often found himself laughing at his antics repeatedly. Hank, or beast, was the intelligent, reasoning one with a deceiving outward appearance. Scott and Jean were a real enigma to Jack. He watched them across the table sitting together.

Jack: 'They're so similar, yet unique at the same time.'

Jack was careful not to let Jean hear his thoughts. When he saw them at first he immediately concluded that they were a couple because they were always hanging around each other and acting very nice to each other. However, Rogue was quick to tell him that even though they look and act like a couple, they say they aren't. It befuddled Jack because he saw in them a true bond of friendship and love. A love that was more pure than any he had ever seen before. But he still kept his silence, watching in amusement as they constantly "flirted" with one another.

Then there was Rogue...

Jack looked over to see her quietly keeping to herself. She was clearly someone who had a great sense of compassion, but was still an introvert. She was so much like he was. He sat fixated on her in a trance. Through his eyes he saw a true beauty in her. She was most like him. He felt her kind, understanding nature to be comforting, knowing that there was a kindred soul in the same house as him. When she glanced back in his direction he quickly looked away. Rogue was also drawn to Jack. His painful past helped her connect with him. She always felt a bit alone when it came to her own past, but now there was someone she knew who just might understand.

After dinner, Jack helped clean up and much of the group went of to start their homework or train in the danger room. Jack went up to his own room and sat on his bed. Suddenly, he heard a voice.

Voice: Jack...

Jack, startled, quickly turned around.

Jack: Link...Master.

Before him stood a ghostly apparition of the famed warrior of time. The ghost seemed to have a lighthearted grin across his face.

Link: It seems your luck has taken a turn for the better.

Jack: Yes, they...Have treated me very kindly and they have accepted me in their institute.

Link: So it seems. What made you join them? For all you know they could just be here to exploit your abilities.

Jack: I disagree.

Jack got a bit defensive, but he knew why his spiritual master was doing this.

Jack: You always taught me to trust my instinct. And my instinct tells me that I should be here. They fight and work for the same principles you have taught me to fight for and they do it out of great compassion for people who are different like me.

Link: Hmm, it seems your instincts have bought you to a better place.

Jack: Yes, I think I belong here for now.

Link paused for a brief moment, but a slow smile came across his face.

Link: I do too. You've done well my friend.

Jack: Uh...Thanks master.

Link: I just wanted to let you know that. You're beginning to understand the true way of the hero of time. Keep up the good work Jack. Keep it up...

And with that he disappeared.

Jack: I will my master. I promise.

Late that night Rogue was closing up her books. It was getting late and most of her teammates were already asleep. She was about to go to bed herself, but then she heard something...Something very soothing.

Rogue: What's that noise?

She walked over to window and looked out. There she saw a figure playing a guitar and singing soft, soothing lyrics. She curiously went downstairs and found it was Jack. She slowly walked up behind him.

Rogue: It's gettin late ya know.

Jack was startled, but unshaken as he looked behind him to see Rogue standing there, smiling.

Jack: I know...I just can't sleep.

Rogue went up and sat next to him.

Rogue: Ya nervious about yer first day at Bayville High tomorrow?

Jack: Well, yeah a little. I haven't had a real good history with school.

Rogue: Don't worry you'll be fine. And even if it don't work out like ya want, ya still have us to help ya. Yer never alone.

Rogue put her hand on his. It was a big frustrating that she had to wear a glove to keep from hurting him, but he didn't seem to mind.

Jack: Thanks Rogue.

Their eyes briefly met. They sat, paralyzed and fixated on each other's eyes. They felt a warm feeling, a new feeling of calm neither of them had ever experienced before. Somehow, they felt truly at peace in one another's presence. Jack tried to shake it off and went back to playing his guitar. Rogue just sat there, becoming mesmerized by the soft music.

Rogue: Ya got some fine skill on that guitar.

Jack: Really? Thanks Rogue. Wanna hear some of the lyrics?

Rogue: I'd love to.

Then Jack began to sing softly to the eerie and soothing tune.

(insert tune here)

Rouge continued to listen to the beautiful lyrics. Soon, she found herself resting her head on Jack's strong shoulder. She kept listening to the soft, soothing song. With all the craziness in her life, for a brief moment Jack's presence and his song helped her forget about it all. After he stopped, he slowly put his arm around Rogue's waist. They just sat there, watching the stars. Neither of them wanted it to leave, but Jack sensed they had to.

Jack: I'd better get some sleep. Tomorrow's a big day for me.

Rogue: Yeah...I guess ya should.

Rogue was a little disappointed that the moment had to stop, but she was to dazed to think straight.

Jack: Well...Good night, Rogue.

Rogue: Good night Jack.

He started walking off to his room.

Rogue: Hey Jack...

Jack turned around.

Rogue: Thanks...

Jack gave her a kind smile.

Jack: You're welcome.

AN: Well, that's it for the initial part of this series. Now Jack is a true X-men! Thank you all for reading this. Please remember to submit your review, my email is Just to let you know, I'm not done completely with this yet. I plan to write another, separate fic from this that will act as a sequel. Be sure to look out for it! It will be the fic where Scott and Jean hook up at last! I will also add more Jack/Rogue material as well. Thanks again for reading and best wishes to you all.