Matchmaker 5
By: slickboy444
AN: Hey everybody! Slickboy444 here, and here is the next part to my Scott/Jean saga. Even thought the big first date from the last chapter is over, I've still got some stuff to write about and add before this series is over. Just to let you all know, after this fic is over I plan to write another X-men story, but with a bit more action. I appreciate all the reviews that have been submitted thus far and I thank you all. Remember to send all your thoughts on my stories to slickboy444@aol.com. Remember, I don't own X-men Evolution or Zelda and I also don't own any of the music I may mention later in the story. That being said I hope you all enjoy my fic and best wishes to you all!
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 in this series.
AN: 'These mean character thoughts.'
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It had only been a few days since the fateful first date between Jean and Scott. Even though it wasn't that long, they became much more comfortable with their new relationship. In some aspects they were the same as before, in other aspects they were a bit more open with each other. They openly held hands, kissed in private, and showed more affection. The most visible difference was in their overall happiness. However, that didn't stop some of the other students from teasing both of them after they found out.
"Come on fearless leader, don't go soft on us now!" Evan was training with Scott, Kurt, Rogue, and Jack in the Danger Room. Evan and Kurt were the ones who liked to tease Scott the most. They were training against some new turret defenses that Logan made them train with now.
"Will you quit it with the softy jokes spike-for-brains?" Scott replied in an annoyed tone.
"No way man, Kurt says he caught you and Jean smoochin' between exercises all weekend!"
"And the fuzzy one tells no lies man!" Kurt said with a goofy grin on his face.
"Funny, wasn't it you who once said you got three cheerleaders to ask you to the sadie hawkins dance last month?" retorted Jack. After that little comment Scott, Rogue, and even Evan laughed at that. Kurt just blushed too much for his fur to cover after that little remark.
"Oh, so is that how it's gonna be Jack?" started Kurt who was a little embarrassed after Jack's comment.
"Hold that thought Nightcrawler." After that Jack withdrew his sword and, like lightning, slashed the rest of the turret guns to pieces. Afterwards, the rest of the students just looked at him in amazement, especially Rogue. Jack just casually changed back from his Link form.
"Now, what was that you wanted to say Kurt?"
Kurt, weary of pulling something after seeing that, replied, "Uh...Nothing man."
"That's game, set, and match man," started Evan, "Dude, Jack! You have GOT to teach us all how to fight like that Jack."
"Patience Evan. I will, just don't expect it to happen overnight," said Jack.
After that Kurt and Evan left the Danger Room. Scott started to leave too, but before he left he looked back at Jack, "Thanks man," was all he said before leaving.
That left just Rogue and Jack. "That was some amazin' skill back there, and I ain't just talkin' bout the fightin' you showed us," said Rogue.
Jack blushed slightly at Rogue's comments. She had been Jack's closest friend at the institute so far. "Thanks. I'll try to teach some of the stuff to you if you want."
"I'd like that. I'd like that a lot Jack." They both exchanged smiles as they started to leave the room. However, they stayed close for reasons unknown.
From above, Professor Xavier watched the scene from afar. Jack had blended nicely, but that wasn't his main concern. He had found out from Kitty about Scott and Jean's new relationship. He, to Kitty's surprise, fully supported Scott and Jean from the start. He always knew they shared a very special bond that went beyond simple friendship. Yet, he hadn't confronted either of them about it yet. Then there was Jack and Rogue. He noticed Rogue's behavior changing greatly since Jack joined the institute. She had gone from a gothic introvert, to a more open individual. At least that was the way she was around Jack. They were never far from one another and they shared more with each other than anybody else. He saw their new friendship as similar to Scott and Jean's earlier before they got together.
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While most of the institute was supportive and happy for Scott and Jean, Logan was the major exception. He was weary about anybody dating Jean at all. He had met Duncan and he knew what he wanted from Jean. Luckily, he scared the hell out of him and he neither wholeheartedly tried, nor got what he intended. Even though Scott was by far a better guy than Duncan even in Logan's opinion, he thought Scott was still after the same thing.
Scott had gone up to his room to rest after the danger room session. However, Logan followed soon after to confront him.
"We gotta talk bub." Scott turned around to see Wolverine standing in his doorway with a look on his face that could melt steel.
"Well it's nice to see you too Logan," said Scott knowing that Logan was never one to just give a normal greeting.
"What's this I hear about you taking Jeannie out on dates?" Logan looked visibly troubled and angry as well.
Scott had a feeling that Logan would be the first one to oppose his new relationship with Jean. "Well I guess you heard right, because we have been going out. What's the problem with that?" Scott's voice was not affected by Logan's stern tone. He remained unaffected as Logan approached him.
"You got a lot of nerve bub."
Scott didn't let him finish. "What nerve?! Why are you so angered that I'm with Jean now?!"
This only infuriated Logan. "Because I know you're no different than every other punk who Jean's bought here! I know what you're after with her. And you're not getting it!"
Logan grew angrier, but Scott remained undaunted. "You're forgetting one difference between me and every other punk she's bought home."
"And what might that be," said Logan in a sarcastic tone.
"I love her," said Scott. Logan didn't expect that. It shook him, but he remained undaunted. He began to make fists with his hands.
"You break it off with her now! Or I'll..."
"Logan! Stop!" Logan promptly turned around to see Jean standing behind him, infuriated by his behavior towards her and Scott.
"Stay out of this Jeannie!" started Logan.
"No!" She then used her telekinesis to fling him away from Scott. She quickly ran up to Scott. They both wrapped their arms around each other, to shield each other from Logan's wrath. Logan got up to his feet. Pure rage was apparent in his eyes. He was about to loose it and take it all out on Scott. But he saw them embrace each other for protection and he saw that Jean wasn't going to let Scott get hurt by his hands.
With a grunt he left the room, but not before saying, "This isn't over."
After he left Scott and Jean stayed, unmoving for the moment. They stayed close, subconsciously comforting each other.
"What was that about?" asked Jean.
"He...Isn't to crazy about us being together. He doesn't think I'm any different than Duncan," said Scott.
"That's crazy," said Jean in a semi-outraged tone, "You're nothing like him. You're far better."
"Thanks, but tell Logan that."
"Just give him some time. I guess he still sees me as a little girl," said Jean in a hopeful manner.
They briefly stood there in silence.
"You know, when he said I was no different than the rest of the guys you've dated he forgot one thing."
"And what was that?" asked Jean curiously.
"He forgot...That I love you," said Scott in a soft tone.
Jean gave him a warm smile. Then she gave him a soft kiss for thanks.
"I love you too."
After that the made their way downstairs for dinner, almost forgetting Logan's objections.
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After dinner the professor called Scott and Jean to talk to them privately. Both were nervous about what the professor would think about their newfound bond. Although they were sure he wouldn't be as confrontational as Logan was earlier, they were still nervous.
"Ah, Scott, Jean please come in," greeted the professor.
Nervously they walked in, waiting for what he wanted to tell them.
"Now you probably know why I called you here and there's no use repeating what the rest of the institute probably knows, thanks to Kitty." The lighthearted humor helped the couple loosen up. The professor continued, "I just want you both to know that ever since you two have been at this institute, you both have held your own special place. As a part of the team, you two have shown a deeply special bond that has helped you two in the field many times. And it is that same bond that, well, didn't take a psychic to see that it would blossom in to romance. I...Guess what I'm trying to say is, I'm glad you two have finally come to your senses...And I wish you both the best."
Scott and Jean, at a loss for words, managed to get out a smile. Inside they were far more jubilant that the professor, who was like a father to them all, had given them his blessing.
"Thanks professor. It really means a lot to us," said Scott.
"Yeah, thanks," said Jean.
They began to walk out when the professor had one last thing to say to them. "One more thing you two." They both stopped to listen. "I heard what happened with Logan, and don't worry about what he said. I know he doesn't mean it."
After that the two teens left they joined hands.
"You think he just gave us his blessing?" asked Scott.
"I think so," replied Jean with a smile.
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Rogue watched as Scott and Jean went through the day hand in hand. She saw them embrace each other, joke with each other, and be happy with each other. While she was happy for the both of them, one aspect saddened her. Whenever she saw them hold hands or make any other physical contact her heart sank. Seeing that reminded her that she couldn't share something like that with someone special. She was doomed to her life of isolation and she could never enjoy something as simple as a handshake or a kiss. Rogue left for her room to get away and clear her thoughts. On her way she passed Jack, who was about to say hi, but saw her walk right past him. It didn't take much to see her that she was troubled. He followed her discretely and he ended up outside her room. He carefully peaked in to see her laid back on her bed, wide-awake, just staring in to space.
"Penny for you're thoughts, Rogue," said Jack as he entered in to her room.
Rogue, slightly startled, looked to see Jack walk up to the side of her bed. She noticed his concerned look. All she said back to him was "Hey Jack."
"Are you okay? You seem upset."
"Guess it's hard to hide anythin' in this place," Rogue said with a light-hearted smile.
"I guess not. So what's troubling you?" asked Jack concerned.
Rogue didn't say anything initially. She tried to look away, but to no avail.
"Come on, you can tell me anything. I promise," reassured Jack.
Rogue took a deep breath. "It's just that...Ever since Scott and Jean hooked up it's been remindin' me. It's been remindin' me that no matter how much I want to or how close I get to someone, I can never touch them." There was an obvious hint of sadness in her voice, yet Jack let her continue. "I guess it just makes me sad, that I'll never be able...To know the feelin' of simply holdin' hands in the park, or to know the feelin' of something as simple...As a kiss."
Jack saw that she was on the verge of tears. He tried his best to console her. He gently placed his hand on hers, even though it was covered. Although it was frustrating to both of them, it did make Rogue feel a bit better. When she calmed down she gave his hand a squeeze, trying to soak up the feeling. After this tears began to form.
Jack took a deep breath, "Rogue, I can never know how it feels to be in you're situation. But I don't think that should make you forget...That I, and the rest of the institute, are by your side."
His words of comfort seemed to help. She did feel better after hearing his little speech. She then looked up at his face, and looked deep in to his eyes.
"I swear Rogue, I'll help you. Even if it takes all the magic in the universe, I promise you that I will help you," Jack just stared back at her to show that he was serious in his promise.
Rouge felt a bit better. Jack, whom she had known for less than a month, was willing to do something like that for her. It made her feel a lot better.
"Ya'd do that fer me? Why?" asked Rogue feeling a lot better from his promise, for she knew Jack was never one to make false promises.
"I know what it's like to feel isolated and constantly suffering. And nobody should ever have to feel that way." Jack spoke with sincerity, it helped Rogue get out a smile.
"Thanks Jack," said Rogue, still with tears in her eyes.
"Anytime. If you ever wanna talk, you know I live here too and I'm always willing to listen," said Jack as he got up to leave, but not before giving her a comforting smile.
As he left, Rogue still lay there. Jack's words had soothed her inner pains. It made her feel better that there was somebody like Jack to be by her side. As she lay back, she couldn't help but smile, and feel better that Jack was willing to console her.
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AN: That's it for part 5 of Matchmaker. I hope you all have enjoyed this story thus far, and I can assure you that I still have some more to write in this story. I plan for the next chapter to have a few surprises as Scott and Jean take their relationship to Bayville. So that means there's plenty more Scott/Jean and Rogue/Jack. I urge you all to submit reviews to slickboy444@aol.com. I'm open to all feedback. Until next time best wishes to you all.
By: slickboy444
AN: Hey everybody! Slickboy444 here, and here is the next part to my Scott/Jean saga. Even thought the big first date from the last chapter is over, I've still got some stuff to write about and add before this series is over. Just to let you all know, after this fic is over I plan to write another X-men story, but with a bit more action. I appreciate all the reviews that have been submitted thus far and I thank you all. Remember to send all your thoughts on my stories to slickboy444@aol.com. Remember, I don't own X-men Evolution or Zelda and I also don't own any of the music I may mention later in the story. That being said I hope you all enjoy my fic and best wishes to you all!
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 in this series.
AN: 'These mean character thoughts.'
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It had only been a few days since the fateful first date between Jean and Scott. Even though it wasn't that long, they became much more comfortable with their new relationship. In some aspects they were the same as before, in other aspects they were a bit more open with each other. They openly held hands, kissed in private, and showed more affection. The most visible difference was in their overall happiness. However, that didn't stop some of the other students from teasing both of them after they found out.
"Come on fearless leader, don't go soft on us now!" Evan was training with Scott, Kurt, Rogue, and Jack in the Danger Room. Evan and Kurt were the ones who liked to tease Scott the most. They were training against some new turret defenses that Logan made them train with now.
"Will you quit it with the softy jokes spike-for-brains?" Scott replied in an annoyed tone.
"No way man, Kurt says he caught you and Jean smoochin' between exercises all weekend!"
"And the fuzzy one tells no lies man!" Kurt said with a goofy grin on his face.
"Funny, wasn't it you who once said you got three cheerleaders to ask you to the sadie hawkins dance last month?" retorted Jack. After that little comment Scott, Rogue, and even Evan laughed at that. Kurt just blushed too much for his fur to cover after that little remark.
"Oh, so is that how it's gonna be Jack?" started Kurt who was a little embarrassed after Jack's comment.
"Hold that thought Nightcrawler." After that Jack withdrew his sword and, like lightning, slashed the rest of the turret guns to pieces. Afterwards, the rest of the students just looked at him in amazement, especially Rogue. Jack just casually changed back from his Link form.
"Now, what was that you wanted to say Kurt?"
Kurt, weary of pulling something after seeing that, replied, "Uh...Nothing man."
"That's game, set, and match man," started Evan, "Dude, Jack! You have GOT to teach us all how to fight like that Jack."
"Patience Evan. I will, just don't expect it to happen overnight," said Jack.
After that Kurt and Evan left the Danger Room. Scott started to leave too, but before he left he looked back at Jack, "Thanks man," was all he said before leaving.
That left just Rogue and Jack. "That was some amazin' skill back there, and I ain't just talkin' bout the fightin' you showed us," said Rogue.
Jack blushed slightly at Rogue's comments. She had been Jack's closest friend at the institute so far. "Thanks. I'll try to teach some of the stuff to you if you want."
"I'd like that. I'd like that a lot Jack." They both exchanged smiles as they started to leave the room. However, they stayed close for reasons unknown.
From above, Professor Xavier watched the scene from afar. Jack had blended nicely, but that wasn't his main concern. He had found out from Kitty about Scott and Jean's new relationship. He, to Kitty's surprise, fully supported Scott and Jean from the start. He always knew they shared a very special bond that went beyond simple friendship. Yet, he hadn't confronted either of them about it yet. Then there was Jack and Rogue. He noticed Rogue's behavior changing greatly since Jack joined the institute. She had gone from a gothic introvert, to a more open individual. At least that was the way she was around Jack. They were never far from one another and they shared more with each other than anybody else. He saw their new friendship as similar to Scott and Jean's earlier before they got together.
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While most of the institute was supportive and happy for Scott and Jean, Logan was the major exception. He was weary about anybody dating Jean at all. He had met Duncan and he knew what he wanted from Jean. Luckily, he scared the hell out of him and he neither wholeheartedly tried, nor got what he intended. Even though Scott was by far a better guy than Duncan even in Logan's opinion, he thought Scott was still after the same thing.
Scott had gone up to his room to rest after the danger room session. However, Logan followed soon after to confront him.
"We gotta talk bub." Scott turned around to see Wolverine standing in his doorway with a look on his face that could melt steel.
"Well it's nice to see you too Logan," said Scott knowing that Logan was never one to just give a normal greeting.
"What's this I hear about you taking Jeannie out on dates?" Logan looked visibly troubled and angry as well.
Scott had a feeling that Logan would be the first one to oppose his new relationship with Jean. "Well I guess you heard right, because we have been going out. What's the problem with that?" Scott's voice was not affected by Logan's stern tone. He remained unaffected as Logan approached him.
"You got a lot of nerve bub."
Scott didn't let him finish. "What nerve?! Why are you so angered that I'm with Jean now?!"
This only infuriated Logan. "Because I know you're no different than every other punk who Jean's bought here! I know what you're after with her. And you're not getting it!"
Logan grew angrier, but Scott remained undaunted. "You're forgetting one difference between me and every other punk she's bought home."
"And what might that be," said Logan in a sarcastic tone.
"I love her," said Scott. Logan didn't expect that. It shook him, but he remained undaunted. He began to make fists with his hands.
"You break it off with her now! Or I'll..."
"Logan! Stop!" Logan promptly turned around to see Jean standing behind him, infuriated by his behavior towards her and Scott.
"Stay out of this Jeannie!" started Logan.
"No!" She then used her telekinesis to fling him away from Scott. She quickly ran up to Scott. They both wrapped their arms around each other, to shield each other from Logan's wrath. Logan got up to his feet. Pure rage was apparent in his eyes. He was about to loose it and take it all out on Scott. But he saw them embrace each other for protection and he saw that Jean wasn't going to let Scott get hurt by his hands.
With a grunt he left the room, but not before saying, "This isn't over."
After he left Scott and Jean stayed, unmoving for the moment. They stayed close, subconsciously comforting each other.
"What was that about?" asked Jean.
"He...Isn't to crazy about us being together. He doesn't think I'm any different than Duncan," said Scott.
"That's crazy," said Jean in a semi-outraged tone, "You're nothing like him. You're far better."
"Thanks, but tell Logan that."
"Just give him some time. I guess he still sees me as a little girl," said Jean in a hopeful manner.
They briefly stood there in silence.
"You know, when he said I was no different than the rest of the guys you've dated he forgot one thing."
"And what was that?" asked Jean curiously.
"He forgot...That I love you," said Scott in a soft tone.
Jean gave him a warm smile. Then she gave him a soft kiss for thanks.
"I love you too."
After that the made their way downstairs for dinner, almost forgetting Logan's objections.
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After dinner the professor called Scott and Jean to talk to them privately. Both were nervous about what the professor would think about their newfound bond. Although they were sure he wouldn't be as confrontational as Logan was earlier, they were still nervous.
"Ah, Scott, Jean please come in," greeted the professor.
Nervously they walked in, waiting for what he wanted to tell them.
"Now you probably know why I called you here and there's no use repeating what the rest of the institute probably knows, thanks to Kitty." The lighthearted humor helped the couple loosen up. The professor continued, "I just want you both to know that ever since you two have been at this institute, you both have held your own special place. As a part of the team, you two have shown a deeply special bond that has helped you two in the field many times. And it is that same bond that, well, didn't take a psychic to see that it would blossom in to romance. I...Guess what I'm trying to say is, I'm glad you two have finally come to your senses...And I wish you both the best."
Scott and Jean, at a loss for words, managed to get out a smile. Inside they were far more jubilant that the professor, who was like a father to them all, had given them his blessing.
"Thanks professor. It really means a lot to us," said Scott.
"Yeah, thanks," said Jean.
They began to walk out when the professor had one last thing to say to them. "One more thing you two." They both stopped to listen. "I heard what happened with Logan, and don't worry about what he said. I know he doesn't mean it."
After that the two teens left they joined hands.
"You think he just gave us his blessing?" asked Scott.
"I think so," replied Jean with a smile.
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Rogue watched as Scott and Jean went through the day hand in hand. She saw them embrace each other, joke with each other, and be happy with each other. While she was happy for the both of them, one aspect saddened her. Whenever she saw them hold hands or make any other physical contact her heart sank. Seeing that reminded her that she couldn't share something like that with someone special. She was doomed to her life of isolation and she could never enjoy something as simple as a handshake or a kiss. Rogue left for her room to get away and clear her thoughts. On her way she passed Jack, who was about to say hi, but saw her walk right past him. It didn't take much to see her that she was troubled. He followed her discretely and he ended up outside her room. He carefully peaked in to see her laid back on her bed, wide-awake, just staring in to space.
"Penny for you're thoughts, Rogue," said Jack as he entered in to her room.
Rogue, slightly startled, looked to see Jack walk up to the side of her bed. She noticed his concerned look. All she said back to him was "Hey Jack."
"Are you okay? You seem upset."
"Guess it's hard to hide anythin' in this place," Rogue said with a light-hearted smile.
"I guess not. So what's troubling you?" asked Jack concerned.
Rogue didn't say anything initially. She tried to look away, but to no avail.
"Come on, you can tell me anything. I promise," reassured Jack.
Rogue took a deep breath. "It's just that...Ever since Scott and Jean hooked up it's been remindin' me. It's been remindin' me that no matter how much I want to or how close I get to someone, I can never touch them." There was an obvious hint of sadness in her voice, yet Jack let her continue. "I guess it just makes me sad, that I'll never be able...To know the feelin' of simply holdin' hands in the park, or to know the feelin' of something as simple...As a kiss."
Jack saw that she was on the verge of tears. He tried his best to console her. He gently placed his hand on hers, even though it was covered. Although it was frustrating to both of them, it did make Rogue feel a bit better. When she calmed down she gave his hand a squeeze, trying to soak up the feeling. After this tears began to form.
Jack took a deep breath, "Rogue, I can never know how it feels to be in you're situation. But I don't think that should make you forget...That I, and the rest of the institute, are by your side."
His words of comfort seemed to help. She did feel better after hearing his little speech. She then looked up at his face, and looked deep in to his eyes.
"I swear Rogue, I'll help you. Even if it takes all the magic in the universe, I promise you that I will help you," Jack just stared back at her to show that he was serious in his promise.
Rouge felt a bit better. Jack, whom she had known for less than a month, was willing to do something like that for her. It made her feel a lot better.
"Ya'd do that fer me? Why?" asked Rogue feeling a lot better from his promise, for she knew Jack was never one to make false promises.
"I know what it's like to feel isolated and constantly suffering. And nobody should ever have to feel that way." Jack spoke with sincerity, it helped Rogue get out a smile.
"Thanks Jack," said Rogue, still with tears in her eyes.
"Anytime. If you ever wanna talk, you know I live here too and I'm always willing to listen," said Jack as he got up to leave, but not before giving her a comforting smile.
As he left, Rogue still lay there. Jack's words had soothed her inner pains. It made her feel better that there was somebody like Jack to be by her side. As she lay back, she couldn't help but smile, and feel better that Jack was willing to console her.
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AN: That's it for part 5 of Matchmaker. I hope you all have enjoyed this story thus far, and I can assure you that I still have some more to write in this story. I plan for the next chapter to have a few surprises as Scott and Jean take their relationship to Bayville. So that means there's plenty more Scott/Jean and Rogue/Jack. I urge you all to submit reviews to slickboy444@aol.com. I'm open to all feedback. Until next time best wishes to you all.