By: slickboy444
AN: Hey everybody! Slickboy444 here, and here is the next part in this little Scott/Jean saga. Just to remind you all, 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 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.
AN: 'These mean character thoughts.'
After his attack on Scott, Duncan was expelled from Bayville and arrested on charges for assault. The rest of his pals faced similar charges for helping him. Weeks passed and Scott healed from his injuries very quickly. This was thanks to Jack's magical healing abilities. Despite some lingering scars, Scott now felt stronger than ever.
"Hey Scott, wait up!" yelled Jack as Scott was walking to lunch after class.
"Hey Jack. What's up?"
"Nothing much, listen dude, what do you and Jean have planned for tonight?" asked Jack.
Scott just looked at him confused. "What do you mean tonight? What's so special about tonight?"
Jack looked at him, shocked, "Dude, don't you know tonight is the big spring dance at Bayville plaza!"
"Yeah...So?" said Scott.
Jack was getting frustrated. "Dude it's your seven week anniversary since you and Jean became a couple. This is big!"
"Seven weeks?" said Scott confused. "What's so big about that? I know the annual and semi-annual anniversaries are important, but what's so big about seven weeks?"
Jack calmed down slightly to explain it to him. "Okay Scott, you know how people always say that seven is a lucky number?" Scott nodded. "Well, in real terms it kinda is, just not in the crazy way everybody thinks."
Scott seemed slightly intrigued; knowing Jack's knowledge of anything magical or superstitious always had some basis in fact.
"Well, according to my knowledge of magic, when a couple stays together for seven weeks it means that their relationship will last. And if they celebrate the seven week anniversary under the night sky and the romance hasn't faded...Then the love in their lives with last forever."
Scott stood impressed by Jack's little story. He'd think it was crazy if it came from anybody else, but he knew Jack doesn't take things like friends and family lightly.
"Really?" Scott finally said, still a bit surprised from the little story.
"Of coarse man. Never doubt my life energy wisdom," said Jack.
"I never do."
Scott then got a little nervous. If tonight was such a big night, then he'd need to prepare. He'd need to contemplate how he was going to go about this thing with Jean. However, whenever he began to think that, Jack's advise about keeping it simple helped calm him down.
Outside Jean was eating lunch with Kitty and Rogue. Apparently, Jack wasn't the only one who knew about the little event tonight.
"So Jean...Has Scott said, like anything about tonight?" asked Kitty.
"What about tonight?" said Jean unaware of what she was talking about.
"Don't tell me you forgot! It's the big spring Bayville dance at the plaza tonight!" exclaimed Kitty.
"Oh," said Jean, but Kitty wasn't done yet.
"Don't tell me you didn't know!" said Kitty.
"Didn't know what?" said Jean getting a little frustrated.
"Tonight's is like, the seven week anniversary since you two went on your first date!" she chirped in excitement.
"Kitty...Why on earth have ya been keepin' track? What's so big about seven weeks anyhow?" asked Rogue.
Kitty got more serious to explain, "Okay, Jack told me this. He said that the seven-week anniversary is the pivotal time that makes or breaks a couple."
"Well...Why is that?" asked Jean.
"I don't know exactly. Jack said it was some kind of superstition or something like that, but still it's big," explained Kitty.
"Well I doubt Jack would lie about something like that just for kicks," said Jean who was starting to wonder about tonight and if Scott had planned anything.
"I still say that it's not such a big deal. I mean...Come on...Seven week anniversary?" said Rogue.
"I know Rogue, but I guess it couldn't hurt," said Jean.
"That's the spirit Jean!" exclaimed Kitty, "Now you just have to remind Scott cause I doubt he'll remember."
"Guys never do," added Rogue.
The three girls laughed at that remark as they walked off to continue their day.
Later that day Jean met up with Scott for her last class to discuss their plans for tonight. She hoped he remembered even though she herself didn't consider it that important.
"Hey Scott!" said Jean as she approached her boyfriend.
"Hey Red, look I've been meaning to talk to you about tonight."
"Oh...So you did remember," snickered Jean.
"Of coarse, how could I forget," said Scott with a grin, but then he quickly added "Well, Jack helped remind me."
Jean smiled back, slightly laughing. "So what do you want to do to celebrate?"
"What do you think...Go to Bayville plaza tonight...Just you and me," said Scott in a softer tone.
"Sounds like a plan. I can't wait," she said with a smile. As they left she gave him a kiss on the cheek, it was the first time she kissed him in plain sight for all to see. But it didn't seem to bother either of them.
Later that night at the dance in Bayville plaza Scott and Jean danced the night away in plain sight for all to see. They enjoyed the good food, the crisp spring night, and each other. As onlookers watched, smiles never left their faces. However they were not alone. Watching from a distance was their friend Jack Robinson. Who had come alone just to get out and for something else special he planned for a bit later. He wasn't having nearly as much fun as his friends. Despite numerous pretty girls flirting with him and asking him to dance, he stayed focused on watching over his friends. There were other reasons for his refusal, but they were far darker then he would like to admit. He watch Scott and Jean have the time of their lives as the music played and the good times rolled. He watched as they simply forgot about their worries earlier about keeping their relationship private. Now they seemed not to care if the whole world knew. As he was lost in his thoughts, Jack didn't notice somebody approaching him.
"Hey Jack," said Rogue as she approached him.
Jack, startled, replied "Oh...Hey Rogue."
He briefly stopped to see Rogue wearing a beautiful red outfit. He tried to hide his blush, but Rogue just smiled at his reaction.
"You look...Great," said Jack, still slightly surprised.
"Thanks. You don't look so bad yerself," replied Rogue.
"I thought you weren't coming. You always tell me how anti-social you are," said Jack.
"Well I guess free food, music, and an excuse to stay out late is better than nothin' at all," explained Rouge.
Jack paused briefly then he looked deeply in to her eyes. After a tense moment Jack finally spoke.
"Rogue...Would you like to dance with me?" asked Jack with as much sincerity in his voice as he could muster.
Rogue only smiled back at him.
"I'd love to Jack."
And with that Jack took her hand. Even though they were confined to gloves he could still feel her warmth. They started to dance in the night air. Rogue found herself finally making a connection with somebody and it was a connection beyond physical. For a brief moment, they both forgot about all their shortcomings in each other's presence.
From the dance floor, Scott and Jean noticed the familiar faces that joined the party.
"Hey Scott...Check it out," Jean said looking towards Jack and Rogue.
Scott just laughed slightly. "I guess we're not the only one's in the institute with more than a friendship."
"I saw the way Rogue looked at him when he saved us at that military base incident. You know what she said subconsciously that night?" asked Jean.
"What would that be?" asked Scott curiously.
She just smiled at him, "She looked at him dazed, enamored, and confused. Then all she could think was... 'Wow.'"
The smile on both their faces grew bigger. It had been the same thing that Scott thought the first time he saw Jean. It was an event that they both knew and treasured.
"Talk about de ja vu," said Scott, "You think they'll get together?"
Jean looked deep in to Scott's eyes, "I wouldn't be surprised at all."
Then they shared a deep kiss.
As the night wore on Scott and Jean soaked up the night. They danced, laughed, and kissed. Everything seemed to stand still and time seemed to loose all meaning in the process. As the end drew nearer and people began to leave it became more apparent that the romance that Scott and Jean discovered hadn't faded. It had grown.
"It's getting late...Wanna head back home after one more dance?" asked Scott.
"Sounds great. I hope it's a decent song," said Jean in return.
Across the dance floor Jack and Rogue were still dancing, but upon sensing it he began to head towards the stage with the DJ.
"Where ya goin' Jack?" asked Rogue.
"Don't worry, I came here for another reason. Your about to find out what," said Jack with a grin. Rogue smiled back, wondering what he was talking about. She watched him head up on stage and talk to the DJ. She saw him nod in agreement. Then he picked up a guitar that he bought with him and walked up to the microphone.
The DJ then made and announcement.
"Ladies and gentleman, for our last few sets of the night we have one of your own up here. He's here to sing a very special song for all you lovers out there."
Scott and Jean looked up in surprise to see Jack up there with a big grin on his face. He looked straight towards them with a smile. Then he began to play a soft guitar rift. Jean in turn put her arms around Scott's neck and he put his arms around her waist as they listen to the song unfold.
As Jack continued to play the song he looked over at Rogue and gave her a suggestive wink. She could only smiled right back at him. She continued to listen as the soft, soothing song continued.
As Scott and Jean listened to the last verse their faces drew closer. That song, it summed up their lives and feelings in a nutshell and made them remember that no matter how the future treats them, they'll never find somebody else like them...Ever.
After that the song was over and as Jack finished the song he looked over to see Scott and Jean...Kissing passionately.
'Legends don't lie my friends. I know you both are going to face major complications in both of your futures. You will have to go through things that would break up normal pairs. However, on this night you have proven...Now you're love will be everlasting.'
Later that night Jean fell asleep in Scott's arms. It had been a magical night for the couple. It showed superstition and legend that they were in it for the long run. In Scott's room they shared in the comfort in being together. A comfort that helped them grow and love.
Jack watched them that night and saw their bond, but he also found something else unexpected. He found a bond with somebody else as well, but he was reluctant to admit it directly.
"Hey there cupid," said Rogue as she approached him from behind as he was about to turn in for the night.
"Hey Rogue. Did you have fun tonight?" asked Jack.
"Yeah, I had a blast," she said with a smile.
They stood there for a moment in silence. Rogue deeply wanted to kiss him, but she knew that couldn't happen without hurting him. She felt saddened at the thought and Jack could sense it, but there was one burning question Rogue had.
"Jack...Why'd ya do this?" she asked with sincerity.
Jack was hoping she wouldn't ask that question. He didn't want to explain it; it was too painful. But he felt if anybody could understand him, Rogue could.
"Rogue," Jack said while taking a deep breath, "I know I act like some goody two shoes all the time. And I know sometimes I people see me as a flawless Boy Scout, but I there's a reason for that. Rogue, I've seen some terrible things in my life. What bothers me is...I had the power to stop some of those things. I could have prevented the deaths of a number of innocent people, mainly my foster parents. Ever since their deaths...Their souls, their demons have haunted me. Imagine having nightmares every time you try to sleep...Imagine feeling tortured by yourself and your conscious. I guess my kryptonite...Is my self."
Rogue looked at the pain in his voice. Even when he acted fine on the outside, he was tormented on the inside. It hinders his looks on life and love.
"Jack...I had no idea," she said as she gave him a reassuring hug. Although he didn't hug back at first, he did when her touch began to sooth his pain. Then their faces met, just inches apart.
"Look Rogue," began Jack, nervous about what he was going to say. "Nothing would make my world more complete than a kiss from me to you. But I know I can't and so do you."
His tone had grown sad and so had Rogue. She began to run her fingers around his face, trying to feel through her own prison.
"I know...And I wish..." She couldn't finish, she was on the verge of tears. Jack embraced her in a comforting hug.
"Rogue," began Jack, "I wish I could break you free of your prison right here and now, but I can't. And I swear I swear that no matter how much magic it may take me, I'll set you free from your isolation. I promise."
After that little speech Jack walked off to his room. Rogue watched him in a trance. He had brought Scott and Jean together, he taught others how to fight, and now he was going to help someone he had known for two months become free after a lifetime of isolation. As he walked up to his room Rogue, Scott, Jean, and the rest of the X-men looked upon him more than just a member of the family. He was a friend, a guardian, and an angel.
AN: Well, that's it for now. That's my little Scott/Jean and Jack/Rogue love story. That's it for now. I don't know if I'll add another chapter, but as of now I'll leave the story as it is now. I plan to write another X-men fic with a bit more action. It will still have Jack in it and it will have a lot more action. It will take place after this story time wise. Thanks you all for reading and please tell me what you think at Thanks and best wishes!