Disclaimer: I don't own the X-Men. I don't own the show American Idol. I don't make any profit from Ruben and Clay's CD sales or this story. Marvel, do not feel threatened!

Shout out's: ziel- I don't think that can be called a review, but thanks for voting.

cyclops_X-girl14- you had a little more enthusiasm then ziel.

Auramistealia- I didn't even ask you to vote! Yea! Thank you.

Amber Myst- Wow. That's the closest thing to a flame I've ever gotten. Damning someone over a cliff hanger is a little extreme, don't you think? Good girl, you took a chill pill! Now I suggest you chug a bottle of them.

Ruben Fan- I must be honest with you, I don't agree with you on Clay. He can sing like nobody's business. But we are all entitled to our opinions. Glad you like this story.

lightningfire - yeah, it is an awesome movie. Jack Sparrow is the best! (Sorry to all you Will fans)

Megan Sleevewillow-I have done a bit of Jean bashing already and I better stop before I get carried away. And about Rogue liking Clay, you'll just have to read. :)

jskullguy- lol! I never thought of that, but you could be right.



Stevie Storm- you love it? *grins*

Georgia Peach- you will just have to wait and see, like I have to wait to find out where the necklace come from in your story. :)

StormHeart- yes, a cliff hanger, but it's not really. I do like them, if I'm the one writing them. :b

~~~~The Results~~~~

reviewers who are Ruben fans- 5

reviewers who are Clay fans- 4

~~Ruben wins round 3!~~

Chapter 4: The Results

"And the new American Idol is..." He paused.

*Tell us, ya...* Rogue's thought was not completed as Ryan Seacrest finally said,

"Ruben Studderd."

There was a pause. Then, a shriek was heard. It sounded like it came from far off (my family room to be exact) then Kitty burst into tears and began to run up the stairs.

Jubilee and Ray began began swinging each other around, shouting joyfully.

Tabitha smirked and told Roberto he could go back to sleep.

Rahne started howling mournfully. Literally.

Evan was doing a little dance.

Miss. Munroe started to go after Kitty when Kurt yelled "Kitty come back! It's not over yet!"

After this announcement everyone settled down and Kitty sheepishly got back on the sofa.

"He's taking it very well." said Sam, referring to Clay.

"Yes, veerrry well." said Bobby.

He really looks happy for Ruben, Rogue noticed. *Not as happy as if he had won, but still happy*

"Good sportsmanship." Scott murmured.

Rogue sat up from the sofa and headed towards the stairs.

"Where are you going Rogue? We were going to have a party to celebrate." Jean smiled down at her.

"Ah'm not on your side, or anyone's side, why should Ah celebrate Ruben winning?"

"He's a fellow Southerner?" suggested Ray.

"Their both Southerners." said a sleepy and somewhat muffled voice.

Rogue and Jean looked down at there feet and saw Roberto still laying on the ground using his arms as a pillow. Ray said in awe, "How could he know that? He's been sleeping through every single episode."

Leaving a befuddled Ray to sort out that mystery, Jean continued "Neutral parties can stay. So can Clay fans if they want too, of course."

"Thanks, but no, Ah just wanna go to bed." She tried to smile but she thought her face would crack.

"If your sure." Jean looked relieved though.

Rogue clunked up the stairs (combat boots, they clunk) and when she got into her room, she threw herself on her bed and stared at the ceiling. Kitty came up a few minutes later and did the same thing, except Kitty was laying face down.

They stayed in these positions for a little bit until Kitty flopped on to her side to look at Rogue. "This really sucks, you know?"

"Sure."

"Come on Rogue, you know you wanted Clay to win."

"Sure."

Kitty let out a tiny shriek of exasperation and rolled onto her back. "If you don't like his singing then I guess you won't want to listen to his CD, when I get it."

Kitty's eyes were rolled to one side, watching Rogue's expression.

"He gets a CD?" Rogue's face was blank.

"Yeah, didn't you hear? Their both getting record deals. And their singles are coming soon, June 10th I think."

"Hmm." Rogue had her eyes closed.

"Sooo, when I get his single you probably won't want to listen to it, right?"

"Ah don't listen to that kind of music, so, no, Ah won't be listenin' to it."

"Ooookay, your loss."

"Ah'm sure."

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Ruben fans, be grateful. I had the power to change history, but I did not. Ruben wins in the Marvel universe like in ours. Keep reading everyone! I still have at least one more chapter to put up. And the poll's are still open. Vote when you review! (See above)

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