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"Descent of the Phoenix" By: Wicked-Wytch
Disclaimer: I've given up on coming up with witty and/or ingenious disclaimers (at least for this chapter). So, I don't own the Xmen and all that good stuff.
R/R and Enjoy! (Please review!) Sry for taking so long to update, I didn't realize that I had taken such a long break.
I GOT 100 REVIEWS!!! WOO HOO!! WOO HOO!! *dances until the men come with straitjacket*. (Btw- I'm working on something special to celebrate, but I'm behind schedule, so it'll pop up later (when? No one knows :D). I know you're all uber-excited). ^-^
Note- this whole thing takes place in Canada (blame Canada, blam Canada... :D jkjk)
Oh, and a final note- you all should check out Wolverine: A Link to the Past by X-Gene. This author is cool ppl. Plus the story's all about... you guessed it.. Wolvie. ANd make sure to review plz! Thanx tons!
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Jason smiled warmly at Jean. They had spent the greater part of the last few hours talking. Mainly, they had discussed their previous life together. He'd explained how they'd fallen in love. And, he'd even explained her mutant powers to her. After he felt she was satisfied, he took a small break, catching his breath and rechecking his story to make sure he hadn't left any holes. All he needed now, he thought, was to confuse her further. If he gave her the chance, he knew, she could regain her memory. And that would only mess up his plans.
He was extremely grateful for Emma's power of mind control.
She was on her way to the cabin, Jason knew. So, he'd have to prepare Jean.
"Jean," he smiled his convincingly fake smile and spoke in his fabricated kind voice, "I was thinking that we should head back home. I called up a friend of ours. I hoped that if you saw her and spoke to her, maybe your memory would come back. We'll talk, all of us, and then we can go home."
Jean watched him carefully. She made a disturbing habit of that- just observing. Of course, she always had a friendly look in her eye, but it still made Jason nervous because behind that kindness, he had the feeling that there was cold calculation going on inside that head. It was so faint and fleeting that Jason wasn't exactly sure what to make of it. So he ignored it, forcing himself to continue to play the part of a nice guy.
Really, he couldn't wait until this whole thing was over. He was used to being a con artist and a fake, but even he felt a pang of guilt as he made her believe his story. Of course, he pushed this aside quickly, telling himself it'd all be worth it when he was rich and powerful. Full members of the Hell Fire Club could do whatever the hell they wanted. Maybe, he thought hopefully, if he finished this job he'd finally be able to take a break from everything and rest.
Jean's voice woke Jason up from his daydreams.
"A friend?" There was a bright, hopeful look in her eye, "Who?"
"Her name's Emma."
"How do we know her?"
"Oh," Jason smiled, "That's an interesting one..."
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His breath came out in cold gasps. It was surprising to Scott just how quickly the cold could take hold of him. Rubbing his hands together, he took in the sight of the sunlight reflecting off the lake once again. There was a grim look on his face. Xavier had told him to investigate a small cabin. He hadn't given many specifics, only that there might be something relating to Jean in the cabin and that it was almost 40 minutes away from the lake.
It was time for him to leave.
It was hard, saying goodbye. Scott had to force himself to take the first step back. He hung his head as he walked away. Would this be the last place he had seen Jean? Quite suddenly, he straightened himself and set his jaw, refusing to think the worst just yet.
*She's alive,* Scott told himself. *She has to be.*
She had, after all, sent him that dream. She wanted him to keep looking.
So he would. Cyclops walked, his shoes crunching in the fresh snow. His sense of duty would make him carry this out to the end. Whatever he found in the cabin, he hoped it would lead him to Jean Grey.
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She knocked, lightly and politely, on the hard wooden door, keeping an eye on her finely manicured nails the whole time. Emma gave herself a once over mentally as she waited for the door to open. She had been told that she would have to play along. It was like a game, Jason had told her, or a play. And she had an important role to play.
The door opened after a long minute and Emma stepped in swiftly, already removing her fur and carefully handing it to Jason. Her heel clicked against the wooden floor. She could sense that her Phoenix was just a room away, so she began toward her. But the look on Jason's face stopped her from going much further.
"She's still very fragile," Jason whispered. "You have to be very careful with her. We don't want her to remember her life in the mutant school. And we don't want her to remember how to use her powers. Right now, she's pretty weak and can't read anyone. If you jolt her too much-"
"I know what I'm supposed to do," Emma replied sharply. That said, she continued until she was standing before a closed door. It was large and thick and Emma pushed it aside quickly.
A red headed woman in a baggy shirt and pants was sitting on the edge of a large mattress. Her eyes were inquisitive, unsure, and large. There seemed to be a question in her face.
"Hello, Jean," Emma spoke with a false kindness that was surprisingly convincing. "It's me, Emma."
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Jean watched the blond woman in white as she entered the room. There was no snap of memory, no recollection of this woman. She had hoped that upon seeing her, she'd have been able to feel something. The way Jason had described her, Emma had been very close to her, nearly a sister.
But she hadn't felt a thing when she'd laid eyes on Emma Frost except curiosity. Jean returned Emma's smile and rose from the bed, quick to embrace her. Emma seemed to stiffen up at this, though just for a second. It was strange to Jean, but she shrugged it off.
"It's..." Jean chose her words carefully, "So good to see you."
"You don't remember me, do you?" Emma asked softly.
Jean gave her an apologetic look and shook her head, no. "I'm sorry..."
"It's ok. You'll remember soon enough." Emma ran a hand through her straight hair and inspected a blue nail before gesturing toward the bed, "Sit, please." Jean did as told, always keeping an eye on closely on Emma.
~~~~~
*Yes,* Emma thought slyly, *You'll remember it all.* For a moment, her grin turned wicked but it quickly reverted to its friendly form. "I..." She paused, pretending to think, "Well... I think I can help you remember some things." She sighed heavily and then turned her head to the side. "It may be too much for you, right now, though."
"What is it?" Jean asked. "If you can help me get things back, I want to do it."
"Yes," Emma grinned, "But maybe we should wait a little." She was setting her trap, laying out the web for the innocent butterfly to be caught in. And she knew it would work.
"Please, just tell me. I want to know what I've lost."
"Well... you see, I'm a telepath as well. I can use my powers..."
"I want to do it," there was a sudden determined look in Jean's eye.
"But..."
"Please, Emma."
"Well, if you insist..." Emma grinned darkly, but her face was out of Jean's view. *This is too easy,* Emma thought. The pale woman turned and faced Jean, holding her hands up, on the sides of Jean's head. "Close your eyes," Emma said, "And try to keep your mind blank. I'll do the rest."
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Ok... I admit it, I'm a bastard. *grin* It's all coming to a big thingy (how many times have I said that, now?). And I'm trying to make it happen next chappy- tho I can't make any promises, sometimes it just won't come out too quick (what can I say? I'm longwinded!). Anyway, the wait is almost over. Patience, my readers ^-^ *taking much too much sadistic pleasure in making you all wait*
Reviewers: Hello, gentle reviewers! I have a question for you. Not a question, really more of a request. If you're into anime... or if you just like funny stories, please can you go and check out my other Yu Yu Hakusho story "Darque Tournament" (yes, I kno the title's crappy). But the story is good (a lot of humor) and i want more reviews. Btw- Have I ever said that I luv my reviewers... just wanted to share that with ya :D.
RogueCajun - OOOO U have vain magical action figures??? I WANT SOME!!! *frantic child-like obsession* Where'd you get 'em and how much did they cost!!! And of course I will clone Pyro for you, you are a good and faithful reviewer :D It takes a few days tho... would you like any special features on your Pyro? Thanx for review.
Rightcouch- Thanks for the review. Yeah, Merci and Lita are my OC's. I would have added Kitty, but I don't really like her too much and she is alredy in the institute (i woulda only used her if she hadn't already been there in the movie). Gambit makes a cameo (actually, Kitty does too) and I don't know much about Angel, though I think he's a cutie :D lol. I know I focus too much on Pyro... it's a problem... I need to join a support group or something *heavy sigh* The first step is always admitting you have a problem. I won't be adding the brotherhood (sorry) just have too many characters here as is. Glad you reviewed though, I really appreciate constructive criticism.
Alia- Thanks... a world without bunnies and full of cute guys is like heaven *grin* You meant the Phoenix when you were speaking of the pacifist, right? Don't worry... she's still violent and evil, she's just being patient. After all, the Phoenix isn't even evil in the beginning when she's introed in the cartoon.
drama-nerd016- "you must be a lot of fun! " awwwwww *tear tear* See!!! This is why I luv reviewers!!! *gives u a big hug* okok, I'll get myself together. *gets self together* I must grudgingly admit that the actor who plays Scott IS really hot (See, I think that if he just stood there in the movie and did and said nothing, he'd b perfect ^-^) ooo... but he's not as cute as logan or john :D *must not blaspheme my hot ones* and I'm glad you like slutty Emma ^_^
Eadha Ohn - I'm glad you like Merci (least someone does:D). *forces self to not say anything* well... you'll see about a Jean/Scott meeting. I think it's sorta obvious that something might happen like that. *the monsters in my closet suddenly break out and pull me inside, ready to torture me for giving away storylines* Thanks for the review... *is swallowed into the closet*
Blackheart Syaoran- Hey! Cool name! Glad you're interested in the story and hope you stick around for more. Thanx for the review!!
maria- The Great Maria-san!! *low bow of respect* Honored, I am to be reviewed by you so many times. BTW You were review no. 100 :D :D. There will be a special place in my heart for u always (hehe) Thanx muchly! TTYL
Hold me, Thrill me, Kiss me, Kill me- well maybe not the last one... (U2! ^-^) ~Wicked
"Descent of the Phoenix" By: Wicked-Wytch
Disclaimer: I've given up on coming up with witty and/or ingenious disclaimers (at least for this chapter). So, I don't own the Xmen and all that good stuff.
R/R and Enjoy! (Please review!) Sry for taking so long to update, I didn't realize that I had taken such a long break.
I GOT 100 REVIEWS!!! WOO HOO!! WOO HOO!! *dances until the men come with straitjacket*. (Btw- I'm working on something special to celebrate, but I'm behind schedule, so it'll pop up later (when? No one knows :D). I know you're all uber-excited). ^-^
Note- this whole thing takes place in Canada (blame Canada, blam Canada... :D jkjk)
Oh, and a final note- you all should check out Wolverine: A Link to the Past by X-Gene. This author is cool ppl. Plus the story's all about... you guessed it.. Wolvie. ANd make sure to review plz! Thanx tons!
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Jason smiled warmly at Jean. They had spent the greater part of the last few hours talking. Mainly, they had discussed their previous life together. He'd explained how they'd fallen in love. And, he'd even explained her mutant powers to her. After he felt she was satisfied, he took a small break, catching his breath and rechecking his story to make sure he hadn't left any holes. All he needed now, he thought, was to confuse her further. If he gave her the chance, he knew, she could regain her memory. And that would only mess up his plans.
He was extremely grateful for Emma's power of mind control.
She was on her way to the cabin, Jason knew. So, he'd have to prepare Jean.
"Jean," he smiled his convincingly fake smile and spoke in his fabricated kind voice, "I was thinking that we should head back home. I called up a friend of ours. I hoped that if you saw her and spoke to her, maybe your memory would come back. We'll talk, all of us, and then we can go home."
Jean watched him carefully. She made a disturbing habit of that- just observing. Of course, she always had a friendly look in her eye, but it still made Jason nervous because behind that kindness, he had the feeling that there was cold calculation going on inside that head. It was so faint and fleeting that Jason wasn't exactly sure what to make of it. So he ignored it, forcing himself to continue to play the part of a nice guy.
Really, he couldn't wait until this whole thing was over. He was used to being a con artist and a fake, but even he felt a pang of guilt as he made her believe his story. Of course, he pushed this aside quickly, telling himself it'd all be worth it when he was rich and powerful. Full members of the Hell Fire Club could do whatever the hell they wanted. Maybe, he thought hopefully, if he finished this job he'd finally be able to take a break from everything and rest.
Jean's voice woke Jason up from his daydreams.
"A friend?" There was a bright, hopeful look in her eye, "Who?"
"Her name's Emma."
"How do we know her?"
"Oh," Jason smiled, "That's an interesting one..."
~~~~~
His breath came out in cold gasps. It was surprising to Scott just how quickly the cold could take hold of him. Rubbing his hands together, he took in the sight of the sunlight reflecting off the lake once again. There was a grim look on his face. Xavier had told him to investigate a small cabin. He hadn't given many specifics, only that there might be something relating to Jean in the cabin and that it was almost 40 minutes away from the lake.
It was time for him to leave.
It was hard, saying goodbye. Scott had to force himself to take the first step back. He hung his head as he walked away. Would this be the last place he had seen Jean? Quite suddenly, he straightened himself and set his jaw, refusing to think the worst just yet.
*She's alive,* Scott told himself. *She has to be.*
She had, after all, sent him that dream. She wanted him to keep looking.
So he would. Cyclops walked, his shoes crunching in the fresh snow. His sense of duty would make him carry this out to the end. Whatever he found in the cabin, he hoped it would lead him to Jean Grey.
~~~~~
She knocked, lightly and politely, on the hard wooden door, keeping an eye on her finely manicured nails the whole time. Emma gave herself a once over mentally as she waited for the door to open. She had been told that she would have to play along. It was like a game, Jason had told her, or a play. And she had an important role to play.
The door opened after a long minute and Emma stepped in swiftly, already removing her fur and carefully handing it to Jason. Her heel clicked against the wooden floor. She could sense that her Phoenix was just a room away, so she began toward her. But the look on Jason's face stopped her from going much further.
"She's still very fragile," Jason whispered. "You have to be very careful with her. We don't want her to remember her life in the mutant school. And we don't want her to remember how to use her powers. Right now, she's pretty weak and can't read anyone. If you jolt her too much-"
"I know what I'm supposed to do," Emma replied sharply. That said, she continued until she was standing before a closed door. It was large and thick and Emma pushed it aside quickly.
A red headed woman in a baggy shirt and pants was sitting on the edge of a large mattress. Her eyes were inquisitive, unsure, and large. There seemed to be a question in her face.
"Hello, Jean," Emma spoke with a false kindness that was surprisingly convincing. "It's me, Emma."
~~~~~
Jean watched the blond woman in white as she entered the room. There was no snap of memory, no recollection of this woman. She had hoped that upon seeing her, she'd have been able to feel something. The way Jason had described her, Emma had been very close to her, nearly a sister.
But she hadn't felt a thing when she'd laid eyes on Emma Frost except curiosity. Jean returned Emma's smile and rose from the bed, quick to embrace her. Emma seemed to stiffen up at this, though just for a second. It was strange to Jean, but she shrugged it off.
"It's..." Jean chose her words carefully, "So good to see you."
"You don't remember me, do you?" Emma asked softly.
Jean gave her an apologetic look and shook her head, no. "I'm sorry..."
"It's ok. You'll remember soon enough." Emma ran a hand through her straight hair and inspected a blue nail before gesturing toward the bed, "Sit, please." Jean did as told, always keeping an eye on closely on Emma.
~~~~~
*Yes,* Emma thought slyly, *You'll remember it all.* For a moment, her grin turned wicked but it quickly reverted to its friendly form. "I..." She paused, pretending to think, "Well... I think I can help you remember some things." She sighed heavily and then turned her head to the side. "It may be too much for you, right now, though."
"What is it?" Jean asked. "If you can help me get things back, I want to do it."
"Yes," Emma grinned, "But maybe we should wait a little." She was setting her trap, laying out the web for the innocent butterfly to be caught in. And she knew it would work.
"Please, just tell me. I want to know what I've lost."
"Well... you see, I'm a telepath as well. I can use my powers..."
"I want to do it," there was a sudden determined look in Jean's eye.
"But..."
"Please, Emma."
"Well, if you insist..." Emma grinned darkly, but her face was out of Jean's view. *This is too easy,* Emma thought. The pale woman turned and faced Jean, holding her hands up, on the sides of Jean's head. "Close your eyes," Emma said, "And try to keep your mind blank. I'll do the rest."
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Ok... I admit it, I'm a bastard. *grin* It's all coming to a big thingy (how many times have I said that, now?). And I'm trying to make it happen next chappy- tho I can't make any promises, sometimes it just won't come out too quick (what can I say? I'm longwinded!). Anyway, the wait is almost over. Patience, my readers ^-^ *taking much too much sadistic pleasure in making you all wait*
Reviewers: Hello, gentle reviewers! I have a question for you. Not a question, really more of a request. If you're into anime... or if you just like funny stories, please can you go and check out my other Yu Yu Hakusho story "Darque Tournament" (yes, I kno the title's crappy). But the story is good (a lot of humor) and i want more reviews. Btw- Have I ever said that I luv my reviewers... just wanted to share that with ya :D.
RogueCajun - OOOO U have vain magical action figures??? I WANT SOME!!! *frantic child-like obsession* Where'd you get 'em and how much did they cost!!! And of course I will clone Pyro for you, you are a good and faithful reviewer :D It takes a few days tho... would you like any special features on your Pyro? Thanx for review.
Rightcouch- Thanks for the review. Yeah, Merci and Lita are my OC's. I would have added Kitty, but I don't really like her too much and she is alredy in the institute (i woulda only used her if she hadn't already been there in the movie). Gambit makes a cameo (actually, Kitty does too) and I don't know much about Angel, though I think he's a cutie :D lol. I know I focus too much on Pyro... it's a problem... I need to join a support group or something *heavy sigh* The first step is always admitting you have a problem. I won't be adding the brotherhood (sorry) just have too many characters here as is. Glad you reviewed though, I really appreciate constructive criticism.
Alia- Thanks... a world without bunnies and full of cute guys is like heaven *grin* You meant the Phoenix when you were speaking of the pacifist, right? Don't worry... she's still violent and evil, she's just being patient. After all, the Phoenix isn't even evil in the beginning when she's introed in the cartoon.
drama-nerd016- "you must be a lot of fun! " awwwwww *tear tear* See!!! This is why I luv reviewers!!! *gives u a big hug* okok, I'll get myself together. *gets self together* I must grudgingly admit that the actor who plays Scott IS really hot (See, I think that if he just stood there in the movie and did and said nothing, he'd b perfect ^-^) ooo... but he's not as cute as logan or john :D *must not blaspheme my hot ones* and I'm glad you like slutty Emma ^_^
Eadha Ohn - I'm glad you like Merci (least someone does:D). *forces self to not say anything* well... you'll see about a Jean/Scott meeting. I think it's sorta obvious that something might happen like that. *the monsters in my closet suddenly break out and pull me inside, ready to torture me for giving away storylines* Thanks for the review... *is swallowed into the closet*
Blackheart Syaoran- Hey! Cool name! Glad you're interested in the story and hope you stick around for more. Thanx for the review!!
maria- The Great Maria-san!! *low bow of respect* Honored, I am to be reviewed by you so many times. BTW You were review no. 100 :D :D. There will be a special place in my heart for u always (hehe) Thanx muchly! TTYL
Hold me, Thrill me, Kiss me, Kill me- well maybe not the last one... (U2! ^-^) ~Wicked
