Disclaimer: I don't own Mutant X or X-Men, titles or characters. Evie is my
character.
NOTE: Thanks for all the kind words. I know that my updates are a little more frequent than is usually customary. Allow me to explain. The story is complete on my computer(except for a fight scene in chapter 18 that my daughter is not helping me with). We are moving at the end of February and I would like to have it complete before the move. If I don't, it may be a while before I get to continue and I would hate to leave it in a suspenseful spot. (Hint: The story doesn't end after Adam comes home. :) ) I know that I am perhaps not allowing for everyone to find chapters individually. You may get back to it and find more than one to read. I realize that cuts down on reviews but its ok. I'm not in it this time for the number of reviews. I just really liked this story and I wanted you all to share it. I hope there are many who like it and stick with me until the end. Thanks for reading. *Redhead2*
Chapter 13 - Dumped
All afternoon he ordered drinks only when she was close enough to hail. He made sure when she handed him his drinks his hand touched hers on the glass. When he stopped for dinner he requested to be seated at one of the tables she was hosting. He never let an encounter go by without some small comment or gesture. He was thoroughly enjoying his game of cat and mouse. Little did he know---he was the mouse.
Rogue played along encouraging each contact even as she at times seemed to be offended by them. After dinner it was time for her break. She was tired. As she donned a shawl and went outside to get some fresh air, she thanked God that she was not a full time waitress. Saving the world seemed to be a much more relaxing pass time.
"Is this what I have to do to be alone with you?" Adam saw Marie jump as he stepped away from the wall.
"You scared meh. It would'a been a lot easier on the heart if you'd just asked instead of sneakin' up on a gal." Marie glared at him.
"I had to find some way of getting your heart racing for me." Adam stood in front of her and took her hands in his, caressing them with his thumbs. Rogue just stood returning his gaze, then allowed a small smile to grace her lips. "There she is." Adam suddenly announced.
"Who?"
"The girl I want to get to know." He stated triumphantly. "I knew you'd let her out."
"Ah don't go out with complete strangers. You haven't even introduced yourself." Pulling her hands out of his, she turned her back to him.
Adam chuckled then cleared his throat and stepped in front of her. With obvious exaggeration in his voice he began. "Miss Marie, please allow me to introduce myself. I am Dr. Adam Kane, research scientist at Johnston Medical Base. I would like to beg the lady's company on a relaxing walk during her next break." He finished with a slight bow that he held until she spoke.
"Well, Ah suppose two can play your little game." Marie pulled the ends of her shawl over her chest and replied. "It would be an honor, sir. Mah break begins at midnight, though Ah feel the need to inform you that Ah never kiss on the first date."
"I would never assume otherwise of such a lovely pristine, lady such as yourself." He bowed once more and just before he stepped away he said. "Let's consider this our first date, shall we?" Quickly he returned to his poker table leaving Marie to her break outside.
As the evening continued, Kitty was at Gambit's side. On occasion she walked around the floor for exercise but was cautioned by an overprotective teacher to not leave his sight. Strolling through the crowd she watched for Storm and Rogue. Throughout the afternoon she had seen countless men comment to them and had seen how the men seemed to enjoy indulging in the sights of the new vistas. They played their parts well. Even Gambit seemed engrossed in his part. He often turned to touch Kitty's arm or hold her hand. There were even a few times when he would turn and give her a small kiss, 'For luck,' he would say. It didn't take long for her to begin to enjoy this game of dress up. She was safe and being treated as a princess. But after a while she got bored and felt the need to make some small contact with a teammate to remind herself that this was just a game. Some of the looks she was getting from the security officers made her feel uneasy. She leaned in and whispered to her 'boyfriend'. "I'm going to take a little walk."
He turned to her and gave her a reminding stare then kissed her. "Don' be too long. It's not good when lady luck walks away."
As she walked around she saw Storm nearby, serving a round of drinks to one of the more rowdy tables. Kitty caught her eye as she turned.
Storm saw the questioning in Kitty's eyes. She approached her and asked. "It there anything I can get you, Kitty?"
"I would like an iced tea, please," she said out loud, then whispered, "How's it going?"
Storm arranged the items on her tray as she replied, "I've been turning heads but no one is taking my bait. Don't tell Logan but I must be loosing my touch." Kitty had to fight hard not to laugh.
As she waited for her drink she once again looked around the room. She caught a young security officer looking at her. Their eyes met for only an instant before he shyly turned away. Suddenly she got an idea and silently prayed it would work. Storm returned with her drink. When she took it she asked, "Where's the remote, Jesse gave you?"
"In my purse behind the bar," she whispered as she handed Kitty the tab to sign.
"Slip it to me and play along." Without giving Storm the chance to question her she turned quickly and bumped her arm against the tray, spilling some of her drink on her dress. "Oh, I am sooo clumsy sometimes."
"Here, let me get you something for that." Storm quickly returned from behind the bar with a hand towel and handed it to Kitty to blot the small spot.
"Thank you very much," she smiled and gave back the towel then returned to Gambit's side.
He had seen her little stunt and folded a winning hand when she returned. "See, no luck while you're gone," he smiled and pulled her into a hug. "What's goin' on, petite?" he whispered then kissed her neck.
"Just play along. Get possessive," she told him then she shoved him away.
"You came to be with Remy. Don' get prissy, now." He put a hand behind her neck and pulled her roughly into a kiss.
She pushed at his shoulders in an attempt to break free. When he finally released her she picked up her purse and ran from the table. Gambit followed her and stopped her in the lobby. He pulled her arm to make her turn and face him. "Where you tink you're goin'? You can' walk out on Remy LeBeau." He grabbed both her upper arms and pulled her close to him.
Kitty secretively glanced around to make sure she had the attention of a certain young man. Staring intently at the man holding her, she spoke just loud enough to carry the hurt and anger she was pretending. "You think you have the right to treat me however you please. You don't own me. You're not the gentleman I thought you were, Remy. You're nothing but a low down dirty cad." Kitty struggled but when she didn't pull away he knew she wanted him to continue.
"You're gonna take whatever Remy gives you." With that he pulled her into another rough kiss.
She really fought to get away then smacked his face. "Don't you ever touch me again! We're through!" She yelled then turned and ran outside crying.
Gambit rubbed his face then with a scowl he went back to his game. "Deal me in," he said as he sat down.
"Looks like you lost your date for tomorrow." Adam smirked at him.
Gambit looked around and saw Storm about to pass him. He reached up and grabbed her by the waist and pulled her into his lap. "Remy never wid out a girl fo' too long," he told the men who were looking at him in amazement. Stroking Storm's hair he asked, "Rosie will be Remy's date fo' the party, won' you, chere?"
With her back to the other men her eyes showed concern for the scene she was not oblivious to, but sweetly replied, "Sure, Remy. I'd be happy to." Before she had the chance to get up, Gambit pulled her into a kiss that lasted just long enough to make the men question his powers of persuasion with the fairer sex.
Marie was just about to serve Adam his most recent order. She too, witnessed the smack Kitty delivered to Gambit and questioned the situation. "Ah thought you came here to work. You don't get a break for another hour. Move it, before Miss Chastity catches you."
Standing up and smoothing out her dress, she replied, "Oh, stop being a mother hen. I am working." She smiled then leaned in and gave Gambit a quick kiss on the lips before turning to walk away.
TBC
Do you like my mutant soap opera?
NOTE: Thanks for all the kind words. I know that my updates are a little more frequent than is usually customary. Allow me to explain. The story is complete on my computer(except for a fight scene in chapter 18 that my daughter is not helping me with). We are moving at the end of February and I would like to have it complete before the move. If I don't, it may be a while before I get to continue and I would hate to leave it in a suspenseful spot. (Hint: The story doesn't end after Adam comes home. :) ) I know that I am perhaps not allowing for everyone to find chapters individually. You may get back to it and find more than one to read. I realize that cuts down on reviews but its ok. I'm not in it this time for the number of reviews. I just really liked this story and I wanted you all to share it. I hope there are many who like it and stick with me until the end. Thanks for reading. *Redhead2*
Chapter 13 - Dumped
All afternoon he ordered drinks only when she was close enough to hail. He made sure when she handed him his drinks his hand touched hers on the glass. When he stopped for dinner he requested to be seated at one of the tables she was hosting. He never let an encounter go by without some small comment or gesture. He was thoroughly enjoying his game of cat and mouse. Little did he know---he was the mouse.
Rogue played along encouraging each contact even as she at times seemed to be offended by them. After dinner it was time for her break. She was tired. As she donned a shawl and went outside to get some fresh air, she thanked God that she was not a full time waitress. Saving the world seemed to be a much more relaxing pass time.
"Is this what I have to do to be alone with you?" Adam saw Marie jump as he stepped away from the wall.
"You scared meh. It would'a been a lot easier on the heart if you'd just asked instead of sneakin' up on a gal." Marie glared at him.
"I had to find some way of getting your heart racing for me." Adam stood in front of her and took her hands in his, caressing them with his thumbs. Rogue just stood returning his gaze, then allowed a small smile to grace her lips. "There she is." Adam suddenly announced.
"Who?"
"The girl I want to get to know." He stated triumphantly. "I knew you'd let her out."
"Ah don't go out with complete strangers. You haven't even introduced yourself." Pulling her hands out of his, she turned her back to him.
Adam chuckled then cleared his throat and stepped in front of her. With obvious exaggeration in his voice he began. "Miss Marie, please allow me to introduce myself. I am Dr. Adam Kane, research scientist at Johnston Medical Base. I would like to beg the lady's company on a relaxing walk during her next break." He finished with a slight bow that he held until she spoke.
"Well, Ah suppose two can play your little game." Marie pulled the ends of her shawl over her chest and replied. "It would be an honor, sir. Mah break begins at midnight, though Ah feel the need to inform you that Ah never kiss on the first date."
"I would never assume otherwise of such a lovely pristine, lady such as yourself." He bowed once more and just before he stepped away he said. "Let's consider this our first date, shall we?" Quickly he returned to his poker table leaving Marie to her break outside.
As the evening continued, Kitty was at Gambit's side. On occasion she walked around the floor for exercise but was cautioned by an overprotective teacher to not leave his sight. Strolling through the crowd she watched for Storm and Rogue. Throughout the afternoon she had seen countless men comment to them and had seen how the men seemed to enjoy indulging in the sights of the new vistas. They played their parts well. Even Gambit seemed engrossed in his part. He often turned to touch Kitty's arm or hold her hand. There were even a few times when he would turn and give her a small kiss, 'For luck,' he would say. It didn't take long for her to begin to enjoy this game of dress up. She was safe and being treated as a princess. But after a while she got bored and felt the need to make some small contact with a teammate to remind herself that this was just a game. Some of the looks she was getting from the security officers made her feel uneasy. She leaned in and whispered to her 'boyfriend'. "I'm going to take a little walk."
He turned to her and gave her a reminding stare then kissed her. "Don' be too long. It's not good when lady luck walks away."
As she walked around she saw Storm nearby, serving a round of drinks to one of the more rowdy tables. Kitty caught her eye as she turned.
Storm saw the questioning in Kitty's eyes. She approached her and asked. "It there anything I can get you, Kitty?"
"I would like an iced tea, please," she said out loud, then whispered, "How's it going?"
Storm arranged the items on her tray as she replied, "I've been turning heads but no one is taking my bait. Don't tell Logan but I must be loosing my touch." Kitty had to fight hard not to laugh.
As she waited for her drink she once again looked around the room. She caught a young security officer looking at her. Their eyes met for only an instant before he shyly turned away. Suddenly she got an idea and silently prayed it would work. Storm returned with her drink. When she took it she asked, "Where's the remote, Jesse gave you?"
"In my purse behind the bar," she whispered as she handed Kitty the tab to sign.
"Slip it to me and play along." Without giving Storm the chance to question her she turned quickly and bumped her arm against the tray, spilling some of her drink on her dress. "Oh, I am sooo clumsy sometimes."
"Here, let me get you something for that." Storm quickly returned from behind the bar with a hand towel and handed it to Kitty to blot the small spot.
"Thank you very much," she smiled and gave back the towel then returned to Gambit's side.
He had seen her little stunt and folded a winning hand when she returned. "See, no luck while you're gone," he smiled and pulled her into a hug. "What's goin' on, petite?" he whispered then kissed her neck.
"Just play along. Get possessive," she told him then she shoved him away.
"You came to be with Remy. Don' get prissy, now." He put a hand behind her neck and pulled her roughly into a kiss.
She pushed at his shoulders in an attempt to break free. When he finally released her she picked up her purse and ran from the table. Gambit followed her and stopped her in the lobby. He pulled her arm to make her turn and face him. "Where you tink you're goin'? You can' walk out on Remy LeBeau." He grabbed both her upper arms and pulled her close to him.
Kitty secretively glanced around to make sure she had the attention of a certain young man. Staring intently at the man holding her, she spoke just loud enough to carry the hurt and anger she was pretending. "You think you have the right to treat me however you please. You don't own me. You're not the gentleman I thought you were, Remy. You're nothing but a low down dirty cad." Kitty struggled but when she didn't pull away he knew she wanted him to continue.
"You're gonna take whatever Remy gives you." With that he pulled her into another rough kiss.
She really fought to get away then smacked his face. "Don't you ever touch me again! We're through!" She yelled then turned and ran outside crying.
Gambit rubbed his face then with a scowl he went back to his game. "Deal me in," he said as he sat down.
"Looks like you lost your date for tomorrow." Adam smirked at him.
Gambit looked around and saw Storm about to pass him. He reached up and grabbed her by the waist and pulled her into his lap. "Remy never wid out a girl fo' too long," he told the men who were looking at him in amazement. Stroking Storm's hair he asked, "Rosie will be Remy's date fo' the party, won' you, chere?"
With her back to the other men her eyes showed concern for the scene she was not oblivious to, but sweetly replied, "Sure, Remy. I'd be happy to." Before she had the chance to get up, Gambit pulled her into a kiss that lasted just long enough to make the men question his powers of persuasion with the fairer sex.
Marie was just about to serve Adam his most recent order. She too, witnessed the smack Kitty delivered to Gambit and questioned the situation. "Ah thought you came here to work. You don't get a break for another hour. Move it, before Miss Chastity catches you."
Standing up and smoothing out her dress, she replied, "Oh, stop being a mother hen. I am working." She smiled then leaned in and gave Gambit a quick kiss on the lips before turning to walk away.
TBC
Do you like my mutant soap opera?
