Disclaimer: Okay, still don't own X-Men and I'm defiantly not making any money off of this so no one sue. You won't get nothing but a headache. Oh, but I do own Ebony. Yay me.
Authors Note: Everyone, y'all need to go and read Mercury Dream's stuff. It's really, really, really, really, really good. (Did I mention really?) A Rogue's Touch and All Grown Up are my favorites. So go read her stuff to. Now, quickly! Sorry it took so long to get this up. I was going to put it up Wednesday but I had homework and was so tired that I couldn't get it up on time after work. And then Thursday when I sat down and started writing I was hit with a strong case of writers block. And when I started writing I found it took a lot longer than I thought. So, here's some more bad news. Finals is coming up (not quick enough for my tastes) and so is the Thanksgiving Break. I'll try to get another chapter up, but don't really expect one till after the 25th when my break starts. Right now I have two tests and a quiz this week and another test (the dreaded anatomy) on the 25th. But some good news is I worked on a chapter layouts for at least 8 more chapters and didn't even get near the end of my story idea so yay. And now I'm done ranting so on with the story.
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Wandering Souls
Chapter 22: Parties & Discoveries
"I don't like it Chuck," Logan stated as he helped Charles into the X-Van. "Leaving those kids alone all night ain't what I'd call a good idea."
"Oh give it a rest Logan," Meranda said walking out towards the van, pulling her long black leather trench coat over her white button down shirt, and black leather pants. Logan couldn't help but notice the two undone buttons revealing her large silver pentagram necklace, as well as some cleavage. Her long black hair fell in loose curls down her back and around her shoulders, blood red lipstick and dark gray and light purple and white eye-shadow framed her eyes, accenting her pale skin as well as the emerald in her eyes. Black stiletto heeled boots and large silver hoop earrings in her bottom holes as well as green emerald studs in the second holes finished the ensemble. She had sauntered slowly up to him, her hips swaying and putting him into a mild trance. He stood dumbfounded for a moment, staring at her appreciatively before she'd had enough and snapped her fingers in front of his face and continued to speak. He noticed that she had a gold band wrapped around the ring finger of her left hand as well as a nice sized diamond. "Besides, they aren't going to be alone," she continued, amused at the attention he'd been paying her.
"She is right Logan, Henry will be staying with them," Ororo's voice wafted to the two as she walked carefully down the walk, her hair flowing behind her and the pink band of material that held it from her face. She wore a long purple skirt with bands of pink, blue and yellow around the bottom and sandals with a white sleeveless top and gold wrist bands as well as several other bracelets accented her arms, gold triangle earrings hung from her single holes with several rings wrapped around her fingers and a gold necklace, with a deep blue sapphire in the center, accenting the blue in her eyes. Light purple eye-shadow was brushed on evenly as well as a light coat of blush and pale pink lipstick finished off her makeup.
Logan again found his attention focused on a woman. This was too much sometimes. Both were beautiful, visions of the true goddess's they were. Both were deadly as they were kind, and both had stolen his heart. He shook his head, amazed at how alike and different they both were. To look at them, Ororo looked like the perfect wholesome motherly type with the soft make-up and flowing cloths. Meranda on the other hand, was the image of every mother's worse nightmare complete with leather, dark make-up and the devil may care attitude. 'Now I know where Stripes gets it from at least,' he thought before letting out a snort and looking hard at the two women. "Now there's supervision. $100 says he doesn't leave the lab all night."
"Your on sugar," Meranda said extending her hand towards him, a smirk on her face and mischief in her eyes. Ororo shook her head slowly before climbing into the back seat, a grin on her face.
Logan cocked an eyebrow before grinning back at her and shaking her hand firmly. "You're money darlin."
"Yes, it will be," Meranda stated coolly before climbing in with Ororo.
Logan snorted before climbing into the drivers seat and heading towards New York City.
Before they pulled out of the gates, Meranda sent Hank a mental message, reminding him to check up on the kids. Ororo shot her a knowing look before laughing softly and looking out the window. Meranda just grinned and settled back into the seat thinking of what she could buy with Logan's money.
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The adults hadn't been gone 5 minutes before the students of the Xavier Institute for Gifted Youngsters were hard at work. Jean, Kitty and Amara were gathered in the kitchen getting together all kinds of snacks for the party. Jubilee, Scott, Piotr, Evan and Kurt were busying themselves in the room itself, setting up the lighting and the stereo. Remy and John had stayed in town after school, having the others tell the Professor that they had detention so they'd be in the clear to run to the store for final necessities and to pick up Amanda and Lance. Wanda meanwhile had long since changed and was pacing nervously from room to room, looking for something to help out with and finally deciding on heading up to her room to find Rogue.
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Rogue smiled, adjusting her hunter green corset top, gazing into the full length mirror. 'Rems is gonna lose it,' she thought as she looked over her black leather pants and stiletto heeled knee high boots. Her hair was waved slightly with the top half pulled back, two white curls falling on either side of her face. A pair of long silk black opera gloves and her usual dark makeup completed the outfit. She frowned for a moment as her eyes fell on her bare shoulders.
"Wow," Wanda said as she entered the room, causing Rogue to jump slightly and a gloved hand to rush to her chest. "Sorry," Wanda said entering the room. "I didn't mean to scare you." She walked over next to Rogue and stopped, looking at their reflection in the mirror. "You look great."
"Thanks, but ya don't look so bad yer self," Rogue stated as she looked over the other girl who had chosen to wear a deep maroon dress that fell in a v-neck slightly off her shoulders, with long sleeves that flared at her elbows and down to her writs. It's skirt fell in different layers, giving the girl a gypsy like appearance with her black hair plastered close to her face and her usual Goth makeup and jewelry completing the outfit. Today she had chosen to forgo the combat boots for a pair of sleeker black ones that went up to her knees. (AN I have a thing for knee high boots don't I? I just wish I could find a nice pair down here. But until then I must just live vicariously thru my story.)
"Thanks," Wanda replied half heartedly, turning around and sinking down on her bed.
"What's wrong sugah?" Rogue asked walking up to the bed and sitting next to the girl.
"Nothing. I just never thought I'd be going to a make out party. Much less at the Xavier Institute," Wanda said, placing her hands behind her and leaning on them. "Especially not as an X-Men. Or dating one either."
"It is kinda weird huh?" Rogue agreed, pulling her knees Indian style on the bed as she played with her gloves, a nervous habit she had. "Didn't think the goodie goodie's down there had it in em."
"At least not all of them," Wanda stated knowingly, smirking over at Rogue.
"And jus' who would ya be insinuating?" Rogue asked smirking over at Wanda and crossing her arms over her chest.
"No one," Wanda smiled, rising off the bed. "Just not all of the X-Men are perfect little angels."
"Much to our fearless leader's disappointment Ah'm sure," Rogue replied rising as well and moving towards the door. "Guess we should help 'em down there."
Together the two girls made it out the door and towards the stairs.
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The girls entered the rec room to find the boys running around putting the finishing touches around the room and the other girls placing food on a table against the far wall.
"Rem's and John ain't back yet?" Rogue asked as she walked farther into the room, straightening out a pillow on the couch before sinking into the cushions.
"Like, not yet," Kitty said as she walked over to Evan and Kurt who were finishing up the speaker set up and double checked the wires for them. Kitty wore a pair of brown suede pants with a pair of brown sandals and a pale blue mid-drift shirt that fell from her shoulders into three quarter sleeves. Kurt maintained his normal holowatch appearance as he BAMPFED away from the speakers and over to the snack table.
"They should be soon though. John called me," Amara replied as she joined Rogue on the couch. She had on a pair of black hip hugger jeans, black heels and a orange tube top to match her boyfriends wild hair. She wore her own hair down straight around her shoulders and carried herself with her own royal air.
"How's it coming baby?" Wanda asked walking up to stand next to Evan.
"Great. We're all set," he smiled at her and kissed her cheek. "You look totally hot."
Wanda blushed and looked over at him, smiling coyly. "You don't look half bad your self Skater boy," she looked at him appreciatively. He had on a pair of baggy blue jeans and a white tee-shirt with a deep blue over shirt that sparkled with neon blue thread embedded through the fabric. The buttons were undone revealing his well chiseled chest.
Evan snaked his arm around her waist and pulled her next to him. "Like what you see girl?"
Wanda licked her lips and looked up into his eyes. "Oh yeah," she smiled before pulling away from him and moving towards Rogue and Amara, swaying her hips seductively making sure to get her boyfriends attention before she plopped down next to the other Goth.
"Mon Amore Ah'm home!" Remy's voice rang out as he entered the room, followed by John, Lance and Amanda. "And look what Remy found," he indicated the two behind him.
"Hi everybody," Amanda said as she walked farther into the room, wearing a black skirt and pale pink tank top over black heeled sandals.
Kurt BAMPFED next to her, wrapping his tail around her waist and kissing her cheek. "Guten tag my liebe," he said, causing the girl to giggle.
"Wow Pretty Kitty! You look great," Lance said walking over to the valley girl and wrapping his hands around her waist, kissing the top of her head.
"Like, thanks," Kitty replied, looking her boyfriend over and noticing he was wearing his normal cloths. 'Oh well, he's still like, totally hot,' she thought smiling. "You look good too."
"Whatever guys," Jubilee spoke up, causing everyone to turn and look at her and Piotr who had been sitting quietly in the corner while he sketched her. He wore a simple pair of jeans and black t-shirt that stretched over his large muscles.
"Whatever what Jubilee?" Jean asked placing her hands on her lips. She wore a pale lavender three quarter sleeve dress that went off her shoulders and ended above her knees.
"Whatever as if any of you look better than me," she said playfully, placing her hands on her hips and throwing her head back, flipping her hair over her shoulder. She wore a bright yellow plastic dress that went down to her knees, hugging tightly to her body. It had long sleeves that went down past her wrists, ending in silver rings around her middle fingers. Holes were cut over the shoulders and the rest of the dress wrapped around her throat, ending just under the base of her skull. Black stockings and high heels and large silver hoops ended the outfit.
"Whatever's right Jubes," Scott answered, sending everyone into a fit of laughter. He, like Lance and Kurt, wore his normal cloths.
"Y' look magnifique ma chere," Remy appeared suddenly next to Rogue, whispering huskily in her ear, causing a blush to rise on her pale cheeks. She looked him over appreciatively, noticing the deep red silk dress shirt, with the top buttons undone, black leather pants and biker boots with a pair of black silk gloves covering his hands. He smiled at her, mischief in his eyes.
"Thank ya," Rogue replied as he kissed her gloved hand. She studied him for a moment before continuing softly. "What are ya up ta Remy LeBeau?"
Remy just smirked and took a seat next to her, as he watched the others around the room.
"What took you so long?" Amara asked John as he sank on the couch next to her, admiring her outfit. He wore a pair of blue jeans and an orange shirt with a white undershirt beneath it.
"Sorry luv," he said pulling out his lighter and flipping the lid absent mindedly. "But Remy and I had to stop and get the necessities," he replied mischievously.
"Ya didn't," Rogue looked incredulously from the fire starter to her boyfriend, who was now smiling innocently. A little too innocently. "Ya did."
"Like, did what?" Kitty asked looking confusedly up at Lance.
"They bought booze," Wanda stated glaring at them. "And knowing John, the cheapest, nastiest stuff they could."
"Y' wound me p'tite," Remy feigned a hurt look as he rose and left the room and returned with a few bags. "Remy never skimp when it be important."
"I don't know guys," Jean said nervously. "The Professor wouldn't approve," she looked over to Scott for backup. He nodded his agreement and stepped up next to Jean.
"She's right. The alcohol goes or I have to tell Mr. McCoy," Scott stated, talking charge as always.
"Oh come on mate!" John exclaimed, rising from the couch.
"Yeah lighten up Summers," Lance joined in. "If you don't want to drink cause you know you can't handle it, then don't. But don't go and ruin it for everyone else who can."
"I'm not trying to ruin anything!" Scott yelled defensively.
"Then, like, why are you planning to run to Mr. McCoy and, like, tell on us?" Kitty asked, crossing her arms over her chest and standing next to Lance.
"Hey they got Coronas!" Jubilee exclaimed from her new position near the bags. Everyone turned to stare at her. "What? They're my favorite all right," she stated returning to the bag.
"Look homme, Remy understand y' want ta be de responsible one. But Scotty, y' be 19 non? Live a little homme," Remy stated looking seriously over at Scott. "Otherwise, what be de point?"
Scott looked over at Jean and then around at the others. "Fine," he said closing the door to the room and looking back at everyone. "But I get to choose the first game."
"All right Scott!" Evan said as they set up the alcohol on the coffee table and gathered around it. Evan sat in a chair with Wanda on his lap. Rogue, Remy, Lance and Kitty took the couch, while John, Amara, Amanda, Kurt, Jubilee & Piotr took the floor. Jean and Scott claimed the loveseat and everyone settled, ready for the fun to begin.
"Okay, what's the first game?" Jean asked looking over at her boyfriend expectantly.
"Okay, everyone get a drink," Scott said as they all chose their favorite beverages from the array that Remy and John had brought home. (AN I don't know the name of this game but I know the rules so I'm using it.) "Okay, it's pretty simple. One person starts and says something they've done like, I took English in high school. Then everyone who hasn't done it drinks. Do you get it?"
Everyone nodded and opened their drinks, waiting for Scott to begin. "Okay, I don't have a tattoo."
"So, vhat do ve do?" Kurt asked.
"Everyone here who does have a tattoo has to take a drink," Jean explained as she watched Remy, John, Wanda and Rogue drink.
Everyone looked at Rogue in shock. "You have a tattoo?" Evan asked.
"Yeah, so?" Rogue replied, happy to have surprised them all.
"Like, where?" Kitty asked leaning forward eyes wide.
"Not someplace Ah lahke showin' ta a group," Rogue replied smirking and rolling her eyes slightly.
"What is it?" Amanda asked curiously.
"A purple dragon. Ah got it before mah powers manifested," Rogue shifted as she noticed Remy's gaze on her. "What Swamp Rat?"
"You show Remy later non?" He asked, a glint in his eyes.
Rogue rolled her eyes and slapped him playfully before looking back to the group. "Who goes next?"
"I, like, will," Kitty said smiling. "I've never worn a thong," she took a drink and watched as all the other girls did the same.
"Okay, my turn," Lance said, grinning wickedly. "I've never done it in the back of a car," he took a swig of his drink as he watched Kitty blush profusely and take a drink as well. So did Remy, Scott and Jean. Everyone eyed the fearless leader and his psychic girlfriend for a moment before Evan picked up the game.
"I've never stolen anything." To no one's surprise, Remy took a large drink as did John, Evan, Wanda, Amanda, Lance, and Rogue. Everyone looked at Amanda strangely this time.
"It was a dare. My cousin dared me to steal a tube of lipstick once," she answered looking nervously down at her fingers. "I felt so bad after, I took it back and apologized and gave them the money."
Kurt kissed her lovingly and turned back to the group. "I've never vorn a dress," he stated and watched as all the girls drank.
"That was so lame man," Evan stated rolling his eyes. "Whose next?"
"I'll go," Jean said sitting up and thinking for a moment. "I've never snuck into a movie," she said after a moment. Piotr, Kurt, Jubilee, Evan, Remy, John, Wanda, Lance and Scott took drinks.
Kurt looked back and forth between Piotr and Scott, shock written evidently on his face. "To veird to comment," he said shaking his head. "Next?"
"I vill go," Piotr spoke up, surprising the group. "I have not been in love," he said, slowly before taking a swig of his vodka. Jubilee beamed as she too took a drink as did everyone else in the room.
"My turn mates," John said, rubbing his hands together evilly, a glint in his eye. "I've never done it in the back of a movie theatre with people in the same row."
Amara shot him an equally evil look before taking a drink and turning a bright shade of red as she looked around the group. Everyone stared back at her blankly for a moment, everyone afraid to break the silence.
"Remy have to try dat one non?" Remy said, winking over at Rogue who elbowed him playfully.
"Ah'll go next sugah's," Rogue said looking thoughtful. "Ah've nevah pierced anything besides mah ears." Kitty, Jubilee, Wanda and Rogue herself, all took drinks.
"What else Remy not know 'bout ya Chere?" Remy asked leaning over, shock on his face.
"Ya have no idea," Rogue replied smirking as she looked back to the group.
"Okay, I've got one." Jubilee said perking up. "I've never gotten drunk."
"You mean before tonight?" Amara replied raising an eyebrow.
"Yeah," Jubilee giggled and watched Remy, John, Rogue, Wanda, Lance, Kurt, Piotr, Evan and Scott took a drink. "KURT!" Jubilee giggled harder. (AN She's had five drinks already and no food and I see her as a goofy drunk so yeah.)
"Vhat! It vas at church. Too much communion wine," Kurt blushed.
"Okay my turn," Wanda said setting her drink down on the floor and pursing her lips. "I've never done a strip tease," she said after a few moments. Kitty, Amara, Lance and Jean took drinks.
"Now it be Remy's turn," the Cajun smirked thinking for a moment.
"Nothin' dirty Swamp Rat," Rogue said, causing a cast fallen look to cross Remy's face. He pouted for a bit before turning to the group again.
"Ah've nevah kissed someone of de same sex," Remy finally said and watched as no one drank.
"What the hell was that Remy?" Jubilee asked looking oddly at him.
"Nothin. Remy jus' be thinkin' we play truth or dare later," he said smirking causing Lance to burst into laughter.
"My turn then," Amara said grinning. "I've never been arrested," Amara laughed as John downed the rest of his drink and reached for another. Lance, Rogue and Kurt also drank.
"Okay, this requires explanations," Jean said looking around the room.
"Arson," John stated taking another drink. "Twice."
"I stole a case of beer and a pack of cigarettes from a gas station," Lance answered. "I was still a minor," he finished adding air quotes around the word.
"Dey thought Ich vas a demon," Kurt answered.
"Ah stole a car," Rogue spoke up causing everyone to look at her again.
"Well, it seems our little Roguey has a past," Jubilee stated giggling.
"And all of this is before your powers manifested?" Lance asked looking at her shocked. "Man, Mystique must have had her hands full."
"Whatevah, whose next?" Rogue asked looking around the room and her eyes finally settling on Amanda.
"Okay, this is the only one I can come up with so here it goes," Amanda took a breath and let it out slowly. "I'm a virgin."
Everyone looked around the room, a few looking down at their hands, not touching their drinks while Remy, Lance, Scott, John, Jean, Kitty, Amara and finally Rogue took drinks.
Again all eyes were on Rogue, including Remy's as he scanned her eyes. "Whose next?" She said quickly suddenly not having any fun at all.
"I've never gotten caught drinking by the teacher," Beast's voice cut through the room causing the students to freeze, like a group of deer caught in the headlights of an eighteen wheeler. "Don't worry, I'm sure my invitation just got lost in the mail," he said entering farther into the room and leaning on his large knuckles. "You, my friends, are in so much trouble."
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The group of teens sighed as they went about their party, talking and dancing and eating. Henry had been incredibly easy on them, even agreeing not to tell the other adults as long as they ended at a decent hour and cleaned up the room afterwards. Of course, they also had to have him as a chaperone and give up the alcohol. And they each had to "volunteer" to help Hank in the lab for the next three weeks with his research.
Rogue watched the others around the room, feeling slightly apart from them. Most of the couples were still snuggled close to each other, at least some skin touching. She had been over with Remy, talking to Lance and Kitty, but had decided that some fresh air would do her good. She quickly made her way to the front porch, leaning against the balcony, staring up at the stars, losing herself in the night.
Suddenly, two strong arms snaked around her stomach. Rogue tensed for a bit before Remy's voice met her ear. "Easy chere. Dis Cajun jus' be missin' his amore," he whispered huskily pulling her closer to him.
"Jus' needed some air," she whispered, leaning back against his chest and resting her hands over his. "Didn't think anyone would miss meh," she continued, staring up at the stars.
"Dat be where y' wrong," he stated letting her go and walking over to the balcony, pulling out a cigarette and lighting it with his index finger before pulling her into his lap.
They sat silently for a bit, just enjoying the night air and each others company. Rogue hoped it would never end but knew it would.
"Who was he?" Remy whispered, almost too low for her to hear.
Rogue let out a long sigh and snuggled closer to him. "Do ya really wanna know?"
"Remy told y' about his past. Don't he deserve de same consideration?" he asked turning her to face him and placing a blonde curl behind her ear.
Rogue sighed, thinking about everything he'd told her. About the Thieves Guild. Life in New Orleans and about Belladonna and their engagement. And, about all the horrible things he'd done in his short life. It wasn't like she hadn't told him anything, but just never as much. Tonight's game proved that. "Sometimes the truth is worse," she whispered letting her eyes fall on her hands.
"Sometimes it need to be said non?"
"Okay, but ya ain't gonna lahke it." Rogue stated, looking up into his beautiful demon eyes. "Mah powers came when Ah was 17. Before that Ah was pretty wild Ah guess ya could say. Meh and mah friends used ta always drive up ta New Orleans or anywhere else that wasn't our one horse little town. That's when Ah got the tattoo and got mah belly button pierced. And mah nose for awhile, but Ah didn't lahke that one so much and took it out. And when Ah stole the car. Mystique was strict but nevah really around and I used ta sneak outta Irene's all the time. Ah was seein' this guy, Cody." She paused as she thought of the memory of the blonde haired, blue eyed football player. (AN Cody's going to be a real jerk in this story. I apologize now to anyone who likes him or anything. Also, this is going to be kinda angsty, so fair warning now. I don't like writing stuff like this but I was struck by an idea and it'll be worth it in the end) "He was real popular. A football player and real nice. At least at first anyway. He used ta always tell meh how pretty Ah was and how Ah deserved a guy that would treat me right. When he asked meh out Ah was so happy. Ah nevah thought Ah stood a chance wit' anyone lahke him."
"So y' said Oui?"
"Yeah. And we started datin'. And after awhile we got serious and he kept pushin." Rogue paused again and looked up at Remy, whose eyes were focused on her intently. "But Ah didn't want ta. Then he started gettin' mean."
"Mean how Cherie?" Remy asked, all humor gone from his voice and anger quickly replacing it.
"Tellin' meh Ah needed to lose weight. And that Ah was stupid. And hittin' meh a couple a times," she felt Remy tense next to her and noticed the railing begin to glow. "Easy Rems," she whispered. "Or ya gonna blow us both up."
Remy shook his head and noticed the railing, drawing the charge back quickly. "Sorry Cherie."
"It's okay. This is why Ah didn't want ta tell ya though," Rogue said rising. "Maybe we shouldn't talk about it anymore."
"Non. Tell me Rogue," Remy stated, grabbing her wrist and pulling her closer to him again.
Rogue let out a long breath and continued. "It kept goin. And mah friends were tellin' meh to git rid of him. But Ah didn't know how. Then one night it got really bad and…" Rogue stopped for a moment as tears came to her eyes. She willed them away, promising herself long ago that this would never make her cry again. "And when Ah said no, he didn't listen."
Anger flared in Remy. His Tante Mattie had raised him to respect women and treat them like the Goddess they were. Now here was the one woman he loved, truly loved, and she was telling him someone had hurt her like that. He'd kill Cody if he ever got his hands on him. He looked at her and pulled her into a tight hug, being careful to avoid her bare shoulders. The last thing she needed was his anger dancing around in her head.
"Ah went home cryin' and swearin Ah'd nevah let it happen again. Ah thought it was mah fault y'know? That's when Ah started puttin' on the make-up and the cloths and the attitude every mornin, makin' sure no one would evah touch meh again. Ah saw him at the party a couple a weeks later and he touched meh and mah powers were discovered," Rogue finished, snuggling close to his chest, trusting him to be careful. "And now ya know everything."
Remy pulled her away and looked into her eyes, cupping her cheek in his gloved hand. "No one's evah gonna hurt y' like dat again Rogue. Ah promise ya. Not as long as dis old thief is around."
"Ah know," she whispered smiling lovingly at him.
Authors Note: And this chapter is finally done. HAPPY DANCE! I hope it came out okay. I'm not really sure about it. As always please review and I think I might actually do some shout outs today.
mika&ViCkY101 ~ That was one of my favorite parts too. I had a blast writing it. Hopefully you liked this chapter as well. Some of these parts were fun to write. Sorry if the game totally sucked, but writers block is horrible. And I loved your idea. I just might have to have Meranda do it, cause she defiantly has it in her. Thanks for the review. Feel more than free to do it again.
Jukebox ~ Thanks for your support. I had another test this morning so my brain is pretty fried. But I don't remember doing bad on anything recently so yay. Sorry it took so long for the update. Once my break hits I'm hoping to turn off a few chapters. This one's pretty long though so hope it'll help tide you over.
Rogue4787 ~ In this story Rogue's 18. And yeah, Meranda's pretty awesome. And pretty easy going, but not so easy going that she's going to like, give Rogue the condom and say "Here you go honey. You can use mine and Daddy's bed." And actually, I've known a couple of mothers that said that to their kids in high school. I had a friend whose mother used to tell her she needed to go out and get laid. But I digress. My mom and I talk like that, but then, I'm not in high school anymore so yeah. Thanks for the review. Hope this chapter had you in the floor some too.
Dark Dragon Fire Demon ~ Sorry it took so long. Hopefully it will add to your like though.
Ishandahalf ~ I have great news. I finally figured out how she's going to be able to touch! I didn't really know yet, but I knew I wanted her to so yeah. I FINALLY figured it out. ::happy dance:: Sorry the crack bunny wasn't any help this time. So, what'd ya think?
Rogue77 ~ Well this had a little Meranda/Logan and I will write more soon. I'm still not sure whose going to get him, but I have a LONG way to go before then. So sadly, you'll have to read even more of my story. ::excessive sarcasm::
lovely lady ~ True she could do that. But then she'd miss out on all the lovely French the Cajun would seduce her with. Although she could absorb it with a kiss…man, decisions, decisions. Well, hope you liked.
Cool-chick-rae ~ you know I thought about putting in that line, but then I would have had to have Logan try to skewer our favorite Cajun.
Denial ~ Thank you so much for noticing. And don't worry, I have and will. Wonder what Meranda will buy with Logan's $100? More decisions.
Koosei ~ Yeah, I was rolling while I wrote it. And I know I'm just going to have to do it again. ::Evil laugh::
Ray1 ~ I'm flattered. Thank you so very much. I just hope I can live up to such high expectations. I'll do my best to try though.
Anee ~ The dream will be hit on more later. I have big plans involving that dream. Right now it can be anyone really, and go either way. I'm just waiting to see where the muse takes me. Thanks for the review.
Rose ~ Yay more songs! You always find the best ones. One of these chapters I'm going to use them I swear. I'm just not really that good at songfics…at least I don't think I am. I've never tried one. But I might just for you. Thanks for the review and the lyrics. And it might be Carol, but I'm also toying with another idea in my mind right now so I'm not sure which one I'll use yet.
Kazzeh Sodapop ~ Glad you love. Sorry it took so long for the update. I'll try to do better next time.
Mercury Dream ~ Yes! I rock. Sorry, you got my ego there. It's back under control now. Yes Rogue has potential and now I have a plan for her. So maybe now Remy will back off and let me write the story. (Now I think I need to take my medication…) And I just love making Logan squirm with the whole Ororo Meranda friendship. I'll try to update a lot sooner next time. But you know there's this one author who writes these really great stories and I can't update till I've read them all. Okay, so I know you know it's you, but maybe someone else might not.
Invader ZaiFae ~ No you're not. It's a very big club with a huge membership. We don't do much though cause no one has time. Rogue asking Logan about sex was my favorite part too and I'm so glad I'm not alone in that. I thought everyone would think I was a nut cause I found it funny. If I had known you didn't know about him I would have told you. I have him too. And I also have one of the Rogue action figures from the movie and needless to say, they're together on my shelf. And this is what my mom had to say about it, "Boy don't they look friendly," so yeah. It wasn't anything dirty, they were just cuddly. Well, as cuddly as action figures can get and it's official I need a life. Thanks for telling me though.
Gothic Cajun ~ Yay! I'm on a favorite's list. :: More insane happy dance:: Well, I don't know so much about my stuff, but I think hers it great. Any who, Carol will continue to act up cause I'm going to just make her a huge bitch in this so yeah. Hope you like.
AngieX ~ Yeah, Rogue's bad. And she has no fear cause she knows she has her daddy wrapped around her little finger. But she's also got her mothers smart ass spirit. Bad combo for poor old Logan, good for me and all of you wonderful reviewers who get to read the humor. Luckily Remy's brave and a really fast runner. And, if all else, his girlfriend can fly. And I have updated so enjoy.
That's all for now guys. Till next time.
Authors Note: Everyone, y'all need to go and read Mercury Dream's stuff. It's really, really, really, really, really good. (Did I mention really?) A Rogue's Touch and All Grown Up are my favorites. So go read her stuff to. Now, quickly! Sorry it took so long to get this up. I was going to put it up Wednesday but I had homework and was so tired that I couldn't get it up on time after work. And then Thursday when I sat down and started writing I was hit with a strong case of writers block. And when I started writing I found it took a lot longer than I thought. So, here's some more bad news. Finals is coming up (not quick enough for my tastes) and so is the Thanksgiving Break. I'll try to get another chapter up, but don't really expect one till after the 25th when my break starts. Right now I have two tests and a quiz this week and another test (the dreaded anatomy) on the 25th. But some good news is I worked on a chapter layouts for at least 8 more chapters and didn't even get near the end of my story idea so yay. And now I'm done ranting so on with the story.
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Wandering Souls
Chapter 22: Parties & Discoveries
"I don't like it Chuck," Logan stated as he helped Charles into the X-Van. "Leaving those kids alone all night ain't what I'd call a good idea."
"Oh give it a rest Logan," Meranda said walking out towards the van, pulling her long black leather trench coat over her white button down shirt, and black leather pants. Logan couldn't help but notice the two undone buttons revealing her large silver pentagram necklace, as well as some cleavage. Her long black hair fell in loose curls down her back and around her shoulders, blood red lipstick and dark gray and light purple and white eye-shadow framed her eyes, accenting her pale skin as well as the emerald in her eyes. Black stiletto heeled boots and large silver hoop earrings in her bottom holes as well as green emerald studs in the second holes finished the ensemble. She had sauntered slowly up to him, her hips swaying and putting him into a mild trance. He stood dumbfounded for a moment, staring at her appreciatively before she'd had enough and snapped her fingers in front of his face and continued to speak. He noticed that she had a gold band wrapped around the ring finger of her left hand as well as a nice sized diamond. "Besides, they aren't going to be alone," she continued, amused at the attention he'd been paying her.
"She is right Logan, Henry will be staying with them," Ororo's voice wafted to the two as she walked carefully down the walk, her hair flowing behind her and the pink band of material that held it from her face. She wore a long purple skirt with bands of pink, blue and yellow around the bottom and sandals with a white sleeveless top and gold wrist bands as well as several other bracelets accented her arms, gold triangle earrings hung from her single holes with several rings wrapped around her fingers and a gold necklace, with a deep blue sapphire in the center, accenting the blue in her eyes. Light purple eye-shadow was brushed on evenly as well as a light coat of blush and pale pink lipstick finished off her makeup.
Logan again found his attention focused on a woman. This was too much sometimes. Both were beautiful, visions of the true goddess's they were. Both were deadly as they were kind, and both had stolen his heart. He shook his head, amazed at how alike and different they both were. To look at them, Ororo looked like the perfect wholesome motherly type with the soft make-up and flowing cloths. Meranda on the other hand, was the image of every mother's worse nightmare complete with leather, dark make-up and the devil may care attitude. 'Now I know where Stripes gets it from at least,' he thought before letting out a snort and looking hard at the two women. "Now there's supervision. $100 says he doesn't leave the lab all night."
"Your on sugar," Meranda said extending her hand towards him, a smirk on her face and mischief in her eyes. Ororo shook her head slowly before climbing into the back seat, a grin on her face.
Logan cocked an eyebrow before grinning back at her and shaking her hand firmly. "You're money darlin."
"Yes, it will be," Meranda stated coolly before climbing in with Ororo.
Logan snorted before climbing into the drivers seat and heading towards New York City.
Before they pulled out of the gates, Meranda sent Hank a mental message, reminding him to check up on the kids. Ororo shot her a knowing look before laughing softly and looking out the window. Meranda just grinned and settled back into the seat thinking of what she could buy with Logan's money.
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The adults hadn't been gone 5 minutes before the students of the Xavier Institute for Gifted Youngsters were hard at work. Jean, Kitty and Amara were gathered in the kitchen getting together all kinds of snacks for the party. Jubilee, Scott, Piotr, Evan and Kurt were busying themselves in the room itself, setting up the lighting and the stereo. Remy and John had stayed in town after school, having the others tell the Professor that they had detention so they'd be in the clear to run to the store for final necessities and to pick up Amanda and Lance. Wanda meanwhile had long since changed and was pacing nervously from room to room, looking for something to help out with and finally deciding on heading up to her room to find Rogue.
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Rogue smiled, adjusting her hunter green corset top, gazing into the full length mirror. 'Rems is gonna lose it,' she thought as she looked over her black leather pants and stiletto heeled knee high boots. Her hair was waved slightly with the top half pulled back, two white curls falling on either side of her face. A pair of long silk black opera gloves and her usual dark makeup completed the outfit. She frowned for a moment as her eyes fell on her bare shoulders.
"Wow," Wanda said as she entered the room, causing Rogue to jump slightly and a gloved hand to rush to her chest. "Sorry," Wanda said entering the room. "I didn't mean to scare you." She walked over next to Rogue and stopped, looking at their reflection in the mirror. "You look great."
"Thanks, but ya don't look so bad yer self," Rogue stated as she looked over the other girl who had chosen to wear a deep maroon dress that fell in a v-neck slightly off her shoulders, with long sleeves that flared at her elbows and down to her writs. It's skirt fell in different layers, giving the girl a gypsy like appearance with her black hair plastered close to her face and her usual Goth makeup and jewelry completing the outfit. Today she had chosen to forgo the combat boots for a pair of sleeker black ones that went up to her knees. (AN I have a thing for knee high boots don't I? I just wish I could find a nice pair down here. But until then I must just live vicariously thru my story.)
"Thanks," Wanda replied half heartedly, turning around and sinking down on her bed.
"What's wrong sugah?" Rogue asked walking up to the bed and sitting next to the girl.
"Nothing. I just never thought I'd be going to a make out party. Much less at the Xavier Institute," Wanda said, placing her hands behind her and leaning on them. "Especially not as an X-Men. Or dating one either."
"It is kinda weird huh?" Rogue agreed, pulling her knees Indian style on the bed as she played with her gloves, a nervous habit she had. "Didn't think the goodie goodie's down there had it in em."
"At least not all of them," Wanda stated knowingly, smirking over at Rogue.
"And jus' who would ya be insinuating?" Rogue asked smirking over at Wanda and crossing her arms over her chest.
"No one," Wanda smiled, rising off the bed. "Just not all of the X-Men are perfect little angels."
"Much to our fearless leader's disappointment Ah'm sure," Rogue replied rising as well and moving towards the door. "Guess we should help 'em down there."
Together the two girls made it out the door and towards the stairs.
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The girls entered the rec room to find the boys running around putting the finishing touches around the room and the other girls placing food on a table against the far wall.
"Rem's and John ain't back yet?" Rogue asked as she walked farther into the room, straightening out a pillow on the couch before sinking into the cushions.
"Like, not yet," Kitty said as she walked over to Evan and Kurt who were finishing up the speaker set up and double checked the wires for them. Kitty wore a pair of brown suede pants with a pair of brown sandals and a pale blue mid-drift shirt that fell from her shoulders into three quarter sleeves. Kurt maintained his normal holowatch appearance as he BAMPFED away from the speakers and over to the snack table.
"They should be soon though. John called me," Amara replied as she joined Rogue on the couch. She had on a pair of black hip hugger jeans, black heels and a orange tube top to match her boyfriends wild hair. She wore her own hair down straight around her shoulders and carried herself with her own royal air.
"How's it coming baby?" Wanda asked walking up to stand next to Evan.
"Great. We're all set," he smiled at her and kissed her cheek. "You look totally hot."
Wanda blushed and looked over at him, smiling coyly. "You don't look half bad your self Skater boy," she looked at him appreciatively. He had on a pair of baggy blue jeans and a white tee-shirt with a deep blue over shirt that sparkled with neon blue thread embedded through the fabric. The buttons were undone revealing his well chiseled chest.
Evan snaked his arm around her waist and pulled her next to him. "Like what you see girl?"
Wanda licked her lips and looked up into his eyes. "Oh yeah," she smiled before pulling away from him and moving towards Rogue and Amara, swaying her hips seductively making sure to get her boyfriends attention before she plopped down next to the other Goth.
"Mon Amore Ah'm home!" Remy's voice rang out as he entered the room, followed by John, Lance and Amanda. "And look what Remy found," he indicated the two behind him.
"Hi everybody," Amanda said as she walked farther into the room, wearing a black skirt and pale pink tank top over black heeled sandals.
Kurt BAMPFED next to her, wrapping his tail around her waist and kissing her cheek. "Guten tag my liebe," he said, causing the girl to giggle.
"Wow Pretty Kitty! You look great," Lance said walking over to the valley girl and wrapping his hands around her waist, kissing the top of her head.
"Like, thanks," Kitty replied, looking her boyfriend over and noticing he was wearing his normal cloths. 'Oh well, he's still like, totally hot,' she thought smiling. "You look good too."
"Whatever guys," Jubilee spoke up, causing everyone to turn and look at her and Piotr who had been sitting quietly in the corner while he sketched her. He wore a simple pair of jeans and black t-shirt that stretched over his large muscles.
"Whatever what Jubilee?" Jean asked placing her hands on her lips. She wore a pale lavender three quarter sleeve dress that went off her shoulders and ended above her knees.
"Whatever as if any of you look better than me," she said playfully, placing her hands on her hips and throwing her head back, flipping her hair over her shoulder. She wore a bright yellow plastic dress that went down to her knees, hugging tightly to her body. It had long sleeves that went down past her wrists, ending in silver rings around her middle fingers. Holes were cut over the shoulders and the rest of the dress wrapped around her throat, ending just under the base of her skull. Black stockings and high heels and large silver hoops ended the outfit.
"Whatever's right Jubes," Scott answered, sending everyone into a fit of laughter. He, like Lance and Kurt, wore his normal cloths.
"Y' look magnifique ma chere," Remy appeared suddenly next to Rogue, whispering huskily in her ear, causing a blush to rise on her pale cheeks. She looked him over appreciatively, noticing the deep red silk dress shirt, with the top buttons undone, black leather pants and biker boots with a pair of black silk gloves covering his hands. He smiled at her, mischief in his eyes.
"Thank ya," Rogue replied as he kissed her gloved hand. She studied him for a moment before continuing softly. "What are ya up ta Remy LeBeau?"
Remy just smirked and took a seat next to her, as he watched the others around the room.
"What took you so long?" Amara asked John as he sank on the couch next to her, admiring her outfit. He wore a pair of blue jeans and an orange shirt with a white undershirt beneath it.
"Sorry luv," he said pulling out his lighter and flipping the lid absent mindedly. "But Remy and I had to stop and get the necessities," he replied mischievously.
"Ya didn't," Rogue looked incredulously from the fire starter to her boyfriend, who was now smiling innocently. A little too innocently. "Ya did."
"Like, did what?" Kitty asked looking confusedly up at Lance.
"They bought booze," Wanda stated glaring at them. "And knowing John, the cheapest, nastiest stuff they could."
"Y' wound me p'tite," Remy feigned a hurt look as he rose and left the room and returned with a few bags. "Remy never skimp when it be important."
"I don't know guys," Jean said nervously. "The Professor wouldn't approve," she looked over to Scott for backup. He nodded his agreement and stepped up next to Jean.
"She's right. The alcohol goes or I have to tell Mr. McCoy," Scott stated, talking charge as always.
"Oh come on mate!" John exclaimed, rising from the couch.
"Yeah lighten up Summers," Lance joined in. "If you don't want to drink cause you know you can't handle it, then don't. But don't go and ruin it for everyone else who can."
"I'm not trying to ruin anything!" Scott yelled defensively.
"Then, like, why are you planning to run to Mr. McCoy and, like, tell on us?" Kitty asked, crossing her arms over her chest and standing next to Lance.
"Hey they got Coronas!" Jubilee exclaimed from her new position near the bags. Everyone turned to stare at her. "What? They're my favorite all right," she stated returning to the bag.
"Look homme, Remy understand y' want ta be de responsible one. But Scotty, y' be 19 non? Live a little homme," Remy stated looking seriously over at Scott. "Otherwise, what be de point?"
Scott looked over at Jean and then around at the others. "Fine," he said closing the door to the room and looking back at everyone. "But I get to choose the first game."
"All right Scott!" Evan said as they set up the alcohol on the coffee table and gathered around it. Evan sat in a chair with Wanda on his lap. Rogue, Remy, Lance and Kitty took the couch, while John, Amara, Amanda, Kurt, Jubilee & Piotr took the floor. Jean and Scott claimed the loveseat and everyone settled, ready for the fun to begin.
"Okay, what's the first game?" Jean asked looking over at her boyfriend expectantly.
"Okay, everyone get a drink," Scott said as they all chose their favorite beverages from the array that Remy and John had brought home. (AN I don't know the name of this game but I know the rules so I'm using it.) "Okay, it's pretty simple. One person starts and says something they've done like, I took English in high school. Then everyone who hasn't done it drinks. Do you get it?"
Everyone nodded and opened their drinks, waiting for Scott to begin. "Okay, I don't have a tattoo."
"So, vhat do ve do?" Kurt asked.
"Everyone here who does have a tattoo has to take a drink," Jean explained as she watched Remy, John, Wanda and Rogue drink.
Everyone looked at Rogue in shock. "You have a tattoo?" Evan asked.
"Yeah, so?" Rogue replied, happy to have surprised them all.
"Like, where?" Kitty asked leaning forward eyes wide.
"Not someplace Ah lahke showin' ta a group," Rogue replied smirking and rolling her eyes slightly.
"What is it?" Amanda asked curiously.
"A purple dragon. Ah got it before mah powers manifested," Rogue shifted as she noticed Remy's gaze on her. "What Swamp Rat?"
"You show Remy later non?" He asked, a glint in his eyes.
Rogue rolled her eyes and slapped him playfully before looking back to the group. "Who goes next?"
"I, like, will," Kitty said smiling. "I've never worn a thong," she took a drink and watched as all the other girls did the same.
"Okay, my turn," Lance said, grinning wickedly. "I've never done it in the back of a car," he took a swig of his drink as he watched Kitty blush profusely and take a drink as well. So did Remy, Scott and Jean. Everyone eyed the fearless leader and his psychic girlfriend for a moment before Evan picked up the game.
"I've never stolen anything." To no one's surprise, Remy took a large drink as did John, Evan, Wanda, Amanda, Lance, and Rogue. Everyone looked at Amanda strangely this time.
"It was a dare. My cousin dared me to steal a tube of lipstick once," she answered looking nervously down at her fingers. "I felt so bad after, I took it back and apologized and gave them the money."
Kurt kissed her lovingly and turned back to the group. "I've never vorn a dress," he stated and watched as all the girls drank.
"That was so lame man," Evan stated rolling his eyes. "Whose next?"
"I'll go," Jean said sitting up and thinking for a moment. "I've never snuck into a movie," she said after a moment. Piotr, Kurt, Jubilee, Evan, Remy, John, Wanda, Lance and Scott took drinks.
Kurt looked back and forth between Piotr and Scott, shock written evidently on his face. "To veird to comment," he said shaking his head. "Next?"
"I vill go," Piotr spoke up, surprising the group. "I have not been in love," he said, slowly before taking a swig of his vodka. Jubilee beamed as she too took a drink as did everyone else in the room.
"My turn mates," John said, rubbing his hands together evilly, a glint in his eye. "I've never done it in the back of a movie theatre with people in the same row."
Amara shot him an equally evil look before taking a drink and turning a bright shade of red as she looked around the group. Everyone stared back at her blankly for a moment, everyone afraid to break the silence.
"Remy have to try dat one non?" Remy said, winking over at Rogue who elbowed him playfully.
"Ah'll go next sugah's," Rogue said looking thoughtful. "Ah've nevah pierced anything besides mah ears." Kitty, Jubilee, Wanda and Rogue herself, all took drinks.
"What else Remy not know 'bout ya Chere?" Remy asked leaning over, shock on his face.
"Ya have no idea," Rogue replied smirking as she looked back to the group.
"Okay, I've got one." Jubilee said perking up. "I've never gotten drunk."
"You mean before tonight?" Amara replied raising an eyebrow.
"Yeah," Jubilee giggled and watched Remy, John, Rogue, Wanda, Lance, Kurt, Piotr, Evan and Scott took a drink. "KURT!" Jubilee giggled harder. (AN She's had five drinks already and no food and I see her as a goofy drunk so yeah.)
"Vhat! It vas at church. Too much communion wine," Kurt blushed.
"Okay my turn," Wanda said setting her drink down on the floor and pursing her lips. "I've never done a strip tease," she said after a few moments. Kitty, Amara, Lance and Jean took drinks.
"Now it be Remy's turn," the Cajun smirked thinking for a moment.
"Nothin' dirty Swamp Rat," Rogue said, causing a cast fallen look to cross Remy's face. He pouted for a bit before turning to the group again.
"Ah've nevah kissed someone of de same sex," Remy finally said and watched as no one drank.
"What the hell was that Remy?" Jubilee asked looking oddly at him.
"Nothin. Remy jus' be thinkin' we play truth or dare later," he said smirking causing Lance to burst into laughter.
"My turn then," Amara said grinning. "I've never been arrested," Amara laughed as John downed the rest of his drink and reached for another. Lance, Rogue and Kurt also drank.
"Okay, this requires explanations," Jean said looking around the room.
"Arson," John stated taking another drink. "Twice."
"I stole a case of beer and a pack of cigarettes from a gas station," Lance answered. "I was still a minor," he finished adding air quotes around the word.
"Dey thought Ich vas a demon," Kurt answered.
"Ah stole a car," Rogue spoke up causing everyone to look at her again.
"Well, it seems our little Roguey has a past," Jubilee stated giggling.
"And all of this is before your powers manifested?" Lance asked looking at her shocked. "Man, Mystique must have had her hands full."
"Whatevah, whose next?" Rogue asked looking around the room and her eyes finally settling on Amanda.
"Okay, this is the only one I can come up with so here it goes," Amanda took a breath and let it out slowly. "I'm a virgin."
Everyone looked around the room, a few looking down at their hands, not touching their drinks while Remy, Lance, Scott, John, Jean, Kitty, Amara and finally Rogue took drinks.
Again all eyes were on Rogue, including Remy's as he scanned her eyes. "Whose next?" She said quickly suddenly not having any fun at all.
"I've never gotten caught drinking by the teacher," Beast's voice cut through the room causing the students to freeze, like a group of deer caught in the headlights of an eighteen wheeler. "Don't worry, I'm sure my invitation just got lost in the mail," he said entering farther into the room and leaning on his large knuckles. "You, my friends, are in so much trouble."
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The group of teens sighed as they went about their party, talking and dancing and eating. Henry had been incredibly easy on them, even agreeing not to tell the other adults as long as they ended at a decent hour and cleaned up the room afterwards. Of course, they also had to have him as a chaperone and give up the alcohol. And they each had to "volunteer" to help Hank in the lab for the next three weeks with his research.
Rogue watched the others around the room, feeling slightly apart from them. Most of the couples were still snuggled close to each other, at least some skin touching. She had been over with Remy, talking to Lance and Kitty, but had decided that some fresh air would do her good. She quickly made her way to the front porch, leaning against the balcony, staring up at the stars, losing herself in the night.
Suddenly, two strong arms snaked around her stomach. Rogue tensed for a bit before Remy's voice met her ear. "Easy chere. Dis Cajun jus' be missin' his amore," he whispered huskily pulling her closer to him.
"Jus' needed some air," she whispered, leaning back against his chest and resting her hands over his. "Didn't think anyone would miss meh," she continued, staring up at the stars.
"Dat be where y' wrong," he stated letting her go and walking over to the balcony, pulling out a cigarette and lighting it with his index finger before pulling her into his lap.
They sat silently for a bit, just enjoying the night air and each others company. Rogue hoped it would never end but knew it would.
"Who was he?" Remy whispered, almost too low for her to hear.
Rogue let out a long sigh and snuggled closer to him. "Do ya really wanna know?"
"Remy told y' about his past. Don't he deserve de same consideration?" he asked turning her to face him and placing a blonde curl behind her ear.
Rogue sighed, thinking about everything he'd told her. About the Thieves Guild. Life in New Orleans and about Belladonna and their engagement. And, about all the horrible things he'd done in his short life. It wasn't like she hadn't told him anything, but just never as much. Tonight's game proved that. "Sometimes the truth is worse," she whispered letting her eyes fall on her hands.
"Sometimes it need to be said non?"
"Okay, but ya ain't gonna lahke it." Rogue stated, looking up into his beautiful demon eyes. "Mah powers came when Ah was 17. Before that Ah was pretty wild Ah guess ya could say. Meh and mah friends used ta always drive up ta New Orleans or anywhere else that wasn't our one horse little town. That's when Ah got the tattoo and got mah belly button pierced. And mah nose for awhile, but Ah didn't lahke that one so much and took it out. And when Ah stole the car. Mystique was strict but nevah really around and I used ta sneak outta Irene's all the time. Ah was seein' this guy, Cody." She paused as she thought of the memory of the blonde haired, blue eyed football player. (AN Cody's going to be a real jerk in this story. I apologize now to anyone who likes him or anything. Also, this is going to be kinda angsty, so fair warning now. I don't like writing stuff like this but I was struck by an idea and it'll be worth it in the end) "He was real popular. A football player and real nice. At least at first anyway. He used ta always tell meh how pretty Ah was and how Ah deserved a guy that would treat me right. When he asked meh out Ah was so happy. Ah nevah thought Ah stood a chance wit' anyone lahke him."
"So y' said Oui?"
"Yeah. And we started datin'. And after awhile we got serious and he kept pushin." Rogue paused again and looked up at Remy, whose eyes were focused on her intently. "But Ah didn't want ta. Then he started gettin' mean."
"Mean how Cherie?" Remy asked, all humor gone from his voice and anger quickly replacing it.
"Tellin' meh Ah needed to lose weight. And that Ah was stupid. And hittin' meh a couple a times," she felt Remy tense next to her and noticed the railing begin to glow. "Easy Rems," she whispered. "Or ya gonna blow us both up."
Remy shook his head and noticed the railing, drawing the charge back quickly. "Sorry Cherie."
"It's okay. This is why Ah didn't want ta tell ya though," Rogue said rising. "Maybe we shouldn't talk about it anymore."
"Non. Tell me Rogue," Remy stated, grabbing her wrist and pulling her closer to him again.
Rogue let out a long breath and continued. "It kept goin. And mah friends were tellin' meh to git rid of him. But Ah didn't know how. Then one night it got really bad and…" Rogue stopped for a moment as tears came to her eyes. She willed them away, promising herself long ago that this would never make her cry again. "And when Ah said no, he didn't listen."
Anger flared in Remy. His Tante Mattie had raised him to respect women and treat them like the Goddess they were. Now here was the one woman he loved, truly loved, and she was telling him someone had hurt her like that. He'd kill Cody if he ever got his hands on him. He looked at her and pulled her into a tight hug, being careful to avoid her bare shoulders. The last thing she needed was his anger dancing around in her head.
"Ah went home cryin' and swearin Ah'd nevah let it happen again. Ah thought it was mah fault y'know? That's when Ah started puttin' on the make-up and the cloths and the attitude every mornin, makin' sure no one would evah touch meh again. Ah saw him at the party a couple a weeks later and he touched meh and mah powers were discovered," Rogue finished, snuggling close to his chest, trusting him to be careful. "And now ya know everything."
Remy pulled her away and looked into her eyes, cupping her cheek in his gloved hand. "No one's evah gonna hurt y' like dat again Rogue. Ah promise ya. Not as long as dis old thief is around."
"Ah know," she whispered smiling lovingly at him.
Authors Note: And this chapter is finally done. HAPPY DANCE! I hope it came out okay. I'm not really sure about it. As always please review and I think I might actually do some shout outs today.
mika&ViCkY101 ~ That was one of my favorite parts too. I had a blast writing it. Hopefully you liked this chapter as well. Some of these parts were fun to write. Sorry if the game totally sucked, but writers block is horrible. And I loved your idea. I just might have to have Meranda do it, cause she defiantly has it in her. Thanks for the review. Feel more than free to do it again.
Jukebox ~ Thanks for your support. I had another test this morning so my brain is pretty fried. But I don't remember doing bad on anything recently so yay. Sorry it took so long for the update. Once my break hits I'm hoping to turn off a few chapters. This one's pretty long though so hope it'll help tide you over.
Rogue4787 ~ In this story Rogue's 18. And yeah, Meranda's pretty awesome. And pretty easy going, but not so easy going that she's going to like, give Rogue the condom and say "Here you go honey. You can use mine and Daddy's bed." And actually, I've known a couple of mothers that said that to their kids in high school. I had a friend whose mother used to tell her she needed to go out and get laid. But I digress. My mom and I talk like that, but then, I'm not in high school anymore so yeah. Thanks for the review. Hope this chapter had you in the floor some too.
Dark Dragon Fire Demon ~ Sorry it took so long. Hopefully it will add to your like though.
Ishandahalf ~ I have great news. I finally figured out how she's going to be able to touch! I didn't really know yet, but I knew I wanted her to so yeah. I FINALLY figured it out. ::happy dance:: Sorry the crack bunny wasn't any help this time. So, what'd ya think?
Rogue77 ~ Well this had a little Meranda/Logan and I will write more soon. I'm still not sure whose going to get him, but I have a LONG way to go before then. So sadly, you'll have to read even more of my story. ::excessive sarcasm::
lovely lady ~ True she could do that. But then she'd miss out on all the lovely French the Cajun would seduce her with. Although she could absorb it with a kiss…man, decisions, decisions. Well, hope you liked.
Cool-chick-rae ~ you know I thought about putting in that line, but then I would have had to have Logan try to skewer our favorite Cajun.
Denial ~ Thank you so much for noticing. And don't worry, I have and will. Wonder what Meranda will buy with Logan's $100? More decisions.
Koosei ~ Yeah, I was rolling while I wrote it. And I know I'm just going to have to do it again. ::Evil laugh::
Ray1 ~ I'm flattered. Thank you so very much. I just hope I can live up to such high expectations. I'll do my best to try though.
Anee ~ The dream will be hit on more later. I have big plans involving that dream. Right now it can be anyone really, and go either way. I'm just waiting to see where the muse takes me. Thanks for the review.
Rose ~ Yay more songs! You always find the best ones. One of these chapters I'm going to use them I swear. I'm just not really that good at songfics…at least I don't think I am. I've never tried one. But I might just for you. Thanks for the review and the lyrics. And it might be Carol, but I'm also toying with another idea in my mind right now so I'm not sure which one I'll use yet.
Kazzeh Sodapop ~ Glad you love. Sorry it took so long for the update. I'll try to do better next time.
Mercury Dream ~ Yes! I rock. Sorry, you got my ego there. It's back under control now. Yes Rogue has potential and now I have a plan for her. So maybe now Remy will back off and let me write the story. (Now I think I need to take my medication…) And I just love making Logan squirm with the whole Ororo Meranda friendship. I'll try to update a lot sooner next time. But you know there's this one author who writes these really great stories and I can't update till I've read them all. Okay, so I know you know it's you, but maybe someone else might not.
Invader ZaiFae ~ No you're not. It's a very big club with a huge membership. We don't do much though cause no one has time. Rogue asking Logan about sex was my favorite part too and I'm so glad I'm not alone in that. I thought everyone would think I was a nut cause I found it funny. If I had known you didn't know about him I would have told you. I have him too. And I also have one of the Rogue action figures from the movie and needless to say, they're together on my shelf. And this is what my mom had to say about it, "Boy don't they look friendly," so yeah. It wasn't anything dirty, they were just cuddly. Well, as cuddly as action figures can get and it's official I need a life. Thanks for telling me though.
Gothic Cajun ~ Yay! I'm on a favorite's list. :: More insane happy dance:: Well, I don't know so much about my stuff, but I think hers it great. Any who, Carol will continue to act up cause I'm going to just make her a huge bitch in this so yeah. Hope you like.
AngieX ~ Yeah, Rogue's bad. And she has no fear cause she knows she has her daddy wrapped around her little finger. But she's also got her mothers smart ass spirit. Bad combo for poor old Logan, good for me and all of you wonderful reviewers who get to read the humor. Luckily Remy's brave and a really fast runner. And, if all else, his girlfriend can fly. And I have updated so enjoy.
That's all for now guys. Till next time.