Im so sorry! I was on hols then my monitor broke and since its Freshers Week and im on a society committee ive been overloaded with work n paper work and everything. Sorry wont let it happen again!

ishandahalf – Bless you! You're not lame!! I've started watching Sunset Beach again now that is sad! Lol! Im glad you liked the chapter, cause I defiantly enjoyed writing it! A Golden Star for you!!

EvilWhiteRaven – Awwww bless you! You're not way off but im not allowed to say cause then itd just spoil it all!! I was thinking about startin a fic called Mutant Manor actually! As post to your suggestion? Hmmm…… watch this space! Lol! A Golden Star for you!!

Les723 – oooooo why thank you!! Im such a sucker for Romy fluff!! Can you tell?! Lol! Sorry it took so long for more I apologise! A Golden Star for you!!

FreakyXGoth – Your wish has been Granted!! I know its late but its still an update! And ill make them …… quicker (is that the word?) next time! A Golden Star for you!!

Melphis- Oh you know its gonna be a HUGE scene! And its going to be very soon! YeY! Lol! What fun awaits! Hahaha! A Golden Star for you!!

xpoisonedxangelx – Thanks! I hope I don't disappoint you now by mucking it up! And thanks! Uni is going Great! Lol! A Golden Star for you!!

Might I just add a lil note here to say that Spiderman 2 ROCKED!

Ok now we can carry on!

"Jean, Jean?" Scott's voice could be heard as he searched thought the vast expanse of the institute's garden. "Jean I'm sorry ok?"

Walking through the last set of trees that led to the gazebo. The same one at which Rogue had pushed Mystique off the cliff nearly 2 years ago, though now mended and wiped clean if it had never happened. Looking over Scott saw his wife sat on the swinging bench that had been put in centre looking out to sea.

For a moment Scott stood in silence observing Jean's beauty, breathtaking against the beautiful sea backdrop. The sun high in the sky glistening upon everything and making her hair shine bright red as if on fire as it blew gently behind her as if dancing in the breeze. Her arms bearing her soft skin to the world as she wore a baby blue t-shirt as oppose to her usual shirt. Held against her chest her legs dawned the blue ankle length denim skirt that joined the dance with her hair as it got caught in the breeze. With her chin rested on her knees Jean had her eyes held softly shut as she became oblivious to the world. Indulging in the peace she found with the sun on he face and the sound of the waves breaking against the rocks below.

Scott stood overwhelmed by her beauty. The world just seemed to fizzle away into nothingness around him.

The quiet sound of the sea breaking on the cliff below was broken as Jean suddenly sighed.

"Sit down Scott"

Suddenly as if a newly trained dog Scott sat down next to her, his eyes never leaving her calm and serine face.

"I'm sorry," He began quickly, "I didn't mean to….."

"I know Scott" Jean interrupted calmly. "I know. Just, sit with me will you?"

And with that Scott put his arm around her shoulder and pulled her closer, letting her head rest against his shoulder and legs hang over his. Holding each other the couple sat in silence enjoying the feel and company of one another without words.

"Hey Jamie sugar!"

Jumping at Rogue who seemed to just come out of nowhere Jamie walked into the on coming wall and thus producing 4 more replicas. Red faced he looked up rubbing his head to see Rogue smiling and trying not to laugh.

"Awww Jamie are you ok?"

Unfortunately for Rogue (and Jamie) all he could produce was a squeak as Rogue helped him off the floor.

"I..well, Bobby and room kitchen Danger….erm….bye"

With a bright red face Jamie ran off down the corridor and away from Rogue. As he rounded the corner away from her he stopped and looked at himself in the window reflection.

"Great Jamie, wonderful! Now she thinks your incompetent to talk and clumsy!"

Rogue walked away chuckling at poor Jamie as she heard him talk to himself down the corridor.

"Kids these days, talkin t' themselves n everythin'. Now.." Rogue paused at the turn in the corridor, "which way would the delightful Cajun be?"

"I think I've waited long enough." A hiding Vertigo whispered to herself as she watched on.

"Ah know if ah go left then it's the boys wing, but if ah turn…." Stopping her rant suddenly Rogue stood up straight as her sixth sense kicked in. Someone was nearby but she couldn't pinpoint where. Acting like she hadn't noticed she turned right and kept up her guard as she walked.

As if her steps were not even touching the ground Vertigo moved forward slowly. She knew if she wasn't careful she would discovered. Which she thought would be all to easy for her to do from what I hear.

Walking on Rogue turned the corner quickly and turned into an open doorway to her left. Standing in silence she waited for her stalker to come so she could finally beat them who ever they were.

Walking even quieter Vertigo came closer and closer to her target. Scanning the area around her quickly she found no one around to come to the rescue.

Too easy

And with that she jumped out from where she was standing.

The figure jumped out from round the corner and Rogue jumped out on top of them. Pinning them to the floor face down with a knee on their back and holding their arm in a lock. After a moment she looked down to see the one person she had been wishing to avoid.

"Aww crap Logan! Ya scared the shit outta me! Ah thought ah was bein followed or sometin!"

"And I thought you were supposed to be a strong telepath?!"

Jumping at the sudden interruption Scott and Jean whirled around to come face to face with the smirking green haired Vertigo. Stepping forward Scott took on a defensive stance and glared (not that you could see because of his shades).

"Who are you and what do you want"

Smirking at his arrogance in his abilities Vertigo took a step forward and crossed her arms.

"I am Vertigo, and I come to show you a glimpse of what is to come"

Suddenly Scott's world began to spin very fast making him feel very sick. Groaning as he fell onto his knees clutching his head. At the point at which he was sure he was going to retch it stopped and his world righted itself and the feeling left as quickly as it came. Looking up he saw Jean with her hands on her temples and a look of concentration on her face. Across from where she stood Vertigo was on the being held picked up off the floor and held locked in the air. Standing up again Scott walked over and stood next to Jean and smiled smugly at Vertigo.

"Why are you here Vertigo" He spat out her name like it was acid. However all he got back was a knowing smirk that made his blood boil. "I don't think you realise that we have the upper hand here. As not only are you helpless and cant move but there's a house full of mutants trained and ready to fight!"

"Ha! Trained? Them?! We know how you fight. We have been watching you all for some time now and none of you are fit to fight us! You are but children playing with fire and when you do you will be burnt!" Her eyes narrowed at her last words. "Be prepared for we are coming and you pitiful team of children are not ready for what awaits them."

With that said Jean began to whimper as she tried to keep control. Thrusting a hand over her mouth as she began to retch Vertigo dropped. Scott knelt down with a hand on Jeans back taking his eyes away from Vertigo for a second, yet that is all she needed, as when he looked back she was gone.

Suddenly feeling very unsafe where he was Scott helped Jean up and lead her towards the mansion keeping a wary eye open at all times.

Well there you have it, a short update but still! Im so sorry (again)!! Anyway naughty Vertigo and a glimpse and warning of what is to come!! Ooooooo spooky!!! Lol! Ill try to update faster this time! Honest!!

RW