Dougie
Part 4: Drooling Doug, Drunken Rahne

By
The Uncanny R-Man

Disclaimer- I don't own anything. Rahne, Doug, the New Mutants and the X- Men all belong to Marvel.

Shout Outs-

Darlin- I'm afraid that Rahne will continue to be OOC throughout this fic; there will be an explanation for her behaviour though. I hope this won't stop you from reading!

Agent-G- This is a retro New Mutants (80s) fic set in modern times. Confused? So am I actually... Yes, I did get the crucifix comment from that episode of Angel!

Risty- You nearly fell off your chair? Hee! Glad I could be of service! More Illyana coming right up! Why Rahne in red? Why not? It's her signature colour, right? Cuz she's got red hair.

Quote of the day- 'I like you. You're funny, and nicely shaped. Please remove your clothing now.'- Anya (Buffy)

The rec room-

The party is in full swing as Illyana and Rahne walk down the stairs. They can hear the music from the stairs.

'Illyana I'm not so sure aboot this.' Rahne squeaks. 'It doesnae feel right!'

'Don't chicken out on me yet Furtop!' Illyana replies. 'We haven't seen Dougie's reaction yet!'

Rahne takes a deep breath and lets herself be lead down the corridor to the rec room.

Rahne winces at the loud volume of the music. Sometimes having heightened hearing can be a drag.

All the other member s of the New Mutants are in the rec room. Kitty and Lockheed are there too. Dani is dancing with Sam. Roberto is over by the punch bowl. Kitty is dancing with Shan while Lockheed flutters around. Amara is sitting on the window ledge with Warlock and Doug, explaining the better part of Nova Roman party etiquette.

Illyana clears her throat to get the others' attention.

'Preeesenting, the new and improved Rahne Sinclair!'

Rahne nervously steps out from behind the doorway and there is a collective gasp as everybody sees what she is wearing. Roberto is the first to speak.

'Who are you and what have you done with the real Rahne? And how long will she be gone?'

Rahne just ignores Roberto and walks up to Doug.

'Lo Dougie.'

Doug stares in amazement at the sight before him.

'Query: Is Self Friend Doug well?' Warlock asks.

'I think that we had better leave Rahne and Douglas alone, don't you?' Amara asks, leading the techno-organic shapeshifter away.

'How d'ye think I look Dougie?' Rahne asks.

'Wow. Rahne you look... Wow!'

'Really?'

'Yeah!'

Over the other side of the room, Illyana is stood talking to Roberto. The blonde sorceress looks back as Sam and Dani walk up behind her.

'Illyana, Dani and ah would like a word with yah.'

'What can I do you for Sammy?' Illyana asks.

'What have yah done tah Rahne?' Sam asks.

'She came up to me earlier today and asked me to help her choose some clothes for the party.' Illyana replies. 'What's wrong with that?'

'It's a little too much, don'cha think?' Sam continues.

'Doug seems to like it!' Illyana points out.

Sam looks over and sees that the young Scot is now dancing with Doug.

'Ah still don't think it's right.' Sam mumbles.

'I think that it makes a nice change.' Dani comments. 'It's nice to see Rahne out of those frumpy dresses she usually wears.'

'See!' Illyana says. 'Dani agrees with me!'

'Am ah the only one that thinks this is wrong?' Sam asks.

Later-

Illyana now has Roberto all to herself. She finds him standing by the punch bowl.

'What're you doing 'Berto?' She asks.

'You promise not to tell anyone?' Roberto replies.

'Yup.'

Roberto sneakily takes a bottle out of his pocket and shows Illyana.

'Omigod!' Illyana gasps. 'Is that what I think it is?'

'Yup.' Roberto replies. 'Tequila from Logan's secret stash!'

'And you were spiking the punch, weren't you?'

'Yup! The party needs livening up a little, don'cha think?'

Later still-

Roberto and Illyana are still standing by the punch bowl.

'I can't believe that nobody tried the punch!' Roberto pouts.

'Except from Rahne.' Illyana replies. 'Where is she anyway?'

'I think I saw her drag Doug upstairs a couple of minutes ago.'

'Uh-oh.' Illyana winces.

'Why uh-oh?' Roberto asks.

'Do the math.' Illyana replies. 'A drunken Rahne and the guy that she like, alone in her room!'

Roberto's mouth forms a small 'O' of realisation, soon to be replaced by an evil smile.

'Looks like the party's gonna get lively pretty soon anyway!'

Rahne's room-

The door to Rahne's room swings open as the young Scot strides in with a nervous Doug follows her.

'Are you sure we should be in here?' Doug asks. 'What if someone finds out?'

'Let 'em!' Rahne slurs. 'I dinnae care!'

Rahne plops down onto her bed, accidentally falling on her butt. She breaks into a fit of giggles.

'Come and sit wi' me.' Rahne says, patting the bed beside her.

Doug gulps nervously and sits down beside her.

'D'ye like me clothes?' Rahne asks.

'They're uh... nice.' Doug replies.

'Illyana chose 'em for me!'

Doug begins to sweat as Rahne creeps closer and puts her hand on his knee.

'Dougie?'

'Uh... Yes?'

'D'ye think I'm sexy?'

'Uh...'

'There's no need tae answer.' Rahne interrupts. 'I kin smell ye!'

Rahne moves close enough that her face is in front of Doug's. She closes her eyes and sniffs deeply. A happy smile spreads on her face.

'Mmm Dougie!'

'Rahne, this isn't right.' Doug says, moving away. 'This isn't you.'

'It is me.' Rahne replies. 'I changed. People change when they're in love. What did Dani say that time? 'Love makes you do the wacky!'

Rahne takes Doug's hand and sits him back down.

'Kiss me.' She says, pulling him close. Doug has no choice but to comply. Their lips are about to touch when Rahne groans and collapses on top of him, trapping him on the bed. Doug tries to release himself but to no avail.

'Uh Rahne, can you let me go please?'

No answer. Rahne is fast asleep.

Doug sighs resignedly and gets ready for an uncomfortable night and the inevitable confrontation with the adults in the morning.

END...

NEXT: THE talk and swimming.