The group returned to Stark Tower, where Happy had several Stark employees unload Rogue's things from the moving truck and take it up to the penthouse. Later, they would go with Piotre to his apartment and help him empty it, but for now, he would also stay at the Tower for moral support for Rogue. Nodoka and the kids went upstairs to the penthouse, and she directed the staff to the room where Rogue would be staying.

**Welcome back, Mrs. Stark, Miss Stark. And welcome to you, Miss Marie and Mr. Piotre.** JARVIS announced.

The two mutants smiled at hearing the familiar AI's voice, "Hello, JARVIS," they said in unison.

"JARVIS, is Tony and Souta back yet?"

**No, ma'am, Sir, and little sir went for ice cream after they went to school and shopping.**

Nodoka nodded, "Well, since Tony isn't here yet, why don't you kids get settled in your rooms while Kagome and I get dinner started, yes?"

Rogue and Piotre nodded and went to their rooms to unpack. Kagome followed her mother into the kitchen, and they started dinner. She was excited to have her friends staying with them and for her dad to get started on the dampeners for Marie's powers. Kagome thought that perhaps a necklace would be better than bracelets as it wouldn't be as noticeable. She would talk to her father about it when he got home.

Once dinner was ready, Nodoka and Kagome had JARVIS alert Rogue, and Piotre knew dinner was ready. It was about that time that Tony and Souta showed up, gladdened with shopping bags with all of Souta's school supplies and clothes. Nodoka greeted her husband and son and informed them that dinner was ready. Tony helped Souta put his things away then they washed up for dinner. When they entered the dining room, father and son greeted the two mutant teens.

"I'm glad you guys are here. Rogue, I had a few ideas on how to help you control your powers. At first, I thought of making bracelets that would dampen your powers, but then I thought it would be too conspicuous. So, I decided that some implants would be better. That you can control your thoughts. It will take some training, but I'm sure you can do it, Rogue."

Rogue thought about it as she sat down at the dining room table and served herself some dinner. She liked the idea of implants instead of bracelets and was sure that with Kagome and Tony's help, she could learn to control her powers. Rogue also wanted that the implants wouldn't be noticeable.

Rogue thought it over and nodded, "When do we get started, Mr. Stark?"

Tony grimaced, "Please, Rogue, call me Tony. Mr. Stark was my father."

Rogue smiled, "Then call me Marie."

"Okay, Marie, I have the schematics worked out; it's only a matter of building it and testing them. We can work on them the day after tomorrow. For now, why don't you all enjoy the city?"

Kagome smiled at her dad and agreed they would explore the city and take Souta to the Bronx zoo. After having a lovely meal and stimulating conversation about what Marie and Piotre wanted to study, they all went into the home theatre to watch movies for a while. Kagome thought that if they were going to spend the day exploring the city, she would call Logan to join them. After watching several movies, everyone decided to go to bed, including Tony. Since getting married, Tony cut back on his workload to spend more time with his wife. So, everyone said goodnight, and Nodoka and Tony retired to their room.

Once Tony and Nodoka retired to their room, Tony attacked his wife and threw her on the bed. He quickly undressed her then he stripped. They ended up making love all night. While that was going on, Kagome was in her room texting Logan that she, Souta, and their friend would be free the following day, and she wanted to see if he wanted to get together.

*K-Hey Logan, do you think you can get away tomorrow and meet us in the city? My dad is going to work on Rogue's dampeners tomorrow and said we could go out instead of hanging around the Tower all day.*

*L- Sure, Princess, I don't see why not. Where do you want to meet?*

*K- How about at the Central Park Zoo?*

*L- Okay, it's a date; see you then, sweetheart.*

*K- I love you, Logan.*

*L- I love you too, Princess.*

With that, Kagome giggled and settled down to go to sleep.

The following day, Kagome was up bright and early and happily got ready, then made her way to the kitchen to start breakfast for everyone. When she finished, she had JARVIS let everyone know breakfast was ready. Everyone slowly trickled into the kitchen and sat down for breakfast. Kagome served everyone and happily bustled around the kitchen. Rogue noticed Kagome's odd behavior and the smile on her face. Rogue's brow furrowed then her face lit up when she figured out why Kagome was so happy.

*You talked to Logan last night, didn't you?* Rogue thought to Kagome.

Kagome smiled sheepishly and nodded; *He's going to meet us at the Central Park Zoo;* Kagome giggled.

Rogue rolled her eyes, but she was happy for her friend. After they ate, Tony excused himself and went to his lab to start working on the dampeners for Rogue. Once he left, the teenagers and Souta got ready to leave for the park while Nodoka decided to clean up. They asked her if she wanted to come, but she told them she had a few errands to run.

Once everyone left, Nodoka went and got ready for her doctor's appointment. She waited for Pepper to pick her up, and the two women went to the doctor Pepper had recommended. Nodoka and Pepper sat in the waiting room at the doctor's office. Pepper glanced at her friend, who kept wringing her hands.

Pepper took Nodoka's hands in hers, "Sweetie, you need to relax. There's no point in getting upset until you know for sure."

Nodoka smiled at Pepper, "I know, Pepper, but I'm almost positive I'm pregnant. I took five pregnancy tests, and three were positive, and two were inconclusive."

At that moment, the nurse called Nodoka back; Nodoka asked Pepper to go with her. The two women stepped into the exam room, and the doctor asked why Nodoka was there; she explained her symptoms and the result of the pregnancy tests. The doctor requested Nodoka to give a urine sample and then examined her. The nurse came back with the results.

"Well, Mrs. Stark, based on the exam and the urine test, you are indeed pregnant. I'd say you're about six weeks along, congratulations."

Pepper squealed and hugged her friend, "Oh, Nodoka, I'm so happy for you and Tony!"

"Thank you, Pepper; I only hope Tony feels the same way."

"Are you kidding? Tony is going to be over the moon when he finds out. He told me there's nothing he wants more than to have more children with you."

"Really?" Nodoka asked.

"Yes! So you have nothing to worry about," Pepper reassured her friend.

Nodoka teared up and hugged Pepper, "Thank you so much, Pepper."

"Any time."