According to Charles, the school's Halloween celebrations were supposed to be a chance for the younger students to have some fun and relaxation after the near-Apocalypse earlier that year. So when Erik opened the door—

"Trick or treat!" said Peter and Ororo.

"Aren't you a little old for this?"

They ignored him like the children they weren't. Ororo nudged Peter, whispering.

"You should ask me who I am," said Peter.

"Well, go on."

Peter cleared his throat. "Let's just say I'm Frankenstein's monster —"

The whispering intensified.

"— and I'm looking for my creator."