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Kai: So I've come to the conclusion that this is gonna end up being a long story XD

Gambit: I figured as well

Kai: Oh hush you. Anyways I'm sorry for not updating in a while I kinda list inspiration *chuckles nervously*

Gambit: Yeah *scoffs* ya got Walkin Dead on the brain

Kai: Hey its a good show D:

Warren: Lets not go there. *rolls eyes* Here's the next installment dear readers

Kai: Enjoy :D

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After introductions finished the younger members stayed around for a watered down version of why they were here. Xavier's office was surprisingly quiet, Lae just sitting there with her eyes trained on this new man. She did well, hiding her intrigue behind an uncaring mask. It seemed as though she was waiting for Xavier to tell everyone the world was ending but he never did. Everyone eventually stood, said their goodbyes and departed from the area.

Fury's expressionless eyes stayed trained on the female slowly taking her leave. She's defiant and had a temper based upon Logan's description of her. He also noticed that she didn't fully except the reasoning, believing something of importance was left out. She didn't voice these allocations though, simply let then simmer in her mind.

Fury could freely admit that she aggravated him beyond his levels of sanity, but he understood that she didn't know him and as such held no respect for him. But a few traits caught his eye, the most was the fact she could hold her own against anyone. He watched as she spoke with the ones she called her pack, he noticed a glimmer of unrestrained love and protective care in her gaze.

She was loyal to those she cared about and gave them everything she held. A strong spirit she is, and perfect for what he had in mind.

"Director Fury, you seem to have an interest in Siren." A statement not a question.

Fury turned toward the smiling Professor. "She's unique and would fit well with the Avengers."

Logan scoffed and lit up a fresh cigar. "Kit won't go."

"Why would she not? It would be a great learning experience for her."

Logan glanced at Mariah. "Kit won't leave her pack for anything. They're always together."

"Separation might be good for her." Fury stared Logan down.

"That child locked herself away from the world for the longest time. Me and Remy found her and he was the one that was able to get her to open up."

"Found?"

"Its Lae's story not mine. She wouldn't be to happy with me if I told ya." Logan nodded at the Professor and turned to take his leave.

"If its Lae ya want. Expect to take more with you." Logan called over his should before disappearing around the corner.

A shiver ran down Lae's spine, she could feel those eyes piercing her flesh. It felt like a thousand spiders crawling across her skin, just trying to draw a reaction from within her.

"You alright Cher?"

"I'm fine Remy." She forced a smile in his direction.

His lips twisted down at the corners into a frown. Lae looked away, she knew he didn't believe her. They could read each other that well.

Remy grabbed Lae's elbow and pulled her to a stop. "Hey guys go on ahead. We'll meet up in the Commons."

Rogue glanced at Remy's face and nodded. "Alright. We'll see you there." She released Lae's hand which shot out trying to regain that connection. Their fingers grazed as Rogue turned to guide the rest of the group away. She smiled over her shoulder, silently telling Lae it'll be ok.

Remy and Lae watched them depart, losing sight once they rounded the corner. Siren focused on Gambit with her foot tapping impatiently and a glare leveled at his crown of wavy brown. He ignored it, listening to their footfalls grow fainter down the corridors. Once he could no long hear them, he turned towards the agitated female.

"So what's goin on Sy."

She scoffed and moved her glare to the wall behind his head. "I don't know what you're talking about Rem. Everything's fine."

"Bull. I've known ya da longest Cher. Don't lie to me." He reached out to grab Lae's hand but she yanked it out of reach.

"Don't." She hissed.

Remy sighed, running his hand down his face. "Cher. Calm down. What's got your hackles on da rise?"

Silence filled the hallway the two of them stood in, she didn't know what to start. She glanced up at Rem's sad smile and her eyes darted away after seeing the concern in his gaze.

Lae refused to meet his eyes and Remy automatically knew something wasn't right. "Laelia." He curled his finger beneath her chin and tilted her head back. "Please tell me what's wrong."

Lae whimpered and moved her gaze to the ground. "Something's gonna happen Rem." Her Irish rhythm was showing, causing warning bells to ring in Remy's mind.

"What is Cher?"

"I don't know." She launched herself from Remy and started to pace before him. "Something Rem!" She threw her arms in the air and ran them through her hair. "I could see it. Feel it. Xavier is hiding something from us! And its going to end up hurting us!"

"Woah Cher. Chill." Remy removed her hands from their fisted position in her locks. "Cher no one's gonna hurt ya. I promised ya. Remember?"

Lae turned teary amber to clash with passionate red. "I don't think we have much of a choice. Something is gonna change all of this Rem."

"Are ya sure?"

"During the entire conversation that man and Xavier never once glanced away from me. Whatever they're planing it's most likely going to involve me."

Remy's eyes softened and he pull Lae into his arms. "It'll be alright Cher. I promise." He rested his chin on the top of her head that she buried in his chest. "Trust me."

"I always will Rem." Her voice muffled by his shirt but he could feel her smile.

Colossus glanced at the female sitting next to him taking in how she was watching the TV but her mind was else where. She kept fidgeting in her seat, nails tapping none stop on the arm rest. It would seem Rogue had issues when Lae wasn't beside her. She is no longer the outgoing girl he noticed earlier but a quiet wreck that flinched at any physical contact that came to close.

"Is she always like this?"

"You mean without Lae?" Warren looked at Piotr from his spot on the floor. "Yeah." He glanced at Rogue and noticed she wasn't paying then any attention. "Over the years her and Lae became closer. They're sisters without the blood."

"Ist also because Rogue can touch Lae without harming her."

Colossus whipped towards Kurt without an eyebrow raised and glanced back at Rogue when he received confirmation to his silent question.

"How?"

Warren chuckled. "Pheromones."

Piotr blushed but asked his next question anyway. "What do... P-Pheromones have to do with it?"

"Don't know but that's our best guest. Lae never bothered finding out the reason. So we say Pheromones cause she can use them to calm others."

Kurt nodded and picked up where Warren left off. "She also trying to figure out how to enable Rogue to touch others. To control her gift."

Warren scoffed. "I still think Rogue and Lae should end up together. We'd get a free show." His hands shot up in two thumbs up.

A heavy book collided with Warren's head and he flopped back to the floor with a screech of shock.

"Shut up Feathers!"

"Lae!" Rogue jumped up from her spot next to Piotr and wrapped the other girl in a hug.

"Woah. Rogue your acting like I died." Lae chuckled as she wound her arms around the other girls waist. "Everything's fine."

"See! They are so gay for each other!"

Lae's eyebrow twitched and she grabbed another book which she fired at the fallen angel. A yelp was her prize as Warren pleaded for mercy.

"Go easy on him Cher. If I didn't want Rogue for m'self I would agree with 'im." A nervous chuckle escaped his chest when he was on the receiving end of duel glares from the women.

"Best not test your luck Gambit."

"I agree wit ya there Blue." He wandered away from the two, making his way to Kurt and sat on the floor by his feet. He pulled a deck of cards from his back pocket and shuffled them with a smirk on his face. "Who wants ta play Hold'Em?"

A glance at the clock read 9pm, they would be fine as long as they weren't to loud. Thank the Gods the Commons was sound proof, their group and cards were an amusing mix.

"I'm game."

After many rounds of Hold'Em and many curses spewed in Remy's direction, Lae finally glanced at the clock. She smiled as she took in the places of the hands. Her fingers never stopped running through the brown locks splayed across her lap.

"Guys it's getting late. Maybe we should call it a night."

Remy glanced up from counting his pile of gummy bears. "Ah! But it's just gettin fun!" His lips drew into a pout.

Lae rolled her eyes and pointed at the clock. "Rem it's nearing 2."

He scoffed. "Don't mean shit! Warren's still got bears. And I want 'em."

Lae chuckled and shook her head, maybe raiding the kitchen was a bad idea. But Remy wanted something to bet with and gummies were the safest choice. The trip to the kitchen involved insane laughter and continuous humming of the mission impossible theme song. Luckily they weren't caught and ran off cackling with their loot of multiple bottles of soda and arms full of gummy bear bags.

She honestly didn't want to head to bed either but Rogue was passed out on her lap. The brunette started to have a hard time keeping her eyes open and Lae offered her lap. Rogue eventually curled beside her and placed her head there. Staying there for the last two hours while the game kept going till she fell asleep. Warren and Remy found the situation hilarious and made numerous gay jokes, which earned then whacks to the head with gummy bags.

"She still out my frund?"

Lae looked up at the crouched figure of Kurt. "Yeah. I think a bomb could go off and she would still be dead to the world."

Kurt chuckled into his hand. "I might agree with you on that."

"I eard that." Was the sleepy reply from Lae's lap cat as Rogue shifted and yawned.

"Welcome back to da living."

"Very funny Gambit."

Lae leaned down a smile on her lips. "Enjoy your nap?"

Rogue looked up through her white streaks with an answering smile. "You're lap's comfy."

"I'll take your compliment to heart, my love."

Remy and Warren made kissy faces at each other which earned a bag of bears to the face.

"Win! More bears!"

Lae rolled her eyes and helped Rogue sit up. "Time for bed?"

"Sounds good."

Siren stood offering her hand to pull Rogue up which she accepted. Lae stretched earning a minimal pop from her back, causing Gambit to grimace.

"Not right Cher."

"Oh hush you."

Remy smiled and shoved his bears into a sack, stealing the rest of Warren's unopened packages as well. "Well how's about we escort these fine ladies to their rooms?"

"Your not sleeping in my bed Rem."

"Damn."

The girls left the room laughing with the boys trailing behind them. Walking together was a jovial affair, though most of the talking was in hushed tones so they didn't disturb the sleeping residents. The boys eventually said their goodbyes, leaving the girls at their side by side rooms. Lae and Rogue said their good nights as well before disappearing into their rooms. Calming darkness was welcome as Lae got ready for bed, collapsing under her ocean blue bed spread. Regardless of what the next day brought, Lae knew her friends would always be there for her. Amber eyes stared out the window at the new moon, letting her thoughts drift. Eventually sleep came and she allowed herself to be swept away into dreams of what might be.