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Chapter 10

"You can't be serious, Logan! What in the world could you be thinking? You don't even know her." Jean shrieked totally floored by Logan's announcement.

Logan was standing in Chuck's office with the team. He had wanted to let them know that he had a lead on his past, and that he and Rogue were going to be heading out to investigate it. He also told them, that Rogue needed time and space to recovery, and that he thought getting away from the mansion and everyone, might be the best way to help her.

Rogue, herself had borrowed one of the mansion's cars to head into town to empty out her old checking and savings account. Then she was going to pick up some necessary items that she was going to need for their trip, clothes, and toiletries, along with a few other items.

Logan was thankful that Rogue wasn't here to hear this conversation. He was hoping she'd be willing to return to the mansion one day with him, and this wouldn't warm her to the idea.

"I'm thinking I want to follow through with this lead." Logan stated, trying not to growl or snap at Jean. He still like the woman. He had a lot of respect for her, and she was a knockout, but she was starting to getting on his nerves.

Some of Logan's annoyance must have come through, because she gentled her tone just a bit, knowing how important Logan's past was to him. "I can understand that Logan." Jean said her tone regaining the earlier uncomfortable/suspicious again. "I'm talking about why are you taking Rogue with you. She's dangerous, and untrustworthy. She hasn't told anyone about herself or about her mutation, expect that it's her skin, and that it's deadly. She could be working with some government for all we know. Maybe we were suppose to rescue her so we'd bring her here, and she could infiltrated the mansion. You're the hardest of us to kill. If she can get you alone, and her skin is as deadly as she claims, she could very well be trying to kill you."

"She ain't trying to get me alone, Jeannie. I'm the one who invited her to come along. She didn't even known about the trip until this morning." Logan stated growing frustrated. He didn't know Jeannie had such a dislike of Rogue.

"Still we don't know anything about her. Charles and I can't read her. She could still be up to something. You saw how she acted yesterday. She's not to be trusted." Jean agrued back clearly not willing to accept Rogue as easily as the others.

"I believe you are being to hard on her, Jean." Charles stated trying to calm, Jean, but he was upset that she was still so against Rogue. "It is true that we do not know Rogue very well, Yes she has been aloof, but she was respectful and very careful of her skin at all times while she has been here. She made sure no one was accidentally hurt. I believe Logan is right. That some time and space maybe just the thing that Rogue needs to recover. Rogue may still decide to return one day, and hopefully we can do a better job in getting to know her, and welcoming her." Charles said sincerely.

"You never know, Chuck." Logan said, but was hoping for the same thing.

"I don't know, Professor. Rogue is young, and Logan isn't known for being very responsible with the kids." Scott said worried about Rogue's safety and well being with Logan.

Logan growled annoyed. Scooter always thought the worst of him. Just because he didn't like being responsible for a bunch of brats that wasn't his, didn't mean he was irresponsible. Of course Rogue was far from a kid, but that wasn't Logan's place to correct. If Rogue hadn't told them her age, she had her reasons. She was legal, and could make her own decisions, that was all that matter to Logan.

"Scott, I know that you care for Rogue, and are concerned for her. However, as I have warned you, Rogue is not a child. She will not tolerate being coddled. She is a very independent young woman, with her own mind. She is of legal age, and can do as she wishes. If she has decided that she wishes to go with Logan, then there is nothing we can do. We will of course encourage her to return, and to contact us if she should every need any help. We will make sure to let her know that she will always be welcomed back, but other than those three things, the only thing we can do is support her."

"But what if those government guys get wind of her being out in the open?" Scott worried.

"I am sure that Logan will do everything he can to protect her." Charles said looking over to Logan for affirmation.

"I'm not going to let anything happen to her." Logan affirmed assuredly.

"Logan will well able to protect her if needed, plus as we have already seen that Rogue is not without means to protect herself. I am sure that she will be alright. I am sure Logan will take very good care of her." Charles said with a small hint of a smile on his face, and a knowing look in his eyes.

Logan frowned suspicious at the old man, but didn't put it past the telepath to have picked up on his protective and possessive instincts toward Rogue. However, Logan had no plans on acting on any of those instincts, at least not any time in the near future. The most important thing was Rogue's recovery and feeling secure and safe. There was also the fact he wanted to learn more about his past. After that, if things worked out between the two, maybe they could explore a more intimate relationship.

"Make sure you take good care of her." Scott ordered sternly as he glared at Logan.

Logan thought about making some smart comment, but only said with a nod. "Will do."

"I still think this is a bad idea. Ro, you haven't said anything." Jean said hoping to have someone agree with her.

Everyone turned to look at, Storm. Storm noticed how annoyed and tense Logan looked, but he was trying to hold his tongue. She figured it was out of respect for Jean.

"The only thing I have to say, is Logan,"

"Yeah Ro?" Logan asked his tone tight, but not harsh or mean.

"Be careful, take care of yourself and Rogue, and I hope you find what you are looking for." Storm smiled warmly at her friend. She was pleased when Logan relaxed and looked appreciative at her.

"I will, thanks, Ro." Logan said back, his voice much softer. He always did like, Storm. He knew she could be a force to reckon with if you messed with someone she cared about, but she was caring and supportive without getting into his business, which Logan appreciated greatly.

"Ro?" Jean frowned at her friend.

"I trust Logan's judgment, Jean. It's true that we don't know Rogue that well, but she was always very respectful to me. As well as very conscious to make sure no one was hurt by her skin. I believe that if Logan trust her, especially to take her with him to search for his past, then we should respect that. It's not like Logan doesn't know how to take care of himself, or to contact us if he should need us." Storm said honestly, but gently to her best friend. She knew it was hard for Jean to trust blindly, without the help of her telepathy, but Storm never had telepathy to rely on. She had to go on her instincts, and how people acted. Storm believed, Rogue to be a person who had a very hard life, and was scared to trust again, but if she ever did, she would be a very loyal friend. Just like a certain Wolverine.

"Hank?" Jean turned to the only person left who hadn't giving his opinion on the matter.

"I am in agreement with, Ororo. I am sorry, Jean." Hank said when he saw her frown upset and huffed disappointed.

"Fine, I still think it a bad decision, but Logan please take care of yourself. Come back to us safely, and I hope you find what you are looking for too." Jean said tightly, but more sincere and supportive. She stepped over to him, to give him a hug.

Logan tried to relax and smile. He opened his arms and welcomed her hug.

"Thanks Jeannie." Logan said, then pulled away.

"You're welcome. Make sure to call every now and again to let us know you're okay, and nothing has happened to you." Jean ordered firmly.

"I'll try," was all Logan promised. He wasn't one for keeping in touch, but he would try to call every now and again to let them know Rogue hadn't killed him, not that Logan had any worries about that happening.