Emotions Unleashed

Chapter 3-House Guests


“Hello, Charles!”

“Erik, Wanda, what are you two doing here?” He asked the two as they stood in the doorway, Magneto smiling warmly at his former friend and enemy...

“Well,” Erik started, leaning slightly on the doorframe. “You once told me that I’m always welcome here, I just wanted to know if that offer was still open.” Wanda shifted nervously behind him, staring at the ground.

“Of course the offer still stands, Erik.” Charles replied, getting over his initial shock of seeing both of them at his door. “As long as you don’t threaten or hurt any of my students, you may stay as long as you like. Though I’m sure not everyone will...welcome you staying here...” Erik nodded, knowing what he was getting himself into.

“I know that, Charles.” He pushed away from the frame and stepped inside. Hesitantly Wanda followed him through the door.

“You don’t have to worry about loosing control and breaking anything, Wanda. A house full of hormonal mutant teenagers has it’s risks. And no, I didn’t read your mind.” He said, seeing her slightly angry look. “I’ve gotten pretty adept at reading people without hearing their thoughts.” She nodded, looking around the foyer. “You can join any missions, or any training sessions you want to here. I won’t force you to do anything you don’t want to.”

“T-thank you.” Wanda responded softly, turning at the sound of footsteps. Hank headed out of a hallway, raising his eyebrows in surprise at the two guests.

“Erik and Wanda will be staying with us for a while, Hank.” Charles told his friend.

“Really...” Hank replied, giving Erik a curious look.

“And don’t think you can change my mind about the human race.” Erik said in a teasing voice. Hank laughed, shaking his head slightly as a smile broke out on his face.

“Of course not!! I wouldn’t dare!!” Logan appeared in the foyer suddenly and froze at the sight before him.

“What’s ol’ bucket head doin’ here?” Logan asked gruffly, crossing his arms over his chest.

“Erik and Wanda will be staying with us for a while.” Charles explained, looking warily between Erik and Logan, gauging their reactions. Logan shrugged slightly, not seeming to care too much. The telepath let out a breath he hadn’t known he’d been holding.

“Would you like to see your rooms now?” Charles questioned.

“Actually, I’d rather run a Danger Room session with Logan if that’s alright.” Logan’s face lit up and he grinned ferally.

“Of course it is. You can always find a room later.” Erik and Logan started off to the Danger Room, Hank hurrying after them, muttering something about ‘not wanting to miss the fight of the century’. Leaving Charles and Wanda alone.

“Can...I see my rooms?” Wanda asked hesitantly, feeling extremely uncomfortable with being in the house of her former enemies.

“Of course, follow me.” Charles led her down a hallway, pointing out several important rooms along the way. Stopping at a room at the end of the hallway. You can stay here, if you need anything, don’t hesitate to ask.” She nodded, a slightly downcast look on her face. Charles smiled gently at her. “Wanda,” He said, waiting until she met his eyes to continue. “You aren’t a prisoner here, you can move freely in and around the house, and feel free to read anything in my study. My books don’t get read enough for their own good.” She cracked a small smile at that. Charles turned to leave, but stopped at her quiet words.

“Uh, wait.” He turned back towards her. “What...do you want me to call you?” She asked, shifting shyly in the door to her rooms.

“Call me whatever you like, Wanda.” He replied, smiling at her. “Professor, Charles, Xavier, it doesn’t matter to me. Just don’t call me sir, I hate when people call me that. It makes me feel old.” He said, smirking at his own joke. Wanda laughed. It was brief, but a real laugh nonetheless. “And...how am I supposed to find you, if I need anything?” She asked curiously.

“You could wander around the house.” He said, grinning at her raised eyebrows. “Or you could try projecting.”

“Projecting?”

“Yes, it’s not extremely hard to do, and won’t take much concentration. All you really have to do is yell in your head, if it’s focused right, a telepath can usually pick it up. I can help you build some barriers in your mind, so you don’t accidentally project something you don’t want either myself or Jean to hear.”

“That would probably be a good idea,” She started, nodding slightly. “But right now I just want to get used to everything.”

“I understand perfectly.” He quickly explained to her about when dinner was and that they tried to all have it together, but that it wasn’t a requirement. He also told her that her room had it’s own bathroom, unlike most of the other students’ so she didn’t have to share with anyone else. “Oh, we’ll also need to get you some more clothes as well. I noticed you and your father didn’t bring any with you.” She nodded and he continued. “I’m sure one of the girls would like to go on a shopping spree with you.” Her eyes flashed with horror at the thought of Kitty or Jean dragging her through a section of pink clothing and opened her mouth to protest. Charles shook his head slightly. “We’ll figure that out later though. Well, remember what I said about exploring, and if you need anything. I’ll just be going now.” They said goodbye and Wanda headed in to examine her room while Charles headed off to find Storm. ‘I wonder how she’ll take the news...’ He mused as he headed towards the gardens.

Tbc

Sorry about the short chapter!! Didn’t know what else to write in this one!! Next one will hopefully be longer!! And I’ll start defining some of the other relationships soon, promise!!