A Reunion

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It's been a month since Professor Charles Xavier fell into an enigmatic coma, leaving his institute and his protégés to continue on without him.

It's been three days since the mark that had appeared on Xavier also appeared on his first eight students, the original X-Men. While none of them have followed their mentor's lead into oblivion, word of this strange shared circumstance reached them all quickly and they've agreed to gather and discuss the situation.

For better or worse, it seems that they're in this together.

It's dark, cold, and snowing outside when they gather in one of the mansion's parlors, a large room with double doors (which they close behind them) and a lit fireplace. The flames inside crackle and dismiss the worst of the night's chill as they arrive one by one, taking positions on two couches and three chairs scattered around a low table. The antique furniture and built-in bookshelves make the space reminiscent of Charles Xavier's office and the man's presence seems to hang over the gathering.

...But at least the bar cart is well-stocked.

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Scott Summers had the foresight to prepare a snack for the group before they met up. Or maybe they just needed a distraction. Regardless, they arrive armed with enough deviled eggs for everyone!

During the discussion, Kitty Pryde says something about themselves or their life that is just...not true. They don't know why they said it or where the thought even came from. How strange.

Near the end of the discussion, Kurt Wagner's mark begins to glow, bright enough to be visible through or around anything that might be obscuring it. One by one, the others' marks follow suit, ending with Emma Frost. The glow of their mark persist for several long moments after the others go dull and seems to pulse within their skin...before they suddenly collapse back with a gasp and fall unconscious.

When Emma wakes, only minutes later, their friends are around them and they recall nothing but a blinding light.

ARRIVALS ⮾ DURING THE TALK ⮾ AFTER THE TALK ⮾ OOC

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AFTER THE TALK: Kurt & Emma

[frost_queen Emma Frost ♕ White Queen]

There's a sharp 'tsk' as Kurt's thoughts drift to concern for her before Emma shuts the door and quietly makes her way over to slip into his bed. Already she feels better, her slight tipsiness and the warmth of another body making her feel cozy and safe.

"Everyone needs to stop worrying so much. Nothing is wrong, my room is just depressing."

AFTER THE TALK: Kurt & Emma

[blauerdamon kurt wagner ⚔️ nightcrawler]

"But we're all so good at worrying," he teases, but his actual worries are mollified when Emma crawls into bed next to him. It's easy and familiar to wrap his arms around her, pressing his face to her shoulder. It's not quite a kiss, but it's more than what "just friends" would do.

"So what can I do to uplift up your evening, Fraulein?"

AFTER THE TALK: Kurt & Emma

[frost_queen Emma Frost ♕ White Queen]

"I know; it's very sweet but also very unnecessary." Emma immediately scoots into Kurt's arms, taking a moment to just appreciate the comfort this contact affords her. She's really not that upset, at least not in a clearly identifiable way. It's more like a slight fog of unease hanging over her, harder to push past with the wine in her system.

Kurt's sort-of kiss is unintentionally pressed right near her mark, something that makes her let out a quiet huff of air.

"Just being here, for the moment." She's not sure if she's in the mood to seek out much else. "I've had two glasses of wine and four eggs," she admits.

AFTER THE TALK: Kurt & Emma

[blauerdamon kurt wagner ⚔️ nightcrawler]

Kurt huffs a bit of laughter against her shoulder, warm breath that can be felt through the fabric of her shirt. His body relaxes against hers, welcoming her in with no other plans besides a similar need for sleep. "Bad combination," he murmurs. "You should get to sleep so you don't have a very unusual hangover."

AFTER THE TALK: Kurt & Emma

[frost_queen Emma Frost ♕ White Queen]

Emma is restless, unsure of what she wants or how she wants to be positioned. She shifts a little in Kurt's embrace, then a bit more, finally settling in as the little spoon, but even that doesn't stop her moving as she practically tries to get comfortable in her own skin.

"Decadence hangover," she jokes, letting out a little sigh as she finally stops squirming, pressing back into her companion. "It still feels very strange to be moving back here, even though I'm happy to."

AFTER THE TALK: Kurt & Emma

[blauerdamon kurt wagner ⚔️ nightcrawler]

When Emma finally stills, Kurt's arms find their resting place wrapped around her. His tail snakes over her calves as he settles down into the position Emma has chosen. "There will be an adjustment period," he agrees, "but it's good to have you back. You let me stay with you when I needed a place, and now I can return the favor."

AFTER THE TALK: Kurt & Emma

[frost_queen Emma Frost ♕ White Queen]

"I gave you your own room and all I get is a bed to share?" Emma complains, clearly not meaning a single word of it. The bed, the touch, is nice and exactly what she needs.

"But... yes. I wish the circumstances were better. And I really need you to not worry about me, even though I've just crawled into your bed."

AFTER THE TALK: Kurt & Emma

[blauerdamon kurt wagner ⚔️ nightcrawler]

Kurt's body shakes with sleepy laughter. "You crawling into my bed is never worrisome," he teases, but maybe this is the time to be a bit more serious. He inhales a deep breath through his nose, then exhales slowly; a practiced exercise that he's never been very good at. "I won't fuss over you. I promise. I know what you are."

AFTER THE TALK: Kurt & Emma

[frost_queen Emma Frost ♕ White Queen]

"Good." Emma really does mean that she doesn't want to be fussed over, even if her ever so slightly fuzzy thoughts remind her that she isn't doing particularly well. Quiet comfort is better than a mind racing to fix how she's feeling.

Feeling the controlled breath, she puts her hands over Kurt's.

"Shall I calm your mind?"