[hr][hr][center][img]https://i.postimg.cc/FKJKRczH/the-gifted-591b350cc9ba7.png[/img][hr][img]https://i.postimg.cc/Z5cCmn3C/giphy.gif[/img][/center][hr][hr][center][@Nallore][@FantasyChic][@BlueSky44][@Achronum][@Trainerblue192][@KazAlkemi][@Framing A Moose][/center][hr][center][h3][color=f7941d][b]Washington D.C.: September 10th, 2020 - 3:15 PM[/b][/color][/h3][/center][hr][hr][center][img]https://i.postimg.cc/WpKJC0mt/image.png[/img][/center][hr][color=f7941d][b]The Morlock Tunnels -> The Luxury - the Washington D.C. Waterfront...[/b][/color]

	Polaris wasn't aware of Ana's annoyance with her - she wasn't a Queen or King of the Hellfire Club, Ana was. She had joined this organization less than twenty four hours ago, solely because she believed the creation of Genosha was integral to the survival of mutantkind. She hated her father. She knew that his soul was dark and twisted. And she believed that each member of the Hellfire Club was just like him. But unfortunately, the angels weren't going to save her species - she had to deal with the devils in order to survive. 

	Polaris used her powers to force open the sewer grating above and she climbed up the ladder quickly, emerging into the sparkling daylight at the DC Waterfront. They were lucky - the crowds marching, spreading Stryker's message of hate and fear hadn't bothered with the yachts. It also didn't take Polaris too long to see her half sister over on the Luxury. She used her powers to glide over onto the ship. [color=A9F8C7]"Wanda... I didn't expect to see you,"[/color] Polaris said.

	[color=red]"Oh really? Thought you were clearly father's favorite child, so why wouldn't he tell you?"[/color] she snapped, shooting daggers at Polaris with her eyes.

	[color=3D5DC3]"Come on, we're all friends here,"[/color] the Three in One reminded the sisters. Only Esme seemed to be a little bit concerned about the cattiness. 

	[color=A9F8C7]"Look, I don't crave Father's approval and honestly, you shouldn't either,"[/color] Polaris replied, crossing her arms. [color=A9F8C7]"He's just a man."[/color]

	[color=red]"You can't tell me what to do especially considering the fact that you know nothing and last time I checked you were running around with Xavier's crowd."[/color]

	Polaris sighed. There was a reason she never really felt close to any of her siblings. [color=A9F8C7]"Fine, have it your way, Wanda. I'm the bad guy, happy? Now I'm here to get the triplets and Jinx back. You're welcome to come, if not, then I'll see you at the next funeral."[/color][hr][center][img]https://i.postimg.cc/5yqyXQGW/image.png[/img][/center][hr][color=f7941d][b]Aboveground - Mutant Underground Hideout...[/b][/color]

	[color=DBA1DE]"Jackie, you can't Elsa me!"[/color] Casper complained. He knew that he wasn't the most serious person around. But even despite all of his flaws, he wasn't about to let Jack just act like he hadn't dropped something mind blowing into their conversation there. It was just about the only thing Jack could have said that was [i]more[/i] concerning than the news that their brother had been abducted. [color=DBA1DE]"So if your father is Mister Sinister, then..."[/color]

	[i]"Your mother is more of a whore than we thought?"[/i] Ben chimed in.

	[color=DBA1DE]"Hey, that's my mom you're talking about! Even if it is true!"[/color] Casper snapped. He shook his head, continuing to pace in circles. They were too far from Jack's office to just walk to it anyways. [color=DBA1DE]"Maybe it isn't true. Maybe it was just something Sinister said to trick you - people like him do that all the time, in order to mess with heroes and Axe body spray enthusiasts like yourself."[/color]

[color=f7941d][b]The Dining Room - Mutant Underground Hideout...[/b][/color]

	[color=D48FFF]"Thanks,"[/color] Blink told Callie with a smile. She sat down against the wall with the kid, giggling slightly at the kid got pizza sauce all over their chin. It was cute and heartwarming however. The ex-Morlock was eating her delicious hot piece of 'za as well. The kid gasped slightly as Professor X wheeled into the room, Veil standing at the side of his floating wheelchair. "Is that..." the kid whispered and Blink nodded slightly. [color=D48FFF]"That's Professor X."[/color]

	[color=00aeef]"Pleasure to see you all again,"[/color] Xavier said, nodding his head.

	"Professor... It is good to see you," Kurt gushed slightly, feeling even more at ease in the presence of his mentor. Being rescued by his friend Colossus had been a blessing, but having Xavier here was a gift. 

	[color=B0B4B0]"Professor, I would like you to meet my sister, Illyana,"[/color] Colossus said, beaming slightly with pride. He had always wanted to introduce his little sister to his family, the X-Men. He hadn't had the chance before - but now he did. 

	[color=6B576F]"I prefer the name Magik,"[/color] Illyana corrected, staring at the bald telepath. 

	[color=00aeef]"Hello Kurt, and it is good to meet you Magik."[/color]

	Veil took in the room for a moment, glad to see that the mutants they rescued were already in better conditions. Once Xavier said what he came here for, she was going to see if the rescued mutants could be taken back to the X-Mansion with him. Beast would likely be able to continue caring for them and from New York, they could easily be sent along the Underground to a station in Canada - a place where the mutant laws were a little looser, allowing them to live something like a normal life again. [color=935DB8]"I don't mean to make you feel unwelcome, X... But I think we can skip the pleasantries and get into why you're here,"[/color] Veil said a bit bluntly. 

	[color=00aeef]"I'm in DC mainly as my daughter is currently in SHIELD custody and my oldest son is missing. As well as because I heard about what happened to the Morlocks."[/color]

	She hesitated for a moment. She didn't know that Xavier had a daughter. Though to be fair, she also hadn't known he had a son until she met Casper. [color=935DB8]"If you mean Casper, he left with the detective... As for the Morlocks, we handled the issue - it was Sebastian Shaw and Mister Sinister behind it. Sinister is in the Savage Land. Shaw's trail has gone cold."[/color]

	[color=00aeef]"I was not referring to Casper. I was referring to my eldest son David. Though it is somewhat comforting to hear that Casper is with his half brother right now. As Jacques tends to keep him out of trouble... As for Sinister, I know about what all happened, at least in part if you wouldn't mind elaborating a bit so I can hear it from you Veil."[/color]

	Veil nodded, taking a brief pause. [color=935DB8]"Glimpse came to us with information about Sebastian Shaw. I took a team to investigate and while we were gone, Hounds attacked our headquarters. Negasonic provided us a lead to a local bar and we went there next to investigate, finding Sinister's secret lair. We barely escaped with our lives on our first scouting mission. The return trip was far more successful... I don't know how yet, but Emma Frost seems to be involved. She took two new mutants named Leighton and Max."[/color]

[color=f7941d][b]Medical (Room 10, Second Floor) - Mutant Underground Hideout...[/b][/color]

	[color=#DAF7A6]"It's the food of the gods,"[/color] Sunshine agreed, talking with her mouth full. The sweet garlicky crust was a symphony in her mouth, accompanied with the rich marinara sauce and the thick, oozy, creamy cheese. She was absolutely in heaven. In that moment, she could have died happy. She swallowed and forced another gigantic bite into her mouth, living entirely in this moment. She finished her slices and quickly grabbed another pair, making a sandwich out of them just the same. That was one issue with kids who grew up on the street - they often couldn't stop themselves when food was available, as they never knew when their next chance to eat would be.

	[color=E33B19]"Glimpse was in the dining room last I saw her,"[/color] Negasonic told James, playing on her phone again. For once, there wasn't a mean comment or sullen silence that accompanied the information. 

	[color=3346D5]"Hey there little brother. It's been a while. Hope you haven't been causing trouble or something,"[/color] [url=https://i.pinimg.com/originals/64/8b/f1/648bf101fb9f97726cc47f1f0cf63910.png]Cyclops[/url] said from the doorway of the room, looking over at Havok. His facial expression was difficult to read, largely due to the ruby red shades that covered his eyes. They were the only things preventing Cyclops' laser beams from destroying everything in the room, however.

	Havok glanced over at his brother, more than a little bit surprised - and slightly annoyed, since it meant that he would have to tell Cyclops about Vulcan. He wasn't too sure how his big brother would react. [color=FAFD95]"We're the same height, Scott,"[/color] Havok pointed out. [color=FAFD95]"I'm not your little brother."[/color] He then walked forward and brought Cyclops in for a bro hug, clapping him on the back. 

	[color=3346D5]"You will always be my little brother Alex whether you like it or not. What happened to you? Looks like your shirt has been put through a paper shredder or something at this rate."[/color]

	[color=#DAF7A6]"Sapphire did it,"[/color] Sunshine interrupted, speaking with her mouth filled with gooey pizza. She vaguely recognized Cyclops. He was the leader of the X-Men - or at least, he used to be. She wasn't really certain why he was here, since it was an odd time for him to show up to check in on his little brother. Was that what blood family was supposed to do for each other? Check in?

	[color=FAFD95]"It wasn't Sapphire's fault,"[/color] Havok sighed. [color=FAFD95]"It was Sinister... Listen, have you heard anything from Lorna? She went off the grid. I'm worried about her."[/color]

	[color=3346D5]"Well that explains it I guess... And no I haven't heard anything about her Alex, sorry."[/color]