OK, if Derek is playing chess with Xavier, then who's the catatonic hottie in the Medical Bay at Haven? 'Cause if Derek is in Xavier's head, that makes him some kind of telepath, which would make him a -- say it ain't so! -- a mutant, eh what? Abomination indeed! I may be hopelessly confused, but I don't care. Onward.... --Wendie

Author's Response: The confusion is all part of the story experience Wendie. Though for a loyal reader such as yourself I'll drop a hint or two. Derek isn't a Mutant. Nor was he truly in Xaviers mind. Call it a little reprogramming or brainwashing. Something to confuse the issue. You'll find out about it at greater length later on in the story.