Okay, I'm such a dork I didn't realize I'd interspersed Artist into my earlier post (I'd read both at the same time and forgot where Fighter ended). I love this series..thank you so much for these beautiful stories.

Author's Response: Thank you for the lovely feedback. I\'m especially touched at what you remembered from \"Artist\"--that kimono got a nice comment way back when it was first written by someone I was particularly close to, so you brought back some nice memories for me.

Hey again…I’m reviewing whenever I get a chance :)
I was thrilled to see this companion piece…such a treat to get Logan’s POV too. As much as I loved reading about Marie’s POV…and maybe it’s b/c being a girl I tend to always empathize/and root more for the heroine…but she was so heartbreakingly open in the first piece...it was nice to read that L’s feelings ran just as deep. I guess what I’m trying to say is…you know how Logan’s usually portrayed as kind of a man-whore ;) and he’s so guarded and private…opposite of Miss wears-her heart on her sleeve-Marie…to get to read about his feelings (instead of just inferring it)….makes it even better.
-I’m a fan of how he put three years of wanting into that kiss…*swoons*
-I love the description of how HE sees her...perfect.
-Even the fact that he wanted to take the time to enjoy the sight of her on his bed for the first time…it’s sweet that he can be sentimental too.
-It’s an interesting analogy that he saw the avoidance of progression of his relationship with her, as akin to fighting a war….and that it was finally over…I think both sides won :)
Thanks for sharing.

Hi,

Fantastic story...loved it. I have to admit though, I thought it was bittersweet too. I think it's the first time in a story where W/R end up together (b/c they want to..not b/c of rebound/other people etc.)yet I'm left feeling sad..all b/c of Marie. I loved your Marie...and understand how and why Rogue came about..but..I wish she could've integrated with Rogue, instead of completely being taken over. Given time..I think she could also have been able to handle Wolverine...and I got the impression Logan might've thought so too.
So anyway, not to be a total downer LOL, it's an awesome story...and as you can probably tell, it got to me :)..and I'm in awe of your talent. Thanks so much for sharing.

Hi,

I love this story....so much good stuff to gush about but, I'll try to stick with a few :)
-soo cute that Rogue was the designated adult and her "knack", and also nice that the kids got a chance to have fun.
-her costume-awesome
-Logan as silent guard..and getting his POV..how much he wants her, and has for years and their flirting *swoons*
-Finally, L/M on the bike going off into the night with endless possibilities...delicious.
Thank you for this little gem of a story....aaand, I normally wouldn't bring this up for a one-shot..but, there was mention of a possible sequel(though it was a couple of years ago, so possibly not), but..it would be a nice treat for the upcoming Halloween. ;)

Author's Response: There is a second installment planned. I just can\'t decide where to go with it. I have scenes in mind, bits and pieces, but I need to have it glued together, and so far, it ain\'t stickin\'!

Hi,

This was supercute...totally loved it. It had shippery goodness aaand made me laugh...I went awwww when he went to find Marie (ya know the nothing-on-TV was just an excuse)...and laughed out loud when he thought it was a badger. It was hilarious that he was freaked out by the beady little eyes..and felt challenged by it...but hey, at least it pushed him in the right direction. It was so much fun to read..I'm still smiling...thanks for sharing.

Hi,
This is such a beautifully done story…I’m in awe of your talent and the time, energy, and love for L/M you must’ve put into it, b/c it all shows. I have so many things I want to comment on and will try not to write a mini-story lol .
To start off…you made me like Mystique as Rogue’s comrade/literal partner-in-crime(have always liked her as an antagonist-in ff and the movies), b/c I thought in her own way, she really cared about Rogue, knew her pretty well, and tried to get her to face some truths. Secondly, Xavier…he was the calm, soothing, helpful Professor I imagined way back when I watched the cartoons…and I think his presence cemented her feeling welcome/accepted, back at the mansion. Scott…I always like reading about a Scott/Marie friendship..b/c I think they have the best potential for one…and enjoyed your different spin-how it was b/c of their own damaged psyches that they saw each other differently and became
close.
Onto the main two--what can I say about your Rogue? I felt every painfully awkward moment she experienced (and there were quite a few of them)..as well as all her highs and lows. I have to admit, in a way, seeing the despair, loneliness, abandonment, hurt, and unrequited love (she thought) she felt for so long…I was almost tempted to wish she’d just move on from Logan(and I don't want that). In his own way, with his mixed-up signals, misplaced sense of nobility, and fear, he messed her up a lot. Especially since she wasn’t seventeen anymore…he could’ve stepped up a while ago..aaand..the Storm thing didn’t help either. That said…it’s Logan, with his relentless drive to keep her safe and willingness to do anything for her..so that thought didn’t last for too long. I loved how he finally admitted/and showed his feelings in Logan-esque fashion….and well, the fact that he trembled when he was finally with her, didn’t hurt either.
Finally, I’m being a shallow girl…but I like that he got to see her looking hot at least once…especially since she always ended up being a bloody or sweaty mess during their later encounters.
Thank you so much… it’s always a treat to find a long and fantastic story like this. Can’t wait to see where they end up in the epilogue…and the possibility of a post-fic fic sounds great.

Author's Response: Thank you so much for your comments! I\'ve been a bit lax on the epilogue writing (I\'ve been feeling guilty about this for weeks though - heh) and needed something to kick start me again - and I think you might just have done it *g* \r\n\r\nI\'m glad you liked Mystique. I think she has the potential to be one of the most interesting characters out there and it was great fun to play her and Rogue against the world together. Scott and Rogue... I have to admit- if I didn\'t ship Rogan, I\'d probably ship Scott and Rogue. I love playing with the potential friendship there. \r\n\r\nLike you said as well, there was a part of me when I was writing this, when Logan was being at his most stubborn, that nearly thought screw it, ditch Logan & get over it. *lol* I think I made Mystique say it too Rogue as well (Mystique was my sarcastic outlet for many things *g*) I was over the moon when I finally made L&R talk to each other though! Took me far too many chapters!\r\n\r\nAnyway, I\'m rambling - so time to go. But thanks for the feedback!

Hi,

Fantastic series...their world was so unique, engrossing and I enjoyed every second of their journey. I loved everything, from the moment they met, when she was a child...to their ensuing adventures, the end, and their new beginning.
-I like this new, different Logan...he's usually portrayed as kinda promiscuous..so it was an interesting and neat twist about how Marie was the only one he was with.
-I usually stay away from dark endings, esp. when one or both of them end up gone...but, this is the first one where I was totally okay when they died. I think it was b/c they went through so much...a lot of it together..and their love and devotion stayed true and they never gave up on each other. It wasn't an easy love, and they were sure put through the wringer, but it was always felt. So, I thought they had a fitting end..and liked that it was in each other's arms. That said...I was thrilled that they got a chance at a new beginning cause it's always nice reading about second chances, even if it's for a fictional couple.
Thank you so much...it was truly a pleasure to read.

Hey,
I'm on a review roll lol. I enjoyed this story so much...had everything I could want for them. I admit I have a little extra love for the Flight Night chap...besides how the progression of their relationship was described...what struck me was Marie's total surety about Logan...that he wouldn't look at another woman...of course it's inferred a lot in stories and I usually think of it as a given....but, it was extra nice that that's something that'll never be an issue for them.
I also liked how he was the one that kept on moving their relationship to the next level (ILY's etc)....the pleasure Marie takes in knowing that was sweet. Though I was surprised she lost the baby..they're just so together..you know they'll be all right. Thanks a lot for sharing.

Author's Response: I love reviews like this, because it makes me see things that I didn\'t even realize in my own story. Now I\'ve got to go back and re-read. Thanks for shaking things up for me! I\'m glad you enjoyed that one.\r\n

Hi,

Wow..fantastic story. It was fun to read how Logan progressed...he was trying so hard to be "bad ass" he didn't realize or acknowledge the truth of his feelings for Marie for a while. His little moment of paranoia in the kitchen (eyeing her-to see if she was eyeing him-was hilarious). Loved how Marie knows him so well though..she kept her cool and knew how to handle him.
I'm know I'm being toolish here lol..but, my L/M shippin' heart went :( when he hooked up with Emma...I know it ultimately was a catalyst for him to admit his true feelings..but did he have to think she was better in bed *insert over-dramatic sob* ;) Thanks for sharing this awesome story.

Author's Response: :D thanks for the review and yeah i get what u mean but there was a reason (a cleaver reason) for the insertation of emma and her skills. i wanted to get across that marie was not the best he ever had, her kisses didn\'t rock his world and make him go blind but his love for her finally makes logan, a serial pleasure seeker, forgot all that and realise there is more to life then sex. no matter how good it was with emma. lol.

Wow…intense. I tend to avoid fics that are purely just dark/and or angsty..figure there’s enough stress LOL…so, I wasn’t sure about this..but seeing the shipper part, decided to go ahead..and am glad I did...powerful stuff.
I don’t think I’ve read a Logan quite so dominating before, usually it’s Feral!Logan or Wolverine who shows that trait…so it’s really interesting to see it’s Logan who’s made a conscious decision to be like that..sounds like Jean’s messed him up pretty bad..if he’s willing to override his conscience and rise above the “animal” that in the past he’s wanted to distance himself from. That said, underneath all that, the guy who Marie instinctively trusts is still there..there are glimpses which show through…as well as inklings that Marie will breach his defenses (think she’s already kinda started to).
-As for Marie…that core of strength is still there..I think she’ll be a handful and he won’t know what him ;)
Thanks for sharing this great story..there’s a complexity to the characters which make them interesting in addition to all the hotness...since you mentioned it’ll deal with them at the mansion…can’t wait to see how everyone will react to these two *ahem* lovebirds.

Author's Response: Logan\'s got a lot going on in his head. Jean has actually broken him more than he realizes. You will start to see parts of that in chapter 3. He is, underneath it all the guy, that Marie can instinctively trust and to some extent she already does or she would have blotted sometime in the night. They both have an interesting journey ahead. I hope you like it.

Yay an update..have to say these little vignettes are small, yet pack a big punch...they leave me wanting to know more..to know all of it, actually LOL.
For some reason I’d imagined life outside the gates, aka life for non-mutants, was “normal” and decent and that the mutants, herded and living in their contained area, were worse off. Now, that theory’s shot, lol...unless the guys were lying to Marie?..hmmm. Either way, whatever life is like on the other side..glad to see Logan still manages to be wherever Marie is..she’s probably the only bright spot in his life..I think. Thank you.

Author's Response: I don\'t know what the world outside is, I haven\'t seen it yet. And this pace I\'ll be old and grey before my muse reveals even the smallest glimpse of it. But I\'m glad that you find these scribblings interesting. :)

Hilarious...and soo cute. I love the idea of a teen-age Logan and Marie..and the possibility of them as high school sweethearts :D
This snarky, attitude-y juvie Logan totally made me smile...can't wait to see what trouble he gets into...and esp. can't wait to see him get knocked off his feet by Marie. Gotta say thought, never having read the comics, a short Wolvie always catches me by surprise. Thanks a lot.

Author's Response: heh heh, i love short Wolverine. something about him having a bad case of \"short man syndrome\" always made sense to me in the comics. in X-men Evolution he appears to be taller, but as the students grow up, especially Scott it becomes clear he\'s not that tall. there\'s a couple of great scenes in late season of Evo where Cyclops TOWERS over him. a guy like Logan would haaaaaaate that, especially as a surly teenager.