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Twelve

Astrid took a deep breath, then teleported from her apartment, to the school, right into Charles office. She looked around, seeing how much had changed in the 5 years she had been gone. Though she would video call, and speak to them weekly. Logan would still visit once a month, usually bringing along a guest, but it wasn't the same.

This wasn't just a school, it was her home. Feeling her eyes prickle at the memories, she shook her head, and went to the door, opening it. She saw kids running about, but there was a familiar face down the other end of the hallway.

'Hey trouble!..'.. She shouted as she stepped out grinning, causing everyone to whip around to look at her. Seeing the girls eyes go wide, she dragged a boy along with her, crashing through the crowd of students and launching at Astrid in an embrace. Astrid laughed, holding the girl tight... 'I take it you missed me?..'

Rogue pulled back, beaming with happiness, as she held onto Astrids hands... 'I can't believe you're finally back. And yes, I've missed you..'

'Ok, first off..'.. Astrid smirked at her... 'Hey Bobby. Long time no see..'.. She stepped closer and pulled him in for a hug, which he returned.

'Hey Asti. It's been a while..'.. He smiled at her, then his gaze flicked to Rogue. Astrid could see the truth between them both, and she would never embarrass either of them.

'That it has, I swear you're taller than Scott now. How's your powers coming along?..'.. She asked, and he created a small little ice sculpture of a dove for her, which she took.

'You've got a good handle on them, I'm proud of you. And you Rogue, you doing ok? I've actually brought an upgrade for you..'.. Astrid uses her powers to preserve the dove, and places it in her bag, before pulling out a box for Rogue, handing it to her... 'I know you'll be nervous, but it's not a bracelet. It's an implant to go in behind each ear. You won't feel anything, or feel any different. It's just, anyone can remove the bracelets you have now, or they could get damaged. This way you'll have complete control over your power..'

She saw Rogue was hesitant, but nodded to her... 'I did misplace one a couple of weeks ago, kind of freaked me out, cause I couldn't be around Bobby or the others. One of the younger girls had it cause she thought it was pretty. I'll do it..'.. She smiled at Astrid... 'Thank you, for doing this for me..'

Astrid hugged her again... 'You're my niece now. I'll always look out for you. Take them to Jean or Hank. I'm here for a few days, so when you're ready, we'll do them. And I promise, no scars..'

'Ok, thanks Asti. Oh, and if you're looking for the professor, he's teaching at the moment, but Logan is free, think he's in the garage..'.. Rogue rushes off, pulling Bobby along with her.

A few of the older kids got excited to see her, hugging her and walking with her. Astrid kept her arm around Kittys shoulders as the headed out of the school over to the garage. She hoped her bike was still there, she wouldn't mind going for a drive... 'So, how does it feel being 16 now? Did you get my gift?..'

'Its awesome, I can now drive. Logan gave me lessons and next week I take my test. I love it, it's perfect. Though Logan said he will never get in the car..'.. Kitty gestures to the pink and black beetle in the corner of the garage.

'I know, why do you think I chose your favourite colours? He'd rather stick pins in his eyes..'.. Astrid spoke quietly and the two laughed, catching Logans attention, as he rolled out from under a car.

'Thought there were some hyenas on the loose..'.. He wiped his hands on his jeans, grinning at the two of them... 'Glad to see you decided to come..'

'Yeah, I know it's been a while..'.. She let go of Kitty and hugged Logan... 'Tell me you have touched my bike, I might actually kill you..'.. She narrowed her eyes at him, and he gestured to the far end. There was her Harley, looking as beautiful as the day she left.... 'You rode her, didn't you?..'

'Just keeping her ticking. Don't worry, she's not been modified..'.. He tells her as he goes to wash his hands.

'Kitty, would you mind taking my bag to my old room please? I need a moment with Logan..'... She hands her bag over and Kitty practically skips out of the garage... 'How many times have I told you to lay off Wade?..'

'He told on me?..'.. Logan turns, giving her am incredulous look as he dries his hands.

'Of course he did. He may be a grown man but we both know he's got the personality of a horny psychotic teenage boy. He's my responsibility..'.. Astrid sighed.

'No he's not. He knows what he's doing, and dragging you into his shit, isn't what's good for you Asti, you know that. You're happy, in a relationship, which by the way, I want to meet the guy..'.. Logan peers at her and she shook her head.

'What I do with Wade, doesn't concern you Logan. I appreciate that you care, but taking out the bad guys, is better than focusing on revenge, right?..'.. She folds her arms, scowling at him.

'And are you still on that?..'.. He walked over.

'Thor is here on earth now right? He's alive and breathing, isn't he?..'... She rolled her eyes at him.

'That's not what I asked. It's a yes or no Asti..'.. She sighed, shaking her head.

'Its on hold, for now. There's a lot I need to update you all on, starting with this..'.. She rolled her shoulders back, concentrating as she felt them unfurl. She could see the shock on Logans face as he stepped back, looking at them... 'Turns out, I'm not asgardian. I was taken from my own world..'

'Oh my gosh!..'.. She hears a voice behind her, knowing who it was, and seconds later Storm walks into her view... 'Asti? What-Uh, you have wings?..'.. Astrid rolled them back, and they disappeared.

'Yeah, I've had a little revelation or two thrown at me. Please tell me we got some alcohol here, cause we're all going to need a drink for this..'... She sighed and Storm walked over, hugging her.

'I'll go get some..'.. Logan picks up his jacket, and heads for her bike.

'You're an asshole Logan. Last time you ever use it, I'm taking it back with me..'.. She called to him and he flipped her off, before kicking the bike to start, and revving off... 'When the kids are settled down, we'll have a meeting..'.. She laid her head on Storms shoulder as they walked back into the school.

Astrid hoped to find more answers, and maybe with here family here, they could help her. Wada was an absolute nightmare as he just made comments about her wings and some sexually graphic ideas of his, which resulted in her rendering him unconscious for a while.

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