X-Men Oneshots

Bet gone wrong (Logan Howlett)

Logan's POV

The bar was alive with the sounds of laughter and clinking glasses, a stark contrast to the tension that hung in the air between Y/N and me. It had started as a harmless dare, a bet made in the spirit of rivalry that had existed between us for as long as I could remember. The plan was simple: pretend to flirt with each other to see who could make the other break character first. It was supposed to be fun, a way to blow off steam after a long week of training and missions.

But now, as I leaned against the counter, watching her from across the room, I could feel the stakes rising higher than either of us had anticipated. Y/N was a formidable opponent, her laughter ringing out like music, and when she caught my eye, a smirk danced on her lips that sent a rush of adrenaline coursing through me.

"Hey, Logan," she called out, her voice teasing. "You're not looking too confident over there. What's wrong? Afraid you might lose the bet?"

"Me? Never," I shot back, straightening up. "Just making sure I don't scare you off with my charm."

"Charm? Is that what you call that scowl?" she laughed, approaching me. The closer she got, the more I felt the heat radiating off her. I fought the urge to smile; it would only give her an advantage.

"Scowl or not, it's enough to keep the weak-willed away," I said, leaning in slightly. "You sure you want to keep this up?"

Her eyes sparkled with mischief. "Oh, I'm just getting started."

Y/N's POV

Flirting with Logan was like walking a tightrope: thrilling and terrifying all at once. Our banter had always been charged, but this time, it felt different—more intense. Every word exchanged only fueled the tension that simmered beneath the surface.

I approached him, leaning against the bar beside him, my heart racing. "You know, I've heard stories about how tough you are. But I think you might be all bark and no bite."

His expression shifted, a glimmer of something deeper flashing in his eyes. "You think so? Maybe I should show you just how much bite I have."

The challenge hung in the air between us, and I felt my pulse quicken. I had never thought of Logan as anything more than a rival, but the way he looked at me now made me reconsider everything.

"Why don't you try?" I challenged, raising an eyebrow. "Show me what you've got."

He leaned closer, the heat radiating off him intoxicating. "Careful what you wish for, Y/N. I don't play nice."

I could feel my heart racing, the thrill of our game escalating to a point I hadn't expected. "Neither do I."

Logan's POV

As the night wore on, the tension between us grew thicker, charged with a palpable energy. Each teasing comment and lingering glance pushed me further, and the bet that was supposed to be fun now felt dangerously serious.

"Let's take this outside," I suggested, my voice low. I needed to get away from the prying eyes of the bar and the buzzing atmosphere.

She nodded, and we stepped out into the cool night air. The contrast between the warmth of the bar and the chill outside only heightened the electricity that hung between us.

"Now what?" she asked, crossing her arms, her breath misting in the cool air.

"Now we see if you can handle what's coming," I said, taking a step closer, my instincts kicking in.

"Is that a threat?" she challenged, her eyes narrowing playfully.

"More like a promise."

I took another step, and she didn't back away. Instead, she met my gaze, her expression shifting to something more serious. I felt the weight of the moment settle over us, the line between rivalry and something deeper blurring.

Y/N's POV

The way Logan looked at me made my heart race. It was as if the entire world had faded away, leaving just the two of us. The challenge in his eyes was intoxicating, and I found myself wanting to push the limits further.

"Okay then, let's see what you've got," I said, my voice steady despite the flutter in my chest.

Without thinking, I reached up, cupping his jaw with my hand. His breath caught in his throat, and I could see the surprise in his eyes. But there was also something else—a flicker of desire that ignited a fire within me.

"Y/N—" he began, but I silenced him with a playful smirk.

"You're all talk, Logan. Prove me wrong."

And with that, I pulled him closer, our lips crashing together in a heated kiss. The world around us disappeared, and the taste of him was electrifying—intense, passionate, and full of everything we had been holding back.

Logan's POV

The kiss took me completely by surprise. One moment, we were locked in a fierce battle of wills, and the next, she was kissing me as if it were the most natural thing in the world. I felt the tension dissolve, replaced by a rush of adrenaline that coursed through my veins.

I responded instinctively, my hands finding their way to her waist, pulling her closer. The warmth of her body against mine ignited a hunger I hadn't expected. It was raw and real, and the kiss deepened, sending shockwaves through me.

But as we pulled away, reality hit. This wasn't just a game anymore—it was a dangerous entanglement we had both stumbled into. I searched her eyes, trying to gauge her reaction.

"Wow," she breathed, her cheeks flushed. "That was unexpected."

"Yeah," I replied, my voice a low growl. "I didn't see that coming."

Y/N's POV

The kiss had left me breathless, a whirlwind of emotions flooding my senses. What had started as a silly dare had transformed into something that felt so real, so potent.

"Did we just cross a line?" I asked, my voice barely above a whisper.

"I think we might have," he admitted, a hint of uncertainty creeping into his tone.

"I mean, it was a bet, right?" I replied, trying to maintain some semblance of lightness. But the truth was, I didn't want this to be just a game anymore.

"Yeah, a bet that seems to have spiraled out of control," Logan said, running a hand through his hair. "And I'm not sure how to backtrack."

I took a deep breath, gathering my thoughts. "Maybe we don't need to backtrack. Maybe we should just... figure this out."

He looked at me, a flicker of hope crossing his features. "You mean, see where this goes?"

"Exactly," I said, feeling a surge of determination. "We're already in too deep to turn back now."

Logan's POV

Her words resonated deep within me, igniting a spark of hope that I hadn't realized I was craving. The idea of exploring whatever this connection was filled me with a sense of exhilaration.

"Alright then," I said, a smirk creeping onto my face. "But no more bets. This time, we're playing for keeps."

"Agreed," she said, her eyes shining with excitement.