The NeXt Weapon X

Epilogue

Logan's POV :

All the flowers were arranged, the preacher was there, and the bride was gliding gracefully down the aisle. Her hair was pinned up delicately and bounced with each step she took. The lace dress she was wearing looked like it was made specifically for her. Out of all the things that looked pretty on the bride, the expression on her face was the best. As she made it to the end of the aisle, her eyes glistened with tears of joy.

The bride did look absolutely beautiful, but she was nothin' compared to her maid of honor. Ro was smiling in her light blue bride's maid dress as Jean handed her the bouquet so she could join hands with Scott. My Darlin' had been helping Jean plan this special day for months. "Think of it as a practice for our wedding," she said a few weeks ago as she was folding the invitations with Scott. Jean couldn't do most of the planning because she is eight months pregnant, so my Darlin' helped out.

Looking at her now, I knew it was all worth it to her. As the couple said their vows, I could imagine Ro and I getting married.

It had only been two months ago when I finally got the nerve to propose. We were at our favorite restaurant when I asked. I smiled as I recalled the way her whole face lit up when I got down on one knee. She hadn't been expecting me to propose so soon, but I just knew we were meant to be together. I'm not sayin' we never disagreed, but no matter what we disagreed about, we always made up and were stronger because of it.

Ever since the battle, new mutants have been flooding in. Because of all the new arrivals, I've become the new basic combat instructor. Although I have less free time, I really enjoy teachin' those kids how to throw a punch. Even Ro has been busy since she has taken on the responsibility of being the mansion's gardener. We usually spend any free time we have together.

Ro and I still regularly go out into the forest to train together. We both have a deep connection with nature so the forest is our favorite place to hang out and just talk to each other. Just knowing Ro's my girl is still unbelievable. I can't fathom what she sees in a guy like me, but I'm not gonna question it. 

Even now, she turned to look at me, I could see the love in her expression. 'I'm the luckiest guy in the world,' I thought as I watched her laugh at Scott stumbling through his vows.

Life at the mansion hasn't been perfect. There's still other enemies we face and battles we fight, but now we work better as a team and I'm always there fightin' with Ro by my side. Ro still struggles with her powers a lot and I still have trouble controlling my anger sometimes, but we always overcome our struggles together. Our lives can be a little hectic sometimes, but that's what makes it real.

"This is my favorite part," Kitty murmured excitedly from beside my seat on the front row. I looked over to the couple and watched as they sealed their marriage with a kiss. If this had happened a few years ago, I would have been in a jealous rage, but that was before I realized that my feelings for Ro were a billion times stronger than my blind attraction for Jean. I chuckled at how much the tables have turned. 

I leaned over to where Kitty was sitting, "too mushy for my taste Kit Kat." 

"You say that now, but I think you'll change your mind at your wedding," she countered. "When you see Ororo walking down the aisle, you'll probably have a love-struck puppy dog look too." I was going to disagree, but I imagined my Darln' in her wedding dress and I knew Kitty was right. 

It wasn't until the wedding reception that finally got to talk to Ro. "You look stunnin' Ro," I murmured softly as she wrapped her arms around my neck.

She scoffed, "you say that everyday Logan." Many of the other men at the mansion teased me about "goin' soft" because of the constant compliments I give Ro, but they shut up real quick when I pin them down on the ground. 

I leaned forward so our foreheads were touchin', "and I mean every word of it Darlin'." My reply made her break into a beautiful smile. Even when I'm in my worst mood, that addicting little smile of hers always brings me back to the elated state I'm usually in when I'm around her.

Ro gave me a quick peck on the lips and pulled me to the dance floor. We swayed to the music and I spun her around. As she was turning, Ro saw Jean and Scott dancing on the other side of the dance floor. It was funny watching Scott try to dance while maneuvering around Jean's baby bump. "Do you think I'll ever be able to have a baby?" Ro asked sadly. 

Because of the operation Ro was forced to go through, we aren't sure if she is still able to have a baby. Helping Jean shop and plan for the baby has made Ro really want to start a family. "Remember what Xavier told us," I said encouragingly. "There's a good chance you'll still be able to. Even if you can't, we can adopt as many little kids as you want Darlin'."

She looked up at me with tears of joy, "You'd really stay with me if I couldn't have kids?"

I held her tightly to me, "I'd stay with you no matter what Darlin'. With or without a baby, I'll always love you Ro. Don't ever doubt that. I thought I lost you once and I NEVER want to fell like that EVER again."

My heart melted when I heard her let out a choked up laugh, "I love you Logan." 

"I love you too Darlin'," I said instantly. 

 When I looked behind Ro, I saw Kitty standing by Colossus with a knowing look on her face. The look she gave me spoke paragraphs. Her eyes seemed to say 'see? You've already pulled out the love-struck puppy eyes and your wedding isn't for another three months!'. I knew I'd hear some teasing from her at breakfast tomorrow. If it were anyone other than Kitty, I'd be irritated, but ever since I've seen how much Ro cares for her, I've sorta accepted her as if she was my daughter. Colossus had already been given the "I'm watchin' you speech" when they first started dating. Even now, as I stared at them, Colossus stared back nervously.

I chuckled at his expression which caught Ro's attention. "What's so funny?" She asked curiously.

"Kit Kat and Colossus observing us," I answered while gently turning her head to face them. Ro's eyes roamed for a few seconds before landing on the couple.

She nodded, "They are truly a very unique pairing." I spun her around to the music as she continued. "One turns to steel in an instant and the other can dematerialize," she explained in amusement. "I guess the term 'opposites attract' is actually true."

"Never thoughta that," I said as Ro snuggled closer to me. 

An hour of dancing, eating, and laughing passed by in a flash. Ro was glowing with excitement when I pulled her away from the reception and into the woods.

 Ro instantly removed her heels and started walking through a path we had made on one of our dates. I quickly followed after her knowing exactly where she was going.

We made it to the training ground after a few minutes of walking. "Do you remember the first time we came here?" Ro asked as she laid down in the lush grass.

I smiled at the memory, "back then you could barley throw a punch. Now you're a force to be reckoned with."

"It was also the first time we kissed," Ro added.

I laid down next to her, "You're right." Her hand reached for mine and I gently held it. I pulled her closer to me until our foreheads were touching. She leaned in and our lips connected.

In that instant, I knew there was nowhere else in the world I'd rather be.

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