To Xavier's mansion

[Shadowcat]

Kitty walked into the hanger and boarded the jet. As she began the neccesary procedures to prep the jet, she still couldn't take her mind off the Sovereigns' attack at the mansion. Knowing Betsy, she probably died in battle. But Jimmy, he was so young. Why him? Kitty sat down in the pilot's seat and put her head in her hands. She wiped away the few tears on her cheeks. The jet was ready. Kitty remained seated while she waited for Liz.

[Nightcat]

Liz walked into the hanger and spotted Kitty already in the cock pit. Sighing she teleported directly into the jet. She padded up to the phaser and sat down in the co-pilot chair, "Ready to go. Jack is in charge until we get back." She reached over and patted her friend's shoulder.

[Shadowcat]

Shadowcat: Right.

Kitty strapped herself in and took the controls of the jet as she flew out of the hanger towards the other X-Men Mansion.

[Nightcat]

Liz sighed and sat back in the seat. She could only wonder what the other mansion would be able to tell them. After a moment, she got out of her seat and wondered into the back to get changed into a more comfortable outfit. Going into her locker, she took a second set of armor out as well as loose pants and a dark shirt. Changing quickly she returned to the cock pit. Once strapped back in, she looked over at Kitty, "Kitty. Why don't I take over until ve get zere? You need your rest."

[Shadowcat]

Shadowcat: Yeah, maybe you're right.

Kitty switched the controls over to Liz as she went to the back of the jet. She went into her locker and changed into a set of jeans and a long sleeve shirt. After she changed, she laid down on the small table they had in the jet for anyone injured during missions. Kitty closed her eyes and rested for the remainder of the flight.

[Nightcat]

As Liz saw the mansion coming into view, she radioed into the jet hanger. The basketball court opened and the teleporter brought the jet down. As it landed smoothly, she looked back at Kitty before shutting the jet down. She undid her buckles and stood up, walking over to the phaser, "Come on. Somevone must be vaiting for us."

[angelumi]

Angel, who had at the last moment snuck aboard the X-Jet and hid in one of the storage compartments, woke from a flight-induced sleep. Shaking her head to clear away the sleep, she looked about in the dark.

Dark actually meant nothing for her, for she could see through it as clear as day. Maneuvering around storage and wires, she listened to voices through the metal beneath her. Kitty and Liz, preparing to meet with...someone?

Angel leaped through one of the open panelings, looking about, on edge. She wasn't sure if this was a place of safety or if she was walking into a battle, so she stayed on alert. Scenting the air, she followed after Liz's path.

[Nightcat]

Liz's eyes narrowed as she sensed Angel's presence. She would scold the ancient mutant later, but for now, she would allow the girl to follow them around. Angel was lucky that things at this mansion were relatively safe. The teleporter exited the jet and smiled at the sight of Bobby Drake leaning against the door of the hanger. She walked over to her old friend and hugged him softly, "It ist good to see you again Bobby. I'm sorry it has to be under zese circumstances."

[angelumi]

Angel hesitated around each corner, listening and scenting for warning signs of approaching others. She could hear people everywhere, the building seemed to be filled with them. Still, only one seemed to approach Liz and Kitty. Her ears pricked up, straining to hear the conversation.

She could hear the relief in Liz's voice and sensed no tension between the three bodies...perhaps she should reveal herself? This "Bobby" didn't seem to be a threat...

[Mindcontrol]

(Iceman nodded and returned the hug to Liz. He pulled away from Liz and looked at the two with smile.)

Iceman: Its good to see you two are all right. I hope your team has had a better time right now then ours. Let's go see Storm.

(He walked away from the two and opened the door leading out of the hangar. He pointed his fingers to the door, encouraging them to follow him.)

[Nightcat]

Liz shook her head as she followed Iceman. Seeing as Storm was down, they were equals for the moment, both leaders for their team. She cleared her throat, "Not much better. Ve have also been attacked by ze Sovereigns, but have been lucky not to lose anyvone. I am hoping zat ve can prevent any more deaths from happening." She tapped in a code into the hospital's door and walked inside.

She sighed as she spotted Ororo laying on a bed, still hooked up to life support machines. Liz shook her head, "I'm going to have to scan her to see vhat I need. Ist zat alright vith you? Ze more ve know about zis 'Count', ze better."

[Mindcontrol]

(Iceman closed his eyes slightly and lowered his head. Whoever these Sovereigns were, they had to be stopped. He nodded at Liz's request.)

Iceman: Of course go right ahead. These Sovereign guys, who are they? They said something about, "making the Brotherhood see in their direction."

[Nightcat]

Liz was about to tell Bobby what the Sovereigns were, but what he had said caught her attention, "Great. Ze two most powerful mutant terrorist organizations known to ze vorld are about to become vone. Ve need to put a end to zis as soon as possible." She stepped forward and walked over to Storm's bed. She sat down at the chair beside the bed and put a hand to the woman's forehead. Very carefully, she started to push her way into Storm's mind.

[angelumi]

Angel crept silently down each corridor after Bobby, Liz and Kitty until they walked into some sort of hospital-esque room. The chemically clean smell disgusted her, bringing back bad memories, and making her wrinkle her nose. She made to turn back to the plane, then changed her mind, remembering that she was here to help if needed.

As she mulled both options in her head, she realized she had been pacing up and down the corridor outside of the room for several minutes. Realizing this, she gave an embarassed flick of her tail, then, glancing up at the molded ceiling, decided to climb up and hide in the shadows where she could listen, but not be seen.

Taking perch, she cocked her ears, waiting for the right words to call her to action.

[Shadowcat]

Kitty stood by the hospital bed and looked down at the unconscious Ororo. She carefully reached for the weather witch's hand and checked her pulse. It seemed a bit weak, but steady at least. Kitty still held Storm's hand as Liz continued to probe her mind.

Shadowcat: Any luck?