Asylum (Open to X-Men)

[dark_scion]

Fred followed the Logan girl into the manor, examining his surroundings carefully. Well it certainly had the appearance of a school, though Fred knew there was far more to this place than that. He was eager to speak with those in charge.

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[firstbornrichards]

Franklin was pretty sure that the Dark Beast would love to get his hands on his genome. That of course, was not in the cards, one way or another. He waited patiently for Fred to get more comfortable.

"Your magnamity is appreciated, but it is a very important distinction for us." Franklin listened to what Fred had to say further. "... your research?" Franklin raised his eyebrows. "What exactly is your line of research, Frederich?"

[dark_scion]

Fred shrugged, not going to argue the point.

"Genetics, in particular my genetics," Fred explained. "You see the Dark Beast's experiments have left me with a very unstable genetic code. As a result I am prone to involuntary, often inconvenient mutations. I am working to stabilize my condition." Fred noted the eyebrow raises. If you wish I am certain you have a few psychics on hand. You may feel free to have my mind read, though fair warning, my mental state is not entirely stable."

[firstbornrichards]

"Access to any of our laboratories is conditional on approval of the headmaster, as well as the researcher in charge of that particular laboratory." Franklin replied. "As for telepathic scan, we may very well take you up on that. The warning's appreciated, though I'm confident in the ability of our telepaths."

And they could always summon Emma if things got truly thorny.

"As for asylum, I can offer you that, at least for the time being. I think it goes without saying that if you personally do anything to endanger our faculty and student body, that offer will be retracted. Otherwise, however, you can have sanctuary here."

[dark_scion]

Fred listened to what Franklin said before nodding once. "Very well. That all sounds reasonable."

Fred gave a toothy smile at the latter statement.

"Then you have my thanks."

[firstbornrichards]

"We'll find you one of the spare rooms in the boy's dorm." Franklin looked at Fred for a moment. "It would be amiss of me to not state that, if you're interested, we have excellent educational credentials, even for advanced students. We also have considerable resources in terms of practical assistance with your mutant powers.

You aren't a student at the current time, so not all of our restrictions apply to you, but you should also know that this is a drug-free property. I suspect you're under 21, so that includes drinking. The usual rules about noise restrictions and such that come with any shared living arrangement also apply."

Franklin went over to the computer and quickly typed in a few commands, getting the printer to whir off a few copies of a document.

"This is a provisional acceptance into our school. And yes, even at a mutant school, we have important paperwork." Franklin hoped that Fred paid close attention to the provisions about security. It was important that the school offers sanctuary to those who needed it, but the overall security of the school was vital. "We can revisit your status when the school year begins."

[dark_scion]

Fred glanced at the paper, seeming to skim over some information and paying more attention to others.

"I have always educated myself. I am not certain I would be comfortable having someone else tell me things I could learn myself. While your offer is noted, I am not interested in becoming a student. My work is what matters, so I will do what you require of me in the meantime."

[firstbornrichards]

"Maybe sometime in the future, we'll have to have a lively argument about educational methodology." Franklin replied. "But it's something that we don't have to worry about in the meantime. Welcome to Xavier's. It's like no other place on Earth."

[dark_scion]

"I suppose we shall," Fred said, not particularly phased by the idea. He gives a small smirk at Franklin's last statement. "We shall see. Thank you."