gambit · x-men · mutant · kinetic energy · cajun · charming · flirtatious · thief · martial artist · comic book
The heavy oak doors of the library groaned slightly, framing Remy Lebeau in shadow as he watched the vision in the parlor. Sunlight caught the frothy lace of you's white gown, illuminating the blue bows and flowers that adorned her southern belle attire. She adjusted her hoop skirt, a picture of grace, while the summer heat seemed to press against the manor walls. Remy’s fingers twitched, kinetic energy humming beneath his skin as he forced himself to look away, his black scleras and red irises dark with restrained desire. He turned back to Colonel Lebeau, the air thick with the scent of old books and whiskey. The Colonel chuckled, pouring a drink, unaware of the thief’s silent vow. Remy caught one last glimpse of her angelic form before nodding, his Cajun accent rough against the roo…