E-mails to Jean, Clarice and Haller

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To: [Haller]
From: [Dr. Cecilia Reyes]
Subject: (no subject)

I am in no mood to talk with you about the thing that happened, but you don't get to use this as an excuse to stay inside for another 6 months.

To: [Jean Grey-Summers], [Clarice Ferguson]
From: [Dr. Cecilia Reyes]
Subject: The project of feminism

I agreed to go on a date with a man this week to keep the wrath of Salem Center from our door. Among other reasons that are way too annoying for me to get into right now.

Point being: Because I can in no way figure out what this man's character is, I will be texting you details and dispatches. If you don't hear from me for an hour, send help. (Also, I fully expect one or both of you to be prepared to save me with an "Oh, something bad happened" phone call if this completely tanks, which I suspect it will. This is what sisterhood is, I'm told.)

Oh, also, feminism may have failed us. Or succeeded and come back around again. I can't decide, and I'm reserving judgment until he decides whether or not to let me split the check. If this even gets that far.

Comments

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To: [Reyes, Cecilia]
From: [Haller, David]
Subject: Re: (no subject)

Unfortunately my sentence is mandatory counseling with the professor in addition to my regular doctor, so I can't make any promises.

But thank you for your sacrifice in that thing we're not talking about.

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You shouldn't be the one thanking me, but that's neither here nor there.

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If you mean the kids, I'm not sure they realized what happened, which may be a good thing depending on how paranoid you are. I talked to both of them, though. Molly saw the light pretty fast and even Namor conceded that he'd lost his head, so it turned out as well as I could have hoped.

I'd offer to buy you a thank-you-beer but it sounds like you've got a full schedule right now.

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Good, good, good.

Let's postpone this until after I go through with this thing. I'm betting I get a good story out of this ordeal.

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To: [Dr. Cecilia Reyes], [Jean Grey-Summers]
From: [Clarice Ferguson]
Re: Subject: The project of feminism

Anything I can do to save or ruin your date, no problem. Here's a clue - if he hates mutants, DITCH HIM FAST. Do NOT wear the LBD we bought, it's too much for a first date.

What are you going to wear? What are you doing for this date anyways?

Clarice

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To: [Clarice Ferguson]
CC: [Jean Grey-Summers]
From: [Dr. Cecilia Reyes]
Re: Subject: The project of feminism

Well, I know he doesn't hate mutants. Pretty sure he knows I'm one, although he might not have been thinking too clearly when he asked me out. The circumstances aren't important.

Depends where we go? He's still weighing some options. Probably a casual V-neck blouse and some skinny-ish jeans. Nothing sexy. This is not a love connection.

-C

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To: [Dr. Cecilia Reyes]
CC: [Jean Grey-Summers]
From: [Clarice Ferguson]
Re: Subject: The project of feminism

Not hating is a good first step to anything.

Reasonable. Hmmm. Skinny jeans are definitely a good idea, maybe with sandals and a halter top or something similar? I have a navy blue one with beige polka dots that would look awesome on you and show off your shoulders without showing too much skin in general.

A sense of propriety from me. Shocking, I know.

Clarice

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To: [Clarice Ferguson]
CC: [Jean Grey-Summers]
From: [Dr. Cecilia Reyes]
Re: Subject: The project of feminism

I'll come by and take a look.

Propriety is good. I don't want this man under any impression that he's anywhere near getting the business, if you know what I mean.

-C

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To: [Dr. Cecilia Reyes]
CC: [Jean Grey-Summers]
From: [Clarice Ferguson]
Re: Subject: The project of feminism

Cool.

Well, it depends on what you want from a first date. Given how you're not too sure about this...better not give him too many ideas. Then again, burqua's give men too many ideas. They can have absolutely no self control when they want.

Clarice

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To: [Clarice Ferguson], [Dr. Cecilia Reyes]
From: [Jean Grey-Summers]
Subject: RE: The project of feminism

I'm afraid I'm a bit rusty with the advice, It's been a long, long time since I've dated someone (God, that makes me feel old). But I would be glad to come up with an excuse to leave if need be. Ebola outbreak's a good one.

Coming into the date like it's a death sentence might be problematic. He'll sense that right away and try harder. Enjoy yourself, It's not often you get to take a break from the mansion. If it doesn't work out then go your separate ways. But don't continue to go out with him as some moral obligation or bribe.

And if he threatens to put that over your head let me know.

Jean

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To: [Jean Grey-Summers]
From: [Dr. Cecilia Reyes]
Subject: RE: The project of feminism

I wouldn't say I think it's a death sentence, but it's not like I asked for this situation, exactly.

Sigh. Yes. I will have a good time. I will stick to a 2-drink limit. I will enjoy myself.

-C

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To: [Dr. Cecilia Reyes]
From: [Jean Grey-Summers]
Subject: RE: The project of feminism

That's true, you didn't. You could still say no. No one's forcing you to do something you don't want to do.

I could try to convince Scott to come with me to the restaurant you're at and pretend to run into you if you'd like if it gets too bad?

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To: [Jean Grey-Summers]
From: [Dr. Cecilia Reyes]
Subject: RE: The project of feminism

No, no, not necessary. Just be on call, on the off-chance Clarice has to teleport you into a restaurant to save me.

If anyone should have to do stalk-my-date duty, it's Haller. But the chances of that are pretty slim, so I'm willing to take the risk.

-C

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To: [Dr. Cecilia Reyes]
From: [Jean Grey-Summers]
Subject: RE: The project of feminism

You make him sound like he's going to turn into a giant sea creature. Gah, I hope I didn't just jinx it.

Okay, only if you're sure. I'm perfectly willing to have a nice filet mingon and glass of wine at the same restaurant as you with my husband if needed, though. Just say the word. :)

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To: [Jean Grey-Summers]
From: [Dr. Cecilia Reyes]
Subject: RE: The project of feminism

Jesus, now I'm actually worried I'm going to get taken to an undersea kingdom at the end of the night. Thank you for that.

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To: [Dr. Cecilia Reyes]
From: [Jean Grey-Summers]
Subject: RE: The project of feminism

If you do, we'll come rescue you. If you don't...then yay.