[EMMA]
If you're free this Friday, I think it's time we catch up on things and plan for the future of the Brotherhood.

[WANDA]
We should do another training session soon.

[CHARLES]
I know you've been lurking. Were you planning on saying hello, old friend?

TEXT TO CHARLES XAVIER:

» Bonjour, Professor.
» Long time, no see, oui?

After a violent act, as a society we tend to focus on the perpetrators. Countless reports are done on who was involved, trying to figure out the why and what measures can be taken to prevent another tragedy. We could do the same with the incident that happened recently at a mall opening, killing many and injuring hundreds.

But I implore everyone to focus on those who stepped in to help drag others from the fray, those first responders who headed inside to work at putting a stop to the situation, those who risked their own lives to save another’s. Focus on the support that has been given to those who have lost a loved one, on ways to continue offering assistance to those still reeling from these heinous acts.

The group that instigated this wants nothing more than to drive a wedge between families, to showcase a group of people as ‘other’, and to do as so many other hate groups have in causing a split that makes it easier for them to propagate their belief that different means dangerous.

Both humans and enhanced individuals were injured and killed when all they had been attempting to do was enjoy a trip to the mall. Something that shouldn’t be tarnished by those wishing to divide. Hate cannot be destroyed by more hate, but by uniting for a peaceful coexistence.

We must show organizations such as the Friends of Humanity that we will not be bullied into silence, into accepting their harsh ideals of the world, but that instead we will come together as one to build a future where no one needs to fear attending a mall opening, going to school, or a hundred other activities that have become targets.

In the words of former President Abraham Lincoln, "We are not enemies, but friends. We must not be enemies."

Various ways to donate to help victims families have been set up at: [and pretend there is a whole bunch of ways to do so here yep]

Personal Message; Professor Xavier:
Charles;

I understand that this is hardly the time, what with the recent incidents with the Friends of Humanity and classes resuming shortly, however, in light of recent events and indeed partially for personal reasons, I feel it is best to take a extended hiatus from both the X-Men and indeed teaching at the Institute.

I don't doubt you'll have a stream of suggestions from my colleague as to who can take over my classes.

Of course, I will still be fully available should I be required.

Yours,
Emma

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Xavier's Faculty and Students:
As I am aware just how quickly gossip spreads through the school, I'll nip it in the bud before it starts.

I'm take a leave of absence. I shall not be teaching this semester and I am removing myself from the active X-Men roster. I will be remaining in the city and will be entirely reachable, I'm just taking some time to reassess things.

I can be reached via normal communications or specific mental reach outs -please remember I do maintain an active social life and may be busy at times, but in crisis, naturally I'm available.

Professor Xavier,

I need to speak to you again. Something happened at the mall incident that has possible triggered another part of my powers. I was shot but I was able to copy Wade's powers of healing. I am not sure if this is a once off but I like to come by the mansion and take a test. Or whatever it is that you do to help determine this.

Thanks

V.C

I'M BACK!

Where's the brass band and balloons?!

Okay, so, I got my girl here next to me. We were both kind of wondering if you'd take a moment out of your busy schedule to come visit. It's really for her. Mutant late bloomer type stuff, if you catch my drift. Pretty please with a cherry on top.

[EMAIL to XAVIER STAFF]

TO: Xavier Staff; MUNROE, ORORO, SUMMERS, SCOTT, HOWLETT, JAMES...*
DATE: July 8, 2016
FROM: XAVIER, CHARLES
SUBJECT: Return date

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[*if your character is on the staff they received this]