Disclaimer: X-Men aren't mine.

A/N This came to me during a bout of insomnia. This isn't my normal fandom, but while I was trying to fall asleep I thought about how sad it is that Rogue can't touch anyone.  I know it's probably a cliché, but whatever.  One shot. Enjoy.

I Leave You, Because I Love You

Bobby,

Please, don't be upset with me. It's really not you, it's me. I know we've told ourselves many times that it could work, but the truth is, it can never work out between us. We've kissed a few times, and it was beautiful. I loved it, I wanted to just melt in your arms and kiss the way lovers kiss. I wanted to hold you and never let go, I wanted to cherish the touch of your lips pressing against mine, I wanted it to last forever but we both know we can't. We've been taking risks which is a big mistake and I don't want to hurt you. Our relationship was a lot of fun, but now we've got to be serious.

I love you Bobby. Every time I put ice cubes in my drinks, every time I go skating, every time I close my eyes I see you. I think about you all the time, I am in love with you Bobby! That is why we have to end it. I can see it in your eyes that you love me, when you tell me you love me, I know you mean it. Last night I couldn't imagine ever being with anyone else but you. It excited me, it made me feel giddy but then it frightened me. We have to end it before it has a chance to go as far as I fantasize about. We need to be practical, we need to be serious. We have the emotional part of a relationship down pat, and I love it, but then there's the physical aspect of a relationship we can never enjoy. I can't even experience the touch of your skin without putting your life at risk. We've both been resisting the sexual urges we've been having. I would be lying if I said I didn't fantasize about making love to you, and I know you feel the same way.

We held our kisses a little bit too long lately. I think that's why you've been tired a lot and I know you tried to hide it, but yesterday, when we kissed in the kitchen, I know you almost fainted. I think that's why you were in such a hurry to leave, and Peter told me you slept for hours after that. And I've been noticing changes in myself. I made some tea and accidentally froze it. This frightens me Bobby. We've gone too far. I wish we could go further but for your sake, we have to end it. I don't want to hurt you. It breaks my heart, but it's for the best.

Love always,

Rogue