From: Curlyb1rd@aol.com
Date: Mon, 20 Nov 2000 19:25:22 EST
Subject: vignette
Source: direct

How it happened.  By UbrScullie
Rated G / vignette
Spoiler:  Je Souhaite.  (Slight season ending reference.)
Mulder can think of someone other than himself.occasionally.


(Insert disclaimer here.)  I was appalled and disgusted with Chris 
Carter that he would actually accuse Mulder of taking advantage of an 
emotionally drained Scully.  So, in the fashion of a truly loyal fan, I 
invented my own theory on how Scully could possibly get into the 
medically impossible scenario!


How it happened.


Mulder sat before the computer screen, reviewing everything that had 
occurred over the last few hours.

Everything had occurred literally, as spoken. Though interpreted 
incorrectly, every wish had been fulfilled.to the letter.

Mulder shut off the computer screen, turning to his companion.  "Can a 
wish have an addendum?"

The Jinn gave him a suspicious glance.  "How do you mean?"

"I alone cannot solve the world's problems.  I've come to realize this. 
No matter how well I phrase the request, something may go wrong, and I 
would be responsible.  I'm tired of being the catalyst to all things 
unjust."

The Jinn smiled.  "Go on."

Mulder leaned back in his chair.  "If I grant you your wish, will you 
be able to use your vast powers to help another?"

"You would use your last wish to release from my own folly?"

Mulder nodded thoughtfully.  "Would your gratefulness extend to one 
additional wish?  Actually more of a request."

"Is this additional wish for you?"  The sarcasm edged into her tone.

Mulder sighed.  "Someone I care about was harmed because of my actions.  
My partner, Dana Scully, was abducted several years ago and was forced 
to undergo scientific experiments.  These invasive procedures left her 
barren. I want to correct that mistake.  Medical science is unable to 
help her, but you could."

"And by healing her, you heal some of your guilt."

"Partly, though I don't think I'll ever truly forgive myself."

"There's not much written about how my being freed will effect my 
powers. I may not be able to help you."  The Jinn answered truthfully.

"I don't think it works that way."  Mulder hypothesized.  "My freeing 
you shouldn't have any adverse effects on your abilities."
"You're quite sure of yourself."

Mulder shook his head. Casually he glanced around his office, taking in 
the slow sweep of his gaze, the body of his life's work.  "I'm not sure 
of anything anymore."

The Jinn gave him a moment to ponder. "I promise you." She started, 
moving around the desk. "That I will fill your request, if I am still 
capable.  There are no guarantees." She cautioned once more.

"I understand."

"All right, you know what you need to do."

Mulder closed his eyes, and took a deep, cleansing breath.

"I wish to set the Jinn free."


Love to all, Ubrscullie @aol.com