I'm surprised I didn't think of this sooner, but having recently finished X-Men '97, I realized that Midenzo would be excellent in content based on Rogue and Gambit moments!
In my AU, Midas eventually learns to control his powers, which happens awhile before he meets Lorenzo. But this would be an entirely different universe just for fun.
So what if he couldn't stop the Golden Touch even after years of having it? Lorenzo would still try to be close to him, but Midas would push him away in fear of hurting him.
Lorenzo works great as Gambit too. Both are charming and flirtatious. Lorenzo explores jungles, while Gambit grew up around a swamp. Lorenzo is reckless in his adventures, and Gambit used to be in a group of thieves.
This all works so well! I can't believe I didn't see it until now.