Chapitre 56: Chapter 56
'If SHIELD catches sight of the portal and what's behind it, they'll investigate. With Fury and Hydra involved, the sanctums would be in danger.' Liam thought.
'Sure, the sanctums can be protected, but if all the strong mages are tied up defending them, who will handle higher-level dimensional tears?' Liam continued as he watched Ava disappear behind a cluster of trees and bushes.
Liam couldn't help but feel his teenage hormones working as his thoughts went to Ava. 'Even though my mental age is high, my body is still that of a teenager. Any thought about an undressed woman sets it off....'
After a while, Ava appeared in the normal clothes Liam had given her, leaving her suit behind. The clothes were a little oversized but still managed to make her curves shine. 'Definitely picked the right clothes,' Liam thought, admiring her figure as she approached.
'They barely showed her in the movies. Such a waste. I'm sure the Ant-Man films would've done better if they had.' Liam thought.
"Can we go now?" Ava asked, snapping Liam out of his thoughts.
"Yes, thank you," Liam replied. "Stand close to me, and whatever you're about to see... get used to it."
Ava nodded, paying close attention to his actions.
Liam turned away, preparing to open a portal. 'Speaking of which, I'm such an idiot. This was a once-in-a-lifetime chance to peep using a smaller portal.' He shook his head, silently facepalming.
Concentrating, Liam began to wave his hand in a circle, the sling ring glowing as a portal began to form. A round human-sized doorway appeared in front of him, surrounding it was an orange edge.
Turning back, Liam saw Ava staring in shock, her body tensed and on guard.
"We're going through this," Liam said calmly.
"What is this?" Ava asked, alarmed.
"This," Liam explained, gesturing to the gateway, "is a portal. It'll take us to where my teacher is."
"A portal?" Ava echoed, incredulous. "Magic like this... it actually exists?"
"You can phase through living beings, yet you're surprised that magic exists?" Liam said, raising an eyebrow.
Ava looked at him. "The reason I can phase is because of a scientific lab accident. Something like this... it's beyond anything I've ever seen."
"Well, get ready," Liam said, grinning slightly. "This is just basic magic."
He stepped through the portal and motioned for Ava to follow. On the other side was the main hall of the New York Sanctum. Liam immediately noticed the Ancient One waiting for them, as he had discussed with her.
Ava hesitantly stepped through, looking around in awe. "Where are we now?"
"We're in New York," Liam answered. He gestured to the Ancient One. "And that's my teacher."
The two of them approached the Ancient One, who greeted them both warmly.
"So, this is the one you mentioned?" the Ancient One asked, looking at Ava.
"Yes," Liam confirmed with a nod.
"I'll see what I can do. Follow me," the Ancient One said, her voice calm and peaceful.
Liam nodded, gesturing for Ava to follow. Ava complied, following behind as they walked to a smaller, more private room.
Once inside, the Ancient One gestured for them to sit as she prepared tea.
"This is my teacher, the Ancient One," Liam said, introducing her formally.
"The Ancient One? That's your name?" Ava asked.
"Yes, young one," the Ancient One replied with a serene smile. "My real name has long been forgotten."
"Liam said you might be able to help treat my illness. Is that true?" Ava asked, her voice mixed with hope and desperation.
"Treat?" the Ancient One said thoughtfully. "I don't think I can treat it."
Ava's expression fell, confusion and frustration flickering across her face.
The Ancient One continued, "I need to examine your body further to be sure."
She turned to Liam. "Very creative, anchoring her to this realm. You've applied your teachings well."
Ava glanced between them, confused. "If you don't know if you can help, why bring me here? Why give me false hope?" Her voice cracked, her emotions began getting unstable.
"I never said I can't help," the Ancient One corrected gently. "But there is no conventional treatment for your condition."
"What do you mean?" Ava asked.
"It seems your body has been exposed to an extraordinary amount of quantum energy," the Ancient One explained. "Because of this, part of your physical form exists in the Quantum Realm. More exposure to quantum energy could temporarily stop your pain, but it would also accelerate your body's collapse into that dimension."
Ava stared at her, struggling to process the information.
"It's fascinating," the Ancient One mused. "Someone like you shouldn't be able to exist. Your body should've torn itself apart long ago. Even if it didn't, the pain should've broken your mind."
"So what can you do?" Ava asked, her voice trembling. "If you know how much I'm suffering, please tell me how to make it stop."
Liam remained quiet, sipping his tea. 'The Ancient One's tea is always so good,' he thought, all while keeping one ear on the conversation.
"We can infuse enough quantum energy to completely tear your body apart," the Ancient One said.
Liam nearly choked on his tea, giving her a 'what the fuck' look.
The Ancient One smiled. "To clarify, your body will be torn apart and rebuilt. Essentially, your body will be reprogrammed, allowing you to control which dimension you exist in."
Ava didn't hesitate. "As long as the pain is gone, I'll do it."
"Since your body is partially made of quantum energy, it can't be removed without destroying you," the Ancient One explained. "Instead, we'll use the energy to force your body to adapt and stabilize."
She pulled a book from her dimensional pocket skill and flipped to a page showing a meditative pose. "Your damaged cells will be healed, and the undamaged regular cells in your body will be forced to adapt to its new state by ripping them apart and filling them with energy too. Once the process is complete, you'll gain control over your dimensional form."
"If that's possible," Ava said, her voice shaking, "then I want to do it. I can't live with this pain much longer."
"You'll have to wait for a little while longer," the Ancient One said kindly. "I need to prepare. We'll begin in a few days."
"Thank you," Ava said, her voice cracking with emotion.
Liam, having finished his tea, sat in quiet surprise. 'She's actually curing her in one go?'
The Ancient One smiled. "You're welcome. Liam, guide her to a room where she can stay. She may explore the sanctum, but she must not leave."
"But my suit," Ava said hesitantly. "Without this whip, I'll phase uncontrollably again."
"That won't be an issue," the Ancient One replied. She stepped forward, gently placing her hand on Ava's head.
Ava felt a warmth spreading through her body, making her feel comfortable.
"This will keep you anchored in this dimension until the procedure," the Ancient One said. She turned to Liam. "Now, go find her a room."
Liam nodded, standing up. "Follow me," he said as the whip dissolved from Ava's hand.
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Had to put in a project which I naturally started on the very last day, regular updates will continue now again. Sorry for the inconvenience.
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