Bab 45: Cerebro
"Are you flaunting your IQ?" Raven teased, a playful glint in her eye.
Hank's cheeks tinged with a faint flush, whether from shyness or some other emotion, remained a mystery.
"Alright, let's go check out what Hank has been saying!" The anticipation was palpable as everyone was eager to unravel the secrets of Hank's brainwave magnifier.
They ascended from the elevator, greeted by a lush patch of green grass. A massive spherical structure, towering over ten meters, stood before them.
"This is the fruit of my labor, Cerebro. Initially designed for remotely piloting fighter jets, turns out... regular folks' brainwaves can't activate this gadget."
Guided by Hank, they entered the sphere through a gangway. Inside, a labyrinth of lines and electrodes adorned the walls, accompanied by blinking indicators. At the center, a seat beckoned, crowned by a helmet with an intricate network of wires.
"I've got a bad feeling about this," Charles admitted, settling into the designated chair while Hank orchestrated the intricate dance of wires and switches, a wry smile playing on his lips.
"Charles, maybe it's time for a head shave," Alex suggested, a mischievous grin accompanying the proposal.
"Absolutely not! My head will remain hair-clad!" Charles declared firmly.
"You're still young, but someday you'll discover a bald head is the way to go!" Alex offered an earnest advice with a smile.
Placing a hand on Charles' back, Alex turned to Hank. "Hank, slap that helmet on him. Charles and I combine our psychic might and see what happens."
"You have psychic abilities too?" Hank's surprise was evident. "Alex, I thought you and Eric were all about magnetic control."
"Nope, Alex here's got a unique talent. He can copy the abilities of other mutants," Charles clarified.
"No wonder! Back in the concentration camp..." Eric realized.
"Haha, Eric, we're brothers," Alex responded with a warm smile.
"Yes, brothers and sisters, all of us mutants are family," Eric beamed and affirmed.
"Now, let's expand our family," Charles declared, reaching for his helmet and fitting it snugly on his head.
"Brace yourself, Charles. I'm firing up the contraption," Hank announced, hand poised over the start button. With resolve, he declared, "Now!"
The room crackled to life with energy, arcs of electricity creating a dazzling display.
Alex funneled his psychic power into Charles's abilities, and in their minds, a vast starry sky unfolded.
It was the brilliance of life!
The grandeur of the soul unfolded against the cosmic canvas!
A myriad of stars shimmered, converging into a breathtaking galaxy. The majority gleamed in pristine white, representing the ordinary human populace, while a smaller yet distinctive cluster burned in vibrant red, symbolic of the Mutants.
Mutants, graced with extraordinary gifts, bore a profound sense of distinction from their ordinary counterparts.
"Anguish, terror, sorrow, solitude! My brethren, I shall seek you out! Together, we shall forge a haven, a sanctuary that belongs to Mutants!" Charles's voice trembled with impassioned sincerity as he connected with the profound emotions coursing through Mutants across the globe. Tears brimmed in his eyes, mirrors reflecting the depth of his empathic understanding.
"So, that's why Charles is hailed as the 'Soul Sovereign'?" Alex pondered, his comprehension of Charles's abilities deepening. Charles possessed the remarkable capacity to resonate fully with the emotions of others, perceiving their grief, elation, rage, and trepidation.
"It's no surprise that Charles will evolve into such a formidable figure in the future. He's not merely a Mutant; he stands as a compassionate revolutionary and trailblazer," Alex sighed, moved profoundly by the revelation.
However, Alex acknowledged that he was not Charles. While Charles harbored lofty ideals and a nurturing heart, Alex found contentment in staying true to his own identity.
Shortly after, Charles opened his eyes, radiating a brilliant smile.
"I've found them!"
Switching off the brainwave amplifier, he removed the helmet, sharing the euphoric news. "I've located them! Many companions await!"
"Fantastic!" The group erupted in jubilation.
"Why delay? Let's embark on the quest to find our kin," Alex proposed, his face illuminated by a jubilant grin.
"Yes, let's reunite with our brethren!" The group ventured forth, their hearts overflowing with genuine happiness, knowing that there were more kindred spirits waiting to be discovered.
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Bab 46: X-Men
Las Vegas.
Inside a bustling club, Charles and Eric lounged side by side on a bed, surrounded by an air of opulence.
A stunning, scantily clad woman walked in. Her hips swaying and her expression oozing with allure. "Two people? This requires more money!" she declared, eyeing Eric and Charles skeptically.
"Money? Is it this?" Eric nonchalantly waved his hand, coins swirling through the air as if on command.
"Wow! Cool!" The woman's eyes sparkled with fascination as the coins danced.
Eric's display impressed her, and she began to undress. Dragonfly wings unfurled from her back, and with a graceful "swish," she soared into the air. "My name is Dragonfly! I thought... I'm the only one."
"No, you are not alone!" Charles reassured her, projecting his voice directly into Dragonfly's mind. Smiling warmly, he said, "Welcome home, Dragonfly!"
"It's... it's amazing!" Dragonfly exclaimed, tears of joy streaming down her face.
....
In a run-down room in Old Brooklyn, a masked young man entered through the door.
"The days when I can't speak are really tragic!" He complained, removing his mask and tearing tape from his mouth with a wince.
"Boom!"
A powerful sound wave erupted, shattering the table and debris in its path.
"Oh, damn it! Here again!" The young man sighed, frustrated at his lack of control.
"It's just that you didn't control your power. You have to learn to control, not to escape!" A voice echoed behind him.
"Who!" The young man spun around in shock.
Another sound wave roared out, causing the young man to cringe in pain. He understood the destructive potential of his ability; a direct hit could shatter internal organs.
"It's not that easy to kill me!" Alex smirked, activating his "Energy Absorption" ability, dissipating the sound wave's energy in an instant.
"Eh? You... you..." The young man stared, bewildered by the man and woman now standing before him. Then, his gaze settled on Raven, her skin transformed into a striking shade of blue.
"As you can see, Sonic, you are not alone!" Alex declared, offering a reassuring smile.
Alex beamed and extended his arms towards "Sonic," exclaiming, "My name is Alex, and this is Raven, my girlfriend! We've got a bunch of companions waiting for you. Welcome home, Sonic!"
"Companion... That's awesome!"
"Sonic" enthusiastically shook Alex's hand.
.....
"Here's Dragonfly! This is Alex, this is Darwin, this is Sound Waves, and this is..."
In the underground station, everyone converged as Charles introduced the new companions to the group, courtesy of Alex's assistance.
Alongside the Mutants from the original storyline, Charles had discovered a dozen more thanks to Alex's aid.
"Welcome home, everyone!"
The atmosphere buzzed with music and drinks, marking the beginning of a lively celebration in honor of the newfound companions.
"Alex, I spotted someone rather peculiar."
Charles raised his glass, approached Alex, tapped him on the shoulder, and said with a hint of dismay, "I found him in a bar with Eric. He's... a very dangerous individual. I can only sense cruelty and destruction emanating from his heart, like a brutal beast."
"And then?"
Alex, wearing a knowing smile, looked at Charles, well aware of whom he was referring to—none other than Wolverine.
Wolverine! A beloved character from a past life, and now, though no longer portrayed as Wolverine, seeing the real person compensated for that regret.
"Then..." Alex chuckled, anticipating Charles's classic response.
Charles shook his head with a wry smile and explained, "I told him we're companions, of the same kind. His direct response was 'Fuck off!' "
"Hahaha!" Alex burst into laughter, confirming his suspicions. Classic Wolverine!
"I know who he is. He goes by Logan, a guy who's lived for centuries, from World War I to today, even participating in World War II. He's indestructible but seeks death, a perpetual self-destructive force."
Alex took a sip of his wine and shared the insight with Charles.
"Alex, he's dangerous! It's a risk for everyone if we leave him out there."
Charles glanced at Alex, expressing his concern. "Can you... bring him back?"
"Can't you do it easily yourself? Mind control, just bring him back!"
Alex, now suspicious, set down his wine glass and scrutinized Charles. "You and Eric can easily fetch him, can't you?"
"It's easy to bring him back, but... it'll breed resentment. I believe the best way to reach Logan is through understanding, unfortunately, neither Eric nor I excel in the art of brawling." Charles sighed with a sense of helplessness.
(End of this thrilling chapter)
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