Bab 28: Mind Power
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Alex was pleased to have made a connection with Charles and learned that Charles lived with only his mother. This realization offered him a glimmer of hope regarding the situation with Raven. Maybe he had a chance with her.
After a day at elementary school, Alex didn't find the academic experience particularly enriching. If it weren't for his budding friendship with Charles and the possibility of meeting Raven, he might have contemplated skipping school entirely. With his exceptional brainpower, he believed he could easily teach himself the material and absorb knowledge at an astonishing rate.
Being seated next to Charles was a bonus, as it allowed them to become acquainted more quickly. Their shared status as mutants certainly helped foster a positive relationship between them.
"Alex, see you tomorrow," Charles said as he picked up his schoolbag.
"Sure, see you tomorrow," Alex replied, watching Charles as he left. He felt a strange urge to take a picture of Charles and show it to him in the future.
As Alex sat in the back seat of the car, his mind was abuzz with thoughts. He couldn't help but ponder the extent of Charles's mental powers. He realized that, with his enhanced mental abilities, he might surpass Charles in psychic prowess.
"Master, how was your first day of school?" Jarvis inquired as he drove.
"It was bearable. I met an interesting individual," Alex replied casually.
Jarvis nodded, understanding the situation quite well as Howard's trusted butler. He was aware of Alex's unique circumstances and the likelihood that the "interesting individual" was also a mutant.
Back at Howard's villa, Alex found himself frustrated with the homework, which he completed in just ten minutes. His sudden return to a student's life after his previous experiences was disheartening. Though his brain effortlessly retained formulas and theories, Alex contemplated the possibility of further enhancing his abilities by integrating Charles's psychic powers.
"Gene gathering," Alex uttered as he entered the bathroom.
"Scanning... successful scanning. Gathering... successful gathering. Strength enhancement detected."
The system's voice responded, prompting Alex to confirm his decision. "Enhance."
"Enhancement initiated... successful enhancement. Would you like to integrate?"
"Integrate!" Alex agreed, ready for the process. In the next moment, his eyes widened, and veins on his hands visibly throbbed as the integration began.
The pain was excruciating, not just the physical agony of being torn apart, but also the mental anguish that felt like his brain was shattering. Despite the suffering, Alex remained conscious and counted himself fortunate to possess the super soldier gene, which had granted him physical enhancements. Without them, the pain would have been even more unbearable.
After what seemed like an eternity, Alex managed to stand up from the ground, and much of the blood had flowed away. He looked at his reflection in the mirror, shocked by the blood. After cleaning off all the bloodstains, Alex felt better than ever.
His mind was clear, his memory and cognitive abilities sharper than before. It struck him that Charles had the power to read minds within a range of about 250 miles approximately 402 kilometers and could create illusions and manipulate thoughts.
Now, Alex's mental abilities had been enhanced, and he realized that his range extended to 300 miles. He knew that Charles had been considered exceptionally powerful at 250 miles, but Alex was confident that he would surpass Charles when he reached his peak potential.
Unfolding his mental power, Alex unintentionally tapped into the thoughts of everyone nearby, inundating his mind with a flood of information that left him feeling somewhat disoriented.
Quickly retracting his mental power, Alex sighed in relief. No wonder Charles rarely used this ability anymore; having everyone's thoughts rush into his mind was an incredibly uncomfortable experience.
After cleaning the bloodstains from his body, Alex lay down on his bed and fell asleep. It was the body's natural way of regulating itself.
Alex awoke early in the morning, feeling refreshed, with a clear mind and heightened mental acuity. Things that had puzzled him in the past suddenly made sense. He realized why Charles had become a professor; mental abilities could significantly boost one's IQ and thinking skills. With his current abilities and self-study, Alex believed he could easily earn a PhD. The combination of super soldier genes and enhanced mental powers felt like an unfair advantage.
In truth, Alex found elementary school to be rather dull given his current capabilities. He could absorb knowledge at a glance. If it weren't for the future events involving Professor X and Mystique, Alex would have little motivation to continue attending school.
(End of this chapter)
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Bab 29: Raven (Edited)
"Oh my God! Captain America just took down another HYDRA factory! It's mind-blowing!" Charles exclaimed as he pored over the report on Steve's latest heroics.
In this era, the allure of heroism runs deep, and people can't help but admire characters like Captain America. Steve, who used to be a nobody, has transformed into a true hero.
"You talking about Steve? I know the guy. Need an autograph? I can hook you up," Alex grinned, a hint of amusement in his voice.
"Really? That would be amazing, thank you!" Charles replied, his excitement evident.
"I was actually with Steve on that HYDRA mission. We busted into the factory and rescued around four hundred soldiers," Alex added, shifting the conversation to his exploits.
"Wait, is this the same mission where you single-handedly saved over 400 prisoners of war?" Charles asked in disbelief.
"Absolutely. If you want the details, I can spill the beans, but it's gotta stay between us, top-secret stuff," Alex replied with a conspiratorial tone in his voice.
"Count on me! I won't spill a word. But how did you even end up on the battlefield?" Charles inquired.
"Went with my adoptive father," Alex explained briefly.
"That's cool! If I ever get the chance, I want to be on the battlefield, taking down Nazis," Charles expressed his enthusiasm.
"You'll have your shot," Alex assured him with confidence.
"Hey, Alex, swing by my place today. You can share some stories about Captain," Charles invited.
Alex flashed a smile, "Absolutely! We're friends, right?"
"Definitely! Friends, it is," Charles responded happily. He always believed that mutants were like a family, and inviting friends over was just a natural extension.
Despite Charles' solid family background, there was a mystery surrounding his father. The household consisted of Charles, his mother, and no sign of Mystique as of yet, at least according to Alex's guess.
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Later that night, Alex, awakened by a bathroom urge, ventured out of his room. He noticed the kitchen light still on, accompanied by a faint sound, piquing his curiosity.
Charles suddenly felt a peculiar sensation and swiftly exited the room, brandishing a baseball bat.
"Did you catch that, Alex?" Charles inquired, directing his gaze at his companion while leaving the room.
"Heard some shuffling. Perhaps a daring thief taking advantage of the affluent neighborhood," Alex responded casually, the scenario feeling all too familiar, hinting at Raven's possible involvement.
Armed with a baseball bat, Charles cautiously approached the origin of the sound—the kitchen. Upon entering, he found a middle-aged woman in a vibrant red dress rummaging through the refrigerator. A sigh of relief escaped Charles as he questioned, "Mom, what are you up to?"
Observing the middle-aged woman, who bore an uncanny resemblance to Charles's mother, Alex couldn't help but suspect the presence of Mystique Raven in disguise.
Charles, still on edge, approached his supposed mother and expressed, "I thought we had an intruder."
With a warm smile, the imposter closed the refrigerator door hastily, reassuring, "Didn't mean to startle you, sweetheart. Just grabbed a snack. Now, off to bed, my darlings."
The unsettling encounter left both Charles and Alex staring at the shape-shifter, puzzled by the unexpected twist.
Undeterred, the imposter insisted, "What's the matter? Off to bed, you two. I'll whip up a cup of hot chocolate for you."
Charles, visibly angry, introduced Alex to the imposter, questioning her presence in his house. "He's my classmate, Alex. Who are you, and why are you here? What have you done to my mother?" Charles's expression darkened as he tapped into his psychic abilities, delving into the imposter's mind.
Approaching the shape-shifter with each step, Charles continued, "My mother never steps foot in the kitchen, let alone makes me hot chocolate. She always insists that I do it!"
Unable to withstand Charles's psychic onslaught, Mystique Raven retreated step by step until she finally revealed her proper form—Mystique, with her distinctive blue skin.
Witnessing Raven's remarkable transformation, a pleased Charles couldn't help but flash a smile. He turned to Alex, expressing, "Alex, it seems we've just gained another valuable ally."
Alex, fully acknowledging the significance of having Raven on their side, nodded in agreement. The portrayal of Raven by Rebecca Romijn added an extra layer of value to her presence.
As Raven, with her piercing gaze, questioned their fear, Charles responded with a light-hearted chuckle, "Fear? Quite the opposite, my dear. We thought we were the sole bearers of uniqueness."
In response, Alex, with a subtle smile, demonstrated his ability by manipulating the magnetic field. The kitchen came alive as iron objects gracefully levitated under his control.
Taking the initiative to formalize their introduction, Charles extended a hand toward Raven. "I'm Charles Xavier."
In turn, Alex introduced himself, "My name is Alex, Alex Stark."
With that, the current chapter concluded, leaving the readers eager for the unfolding dynamics among Charles, Alex, and their newly acquired ally, Raven.
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