Bab 72: New Ability

Mind-shifting, telepathy, flight, matter decomposition, time and space manipulation—Phoenix's terrifying power encompasses the capacity to destroy the world. Despite the diverse abilities, they all stem from the core—spiritual power.

It occurs to Alex that perhaps he, too, could attain such world-shattering power. His expression fluctuates, contemplating that such power transcends humanity, elevating one to a godlike status—the kind of power that existed thousands of years ago, the deity above all living beings.

Unfortunately, the Marvel universe is intricate, and Alex is uncertain about the existence of cosmic entities like the One-Above-All or the Living Tribunal. The power of a Level 5 Omega Mutant falls short.

"Sir, are you a new teacher?" Jean, finishing her painting, looked up at Alex with bright eyes, a hint of golden-red color betraying the concealed Phoenix force within her.

"In a way," Alex replied with a smile.

"Mom said I can't leave with strangers. People who want to abduct kids are usually human traffickers," Jean remarked.

"Well, let me talk to the principal of your school and have him call your parents. I'll bring your whole family to live in New York," Alex sighted, realizing he had unwittingly been mistaken for a child abductor.

Under Alex's management, Jean Grey's family swiftly traveled by train to the outskirts of New York, where Alex's grand manor awaited. The vast estate housed only housekeepers and a few part-time servants, and Alex contemplated the idea of welcoming other children like Jean to infuse some liveliness into the mansion.

"Level five power, the pinnacle strength in this world."

Settling Jean Grey's family in his manor, Alex seated himself on the living room sofa, extracting a strand of Jean Grey's hair.

The fiery red strands gleamed with clarity, appearing as if a flowing flame ran through them.

In this moment, Alex felt a tinge of excitement. What would happen to the abilities of a fifth-level Mutant after undergoing systematic enhancement?

"Gather the genes," Alex chuckled, tossing Jean Grey's hair into the system.

[Gathering]

[Gathering is successful. Shall we proceed with strengthening]

"Strengthen." Alex gave the command.

[Strengthening]

[The strengthening is successful]

[Starting Integration]

Alex's expression grew more serious. Jean's abilities were already formidable, and further strengthening would undoubtedly result in a considerable augmentation.

Beads of sweat formed on Alex's forehead, and his entire body's cells underwent a process of disintegration and rebirth.

This continued for about half an hour.

Alex's clothes clung to him, soaked in sweat. His expression reflected exhaustion, and he murmured, "Truly befitting a Level 5 Mutant's ability. After strengthening, her power has intensified. Once limited to controlling matter and energy at the molecular level, now she can manipulate them at the sub atomic level."

"I am now equivalent to a human-shaped nuclear bomb. I can create a nuclear explosion at any time as long as I want," a glint flashed in Alex's eyes.

Truly fitting for a phoenix, an entity of terror!

Especially after being enhanced by the system, Alex's powers had grown even more formidable.

"Manipulating matter and energy at the atomic level, meaning I can alter the atoms of matter and rearrange their sequence to achieve the desired effect?" Alex raised his hand, and instantly, the diamond ring on his finger decomposed into a pile of graphite.

Under Alex's control, these graphites re-synthesized into a larger diamond.

"That's it—altering the characteristics of atoms to achieve the ability to decompose, combine, and even replace other substances." Alex's eyes gleamed as a stone turned into gold. This was the underlying principle.

This had already reached the Creator-level ability.

"In the future, anyone who dares to provoke me will receive a small nuclear bomb as a reward, or I can turn them into atoms, or change the atomic sequence of their body, turning them from a human into frogs?" Alex's lips curled slightly, feeling that in gaining Jean, he hadn't just acquired an ally but also a remarkably powerful ability.

Alex dared to declare that at this very moment, he could stand against even Thanos in the future.

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Bab 73: Apocalypse

This chapter is about the back story of Apocalypse. If you know it then you can skip this.

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In the distant past, around 3600 BC, in the Nile River Basin of Egypt, an unknown light illuminated the countless areas filled with yellow sand. The Pyramids resonated with voices, as if celebrating the imminent triumph of their master.

Meanwhile an assassination plot against the mightiest Mutant was underway, and they were on the verge of achieving half of their success.

The pyramid had a fervent cluster of believers who worshipped their god—Apocalypse. The world's first Mutant possessed unparalleled strength and potential.

"En. Sabah. Nur... En. Sabah. Nur..." Voices chanted, surrounded by fanatics.

A procession moved forward slowly, with countless guards and the four horsemen of Apocalypse riding horses and donning metal masks.

Apocalypse, adorned with a distinctive metal mask, had ruled the world for centuries. He had adopted numerous bodies, earning the admiration and awe of countless humans.

However, despite his method of assimilating other bodies and transferring consciousness, granting him a form of regenerative healing factor, Apocalypse remained vulnerable to the passage of time. Oblivious to the impending threat, two guards exchanged meaningful glances, signaling their readiness to act at the opportune moment.

The unspoken communication conveyed the message: "Find the right time and be prepared to act."

The other guard responded with a knowing look, affirming, "Our people are ready, and we can strike at any moment."

Throughout the centuries when Apocalypse was revered as a god, factions opposing him emerged, hidden and biding their time to deliver a fatal blow.

As he observed a soldier wielding a sharp knife, Apocalypse remained unfazed, watching as the blade cut through the young man lying before him.

Surprisingly, no blood flowed from the incision. Within a second, the wound vanished completely, surpassing even Wolverine's remarkable resilience by an immeasurable degree.

"My master, we tasked you with finding a vessel impervious to death. Only by possessing him can you reign over the world for eternity." Eve gazed respectfully at Apocalypse, the god-like figure, urging everyone to give their utmost for his cause.

"Open his mouth and drip my blood into it. I want to further enhance his power," Apocalypse commanded, employing the molecular manipulation of his body to carefully allow a drop of his blood to fall.

Guided by Apocalypse's manipulation, the resilient Mutant received the droplet of Apocalypse's blood. Only Apocalypse's pupils turned white as the resilience of his body and the power of the X gene surged to their peak.

"Let's commence the ceremony now!" Apocalypse's hoarse voice carried a hint of excitement, as the power of immortality stood just a step away.

"Sleep!" Eve approached a resilient Mutant, gently invoking her Hypnotic Ability. In less than a second, the opponent succumbed to her control.

"Begin the transfer," Eve instructed the white-robed priest, who signaled to commence the ritual.

Around the Pyramids, countless fervent believers worked tirelessly to support the curtain, a method employed by the queen to harness the sun's power for the transfer.

As solar energy entered the Pyramids, a cascade of golden energy flowed through the rune network, converging upon those participating in the ceremony of conversion. The golden holy energy interconnected, initiating the transformation.

Within the Pyramids, Apocalypse's four horsemen and devoted followers prayed fervently.

Empowered by the faith of the masses, Apocalypse and the new body on the conversion table were uplifted by the golden liquid.

Upon contact with Apocalypse, the dark blue soul slowly traversed to the new body, carried by the golden liquid. In a brief span, the new body assumed the same gray hue as Apocalypse's surface. The transformative effect of Apocalypse's blood took hold, and the cells were wholly assimilated.

Beyond the Pyramids, humans prepared to strike at Apocalypse. Sensing the opportune moment, they strategically placed a 2.5-ton stone to exploit the Pyramids' vulnerability, aiming to disrupt the proceedings.

"Go to your death! Let's go! A false god!" One of the soldiers interrupted the support holding the stone, causing a massive boulder to plummet down the river. The tremendous impact obliterated all obstacles in its path.

"Take action, take action! Kill the minions of the false gods and their believers. We cannot let the ceremony be completed!" The soldier beside him roared.

Within the Pyramids, as if responding to a signal, the two soldiers at the door closed the stone gate. Eve sensed an unprecedented crisis, not just from the reverberating vibrations, but also from those taking advantage of the chaos to carry out attacks during Apocalypse's ritual.

"Protect the master and eliminate those traitors," Eve calmly ordered. As the first knight of Apocalypse, he possessed composure and proficiency in all aspects.

"Betrayers." A knight who controlled sound waves unleashed a deadly sonic attack, instantly killing the two traitorous soldiers.

"False-gods die!" Amid the crisis in the Pyramids, five soldiers who had betrayed Apocalypse raised their spears and thrust them towards Apocalypse.

"Go see our God, Apocalypse! Stand by its side." Another Mutant, manipulating flames, sneered as he instantly incinerated the attackers.

"At all costs, protect the master from resurrection. This world can exist without us, but it cannot exist without the master, who can provide refuge for our people."

Eve's resolute gaze issued orders to the other knights, and the collapsing Pyramids triggered a chain reaction.

While the destruction of ordinary buildings might not pose a significant threat to Mutants, the lethality of heavy stones and variations on people should not be underestimated.

Amid the crumbling Pyramids, Eve and his loyal followers prayed fervently.

In the shadows, a soldier who had betrayed Apocalypse lurked quietly. Seeing that Apocalypse had not fully resurrected, he leaped up and raised a dagger, intent on striking the still-reviving Apocalypse.

"It's bad," Eve exclaimed as she observed the assailant who had stabbed Apocalypse. She, too, was a Mutant with energy, reaching the pinnacle of strength after Apocalypse's empowerment.

Eve utilized the energy under her control to crush the attacker directly, hurling them against the wall. However, resolving the immediate threat didn't conclude the matter; the danger persisted.

The chain reaction of the Pyramids' destruction swiftly took hold, and numerous boulders began to crumble.

The four horsemen and sacrificial followers of Apocalypse, intent on resurrecting their god through prayers, found their hopes shattered. Even if they could solve all the issues hindering Apocalypse's resurrection, the collapse of Pyramids extinguished any chance they had.

Countless boulders grew denser, limiting their movement. In the final moments, only one of Apocalypse's four knights remained. Eve exerted herself to the utmost to ensure Apocalypse had a chance to survive.

As Pyramids crumbled entirely, Apocalypse and Eve descended as if weightless.

As Eve fell, she refused to abandon her protective duty over Apocalypse. An invisible energy shield enveloped him, deflecting the rock intended to harm him.

"This is the last time I'll protect you, Master," Eve declared, hurling herself onto the stone. The sound of breaking bones and internal organs bleeding echoed as she sacrificed herself for Apocalypse.

With a resounding impact, the large rock struck Eve, who had no strength left to shield Apocalypse.