Bab 115: Radiant New York
"Professor!" Anna's eyes widened with shock as she glanced at Charles, who was bound tightly, rendering him unable to speak.
"Mmm." Charles could only emit a muffled sound, his mouth sealed shut.
As Eric approached, Anna's horror intensified, and she cried out, "No! Stay back! I refuse to— even if you transform every person on Earth into Mutants, I won't yield!"
"I understand your apprehension about your abilities," Eric addressed Anna with a solemn tone. "Didn't Charles mention that Alex can formulate potions tailored to optimize your abilities and rectify any shortcomings based on your genetic makeup?"
"Yes," Anna replied hesitantly, "Professor Alex did mention it, but..."
"But you doubted it," Eric interjected with a knowing smile. "Living in Alex's estate, you must be familiar with Raven."
Anna's expression turned pensive as she contemplated Eric's words. "Raven's appearance was beyond my imagination. Her skin is blue, with scales—quite contrary to human aesthetics. Even if she assumes a semblance of normalcy, it's only superficial; Raven's skin isn't real. However, Alex has devised a remedy capable of rectifying genetic anomalies. Raven, once adorned with blue skin, now boasts a complexion of breathtaking beauty."
Eric continued his explanation as they walked, stopping beside Anna and gently grasping her wrist, his ability subtly transferring between them. "We were mere youngsters at the time, surrounded by comrades who benefited from Alex's concoctions. Do you recall Hank? Formerly known as the blue-haired Beast, he can now shift effortlessly between human form and his previous appearance, all thanks to Alex's potion."
As they conversed, the depth of Eric's knowledge and experience became increasingly evident.
"Trisk," Eric uttered.
Trisk slipped on the gloves, swiftly creating a barrier between Wolverine and Sabretooth.
Eric slumped to the ground, his strength waning, as he spoke with a hint of exhaustion, "After all these years, he can effortlessly mend the flaws in your powers. So, brace yourself for what's to come for mutants."
Certainly, Wolverine, known for his beastly nature, wasn't one to easily cooperate.
"All right, Logan! The ball's in your court now. Will you watch Anna, the one you're fighting to save, perish onstage, or will you join forces with me to spare her life?" Eric's lips curled into a sly smile as he posed the question to Logan.
Despite Wolverine's typically brash and impulsive demeanor, he knew better than to act recklessly in this moment.
After a pregnant pause, Wolverine reluctantly acquiesced.
"Excellent. The future generations of mutants will remember your sacrifice," Eric affirmed, a grin spreading across his face.
The radiation machine, now redesigned by Eric, boasted a larger interior space, capable of accommodating four or five individuals standing upright.
Trisk maneuvered Wolverine and Sabretooth next to Anna. With Anna's hands pressed against their heads, she began absorbing their powers.
"Trisk, you may proceed," Eric instructed, his eyes fixed on the mutant.
Trisk decisively activated the machine, and suddenly a cascade of silver-white brilliance cascaded towards the United Nations summit like a celestial curtain, expanding exponentially with each passing moment until it seemed poised to envelop the entirety of New York City.
"Look, Charles. The dawn of the Mutant era is upon us," Eric exclaimed with fervor as he removed the gag from Charles' mouth, needing him to witness the unfolding events. "It's time for the world to embrace its evolution."
"Eric, cease this madness! You'll bring ruin upon New York!" Charles pleaded urgently, his voice strained.
"After destruction comes rebirth," Eric retorted adamantly, his resolve unshaken.
"Oh my stars! What in heaven's name is that?" gasped onlookers at the UN summit as they beheld the ethereal silver-white spectacle, their astonishment palpable.
"Is this some grand fireworks display to commemorate the summit's commencement?" speculated one attendee, bewildered by the unprecedented sight.
As Eric's plan unfolded unchecked, its success seemed inevitable this time.
"Eric's scheme is nearing fruition," remarked Alex softly, his gaze fixed on the radiant display in the heavens.
"Wait, why don't I recall planning such a celebration?" questioned the President of the United States, seizing those nearby for answers.
"Mr. President, we're at a loss," replied his bewildered companion, equally perplexed by the spectacle unfolding above. When had they ever organized such a grand fireworks spectacle?
Yet, one glance was enough to discern that this luminous phenomenon was no ordinary fireworks show.
As the luminous curtains traversed the UN summit grounds and surged towards New York City, they imbued many heads of state and accompanying dignitaries with newfound vigor.
The X-gene within them stirred, awakened by the catalytic influence of the radiant curtain, granting them extraordinary abilities.
But for others, whose exposure to the light was less direct, the awakening of their X-gene was incomplete, leaving them with only a fraction of the power bestowed upon their peers.
As the ambitions of these newly empowered individuals swelled, chaos engulfed the streets of New York City, heralding the dawn of a new era fraught with uncertainty and upheaval.
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Bab 116: The Changes
"Behold, Charles, my triumph is complete. Every X-gene carrier in New York will awaken as Mutants," Eric declared with a victorious flourish, unleashing both the X-Men and his cohorts.
With his mission accomplished, Eric saw no reason to heed Charles's opposition any longer. The shackles of restraint could be cast aside; freedom was theirs once more.
"No, Eric! You've wrought havoc upon New York!" Charles's voice rang out, heavy with sorrow and dismay.
He surveyed the chaotic aftermath: countless individuals wielding newfound powers without restraint, terrorizing the ordinary populace. Opportunists seized the chance to carve out their own dominions, plunging the world into further disarray.
New powers clashed with the old, heralding a grim epoch of violence and suffering.
As the machinery fell silent, sweat beading on Anna's brow, even Logan and Sabretooth appeared drained, their forms now worn by exhaustion.
Approaching them, Eric gently lifted Sabretooth before turning to Logan, extending a hand in solidarity. "You will be revered as heroes among Mutants. Your valor will be etched in history," he intoned solemnly, acknowledging their sacrifices amidst this tumultuous upheaval.
Logan hesitated, casting a wary glance at Eric before clasping his hand, torn between resentment and gratitude for the role Eric played in shaping him into a mutant icon.
"My apologies," Eric's voice softened as he turned to Anna, noting the traces of fatigue etched into her youthful features.
With a tender gesture, Eric released Anna from her restraints and extended his hand to her.
Yet Anna recoiled in fear, her trust shattered by the horrors she had undergone.
Eric's expression darkened, withdrawing his hand with a heavy sigh.
Suddenly, a figure emerged from the shadows, a vial clutched in his hand.
"I'm sorry for startling you, Anna. I didn't mean to arrive late," Alex approached Anna, his voice tinged with remorse as he offered the potion.
Tears filled Anna's eyes as she sought solace in Alex's embrace, her sobs reverberating through the tense atmosphere.
"I wanted to surprise you, but I never anticipated this outcome," Alex confessed, pressing the vial into Anna's trembling hand.
"This is surprise enough," Anna managed a tearful smile.
"Drink it. It'll help you control your abilities and interact with others," Alex encouraged gently.
But Anna shook her head resolutely, discarding the potion. "I can touch you," she declared, her joy palpable.
For Anna, the gesture meant more than any potion. It was enough for her.
After all, fifteen was the age of budding affection.
Alex, unaffected by time due to the super soldier serum and mutant genes, retained his youthful allure, his charisma drawing admirers like moths to a flame.
"Alex, it worked! I've done it!" Eric exclaimed, gripping Alex's shoulder with excitement.
"Yes, but it's unleashing chaos upon New York," Alex replied solemnly, his tone heavy with significance.
Some individuals who hadn't fully activated their X-gene experienced a surge of stimulation, leading to complete mutations, transforming them into beings akin to electric men, water men, and even Sandmen.
"It all adds up!"
The whirring of helicopter propellers interrupted their conversation, signaling the discovery of the source—the Statue of Liberty. These people weren't fools.
"Looks like trouble's headed your way. I'll leave now," Alex remarked, observing the approaching helicopter and shimmering lights. Without hesitation, he scooped up Anna and teleported away from the Statue of Liberty.
This wasn't his mess to clean up. Even Anna was an unwitting victim in all of this.
As Eric's radiation enveloped New York, the city braced for the ensuing chaos.
Awakened individuals with a myriad of abilities emerged, some choosing the path of righteousness, while others succumbed to the allure of super-ability crimes. Good-hearted souls took it upon themselves to maintain justice, becoming street heroes fighting against the tide of crime.
Meanwhile, opportunistic careerists seized control of the underground, giving rise to even greater evil.
With New York descending into chaos at an alarming rate, the future seemed bleak. Explosions, crimes, and wanted super-criminals plagued the city, while underground gangs ran rampant.
Yet, no matter how embroiled Alex became in the turmoil, anyone foolish enough to threaten his home would be swiftly dealt with.
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