Bab 6: Steak

Feeling the warmth of the water on him, Alex breathed a sigh of relief. He certainly didn't want to end up like Sebastian, so he needed to make sure he could control his power.

"This is much more comfortable!"

The hot water flowed over him, absorbing the excess heat and leaving a pleasant, constant warmth of around forty degrees Celsius.

After taking a shower and looking at himself in the mirror, Alex got his first good look at his new appearance. He appeared to be around ten years old, with blond hair, blue eyes, big eyes, rosy lips, and flawless skin. He was the type of child that anyone would want to hold and pinch their cheeks.

Although the love story in the books may be embellished, it was a real tale in his case. His mother was a noble lady had forsaken her status to elope with his father, resulting in his current appearance, which leaned more towards Northern European features.

While his mother had intended to take him out of Europe, they were captured by the Nazis. He suspected that his parents' bodies had been incinerated by the Nazis.

However, since he had replaced Alex in the 21st century, he was determined to seek vengeance for this blood feud and he will burn the Nazi's to ashes.

Alex looked at himself in the mirror and touched his face. His skin was incredibly smooth, probably a side effect of the two gene enhancements and integrations.

He chuckled softly, "Well, it's not so bad to be cute."

The sound of his stomach protesting interrupted his thoughts. He was only ten years old now, and the physical energy expended during his long flight had already burned through the food he had eaten in the Nazi concentration camp.

His stomach was crying out in hunger, but when he checked his pockets, he found he didn't even have half a dime left.

His stomach's protests grew louder, making it difficult for Alex to fall asleep. Sitting up and putting on his bathrobe, Alex checked the time. It was around nine o'clock in the evening. At this hour, people in the hotel were probably still awake.

He headed downstairs, where there was a restaurant with many guests still dining. The aroma of food filled the air, making Alex's mouth water, and his stomach growled even more loudly.

"Oh, whose child is this? So adorable!" An astonished voice rang out, and a beautiful woman approached Alex while holding a steak.

The tantalizing scent wafted from the steak to Alex's nose, and he couldn't help but salivate.

"I'm not hungry. I'm not hungry at all," Alex told himself using his Hypnotic Ability, but his eyes remained fixed on the steak.

"Cutee, where are your parents?" The woman crouched down to Alex's eye level, holding the steak in her hand.

The savory aroma of the steak was overwhelming, and Alex couldn't resist any longer. His stomach growled loudly.

"You're hungry, aren't you?" The woman couldn't help but laugh as she saw Alex's reaction.

Alex swallowed hard. He wanted to nod but hesitated. Although his body was that of a ten-year-old, his mind was that of a twenty-something. Could he really bring himself to do something so shameless?

After some internal struggle between morals and hunger, Alex ultimately chose hunger. Morals could wait. Right now, he was starving. What good were morals if he starved to death?

Alex nodded eagerly and said in a childlike voice, "Thank you."

"You're welcome. You were hungry!" The woman smiled warmly and placed the steak in front of Alex.

Alex didn't hold back. Despite his supernatural powers, he still had the appetite of a child. He devoured the steak with small, satisfied bites.

"It's so delicious!"

After finishing the entire steak, Alex felt content. Even though he had superpowers, his appetite was still that of a child's. Alex hopped off the chair with a smile.

Approaching the girl who had given him the steak but whom he had never met before, Alex thanked her, "Thank you one again."

"You're welcome. It was just a steak. By the way, what's your name?" The girl pinched Alex's cheek and asked.

"My name is Alex." Alex said with a happy smile.

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Bab 7: Steve Rogers

Alex, having satisfied his hunger by charming his way into a meal and enjoyed a good night's rest, embarked on his journey early the next morning. He oriented himself correctly and flew steadily toward the United States.

Recalling his knowledge of Captain America's story, he remembered that the scientist who developed the super serum had met his demise at the hands of HYDRA, leading to Captain America being the sole successful product of the serum.

During his flight, Alex passed through a bustling Western city and collected a substantial sum in charity funds, investing it in food supplies to sustain him during his journey. It was a turbulent time, and the specter of danger loomed unpredictably.

Fortunately, luck was on Alex's side. He navigated without losing his way and encountered no sudden storms during his journey.

After approximately seven days of travel, he arrived in the vicinity of San Francisco in the United States. Yet, his ultimate destination was not here; he aimed for the heart of the United States, New York City.

Even though Alex had escaped from a concentration camp operated by the enemy and entered the United States as an illicit traveler, wartime conditions had led to an influx of illegal immigrants and thriving black market activities. In the grand scheme of things, one more person like Alex hardly raised an eyebrow.

Upon reaching New York City, USA, it was already nighttime.

As he observed the vibrant scenes around him, Alex couldn't help but sigh. While Europe was torn apart by the ravages of war, here in the United States, there was a relative sense of peace.

Strolling down the bustling streets and immersing himself in the sights, the nighttime panorama of 1940s New York City was nothing short of impressive. At the very least, law and order seemed to prevail.

"Tomorrow's World Expo," Alex halted in front of the exhibition hall, gazing at the colossal advertisements. Memories of Captain America's narrative flooded his mind; it appeared that Tony Stark's father had played a role in this storyline.

However, the exhibition required an entrance fee, and Alex muttered, "If this continues I might as well go and rob a bank."

With empty pockets, Alex found himself standing outside, contemplating whether to sneak into the venue. However, his thoughts were interrupted when two familiar figures approached him, engaged in lively conversation.

Narrowing his eyes, Alex carefully observed the two individuals and instantly recognized them.

One of them was a slender young man who was unmistakably Steve Rogers, the future Captain America. The other gentleman was undoubtedly Steve's close friend, Bucky Barnes, also known as the Winter Soldier.

It appeared that the events of Captain America's story were just unfolding, taking place nine months prior to the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, a pivotal moment marking the United States' entry into World War II. In terms of the historical timeline, it was now 1941.

"Hey, kid, would you like to join us?" Steve noticed Alex standing near the exhibition and kindly offered his assistance, clearly understanding the predicament. He even took a step forward to extend his help.

"Yes, sir, but it appears I've misplaced my money," Alex replied with a distressed expression, emptying his pockets as he spoke.

"No need to worry. Come along with us; I'll cover your ticket," Steve reassured him, patting Alex on the head and offering a warm smile.

Alex playfully swatted away Steve's hand and remarked, "Please don't touch my head."

Steve chuckled and turned to his friend Bucky, asking, "Isn't he just adorable, Bucky?"

"Yeah, it's hard to believe his parents let him out on his own," Bucky agreed with a grin.

Tickets to the exhibition were reasonably priced, especially with the discounted children's rate.

With Steve leading the way, they entered the exhibition, and Alex couldn't help but feel a sense of accomplishment. He had compromised his principles momentarily, but the outcome was undeniably positive.

In the grand scheme of things, did principles and morals hold their weight when one was faced with hunger and desperation?

Inside the exhibition, a young girl caught Bucky's attention, and another lady stood beside her.

Bucky turned to Steve and remarked, "Steve, this is the girl I've found for you. Why don't you give it a shot?"

He then glanced at Alex and added, "Kid, you're a bit too young to date. Go enjoy yourself with some toys."

Alex rolled his eyes, recognizing that he was only inhabiting a child's body, not actually too young.

"Kid, remember not to engage with strangers. If you ever feel unsafe, make your way to a crowded area and seek assistance at the conclusion of the exhibition, alright?"