Bab 114: The Final Showdown
"No, I refuse," Anna shook her head firmly.
"Why? My dear child, the future belongs to us. We should stride boldly among ordinary people, not skulk in the shadows like mice in gutters. It only requires a bit of effort and endurance to bring about this change. We are the future of human race, why resist?" Eric regarded Anna with a perplexed expression, urging her to reconsider.
Resistance? Even if you resist, it's futile. You'll comply whether you want to or not.
"But even if you resist, it won't matter, because I won't let such an opportunity slip through my fingers. Take her to the machine," Eric rose from his seat, unyielding, and instructed Sabretooth.
Without hesitation, Sabretooth whisked Anna away into the depths of the Statue of Liberty, securing her within the machine under his watchful eye.
Eric ascended to the torch, fixating his gaze on the site of the United Nations summit. A spark of fervor ignited in his eyes. The goal he had pursued for decades was on the verge of realization.
The anticipation thrilled him to his core.
With all preparations in place, he awaited Charles' arrival with Wolverine.
"Trisk, will the radiation from the device cover all of New York?" Eric inquired, turning to Trisk beside him.
"Absolutely. Everything has been arranged since early morning. The United Nations summit is right within our reach. The human genomes will be transformed into mutants for the first time, spreading across New York within fifteen minutes," Trisk affirmed confidently.
"So, it's as simple as snagging Wolverine first and then holding off Charles for fifteen minutes," Eric proposed.
"Exactly," Trisk affirmed with a nod.
"I've temporarily weakened Anna's Super Ability, handing the reins over to you for now," Eric explained.
"Once we deal with these nuisances, we can proceed," Trisk agreed.
"Indeed. The X-Men are quite the annoyance. Though I trust my men, it's prudent to eliminate these bothersome X-Men first as a precaution," Eric remarked, gazing out at the misty waters.
As if on cue, a menacing magnetic storm erupted, lifting the low-altitude X fighter and slamming it to the ground.
"What in the world?" Logan emerged from the wreckage, blood trickling from his forehead, yet swiftly healing.
"Give up Eric otherwise your actions will turn New York into a haven for super-powered criminals," Charles stated, his expression conflicted, as he descended from the fighter.
"Give up? Never! This is just the beginning, Charles. You can't thwart me," Eric declared, shaking his head.
"I can and I will," Charles asserted, fixing his gaze on Eric.
"Relying on these puny little guys?" Eric chuckled, glancing at the X-Men gathered behind Charles.
"You don't stand a chance against me," Eric continued confidently, extending his hand to imprison the X-Men in a cage of copper pieces. Psylocke found herself tightly bound, while Scott was ensnared, unable to unleash his laser powers against the starry sky backdrop.
With eyes closed, Charles unleashed his formidable psychic prowess, seizing control of all the mutants aligned with Magneto.
Eric shook his head. "I won't be caught off guard again."
With swift precision, steel bindings ensnared Angel, Sabretooth, and Toad, anchoring them firmly to the foundation.
Charles found himself tightly restrained by steel pipes, his predicament clear. Eric's Ability held undeniable superiority; without removing Eric's helmet, resistance seemed futile.
A faint smile graced Eric's lips as he addressed Wolverine Logan, "Logan, it's been too long. Once again, I require your unique Ability."
With a casual gesture, Sabretooth and Wolverine were brought face to face. Eric approached Charles, his tone tinged with authority, "Charles, behold the future of our world."
"Eric, you're making a grave mistake..." Charles's protest was cut short as iron silenced his words.
Bound and silenced, Charles was propelled behind Eric, soaring toward the Statue of Liberty.
Meanwhile, the United Nations summit commenced in earnest.
Leaders from over two hundred nations convened, their attention fixed on the podium as the President of the United States delivered his address.
Unbeknownst to them, within the iconic Statue of Liberty, a device lay poised for activation—a mechanism capable of transforming any X-gene bearer present into a Mutant.
"Charles, a new era dawns. Keep watch," Eric declared, ascending the torch. Anna, confined within the device, held the key, while Wolverine and Sabretooth stood by her side.
With a nod to Trisk who also wore an helmet to protect himself from Charles. Eric clasped Anna's hand, intertwining their fates.
(End of this chapter)
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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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