After much planning, here it is! The much-awaited new chapter of 'The Trans-Human Saga'. And like before, there will be many twists and turns during this journey…so hold on to your-well, just hold on!

It was nearly a year after the 'Syren' Incident. And for the members of Big Hero 6, their lives were returning to normal. Hiro, who had fallen under the Syren's spell, had also fallen out with his girlfriend, GoGo. But they patched things up, and were a happy couple.

And the aforementioned 'Syren'-was a member of a cabal of empowered beings calling themselves the 'Trans-Humans'. Serena-her real name-chose to side with humans. And after the 'Syren' Incident-she changed her looks and her life. She retreated to a little island in the Mediterranean, married a nice fellow and started a family.

During these events, the Lucky Cat Café-ran by Hiro's aunt Cass-had been wrecked. But with some hard work, it was rebuilt and reopened. And business was as good as before. But while Cass was able to rebuild a building…she herself was subjected to torture at the hands of Syren's hired goons. It had took some time…and a lot of support from Hiro and his friends…but soon, she took felt as good as the café looked.

But everyone was not pleased with these events…

In a fortress on an island in the South Pole, the cabal known as the 'Trans-Humans' met. They were empowered-each with abilities that could allow them to defeat armies. After gaining their powers, they shunned their humanity. While the environment outside was frigid, the fortress was fairly warm and hospitable-and designed for their group to sustain for a period of 50 years.

And this was all planned by the leader-Maximus Rex. He gained the position of leader by defeating the other Trans-Humans in battle. And they all deferred to him. Directly below him in power was Droghon-a very powerful warrior who wore a suit of dragon-mail. And below him-the Four Elementals: Trans-Humans who each were empowered with a force of nature.

There was Pyros-the master of flames and fire. Next was Kryos, a master of ice and the cold. Then there was Terranos-who controlled the very power of Earth. Luminos was the last of the Elementals-and he controlled the power of lightning. They each wore a suit of adamantium- colored armor to match their elemental theme-red for Pyros, blue for Kryos, orange for Terranos, and green for Luminos. They gathered at a table, and Maximus Rex joined them.

Maximus spoke first, "We have learned a great deal about the group of heroes knows as Big Hero 6." The other warriors nodded. Droghon said, "Serena the Syren served her purpose- she helped expose Big Hero 6. We know how they fight, their abilities…everything about them."

Pyros, "So how do we utilize this information to defeat Big Hero 6?"

Maximus said, "Consider the fable of the sticks. Together-they are unbreakable. But if we split them apart…they will break."

Terrinos then said, "And how do we split them apart? If they had any chinks before, they surely strengthened them after battling Serena."

Maximus said, "Serena was simply a test for them. But like any group-there is someone there who can be pulled out and exploited to our advantage."

Kryos said, "Hmm…perhaps that one…" He displayed an image…of GoGo.

Maximus said, "So what is your idea?"

Kryos said, "Perhaps if we were to seduce her…keep her away from the rest of her team. Then we would be able to strike a blow against them."

Maximus said, "This plan has potential…and because you suggested it, I want you to carry it out."

Kryos replied, "Of course, Maximus. I will execute this plan without delay." Maximus said, "The rest of us will wait- when the time to strike is right, we will rain our fury upon Big Hero 6!"

The others then cheered their approval…

It was a Thursday afternoon, and Hiro was at the Lucky Cat Café. He was running the show for a few hours- so that Aunt Cass could get out and enjoy the world. This was one of the 'small steps' Cass took after what she experienced during the 'Syren Incident'. It was relatively quiet-only a few patrons were here enjoying coffee.

The quiet time also allowed him to reflect on his experience, as well. He had been enthralled by Serena's singing…and was compelled by it to do her bidding. He had kissed her on live TV, for heaven's sake! And then- I fought GoGo…

Now his thoughts turned to the speedster. He thought he had committed the worst infraction by kissing Serena…but GoGo forgave him. And now…they were back together.

As for GoGo-she was in the process of refining her mag-lev (magnetic levitation) technology. She had applied it to a set of discs she used in combat. But she knew she could adapt the technology to bigger things. So she set her sights on designing mag-lev wheels for autos.

She had managed to find garage space-which during the day, she used for 'exclusive' auto repair. She only took special jobs here, working on high-end sports-cars and luxury vehicles. She got a good clientele because she was willing to work on these cars-and because she didn't feel the need to drag out a repair to make extra.

But during the off-times…GoGo would close up shop and focus on her mag-lev wheels. She did this in relative secret-because if someone else went to market with the tech she had spent the last chunk of her life developing, all of her hard work would be for naught.

And like Hiro…during her down time, GoGo would find her thoughts drifting towards the robotics prodigy…Hiro…she had witnessed the kiss between Hiro and Serena. And at that moment, no pain could compare to that heartbreak…but everything had worked itself out…and now she was looking towards a bright future with Hiro.

The chime of the door broke GoGo's reverie. She looked up-and saw a tall, fair, well-built gentleman. He was wearing a dark blue suit-like a businessman. GoGo said, "Welcome to Tanaka Garage. What can I do for you?"

The gentleman said, "Oh, no, Miss Tanaka. I believe it's 'What I can do for you…you see, I am an investor."

GoGo said, "Oh…and what are looking to invest in here? Auto parts? Motor oil?"

The man said, "No, no, no…you see, I had heard that you were developing top-secret technology."

GoGo then said, in a hushed whisper, "How did you hear about that?"

The man said, "Oh, I asked around. But I want to make a proposition with you. An offer, if you will."

GoGo said, "I'm not selling you anything to do with my mag-lev wheels!"

The man replied, "Oh! You think I want to buy your invention? Ha ha…well, it would make you rich…but I had another idea. I wish to help fund your idea and get it to market."

GoGo said, "Really?" The man said, "Really. In fact, why don't I take you out to dinner tomorrow night and we can discuss the details?"

GoGo thought it over, and said, "Well…I dunno…" The man said, "All I did was ask you to dinner, not to sleep with you."

GoGo chuckled, and thought, Hmm…well, Fridays are my free night anyway…She said, "Alright. What time?"

The man said, "How about 6 pm?" GoGo said, "That's perfect. And that will give me time to get dolled up."

The man turned to leave, and GoGo said, "Wait! I didn't get your name."

The man said, "It's Ray Frees. See you tomorrow."

As he left, GoGo grabbed her phone, and looked in the contacts. Once she found the number, she pressed the call button. She then said, "Honey? It's Go. I need a favor…"

And that's where the first chapter ends! This chapter helps set up the plot, as well as introduce our villains…and what a nasty bunch they are!

Anyway, read, comment, follow and fave!