Chapter 2
Barry POV
They had decided that they would carry on the discussion back in the main labs, on the way Bart had sped off and gone on a whistle stop tour of the facility. He said "It's so retro! Like lights powered by electricity, what is that all about?"
They all just shook their heads in disbelief at him. Once they got into the main lab, Martin Stein was told the story and he said "So you're telling me that this kid, is your grandson from the future who has your meta-human abilities and he is from what 80 years into the future?"
Bart looked dumfounded and replied "Oh, did I forget to say. I'm from 2995. The 30th Century."
Cisco shouted "What? This is freakin awesome! 30th century, that is so dope! This could be a script for a goddamn movie!"
Barry couldn't believe what he was hearing. Barry said "Hey kid, how old are you anyway? 12?"
Bart seemed like he was doing a hundred things at once, taking in his surroundings, reading the computer, looking at Barry and then he said casually "I'm 2. Well 2 and 3 months."
Cisco shook his head and said "This is getting better and better."
Caitlin said "That's not possible. You look at least over 10."
Bart ran up to Caitlin and in his very fast talking manner said "Basically, due to my parents both having meta-human powers all my blood cells contain speed. So I have a super-fast metabolism, speaking of where is the food around here, and I age really fast. About 3 months ago I was put in a virtual environment where information like books and knowledge was fed to me and due to my all round speed I learned in 3 months what an average person learns in 18 years and some. But if I continue ageing this fast I would die of old age when I was 5. That's why I've come back, my Grandmother thought that Wal….I mean the Flash could help me fix my condition."
Caitlin nodded and quickly went to her medical station. She was clearly readying for tests.
Cisco commented "You kid are awesome. Like seriously. This is brilliant."
Iris then said "Wait, if you're from the 30th Century then how am I your Grandmother?"
Bart awkwardly said "Hate to give spoilers but you kind of get captured by the Reverse Flash and he puts you in the 30th Century. Then Barry comes to be with you and you conceived my Dad and Aunt then Barry had to return without you to save the world."
There were very different reactions to this, Barry was in shock and didn't say anything. He did look over to see Iris looking at him in an affectionate way.
Joe said "Twins. Who would have thought it."
Cisco said "Thawne really has got it in for you."
Then Stein added "But we have just defeated the Reverse Flash, Eddie died so Eobard Thawne never lived. So how could he do that?"
Barry noticed Bart's attention change to what Stein had said "Wait, did you say you have erased the Reverse Flash from time? That means that Iris never came to the century. Wait, Gramps how old are you?"
Barry replied "I wish you wouldn't call me that. I'm 23."
Bart said "Oh no. In my timeline you became the Flash at 28. And you met Iris at 24. This means it's an alternate timeline."
Ronnie said "So you're timeline no longer exists. I mean you're future isn't the future."
Bart said "He's right. I've read Linksi's space time continuum theory. I'm stuck here with no return."
Stein said "Who is Linksi?"
Bart replied "Some genius from the 29th Century."
Stein just nodded in constant disbelief.
Iris said "So you're here. For good. Barry what do we do with him?"
Bart said "Well…I can stay with you! Of course! You are family. Both of you. I can help. I have your powers, I can help you fight crime. It would be crash. A dynamic duo. Well not the dynamic duo but still a great partnership. Come on Gramps, you'd love it."
Barry didn't know what to think. He had only just seen his mother die, lost a good friend and shut a wormhole. Joe took the words from Barry's mouth and said "We don't have to sort anything out just yet. Bart, let's get you to Caitlin's medical bay, she can run some tests."
Bart was looking down at the floor and tapping his feet repeatedly on the floor, Stein said "Can you stop that?"
Bart looked up and said "yeah, sorry prof. Erm tests? Yeah sure. See you later Gramps."
He sped off towards Caitlin's medical centre. Then he, Iris, Stein, Ronnie, Joe and Cisco looked at each other in amazement, confusion and tiredness.
Cisco said "Just think, he has loads of knowledge about the future in his brain. Imagine what we could learn. It's an alternate history so it wouldn't matter what we learned but we could learn about so many technological advances. And like he said he could be good help in our mission."
Joe said "Cisco, he is a kid. A 2 year old kid. He hasn't lived. He won't know about things like danger, interaction or anything. Did you see him when we were talking, he got bored so easily. He will be a handful to look after."
Barry said "I guess he is my responsibility."
Iris said "Why?"
Barry replied sternly "He is my flesh and blood, most likely. I can help him, try to stop his condition, help him control his speed and look after him."
Iris said "He's my flesh and blood too. I'll help look after him."
She looked at Barry and gave him a reassuring smile. He still saw tears forming in her eyes. They hadn't even talked about Eddie. Barry couldn't believe he was gone. But he had to concentrate on the now, he had to help this kid.
Bart POV
Bart was bored. He was lying down on a medical bed while Caitlin Snow ran some tests. He was unsure whether he should be wary of Snow. In his timeline she became a villain named Killer Frost. Bart knew most of the Flash History as he asked for it to be a big part of his virtual history lessons.
But Bart had to remember this was a different timeline. He was upset he couldn't get home and see his mother. He would never see her again. But he had his Grandma here and Barry. Though Barry seemed overwhelmed at having Bart here.
Bart found this whole thing weird. Having all the information made him sound mature and seem his age but Bart was still an infant. He said to Caitlin "How long is this going to take? I'm boredddd!"
She replied "Another 20 minutes. I'll put the TV on if you want."
Bart said "I've never really watched TV. But I suppose I was fed images when I was in the virtual environment."
Caitlin said "So you've never gone to school, met friends or gone on holidays or any kid stuff?"
Bart replied "No I haven't. I know about everything but only from knowledge not experience. It's weird. Coming here now, it shouldn't have happened. I don't know what to say, I know so much about everyone here's history. Well alternate history but I have to keep quiet. This is so annoying!"
Caitlin looked at him like she felt sorry for him. She said "So coming back this far into the past will be weird won't it. Where did you live in 2995?"
Bart said "I live here in Central City with my parents before I was moved and my dad died. It is weird but I can't really remember much about 2995 really. It honestly feels like I learned all this knowledge about the 30th century but I never lived there. I never saw much of the city or the world. I know things but I never saw things. I can hardly remember my first 2 years either. I was inside for most of it because it would have been a big news story and my parents wanted to protect me."
Caitlin replied "You talk really fast. But I'm sorry about your dad. And that you never really got to know your time. I know this must be scary for you but Barry is a good person. He will take you in and look after you. I promise."
This made Bart happy, he was surprised how nice she was. Meeting Barry must have changed her future. Bart knew that these people here were never supposed to meet Barry at this point.
Bart then spent the next 10 minutes watching TV, it was the news. There were reports about the wormhole. He also questioned Caitlin about what had happened.
While the test results were forming Caitlin gave Bart some books on medicine and current technology, Bart read these 5 books in 10 minutes.
The results came in and Caitlin said "I can't believe it, you were telling the truth. I'll send them through to Professor Stein and Cisco. You Bart Allen are an extraordinary boy."
Barry POV
They had studied the DNA and all the other body test results for about 20 minutes now. Bart was telling the truth. He was Barry's grandson. How weird. Bart also had some abilities that Barry didn't have, his metabolism was faster, his brain processing speed was slightly faster and he claimed he could vibrate his cells to multiple according to future doctors but he had never tried.
Joe then said "It's been a long day, I think we should all consider going home and getting some rest. And it is Caitlin and Ronnie's wedding night."
Bart who had been reading a book looked up and said "Congratulations! If that's what you stay in this century."
Ronnie just laughed and said "Thanks kid."
Stein said "I agree Detective West. We should all come back tomorrow and see what we can do for Bart's condition and also consider the re-build. Also I was wondering what happens here at STAR Labs now Wells has gone."
Barry said "Well I was talking to Ray Palmer a few days ago and he said he was considering purchasing STAR Labs if Wells didn't own it anymore. He said he would build his own facility in Coast City and let us stay here. And we were wondering now that Ronnie wants to stay here and help us whether you Professor Stein would stay here and fill the role that Dr Wells had before… well before we found out the truth."
Stein smiled and said "I will consider it Mr Allen, it does sound interesting."
Cisco then added "Right, I'll have a look at Bart's results and see if I can come up with a solution. We should call it a day. And what a day it's been. Also Bart can I please have a look at that suit. It looks awesome!"
Bart said "Yeah sure Cisco. As soon as I get some normal clothes. If we are all going home then…."
There was a sounds of rustling air and Bart suddenly appeared in front of Barry. He said "What's the deal Gramps? Where am I going? Not being pushy but I won't cause any trouble. You can trust me to behave and not make a mess. And…"
Barry interrupted and said "Listen kid. I've talked to Joe and Iris and we have decided that for now at least. You're coming back with us. I'll take the couch and you can have my room. Is that okay Bart?"
Bart smiled and excitedly said "That is CRASH! I knew you would take me in. Thanks Gramps. I'm hungry, you got any food in the house? My favourite is piles of everything. And I'm ready for bed. All that time travelling really tires you out."
Barry chuckled and they all left the labs. Barry knew that he would have a busy night consoling Iris on the loss of Eddie and dealing with his energetic and restless Grandson.
Note- This story will focus on Bart and his arrival but I will be moving forward with the whole team flash so I will need to delve into other characters storylines. I hope you enjoyed the chapter, please let me know if you like having mixed point of views or not. It is quite difficult trying to write a point of view of a 2 year old kid who looks 12 and has the knowledge of a clever 18 year old. But that is what makes Bart's character so interesting the comics. Please review.
