Justice Heroes Elite
CHP 21: Best of the best
Among the spectators this is one of the most anticipated matches that they've waited to see happen, there was no argument these are the two most dominant female contestants which were in this tournament. Aside from Krypton's last son, it wouldn't surprise some if either of these two were to win it all. Standing in place the two just stare the other down, the events which occurred last night have a lot to do with their loss for words. In fact neither has said a word to the other after the heated encounter, resolving the issue is going to be a top priority; being at odds will only destroy their focus.
"I don't know about you but I'm still sticking with the Flash; I put down $7,000 on the speedster. I'm wondering if anyone will even be able to touch him who still remains."
"Maybe so, but I'm standing by Superman and nothing will change my mind. If there is someone who can keep up with that Flash it's him." Another of them says.
Things are now beginning to get very exciting with things coming down close to the end/the final fighters. At this point the best of the best are all that remain, and soon the champion of mortal kombat will be crowned. Asking both fighters where they'd like to battle, neither replies still just focused in on the other. The intensity between them both builds, just as it does amongst the audiences with some chanting Ms Marvel and others Wonder Woman!
"We'll battle at the pigeons nest." Ms Marvel finally speaks.
Turning to Wonder Woman the announcer checks with her to see if it is ok. It takes her a few moments but she agrees to the terms with the announcer stepping out of the ring. Just as all matches which take place outside the dome they're transported to the battle location. Appearing high up in the sky it is a good thing Ms Marvel is able to fly, or she might have been defeated instantly from falling Sixty ft down. Hovering downward she eventually makes it to the ground. But the funny thing is this fortress or whatever it is floats in mid air, miles from the rest of the land below.
"What a strange place, but I like it," She is able to see several birds pass by through the clouds, "Hhhm I guess I better hurry and find her so we can get this started."
Taking flight she believes doing this will speed the process as she will be able to gaze down on the entire area. The breeze does feel good, she moves over just in time to dodge a cluster of cardinals who pass by. Keeping her eyes down on the fortress below she is knocked out of the sky and into a massive bird feeder, smashing part of it open. Shaking herself off she looks up to see Wonder Woman who floats looking down on her.
"So are we going to skip the warm up and get right to it? I personally like the warm up." Wonder Woman says smiling while cracking her knuckles.
Getting up off the ground Ms Marvel fly's up at full speed beginning her attack. Throwing out a punch it is grabbed with her arm being twisted behind her, Wonder Woman bringing her lips close to her left ear.
"You don't really think you have the battle experience to compete with an amazon of my status do you?"
Yelling out she breaks the arm lock turning and throwing another punch at the princess of Themyscira, who blocks it countering and kicking Ms Marvel all the way back down to the ground; the impact causes the area to fall through a bit.
"Oh haha oh what's going on Spider..boy do I hear crickets. Your little Ms. Marvel can't even touch Wonder Woman." Flash says pumped, feeling very satisfied so far.
Spiderman does not reply just watching with clinched fists up at the T.V. screen. What the heck is happening, Ms Marvel needs to get it together or he'll never hear the end of this! Feeling a hand patting him over the shoulder only agitates him further!
"Hey cheer up pal, there's always a winner and looser; unfortunately for you this was over before it even began."
Keeping his eyes on the screen he tries his best to try and ignore him, after all Batman is right; they're here as one team and one team only. Getting back into the air she continues her attack against Wonder Woman. This time she connects with Diana's chin using the palm of her gloved hand. Quickly grabbing her by the head she knees her in the face, elbowing her down to the turf below. Ms Marvel doesn't wait around flying down to stay on schedule. Flipping out of the way Wonder woman leaps up wrapping her legs around Ms Marvel's neck tossing her down.
"Not bad, at first I thought this might be a walk in the park." Diana informs.
Getting up Ms Marvel fixes her hair just looking at her opponent.
"Thanks, but the soft talk can wait for later."
Both run forward continuing throwing different strikes at one another, some of which are blocked. Pulling out her lasso she throws it out having it wrap around Ms Marvel's ankles tightening it. Trying to fly up she is pulled back down punched across the face into a tree. Disturbing the peace, causes some birds to fly down and start pecking at her. Pushing past them she zooms over at Wonder Woman who grabs her by her hair smashing Ms Marvel's face into a stone.
"Oh hera that can't be good," Diana's eyes widen stepping away from Ms Marvel tapping her on the shoulder, "Have you ever seen anything like it?"
Rubbing her eyes she looks up mouth opening surprised at what stands before them at close to forty five ft tall! Yes it is none other than a massive pigeon! Moving forward it knocks both of them over using it's belly Flying off past them both.
"Now that was interesting, I'd hate to be dinner to that thing." Ms Marvel says.
Looking over her shoulder Ms Marvel moves out of the way of a punch delivered by Wonder woman which shatters a rock. Re positioning she kicks at Wonder Woman having it grabbed twisted and herself being thrown to the ground. Getting up Wonder Woman's fist catches Ms Marvel across the face, her hands dropping down to her sides with Wonder Woman connecting with a few right and left hooks. Spinning around she ends it with a round house kick watching Ms Marvel fall to the ground out cold! Being brought back to the dome the audiences are piercing! But some disappointed; behind Superman, Ms Marvel was the 2nd most betted on fighter!
"Winner and will be advancing to the final in bracket 2, Wonder Woman!"
For the most part she is applauded, even by those who may have betted against her. Sitting within the waiting room Spiderman does nothing but shake his head with Flash getting up from the table standing behind him.
"If that is not a butt woopen I don't know what is." Flash says.
Before either of them are able to say anything else Ironman walks over placing a hand on both individuals.
"I hope you both are ready, stay focused any of us could be in this next match with the amount of participants we're down to. By the way good when over Johnny Parker."
Walking off Tony doesn't say another word leaving the two in silence. Flash can see that Spidy doesn't want to talk so he just keeps his mouth shut; besides they should be thinking about their upcoming matches. Lifting up Ms Marvel; Wonder Woman exits out of the ring taking to the air waving to the cheering fans. Once out of sight and in the hallway she looks down to see another of her teammates landing in front of him.
"I'll be back soon, I'm going to take her back to the temple. If anyone asks you can just let them know."
Turning away from him she looks for the closes exit but is grabbed by her wrist before she is able to progress on.
"Diana can you tell me what it is Ms Marvel and Captain America were arguing about? She hasn't given the details to Superman or myself." Batman asks.
Looking back over at him she opens her mouth to speak but nothing comes out. She stands in place thinking back, realizing what this has to do with! So I guess she didn't tell anyone about her and Bucky; in fact she created a cover story for why..wait that brings up where did Ms Marvel spend the rest of the night? Feeling her heart drop once again Wonder Woman takes a deep breath.
"How would you know of that Bruce?" She asks very curious.
Studying her face he can see there is much more to the question than presents itself; her facial gives it away easily. Now it is him who thinks, realizing it comes back to what she saw some mornings ago.
"It's nothing you haven't figured out already, and yes she did spend the night in my room. But you need not worry, she and Superman took the two beds while I slept on the ground."
Now the pressure is back on her, what were the two arguing about? More like what lie will she have to come up with? Whatever it may be she better come up with it quick and it better be good, because this man here is one of the best at knowing when something is true or not. Throwing her head back she puts on a smirk winking at him. Raising an eyebrow behind the cowl he wonders what this means?
"I'll tell you later, I really should be getting her back to the temple."
Whistling she steps away from him causally walking off but stops in place smiling at the sound of his voice. Somehow she knew she wouldn't be getting off that easy. Looking back at him he approaches coming up behind her.
"Seriously when you get the chance I'd like to have a word with you alone."
Shaking her head she gives him the thumbs up leaving exiting the building.
Worlds Away
Sitting in class TJ Howard can't help but keep looking up at the clock wondering when class will get out. It has been a long day and sadly his attention span has degraded immensely. Tapping his pencil over the desks surface he scratches at his head not really paying any attention to what comes out of his teacher's mouth. Taking a few last notes the class is dismissed from class.
"You all have a great day now and don't forget to get your packets signed."
Once outside he sets down his skateboard, setting one foot on the board and uses the other to pick up speed. Soon after he steps a board cruising down the stairs; but just as he has done a few times before he runs into a school official! Trying to hold back a grin he gets up brushing himself off.
"Well if it isn't Mr. Howard; hand over the board son. You were warned last time if this happened again it would be confiscated again. But this time your mother will have to come pick it up for you."
"What are you kidding me?"
"I kid you not," The board is taken from him, "You're a good kid and I respect that, but you need to be a little more controlling when on this thing. Have a great rest of your day."
Shaking his head he watches the adult take part of his property back into the school. Just when he was finally feeling this crappy day was finally going to change for the better. Just as he turns he bumps into another student causing their books and a few papers to fall.
"Oh I'm so sorry Liz, I didn't know you were right behind me," Bending down he helps pick up her stuff, "So are you doing anything this weekend?"
Taking the stuff from his hands she smiles looking him in the eyes.
"Are you asking me to the dance?" Her smile grows.
"Well yeah sure..I mean I'm not doing anything so if you'd lik.."
He does not finish as she runs up to him wrapping her arms around him for a hug. Well I guess her answer is a yes! Great finally something is going his way, for a moment there he believed things would continue to go down hill.
"I guess I'll see you later than." She says breaking the hug.
Seeing as she walks off he looks around for another friend of his Tiaha, most the time the two of them walk home together given they live on the same street. Waiting near the front of the school she finally appears walking over to his side.
"Sorry it took me so long, but if you're ready we can go now."
Both step off school property heading home. Not even walking a block, a van pulls up next to them honking. Both stop in their tracks watching the driver pull down his window.
"Excuse me young lady are you Tiaha Daye?"
Shaking her head she informs him that it's indeed her.
"I'm glad I found you, your father instructed me to come pick you up. I'm a distant relative, and he says it would be great for you to meet some of your other aunts and uncles."
She doesn't speak just surprised with how random this is. Her father nor mother told her anything of this. Shrugging her shoulders she says goodbye to TJ stepping into the vehicle.
"Now you stay out of trouble young gun." The driver says to TJ.
Starting up the vehicle the two head up the street taking a left. Once again he is alone, but that is ok; because he's got a date for the biggest dance of the year. Well the first thing he's going to do when he gets home is start planning for what he'll wear and ask his mother to retrieve his skateboard from the school.
Within an apartment in the city of Gotham, there are two new individuals to the residence setting their things down closing the door behind them.
"Say Ivy how long will we be staying here? You have to believe the bird alerted Batman that we've escaped."
Sitting over on the edge of a bed Ivy sniffs at one of her flowers happy to find this rare brand which doesn't grow around in this city at all. Being out of Arkham and free sure does feel good, but they will have to keep a very low profile for now if it is going to stay that way.
"Don't you worry about Batman, my plants will have him for supper if he comes anywhere near us. As I said before if we lay low it shouldn't be a problem."
"I sure hope you're right red, he just seems to always find a way of figuring out everything."
Setting the plant down Ivy gets up onto the bed laying out on her back loving the softness of the pillows. Back in Arkham they had the worst scratchy material for everything involving furniture. Within another part of the city the one known as Deadpool still lurks around, for there is still one more object which needs to be collected. Wearing a long brown jacket over his ninja attire and matching hat he walks the foggy streets of Gotham with both hands in the pockets located on the coat. The weather doesn't bother him to much as it may some others, but he'd rather it be warm; but really who doesn't like it that way. Passing an alleyway he witnesses a man run right by a woman pulling her purse away from her fingers running in his direction.
"Wow what the hell," The man stops in front of Deadpool who blocks his path, "I'd say Halloween has past buddy, now if you'd excuse me."
Knowing guys like this he won't return the stolen property if asked; stepping up he karate chops him across the neck koing him. Falling over the man drops the purse, in which Deadpool picks up handing to the woman who approaches.
"Oh thank yo..well you're a weird one," She takes her purse from him looking over his attire, "Thanks again." Is all she can say walking past him.
Continuing he doesn't think much of her reaction knowing he has a lot to do; and the sooner he gets it done the quicker he can get out of this corrupt city. It seems every five minutes something bad happens in this place. Before entering into his short term residence he looks around before entering.
"Good to see you made it back in one piece," The last member of his group sits over in a chair reading a newspaper, "I tell you what this town is crazy, you've got to watch your back every second of the day."
Seriously Deadpool couldn't agree more, but he doesn't mind the dangers which come through his life. It actually serves as an energizer for a guy such as himself.
Worlds away
With the passing of another match the most anticipated fight has finally come! Yes it is the fastest man alive against the man of steel! Being called to the ring Flash is the one to zoom in while Superman just fly's in. Both wave at the audiences who cheer their loudest they ever have since this event began! Things are even being thrown from the stands!
"Sounds like they really like us Supes, lets give them a show. I'll try not to take you out to quickly so they'll enjoy it just that more."
"You got that right, but I wouldn't declare yourself victor so quick. I'm going to give you my best and I expect the same from you." Superman replies.
Just as the announcer is about to ask where they'd like to duke it out, Flash picks up speed running around not being able to be seen by the naked eye because of his acceleration. This action gets the crowd even more hyped. Completing a few circles around the ring he comes to a stop in front of the announcer.
"We'll decide this at the grassy meadow." Flash says.
Looking over at Superman the announcer can see he nods agreeing to the suggestion. Stepping out of the ring even the announcer is excited for this match up. The two power houses are sent to the destination with everything becoming quite because of the intensity.
"You know both of them very well, so who do you think has the edge?" Spiderman asks.
Scratching at his chin he gives the question some thought, these may be the most lethal members of the Justice League. The two of them have similarities but than they also have their own strengths which the other may lack in.
"Good question you got me there, I guess we'll just have to watch and see. But what I can say is this will make for a good show." Green Lantern replies.
Arriving to the battle ground both can see the other because of the wide open grass land with not a tree in sight. Superman floats above glancing down on Flash enjoying the moment he zooms down out of the air punching at flash who is knocked 100 yards the other way. Just as Superman fully sets his boots down to the ground Flash is back over to him in less than a second landing over 98 hits in just four seconds! Zooming at light speeds around Superman he takes away his air ending it with a powerful uppercut which sends the man of steel over 100 +ft up into the air! The audiences are on their feet, flabbergasted by what they're seeing!
"Wow what power and strength, these guys are in an entire different league than the rest of us." Spidy says being just as surprised as everyone else.
He'd never seen either of the two in action not holding back, so this really is a treat. He can hardly believe the speed of them both, he'd never seen anything quite at this level.
"Unexpected isn't it, but once you've worked with them as long as I you grow accustomed to it."
Turning to look over the back of his shoulder he can see Wonder Woman standing behind him. After dropping Ms Marvel back at the temple she has returned.
"Yeah I guess you are right, now I can see why back on earth; I mean your earth..I mean our earth since they are combined, why these two are so idolized."
Him trying to explain himself makes her chuckle, he's got an easy personality that almost anyone can open up to him because of it. Watching together the fight rages on with 10 minutes turning to over an hour. Back in the meadows Supes charges back down punching into the ground causing much of the surrounding area to tremble but has no luck knocking Flash off balance. Dashing over the speedster Elbows, kneeing, and landing twenty eight punches in 2 seconds knocking Supes over. Standing on one knee Kal shoots out laser beams from his eyes but does not connect; Flash dodging each of his attempts.
"Come on Supes you're going to have to do better than that."
Speeding over to punch him yet again Superman manages to grab both his wrists smashing his face into his. Falling off balance Flash is unable to do a thing as Superman grabs him by the neck punching him half a mile in the other direction. Tumbling and spinning falling to the ground. While down he takes one moment to sniff the grass grinning and getting up. At top speed he is back to Superman in no time knife handing him across the neck and using the palm of his hand connecting with Superman's chin. The man of steel falls again, but gets back up. Many sitting within the dome have their fingers crossed, some wondering if this match will ever end. The uniform on both fighters has been damaged, and both possess bruises of their own. Jumping forward Supes wraps his arms around Flash flying them both high into the air.
"Wow what a battle, and we're going to defeat these two how?" Shang Tsung asks now beginning to question Pythena.
She just grins savoring the moment, hopefully now they've finally got a look at what true power really is. Zooming back down out of the air he smashes them both into the turf below creating a huge explosion on impact. Diana puts a hand to her heart, what in the world are the two of them doing; it's just a tournament. Feeling a hand rest on her shoulder she jumps a bit.
"It's all about ego now, neither of them will quit until the other is unable to continue. Just relax it should be over soon."
Turning she looks Batman in the eyes/lenses knowing he is exactly right. But for what? To try and prove who is the best/true peoples champion? Men, they're so darn stubborn sometimes; but hey she and all women can't live without them vise versa. As soon as the smoke clears some hearts drop while others stand cheering! Superman stands while Flash lies unconscious! It is then that the two of them are brought back to the dome to a roaring crowd!
"Winner and will be advancing to the next round..Superman!" The announcer tells.
Coming from out of nowhere is Spiderman along with GL. Spidy steps next to Supes lifting his arm over his shoulder helping him out of the ring while Green Lantern picks up Flash. The audiences still cheer as they exit out of sight.
Worlds Away
Sitting within his room TJ finishes up his homework putting everything away into his bag. Looking up at the clock it reads 10:45 PM. Turning on the T.V. he sits back on his bed relaxing, not being very tired he decides a little T.V. could help.
"Breaking news a student known as Tiaha Daye, never made it home; she was last seen leaving school, and if anyone has any information on her whereabouts whatsoever please call this number."
Tj's heart jumps; that man she had entered into the vehicle with, who was he? Obviously not who he said he was, and how did he know her name? Wait a minute maybe he should just calm down a bit, after all she hasn't been gone 24 hours yet; so he'll just wait till morning. But than again every second counts in these situations. Getting up out of bed he Turns off his TV getting into his shoes and a jacket. Making sure his parents are asleep he slips out the front door quietly. Walking across the street and two houses over he rings the door bell. Standing for a few moments it is in fact a police officer who opens the door.
"How can we help you kid?"
"Let's just say I was the last one who was with Tiaha, and I think I know who may have her."
The boy is immediately invited in being escorted to the living room where the parents of Tiaha and another police officer sit.
"Hello Mr. and misses Daye, I've got some info that you might all want to hear."
Taking a seat across from them he starts from when school got out up to the point where this man drove up next to them claiming he was a family member of hers. It is at this point where the mother begins sobbing, confirming they never told anyone to pick her up. This also scares TJ inside, just the thought of what his friend could be going through! His hands begin to tremble, but he isn't sure why.
"Can you tell us what this guy looked like, and what he was wearing?" One of the police asks pulling out a notepad.
TJ gives the question some thought before answering thinking hard.
"Yes I remember he was wearing shades and had orangish, redish or burgundy colored hair. His clothing was causal, and for the most part he seemed like a pretty cool guy."
TJ sits around continuing to answer as many questions as he can, whatever will help bring his friend back home to her parents alive is all he wants.
To Be Continue