Note: this is the end. Though might break into two parts, since I might make it really long.
The energy continues to surround her; as the person walks around the sphere. "Has there been any change?" "Nay." Their hand presses against the barrier at Thor's response. "Though with Tony, Dr. Richards and Lady Pryde's help she has recovered for the most part. That the barrier is more to keep her intact. It was only due to the Phoenix using her that prevented her body from collapsing in on itself into nothingness. Her state is equivalent to a coma.
The bridge Katya and the others had been hoping to create has been fruitless thus far. His hand is grasped. "Maybe I, Strange and William could help with this. But we would need The Phoenix and one of the best telepaths to reach her." His hand closes over hers, silently appreciating the support she is offering. "Thank you, Wanda." "Of course, she is my sister after all. I will be back as soon as I can, Clarice?!" The gateway appears as she steps through before vanishing. Blink looks on wordlessly at Thor's continued presence with the others have come and gone.
Standing half in the machines while the rest of her is covered by the system; she reaches out pulling a wire forward. "I think I finally got it." "Kitty?!" Tony says. "I am going to need both Jeans to come over here; as well as Lorna. Reed would be a great help again also." Tony leaves to pull each of the others from their locations.
"Kitty, you did it?!" "Not just I Jean. Reed and Tony were a big help. We all know Rachel would hate being stuck in an android system. It is more than enough she isn't going to be really appreciative that we are bringing her back in a sense, when she isn't ready to. This will definitely make it easier for her to transfer back to her body when she is ready. And being stuck in an android system would just making doing so harder."
"If you could spell it out more in layman's terms, Kitty?" "It means Lorna that this system will never have a truly tangible form. The main reason is so that it will be really easy for her to transfer back to her body." "But how are you going to get her consciousness into it?" "That is where the Jeans', William, Strange, Wanda and you will come in." "But why me? I have no telepathy nor mystical powers. Nor am I a genius like Reed, Tony or you." "No. But your ability will make sure she stays stabilized during the process. The shield will do the rest; keeping her body preserved. We can begin now."
Blinking, she looks around with a blank expression. "Where am I? She asks reaching out only for her hand to go through the person standing next to her. "Am I dead?" "No, Rachel. Your body is still healing; and we have created a semi-permanent vessel for you during that time. "But I don't feel anything. Yet I know I am supposed to?!" "You are much like us; Vision and I still exist even when we are intangible. It would make the process for you so much easier when you feel you are ready to go back to your body." Kitty tells her. She turns to The Phoenix, "you saved me. You weren't supposed to."
"You really can't any of us expect to sit by as you sacrifice yourself so willingly." Remaining silent for a moment. "Take me to them." She lets the thought broadcast to the omnipotent being. The flames engulf them as they are all transported back to the third planet from the sun.
(scene change)
He is the first to notice her; disrupting the congregation. Moving forward, the others look to see her hovering a few feet above the ground with Reed, Kitty, Tony, Clarice, William, Wanda, Strange, Lorna and The Phoenix behind her. Nightcrawler embraces The Phoenix. "Are you okay?" "I am fine, my love." "And the baby?" "They are fine." She says as she lays her hand on her stomach. Rachel turns at this, "you are pregnant?!" "Yes. After taking your form when we all thought you dead the first time. I thought living in your honor was the best thing. I supported Kurt as a friend after your niece broke up with him. And before we realized our feelings for each other became apparent. Thanks to you, I now know what it is like to be human. Sure, Jean helped me a lot with this. But it was you that showed me how to control my emotions." Rachel looks on, "is it a boy or girl?" "I am keeping it a secret, in order to surprise him."
"Rachel?!" He is laying face ground as him trying to embrace her fails. One of the brothers helps him up. "What is this?" "A Memoriam." "Memoriam, but I am not dead?" "No. But this isn't the first time you have sacrificed yourself. And we don't know when you will return to us this time?!" "I see." She looks at all the heroes imaginable gathered. Those closest to her are the first to congregate near her; as she slowly moves forward to the stage.
Upon reaching the podium, "as you can see all of this is unnecessary; though I greatly appreciate it. Not breaking eye contact with them, from where they have remained rooted; "I have learned a lot from my reality to this one. And as dangerous as the Phoenix has come to be perceived, it has also taught me that every being deserves a chance. My sacrifices were never meant to hurt you; though I know they did. As long as it kept all of you safe, I was more than fine with it. So much has changed now; and while my body may still be in Asgard; I have decided to continue serving the new role that has been given to me. I am leaving earth; and I don't know if I will return, if I ever do." She says matter of factly.
Rachel Grey and the others appear in front of her. Though, Ted and William remain on the fringe of the group, along with Gabriel. "Rachel, why?! Please, let us go with you?!" "Alex, no. You have a family now. "Though, you can, Johnny if you want; it would definitely make being near Sky easier." "I would, but I can't leave my family." "I am sorry it didn't work out with Lyja." "Yeah, well finding out who my soulmate really was, didn't help matters either." "All of you have families now. And to the rest of you, I am entrusting you to keep an eye on them."
The Wonder Man moves forward, "would you let me be the exception?! There is nothing for me here now. She is never going to love me the way I do here, why?!" "Very well. And as much as I care about her, Wanda is a fool in that regard." "When did you become so cold, Rachel? You have never been like this before?!" The link is abruptly broken; as Rachel turns to the side. Making her way to her intended audience this time; hovering feet away from them.
"I have never been the best older sister where you were concerned; just like I hadn't with Alexander at first, Gabriel. "And while I may not be able to feel much emotion wise, I would like to make amends now. And work on our relationship, if you are willing still?! I know Kobik made a more than compelling argument to get you here." "Very well, I would like that." Pryde materializes through the stage in front of her, "Katya, thank you. You are one of the ones that readily accepted me when I came here. Thank you for always being there for her." The tears fall down Kitty's face; "If you will allow it, I have the team picked out that will accompany me; if it is only by your leave?!" Ted nods. "Well, we are going to need a bigger ship, what's say you, father?!" Christopher responds with a smile. "MOM, WAIT?! I…" "If anyone should apologize, Sean, it should be me. You had every right to be angry with me; after my decision cost Norwegian and Valhalla."
Korvus, Kobik, Gabriel, Ted and William get closer to her and the Starjammers. "My belle, we would like to come as well." Her only indication of acknowledgment is to turn and share a glance with The Phoenix. Remy's hand tightens on Anna's hand, taking the response appropriately; having known Rachel more than long enough to what she has just told him. "Major Summers, if you would as to be so kind to show them to the ship. I will be there momentarily. Kobik, Ted and William stay; there is something that must be discussed first."
The Phoenix approaches with Kurt right behind her, just as the ship takes off, leaving Earth's atmosphere. The audience brought back to Rachel's attention. Letting her thoughts and memories slowly sweep over all of them. Picking up a small group's thoughts; "we are outcasts, even among these heroes." "You are more than welcome. Clint, Bobbi, thank you for taking a chance on them." Just as the primordial woman lands in front of her, with the portly woman behind her. "Even if I do return, I still want to say thank you for all that all of you have given me." Is the last thought, Rachel sends out to Earth's heroes, mighty or not before she is gone as if she never existed?!
Looking around he sees William, Kobik, Phoenix S. Wagner and Rachel within his proximity. "Rachel, what are we doing here?!" "I heard your wish and desire." She turns just as a figure moves away from the shadows. Barely turning her head, "hello, Mar-vell." Altman and Wiccan turn to look at the man as he becomes more tangible to their eyes. The Phoenix, Kurt and Kobik remaining silent next to each other. "Why am I here? I was at peace." "And so, to shall you again, but there is someone who has been waiting a long time to meet you." She says as she takes William's other side.
"Don't tarry too long, Ted." He sees that each has turned their head to the side; giving the best semblance of privacy they can. While giving him a slight shove, as he continues to remain immobile. "He is your son, Captain Mar-vell." The Kree shifts his focus from her to the young man in front of him at the woman's words. Ted's appearance that of uncertainty and timidity. "This is really unlike you." "But he's my father, I…" "He is still a person. It will be fine."
The elder stands in front of the sovereign. "What is your name?" "Dorrek the VIII, but I prefer Teddy Altman." "If your hue is anything to go by, you are Anelle's. And since she isn't here, I take it she perished as well." "Yes, Galactus was laying waste to our home planet. But not before my grandmother sacrificed her in order to survive and I was taken by my mother's handmaiden to be raised. The one that I knew as my mom tried to contact you; but never got through…" The hand rests on Ted's shoulder as the rest is left unspoken.
"I may regret that. Never being able to raise and meet you earlier. But if your wardrobe is any indication, you have turned into a man any good father would proud to be called son. And clearly, those you care about helped you on this journey that I missed." He tells Ted, never losing sight of his son while indicating the ones standing in the distance. "It is good. The Kree and Skrulls have always hated each other.
As well as the Skrulls hating the human race; keep on this path. Your grandmother may be right about it being a pipe dream. But strive for it nonetheless, her way hasn't been any better. Leaving nothing but destruction in its wake. It should be time for a new way. And I am glad you are the one trying to make this happen."
The anguish cuts through him and evident in his expression, knowing this moment is about to end. "Wait?!" Reaching out he is able to grasp, his father's hand in his; before closing tightly around it. A sad smile gracing his father's face. "I wish we had, had more time as well. I already told you I am proud of you. Know that no matter where I go now, and as cliché as it may sound, I will always be watching over you. Keep on your path, surrounding yourself with your loved ones; and you will be fine."
He is embraced from behind as the last of Mar-vell returns to the nothingness he had been for so long. The sobs wracking through him as the hold tightens. Appearing by his side, "Teddy?" He looks down to see Kobik there. "Ted." Rachel is now standing by his side, putting her arm around Kobik's shoulder. Kurt and Phoenix standing on his other side. "Kurt, William, Kobik, why don't you help him to the ship?!"
Laying her hands on her stomach, before turning away. "So, this is how it ends?!" "For now, it is time they lived their lives away from the drama I wind up bringing. And you too, deserve the same." Rachel replies. "You know that some, especially the Shi'ar won't let such peace exist for us, myself." "Maybe, but with me wandering the cosmos, it will make things a little more difficult for them. We have been bonded so long and so well, that you are me. And I am you at this point. And since you technically still need a vessel, I will once again paint the target on my back."
"That is really weird considering you can't feel much of anything in your current state." "True, but doesn't mean that I don't recall how I care about them and what I have been willing to sacrifice for them, you." "I can fix that you know?!" "I will be fine." A miniature version of The Phoenix appears. "Well, at least, let it accompany you. Otherwise, you would no doubt continue to drift into space without any anchor." Rachel nods, "hello. I will call you Brimstone." Letting its talon grip her shoulder, the mythological deity cries out.
A smile accompanied with sadness appear on The Phoenix's appearance. "You have no reason to be sad. You for once have so much love and happiness around you." "I never would have been unable to do it without you or Jean. Through you two, you especially, I now know what it means to truly be human." "Good. Never lose sight of that; and your control will be fine. Be happy. And keep protecting them in my stead. I am glad Kurt has finally found happiness, especially after my dear niece rejected him in the end." Keeping her distance, "I guess this is good-bye." The Phoenix latches on before pulling Rachel to her. Their heads cradles on the border of their shoulders and chests. "I…" The Phoenix starts. "I know. Thank you." The Phoenix grips her arms before pushing her slightly away from her form. "Don't run from him any longer. You too, deserve the bliss that I have found." Rachel nods her head; gravitating away from her doppelganger; making her way to The Starjammers ship.
Seeing Kurt standing by Kobik, "how is he?" "Teddy is fine. He and William are in their room. The others are waiting for you, their next move." "Thank you, Kurt. Your wife is waiting to take you home. Be happy, you more than deserve it." "Mein gott, Rachel, surely…"!" "I am glad looking at me has never caused you pain. I know my niece hurt you greatly. But you finally have that chance and opportunity that has evaded you for so long. Don't let anything or anyone interfere with that; and I am sorry about Talia." "Kobik, come on." "Oh, but Rachel?!" The Summers keeps moving forward without looking back. Kobik steals another look at the BAMF elf before following in Rachel's suit. The hatch closing behind them as the engines are ignited; before the ship rockets once more into the cosmos.
His tail swishes as he watches helplessly as one of his dearest friends leaves his life, with the great possibility to never return this time. "Kurt, love?!" Phoenix R.S. Wagner puts her arm around his mid-section. "I know it hurts. But even in the lack of her emotional state, she would never want us to be sad. Or squander the choices she has made to keep us safe and whole. We not only owe it to her, but our friends and this one that is going to grace us with its appearance soon. And we still haven't decided on a name."
"Being a hero is sometimes the worst. Why did she always take it upon herself?" "Even the other times, she has left us behind. And the sorrow that would accompany her sacrifices for our sakes; you know that she never saw it that way, as long as we were safe." "The greatest of the heroes." "Maybe. Come, my love. Let us return home and not diminish all that she has given up again. All that he gave up." She looks to the grave that houses the first Captain Marvel; before her gaze focusing once more on the stars surrounding the third planet from the sun. "Thank you, Phoenix, for giving me the chance to meet my son."
