The Eye of Ages
"Why the hell didn't we get this thing when we were up here in Tibet the first time?" Mystique snapped as she and Rogue followed Mesmero.
"We didn't have the two keys to open the chamber then," Mesmero said as if he was speaking to a small child. "Here we are. We must hurry, the X-Men will soon be here along with Magneto."
"He is of little importance," A tall figure floated behind him. "Open the gate."
"As you command Lord Apocalypse," Mesmero nodded. He used the key to open the first door. "And now to open the second door, Mystique."
"Me? What about Rogue?" Mystique asked.
"Your DNA is more suitable for this task," Apocalypse said simply. "All you have to do is go through there," He pointed to a small hole. "Place your hand on the disk before you and hold it there."
"All right," Mystique nodded. She changed into a snake and soon found herself in a huge room. She changed back into herself and saw the disk. She placed her hand on the disk, which lit up the room. Suddenly the room was bathed in light. The earth spun around her wildly. She felt herself stiffening as some force pulled her towards oblivion.
She didn't even have time to scream.
