Through the Times
Disclaimer:
Nanatsu no Taizai is owned by Nakaba Suzuki and Studio Deen
Doctor Strange (2016 MCU film) is owned by Marvel Studios and Walt Disney Pictures
Okay…in spite of the lockdown imposed on my country due to the corona virus, I managed to finish this chapter ahead of the DEADLINE that I set…this is supposed to be up by next month, but decided to upload it now (along with the other fanfics I managed to finish) in anticipation that I might have difficulties in uploading future chapters in case the lockdown in my country extends, so for now enjoy this finished, if rushed, chapter…
Many thanks to those who read and reviewed this fic. I really appreciated it and this gave me inspiration to work on the next chapter and here, the story advances as Meliodas begins to adjust to his new environment and try to get used to living in a MODERN WORLD while coming to terms of what happened to his life…
And now…something UNEXPECTED will happen later on…
Well then, read on and enjoy!
Ch. 5: Tekiō
As Meliodas glanced at the ground, he felt dejected as he realized that Liz has died, and asked if Fraudrin is dead, which Strange said he is, due to Mordo defeating him, and began to escort a dejected Meliodas back to the Sanctum, and upon arriving, he tells Wong to give Meliodas some clothes and food, stating that once he has calmed down a bit, there will be no problem, and instructs Wong to tell the other students that there will be no fighting here.
"And that's what they will do."
"Yes, Strange."
"Make sure each of them get the instructions. Got that, Wong?"
"Yes."
"Good."
"What about him?"
"Give him something to wear and escort him to a gust room."
"At once, Strange."
Wong nodded and escorted Meliodas to a room, and gave him clothes to wear, and Meliodas asked if Strange meant what he said about willing to help him, which Wong nodded, saying that Strange was a surgeon before, and thus he is compelled to help those in need.
"A…doctor…?"
"Yes. he used to treat people before he turn to learning sorcery."
"I…"
"I know…you are in shock. Strange and I will explain to you what happened. You just need to relax and calm down."
"Sorry…I guess I was…"
"It's okay."
"Can you…"
"Of course."
-x-
Later that night, at a guest room, Meliodas is laying on bed, staring at the ceiling as he couldn't seem to get some sleep after all that has happened, especially after being told by Strange about where he is, and what happened at his own dimension of Britannia, as well as being stuck here in MODERN Earth for the time being, though he is promised that Strange will help him get back to his home world.
Meliodas wondered what would become of Danafor now that he is stuck here in this strange dimension called modern-day Britannia, which is called Scotland. He is still bewildered at seeing things he is not familiar with, like buildings and cars. He even became a bit alarmed upon seeing airplanes and helicopters flying.
Stressed at all that came into his head, he got up and left the guest room, and went to the open area to get some air. He stared at the skies which was still nightfall though he can see the bright moon and stars, and wondered if he would be okay here.
By then he is joined by someone, who turn out to be Doctor Strange. Strange saw Meliodas and decided to keep him company sensing that he still needed time to get used to a world that he came in by accident, and to raise his spirits after being told earlier about his ordeals.
"Couldn't sleep?"
"Sort of."
"I guess you have a lot in your mind."
"Yeah, everything happened so fast."
"I know the feeling."
"Actually, it's more than that. I've been cursed. For a long time."
"Really?"
"Yes."
Strange listens as Meliodas tells Strange his ordeals, as well as his origin, which made the sorcerer supreme listen attentively, seeing that Meliodas is not really a bad being, and can sense a gentle soul within, and he tells him that while he will come up with a way to send him back to his home dimension of Britannia, Meliodas will be a guest here as well as become a student, as he would teach him types of magic, as well as to help adjust the way of living here.
Meliodas responded that he might take a bit long to get used to this world, but Strange said things cannot be rushed and yet he is confident that Meliodas would get accustomed in living him this world in due time, and assured to him that he won't be rushed into getting used to live here, saying that everyone deserves patience and understanding.
"So that's how it will be."
"…"
"Of course it would take time for you to get used to living in this world."
"I…"
"But we'll be patient. In time you'll get used to living here on our world, and there you can blend well with society until we figure out a way to get you back your home world."
"I…see…"
"So are you amendable to that?"
"I suppose…"
After some more minutes, both Strange and Meliodas came to an understanding, and agreed to help each other out, and went back inside the Sanctum to get some rest, as the time now is 01:00.
-x-
The next day, Meliodas is accompanied by Wong as they are instructed to go to a convenience store to buy food and supplies, and while walking, he stared in curiosity as he saw several motorcycles passing by, and wondered what kind of WAGONS they are, seeing that the wheels are placed on one line instead of sideways.
Wong smiled a bit seeing that Meliodas has a lot to learn, and by then Meliodas saw a motorcycle with a sidecar, which its headlight shone brightly, and he mistook it for a STRANGE animal, which Wong snickered a bit and tells him that what he saw are just vehicles like modern versions of wagons, and that there are no animals involved.
Meliodas became more confused after being told, and admitted that it might take some time for him to digest what he is being told about, and Wong said there is no need to rush our things, assuring that he has all the time to learn about everything in this world.
"Looks like you have a lot to learn, Meliodas."
"…"
"There's no need to rush. You have all the time to adjust and learn."
"I guess. Everything is still new to me."
"I understand."
"Well, we should get going."
"Yeah."
"Okay…"
Soon they came across the convenience store and Meliodas is given a basket and is instructed to hold it while Wong takes the items they are assigned to buy, and after that they went to the cashier to pay the items, and while paying, Meliodas stared at the cash register machine, where its electronic voice spoke the amount paid and the change, and he stared at it, wondering if the machine is a DEMON or something, which made the cashier stare in bafflement.
Wong face-palmed and stealthily tells Meliodas that the cash register machine is just a device, and not a living thing, which made Meliodas ask if Wong is sure, which he is assured that it is and there is nothing to be alarmed about.
"Really, Mr. Wong?"
"Yes, really."
"…"
"There's nothing for you to worry."
"I see."
"Now then, let's finish our business here."
"Okay."
"Good."
Wong then whispered to the cashier, apologizing as he said that Meliodas grew up at the country side and has no knowledge about technology and the like, which the cashier nodded, believing what Wong said, thus covering the fact that Meliodas is from another dimension, which would prevent any complications that might arise.
"Really?"
"Yes. it's his first time here in the city."
"I see. He sure is an odd one."
"My apologies."
"It's okay."
"Thank you."
"Here is your change."
"Thank you."
After that, Wong led Meliodas out of the store and head for another store to buy more supplies, and while walking, a bus passed by them and honked its horn, due to the driver pushing the button, and Meliodas was startled by it and asked what kind of animal is that making such a loud roar, and Wong had to come up with a way to simplify in explaining about the bus and its honking.
After managing to explain it, Meliodas went silent as the two are walking the streets where they passed by an appliance store, where several TV units are on display, which showed various programs, and Meliodas stared in awe and curiosity, as he never seen such devices before, and asked Wong what are they, in which Wong had to explain it in a simple way, seeing that explaining the function of a television would be too technical and difficult to explain in detail.
"That's it, Mr. Wong?"
"Yes."
"I guess that's one thing I might have difficulty in understanding…"
"Oh it's alright."
"…"
"Now then, shall we?"
"Okay."
"Good."
As the two walked Wong led Meliodas to a supermarket, and began to buy the supplies and items they are assigned to buy, and Meliodas was awed at seeing how huge the supermarket is, being that it is the first time he has seen one, and noted so many people are here flocking the place.
While shopping, Meliodas is looking for a certain item, and there Wong pointed which item to take, and as they are about to take that particular item, a rude shopper, a male biker, shoved Meliodas aside before taking the item, and as Meliodas glared, the rude biker asked if he has any complains, triggering a stand-off between the two, though Meliodas opted to stay silent and not get provoked.
"Got a problem, blond boy?"
"…"
"Are you looking for a fight?"
"…"
"Don't be shy. A Scotsman is always ready for a fight."
"…"
"Are you bloody scared, brat?"
"…"
Wong held Meliodas and urged him to ignore him, saying that the biker is not worth the bother, which Meliodas nodded, but the biker seemed to be quite a bully and attempted to provoke Wong into getting into a fight, but Wong refused to be baited and tells the biker to get on his way and leave him and Meliodas alone.
But the biker wouldn't and went far as shoving Wong, which Meliodas physically grappled the biker by twisting his arm and the biker yelp in pain, and there Meliodas gives the biker an ultimatum: leave in peace or risk breaking his arm, and already in pain, the biker said he will leave them alone just as long as he is released unharmed.
"So, are you willing or would I have to…"
"AAAIIIEEE! I GET IT! I GET IT!"
"So will you leave us alone?"
"I WILL! JUST LET GO OF MY ARM!"
"And promise that you'll stop bullying others?"
"I PROMISE! I PROMISE!"
"Good!"
"AAIIEEE!"
As the biker is released, he ran off crying like a bullied boy, and while Wong told Meliodas he didn't have to do that, he stated that he sure handled it well, which Meliodas said that he had to do what is needed, and soon the two bought the items and leaves the supermarket, where they walked the sidewalk and are on their way back to the Sanctum (still in Glasgow branch of Scotland), where they expect that Doctor Strange would greet them.
As they passed by the appliance store again, both Wong and Meliodas happened to saw a live news report about an attack that is taking place near where they are standing, which showed that the villain, Doctor Doom, is causing a ruckus, which Meliodas took note of Doom's armored appearance and asked if Doom is a knight, which Wong said that Doom is not, but a megalomaniac who is using technology to cause terrorism and the such.
"Really, Mr. Wong?"
"Yes. really."
"But…his armor made him look like one…"
"There are things you need to learn, Meliodas. But right now we need to get back to the Sanctum. I have a feeling that things would get nasty here."
"Are you sure we shouldn't try to stop that person?"
"For now…no."
"I suppose…look out!"
"Whoa!"
Suddenly, a wrecked car flew and nearly hit them, and both Wong and Meliodas saw who did this, as Doctor Doom appeared, flying as he is causing a bit of a commotion, where he demanded that the Fantastic Four show up, or else he would cause more damage around here.
"Come on out! I wish to confront you. I know you and your friends are here vacationing…Reed Richards."
To Be Continued...
Hope you liked this chapter, as Meliodas is given an attempt to get used to living in modern Scotland, and while he has a lot to learn, he surprising handled it well.…
A surprise appeared at the end of this chapter, as another Marvel character appeared, which turns out to be Doctor Doom. This character is based on the 2005 film that is portrayed by Julian McMahon, and I prefer the 2005 Fantastic Four film over the 2015 reboot film, which is an insult to the fans of the series. Looks like Meliodas is about to get embroiled in this caper…
Preview:
Meliodas is dragged in a mess as Doctor Doom attempted to provoke him, prompting Doctor Strange to intervene…resulting in a rather huge mess…
See you in six weeks (probably around late April)…
Reviews are welcomed, but needed…