The Celestial Nova and the Dark Cruiser were currently seen flying through Lanes between, heading to whichever world the road takes them.

"Hmm." Anna said. "Whoa." she said uploading a holo image of an Earth in the Hero Universe, as she detected a powerful energy signature coming from it.

"I know it's a little too late to be questioning the logistics of this sortie, but why exactly have these guys decided to come along with us?" Atro asked.

"I know it seems strange Atro, but this is an excellent opportunity to work alongside another group outside of David and the others." Miriam said. "Besides, Al and I owe them for helping us on a previous mission in an alternate version of the Hero Universe."

"Ah yes, that whole thing with Thanos and the Infinity Stones. Honestly thought things were gonna go to a head with that Uzaki chick." Captain Cold said.

"Pretty sure things would have if Black Panther didn't stop us. We haven't exactly had an impressionable first encounter, if you all remember." Cheetah said.

"Ooh yeah." Al said, recalling what happened in the Mushroom Kingdom. "But hey that's all in the past now. And look at you now, slowly working your way up to show people you're a good person one step at a time."

"She may be, but the same can't be said for her other counterparts. But that's exactly why we're here." Zenji said.

"Yeah." Simon said. "I mean it's a little weird but good to see all members of SEALED together despite being from alternate realities."

"Himeno and the others are in good hands with him, don't you worry." Toya said.

"Yeah, I mean, Zacian is there too to keep his head straight, so we're not too worried." Zamazenta said. "I mean, sure it makes it seem like there's more than a rivalry keeping these two groups connected, but I think that's the magic that makes them work so well."

"Funny that you're the one that says that, Zamazenta." Jade said.

"How so?" Zamazenta asked.

"Because you seem to be hiding your feelings for Zacian." Jade said.

"Wh-what?! What are you talking about?" Zamazenta asked.

"Well it's kinda obvious, you two are pretty close with each other." Luke said.

"The more we think about it, the more we see that you choosing David and Cheetah as your champions is no mere coincidence." Agito said.

"Indeed, it's quite a sibling bond you both have." Jade said.

"I suppose so. It's been 1000 years since that time, after all. So, yeah, you can say we know each other pretty well." Zamazenta said.

"It's nice to see an older sibling caring about his younger one." Tear said before she looked down in thought.

"Tear… You're thinking about Van, aren't you?" Luke asked.

"It's been so long since we've stopped him on Eldrant and saved Lorelai. Even though what he did was wrong, he was still my brother." Tear said.

"I know. He taught me swordplay, so I can understand how you feel. I didn't want things to end the way they did either, but… Van made his choice, and we made ours." Luke said.

"In the end, all you can do is walk your chosen path, with those closest to you in your hearts. Is that what you were going to say, Luke?" Jessica asked.

"Yeah...I guess it was." Luke said.

"In any case, we're closing in. We better be ready to touch down." Guy said.

"Yes, preparing for descent." Anna said.

The two ships then slowly touched down as the groups exited the ship to find themselves in an area littered with parts of destroyed ships.

"What's goin' on 'ere? This place doesn't bode well." Yangus said.

"It's weird...I'm detecting small old traces of an EMP pulse in this area." Mari said before several large bug creatures popped out of the ground.

"Watch out! Those bugs look hostile." Poison Ivy said.

"Those bugs… They're not normal insects." Cheetah said.

"What do you mean?" Lei asked.

"There is talk about a mutant in this sector so powerful that he rivals even Darkseid." Cheetah said.

"You don't mean…" Spade said in shock.

"Yes… These creatures are controlled by Apocalypse." Cheetah said.

"The very first mutant...seems like we've stumbled onto something big." Spade said before noticing a girl being carried off by similar creatures. "And it looks like more of these things are kidnapping someone."

"Curses! We must clear these enemies out, quickly!" George said.

"I forgot the bug spray at home, guess this'll have to do." Lei said, pulling out her combat knife and slicing through one.

Cheetah wasted no time in slicing the bugs in her sight while Zamazenta engages another in a full frontal assault.

"Cross Cut!" Duran called, slicing one vertically then horizontally, leaving a glowing red cross on its patch. "I think that's the last one. We'd better hurry and help that girl."

The group quickly followed after the bugs that kidnapped the girl before quickly subduing them and then checking on the girl.

"Are you hurt? It's alright now." Riesz said.

"I think so...Ooh, my head." the girl said as she slowly sat up. "Who are you guys?" she said looking up to show a pink diamond tattoo on her forehead and pupilless eyes.

"We're just a few bands of passing travelers. I'm Barbara Minerva, though I'm better known as Cheetah. I'm the leader of Reformed Society. This one is Ace Neptune, leader of Spirit Force." Cheetah said.

"Really? I've heard about you guys, you were amazing in those Olympic Games. My name's Blink." The girl said. "I'm a mutant with the ability to teleport."

"Mutants?" Agito asked.

"They are humanoids that develop their powers as they live their lives. They have been known to be ostracized in this sector's society." Cheetah said.

"All because they have powers?" Ajna asked.

"Yes. Normal people tend to be judgmental towards them out of fear and envy." Cheetah said. "No one knows where their hatred for mutants started, but they treat metahumans with fear, hatred and envy."

"Yeah, that's why a lot of us live here on Genosha." Blink said. "It's a safe haven for us, or it was until Apocalypse attacked. Mr. Creed snuck in to rescue me but one of Apocalypse's soldiers knocked me out when I was about to warp us away and that's the last thing I remember until you all showed up."

"Damn, so this was happening for a while, huh? Seems like we came at a very bad time." Zenji said.

"Actually, you all came at just the right time." A voice said in both groups' heads.

"(This voice… It's just like Yoko's telepathy.)" Sojiro thought.

"(He's speaking into our minds. Is that you, Professor X?)" Cheetah asked.

"That is correct, My name is Professor Charles Xavier, leader of the X-Men." The man said. "I would like to thank you all personally for rescuing Blink, I will guide you all to Sanctuary, it's where we've set up camp."

"(We would appreciate it. Thank you.)" Riesz said.