Omega Kid
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Chapter 55: Trouble x2
''Come on mate! You can do better than that!'' Was Alex's attempt at encouraging me to take better kicks against the goal, isn't he a great friend to have? After his first real game playing alongside Chloe, he took every chance he could find to improve his football skills, and anyone close by was forced to go along with him…and today, I was the victim. And while he was always up for playing, I on the other hand was still tired after my fight with Triple Terror and their ex, Screamer. I could barely stay on my feet the last few days, let alone kick a football. It wasn't that long ago I was in a coma…if these villains don't kill me, Alex will.
I turned to him as he retrieved the ball and placed it on the spot, ready to take his kick. ''You know school starts in half an hour!''
''I know, I know, we'll be fine. Like the school does anything anyway. Other schools would have kicked you out ages ago.''
''Lovely to hear,'' I replied sarcastically just as he kicked the ball, aiming it right for the top corner. Once again, it hits the back of the net, leaving him to cheer and run about the park like he's just won the World Cup…well to him, Chloe is the equivalent of that. Returning the ball to the spot, he looked ready for more until I stopped him. ''Whoa partner, seriously can we just head to school now before we're late!''
''Why are you so anxious?'' He asked me obviously frustrated with my impatient tone. ''School's only around the corner, we'll make it in no time.''
''I know but…'' I almost said the reason why I wanted to be in school quick, but managed to stop myself. However, the look Alex gave me meant he knew what I was so worried about.
''You're still not jealous of Tristan are you? I thought we were clear on that?''
''Still, you can tell the guy will use every tactic to steal Rachael. I just want to make sure I'm there and he doesn't try anything funny.''
Alex shook his head with a grin on his face. ''Even if he does try something, and I'm not saying he isn't going to. I think Rachael is a smart enough girl to know that he isn't right for her. She's with you, nothing to fear. I still think the only reason you're so bummed out about her old friend is you're still jealous of Jenna having a boyfriend!''
''What?'' I gasped trying to act like that's the silliest thing I've heard, but really it was pretty damn close to the truth. Sighing and rubbing my fingers through my hair, trying to get my anxiety out. ''I've never had anything good come my way before, so I'm not use to being jealous when it's threatened.''
''You're jealous! You're worried! You're emotional! Big wow! Everyone gets these feelings. I was jealous when I first heard that Chloe had a boyfriend, but I waited and now she's available. I was worried when I realised I became a nervous wreck every time I tried to chat with her. But I kept at it, and with Megan helping I got a chance. Just keep your head up, out of the fog and things will become more clearer!''
I had to admit it; I was taken back by his statement, even for him it was a pretty cool and nice thing to say. ''Where did you hear that?''
''You know one of those inspirational posters? I thought I'd use it!'' He smirked. ''Alright, let's make a move then. Got some last bit of revision to start on anyway before the summer exams!'' He finished up while placing the football in his bag, and we made our way to school.
Although, when I started re-thinking what he said, something came up that was lingering in the back of my mind. ''Hey Alex!'' I called out.
''What's up?''
I was now a bit hesitant to ask, but I had to make sure of it. ''Has Megan been fine? The last couple of weeks has she seemed upset to you?''
He thought about it for a second before shrugging his shoulders. ''She hasn't said anything…then again; Megan is the type that bottles up her feelings. Why is she alright?''
''You remember before the bridge attack, when Stella and I mentioned Megan?'' He nodded after a moment of remembering. ''See…before that, Megan came and talked with me in the counsellor room. She's…being bullied…homophobic bullying!''
''Oh man…'' He grunted. ''Why am I not surprised? Thomas, if she gave you names, don't tell me otherwise I'll stomp them to the group, if Stella hasn't done that already…''
''She hasn't told Stella,'' I cut in leaving him shocked. ''She's keeping it all to herself!''
''Why?''
I really shouldn't be going on about this anymore, it shouldn't be my business. But Megan is my friend; I need to know if something is hurting her and if I can do something about it. ''She's worried that if she tells her, Stella will try something. Stella's in the 'it' crowd, she won't get bullied, but Megan does. She's afraid that if she says something, then Stella will get bullied too!''
Alex looked like he wanted to say something, but was unsure of what words to use. I was too. And if Stella were to find out, this wouldn't sit well for either of them. She had told Megan her secret about being a superhero; if anything is kept between them it'll be very damaging to their relationship. ''So,'' Alex went on. ''What did you say to her?''
''That maybe Hood could help. He says he's been through this before!''
''Alright then, I feel bad now. She's helped me with my relationship problems, if I'd have known…'' Then he stopped all of a sudden and looked at me bug eyed. ''Hold on, Harry's…''
''Yep.''
''Huh? Didn't know that!'' He mumbled. Just as our conversation had finished, we had reached the street corner and were now in direct sight of Hallblock, and the front doors were packed with students all debating about something. It looked pretty intense from some of the looks of fright on their faces, especially Megan's as she noticed us and rushed over. ''What's going on?'' Alex asked. ''Please tell me the science teacher died!'' We both gave him a stern look. ''Sorry, too much.''
''What happened?'' I asked.
''It's all over the news, everyone's talking about it, its Toxin…'' The chills I still get down my spine every time I hear their name, and the freighting pulse I get around my arm, thinking about when I took a bullet there from them. ''They've been attacked!''
''What?'' Both Alex and I nearly yelled in disbelief. Even though Douglas was gone, and Toxin were rivalled by the increase in super villains, it would take a lot to attack them, we can talk from experience. ''Who attacked them?''
''No one knows! Police found one of their hideouts after calls of attacks going on in the area. When they got there, they found bodies mutilated, I feel sick just hearing about it. All that was recovered was a carving of the words A and H on the wall. Does that mean anything to you?''
We both shook our heads, I do recall ever coming across that before. I have a feeling we're going to find out though. With Megan here, and Toxin mentioned, it brought up another thing. ''Where's Stella?''
Megan's body tensed and coiled but she continued. ''When she heard about it she stayed at home. I'm going to head over and check on her, what about you guys?''
''Looks like we need to head to base!'' Alex said.
I agreed and reached into my pocket to see if I could reach Steph or Harry, when unlocking my phone I noticed I had at least five missed calls. One each from Steph and Harry, the other three from an unknown number…great, now Donavan has my phone number, just what I need. ''Seems that base wants us back. Let's go!''
Walking into the main room of our League base, I'm pretty sure I know how this will start. I won't say because it's so clear what is going to happen when Alex and I walk in with the others, except for Stella, already there and already in costume. I really should have bet money on it, because once we entered, Donavan was up to our faces in a flash. ''Where the hell have you two been?''
''Unless you've forgotten, I was attacked by four high tech villains not even a week ago. And that was not long after I was in a coma for days!'' I barked back at him, but it was no use, being a former Lieutenant Colonel he was use to back talk like mine. He walked away from me and over to his Shadow Men buddies.
I silently made my way over to Emeraldian. ''So what's going on? Is it about the Toxin attack?''
''I'm certain…and I think he knows who it was and what the initials mean!''
''And what a surprise he hasn't said anything to us about it!'' I said a bit more aggravated than I intended. I'm just getting sick of lies and secrecy nowadays.
''He was waiting for you and Alex! Where were you?'' She asked me.
Before I could answer Donavan's voice echoed throughout the room. ''I would like to know that too, but first we have serious business to talk about. Where the hell is Viper?''
''She can't make it today!'' Alex responded.
It was an answer he wasn't too happy to hear. ''And why the hell not?''
''She has a bad history with Toxin,'' I told him firmly. ''No more delays, just what are we up against?''
He looked like he wanted to smirk at me for standing up to him, but whatever was getting him bothered made sure the fear was strong enough to almost make him shiver. Even his Shadow Men were on edge, and that didn't do any favours with our confidence. ''Fine, you want to know. Toxin were attacked and obliterated by Attila and Hun!''
That explains the initials at the scene, however I wasn't concerned with that. ''Hold on, you mean two people took down a Toxin group?''
Donavan nodded. It took Alex, Steph and I to only handle a few of them before facing Marcus and Douglas. After that Hellrider and myself went up against quite a few and Marcus and barely came out of that alive. Already I did not like the sound of this as Donavan went on about what we were going to have to face. ''They are two of the world's most wanted assassins. Having trained in some of the most hostile Middle East countries, and being well known in the underworld for taking out some of the most sought after rival terrorist groups and corrupt politicians. They are powerful, brutal and deadly.''
''How come we've never heard of them?'' Hood asked.
''Because according to the world, they don't officially exist. No birth records, no relatives or DNA samples. No photos not even any artists impressions. The only evidence there is, are the initials they leave behind with every kill…and one survivor throughout their entire 25 years of terror. Unfortunately that survivor is presumed dead now, possibly from the memories of the madness those two left etched into his very skull.'' With every word coming out of his mouth, his eyes almost seem to redden and his grip on his eagle headed cane tighten to the point it looked like he was going to snap it.
And we weren't looking so good either, Big Bob looking ready to break down just from listening to this. If I hadn't already come across some insane people in my life, I'd be at critical point too, although I'm really scared now as it is. ''But wait,'' Snapshot interrupted. ''If these two are so sought after, why attack a gang like Toxin?''
I answered that. ''In practically a year, Toxin have become the UK's strongest gang. Although I have to agree, even they seem small game to this Attila and Hun, the way you describe them.''
''Unless you have the right employer!'' Emeraldian said.
''And I know who that is,'' Donavan followed up. ''Victor Crowsworth!''
''So let me sum this up,'' I said trying to understand all of this. ''The guy you are training us to fight, has hired two of the most dangerous killers in the world, just so he can take out a gang? Just what is he planning?''
He didn't answer my question right away; instead he paced around a bit, trying to formulate a plan probably. ''I never thought he'd actually call upon them…we must find a Toxin base, over take it and wait for those two…''
''What?'' I stopped him as if he had gone mad. He now wants us to go find Toxin and pick a fight with them?
Emeraldian was now standing up for us, being a co-leader of sorts; she knows when a plan is not going to work. ''With all due respect sir, they've fought Toxin before and barely made it out alive, how do you propose we overpower Toxin?''
''Well if I remember correctly during your little seminars, Viper mentioned she had a past connection with Toxin!''
There seemed to be a cold wind in the room, all of us getting the sudden shock of what Donavan was suggesting. Never before, did I have a stronger urge to knock this guy's lights out then right now. He was willing to risk Stella's life to find some assassins that apparently don't even officially exist? His serious deadpan look gave the impression he wasn't going to back down from his idea. ''We won't allow that!''
Super Kid continued with my answer. ''She's scared of Toxin. She can't go back there!''
''Look at you!'' Donavan growled harshly at us. ''This is our first real chance to strike at the enemy, and you're forfeiting it just because Viper is a little scared.''
''A little scared?'' Alex responded. ''She was terrified! She held Thomas at gunpoint once because she was afraid of them! We won't bring her anywhere near a Toxin base, and you can't say anything that will stop us!''
Donavan looked around at the other members, in particular Emeraldian and Hood for some support. She took one look at me before turning back to him. ''She's their friend, there's nothing I can say.''
Hearing that answer, Donavan shook his head slowly but disapprovingly. ''Then you're giving our enemy one major advantage. Attila and Hun aren't ones to play mercy. Not like all your other villains that'll waste time or force you to wait until you beg for death. They'll tear you apart before you even have time to blink. We strike now, we have the upper hand!''
''Then we're going to have to do it another way!'' I told him.
''So what is our other way?'' Steph asked me. After that little meeting, the League all went back to their respective homes. While Alex, Steph and I heading up to Stella's place to check on her and she how she was holding up. I should have expected Steph's question considering I've been silent since what I said to Donavan.
''Honestly, I'm not sure!'' Was my only answer at this present point in time.
''We've come up with plans before!'' Alex said encouragingly. ''Stella tenses at the mention of the word Toxin, she wouldn't go within a hundred miles of a base if she could.''
''Not to mention we still know nothing about what or who we're fighting.'' I said.
Hearing a gulp come from Steph we looked at him, his face was quite pale. ''From the way Donavan described this Attila and Hun, we know it's not good.''
Despite being scared out of our wits, this didn't mean he had any sympathy from Alex who slapped him across the head. ''Don't be a coward! The guy over exaggerated! We've handled tough before, they won't be any different.''
''Don't know,'' I interrupted. ''Those two beat more than ten times the amount of Toxins when stormed one of their bases, and we only just about handled.''
Alex was still not worried. ''So! Put us back in time to that moment with how strong we are now, we would have taken them all down without trouble, including No-One!'' He may be true about us being stronger than before, but I could hear the stutter of fear in his voice. I'm scared, we're all scared! Donavan has placed us in a war where we can't see the enemy. We just need to keep our heads and hearts high, and handle one fight at a time.
''Alex you wanna knock?'' I asked just realising we were now outside Stella's house. Waiting a bit, Megan was the one to answer us.
''So how did the meeting go?'' She asked as we walked in.
''Nothing to say,'' I replied. I can only imagine the panic Megan would go through if she heard what Donavan's plan for Stella was. Although already Megan seemed a bit on edge. ''Where's Stella?''
Straight away, as if knowing I was going to ask that question, she looks up the flight of stairs leading to Stella's room. ''She's been up their all day, she said she wanted to be alone for a bit. I haven't heard anything from her though. I'm worried about her.''
''No need!'' We all heard Stella as she appeared at the top of the stairs, slowly walking down, savouring each passing step. ''I'm fine now. I've made my decision.''
The four of us looked at each other, not quite getting what Stella meant. ''What decision?'' I questioned her.
''I've thought about this…I'm afraid…more than I've ever been all my life…but I'm going through with Donavan's plan!''
''WHAT?'' I gasped in shock along with Steph and Alex while Megan looked on worried what she meant by that. ''How could…I mean…how did you even know?'' She didn't need to say anything, only reach into her pocket and pull out her phone…a recent call from an unknown number, the same one that contacted me this morning…Donavan! That son of a…I'm dealing with him later. ''There's no way we're letting you go through with this!''
''I've made my mind up!''
''No, Donavan made that up for you!'' I countered.
''He gave me the offer and I accepted!''
''He doesn't care about you, we do! We're your friends, and as your friends we know what you should and shouldn't do…''
''So you're saying I should live the rest of my life in fear of my past? I made mistakes. My family was on edge, my parents were losing money and no one, not even my own uncle who's loaded would help them. And I made the stupid mistake of joining Toxin, having to see what they did…'' She barely looked like she could carry on, but she bravely did. ''Even though I left them behind thanks to you guys, I still can't get them out of my nightmares. Afraid that they'll come after the people I love. I don't want that anymore, I want to face them, myself once and for all!''
It didn't look like this was an argument but a statement; her mind really was made up. I could think of a thousand reasons why she couldn't go, but the words just weren't coming out of my mouth to stop her. She was telling the truth, the only way she can really stop fearing Toxin was not to run from them but charge head on. Like me with Jack the Ripper. I could sense that Alex and Steph were waiting for my next answer, thinking it would be me trying to stop Stella, but I just didn't know what to say to her. It was defeat for me. ''Don't make me regret this!''
''WHAT?'' The bros gasped now. ''Tom you're letting her do this?'' Alex asked in disbelief.
''Do what?'' Megan practically screamed. We'd almost forgotten about her, and she was close to tears not knowing what was happening. ''Stella, what are you doing?''
Stella moved over to Megan and gently embraced her, whispering soothing words to her as well as telling her the plan. As they did, Alex pulled me back away from the two so we could have our own chat. ''Thomas, have you gone mad? Thirty seconds ago you were completely against the idea!''
''Yeah why are you letting her do it?'' Steph asked me.
Standing rooted to the spot, I only had one real reason to let her go through with this plan. ''Cause I understand it. I can see myself in her shoes.''
''And that's your brilliant reason for letting her go into a base of one of the strongest gangs in London to wait for two dangerous assassins?''
''Yes.'' I replied simply and quietly. The two didn't bother to argue with me anymore, even if they could re-convince me, Stella's mind seemed set as she told Megan. I couldn't really hear what was being said, but it was enough to cause Megan to break down in a flood of tears. This really was a war now, and we need more if we want to win. ''Get the others, have Stella find a base that a Toxin group would normally go and then call me.''
''Where are you going?'' Alex asked.
''To find a bit more help!''
It was a long shot, and this was probably even more idiotic than Donavan and Stella's plan…okay, not as much, but pretty close. Still, we need more reinforcements if we want to stand a chance of winning, and this guy was the only other help I could think of at the moment. ''HELLRIDER!'' I called out towards the abandoned flat where we last fought and he nearly killed me, it made me sick just seeing this place again knowing this could have been where I died.
No response no matter how often or loudly I shouted. I even checked out his mother's area, but he was nowhere to be seen. I know he has to be here, or at least know of the situation. I'm certain he was the one that pulled me from the bridge wreckage, there was no one else that could have or would have. ''HELLRIDER!'' Yelling time and time again, only to have to listen to the echoes of my calls. Slumping on the ground, I felt like crying myself right now, we need help, just a little bit more.
Just as I was about to give up and leave, a voice spoke up next to me. ''Not many people are going to pay for you the state you're in!''
I looked around to see the next best thing after Hellrider, or maybe this was the best thing. ''Omega Girl?''
''For a big city, people sure do seem to meet up a lot. Not that I've got other people to meet anyway. Although I remember you distinctively letting me know you were taken!'' She said in her usual German twang.
''Okay listen, I need your help!''
''Uh oh, not another UST fan of mine, I have too many to deal with sometimes.''
Before I said anything more I had to ask. ''UST?''
''Unresolved sexual tension.''
I really wish I didn't ask. ''No, nothing like that, it's important. Really important, life or death important.''
The joking was now cast aside as she advanced on me, her hands ready to reach for her Tonfas. ''I catch you twice during attacks from super villains, who seem to know you and would love your head mounted on a pike in their living rooms. Now a life or death offer? I think you need to give me answers right now, or I shove this so far up your ass, you'll be spitting splinters!''
A little put off by her threat I went on, she had to know the truth sooner or later. ''You want the answer? Why I'm always in the wrong place at the right time and why villains are always after me? Easy…I'm Omega Kid!''
Taken back by my response, she still kept her guard up. ''That's a lie! He's dead remember?''
''You know what? I don't give a damn anymore if the world thinks Omega Kid is dead or not! Right now one of my friends is about to put themselves in a dangerous place, and all I'm looking for is some help. You can go and forget about me for all I care, however if you want to help then please because I need it or my friend and possible dozens of people will die!'' I don't know where that came from, I'm just sick and tired of this now. I just want this to end, for us all to be safe. It doesn't matter if the world thinks I'm dead now, I just want to know that my friends and me will be alive for many more years.
Seems I not only surprised myself with that outburst as Omega Girl's hands retracted onto her waist, away from her Tonfas, as she looked at me curiously while at the same time a small grin appeared on her face. ''You're…really him aren't you? You're alive!''
''For now at least! So you want to help or not?''
It wasn't long after that before I got the text from the others about where Stella believes a Toxin base still is. I told Omega Girl where to go and told her I would meet up with them later, there was just one other thing I needed before this mission. Thankfully, Jenna was working late tonight so I had no problem sneaking indoors and up to my room. Bringing out what I thought was going to remain hidden away forever; I couldn't help but feel a little bit teary.
I managed to fix my costume up, with Stella's help, and it was ready to use like it was never thrown away in the first place. It feels like forever since I last wore it. I got it on eventually; I think I almost forgot how to put it on. It felt weird, but a good weird defiantly. As far as the world goes, Omega Kid still remains dead, and I'm not sure whether I do want to reappear again, but at least for tonight I'll be wearing this once more.
Following the directions the others had text me, I eventually met up with them just outside an old fishing warehouse, two miles further down Regent's River than their last base was. The League, plus Omega Girl, all ready and in costume while Stella was in casual wear. I'm really hoping that the plan works; hope the others can't sense my doubt as I approach them. ''Still looks good on you!'' Emeraldian said sort of bashfully.
''Thanks,'' I responded before turning to Stella. She was shivering in fear, hands in her pockets to make it less obvious. I rested my hand on her shoulder. ''You don't have to do this you know?''
She nodded. ''But I want to. I'll go in, ask questions. Hopefully an attack will happen or to a base close by, I'll know inside and then you should know.''
''Okay, good luck!'' I said. The others wished her luck too, as she took a deep breath and made her way over to the front gate of the building. The rest of us snuck over to the side and watched on as Stella stood at the door, her arms not cooperating. I don't think she's going to be able to go through with it. Finally sucking up some courage, she did this distinctive knock on the doors and waited.
We could hear the hatch open slightly and a voice coming from it. ''Password?''
''Sherbet!'' Stella said tensely.
''That's the old one babe,'' The guy spoke in a tone that suggest he recognises her. ''We all thought you were dead in the Omega Kid raid. Good to see you back!'' The door was then opened for Stella to walk inside, before shutting tightly.
Ultra Kid tapped me on the shoulder. ''We helped you break into their last base and yet they name the raid after you?''
''We're not going to go through this now are we?''
Staying on topic Big Bob asked. ''S-So the roof?''
''The roof!'' Emeraldian confirmed. After that confirmation, we all headed around the side of the warehouse to find a flight of stairs. Taking our time as the steps would creak at the slightest movement, however Omega Girl didn't seem a patient one, more noise was coming from her groaning than the creaking staircase. Without warning, she jumps and starts climbing her way up like a pro free-runner, although quite a racket was made because of it. ''Are you trying to get us caught?'' Emeraldian gasped at her.
''You ever heard that story? The tortoise and the hare? Well the hare would have won if he wasn't a lazy ass and kept the pace!'' She shot back. ''Note that I'm trying to degrade your ass, it's slow but cute as well.'' She winked before climbing back up.
Emeraldian was short for words at her, so turned to me. ''This is our help?''
''She's a good fighter!''
''I know, I want to beat her up already!''
While we argued, Ultra Kid looked down at us, the others were already above and close to the roof following Omega Girl. ''Hey, least she said you had a cute ass.'' He tried to calm things down, but the menacing look she gave him made it clear she was not amused so Ultra kept climbing.
Once they were far enough, she whispered to me. ''I can't help but be slow, it's hard to climb without…you know.''
There are still times I forget about her missing arm cause she does so well without it, yet she always feels second best to all of us. I gently nudge her. ''You're good!'' It was all I could think of saying that might cheer her up.
I think it worked cause she smiled back at me. Then she looked at me curiously and shyly. ''Do you think I have a cute ass?''
I nearly feel off the stairs just hearing that question, I mustn't make a comment, I mustn't even stare at her…um…say something! ''I…I think we should…carry on.''
''Right, sorry! Stupid question!'' She shook her head and resisted any eye contact with me as she climb out in front. Oh God she still thinks that I…that we could...after tonight I've got to tell her otherwise it'll just end badly and I might end up hurting her. If this wasn't a mission that would require our full concentration and dedication I would tell her now, after all I do need her on my side tonight.
Once we were all up top; we each scouted round to see if there was a way inside, or better yet something to help us spy on what's going on without drawing any attention. There was our perfect match with a small roof window just by the corner. We all sat around the sides, looking down hoping that we could see what was going on. And lady luck must be smiling on us, because we were looking down on the main room, which Stella was being lead into. There must already be at least a dozen or so Toxins, not including the one that let Stella in, all armed with machine guns and pocketknives. I really don't like seeing a weapon in any Toxin's arms, especially with my experiences with them. Although I can't talk now, it's imaginable the terror that must be going through Stella now. Even up here I could see she was so tense and ready to break down, but she sucked it up and remained strong.
As we watched, Snapshot held out her camera and took a few photos quietly. Even if the mission to tag Attila and Hun was a bust, we could still nail these Toxin creeps with photos. She made sure to not capture Stella in any of the pics. Hood also had his bow ready just in case things got out of hand, but I'm praying nothing will. Ultra Kid leaned over to me. ''So what's the plan now?''
''We wait! Hopefully hear if Attila and Hun make an attack and which Toxin base it'll be.''
''Knowing our luck, it'll be this one!'' He replies.
Hearing that, Omega Girl voiced her opinion. ''No way! There must be loads of their weekend houses about the city. Chances of your dashing duo striking here are almost zil!''
''Yeah well, we're that lucky!'' I muttered back sarcastically.
''Aw,'' She moaned frustratingly. ''You guys have all the fun!''
There was then a sigh of disbelief from Emeraldian; with the way things were it probably wasn't best that they were sitting next to each other. ''Fun? This is life or death! And until you get that through your head, kindly shut up and let us do our jobs!''
Omega Girl didn't seem effected by her words at all, and simply smirked back. ''Now I know who's the fun one to hang around with at the parties. Your League does have Friday night parties right?'' She asked the rest of us as if that was the serious matter at hand.
''I really can't believe this!'' Emeraldian stressed. ''I would prefer Hellrider right now. At least he takes the job seriously!''
''There's the job word again; it's not a job unless you get paid! Wait do you guys get paid?''
''Already I feel like throwing her down this window!''
Omega Girl looked down the window, seeing how far of a drop it was. It was quite a way down; then again I'm the one that's afraid of heights. However, she merely chuckled at Emeraldian's threat. ''Please! I've jumped down higher places in my morning workouts…''
''Hey!'' I snapped at both of them, each falling silent and looking at me. ''Can we focus on Stella and the Toxins please?''
It felt like I was going to boil over into the argument when Big Bob of all people interrupted with his stutter, getting all of our attention's as he pointed down. ''I t-think I can h-hear them talking!'' Immediately we all gathered closer to the window, just barely able to hear the voices below of each Toxin member as they greeted Stella.
''So what happened to you?'' The Toxin that was at the door and has followed Stella from there said curiously. ''We all thought you were dead when Omega Kid attacked HQ?''
It was clear that she was having trouble forming words, or even keeping her cool under all this pressure. I shouldn't have let her do this; it was too much for her. Despite looking like she was going to break, she carried on with the act. Shrugging her shoulders. ''Y…yeah! I was there…but…but I got away…from them!''
After her brief explanation another Toxin called out. ''There was also a rumour you tried to find and kill the bastard yourself, saying you knew his secret identity or something like that!'' That's got to be when Stella cornered me and aimed a gun at me near the Thames. I slagged her off about Jason and that's how she found out. Guess whoever she borrowed the gun off of forced it out of her.
Stella remained composed, or at least as much as she could before answering. ''No…no I didn't know…I mean I never…anyway, why worry about him now right? You all must have heard the news about his…his death!''
''Too right!'' Another Toxin member yelled. ''About time that idiot was put down!'' The other members cheered at his words. I felt a cold chill go up my spine. These guys probably celebrate every night thinking I'm dead.
As if reading my mind, Ultra Kid patted me comfortingly on the shoulder. ''Just wait until they see you, they'll get the shock of their lives!''
''Hopefully we won't need to attack,'' I replied. ''We just need info, then get out before something happens.''
We were all ready to listen on, until Omega Girl groaned loudly. ''Why don't we just take the base and wait for whoever's supposed to show up?''
''Because we don't even know if they're going to attack here, and if here, we can't tire ourselves out before the real fight...'' I told her but then got distracted when I heard Stella change the subject.
''So…'' She started nervously; looking around at each Toxin as if worried about which one was going to shoot first. ''Even with Omega Kid...gone! I hear that someone else has been attacking Toxin bases everywhere. Any news on who?''
Toxin at the door shook his head. ''Not a thing babe. We don't even know how many there are, or where they'll attack next. But we've got the place bordered up nice, they won't come here!'' Couldn't help but silently chuckle, bordered up well they said, and this has to be our easiest sneak in so far.
''Where have you been anyway Stella?'' Another Toxin called out to her. ''What you been doing the last couple of months?''
Just as she was about to think of an answer, another voice boomed over hers…a very familiar one. ''Yes, that's what I'd like to know! Especially after what happened in our last encounter!'' Fear gripped her and the handful of us here that knew whose voice that was; I knew things were going to smoothly. For the rest of the group who weren't familiar, it was impossible to miss the person as he stomped his way forward, towering over all the over Toxins and a now terrified Stella. Her legs were clearly shaking now as the scarred giant grinned menacingly down at her, while all she could do was whimper one simple word…
''Marcus…''
All of us on the room were on our feet; Ultra, Super and I because we know of the threat Marcus carries, and the others because of the sheer size of him and the power that emitted from his very presence. Even the confident and eager Omega Girl could only stare as she whispered. ''Now I know why they haven't made any more Hulk films…cause this guy ate him!''
Stella was like a defenceless puppy against a Mountain Lion as Marcus advanced on her slowly, big smirk on his face as he knew he had her cornered and scared. She backed away, or at least attempted to until more Toxins showed up with the big guy and aimed their weapons at her, leaving her frozen on the spot. The Toxins that were talking with her a minute ago all look perplexed at the situation. ''Hey Boss, what's the deal?''
''Why don't you have Stella here tell you?'' He grumbled menacingly. At this point, no amount of courage could help her now; it was hard for her to breath let alone talk. Marcus advanced ever closer and shouted out to everyone. ''You helped Omega Kid and his comrades break into our base! And just after that a female superheroes joins their ranks! A coincidence? I think not!''
Finally caught up with the story, the rest of the Toxins loaded their weapons and aimed right for her. We all jumped back ready to break out way down, Hood already had an arrow loaded and pointed right for Marcus. But before anything more can be done, Marcus holds up his arm, signalling a cease-fire, or a don't fire. ''So where is he?''
Shaken with fear, Stella stuttered. ''Who?''
BAAAM! Despite being nothing but large muscle, Marcus's fist drove into her stomach quicker than anyone could blink. She crumbled to the ground, coughing up blood already as Marcus bent down, yet he was still too far for a face to face. ''Why else would you come back here? Omega Kid is alive isn't he?'' Now my blood was frozen in fear, and I wasn't the one beaten down by the guy. ''A body was never found! And even if he hasn't shown since then that doesn't mean he's dead. Take us for example; we waited in the shadows for the right moment to come back, to find that traitor Douglas. If you don't tell me where Omega Kid is soon, he won't be the only traitor that will hang!''
Bursting into tears, Stella whimpered quietly, even if my hearing wasn't buggered it would be almost inaudible, but I got it anyway. ''I…I don't know!''
''How's your mother? Still getting the money slowly for her treatment? A millionaire uncle and has he even lent a penny to help? No! All because daddy's pocket money wasn't originally his, and got upset over it, thinking it'll ruin his image!''
''S…stop!''
''Amazing how he would rather an unnatural niece than a thieving but caring brother!''
Stella stopped crying, she raised her head to look Marcus in the eyes. ''What do you mean?''
''We saw the video!'' The door Toxin called out to her. ''The one with your little singer girlfriend planting a smacker. Never knew you were a chick magnet babe!'' He chuckled along with the others, the only one that didn't crack a smile was Marcus, he was very serious about his threats. ''She is very beautiful,'' He continued. ''And a fantastic voice. Would be a shame if I broke it by snapping her neck, unless you co-operate! Where is Omega Kid?''
She didn't respond at all, well not at first anyway. Her head lowered, looking down at the ground, as if debating on whether to go through with it. If they've seen Megan they won't be bluffing, they'll go after her, Stella's seen first hand what they can do to people they know and get in their way…I'm an example. Instead of doing what I thought she was going to do and tell for Megan's sake, all that fear and terror that was clear on her face disappeared as she snarled at Marcus. ''Don't…ever…threaten her!'' She leapt up and tried to land a punch on Marcus, but he just grabbed her wrist with one hand, and used his other to grab her neck, lifting her off her feet.
Looks like it's a Toxin fight after all. ''Hood?'' I looked his way.
''On it!'' He replied aiming his arrow for Marcus.
I turned to the others, making sure we were all ready, but as I looked round I noticed something was missing…well actually someone. ''Where the hell is Omega Girl?'' We all looked around the roof, she was nowhere in sight. She wouldn't have done a runner now? Or maybe she did earlier after seeing Marcus and what she would be fighting, couldn't blame her, this is intense stuff now.
''You might want to stand back! Glass is a bitch to get out if it gets stuck!'' We heard her…she was standing on the edge a brick wall, over looking the glass roof window. You don't have to be a genius to know what she's got planned.
''Do not do what I think you're about to do!'' I shouted at her.
''Well I'm not a mind-reader, so can't tell!''
Emeraldian has had enough of this now. ''That's a terrible idea, you're not going to last ten seconds down there if you go alone…''
''See this…'' Omega Girl interrupted, holding out her hand. There was nothing, but the way her hand was, it was like she was suggesting holding a cup. ''It's my cup of give a shit. And it's empty!'' That said, she jumped down, going clean through the window, shattering it to pieces. Ignoring the flying shards everywhere, I looked down to see her land right on top of Marcus's shoulders, kicking him a hard enough stamp to force him to let go of Stella.
As the giant toppled over, the other Toxins all aimed their guns at the girls. Omega Girl pulling Stella out of harms way as they opened fire. That didn't stop her though, once Stella was behind cover, she flipped over, kicking one of the Toxins, and then grabbing his gun using that as a bat against another. As two more fired their guns while running towards her; she pulled out her Tonfas, and slide across the floor towards them. BAM! Knocking one right of his feet. Then grabbing the other's gun with her weapons, she flipped over and kicked him across the head knocking him down.
''Got to admit,'' Ultra Kid said. ''She sure knows how to make an entrance!''
''She's an idiot!'' Emeraldian hissed. ''She's going to get herself killed!''
''Stand back!'' Hood told us as he kneeled down towards the edge of the now open roof window. Bow aimed not for any Toxins, but the wall. Before I could ask any questions, he fired and following the arrow was a thick black rope. Once the arrow was now firmly embedded in the wall, Hood used his bow to grip onto the rope before sliding down it James Bond style. He landed safely, and was immediately in the heat of the action, using his arrows to jab at Toxin's legs and disable their guns.
''Wow,'' Super Kid gasped. ''That was another cool entrance.''
Ultra merely slapped his younger brother across the head. ''Omega Girl's was cooler…and sexier!''
''Guys come on!'' I shouted at both of them. The rope was still there for each of us to slide down on. I waited and watched on as everyone else took his or her turn to slide down, keeping him or her cover by looking out for any attackers. Once they were all down, right away they attacked the closest Toxins they could find, it was turning into a full-blooded war. I was the last one now, gripping tightly to the rope with both my hands I slide down. Even with my gloves protecting my hands, the friction was starting to burn though.
BANG!
SNAP!
''CRAP!'' I yelped as the now snapped rope jerked sideways and swung me over to the other side of the room. Before I could crash hard into the wall, I took a chance and jumped for it. It wasn't the softest landing, but better that then being a pancake on the wall. I didn't even have a chance to rise to my feet before three Toxins with knives were attacking me.
BAM! I uppercut one of them, and then grabbed them using them as a shield against the others. They both hesitated, and used this as my chance to throw him towards one of them. As they both tumbled over, the third slashed at me quickly, but I dodged them all before grabbing both his arms. BAM! BAM! A double kick to the legs, forcing him down. BAM! And then a punch to the cheek knocked him down cold.
Another one with a gun came at me. Before he opened fire, I jumped towards him and kicked him in the chest. Running towards him, I kicked the gun out of his hand. BAM! Then roundhouse kicked him in the face. Looking around, it seems I got the quiet area, as there were no more Toxins coming after me.
BAAAM! Speak of the devil! Slammed hard into the air and then crashing down, I turned to see Marcus glaring at me. Why am I not surprised I would be the one he would go after? He flexed his muscles, as if I couldn't already see them. ''I was starting to believe these past few days you were dead!''
''Sorry to disappoint you…actually not really!'' I taunted before charging at him full speed. He raised his fist and looked ready to squash me under it, until I jumped out of the way, before jumping back in it. BAM! A punch to his face. BAM! And then a kick to his chest, but that was not going to be nearly enough against this guy. I backed off before he could land a hit on me. He threw fist after fist my way, I did whatever I could to stay out of range of his attacks. I've had enough punches from this guy to least ten lifetimes.
He was off guard throwing a double punch, and I followed up with a double jab to his stomach BAM! BAM! Spinning out of the way, I kicked at the back of his knee, but he wasn't going to go down easy. He swung his fist back at me, but I jumped out of the way again. He raised both fists now, trying to kill me with one blow, and I'm not stupid, that's all he could need to end it. Quicker than he could have anticipated, I jumped up BAM! And kneed him square in the chin, dazing him for the first time tonight as he backed off. This has got to be the first time I've drawn first blood against him as his nose and mouth gushed it, yet he still kept a smile on his face. ''You're stronger and faster than before! I'm impressed!''
''It's what happens when you join a superhero league, train with new partners, and train in a coma. And if you don't back off, I'll put you in one myself!'' I threatened. But I might as well threaten the wall that I nearly crashed into, this guy has seen all my threats, at least he still hasn't seen all my new moves.
''WATCH OUT!'' Someone called out to me, couldn't tell whom. To Marcus's side, and mine we just managed to see…two missiles heading our way. Forgetting everything else, I turned and jumped out of the way.
BOOM! BOOM!
Crap, crap, crap, crap…can't hear anything! At least I'm still alive, I can tell cause of the serious pain I'm in right now. My ears may be out, but my nose was working just fine, that smell of fire and smoke was so recognisable. Everything was blurry at first as I tried to pick myself up. At least I wasn't paralysed or anything, I think I'd rather take that gunshot through the arm again than have another missile aimed at me.
Staying low for a bit, I waited until I could get my hearing back before making another move. But I need to check if the others are okay, and who aimed those missiles at me? Marcus was practically right next to me, no one would have made the shot, at least anyone from Toxin. I swear to God, if it's Attila and Hun, then I don't have bad luck, I have Satan playing with my soul. ''Pray while you can,'' A booming voice echoed as two figures stepped through the dusts and clouds. ''You won't get another chance!''
One of them was male; shorter of the two, he had what looked like a more agile version of gladiator armour and helmet, except spray painted red and black. The taller female had similar attire; only it was coloured blue and black. Both of them were packing with frickin bazookas on their back that looked twice as big as they were. I'm starting to already see they live up to their reputation.
Hold on, I can describe them! My vision is getting better! And I heard their threat, my hearing is starting to come back, the fighting in the background was still a blur. But maybe I can see and hear my way out of this; we aren't ready to fight these two, especially not after having our quick brawl with Toxin.
I don't know which was which with names yet, but the male one-stepped forward slightly, readying his bazooka and aiming it for the roof. At least I wasn't the target for once, and this gave me a chance to make a run for it just as the male one took aim, and the missile quickly shot at the roof, luckily I had just enough time to cover my ears and dive out of the way.
BOOM! The explosion had enough force in it to knock me flying forward, thank God that I was already far enough before any debris fell on top of me. I couldn't tell what had happened to Marcus, nor do I really care for his sake, I have friends that I need to make sure are okay. We aren't ready for a fight like this, time for a tactical retreat.
I made a run for it as Attila and Hun continued their rampage behind me; I could hear the gunfire going on, as well as the cries of pain and agony from any Toxins that were close. But what I found really disturbing was seeing the shadows of Toxin bodies being flung around the place like ragdolls. That distraction kept my focus away from the Toxin who was charging right at me with a gun at the ready.
When it looked as if he would pull the trigger, Omega Girl leaps out of the nowhere and knees him in the head, knocking him flat. ''You're certainly Mr popular aren't you!''
''Not the time, come on!'' I shouted back at her while running past. She got the message and followed me, ducking and weaving out of our way of any falling debris or Toxin bodies. ''Where are the others?'' I asked her.
It's like this girl was on unlimited batteries, she was now in front of me, outrunning me backwards while talking with me. ''Last I saw, they were driving some Toxins back towards the entrance.''
''Good, that's going to be our exit!''
''So what happened to Tiny?'' She asked referring to Marcus.
''Probably all over the place in pieces…''
BAAAM! BAAAM! How can someone so big always sneak up on me like that? Omega Girl and I were flung across and crashed into the wall near us as Marcus charged. Before I could even defend myself, he wrapped his monstrous arms around my body and attempted to crush the very life out of me. I was coughing up blood, giving a fair idea of how much this hurt. BAM! Before anything can be broken, Omega Girl jumped up and kicked him in the face, forcing him to loosen his grip. BAM! BAM! I gave him a double kick, which was enough for me to free myself and stand next to Omega Girl. That confident smile never leaving her face. ''I think he likes you!''
''I'm starting to prefer Ultra's banter right now.'' I mumbled out not really caring if she heard me or not.
''Thanks for that!'' Just then, Ultra Kid ran over and stood by us, quickly followed by Emeraldian. Now these were odds I was more comfortable with. We took a battle stance as Marcus regained his balance, and looked ready for another bloodthirsty brawl; however his attention was driven over to the carnage that was going on between the Toxin against Attila and Hun. He took one last look at us before running over towards the massacre…he may not be one of my favourite people, he might even be in my top five of most despicable people, but he's loyal to his gang I'll give him that.
''The others are already back at the front door,'' Emeraldian said to me. ''If we keep heading this way, we should…''
BANG! A split second was all it took, between her giving orders and that spine-chilling sound. Her eyes went wide and almost empty, then her knees simply giving way and her whole body falling. We all instinctively made an attempt to catch her; Omega Girl was the closest and so managed to grab her before she fell on the ground. Ultra and her eased her down and checked the bullet wound on her lower back. I on the other hand was frozen to the spot, my fists clenching so hard I was causing myself to bleed as I looked up towards the direction of the shooter. A cold, dark smile plastered on her face and smoke still rolling out of her gun…Hunter!
All rationality in my mind was gone, instead replaced by pure anger. She giggled menacingly before turning into the shadows and leaving, I am not letting her get away again, not after what has just happened. ''Get her out of here!'' I told Ultra and Omega Girl, not bothering with any responses they had, I was already running after Hunter by the time they realised I was gone.
Her laughter still echoed throughout the corridors as I chased after her; she was making no attempt to get away, she wanted me to follow. I don't care anymore, she can have me chase her all the way to Hell, I'll still follow and end her once and for all. She had guns, why wasn't she using them on me? It doesn't matter; when I get my hands on her they won't do a damn thing!
After a while I finally found her; she had backed herself up into a dead end, with both her hands behind her back. She looked at me with that smile still there; she knew she had me right where she wanted me. I'm not stupid, she's armed and I've got no defence against gunfire other than a simplistic bulletproof vest under the costume, I'm letting her make the first move…and it was her holding out her weapons and throwing them to the ground close by to me. It had to be a trick; she'd just made herself vulnerable. Doesn't matter, she's unarmed; this was my chance…so I charged.
All I needed to see was that faint glint in the corner of my eye, and that was enough to save my life as a knife came flying out of the shadows towards me, aimed right for my neck. I rolled out of the way, dodging the sneak attack, however what I didn't see coming was the knife then coming back at me like a boomerang and cutting me across the cheek. My heart sunk and I almost lost my breath when I saw that the knife was actually pulled back by a string attached to the end…there was only one person I know that could do that.
''It's been too long Omega Kid!'' The ambusher said as he stepped out of the shadows in front of a still smirking Hunter. Still in his black costume and cape, with his string-knives by his side. Even though he had his mask off, I didn't need to see his face to remember him. Someone I thought was a hero, one that I thought I could trust. Until he turned out to be nothing more than a traitorous murderer that almost killed Stella and tried to kill me...No-One, aka Douglas Carbone!
''Surprise!'' Hunter shouted out like an excited little girl at a birthday party.
There was no witty comeback from me, or even a threat. After everything that's happened, not just with Douglas before, but with what's just happened with Emeraldian, I just couldn't talk back and just wanted to end both of them right here, right now! He doesn't know me that much, but he can tell I wasn't in the mood for a banter fight. ''Hunter why don't you stand back,'' He told her before looking at me. ''Omega Kid and I have some catching up to do!''
I was overcome with fury, my heart's desire to tear him apart getting the better of me trying to think of any tactics or a battle plan as I pounded my fist on the ground and charged at him. He threw one of his knives at me; I slide underneath it and raised my leg. BAM! I kicked him in the stomach. BAM! Before giving him an Omega-Swing to the face, but he didn't go down. BAM! He kicked me in the side. BAM! BAM! Then gave me a double punch to the face knocking me to the ground.
Grabbing both his knives he threw them at me, I spun around and evaded both attacks before kicking out at him. He jumped back as well as pulled back on the strings, his knives returning to me, I rolled under and charged at him once more. It was an all out brawl as we blocked and intercepted all of our attacks; we were just as evenly matched as we were before. Knife handles in his hands, he slashed at me. I blocked with my arm BAM! Then elbowed him in the face knocking him back a bit.
He attempted a jump kick at me, I blocked it with my arms but I was still forced back. He then threw his knives at me again, twisting his arms while doing so causing them to swerve, I got lucky and the attacks missed, but one of them caught me over the leg cutting it bad. I hissed in pain and hesitated for a brief second, enough for him to be on me in no time. BAM! Kneeing me in the face. BAM! Then landing a clean punch right in my face causing my vision to go blurry again.
Instead of throwing them now, he tried for a close up kill with his knives in his hands. I ran to the side, jumping up on the wall and trying to kick at him. He blocked my attack, but that few extra seconds was all I needed to get my vision back. Before we could go at each other once more, the whole building seemed to shake and shift, almost knocking the both of us off balance. I hope the others have already left, it seems as if Attila and Hun don't want to leave any survivors.
Douglas looked back at me, placing his knives back onto his belt and backing off. ''I'm afraid we're going to have to finish this another time!''
''No!'' I shouted and ran towards him…only to stop in my tracks when I noticed Hunter had reclaimed her guns and aimed them at me.
''That's not a request!'' He replied sinisterly. ''With the way our partners are going, this building has only a few minutes. Not nearly long enough for you to truly suffer. It's ironic, you're everything that I like in society, but your naivety makes you weak! It'll be the end of you!''
''That's fine by me…as long as I'm the end of you!'' He didn't quiver at my threat at all as he and Hunter walked off. The dust was coming off the ceiling and the walls started cracking, bringing me back to reality, because of chasing Hunter I must be in the middle of the base, if I don't make a run for it now I won't make it out. Just as Douglas was out of sight I ran for it. So Hunter was with Attila and Hun, who were now working under Victor Crowsworth, and now Douglas was back in the action…now, this truly has become a war!
To Be Continued…