Chapter 4: The Fire in Their Hearts

In the little, hidden kingdom in Africa people called Wakanda; Reed Richards was talking to T'challa, or known by people as Black Panther. "So… you unmasked Spider-Man on television?" said T'challa. "No, he volunteered to do it, because Tony explained the gravity of our problem," said Reed, "Confidence in Super humans is at an all-time low. Tony's plan for a new beginning is the only thing we have left. "A super police force covering the whole country? And me helping him hunt down friends that disagree with your stupid law?" said T'challa, "I don't think so, Richards. We don't like it when America interferes with our affairs, and I can only assume the feeling is reciprocated." "Actually, the President requested this of you personally…" said Reed. "Well, I guess he will be disappointed," said T'challa, "Now tell me: What about Johnny? Is the Human Torch recovering well?" "I haven't checked in for a week, but Sue's barely left his side," said Reed, "If anything happened, I would've heard." "Man. I love it out here, don't you? This high-tech jungle," said Reed, "It's so weird standing among the trees without bugs or birds. I've always wanted to ask: Does the eco-system adapt itself or did you do this personally?" "One word of advice Richards," said T'challa, "Call Susan." As days passed, there's been news about Captain America and his team all over the newspapers. At a diner somewhere, Cap, Hercules, Daredevil, and Goliath are in disguises and talking about the Act again and on what does Spider-Man's unmasking means to other heroes. Then, Goliath gets a call on his disposable cell phone. "I got news of a chemical plant that went on fire near the Hudson. Command said there's three or four hundred inside and they're sending Cloak and Dagger to teleport us in. They leave and get dressed in an alley way.

At a chemical plant called Lieber-Kirby chemicals: Cap and his team are teleported in. "How many workers did the call say?" Cap asked. "Three or four hundred... But, something ain't right here," Cable said, "I'm getting nothing over my Info-Net connection about panic alarms, or…" "Uh, what's wrong Cable?" Luke Cage said. Cable looks down at a fallen sign that says "Lieber-Kirby: Division of Stark International". "Guys! We need to leave. It's a trap!" said Cable. Then, a barrage of tranquilizers hit Cloak and Wiccan, knocking them out. "Well… of course it's a trap," said Iron-Man landing from the sky, with other heroes around him, "How else do you think we will be able to get you all in one place?" "What the fuck did they do, Cap?!" said Hulkling, "They're out cold!" Spider-Man jumps off the wall and lands behind them. "It's just a tranquilizer to make sure you guys don't teleport out of here," said Spidey, "Falcon- 56, you got these guys in your sight?" "Ready when you are, Parker," said one of the soldiers in the copters, "Just give out the word." "Commander Hill to all agents: you're only there for Air Support," said Hill, "Hold your fire and await further orders!" "You've been busy, eh Tony?" said Cap. "We are not here to arrest you, Steve. I talked SHIELD into offering you one last chance." said Iron-Man. "You mean like a surrender?" said Cap, "Thanks, but, I'm fine with what I'm doing." "Aw come on Cap," said Spidey, "The only people that are winning are the Villains, dude. This goes against on what you believed in." "Don't talk that to me, Peter," said Cap, "I saw the little meeting on TV. Is your Aunt May happy to know that Electro has her zip code now?"

"Steve, listen, I know you're mad. I know it's a long way from the way we used to do. But, this isn't WW2 anymore," said Iron-Man, "The world does not want masks and secret identities anymore. They want to feel like we are the good guys again, and there is no way to earn back their trust." "You have known me ever since we thawed you out of the ice years ago, Steve. You know I wouldn't do this unless I believed in it with all my heart," said Iron-Man, "I don't want to fight you. I just wanted to give you our plans for our twenty-first century overhaul." said Iron-Man as he holds out his hand. Cap looks at Tony's hand and the helicopters hovering above. "Fine. You've got five minutes." said Cap as he shakes Tony's hand. "That's the time I need…" said Iron-Man. Spider-man claps and says "All right Cap! Didn't I say this would have worked this way?" Iron-Man looks on his hand to see a device on his palm. Then, his suit is covered with energy and is malfunctioning. "It's a SHIELD electron scrambler. Fury's team made it just in case you ever went to the other side." said Cap as he hits Tony. Then, Goliath grows and knocks the other heroes back. Then, Yellow jacket grows and restrains Goliath. "I thought you were supposed to be smarter than this, Bill." said Yellow jacket. "Command to Copters: Do not get involved until perimeter is breached," said Hill, "Project Thunder is up next. I repeat, hold your fire until Tony Stark gives the Go-Ahead." As Spider-Man punches Patriot, Cap throws his shield at him, but, Spidey grabs it with a web line. "Hey. Be careful, Rogers. This can hurt someone." he said as he hits some of Cap's team with it. Then, he uppercuts Cap with the shield. Meanwhile, Iron-man is on the floor with his malfunctioning armor. "Jarvis reroute power and reboot the armor." said Iron-Man. "Rerouting complete, sir." said Jarvis. The suit turns back on and Iron-man flies into cap and runs him into a building. Cap gets up and tries to punch Iron-man, but Iron-Man dodges and hits Cap in the side. "You're wasting your time Steve," said Iron-Man as he hits Cap in the face, "This new armor recorded ever fight you've ever did. It knows your next move before you even do it…" Then, Hercules runs to help Captain America, knocking heroes to the side. Meanwhile on the Helicarrier, an agent runs up to Maria Hill and tells her "500 more soldiers surrounding the perimeter, commander. Awaiting your orders." "Keep them on stand-by," Hill said, "Project Thunder has his first crack at this." Then, a thunderbolt strikes Hercules, knocking him back. The other heroes on Cap's team looks at the scene. "What the hell…?" said Luke Cage. Then, multiple thunderbolts hit them too, knocking them back. Daredevil looks up and is shocked. "Oh my…" said Daredevil as he sees Thor standing right in front of them.

Hold on, guys. This is only the first part of the battle. You may know I did a reference to Jack Kirby and Stan Lee because of their last names is the chemical plant's name. Also, you may like Thor appearing now, but, later on the story, he won't be as he seems he is.

Next: Are you feeling the electricity?

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