Tian Cai

By mkusenagi2

The story concept © 5-19-2006
All Marvel characters are © Marvel Comics.
Kim Possible and other Disney characters
are © Disney Co.

Part III

Envision a man of Han Chinese extraction (6' 4", elegance in motion, refined in the ways of arcane science and diplomacy; dressed in silks that would be found in the court of K'ang-hsi, Emperor of the Ch'ing Dynasty of China, The Son of Heaven, and quietly crown this tower with an ageless wispy mustached visage lit by a luminous Dragon's Jade gaze) watching Dr. Anne Possible.

"Please have a seat Dr. Possible," said Fu Manchu, "would you like some chai?"

"Yes, that would be nice. Thank you." said Anne Possible.

"I must admit, I am surprised that you came to see me Dr. Possible," Fu Manchu said as he poured the chai, "usually when I make donations to persons that 'know my history' they are somewhat 'hesitant' to meet me."

"A body gets curious when an entourage enters her office and presents a certified banker's cashiers check for $100,000,000.00 as a 'humble' research donation." Anne said. "Plus I also wanted to meet the infamous 'Devil Doctor'."

"Ha! You're familiar with my infamous title then?"

"Yes…"

"It is my hope that you're willing to keep an open mind Dr. Possible, one would think that a person of your scholarship could appreciate my actions when you place them in a 'proper' historical perspective."

"So you're familiar with my college works on Asian history and medicine?" asked Anne.

"Thoroughly," said Fu Manchu, "I am surprised that you haven't published any other findings since then…"

"I still 'dabble' in Asian studies from time to time," said Anne as she took the bowl of chai from Fu Manchu.

"That is good," said Fu Manchu, "how is your chai?"

"It's a bit hot, I was waiting for it to cool." Anne said.

"Ha, Ha, Ha. Very good, not only are you elegant in intellect and beauty, but also in diplomacy and manners as well. I will take the first sip…" Fu Manchu said.

"…"

"Satisfied?"

"I wished to honor my host." Anne said.

"…"

"I am sure you're wondering why you're here Dr. Possible…"

"It had crossed my mind…"

"I am dying…"

"Oh I am sorry!" Anne exclaimed.

"And I need Your help."

"Thank you." said Fu Manchu, "Before we begin I give you my word that no harm will come to you or your family…"

"Thank you," said Anne, "the word of Fu Manchu is said to be on a par with 'The Jade Emperor's'."

"Ha. Flatterer!"

"How can I help you?"

"Dr. Possible, I am over 600 years old. The secret to my long life is a serum that I discovered that I call 'elixir vitae'. The research you're conducting on the use of nanotech in tissue repair seems to be the key to my problem."

"I take it that your immune system is degrading…"

"Yes… over the centuries I have been content to 'dabble' as you say, in the affairs of men… the price I pay for those indulgences is the 'problem' that I now have."

"I will need the serum's formulary, some tissue samples, and a sample of the serum to start my research. What were the serum's effects when you were healthy?"

"When I was healthy my wounds healed at least 25x the normal rate," Fu Manchu said, "now my wounds heal at a normal rate."

"And if you use the serum…"

"I become… very ill… before I gain any positive effects from its use."

"Hmmm… my research is still in the experimental stages… and its tests have been designed for someone with a unique medical situation…"

"Yes, he is an honorable warrior, one worthy of your expertise."

"!"

"Please don't be shocked, I have lived a long life not only due to the serum but also from being knowledgeable about the world I live in."

"…"

"As a healer I'll take the case on one condition…"

"Yes?"

"…that you'll honor my family with your 'countenance' until your last days."

"Ha, Ha, Ha, Ha, Very well, you have my word." said Fu Manchu as he handed her a card, "If you require any materials please contact me at this number."

"I will presume that ANY materials that I'll need will be acquired honestly?"

"Yes."

Meanwhile back at the ranch…

While Kim, Ron, and Wade were trying to find out where Anne Possible disappeared to, Shang Chi decided to see an 'associate' about her whereabouts.

Shang walked into The Fancy Truffle and walked over to the Hostess. "Is Jin Gang in?"

"Yes Sir he's here," the Hostess said, "may I ask who is calling?"

"Tell him it is a person that owes him much…"

"Yes Sir, one moment please," the Hostess said as she went into the restaurant.

"Sir, He will see you now please follow me."

The Hostess seated Shang at a booth at the rear of the Truffle next to the kitchen. As he sat down a deep voice that sounded like two boulders kissing spoke from the short slender mocha colored man that faced him.

"I was wondering when you'd come." rumbled Jin Gang, "He's here and is at present talking to a friend of yours… don't worry she's safe… from him at least."

"Why is he talking to her?"

"He's dying," Jin Gang said, "at least that's the key rumor I've heard."

"…"

"I guess he thinks she can help him find a cure…"

"…"

"I Know there's a LOT of bad blood between you two…"

"Maybe it's time to see him and…"

"NO!" Roared Shang, "NEVER!"

"You'll find him at that address." As Shang Chi rose from the table Jin Gang pointedly looked at him while he gave him a slip of paper.

"I'm… sorry my friend… I must go, I did not mean to yell at you…"

"Uh Shang… one more thing… your sister's here. I think she's going to use this as an 'opportunity' to take the Si-Fan and his empire away from him. You know her attitude about 'collateral damage'. M'nai is here as well, he's keeping a personal eye on your father."

2 hours later at the Possible residence…

"Sifu we've hit a brick wall," Kim said sitting on the couch holding her Dad's hand while Ron and Rufus looked on, "did you find out anything?"

"Yes, she's in the company of a master of games of deceit and death, my nemesis…"

A collective gasp rose from the others assembled in the room…

"Dr. Fu Manchu."

"Yike!" chirped Rufus as he leapt from Ron's shoulder into his pocket.

"No prob," Ron said, "he's just another villain. We'll just go get your Mom KP, and that'll be it!"

Knock, knock. "I'll get it," James Possible said, 'Thank god the boy's are at Mom's place in Florida' he thought.

"Is Shang Chi here," said a tall, stunning, and buxom Chinese goddess dressed in a navy military catsuit.

'Wow' thought James Possible, "He's in the living room…"

"Thank you… pardon me," the goddess said to him as she slinked around him to enter the living room.

"WOW," said Ron as he saw the goddess enter the room.

"Ron! Don't unspool the drool!" Kim said as she kicked Ron's shin.

"Ow!"

"Hello Shang," the goddess said.

"…"

"You don't have any kind words for your sister?"

"I heard you were here…"

"Have you told them?"

"Told us what?" asked Kim.

"…"

"WHAT!"

"My nemesis, the man that has your mother… is our father…"

"WHAT!" Kim, her dad, Ron and Rufus (after he poked his head out of Ron's pocket chorused).

End Part III