Chapter 29: Unleash the dogs of War!
This scene is played out like "Julius Cesar" from William Shakespeare
Enjoy!
Gehenna (Formerly known as New York)
Superman heat ray vision usually manifested itself in serious cases of stress or arousal, this case was definitely the first…the Heat Ray quickly hit the near tank melting his outer shell proving that it reach more than 3,000 Fahrenheit way more than the SABOT rounds they just fired from the sky, he then move towards the soldiers which didn't wait for a "fire" instruction and open fire without mercy, they were soldiers but mortals that were scared….they were shooting for their life, New York like Mogadishu and Beirut before then had turned into a urban war field….and casualties were always high.
Batman quickly held Wonder Woman's arm to stand up…he was shaky but his mind was sharp as always….he was trying to control the situation, even if he did knew in his heart he didn't stand a chance... it was like reasoning with a tornado.
-Are you ok? - Q's asked looking into Huntress eyes without checking external injuries.
-Yes…what happened? - She replied with genuine concern.
-We are in a battle zone…we need to move out…now- Q responded with his peculiar tone of dry wit, his mask is faceless and yet she could felt his fear.
-But…there is nobody left to fight- Huntress's word came out of disbelieve.
-Baby, there is always someone left to fight- Q replied with certainty.
Huntress suddenly looked around and a cold shingle came through her spine when she saw Superman attacking US Army soldiers…they've gone too far. Even someone like her hell-bent on vengeance realize they've gone too far, there is no turning back.
Washington
The president was a practical man, he didn't want to go in history as the man "who made this or screw that" he wanted a tactical approach on things…that is why he went ahead with the Cadmus initiative…if he knew the consequences he would never have accepted the plan that Amanda Waller presented…. Where is she? He asked the main officer in the room…an admiral.
-Give 5 minutes- The Admiral replied with confidence.
-You have 2 minutes- he tone of the president was harsh and dry… he demanded answer…fast
He then walked around the room trying to grasp the political implications of his actions of the last couple of day, first he could pin most of the blame on Cadmus, for that he will call the FBI and Homeland Security….. He did smiled…a couple of years ago the idea would have felt disgusting to himself, but he knew better, sometimes decision must be made, you don't get points for being nice on the real world.
He could cover up pretty much anything but he will have to face the death of the civilians on national soil fared up even higher than Vietnam in the public eye, that alone would get his administration down to his knees but would ultimately allowed the registration act against the metahumans, he needed footage on the wreckage.
The Admiral came running towards the president, he's face was tense….he waited for the president to face him.
-Preliminary reports suggest that Amanda Waller is dead- The Admiral told the president.
-What? When? Did she die on an explosion? - The president concern was genuine en he heard that an explosion had occurred in the military facility.
-It seemed she died before the explosion, sharp object to the torso… preliminary intelligence tell us it was a steel arrow through the heart- The Admiral replied.
-Lucky %^&*(- The president muttered in a low voice…leave me, at the end of the day it was down to one man making one call.
Gehenna
-We must stop him- J'onn quickly told the surrounding group…everyone was in shock after the demise of Flash, they knew that it was the first step into becoming the "justice Lords" taking power instead of being an device of hope….not much hope around here these days.
-Thanks for stating the obvious- Q responded with disdain.
-You think because I'm not human I don't care? - J'onn responded with skepticism.
-No, I think you're comfortable with the idea that your loved one is out of harm's way- Q respondedand touched J'onn on the shoulder….he then whispered: -Please take her away, at least something of us lives- J'onn felt the desperation on Q' Soul….he was not only protecting her, he was protecting the baby….he was making a choice for the next generation.
J'onn quickly understood this and caught Huntress off guard by the arm and swept her away trying to fly as fast as he could, she got caught by surprised and as soon as they left the ground she screamed: I hate you Q! I really hate you! Why are you doing this! I came back! I won't leave you!
-I love you too Huntress- He said to himself with tears covering his eyes….
Q quickly got next to Batman who was now standing straight he knew that if Superman got out of the contention zone it would be too late…so far the Amy had done a piss poor job trying to stop him, can't blame them.
Wonder Woman was caressing Batman shoulder…she was holding him gently trying to protect his injured arm… they've grown intimate….maybe the last hour had proved something hey knew for a long time, maybe they didn't want to face all along….that they were in love….she cried in silence knowing that possibly the moment was too short to enjoy, to sweet to remember and it would become poison on her soul once it's over, humans were feeble and delicate and their youth is misspent on stupid things….but she knew that she would not be able to live without him…. She had surrender her heart to this mortal man….he touch her gently and kissed her in the forehead….she understood that the arm was fragile…she had to let go.
As soon as she left her Batman run towards the Superman with a power and a determination that seemed impossible a moment ago, it was a suicide…Diana quickly tried to stop him but was held back by John using the remaining energy on his ring…she looked back with ayes filled with rage.
-Leave me- She screamed. His grip was strong but so was her will.
-No…I can't…do this- John Stewart was summoning all his concentration to keep her in check….he didn't have to talk with "The Batman". He was the real deal, a real hero, someone who had the guts to sacrifice himself for the good of other… he was the fabric legends were made of.
-He is going to kill himself!!- Diana's voice was heard around the entire block. Superman noticed and shifted his point of view toward the menace.
He moved ready for the attack, his hands open….his determination visible.
Batman got his hand into the utility belt…. a green flash comes to mind, his mind sharp…his passion unleashed like a predator coming back to the jungle.
They both go out against each other with the world holding his breath at the imminent outcome.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Please….please…review if you like this story.