Jumper – The Next Level
Please note that I do not own the rights to any of the characters that are Steven Gould's creations. I do own Regan McGowan and others that I've made up. I will stay true to Steven's genius though and try and combine the movie and books.
This jumps off from the film but I'm using ideas from the books throughout. Let me know what you guys think – honestly!
I must say thanx for the reviews, I'm glad that you all are enjoying my fic. Let's hope it you enjoy the next chapter just as much!
I hope you all enjoyed your Xmas and New Year.
Regan's head began to spin as she heard voices murmuring around her.
"If am dead heaven is one loud place" thought Regan as she chuckled to herself only to regret as it made her whole body scream with pain.
Regan tentatively opened one eye to survey her surroundings. After her eyesight adjusted to the harsh artificial light, Regan's heart jolted as she recognised her surroundings. It wasn't her cell. It was home. Well the medical suite at least. But it was home.
"Sarah, she's waking up" a female voice whispers.
As Regan's eyes focused, she saw the voice belonged to a petite brunette girl smiling down at her.
"Hi" croaked Regan
"Hey sleepy head" Sarah said as she started checking Regan's vitals. "Are you cool to sit up?"
"Sure"
Regan eased her body up slowly.
"I'll get the boys" the brunette girl ran off
Regan looked at Sarah expectantly.
"That's Millie; she came here with David Rice. I know David Rice. That I can't believe. Actually she was in this bed not 24 hours ago. I'm so glad you're home Regan. We've all missed you" Sarah grabbed Regan and hugged her tight.
"It's good to be back but doc, this show of emotion is killing me" gasped Regan as her ribs exploded.
"Sorry" Sarah smiled wiping a tear from her eyes "I just know Scott is so happy you are safe"
At the mention of his name, Scott jumped into the room closely followed by Griffin. Both of their faces full of concern.
"GRIFFIN"
Regan leaps from her bed and throws her arms round Griffin's neck knocking him back slightly.
"This wasn't a good idea" Regan wheezes before collapsing.
"Jesus McGowan" Griffin quickly grabs her. He gently places Regan on the bed.
"Let's not do that again" warns Sarah "You're badly injured Ace, It's not a good idea to go leaping into people's arms. OK?"
"Yeah yeah whatever" replied Regan waving off Sarah's concern.
Scott lingered. He desperately wanted to hold his little sister. Comfort her. Instead Scott thrusts both his hands roughly into his pockets.
"Is she ok" Scott asked gruffly not looking at Regan, instead directing his questions to Sarah who was presently checking Regan's blood pressure.
"Her bp is high but that's expected. A few days observation and you'll be fighting fit Regan. Although I want to discuss some of your scars" said Sarah.
"Scars? What scars?"
Regan's face reddened at her brother's shocked voice. Subconsciously she pulled her medical robe closer around her body.
"There's nothing to discuss Sarah, I'm fine"
"You sure McGowan?" Griffin said gently
"Yes I'm sure, just hungry, man I could eat a horse" Regan jokes.
Sighing Sarah picks up her clipboard that was lying on the bed next to Regan's.
"Fine, I need to check on a few things" She points at Regan "You are to rest young lady"
Turning to Scott as she leaves the medical suite
"I'll be late to the ops room, but just start without me"
"Start what without her" asks Regan
Before Griffin can answer, Scott glares at him
"Nothing" snaps Scott "Can you give us a few minutes please Griffin, I need to talk to my sister ALONE"
"Uh, sure... I'll check on you soon kid" Griffin says before he jumps leaving a scar in his wake.
After a few moments of awkward silence, Scott sighs then sits in the seat next to Regan.
"I need to talk to you about Roland" Scott asked quietly
"ROLAND" barked Regan. Her voice boomed off the walls and one of the children in the cot in the far corner started crying "What's he got to do with anything."
Chelsea jumps into the room immediately and scoops up the screaming baby.
"Will you guys please be quiet!" whispers Chelsea harshly
"Geez sorry Chels" Regan quips sardonically
Chelsea gives her a cheeky finger before jumping from the room with the baby in her arms.
"Roland's dead Regan" Scott says "And when we found you, you were holding a gun. I need to know how you got that gun?"
"I... I... don't remember Scott, honestly I don't"
"What do you remember then?"
"Well after the Asshole conveniently let me out of my cell, and I sent Griffin here, my mind goes blank. I remember defending the wormhole but that's it."
Scott knew this information from Griffin and to think that slimy little git William put his hands on her body made him want to punch someone.
"Why did you send Griffin here?" Scott said, his voice slightly strained
"I thought you'd be pleased, Griff will be a great asset to your team"
"It wasn't to say you loved me"
Regan paled
"I'm sorry, I ... I thought"
"You were going to die" interrupts Scott. Jumping to the other side of the bed, Scott starts pacing, anger bubbling. He clenches his fists. "Fuck sake Regan. I told you not to go after that bastard. But did you listen. Fuck no. You have to do what you fucking want to do. Screw everyone else"
Regan's eyes sting with tears at her brother's harsh words. Shame sinking into her heart at the truth behind his pain is realised.
"Scott, I wanted to kill him and you were talking about regrouping and tactics. You were taking too long" bits Regan
"You didn't think that I wanted to wring his fucking neck. He used you to kill our parents. I wanted to unleash all kinds of imaginable pain. But I couldn't just dive off into the deep end. I had responsibility unlike some" Scott yells looking away.
"I'm sorry Scott, I really am. But I've paid for my mistakes; trust me when I say that!" Regan jumps to her brother and makes him face her.
Looking into his sister's eyes, Scott can see how Regan has paid for her misjudgement. His anger melts away as Scott takes his sister into his arms,
"I know, Ace but I'm still angry. I need time" Scott hugs his sister gently. Abruptly he ends the embrace.
"I've got to go. I promised to give David and Millie the grand tour. Please rest Ace"
Scott helps Regan back into bed.
"Yeah who is this David Rice by the by?" Regan smiles at her big brother
"Griffin didn't tell you then, he's the famed jumper who moved a building. We've been tracking him since his bout with Griffin"
"Hold on a moment, he's the guy that put Griffin in the power-lines. Do you think it's such a hot idea putting them together?"
"I think they've called a truce. Now rest" Scott kisses Regan on the head.
XOXOXOXOXO
"Can you explain yourself please" boomed a female voice
Mr X stands in a dimly lit room. He is surrounded by twelve chairs, each filled by a cloaked person. A chandelier hangs low and red drapes cover the walls.
"Brethren I implore you, not to be irrational about this"
"Irrational? Your actions cost us one of the greatest Paladins, not to mention a few jumpers" barked another member
"Roland was a religious nut that risked exposure numerous times, he needed to be contained" smirked Mr X "Moreover releasing the jumpers was a calculated risk"
"A calculated risk?"
"I have reached an interesting turn in my research, Brethren let me show you"
Mr X clicks his fingers and two Paladins enter the ceremonial room dragging a hooded person. Mr X whisks off the hood.
"I know you will recognise my son William and the reason why I've brought him to you"
"Dad what the fuck is going on here" screams William, his face still sporting a black eye from his time in the dome
His father back hands his face making William's neck snap to the left and his nose to burst.
"You will not insult me boy with your foul language" Mr X turns to the Brethren "As per your instructions when you hired me, I examined the DNA of the jumpers to find whether their ability was genetic"
"And what did you find" enquires the cloaked figure to his right
"That not only can I find the genetic glitch that gives these rodents the ability to jump, I can give it" His Cheshire cat grin growing bigger
"What exactly does that mean?" the figure growing agitated at Mr X's dramatic flare
"I can alternate anyone's DNA signature and give them the ability to jump" With this statement, Polanski swans into the room carrying a stun gun and a needle. She hands the needle to Mr X who injects the contents of the needle into his son's arm. William tries to struggle but the other two Paladins hold him tighter. William starts to squirm as the formula starts to take effect and he is thrown roughly to the floor. William screams as if his limbs and bones were on fire.
"This formula only seeks to create a greater problem for the Brethren, don't you think?" asks the female voice
William has grown quiet when suddenly he disappears only to reappear behind the chairs.
"What did you do to me you monster" William jumps and hurtles himself towards his father clasping his hand around Mr X's neck.
Before he can squeeze tighter, Polanski shoots him with the gun. Sparks fly and William once more drops to the ground. Mr X steps over his limp body and turns to the Brethren.
"Ah my sister, don't you understand, as the lord giveth he can take away" smirks Mr X
"You can get take away their ability to jump" says the woman astounded "This is astounding"
"We can eradicate the vermin, and then keep the ability for ourselves" states Mr X
"This is mad, we cannot condone this" shouts one of the members
"You cannot do this." Shouts another
"Only God should have this ability" shouts a third
"Brethren I do not need your permission" roars Mr X
Mr X snaps his fingers causing the three paladins to open fire on the unsuspecting members
"This is sacrilege" cries a dying man
"No this is progress" says Mr X before stepping out of the room
Moments later, he is joined by Polanski. She turns to her boss
"It is done sir, there are no witnesses left" informs Polanski
"Let's go my dear, we have had an eventful day" laughs Mr X as he places Polanski's arm in his.
"Go where sir?" smiles Polanski
"Anywhere is Possible" before they teleport from the headquarters.