Chapter 03- Beginnings
And another one bites the dust.
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Weyland Industries
Division 4
"So," the scientist started, cleaning his glasses. "The tests show that the subject does indeed have DNA from several creatures in him. The DNA has altered his body in ways that we may never know or even replicate. This is a true case of where nature has beat science in creating something."
"Will we be able to see any changes in his physical structure?"
"The changes will not be visible to the naked eye," he replied. "The results tell us that the basilisk venom has made his blood among the most potent poison on the planet. The phoenix tears have given him an immunity to most, if not all poisons. He may get a slight stomach ache when exposed to some deadly poison. Though, his magic is the most unique thing."
"How so?"
"His magic adapts to most anything. It's almost like it's alive," he said. "He would be able to survive longer than us without food or water. It's wonderful."
"I'm happy that you're happy," a board member said. "But what else is there to know? That can't be all you have to report. I've been hearing rumors about him that I'd really like to know if they are true or not."
"Well, we would need to run some more tests, but I'm sure that most viruses would not survive in his body. Parasites would be destroyed almost instantly. Because of that, we will have to introduce any new DNA one at a time and do it very carefully to ensure that it takes."
"What can we do for him? What DNA can we introduce?"
"The Demiguise DNA will give him the natural ability of invisibility," he said. "From what we understand, he can already do that but it takes a spell or a special cloak. There will not always be time to do that and that will be when this skill is a great asset to have. We will also be introducing Re'em blood. We expect that will not only toughen up his skin but increase his strength exponentially. His speed would increase gradually. There may be a few side effect but they won't show up for several years."
"Good," the board member said. "When can you start the process?"
"The first procedure will start tomorrow morning at eight and will proceed from there. It should take nine hours to complete it," he said. "After that, it will be at least three days until he can get out of bed. Then a few more until the new DNA takes effect. Once we know how the DNA reacts to his body, we will then be able to start testing on non-magicals. Though, we will never be able to enhance the body of a non-magical to the point that we are doing here. Magic is the one thing that we can't replicate or control."
"That is the reason that Mr. Potter will be the only magical that we test this on. And he will be under our watch to ensure that nothing happens to accidentally spread his gifts to others."
"Yes, there is that. Any women he might take to bed and any children that result from said action would gain abilities similar to his. Albeit, slowly. They would emerge over time instead of at once like we are doing here.
"We'll handle that. Keep us informed of any changes."
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The next day
"Doctor, the patient is responding positively to the DNA fusion," the nurse said. "His heart rate spiked at one point but returned to normal a few seconds later."
"Good," the doctor said as he made a few notes in the file. "As soon as he is ready, move him to the isolation room. Be sure that no one enters the room unless the guards are present. He will be in and out for the next few days and will not know what's going on around him. We can't take a chance of him hurting any of the staff. His enhanced strength might show up early and I'll not be responsible for some fool not paying attention."
"Yes sir," the nurse said as she readied the straps.
"And make sure that he gets plenty to eat over the next few days. More than likely, he'll eat enough for an entire squad of marines."
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Three days later
"Urgh," Harry groaned as he tried to sit up. Failing that, he noticed that he was in a hospital room, restrained to the bed. "That hurts."
"Don't try to sit up," a female voice said. "We need to run a few tests and have the doctor look at you first. Once he has given his approval, we'll work a schedule out for you. We need to get you used to your new muscles. Can't have you trying to open a door and pulling it off the hinges."
"I feel like I've been riding the Knight Bus for the entire day," Harry said as he tried to fight off the headache that he was currently experiencing. "And that might actually be funny. The pulling the door off its hinges, that is."
"Well, I'm not too sure what a Knight Bus is," the nurse said as she checked the readings on the computer, "but if it's anything like a Mack truck, I can only image what your head feels like."
"Mack truck?" he asked. "I've never heard of one of those before. And where are you from? Your accent isn't anything I've heard before."
"Ah," she said. "I forget I'm not back home in the States. I'm from Texas. And I'm not sure if you have Macks over here, but they are a brand of large trucks."
"Ah," he said. "That explains everything. I don't get out much."
"I'm sure it does," she said, grinning. "Now you lay back while I go get the doctor. If he agrees, I'll have some ice cream brought up."
"Thanks," he said as he adjusted his pillow with his head.
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"Greetings Mr. Potter," the doctor said as he walked in the room. "How are we feeling today?"
"Like my entire body was compressed into a small place," Harry said, stiffly. "All of my muscles are tight and sore. I've never felt this bad before."
"That's to be expected," the doctor said. "It'll pass soon enough. We'll be starting your physical therapy tomorrow morning. Your body has taken to the procedure better than expected."
"That's good, I guess."
"Yes, it is. We will need to get your body used to its new muscles. For a short time it will seem like everything is easier to do."
"How about the other things that you put in me?" he asked. "The Re'em and Demiguise DNA."
"Well, the Re'em DNA will provide the strength as I've just mentioned," he answered. "You'll need to watch your steps at first also. Your speed will have increased, though we aren't sure to what point. We estimate it might be somewhere as fast as a car."
"So, I only get fast, not super speed?" Harry grinned.
"That sounds about right," the doctor said, matching Harry's grin. "So no trying to outrun a speeding bullet or run on water. You're not that fast."
"Dang," Harry said. "One can dream."
"That we can," the doctor said before moving on. "The Demiguise powers will be something that you need to work on yourself. As we can't speak with them, we have no idea how they activate their power. We suspect that it might be will power."
"If you say so," Harry said.
"Don't worry about it," the doctor laughed. "It will come in due time. Now I have to return to the lab and go over these results some more. I've been told that you have some ice cream coming. Enjoy."
"Thanks," Harry said.
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A month later
"So, am I ready yet?" Harry asked as he paced back and forth. "I feel like I could take on the world."
"I'm sure you do," Captain Wells said as he read over the reports on the young man that was currently trying to drive him insane with his constant pacing. "The point is that while you are almost invincible, your knowledge of spells is laughable compared to Voldemort. He has had over half a century to acquire his knowledge. And you must remember, you aren't Superman."
"Then you're saying that this was all for nothing," Harry said, angry. The drugs were having a funny effect on him. One second he was happy and the next he was feeling like he wanted to jump into fight. It was at the point that the nurses asked him slow down when he was working out. Fixing him was no longer necessary, the holes in the wall and ceiling was going to be hard to explain to the funding board.
"Not at all," Wells said. "While you were working on the physical aspects, we've been working on acquiring the spells you will need. I personally handled this aspect of the research. I want to make sure that you come out of this alive."
"But I don't have time to learn them all," Harry said. "He is out there killing people. If I wait too long, he will be unstoppable. Your people won't even let me know anything about the outside world. For all I know, he has already taken over."
"I assure you that he has not taken over," Wells said. "We have agents that are keeping an eye on the magical sectors. They have reported that he is stepping up his attacks but the Ministry and Dumbledore's Order are keeping him at bay for the moment."
"Well, that's good," Harry said.
"Yes, we have time. Not much, but it's something," Wells said. "And I've got some good news. I've talked with my counterparts in the States, Russia, Japan, and Australia. They've all agreed to send over several tutors to work with you on the program that we've laid out for you."
"How long will this training program take," Harry asked.
"Two months," Wells said after checking his file. "It's not much but at least you will have a fighting chance. During your training, you will not be learning anything that requires rituals. This will be strictly combat training. In combat you don't have time to do long incantations. Simple and easy will do it."
"Great," Harry said. "I can't wait to start."
"Oh, one more thing," Wells said. "Your disappearance has caused quite a stir. The Order is looking for you while the Ministry is toting you as the next dark lord. Voldemort hasn't made any moves to find you, at least from what we can tell."
"At least something good is going on."
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End Chapter 03
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Edited on 04-02-11