Chapter 3: Unusual Perspectives

(Mira's P.O.V)

He passed. Mr. Incredible beat the Omindroid. It was a close call, he nearly got thrown in lava. I admit I was impressed and so was Syndrome.

"Surprising, we must bring him back. Sound the all clear. And invite him to dinner." Syndrome added and my Aunt nodded.

'You're welcome to join us Mira.' She thought I shook my head. 'No, I don't want to...make a mistake again.' I thought back. She nodded and we walked out. I quickly went to my room and entered my mind-scape again.

It felt warmer this time, much warmer. I looked around and saw it was all white. Maybe a hint of blue. I undid the hood of my cloak and started walking forward. As I suspected, it seemed to go on forever. I decided to just meditate again but I heard a sound. I turned and saw nothing behind me. I used my powers to see if I felt anyone's mind within my range, but I didn't feel anything. Taking a cautious step forward, I kept walking.

"Hi Mira."

I whipped my head around and aimed a punch behind me, only to be met with air. My eyes widened and l looked around only to find nothing.

"Over here."

I turned again and saw a tiny figure in the distance. I could barely make it out, so I tried using my powers again, bug was met with nothing.

"Who are you?! And how are you in my head?!" I yelled and ran over to it, but when I came close to whatever it was it zipped further back. I stopped running an stared.

"Huh?" I muttered.

"Do not be afraid, I mean you no harm." It said again and I couldn't feel a mind yet it's voice was filled with emotion. I then sat down on the ground and sighed.

"Okay, but why are you here. No one can enter my mind-scape. Not even my Aunt." I said and I heard a little clanking noise. Was he walking?

"I'm not like other people, but I want to talk to you." It said again. I realized that he sounded like a kid.

"Um okay, but who are you?" I asked again he giggled.

"I'm a friend. And I know you have great power, but why aren't you using them for good?" He asked. I sighed internally hoping he couldn't hear that.

"I don't know if you noticed, but back at home 'using powers for good' isn't really encouraged." I huffed. I heard the clanking again.

"Why does that stop you?" He asked. "...It's complicated..." I muttered. The clanking continued before it stopped and I looked down and gasped.

"You're a...lamp?" I asked. He giggled. "And you're a person." He then jumped around me.

"Come on let's play now!" He cried happily and I stared.

"Who are you?" I asked again. The lamp stopped and looked at me for a moment. At least I think he is, the bulb is facing me. He then jumped up to me.

"I'm a friend, but how can you understand me?" He asked.

"Uh...what? You're talking now aren't you?" I asked, getting more confused. "Sort of, but others only here whistles and clicks. You are hearing me speak." He said and jumped up and down.

"Um...maybe it had something to do with my powers, but I don't know. Just what is going on?" I asked, failing my arms around in frustration and standing up again.

"Oh...okay, do you want to play?" He asked and I sighed.

"I'm sorry." I said and slumped to the ground. "I don't think I'm up for it."

"Why not?" He asked and jumped next to me.

"Well, I never played with anyone, and I can't stay in the mind-scape for long..." Just as I finished I felt my head spike and jumped up.

"What's wrong?" The lamp asked in a concerned voice.

"I have to go." I said simply and closed my eyes.

"Oh...I hope to see you again. And my name...,it's Luxo."

My eyes shot open and I sighed. That was weird, who ever thought of a talking lamp? Or a moving one at that. I felt my stomach grumble and decided that I should get something to eat. I walked through the halls and heard familiar voices talking. I opened the door a crack and saw my Aunt eating dinner with Mr. Incredible.

"I was just wondering, of all the places to settle down why live...?" Mr. Incredible asked.

"In a volcano? He's attracted to power. As am I it's a weakness we share." My Aunt explained. "In fact I have a niece that has powers, though I'm afraid she hasn't been able to live a normal life." She added.

Part of me wanted to scream at her to stop but the other part wanted me to see what his reaction would be. So I waited and listened.

"Oh, I didn't know that. What powers does she have? If I may ask." I leaned my head in further to hear better.

"Mind reading, maybe you heard of the hero Echowave?" My Aunt Mirage asked fingering her glass.

"Oh, yeah...I met him once or twice. Though his final battle was a tragedy..." Mr. Incredible said sadly. My eyes widened, he cared...he was upset about my fathers death? My Aunt Mirage then noticed my presence.

"Mira, would you like to join us?" She asked gesturing to the food. Mr. Incredible turned in his seat and gave my a friendly smile. I blushed at the fact that I was caught and shook my head before backing out of the room and closing the door. I made my way to the kitchen and opened the fridge. I grabbed some fruit and walked back to my room. Once I got there I ate my apple and cuddled Fluff.

This was a strange night.

Author's Note:

*Hiding from rotten tomatoes* I'm sorry I've kept you waiting! Please don't hate me. I know it's been slow, but I have other stories I work on. I'm sure you fellow brilliant authors understand that it's hard to juggle more than one story. Anyway, please leave a review, I would really appreciate hearing you thoughts on this.

And as a side note, keep an eye on my Finding Nemo stories. *wink *wink.