Jurassic Bostin
It was 8 p.m at night, the moon was full and bright, tonight everything seemed peaceful for most. Emphasis on "seemed", because for some people they were having one of the worst of nights. As their homes were in the process of being destroyed.
An apartment building was on fire. The fire department was hard at work trying to extinguish the flames. Those that weren't putting the flames out were using their abilities to carry as many people as they could while administering first-aid.
A crowd of people were watching, some lived there, some didn't, and were there just to film the whole thing.
How did the fire start? Nobody knows. All they knew was that people were still inside.
Old Firefighter: Stay together! Don't separate!
Said one of the firefighter's inside the apartment building. He and one other fellow firefighter went into the burning complex to save the two civilians that couldn't escape in time. A Mother and her Son.
Suddenly, a loud crash happened caused by someone being sent flying right in front of them. But for some reason they came from the floor below them and were sent to the one above. The firefighter's could tell from that alone that there was a fight going on in the building.
Old Firefighter: What the hell!? People are fighting here!?
The damage from the fight caused debris to fall from the ceiling and blocked their path.
Old Firefighter: Damnit!
Rookie Firefighter: Move out the way!
The rookie firefighter moved forward and was about to use his ability to move the debris. However the older one stopped him.
Old Firefighter: Stop you fool! With your ability, you'll cause more debris to fall! At least let me see what's on the other side!
Rookie Firefighter: Get off!
He snarled at the older man.
Rookie Firefighter: I can do this just fine!
He walked up to the debris and used his ability. A repulsive force emanated from his body pushing the wreckage, the other firefighter and the civilians back. The force of his ability also caused some more damage to the burning estate.
Rookie Firefighter: See!
He turned around just in time to see that the ceiling was about to give out from above the family.
Rookie Firefighter: SHIT!
The rookie was about to rush towards them but something or more specifically someone saved them before he did.
The three on the floor realized that the falling ceiling wasn't crushing them for some reason.
They all look up to see John(?) in his John Battery form, holding up the debris. Of course nobody knew it was John.
John Battery: Yo! Everybody alright?
Everyone was shocked by the sudden appearance of this strange creature. They were staring at something completely alien to them.
Old Firefighter: W-what are you?
John Battery: The guy that doesn't want to see y'all bite it. And probably the only person.
He said as he gave a death glare towards the rookie. That same rookie could only look away and hang his head down in shame.
John Battery dropped the debris out of the way and helped everyone up.
John Battery: Do you know if anyone else is in here?
Everyone was still disturbed by John's apprentice but the older man spoke.
Old Firefighter: N-no… No one else is here. Only these two.
John Battery: Okay where do we go from here? Got any advice, old-timer.
Old Firefighter: The staircase is out of the commission! We need to get to a window! This way!
Everyone followed the elder including the rookie. They were about to make it to the window, until two flying biorids cut them off.
Old Firefighter: You got to be kidding me! What's going on here!?
John Battery: You wouldn't believe me if I told you. Stand back!
John steps forward to challenge the bots.
John Battery: You're all going to the scrapyard!
John generates electricity from his hands and tail. But instead of blasting them away he sent the electricity in waves. And sent the two robots out the window, without causing too much damage.
John Battery: Didn't know electricity could put out fires! But that's cool either way!
The rookie firefighter was amazed at what he saw. This monster did the same thing as him, it was strong enough to send the robots back but weak enough to not cause anything to claspes. And it's doing this without full knowledge of its own ability.
Everyone moves closer to the window.
John Battery: Everyone hold on!
He said as he grabbed all four of them. Making sure he had a good hold on everyone, John leapt out of the building and onto the hood of one of the fire trucks and then the ground.
Once safely on the ground and out of the burning building he released everyone.
The public seeing this wasn't expecting to see John Battery here. Ignoring the public, he looks back towards the blazing building.
John Battery: (I wonder.) Everybody, stand back!
John used both hands, both antennas, and his tail to charge as much electricity as he could. When he felt like he had enough for his plan to work, he fired off another electrical wave. Only difference being it was big enough to affect the building as a whole.
A minute later the fire was put out.
John Battery: Alright! Now that's what I'm talking about!
Fire Chief: Hey! Is everyone alright!?
The Chief asked with worry and caution in his voice. He was trying desperately to not make eye contact with John out of fear.
Old Firefighter: We're all okay here boss! This guy saved us.
John stepped back when he heard that.
John Battery: I… wouldn't say "saved" more like… cleaning up my own mess.
Old Firefighter: What!? What do you mean!?
John Battery: Well those robots were after me. So…
Fire Chief: Robots? You mean those things?
He pointed at the two destroyed biorids on the ground.
John Battery: Ya.
Fire Chief: I don't know anything about them,... but I can say they didn't start the fire.
John Battery: What!? But I was fighting them and-
Rookie Firefighter: It wasn't them… Our station isn't too far from here. We saw three guys robbing that jewelry store on the next block.
The rookie said, speaking up of the fight time in a while.
Rookie Firefighter: It didn't take us long to figure out what happened. Especially, when one of them used their ability to mess up our hose.
He said pointing to the ruined hose.
This was new information to John. He was so focused on everything else he didn't notice that.
John Battery: (The hell!? They set people's homes on fire… to cover their asses!?)
John tightened his fist in anger hearing this.
John Battery: (Those bastards…! I'll-)
Little Boy: Excuse me. Mr.Monster hero.
He was pulled from his thoughts when he the child he helped save tug on his tail.
John Battery: Huh?
Little Boy: I just wanted to say thanks for helping us.
John Battery: But I…
Little Boy: Can I know your name..
John Battery: What? Kid I'm not a her-
*BEEP*BEEP*BEEP*BEEP*BEEP*BEEP*
He stopped at the sound of the beeping.
John Battery: *Oh no!*
He started to panic for a second until someone spoke up.
William: Hey! Feedback!
He recognized the voice belonging to his father.
William: Shouldn't you be going somewhere!?
He realized his father was giving him a way out. Being grateful he took it.
Feedback: Ya! What that guy said! My name's Feedback! Well gotta run!
He quickly jumps onto the truck and again on a nearby utility pole, which he uses to jump on the roof of another building. Once there the watch times out and John reverts back to his human form.
John: I feel like that sound is going to get really annoying.
*Phone ringing*
John: Dad, is that you?
William: *It is. You okay on your end?*
John: Ya, no one saw me transform. Also where did you get the name "Feedback" from?
William: *It just came to me on the spot.*
In the past few days, with the continuous attacks from the robots. People have begun to take notice of them and of John's ten transformations.
John William, not wanting people to know about the monster watch, started to make names for them. Feedback was the last one they made a name for.
William: *Anyway, you got away before anybody saw you. So I say it worked out.*
William: *John…?*
As William was calling out to his son, John was paying attention to something else.
Off in the distance he could see a helicopter flying over the area like it was chasing something. His mind goes back to what he was told about the fire. That it was started by robbers as a distraction.
William: *John…?*
John: It's nothing Dad... I'll see you at home.
William: *What do-?*
He hangs on the phone.
Somewhere else, the local authorities were in the middle of a high-speed pursuit of a single red car. Inside were three individuals all wearing masks. Two of which were aiming at the authorities chasing them.
Robber 1: Shit! Why didn't you start the fire on time like I told you moron!?
Robber 2: I. Told. You. It was because I was attacked by a killer ROBOT!
Robber 3: WILL THE TWO OF YOU CEASE YOUR PETTY SQUABBLE!
The robber in the backseat yelled out.
Robber 3: You keep your eyes in front and on the road! You assist me with the shooting!
The 3rd robber stuck their head out the window and took a deep breath. Then out came a bright orange sphere that was heading right towards one of the chasing cars.
The 2nd robber joined them by aiming his finger at one of the vehicle's front tires. He was able to get a clean hit which caused the car to crash into one of its fellow officers.
Robber 3: Excellent! So long as no high rankers come as reinforcements before we meet at the rendezvou point, the mission will be completed fellas!
John Ghost: What makes you think you deserve to get away after what you did? You piece of crap!
Robber 3: I beg your pardon?
The 3rd robber, startled by the unfamiliar voice, looked around him but couldn't pinpoint where the voice came from.
Robber 3: Say, did either of-?
Suddenly he was yanked out of the car window by the head. The 2nd robber looked up to see what had taken his partner in crime.
Robber 2: A… ghost!?
Robber 3: Put me down! Release me this instant!
Ghostfreak: What's wrong? Don't tell me, you're afraid of old Ghostfreak?
The robber struggles to get free, eventually resorting to firing an attack aimed at John's face. John responds by making his head and torso intangible.
Ghostfreak: I'll take that as a yes… Good. You should be.
John throws him in the air then moves in to catch him using his claws, piercing flesh in the process.
Once the robber was back in his hands, John plummeted downwards as fast as he could slamming the robber into a parked car. John was able to avoid taking damage but using his intangibility again.
Back with the two remaining criminals were arguing about something. The 2nd robber was trying to convince the other that their partner was abducted by a ghost.
Robber 1: I don't believe this… First, it was robots with you…! Now it's ghost…! GHOST!
Robber 2: But I know what I saw!
Robber 1: Well I know that you're… losing your damn mind! Not that you ever had it to begin with! Always reading those damn comics! Just admit that he fell out the window working double time because you're too busy talking nonsense!
Robber 2: It's not nonsense!
Robber 1: Why are you-!?
Ghostfreak: "Right?" Is that what you were about to say?
Robber 1: No I…!
He paused when he heard the unfamiliar voice.
Robber 1: Please tell me you turned on the radio.
Robber 2: Don't look in the back seat! Some say if you do not make eye contact they won't hurt you.
The driver thighed his grip on the wheel, a little fearful due to what his partner said. However, curiosity got the better of him, as he ignored his partner's warning. He looks into the rearview mirror to see Ghostfreak. Seating where their third member was.
Robber 1: Holy-
Ghostfreak used his claws to grab the face of the driver. He slowly dug the claws deeper into his face causing the car to go out of control.
Robber 2: Let him go! You vile specter!
He aimed at Ghostfreak and hastily shot at him in his shoulder.
Ghostfreak: Ahh! You piece of-! Oh shit!
The car runs over a hydrant and crashes straight into the side of a building. Stopping the vehicle on impact.
The two of them slowly crawl out of the car, injured and now wet due to hitting the hydrant. The 2nd robber limps towards his partner. He takes him by the shoulder and talks to him.
Robber 2: I…*ha*... told you so.
Robber 1: Shut up well ya.
John rushed towards the 2nd robber and slammed his head into the wall.
Ghostfreak: Don't think you can just walk away from this.
He drags the robber's head across the wall and throws him into the air. When he lands half his face is heavily damaged.
John then turned around and locked eyes with the final robber.
Robber 1: Wait a sec! Let's talk this out!
Ghostfreak: After what you did? I'm not in the mood to hear anything from your mouth.
In a panic the robber uses his ability to throw several quick punches. All of which strike nothing but air as John uses his intangible once more.
John eventually grabs him by the wrist, crushing it.
Robber 1: Gah!
The robber winces in pain.
Robber 1: Look, ghost guy! If you just hear me o-!
John grabs him by the shoulder and looks straight into his eyes.
Ghostfreak: I don't care about whatever excuse you got. You should know what I'm going to do next.
Dread and pain was the only thing he could still fear in his body. If he wasn't wearing a mask one would probably say he was crying.
All the robber could do at that point was hope and pray that what happens isn't as bad as what happened to his fellow criminals.
Unfortunately for him… it was worse.
John: I'm home!
Later in the day, John returned home. Before he could close the front door William ran up to him.
William: John!
John: Hey Dad. What's up?
He runs up to his son and grabs his head. He begins to inspect it, as though he is looking for anything abnormal about it.
John: Is… everything okay?
William: I'm just worried. I saw you on the news.
John: Ya, I guess that fire is going to be talked ab-
William: It's not just the fire… They're talking about what happened to the guys that started it.
Hearing his father, John looks at the news and sees what he was talking about. Although he already had a good idea.
News Reporter: Before the notorious trio known as "The Rob Boys" were apprehended by the authorities after robbing a jewelry store. They were all found in critical condition after a crash.
John: Oh!
Short-tempered Man: Hey open up!
Yelled the angry man standing outside an apartment.
Short-tempered Man: Yo Animo! I know you're in there! Open up!
He banged on the door harder.
Roger: It's your landlord, Roger! Open the door!
The man grew even more impatient. Grinding his teeth in anger.
Roger: Damned low-tiers.
He snarled as he pulled out his master key.
He opens the door and enters the apartment.
Roger: Aloysius Animo! Where are you!
He looks around the apartment trying to find the tenant while avoiding breaking and touching anything inside.
Not because he really cared about the tenants belongings. But because everything inside grossed him out. Especially with all the animals. Mainly reptiles and amphibians.
Roger: This place is disgusting! Smells like a zoo in here!
He walks closer to one of the tanks holding a frog inside.
Roger: Why does he need so many pets anyway…? At least they're all small.
As he looks at the frog he fails to notice a shadowy figure creeping up behind him. Only seeing them as their reflection from the tank comes into view.
Roger: *Gasp*!
Animo: How did you get in!?
He asked angrily.
Getting a hold of himself the landlord responded.
Roger: Master key. I rule this neighborhood, remember? Maybe not because your rent is six months past due!
Animo: All my funds go into my research. Now get out! You're disturbing me!
The self proclaimed landlord, furious at those words, grabbed the rude tenant by the collar of his shirt. With his ability active.
Roger: How dare you talk to me that way! You were disturbed long before I got here!
He throws Animo to that wall, cracking it in the process. The Doctor struggles to get back up.
Animo: Why you!
Roger: I don't want to hear what you have to say! So listen here Doc! You and your furry friends here will be out on the street unless you pony up the green! It's either that or I take what I can from here and sell it! Your choice!
The Doctor finally gets to two feet with the help of the table with the frog tank on it.
Animo: "pony up" you say.
He chuckles.
Animo: Interesting choice of phrases.
He reached for the frog and placed said frog on the floor outside its tank.
Animo: You must be an animal lover.
He takes something out of a nearby box and puts it on.
Animo: Then you're gonna love this.
The strange device is split in two pieces. The helmet looks like a strainer with headphones and two horns on it. While the chest part looks like a vest with a big dial on it.
The landlord seeing the gear, stairs for a moment before laughing.
Roger: *PHA AHAH AHAH!!* What's that!? *Aha!* You plan on becoming *Ha* one with the animals or something!?
Animo grinds his teeth in frustration and annoyance. When the landlord finally started to calm down he continued.
Animo: This is my Transmodulator. Phase #1, it enhances my ability to-
Roger: EnHanCEs yoUr AbIlitY, you say?
He said mockingly.
Roger: Last time I checked your ability only lets you understand animals. What good is enhancing something like that? You can't even fight with that kind of ability.
He continued to laugh at the doctor.
Animo: Correct! But that's not all it does. For you see, it also creates and accelerates mutations at the genetic level. Observer.
He power ups his ability and turns the dial. The horns on the helmet start to glow. Soon a ray of yellow energy hits the frog on the floor. The frog grows in size and gains horns and an extra set of eyes. The Mutant frog now towers over Roger.
He backs away shocked at what he sees before him.
Roger: What the hell is this!?
Animo: Beautiful isn't it. By the way… we've skipped lunch.
The mutant frog uses its tongue to snatch Roger and trap him in this mouth. Roger tries to break free with his ability but in a panicked state it was hard to get results.
As he tries his best, Animo couldn't help but laugh at his landlord's desperate attempts for freedom.
Animo: What's that? I can't hear you. Sounds like you have a frog in your throat… *Ha Ha Ha* or is that the other way around! *HA HA HA*
The mutant frog, tired of having Roger struggling, decided to spit him out. As a result Roger was sent flying across the room and slammed into the wall covered in mucus.
Due to the slime Roger finds it difficult to stand.
Roger: You… you're mad!
Animo: I'm! Not! MAD! I am a genius! A genius that has been robbed! And now I'm so close to having what is rightfully mine. All I need is a few lousy components to finish my work!
While the doctor was talking, Roger was able to get to his feet.
Roger: *You're going to pay for that doc.*
He lunged at the doctor but was stopped by the mutant frog. Now he was caught in its tongue once again.
Animo: Weren't you paying attention to what I said earlier you brutish buffoon!? My Transmodulator enhances my ability! That means I can now command those of the animal kingdom as well.
He said with a smile on his face.
Animo: Now then my wonderful amphibian friend. Take good care of him.
Roger: Animo! Wait!
The frog used its tongue to throw Roger out through the window and in the middle of the middle of the street.
Roger: (Shit that hurts! It got too many good hits in! I should run! I have no idea how to fight giant frogs!)
As stands back up the frog comes out from the window as well. The second it sees Roger trying to run, it chases him down the street.
John: I know you're mad about yesterday, and I'm sorry. I just lost it when I heard what they did.
That same day, William John were doing some shopping at the local U-Mart.
While they were looking for groceries, the two were in the middle of a discussion about what happened the other day.
William: John, I'm proud of you for saving those people and putting out the fire. And although it was reckless and dangerous. I'm proud that you stepped in and stopped those jewelry thieves. But you went too far!
John: I know that! But Dad! They burned down an apartment building with people inside! Just to make things easier for themselves to escape!
William: I understand that but you can't let your anger towards others dictate your actions like! All three of them have severe puncture wounds. Multiple broken bones. Heck, you messed up that last guy so badly they had to censor him! You didn't need to go that far right off the bat! You can't keep doing that!
John: I know! But still, those guys aren't like the kids from school! The guy's at school weren't so nice but at least they didn't go around setting homes on fire! So I lost my cool with some arsonists, it's not that big of a deal!
William: It is a big deal, John! What they did was horrible but you can't blow up like that! You used a level of force that was completely unnecessary! You're strong enough to where you could've easily stopped them without sending them to the E.R.! You can't do that!
He begins to lower his voice.
William: *Especially now with that watch…!* If people see you doing stuff like what you did earlier then you could end up in worse trouble then you were in before!
John: (Before!?)
When William said that it triggered the memory's of his Readjustment classes. Everything Keon said and did to him was still fresh in his mind. John began to tremble slightly, something that didn't go unnoticed by his father.
William: John? Hey, John? Are you okay?
He got no response. William's concern for his son grows.
William: (What is this?) John!?
John: *Gasp*
William: Finally, got a reaction. You okay there? You froze on me.
John: Um…
He struggled to find the words.
John: Ya… I'm fine… I'm gonna check out what they have in the snack aisle.
He walks away leaving William with a sense of worry.
Now that he was away from his father, John was alone with his thoughts.
John: (I get why Dad is upset but it's not like I could just let them get away with that crap. Unlike those guys from school those three were grown ass adults. They burned down people's homes for a bunch of stupid shiny rocks. Don't the people they hurt deserve justice or something?)
He walks past the electronics aisle and steps into the snack aisle. Once there he starts looking for anything he may want.
*CRASH*
He heard a loud crash and looked around but saw nothing. He then heard another crash but louder. Then another and another.
John: (The hell!? Is someone fighting in the store?)
Everything on the shelves starts to shake and fall to the floor. It wasn't long until the people inside were starting to panic.
John: (What is going on…!?)
He was now sensing aura from the other side of the wall. It wasn't very strong but something just told him to move.
Instinctively he moved away and was right to do so. As he witnessed the giant frog crashing through the wall with Dr.Animo on its back.
John simply stairs at the scene playing before him as it proves to be difficult for his or anyone's mind to process.
John: (Whoa… didn't see this coming.)
Animo jumped off of his mutated amphibian with a backpack in tow and walked over towards the electronics aisle. There he immediately started taking whatever he wanted from the store.
John: (The hell!? Is this guy robbing the store!? And where did that monster frog fr-!? Wait!)
It was then that an idea came into John's head. He looks at the watch for a moment.
John: (Frogs aren't that big! You can call that thing a monster.)
His eyes now completely fixated on the Doctor.
John: (That's it… that has to be… He's the one that made this watch!)
Now convinced the person he was staring at the creator of the watch. John was about to ask him to remove it but stopped when he remembered what he has been through since he got the watch.
He remembered all of the robots, as well as the attack on the campsite. He could feel his rage quickly rising as he stares daggers at the shoplifting Doctor.
John: (This motherf*cker! It's you! It has to be you!)
He runs over to Animo.
Animo: Ohh this will do even better than what I originally wanted.
John: YOU MOTHERF*CKER!! This is your fault isn't it!!?
John violently grabs Animo and punches him square in the face.
Animo: What!?
John: Fix this now!
He said while showing the watch to the doctor. Animo is shocked to be suddenly stopped by a random angry teen. And is very confused on why he's asking him to fix his watch.
Animo: What do I look like to you boy!? A horologist!? Unhand me this instant!
John then proceeds to strike the doctor once more while demanding he removes the watch.
Animo: I said unhand me boy! What I do is no business of yours!
John: ARE YOU KIDDING!? IT HAS EVERYTHING TO DO WITH YOU! DON'T JUST LEAVE YOUR SHIT WITH ME!!
John, not thinking clearly thighed his fist. His anger was hitting its boiling point.
John: You will get this thing off… I'll make sure of that!
He was about to strike the Doctor again. The doc braced for impact but before John's fist could make contact, John had a quick flash from his time as king. When he saw Animo he instead saw one of his many victims begging him to stop. John's stop at the last second but it wasn't simply because he realized what he was doing.
John's arm was caught by the Mutant Frog.
John: What the-!?
Using its tongue it picked John up which caused him to release the doctor. It started to spin him around up high.
Seeing this Animo couldn't help but laugh.
Animo: *HAHAHAHAHAHA* Good. Good. Now let him down gently.
The Mutant Frog flung John into one of the shelves causing it and all the others behind it to topple over like dominos. Multiple civilians were hurt, while others were narrowly able to escape harm by using their or being close to someone using their ability.
William was just in a different row of aisle when he witnessed this event.
William: (What the hell happened!?)
This event had caused everyone to look towards the origin of this mess. Only to see John, Animo, and his Mutant Frog.
William: (John!?)
Civilian 1: What the heck is that!?
Civilian 2: Jeez, why are people fighting here? This is a store.
Animo walks up to John, who has just finished shaking off the dizziness.
John looked up at the Doctor with anger in his eyes.
John: You piece of shit! I'll-!
Before he could finish the doctor kicked John in his face.
Animo: You know kid? You should seek some serious help. You got issues.
He said cleaning the blood from his nose.
John: Go to hell!
He yelled as he was wiping the blood from his mouth.
As Animo had picked back up his bag with everything he needed. He climbed back up on the mutant frog just as security had finally arrived.
Security Guard: STOP! Step off of… that… whatever it is and keep your hands where I can see them!
Animo: Why don't you-!?
The Doctor was about to say something but stopped halfway through as he noticed a pigeon fly into the store from the hole in the wall he made.
His face then contorted into a mischievous grin as the bird went by.
Animo: You know what… I'll comply.
To Security surprise he did what they said and got off the frog. All while smiling ear to ear.
Animo: (Nothing wrong with having a little fun along the way.) See my hands?
He raises his arms slowly.
Security was still a little suspicious of the doctor, but approached him anyway.
Animo: Now see what I do with them!
He quickly goes for his Transmodulator and fires it at the pigeon. Obviously seeing this happene before their eyes, Security and everyone else in the store panics with many of them running towards the nearest exit.
Animo: Yes! Grow to your fullest potential my pet!
The now mutant pigeon goes beside Animo and brings it's head down allowing him to climb on top.
Deciding to cater to those who were still present and not screaming at the top of their lungs he spoke.
Dr Animo: Behold! You lot are among the first to bear witness to the genius that is Dr.Animo! Nothing will stop me from getting what I deserve! Mark my words! Today… I will make history! Or should I say per-history!!
Many were confused by what he meant by that but none spoke up against him. Not wanting the doctor to turn his mutants on them.
Animo commands his mutant pigeon to take flight. The gust from its wings blow many of the civilians to the ground. The mutant floan out from the hole in the wall and the frog followed.
John realizing that if he lets the mad doctor get away now he may never find a way to remove the watch.
John: (Hell no! I'm not letting you get away!)
He rushed out of the store and saw the pigeon in the air.
John: Shit! I don't have a choice!
He actives the watch and begins to dial a transformation. At that same time, William chased after his son.
William: John! Are you okay!? What happened!?
John: It's him Dad! It has to be!
William: Who's him!?
John: The mad scientist stereotype! Dr.Animal or whatever! He made this watch, and I'm going after him!
William: Are you sure?
John: I saw what he did! He has to be the one! I'm going to go Stinkfly and force him to get this thing off me!
William: John, wait a minute! Let's-!
John: There's no time! He's getting away!
He runs in the direction of the doctor and slaps down the faceplate. He jumped up getting ready to fly. However instead of flying he comes back down… on all fours.
John had mistransformed somehow…
William: (I thought he was going with Stinkfly? Why did he turn into Wildmutt?)
Wildmutt: Rwaaar rwar!?
Being obviously annoyed by this mistransformation, he quickly gets over it as he senses the mutant frog in the distance. Figuring if he couldn't go after the nutty doctor directly, he decides to follow the next best thing; his pet.
With this being his only real plan, he gives chase.
Out in the street many civilians were doing whatever they could to avoid the giant frog as every time it leapt forward to follow its master, it crushes whatever is unfortunate enough to be in its way. Vehicles, food carts, and whatever other public or private property that was simply there at the wrong time.
John, using Wildmutt's heightened senses, does what he can to avoid the wreckage and debris. However, the authorities partnered with the local animal control services make it difficult for him to catch up with his target. As they believe the unusual mutt to be one of the doctor mutants and are trying to subdue him with the others.
Wildmutt: (Why do they only show up when you don't want them to!?)
He thinks to himself.
He soon decides to take a risk in avoiding them. He quickly runs towards a nearby street light. Using it to spin on, he lets go which send into a parked truck. Acting quickly he climbs on top of it and then jumps on to the roof of a building.
Now that he doesn't have to worry as much about those chasing him on the ground. He quickly scans for the doctor's frog. Something that doesn't take long, as even without sight it's different to not notice the hordes of screaming people.
Going from rooftop to rooftop with Wildmutt's agility makes reaching his target much easier. However, when he finally has it back within range the authorities fire at both of them hilting them in their tracks.
Wildmutt: (Dammit!! They're getting in the way!)
They are both soon surrounded by the authorities. Instead of focusing on them, Wildmutt thinks about his next move.
Wildmutt: (What do I do!? This stupid frog is my only way to get that f*cker! Every second counts!)
He checked the frog for any sign it was going to move.
To his disappointment it wasn't.
Wildmutt: (Crap! Of course it's useless! Maybe it I just clear the way somehow-?)
*Phone ringing*
He stopped when he heard the sound of a phone. Due to his enhanced senses he was able to quickly realize that it was his phone ringing.
John was obviously confused. As he didn't didn't think his phone would still be on him, let alone work while he was transformed. He noticed the ringing coming from his shoulder band so he slowly reached for it.
Seeing this everyone was just as confused to see what they think is a creature, both owns and knows how to use a smartphone.
After a second he was able to find a small compartment holding his phone.
He dropped it by mistake, but left it there as it was difficult to hold properly. After three attempts to answer the call he finally did.
William: *Great, you pick up! I was starting to think this was a dumb idea!*
Wildmutt: Rwaaar!?
William: *I can't understand what you're saying! Just listen… I'm near the Woaba Boba! Lose the authorities and meet up with me! They're too many of them on you right now! It's safer to pull back and try again, I did some digging on this doctor and we may be able to cut him off if we put our heads together, okay!?*
William has said the last part hoping it would make his son not charge though everything just to attack the doctor. Luckily, his son do what was asked.
John had decided to forget the amphibian and find a way for himself to escape. Using all his senses to find a route to use. He was starting to lose hope of a safe escape due to being surrounded, but a plan did come into his mind as there were some spots the authorities weren't blocking off.
Taking his chance, he changed towards one of the building's. Everyone was firing at him, half of them were able to get some good hits in but he preserved and jumped into the second story window of a small office building.
The authorities wasted no time storming the building from both above below. They started questioning the workers and telling all of them to get to a safe place while they looked for Wildmutt.
SWAT Team Member #1: Where the hell is it!?
SWAT Team Member #2: It couldn't have disappeared!
Many where looking everywhere for Wildmutt but none could find him.
Office Worker Man: Help!?
Suddenly an office worker comes running towards the authorities.
Office Worker Man: You got to help me! There's some sorta m-monster in the bathroom!
SWAT Team Member #2: Finally! Let's go get that thing!
Everyone rushed towards the bathroom the man ran away from. On the way there they passed by a vending machine that looked as though someone smashed into it. Or what they believe to be something. They all stopped just before the door.
SWAT Team Member #1: Okay! On my count! 1…! 2…!
Just before they could finish, the door opened. They all quickly got ready for a fight. However what stepped out wasn't a beast but a teenage human boy.
Understandably they were all very confused by this.
John: Umm… what?
After leaving the authorities, John heads over to the local Woaba Boba to meet his father.
William: Glad to see you're okay. I ordered your favorite.
John: Thanks. I'm just glad they were more focused on finding Wildmutt than stopping John Doe.
He said knowing well that he was both.
John: So what did you find on this Dr.Wacko?
William: Not long after you left. The authorities came and questioned everyone… Well everyone who was still there.
John: Really!? Do they know where he's going!?
He said standing from his seat.
William: Not yet, but I'm sure if we put our heads together we can figure it out.
John sits back down, a little deflated he won't be going straight for the doctor.
William: After finding out his name I did my own research. The guy's name is Aloysius James Animo. And he was a researcher in veterinary science.
John: What does that have to do with anything?
William: A lot actually… He was nominated for some big reward called "The Verities Award". But after he was nominated some of the other nominees started to harass him by vandalizing his workplace or even following him just to assault him in the middle of the street.
John: The hell!? How'd they get away with doing stuff like that to him!? What is he, a low-tier?
William: Well yes... Aloysius Animo is a low-tier.
John: What?
That information caught John completely off guard. He had been used to dealing with entitled high rankers or annoying mid-tiers. But very rarely did a low-tier cause any trouble,... at least on their own. Usually, someone stronger put them up to it. Animo must be among that rare few.
John: Why did this guy choose to become a monster maker?
He asked as the waiter returned and handed them their drinks.
William: I don't know but it looks like at some point the committee stepped in and banned Animo.
John: They banned the victim?
William: I'm not sure if it's true, but they claimed he was performing twisted experiments on animals that caused them to mutate. If it's true, then maybe he was always like that?
John clicks his tongue.
John: Dad! How is this supposed to help me find that creep!? He could be anywhere in the region!
William: We'll find him, John. We just need to think.
John: What we need to do is hurry! I just want to know how to get rid of this stupid watch! After that I'm smashing the damn thing! No good can come from it! (Especially on me!)
William: You need to have patients, John. You can't be too hasty. Besides it's just a hunch but I don't think this is the same guy that made that thing.
John: What are you talking about? It has to be him! You saw those things too!
William: I know but-
John: Then why are you trying to stop me!?
William: I'm not! I'm…!
He decides to take a breath. Afterwards he quickly thinks about what to say to calm down his son before continuing the conversation.
William: I'm-
However John's patience was already wearing thin and as a result he cut off his father before he could finish.
John: I don't have time for this! I'm finding Animo!
William: What!?
He got out of his seat and hurried out the Woaba Boba.
William: Hey wait! JOHN!
William watched as his son lifted him alone. All of the other customers and staff saw this as well but that was irrelevant to him now. All he cared about was his son.
Now in the local park, John stopped running and sat down on a park bench to regain his stamina.
John: (Shit…)
While doing so he couldn't help but think about his father.
John: (What is Dad thinking? Even if the guy isn't the one who made this crappy watch he is still a good enough starting point. I mean don't all those mad scientist guys know each other or something?)
He tries to stop thinking about the event at the Woaba Boba so that he can focus more on where Animo might be. Something that was easier said than done, but was possible… eventually.
John: (Okay… how do I find this guy? Dad said we could've cut him off if we think about it but where do I start and what if I'm already too late?)
The boy was obviously frustrated and this so he tried to see if he could find anything on his phone.
His searches included "Places where a mad scientist would go" "Where to find a vet". But after that he realized how stupid this idea was and he chose to change tactics.
John: (Damn, the hell is this so hard!?)
John never thought he would be hunting anyone down, let alone a guy that can make monsters. However he didn't really have a choice or any other options.
John: (What does that guy even get from turning people and animals into monsters? That makes like no sense!)
He thinks about his first interaction with the doctor. He then remembered what his father told him, about how Animo is actually a low-tier and about the event with the reward. The world was never kind to those with little or no power. Him and his father know that all too well. Animo's lack of power could be the reason why he's going about it the way that he is.
John: (It's weird 100% but I have to admit it works.)
What happened at the U-Mart replays in his head. Everything from the frog to the bird. Even the doc's speech.
John: (Wait! What did he mean by "per-history"? Does this guy actually have a plan in that head of his!?)
John fixated on what Animo said now wonders on what it could actually mean. He soon gets an idea and starts running.
John: I hope I'm right about this!
It took some time and a transformation but John finally reached his destination. A museum all about extinct or endangered wildlife. When he got there he was a little happy to know that he was right on the money, as an entire wall of the museum was gone.
John: Looks like my bet paid off.
He checks the watch to make sure he would be able to transform if the situation called for it. Luckily it finished recharging right at that time. So he walked inside ready for whatever happens next.
Unbeknownst to him however, he was being followed by someone.
John was currently walking through the museum, only taking quick glances at the various displays. Not paying attention to what was at his feet he accidentally kicked a machine part still within its original packaging.
John: What the-?
Dr.Animo: You!
Out of the corner of his eyes he sees Animo who had just finished complaining his machine.
Dr.Animo: You are very persistent. I hate it when pests are persistent.
John wasn't too happy being called a pest. Especially by the doctor of all people, but he pushed the feeling aside for now. Getting answers about the watch was more important to him right now.
John: Look Doc, I just want some answers. If you can do that then I'll be out of your hair.
Dr.Animo: Is this about that dumb watch of yours? If so I have already told you that is not my field of science! Now away with you!
The doctor answered honestly while brushing John off, turning away from him to focus more on his plan.
John: Then tell me who can! You should know at least one or two other crazy doctors that know something!
Animo grows ever more frustrated with the boy's rude behavior and believes it is time to get rid of the talking headache.
Dr.Animo: *Hahahahah*
He starts to laugh, a somewhat gremlin-like laugh. John being creeped out by this, takes a defensive stance.
Dr.Animo: You know young man… perhaps I am being a little too dismissive. Maybe I will at least look at it.
The watch bearer didn't like how the doctor said that. Due to the many fights and beatdowns he had received over the years, He could tell just from the tone of voice alone that Animo was up to something.
Dr.Animo: But you have to do something for me first… My Transmodulator is now compete so now I can carry on with phase #2.
John: (Phase?) And what is that?
Dr.Animo: I'm glad you asked… It's the reanimation of dormant cells.
John: …Okay. (What's that?)
Dr.Animo: Observe!
He activates his transmodulator and aims it at one of the skeletal displays. The one being that of a Mammoth. John could only watch as the long extinct animal came back to some form of life.
Dr.Animo: In exchange for my services, I would like you to be target practice for my woolly friend here! And remember kid… have fun.
He said in a sadistic tone.
John wasn't entirely prepared for this. The mutant animals were one thing but now he had to defend himself against what looks like a sort of Zombie Mammoth.
John: (I really hope this doesn't turn into a zombie story!)
Having no other options again, he used the watch to transform. This time into one of the first three transformations, that he now calls Cannonbolt.
Cannonbolt: I don't have time to play!
He goes and attacks the Zombie Mammoth.
The doctor was very surprised to see John transform before him. To his knowledge there is no such ability that can do something like this. It didn't take him long for him to realize that this may be what the boy was talking about this whole time with the watch.
Dr.Animo: (Maybe I should have taken a look when I had the chance?)
He thinks as he was walking away to get to a safe distance away from the fight. The second he was about to turn the corner, he was grabbed by someone.
Dr.Animo: What again!?
William: Call that thing off! Now!
Animo, annoyed that others keep getting in his way, snaps.
Dr.Animo: Why!? Curse you, just why do all of you feel the need to get in my way!?
William: I'm just a concerned parent. So stop attacking my son!
Dr.Animo: Son!?
Just as he said that, John had just slammed the Mammoth through the wall. It responded by slapping him away using its trunk. It got back up and rushed towards him for a tackle attack.
Dr.Animo: You mean that is your boy!?
William: I take you asking that means you didn't have anything to do with it?
The doctor's eyes widened.
Dr.Animo: You've been following me for the watch, haven't you?
William let's go of the doctor.
William: Yes, we have. Now please Doctor, would you be willing to stop this and help us? The authorities refused us, due to my lack of an ability and my son's… *aggressive attitude.*
He said the last part as quietly and quickly as possible hoping the doctor didn't hear it too much. But Animo could already tell what the last part was due to his previous interactions with John.
Dr.Animo: (That kid has serious issues.) I can't deny I've taken an interest in that watch of his. I suppose I could take a look at it.
William was pleased to hear what the doctor had said. He knew it probably won't be off his son right away but it would be a step in the right direction.
William: Really!? Thank you!
Dr.Animo: After I take back my reward that is.
William was afraid Anino would say that. He knew it was wishful thinking that the doctor would stop with his mutations, but he still wanted to try.
William: Are you really going to continue with this plan of yours?
Dr.Animo: Of course not. If anything you two should be helping me. Those in power have always been against us with little to none of it. They have no problem taking from us, now we can have the power to do the same. With my creations and your son it can go much quicker.
William: What!? Hold it right there Doctor, I am not about to let my son help you steal anything from anyone! Especially, if people who have nothing to do with this can get hurt in the process!
It went without saying that William didn't want his son to participate in an obvious crime. John had already been in trouble due to his violent behavior before. He wasn't going to stand by and let someone use his son for whatever they want.
Animo scoffed at the concerned parent in disappointment.
Dr.Animo: What a shame. I had thought you'd understand… but it appears you lack any determination.
William: (What?)
Animo once again used his Transmodulator, but this time he aimed it at a Tyrannosaurus display. The T-Rex was soon brought back to life ready to follow the doctor's command, much like the mammoth before.
Speaking of the mammoth John was having some difficulty with it. As evident by the fact that he was sent into the wall. The mammoth charges at him once more.
John goes back into his sphere form and does the same. The two go into a head on collision towards each other, however just as they made impact the mammoth used its tusk to toss Cannonbolt into the air where he then landed on some of the exhibits.
Cannonbolt: You're starting to really piss me off, Manny!
He charges at the mammoth once more but this time turns away from it and heads for the walls. But instead of ramming into it he rolls up on it and spins around and around on the four walls of the room increasing his speed. When he believed he was at an appropriate speed he jumped off the wall and slammed directly into the mammoth, breaking one of its tusks in the process.
Cannonbolt: And stay down!
While that was happening William had just dodged a tail whip from a T-Rex that Animo was now riding on.
Dr.Animo: I'd love to stay, but I need to claim the reward I so richly deserve. So, traitor, I need you and your son to stay out of my way!
He commanded the T-Rex to bust down the wall and walked out the museum. Just had made it just in time to see the T-Rex. It went without saying he didn't think to see one of the most famous prehistoric predators walking around in modern day.
Cannonbolt: (Am I gonna need to get used to seeing stuff like this?)
He was about to chase after Animo once more but this time he stops when he sees his father.
Cannonbolt: Dad!? How did you know Animo would be here!?
William: I looked at the news... I saw when you walked in.
Cannonbolt: Of course the news!
Earlier John didn't think about looking on the news. As there is no possible way they wouldn't cover a story like this.
Mutant Pigeon: *Squawking*
He comes out from his thoughts to the sound of the mutant pigeon swooping down towards him and William. They both try to move out the way but William is still caught by it and taken into the air.
Cannonbolt: What the hell!?
John sees his father being flown away by the claws of the mutated avian. At that moment John began to panic and almost completely forgot about Animo.
Cannonbolt: DAD!
He ignored Animo to go save his father. He may want the watch off of him but not if it cost him his father. The only parent he has in his life.
John maneuvers past the many cars in the streets, moving as fast as he could without hitting anything. As he was gaining on his target, the mutant avine started to fly higher and faster to keep just out of his reach.
Cannonbolt: (No you don't!)
He revs himself up to pick up speed. Then much like what he did back at the museum he used a nearby building as a ramp, picking up more speed the higher he got while shattering the glass windows he rode on.
He leapt off the building and began soaring upward towards the bird. As he was getting closer he unfolded to better catch his Dad.
However…
*BEEP*BEEP*BEEP*BEEP*BEEP*BEEP*
Cannonbolt: OH SHIT!!
At the last second he reverted back into his human form.
He feared what would happen when he hit the ground from so high up. Thankfully, William acted without thinking and was able to catch John by using his legs. John's body reacted by clinging to his father's torso with his fingers digging into William's shirt as tightly as they could.
William: DON'T LOOK DOWN! JUST KEEP LOOKING AT ME, JOHN!!
John: I'M JUST GONNA KEEP MY EYES CLOSED IF THAT'S OKAY!!?
William: EVEN BETTER!!
After some time passed, the winged mutant flew over to a large fifty stories tall building. There it releases the father son duo on the rooftop. The two are glad to be back on solid ground again but it's hard to forget the danger they still face.
The bird continues to circle above them ready to attack at a moment's notice. While the duo can only stand in place, neither is too willing to test their feathery capture.
John, furious at this outcome, slammed his fist into the roof of the building. Some blood started to run from his knuckles.
John: (Shit! I can't believe I let this happen! Now Dad's in danger again… because of me!)
He repeats the same action as before, and even more of his own blood is spilled. That is when his father calls out to him.
William: John, that's enough! You're going to hurt yourself!
John: Why should I care!? It's because me, we're stuck in this mess…! F*ck! Why do I always screw everything up!? Shit!
At that moment, William grabbed a hold of his son and looked him straight into his eyes.
William: John… STOP THAT!
John: But it's true! It's all I ever do!
William: Then was what you did at the campsite a mistake?
John looks away from his father.
John: That wouldn't have happened if I didn't touch this stupid watch.
William: Perhaps… but that doesn't excuse the person who sent them there in the first place. We don't know who is after it but for them to immediately go on the attack instead of simply asking for it. Also instead of running away, you owned it and did something about it.
John: But-
William: And what about the other day? When you saved those people in the building?
John: I thought the fire was because I was fighting those shity bots. Besides, I went overboard with those thieves. Just like back at school. All I ever do is cause trouble.
William: I thought I told you to stop saying those things. When did you become so self deprecating? If you don't like what you did, then acknowledge it and learn from it, so that you don't keep repeating it.
John turned his head back to William.
William: Stop degrading yourself and stop letting your anger control you. It isn't something you should rely on or use. If someone only thinks with anger then they'll eventually end up like how Animo is now. Only focused on that reward and vengeance.
John didn't respond. All he did was turn away again, but this time he looked towards the watch. The faceplate changes green while he tightens his fist.
John: (I don't want to be like my old self or that guy. I'm not a good person. No one would ever want to be saved by someone like me. I'm not a hero… not now or ever. That's an impossible role for me to play.) Dad…
William: Yes, John?
John: I… just don't want people to get hurt because of me anymore… but when I heard about what those guys did I… I just wish I could change things.
William brings his son in close for a hug. John is a little surprised by this, mainly because he feels like now is a bad time for it.
William: I think I can understand why you would be. There's nothing wrong with not wanting to hurt others… What's going on right now is something neither one of us ever thought we'd be involved in and we can't change the past. We can only control the here and now. So with that said… What do you want to do now?
John doesn't respond, he only looks at his hands. Right now the only thing on them is dirt but to him he sees those he's hurt in the past with some being very recent. He takes a deep breath and says…
John: I'm gonna try something.
William: Try what?
He doesn't give his father an answer. Instead he stands up to his feet. He takes another breath before he dashes towards the edge of the roof.
William: John…!?
To William's horror, he witnessed his son jump off the rooftop. Animo's feathered mutant swoops down ready to attack John.
William: JOHN!?
Just as it was about to catch John in its claws, he transformed once more and flew out of the way, dodging out of the way.
John: About time I get Stinkfly!
John's joy was short-lived as the flying mutant tackled him. He was sent spiraling and almost crashed into the ground below, but was able to regain control of himself before he went slat.
Stinkfly: Okay, you need to get your wings clipped!
He flew back up as fast as he could while the bird charged at him once more. Just before they collided John swerved over the mutant and swatted it with his tail.
Stinkfly: Not funny when it happens to you!
He wasted no time, aiming for the wings of the bird and shooting goo from his mouth, hoping to stop it from flying. Once he believed he wrapped the wings enough, he grabbed the goo and stuck it to the side of the building. The mutant pigeon was now trapped.
After that he flew back to his father.
Stinkfly: Let's go!
William: No offense son but I think I'll take the stairs. No more flying for a long while.
Stinkfly: But-!
William: No buts! You've cleared the way so I'm safe but you need to warn Dr.Kelly!
Stinkfly: Who?
William: Animo wants that reward from five years ago! He's going after the winner! He runs a place called Kelly Industries, I'll text you the address now!
After checking his phone to see what direction to go in, he flew off. Hoping to get there before the mad doctor.
At Kelly Industries, Dr.Kelly is currently giving a tour of the facility to two individuals.
Kelly: And this here is the Verities award.
Man In Suit: It must have been a great honor to be rewarded for your hard work Sir.
Instead of answering the man, Kelly instead looked at the award but for some reason there was no pride in his eyes.
Man In Suit: Sir?
Kelly: Sorry, it's just… Many things happened back then that changed my outlook on the world.
Suddenly everything began to violently shake. The three started to panic and soon came, Dr.Animo crashing in on his Tyrannosaurus. The others quickly run away while Kelly stays as he recognizes Animo.
Dr.Animo: Kelly! I believe you have something of mine!
Kelly: Animo…? I-is that you?
He doesn't give a reply, he simply jumps down and hastily takes the reward for himself.
Dr.Animo: I'd like to thank the committee for this honor.
Kelly: It is you… Aloysius… I…
Before he could finish, Animo climbed back on the Tyrannosaurus. The doctor grinned maliciously.
Dr.Animo: Now for the final phase.
The Tyrannosaurus roared ferociously and attacked Kelly with its teeth. Luckily for Kelly, Stinkfly arrived and tackled Animo's pet dino in its jaw.
Stinkfly: I already took down two of your pet projects! Want to make it three!?
The doctor growled in anger.
Dr.Animo: Grrrr-AHHHHH! You Little Pest! Why do you insist on getting in my way!?
The last time Animo felt this much rage was back during the events that transpired five years ago. Once again, someone with power was keeping him from what he wanted.
The doctor had truly had enough of it.
Dr.Animo: KILL HIM!! KILL HIM NOW!!!
The zombie-rex let out a loud roar as it charged at John at full speed. But he flew higher to avoid its attack.
Dr.Animo: Don't you dare run away now! 8 gave you more chances than I've should've earlier!
Kelly: Aloysius Animo!
Suddenly, Dr.Kelly called out to Dr.Animo. The mad doctor turned and stared daggers at the winner of "his" award.
Kelly: Please, stop this madness!
Stinkfly: What the hell do you think you're doing!? Get outta here!
Kelly instead of listening to John chose to stay where he was. Whatever he wanted to say to Animo, he was determined to say it.
Kelly: I'm… sorry.
Dr.Animo: It's far too late for apologies!
Kelly: I know… Five years too late. But I sti-
Dr.Animo: SILENCE!
The Tyrannosaurus lunged at Kelly but John was able to get him out of the way in time. After placing him away from the fight, John dove right back into it, determined to end this.
Stinkfly: (Need to smash that helmet!)
He got in close to the Zombie-Rex and spat good right in its eyes, blinding it. It began to violently shake its head in an attempt to regain its sight. All while Animo struggles to stay on. Unfortunately, for him he ended up dropping the reward he was after, causing it to break once it hit the floor.
Dr.Animo: NOOOOO!! MY AWARD!!
More disappointment would soon come for the doctor, as John flew towards him and yanked the helmet from his head.
Dr.Animo: MY TRANSMODULATOR!!!
John wasted no time throwing it into the wall, like a gamer would their controller after losing to a really annoying opponent online.
Once it broke, the doctor reanimated Tyrannosaurus, quickly turning it back into bones. As a result it crumbled and fell along with Animo.
*BEEP*BEEP*BEEP*BEEP*BEEP*
Stinkfly: Just in time.
*FLASH*
John had reverted back into his human form, he noticed Kelly running towards Animo. Knowing the history the two grown men shared he felt this was going to turn ugly so he rushed over as well.
Kelly: Aloysius… are you-
Dr.Animo: STAY AWAY! I SAID STAY AWAY! CAN'T YOU'RE KIND EVER JUST LEAVE US BE!? ALL YOU PEOPLE EVER DO IS USE YOUR STRENGTH TO TAKE AND PUT US DOWN!
He said turning away and covering his head. Kelly did what Animo said and didn't get any closer to the man.
John: Hey! What do you think you're doing!?
Kelly: I… I only…
John couldn't help but see how defeated the man looked. He saw Kelly's eyes and realized how familiar they looked. It didn't take him long to see that Kelly's eyes were similar to his own.
They showed the regret that John had after he realized the pain he had caused.
John: (Why does he look like that?)
Kelly: Animo… … I'm sorry…
Kelly dropped to his knees and continued.
Kelly: I'm sorry… for everything I've done to you. I know my apology won't change what has already happened…, but it still needs to be said. What me and the others did to you… it shouldn't have happened. But because of my foolishness and entitlement, I… made your life a living nightmare.
It went without saying John wasn't expecting to hear someone actually apologize to Animo or to any low-tier at all. Now that Animo was without his equipment, John had thought Kelly was going to try to take revenge against him. But he instead sees him on his knees and apologizes. Because of this John had begun to lower his guard.
Kelly: I understand, if you never forgive me… but I-
Dr.Animo: Shut up!
Animo shouted, stopping Kelly from continuing.
Dr.Animo: You dare believe that you have the right to apologize! You and your kind! You and the others who attacked me religiously! Or Roger, the man who walked in one day and focused us to pay him rent on a building he didn't own!
Kelly: Animo-
Dr.Animo: You and your kind are selfish monsters! ALL OF YOU…!! I WANT MY AWARD!!!
After that the doctor just continued to yell out those words. Over and over.
As the sun started to rise, the authorities finally arrived. They quickly arrested Animo, some wished they brought earplugs to drown out the doctor's constant screaming.
William had also arrived, just to see if his son was safe with his own eyes.
As Animo was being pushed into the back of the cruiser, he saw the father and son together. His rage was boiling even more.
Dr.Animo: TRAITORS!!!
He yelled out as loud as his now strained voice would allow him.
Dr.Animo: YOU'RE BOTH TRAITORS! TRAITORS TO YOUR OWN KIND! THE STRONG GET WHATEVER THEY WANT AGAIN AND IT ALL YOUR FAULT!!!
The authorities drive off with Animo.
Although he believes the doctor is truly a crazy man. John couldn't help but notice how similar Animo had sounded to himself. Back when his old friend, Adrion, had called the authorities on him.
John didn't like the doctor one bit. In fact he despised Animo for almost hurting his Dad. But he still wondered about everything that happened with Dr.Animo and his involvement.
John: (It's not like I can do anything else but still…)
William: You okay, John?
John didn't respond right away. The only thing on his mind right now was the similarities between Animo and himself. Even though Animo was still a low-tier, for at least a day he had strength and power that very few could match. And he used that strength and power to go on a rampage.
Although the scale of damage was different, he couldn't deny that Animo simply did the exact same thing John had done when he got power.
John: (Is just what happens whenever someone gets the power to fight back.)
William: John?
John: I'm fine, just… really tired.
This was true. He had been up all night long and had to fight against a mad scientist that makes mutants and zombies. Not only that but the event of that night gave John many things to think about. Things he was far too tired to think about.
After letting out a yawn, William agreed.
Kelly had arranged a ride for the father and son. So they got in the car and went home.
While in the car, John's mind still had one question on it.
John: (Was this the right thing to do?)
BONUS:
Name: Rookie Firefighter
Level: 3.9
Ability: Repulsion Sphere
Name: Roger
Level: 2.9
Ability: Strong Body
Name: Aloysius Animo
Level: 1.1
Ability: Beast Speak
Name: William H. Doe
Level: 1.0
Ability: N/A