(This chapter wouldn't be possible without the help of anonmike217, follow him)
(Author Note: This chapter was loosely base on the JoCat trip to Japan)
(Forgive me I'm using Google translation)
The local tourist plane landed on Osaka airport runway, slowly driving towards empty flight lines. Once there the boarding bridge started to connect to the plane's front door. The passengers inside left the plane and onto the airport, some were business men and women coming back from completing their trade overshore, others were family members coming to visit their family for the week. And lastly there were tourists coming here to see the wonders of japan.
Andrew's family was one of those tourists, things seem to be going good so far. There was no villain attack during the plane ride over here, so he and Cassie had time to learn to speak Japanese. Well an approximation of japanese as there are two types. Local and business. Cassie learned the local language just enough to hold a conversation. While Andrew copied the translation into his mind. Looking around everything seems to be normal as the three walk towards the baggage terminal passing by the nearby fast food, and those souvenir shops. And as a bonus, all of this and the first class seats when arriving in Japan and booking the trip to Japan were all on Cecil tab.
In fact everything they buy is on Cecil tab. All three search for their luggages Andrew did some research before leaving home. Mostly it was what type of villain or heroes there were in Japan, most of them weren't that interesting. It was mostly the stereotypical heroes for japan, Kamen Riders, Onmyoji, Magic girls, heck even some yakuza were heroes. And the villains weren't better, in fact the villain kinda leaned into the stereotypical japan villain some of them being monsters inspired by yokai, most of the villains were monsters. Bit of a saturday morning cartoon as one would say.
Andrew regained focus once he saw the yellow dog cage. Lifting it off the terminal and looking inside. Finding Wood curled into a ball fast asleep. There was a chew toy bone in there as well to keep him busy, this was one of Woods favorite, next to the squeaky t-bone steak. Looking up from Wood He sees both Cassie and Nikki had their luggage along with the two large empty suitcases for stuff they wanted to buy. It was mostly Cassie's idea, she wanted to visit the Pokemon store while they were here in Osaka. Once all of their luggage was picked up, they first bought a wifi box and three Suica cards right before making their way to the car rental. Ready to start enjoying what Japan has to show for them.
The car they have rented pulled up and parked at the driveway. And as they exited out of the car, both Cassie and Nikki entered the apartment that they Airbnb. Andrew was bringing in the luggage out of the car while Cassie and Nikki entered the house they were staying at. First they took off their shoes and placed them in the hallway as is Japanese tradition. Also as to not track any dirt inside like they did back home. Then the two entered the living room which was combined with the kitchen. Being a completely big room rather than separated rooms. Nikki couldn't help but be in awe at this.
'Wow this place is so cool' Nikki said before feeling herself being noogie by Cassie, who chuckled.
'It is, now go pick a room before your dad gets here' Nikki then proceeded to get out of Cassie's grasp and ran upstairs to the second floor. Wanting to see more of what this house has to offer.
On cue Andrew walked in, carrying all the luggage's with him. Placing them down in the hall. Carrying Wood's cage towards the living room. Andrew examines the room before breathing out with a smile, he has done what most humans call. Reaching the top.
He had it all, a beautiful wife, a great kid, a dinosaur as a pet, and everything they buy under a government's paycheck under taxpayers dollars. Andrew has reached the top and he is never coming down. Andrew placed the dog cage onto the floor. Opening the door and gently shaking it to wake Wood up. Andrew and Cassie heard a yawn coming out of the cage and out stepped Wood with his bone chew toy in his mouth.
Wood looked around the new place not really caring before walking over to the couch. Climbing on top of the coushions before recurling himself into a ball. Going right back to sleep. Both Cassie and Andrew both chuckle at Woods' laziness before joining him on the couch to watch something that the Japanese consider entertainment before the real fun begins.
Outside across the street, a Japanese man in a business suit had witnessed the family enter the house, the Japanese man began speaking into the ear pierce.
'先生、あなたが言ったように、彼らはここにいます/ Sir, they are here, just like you said' He reported to the man on the other side of the earpiece.
'Good, keep an eye on them, and keep your distance' The man replied in English rather than japanese. The Japanese man nodded despite the difference in language. For this place, English is a secondary language. A much needed skill used in dealing with certain affairs that others consider quite unsavory.
'はい、先生/ Yes sir' The japanese man confirmed in his native tongue before ending the conversation. Taking a look at the building before heading off into the shadows. Aiming to blend in before further orders are sent. Or an opportunity that presents itself that his employers would like very much.
Across the seam upon the other side of the world known as America, more specifically underground of New York city. A man clicked his phone off from a business call. He leaned back into his chair letting out a sigh. Waiting for something that he requested to come. A man in his late 30's wearing shades, an all black suit with a white shirt and black tie. His name was John Bishop written on the name tag on his desk. Being both a field agent and founder of the EPF or Earth Protection Force. This agency was founded when Omni-Man first arrived on this planet. Aiming to be the protection that humanity needed rather than the new guardians of the globe.
Sadly the government was divided into two branches serving the same function. Having two money sinks rather than one. So they had to pull the plug on the project because of Bishop's...experiments. Costing them a fortune with little results. One of them was fusing creature DNA with human, obviously the test had failed and the agency soon shut down. Along with all works, equipment, and funding to be buried in a mountain of paperwork to cover up this branch in case the superhero division were to cross paths and trace it back to them. Bishop of course didn't like this so he and the remaining group of the EPF went AWOL. Grabbing as much equipment, funds, and material they could have before the proper clean up crew arrived. Ever since then, they have been living underneath the New York sewer system trying to recruit new members. More importantly funding and supporters in the government to worm their way back in.
The government meanwhile had swept this under the rug. Along with making sure said AWOL agents will be kept on a tight leash for there might be a need for them if there was a superhero army rebellion. With the contingency plan set. They replaced the previous works of EPF to GOG or guardians of the globe. Only Cecil and a few high people know about their previous agency and are reminded of the pressure of if they fail in this task. They will reactivate the branch and replace them instead. From then on ever since Bishop went AWOL with his group. They were quiet doing a few attacks here and there. Some government sanction or a personal favor within the government's deep pockets.
But ever since Omni-Man left after the attack on chicago, more government support has been subtly given to them. Allowing them to become bolder with their attacks against some undesirable people listed in the governmental archives becoming more frequent as the favors from those in the higher office begins scratching certain thorns off the list. Recruitment became much easier, no longer in the shadows and becoming more open for a lot of people who had an axe to grind with Omni-Man. Suddenly Bishop heard a knock on the door. Shaking off of his ruminating as he's unofficially no longer AWOL. But if he so much as fails in his mission. Then he will be on his own.
'Yes?' He asked.
'Sir, I have the files you requested' A man said from the other side of the door, Bishop sat up from his chair and turned on the lamp before speaking.
'Come in' He said as he leaned back. The agent that was sent to a certain division to ask for certain agents that his organization needed. Handed Bishop the files of villains that might be used for their work.
'Thank you, now leave' Bishop ordered. The agent nodded and placed the files onto the table. Bishop picks up the first file and reads it. Finding someone at the government who has a similar mindset like him.
'Killer Frost...'
The family were now out of the house, Andrew was leading the group to see the sights, while Cassie wanted to go to the Pokémon store which was why she was dragging the empty suitcase along with her. Planning on filling the entire suitcase with pokemon of all of the generations. while Nikki was just going with the flow. They decided to also bring Wood along, he needed some fresh air after traveling by plane. He was currently walking behind Nikki also going with the flow. Nikki however, couldn't help but groan, as they had walked to the restaurant instead of taking the bus or car.
'Daddd!' She groaned.
'Are we there Yeeet?' She asked impatiently. Andrew looked back and nodded.
'Yes we're almost at the poke store, we just need to stop and eat first' The place in question was a restaurant that sold skewered meat, from the reviews it was a nice enough place for them to eat, can't go on an empty stomach after all.
Thinking that's what humans would say. With the four turned around a corner, they were met with a large crowd blocking the path. And they can see why as they look up. Right in front of them was a giant monster on the subway rails using a train as nunchucks. Swinging the train carts around his sides against an opponent the crowd couldn't see yet.
The surrounding area was closed off by the local policemen. Making sure that the people were far enough away so they wouldn't get injured from this fight. The family wanting to know more walk towards the group wanting to see the superhero fight happening up above. Andrew taps on the nearest Japanese man's shoulder, he looks back to see Andrew.
'ねえ、先生、何が起こっているのか知っていますか?/ Um hey sir, do you know what's going on?' The Japanese man just shrugged.
'ええと、ただの素人です、誰かのバッグを盗んで、自分自身を詐欺師にしました/ Eh you know, just some amateur, stole someone bag and got himself cornered' The man look back to the villain of the week, wanting to watch the fight.
Andrew wanted to see what these Japanese hero's are made of and might be useful on their team. Grab both of the girls hands and gently guide their way through the coward. Passing by a business man who was on the phone, talking to his boss and that he won't be arriving on time.
'足止めされて、また悪役を調教してしまう オフィスに行けるかどうかわからない/ I got held up, trains out, another villain, I'm not sure if I can make it to the office' Suddenly the group saw a shadow that sped past up into the sky.
The unknown figure landed to the ground, creating a large amount of wind upon impact. This blinded them for a bit from the upturn of dust. Regaining their sights and seeing who caused it and cheering. It was not just any hero, it was Locust man, one of Japan's iconic heroes. A muscular man, standing confidently with one arm flexed, and the other fist clenched.
Wearing a tight, colorful costume consisting of green, white, and brown tones, with a yellow utility belt. His buckle is shaped to be an L and green boots. His mask covers the upper part of his face, with antennae-like extensions, giving him an insect-like appearance. A pair of translucent wings can be seen extending from his back, emphasizing his insect-themed persona otherwise known as Locust man. He then points towards the giant.
'ハハ！悪者よ！正義の名のもとに貴様を倒す/ HaHa! Evildoer! I shall defeat you in the name of justice!' He proclaimed.
Andrew who had gotten past the coward and now was front and center. Seeing this super hero kinda reminded him of All Might. Only instead this hero took inspiration from an insect. Locust man tapped on his belt which began to speak and light up.
'笑いのエネルギーオン！/ Laughing energy on!' A Line of green energy flowed into his calves as he knelt down in a runner position.
'パワー点火！/ Power ignition!' Locust man rubs his legs together to create an imitation of what a locust would sound like. Before taking a leap forward at great speed. Leaving behind him a colorful green light.
'最大...!/ Maximum...!' Then a silhouette of a green locust appeared around him. Leaving behind a trail of green energy behind. Flying forward like a bullet, the villain who was getting ready to block the attack.
Before he could strike at the villain before him. He flips himself over and sticks out his leg. Aiming to finish this in one blow by a dive kick.
'ホッピングストライク!/ Hopping Strike!' And with just one blow straight towards the giant's chest knocking the giant out.
The giant collapsed towards the train railways and dropped the train down below. The crowd of people all cheered, some even tried to shoot photos when Locust man landed on top of the train station. Which he happily did by striking a pose in victory.
'イナゴマンのまたしても勝利です!/ Another victory for Locust Man!' He declare before his belt chime in, shining a light green.
'おめでとうございます/ Congratulation'
The family saw the fight and smiled that the situation was handled. The fight kinda made Nikki hungry, with her stomach grumbling to agree with them. Pulling on Andrew's sleeve as she looked up to him.
'Dad can we get something to eat now' Andrew just smiled and nodded before leading them out of the crowd. Ready to have some lunch.
Back at home. More specifically the lower levels of the underground sewers. Hidden by the standard muck and grime of the sewage system. Lies a highly advanced agency with laboratory and agents going through the secret passageways and tunnels to bring certain material and personnel to create their task force to do some black ops. Even villains that could do some good if what the one supplying these villains said to be believed. Keeping the lights on while they do all of the dirty work. Looking around to see his work may be more literal, then metaphorical. Pressing the button on his desk to contact the handler of the two new recruits.
'Access Code, Ultraviolet' Hearing the other side confirming and waiting for the message.
John looked to the vats up ahead. Seeing test number one is going as scheduled. But needs a stop gap to provide results in the meantime. Said stop gap will be his new agents on the field. His Agents of Doom.
'Assemble team "Agents of Doom"' Hearing a chime on the end that receives the order.
'Understood, Amanda protocol initiated' John walked to the monitor that was on the wall.
Playing out two members that Amanda has on her transfer list. A couple of villains that no one will miss when they die. Along with them being a bit too valuable for them to simply be killed. Seeing one of the footage playing a security tape from a random bank. Finding guards and people frozen to the core.
Stopping in place while a woman with hair like ice. Fingerless sleeves, large blue icy wool boots, blue leotard with an Icy star crest at the middle of her chest. Punches the safe deposit boxes. Grabbing as much cash she can carry with her duffle bag on hand. Running out to the bank house to get into her getaway vehicle. Only for them to drive off without her. Finding them getting cold feet and escaping. Leaving her and the score behind. Her eyes widened that her only means of escape other than on foot left without her and the plan went belly up.
Before she could think of a way to get out. She heard the clicking of guns behind her. Looking to the side she found that GCPD was there waiting for her. Realizing that's why her crew left without her she sighed and smiled. Not planning on going back to prison without a fight. Freezing the bullets midair as they came straight towards her. That was the last of the recorded footage from both the bank and body cams to show off this killer frost. Being the next her prisoner ID and photo of her with her hands behind her back. Seeing it was Cecil's men that brought her down.
Thinking that both of them will come to blows soon and needs that private army on hand. Went to the next agent that will join the team. Seeing he's a wild card among the team. But his explosive potential proves to be more than simply dismissing him. Finding footage of him on his own camera that he went grave robbing against ghosts and ghouls. Being an old man with a mustache and messy hair. Wearing a long sombrero and orange poncho over his green shirt. Having large round eye glasses and brown pants. Holding matches and crucifixes that serve as lighters. Lighting up sticks and explosives to destroy a gate to hell as it summons demons.
Ordinarily it would have been a good thing. But with further footage will attest that he exploded priceless artifacts during his raid. Making the potential haul of selling the demonic artifacts only pennies worth. But it looked like he didn't care and shrugged. Lighting up a cigar as the tomb collapsed around him with its walls came crumbling down. Revealing the governmental assault teams waiting for him with their guns raised.
Having some Ghosts and ghouls with the team as this place was a sanction portal. Despite both sides being using it to screw them over. Not happy that a third party has arrived to end their long struggle for dominance with each other. The man only smiled and shrugged again as he held his hands up. Not upset about the loss or being imprisoned. Only having the love for the game. Finding the prison picture with his name at the bottom being Nitro Wisinski without his glasses.
Looking to be a bit deranged but functional enough. Nodding his head that these two will be somewhat sufficient but needs more members in the meantime. But for now two will have to do by causing a couple of accidents at a rival agency to fulfill the favor of another branch. Doing this will grant them the funds and resources needed to collect more members.
Along with a smash and grab to collect on what's stored in there. More specifically some DNA that could be used in the vats. Finishing his review of the two subjects. He looked over to see the two were being brought to him. In their prison clothing and chained from their hands and knees to make sure they don't do any funny business. Sitting down on the chair with the two waiting to be addressed. He leaned in as he spoke to the two about a reduced sentencing.
'I have a job for you two that might let you leave with clean slates' pulling out two papers with their new names and files on it.
Along with a continuing cash flow if they accomplish their missions. Both looked to see the contract that was being presented to them. Then looked back at John in his black glasses. Seeing themselves being reflected towards them.
'Interested?'
Days had passed since they witnessed the hero fight. During those days it was pretty uneventful at the global stage but quite busy for them on a local level. The three went to the PokeStore during that time. Cassie being the most excited out of all of them. Aiming to buy the Pokémon plushies. With Nikki picking out a Pokémon one or two. Picking a Gyarados for herself and for Wood a Tyrunt since it mostly looked like him. Speaking of Wood, he was currently being petted and belly rubbed by all the Japanese kids there, thinking they had encountered an actual Pokémon.
Wood didn't complain. He loves receiving head pats and belly rubs. While he was receiving his daily head patting and belly rubs. Andrew had decided to pick a Pokémon of his own. Browsing over the selection nothing seemed to click with him. Even the more mechanically looking one did nothing. Not having a connection with those, or the others until he saw the one. This Pokémon seems to be based on a sword. Having a single blue eye on its hilt.
Picking up the Pokémon he found it quite interesting, and decided to get this after their Pokémon shopping spree the four went back home place back the luggage home. Getting the Pokémon gifts first they went out to eat. Trying out this pho recipe that the locals created nearby. After eating, they spent the rest of the day on a fun shopping adventure.
Once night fell, turning in for the day as the night shop didn't have anything interesting. Heading back to the rental home and turning in for the night. Except for Andrew who was laying on the bed. For his mind still has some conflict and thoughts he needed to air out. Once he made sure Cassie was fully asleep. He got up from bed and went into the bathroom. Being the most compact and isolated room in the house. Once there he locked the door and sat on the toilet to think.
He thought about the attack on Chicago and about Omni-Man, sure he left the planet but that was because he saw that humanity wasn't an insect. Or that his son pleaded for him to stop. Conflicted, he left with the looming threat that one day he might return. Along with others. Next time when another one of him shows up they won't see the same way. Andrew then looked at his hand and remembered the sword Pokémon he had bought, closing his eyes he began creating his sword out of his own nanobot body. Holding it around and imagining the hilt in resemblance to the Pokémon rather than straight copying it. Opening his eyes he had made a katana so powerful that it cut the very bonds of atoms.
The katana features a sleek, white scabbard with black accents, giving it a striking contrast. Its hilt is wrapped in a dark, patterned grip, adorned with a purple wrapping that adds a vibrant touch. The guard is square-shaped with intricate designs, complementing the overall elegant and deadly appearance of the blade. He pulled the blade out of its sheath and inspected the blade.
It was a nice silver color which reflected the light, the blade vibrated lightly showing that it can phase through anything. With this blade he was nearly invincible...Just like Omni-Man. Having another thought, if he wasn't holding back at the bunker he could have saved Dupli-Kate. By using this sword he could just pass through the bonds of the person and leave it there. Once it vibrates it will be as if the sword has pierced all defenses and impaled them in the chest.
Just one strike and it will be over. But will it only be one strike? There are many others that this sword can eliminate. It doesn't even have to be a sword for his very arms can vibrate inside of them and pull their heart. Immediately shaking his head and looking down. Finding that his hand was colored red. Before focusing back on his golden hand. Only to notice that it wasn't his golden hand. But his human colored hand. Breathing in as he closes his eyes. Then nodding that he was a hero not a conqueror. But more importantly a human. Who has it all?
Why should he be a conqueror or warlord that can decide to remove people at a wim. It will do nothing but cause more harm rather than good and for what he has to gain in following the footsteps of Viltrumites. More power is worthless if you become just another weapon of war. Putting the sword back into his body he walked out of the bathroom and back onto the bed to enjoy his life as a human.
Reminding himself that it's the simple things in life that weapons can be beaten into plowshares to grow what may potentially destroy. However the notion of peace might change when the Viltrumite comes. And when they do he'll reforge the plowshare into what it was designed to do. Aiming to destroy them as quickly and as quietly as possible. To protect the peace he found on this earth was more enjoyable than fighting and conquering upon a hundred forgotten worlds.
Killer Frost opens the double doors of the bar getting every villain's attention. Seeing she has drawn her attention, she just flips them off, and walks towards the bar. The villains rolled their eyes, hmm, or flipped her back. Going back to their business to drink their victory or sorrows away.
'Hmpth, losers' Killer Frost said. This place was an abandoned building refurbished by villains as a safe haven from their villain's life.
Although the villains at the bar were awful, most of them are just phonies. And their costumes weren't great either, one had a whole camera as a face the other had an eraser end of a pencil. As she reaches the bar she looks at the bartender.
'Blue Glacier Martini' The villain bartender nodded and turned around to make her drink right before sliding it towards her, the drink of course was blue with a slice of orange as a topping and a little umbrella.
Killer Frost flicks the umbrella off her drink before downing the drink entirely. She had to admit the drink was good but that's why she isn't here. Even though it pains her to not drink her sorrows away. Along with finding the guys to personally give them a frozen winter for giving her the cold shoulder or something like that. Wanting to break a few shoulders herself. She has a job to do. Being sent by the Bishop to recruit someone and intel said this guy frequents here. Looking at the photo of a pathetic man that seems to cry all the time. Rolling her eyes that she has to work with him.
Said man was right sitting next to her being the target. Mortimer Gloom otherwise known as The Weeper. Having a grey top hat, blue half coat and brown clothing. The purpose was that they needed an escape goat and he was perfect. Well as about as perfect as the budget allows. Killer frost looked over to see a newspaper and on the front was the superhero times titled "Chicargo still recovering". Picking up the paper she spoke just loud enough so that he could hear. Despite him sitting right next to her, she needed his attention but not to make it too obvious.
'Man the superheroes are on peoples asses today' She said, then she heard him cry, she accepted this much when she was debriefed.
'Ohh! Oh, look at them, the conquering heroes, they get a parade, and we get hard time on the rock pile in the state pen!' The Weeper continued his crocodile tears. Killer Frost just rolled her eyes.
'No one said the life of a super criminal was going to be easy, gramps' This made him cry even more.
'Well, I wish I'd have known, I wouldn't have become a villain in the first place' This made her groan more.
Thinking of getting a better scapegoat of a random goon they picked off the street. But they are unionized and freelancers are too unreliable. Aiming to be the good cop she tried to be the shoulder to cry on.
'Come on, Weepy, lighten up' The Weeper was surprised that this woman knew him.
'You know me?' He asked. Frost nodded as she put up her icy smile.
'Yep, and your being hired'
'Hire for what?' Weeper asked through his crocodile tears.
'You'll be brief when we arrive there' The Weeper was not convinced he was past his prime. Why would anyone hire him?
'I don't know, It's not like the old days, why, back then, evil fueled my mewling, now, I only shed bitter tears of regret' He said before crying again, he pulled out his handkerchief wiping away the tears. Frost bumps his shoulder to play the friend here.
'Common gramps, you just need a little kick in ya, to reignite the villainy, what do ya say? Got a deal?' Killer Frost offers her hand. The Weeper shook his head. And definitely not because he hates his job being a mime and joke of the town.
'Well ok, one last time' The Weeper shook Killer Frost's hand confirming their deal. Mission accomplished. Frost smiled as that was easier than she thought. Time to celebrate with a round of drinks. Only for her though as the villains around here don't deserve it.
'Alright you damn freaks! Lunchtime!' A GDA guard said. He was pushing a cart full of food for the inmates.
Normally Pete would be doing this, but ever since he let the Mauler Twins escape twice he was transferred to another station, guarding that Sinclair guy, it was a shame though, he was their donut guy. They have needed more guards over there ever since that detective guy broke in. As he passed through the cells and turned a corner he was suddenly hit by a massive explosion. Knocking him down below to the ground.
Any normal guy would have died but thankfully the armor he wore protected him from the shrapnel. But he did suffer some brushes, nothing a little rest couldn't help. But being close to the explosion caused his ears to ring. Struggling to get up he could barely hear the sounds of laughing. Even as he heard the laughter, he couldn't see where the laugh was coming from since the explosion caused too much dust and rubble for a clear picture. As the dust cleared he saw Nick Nitro standing over what remains of the wall. Behind him was Killer Frost and some old geyser in a top hat.
'Whoo! That's got a kick!' Nick said in a heavily Mexican accent. Realizing this was a break in, the guard tried to run to press the alarm button.
'Oh shit!' Before he could reach the button he was suddenly lassoed by an unknown rope, looking back it was the old geyser who was pulling him. Killer Frost slaps Nick from the back of head causing his sombrero to fall down a bit.
'Now look at you done! You pack so many explosives I'm surprised the whole GDA didn't hear it!' Upset that a stealth mission just turned loud. After straightening his hat Nick just clicks his teeth.
'Aw, Chica you worry too much, and besides we're inside aren't we?' Frost just rolled her eyes and tapped on her earbud.
'Bishop we're in now, where do we find him?' She asked.
'Two cell blocks down then turn left, after passing cells he'll be on your right, and hurry, my agents hacked the cameras and put yesterday's work on loop but soon they'll notice a massive hole in the wall, so hurry!' Bishop answers on the other side.
With the nod Killer Frost walked towards the tied up guard before freezing his entire body then speeding off. With the others close behind. They thought they wouldn't have to deal with any more guards but two security guards managed to come around the corner. They heard the explosion and ran towards the sounds to check it out. Frost was about to freeze them like she did last time but the Weeper stepped forward and stuck his cane a bit up into the air, which had a tragedy mask at the handle.
'Into each life a little rain I call' A black smoke came out of the cane which created a rain cloud.
But this was no ordinary rain cloud, oh no, whoever touches its rain will cry out of control. Along with being hit by an instant amount of depression. And that is what guards did as they went on their knees and floor. Having the uncontrollable urge to cry with the realization that they have just wasted their lives. Once the cloud disperses, Nick and Frost stop in their tracks to watch the guards cry. Frost whistle before slapping The Weeper from the back.
'See Weepy?! You still got!' She said before running in the direction towards the target. That is when he realize, she right.
'Your right, I feel woefully alive for the first time in years' He said right before crying tears of joy and rubbing his face with the handkerchief. Nick rolled his eyes.
'Yea whatever gringo, keep moving!' He said before turning the corner, Weeper followed them and caught up.
In front of them was the target Quentin Beck, hired by Cecil for his holograms but his ego got in the way so he ended up here. He was currently lying in bed reading an engineering book about tiny drones. Nick stepped forward of the cage and pulled out a couple of stacks of C4, that was enough to destroy the cell. Before he could plant it he was slapped on the back of the head again by Frost.
'Kill the target why don't ya, step aside' Pushing Nick and his C4 aside.
She placed her hand on the cell. The cell became an ice panel in an instant right before being destroyed. Shattering it into tiny ice shards that litter the floor. Frost steps over the ice shards and violently picks up the guy by the collar.
'Get a move on' She said, Beck just rolled his eyes.
'Do you have to be so violent?' He asked, but Frost wasn't having it.
Soon this place would be swarming with guards, and she wasn't about to go to prison again. He pushed Beck to move and they did. Soon running towards their escape through the entryway the first arrived. Finding the last member needed in their Agents of Doom.
Upon the night sky overhead through the bright city of Japan. Andrew and Cassie were enjoying a private night out. Having dinner at a restaurant known by the locals as a romantic night out. Even having a love hotel nearby. Cassie joked about it.
'Quite the spot for a romantic dinner' She said while eating some noodles. Andrew smiled as he was picking through his food. Going through his meal being the same as Cassie. He wasn't feeling adventurous tonight. A mood taken note as Cassie pointed it out.
'What's been on your mind lately?' Andrew blinked from Cassie's words.
Seeing she was waiting for an answer. Andrew held his fork in his hands as he contemplated on telling her. However Cassie could tell something on his mind. More specifically about work.
'It's about work isn't it' Andrew sighs as he places the fork to the side.
'Yeah, been having alot on my mind lately' Cassie nodded. Knowing that hero work can have conflicts and wants to do more. Even after they did everything they could.
'Comes with the job I suppose, the want to do more' Andrew nodded as Cassie was playing with her food. Giving him some advice on how to handle things.
'So we do what we can, can't help if we can't help ourselves, no one wants to see their heroes fall' Andrew hmm at Cassie's response. Wanting to pitch an idea to her that maybe they can.
'But what if we can?' Cassie shook her head as she leaned forward.
'No we are not going into a debate on what if' Andrew was about to say something before Cassie continued.
'What happened, happened, all we can do is adapt and change how we approach so that this won't happen again' Leaning back and smiling.
'These events are what makes us, Us, so no dwelling on what ifs, focus on the now rather than the past, get me?' Andrew smiled as he leaned back.
'Yeah. I think I get it, don't dwell on the past, if I do then I'll miss what's happening now' Cassie smiled, getting her boyfriend out of his mindset. Stopping him from looking back and instead looking forward.
'That's the spirit, now let's enjoy our night' Andrew nodded. About to enjoy their night out. But there was something else that would make this night even better.
'Actually, there was something else I wanted to talk about' Cassie tilted her head on that. After having their dinner and paying it off on Cecil tabs.
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Andrew wordlessly picked up Cassie as he carried her off. Then disappearing off in but a blink of an eye. Traveling to the highest building of the city to see the place at a different view than before. Then putting her down as Cassie blinked her eyes. She was about to say something only to be gestured towards the lip. Both seeing the city in a new light they haven't appreciated before. Taking a look on how the city shines bright overhead. Cassie smiled.
'What a view' Cassie chuckled. Andrew agreed as he looked at Cassie smiling in the light.
'Yeah, what a view' Both looking back to the city. Sharing a moment of them appreciating the atmosphere of looking over the city. Cassie smiled thinking about what he might be thinking from before.
'You know, this would be a great place to propose, it's a shame we don't have a ring but we can consider this our engagement trip, if that's ok' Andrew blushed a little while rubbing the back of his head.
'Well, that kind of spoiled the whole mood didn't it' He teased. Looking over to Cassie as she blushed. Thinking that she might have ruined the whole proposal event. She quickly held her hands up.
'Wait! You mean you were-' Seeing Andrew feign interest as he stretched.
'I mean I was, but~' Getting Cassie's face to blush red while stuttering.
Only for both of them to laugh it off. After fixing themselves up Cassie held her arms out as Andrew held his hands behind his back. Quickly making a black box and ring behind his hands.
'Okay, start over, we were just going enjoying the sights' Stepping forward as she moved the back of her hair. Smiling as she does so.
'Then we were talking about us...and' Seeing Andrew go on his knee and present the box ring in hand.
'Cassie Parker' Opening the box and presenting a sliver ring in front of her. Looking up to Cassie as she held her lips with her hands.
'Will you marry me' And in an instant. Cassie hopped up and screamed out.
'Yes! But you're taking my last name!' Andrew couldn't help but smile.
'Deal!' Both quickly kissed each other.
Sharing an embrace. With the night sky filled with lights. Giggling with each other and laughing that they are two now newlyweds. After a while of kissing and hugging each other tight. Cassie was the first to speak on how overjoyed she was.
'Andrew, you made this the happiest moment on earth' Andrew smiled.
'Not yet' Both looking over to see that the roof they were on had a room brightened up. Having a pool on the roof and a large suite.
Showing a large double sided bed. Both smiled and kissed each other one last time. Before heading off to bed. Celebrating their first night as newlyweds. For whatever comes their way tomorrow. Both will face it together.
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