Extracting The Poison
It was dead silent in the truck full of superhuman. They were being taken to the police station where they would await for the 'President' to arrive, as he seemed to make it urgent that he speak with these people. Jason gazed at Xion, and then finally broke the silence.
" Why? " He asked. Xion, who had his head down, turned it to face Jason, opening his eyes which were once shut.
" Why what? " He replied.
" Why are you doing all of this...and for such an evil man...just why? "
" I believed that I had no choice...but it wasn't until recent that I realized...there's always a choice. "
" ...That doesn't explain why you did it! " Wangetsu snapped at him. Tracey closed her eyes for a moment and sighed. She then brought her focus to Wangetsu.
" Xion...was only a child when Lucas found him on the streets, " She began, looking softly at Xion, who put his head back down towards his knees, his hands clasped together as they were chained by the wrist. " It was just the two of us at first, me and him...but when Lucas came around, he took us in...gave us a home. "
" Then it all changed. " Xion added.
" ...Lucas told us...'In this world, there are people who can do extraordinary things; fly, breathe under water, even live forever...you two, are part of that generation. ' As children, we leaped in joy at this, we wanted to know how to use these abilities. He told us 'I can teach you, but first, you must allow me to have just a tiny bit of your blood.' We were curious, but didn't care, we would learn something normal people can't be taught. After we did as he wished, he helped us learn to use our powers. I guess Xion, was the one he truly after though. When Lucas found out Xion had the gift of omniscience...Lucas focused all of his time on him. He told me, Lucas would always ask what the future is going to be like, and he would always tell him 'it's not good'. As odd as it may be, Lucas was the father we never had...but now that we're older, we can see the evil in him. " The truck was silent yet again. Gabriella interrupted soon enough.
" How long ago were you both taken in by my father? "
" 10 Years ago... " Xion answered muffled under his breath.
" So it was both of you...my father left me and my mother 10 years ago for his job...a few years later I searched for him, and then I became part of the company. He left us for the both of you...our family was ruined...but I guess it isn't your faults. My father caused all this pain...and the only way to end it...is to work together. "
Xion lifted his body slowly due to hearing this. He starred into Gaby's eyes for a moment. The engine was all that could be heard. Xion smiled and closed his eyes.
" Even though you do not have the complete ability of omniscience...you still are able to comprehend all of the information it holds...that is very impressive. You're a smart girl, Gabriella, and I will take you up on that offer of compromise. " Xion moved his chained hands towards her. She waited a moment and reached for his, taking hold and shaking. The truck stopped, and within a minute the back door opened, revealing a group of officers aiming their guns toward the inhabitants of the vehicle. Two other cops appeared to lead the group inside the station. As they all entered, Marissa, a.k.a, Mr. President, stood firm, guarded by 5 special officers. Misty was being held by another 2.
" Good evening... " Marissa greeted.
" Same to you...Mr. President. " Xion replied, convincingly.
" So, you spoke of a threat...please elaborate. "
" Ah yes, " Some confused faces were being held by most of the group, unsure as to what was going on. Xion spoke to the president recently? " A man known as George Lucas, the leader of the UGPS, is planning to start a war...in it's midst, he will take advantage and attempt to take over each country. You see, the UGPS was formed to capture and study humans with special abilities...If you may allow my friend to provide an example, Tracey, " He signaled. Tracey stepped out of the crowd to present herself and began to freeze her handcuffs. Soon enough, she broke them to pieces. Guns flashed up in her direction, as did her hands which she held high. " As you can see, one might believe us to be a threat to global security...but Lucas wishes to manipulate us to take over the world. "
" I see... "
" Which is why we will provide you with the proper support in his capture. "
" ...Well...I see no reason why we shouldn't take you up on that...is there anything in particular you need of me? "
" Yes...Issue an arrest for George Lucas who is currently in Europe. If you get him here, we can finish him. Normal man power wont be able to take him down. "
" Understood, I'll get on it right away. "
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" So Lucas, I chosen a number of agents to guard you during your stay in Paris. " Jasper lead Lucas into a room with a two sided glass window. 4 People stood on the other side.
" Have you now? "
" Yes, Alexis, the girl on your right has the ability of Poison Generation. Drake, has the power of Duplication, Josh can teleport so you can get where you need to be quicker, and the women on your left, Sephira, she manipulates the air and wind. "
" Nice selection, Jasper, thank you. "
" No problem, oh wait, that's my phone, " Jasper flipped his phone open and began to listen to what was being said. A grim expression fell upon his face. He finally hung up and looked into Lucas' eyes. " Your arrest has just been issued in the US...they want you deported immediately.
" So it's time already? " Lucas whispered to himself.
" I have to turn you in, ! " Jasper yelled at him, but Lucas seemed to ignore him as he entered through the door leading him into the opposite room. Jasper pressed his hands against the window. " What are you doing!? "
" Good-bye Jasper, thank you again...Josh, New York City, please. " Josh nodded, and the room was emptied of the 5 people, leaving Jasper in the other room.
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" Xion, ! " Gabriella roared. Everyone's attention switched to her within a flash. " He's here...My father is here... "
" Yes, and he's brought a few people with him...A teleporter- "
" A duplicator, a poison generator, and a- "
" Manipulator of wind and air. " Xion finished.
" What's up with all that? " Isabella wondered.
" Not enough time to explain...get everyone out of their hand cuffs! "
" You heard him, come on, hurry it up! " The 'President' commanded the officers.
" Alright, everyone...the only way we can take Lucas on and come out on top, is to work together...he believes this is a staged battle where he will fake his death. This doesn't mean he'll go easy, nor will his guards. I can't promise that we will all survive, but...stick together. "
" Xion, should we team up with certain people? " Kurai questioned.
" Good question, " Xion began to analyze the team as they were being set free from their chains. " Nathan, you're the only one who can keep up with the teleporter...he'll be the one closest to Lucas. Hizara, Wangetsu, Nikita, Alia, and Diva, You all battle the duplicator. Ayame, Isabelle, Cami, Tracey, and Takao you take on the one who controls poison. Amaya, Tukiyo, Kurai, and Gaby, fight the wind manipulator...that leaves me, Vincent and Jason to fight Lucas. "
" Have you gone crazy, Xion!? " Jason busted out of silence.
" No, I'm planning the pieces correctly. "
" I can't do **** to kill this dude! "
" There's no time to argue, everyone let's go! " Xion ran, leading everyone out of the building, fallowed by a group of officers. Marissa and Misty held their ground inside the station with their personal guards. The lot of them ran far down the street until a light shone far in front of them. As it faded, Lucas and his team appeared.
" My, my...you've got quite a rebellion, Xion! " Lucas began.
" All for the one purpose of killing you! " He responded.
" Humph, all the company wants is for the world to be safe and secure! "
" So that involves the killing of innocent people!? "
" Innocent!? ...Maybe, but it's all for a good cause! "
" Enough of your talk! "
" Very well then...team...please annihilate these pests. " Drake, Alexis, Josh, and Sapphira all nodded in unison and began the battle. Sapphira motioned her hands in the rebellion's direction, and an enormous wind current attacked. Officers set off a barrage of bullets aimed towards Lucas and the others, but the wind caught each before they got close.
" Kurai! " Xion roared the the wind.
" Right! " Kurai opened her eyes to look for Sapphira. Once her eyes found Sapphira's the wind ceased. With this, people rushed toward the evil team led by Lucas. Drake duplicated himself so that there were 5 of him. Before Josh could make a move, Nathan appeared in front of him, giving him a blow to the stomach and then disappearing out of enemy range. Alexis opened her hand out just below her mouth and started to blow out a poison in the rebellion's direction. Ayame stopped and pulled her hands into the air, aimed at the poisonous smoke that slowly became larger and larger. As she focused on the smoke, Ayame was able to form a barrier of energy around it, keeping it out of the way.
" Take this, ya punk! " Wangetsu roared, throwing a bunch of water walls at one of the duplicators others. Hizara did the same with her fire toward another clone. Nikita found Alia and stood next to her as they both faced their own enemy's doppelganger.
" Are either of these the real one? " Nikita asked.
" Hold on, " Alia began to focus on the two clones and discovered Nikita's to be him. "It's yours, he's the original. "
" Ok, good, " Nikita brought her hand up, palm facing him. She grasped her arm with her other hand and began to focus. " Assemble! " Instantly, all of the clones lost control of themselves and flew back into the originals body.
" That saves us some time. "
" Wait, " Nikita focused again and closed her hand into a fist. " Lock!...Now he wont be able to clone himself again. "
" Nice...and you thought you weren't an angel. "
Wangetsu, Hizara, Diva, Alia, and Nikita surrounded him completely, prepared to attack, but willing to keep him alive so long as he didn't make a move. He seemed to be smart as he raised his arms in defeat and brought himself to the ground. They all smirked and lowered their guards slightly.
" Ayame, hold this energy tight alright! " Tracey spoke to Ayame, right in front of the force field keeping the poison out of the air. She placed her hand on the energy and began to freeze it. Within a minute, a large ice barrier formed around the poisonous gas. Cami and Isabelle were with each other and were looking around the barrier for Alexis.
" Do you remember what she looks like? " Cami asked.
" Some-what...let's try. "
" Alright... " Cami took hold of Isabelle's hand and allowed sorrow to run through Isabelle's body, forcing her to cry. As she did, Isabelle tried remembering Alexis' face.
" Ayame, can you sense a presence behind the barrier? " Tracey asked.
" ..., " Ayame focused on what was behind the barrier, and she could slowly sense the energy of someone standing behind it. " Yes, she's definitely still there! " Cami took the sorrow away from Isabelle, stopping the tears from falling as well.
" I have to see her, it's the only way my tears can take effect...but if the barrier is gone, the poison will spread. "
" I can break the ice, then Ayame can move the poison out of the atmosphere... " Takao came in.
" Sounds good...go for it. "
Takao took a step back from the ice wall and built up a large amount of vibration in his fist. Once there was enough, he released it with a punch aimed for the ice. It burst into pieces and the smoke moved fiercely. Ayame moved just as quick to capture the gas. Alexis was revealed through the smog, but not clear enough for Isabelle.
" Ayame, quickly! " Takao rushed.
" I'm workin' on it! " She forced energy around the poison and lifted it high up into the air. There was some left, but Takao took notice and threw a blast of vibration at it to disperse the particles in multiple directions, making is less toxic. Cami took Isabelle's hands again and sent sorrow through her. As the tears fell, Isabelle looked at Alexis with anger. Tears of blood came from Alexis' eyes and she fell to her knees.
" It's working! " Tracey yelled.
On the other side of the battle, Tukiyo was fighting hand to hand with Sapphira, whose abilities were discarded by Kurai. Tukiyo flew a fist directed at Sapphira's head, but it was caught, and twisted. She then drafted her foot under Tukiyo's legs, bringing her to the ground. Just as Sapphira pulled back her fist to pound it at Tukiyo, Kurai came from the side and kicked her out of the way.
" You okay? " Kurai asked, helping her to her feet.
" Yeah, she broke my wrist though... "
" Damn, here she comes! "
Sapphira leaped towards them, kicking both away from each other and landing swiftly on her feet. She ran for Kurai, and Tukiyo fallowed instantly. Sapphira stopped in front of Kurai and drew a kick aimed high for her head, but as Kurai braced herself a large blast of wind pushed Sapphira back at Tukiyo, who reacted quickly by maneuvering her way around Sapphira, and punching her to the ground. Gaby finally arrived to her appropriate fight, Amaya fallowing soon after.
" Sorry, we couldn't find you guys through all the ruckus. "
" It's okay...we've got this one taken care of... "
Nathan was racing Josh all over the area. As Josh teleported, Nathan accelerated in his direction. It was a battle of speed, and Nathan was just a millisecond off, until Josh got worn out quickly, and was finally caught by Nathan. He was doomed now as Nathan attacked constantly from all directions. Josh couldn't concentrate at all to teleport. With one final blow, Nathan punched him dead center in the face, knocking him out cold.
" So...Xion, Vincent, and Jason...my 3 opponents. I could kill you right on the spot, each of you. "
" As can I. " Vincent replied smirking.
" You are powerful...but not powerful enough. "
" Would you like to test that theory? " Vincent's eyes grew dark and the street around him grew cold and cracked. Xion and Jason were kept safe, but as it drew close to Lucas, his face aged. He only smiled, and then used telekinesis to bring Vincent to the floor, then dragging him up to meet Lucas' level.
" You have no idea who you're dealing with, boy...'Death' means nothing to me. " Vincent was flown into the street, now unconscious. Lucas' appearance went to it's normal state as if his youth was coming back.
" Lucas...this ends tonight. "
" Oh...it's only the beginning. "
" Jason, do it. "
" Do what, I can't do 'anything' to this guy, he's too strong! "
" Jason! "
" I can't! "
" Xion...he doesn't understand his abilities, it's useless. "
" Jason...there are two sides to a whole, one light, one dark. One side may be stronger than the other, but you can control that difference, you can change it. When you saved Nikita, you added light to her soul, bringing it back to life, you can do the opposite too! "
" Even if he knows this, he doesn't know how to do it, Xion. "
" Jason, even from the beginning, we told you...you're the only one who can stop the extermination, there was truth behind that! "
" ...You knew this day would come... "
" Yes, maybe not exactly as I thought it would play out, but the future I saw with you is right now! "
" ...Lucas...you've caused so much pain... "
" Xion, what is this, !? " Lucas began to feel an ache through his body. " You betrayed me...Boy, he's lying, there are plenty of others who could kill me, why on earth would it just be you!? " He tried convincing Jason.
" That's not true...there are others that could kill your physical body, but not your soul...I want to make sure you die for real Lucas. The future you wish to be, will only lead to a Hell on earth. "
" I made you what you are today, if it weren't for me, you'd be stuck as a poor orphan on the street begging for food! "
" True...that's the best thing you've ever done for this world. Finish him Jason. "
Jason's eyes grew jet black as he stared at Lucas. His face was blank as he faced his enemy, and as this lead on, a light shone from Lucas' mouth. As it grew brighter, an orb was revealed and exited his body. Lucas fell to the floor, lifeless. The orb floated in the air, bringing attention from all around. Jason finally came to and was amazed at the light. It was growing closer to him however, so he opened his hand for it to land upon. As it did, he grasped it, and it disappeared.
" You did good Jason, " Xion sat his hand on Jason's shoulder. " That was all the light that was within Lucas' soul...not much, right. "
" But, I don't- "
" -Understand? You see, a soul cannot contain just one side of light or dark. When a soul is dead, what ever side was stronger, overwhelms the other. Nikita's darkness did that when she died, but you filled her soul will light again, setting the balance back to normal. In this case, you took the light from Lucas, filling his body with darkness, so he died. "
" Then...what happens to his light? "
" That's for you to decide. "
" Well, what does that mean? "
" You'll find out some day. " Xion left him to himself and approached the others. Jason turned to fallow his direction and noticed Vincent lying on the ground. He gazed for a moment, and tried his ability again. His eyes grew a bright gold this time though, for a shorter moment as well, and Vincent conscious again, bringing himself to his feet slowly.
" Officers, please apprehend those captured! " Xion ordered the police who hid from the battle, as they did not want to interfere. Once directed, they fallowed orders and took both Sapphira, Josh, and Drake under custody. Tracey found Xion and walked beside him.
" We actually did it...we killed Lucas. The UGPS will crumble, we can roam free, it's all over. "
" ...No...it's not. "
End Of Poison/Us
It was dead silent in the truck full of superhuman. They were being taken to the police station where they would await for the 'President' to arrive, as he seemed to make it urgent that he speak with these people. Jason gazed at Xion, and then finally broke the silence.
" Why? " He asked. Xion, who had his head down, turned it to face Jason, opening his eyes which were once shut.
" Why what? " He replied.
" Why are you doing all of this...and for such an evil man...just why? "
" I believed that I had no choice...but it wasn't until recent that I realized...there's always a choice. "
" ...That doesn't explain why you did it! " Wangetsu snapped at him. Tracey closed her eyes for a moment and sighed. She then brought her focus to Wangetsu.
" Xion...was only a child when Lucas found him on the streets, " She began, looking softly at Xion, who put his head back down towards his knees, his hands clasped together as they were chained by the wrist. " It was just the two of us at first, me and him...but when Lucas came around, he took us in...gave us a home. "
" Then it all changed. " Xion added.
" ...Lucas told us...'In this world, there are people who can do extraordinary things; fly, breathe under water, even live forever...you two, are part of that generation. ' As children, we leaped in joy at this, we wanted to know how to use these abilities. He told us 'I can teach you, but first, you must allow me to have just a tiny bit of your blood.' We were curious, but didn't care, we would learn something normal people can't be taught. After we did as he wished, he helped us learn to use our powers. I guess Xion, was the one he truly after though. When Lucas found out Xion had the gift of omniscience...Lucas focused all of his time on him. He told me, Lucas would always ask what the future is going to be like, and he would always tell him 'it's not good'. As odd as it may be, Lucas was the father we never had...but now that we're older, we can see the evil in him. " The truck was silent yet again. Gabriella interrupted soon enough.
" How long ago were you both taken in by my father? "
" 10 Years ago... " Xion answered muffled under his breath.
" So it was both of you...my father left me and my mother 10 years ago for his job...a few years later I searched for him, and then I became part of the company. He left us for the both of you...our family was ruined...but I guess it isn't your faults. My father caused all this pain...and the only way to end it...is to work together. "
Xion lifted his body slowly due to hearing this. He starred into Gaby's eyes for a moment. The engine was all that could be heard. Xion smiled and closed his eyes.
" Even though you do not have the complete ability of omniscience...you still are able to comprehend all of the information it holds...that is very impressive. You're a smart girl, Gabriella, and I will take you up on that offer of compromise. " Xion moved his chained hands towards her. She waited a moment and reached for his, taking hold and shaking. The truck stopped, and within a minute the back door opened, revealing a group of officers aiming their guns toward the inhabitants of the vehicle. Two other cops appeared to lead the group inside the station. As they all entered, Marissa, a.k.a, Mr. President, stood firm, guarded by 5 special officers. Misty was being held by another 2.
" Good evening... " Marissa greeted.
" Same to you...Mr. President. " Xion replied, convincingly.
" So, you spoke of a threat...please elaborate. "
" Ah yes, " Some confused faces were being held by most of the group, unsure as to what was going on. Xion spoke to the president recently? " A man known as George Lucas, the leader of the UGPS, is planning to start a war...in it's midst, he will take advantage and attempt to take over each country. You see, the UGPS was formed to capture and study humans with special abilities...If you may allow my friend to provide an example, Tracey, " He signaled. Tracey stepped out of the crowd to present herself and began to freeze her handcuffs. Soon enough, she broke them to pieces. Guns flashed up in her direction, as did her hands which she held high. " As you can see, one might believe us to be a threat to global security...but Lucas wishes to manipulate us to take over the world. "
" I see... "
" Which is why we will provide you with the proper support in his capture. "
" ...Well...I see no reason why we shouldn't take you up on that...is there anything in particular you need of me? "
" Yes...Issue an arrest for George Lucas who is currently in Europe. If you get him here, we can finish him. Normal man power wont be able to take him down. "
" Understood, I'll get on it right away. "
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" So Lucas, I chosen a number of agents to guard you during your stay in Paris. " Jasper lead Lucas into a room with a two sided glass window. 4 People stood on the other side.
" Have you now? "
" Yes, Alexis, the girl on your right has the ability of Poison Generation. Drake, has the power of Duplication, Josh can teleport so you can get where you need to be quicker, and the women on your left, Sephira, she manipulates the air and wind. "
" Nice selection, Jasper, thank you. "
" No problem, oh wait, that's my phone, " Jasper flipped his phone open and began to listen to what was being said. A grim expression fell upon his face. He finally hung up and looked into Lucas' eyes. " Your arrest has just been issued in the US...they want you deported immediately.
" So it's time already? " Lucas whispered to himself.
" I have to turn you in, ! " Jasper yelled at him, but Lucas seemed to ignore him as he entered through the door leading him into the opposite room. Jasper pressed his hands against the window. " What are you doing!? "
" Good-bye Jasper, thank you again...Josh, New York City, please. " Josh nodded, and the room was emptied of the 5 people, leaving Jasper in the other room.
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" Xion, ! " Gabriella roared. Everyone's attention switched to her within a flash. " He's here...My father is here... "
" Yes, and he's brought a few people with him...A teleporter- "
" A duplicator, a poison generator, and a- "
" Manipulator of wind and air. " Xion finished.
" What's up with all that? " Isabella wondered.
" Not enough time to explain...get everyone out of their hand cuffs! "
" You heard him, come on, hurry it up! " The 'President' commanded the officers.
" Alright, everyone...the only way we can take Lucas on and come out on top, is to work together...he believes this is a staged battle where he will fake his death. This doesn't mean he'll go easy, nor will his guards. I can't promise that we will all survive, but...stick together. "
" Xion, should we team up with certain people? " Kurai questioned.
" Good question, " Xion began to analyze the team as they were being set free from their chains. " Nathan, you're the only one who can keep up with the teleporter...he'll be the one closest to Lucas. Hizara, Wangetsu, Nikita, Alia, and Diva, You all battle the duplicator. Ayame, Isabelle, Cami, Tracey, and Takao you take on the one who controls poison. Amaya, Tukiyo, Kurai, and Gaby, fight the wind manipulator...that leaves me, Vincent and Jason to fight Lucas. "
" Have you gone crazy, Xion!? " Jason busted out of silence.
" No, I'm planning the pieces correctly. "
" I can't do **** to kill this dude! "
" There's no time to argue, everyone let's go! " Xion ran, leading everyone out of the building, fallowed by a group of officers. Marissa and Misty held their ground inside the station with their personal guards. The lot of them ran far down the street until a light shone far in front of them. As it faded, Lucas and his team appeared.
" My, my...you've got quite a rebellion, Xion! " Lucas began.
" All for the one purpose of killing you! " He responded.
" Humph, all the company wants is for the world to be safe and secure! "
" So that involves the killing of innocent people!? "
" Innocent!? ...Maybe, but it's all for a good cause! "
" Enough of your talk! "
" Very well then...team...please annihilate these pests. " Drake, Alexis, Josh, and Sapphira all nodded in unison and began the battle. Sapphira motioned her hands in the rebellion's direction, and an enormous wind current attacked. Officers set off a barrage of bullets aimed towards Lucas and the others, but the wind caught each before they got close.
" Kurai! " Xion roared the the wind.
" Right! " Kurai opened her eyes to look for Sapphira. Once her eyes found Sapphira's the wind ceased. With this, people rushed toward the evil team led by Lucas. Drake duplicated himself so that there were 5 of him. Before Josh could make a move, Nathan appeared in front of him, giving him a blow to the stomach and then disappearing out of enemy range. Alexis opened her hand out just below her mouth and started to blow out a poison in the rebellion's direction. Ayame stopped and pulled her hands into the air, aimed at the poisonous smoke that slowly became larger and larger. As she focused on the smoke, Ayame was able to form a barrier of energy around it, keeping it out of the way.
" Take this, ya punk! " Wangetsu roared, throwing a bunch of water walls at one of the duplicators others. Hizara did the same with her fire toward another clone. Nikita found Alia and stood next to her as they both faced their own enemy's doppelganger.
" Are either of these the real one? " Nikita asked.
" Hold on, " Alia began to focus on the two clones and discovered Nikita's to be him. "It's yours, he's the original. "
" Ok, good, " Nikita brought her hand up, palm facing him. She grasped her arm with her other hand and began to focus. " Assemble! " Instantly, all of the clones lost control of themselves and flew back into the originals body.
" That saves us some time. "
" Wait, " Nikita focused again and closed her hand into a fist. " Lock!...Now he wont be able to clone himself again. "
" Nice...and you thought you weren't an angel. "
Wangetsu, Hizara, Diva, Alia, and Nikita surrounded him completely, prepared to attack, but willing to keep him alive so long as he didn't make a move. He seemed to be smart as he raised his arms in defeat and brought himself to the ground. They all smirked and lowered their guards slightly.
" Ayame, hold this energy tight alright! " Tracey spoke to Ayame, right in front of the force field keeping the poison out of the air. She placed her hand on the energy and began to freeze it. Within a minute, a large ice barrier formed around the poisonous gas. Cami and Isabelle were with each other and were looking around the barrier for Alexis.
" Do you remember what she looks like? " Cami asked.
" Some-what...let's try. "
" Alright... " Cami took hold of Isabelle's hand and allowed sorrow to run through Isabelle's body, forcing her to cry. As she did, Isabelle tried remembering Alexis' face.
" Ayame, can you sense a presence behind the barrier? " Tracey asked.
" ..., " Ayame focused on what was behind the barrier, and she could slowly sense the energy of someone standing behind it. " Yes, she's definitely still there! " Cami took the sorrow away from Isabelle, stopping the tears from falling as well.
" I have to see her, it's the only way my tears can take effect...but if the barrier is gone, the poison will spread. "
" I can break the ice, then Ayame can move the poison out of the atmosphere... " Takao came in.
" Sounds good...go for it. "
Takao took a step back from the ice wall and built up a large amount of vibration in his fist. Once there was enough, he released it with a punch aimed for the ice. It burst into pieces and the smoke moved fiercely. Ayame moved just as quick to capture the gas. Alexis was revealed through the smog, but not clear enough for Isabelle.
" Ayame, quickly! " Takao rushed.
" I'm workin' on it! " She forced energy around the poison and lifted it high up into the air. There was some left, but Takao took notice and threw a blast of vibration at it to disperse the particles in multiple directions, making is less toxic. Cami took Isabelle's hands again and sent sorrow through her. As the tears fell, Isabelle looked at Alexis with anger. Tears of blood came from Alexis' eyes and she fell to her knees.
" It's working! " Tracey yelled.
On the other side of the battle, Tukiyo was fighting hand to hand with Sapphira, whose abilities were discarded by Kurai. Tukiyo flew a fist directed at Sapphira's head, but it was caught, and twisted. She then drafted her foot under Tukiyo's legs, bringing her to the ground. Just as Sapphira pulled back her fist to pound it at Tukiyo, Kurai came from the side and kicked her out of the way.
" You okay? " Kurai asked, helping her to her feet.
" Yeah, she broke my wrist though... "
" Damn, here she comes! "
Sapphira leaped towards them, kicking both away from each other and landing swiftly on her feet. She ran for Kurai, and Tukiyo fallowed instantly. Sapphira stopped in front of Kurai and drew a kick aimed high for her head, but as Kurai braced herself a large blast of wind pushed Sapphira back at Tukiyo, who reacted quickly by maneuvering her way around Sapphira, and punching her to the ground. Gaby finally arrived to her appropriate fight, Amaya fallowing soon after.
" Sorry, we couldn't find you guys through all the ruckus. "
" It's okay...we've got this one taken care of... "
Nathan was racing Josh all over the area. As Josh teleported, Nathan accelerated in his direction. It was a battle of speed, and Nathan was just a millisecond off, until Josh got worn out quickly, and was finally caught by Nathan. He was doomed now as Nathan attacked constantly from all directions. Josh couldn't concentrate at all to teleport. With one final blow, Nathan punched him dead center in the face, knocking him out cold.
" So...Xion, Vincent, and Jason...my 3 opponents. I could kill you right on the spot, each of you. "
" As can I. " Vincent replied smirking.
" You are powerful...but not powerful enough. "
" Would you like to test that theory? " Vincent's eyes grew dark and the street around him grew cold and cracked. Xion and Jason were kept safe, but as it drew close to Lucas, his face aged. He only smiled, and then used telekinesis to bring Vincent to the floor, then dragging him up to meet Lucas' level.
" You have no idea who you're dealing with, boy...'Death' means nothing to me. " Vincent was flown into the street, now unconscious. Lucas' appearance went to it's normal state as if his youth was coming back.
" Lucas...this ends tonight. "
" Oh...it's only the beginning. "
" Jason, do it. "
" Do what, I can't do 'anything' to this guy, he's too strong! "
" Jason! "
" I can't! "
" Xion...he doesn't understand his abilities, it's useless. "
" Jason...there are two sides to a whole, one light, one dark. One side may be stronger than the other, but you can control that difference, you can change it. When you saved Nikita, you added light to her soul, bringing it back to life, you can do the opposite too! "
" Even if he knows this, he doesn't know how to do it, Xion. "
" Jason, even from the beginning, we told you...you're the only one who can stop the extermination, there was truth behind that! "
" ...You knew this day would come... "
" Yes, maybe not exactly as I thought it would play out, but the future I saw with you is right now! "
" ...Lucas...you've caused so much pain... "
" Xion, what is this, !? " Lucas began to feel an ache through his body. " You betrayed me...Boy, he's lying, there are plenty of others who could kill me, why on earth would it just be you!? " He tried convincing Jason.
" That's not true...there are others that could kill your physical body, but not your soul...I want to make sure you die for real Lucas. The future you wish to be, will only lead to a Hell on earth. "
" I made you what you are today, if it weren't for me, you'd be stuck as a poor orphan on the street begging for food! "
" True...that's the best thing you've ever done for this world. Finish him Jason. "
Jason's eyes grew jet black as he stared at Lucas. His face was blank as he faced his enemy, and as this lead on, a light shone from Lucas' mouth. As it grew brighter, an orb was revealed and exited his body. Lucas fell to the floor, lifeless. The orb floated in the air, bringing attention from all around. Jason finally came to and was amazed at the light. It was growing closer to him however, so he opened his hand for it to land upon. As it did, he grasped it, and it disappeared.
" You did good Jason, " Xion sat his hand on Jason's shoulder. " That was all the light that was within Lucas' soul...not much, right. "
" But, I don't- "
" -Understand? You see, a soul cannot contain just one side of light or dark. When a soul is dead, what ever side was stronger, overwhelms the other. Nikita's darkness did that when she died, but you filled her soul will light again, setting the balance back to normal. In this case, you took the light from Lucas, filling his body with darkness, so he died. "
" Then...what happens to his light? "
" That's for you to decide. "
" Well, what does that mean? "
" You'll find out some day. " Xion left him to himself and approached the others. Jason turned to fallow his direction and noticed Vincent lying on the ground. He gazed for a moment, and tried his ability again. His eyes grew a bright gold this time though, for a shorter moment as well, and Vincent conscious again, bringing himself to his feet slowly.
" Officers, please apprehend those captured! " Xion ordered the police who hid from the battle, as they did not want to interfere. Once directed, they fallowed orders and took both Sapphira, Josh, and Drake under custody. Tracey found Xion and walked beside him.
" We actually did it...we killed Lucas. The UGPS will crumble, we can roam free, it's all over. "
" ...No...it's not. "
End Of Poison/Us
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