Chapter 26- Role Models and Crushes
*Third Person, No One's P.O.V., Monster Camp (Again) but with style*
Jason- Man I can really see why Thomas and Sarah are so disappointed in you guys you really are the easiest baddies I've ever fought, and I once fought guy who threw sponges as weapons.
The male chides whilst dodging around several hilichurl weapons whether it be clubs, axes or arrows. Dodging an arrow the male retaliates by snapping his fingers summoning a bolt of lightning to strike the creature not only killing it but also bringing the archers tower he was stood upon on to of another three creatures crushing them.
Jason- I mean at least TRY and dodge!
The male lightly shouts as he continues snapping summoning bolt after bolt killing Hilichurls left, right, and center. Sighing disappointingly at their efforts he decides to give them a break and sops snapping before unsheathing his blade. Dashing forward he runs around slicing apart more monsters along the way dodging attack after attack and sighing with every one. Stopping he looks around and finds only three more hilichurls along with an axe metachurl all standing around nervously.
Jason- *Sigh* This is no fun........Thunderous Finale!!!
The male shouts crouching down and slamming his fist into the ground before a massive bolt of lightning suddenly strikes the hilltop obliterating the landscape around them along with the last remaining creatures. Watching the last Hilichurl fall dead the male sighs yet again before sheathing his blade and goes to walk off however before he can make it three feet he feels the ground start to rumble around him and then out of nowhere comes a massive ruin hunter glaring angrily at him.
Jason- Huh Giant cyclops robot with a drill arm and missiles, that's a new one. Oh well they live the same they die the same.
He speaks before simply snapping fingers and obliterating the machine with a single strike. Dusting his hands off he once again goes to head off but is yet again interrupted as he senses danger approaching. Sensing said danger he immediately back flips into the air using his lightning to increase his height and narrowly avoids a boulder that was hurled in his direction. Landing back on the ground he turns to find a stone hide lawachurl there looking very hungry. Dashing straight at the male the monster roars directly in his face sending saliva and other stuff flying in his direction.
Jason- Gross, just for that you're dead!
The male states before rushing forward leaping in the air and kneeing the creature in the face hard enough to wrench it's head clean off it's shoulders. Landing back on the ground he wipes globs of saliva off his shoulder plate before turning and walking off but is ONCE AGAIN interrupted this time by a Ruin Grader who fires off a large missile which he effortlessly dodges.
Jason- Where are all these things coming from-Woah!
The male suddenly exclaims as he narrowly avoids a punch from the robot. Dodging the attack he snaps his fingers trying to give this one the same treatment as his flying cousin but the bolt merely staggers the machine before it continues advancing on the now grinning male.
Jason- Okay now we're getting somewhere! *cracks knuckles* Let's party!
He speaks rushing forward blade now drawn before trading blows with the machine as they begin slashing and punching at one another. Parrying another punch the male stuns the machine with an electrical touch before sliding between it's legs and slicing at it's crouch and he does. Ending up on the other side he runs in to continue only to be met with a spin attack sending him flying back. Once he's down the machine starts slowly advancing on the male still spinning only for to effortlessly dodge it as it's moving really slow.
Jason- Yawn!
He yawns. Seeing as thus spin attack is doing nothing the machine alts in it's movement then immediately regrets doing so as the male grips it by the arm a borderline sadistic smirk now on his face.
Jason- So you like to spin huh? Well you're gonna love this.......Lightning Vortex!
He shouts spinning the machine around really fast before tossing it away. Whilst it's still airborne the male snaps his fingers and summons a massive tornado made of pure lightning to suck the robot in tearing it apart and electrifying it to no end. Watching this for a new seconds he then rushes in and leaps into the griping the machine by the shoulders and slamming it into the ground creating a massive crater where it lands. Standing back to admire his work he sees the machine now sparking and bonking it's self upside the head continuously as it's internal wires and crap are now severely fried.
Jason- This is why machine have learned to fear me!
He states his palm now crackling with intense amounts of electricity. Reaching forward he goes to deliver his deathly touch and finish this but before he can he notices it's eye getting brighter and brighter then suddenly realizing what's happening he speaks.
Jason- Oh Nark-Gah!
He exclaims as the machine fires off a deadly laser directly in his face that he was unable to dodge due to being so close. Falling on his back the male grips his face tightly shouting and cursing a loud. Rising back from the floor the machine turns the tables and now it's the machine going to finish the make off. Locking onto it's target it fires off a final missile directly towards the male hoping to finish him off only to have it's world shattered as the male without even looking sticks his arm out, grabs the missile and hurls it back hitting his target and blowing up the machine leaving him alone with his now scarred face. Sitting up with a groan he feels his face and nearly faints as he can feel a nasty scar. Alerted by this he crawls on over to a nearby lake to double check and sure enough there across his face lies a massive burn scar. Falling back at the sight the male grips his face shouting.
Jason- DAMNIT!!! *Sigh* With a life like this it was only a matter of time I suppose.....Oh well nothing a little electricity can't fix.
He states before rising from the floor and trudging over to the dead but still sparking machine. Holding his hand out he opens his palm before absorbing the electricity directly into his body mostly healing the scar but still leaving a light mark. Inspecting this he decides.
Jason- Welp best go see...........Barbie? Again.
Before heading off back towards Mondstat. Reaching the city instantly due to his speed the male walks through the front gates of town and starts sauntering towards the cathedral hoping to get this mark off his face. Continuing to walk he's suddenly interrupted as a brunette female around his age suddenly steps in front of him bashfully holding her hands behind her back.
Jason- Can I help you?
Kisara- Hi my names Kisara and well I was wondering if maybe you wanted to grab a drink sometime?
Jason- Drink? Uh yeah sure.
Kisara- REALLY!?!
Jason- Yeah but just let me deal with all this first.
He replies gesturing towards his face. Seeing the state of his face the girl nods and stands aside letting him through and watches him head off a deep blush on her face.
Kisara- 'Yes, YES, YES!!! YES!!!'
She internally screams jumping for joy before running off to look for the perfect outfit for their date. Back to Jason we find him currently getting a pot roast shoved in his arms by a blushing Sara.
Sara- Here this is for you.
Jason- Oh uh thanks!
The male speaks sheepishly holding the pot unsure of what to now. Luckily for him the woman instructs him on exactly what to do.
Sara- Try some!
She speaks shoving a spoonful down his throat. Gagging for a second due to the suddenness of her actions. Managing to swallow albeit with a little trouble he gasps loudly trying to get his breath back over her bold move.
Sara- So how was it?
Jason- Ah.....
The male speaks as he completely forgot to even taste the food. Thinking back to when she shoved the spoon down his throat he remember the food being the perfect temp between warm and hot, the creamy broth and rich beef along with the soft perfectly seasoned vegetables. Thinking back to all this reminds him of his mother's cooking and how much he always loved to eat her food.
Jason- It's tastes great, just like my mom used to make it.
Sara- REALLY!?!
Jason- Yeah thanks for the meal I'll stop by for the rest later alright?
Sara- Okay I'll keep it warm for you, bye!
The woman calls waving goodbye as he heads off by through town ignoring and walking past several more people trying to get his attention before he finally manages to reach the cathedral and steps inside. Once in he takes the usual path towards the infirmary though just before he goes to open the door it suddenly swings open and out steps Sarah.
Sarah- Oh Jason! Just the guy she wanted to see~
Jason- Who?
The male asks but simply gets a head nod and a playful wink as a response from the girl before she heads off leaving him confused. Pushing that aside the male steps inside to find Barbara standing in the center of the room already blushing and sweating like crazy before she even lays eyes on him as if something happened here already. Traveling inside the girl's mind we find out exactly what that something is.
*5 Minutes Earlier*
Barbara- And that should do it! Remember drink plenty of fluids and try to be more careful next time you're adventuring in a thorny forest.
Bennet- Thanks!
The male speaks hopping off the bed and heading off looking for his next adventure. Sighing at this knowing he'll be back within an hour the girl begins preparing some items that might come in handy soon before turning to her companion.
Barbara- Thanks for keeping him still during the sewing procedure he hates needles.
Sarah- No problem so is there any more patients you need help with today?
Barbara- No that's the last of them for now at least.
Sarah- Okay good!
Barbara- Why's that-Wah!
The girl exclaims as the sorceress suddenly shove the medical cart between the two aside and begins the girl in close to stare directly into her eyes a teasing smirk now plastered on her face.
Sarah- So I saw the way that last patient was looking at you.
Barbara- Huh?
Sarah- What was his name Bennet? Yeah I think he might have a little crush on you🎵
She sing songs the last part leaving the girl blushing deeply over her words. Escaping from her grip the nun begins shying away trying to make some distance but utterly fails as the blonde continues moving closer until she's got her back against a wall.
Barbara- B-Bennet and I are friends, I treat his wounds whenever he's hurt there's nothing more to our relationship than that. And besides I think he sees me as more of a sister then anything else.
Sarah- Okay but that's only one of the boys who likes you. Being the town idol you have countless of boys and creepily enough grown men are fawning for you every day. Surely there's at least one you're interested in right?
Barbara- I-Interested?
Sarah- Yeah interested so tell me who's the lucky man that stole your heart? Or girl I don't judge after all my best friend is Bi so it's cool you can leave the closet around me.
Barbara- I-I'm not interested in anyone....
She lies trying to get the girl to drop the subject though due to her voice cracking with every word she just spoke it's made pretty clear she way lying.
Sarah- Come on I know you have a crush on someone it's okay you can tell me I wont tease or anything I just want to know.
Barbara-...........
Sarah- Perhaps a certain white haired electrical friend of mine? Is it him you have a crush on? Much like 98% of the girls here in town.
She asks before watching as the girls face blushes deeper and she begins hiding her face behind her hands. That action being all the sorceress needed.
Sarah- Oh my god you do!
Barbara- Okay fine I admit it. I do have a bit of small-
Sarah- Small?
Barbara- Okay.......a BIG crush on him. But I can't help it! Every time I see him my jeart begins racing and my palms get all sweaty.
Sarah- Uh-Huh tell me more~
She speaks softly sitting up on the hospital bed and summoning a clip board, pencil and a pair of glasses which she swiftly puts on. Sitting down beside her the deaconess continues.
Barbara- He's really handsome like REALLY handsome he's hands down the most attractive man I've ever met.
Sarah- And how does that make you feel?
Barbara- Hot.
Sarah- Interesting, keep going.
Barbara- But he's also really nice too. Last time he came in for a check up he asked if I needed help with anything after he was done which was super sweet of him. He's also super cool telling me all sorts of adventures he goes on hence why he's coming in here about twice a week, he's funny and charming, suave and brave and again he's so hot!!!
Sarah- Alright I got all the nformation I needed.
Barbara- You did?
Sarah- Yep!
The girl replies before holding out the clip board and flipping it over to show Barbara what she's been writing down. Once the clip board is in her sight the girl immediately jumps back her face deep red as what's currently on the paper isn't notes like she thought but rather a drawing of Jason carrying the nun bridal style with a bunch of small hearts floating around their bodies and a JxB written at the top. Swiping the clip board from her hand the girl begins freaking out over it unable to tear her eyes off the page.
Barbara- What is this!?!
Sarah- I don't know I thought you'd like it.
Barbara- No this is-this is all wrong!
Sarah- What is?
Barbara- I only have a crush on him I don't plan on marrying him! And even if I did want to it's not like he'd ever love me back!
Sarah- I don't know Barb he does like his blondes trust me I know.
Barbara- Huh?
Sarah- Then again there is.......
*Flashback*
Sarah- Ooh.......who's Winter?
Jason- She's........Honestly.........I'm not sure. I dont think we're dating yet so I guess she's a close friend and potential lover at best.
Sarah- Heh spicy
*Flashback End*
Sarah- Hmm........
Barbara- What, what is it?
She asks worriedly over what the sorceress is currently troubled by sensing it's something bad. Hearing the worry in her voice Sarah decides to nit worry the poor girl any more and pushes it off.
Sarah- Nothing just remembered something from my my past, nothing to worry your pretty little head over.
Barbara- Okay but do you really think I have a chance with him?
Sarah- I know so, just be yourself around him people love you and he's very easy to get along with on if you play your cards right you'll be in smooch city in no time!
Barbara- Gah!
The girl exclaims her race exploding into a blush over those last couple words. Standing up she goes to stand in the center of the room before hearing footsteps approaching and turns to find-
*Flashback End*
Barbara- JASON, Hi!
Jason- What's up
Barbara- w-w-What can I do for y-you?
Jason- Not much I was just wondering if you had something for face burns and scars?
He asks gesturing towards his face. Glancing at where he's gesturing the girl finds exactly what he's talling about as she finds a small burn scar across his face. Alerted by this she quickly runs over and shoves him down on one of the beds to get to work without another word. Quickly running her hands over his face she creates a small barrier of water to heal the scarred tissues leaving only the burn which is soon dispelled of when she rubs some ointment onto his face before finishing off by placing a small bandage across his nose horizontally. Standing back she admires her work and a little more too if you catch my drift.
Barbara- That should do it!
Jason- Cool thanks.
He states and goes to head out. Remembering the blondes words from earlier and not wanting to leave so soon the nun then reaches out and grabs his hand which sends a painful electrical current through her arm.
Barbara- Ahh!
Jason- Barbara!
The make exclaims rushing back on going to check on her. Knelling down beside the girl he notices her arms convulsing around as her body begins twitching. Knowing he has to do something he sticks his hand out and absorbs the excess electricity from her body before getting eye level with her.
Jason- You okay?
Barbara- Yeah ow......
Jason- Sorry sometimes I can't control my electrical touch and I end up hurting people like that.
Barbara- It's alright.
They commune before continuing to sit there in silence feeling very awkward about the whole tasing deal. Once again remembering the blondes words Barbara goes to have small chat with the still apologizing male.
Barbara- Really it's okay it didn't hurt that bad. But um on a completely unrelated note how've you been?
Jason- I'm fine, been fighting monsters and being force fed pot roasts same as usual.
Barbara- Good good.
Jason- So how've YOU been?
Barbara- I've been really busy lately what with all my different tasks as deaconess of favonius: praying, setting up church gatherings, singing and preforming-
Jason- Performing?
Barbara- Yeah didn't you know I'm not just a deaconess I'm also an idol here.
Jason- An idol? Like one of those girls that dances around on stage in a cute outfits for men three times her age to ogle at?
He asks leaving the girl reeled back over his description of her quote un quote "job/role"
Barbara- While I wouldn't exactly describe it that way yes!
Jason- Cool I love concerts when's your next gig?
Barbara- Wait you wanna come to one of shows?
Jason- Yeah when is it happening?
Barbara- 'OH MY ARCHONS HE ACTUALLY WANTS TO COME TO ONE OF MY SHOWS!!!, I LOVE YOU JASON!!!' Actually i-it's happening tomorrow night here in front of the cathedral.
Jason- Cool I'll be there cheering from the stands, anyways thanks for the healing and the talk I'll see ya around Barb!
The male calls waving goodbye before rising and heading off leaving the girl alone. Once she's sure he can't hear her she quickly bolts up to her feet and does a small dance in celebration cheering loudly over his statement.
Barbara- 'He's coming, he's actually coming!!! I have to really nail this next concert and show him what I'm really made of' Let's get to work!
She exclaims bolting out the door and heading to her personal room where she makes some adjustment to her routine and tries picking out the best outfit to wear. Outside the cathedral we find Jason pocketing his hands and walking around aimlessly minding his own business unaware of the danger that's quickly approaching before-
Bennet- LOOK OUT!!!
Jason- Huh-WOAH!!!
The male shouts as a short male suddenly falls right out of the sky landing at his feet and damn near crushing him and sending dust everywhere which the male quickly defends against by dawning his mask. Afterwards he goes to help the poor guy up and brushes him off unable to see his face as it's covered in dust before asking.
Jason- You alright?
Bennet- Yeah I'm cool.
Jason- Where'd you even come from?
Bennet- I don't know I was just walking around absentmindedly and next thing I know I'm falling off the cathedral roof.
Jason- You need medical attention?
Bennet- No I'm good I've take worse hits before.
The male speaks wiping the dust off his face and giving the speedster a clear look at him.
Jason- What the heck?
Bennet- What?
He asks confused as to the males sudden bewilderment before watching as he removes his mask and gasps over what he see's.
Bennet- Woah you look just like me!
Jason- and you look like me!
They exclaims walking over pointing at each other and trying to get a closer look at to the other where they notice all their similar features.
Bennet- Same white hair and green eyes.
Jason- Same messy hair style and adventurous eyes too.
Bennet- Same light toned skin.
Jason- We even both have a bandage across our noses right now. Man it's looking directly into a young mirror.
Bennet- I this what I'm gonna look like when I'm older? I look SO COOL!!!
He suddenly shouts scaring the speedster and scaring him even more as the boy closes the distance between them gripping him by the shoulders.
Bennet- This is officially the coolest day of my life, who are you?
He asks stars in his eyes as he gazes up at the male who in his current position along with the angle of the sun is given a radiant look.
Jason- Jason, Jason Smith and you are?
Bennet- I'm Bennet! Tell me do you like adventuring?
Jason- I love it why?
Bennet- So do I what about fighting? Do you have a weapon?
He asks though instead of giving him a straight answer the male simply unsheathes his blade and holds it out for the boy to see. Once out the boy's eyes immediately widen and sparkle over the weapon before him.
Bennet- SO COOL!!! Can I hold it?
Jason- Sure go nuts.
He replies handing the blade over which the boy quickly swipes and begins holding like it's the most precious thing in the world to him, speaking in babbles as he's too awe struck to form a coherent sentence. Deciding he wants to do more with it the boy swings the blade down and is suddenly blown back as a blast of lightning suddenly shoots from the blade and strikes a nearby statue destroying it. Watching this the speedster once again helps the boy up before retrieving his blade.
Bennet- That was awesome! Where'd you get that?
Jason- My friend Thomas made it for me.
Bennet- Thomas? Brown haired smart guy with a robot arm?
Jason- Yeah you know him?
Bennet- Do I! He's part of my adventure team and is constantly going on adventures with me and since you know him personally that just makes you even cooler now! But enough about him what's your elemental vision?
Jason- My trait? Um.....
The male ums gazing around for a bit trying to find the safest spot to do this before eventually settling on a nearby fig tree. Once spotted the male snaps his fingers and summons a bolt of lightning to obliterate not only the tree but also the whole area around it too.
Jason- Oops too much power
Bennet- You can strike lightning!?! That's it you're officially the coolest person I know-Ow!
The boy shouts in pain as a smoldering branch from the exploding tree pelts him upside the head. Confused as to how that could've possibly happened when the tree is about a mile away the speedster inquires about it.
Jason- What the, how'd that branch hit you from all the way over there?
Bennet- Ah-'Wait if I tell him the truth then he might start avoiding me at all costs and he's so cool that I want to spend more time with him. I can't let him find out' o-Oh I'm not sure guess that blast must've really sent it up there ey?
Jason- I suppose.....
He speaks a little unsure over the males words and senses he's not being entirely honest with him. Deciding to push these thoughts aside he goes to speak once more before a voice behind him calls put his name. Turning he finds the girl from earlier now dressed in a simple red dress wearing make up standing there.
Kisara- Hey Jason I'm ready for our date now!
Jason- Date? I thought we were just-
Kisara- No time to waste let's go!
She speaks interrupting the male before quickly rushing over and dragging the male off as the boy watches waving goodbye.
Bennet- Have fun, your girlfriends really pretty!
Jason- She's not my girlfriend-
Kisara- I'm so excited!!!
Bennet- Bye Jason! Man I already can't wait to see him again.
He speaks aloud to himself before walking off looking for a new adventure unaware that he'll be seeing the speedster sooner than he thinks. Back to Jason we find him currently sat at Good Hunter with Kisara across the table from him who's looking like she was just told she's guaranteed to go to heaven Jason well he looks like he's just about done with this so called "Date" that started only a minute ago.
Kisara- So tell me, What do you do for a living?
Jason- I'm a super hero I fight bad guys and protect innocents.
Kisara- And why'd ou wanna become a super hero in the first place.
Jason- Ah.....
The male breaths over the girls question suddenly remembering back to exactly why he started this whole gig in the first place. Remembering this he suddenly feels uncomfortable in his seat and dodges the question with one of his own.
Jason- So uh......where'd you get the dress?
Kisara- I got it from my mom, she bought it saying "This is the dress to wear when on a date with the "special" one"
Jason- I already told you this isn't-
Kisara- How are you parents?
Jason-.............Pass.
The male speaks softly avoiding eye contact with the girl who's now feeling guilty as this question is clearly a personal for the male. Going to apologize for this she's interrupted as Sara show's up with their drinks.
Sara- Here's your Mango and Lemon smoothie with extra sugar and.......*glances at paper* even more sugar.
She reads bewildered as to why he requested his drink so sweet but chooses not to question it. Placing the drink in front of him also places a plate of small french toast squares with syrup.
Jason- Uh I didn't order this.
Sara- I know it's on the house.
She tells him with a flirtatious wink before turning to the glaring girl and then in a TOTAL accidental move she spills the second drink directly into the girls lap.
Kisara- YAAAHAAA!!!
Sara- Oops, I'm so sorry ma'am!
Kisara- Oh Archon's this dress is dry clean only. It's shrinking!
She shouts and sure enough the dress begins shrinking around her body leaving very little to the imagination as the male quickly looks away. Bolting from her seat she rushes off but quickly turns back around speaking.
Kisara- Don't worry handsome I'll be right back to continue our date, just wait there!
Jason- How many times-You know what forget this.
He speaks in a clearly annoyed before making sure his "Date" is gone then stands, thanks Sara for the drink, places some mora on the table and heads off on his own leaving the table empty and is sure to be to the girl's despair once she returns.
Jason- Terrible Date 2/10
He speaks concerning said date before heading inside his shared apartment and collapses on his bed to try and sleep off the rest of this day unable to shake off the feeling of something big coming up his dreams filled with the sights of both Barbara and Bennet. He didn't get much sleep.
*Time-Skip the Next Day*
Jason- I already told you it wasn't a date.
Kisara- Okay but you still could've told me you were leaving instead of just abandoning me like that.
Jason- Fine next time I'll make sure to tell you, Happy?
Kisara- Next time? Alright see you then mwah!
The girl speaks joyously planting a small kiss upon his cheek before skipping off humming a sweet tune. Rubbing the kiss off his cheek the male shakes his head annoyingly at the girls fleeting form before speaking.
Jason- Ugh, Why is it always the annoying ones that get me first? Why not......
He speak lightly his voice trailing off at the end as he glances down at the small snow flake currently dangling from his neck. Gripping the charm between his fingers he thinks back to the ironically warm feeling he had around Winter the village girl who stole his heart within a few days. Dropping the necklace he gazes up at the skies.
Jason- *Whisper* I wonder where you went? Should I go and find you?...........Yes.
He speaks before rising from his eat an going to head off looking for the girl however before he can take a single step he hears a loud rumbling sound coming from his right side and turns to find a large fruit cart barreling in his direction. Quickly dodging aside he narrowly avoids getting squashed as the cart barrels past him and crashes into a nearby wall. Going to walk off and continue his adventure he then hears a faint groaning coming from the cart and goes investigae. Upon closer inspection he finds the young male from yesterday there covered in bruises and fruit jam.
Jason- Bennet?
Bennet- Jason!
The boy exclaims quickly bolting up and cleaning himself off.
Jason- What were you doing in a fruit cart? None the less one that was crashing through the streets?
Bennet- It was an accident. You see I went to buy some apples from the cart but as soon as I leaned in close to grab one the brick keeping the cart in place slipped and sent the cart tumbling away and as I was so close to it the force dragged me along with it.
Jason- Gee talk about bad luck.
Bennet- Bad Luck!?! No! That's crazy! There's no such thing.
The boy speaks quickly trying to shake the male off the topic and once again sounding very suspicious to him. Though he simply excuses the boys behavior as trauma from the crash before leaning down and picking up a squashed cumquat form the ground and inquiring about his purchase.
Jason- So what were you buying fruit for?
Bennet- For an adventure!
Jason- Adventure? Interesting, tell me more.
He requests crushing the fruit in his hands before the boy goes on to explain that recently in the adventures guild many members have been gossiping about a large and treacherous journey up dragon spine that supposedly leads to an even more treacherous dungeon filled with countless of dangers and deadly monsters making it one of the hardest and most dangerous adventures ever but is said to house a treasure like no other.
Bennet- The journey is really dangerous and everyone who's tried so far has either come back their eyes filled with horror or have.........well.......you know.
Jason- And you want to take it on? Alone?
Bennet- Well I asked several people if they wanted to go with me but they either said no or ran away the second they saw me. Then I tried asking Thomas but he's still in the infirmary after getting impaled on that quest a few days ago so since no one wants to go with me and I REALLY wanna do it then yes I'm doing it solo!
The boy cheers pumping his fist into the air like a bad ass before walking off ready to face adventure, fight monsters and bathe in the riches of glory and well actual riches. Though before he can make it very far he's quickly pulled back by the speedster.
Jason- Hold it, I'm coming with you.
Bennet- Huh? Really?
Jason- Yeah. Listen it's not that I doubt your skills or anything but I'd just feel a lot better if I went with you to ensure your safety.
Bennet- ALRIGHT!!! 'This is awesome, I get to hang out and go on an adventure with the coolest guy I know. This is perfect time to show him what I can do" Okay but before I go I need to check in and get the green light from Barbara this'll only take a minute in the mean you pack anything we might need.
The commands before running off a spring in his step as he can barely comtan his excitement over this grand adventure he's surely allowed to go on.
*Scene Change*
Barbara- No.
Bennet- Why not?
The boy whines over her words as he stands in the cathedral watching as the girl crosses her arms firmly and restates.
Barbara- You can't go anywhere, your wounds are still healing and if you go now you'll only re open them and that could kill you!
Bennet- Then come with me!
Barbara- What!?!
Bennet- Come with me and if I'm ever hurt or in danger you can treat me on the road!
The boy states insisting that she comes along but only causes her to shy away shaking her head holding her arms out defensively.
Barbara- No way! It's far too dangerous. Have you seen some of the injuries that I've had to treat from people after that adventure? I once treated a guy who had his left arm and leg swapped in each others places.
Bennet- But-
Barbara- Not buts I'm not going and you're not going and that's final-*Bam!*
Jason- Hey Bennet I got the things we need. I hope you like oranges because all the apples were crushed after that crash.
The male calls stepping through the doors holding out a few bags presumably filled with their supplies. Upon seeing the male Barbara immediately begins blushing once more and questions.
Barbara- J-J-Jason w-what are you doing here?
Jason- Just making sure Bennet here is all ready for our adventure why?
Barbara- Our? So y-you're going too?
She asks before receiving a firm nod from he male. Once her questions are confirmed she immediately turn back to the young adventurer and re-states.
Barbara- Actually I change my mind, I'll allow you to go on this adventure as long as I tag along and keep you boys healthy.
Bennet- Really alright then let's get moving already!
The boy calls dashing out the doors and through quickly followed by the two as they head towards their grand adventure sure to be filled with dangers, close ties and perhaps back stories of a certain speedster. Running out the city and stopping at the front gate speedster turns back to look at the city once more before gazing down at the necklace again.
Jason- Another time, Soon.
He states vowing to keep this promise before catching up to the other's as they journey on. Walking through the wild lands the three all march a pep in their step before quickly coming across a small camp of monsters blocking their path. Crouching down they commune.
Bennet- Five hilichurls and an axe metachurl. Two hilichurls have cross bows another is a bombardier. Be careful not to get shot by the cross bow with his lightning.
Barbara- I'm not much of a fighter.
Jason- That's fine just stay back and support he two of us in whatever way you can. Alright everyone understand what to do? Then break!
They speak before the two males leap over the bushes and charge into the fray. Unsheathing his blade the boy goes to stab at the first hilichurl before he's suddenly blinded by a flash of purple light. Once the light subsides and the spots in his eyes disappear he looks in awe over the sight before him: Jason now sparkling with lightning surrounded by the corpses of all the monsters.
Bennet- What the......What just happened?
Jason- Super speed.
He states before giving the boy a demonstration as he runs around the landscape and back in the blink of an eye. Needless to say this left the boy with stars in his eyes once more.
Bennet- WOAH! So you're cool, an adventurer, have an awesome sword, you can strike lightning AND you have super speed!?! Can you get any cooler?
Jason- Please safe the flattery. Don't treat me like some sort of badass on a higher level then you I'm just another young warrior like you.
Barbara- And so modest too.
Bennet- Yeah I know right?
The two speak gazing up at the male both with stars as they practically worship the guy. Feeling a little uncomfortable with this the male continues walking on gesturing for them to follow along. A few hours filled with fighting and stumbles later they eventually make it to dragon spine to officially begin their adventure. Pulling out a map the boy reads.
Bennet- It says here we need to avoid the mountain and instead head towards the under ground cave beneath the mountain.
Jason- A cave like below ground?
Bennet- Yeah that's what a cave is.
Jason- Is there plenty of room down there!?!
Bennet- Probably not the adventurers who've gone on this quest have told me it's very uncomfortable and cramped with hardly enough room to stand in.
Jason- Oh god!
The male speaks his voice and body lightly shaking over the thought of heading into a small cramped cave. Seeing him shake the deaconess grips his hand tightly and reassures.
Barbara- It's alright no need to be scared.
Jason- Scared? I'm not scared just cold.
Bennet- Yeah a real hero isn't afraid of anything! Come on Jason into the cave of tight and total cramp ness we go!
The boy calls marching forward towards adventure as the other's follow suit Barbara still latched onto the males arm Jason now shaking worse then before his palms getting sweaty even in the cold of the mountain. Trudging through the snow for a little while whilst fighting off a few monsters along the way they soon make it to the caves entrance where they peer inside.
Jason- I-I don't know.....it looks *gulp* awfully cramped in there.
Bennet- It should be fine as long as we go one at a time and stay behind each other rather then beside. I'll lead since I have the torch.
He speaks before leading the way and heading into the cave followed by Barbara who's not being followed by Jason as he stands at the entrance unsure about this. Walking a little ways more the girl feels an empty presence behind her and turns to find the male a few yards away now and motions for Bennet to stop and let him catch up.
Bennet- Come on it's alright!
Jason- Right coming!
The male calls however he doesn't actually go but instead continues standing there his legs twitching as he tries to walk forward though his body won't allow it. Seeing that he's having trouble the two youngsters run back and try to help.
Barbara- Are you okay?
Jason- Fine I just need a minute to you know.....loosen up.
Bennet- Hey it's alright if you're scared-
Jason- I'm not scared!
Barbara- Jason.
The girl speaks giving him a drop the act look and is followed by Bennet who gives him the same look. Seeing the looks on their faces and knowing there's point in hiding it any longer the male sighs and confesses.
Jason- Alright fine, I have intense claustrophobia.
Bennet- Claustrophobia? You mean you're afraid of Santa Claus?
Jason- What? No! Listen I just don't like tight spaces okay? But I can't help it, I'm a speedster our whole point is that we run around really fast and enjoy wide open areas where we're free to run like maniacs so when I'm trapped somewhere where I can barely even stand it really gets to me.
Barbara- That's understandable.
Bennet- Yeah why didn't you tell us earlier so we could help you?
Jason- I don't know I guess I just didn't wanna ruin the adventure for you guys.
Bennet- That's crazy. Adventures are awesome sure but friends are even more so. If you're not feeling up for this one I did bring a map for a second adventure up the mountain where there's plenty of space. It's not quiet as dangerous or daring but it's supposedly still a really fun one.
Jason- You sure? I can push aside my fears for you.
Bennet- Oh no, I won't have my adventuring buddies forced into anything they're clearly against. Come on follow me.
The boy firmly states pulling out a second map and trudging along as the other's follow him up the mountain. Walking up a winding path they climb over some large rocks, sail across a cold lake using a tree they found as a boat and clear out a few small enemies along the way. Continuing to walk for a little while longer they soon stop when suddenly-
Barbara- Achoo!
Jason- You cold?
Barbara- Y-yeah-Achoo!
Bennet- Alright let's take a break and warm ourselves up before continuing.
Jason- Right come on Barb.
The male speaks softly leading the girl towards a nearby camp site and the three are then seen huddled around a camp fire the speedsters cape wrapped around the girls body to keep her even more warm. Warming up a bit more the young males stomach grumbles loudly alerting the other two.
Jason- Hungry?
Bennet- Yeah I haven't eaten since yesterday....
Jason- Don't worry I'm on it.
He states before soon enough the three are then seen gulping down bowls of a warm soup the male cooked up for them. Finishing his bowl off the young male wipes his face clean and with a satisfied ahh he speaks.
Bennet- Wow that was amazing!
Barbara- Yeah it was really good, where'd you learn to cook like that?
Jason- My mom, she's the best chef I know and she taught me all sorts of things about the kitchen when I was young.
Bennet- Well your mom sounds awesome.
Jason- She is. In fact she's actually the reason why I wanted to become a hero in the first place.
Bennet- Wait so your mom let's you go out and do these dangerous quests everyday!?! Wow she must have serious faith in you.
He states but quickly regret his words as the male grows a stone cold expression. Going to apologize he's halted by the male who holds his hand up speaking.
Jason- It's fine. But to tell you the truth she wasn't always so on board with the idea of me being a super hero. In fact when she first found out that I was going around saving people in secret she was not happy let me tell you.
Barbara- What happened?
Bennet- Barbara!
Jason- No really it's fine. If we're gonna be adventuring together it's best if you bot get to know me a little more and besides I still have to thank you for helping me with my fear earlier and being so understanding. So let me tell of a story six years ago when my mom first found out my biggest secret.
*Flash-Back 6 Years*
Random Woman- AAAAAHHHHHHHHHH!!!
A woman scream directly into the camera before running off in terror with all the other evacuating citizens as several gang members start filing into the nice and peaceful little farm lands. Car of all shapes and sizes start zooming in crushing plants and crops without a care for the matter before the largest car's door opens up and out steps a man in a black suit, purple tie who is wearing FAR to much hair gel. Gazing around with his sun-glassed eyes he scans the area looking for something as several more similarity dressed men file around him.
Boss- Hmm.......Boys check around the drive has to be here somewhere.
Men- Sure thing boss!
The men call before proceeding to run amuck the place tearing crops out the ground, flipping over tractors and.......scaring away crows for some reason? Focusing in on one particular man we find him currently searching through a barrel looking for the mysterious drive. Poking his head out he then hears someone clear their throat and turns to find the twelve year old speedster standing there glaring at him.
Man- What the? Beat it kid before I blow your stinking brains out!
Jason- You know it's not nice destroying what my neighbors have worked so hard at to achieve.
He speaks slowly and quietly walking up to the man his footsteps causing thunder to beloow throughout the land. Feeling a little frightened the man pulls put his gun and in a shaky voice speaks.
Man- W-what's wrong with you? You got a death wish or something?
Jason- Those pumpkins you crushed were supposed to be for the annual fall festival we host here. But now they're gone thanks to you guys!
He speaks continuing to walk forward his hand now crackling with electricity as the man really starts to freak out now.
Man- S-Stay back! I'M WARNING YOU!!!
He shouts his voice filled with terror as the boy continues marching forward the skies now a deep shade of purple where lightning strikes around. Glancing back down at the boy the man feels his heart drop as he watches him his eyes now crackling with electricity. Feeling this might be it the man shouts loudly before firing repeatedly at the boy who simply stands there and catching the bullets until his gun can now longer fire. Trying to fire some more he finds the gun now empty all the bullet used up glancing at the boy who spills the bullets onto the ground before smirking at him.
Jason- My turn......
Man- Mercy?
He squeaks as a bright flash of purple suddenly envelops his face. Cutting back to the leader we find him currently leaning against his car twiddling with his fingers before *CRASH!* the man from earlier comes flying into his view crashing into a pile of barrels.
Boss- The hell? You, go check it out!
Man 2- You got is boss!
The man calls running towards where the first man came from though soon meets a similar fate as he also comes crashing back. Deciding enough's enough the boss motions for his men to arm themselves which they do before they all creep around the corner where they find Jason currently sitting on a crate.
Man 3- Hey kid can't you see there's something going on here? Beat it!
Jason- Hmm.........Nah!
The boy simply speaks before snapping his fingers and not only striking the man down but also giving the others the green light to open fire on him now knowing he's the attacker. Leaping from the crate the boy runs around the men dodging gun fire and shoving them around a bit. One man tries slashing at the boy as he gets close with a machete but he simply rolls aside and kicks the man several yards away claiming his machete as his own. Now with a weapon he continues running around slashing at the men as he passes them causing them all to drop like flies. Ducking under a punch he retaliates with his own uppercutting the man into the air before grabbing him by the leg and hurling him into a three more and snapping his fingers striking all three with lightning which leaves only the boss man.
Boss- You think you're strong huh punk? You don't even know the meaning!!!
He shouts tearing his sunglasses off revealing his blood red eyes. Shouting into the air the man crouches down his whole body trembling and shaking the earth around them knocking the boy to his butt before a flash of red blinds him. Once the light subsides the boy gazes in awe over the man now extremely muscular so much so his whole top clothing ripped off, his eyes burning with a radiant red glow.
Boss- What now shrimp?
He taunts before proceeding to flex not only his muscles but his powers too. Flexing him arms he oohs and aah's as he does so, cracking his knuckles, standing to the side clenching his abs. Raising him arms he fires several red energy blasts into the air bathing the sky in a crimson red glow. This same act continues for about a minute longer the man only getting more and more flamboyant with every passing second. Deciding he's seen enough and will likely need a therapist now the boy simply gives the man a "Really?" look before snapping his fingers and instantly taking him out.
Jason- What an idiot.....
The boy speaks kicking the man's body and turns to head off though before he can make it very far he then hears a familiar and scary voice call behind him.
???- JASON!?!
The voice shouts. Recognizing the voice the boy then slowly turns his body trembling lightly, eyes filled with an "Oh crap" look before completely turning and finds an attractive blonde haired, green eyed woman standing there glaring at him.
Jason- H-hey mom-Ahh!
He exclaims as the woman suddenly marches over and begins pulling at his ear harshly as if trying to tear the whole thing off the boys arms flailing around wildly as she does so.
Jason- Ah! MOM!!!
Mom- WHAT WERE YOU DOING!?!
Jason- Nothing-AHHH!!!
Mom- Don't you lie to me young man!
Jason- Okay fine, I was fighting these men off.
Mom- W-What?
The woman asks the anger in her voice now replaced with total and absolute horror over his words her eyes shaking in fear.
Jason- I was fighting these men off, they were destroying the area and someone had to-AHHH!!!
Mom- Why would you do that!?! Don't you realize you could've been killed!?!
Jason- It's fine I've fought stronger opponents before-oops.
He cuts himself off mentally kicking himself over letting his secret spill like that. Laughing nervously he glances up expecting to find his mom looking furious but finds only despair and even more horror as tears starts glistening in her eyes.
Mom- You mean.......to tell me that you fight men like them on multiple occasions?
She asks her voice cracking as the tears begin streaming down her face. Sighing at this the boy speaks only one word but is enough to send his mother to the floor sobbing.
Jason- Yes.
Mom- WHY!?! WHY WOULD YOU DO SOMETHING SO DANGEROUS!?! Y-you could've been killed or worse or something! Why would you willingly go out and fight men like these ones?
Jason- Because I have powers now I can make a difference mom-
Mom- No! No no no no no! You are twelve years old you don't have to do anything! Now come with me and we'll discuss this inside.
Jason- But-
Mom- Now Jason!
The woman lightly shouts the anger in her voice returning though is still over shadowed by the fear and despair even more present as she once again grabs him by the ear and begins dragging him off for a deep discussion over this new found revelation.
Mom- 'I knew it, I knew this day would come. I just hoped that it would at least be a few years later. At least until he's old enough to move out but twelve? I can't support that...........I just can't....'
She thinks her thoughts scrambling around in her brain as she tries coming up for any solid reason as to why her son would do something so irresponsible and dangerous before- *BOOM!!!*
*Flashback End*
A loud explosion is suddenly heard causing all three adventurers to suddenly leap up in terror over the loud noise. Hearing footsteps approaching they turn to find a massive frost lawachurl that just leaped off from a nearby cliff towering over them glaring angrily at the group. Standing back in fear the deaconess squeaks.
Barbara- J-Jason?
Jason- It's alright just stand back and I'll handle it.
The male calls equipping his blade before dashing forward towards the creature. Watching him run in the creature smirks thinking him a fool and goes to crush him as he gets in close but fails to do so as the male quickly rolls to the side dodging the attack. Rolling to safety he quickly stands back up and slices the creatures left arm off causing it to roar in pain stumbling back. Getting over the pain the creature then drops to all fours er.....threes and charges the male hoping to crush him only to immediately realize it's mistake as the male scrapes his blade across the ground sending an electrical spark in it's direction paralyzing the creature. Now paralyzed and unable to move the beast can only stand there and watch in horror as the male raises his sword into the air, summoning a lightning bolt and deflecting the thing off his blade towards the monster before in a flash of purple and a loud booming sound the monster is gone leaving only a smoldering stain in it's place. With the monster now dead he then swipes his sword trough the air whipping the blood off before re-sheathing it and giving the other two the all clear.
Bennet- Wow that was so-
Jason- Cool?
Bennet- YEAH!
Jason- Whatever......
The male grumbles now sounding annoyed over the boy's infatuation with him before turning and walking off gesturing for the other's to follow. Continuing up the mountain the three walk across several winding oaths and leap over a broken bridge before finally they make it to a large cave where he boy stops and pulls out his map.
Bennet- This is it.
Barbara- Another cave, will you be alright Jason?
Jason- Yeah this one's pretty big no worries here.
Bennet- Alright then let's get moving, Onward to adventure!
The boy shouts marching forward in a dramatic manner swinging his arms and he goes. Watching his odd behavior the nun and speedster simply shrug and follow along in an equally dramatic manner. Walking through the cave they soon step into the first room where they find a band of hilichurls and a cryo samachurl all dancing around a camp fire simply minding their own business. Continuing to dance one hilichurl then turns to another hilichurl as is about to ask it a serious question before both their heads suddenly roll onto the floor alerting the other's. Jumping at this they turn and the three adventurers there glaring fiercely at them. Alerted by this the creatures arm themselves and charge into battle. Running forward the boy ducks under and attack from a hilichurl then retaliates by impaling it with his sword. To Jason we find him stomping the ground hard enough to send small bits of rubble into the air which he quickly grabs and using his speed throws them at three more creatures killing them due to the sheer momentum. To Barbara we find her using the cold around them to her advantage by freezing monsters left and right leaving them open for the boys to quickly finish off. With monsters falling like mad the tides continue to stay in the adventurers favor until there's only one hilichurl left standing.
Bennet- I got it!
The boy calls charging in to finish it off though his moment is quickly cut short since the second he steps forward he immediately trips on his own shoe laces stumbling forward and ending up in perfect bashing distance from the creature who even with the mask is clearly smirking. Watching the creature lift it's weapon and going to take him out the boy quickly tries shielding himself with his arms shouting, hearing the girl scream behind him and praying for a quick death. A death that never comes because in a flash of purple he then opens his eyes to find Jason standing before him the hilichurl now missing a head behind him.
Jason- You okay?
Bennet- Yeah thanks.
The boy thanks the male brushing the girl aside before they continue in their adventure. Trudging through the thick snow some more they come across a few mire camps of hilichurls they quickly dispose off before stepping inside a room not like all the other's. Stepping inside they find a small frozen pool in the center of the room leading to the far end where the door stands. Where they stand is simply a small steel platform that leads only to the pool. To their left is a small boat across the room lie several industrial fans.
Bennet- What the? What's this room all about?
Jason- Don't know but it seem pretty unnecessary to me. Let's just walk across thus frozen lake-Wah!
The male exclaims as when he goes to step on the ice it immediately shatters beneath his foot damn near dropping him into the icy cold waters luckily the kids were able to catch him in time. Stepping back the group then look in awe as the ice quickly reforms over the lake as if it never even broke.
Jason- Okay walking across isn't an option then. Now what?
Barbara- I think it has something to do with this boat.
The girl speaks walking up towards and grabbing the thing. Now in hand she inspects the small toy before gazing around the room trying to piece together the answer until her eyes land on a small pressure plate on the other side of the pool a perfect size for the boat to fit and just beneath the door. Pointing this out to the boy's she then explains.
Barbara- Here's what I think. I think we need to melt the ice on this pool and ensure it stays melted the whole time while it's melted we sail this boat across the water using the fans around the room to blow it across the pool so it can reach that pressure plate which I'd wager will create a bridge for us to get across.
Jason- Huh, Nice thinking Barbs.
The male tells with a wink grabbing the boat from her and turning towards the boy missing the blush that envelops her face immediately after he turns. Walking towards the edge of the pool he kneels down and gestures for the boy to use his fire. Doing so the boy slashes downwards melting the ice continuously as the speedster gets to work placing the boat in the water and using his electricity to power the fans around the room pushing the boat across the water until it eventually reaches the end and just as Barbara suspected a bridge forms across the water allowing them safe and easy access towards the next room where they find another camp of monsters which they kill of in a swift manner. Going to walk off towards the next room the speedster then turns and finds the two younglings standing back whispering amongst themselves.
Jason- You guy's alright?
Bennet- Yeah it's just......well......
Barbara- We were wondering if maybe you'd continue that story from earlier?
Jason- What now?
Barbara- I'm sorry! Is this a bad time I-I didn't mean to-
The girl stutters going to apologize but is stopped by the make who holds his hand up to speak. Sighing at this he then walks over and sits down on the ground patting the ground beside him for the two to do so as well before continuing his story.
*Flashback 6 Years*
Back to the Smith house hold we find the two residents sitting across from one another the boy staring down at the floor trying to ignore his mother's glare before she speaks.
Mom- Why?
Jason- I-I-
Mom- I'm not mad I just wanna know. Why?
Jason-............
Mom- Jason say something.
Jason- *Sigh* I never knew him. My father I mean, he died soon after I was born and I had only you to care for me this whole time. But growing up you told me so many stories about him all the different adventures he would go on, the villains he would fight, the people he'd save. You told me he was a hero loved by all and although I never knew him growing up I wanted to be just like him. So when I got my powers and realized that this could be my chance to start my journey as a hero I had to take it-
Mom- NO! Don't you dare!
Jason- Huh?
Mom- Don't you dare do something so reckless and dangerous ever again do you hear me? Here's what you're gonna do you're gonna stop this crazy shenanigan of yours, you're gonna stop running head first into danger and you're gonna do whatever you can to ensure your own safety do you hear me?
Jason- But mom I'm just trying to live up to his legacy, he was a hero mom and not just any hero he was the greatest hero the world had ever known! I just wanna be like him I wanna be a hero and make him proud of me mom. Please you have to let me do this!
Mom- No! I can't do that! Jason please.....I don't want you risking your live out there, I don't want you getting hurt for the sake of other's who don't even acknowledge you as a hero. I want you safe! I want you to live your life to the fullest and never get hurt! When you first got your powers and I found out that they gave you super speed along with your electricity I cried actual tears of joy because I knew that this was one of the best power I could've wished for you. With your speeds you could easily run away to safety when things got bad and no one could catch you. That's why I let you train with your speed for so long so you could run to safety and yet here you are telling me that instead you run TOWARDS the danger and risk getting yourself killed on a daily basis!?!
Jason- But mom-Ah.....
The boy starts but quickly cuts himself off as tears start pooling out of his mother's eyes her eyes filled with grief and fear over the thought of losing her only child.
Mom- Jason why are you doing this? I don't want you getting hurt out there, just the thought of you getting hurt. It's one of the worst things I can possibly imagine! The thought alone tears me up inside!!!
She shouts the tears now streaming from her eyes as she collapses to her knees and begins sobbing into her hands begging and pleading for him to stop and promise her that he'll run to safety instead of towards it from now on.
Mom- *sniff* I already lost your father. I can't lose you too Jason, I just can't!!!
She exclaims continuing to sob into her hands for a short while longer before feeling a warm pair of arms wrap themselves around her and gazes up to find the boy with a sympathetic look wiping away her tears as they fall.
Jason-.........Mom people are dying and NO ONE is doing anything to stop it! But I can, I have the power to make things right, I can protect those who need it and I can live up to his legacy and show people that his memory isn't dead that his son is there to fight for everyone in his absence and is proud to do so that he's proud to be his son that he's proud to be YOUR son.
Mom- Mine?
Jason- Like I said I never knew him. But I know you and there's no one in this world that I respect more than you. You're my role model mom you have strength like no other being able to not only raise a child on her own but also work a job, help around the farm lands and ensure your son has a good life, sacrificing so much and asking for nothing in return. You are everything that I want to be and with how much you look up to my father to your husband I wanna be like him to make not only him but also make YOU proud of me.
Mom- Jason I've-ah!
The woman starts but is cut off with the sounds of gun fire and explosions being heard outside along with the sounds of people running and screaming in terror. Hearing this the boy sighs and stands.
Jason- The men are back, they need me out there. I-I don't expect you to fully understand right now but just know that what I'm doing is for the best
The boy tells her walking towards the door and placing his hand on the handle before turning back to face her with a reassuring smile.
Jason- I'll be alright mom I promise.....................I love you.
He speaks softly his voice cracking as he stares out the window to find the biggest batch of enemies he's ever seen his legs shaking before steeling himself, swallowing his resolve and charging into the fray.
*Flashback End*
Jason- After that I took down the bad guys though not without sustaining a couple injuries myself. My mom was horrified at the sight and brought me to the nearest hospital to have me healed up.
Bennet- Okay so that's why you wanna be a hero, but what about your mom? How'd she learn to accept your life of danger?
Jason- It wasn't easy it took years for her to accept me being a hero. When I first joined Unisec I had to keep it a secret from her constantly running back and forth between the city and my home telling her my injuries were from tripping while running.
Barbara- Okay but HOW did she accept it?
Jason- That is a story for another time for now let's keep moving I'll finish this story off later after we complete the dungeon.
The male speaks before rising and walking off. Groaning at this the two kids follow suit and soon enough the three are seen walking once more across the dungeon fighting off monsters and completing puzzles until finally they reach a large metal door with a skull design plastered on the front.
Jason- Well isn't that friendly. Why not add some blood or maybe a few rotting corpses next time? Really give your visitors that sense of welcome hood and a joyous presence ey?
Bennet- Huh?
Jason- Nothing let's go.
The boy speaks sighing as the two other's didn't laugh at his blunt comment. Pushing open the door the three step inside to find a completely metal rook with dangling frost covered chains hanging from the ceiling and strewn around the room are several corpses piled up. Walking around the room their legs trembling from both the cold but mostly fear the three decide they shouldn't linger any longer and go to head towards the exit before they hear a loud crashing sound coming from above. Sensing danger the speedster quickly super speeds them all away just before a large beast drops down at the previous location.
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Dodging back just in the nick of time to avoid a swing from it's massive blade the three gaze up in horror over the beast towering before them. Not wanting to daddle any longer the three quickly get to work running around trying to defeat this thing. Roaring at the group the beast charges the speedster before leaping into the air and slamming down just before him creating a massive shock wave sending him into the air. Whilst airborne the monster slashes at him with his blade sending him crashing into a nearby wall bleeding profusely the blood only riling the beast up further. Seeing the male in danger Bennet steels himself before charging in. Slashing at the creatures body he quickly ducks underneath another swing and goes to slash at the beast himself only for it to shield itself with well a shield made from ice of course. Slamming his sword into the shield this only causes the boy to stumble back which the creature take full advantage of by slamming his fists down slamming him into the ground before turning it's attention on Barbara. Roaring at her the beast then grabs itself shield and sword before straight chucking them at her. Rolling to the side she narrowly avoids getting but is unable to avoid the charge from the creature sending her into a wall. With the three adventurers now downed the creature stands on it's back legs and roars triumphantly over it's supposed win before grabbing the two younglings and going to devour them both. Paralyzed with fear the two kids can only watch in horror as the beasts large mouth draws closer and closer spelling their impending doom before suddenly *BAM!* Jason quickly rushes over and strikes the creature in the rib cage with a flying knee sending it airborne whilst it's still airborne he quickly combos by leaping into the air and punching it back down before gripping it by the back of the head and begins dragging it around the room face first and super sonic speeds. Letting the creature go he then runs around the room fast enough to appear as just a blurry purple ring around the whole room before charging back in. Watching him charge in the creature goes to slash at him with a new blade only for the male to quickly drop to the floor and kick straight up into it's jaw sending skyward. Once it is the male grips his blade and goes to finish it off as it comes down however before he can disaster strikes as when he goes to attack the young adventurer Bennet suddenly sneezes which echoed by the rooms vastness causes several chains to fall upon the speedster knocking him out of focus and delaying his attack by a second which leads to the creature falling back down and slamming him as it does crushing the male into the ground hard enough to shake the whole room.
Bennet- NO!!!
Barbara- JASON!!!
The two shout in horror over the males current circumstance as the creature stands above the male going to slice him in half. Watching this the nun then feels a sudden but strong sense of either bravery or stupidity either way she's then seen dashing forward dragging the boy along side her urging him to prep his flames before-
Barbara- NOW!!!
She commands as the two unleash their elements consecutively creating a jet of smoldering hot steam to send the beast stumbling back gripping it's face in agony. Once by the male they quickly drag him to safety and continue their fight now full of confidence and determined to win. Getting over it's sudden face lift the beast then re-shapes his two weapons and charges the kids who simply stand there each with their own plans. As the beast slashes at the two the boy quickly ducks under the attack and using him flames manages to melt the sword destroying one of it's weapons onto Barbara we find her currently splashing water onto the creatures shield which combined with the frost coming off it causes it to double in size and becomes to heavy for the creature to support sending it face first into the ground where they quickly bombard it with attacks. Coming to Jason then groggily rises and watches in amazement a the two kids are working together in perfect unison tearing the monster apart, destroying any weapons it makes and being total badasses the whole time.
Jason- Not bad kids not bad at all.
He speaks before grinning as he see's an opening and a chance to finish it off. Standing he quickly rushes over and leaps into the air one last time signaling the kids to give it their all as he does before the three proceed to absolutely obliterate the damn thing bombarding it with their three elements shocking it, burning it, freezing it, blowing it up, scolding it with steam. As the creature sustains these injuries it quickly tries running off trying to save itself but to no avail as the three continue blocking it every time it changes direction until finally with a final roar of agony it drops to the floor dead. Watching it fall the nun pokes the creature with her foot ensuring it's really dead before sighing in relief at the confirmation. After she does so the speedster then walks over to the creatures corpse and pulls out a large carving knife before proceeding to skin the thing.
Bennet- Uh what are you doing?
Jason- Taking parts for new equipment or upgrades.
Barbara- Upgrades?
Jason- Forget it, okay that's all it has.
The male speaks rising and patting pockets now filled with bones, hide and causing the kids total confusion over his statement.
Barbara- But there's still plenty of materials left you barely scratched the thing.
Jason- Nope I'm only allowed three resources.
Bennet- Allowed? As if someone's forcing you to only take three? Why?
Jason- Whatever this reference is dragging on for too long now, blap!
The male speaks slapping the camera. Once his hand is removed we find the three now sitting in a nearby corner all discussing amongst themselves over the fight.
Jason- Good work you two.
Bennet and Barbara- Huh?
Jason- I mean it, if not for your guy's quick thinking I'd have certainly would've been back there.
Bennet-...............
Jason- Bennet? There something on your mind?
The male questions the boy as he see's the boys eyes filled with trouble and conflict. Sighing at thus he decides to finally and reveal the truth.
Bennet- *Sigh* I'm sorry.....
Jason- Huh? For what?
Bennet- For almost getting you killed back there.
Jason- I don't follow.
He speaks feeling totally clueless as to what the boy is going on about. Sighing once more the boy with a little nudging from Barbara tells him everything about the bad luck and whatnot and explains how he caused the chains to fall upon him and damn near got him killed for it.
Bennet- So I'm sorry. I-I didn't tell you earlier because I was afraid you'd start avoiding me like everyone else and with you being so cool I didn't want that. I'm so sorry Jason I-
Jason- It's cool.
Bennet- Huh really?
Jason- Of course. It's true your misfortune almost got me killed but like you said you have no control over it it just happens so I don't blame you I blame lady luck instead and besides you may have almost gotten me killed but you also saved my life so I'd say that makes up for it.
Bennet- Alright cool.
The boy speaks with a smile over the males words. Finishing up with Bennet he then turns his attention to Barbara who immediately blushes over this.
Jason- And you.
Barbara- Me?
Jason- Thanks for the save back there it was your quick thinking that saved me back there, you led Bennet and yourself into battle to stop that monster from finishing me off even when you were mortified by it. That was really brave of you Barbara.
Barbara- O-oh i-it was n-nothing.....
The girl speaks shyly waving her hands trying to brush off like it was no big deal. Refusing to take that the male then leans forward and places a soft kiss upon her left cheek leaving her a blushing, stuttering mess as she buries her face in her hands.
Barbara- 'EEEEEEYYYYYYAAAAHHHHHHHAAAAAAA'
She screams internally her mind flipping and spinning around like mad in celebration over this though she would the only one as her sister is currently having different thoughts. Cutting to Mondstadt we find Jean sat at her desk filing papers before a dark feeling suddenly builds in her gut and she snaps her quill sharply.
Lisa- Something wrong dear?
Jean- Nothing I just have the strangest urge to kill Jason for some reason.
Lisa- Weird, wonder what could've brought that up.
Jean- Whatever it is I don't wanna know.
Back to the trio we find them currently huddled in the corner of the same room warming themselves around Bennet's flame covered sword. Warming himself up further the speedster then glances at the two younglings before remembering.
Jason- Hey I still haven't finished off my story yet.
Bennet- Oh right! So what happened to make your mom accept you as a hero?
Barbara- Tell us!
Jason- Alright as a reward for saving my life I feel it' only fair to tell you guys. Okay so it all started one day but not just any day one of the worst days of my life, the day my mom started dating again.
*Flashback 4 Years Ago*
*FWOOSH!!!* A loud fwooshing sound is heard as a streak of purple suddenly envelops the land bursting through the fields of the farmlands scaring farmers and cattle alike before it finally rests at a small house further in the lands. Stopping we find Jason now fourteen years old fiddling with his house keys for a moment before stepping inside his home.
Jason- Hey mom I'm home.
Mom in distance- I'm in the kitchen some say hi to my new friend!
Jason- 'Friend?'
The male thinks suspiciously as his mom never had time for friends before what with all the house work, farming, regular work and parenting she's constantly doing she hardly had time for anything else. Thinking nothing of it the male smiles at this feeling happy that his mom has found someone to occupy her time and keep her company whilst he's away. Sighing contently he steps inside the kitchen ready to meet this new friend of hers only to immediately reel in shock over who he see's. Standing there is a tall, fair skinned man in a sleek black suit with a red tie his greasy dark hair neatly combed back a rugged and handsome look to his face currently taken up by a charming young smile. Turning to the sound of footsteps approaching the two glance over their shoulders and find Jason standing there glaring at the man.
Mom- Jason! I want you to meet my new friend Jack Dice here.
The woman smiles oblivious to the glare the male is currently giving the man. Deciding to play along for now the male steps forward and shakes hands with the man trying his best to resist the urge to crush his hand or accidentally send an electrical spark to his brain through his hand.
Jack- Jason what a pleasure to meet you your mother's told me so much about you.
Jason- No.......the pleasures all........mmmmmmmmmine!
The male speaks forcefully through his teeth still resisting the urge to take this man out the only thing keeping him back is the woman currently standing at there side looking content still oblivious to the clear as day tension going on between the two.
Mom- Okay you boy's wait in the living room I'll get us some drinks then we can talk!
The woman speaks clasping her hands together urging the two males to leave the kitchen. Stepping out the kitchen and leaving the woman to her things the two males step inside the living room where Jason immediately presses the man against the wall whispering so his mother won't hear.
Jason- What are you doing here asshole?
Jack- Why what ever do you mean my dear boy?
Jason- Don't play dumb with me black!
The male growls getting in the mans face his eyes crackling with electricity as his body shakes hardly able to resist the urge any longer. Deciding enough enough the man then has a complete 180 in terms of expressions his once charming smile now replaced with one full of venom and malice looking like he'd watched a man slowly burn and enjoy it the whole way through as he speaks in an equally venomous voice.
Jack- Oh you always were a clever one weren't you smith?
Jason- It's not exactly had to recognize you no one else would ever wear that match hair gel.
Jack- Please you're just jealous that my hair can actually stay in place. But enough about my hair products let's move onto the topic of your mother-*BAM!*
A bamming sounds is heard as the speedster suddenly shoves the man against the wall shaking the house and dropping several portraits. Holding the man up he glares angrily at him as if urging to say one more word.
Mom- Something wrong dears?
Jason/Jack- Nothing/Just dropped something!
The two quickly speak excusing the sound. Once the coast is clear they turn back to one another the suavey man now wearing a shit eating cocky ass smirk.
Jack- What's wrong hit a nerve did I?
Jason- What do you want with my mother?
Jack- What cant a man play a simple game of hooky anymore? You know I simply adore my games dear child.
Jason- Yeah and also know that the only thing you love more than playing games is killing your co-players afterwards. So I'm warning you if you lay one finger on my mom-
Jack- You'll what? Kill me? Then what will you tell your sweet mother hmm? That you her own son violently slaughtered the suave and charmingly handsome man that swept her off her feet all for one finger? Not only that but by killing me you'll also have to expose yourself to your mother in order to actually beat me, you know it'll take more than a few sparks to beat me you'll need power and back up if you're gonna do that then you mom will find out exactly why you've been home so late as of late and the real reason why you come back injured.
The man speaks in a very annoying tone as he relishes in that fact that he's totally got the male backed against a wall. Thinking about this for a moment he then let's the man go before marching up towards his room excusing himself from his mother as she questions where he's off to. Marching up to his room he slams the door shut behind him before tearing out his cell phone dialing the one man he can trust to give good advice in a time like this.
Jason- Dude.
Thomas- What's up?
Jason- Need advice, my mom's dating again.
Thomas- Sorry bro that's a fire I'm not stepping into you're on your own pal.
Jason- That's not what I meant it's WHO she's dating that concerns me. She's dating Black Jack the suavey gambler with a pocket dimension and a passion for killing his players whenever they get the upper hand on him you remember him don't you?
Thomas- Oh god yeah I remember he's the reason why I'm afraid to even touch playing cards anymore. So what's the big deal just take him out when she's not looking and speed him away to the cells at Unisec where he can't hurt her.
Jason- Then what do I tell my mom! She seems to like him she'll be devastated if he just up and disappears on her.
Thomas- I can forge his handwriting to make a note if you want.
Jason- No this is my mess and I'll figure something out.
Thomas- Well you'd better do it fast if there's one thing I've learned about that snake is that his poison is slow but deadly so it's only a mater of time before the kill-Oh crap gotta run Aubrey's here for our date see ya bro keep me informed!
The male quickly speaks before hanging up leaving the speedster alone. Tossing his phone aside he simply lies in bed unsure of what to do his mind unable to forget the snake comment made by the scientist.
Jason- It's only a matter of time, gotta think fast before it's too late.
He speaks quietly before falling asleep to the sounds of the two adults laughing away downstairs his other clearly enjoying her time with the man. The sounds giving him a second feeling as he feels sorrow thinking back to his father and how he's quickly being forgotten now his dreams filled with Jack and whatever sinister plans he might be plotting.
*Flashback End*
Barbara- I already hate that man.
Bennet- Me too I hope you really gave it to him! Did you?
Jason- *Sigh* Yeah I did but it wasn't easy or quick. After that day my mother and Jack continued hanging out day after day getting closer and closer with him relentlessly flirting with her sometimes in front of me-
Barbara- Disgraceful!
Jason- And I couldn't do anything because every time I tried he would remind me what would happen that my secret would spill and that he could very well hurt her if I ever stepped out of line. So I had no choice but to bide my time until the poison finally settled and he made his move......because I made mine first.
*Flashback 4 Years
Jason- DAMNIT! GOD DAMN IT ALL!!!
The male shouts angrily as he storms around the room trashing the whole place the wall apart, tossing around furniture and striking lightning around the building with every movement. Rushing over the blonde sorceress quickly tries calming him down.
Sarah- It's alright Jason we'll get her back!
Jason- WE BETTER! I swear when I get my hands on that son of a bitch I'm gonna make him suffer!!!
Natalie- And nobody is stopping you from doing that so why don't you quit trashing the living room and instead focus your energy on prepping for the fight?
Micheal- And besides Thomas has already pin pointed their location.
Thomas- Right according to my readings they should be-WAH!
The male exclaims as he speedster suddenly swipes the tablet from him before speeding off knocking the male to the ground. Following the map on the tablet he runs across the landscape hus vision red with anger before reaching a large open field where he finds the man of the hour himself now dressed in his usual attire consisting of the same suit and tie but now adding a red eye patch, top hat with cards leaning against it's side, red gloves, a small golden die necklace and a simple black and red staff a similarly colored die resting atop it.
Jason- DICE!!! Give her back this goddamn instant!
Black Jack- Aww and where's the fun in that? You my friend need to learn to slow down and smell the roses for a change.
Jason- I'm not here to talk flowers man I want my mother back!
Black Jack- And you'll get her back but first what's say we play a little game ey?
Jason- I don't have time for your tricks black hand her over or I wont hesitate to kill you!
Black Jack- Oh but it's a simple game really, I call it one or the other!
The male lightly shouts raising his arms into the air in a show offy manner before pressing a small button atop his cane. As soon as he does the ground opens up beneath to reveal two cages one containing several random citizens the other-
Jason- MOM!
The male shouts as he watches his mother currently sitting inside her cage her face covered in bruises, nose bleeding. Turning back to the gambler he goes in for the kill but hesitates as he shies away hovering a finger over the same button ominously.
Black Jack- Ah ah ah, I wouldn't do that one wrong move and I'll have both these little bird cages fried faster than you can say "Mommy No!" So either you play my game or they both get it ya hear?
Jason- Fine! I'll play your stupid game!
Black Jack- Atta boy! Here's how the game works ymy friend will have exactly one minute to make a decision to either save the several innocent lives trapped inside one cage or your poor sweet mother trapped in the second. Now as soon as you choose one you'll then be strapped to the floor and forced to watch as the rejects are burned alive! Now choose fast because the timer has been going this whole time!
Jason- WHAT!?!
The male exclaims glancing at the pocket watch in the currently laughing mans grip and sure enough the seconds are ticking away seemingly faster then normal.
Black Jack- HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA I LOVE MY GAMES!!!
The man laughs a loud cackling like a mad man as the seconds tick away. Feeling rooted in place the speedster stands there unsure of what to do glancing nervously back and forth between the two cages as the several citizens all beg and plea for their life's.
Man 1- Help us!
Woman 2- Please I have a child!
Man 2- Don't let us die hero! Please!!!
They scream voices shaking filled with terror over their impending doom as they continue pleading crying out for him to save them. Continuing to glance around the male grips his head anxiously unsure of what to do before hearing his mother's voice call out to him. Glancing up he meet her gentle reassuring smile eyes filled with understanding.
Mom- Jason It's okay.
Jason- Huh?
Mom- You know what you have to do.........drop me and save them.
Jason- NO!!!
The male shouts worriedly rushing over to his mother's cage the citizens screaming at this. Refusing to let this happen the woman holds her arm out between the bars keeping him at bay.
Mom- Hey it's okay, it's alright just get it over with and save those people over there.
Jason- But-
Mom- Jason. I know I've never accepted this before and I know that I'm in no position to control you right now given the current circumstances but trust me it'll be okay. You have your responsibilities as hero first a boy-a MAN second.
Jason-...........
Mom- It's okay.......drop me........be a hero.....
His mom whispers gripping the male by the face giving a calm smile as she's ready to face her end. Eyes filled with tears the male begins sobbing into his mother's arms knowing he doesn't have a choice in the matter any longer before releasing himself from her grip with a final hug and turns to the man to make his decision with only a few seconds remaining.
Jason- I choose the citizens.
Black Jack- A selfless choice for a goody two-shoes such as yourself. Alas never let it be said that I'm not a man of my word, they're free to go.
The man speaks pressing a second button lower on his cane to release the citizens as they all run in terror trying to get as far away from there as possible.
Black Jack- And now.....
He growls a sinister grin appearing on his face as he presses the first button once more before two large mounted flame throwers suddenly appear beside the mom's cage. Alerted by this the speedster quickly goes to stop them but finds it hard to move glancing down he finds his legs anchored to the ground by large metal cuffs.
Black Jack- Now now I've held up my end of the deal now you do the same it's only fair after all.
Jason- FAIR!?!
Black Jack- I'm going to enjoy this. This is payback for destroying my casino and ruining all that I worked so hard at to achieve!!!
The man shouts in glee as the two males watch the weapons heat up their barrels glowing orange the hear around then intensifying and the woman silently weeping as she's awaits her impeding doom hoping it'll at least be quick. Watching in horror Jason struggled and struggles tearing and punching at the cuffs trying desperately to move his legs but even with his powers he can't seem to even shake them. Trying harder and harder time seemingly slows down as the weapons begin firing out their plumes of death only a few feet from engulfing the woman before in a sudden surge of strength the male gives off a loud cry refusing to let this happen and effortlessly bursts through the cuffs moving fast then ever before as time really was slowing down around him. Breaking free he rushes towards the cage, crashing through it, grabbing his mother and crashing out the back rolling the two of them to safety just as the flames engulf the now empty cage.
Black Jack- WHAT HOW!?!
The man shouts angrily over his plan failing. Back to the family we find them currently lied down on the floor the male holding his mother tight tears streaming down his face as he's riding an emotional rollercoaster. Opening her eyes the woman sees she's still alive and glances down to find Jason sobbing into her shoulder before placing her arms gently around his back holding him close whispering into his ears.
Mom- It's okay sweetie I'm alright, I'm safe now.
Jason- I thought I was gonna lose you......
Mom- Never. I'm not going anywhere sweetie I'll be here for you forever and always
Jason- Forever and Always
The two commune feeling their emotions bottled up now spilling everywhere tears streaming down both their faces now before they hear a sudden clapping and glance up to find the gambler giving them a condescending applause.
Black Jack- Isn't that sweet? A touching family reunion almost makes me miss my family after I slaughtered my abusive father and left my alcoholic mum to die.
Jason- You really are messed up Black. You treat other human beings like mere pieces in your little games because you never had a chance at a real family didn't you? Your parents never loved you, you never had any friends and the only woman you ever loved left you and took all your casino winnings with her after I beat you the first time. I feel sorry for you really I do.
Black Jack- Please as if I need those abusive parents of mine or my whore of a girlfriend. All I need is me, myself and I!
Jason- You're pathetic and you're going down.
Black Jack- What's say we play swords only?
Jason- Fine by me but leave my mom out of this.
Black Jack- You have my word.
The man speaks softly lightly bowing to the male and gesturing for the woman to beat it. Once she's gone the two square up in the middle of the field drawing their blades Jack pulling at his cane revealing it to be a jet black sword with a red leather grip. Walking up the two bring their blades close to their faces, bow and take one, two, three steps back before-
Black Jack- En Gard!
The man shouts quickly turning and clashing blades with the male. Stabbing and parrying slashing and blocking the two send sparks across the air as their blades clash continuously neither able to get the upper hand. Dodging back the gambler switches the blade to his off hand and gestures for the boy to come in. Doing so he goes to slash at the man only for him to duck under and deliver a stab straight to his abdomen quickly followed by the slashes to his chest.
Jason- Gah!
Black Jack- Always were one to rush right into things.
Jason- Screw you....
The male growls charging forward once more but this time with a plan. Repeating the same move as last time he just has to hope and yes the man ducked down again just as he suspected he would. Parrying the mans stab he then quickly counter attacks by stabbing him in the shoulder and harshly tears the blade out sending him stumbling back.
Black Jack- Aah! A solid play my friend!
He speaks tossing the blade back into his main hand as the two dance around some more their blades dancing alongside them for the next several minutes. As time goes on the speedster realizes he needs to wrap his up fast and check on his mother before making a ballsy move. Stepping back he holds his blade up above his head leaving himself wide open hoping the man will take the bait. Closing his eyes he listens to the sounds of the man charging in and then just before the gambler finishes him *SHINK!* the male slahes straight down slicing the man's blade in half ruining his weapon before clobbering him in the face with the blunt of his blade knocking him to the ground. Rushing over he points his blade at the man's throat with an expression that just oozes "Go on, I dare you" as the man sighs and raises his arms admitting his defeat.
Black Jack- *Sigh* Very well, I'll come quietly.
He speaks before the scene shifts to show the man being shoved inside a armored truck and driven off to the nearest holding cell, several officers and Unisec agents running around disabling weapons the speedster nowhere to be seen before we shift once more and find a purple streak running through the land before stopping inside a small cozy living room revealing not only the missing speedster but also his mom who's looking very shaken up.
Mom- Oh man super speed after almost dying not a good combination.
Jason- Are you okay!
Mom- I'll manage.
Jason- I meant the kidnapping are you alright did he hurt you?
Mom- A little but I'll be alright.
The woman speaks before collapsing on a nearby sofa where she's immediately accompanied by the male who holds her close the tears coming back.
Jason- I was so scared.
Mom- I know sweetie but it's alright I'm save now and it's all thanks to my son the hero.
Jason- A-About that......Mom-
Mom- It's okay I understand now why you're doing this.
Jason- Huh?
The male huh's before watching his mom sigh and lean against her knees gazing down at the floor several things cleary flying through her mind at the moment before she continues.
Mom- You're right. The world is full of dangerous nut jobs like him back there and someone needs to protect them.
Jason- But what about the dangers?
Mom-..........Your father.
Jason- Ah........
Mom- He once told me that a hero is someone who perseveres no matter the odds or obstacles in his or her way. Someone who's willing to push aside their own needs and security for the safety of other's. Someone who can look death right in the eyes and say "I'm not afraid" and I think that someone suits you Jason. Listen I will never be able to accept you being hurt but I can accept that if this is what you want then I'll support you every step of the way.
Jason- It is. Mom everything I've ever done up until this point is for you guy's. You're my heroes and my inspiration for everything I do. I'm doing this because I want to not only be there for when people call my name not only to be their guardian angel but because I want to make you guys proud of me.
Mom- Oh Jason, I've always been proud of you. Now more then ever I am SO proud of the man you've become and all the people you've saved and I know your father would be too.
Jason- Wait you knew-
Mom- Sweetie it doesn't take a genius to recognize a handsome, white haired, green eyed fourteen year old boy with purple lightning and super speed on T.V. every other night. I've known for a while and once again I couldn't be more proud of who you've become. My beautiful baby boy the valiant hero who stands up for the innocent, the boy with a lightning storm in his eyes to scare off the bad guys, the storm dancer who'll always be there to protect you appearing in a flash.
Jason- Storm Dancer........I like it!
The male speaks with a smile before feeling his mother place a loving kiss upon his forehead. Pulling back she smiles warmly at him which the male quickly returns before they hear a shrill beeping and the male groan pulling out his communicator. Palming the item he swipes the screen to reveal a hologram of Thomas there.
Thomas- Trouble in the arctic some maniac is trying to wipe out the polar bears.......again.
The male tells him before Jason glances up to find his mom with a reassuring smile.
Mom- Go.
Jason- I'll be right there!
The male replies before hanging up and rising the sofa planting a kiss on nis mother forehead and heading towards the door.
Jason- Bye mom gotta go now-
Mom- Will you be back by dinner?
Jason- Uh.....I'm not sure-
Mom- I'm making pizza
Jason- Oh! Then I'll definitely be back for dinner! Is it cool if I bring my friends?
Mom- Sure you know I love having your friends over.
The woman tells him with a smile that quickly disappears as she watched him open the door and go to head out.
Mom- WAIT! Bring a jacket it's the arctic you'll catch a cold!
Jason- Oh right umm.......
The male hums scrambling for his jacket for a minute before grabbing it, opening the door once more and goes to step out however before he does he turns back to his mother with three simple words.
Jason- I love you.
Mom- I love you too sweetie.
They commune speaking softly with an equally soft smile blanketing their face before in a flash of purple the male disappears running off towards adventure. Rising from her seat the woman walks up to the door and begins closing it as she watches the purple streak disappear over the horizon a calm smile on her face.
Mom- He'll be alright, I know it.
She speaks softly closing the door snd heading towards the kitchen to prepare a celebratory pizza feast having utmost faith in her son's capabilities just knowing he'll be safe in her arms once more by dinner.
*Flashback End*
Jason- After that the rest is history. As the years went on I grew older and my mom felt more and more secure with me going on my adventures until me running off to my next fight just became the norm for us.
Bennet- And Black Jack?
Jason- Prison where he's still currently sitting in his cell being forced into several games of cards and poker by the guards with nothing at stake not even cash. It's driving him crazy.
Barbara- Good! Your mom sounds like a wonderful person I'd love to meet her one day.
Jason- Yeah she is and who knows maybe one day you'll get the chance she's always eager to meet my new friends. Any who it's about time we go back now Bennet you get the chest and then I'll speed us back to Mondstadt.
The male commands before soon enough the three are seen zooming through the lands their pockets filled with treasure before finally stopping in front of town scaring the guards.
Guard 1- Archon's I will never get used to that.
Guard 2- I hear ya, How does he run at the those speeds and not throw up?
Jason- You get used to it after a while, the first time I ran I spewed chunks of-
Barbara- OH MY ARCHONS, MY SHOW!!! I completely forgot! I'm sorry guy's I gotta run now bye!
The girl shouts a loud before rushing off waving goodbye to the two males who quickly return the gesture as they watch her disappear over the stairs. Watching the girl run the speedster sighs contently over the eventful day before feeling a tap on his shoulder. Turning he finds Bennet there a grateful smile on his face.
Bennet- Hey uh I just wanted to say thanks for accompanying me on the adventure today.
Jason- No problem I had a lot fun.
Bennet- And well I was also wondering if you'd like to join my adventure team and maybe go on more adventures some time?
Jason- Sure.
Bennet- Really? Alright Benny's Adventure Assemble!
The boy shouts pumping his fist into the air, the speedster crouching down to the floor in a runners pose his eyes crackling with electricity then they hear rapid footsteps gradually increasing in volume before Thomas suddenly leaps besides them in a fire power pose as the three male are seen posing like badasses oblivious to the stares people give them. Smiling at thus the speedster looks over thus wacky team of adventurers and breathes contently.
Jason- 'I missed having a team'
He thinks before rising and excusing himself to hold up a promise he made to a certain idol.
*Time-Skip To the Performance*
Crowd- BAR-BA-RA, BAR-BA-RA, BAR-BA-RA, BARBARA!!!
The crowd shouts into the sky repeatedly jumping up and down excited for the upcoming concert as the area around them is decorated in beautiful pink and soft green streamers, several cheery blossom trees planted around the area with a soft mood lighting to top it all off. Zooming in on the crowd we find the three heroes joining the crowd in their chant equally excited for the concert.
Thomas- BAR-BA-RA!
Sarah- BAR-BA-RA!!!
Jason- BAR-BA-RA!!!
The three shout along with the crowd before in a sudden splash of water the girl appears on stage dressed in her usual attire as the crowd goes wild screaming into the night sky, jumping so much the ground around them shakes and a nearby tree falls.
Thomas- Okay maybe thus crowd is a little too excited.
The male speaks cautiously backing out of range from any nearby trees in case the crowd decides to go lumber jacking with their jumps some more. Walking up on stage the girl silence the crowd grabbing a microphone.
Barbara- HELLLLLLLLLLOOOOOOO Monstadt!!!
Crowd- WOOOOOOOOOO!!!
Barbara- Alright well I can see you're all very excited for the upcoming concert but before I begin I'd like to make a few special shout outs and give thanks for all the wonderful people who helped set this whole thing up. First is the botanists who planted all these lovely flowers and trees, second I'd like to thanks the decoration team for setting up all these streamers and banners, my manager of course for setting up the actual concert but I'd like to give an especially big thank you to Jason Smith!
Jason- Wait what?
Barbara- For protecting me during the adventure we had today and for being here for me these last couple days, thank you Jason........for everything.
The girl whispers into the mic looking directly at the male along with the entire crowd. Feeling all these eyes on him he blushes and gazes at the ground trying to avoid eye contact with anyone there.
Barbara- Now enough talk let's start! I call this first song: PatchWork Staccato.
https://youtu.be/78sOf3PQPW8
(ALL CREDIT IN VIDEO)
(Time-Skip to the end of concert because I'm not posting more videos or writing this whole thing out myself. Sorry guys.)
Barbara- 🎵
The girl songs her last note as the crowd gives off thunderous applause all jumping and cheering for her some calling an encore but are soon disappointed by her next words.
Barbara- I'm sorry but that's all the time we have for today folks!
Crowd- Awwwwwww.......
Barbara- But never fear because my manager is already working on a new concert that will take place in a few weeks so *wink* look forward to that and until then Stay Tuned and Stay Pretty Ya'll I love you!
Crowd- WE LOVE YOU TOO!!!
The crowd shouts into the air all giving the girl one final round of applause this one stronger and louder then all the rest before the scene shifts and we find the plaza now empty save for a few tired stragglers.
Thomas- Welp I'm headed in for the night need all the rest I can get for the next full fledged chapter. It's a big one.
Sarah and Jason- Huh?
Thomas- Oh nothing, snoogles!
The male speaks with a sly wink before turning and heading off holding up four fingers said fingers casting a shadow on the floor as he goes. Sighing at this knowing what he just did with the fingers and all the sorceress quickly excuses herself also leaving the speedster along or so he thinks because out of the blue he hears the nun call behind him.
Barbara- Jason Hi!
Jason- Hey Barbara I loved your performance that first song was really beautiful.
Barbara- Thanks I worked really hard on that.
Jason- I'm sure you did.
Barbara- A-about today I know the adventure was really perilous and kind of tedious at times and with the whole monster almost killing you at one point. If you wanted to forget it ever happened Bennet and I agreed that it's-
Jason- No
Barbara- Huh?
Jason- I don't want to forget. That was the most fun I've had in so long. The battles, the puzzles, the trek up the mountain, even the near death experience it was all so much fun and I'm especially glad I of to share it with you guys. Adventures are always fun but they're even more so with friends.
Barbara- Friends? Is that what we are?
Jason- Of course! You're my friend Barbara and nothing will change that.
Barbara- Maybe a little more then friends?
Jason- Sorry Thomas has already taken the role of best friend/bro but don't worry you're one of my favorites. See ya around friend.
The male calls waving goodbye before heading off leaving the girl alone with a heart ache. Bringing a hand to her chest she then gazes up at the moon light feeling her heart yearn to become closer one day to strengthen their relationship and bond from one of friends to something more meaningful something more passionate. Gazing back down she watches as the male disappears down the stairs before whispering.
Barbara- I love you.
She speaks before turning on her heel and walking off towards her home determined to dream a good dream one filled with love, hope and purple lightning.
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A/N- Holy tamales guy's this is a long one at 18315 words! Hahahaha oh man did I enjoy writing this one. Okay a few notes first of all hope you enjoyed learning more about Jason, secondly the next chapter will in fact be a short and third get ready because the next REAL chapter is..........The big one. Hope ya'll are prepared for that ey and until you are always remember to Stay Tuned and Stay Pretty Ya'll.
(CUTE PICTURE BECAUSE WHY THE HELL NOT? She looks so smug it's adorable. https://www.pinterest.com/pin/726486983636334867/)
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