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Harrison Evans, Xavier Manor

"You have an underground complex under your mansion, with cutting-edge technology never seen before... Are you sure you're not a mad scientist?" Harrison asked the bald man with amusement

Charles simply laughed quietly for a moment and replied

“We all have our hobbies, as you know, this is a school for mutants, we teach them to manage their gifts, I give them the necessary tools so that they can reach their full potential”

"We're here, professor," exclaimed the beautiful white-haired woman, as they entered a huge room

"Welcome to the Danger room, this is our main tool to help students master their gifts," Xavier exclaimed proudly

Harrison looked around curiously and asked

"And what is the secret of such a curious room?" Harrison asked 

Charles smiled enigmatically and spoke

"CEREBRO, activate the danger room, Time square simulation," the man exclaimed politely

Harrison heard a voice respond

“Welcome back professor, activating simulation, zero threat level, Time square”

And before Harrison's curious eyes, the metal walls began to fade, giving way to an accurate holographic illusion of the mythical place, the AI was so accurate that it could even recreate people walking through the place

In short, it was a technological room of requirement

Curious, Harrison walked over to a hot dog stand, and to his surprise, the smell of food was present

The attention to detail was really impressive, considering it wasn't done with magic

"Awesome, I guess you use it for P.A, and pushing your pupils to the limit in a controlled environment," Harrison exclaimed with respect in his voice

Charles smiled and nodded softly

"Indeed, our pupils have made considerable progress," exclaimed the geneticist

However, the man next to him, Logan simply snorted and replied

"You are too soft with them, the training must be more rigorous, it is preferable that they learn on these walls and not outside, in a life-or-death situation," the man exclaimed

And Harrison conceded the point, after all, life for mutants wasn't easy

Something that would fix sooner or later

“This place is incredible and quite interesting, but I don't understand why you brought me here?” Harrison asked curiously

Charles was silent for a moment, measuring his words carefully, then he nodded to himself and replied

"You are powerful, one of the most powerful mutant I have ever met, I would dare to say, I would like to know the extent of your power and offer you my assistance to help you reach your limits, in return, I would like to request your help so that my students get more experience, it would be beneficial for them to fight someone with your power," Charles exclaimed

Harrison's first reaction was simply to politely deny the man's offer, however, he took a moment to think things through, it was evident that Charles was an expert on the subject of gene X, and if he wanted to unravel the secrets of this elusive gene and how it related to his magic, he'd need your help

Moreover, having Charles and his group in his direct sphere of influence had more benefits than problems

So, nodding to himself, Harrison made his counteroffer

“The idea has merit and I appreciate your offer, I have no problem helping your students, however, I want your support in a personal project that I have worked on for a while”

Charles smiled pleased at the acceptance of the offer, but his face changed to curiosity when Harrison mentioned his project

"Before I can accept, I need to know the nature of the project," the man exclaimed firmly

Harrison looked at Charles with respect, the professor was a man of principle, after all

"I understand, it's research I've been doing on Gen X, your experience and your resources could be useful," exclaimed the black-haired young man

At Harrison's words, the three mutants looked at him curiously, an investigation into Gene X was quite interesting

"Oh, an academic project! Wonderful, what are you researching about our precious gene? - Xavier asked

Harrison smiled and replied with eyes full of amusement

“I think I have located the origin of Gene X”

As expected, the three mutants looked at him in surprise, completely silent at such a statement

“That's a pretty bold statement, but you have a track record of making the impossible come true, may I know what led you to that conclusion?” asked the professor with a glow of hunger for knowledge on his face

An academic to the bone, Harrison thought with amusement

The young tycoon simply turned on his multi-tool and began to project some genetic studies towards the professor

His own

The bald man began to read the parameters shown, and the more he read, the more terrified and excited he became, to the point that he began to babble, trying to talk to Harrison, but not finding the words to do so

Worried, the beautiful woman looked at the professor and asked

"Professor, is everything okay?" What did you read?” with a curious and suspicious voice

Regaining his concentration, Xavier looked at the woman with a huge smile and responded enthusiastically

"I'm wonderful, if what these studies say is true, then we are on the verge of a monumental discovery, something revolutionary for mutants on the planet, the origin of our gift," the man exclaimed with passion in his voice

Then, ignoring the incredulous looks of his subordinates, Charles looked at Harrison and exclaimed

"We have a deal, Mr. Evans."

Harrison smiled and extended his hand to Xavier, something inside him telling him that his life would become much more interesting from now on

He was not wrong

Tony Stark, Malibu, California

"Failed test, Mr. Stark" exclaimed JARVIS with some frustration in his mechanical voice

Frustration he shared with Tony, who looked at the Black Fang while pouting

"Are you still here? I thought you had gone to New York for the meeting at Evans Technologies" Pepper exclaimed as she entered Tony's garage

Without taking his eyes off the vehicle, Tony replied

"The meeting is tomorrow night, we will fly in the Black Fang and we will be there for breakfast" exclaimed the genius as he continued to surround the vehicle, trying to decipher its secrets

“Have you flown in it yet?” Pepper asked curiously, as she approached the brand-new car

Tony nodded and replied

"I did it, it's just perfect, its technology is so good that the G-forces are completely cancelled out, it's literally an engineering marvel that I can't decipher," Tony exclaimed in frustration as he looked at the car suspiciously

Tony then walked to his workstation and ordered

"Jarvis, project the notes we made, I want to know if we are able to recreate the exploits of the black lion with Stark technology."

At those words Pepper looked at Tony with interest, the idea... it wasn't all bad, Harrison Evans' sky cars were making land cars obsolete, the black lion had begun to absorb the car companies, to start covering the growing demand for their vehicles, with each purchase, the power and fortune of the black lion increased

To such an extent that the United States government itself was beginning to be nervous about Harrison Evans

“It is possible to recreate our own version of the Sky Cars, Mr. Stark, however, they would have a much more limited autonomy than those of Evans Technologies, we can only guarantee use in urban areas”

"Shit," Tony snapped

The millionaire was in a rare situation

Harrison Evans and his technology were simply superior to his, and Tony had no idea how half of the things the black lion built worked.

Part of him was offended, after all, there were few things Tony couldn't master

However, the millionaire was really excited about tomorrow's meeting

After all, there were strong rumors that Harrison Evans would drop another bombshell, one that, like his sky cars and black sun, would change the game forever

  And while Tony was really excited about the meeting, he had another reason to visit New York, remembering the words of those agents who rescued him in the Middle East

Someone inside Stark Industries was selling weapons to terrorists, and Tony knew that only one person besides him had that kind of power 

Obadiah, who had been overly interested in Tony's escape story, had stayed too long in New York, and according to the young Stark's reports, was dangerously obsessed with Evans Technologies

"Jarvis, prepare a data package, I will offer Harrison Evans several joint projects, I am sure that, combining our efforts, we can do whatever we want," Tony spoke, at the same time that he began to massage his chin

"Understood, Mr. Stark, I am also pleased to inform you that the Mark II prototype has been successfully assembled, do you wish to test it?"  

Tony just smiled with excitement, although he loved the Black Fang, flying with his own armor was simply incomparable

"I'm offended that you ask, prepare everything," Tony ordered, at the same time as he looked at Pepper

"We have to organize a database, there are many projects that we can work together with Harrison Evans, if we manage to reach an agreement, we can dominate the entire market," ordered the billionaire

However, to Tony's surprise, Pepper looked at him doubtfully

"Tony, although your idea is excellent, I think you underestimate the reach that Harrison Evans has, Evans Technologies is dominating the market and month after month, its commercial dominance is consolidated" replied the redhead

At those words, Tony was silent, apparently, tomorrow's meeting would be more interesting than he expected

And then, Jarvis intervened

"Mr. Stark, news about Evans Technologies, seems important," reported the virtual butler

"Turn up the volume," Tony ordered, as they focused on the news channel

“And in an unexpected twist, Evans Technologies reports that, as of this moment, it owns Frost Industries, the CEO and majority owner, Harrison Evans, released a statement informing the following”

"The acquisition of Frost Industries is a strategic maneuver to expand our operations in Europe, at the moment we own 51% percent of the total shares of the company, so you can be sure that things will change for everyone, in a week I will give a press conference informing about the changes that will be made for the company"

Tony and Pepper looked at the young man's words in amazement, surprised by such a bold move

"Winston Frost must be crying blood, his centuries-long legacy, reduced to a mere step in the ambitions of a young Englishman, is quite comical," Tony reported with amusement in his voice

“This is serious Tony, what guarantees us that you will not do the same with Stark Industries?” Pepper asked worried

"Don't worry, my dear, our company is not in Harrison Evans' plans, if I can read his moves, the ones who should be concerned are Justin Hammer and Sebastian Shaw."

"How are you so sure?" asked the beautiful redhead curiously

“Because Evans Technologies already dominates the North American markets, however, the black lion is ambitious, he wants to expand into the old world and Asia, which American companies that are listed on the stock exchange have most of their assets in those countries?”

Before Pepper could respond, however, the news continued

"and in other news, the CEO of Potter Enterprise reports that they have just consolidated the purchase of Delacour Solutions, the French company is the latest in the long list under the old lion, Charlus Potter, consolidating the multinational titan as one of the most important and powerful companies in the world”

And then, to Tony's surprise, the images of Charlus and James Potter were shown on television, looking suspiciously familiar with someone particular

Fully concentrated, Tony ordered

"Jarvis, facial recognition, between Charlus and James Potter with Harrison Evans," ordered the genie

“Processing: What are we looking for in particular, Mr. Stark?” asked the digital butler

"Genetic traces, inherited from father to son," Tony ordered as he looked determinedly at the scanner, increasingly sure of his hunch

When she saw the photos together, there was no doubt, even Pepper noticed

"Fuck" murmured the redhead

"Indeed," Tony replied looking at the image

“Facial recognition completed, probability of primary blood link between Harrison Evans and James Potter, 97 percent”

“This... it's bad Tony," Pepper reported as she watched, pale, the confirmation of the suspicions

The black lion came from an ancient and powerful lineage

"An unrecognized son?" Pepper asked uneasily

"Most likely," Tony replied still looking at the screen

"Jarvis, cancel all my meetings tomorrow, we'll fly to New York tonight, apparently, things will get interesting."

"As you order, Mr. Stark."

Tony then looked at Pepper and ordered

“Pack your things, we'll be in New York for a long time”

The redhead nodded, intrigued and overwhelmed by the discovery

The meeting would be... interesting

Harrison Evans, mansion X, Danger Room

"That was a good exercise, Logan!" Harrison exclaimed with emotion; it had been quite a while since he had been able to use his power so freely

"Uuugh," exclaimed the Canadian, who was trapped in a handmade of rock, upside down, so tight that it was impossible for him to move, while looking at Harrison in a bad mood, but with respect in his eyes

"You're tougher than you look, bub," Logan replied, at the same time that Harrison left him on the ground again

The practice session was witnessed by all the high school pupils, the professor and Ororo, who watched Harrison with great interest

“THAT WAS INCREDIBLE!” Kitty roared loudly, thrilled at the young genius's power

Scott nodded, surprised

"It was, the mastery of his telekinesis is perfect, in addition to having the mental agility to use it creatively, stone hands are a good strategy, you should practice that technique Jean," Scott suggested, still amazed by the spectacle

The redhead didn't respond, too overwhelmed by her stormy thoughts

Harrison's skill and power were overwhelming, Jean did not doubt for an instant that when they fought, he would kick their asses, besides, a part of her found him... simply irresistible, as if an inner song sounds with strength and power for the simple fact of being in his presence

Something similar to a bird, for some strange reason

And in an instant, Harrison Evans was no longer in the danger room, but in the observation room, in front of the whole institute

"Your room is a lot of fun Charles, I'll seriously think about building one in my tower" spoke the young genius

The bald man simply looked at Harrison with a smile and replied

"It's really incredible, if you need help, I'll be happy to lend it to you."

Without waiting for a response, the professor pointed his hand towards the students

"These are my pupils," and the professor began to introduce them one by one, mentioning names and mutations in a general way

Harrison listened attentively and courteously, until it was Jean's turn

"And she, it's Jean Grey, just like you, she has telepathy and telekinesis," the bald man spoke

Harrison just smiled amusement at Jean, who couldn't help but blush

"A real pleasure to see you again, red-haired lady," Harrison spoke, as he stretched out his hand to Jean

The red-haired young woman blushed to her hair, however, she stretched out her hand with excitement, after all, she was still a young and horny young woman

And Harrison, for some reason, make her really crazy

"Nice to see you again, Mr. Evans," replied the redhead, blushing even more when Harrison kissed her hand with delicacy and promise

Jean was speechless, it was not fair that such a simple gesture made her feel so many things

"Harrison, dear, after what we went through, there is no reason for formalities between us, besides, from now on we will know each other very well," he replied charmingly

Jean couldn't help but smile even with a huge blush on her face, causing Scott to simply frown

Then Harrison's multi-tool comes to life, lighting up with an emerald green glow

"Apparently duty calls," replied the handsome young man, while looking at all the students

"I'll come once a week to practice, Charles asked me to train with you, you have a week to prepare, I hope you surprise me," then he began typing quickly on his forearm

A second later, the cell phones of all the young people rang, having received a message

"My contact, in case you have problems with a racist imbecile or a threat, call, no matter the time." 

Everyone looked at Harrison and thanked him for the gesture, it was... comforting and everyone appreciated it

Jean, on the other hand, kept looking at her cell phone, after all, her message was a little different

"Friday, 8:00 p.m., be a good girl and dress something nice"

And that peculiar sensation came back, like a fire expanding within her, roaring in triumph, for some strange reason

And Jean knew that she would be prepared and ready, in her best dress, at the right time

Apparently, her life would become very interesting from now on

Harrison Evans, in route to the Black Rock

“How did it go with Xavier darling?” Emma asked through the holographic screen inside the black Fang

"they are promising, I will take the time to train them once a week, I also met an exquisite redhead, you will love her, sweet little thing" Harrison expressed with amusement

Emma looked at her man attentively at those words and replied

“Did you now? Then I'll have to take care of looking for another blonde or maybe something more exotic, maybe both!" exclaimed Emma with emotion  

Harrison smiled with amusement and was preparing to answer, when a loud bang shook the car

Now alert, Harrison looked at his favorite blonde and spoke

"I'll talk to you later dear, apparently, someone wants to pull the lion's tail"

Emma nodded with some concern and replied

"Be careful, dear," and simply cut off the call, at the same time Mark's voice was heard in the car

"Mr. Evans, something hit us, there's no damage, but it seems to be following us at high speed."

Harrison simply nodded and replied

“Follow the route Mark, I'll take care of our problem”

And without waiting for a response, Harrison disappeared from the vehicle, appearing in a nearby building, at the same time as Mark drove away, being followed by a kind of purple glow

"Showtime," he muttered, as he flew into the glow, intercepting it on the spot

Harrison used his power and grabbed the harasser by the neck forcefully, causing a female moan of pain and then threw himself with his attacker towards one of the nearby buildings, landing hard and causing the purple glow to disappear

Giving the young lion an intriguing and exciting vision at the same time

A woman, extremely beautiful with Asian features and purple hair, wearing a short kimono with black stockings and an odachi in her hand, looked at him in amazement and... respect

"You're a hunter, like me," the woman murmured in broken English

Harrison frowned and replied

"I have no problems with you, stay away and this could be just misunderstanding," warned the lion

The beautiful woman hesitated for an instant, until her eyes gained a blank stare and she responded in a robotic voice

"It is the will of the hand that you be killed," and, to Harrison's growing curiosity, her hand lit up with a purple glow, forming a kind of Psionic crossbow, at the same time that a pair of butterfly wings appeared behind her, giving her a beautiful, celestial, and terrifying appearance

Harrison simply smiled, at the same time his eyes lit up, bringing out an emerald glow and muttering

“Let’s Dance”

And both attackers threw themselves at each other

And the butterfly and the lion danced for the first time, but surely not the last

After all, Power attracts power