[Comprehensive English and American] Ripples in time and space

On the next day's newspaper, there was a headline on the front page: "The Mysterious Mutant Finally Appeared//The Hero Who Saved Lives Was Imprisoned by the Police"

Just showing up in a way of saving people is not completely safe: after all, in the original book, Charles and the others also prevented a nuclear war as soon as they showed up, and they were still ordered to be killed by the government.So, she swiped a sympathy card by the way.

People will be afraid of those who are stronger than themselves, but once they learn that the other party's strength or situation is more difficult, most people are easily satisfied with a sense of superiority, and then give birth to superior sympathy and compassion.In the report, they deliberately weakened the various abilities of the mutants against the sky, and instead emphasized that they are a minority group, are isolated by society, and are still vigilant by the government even though they have done good deeds... After all, they have not personally experienced what mutants can bring. In view of the coming harm, most people quickly turned to the side of sympathy and support.

In less than a week, the police and SSR, who were innocently held in a scapegoat, had to release Eric.Charles and Raven have stood up earlier to speak out to the society on behalf of mutants.During this week, the public relations team was so busy that even Kelly was dragged away by them, asking her to speak out or write articles in the media-Kelly is now one of the representatives of the American feminist movement, and they need Seize the time to bind the rights of mutants with women's rights, black rights and other minority groups, and win over allies.After all, although it looks calm now, who knows what Sebastian Xiao is planning.As long as there is an accident where mutants abuse their abilities to hurt people, most of the fragile trust that the public has established so far will collapse.

For the first time since entering the Erskine Prosthetics Company, Kelly put aside her research and development work on prosthetics and devoted all her energy to the medical research of mutants.When the previous article was just submitted, the five of them were already preparing for the next article: to study the impact of radiation on the gene that caused the mutation—named "X2371 gene fragment" by Kelly.If the previous article aims to expose the existence of mutants, this article aims to narrow the distance between humans and mutants, and make people realize that it is possible for humans to transform into mutants through genetic mutations. There is not that much difference between.

A few years ago, Chris also awakened the mutant ability - controlling electric current.He can control static electricity in the air, electricity in wires, power plants, and even lightning.Since the emergence of his mutant powers, almost every room in the family has been converted into a Faraday cage.After him, one or two of the children of the other Howling Commandos also awakened to mutant abilities.It was only because the identities of the Roaring Commandos to perform their missions had to be kept secret, and the identities of their families were also protected, so this matter was not revealed. However, the future of the mutants is closely related to the fate of themselves or their children, even if they have made long-term Prepare, now that the matter is imminent, everyone still feels a sense of urgency.Sebastian Xiao became the sword of Damocles hanging over their heads, and if he didn't show up, everyone couldn't feel at ease.

However, to everyone's surprise, Sebastian Shaw never showed up—everyone felt that he should show up, after all, the current public relations of the mutants are very stable. He has begun to accept each other more peacefully. Once path dependence is formed, it will not be easy for him to change the views of the transhumans and pull them together to destroy mankind.In fact, Kelly and the others are on guard every day, waiting for him to appear.

However, day after day, month after month, Bucky entered NASA, Roxie, Chris and Alex went to Xavier Academy for Gifted Boys, Kelly received Hank's resignation letter, Peggy and the captain They have another daughter, named Hayley.

And Sebastian Xiao never showed up.

Time flies, and it is 1962 years in a blink of an eye.

"OK, first I have to ask, how did you do it?" Howard asked as he walked into the building, "Your growth rate this quarter broke the record when I started the company! When I developed it myself! This is so hurtful, Kelly dear, are you really not cheating with futuristic technology?"

"No. I guess, it's probably because your company has the best girls in America now." Kelly laughed, "And the best girls in America are no better than the best men in America." Come on poorly."

While talking, they had already entered the R&D department, and all the employees inside raised their heads, "First of all, as mentioned in the last report, the fifth generation of metal bone prosthetics..." Kelly said, leading him from the door near the door. A table started, but was interrupted by Howard waving his hand: "Ask the engineer to talk to me directly. How is the development progress of the new generation of neural connections?"

"Here." A red-haired girl straightened up, and next to her was a middle-aged female engineer with a dark blonde bun and a male engineer who had begun to bald. "The research and development of the connection is not going well, mainly because Pain issues when docking..."

Kelly shrugged.This is the case when Howard inspects the R&D department. He will interrupt all the reports of the responsible person and communicate with the front-line engineers on his own.That's why he's so beloved by engineers—half of Stark Industries regard him as a spiritual idol, and half as a representative of a crazy capitalist boss.And Kelly has only one requirement for her employees: don't try to sleep with Howard, and once found out, she will be fired immediately, without exception.She knew that Howard was romantic and passionate about women but had never taken it seriously. If he really wanted to have an office romance, it would have a great impact on the company.

She followed Howard, answering some of his questions from time to time, having discussions, and soon the whole afternoon passed.At four o'clock in the afternoon, Howard's secretary reminded him in a low voice: "You have a charity reception tonight."

"Oh, yes." Howard nodded. "Okay, wait a minute."

It took him a few more minutes to hastily end the current topic before walking outside.Kelly paused for a moment to remind everyone to record talking points before following along.She quickly caught up with Howard in a few strides, but the other party suddenly stopped at the door leading to the hall. If Kelly hadn't relied on the super soldier's reflexes, she would have almost bumped into him.

In just a split second, the magic power around her had already mobilized and surrounded her, but then Kelly realized that there was no danger.She looked past Howard, and immediately understood why he stopped suddenly: on the sofa in the hall, sat a beautiful young girl, with light golden straight hair hanging like satin on her shoulders, beautiful blue eyes as clear as water, wearing a A long white dress, trimmed with rose red lace and ribbons.Let alone Howard, Kelly paused.But before she could speak, Howard had recovered and strode forward.The girl heard footsteps, looked back to this side, and stood up gracefully.Howard walked up to her, took her hand and bowed his head to kiss her: "May I know the name of this beautiful young lady?"

"Maria Grace," said the girl, "it's an honor to meet you, Mr. Stark."

"No, it's my pleasure," Howard said. "Is it someone you're here for? Maybe it's my honor to introduce you?"

"Actually, I'm here to see Miss Cosmo." Maria said, turning her eyes to Kelly who was aside.

Kelly was pretty sure Howard gave him at least a third of the look with jealousy.She smiled secretly in her heart, thinking that she had never seen him fall in love with that girl at first sight, but the next moment she suddenly thought of—Maria.God, couldn't she be the same Maria who ended up being Howard's wife and Tony's mother?

Although Kelly's impression of her is only an old version of the glimpse in Captain America 3, but a closer look, there are three points similar.However, she didn't show any surprise on her face, she just shook hands with her with a smile: "Miss Grace, what can I do for you?"

"It's like this - I saw the publicity about your Women's Equality Foundation, and then I found Miss Jennifer Barnes." Maria said, "Miss Barnes suggested that I come and talk to you and ask some advice. Regarding... family issues."

Jennifer is Bucky's youngest sister, and she and Bucky's other sister, Catherine, both helped the foundation for a while, taking care of counselors and things like that.Kelly is no stranger to the many women who turn to the Foundation for help because their families do not support them in pursuing their life aspirations, or force them to be stay-at-home moms. "Yes, I'm sorry, she must have not told you the exact time." She smiled apologetically, "I'm still at work. If you're not in a hurry..."

"Don't worry about going to work, it's okay, I can give you a vacation." Howard waved his hand beside him, "Give me an hour's vacation, you can chat with this lady first."

Kelly was angry and funny, but she still didn't have the heart to hurt him in front of the girl he liked, and finally just shook her head helplessly.It was Maria who took the initiative and said, "It's okay, I just came to meet with you today - we can make an appointment later. It just so happens that I also have a party tonight..."

"A charity reception tonight? I'm invited, too," Howard interjected. "Maybe you'd like to give a ride?"

"Thank you for your kindness." Maria smiled, "Unfortunately, I have to go home first."

She nodded to the two and left.Howard turned to Kelly, fascinated: "Did you hear that! She's going to the charity reception too!"

"I didn't hear that." Kelly teased him intentionally, "I've been patronizing to see how you fall in love."

"I didn't!" Howard retorted, "I just—"

Kelly's expression changed suddenly, and he waved her hand abruptly, interrupting his eloquence.Outside the company gate, a stream of silver light came galloping towards the ground and turned into a small gazelle, and shouted in Elizabeth's panicked tone: "Mom! Go to the military base where the Roaring commando is stationed! Xiao attacked there!"