Letter: 1

It seems to most that believe in something after death hope to go to a place that is a sanctuary. Few want to think of no afterlife. But besides that point, reincarnation would be terrifying. Unfortunately, I've bared witness to its effects.

December 7th 2025

[Manhatten Medical Center]

" So how long is does this kid got? " A nurse asked. The doctor put down his clipboard and responded " 5 days at most ". " Who knew what all of those mutations and superpowers did to his body ". The nurse said

I at that moment wished my ears were severed and thrown into a garbage chute. My hand's trembled and my teeth chattered. As I tried holding back my tears and coughing up blood, the doctor came to check on me.

" I know son that you heard that conversation. I want you to know that you may have a very tiny chance of survival. " The doc reassured.

" Doc, I can handle the harsh reality of the Earth. What I can't handle is when I am lied to. " I spoke.

" Sam, Its possible! Your healing factor might've failed on you then, But your healing factor has a possibility of fighting at the last second to keep you alive! ", The doc exclaimed

" Huh, I'm not gonna rely on chance. Sucks I don't get a cool superhero death. I didn't die for the safety of the world or killed by an equal. " I said sadly.

" Just get some rest and let your body fight for you instead of you fighting for others ", The doc comfided.

" That shit was not as clean as you thought, doc! ", I mocked.

A few minutes later, I got a knock on my door. " Hey my Cuck-a-doodle doo ! ", A familiar voice said.

" Tommy, you're lucky your ass is not dying because god won't even let you speak! ", I lollied.

Tommy, my best friend looking more rich and handsomer by the day stood by my bed. " So how's it been? ", Tommy asked.

" Man life's been fire for real! ", I joked. Tommy gave me a weird glare. As soon as the glare came, it went away. Tommy didn't look sad or scared. He looked angry, angry at my genetics and mutations for ruining my life.

" Was it all of the radiation from Edison? "

" Was it that goddamn emerald? "

" It's gotta be from that stupid vampire "

Tommy mumbled

I had a little chuckle and moved my head away from Tommy. " When I die, sell my costume as a NFT ", I said to Tommy.

" Huh, you aint serious? ", Tommy said confused.

" Its called sarcasm, dammit! ", I yelled at him.

I heard in the distance small footsteps coming towards my room. I could see the silhouette of a small turtle. I saw Tatole, my pet turtle since I was 8 come into my room.

Tatole looked like he was about to belt out the loudest cry. But Tatole held it in. Tatole just stood by Tommy's side as my heartbeats became slower.

My eyes got stuffier by the second. My nostrils felt numb and my mouth could barely get any air out.

As I drew my last breath, I muttered " Wish I could still change the name… "

[Flatline]

My eyes opened and I got the clearest sight I ever got. I was wearing different clothing and it was grassy. Suddenly, a short kid patted my shoulder and asked " Eric, you comin or what? "

It was clear. I had been reincarnated…