Chapter 3: Dark Past

At precisely 7 am, Jonathan sat in his spacious room, surrounded by memories of a life left behind. His gaze was fixed on a faded photograph, creased and worn, depicting his family in happier times. The year was 2000, and Jonathan was merely 7 years old, with his sister Anny being 5. They resided in a grand, opulent bungalow nestled in the heart of Lucas City, a metropolis teeming with life and promise.

Their father, Mr. Richard Throne, was a visionary entrepreneur who had built his empire, Thrones Industry, from scratch. His innovative gadgets and cutting-edge technology had revolutionized the industry, making him a respected and admired figure. However, his partnership with Mr. Travis was a tumultuous one, marred by disagreements over company shares and creative differences. The tension between them simmered, waiting to boil over into a cauldron of bitterness and resentment.

Tragedy struck when Travis's wife met an untimely demise. Consumed by grief and anger, Travis became convinced that Richard was responsible for her death. His mind clouded by vengeance, Travis orchestrated a heinous act of arson, setting fire to Richard's company building and their family bungalow. The inferno engulfed everything, leaving nothing but smoldering ruins and ashes.

In the chaos, Jonathan's family perished, leaving him and his uncle, Dr. Ryan, as the sole survivors. They narrowly escaped the blaze, their lives forever changed by the horrors they witnessed. The trauma of that fateful night would haunt Jonathan, leaving emotional scars that would take years to heal.

In the aftermath, a fierce battle ensued between Ryan and Travis, culminating in Travis's demise. However, his son, Robin, vowed to avenge his father's death, nurturing a deep-seated hatred for Jonathan and Ryan. Unbeknownst to them, Robin would grow up to become a formidable foe, orchestrating a campaign of terror and crime that would engulf Lucas City.

Years passed, and Jonathan grew up under Ryan's guidance, sheltered from the harsh realities of the world. They lived in seclusion, their existence a secret, hidden from the prying eyes of Travis's loyalists and the criminal underworld. Ryan, ever vigilant, ensured their safety, his eyes constantly scanning the horizon for potential threats.

Dr. Ryan trained Jonathan in martial arts and kept him hidden from the world, protecting him from Travis and his goons. Jonathan's life was marked by secrecy and solitude, but Dr. Ryan's guidance and support helped him cope with his dark past. One day, when Jonathan turned 17, Dr. Ryan revealed a shocking truth: he had been working on a secret project to transform Jonathan into a superhero. Jonathan was confused, unsure, and even afraid, but eventually agreed to undergo the transformation.

Dr. Ryan injected Jonathan with a serum containing eagle DNA, which gave him superhuman powers. Jonathan became Eagle Flame, a powerful being with incredible strength, speed, agility, and reflexes. However, he was still uncertain about his new identity and purpose. He struggled to come to terms with his past, his new powers, and the responsibility that came with them.

As Jonathan grappled with his emotions and his new reality, he wondered if Robin was still alive. Little did he know that Robin was indeed alive and leading the RIP organization, determined to destroy Jonathan and Dr. Ryan. Robin's hatred had only grown stronger with time, and he would stop at nothing to achieve his twisted goals.

Jonathan's thoughts were interrupted by the creaking of his door, as Ryan entered with a gentle smile. "Jonathan, where are you lost?" he asked, his voice tinged with concern. Jonathan's gaze remained fixed on the photograph, his mind a million miles away. "I was wondering, what if Robin didn't die?" he replied, his voice barely above a whisper.

Ryan's expression turned somber, his eyes clouding over with memories of the past. He knew that Jonathan's question was more than mere speculation – it was a harbinger of the darkness that lurked on the horizon, waiting to consume them. Little did they know that their peaceful existence was about to be shattered, and the shadows of their past would soon come back to haunt them.