Chapter 348: Sudden Incident, Golden Boy Goes Berserk

Chapter 348: Sudden Incident, Golden Boy Goes Berserk

Although Magneto's performance in the movies gives the impression of a master of metal manipulation, in reality, electromagnetism is incredibly powerful. The Earth's magnetic field is an electromagnetic field, and even if one could only control the Earth's magnetic field, the potential destruction is unimaginable for ordinary people.

An electromagnetic pulse could cause a global blackout, and floods and earthquakes could be conjured at will. If Magneto wished, he could easily destroy the Earth.

Of course, this is limited to the comic book version of Magneto. Compared to the comics, the movie version of Magneto is indeed somewhat underwhelming.

However, this is also normal. In Xia Shang's view, comics and movies belong to different Universes, essentially a Multiverse. It's perfectly reasonable for the strength of Magneto in each Universe to vary.

"Thank you."

Anderson's expression didn't change much, while Polarity, on the other hand, was beaming. His biggest regret in life was not making it into The Seven, so following in his Father's footsteps, he could only place his hope in his next generation, Anderson.

That's why he spared no effort in promoting his son to the Outside World. His purpose, naturally, was for Anderson to build more connections so he could be selected for The Seven, making up for his lifelong regret.

It must be said that Polarity had put a lot of thought into his son's future. However, judging by Anderson's expression, he seemed disdainful of doing such things. More than joining The Seven, he wanted to shed the 'Supe Legacy' halo.

At this moment, in an inconspicuous corner of the party, a Black girl sat curled slightly on a sofa, constantly and cautiously glancing around. Clearly, the girl was a little uncomfortable with the setting she was in.

"Mary, relax, it's no big deal. They're not going to eat you." Emma Mayer, Mary's roommate, nudged Mary's abdomen with her elbow, trying to get her to loosen up and stop being stiff as a rubber band.

"Tsk tsk tsk, so this is Godolkin University's opening ceremony. I thought it would be like my middle school, with a bunch of people standing on a stage, either reciting poetry or doing incredibly boring dance performances."

"Look, there's even alcohol here." Emma leaned forward from the coffee table in front of her, picked up a glass of whiskey, and exclaimed in surprise.

"This really is a big scene for me."

Mary's smile was a little bitter. She had a past unknown to others.

Eight years ago, her family was happy and complete, everything was in order. But due to an accident, she personally destroyed it all.

Mary still couldn't forget that day. It was an afternoon when she suddenly felt extremely unwell, with waves of sharp pain in her abdomen.

So she went into the bathroom and squatted on the toilet. Unexpectedly, she stayed there for over half an hour. Her parents, worried about her, pushed open the bathroom door. Who could have known that at that very moment, she awakened her superpower? At the same time, she discovered a pool of blood seeped out from below her.

Just as she tried to stop her mother from entering the bathroom, she accidentally triggered her superpower. A blade condensed from blood pierced her mother's throat, instantly causing her windpipe to break. The sudden commotion attracted her father's attention, but by then, Mary, seeing the blood all over the floor, had completely panicked. Immediately after, her father also fell into a pool of blood.

Later, the Police arrived at the Scene. Upon seeing the two corpses on the ground, they took her back to the Police Department.

But because she was still young and it was accidental manslaughter, the Police didn't know what to do for a while, so they sent her to a Supe rehabilitation center under Vought. Though called a rehabilitation center, it was more like an Orphanage, housing children who had been abandoned or had killed family members when they awakened their superpowers.

Mary lived there for eight years, but through her own efforts, she eventually got into Godolkin University.

"Here, have some alcohol, calm your nerves." Emma could tell Mary had a knot in her heart, but she didn't intend to pry. After all, everyone has their own privacy.

"Thanks." Mary took the glass but didn't drink.

"How's your show been lately?" Mary asked.

"Same as usual, maybe everyone's tired of it." Emma was a minor internet celebrity. She had a channel on YouTube called: Little Tiny Cricket.

The content of the channel was basically Little Emma fighting various insects and The Female, as well as some embarrassing moments after shrinking.

"How could that be? Your show is great, I've already subscribed."

"Oh please, don't comfort me. I'm just a funny little internet celebrity, I'm content with tens of thousands of fans." Although Emma said this, it was clear she cared a lot about her show.

"See that handsome guy over there?"

Emma motioned for Mary to look ahead. "That's the big shot at our university, Luke Riordan, nicknamed Golden Boy. He's number one on the campus ranking list and is called a hero seed guaranteed to join The Seven by the Media."

Hearing the word The Seven immediately triggered Mary's memory.

Two years ago, she had snuck out of the Vought rehabilitation center to participate in a tryouts called 'Little Superhero'. She still remembered the founder of the event was Vought International's Vice President, Mr. Jervis. It was said that if you were successfully selected, there was a high probability of becoming a successor to The Seven.

Unfortunately, this tryouts came to an abrupt end due to Ryan's accident.

Otherwise, maybe she would already be one of Vought's many superheroes. Too bad there are no 'what ifs'.

"Wait, something seems off about Golden Boy."

Emma suddenly saw Golden Boy clutching his head tightly. The Woman next to him seemed to be trying to comfort him.

"Do you think I should go over and ask about the situation, and maybe strike up a conversation?" Emma asked.

"If you want to go, just go." Mary had been living with Emma for a while and naturally knew her roommate's personality.

"You think I don't dare!"

Emma pretended to get up but quickly sat back down.

"Okay, I think now might not be the best time to go over. Holy crap!" As Emma was talking, her expression suddenly changed dramatically.

"Die!" Golden Boy, who had been sitting on the sofa, suddenly exploded in fury, his arms erupting in flames. He slammed his palm down, shattering the glass coffee table in front of him.

"Quiet, Golden Boy, relax."

Cate quickly reached out her hands, trying to cover Golden Boy's head.

"I... I think I remembered something? But... but I can't remember! Fuck!" Golden Boy's eyes gradually became bloodshot, and his entire being looked exceptionally ferocious!

(End of Chapter)