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It took three years before Danny Fenton thought to do something stupid.And that was to invite two of his enemies for a meeting of course they were strong as hell itself but they didn't get along at all so Danny was certain, that he wouldn't have to worry about them teaming up especially since they mellowed out.

"What do you want origin" as gruff as always but what do you expect from the guy who had his parents die twice.

"Yes Daniel what is it that you barged into my home for" polite as Vlad would always like to appear, but he still felt off there was no wit just pain.

"I want you both to make a deal with me" please don't make me explain.

"No" short and sweet.

"Sorry Dan but val and Sam are outside, and this whole place is wrapped in a ghost shield until I say otherwise" please don't test it.

"I suppose I have no choice as well" still pain but also intrigue good, making progress.

"You have a choice both of you do but if I need to explain why I will" please sa-

"Then explain" no getting away with this then.

"I want to fight pariah again gain the title perfectly no tools or army, close the portals leaving only the gods and mythic to play with the living and keep other realms beings out, we are all to strong for the living world and I don't want the GIW to gain any more power. But the deal I want to make is to allow both of you and Ellie to protect the living from the realms" please no more detail.

"Who's Ellie" right forgot that part.

"Ellie is my daughter in the sense she has my DNA ghostly and living".

"Ellie is also my daughter as I had brought her into existence same as I supposedly done to you".

"Yes Vlad you done very well doing nothing but using a machine".

"I'm surprised you could read instructions" thank the ancients Dan doesn't seem to care about Ellie existing, "why should we protect people it's not like we're you just rage and power" gesturing to both himself and Vlad.

"Well I'm pretty sure Vlad is closer to control and you're more vengea-"

"Vengeance are you serious I destroyed a planet I killed two supermen every atlantean and every Amazon alive where is the vengeance in that".

"Ok I guess you have a point, I wasn't meaning when we first met I was talking about now, since we swap being phantom so we can rest properly and stuff".note to self never do that again.

"Do we gain another man of steel"? Damn it Vlad.

"Maybe I'm not sure in my time I was older and caused more chaos and death, so it could've been before or after, maybe even during my "blight" as they called it".

"interesting".

"Oh no no you are not cloning superman don't make me up your restrictions".

"Don't worry Daniel I'm simply taking part in my child's life".

"Don't call me that" "that's a lie"

*knock knock*

"Ellie come in hun" this is why I took them to the study no windows to see out, but close to the door so I don't need to leave them alone.

"Hey dandy other dandy".

"Ellie this is the future me the one I told you about".

"Oooh your Dan nice to meet you" please don't.

*cough cough*

"Hello Vladimir".

"Ellie I did not raise you to be rude to your parents" thankfully Vlad tried to touch Ellie.

"Did you just try to shock me" please don't fight.

"Dan, Ellie has electric powers similar to your fire and my ice she has a habit of shocking people when they touch h-"

"Hey don't ruin my joy buzzer" aww she's pouting is that gills?

"Joy buzzer? What are you five"

"Only in human years" oh if looks could kill I'd be a full ghost.

"Is she our clone". A nod and now the look is pity mixed with annoyance but he is dealing with Ellie.

"Yep and your my brother on a technicality".

"Nope didn't agree to that or anything close to that".

"Ellie dear would you please stop using that technique on me I don't think my heart could take many more".

"Good" "good"

"See you both must be siblings you even respond to Vlad the same way". At least now they're both thinking about it Dan obviously more so than Ellie.

"Fine but I won't be your brother any other older MALE family I'll accept".

"Funcle".

"What"?

"You know funcle".

"Ellie hun funcle would normally mean fun uncle" and that's not what she's thinking.

"Ugh funcle is father uncle not fun uncle".

"Of course".

"Wow you really are his daughter that or your Sam and Vals" .

"I wish I was" .

"Why are both of you so mean to me. Must be a family thing".

"You don't need to convince me origin, but Ellie just call me uncle I am not being called funcle it sound so wrong".

"Ok" good now in the peace.

"Ellie I want you Dan and Vlad to protect the planet for a bit while I go do something ok?"

"Sure".

"Hun I'm sorry but I need it to be a deal a proper one same for Dan and Vlad".

"What's the rules for me".

"You will be limited to your human form and basic powers plus those your affinity grants you. Also you'll be saving the planet not just amity, not alone though".

"I'll be with you copy I guess I have the same rules".

"Yes but an added one of you aren't allowed to kill or damage anyone beyond repair".

"I suppose I have similar stipulations to my future child" with Ewwws from the kids Danny answered his god father.

"You have the strictest rules you will be granted full power but only when in amity, anywhere else you won't even be allowed to make your own fire or ecto everything else is the same, as Dans but ghost form is allowed".

"I see I accept"

"Good CLOCKWORK"

One flash of green and now everyone was standing in front of the being of time

"Yes young Daniel"

"You know why but fine I need you to make a contract with these three and before you ask what the conditions are just read my history of the last hour and you'll know"

"I would need all present to allow me to read their time as well"

"You already know my answer warden"

"I'll let you see my past but only of the last 60 minutes"

"I'm okay with it clocky"

"Very well" that face change isn't good "I will begin if you would give me, your hand and claim acceptance of the contract".and they went one by one until it was only Danny with time staring into his very existence.

"I know it's a bad idea but think of the freedom everyone will have and I'm fighting in a shield that's got the realms outside. You will all be safe even if I don't win but when I do win i can rest not in death but in life I can be free of unwilling ghosts trying to take the world I can have knights helping me and I ca-"

"If you think it wise to fight the tyrant very well however even in victory you will have no peace"

"Thank you please hold onto this it's my home I took a few classes from Sam and tucker and made a pocket dimension, it's not a very good one but it fits Fenton works" a pendent with a green and blue gem swirling within was given, to the now child who hid it behind his cloak that was slowly becoming more appropriate.

"It is perfect as it is your home I will keep it safe until we meet again even if our meeting will be beyond the abyss".

"Can I send a message to my kids and Vlad before I go"?

"Of course".

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It took nearly a full week before something happened.

"Uncle Dan can you stop hitting the disappointment and help me, deal with the boxes" Ellie said between breathes while getting hit by the dastardly lunch containers.

"Nope he's the only thing I can injure plus, box ghost is easy same with lunch box".

"But you told dandy that you'll help me protect everyone".

"Yeah and I'm doing that by beating this good for nothing, into the ground he's the reason we've got box one and two here".

"Seriously Vlad after making a deal to help dandy and you're not shutting off your portal"finally, Dan left Vlad alone but only so Ellie can gain an answer.

"Ellie my dear, you must understand that I will not remove my realms portal until Daniel is back in amity and safe, along with as much ectoplasm as needed to help heal all of us".

"How noble of you Plasmius".

"Yeah how noble Vlad".

"As much as you all dislike me, I can assure you that as soon as my godson is home and safe I will remove my portal permanently, and will only rely on my generator and my blood".

"Fine but at least install a shield, also clean my fists" without warning Vlad had his pristine white suit cover in the glowing now brown blood.

"Must you be so rough this will take days to clean properly".

"That's the point Plasmius".

"Ellie watch close".

"BEWA-" with a burst of crimson and three "light" punches from Dan box ghost was now falling from the sky.

"That literally taught me nothing".

"You must be the dumbest Fenton, the boxes are metal".

"Hey I never had school sorry, I've not seen a lunch box before today".with a few crackles and a clap of lightning, washing everything in a yellow hue lunch box was now falling.

"Good job clone now use the thermos"

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"Are you sure you wish to lose your life halfa why not join me and we can rule together".

"C'mon even a toddler could tell you're going to stab me in the back if I agree to join you Pariah, but if you need to make sure in your old age we're fighting and I'm ending you, then I'll sleep till I meet my family again".

"Last I recall your family was beyond the void".big mistake coffin breath.

"Don't dare bring up my blood family trust me I don't want to end you while annoyed that'll be too easy".

"That hubris will be your downfall"

And how wrong was Pariah.

In mortal years it took 1 month but in the realms, it took 3 years at least that was what Danny thought, after all between being in a fight with the previous strongest thing in existence, and the way time works it was hard to tell what time or even day it was.

The green glow dimmed slightly probably because the realms were mourning its king, that wasn't the only thing that happened when Pariah fell, the ring and crown floated towards danny waiting to be held both of the relics changed shape.

The ring of chaos with a skull changed to a simple chrome ring with a single shimmering diamond.

The crown of fire now seemed to be a crown of glass, accented with five gems and two gems larger then the rest sitting above where the eyes would be, each a different color from the dark orange on the left to the turquoise on the right.

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Week 3 Wednesday

"Jasmine if you wish to speak to me you will have to do so verbally I'm not a mind reader dear"

"Vlad where is he"

"Who dear I need specifics if you want me to fine someone"

"I don't want you to find someone almost, everyone I care about has told me where they are even Dan, so tell me where my baby brother is" ah those eyes vicious yet almost ready to bust into tears.

"I have promised Daniel that I would protect amity, while he is gone however that promise is towards amity citizens, even those who do not live within our borders which includes you I will not brake my prom-"

"What is Danny doing in the realms".

"Jasmine you must understand Daniel is protecting us from within the realms".

"Don't make me tell Dan I'm sure he'd enjoy spending time with you" a blunt threat, if only it wasn't being used on me I'd be so proud.

"Very well however I cannot allow you or any other human, to venture into the realms as you might get hurt by those with ill will towards our Daniel".

"Do you know if Danny is safe Vlad?" I suppose having my name spat is a privilege, after hiding Daniel's plan.

"I can feel that Daniel is in control of the threat he is dealing with" I must get more ties, if these children plan on using me as a human handkerchief.

"What threat is Danny facing that he's been gone, for two weeks" I will not correct you jasmine.

"Daniel is facing an old foe".

"Who?"

"That would be the part I'm not allowed to share".

"Do I need to call Dan".

"I'm afraid that I made a personal promise not to disclose anything".

"Vald I have spent so long dealing with you and your schemes, I can tell when you're lying"as clever as always jasmine.

"I see your wit hasn't failed you yet, however if I do disclose who Daniel is facing you must vow to never tell another mortal".

"Vlad enough with the fancy flourishes and just tell me what Danny is doing"

"Very well but please do keep calm"

===same day midnight===

"Jazz we aren't seriously going to brake into the CASTLE, just to use the ghost portal when I could just build one".

"Would take too long and apparently we "mortals won't be of any use in the realms"" wow.

"I mean can you blame vlad for thinking that seriously, us fight Pariah we couldn't even get close the first time".

"YOU KNEW" .

"Ellie told me Danny was busy so I asked Dan why, he told me on comms before he had to run something about a kraken and a seaman with a big fork".

"Why didn't you tell me".

"I thought you knew Danny might be dumb but I didn't think you would be left out".

"Neither did I" and the tears were back damn it Danny.

"C'mon jazz you know Danny loves you, he just wants to keep us safe now stop packing let's get Ellie, Val and Sam"

"No I have to go, I need to be there even if I don't help in the fight. I need to be there so I can bring Danny back".

"Fine but if you're going so am I and I'm asking Val and Sam".

"Asking me what""asking us what".

"Thanks Tuck but I already called them and told them to bring me a suit". There it was a hunter suit the pinnacle of ghost hunting, orange and turquoise just like Jack and Maddie's but the same make as Vals only difference is these ones aren't able to hide as easily.

"Figured you'd want backup but we brought one for Tuck so he can geek"

"Oh Im definitely joining now you two never let me mess with the suits"

"Yeah yeah, let's go before Dan or Ellie come back I told them I'd make jacks fudge when Danny gets back"

[6 hours later]

"So where are we going?"

"Well Vlad isn't here so we can't track in real time so I'm taking us to the next best option".

"And that would be someone in this forest".

"Two people in this forest techni-"

"We're going to see Wulf and Cujo they'll be able to sniff Danny out".

"Thank you Tucker I was getting to that".

"No problem anytime sam".

"WULF, CUJO" before the group could look around a green blur is seen knocking down jazz"there you are. We need help are you busy" two barks.

"What's that mean"

"It means yes. Red"

"Don't say it like that I don't deal with ghost dogs"

===same day===

Why's the shield acting up Pariah is down, no one should even be out here where is it coming from.

"CUJO! You cant come In bud there's two shields stopping you" what did it malfunction.

"I see you too bud I know it's been a bit but if you don't mind I kind of want a nap". Why is he "so quiet did Wulf do something."

Is that"mom and is dad skinny?"
Are they laughing at me why can't I.

"CLOCKWORK HELP" one flash there he was the old man, and a young man.

"Who's he" why are you.

"Young king welcome this is Michael he's here to help, that device you have is one produced by your friend in the not so distant future".

"What's it do?" why is the guy so anxious, wait "young king".

"Yes you are now high king of the infinite realms and the strongest existence known".

"Wow".

"Yes it truly is astounding, Pariah dark may have been a tyrant but no one alone, could fight and win against him not until now".

"Yeah" why is he so anxious seriously am I scary or something."did ending Pariah change me why does he look so unsettled".

"Yes he does look uncomfortable however, that is only because the you he is aware of is from the future".

"Please don't tell me I turn evil again". Oh guess not.

"No my young king you simply are changing before our eyes".

"What?".

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"Where did he go" jazz looks so tired

"Jazz I don't know no of us do not even Cujo and he was on Danny's lap". a sentence and now he's gone nothing it must be clockwork it's that only thing that makes sense .

"Clockwork took him". Sam let jazz rest

"Where".

"I don't know but he's the only ghost that could it's not like he vanished all our HUDs would show him".

"Sam you know well enough that if clockwork took Danny we have no way of getting him back before "we're allowed"".

"What's that mean" great this is why I stick to the human stuff.

"It means we can't see Danny until clockwork says so".

"Then show me where clockwork is".

"Cant if clockwork wants he can just freeze us in place or kick us out of the realms" three barks.

"Seriously, what's that one mean"

"Means something is wrong, I guess he means with Danny" why did he shout for help jazz was practically shouting.

"Yeah I thought the same he called me dad and said I was skinny" here I thought I gained some muscle.

"So you're in the right colors he's probably just tired and delusional, if it was me and Sam then we'd have a problem".

"Yeah but if he thought we were Jack and Maddie then he probably thinks he's gone gone"

"Cujo you talked to Danny did he say something". instead of barking Cujo ran for about 10 minutes.

"What's that mean".

"No clue""he's tired"

"Don't tell me you actually trained Cujo to do that".

"What do you think I'm crazy I didn't teach him I just have my translator on".

"Only you foley would have a translator for a dog".

"What no it's just a ghost translator it worked on Cujo day one ,you'd know that if you would just come to my lectures Samantha".

"Damn he pulled the teacher card you on".

"Tucker, Sam can you stop fighting and tell me whats wrong with my baby brother".

"Cujo said Danny is tired and he thought Wulf done something since he was being "quite"".

"But he wasn't?".

"You don't think he lost his hearing do you".

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"Hey what's up" "please tell me you didn't go alone" "seriously, Cujo doesn't count as backup" "one second, E come here you look like your going to freeze. Now tell me what happened".

Dan opened his cloak for Ellie to hide under while using his own body heat.

"you know this is why Vlad, wasn't going to tell you" "well sorry for being older and wiser" "if forever twenty one has origin, he's safe as can be after all he's the favorite".

"Uhh uncle Dan I think there's a guy watching us".

"That's just this city's stalkers. No we're fine just a hero looking at us not like the cult was dangerous either" "yes a cult what do you think we leave for, aliens and psychos can be done by the other "heros", can't trust fate with magic stuff Nabu is lazy as hell" "no we're safe not like they hurt us anyway" "fine, we'll be home in 12 you can count it if you want".

"Hmm". The Bat is so talkative.

"So traffic light what's up". Please say this isn't the chatty one.

"Call me Robin that's Batman, can you tell us what cult you're talking about".

"No, spoilers. But here you can investigate this" a purple fire sprouted a business card with an address on it.

"Neet trick what's the address to". Still a little detective.

"A lab you might want to check,E stop touching stuff on the bat".

"You ok sir. There isn't anyo-"

"Hey Hey I just wanted to see your little throwy things no need to try and choke me".

"You can go intangible and invisible". always stating the obvious.

"Wow are you a Martian". I wonder if they know each other this time if not this'll be a good hint.

"Wait I thought you knew her".

"He does".

"you're as talkative as Dan". Damn Bat.

"Eh you get used to it". Cute he's more relaxed this time.

"Yeah Dan doesn't speak much either, normally he just lets others do it".

"E you need to keep your name secret from this one he'll actually find us just based on name".

"I only look if you're a threat".

"What isn't a threat to you Bat you're just like Lex only difference is you don't act on the xenophobia". Hit a nerve with that, good.

"So if you're Dan who are you". Ellie don't say it.

"Cant say you heard the big guy". Good.

"Aww I thought I was getting a new friend" don't you dare fall for that.

"Call me E same as Dan does".

"Batman?". Must be asking if he can look us up.

"Your phantom". Guess he wasn't.

"You knew about me already. Why am I bothering to ask of course you did and her?"

"Elizabeth Masters your cousin".

"Did Vlad really give me his name, eww kill me again".

"You weren't dead in the first place Ellie"

"I know but still I'm called masters that should count"

"I'll give you tha-"

Did The Batman just crack a smile, and that's nightwings laugh must be Grayson.

"Okay okay we won't use your legal name Ellie what name do you want instead ?"

"Just Ellie is fine but I guess Ellie Fenton would be better, after all I'm more Danny's kid than Vlads". Always over sharing.

"Ok phantom do you want a new name ?"

"Just call me Dan that'll be less confusing".

"I think you might be late to your meeting it's been 10 minutes".

"Huh, oh I meant hours I normally do since a round world trip would be roughly 12 hours".

"Then you have time for an interview".

"Nope c'mon E triple time origin is in danger". If Ellie wasn't a ghost I'm pretty sure her neck would've snap from that.

"Bye Robin, bye Batman".

"Origin is fine I just wanted out of an interview with the worlds least sharing man".

"I know I heard your call, jazz didn't sound good". Yeah she didn't.

"You want to get her anything?"

"Nope I think being there would be better".

[ 3 hours later ]

"Jasmine would you please rest there is nothing we can do until clockwork allows it".

"And how will we know when Danny needs us or or what if he needs medicine or if we need to have food ready for him coming back or-", a load slam stopped jazz.

"Yo jazz we're here fill me in"

"Dan can you please comfort jasmine I need to change, it appears to be a Fenton trait to use my clothes as a handkerchief". Sniffles from Dan invited everyone to stare at him in silence.

"I'm so proud of you jazz you've grown up so much". Now Ellie was on the floor laughing, vlad looks like he wanted to die and jazz giggled bringing vlad to smile.

"And with that I'll take my leave". With a silent "thank you" to Dan vlad was no longer listening.

"So tell me what happened that you had to call me so many times".

"He won. But we think Danny lost his hearing we don't know what else happened".

"That'll be temporary at best, at worst he'll need a hearing aid knowing us, probably a translator too so his brain can focus".

"How do you know ?"

"I fought superman twice once with a sun suit, so the strength was double they kept trying to get rid of my hearing longest it was gone, maybe an hour".

"Jazz Dandy will be fine clocky will fix him up and keep him safe". Almost to emphasise the point Ellie walk to jazz and held her as tightly as possible.

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"So Bruce, who's Phantom ?"

"An early hero like me and superman".

"Think he'll join the league ".

"He has been recommended by Arthur, Diana, Dr fate and Captain Marvel. Giovanni said he's a true magician".

"So you'll ask him".

"He could give clark a challenge, I'll need to check how much he can be trusted but he'd be a good addition".

"Will we be visiting them ?"

"I'm not so certain their main foe is Plasmius but from my research, Plasmius would appear to be Phantoms god father Vladimir masters, Ellie's father".

"No wonder she didn't want to be called masters, I'd hate it too".

"Yes. I'm uncertain if Plasmius and Phantom are on good terms now or if they are still opposing each other".

"Tell me if you do I want to see what they look like normally instead of in costume".

"Of course. Now how about we go get some sleep I can see your shoulders sagging".

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"So you're saying I'm deaf, and I need to stay here until my body is done changing".

"I'm afraid so my king, unless you wish for your mortal friends to become mindless staring into your now eternal body".

"What does that mean and why isn't he reacting".

"Dark pariah limited his form in your fight, so that combat wouldn't be impossible it was a necessity, as without it you would be punching darkness incarnate which is not very effective for either of you".

"was it an unfair match".

"Yes however not due to Pariah being physical, it was unfair as you were so much stronger. As for why Michael is unaffected that is because I am shielding him with time"

"That doesn't make sense". I swear if I had a nickel for every time I saw that damned smile I'd be richer than vlad. "What am I changing into ?"

"Well that depends on you I can't tell you as if I do it will change the outcome".

"Thanks but can't you put me in the time bubble next time, and just up the speed a ton so I could do this part in a blink of an eye".there's the smile again.

"Not if we wish for the best outcome, you will be ready for your coronation in a months time under the most unideal conditions".

"Please tell me that it won't be public".

"All the rulers from across the realms will be present and will hand you a gift".

"And if I don't what their stuff".

"I'm afraid the presents you will attain will likely be more non-physical, as material presents will outlast you as of now".

"Does that mean I'm immortal".

"Yes however your human half will not be". Great I wonder if this death will be as painful.

"Could my family be there".

"That I'm afraid will depend on how you hold your body".

"Hold my body ?"

"Yes as you are aware my body is held through time, and that is why I appear as different forms to you, however to a fourth dimensional imp, I would appear as a single form".

"So since your time, things that you don't affect would be able to see you".

"Yes that would be correct however, that would be only in my case as time is a measurement those imps are in control of".

"So I need to what? control what dimension I'm allowed through".

"No you as king of all the realms, will be granted the privilege to see those higher and those lower than you, no matter your resting dimension".

"So holding my body means what".

"It simply means to hold your form in a way that will not surround those around you as that could be damaging to some and rude to others . It will differ depending on those around you as their power will differ".

"How do I practice that, you're the only one I know with any power and I guess Dan, Ellie and Vlad can't be here". Pity from time. I was right then.

"That is true, however I will bring some troublemakers from across time so you can practice".

"And if they get hurt".

"They can be repaired".

"So why can't my family be repaired".

"They could be, but they would need to forget you".

"Thank you". A quiet statement almost a whisper but clockwork nodded anyway.

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"BATMAN WHAT".

"Damn it jazz, quite will you".

"No batman is trying to threaten you and I wo-"

"It's not a threat. Not this time he wants me to join him".

"Really and how would you".cutting it short must've remembered.

"You just remembered I would've killed him didn't you".

"Sorry". from shouting to a whisper. "I didn't mean to make you think of it again"

"It's fine". "The Bat is being friendly, he doesn't know of my history he thinks me and origin are the same, his kid wants a friend so they'll probably come in the next week, maybe Dalv co could host a party and we can bring him out".

"Is that a smart idea we don't even know who to look for".

"No but if we invite his lover he'll come".

"And that's who exactly".

"I'll give you a hint he lives in Gotham".

"That doesn't help".

"He's rich".

"BATMAN IS DATING BRUCE WAYNE".

"Ellie you weren't meant to say it that was jazz's puzzle". At least I didn't reveal his ID.

"Wait seriously".

"Yep. How else do you think he gets all the toys".

"You sure".Vlad looks ready for an aneurism.

"Well the Wayne kids called him dad, before I killed him so I'd think so".

"You really have to stop mentioning your past if you want batman to be your friend". Not my friend, Ellie.

"Eh not like superman can hear us, Vlad has soundproofing that would make a black hole jealous. Technus will stop him hacking, especially since we're on our own system".

"Yes it was required as you all like to use my land to fight".

"It's called training. Ellie needs it"

"HEY".

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"Wizard what's wrong ?"

"The king is dead. Another has took his place."

"What king, who's king".

"Ours we must find a gift you cannot attend, you are too young".

"I don't have a king I have a president. Wait where are you going I thought you couldn't leave".Billy said running after the Wizard.

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Wayne manor was normally quiet, at least during school hours, but today was different.

"So when are we leaving".

"Soon Dick, I just need to make sure Lucius and Kate won't need me".

"Master Wayne you have a call from a Mr Queen". Alfred stated handing Bruce his league comm.

"What is it Arrow".Bruce answered in his usual gruff voice.

"Nothing Bruce no danger. I just don't know where "amity park" is. I can't find it on a map".

"League communicators are meant for league business".

"Then give me your number for normal business".

"I sent it to you. I'm guessing you were invited to the Master's party".

"Yeah it's the third time I've been invited, second time I've went though Vlad didn't really strike me as different from other rich guys, so didn't bother the other time". No wonder his reports are the shortest, always leaving out the important details.

"I see. Why were you invited".

"Wow Bruce. I know we don't have the best public history, but no need to put that into our work life".

"It's not that. It's just suspicious".

"How so, We are both rich and our company's are pretty active and link to Vlads in some way".

"I suppose, have you met with Phantom recently".

"You mean the guy Marvel keeps gushing about ? No I've not seen him, I think Barry has".

"Hmmm".

"Bat I can't read your face over the phone you need to use words".

"He thinks phantom knows something".

"Thanks Dick, Bruce what do you think the guy knows".

"That I don't know I'll need to wait until I see the others invited".

"You don't think he knows, right ?"

"Dick what do you mean".

"Phantom might know us, both identities". Don't say like I'm an idiot Bruce.

"How'd you figure".

"He seemed fond of Robin, and not so fond of me".

"Pretty sure that's normal".

"No, not in the same way as others, more anger and pain".

"Did you meet out costume or maybe you done something in costume".

"No as far as I'm aware phantom never left home till a month ago, now he's been round the world never resting, and hasn't even touched down in Gotham until recently".

"So in a month he hasn't rested, maybe he's just tired and wants it to stop, I know I've felt like that a few times".

"Maybe but I know what that looks like".

"You don't know how everyone reacts Bruce especially those you haven't met".

"Mr Wayne there is a reporter here to see you one Vicky vale". Alfred's words cut through Bruce's thoughts and concerns.

"Did she say why she was here".

"A question for the new Wayne technology branch I believe sir".

"I see, sorry Dick we'll have to leave a bit later".

"It's okay"

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"Why are you here Ares".

"Diana, you must be more polite to your guests you're betrothed, would be unpleased with such a rude first wife".

"I do not have a betrothed. And you have yet to answer me". Diana pulled a golden lasso from her bag.

"My my, you have grown bolder I am here with the will of the gods, to bring you as a present to the king. However you can fight back if you wish I would enjoy breaking you".

"I've beat you before Ares".

"Yes that would be correct however I had to limit myself, as I would've gain attention from others now I have the backing of Olympus I no longer need to". Ares brandished his blade unspilt blood already falling.

"I don't believe that all the gods shared your views".

"Normally that would be correct however, when a new king is crowned a fitting present must be given, one strong enough to satisfy, the king. So as you would be the strongest being, we have created you will be our gift".

"And if I do not wish to be gifted". The blade started to pour blood.

"I was sent for a reason princess. But I will allow you a week to prepare. I will be watching". Ares vanished without a sound the blood condensing into a red jewel which flew and attached itself onto Diana's brace.

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"Dan are you sure about this". Jazz wouldn't stop asking that question since the plan was made.

"Why. It's not like I can't act like origin".

"Yeah but if they meet Danny they'll know something is off".

"Jazz, I am Danny I've acted like him during school and on his birthday it's not like Ellie could or anyone else could. I just have to be convincing to people who don't know origin I'm not fooling you, sam, tucker or val. Just normal mortal souls that don't know about the split".

"I know but if superman comes like you said. Then he'll know".

"Superman already knows batman would have told him, and if he doesn't I just need a heartbeat and we'll be fine". I swear origin owes me for thi- DAMN IT CLOCKWORK damn note damn Danny.

"No payment this mess is yours not mine - Danny Fenton origin". Damn it all to hell.

"Wait Danny can see us".

Another note "yep sorry clockwork said I couldn't write till now - Danny Fenton the better".

"What's happening, can we see you, why now, are you safe, you aren't a prisoner are you".

Another "Jazz one at a time (heh). Clockwork is teaching me how to not hurt you my body is really big now and even looking at me is dangerous so he's helping. I don't know why now I just know clockwork is trying his best. Im safe the ring and crown are protecting me giving me ecto to heal. Im not a prisoner technically, I am allowed to leave I'll just hurt people weaker than me if I don't learn how not to".

"How'd you know what I was thinking origin".

"You're easy to read Dan - Danny Fenton the strongest".

"We know it's you sending the damn notes you don't need to sign them".

"I know - Danny Fenton the smartest.
p.s no you will not beat me Dan".

"You want to bet on that brat".

"Nope it would be unfair to you - Danny Fenton senior".

"I hope you run out of paper".

"Not possible Dan it's ecto and I'm in the realms so I've got a lot - Danny Fenton the smarter ".

"Enough Dan. Danny can you tell us what is happening".

"It's difficult to write but I'll try. Basically I'm king the ring and crown now obey me and help protect me, Clockwork said they'll do it until I'm able know what I shape (it's kind of like my affinity) and after that they'll test me to see if I'm worthy no idea what that means though. I'll have my coronation if I pass if not I don't know. I'm now immortal but that's only my ghost half. That's kind of all I know."

"Damn it clockwork".

"Yeah - Danny the wiser"..."Tell me what's going on with you guys I heard something about pretending to be me but clockwork only allowed me to listen to that part and now I'm real time watching - Danny the all seeing".

"Well I'll begin after you saw jazz". That'll be a good starting point for this mess.

"Wait Danny can you really hear us". Forgot they said he's deaf good catch jazz.

"Yeah. I got some stuff to help with that. Got a teacher for ASL and BSL don't know why I've got both but I do, apparently I'm cursing people out whenever I fidget".

"Hah nice" I'd do the same if I knew how.

"So you really are deaf".

"Yeah - Danny the all ear".

"Bit on the nose origin".

"Is clockwork allowing you to keep what's helping you"

"No he said that it won't be useful that's why I'm getting an ASL teacher - Danny the hilarious".

"What do you mean not useful".

"Not allowed to say - Danny the secret keeper".

"I think you know why Jazz".

"I do ?" What do you think your bf is doing.

"What is tucker doing".

"I don't know he just said it would be good to have".

"Leave it to tucker to get something that'll help me - Danny the grateful".

"Really ?"

"Yes jazz that's why he's been stuck in the lab".

"Oh".

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"No idea Oli".

"What, you said you saw him".

"I really don't remember him if I saw him it might've just been in passing".

"Barry you said word for word "Danny is a nice kid. Who seemed tired of his parents work" that doesn't sound like in passing".

"Sound like I met him cause his parents not because of him I'd count that as in passing".

"YOU WANTED TO ADOPT THE KID".

"Really ? Sound more like Bruce than me".

"You seriously don't remember any of that".

"Give me a minute. You said Fenton right".

"Yeah".

"Only thing I'm getting is the dr's Jack and Maddie Fenton. No kid came into my lab".

"What do you remember about the doctors".

"They were more crazy than Joker. Thought the Bat lost some rouges they were in bright jumpsuits and everything".

"Crazy how".

"Thought ghosts were real. They called me a coward cause I used gloves and goggles. They contradicted themselves constantly. I'm pretty sure they had an acid sprayer it looked like sci-fi junk but the acid actually had a color like out of a cartoon. Worst meeting I've had".

"And you didn't think to tell the league".

"I did".

"I'm looking for a Fenton in the database nothing is there".

"What I'm 100% sure I did".

"Well check your sent logs and tell me".

"Oh".

"What".

"I uh left it in drafts".

"Of course you did. Your lucky batman knew of the kid".

"Well if he knew why are you asking me".

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"Marvel what's wrong you don't usually call me". The man of steel asked.

"I need to find a present for someone and you're the best person to ask".

"Who is it ?" Marvel doesn't have family right?

"I don't know them but I've been told to find a present for a king".

"A king. I don't know what to get a king batman might be better to ask". Does marvel follow a monarchy.

"Yeah but he would ask a few too many questions".

"Just a few ?"

"Okay he'd ask a lot of questions". That's more accurate of Bruce.

"Okay. What do you know of this king".

"Like I said I don't know them but I've been told the present shouldn't be able to decompose and that is a coronation present"

"Them ?"

"Yeah apparently it's just a rank no gender attached".

"Hm that makes it a lot more challenging if we knew their gender we could've just guessed". Is it an alien kingdom. Has he been off world?

"Yeah I thought the same it's why I'm asking you"

"Yeah I see why you need a helping hand. You okay with bringing the others over to help".

"Yeah I'm fine with that".

"Ok I'll call a meeting and ask for the young hero's to join, they might be better help if this is a young king".

"Arthur are you free right now". "can Kaldur join I think he might be helpful". "that's great I'll see you soon".

"Barry and Wally are coming".

"Ok, Arthur and Kaldur are coming too".

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"So you're stuck with the notes to talk to us".

"Yep - Danny".

"And you're going to sign all of them".

"Nope"

"Good think I'd get sick of that soon"

"Dan thinks your building a thing to help me since I'm deaf now"

"Yeah, it's a challenge since we don't have any deaf ghost to try it on".

"Maybe Wulf would be good since he speaks in only Esperanto but doesn't understand English he could give feedback".

"DANNY YOU GENIUS".

"I try - Danny Fenton the genius".

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"Damn it clockwork. He's planned this you know". Dan spoke to the ether after a note from Danny showed up.

"Yeah but I'd be more surprised if he didn't. Keep an eye out for people disappearing at your party if the league has magic related people that'll be a tell". Another note two party's for two Danny's happing at the same time.

"Yeah yeah I know. Do you know what you're doing your side".

"Yep just need to walk to the end and take a seat".

"And your challenge from the crown and ring".

"It was more an interview I'm not actually allowed to say anymore had to make a deal".

"Tell me it wasn't a bad deal".

"Nope - Danny the deal maker"

"You know that's not a thing right. I'll tell Jazz your healthy, she'll want to know what time you'll be back"

"I'm not healthy".

"What. I thought that was why you were having a Coronation. What if someone try's something I'm not dealing with amity forever".

"No one will try, they couldn't take Pariah. - Danny the strongest ".

"Origin if they see you as weak they'll try doesn't matter if they know or not".

"I'm fine you worry like Jazz".

"Yeah well I don't want to be stuck in your mess more than I have to".

"Your mess I didn't throw a party for the justice league".

"Yeah but you have caused ghost escapes to go up by 30%".

"Really ?"

"They think cause Pariah isn't in the coffin the realms is more dangerous and the mortal realm is safer".

"Oh damn, sorry Dan".

"It's fine as long as you get that crown and make it so they stay in the realms".

"Aye aye captain".

"Very funny enjoy your crowning".

"Think that's something else".

"You know what I mean".

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"Seriously Bruce you called a JL meeting just so you can ask who's going to a party". The sentence came out almost as gibberish.

"I believe this party is a ploy to show that a hero known as Phantom is aware of our private and public identities".

"Well I'm not invited I've got to go help marvel with something". flash sped off before anyone cloud ask a question.

"Clark, Diana, Hal, j'onn, Arthur were any of you invited".

"I think so this arrived at the planet". Clark passed a letter to Bruce, signed by Fenton and Masters.

"It's not addressed to you". The name at the top of the letter was clearly Lois lane.

"Yeah one came for Jimmy and Perry. I don't think phantom knows my identity if you're correct".

"Phantom is Dan Fenton correct". Surprising statement since Arthur hasn't mentioned the either identity.

"Is Masters, Fentons god father". Hal as well.

"Yes you both are correct. How have you met".

Hal looked sheepish but Arthur started. "I have met phantom and his protégé while dealing with a beast. They stood between myself and the beast and unleashed the elements upon it and allowed me to gain the upper hand however. They called each other Dan and Ellie neither phantom or Danny". Interesting maybe they have a situation similar to Harvey Dent.

"I haven't met Phantom directly but his godfather Vlad Masters is quite the revolutionary when it comes to aircrafts and fuel. But I've met Danny during a few things Masters was attending haven't heard of Ellie but Danny was tired think he was still in school last I saw him".

"Diana, J'onn what about you two".

"I have not received any such letter".

"Diana ?". It's unusual how quite Diana has been normally she would be adding her ideas and opinions.

"No I haven't been invited to such an event".

"I see. Clark, Arthur are either of you aware if Captain marvel is in attendance".

"No Marvel has other plans".

"And those would be".

"A coronation of a king". Bizarre of Clark not to add more.

"Diana are you okay".

"Yes. Do you know the king Marvel is visiting". Directed to Clark.

"No. Apparently he doesn't even know them he just has to attend"

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"Wizard I'm back".

"Yes I can see that you've returned have you brought a gift for the king".

"Yeah, I didn't know what to get so I just got something rare, I know you said it shouldn't decompose but this is all I could get".

"I see, what is it".

"I had some help. Apparently it's a display of the system krypton was in before it you know. Went boom".

"Hmm". Is that good or bad Wizard."It will need to do". Thanks for the vote of confidence.

"Are you sure, you should be leaving for this and not me".

"Where I am going none who are living should go".

"Why".

"The infinite realms are home to all magical and mythical. The king resides in the centre of the realms a place where the dead live". An actual answer about time.

"So I can't go because I'm not dead ?"

"No. However if you wish to attend you must have your own magic and appear true". Back to riddles great.

"I have magic". Right?

"Yes the magic I have granted you, but that magic is not your own that is why your age differs when you use such magic".

"Cant you give me magic that'll be useful now". Billy gestured to himself.

"I'm afraid that gifting magic at a young age could ruin your body permanently".

"Cant you protect me in "the realms" so I can be myself".

"I could however you would need manners and clothes to suit".

"Fancy clothes or just normal clothes".

"Clothes without holes in them".

"Then how am I meant to get in them". I think even batman would be scared of that glare."I'm kidding I know what you mean give me a minute I'll try to find something".

"Very well"

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"Ares be sure not to damage Diana, just because Zeus said it was ok doesn't mean you should go out of your way to make it happen". Hera said to Zeus's warmongering son.

"Of course my queen. But I will not need to as I have attached a summoning stone to our dear Diana's bracer, so you and Aphrodite can prepare her for what is to come"

"I see". Must've been Athena's idea, Clever.

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"So am I ready Clockwork".

"Yes my king your metal state is ideal".

"What about the rest of me c'mon be honest".

"Of course, your outfit is befitting of a casual day out which is not appropriate, your hair and posture need straightening and of course you need an adviser without previous links to royalty. And of course that of your physical body is questionable".

"I asked you to be honest not to be brutal".

"I apologise my king". Sarcasm is still beyond him.

"You have clothes for me right ?" A bag? Oh it's one for a suit. "Always ready aren't you. What about an advisor I thought you were going to help me".

"You need to chose an advisor yourself I'm afraid".

"Okay any limits or rules I need to know for it".

"Only that they must not be from outwith your home realm and must be knowledgeable of our customs".

"So a human ?"

"No. I believe you have multiple birth places".

"The realms count ?"

"Of course you were reborn here were you not". That smile, it's a loophole that would only work with halfas. Well not Ellie but others would.

"And I can't get a recommendation of who". A small shake of his head." Well then I could only think of one person that'll be good will you summon him for me".

"That is why I remain who would you like summoned".

"The person with the most knowledge in the realms that I know. Can you summon ghost writer".

"Of course however I must depart when I do so, that my input is no longer included".

"Thank you for everything clockwork I'll see you at the castle". A nod guess I should've expected that.

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"Ellie you're not going we need everyone here".

"But what if dann-".

"DANny is here he's just getting dressed remember".

"Fine". Why does superman need super hearing.

"Ellie".

"Fine I won't leave your side but if I need to treat Vlad like the human he isn't then I'm going to throw up".

"Understandable. Now pick a dress".

"Why can't I just get a suit".

"Cause you and Danny aren't related but you'll look like twins if you both wear suits and we want Danny to be the stand out why'd you think we dyed all Vlad's suits so they wouldn't match".

"For the fun of it".

"A little but it's so he can't wash them and standout more than Danny".

"SAM, ELLIE WE GOT TO GO HURRY UP".

"You heard Val, now pick".

"Fine this one".

"Good choice" Sam threw the rest back into the closet." This one is basically a jumpsuit with a skirt". Sam showed Ellie the pockets and where the zip was.

"You know you could've made it simpler". "NO".

"Yes you need heels this is formal I'll be wearing heels same with Jazz and Val you won't be the only one".

"Nope don't care".

"Ellie".

"Nope".

"Don't make me bring Jazz into this".

"Do it I'm not wearing heels".

And a starring match began.

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"How's this Wizard". Billy held out the clothes in front of himself a black shirt with a pair of black pants.

"Hmm". . . . "Have this". A robe an actual robe. Wait is this the first thing he's given me.

"Why did you give me a robe". Seriously thought we're going to see a king.

"That robe was once mine it is appropriate clothing however you will wear your own clothes underneath".

"Then why does it matter if I had clothes with holes".

"It is a show of respect to wear unsoiled clothes to an event".

"Okay but why do I need to wear my clothes if you've given me this".

"That is because that robe will not cover you completely". Oh right makes sense.

"Once I'm dressed we'll leave right." He looks more Grimm than earlier.

"Yes". Oh how I wish for him to give longer answers.

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"Are you sure Bruce".

"Of course I am Oli have you seen it recently he must shine it plus the feel it's like a marble it's amazing". Translation "absolutely certain am I clear"

"Hah hah I'll leave Lex's head to you maybe he'll pay you to massage it if you ask nicely". Translation "fine but don't pressure him I don't want him turning evil".

"You really think he would". Translation . . . There isn't any he is just playing now.

...

"You must be Danny your godfather speaks the world of you".

"And the press speaks the world of you Mr Queen. Same could be said about your buddy's scandals a word that really shouldn't be pluralised".

"I see you've read about me". God I hate their public talk.

"Only to see who I was inviting after all its Vlad's party I just brought the guests".

"I don't think I was bought here". Bimbo Wayne how I hate you.

"Don't worry about Bruce he's not exactly the one running Wayne enterprises". A stage whisper, must be for reporters and so Bruce knows how to act after all arrow was silent even in his death.

"As I've heard Mr Queen you aren't exactly running Queen Industries". Now it's quite damn it.

"Well how could I when I keep getting invited out all the time I can't just say "no" that would be rude". And it started up again damn rich people.

"Ah Mr Queen, Mr Wayne I see you've met my young Daniel. He's quite the gem I must say so myself".

"Yes he's very outspoken. You must be proud of his achievements". Queens doing detective work that's unusual is the Martian near.

"I can't take full credit for his actions after all his parents research is what fuelled his endeavours I merely funded them". Origin never got funding liar.

"Of course I apologise for mentioning it after their passing". Arrow must've looked them up.

"Yes, it's a very sad story they were destined for great things, it's a shame their experiment went awry in such a gruesome way". I never did ask for the cover story.

"Yes it seemed they were". Sincerity and curiosity Wayne is definitely the Bat.

Nows a good time to escape. "Stop talking about them god you didn't even know them". Storming off is the way to go rage is easy after all. I wasn't going to disrespect them by fake crying just to get out of talking to the heros.

"I'm sorry Danny I didn't mea-"

"Please Oliver leave him, he's not been able to let it out in a while between school and work he's been far too busy".

"Okay Vlad but please tell Danny that I'm sorry".

"Of course my friend". Good work Vlad. . . I hate thinking that ew.

Now a microphone is in my face lovely.

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"So just walk to the end sit down and accept presents that's all".

"Yes however that is heavily simplified".

"Right. So what if I don't like the present what do I do". Please say I can return it.

"You must accept all presents however. when in private you may cherry pick which ones to keep".

"And the rest".

"Can be destroyed or placed in storage until it's needed".

"And the ones I don't want to destroy or store".

"I suppose they could be regifted ". . . "Or I guess you could return them to the place they originated however if it's been found that you've done that it could be counted as you favouring one place over another ".

"This is going to be a pain".

"I'm afraid so my king".

*knock knock*

"Expecting someone ghost writer".

"No my king I haven't had any visitors. Knowledge isn't exactly used in the realms".

"Guess so". Suppose I open it ghost writer isn't exactly a fighter after all.

"My king you really shouldn't in your condition". Got no choice.

"And you're a better fighter in yours". Guess he didn't realise.

Oh "hi fright knight, nightmare". And now they're both kneeling.

"My king, We have come to escort you through the realms towards your coronation". Of course you are.

"Fine let's get going ghost writer".

"Of course my king"

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"So get in walk up take a seat and I'm fine".

"Yes once you sit upon your throne all will see your form".

"And it won't hurt anyone".

"Yes".

"Then just accept presents no matter what".

"Yes. Once you have sat down all with gifts will come and present themselves and their gift you need only accept".

"And manners ?"

"You need only be grateful for their gift. Royalty in the realms have many different approaches to manners so your own will be forgiven. However if anyone does insult you with their gift or mannerisms then please do try to correct them in a polite way". Great even when I'm being insulted I need to be polite.

"And that's it".

"Yes".

"Nothing else".

"No my king".

"Nothing that'll surprise me".

"Not from my knowledge no".

"Ok. So just to double check it'll go me you then fright night and nightmare".

"Yes my king". Sorry ghost writer I just hate these things.

"Got it".

"Then shall we my king". Right forgot I had to open the doors.

"Yeah". I've never been intimidated by a door this much.

The hall is huge but not wide it's not tall it's deep? It feels like it goes forever but I can see the end. Pariah's army was lining the walkway. My army now I guess.I could see ember playing near the throne must be the loudest ghost they could find. No Clockwork in sight wonder where he is. Boxy? Didn't think he would care about this.

The throne it's glass? No it's more an aurora but like a rainbow. Guess I should sit.

"Is this the kid you've been talking about fate".

"Yes my sister. He is very charming".

"He is quite powerful".

"Yes dream has had some difficulties when challenging him".

"And has he seen the rest".

"No only myself and dream".

"I'm surprised I don't remember him he has passed me has he not".

"You didn't have time to take him not even you can predict the passing of an individual".

"Will you two be quite I want to met my nephew".

"We will be the last people our king mets today".

"Seriously fate you brought me here and I have to be last".

"Yes I apologise however he will need us last as a sign of familiarity and comfort".

"Fine but you owe me a story".

"Of course dear brother".

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"Yes miss Lane what can I do for you".

"I was wondering why after all these years of being outspoken about how against you are of military in amity why now of all times did you invite so many individuals with relations to the military". Damn it origin.

"Well that's because my godfather asked me too of course". That won't be enough will it.

"And after your disapproval of your godfather's business practices why now would you cooperate with him". Knew it.

"The army is very useful Ms Lane. But within amity all they do is cause more problems than necessary he have a hero after all".

"And that hero who is supposedly a "ghost hero" who always disappears when anyone else other than the local "hunters" appear". Damn she is good.

"I'm not sure what you're implying Ms Lane please simplify it for me". I need more info.

"What I'm implying is quite simple is your hero a fake. and are you using the hero act in order to be taking justice from the law and allowing your personal police force to work outside very public laws". Damn she's good I wonder if they're together in this timeline.

"Very interesting story Ms Lane. However you're forgetting the pictures we have of phantom even before we had his preferred name. And that the hunters came into affect after any of those pictures were took".

"Yes I suppose however the current hunter suits do look like phantoms suit especially the one known as black hunter whose name is restricted to amity parks hunter catalog".

"So what you're thinking is that black hunter is phantom just because they have the same suit".

"That is the question Mr Fenton".

"You're wrong".

"And if I'm not". Persistent.

"No "if" about it our hunters are picked from my high school if phantom was a hunter he would be known by most as being a hunter is a pride. Unlike red huntress the suits of current hunters are not connected to the wearer in any way other than bio security so we don't need to worry about suits being used for ill means. That also means no one other than our own can be a hunter. You also fail to mention that black hunter is actually black huntress and is registered as cis female on the public database also that phantom is registered as cis male and his suit has white accents while black huntress has blue accents". She looks more pleased than shocked. Damn it.

"You seem to have a personal connection with both phantom and the hunters". Damn it. Good plan I'll give her that. Seriously is she dating Kal-el yet or not.

"You would be too if you live in amity. As far as I understand most people are close to their city's hero".

"Yes. But most don't research their hero's gender identity or that of their hero's allies".

"Yes well when a bit of research could tell you who the hero is then I would believe everyone would". Now thats surprise. Good.

"Does that mean with a bit of research you could figure out other identities of hero's". There it is guess that's the Bat's question.

"Depends on what information is public but I suppose if I knew the hero well enough then I could".I can feel you listening Bat. Can almost hear your alarm bells too.

"Who do you think you know".

"Well everyone knows who superman is". Shock good.

"Really ?". Concern.

"Well yeah he's been quite public about it". Annoyance must be towards Clark.

"Really who". Tired? Must be directed at me.

"It's Kal-El of course he hasn't hidden it". Relief and exhaustion. So she does know his identity.

"Of course". This is more fun than I thought.

"Seriously how could he be anyone else I'd never help people around the world. then pretend to be someone else I would be to tired and could you imagine the sleep schedule".

"Yes. I couldn't imagine how he sleeps". She sounds manic. Damn I thought she'd be kept up a different way.

"If that is all Ms Lane I believe my cousin is wanting me".

"Of course". Relief again. She must want this finished.

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"Umm wizard". Billy asked as Captain Marvel.

"Yes. I see the issue as well however if you cast magic here it'll bring attention towards us and would be rude we must ask forgiveness when in front of the king". Ever since "the king" sat down Billy changed without thunder or lightning just changed. Now two creepy old guys were staring at him. Billy was just happy they were behind him.

"Are you sure I'll be let away with this can't I just go back".

"I'm afraid not. Leaving without giving a gift would be thought as rude as we have yet to be known as a group my gift and your own would be separate".

"But you didn't come with anything".

"Yes which would mean you or I would be at the kings mercy".

"But if we're both present he can choose who to punish so we have a choice in the matter".

"Exactly my disciple". That's the first time he call me that. Big ol softie.

The minutes came and went.

Why'd I get something so fancy if they can just give the king crap. "Wizard why are they handing the king random stuff". One of the old guys were laughing now it felt familiar. And he's answering weird.

"What they are handing the king is not random it is their power the poor fools must not have something worth value". Their power.

"Zeus is right my disciple". ZEUS LIKE THE ZEUS LIKE THE GOD.

"What does it mean though". I can ask later I don't want to insult them.

"Child. It means simply that they do not have anything they have created themselves other than their magic, so they gift that so that the king may absorb and convert that power to his own and from that our king will be stronger".

"Is that why he's changing".

"You are quite observant for a child". The other guy now. not Zeus.

"Yes I trained my disciple well".

"I can see that".

"Please ignore my son. It appears you are next". And the king is huge why. He didn't look that huge earlier.

"I am the wizard known as Mamaragan this is my disciple I apologise for his current form".

"No need to apologise". I think his voice is brown note deep.

And wizard is kneeling I should follow. "This is an object from my disciples birth realm, I have been told it will display the system of the planet krypton before its destruction". Now he's glowing is that good?

"Thank you for your gift". So not insulting at least but the glow hasn't dimmed maybe it's good.

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How did he get a krypton projector I couldn't even do that with Vlads money.

"My king I am Zeus my brothers and children brought you a gift". 15 people big party. Two v shapes the three leaders at the front the others behind except one who was in the middle of both.

"And that would be". Zeus moved allowing me to see a woman with a golden vail. Does that count as a dress?

"This is a creation of Olympus". Like Pandora was till you had her killed.

"My king". Damn it damn it damn it. Why did they think I'd want a person the vail was still there but still that was pure sadness. What is with people thinking living people are the best way to gain favour.

"You're giving me a person ?" Please say it's not so.

"No". Great. "I'm giving you the princess of Themyscira". Damn it. He's just like the myths. Do ancient Greeks not have consent.

"You are giving me a princess". One last chance.

"Yes. However I would understand if she is not to your taste". Damn Zeus.

Ghost writer how do I correct this politely. "And why do you think I would want a person"

"I'm sorry I don't understand what you mean".

"Why would I want a living person". Great misunderstood. Now there's a blade to the poor girl's neck.

"If you wish I could remedy that". WHY IS THERE ALREADY BLOOD.

"I apologise for my son he is learning to better control his bloodlust". Son. What son does that.

"What is her name". Good that seemed to calm him down.the goddess's? Seemed please too.

"Diana my king".

"Diana remove the vail". And now they seemed worried again.

"Of course my king". Why does that one look anxious.

"You".

"Yes my king". Wow is she anxious.

"What is your name".

"Aphrodite, my king".

"Is there something wrong Aphrodite".

"No my king". A lie.

"Zeus you have only introduced yourself. I would like to know the name of the one who chose my present".

"Of course my lord". Even he seems anxious now. "I will start with my brothers and then those behind me". He knows what's happening trying to distract me.

During the introductions each member greeted Danny and announced if they were for or against the idea.

They all understand now it seems. "If so many of you were against the idea why is it the one you choose".

"That is because we had no other present to gift". Another lie but from someone else appears they aren't willing to give up whose idea it was.

"Really do you not have a god in your pantheon which is related to wine and ecstasy".

"Yes however he was not present for such a meeting".

"You are their ruler are you not".

"Yes my king". They just keep trying to get out of this.

"So why not order him to attend".

"Dionysus is a free soul who doesn't listen to others even other rulers struggle".

"That does sound troublesome. So if you couldn't think of a gift that was not Diana. Why is it that you all seem to think it was a bad idea to gift her to me".

"That would be because of Diana's record with us we believed she would retaliate against us".

"Diana please speak what you think of this idea of you being gifted to me".

"Yes my king". she's kneeling.

"Stand to speak let me see you fully, without covering your face".

"Of course my king". Standing proud good. Even if that dress is short. "I believe I am not a worthy gift to one of your stature as I am but a banished princess with no kingdom to rule and no people to call my own". True statements until the last.

"You believed a banished princess was worth being a gift to me Olympians". This is more fun than I would've thought. "Diana you will stay here Olympians you will leave". Suppose I should address my adoring fans. "Let all those present know that I will not accept those with their own wills as gifts nor will I be pleasant to those trying to gift me such things".

Fright night escorted the Olympians away while nightmare lead Diana to a seat.bringing a blanket? Guess it's so she can cover herself.

"Great king of the realms I am Nabu". A human?

"And I am known as Klarion". Another human?

"Why are you both mortal".and everyone looks shocked good job Danny.

"That would be as we both have avatars within the mortal realm".

"I see I apologise for the rude comment". That explains it the scent? must've rubbed off on them.

"No need to apologise my king it was an innocent question". . "We have brought gems of our respective domains mine of order".

"And mine of chaos".

"They are very beautiful gemstones". A golden gem with lines within it. The other seemed peaceful but the colors didn't blend it would seem truly chaotic, if it wasn't for the fact each color appeared to take up the same space throughout the gem.

"Thank you my king". Two comments blended as one how ironic.

Why do I still feel a human.

"Ghost writer".

"Yes my king".

"Is there any more humans".

"Not as gifts my king".

"Then why do I feel two around".

"I am unsure my king".

The hall began to empty as there was still gifts to give it took many hours till Danny noticed.

"Fright night".

"Yes my king".

"There's two humans in the back one in a suit the other has a jacket am I correct".

"Yes it would appear you are correct".

"Keep an eye on both of them especially the one in a jacket he keeps fidgeting".

"I believe that is a sign of withdrawal".

"How do you know that".

"I have been researching humans while waiting for today so I can best help you my king".

"Of course you did". He looks so proud of himself. "Good job".

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"Mr Fenton. It is wonderful to see you again". Who is it now.

"Oh. Hello King Arthur it's pleasant to see you too". Why him of all people.

"Yes indeed would you mind a conversation in private". Finally someone just out right asks.

"Of course not. I hope the drinks and food is to your like I'm afraid Vlad only likes to appear royal his palette normally gives him away".

"Yes. The drinks are quite wonderful however I'm not quite the biggest fan of the cheese selection". Hah no one but Vlad is.

"My godfather does have quite extreme tastes doesn't he". Soundproof room good incase superman is about.

"Are you sure this room is safe. I don't believe your godfather would appreciate his study being used in this way".

"It's fine the soundproofing while keep some curious reporters from listening and it locks from the inside". That's a lie. The lock is broke in one way so it's unable to be opened by anyone else but a ghost.

*knock kno-*

"We're busy !"

"I'm afraid that's for me Dan". About time. And he's trying the door funny.

"I know Arthur that's why I chose this study".

"How does this door open".

"You need to be able to phase and have super strength".

"I see. A very wise choice". Flattering. But guess I should get the door.

"May I". Wow the whole league is here I was right to assume the aliens were here.

"Hello I believe we haven't met yet but my team speaks of you quite a bit".

"Boy Scout. Martian". . . "You really shouldn't try that". Why are they. Oh right I'm unknown. Sorry habit when dealing with mind powers.

"How often does that happen where it's a habit". Boy the flash is dull.

"Real question is how long has it been a habit". Good that confused him.

"So am I not allowed any of the pretty heros". Don't tell me Wonder Woman met origin that'll be difficult to explain.

"Enough. What do you know". No fun for Bat.

"About what ?" Let's see how much you're willing to give.

"About our identities". I knew lantern was dumb but not that dumb. Now he's getting the glare.

"I believe I have already told Ms Lane all I know". Is the Bat still smart.

"And we don't believe that's all you know". Guess he's told the others what I said that explains a lot.

"Martian is a shapeshifter how could I know anything about him".

"There is ways".

"Really would you mind sharing some ways. There is a ghost who likes changing form so we can't find her". The bats annoyed.

"Wait like actual ghosts like dead people brought back". Damn it flash isn't distracted.

"Those would be zombies. Ghosts are souls of the living after their death".

"What do you know". Back to the question.

"Do you want me to start with the who, what, why, where or when".

"Who".
"when".
"why".
"where".
"what?"

"Well it all started on the day I was born my parents said I had the making of a genus, and ever since I had their complete love and support when I said ghost were real they done all they could to prove it, and in doing so they discovered the formula for every living person, of course they didn't understand it but once I saw it I knew everything about everyone past, present and future that's when I figured out I was a hero and my whole life led to this moment ev-"

"Enough Lies".

"How do you know ?" "It's my story".

"And that's all it was a story".

"My parents did because of that formula and you would call it a lie". Now he's being judged good.

"C'mon bats the kids parents died cause of it". Gullible lantern.

"He's lying batman is right". Damn it blue boy.

"Really". Now they've got their eyes on me.

"Of course I was lying".

"Not cool dude".

"Quiet speedy you don't know my parents".

"How do you know our identities. Phantom".

"You know revealing mine doesn't mean anything right".

"I'm aware. those in amity know your identity".

"So you aren't a moron after all Clark"."Oh relax I haven't given your names out yet. I know all but the lanterns but that's just cause I can't see past that armour".

"Really you can't see my face".

"Yeah the lantern rings are really good against ghosts since we see emotions and that ring projects emotion like light. You're like a spotlight couldn't hide yourself if you try but you're blinding to look at".

"And the rest of us". Bat isn't letting up is he.

"I can feel you". "Grow up Barry. I can feel emotions and each of you have a different feel like from rage to jovial. As for how I know without meting you before. I need someone else's consent but I can't get that right now so you'll need to be happy with guessing".

"Who's consent".

"That's the million dollar question isn't it Clark".

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"Um wizard".

"Yes".

"Was the king happy with our gift".

"Yes it would appear that he was".

"Was the Zeus we met the same as the one I got my power from".

"Yes".

"Who was the other one".

"That would be Hephaestus".

"Who ?"

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"My king it is a pleasure to see you". About time Clockwork it's empty too great.

"Clockwork. I hate you so much right now"

"My apologies my king"

"Forgiven. For now. Who are these two".

"They are my brother and sister".

"Like how dream was".

"Exactly like dream is".

"I am Death". Death is pretty good to know.

"And I am Destruction it is nice to meet you nephew". Nephew?

"Clockwork want to explain".

"Yes my king. It appears my brother thinks of you as his nephew".

"I understand that much but I want the why".

"Because you exist because of my brother". Clockwork

"Explain Clockwork. In detail". Does he look defeated? oh I love that.

Chapter Text

"Dick you can't be serious".

"I'm telling you they know".

"How would they know".

"I don't know that but they know".

"Fine. But why are we following her".

"Not following. Just watching".

"Sure, that's why we've left the party".

"C'mon Roy where's your sense of adventure".

"Back in star city where I have a costume instead of a 3 piece suit".

"So you are Robin I have to give Dan more credit".

"Jesus. I thought you were ov-"

"I can be in two places at once".

"Yeah I can see that. Who are you".

"Im Ellie nice to meet you ?"

"Roy. It's nice to meet you too".

"How do you know me". What doesn't he remember ?

"You seen me on the roof with Dan is your memory ok Robin".

"Yeah it's just. I've been told in different lights I look different"

"My eyes must be better then".

"Umm Robin?"

"Yeah Roy".

"What does she mean".

"I can answer that. I met Robin while me and Dan were in Gotham. He was with his dad at the time".

"Thanks but do you mind if I speak to Robin alone".

"I guess not Dan will be here soon anyway".

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"So want to tell me what that's about".

"Everything she said is right. She just doesn't know my name is Dick".

"So we came here to watch people who even the Batman thinks knows our identity's And you forget to tell me that she knows your name".

"Not my real name".God damn it Dick.

"That isn't the thing that matters. what if she said it in public".

"You boys might want to find your guardians".

"And you are ?"why is he so big.

"Dan".

"Oh". Now it makes sense why Bruce thought this guy was a danger he's basically bane.

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"OF ALL THE RECKLESS STUPID THINGS YOU'VE DONE".

"Oli leave the kids alone amity is the safest place right now". Poor Roy.

"You don't even know us. You were a threat 20 minutes ago. Hell I still think you're a threat"

"Dan am I in trouble". Why'd you be in trouble Ellie.

"Why do you think that".

"Cause I left".

"Do you think that's why they're in trouble".

"Is it not".

"No they're in trouble because they followed someone potentially dangerous".

"Am I not dangerous".

"Not to me".

"Nor to me young one". Martian?

"Really". Ellie he doesn't know us that well.

"Don't listen to him Ellie he doesn't even know what we are".

"I do not need to". Would be cute if he wasn't so wrong.

"I'm almost certain your bat can tell you exactly how much danger you would be in even if just Ellie was your opponent".

"Yes however Ellie is a child with no will to hurt anyone here".

"Martian".

"Yes".

"You're my favorite now".

"Thank you very much Dan".

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"You can't just go off by yourself without a backup".

"Nothing went wrong".

"It doesn't matter if nothing happened this time one time you'll try this again and it'll blow up in your face". Damn it Roy I could've lost you.

"Well why would I need to care about that since you'll blow up instead".

"I wouldn't blow up if you would've just told me".

"Yes you would've. you always do. it's like you need to be there no matter what I do like I can't even fend for myself".

"I can't just leave you alone roy the last time I. I almost-"

"Almost what. Nothing happened you found me before anything could've happened".

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"C'mon Bruce you can't be that mad it's not like I didn't do as I was taught".

"What did you discover". He expected it. Of course Bruce did.

"She can duplicate I'm not sure how far it stretches. Or if it's a different persona or just a controlled consciousness. Also I think telepathy is part of their powers since no call was made but she knew when Dan would show up".

"Good work Robin".

"That reminds me Ellie believes that Robin is my name".

"And Roy". He didn't expect Roy then.

"She knows him as Roy not speedy".

"Understood".

"Your plan ?"

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"So destruction believes I think of you as a parental figure and you saw this but never corrected him. Even though I don't think of you as such". This is why I hate fancy talk.

"Yes my king".

"You were right fate I do like this child". Great death likes me.

"And seeing your face so upset has made me enjoy my nephew just as much". Great destruction too.

"Not your nephew. But thanks you both seem cool too".

"Niece it shall be then".

"Not that either".

"I thank you high king but must you stay busy with us when you have other business". At least death is civil.

"Suppose I shouldn't. Diana follow me".

"Yes my king".

"Ghost writer you are permitted to leave. Fright night please guard the gifts until my return make sure they are only added to". I really should've told them to find clothes for her.

"Of course my king". Great fright night is listening.

"I will take my leave my king". I really should find ghost writer a present for bothering him so much.

"Of course".

"Goodbye high king". Why is death the polite one.

"BYE NIECE". And destruction is the loud one.

"Farewell my king". Clockwork.

"Nightmare would you allow a rider other than fright night". A neigh with a nod. "Good, Diana please wrap yourself within the blanket I would not wish for you to be exposed beyond your own comfort".

"Of course my king". Really just a skirt.

"Please sit upon nightmare once you are ready". Wonder Woman can't fly right. How do I know she's Wonder Woman. "She will keep you from falling while we travel". Nows the best time to use Wulfs present.

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"Batman is everything okay".

"Captain Marvel everything is alright now".

"Do you need me".

"It is not necessary". Why can't he ever just say yes or no.

"Where".

"Amity park". Thats where phantom said he lives right.

"I'll be there in ten". Nothings wrong so why'd he call the whole league. Maybe mind control. Hopefully not Ellie or Dan they're too nice I'd feel bad hurting them.

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"Seriously your name is Dick".

"Yes Ellie like I've been saying for the last nine minutes".

"I thought masters was a bad name but Dick. is so much worse".

"Do you think she'll stop".

"I don't know Roy. But you'll both be gone before I hear the end of it". Why's this kid attaching himself to me.

"Damn sorry dude".

"Roy that means nothing to me I'll need to deal with her forever. I just hope I can learn to wipe her memory so I don't need to".

"You don't need to deal with Ellie forever just until she grows up"

"I'll let you in on a secret. There is only 3 people Ellie will know even with mind wipes. Me, phantom and Vlad. And all of us don't like dealing with Vlad".

"I thought you were Phantom".

"That's why I said it's a secret".

"Okay". Cute he's confused.

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"Yo, Batman I'm at the place are you sure this is the right one".

"What does it look like".

"A castle". Seriously why's it a castle. It just screams super villain.

"That's the location. superman will receive you".

"Hey marvel".

"What going on ?"

"Batman discovered a hero non league related knew everyone's identity".

"That's really bad right".

"Normally yes. But this one is a bit different we can't exactly stop the way they found out. But flash and lantern convinced us to throw a small party since we can't leave. Batman wants as many people as possible just incase they plan on revealing anything".

"And I was called cause I know people's identities and mine isn't known".

"Yeah sorry Marvel. I know you had other plans".

"Don't worry. I already finished my plans".

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"Bat stop staring at me". I'm glad he doesn't have laser eyes.

"Hey Dan long time no see".

"Captain Marvel it has been a bit". Wow he looks uncomfortable with hugs.

"What are you doing here". Thought he was magic. Is origin done then.

"I was told a hero knew identities of others so I had to come for backup".

"You know that hero is me right ?"

"I figured since everyone was being cautious around you".

"Do you want to know ?"

"Nope. you're a good guy. I know I can trust you with mine".

"See Bat even the captain knows I'm trustworthy". No response just a glare. Classic.

"D . ." What.

"Da ." Who's shouting me.

"DAN". Damn it origin.

"THE HELL ORIGIN. HOW LONG DID YOU HAVE THAT". That damn ripping sound I thought the Fenton portal was bad. But at least that didn't trap you between the vail.

"Sorry Dan". The hell.

"The hell is wrong with you origin. What made you think those claws would be easy to use". Gloves with claws. One from each of Wulfs clan.

"DANNY". Ellie meteorite to the chest. Deserved.

"Ellie hun. Please get off me. I think I just tore my core in two".

"IM GETTING A SIBLING".

"No hun I'm just in pain".

"Origin here". Good thing I've kept the thermos on me.

"I'm not getting souped".

"It's the other side. Drink some ecto". Idiot.

"Oh right thanks. Mind talking care of this". How in all that's holy did he bring THE DAMNED PRINCESS THROUGH A TEAR IN REALITY.

"Princess Diana pleasure to see you again I see you've met the biggest idiot within all realms". Shock. She knows he's the king then.

"IM GOING TO BE RELATED TO THE WONDER WOMAN". Still on the sibling thing huh.

"No hun. I'm just sore".

"Ellie leave origin alone". He's lucky I'm here. "He's got birthing pains". As if I'd help you moron.

"REALLY".

"Dan I'm going to kill you".

"You're too late". Hm. "Clockwork thank you. Here Diana". So he's willing to pass a heros costume through time. Guess he was willing to give origin Tuckers hearing aid.

"Thank you phantom". As graceful as a princess should be. Unlike our king.

"Uh Dan why is the entire justice league here".

"He wasn't good at hiding he knew their identities".

"Thank you Ellie. Dan my less intelligent self, WHY COULDN'T YOU JUST FORGET".

"OH DONT GET ME STARTED ON BEING A BAD ACTER MR INVISOBILL".

"WE BOTH DONE THAT. I DIDNT INVITE THE JUSTICE LEAGUE TO VLADS HOME WHILE IN COSTUME".

"THEY CHANGED AFTER".

"LIKE THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE".

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"Should we step in".

"No". Guess your plan isn't working Bruce. But we're getting info.

"I thought Perry was bad"

"Yeah. but I think this is normal between siblings".

"WE'RE NOT RELATED".
"WE'RE NOT SIBLINGS".

"Good job flash now they're both more annoyed".

"You know I didn't mean to do that Hal".

"You think if I get between them the light will distract them".

"You can try it but I'm pretty sure that the sound will keep going".

"I can soundproof it".

"I'd say go for it".

"Lantern don't".

"Geez fine Bat. But are you sure you want them to keep going arguments like this normally go for a while".

"They aren't aware of the information that they're giving us".

"I think you mean giving you. I'm barely listening".

"DANDY, DAN".

"WHAT". "WHAT".

"Oh Ellie I'm sorry hun I didn't mean to shout at you".

"Damn it Ellie why'd you make me shout at you".

"Are you both done".

"Yes, I'm so sorry Ellie".

"Only if he is". Didn't know others had the Batglare. But does it count when it's coming from a guy who tore reality a new one.

"Will you both relax you're scaring the heros".

"Sorry hun".
"If they're scared of us they shouldn't be heros".

"Hey phantom. Who is this". Right we didn't get an explanation.

"This is the first Danny Fenton, I'm the second, she's the third".

"Thanks but that didn't explain anything".

"Origin you explain it".

"Sure, Ellie you okay if I tell your part". A nod good. "Ellie is my daughter. Vlad my godfather. cloned me with various results Ellie was the only one that made it". Troubling. "Dan is similar but also different. Dan is from a possible future when I lost everything I cared about and was in so much pain I asked my godfather to remove my humanity. He turned evil when he absorbed Vlads soul into him. We've recently in the last few years allowed him out for good. We swapped every month between public and hero life allowing us to relax and heal or you know do school work".

"And you were all okay with it".

"Yeah". Ellie's.
"Nothing up with it". Dan's.

"I love them both even if they're different from me. After all it's not like anything good happened to them so if I can be that one good thing why wouldn't I be. That's what a hero is meant to be isn't it ?" A question to stump the hero's own judgment. "Don't worry about Vlad getting justice we've already done it. Privately of course".

"So Lois' question about taking the law into your own hands ?"

"What ?".

"That was me Robin. Normally that would've been origin but we've had some stuff happen recently so I've took over these last couple months". So the phantom everyone met was Dan.

"So we've all met you and not the original phantom". Why does Aquaman seem more pleased by that.

"Yeah sorry. But it had to be done cthulhu didn't want to leave".

"That guy was here".so both phantoms know who the other faced.

"Yeah, but don't worry Dandy we gave him a stern talking too".

"We fried him".

"Do they know our powers".

"Not past what you allowed". Allowed?

"Did you have to go past them".

"Nope".
"once".

"Dan". So they're like father and son.

"Ellie went past her limits. I didn't go past mine". Another glare this guy is like Bruce light.

"He did". God I'm glad I don't have siblings.

"Thanks hun, but you both need to tell me so I can fix you".

"Fix ?" Even Bruce isn't hiding his curiosity now.

"Yep if they broke a rule they had more restrictions so it wouldn't repeat. I left a loophole just in case". Why are the giving him their hands.

"Damn it origin you could've been more gentle".

"It was fine to me".

"Karma Dan".

"What was that". Hal's even joining in.

"They broke a contract with me so I used ecto to fix the contract".

"Ecto ?" Barry too.

"Yep".

"That was a question origin".

"Did you not tell them anything".

"Nope".

"Ecto is what makes a ghost. It's also what makes magic. It's the bridge between the mortal realm and the infinite realms which is where all ghosts, gods and demons exist".

"And you expect me to believe that". Flash always the scientist in a world full of unscientific things.

"Don't really care if you do. The younger me would've given you my parents research. But I'm almost certain you'd try and make a ghost portal".

"And if we promise we won't".

"Marvel I let you off earlier appearing like that in front of me because I knew it was your hero form. But don't think I'm a fool who'll believe in the word of people I don't know". Hero form?

"You can make a contract". Dan likes marvel from the sound of it.

"Dan, I love you but I'm not making a deal with the heros about Fenton tech".

"What do mean phantom".

"Call me Danny it'll be less confusing. But what I mean is that I'm the high king you met with Mamaragan". Who?

"YOU WERE THE FOG MONSTER".

"That's how you saw me ?"

"What does he mean origin".

"I'm guessing it's because the throne showed my true form. Diana what did I look like to you".

"You appeared as the dawn mist".

"So my form is without shape ?"

"Sounds like it origin".

"You both met phantom before". A nod from both.

"You're wrong Bat. Origin never met either hero that was me. And before you think it I didn't mention them to origin and I never sent them to him either".

"Dan is right Batman. I wasn't even meant to be seeing the high king that was Mamaragan's job but I bugged him to bring me". Who is Mamaragan?

"And I was summoned by the gods as gift to the high king". That turned heads.

"Diana why didn't you tell us". Clarks upset.

"I am sorry for not sharing. However none other than the high king himself could help me as all the gods found me to be a favourable gift".

"Still we could've been there with you. Pled your case with you".

"And it would not have changed the outcome. I would have been brought myself. While you would all be injured".

"She's right superman. The Olympians wouldn't have brought you and there was no case to plea. There would also be no way for anyone here to be in the realms only five people can open the realms".

"And those are". Bruce.

"Myself, Vlad cause of his portal, Nabu or Dr Fate as you know him the other two I don't know".

"Can you describe them".

"You're persistent batman. But fine, one has black hair, blue eyes and a tuxedo. The other was blonde, wore a brown jacket and had golden eyes".

"They won't be too hidden then". That's naive of you Clark.

"You'd think that. But if they can cross into the realm of the mythic and the dead just to see me get a crown, then they'll be able to hide". . . "If you're all done I need to see the rest of my family".

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"Danny ?" All the same question.

"Yep I'm back from the dead. Again".

"Dan ?"

"With the heros".

"Ellie ?"

"Same as Dan. Now am I getting a hug or are you all going to keep ignoring me". . . "Gentle please him in a little pain". Every thermos is in my face now. "Dan already gave me his".

"Not good enough have more". Always the worrier, jazz.

"Yeah have sone more". Tucker always doubling down.

"I missed you all too". "Think I can get food and not ecto".

"Nasty burger ?"

"Please". I know it's not "real food" but I've been craving it.

"Fine. But starting tomorrow real food". Thank you Jazzy.

"Yes ma'am". . . "Owowowow sorry sorry sorry". Tight squeeze.

"HEY. You're having a cuddle pile without me". . ."you better not be squishing my little sister". Thanks Ellie now they look worried.

"She's not getting a sister OR brother it's j-"

"TWINS". Ow my ears. Why did they all shout it.

"No". . . "I opened a way into the realms like how Wulf does it hurts like hell my core feels like it's splitting. No child is being born from me". . . "Tuck I think the hearing aid is broke you've all went quiet".

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"So you are royalty phantom".

"Call me Dan. It'll be less confusing when origin is present. But no I'm not royalty it's a title won not one that's given so I couldn't be royal if I wanted too".

"But your father is a king even if he must win the title of king, that would still make you a prince".

"Maybe in living terms sure. But in the realms there isn't a crown prince or even a queen just a high king other domains might have both but the realms as a whole doesn't have a high queen or anything like that".

"How is the title won".

"You never understand privacy do you Bat". That damn glare. "Fine it's won through combat. Danny killed the last king and won the crown and ring through that". . "The last guy was a tyrantc literally pillaged and killed millions took beings that existed since creation teaming up to lock the guy away, they couldn't even kill him just shoved him in a coffin and locked it".

"That doesn't make it right".

"Seriously. You'd let someone that killed UNIVERSES. Whenever he can be allowed to exist. I cant tell if you stupid or just naive". What the. "ELLIE ! What's going on".

"Somethings wrong with the shield. The feedback isn't keeping it stable".

"Vlads portal ?"

"Red and black are opening it".

"The sensors ?"

"Tech is checking it and jazz is getting reports from tech-2".

"You ? Origin ?"

"Dandy is checking pillar 2. I'm going to pillar 1. once I'm done telling you to get pillar 3".

"Anything we can do". Good kid marvel.

"No stay in amity. if worse comes you might need to flee before GIW shows up they'll say you're possessed and a danger to humanity".

"Are you sure".

"Yes blue I'm certain. Just stay here".

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Superman was repeating everything said between the Fentons.

"Pillar one is looking secure. The feedback loop is slowly growing as it should. No force from outside. No GIW outside". Ellie sounds passive.

"Pillar three is secure. Feedback growing but no deficit. GIW appear to be closer than yesterday but no force. More agents, I think pillar ones agents came around here. Might need to check with white 1 and 2. Think I can see some hidden but not GIW best up the security tech 2". Dan sounds tired.

No response from the "origin".

"Danny ?"

"Dandy's hearing aid is broke. He's waiting till wer-"

"Is it fine now". . . "I'll take the silence as a yes". . "Everything seems fine, no GIW pressure about a dozen agents, the agents seem to be camping out don't know if that's normal. The circuits seem fine feedback is keeping up. I'm going to check the chandelier".

"Dan, Ellie go make sure Danny is okay. I don't want him losing his hand from it again". Must be "jazz".

"On it". Both said the same.

"Danny wait".

"AHHHH". That was heard even by non supers.

"That's why I told you to wait". . "Right you can't hear me". ."tech how's it coming along with the shield and the hearing aid".

"Both are being worked on. Whatever Danny done to the chandelier lifted the pressure on the shield but the readings are still climbing". A mans voice not someone I've met.

"What Danny done was be an idiot and stuck his hand in it". Phant- Dans voice filled with pity. "I don't know sign tech. I can't check what he's done".

"Ellie you good for a drop off". The man again.

"I'm the fastest so I've got time".

"Why didn't they ask me".

"Flash they don't even know we're listening". And I feel guilty doing it.

"Yeah but st-"

"Flash quiet. Superman continue". Guess Bruce was getting curious.

"One delivery of a Fenton hearing aid for a Daniel Fenton".

"Ellie he can't hear you".

"I'm guessing Jazz sent you".

"Yeah origin she thought you'd lose your hand again. She was right".

"Yeah but I had to test the ecto purity".

"We've got tools for that".

"And that would've took to long".

"Nope. I could've brought them here in a few seconds".

"Ellie I've seen you fly they would've been broken".

"Hey. I've got better".

"She has origin".

"Oh, sorry hun. But I've figured it out, the purity is 98% and I looked at the circuits before and they seemed fine might've fried them by touching it though".

"Of course you did. And of course it did".

"Sorry tuck".

"Tuck, the idiot says sorry he might've fried the circuits in the chandelier".

"It's fine we've added failsafes while you all left amity". Tuck is tech haven't got a second name. Dan is repeating it back to Danny.

"I think I might know my form now ?"

"And that is ?"

"Can't say we've got eavesdroppers".

"Damn it blue".

"Wait superman was listening".

"I will encrypt the logs again". Another man older than before.

"Thanks tech 2 but that won't work. The Boy Scout has super hearing our shield would've kept him from hearing us before, but since he's in now nothing will help". Wait I couldn't hear them before?

"Very well anomaly". Is that an insult.

"What have I told you about using that name tech 2".

"Yes well you call me by a less than flattering name".

"Dan, tech 2 please no fighting over comms. Tech 2 don't call Dan an anomaly he's the only reason you're allowed to stay in our realms". . . "Good, ghosts I need you all to pass into Fenton works the readings aren't the clearest with you three about".

"Fine". "Okay". "Got it tuck".

"Tucker Foley I assume is the man called tuck. Jasmine Fenton appears to be the Jazz referenced the others I haven't found yet". Past midnight and Bruce is still just as attentive.

"I would assume that tech 2 is a ghost as phantom allows them into this realm". Diana too.

"Are you all really just ignoring the fact the guy GOT HIS HAND BLASTED OFF". Barry focusing on the person rather than their friends.

"It seems that it occurred before".

"Seriously Bat a guy lost his hand and all you can think about is how many times it happened".

"Neither hand was a prosthetic which means they can most likely regenerate". Now Hal is getting the glare.

"You don't really think he'd lose his hand twice in that way. It sounds painful". I'm still healing from the scream. If only it was morning.

"Captain is right you don't think he would actually do that twice". Please say no Bruce.

"Neither hand appeared as a prosthetic. It would also seem that he has done similar such things before. So I would be lead to believe it to be true".

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"Hey Danny what hell is this". Fenton works was a mess it always was but this. This is clean almost surgical empty but not like anything was missing. It was like a clinic, just empty enough so people can move freely but enough stuff to be comfortable while you wait.

"Have you not been in here since I left". Of course we haven't no one other than a Fenton goes in Fenton works. Jazz never even went in and she IS a Fenton.

"No it's your house".

"No it's our house". Why does he sound confused.

"No it's yours. You know no one comes in here". Even when I was you I never went in without Jack or Maddie.

"I thought that was only strangers". . "But why didn't you two".

"Cause it's yours. It's not mine to live in". Why does he look more upset. We've always said it's his.

"Why do you think I asked you before any change was made ?"

"Didn't you want an outside opinion".

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"Tech 1, tech 2 everything clear ?"

"Yeah getting clear results. Vlads portal isn't giving any interference. It looks like the shield was being pushed from the inside and the outside". What?

"Tech 2 ?"

"It would appear all ectoplasm on earth is being drawn to amity while all ectoplasm within amity is being repelled away from amity. The source is not apparent as of yet however the amity chandelier is not condensing said ectoplasm to reinforce the amity shield".

"That shouldn't be possible. All ecto should be getting converted. Tech 2 could you direct you sensors to outer space while I check if the ecto is being redistributed".

"I do not see how that would be of use but very well". Suppose I should ask.

"Tuck, what's your plan".

"I think, Amity is being treated like a ecto pole, kinda like the North and South Pole with magnets. I'm not sure but that's the working theory".

"I'm guessing a theory is all we have".

"Yeah sorry Jazz, I promise to get this figured out so Danny can spend time outside Fenton works but for now all four ghosts need to stay in lockdown".

"It's fine I'll just need to go to Fenton works". Again. We need to make more places that can hide ecto.

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"So let me get this straight. You turned your house into a damned medical chamber so you could heal after pariah and didn't think to tell anyone".

"I did tell you guys".

"When ?" Seriously when ?

"I asked if you guys would be okay with me moving your rooms around so I could get the vat in. your bathrooms are way smaller now same with your rooms but you still have a wardrobe and bed. I think Jazz and Ellie's rooms had the worst treatment". A small aww from Ellie. "Sorry hun but now you've got a kitchenette and your own living room".

"It's okay Dandy".

"I guess I'm still basement".

"Yeah sorry I couldn't move yours. I wanted to but I couldn't".

"Couldn't or didn't". Why am I annoyed.

"Couldn't. I couldn't fit the vat. Ellie and Jazz just have a hatch in their floor now. I made a condenser the size of the portal so the vat will stay full had to make it accessible from everywhere. You can see from here that the floor my room was on, is removed only thing left is the stairs. Mom and dads room hasn't had anything done to it so if you want to make some space there or even just take their room that's okay". You'd let me have their room.

"Really ?" Why?

"Yeah of course". But why?

"Dandy ?"

"Yeah hun".

"Why did you make such a big vat of ecto".

"Cause I didn't think I was able to be in the realms since my human half will need food".

"Oh".

"Yeah. I kinda thought it would be best to stay here to heal rather than the realms. I didn't think clockwork would intervene and give me food in the realms".

*knock knock*

"Hey Danny you here"

"Yep just showing Dan and Ellie around".

"What happened ?"

"What do you mean".

"What happened to Fenton works".

"You haven't been here recently".

"No. You know it reminds me too much of them". Yeah thats why Ellie avoids it too.

"I'm sorry Jazz. I forgot. I thought you would've came here when Dan was filling in or when I was gone".

"You don't need to be sorry. It's my fault for avoiding them". We all did. All except Vlad and you, origin.

"Jazz you don't need to apologise we all avoided this place".

"You all did ?"

"Yeah. Sorry origin but I couldn't face them".

"Sorry Dandy".

"None of need to be sorry. I didn't know everyone hated Fenton works".

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"Superman ?"

"Still nothing Batman. I cant even hear tech 1 or 2".

"I'm sorry guys but I need to leave, Fawcett has been alone for awhile".

"Same. Central is probably needing me". Slowly everyone said something similar.

"Alright you are all dismissed".

"Batman, I could stay within amity however my duties to the league will be hindered".

"If you are willing to stay in amity I will find another to fill in for overwatch duty".

Chapter Text

"Why are you still here".

"That is because I am curious, I also do not care for a city of my own".

"And your friends had to go back to theirs".

"That would be correct".

"And you feel safe enough to stay here ?"

"Yes".

"What are you going to do".

"I do not follow".

"Well we have heros". They pointed to themself. "So it's not like you need to be here".

"Yes. That is apparent however I will stay within amity as a league associate, and to help where needed".

"And if we don't want you here". Black huntress sounds more aggressive than her counterpart.

"Then I will stay. But I will not interfere until I deem it necessary".

"Don't try reading anyone's mind. Most of amity can tell when you do some might even hurt to read". Why does this child feel so hateful.

"I see, I will keep to myself then".

"That'll be for the best. Here". A red remote with three buttons. "That'll call the nearest hunter. The big red one will call me".

"And the other". Red huntress much more passive, speculative rather than hate.

"Ghost alert. But that'll just let us know if tech is needed. You won't need to use it tonight".

"May I ask why that would be".

"We've already got three teams for ghost watch got dayshift teams ready too".

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"Hey technus, you getting anything".

"Yes. However it is not outside of average parameters. Compared to last year's report the current influx of ectoplasm is larger but not by a significant amount as of yet".

"Keep the sensors pointing out. Give me a report if it rises. Once it starts falling back to last years then you can point in".

"Understood".

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"What's wrong superman". It's morning and clark was still in the watchtower.

"The GIW. I can't find anything on them".

"They aren't an official branch. They are members of our evacuation team".

"Bruce please explain". He sounds desperate.

"Recently members of our evacuation team have been led to believe that all things magical are evil in nature. They however were not the first that believed such a thing and from their growing numbers they will also not be the last". Holograms showed everything batman was saying and more.

"Lex! He started this".

"Yes however that is only because he funds their organisation. Their weapons however". . . "Masters did create and sell".

"Why would he. I thought he knew the Fentons".

"He does. But previously he was against the first phantom, which leads me to believe the reason is to keep up appearances". More holograms. "As you can see this is the rate of stocks placed into Dalv co. These are specifically towards his "ghost weapons" which seem to be the only weapons capable of damaging phantom and Plasmius, but over the last few years the funding into such weapons has only been by GIW operatives. Previous funding has instead been distributed among other business practices owned by Vlad masters".

"Those are medical, environmental, educational and technology based businesses. I thought Vlad only had military ties".

"He did. This is the date he stopped producing weapons both ghost and military".

"That's the same date the Fentons died".

"Correct. It would appear Masters believes these are the cause of the Fentons death".

"Then why still sell and repair the weapons".

"That I'm still trying to figuring out".

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"I need to leave amity".

"Danny what do you mean ? You haven't even been here a full day".

"I think I'm the reason for the shield being messed with my true form is without shape, so I think the ecto in amity is being forced out since it's trying to make room for my ecto, the outside ecto I'm not sure about. But I think it sees me as trapped so it's trying to break the shield so I can escape".

"What about Pariah". Good question Jazz.

"I think he was trapped for good because that was still in the realms, or because it was done magically".

"And you?"

"No idea but if it's amity or me I'd choose me". Of course you would. Idiot.

"And us ?" The moron doesn't think that far ahead.

"We've got the summoning stones and the door will always open to Fenton works. I've got the amulet that'll bring me here".

"You're forgetting about the Ghost Inept Warriors".

"How long". What. "Dan how long did it take for you to come up with that".

"Uhhh".

"Since you've been gone. He's tried insulting them like you. That was the best he came up with". Damn it Ellie.

"Aww. Did you miss me that much".

"Danny we love you dude, but you're not thinking this through what if it isn't you and we need to put the shield up and you're forced to stay on the other side".

"Then I'll be fine. You know Vlad dims the guns, Pariah was a challenge they won't be".

"And if you're wrong".

"Why is everyone's favorite word "if". Seriously I'll be fine I'm sure that I won't die".

"Isn't that what you said about the Fenton portal".

"Damn Sam low blow".

"Yeah hun pretty sure lucifer felt that".

"Thanks for defending me guys".

"Yeah I would. But your idea is dumb as hell".

"Tuck do you feel the same".

"Yeah. Vals right it's a dumb idea".

"Wow you all hate it that much huh".

"Yeah". All blended into one.

"So what do you think then. I don't want to be in lockdown forever".

"Same here"."I'm with origin".

"We'll find a way without kicking you out of amity just because you've outgrown it".

"Sam".

"Doesn't mean we're just going to make you leave amity".

"You're not kicking me out. I'm leaving not for good just for now".

"And if you are the issue. What then".

"Then we decimate the GIW. Now the heros know they'll be looking into it and thanks to a certain ghost duo we can put faith in them talking care of them".

"Thought you didn't trust them origin".

"I'm not trusting a promise. I'm trusting how good you were at being likeable. More Ellie but it's 40/60".

"Make it 35/65 they liked Ellie more". Not shocking Ellie would've reminded them of their kids.

"Anything to worry about". Don't tell me they act like Vlad.

"Nah Vlad's the only creep she knows".

"Good". . "Dan, Ellie if I left amity will you come with or are you going to stay promise nothing will change no matter the answer".

"Sam, Val, tuck will you three keep amity safe while we leave". Furious nods across the board. So Dan is coming with me.

"I'll stay here. I don't want Vlad getting ideas".

"Ellie hun you don't need to do that. The hunters can take Vlad we've got more than enough people that'll fight him".

"I know but I don't think I'm ready to leave amity for good".

"It's not forever it might not be at all. I'm just taking a shot to solve the current problem". At least they seem better now. "Dan you want to do anything before we leave".

"You got a book on sign language".

"Sorry".

"Got spare hearing aids tuck".

"Two but they're one offs".

"How do you make one off hearing aids".

"Either they translate or they hear".

"Then I'll just need to write to you origin".

"I'm glad I've got out of listening to you".

Chapter Text

"It was instant. You were right to have us leave from pillar one".

"Nothing beforehand".

"No Jazz he was in front of me his pulse was regular, nothing was wrong he was talking like he couldn't hear me but when doesn't he".

"Dans right nothing was wrong". I know I'm right Ellie, Jazz knows I'm right.

"But something did happen".

"Yeah but nothing wrong jazz, even now the only problem is his pulse weakening but that's normal when we heal".

"Please. Please don't say that".

"Jazz he's not human a weakened pulse is good. His body needs the ecto that means he's being healed". I won't let you lose m- him again.

"I know. I know but if he's not projecting ecto then he can't be outside amity".

"It'll be ok Jazzy, Dandy will be ok". That's why you're the favorite.

"I know. I know".

"For someone who knows so much you forget a lot". Death glare from Jazz. That's rare.

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"Sir we have a problem at the south east".

"What is it".

"It appears phantom is trying to escape with one of the controlled".

"Do you have an ID for the controlled".

"Yes sir, it appears to be Daniel Fenton, controlled number 0".

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"Martian, we need help".

"What can I do for you, Dan".

"Not me, origin. He needs help. I want you to read his mind not deep, just enough to know what functions his brain is running and you're taking me with".

"Are you certain".

"Yes . I need to know and you won't be useful if you're alone".

"Not useful ?"

"We can focus on that later. For now I need to know all I can about what's going on with origin".

"Very well. However I would like to know what I may face inside the mind of Daniel".

"A lot of pain. But thats because he's not allowing you in himself. Other than that you'll be safe I'll protect you".

"I would like more information".

"Sorry I'm not wanting to give details until we get Danny back".

"Very well. When would you like my assistance".

"Now if possible".

"I will leave a message with the league then follow".

"Thanks J'onn".

"You are very welcome Dan".

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"We're here Batman what's wrong". Clark sounded worried.

"This is Martian ManHunter, I will be helping both within amity by infiltrating the mind of the phantom known as Daniel".

"You can't be serious". Barry sounds worried now.

"When was this done Batman". Diana sounds concerned.

"This transmission was sent 6 am local time. However the message was only received recently".

"How recently". Clarks more worried now. Must be because he can't hear inside of amity.

"One hour ago". Now everyone looks concerned." This was following".

"This is Martian manhunt with a following report related to my previous. It would appear that Daniel Fentons conciseness is spilt however I cannot find said conciseness. It would also appear that the subconscious acts similar to an immune system however that is speculation as Dan Fenton was present at the time.Dan Fenton has also allowed us freedom to ask one question for every league member that appeared within amity".

"So we have ten questions". Hal would be correct however.

"We have the approved list of the league members phantom is including as present yesterday".

"Robin and speedy was there. Why isn't he counting them". Oli must be thinking about letting Roy join.

"My guess is that phantom doesn't include Robin or speedy because they are not official league members". . "Phantom has not given a time limit to ask the questions but has specified that only one member may ask a question and no league member can ask more than one question without another's explicit permission".

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"Out". Danny's first word in twenty hours.

"Danny".

"Out need".

"Danny I'm not leaving".

"Out they need". Damn it origin.

"Jazz you need to leave before he does something dumb".

"No". Jazz please.

"Jazz. Plea-. . .Hunters find and capture phantom, tech keep an eye on him from the cameras, Ellie hunt down origin. Be aware he's not himself it's his subconscious". I need to keep Jazz back. I'm not letting her see this.

"On it". "Bringing two teams". "Phantom is going for the south east. be aware if he gets out GIW are now present".

"Damn it. Tech up the shields don't let him out all power if necessary". If the Martian is right this isn't Danny. He wouldn't go for GIW.

"On it".

"Dan problem". Always is.

"What".

"He's gone I can't see him".

"Hunters how far out".

"Behind Ellie now. Can't see anything".

"Red".

"Nothing even with ecto sight".

"Where are you".

"At the shield". Damn it.

"Head out just look around Ellie stay back".

"Still nothing".

"Ellie stay behind hunters. Shock if you can't see anything". I don't want him to relive the portal again.

"Nothing".
"Shock. keep it wide range but low power".

"Nothing".

"Damn it origin. CLOCKWORK". Damn it."clockwork says he didn't do anything. Also he's not helping".

"Tech 2 are you still pointing out".

"Yes".

"If the readings changed keep pointing out otherwise I want everything looking in".

"Readings have risen within the last two hours".

"Towards or away from earth"

"I'm afraid it would be neither the overall ectoplasmic readings has risen twice beyond the normal limit".

"That isn't good. Working theory ?"

"I believe it is due to our king being lost within the veil".

"Damn it. Team phantom go to Jazz. I'm going to the realms with Vlad".

"Dan -".

"Nope don't get started I'm going with Vlad. I'll find the castle and fright night, he'll help he's the king's servant".

[ 5 hours ]

"It isn't here". The map led to the realms but not to the castle.

"How, it should always lead to where we ask. Why not now it's done it before. It always does.it doesn't break. It's never been wrong. It's never been against us. ITS A MAP IT DOESN'T HAVE FREE WILL. IT'S WHOLE EXISTENCE IS TO SHOW HOW TO GO PLACES. WHY ISN'T IT WORKING". He's braking down again at least we had Jack and maddies body's before now we don't even have that.

"Vlad don't do this again not here not now. Once we find Danny we can all do what we want. But now I need you stable". He's not responding this is worse."Vlad you there". Still nothing still blinking, sanity questionable, pulse dim, not absorbing ecto, he's movable, he's not drawn to here so I can bring him back. That's good.

Chapter Text

"Thank you Bat. I've ask for you all here for a favour one more special than finding origin. Captain marvel, Aquaman can you please do what you can for Ellie so she can learn to control her lightning better".

"Of course. but why now".

"You have lightning powers closer to Zeus but I don't trust him. I do trust you. Even if origin didn't. The reason for now is because you know now. it means I don't have to, I wasn't the best teacher anyway". Confused, fine then. "Like how Martian can't deal with fire, me and origin can't deal with Ellies lightning".

"Can we ask why". Damn Bat.

"Fine but it's not pleasant. Me and origin both died the same way. Electricity and ecto. Ellie's lightning has the same feel and sound you can imagine what death feels like when you're being brought back just as many times". From the Grimm looks I'd say they do. "I've dealt with it but it's never going to not mess with me. I can't just ignore it".

"Dan you don't need to say anymore".

"Thank you Arthur. I've got people I trust training her combat wise".

"If you wish I could teach young Ellie to fight". Sweet of you Diana but Pandora is better.

"There's a ghost in the realms she fights with for regular training and others for specialised training".

"What is it Ellie needs to learn".

"Anything you're willing to teach I understand Atlantis has its own electric magic and I know the power of Zeus resides inside you Captain".

"And if there isn't anything we can teach her". Captain must not be able to use powers without the hero form.

"Then she'll teach you".

"And if neither option is available".

"Then just teach her your culture, King Arthur".

"Is there anything you need to learn Dan". That's nice of you Clark.

"No I'm all grown my powers will only adapt not change". More confusion. "The fires will either get hotter, colder or change size. I've got nothing to learn about my powers".

"And fighting".

"Don't worry Bat I'm all trained up".

"What will you do now Dan".

"Supes I think you know". That look is the same as Jazz's." I'll look for origin. Here Diana, you know how to use a summon stone right".

"I am afraid not". Guess Ares wouldn't tell her.

"This one will open a portal towards me when you will it to, as long as we're in the same time it will lead to me I can go through on my side or you through on yours".

"And where are you going".

"Everywhere I can I'll start with earth and work outwards I'll come back once a week. Jazz made me promise". ." Flash if you want to laugh you can just know I do a better job than zoom". I wonder if Thawne knows me ?

"You know zoom".

"No but I don't need to I've seen him and you on the news".

"Phantom the league will support you".

"No phantom, not till origin comes back. I'll let you know when I've picked a new name. But thank you, if you need help feel free to ask".

"If you guys are here to say bye might want to actually come in, through the door".

"Sorry. Are you sure Dan".

"Yeah I'm the only one who can find origin".

"We can do it together".

"I know. But you can't phase". Pouty. "I'll come back once a week I've already promised Jazz".

"And if you can't find him".

"I will eventually. I've asked lantern to spread the word to his corp".

"And if you or Danny are trapped".

"Then ask Diana for help. Hers is two way". I get how they feel.

"And the GIW ?"

"Thought you could handle them ?"

"We can". Good reliable Val.

"Good. Sam, tuck, Val, Jazz, I'll find our moron and bring him back don't worry. And as I've told you I won't be going fast I will take breaks and I will eat". I've lost enough already I'm not losing him. Or any of you again.

"Where first".

"If I tell you that. Then you'll show up there".

"Dan come outside for a minute". Jazz?

Here I thought I was too old for tears. Did all of amity pitch in how did they make a balloon of me so fast." You'd think I was leaving for good". Damn confetti poppers.

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"Hello ?" No one that can't be good. Guess exploring is my best bet. Two suns so it's not earth. Im not desperate enough to try the claws again maybe in a few hours.

"Damn it". Claws aren't working. Sun is still high guess I'll see when it'll be night.

"Nothing". Night is either never or in 20 years my shadow isn't moving. How far is the horizon.

Guess I'm walking. I'll put a stake in so I can check.

"Damn it, I can see the stake". Guess it's a big planet. No water either just grass.

"Damn it". Zero curve. All planets should curve. This isn't good. Where am I.

"My name is Daniel Fenton, I'm known as phantom, I'm the current high king of the infinite realms, I'm 28, I have a sister a twin brother and a daughter, my crown is on my head and my ring is on my finger, I killed the last person wearing these both, I have 3 friends Tucker Foley, Sam Manson and Valerie Gray, I am a halfa, my ice powers work, I am a ghost, my ghost power do not work. My name is Daniel Fenton, I'm known as Phantom ..." I should sleep soon. Maybe Nocturne can find me.

Chapter Text

"Swamp thing, come out before I burn the green". And he wonders why no one likes him.

"What do you want. Child of death".

"You're pleasant. And I'm not a child of death I'm just dead. I'm here to ask if the green felt the king".

"The green does not answer to you".

"That's why I'm asking you. Now tell me if the green felt where the high king went". This'll be the best way to tell if he's on earth.

"The green does not sense your king". Maybe he isn't.

"And a few days ago did the green feel him". If he wasn't felt in amity then I'll need to search anyway.

"The green did not feel your king".

"He's yours too. Without Danny the green is worthless". Really." Swamp thing I'm not scared of you or the green. Tell me if you feel Danny". Maybe I should burn the green a little.

"I will". Never mind. More sane than Vlad.

"Thanks". Hopefully the green passes on the message to the others.

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"So what do you want to start with".

"Anything. Dan said if I learn enough he'll teach me his wail".

"Wail? Ignore what Dan said what do you want".

"Uh how about a big ol lightning strike or like how to shoot stuff like a rail gun".

"I can do lightning strike. Maybe your Atlantean teachers can do the railgun". I don't have that much control.

"So how do we start".

"First show me what can do now".

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Someone is following me. "If you need something say it now". Blonde with golden eyes. It's Danny's human. Probably.

"I'm wondering what the hell the king of everything is doing in London". He thinks I'm origin.

"I'm his twin. I'm not the king".

"You look the same".

"Thought Sherlock lived at Baker Street".

"Funny. We're not far from it. If your his twin why is your signature so close to his". It's not moron. His is more pure and chilling.

"I'm a twin we're meant to be identical". He's not buying it. "Why do you care not like you could fight me anyway".

"Who are you looking for". Clever guy.

"I'm looking for Merlin last I checked he was near here or I'm looking for his cursed".

"Merlin lives in London ?".

"Yeah, now you going to help, or just follow and ask questions".

"I can multitask. Who's this cursed you're looking for".

"Man named Jason Blood. His other half is quite the fighter and hunter. He enjoys a challenge".

"Why you looking for a hunter".

"You'll learn when I need to tell them".

"I know a guy, could find you anyone".

"Even if they're magical and out this realm". Guess not.

"No but if they're on earth he can find them".

"I've met swamp thing already he wasn't helpful, it's why I'm going for a better mage". Guess he doesn't know.

"Who. I'm talking about another guy". Guess I'll bite.

"Who ?"

"A demon cal-"

"Nope. No demons no magical creatures, they'll be a pain". And try to take the position once Danny comes back. Less they know the better.

"Well maybe if you'd tell me who we're looking for is come up with something better than demons".

"Demons aren't a good choice anyway. I'm looking for the high king we can't find him or his knight". He doesn't need to know about the castle.

"How'd you lose a king".

"He tried leaving amity. He got knocked out when he did, we kept him for about a day then he went feral and left I've been trying to find him since". That look.

"YOU KIDNAPPED THE KING".

"No you moron. Amity is his home the shield we have there is cause of outsiders it never affected anyone else before or after the just Danny".

"That sound like an ex-"

"It is not an excuse. The king lives within amity park. That is the kings true home". Thank you.

"Who are you".

"I am the mage called Merlin. Dan it is a pleasure to see you again".

"Same to you old man. The king is gone I don't know where. Do you think you can find him".

"I am afraid not. I did however feel that our king is now within the vail". Damn it same as technus' theory.

"Great. Think you could help me locate him. I asked the green already, it can't feel him so he isn't surrounded by plants".

"I see. I will help where I can".

"What about your other guy".

"Merlin. Do you know where sir Jason is".

"He is not himself these days Etrigan has took over". Again.

"ETRIGAN THE DEMON".

"Do you just like shouting. Yes the demon he's trustworthy".

"Like a demon exists that's trustworthy". He's pained. Must've dealt with bad demons.

"Etrigan likes fighting. He's a knight as Honourable as they come. I'd trust lucifer himself less and he doesn't lie". . "Merlin do you know where he is".

"No. I'm afraid he went into seclusion a decade ago". Damn it.

"What do you need for a location spell".

"If you wish to find our king a location spell will not work". I know. "However if you wish to find sir Jason I will need some item of importance to sir Jason himself".

"Will that work if Etrigan is in control".

"I believe so". I'm trusting your belief here.

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"At least I don't need to eat here". Wherever here is. No night time either. Still just grass. I haven't passed the stake again. Is this place endless. No ecto. How can a place not have ecto? The crown isn't floating anymore. The gems on the relics are still glowing. "My name is Danny Fenton, I go by phantom, I'm 28 ..."

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"Jason. You there ?". . "Etrigan ?" Damn it." Etri it's me, Dan". Damn fire balls.

"I know of you and your objective hidden. But you know my goal of which I am driven".

Damn it. Straight to a fight. "Etri, you won't best me. For a king I am related one you will be fated". Damn it Etri call off the fire sword.

"A plan you have not. The flame of your head is far too hot". Mr lancer would love you.

"A challenge you are not. Your blade is as sharp as a pot". Not my best work.

"When do we step in".

"We must leave them to continue of their own will".

"You sure they seem evenly matched".

"Dan has won before. Etrigan is more favourable when the duel is fair".

"So we need to leave them to tire each other out".

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"When can I go to Atlantis".

"Uh I don't know. That'll be Aquaman and his schools job. I think a knight or two might meet you so you can learn Atlantean and a little magic before you go".

"Is their magic different than yours".

"Yeah. Aqualad spars with me sometimes so I've felt his electricity before. Feels different, less harsh than mine, it branches more".

"How's it compared to mine".

"Yours stings and holds its shape longer".

"The stinging is probably ecto. Same with it staying". That's what he means right ?

"We really need more info on ecto".

"Amity has study material".

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"You two done".

"Quiet Constantine". He says it like lucifer.

"Who's this phantom".

"Call me Dan origin isn't here to give me that name. This idiot is John Constantine, Deals with demons he's a mage weaker than Merlin".

"Thanks for the glowing review".

"It's needed otherwise Etrigan will try and fight you when he comes out". I'm not dealing with that blood hungry demon.

"Then I assume you are here for my other half".

"Sorry Jason. I need a hunter and one that's got magic related to the hunt. Skulker's didn't work neither did Wulfs. Etrigan is my last hope for an easy shot at this". So we're the easy way.

"And why do you think we'll help you". That smile isn't good.

"No choice now John this is a job you can't back out on". Damn it.

"I assume you have a plan Dan".

"Just to deal with Etrigan until we find Danny. Maybe find a few magic people on the way, Merlin knows Morgan le fay would be useful. If we can control her but that's high hopes. I've got the justice league backing me". The damn justice league.

"Why aren't they helping then".

"This is why I called you an idiot. The league can't do magic only a few are related to magic the rest are basically useless. Never mind a superman being controlled by the stuff or the whole league. You guys can at least survive Dracula".

"DRACULA THE BLOODY VAMPIRE KING".

"Can you stop that before I melt your mouth shut". . . "Good, now as I was saying you guys are more useful than the league even if I didn't want one of you, it'll be useful to have anyone who'll help and won't tell any realms being".

"I accept sir Dan".

"I too accept to help the king. Etrigan also give his will to our cause".

"Yeah no thanks". Damn it.

"You're forced into this one John. I'd say sorry but I think we both know I wouldn't mean it". Damn fire cage. "The first place we're going is Stonehenge so we can travel to the other elemental planes. The green knows already so we're spreading the news to the others, they'll keep it secret since they'll lose their homes if they don't". Are we really going to threaten elemental creatures.
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"No dreams". Means no nocturne either. Am I sleeping ? I hope they're all safe. Dan and Vlad better not be regressing.

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"So how do we get in".

"Here". A jade ring? "This is made of ecto from the middle of infinity, since the elementals were born there first this'll let you in, let me through first so I can direct what one we'll begin with".

"How would you direct it".

"Cause I'm from the middle. I'm basically the ring and strong enough that my will can direct us".

"Thank you sir Dan". The other two are trusting this.

"Where will we be going first".

"The Rot will be last they feel too much. I'm thinking the Red is the best to begin with".

"Will the rings protect us from their will". Guess they're not that trusting.

"Yeah, they'll stop the control. And stop you from being drowned or burned in other homes".

"What is the red".

"Same as the green just complex life. Like beasts, animals and humans. They'll bring up people, pets and monsters anything that'll make you uncomfortable in hope of you getting lost. That's why Jason was asking about the rings protection, you all will be safe if that ring stays on, they might try tricking you with voices or in Jason's case fights".

"So stay on high alert".

"Yeah". Why does he sound tired.

"Are you guys ready".

"Yes". The other two.

"Don't got a choice remember".

"I'll take that as a yes". Did he just rip a stone pil- that's disgusting. "Guess I forgot to mention. The red IS complex life from the floor to the sky. It's not as squishy as it looks".

"reassuring".

"I see you are back. Child of infinity. What for now". That's not human. Not even earthly." Why bring me disgraces they aren't worth your travel".

"Not here for travel. These are mine they're not for you". Great I'm owned by a realms being." The king is gone do you know where".

"If the king is missing". It's human now. A jumpsuit? "Then I have not felt so".

"He isn't dead. Just missing I want to speak to the others".

"The king is not near those with my will. If you wish to speak to others then find them". It's gone. Blended into the floor.

"C'mon the other ones will be easier. Keep your wits and don't go too far this place is living. It can change if it sees you as an easy target".

"What others ?"

"That was The nerves. He's temperamental and likes testing peoples nerves also the best bet for sensing where we and the king are, it's why we saw him first. The one we're hoping to meet is The Brain he could tell us where the king is by knowing where he isn't". Damn it, he's fast.

"So they're named after organs". Slow down damn it.

"Nope. I just can't remember their names". Great we don't even know who we're annoying.

"Cute". . ." The hell is that".

"What ?" How can't you.

"You can't see that".

"Describe it".

"A bus with legs".

"Human ?"

"No, cat. It doesn't have skin"

"Big cat. with wings?"

"Wings? YEAH HAS WINGS". WHYS IT COMING HERE.

"Damn it get behind me".

"What the hell could you do to it". It's a damn bus with wings.

"JOHN. it's not real".

"Looks pretty bloody real".

"Think of your fears".

"I'm scared of heights not a bloody bus with legs and wings". It's moving slower.

"Good now stay behind me". When did I. "Is it leaving ?"

"Yeah. How'd you do that". How did I get behind you.

"I'm projecting. It's covering you making you look strong. Those demons you have a contract with will try killing me once we're out here, I've basically marked you the things here can't tell it's not yours, your demons can".

"Thanks". Not a bad guy. Even if he's trapping me in this damn hunt.

"Tell me who I've ruined the contract of".

"Ruined ?".

"I'm stronger than the demons. So their contract with you basically lit itself on fire and burned to ash. You're aware that the only reason the contract was split was because they were equal in power right ?" Does he own me now.

"Yeah I knew. How'd you know it was split".

"I can read your soul most with magic can". Judging from the other two I doubt it.

"And the lesser demons". They never said no.

"They probably knew. But three high ranking demons had your soul so they probably thought your soul had value". Right. Those ones weren't the smartest anyway.

"Now mind telling me".

"The first is called . . ."

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"Hi are you Kaldur'ahm".

"Yes I am. Are you the princess I am meant to be tutoring".

"I'm not a princess. I'm just related to the king".

"I see". . . "Are you ready to learn Atlantean magic".

"I was told I'm meant to be learning the language first".

"Yes that would be beneficial, as our magic comes from our language however we have sigils that activate our magic so that incantations are not required".

"Is that your tattoos. They're nice, but I'd rather learn the language so I can write the magic with my ecto so I can make it my own".

"Ecto ?" Make it your own?

"It's where my magic comes from".

"I see. We will begin with language if that is what you would like".

"Yes please".

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"I see the realms has lost it's king". Did he just Drip. from a tree.

"I see you're as wise as the day I met you. Yes the king is missing think you can tell us where he's gone". Is this the guy. The other ones weren't.

"Why is it you ? Instead of the knight".

"The knight is loyal to the castle not the king he is protecting his home".

"I am wise as you have stated the knight is missing as well is he not".

"Not missing fright knight is doing a job for the king, will you help or not. I don't want to lose him". He's hoping.

"I have not felt the king between when I last saw him and now". The coronation was last wasn't it.

"Great still nothing. Any leads or has clockwork told you to stay quiet".

"I am not under fate's orders. There is no knowledge I can give that would be beneficial".

"Nothing with life then. Animal or plant. That means we have fungal, mechanical, microscopic, aquatic or death as our options now". Five paths.

"Thought this one had all life".

"Complex life. Fish aren't complex enough and machines are too complex".

"I believe The Black would be the best choice for information sir Dan". Is he knighted or does that guy just like saying Sir.

"You're probably right Jason but three of us will likely be stolen".

"What three".

"Not you John the three who are immortal. Merlin, Jason and me".

"Do you own my soul".

"Nope the contract just burned I don't own you". Good means I ca-" You're not running away if we get took". How'd he.

"I'd never". He's not buying it. "where to now".

"Jason is right. The Rot would be best only problem is being stolen but I've got out before".

"He said The Black not The Rot".

"They're the same thing. Place. Doesn't matter they're the same". What one is that. Please don't be death.

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"How do we get to the black". Hasn't the immortal demon been there before, what does he mean is it not the same.

"Food first. I don't want to be caught with an empty stomach it'll make escape harder. After we can figure out what graveyard it's in this time". This time?

"Graveyard ?"

"Yeah it houses itself in a graveyard. Moves every few years says too many people enter not enough stay".

"Foreboding. Don't think I'll be eating".

"Did The Red upset you that much ?"

"Not upsetting. just disgusting".

"Trust me The Black is worse be glad The Red didn't smell". "Jason, Merlin you two want food".

"If you would please Sir Dan".

"Yes a meal would make our captivity much more pleasant".

"Have all of you been caught by this thing". Those nods aren't a good sign. "How you have magic. And you're a ghost how does something capture you".

"By being dead. The stuff in The Black is dead or decaying it's dangerous it wants to spread to keep. That's why we're at risk of being held captive those two can't die so it wants to keep them, I'm already dead so it wants me to stay calls itself my home. Even more dangerous if you don't have that ring you'll start to decay for the other two it'll be painful their cells fighting for you it'll be near instant".

"And you're both fine with that".

"We do not have any other option, as The Black can sense the deceased our king will be sensed, without the king our realms will be at risk".

"And you're both going to give your life for it".

"He is the king of all. Without the high king the realms will collapse as the strongest structure is no longer viable for support". What?

"Think of it this way John. Everyone magical will probably be indebted to you".

"Why me".

"Cause these two are meant to be hidden and I'm the kings brother. Any debt I build is useless when I can just ask the king instead. You have the proof from me and the king when he comes back, you could gain anything". Anything.

"Where to".

"Food first".

"Sir Dan I apologise for being unable to pay for this meal".

"It's fine Jason. What do you want to eat".

"Don't think they do more than a sandwich here". Seriously what the hell.

"Only for humans". That's the staff door." Welcome to oblivion. Anything you want as long as you can afford it". . ."James I'm looking for information on The Black. And whatever food and drinks these lot want".

"The black again you addicted to pain or just like dead bodies".

"My own body is dead enough. If you want to know why not make a deal with me".

"No chance Dan. What you boys want".

"Order whatever. James be nice to the young one he's newer to this than the others".

"Something wrong". Stop staring at me.

"YOU BURNED ANOTHER CONTRACT".

"Damn it not so loud. I didn't mean to the moron couldn't understand that The Reds monster was fake and couldn't touch him. Can't have him getting lost he knows too much". Put your damn eyes somewhere else.

"THE DAMN PRINCES OF HELL".

"Well I know that now. I didn't when I done it. And I'm in the right I couldn't have him getting lost in The Red".

"YOU CAME HERE WITH HIM".

"WILL YOU STOP THAT. . Thank you. yes I came here with him I don't want to be trapped on an empty stomach, he is part of my group. Now will you help me or not you don't even need to feed me I'll wait outside for the check and the others".

"Dan, you moronic idiot do you know how often a prince visits this bar".

"Often. I know. just get me info and food then I'll leave".

"Fine use the back room". . ." You're paying double".

"I'll accept that offer".

"How'd he know all that".

"James knows all".

"That explains nothing". How the hell do you think that would explain it.

"Sir James is aware of souls which allows him to understand contracts through the soul". Good thing the double feature can tell me.

"You always have to ruin my fun. James is good at reading souls and power, he saw the princes power held your soul and that your soul is tied".

"Do we need to leave". I really don't want to see those bloody princes.

"Nope. James will keep us informed and safe now eat".

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"Ellie ?"

. . . "Yeah".

"Are you okay ?"

"Yeah, I was just trying to read the board".

"Are you certain".

"Yeah, how is something wrong". She can't tell ?

"Are you aware that your legs are missing".

"Oh that's normal since they aren't needed when floating".

"I see. Is this common among ghosts".

"You can say realm beings I can feel you be uncomfortable when you say ghost. But yeah it's common".

"Does it hurt ?"

"Nope". That is good.

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"The Rot is here".

"Damn it".

"What is wrong".

"Remember what I said about Dracula".

"Damn it". John caught on fast this time.

"I see. Will we have to fight". Jason doesn't care about fighting must be Etrigan.

"Not if we go in the morning. James is there a door near there". Damn guess not. "Guess we're travelling a different way. Whats the closest door".

"Got one in Russia another in Sweden".

"Sweden will be a safer bet."

"Dan, you don't need to pay double". Damn it.

"Someone overheard didn't they". A nod. "Damn it. Do I want to know who". "Course not. How long till the king appears".

"Not long".

"Let's get going then". And hope Hell doesn't wage a war against us.

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Ecto still draining. Why do they need ecto? I need to take them off. I'm going to lose too much. I can't leave them alone. Ice backpack? Would that work. Would waste too much ecto.

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"Three rules for being near Dracula 1 never bleed, 2 don't bring garlic, 3 never under any circumstances open or move the coffin. All three of those will either wake him or aggravate him".

"You done this before".

"Technically. Don't worry about it. The coffin will be in the back we don't need to be near it The Black will open to me by itself".

"Keep the ring on and we'll be safe right".

"Yep. Ring will stop the pain and allow access. Shall we boys".

Oh god thats awful." You weren't kidding about the decay it's rancid".

"Yeah. Flesh rotting isn't a nice smell. Stay close, this place isn't living like The Red but it will try to keep you".

"I've learned my lesson". Damn smile.

"Good. GET OUT HERE BONES".

"Dan, you came home. Where's the rest of our family". A blue hazmat?

"Danny became king. We've lost him somewhere in the vail".

"He hasn't come home yet. I can't feel him. WHY CAN'T I FEEL HIM DAN".

"Stop decomposing you know it doesn't suit you". It's repairing itself. "I don't know where he is I'm trying to find him. If you can't feel him then he must be truly lost beyond the vail".

"Will you bring Danny home, Dan will you bring my son home". That's a bad question. No right answer.

"He'll come on his own but he needs to be found first". More around us.

"Dan w-"

"QUIET MORTAL".

"I have eyes "mortal" I'm talking". He want me to wait 3 minutes. 2 DAMN IT.

"TELL ME WHEN WE RUN".

"THOUGHT YOU COULD COUNT. THE ROT CAN'T, IT WAS THE ONLY WAY. IT'S TOO SMART FOR WORD PLAY". Damn door is too small. Don't push you-

"SIR DAN".

"Thanks, Jason, I, owe, you, one". ." Now how about we get out of here before The Rot try's following. Merlin wait a second". Damn it blood. "Sorry Merlin I need to cauterise it".

"It is okay Dan". Glad that's not me.

"Thank you".

"You're welcome John". So he did do it on purpose.

"Thank you as well Dan".

"No problem Merlin. I'm glad I got to it before you, bled on the floor, DAMN IT". DAMN IT. "Jason Etrigan is safe to let out Dracula will probably be a challenge for him. DAMN IT. No more sunlight he's fine outside. John here DON'T touch the ends it'll burn worse than the sun".

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"Arthur, wait up".

"Is there something wrong Captain Marvel ?"

"I'm just wondering when Ellie and Kaldur are meant to be training. She's been passing on my training but I'm not sure about her and Kaldurs sessions".

"I'm not certain when they train however I will ask Kaldur'ahm. I will also check when Ellie has class as that might also be the cause of her avoidance. I do recommend discussing this with Ellie when you next meet".

"I will. Thank you Arthur".

"This was sent through the league channel from Dan Fenton". Batman serious as always.

"Hey, I've ran into some problems while searching, I've got a group with three others my leads have just made me fight Dracula, before flash try's to clarify yes the real one. All I've done is confirm that Danny is stuck and lost somewhere in the vail. JOHN don't touch the ends what did I say. Sorry new guy doesn't know much magic but he's loyal. My next stop is outside of everything I'm hoping an ancient or pillar can tell me where he is. The pillars are more reliable".

"What are pillars ?" Flash didn't read up did he.

"Pillars are the things that are fundamental for reality to exist". . ." What you didn't think I was just training Ellie did you. I read up on some stuff when I was there". It was interesting like fiction but real.

"How much did they tell you". Really Batman thought you'd read.

"Nothing it's public knowledge. Well at least in amity". "Did none of you go read any of their books ?" Wow. "Was it really only me".

"I was busy".

"You have an excuse. No super ears in amity after all". They all look guilty.

"We're getting off track. Out of the men inside the group two do not exist".

"Why don't we just ask him. He hasn't really hidden anything".

"Yes, I was going to have superman ask once we are finished. I also wanted everyone to know two of our lanterns are coming back, Guy Gardener and John Stewart". Ew Guy.

"And Hal ?" She always did like him and his plane talk.

"He is still off world for now. When Guy and John touch down I will ask".

"And for Dan going to these Pillars". ." What are we going to do is he going on his own ?" Superman is worried.

"Dan has not asked for permission to league assets as of yet".

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"You weren't kidding the league really is backing you".

"Why would I lie. We're going to my home city next it's the only place where Ancients and Pillars are easy access".

"And where's that".

"Amity park. Remember home of the king and all that junk". Oh yeah.

"I will be delighted to meet Samantha again".

"Sam won't give you the good plants if you call her "Samantha"".

"Will madam Jazz be present".

"Yeah. She'll play word games with you and etri".

"They speak like they're family".

"Family friends. You'll be the lonely one this time John".

"Till lucifer comes knocking for you".

"Guess you wouldn't be alone then. Hm HEY WE'RE HERE". Damn it right at my ear.

"Thanks for the ringing sound you- that's superman. Damn".

"Hey Dan we were wondering who's in your group".

"Help me fly this lot to amity and I'll share".

"Uh I'm not sure".

"They aren't bringing contraband and if you don't I'll just find a different way. I'm not Here legally either, actually none of us are". Guess he can't argue with that. He IS an alien.

"What one". Damn it.

"These two have flown with me before, he might need more special care". Like hell I do. "The old man is Merlin, the younger one is Jason. They both got magic and very helpful".

"Why them you know Marvel and Dr Fate would join you same with Giovanni". Damn it watch your hands.

"Yeah but I needed people in the know and off books. Marvel is too young same with Dr Fate and Giovanni. These two can outlive a tree". I'm never doing this again.

"Outlive a tree ?"

"Don't worry about it, unless. You boys want to spill to the super. Hah you're out of luck".

"And if I stop you will you tell me then ?"

"Amity's shield can be turned up so nothing can come in. Or I could beat you to amity or in amity. Your choice". STOP THREATENING THE GUY HOLDING ME.

"Fine I won't pry but Batman wants to know".

"If he does then he already knows. You know how he gets with a new puzzle". Why is his laugh so menacing. "I want to give you something when in amity so wait a second".

"What ?"

"Something for another hero. Are you fine being a mail boy".

"DAN. You're back, why are you back so early". Damn full reception.

"Wait a minute I need to get something for supes". A blue card? "For beetle".

"Are you sure?"

"Yeah from me and origin. I know what happened I'll give a report to Bat for how". Warn a guy before you take off. "The Rot and The Red didn't have answers just bad memories. We think he's trapped like Technus said". I know that look.

"What happened to not going fast. Who is that". Could ask you the same red.

"Golden eyes".

"Those are blue Dan". Does he need to get all of them looking at me.

"John use a NON-destructive spell".

"I'm not a moron here, this do". What am I a damn circus monkey.

"Golden eyes. You're the guy that was at Danny's coronation".

"Damn does everyone know me".

"Eh a lot of people. Red we're staying for a bit then going to outside".

"The last resort?"

"Not last. Just an easy way".

"A deal with pillars and ancients. Only you would think of that as easy". I'm going to die dealing with him aren't I.

"How long are you staying".

"Till tomorrow I want to rest a bit before travelling".

"And us".

"Jason and Merlin will be busy. Don't know what you'll do but I just want to relax".

"So I'm free from your deal".

"No chance John. I don't trust you not spill all the secrets you've learned". Damn it.

"Fine".

"So who were they".

"Hm?"

"The two we saw in the red and rot".

"My dad and mom. My godfather sacrificed my dad for study in The Red he thought it could bring him back. Obviously it didn't work now he's a puppet. My mom wasn't sacrificed The Rot just took her since she was decomposing".

"Your godfather sounds like he loved your dad".

"Hah as if. His plan was for my mom to be revived. We talked him out of it by saying he doesn't know if it would work. He took that as a challenge and didn't even tell us about my dad as a sacrifice to his "study" only that we were right that it didn't work".

"So he wasn't a good person".

"Isn't. he's still around. We'll see him when we go into the realms". That's not a good sign.

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"So you following us the whole way ?"

"Just till we get to Vlads". I'm glad she won't be sticking to us.

"How do we get "outside"".

"Well we hope the speeder is ready for driving. Tuck always tries to update and upgrade it. Then we go as fast as possible till we hit the second wall".

"So we crash".

"There is two walls of reality before the first is the normal realms, after the first ancients live, after the second the pillars live".

"And the third".

"Too far out. If it exists".

"You don't know ?"

"No one does. Like I said it's too far and that is only if it exists. You three will need suits it's like a hazmat".

"Hm".

"What you don't like hazmat suits John".

"Reminds me of the last people we met". Oh.

"Do you mean the red and rot ?" Jazz you don't need to know.

"Yeah". Thank you for not going into the details John.

"How'd they look". Jazz don't torture yourself.

"Alive for the most part". ." Why don't you need a suit".

"I died in a hazmat. Don't need a removable one if I have it bonded to me. The only reason why you need a hazmat is cause the ecto density gets extreme".

"Extreme ?"

"I don't think we calculated it. Did we ?"

"I don't remember it". You've never been a ghost expert. Or even interested in them.

"Jazz when was the last time you seen Vlad ?"

"Before you left. Why ?" Damn it.

"He has his ghost shield on and the rest of his system. Call tuck ask him to look at the feed".

"Ok. He doesn't normally have his active".

"If it's just a ghost system we could go in".

"That's a dumb idea. What did tuck say ?"

"Vlad is just standing still, he's not breathing".

"Have you guys had ghost attacks since I've been gone".

"No, none at all. You don't think he's keeping them in do you".

"Question is if it's the realms or his house. If it's the realms we're safe to go in. If not we might need all the hunters".

"Tuck said nothing was on the cameras other than Vlad. I think he's alone".

"Could be possessed or a clone. Have you got gear ?"

"Just a belt".

"Then you need to leave can't have you getting hurt".

"But-"

"No buts. We can fight, I've got my comm if it gets messy".

"Okay".

"Thank you. See you when we get back". . . "John get the door please"

"Fine". Good he's learning not to question me.

"DANNY MY B-".

"PUT HIS SOUL BACK". Spoke too early.

"Not his. Loki what do you want".

"Hehehe how'd you guess this time".

"You overplayed and you called me Danny. Now answer my question".

"A little birdie gave me some interesting news, congratulations on being king. Although I don't see your crown".

"You know who's king don't pretend. I assume the news isn't that".

"You're such a smart young man your father must be proud". . ." Oh the silent treatment been a while since you tried that. Let's see you've got a group of two immortals and a normal human, what adventure are you going on this time, hm, is it to see the king word is his castle is gone it would only make sense that you'd know where to. After all who loses their family". "Did I touch a nerve you seem to believe I can breathe".

"You might not breathe but having your head removed would be just as damaging".

"Tell me Dan where is king Danny".

"Why do you think I'd tell you".

"Because I know where he ISN'T".

"Where Isn't Danny".

"Why would you need to know that you know where he is".

"A peasant's belief would damage our king's reputation". Vlads waking up. Those three need better poker faces, here's hoping Vlad is quicker and better.

"Yes, yes. I do think it would. So what do You think I believe".

"That you're better than your brother".

"I don't believe that. I Know that. That fool will drive us to the void before the lost king can".

"Vlad get up. Loki thanks for giving me what you know". Bye bye.

"Thank you Dan. For taking that maniac out of me".

"You're pathetic. LOKI took over you, you who've been fighting the king of Everything for half a decade. Put the misfit in containment I don't want him sharing what he knows".

"Of course. May I ask why you are here ?"

"The Rot and The Red didn't have anything. So we're going outside hopefully death can help".

"You're trusting the pillars?"

"Yeah. I doubt clockwork would let us get this far if it was pointless". I hope anyway.

"Very well the speeder has been on lockdown since I was overtook".

"Good and spare suits ?"

"I should have more than enough left over from the Fenton works items I was given. They should fit those in your party even the one that changes".

"Is the lab open".

"No I'm afraid that once I was no longer in control all rooms were closed".

"Fine lock him up and we'll get going". ." John speak now or shut it".

"What happened ?"

"I turned Loki into soup, Vlad was possessed I stole Loki out of him and Loki knows Danny is gone".

"How do you just TAKE a soul out of a body".

"Taking the soul isn't the difficult part it's keeping his in and removing the other. I've removed Vlad's before so I just felt for the odd one. If I removed Vlad's then it would've been just as easy".

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"I am unsure my king. Ellie hasn't told me about the Captains lessons I assumed that she was keeping them separate and preferred to be focused on the lessons within our class and with me".

"I see, thank you Kaldur'ahm".

"If you wish I could bring Ellie here so you may ask her yourself".

"Yes. If you'd please Kaldur'ahm".

"Umm, hello my king".

"Hello Ellie. May I ask why you have been avoiding Captain Marvel's lessons ?"

"Uh, it's beca- can I speak to Captain Marvel about this instead ?"

"Yes, of course. I've summoned you because captain said he wasn't able to talk to you".

"Oh, ok. if you could then".

"Hey, Ellie it's been a bit. Aquaman said you wanted to talk to me".

"Yeah. Can we talk privately ?"

"Yeah sure". ." What do you want to talk about".

"You know how we can see emotions ?"

"Yeah".

"You're kinda like a strobe light".

"What does that mean ?"

"Most of the time it means you can't control your emotions. But you still have colors meaning you're trying to find your identity. Which means you're a kid".

"Wow, uh. Yeah I guess you're right. Is that why you've been avoiding me. You think I'm a kid".

"Yeah. You don't exactly have the best control of your lightning which would also mean you're young".

"So if I told you I wasn't a kid ?"

"You'd be lying"." We can see emotion. Lying counts especially when you feel guilty about it".

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The relics have stopped draining my ecto. Is there ecto nearby. No I should be regaining if there was. Maybe they're gaining from someone else. But I can't see anyone. Are they scared of me or just invisible. I couldn't go through the ground so best bet is invisible.
"HELLO ANYONE THERE". Please speak English. Anytime now. Anytime. I've walked for days on end. Guess sitting still for a bit won't lose me anything.

"Nothing. I'm still alone". How are they regenerating ecto then.

Wait. Could there be ecto everywhere and the - no can't be they wouldn't take from me if there was. Guess no harm in testing it but I'd need to leave them alone. What if they're keeping me here losing them could be worse. I don't know how far I'd need to go before it worked. Could also be the only things keeping me healthy. At least the ghost side.
Wait."ghost side".
Are they keeping my ecto low so I can die. Like Actually die. Guess I should've expected that I'm Ghost king.
they'll think it's their fault again. I'm sorry I could wait to die in amity with you all.

"DEATH YOU THERE. I KNOW I'M DEAD NOW". Fields of Elysium guess I owe Sam money. I should've known.

Guess she doesn't control this part. Guess I'm alone till I die or until Dan pulls me out. Hopefully Ellie won't she doesn't deserve this. None of them do.

Chapter Text

"Damn it". ."Walker get your damn guards off my speeder".

"If it isn't the anomaly. What are you doing in my haunt".

"Running from the devil. Now remove your guards before I set them on fire".

"You have living in there. You know the rules".

"I know A rule a very basic one".

"And that would be".

"My fire hurts like hell. But that rule might be off it's been a while since I've burned a ghost although I don't mind frying you". ." Thanks bud".

"Who was that".

"The worlds worst warden. Knowing the realms we'll probably run into everyone".

"Thought this place was infinite".

"It is". Really that's all you're saying. "You guys get some food or something it'll be a while before we pass the first wall". . . ." Damn it".

"What now".

"We're near the far frozen. The farthest haunt before we reach the wall".

"What's bad about that. Sounds like we're getting close to where we're going".

"It's cause of whose haunt it is. He's a yeti called Frostbite".

"Ok why is that bad he's ice ain't he your fire you could melt him right".

"I could but origin and him are close so I'd rather not tell him anything or Fight him". ." I'm glad we didn't run into anyone else that likes origin enough to ask".

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"What happened Superman".

"Dan gave me a card for Ted said he'll send you a report for how he knows what happened. As for the men the elder is called Merlin the younger is called Jason, I didn't get any second names".

"Jason Blood, he hasn't been seen for the last decade he disappeared without any warning. It doesn't look like he has aged since his last appearance. As for Merlin he was in a pych ward, I assume he escaped once Dan touched down".

""Outlive a tree", that's how Dan described both of them do you think they're immortal".

"Yes I would assume so. I believe that is why Dan chose them to help him".

"They're also "off book" and magic. He didn't share what he meant by off book".

"He knows ted died because the rot had him as a puppet. He says he's sorry he couldn't help".

"What's the rot".

"An elemental force of decay and death".

"That's who he went to for help with Danny".

"It would appear so". He really cares about Danny.

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"Hello pawn".

"Vortex leave me alone if origin can beat you as a child I can Destroy you easily".

"And remove all weather. I highly doubt you will".

"You'll be reborn you aren't the most important ancient. There are plenty of you around".

"As confident as always. I assume you are finding your beginning and our king so I will let you pass".

"Good. Don't share the kings gone".

"I will not share to those weaker than myself".

"Good enough"."you guys might want to sit this'll be painful if you stand".

"How does standing hurt us".

"It won't but if you stand. You'll be flung into the back and I don't know how much is strapped down back there". Clever boy.

"I can see that damn smirk from here damn ghost"

"That's Dan ghost to you. You want a treat for listening to me".

"I want out of this deal does that count".

"It's not a deal. It's a trade, I removed your past contract and now you're indebted to me". Damn ghost.

"Sir Dan what pillar are we travelling to first".

"Death. She's fare and will listen better than the others. Fate already said he won't help".

[ 10 hours ]

"Is this the place ?"

"Yep. This is where The Pillars hang out let's got in".

"Think I'll stay here".

"John stop being a coward The Pillars won't kill you".

"You don't know that, Fates chosen".

"Hello Dream, what are you doing here. Was your realm not entertaining you".

"No. I am here for the same thing as you chosen".

"Danny is Fates chosen not me. Why do you want to speak to Death".

"Do not think me a fool. We are both here for the king not for Death".

"Why do you care about Danny ?"

"He powers my realm far more than the rest of you dreaming".

"So he's a battery for you. What if he's a ghost now ?"

"Then my realm will lose the wonder that our king bestowed it".

"Glad we both want him back. Where is death".

"My sister has not traveled here recently. However I have summoned her to travel here".

"Did you wait for us ?"

"Yes. Multiple prospects will allow my sister to give a more in-depth judgement and will allow for our kings freedom".

"Dan I see you've come to my door for once".

"Hey death. Mind letting Danny out"

"Why do I always get beggars".

"No one likes losing people or money that's why. But I'm not here to beg I'm here to trade, anything for Danny".

"And you brother".

"I also wish for the king's return. He fills my realm with endless creativity more so than Delirium and Desire".

"Really a born mortal fills your realm more so than our siblings".

"As unbelievable as it is yes our king fuels my realm extensively. Most of those who create fuel my realm and our king wishes to create endlessly".

"I can't bring him out. No matter what you can or will give me".

"Even if it's me".

"I'm afraid not".

"Damn it. What can we do to speed it up".

"Nothing I'm afraid. I do like you Dan same with you my brother, but I can't and you can't cause our king to acclimate faster".

"What is he acclimating to".

"His own power. He needs to be lost to find it".

"Does he need to die to find it".

"He has to give himself to his power. To do so he must become a full ghost. One with the realms".

"So he does need to die. We just get the pleasure of knowing he'll come back. Do you or Clockwork know when he'll be ready".

"My brother will certainly know. I don't think he would allow you all this way, unless you had to learn that Danny will come back to you on his own".

"Great another lesson from Fate, I'm really getting sick of these".

Chapter Text

"So he's gone".

"I'm sorry Jazz. Even death can't do anything".

"It's okay. You tried. Just means we need to stay until he can come back himself". She's avoiding her own emotions. Like always.

"Jazz if you need me, I'll be here whenever you need okay ?"

"Thank you Dan, how are you dealing with all of this". Jazz.

"I'm fine Jazz. I've had some good people with me"." Don't look so smug Constantine. But thank All of you for following me I didn't know it would be useless".

"Of course sir Dan".

"I thank you for allowing me to follow".

"You forced me into this you ain't getting a thanks".

"See they're great. You guys want to stay in amity". Two don't." Better not be staying for the company I don't swing that way".

"Nice try. But no amity has an insane amount of knowledge and magic present I'll be staying for that".

"I can see when you're lying".

"Get your eye's checked".

"Dan what happens now".

"We wait for Danny same as always. When he shows up we lock him inside amity and never let him go again". Death glares from all. "I'm kidding. Once origin escapes we'll have to know his power, so he can have followers that'll make him stronger and healthier than before it'll give him a chance".

""A chance". A chance for what"

"A chance for control. Either he controls his power or his power controls him. With followers who know Danny and his power it'll make him control that power easier otherwise his power can run rampant without Danny being able to stop it".

"So we teach Danny 101 in school now".

"Yeah. Turns out we are a cult after all". That brought everyone's spirits up.

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"This was sent from the communicator we have given to Dan".

"Origin is lost for now he will come back on his own. That's what death promised. You guys have my thanks for looking out for Ellie and amity while I was busy. If you need anything just ask I'll be around. Still don't have a hero name I'm not trusting you guys to name me, if you want to join the league that'll have to wait till I've got a name but for now just ask if you need me".

"Guess we have candidate number five for new league members". He must've really had an impact on Marvel.

"He will be first on the docket when we discuss new members".

"How much longer Bruce. Roy keeps asking".

"Within the next year". He won't like that answer.

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"Can you let me out now. I promise I won't tell". You will. You have a record.

"Don't trust you Loki. But good news apparently nothing can be done and people will find out eventually so you're being let out".

"Oh goodie".

"You getting sent to Your part of the realms. Stay good, deal with your family". I'm glad I remember the Yggdrasill circle.

"You know I don't need a bodyguard".

"Security in case Lucifer comes here without us knowing. Nothing against you".

"Here I thought you just like seeing me". You are an entertaining guy.

"No. The hunters are just busy and the belts don't do much against Lucifer. I've got nothing better on my schedule".

"Belts ?" Here I thought he was reading our books.

"They normally stop all contact with ghosts, but Lucifer is special the closest being to creation. So the belt doesn't act on him".

"Because he's an angel ?"

"What no. It's genuinely because he's the closest thing to "god". We say creation because so many things are "gods" or "goddesses", saying creation just makes more sense".

"Guess it does. So how long are you sticking to me, do I need to get a second room".

"I'm fine with a couch but there will be a ghost shield in your room so I won't need to be there".

"How'd that help".

"The shields are stronger plus they make a full sphere. The belt shapes to you so it's weaker".

"So solid shapes are stronger for protection. Good to know". Same goes for runes.

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"What's up". "Give me a minute". "John you good staying here for a while".

"Sure but you know Luci isn't coming. He hasn't in three months".

"Not leaving it to chance". "Yeah I'll be there".

"Dan, thank you for coming. This is our opponent, a man who goes by Doctor Alchemy. He was originally dealt with by flash however, he has recently found the philosopher stone which is why he has now become a league priority. We have asked for help of league associates as well due to his new found control".

"Who has he seen so far".

"Only flash and superman we are trying to hide his presence from other villains".

"Ok. I'll help only if I can get that stone".

"If we deny". Damn it Nabu.

"Then I'll steal it but still help. That thing is dangerous and should be returned".

"To whom". Like you don't know Nabu.

"Destruction. It's his stone".

"Very well".

"Really ?"

"Yes if you know the gems owner then it should be returned. However I would like said owner to come and collect his property rather than you gift it".

"Guess I could do that. Be a pain but it's possible". "What's the plan". Doubt destruction will enjoy that. Better hope you aren't risking reality for your pride.

"We will have two strike teams. Myself, Dan and Arrow will be the primary. Flash, superman and Wonder Woman will be secondary. Fate, Captain Marvel and ManHunter will be on evacuation and security father out will be other league associates". Seriously thought they'd leave me on the evac and patrol.

Really this dude stopped the flash and supes he looks poor. "Did you just try to kryptonite me. I'm not superman". Did he just ha, guess matter is useless. Especially if batman can't throw his damn boomerangs.
"Got anything for me". "I am not superman. Get new material".

"Please stop talking and fight him".

"Flash c'mon you always talk".

"Yeah but I'm funny".

"That's phantoms thing not mine. This guy is entertaining. Some what". "Dude can you just TRY something new. Like not Kryptonite". Is he shooting me with water ? "Well you tried".
"Bat do I end this ?"

"That is why we asked for you".

"Okay. That stone can't do complex structures you need its sister to do living matter. Now hand it over before I have you lose that hand".

"No it's mine and mine alone. MINE".

"Fine". Here's hoping he doesn't move. Ouch. "That do Bat".

"Yes. Thank you".

"Good see you later". Why'd they need me for that. Just a lightning strike and he'd be done.

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"You're back".

"Thanks for the warm welcome. I'm going to summon destruction you want to watch".

"Hell no".

"He won't hurt you he's peaceful".

"He's called destruction".

"Just to fit the theme his siblings have".

"And what's the "theme"".

"They all are the opposite of their control and start with the letter D".

"So death controls life ?"

"Pretty much it's her realm".

"Still no. I'm not getting on a pillars bad side".

"Don't worry about them not liking you worry about the opposite. I know a guy that's immortal because dream wants to see how long it takes for him to brake".

"Damned if you do".

"And damned if you don't. That's the way they run".

"Damn it".

"You want to watch ?"

"Fine. Lead the way".

"Kneel some of them like it, the others don't care so it's a precaution".

"Got it".

"I summon the one that ends all substance and creates all things. Destruction of the endless the one called Olethros".

"Hm. I see my niece has offspring. What can I do for you my. Great niece ?" Niece?

"I know of one that has your gem stone the one which transmutes matter. I have took care of the thief that stole it but there are those which hold it in the meantime".

"Bring it here".

"I'm afraid their offer was for them to hold your stone while I brought you to them".

"I refuse".

"Very well. I will go gather your stone I will be just a moment". Don't leave me with him please. THAT DAMN SMIRK.

"Fine make it quick". He brought me to entertain him didn't he. He's going to have me killed. "Who are you I can't see your relation to my niece".

"I'm a friend. Of Dan he allowed me to witness your summoning".

"Dan ? Is that my great-nieces name ?"

Uh. "I think he identifies as male so I believe he would be your grand-nephew. But yes his name is Dan". Please don't kill me for that.

"Hmm guess it would be. Thank you". Thank god for that.

"I am back. Here is your stone, I am sorry for having you w-". That's more fire than normal. "Not even a thank you. Guess he was busy. Want to grab some food ?"

"YOU LEFT ME WITH HIM".

"John not what I asked".

"Food and a drink".

"Got it c'mon, we're walking I've been flying too much recently". Good I wasn't wanting carried again.

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"Batman, I would like to study the philosopher stone we acquired".

"Dan has already given it to the rightful owner". Hmm.

"Hey Bats, why are we just letting him have the stone". Flash doesn't normally hang around for debriefings that must be why he has this time.

"He claims to know where the stones owner is. If we wish for Dan to join then we need to know he can be trusted this was a simple way to know how much Dan can be trusted". We also don't have ghost protection yet.

"So a test. Got it".

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"Hmm. John you go first I've got something to do".

"Fine but don't run off your paying for leaving me with him".

"Okay I'm good with that". . .
"Roy ?"

"Hey Dan been awhile I heard you were looking for Danny". What's in the bag ?

"Yeah. Why are you here star is a long way from here". And at Ellie's apartment building.

"Just wanted a second opinion".

"Are you and Ellie dating ?"

"No. No, not at all. I'm really just here for another perspective". Truth.

"Why Ellie".

"She knows I'm a hero but she isn't one. So she's an outsider".

"Okay, if you need to talk to me feel free. I've got nothing going on now".

"What about Danny".

"Got a promise from death he'll come back by himself. So if you need me don't be afraid to ask".

"Then can I ask you something right now".

"Yeah, sure, of course". Here's hoping I don't screw this up.

"Should I join the league". Damn I thought he was already a member.

"If they're letting you I say go for it"." If they're not then it's their loss, you can stay if you need an out". Is that good enough. This was always origins thing.

"Thanks, but I'm good star is my home"."they aren't letting me join yet they've been saying I'm too inexperienced and young".

"You need a logo to join the league don't you ?"

"No, just a name".

"Well you have one up on me then".

"You're joining the league".

"Not right now but once I've got a name of my own then I'll try. Think they might have a space for me, I was asked earlier to join a league mission".

"That alchemy guy ?"

"Yeah. The stone doesn't to complex structures so it had no effect on me". . ." Go spend time with Ellie she needs someone. I'll be around, if you Need me then just wave to a camera they'll send someone to talk and you can ask for me".

"Okay, thank you Dan". Is this why origin does it. Feels good. Must be what he's asking Ellie about.

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"Roy ?"

"The one and only. Mind if I come in".

"Okay, why are you here".

"If I didn't know better I'd think you didn't like me".

"Eh, I could go either way".

"Ouch, got any ice".

"For your burn or for the drinks".

"Both".

"Dick or Kaldur'ahm coming too".

"No his king is busy and Dick has Robin Duties".

"And I'm not allowed to meet Kid flash yet".

"Old flash is busy, league stuff. Causes normal stuff to pass to KF". Sounds like a bad trade.

"Always busy".

"Yeah. And he'd try flirting with you. I'm not one to torture"."not you anyway". Maybe I don't want it meet him.

"Aren't you a gentleman. Here's the ice and glasses. What did Ollie "give" you this time".

"For the sticks I got cranberry lemonade, I got them before I knew they weren't coming. For us I got some pineapple rum". Sounds nice.

"What would you give kid flash ?" I should try to know the guy since I can't meet him.

"Probably the rum higher calories and it won't work on him same as you".

"Metabolism ?"

"Yep you both have it going supersonic so I don't feel bad giving him any".

Chapter Text

"J'onn ? What can I do for you".

"There is another of my kind in captivity I would like you to help give them freedom".

"Do you know where ?"

"I am afraid not".

"Then how am I meant to find them".

"I believe you have some unnatural means of location".

"Only if I have something they owned or have some importance to them".

"Would this do". A doll ?

"Should, but if it isn't theirs or someone else's it won't". He doesn't look confident. "I'll get my other stuff then start". A map, some blessed chalk and the doll.

"Is that all that is required".

"Yeah this map is special. It's based off an item from the realms, we made it for location spells. This chalk is also blessed with magic of the hunt, it's great for locating".

"I see".

"I should start". He's trying to study what I'm doing.

"What do these runic symbols mean".

"Hidden, help, find, relation, owner, please, use, this. Since we don't know gender I need to use generic symbols, so there's a slight margin for error if multiple people owned this. The last few is so we have it appear on my map and not find the maps owner instead".

"What is the purpose of the "please" rune".

"That's just so the one who blessed the chalk agrees to help. He doesn't like me or origin, he thinks we don't deserve our power, still tries to hunt us though". Right. That's not a normal thing.

"I see".

"It's showing Siberia. You want me to go or are you going with league help".

"I will go. However I would like for you to join me".

"Are you sure I've got fire powers. Last I checked you Martians don't really deal with fire".

"Yes, however I do trust you".

Confident. That's a good sign. "Fine c'mon we can use the speeder that'll be faster than flying. It's also got a stealth mode so we won't be detected". He's happy ?

"Very well".

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"KF slow down between the crackling and how early it is nothing is getting through".

"Sorry. Flash left me with an angry Grodd and mirror master, they teamed up can you come help".

"Cloning ?"

"Cloning".

"Ok but I'm not in star right now".

"I'll come pick you up. Where too ?"

"Can't. I'll go to you".

"Please be quick".

"I will. Fast as I can".

"You're up ?"

"Yeah got hero stuff".

"Okay have fun. You need dropped off".

"Yeah, I was going to ask Dan but if you're offering".

"Oh".

"You were going to ask Dan too weren't you".

"Yeah. He's leaving soon though so you might want to hurry".

"Why can't you text him".

"He doesn't use a phone. His suit doesn't have pockets"."who you going to meet anyway".

"Kid Flash. He's got monkey problems".

"Problems ? Multiple ?"

"Yep".

"Hey Roy what's up". I wonder if Grodd is smaller than Dan.

"I need help going to central Kid Flash needs my help".

"Really. Okay, you going too Ellie". Please say no. I don't want Wally dying today.

"Yeah, I haven't met him yet".

"You got a name or mask".

"No but I've helped before".

"Get in you can fill me in on the way".

"Thanks Uncle Dan".

"Thank you Dan".

"Yeah, yeah. Tell me when you helped them".

"Some guy called brick and someone called breathtaker".

"Hm, good opponents how much help did you have".

"Aqualad stopped me from shocking her too much so she didn't die. But not much help otherwise she couldn't even do anything cause I don't need to breathe".

"You let her fight by herself". Sorry Wally turns out I can't help you.

"I didn't have much choice my arrows didn't do anything against brick. And the other one is a question for Kaldur".

"Sounds like you had fun Ellie". Thank god.

"Why's Martian here ?" He is ?

"I am sorry for hiding I did not wish to interrupt". Forgot he could do that.

"Needs me for a job".

"Getting paid ?"

"Nah hero job".

"Can I know what the job is ?"

"Turns out another Martian is on earth so we're going to see them". I wonder if they're like J'onn.

"They will be different than myself". Forgot about that.

"Cool, can I meet them after".

"Depends on them. You two want ground or you jumping".

"Ground. KF can't climb walls like old flash can".

"Got it, Have fun. Don't kill anyone who won't revive".

"Uh, okay".

"BYE".

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"Are we really leaving the children".

"Yeah your thing is more important. It's not like Ellie will be pushed around easily, I doubt flash and arrow will leave them alone for too long".

"This seems to be the place. You feel anything".

"I feel a presence however it is not Martian".

"Human ?" A nod good."you sure you felt a Martian".

"I did not feel their presence however they have sent me images and thoughts".

"Does the feel match".

"Afraid not. Are you confident your method lead to here".

"Yeah. You sure about the doll".

"Yes one of the images sent was a child playing with that very doll".

"Maybe it wasn't exactly theirs. Either way we should check this out. It's a hidden base that your telepathy can't go through".

"I agree with you. However if they created such a system then I believe our density shifting will be no use".

"Is that how yours works. I don't density shift, I just pass into the veil. We'll go together I can phase you if yours doesn't work".

"Thank you Dan". He's too excited about this.

"Don't go off yourself if they can keep one Martian they could probably keep a second".

"Yes that is highly likely".

White everywhere, it's definitely a lab with this amount of gear I'm guessing they've been keeping their "subject" "alive". That's blood, green blood. Martian must've seen it too, he's shaking. Rage and joy. Must be split from seeing he isn't alone and seeing that they've been injured.
"Theres still deeper try to keep your head". Just a nod. I feel bad making him do this
More white, how deep does this go.hm." It's getting thicker". Hm.

"She's near".

"What way". Left ? That's a wall. No door leading there from here. "Hold on a minute I'll stick my head through to check it out". He's still focused that's good.

Damn it he shouldn't see her like this. No one is near.
"Martian it's clear. Speak to them I can't speak Martian, tell her to not dive too deep into my head. I'll keep look out the cameras are video only so don't get close". Where's the door ?

"Damn it. J'onn. J'onn focus your a hero we can care after this is done. She's scared but she's hopeful. She's wanting us to help, if you need to act to get through this then act. Hey can you hear me". She's nodding. "Good. I'll let you in my head don't go farther okay".

>Hello.<

"Hi I'm Dan has he told you who he is".

>Yes, J'onn j'onzz he is the last green Martian.<

"And you're a white Martian".

>Yes.<

"You willing to stay with us while you heal".

>YES. . . Sorry.<

"It's fine didn't expect it to be so loud but I'm happy you're happy. Martian lets go the speeder is waiting".

>PLEASE NO. Please don't. Don't leave me. Not again.<

"I'm not leaving without you don't worry. I just need Martian in the right state of mind and to do that he needs to remember".

"I am alright Dan".

"Sure. Now then both of you give me your hands J'onn stay out of the view of the camera. Don't want the league getting caught". I can go invisible so they won't see me.

>Who ?<

"Don't worry. They'll help, they're more heros like the Martian here".

>Are you not a hero.<

"Not officially. But don't worry they're good". "Strap in we'll be going really fast. Is the watchtower empty ?"

"I believe a small briefing is being held on yesterdays matter. Although I have told our fellow teammates that we will be appearing with another possibly injured companion".

"Got a medbay set up then".

"Yes".

"You fine with space travel, it'll only be the outer orbit".

>Yes I will okay.<

"Great". Here's hoping batman will be polite. "I don't think I've ask for your name yet".

>I am M'gann M'orzz.<

"Nice to meet you M'gann".

>What are you ?<

"I am known as a realms being. We're mostly called ghosts".

>You're dead !<

"Technically. But don't worry about it".

>How can y-<

"I said don't worry about it. It's not that big of a deal, people die I was just lucky enough that it didn't stick".

"Dan are you certain that your vehicle can travel through space".

"Yeah I've tested it before".

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"Who the hell is that".

"Kid flash or the monkeys chasing him ?"

"The ones chasing".

"Grodd, apparently he and Mirror Master teamed up".

"Is Mirror Master the one watching".

"Yeah, if he reaches out shoot him".

"Got it"

"Hey who's this, is she helping, are we babysitting again please, say it's not babysitting I don't think I can handle that, Grodd and Mirror Master. WAIT IS SHE THE ONE I CAN'T MEET".

"Yes to helping and yes to being "the own you can't meet"". "Can't ?"

"Don't flirt with her I don't want you to die from her uncle".

"Awww speedy you really do care about me". Oh no MONKEY FI-.

"Do you just stand still and wait to be punched. Speedy is there rules this time".

"Don't kill, don't cause a hospital trip and don't shoot KF".

"Sorry to break it to you speeds but she doesn't have anything to shoot".

"Think Captain M and Aqualad".

"Lightning got it".

"You two mind if I play a little".

"Not my villains".

"Whatever you want baby". Damn it Wally.

"HEY MONKEY MAN". Annoying Grodd bold move.

"Does she have a plan. I'd like to know if she has a plan".

"She doesn't do plans. Best you get is knowing who she'll fight, right now looks like Grodd is on her hit list deal with Mirror Master I'll watch from here in case either of you need backup".

"Want me to grab you a pillow too".

"If you woul-" here I thought he was meant to be fun loving.

Lightning structures. She's got better just as good with weapons though. Those structures remind me of lanterns constructs, wonder if she's been taught by one of them. Who would've guessed Grodd was weak to ecto electricity.

"So what do I call you". . . . "What do you need his approval".

"No I just don't have a name yet".

"What were you grown in a test tube".

"So you Have Heard of me".

"Seriously".

"Got to go, see you later speedy. Tell the guys I said hi".

"Will do say the same to yours".

"So you two going out yet". ."ow".

"She's just nice talks the same to aqualad and Robin".

"What about the test tube thing ?"

"No idea. Hasn't been a topic of discussion". Will be next time though.

"How many "discussions" have you two had before".

"Come on. You know the silent treatment doesn't work on me". This is why I didn't want you two to meet.

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"J'onn maybe you should go first make sure everyone is prepared for us. I know a few who are less than polite, your Bat would probably like to know as well". She seems nervous.

"Yes I believe that would be a good idea".

"We'll wait here for you. You ok M'gann ?"

>I am ok.<

"If you don't want to meet them I can make you invisible".

>I will be alright.<

"Being alright doesn't matter. You've been captured you can choose what makes you comfortable now, so please tell me if you need anything ok?".

>Thank you.<

"If you Do need anything tell me".

>Of course.<

"Dan, M'gann".

"We good ?"

"Yes the league has been told, the medical bay is ready".

"Okay, you lead we'll follow".
The whole place looks like a medbay. Wonder how much they pay cleaners.
"You know, reading a persons mind is rude ManHunter. Especially when you're just going to laugh at me". Forgot I let them in, I have to keep that in mind.

"I apologise, but I assumed you meant that comment as a joke to relieve some anxiety".

"Let's say I did". Great, now they're both laughing at me.

>Thank you for your concern Dan.<

"No problem". "Looks like they want to welcome you".

>Are those the heros you were talking about.<

"Yeah, be careful about talking through their head's especially the one with pointy ears".

"It's nice to meet you M'gann". Guessing by the shock she's speaking through his head.

"M'gann not to be rude but it would be nice if you spoke to everyone".
Don't force it J'onn.

>I'm sorry.<

"It's fine. The Bat only likes secrets when there his".

>The Bat ?<

"Pointy ears and wearing black. He goes by Batman don't dig in his head".

"I can speak for myself Dan".

"That's the Bat. He likes being in charge".
Aww he's embarrassed and mad.

>Dan you may have broadcasted you thoughts.<

"I know".
It's funnier that way.

"Hm".

"Now, mind if we get some privacy so she can get proper treatment without a gallery of people". Did they not realise till now. . I thought flash was fast. . "J'onn how much of your and her biology do you know".

"Not much I'm afraid".

"I'll summon an expert on every biology". I hope frostbite knows martian biology.

"May I ask who".

"Frostbite he's a good medic also knows everything about my biology. He loves learning if he doesn't know now he'll know later, best bet if we don't have a Martian biologist or a medical expert with a keen knowledge on non humans".

>Is he a ghost too.<

"A ghost and a yeti. You'll love him he's like a teddy bear, he's loud though so be prepared. You two might need to stand back chalk doesn't work so I'll need to use my fire".

>Fire ?<

"My hair isn't just for style. I can use fire like chalk, stay back though this fire will be hot".

"Can you please inform me on what the symbols mean this time".

"Sure just don't copy it frostbite is a busy man. I'll go clockwise. frost, bite, chief, leader, far frozen, patient, not human, help. Stand back a bit farther the flames will shoot up then dissipate instantly and be replaced with a frozen cold that'll make space jealous".

"HELLO DAN".

"Hey frostbite, I've got a patient for you she's a Martian got injured. Think you can help". He looks mad. "It was human I won't lie to you. But it's not anyone near I'll get them back don't worry just focus on her ok ?"

"OF COURSE".

"M'gann speak verbally for now and introduce yourself".

"It's nice to meet you sir I am M'gann M'orzz, I am a white Martian I was injured in a lab".

"I SEE-"

"Frostbite can you talk a bit quieter she's had a long day".

"I am sorry. I see you can change form would you please rest in the form most comfortable for you, so I can examine you".
It's so he can see where the injury is and because he can tell you're nervous.

"Will this do". Martians are taller than I thought.

"Yes if that is your resting form".

"Mr frostbite what is it that you know of Martian biology". We don't have anyone better J'onn.

"I have had quite a few Martian visitors over the years although they were with the realms".

"That means they were ghosts when they visited. But he gets paid in knowledge so she'll be in safe hands. M'gann are you alright with just frostbite seeing you I'd like to give you some privacy for this".
You deserve some privacy.

"I would like you both to stay. If that is allowed".

"Of course it is. I told you that you can ask for anything". Seems J'onn agrees.

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"So we can all go next time".

"Yeah. Since they've met now we don't need to worry about it, plus it'll be funny to see his reaction to Dan".

"What did Dan say about Ellie joining you guys".

"Ellie let slip that she helped us fight before kept your mission secret though. So Kaldur might get a guest soon, but he seemed ok with it as long as she didn't kill anyone".

"That's all he cares about ?".

"That's what all of them care about. Only difference Ellie didn't need a mask or a name to hide behind".

"That seems like a poor decision".

"Yeah but it's worked for Clark, plus everyone in amity already knows her ID so there won't be anymore harm caused. Kinda like you Kaldur".

"Yeah it is".

"I haven't seen that our situations align in such a way".

"No wonder she likes you better than Cap M".

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"So she's fine now ?"

"Yes it would appear so. I recommend rest as well as some gauze and cream for the current scars, but otherwise M'gann appears to be in perfect health".

"Glad to hear it what's the payment".

"No payment I am happy that I was able to practice what I have learned".

"That would be a poor practice".

"J'onn don't try to pay he just likes helping people especially when he can learn. You want sent back by me frostbite".

"If you'd please Dan".

"Can I get an explanation on what it is you're doing Dan".

"A little magic from frostbite lets the rip locate the far frozen, he can't open the realms himself so I'm doing it so he can go home".

"I thank you Dan, and I thank you M'gann for allowing me the privilege of using my knowledge". Respectful as always.

"Thank you mr frostbite".

"Of course my dear". Hm white martians blush purple. Wonder if J'onn is the same or is it green?

"M'gann since you just need some rest and bandages you won't need to stay up here. So would you like to be on earth or up here".

>Where will you two be.<

"I'm on earth that's where my life and family is".

"I call the watchtower my home".

>Can I stay here ?<

"Of course if that is what makes you comfortable". Why are you confused. Oh.

"J'onn I think she means in the watchtower not the medbay". Guessing by that look he thought it was the medbay.

>Is that not allowed.<

"We have many rooms in the watchtower you may choose any of the vacant rooms". Guess his blushing is green.

>Thank you.<

"M'gann do you mind if J'onn and I speak for a second".

>Of course not.< She seems anxious.

"What would you like to speak about Dan".

"This feels like a league decision
after all M'gann isn't a hero and while I agree she needs a home up here isn't it. The watchtower isn't a home it's a base, she shouldn't be forced into hero work just because she's up here especially since it's humans that hurt her". She's barely away from that lab.

"I believe so as well. However it is her decision".

"I know that J'onn but she's a kid it would be unfair to take her out a lab that was experimenting on her only to toss her into a fight". Martians don't have healing factors. She needs time to heal. . . Jazz is rubbing off on me.

"I will not allow M'gann to join us until she has healed".

"Good. If you need me you know where I am". . "M'gann I'm going home if you need me just ask J'onn he knows how to reach me".

>ok thank you for everything Dan.<

"You are very welcome. It was a pleasure meeting you".

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"So you've been spending the weekends with her".

"Yeah".

"And I wasn't invited because she'd like me more".

"No it's because you'd try hitting on her and we think that would be a death sentence".

"Seriously". "Wait is that why you said you two aren't dating".

"We're not dating".

"Really I thought you were". Seriously Dick you too.

"We're not".

"The target is approaching".

"Good this stakeout is taking forever". Same with this discussion.

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"Dan, why do you want us".

"I need a lab "discovered" they've experimented on a martian GIW type stuff".

"On it".

"Where".

"Siberia. Here's the map I used".

"So that's where it went".

"Sorry, needed it. Manhunter didn't know where they were he just had a doll, had to use some of skulkers chalk too".

"Did you put it in the record". Right.

"No I forgot I had to do that". . "Will you stop with the looks it hasn't even been a day since I've used it".

"What's the lab called".

"Don't know didn't find any papers. I'm guessing it's off books only tech was computers and stuff to stop martian powers plus some classic stuff".

"GIW tech ?"

"No, Not ecto tech. Normal lab stuff from how she looked and some Martian power dampers.".

"You remembered ?" How she looked.

"Female white martian. Her name is M'gann M'orzz of course I did".

"You asked her name ?"

"Yes I asked. I get that I'm meant to be mean and intimidating but she's a kid. She didn't deserve that treatment". A kid. Why's it always kids.

"Dan you don't need to justify it. We're just surprised. When you went around the world it was near impossible for you to talk about anything or anyone you saw".

"Yeah cause all that I saw and dealt with before. I never saw her past or future. It's likely she died before anyone could find her. Before I done anything". "I don't need a hug just tell me when the lab is discovered I'm going to destroy it". Good.

"We'll be here when you need us".

"I'll message you when they find it".

"Go rest".

"I will once you let me go". . "Thank you". Guess a little bit of Danny is still there.

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"Hey what's up".

"KF wants to meet you. You busy".

"Depends, is it everyone or just Kid Flash".

"I thought it would be good for a small joint mission".

"A real mission or a dad said to watch this guy".

"Second option. Batman wants something looked into".

"Why are all of you watching".

"Robin got bored. KF wanted food but took too long and Robin got bored. Aqualad was too focused so Robin got bored again. And since we're all in one place I figured why not do introductions and a mission".

"You got a room or something. Last I check you aren't meant to be screaming names off rooftops".

"Got a room and thanks to KF we also got food. Robin loves to scream his name off rooftops it's how we met". Technically.

"HEY".

"I'm guessing that was him".

"Yep he's trying to steal my phone now".

"Good luck. Send me where you guys are I'll come by".

"Is she coming ?"

"Yeah, once I tell her where we are".

"Better hope hatter doesn't start moving".

"Thanks for the jinx Wally. Now he'll definitely move".

"Quiet he'll here us".

"You're paranoid Robin. We've been louder than that and he didn't notice". Yet you've changed to hero names.

"He's the mad hatter. Sane people run, crazy people wait so they can check if the voices are real or not".

"If he heard us he would be running he's fought batman before".

"We are not batman".

"Yeah we're a bunch of meddling kids. We've heard it before aqualad". Damn it.

"Robins right. He's waiting".

"Cheshire I hear you". Damn it.

"Think that's you R".

"No it's definitely you KF". Laughing and hiding, sounds like Robin.

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"Hey Uncle Dan could you take me to Gotham".

"What for it's the middle of the night".

"Dick, Roy, Kaldur'ahm and kid flash are having a stakeout. I want to join".

"Fine get in the speeder I'll be there in a minute". This is why I drink coffee. Damn kid.

"Thanks".

"That's all you're bringing. It's a little light".

"It'll only be for a day".

"Stakeouts normally last longer than that, your target might be on the move as well so you'll need more clothes than what you've got now". Learned that when I killed riddler and cluemaster.

"You done this before ?"

"Yeah some of the villains and league members were difficult to catch took time before they were all wiped".

"You mean difficult to kill".

"Same difference".

"Not to the league".

"Doesn't matter. You going to take more clothes or not". Why couldn't Jazz do this.

"I've got school tomorrow. One set will be plenty".

"Fine. I'll be nearby if you need me".

"Don't you trust us".

"Not at all". "If you have school you'll need picked up I'm not waking up early just to take you back to amity".

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"Hello ?" Who's that.

"Dan who's that".

"M'gann ? You should be resting. How did you even get the speeders signal, the league doesn't have it".

"I told her Dan".

"J'onn ? How'd you get it".

"Mr Foley, gave me access once I explained why it was needed".

"Fine. M'gann this is my niece Ellie. Ellie this is the Martian me and J'onn saved". Saved ?

"It's nice to meet you".

"It is a pleasure to meet you as well". Where is she. looks like a medbay, but those walls are normally white.

"Why'd you call ?"

"I was told that it is polite to ask permission for". Did she cut herself off ?

"Don't worry about Ellie. What do you want to ask". Is Martian holding her hand.

"May I be allowed to stay with you ?"

. . . . He's frozen.

"Ow, would you not". . Damn it. "Not you M'gann this brat just stabbed me".

"STABBED".

"Only a little bit".

"It's fine we heal fast. If you want to stay with me that's fine but it's not exactly a normal place".

"That is fine". She looks happy ? How does a Martian smile.

"Ellie hand".

"What now".

"A promise. M'gann I'll come to the watchtower tomorrow you ok for the night".

"Yes, I will be alright". She was quick to hang up.

"What promise ?"

"I don't want her forced into hero work, I don't want the boys to know about her. They're nice but I know they would relate her to Martian Manhunter. She deserves to be different than him". Like us.

"So you want me to promise to keep her secret".

"Yeah. It's not that I don't trust them, but if she knows only heros she'll start to act like a hero".

"Kinda like us and Dandy".

"Like you. I was forced into hero work". Yeah right. You were both invisobill. "I don't want her to be a hero. Not until she heals at least".

"Okay I swear it. What do you mean by saved and heal".

"Lab. Experiments. Similar to what the GIW tried". Only reason they "tried". Was because we started a war once Dandy couldn't be found.

"Are you going to destroy that lab". Please say I can join.

"Once it's been Discovered. That'll let the league work through it then I won't need to worry about killing their "specimens"". He looks sick.

"Can I test some skills in it".

"How about I'll teach you my wail we can use it as ground zero". Seriously.

"Really".

"Don't see why not. I'll get some lunches and we can train till it's destroyed or you stop passing out. Whatever comes first".

"Can we bring my teachers so they can see".

"Maybe no promises".

"Ellie, this it ?"

"Yeah it matches what Roy sent me".

"Okay. I'll change the speeder to blend. You tell the boys we're here".

"What you changing it to".

"Don't know yet. But the bright green and silver doesn't match I'm not making it invisible I could just imagine you guys hitting your face against it".

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"Ellie ?"

"Yeah she's here".

"Why do you do that every time".

"It's funny to see you jump, where's the others". It always gets higher.

"Downstairs. you want to see them ?"

"I'll bring her down, doubt you can lift her".

"Lift her ?"

"She's sleeping. Why'd it take so long for you to come here if you were just below". It was over an hour.

"We weren't. We are now".

"Target moved ?"

"It was mad hatter he heard us, ran away had to catch up".

"You ruined the stakeout". Who talks loud enough to get caught during a stakeout? Kid flash, it'll be him. Why'd I even ask.

"not really, it was just hatter that saw us. It's the whole bar we're watching".

"But you all left when hatter ran so the stakeout is ruined. Anyone could've left while you guys were chasing".

"Not all of us. I was just too busy to tell the others Ellie was on the roof". She only text you. Are they really not dating.

"Guess I underestimated you guys. Get Ellie's bag I'll lift her".

"Dan ?" Good she's awake now.

"Never mind. Ellie, I'm out here Roy's here too". Must've not felt me near.

"Okay".

"Give her a few she'll wake up fully. I'll be staying up here don't wake me unless you need me".

"Thanks Dan".

"Ellie. Take a card for everyone".

"We'll be fine". Not my rule.

"I know. But it doesn't matter Jazz will kill me if you don't".

"Card ?"

"A summoning circle is printed on them, put it somewhere you'll get injured and they'll summon me once blood hits it, the more blood on it the faster I'll respond". The damn ringing gets too loud.

"But we won't need them cause all we're doing is watching people".

"You will because if one person finds you, you'll need to make sure they don't tell anyone else. That means you have a chance to be injured meaning Take a card for everyone".

"Fine".

"Don't pout you know how Jazz is, she'll try and kill me, if she doesn't succeed Sam will".

"Yeah. Yeah, "she's done it before"". Damn right.

"What ?"

"Don't worry about it just a joke Dandy and Dan share". It's a damn good one.

This is going to be a long night.

"What do you want".

"We were just wondering where you were". Sure.

"Robin, leave me alone". "That Kid flash hiding".

"Yeah, he wanted to say hi".

"Hm. Leave me alone, Ellie already woke me up to bring her here, I know the dead don't normally sleep but I do". I don't need all you kids ruining my sleep schedule.

"Sorry. Do you want to come down and sleep in a bed".

"You kids have fun I'll stay up here".

"You sure we got soundproofing".

"Soundproofing ? Is that so the other tenets don't get disturbed".

"Yeah, lets us be louder without giving us away". Sure, that's why hatter ran.

"I'm good up here have fun". I'm not ruining Ellie's play date. Not again.

-----

"So that was Ellie's Dad".

"Technically. It's her dads clone but he's treated like family so Ellie calls him uncle". Bet that doesn't get confusing.

"How does a guy get that big".

"Didn't you just fight Grodd".

"Yeah but that was Grodd he's a gorilla that was just a guy like an incredibly normal guy". Minus his size. Obviously.

"He's a big softie don't worry".

"Aren't you meant to be setting up with aqualad and speedy". How'd she get behind us.

"They got boring".

"They sent you up here to make sure we don't screw up didn't they".

"That would be horrible of them to do such a thing. . . You're 100% correct. What did you two do".

"Just showed KF the big guy. He hid like a baby". He was Huge.

"That was a normal reaction".

"Only normal for you then. Robin, speedy and the rest of amity didn't run and hide".

"Then you're the weird ones. How do you see a guy built like that without being scared".

"You see ones bigger".

"Nope". "Don't tell me".

"Good you're all back, did KF insult Dan". Like I would.

"He hid".

"Is that insulting ?" Hope not.

"Nope just rude". Thank god. Wait.

"Is he going to kill me".

"Why would he. He didn't even talk to you, yet".

"Yet ? Does he want to talk".

"He'd rather avoid any and all conversations that involve emotions". Like Batman.

"Sounds like Bruce". Does she know.

"I thought more Oliver". So she does.

"Wait a minute. Does she know Everything, Everything".

"Yeah". Why'd you all say it.

"Don't worry Dan knows everything I just know a lot since these guys can't lie".

"We can lie. You've just got a built in lie detector, a really good one".

"Wait does that mean you guys got your identities revealed before me".

"I blame Oli".

"Same here. Can I get a name or you going to keep it secret until I force you". That's not a good smile.

"Wally".

"The worst Disney movie really ?"

"Wally with a Y not Wall-E".

"Is he normally this dull".

"Yeah".

"HEY".

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"Martian you there ?"

"Yes Dan I can hear you".

"Good. Does M'gann know about amity and its quirks".

"I have not informed M'gann about amity".

"Not even that she'll be welcomed as she is".

"No, I have not informed her of such".

"I'll stop by the watchtower close to the afternoon. Ellie wanted to join the kids on a stakeout".

"I see, would you like for myself to escort M'gann towards and through amity". Don't need to be a mind reader to know what you're thinking Martian.

"No I'd rather do it she'll be staying with me plus I've still got a roommate".

"Constantine ?"

"Yeah he's not wanting to leave until he studies everything. He hasn't made any new deals so I've trusted him for now, still steals my food though".

"I see, would you prefer M'gann stay with me". J'onn tell her that you'll miss her.

"I don't mind her staying, the spare room I've got isn't furbished though".

"Would you prefer if I bring furniture along with M'gann". J'onn just ask to stay in amity. Or ask her to stay with you.

"J'onn I'm not taking her away from you, you can visit as long and as frequently as you want I'll even give you a key. If you don't have anything to do we can all go and get stuff". Vald will pay he always does.

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"What the hell". Damn brat. "Time to go back".

"Mhm".

"Then get off me".

"No warm".

"I'm making coffee then we'll go. Did you say bye ?"

"Okay".

"Did you say bye, brat".

"Mmm". That isn't an answer.

"DAN". Damn kids.

"What".

"Ellie's g-"

"Ellie is here. Don't shout".

"When did she come up". They're all awake now.

"Don't know, I woke up and she was clinging to me like a koala. I'm just glad I could move her this time". When are they leaving ?" You all want took back home".

"Yes please".

"I'll be faster". The other two agree with Dick.

"Get in. Kaldur'ahm does Ellie have class in Atlantis".

"I believe so. I do not have class today".

"Dick tell Bruce I'll be dropping you off. Same goes for Oli, Arthur and Barry". I don't want the league to hunt me.

"You know".

"Keep up Wally, I know everything about heros and villains".

"Everything ?"

"Just sit down. Coffee is there if you want it don't touch anything that's green".

"Coffee".

"Make it yourself brat".

"Warm". Coffee will heat you up too.

"Should've packed warmer clothes".

"I'll make her coffee I've done it before".

"Ecto".

"Don't claw at me. Roy bring that green box too". "Thanks".

"Yours".

"Get it yourself. I'm driving".

"I'll get it, just tell me what to do".

"Purple vail, Don't touch any of the green that'll come out. Pour it into the coffee". "Not that one, the small one. Give me the small blue one too".

"Here ?"

"EEE". Good thing the shielding was on or she would've flown out.

"You awake now".

"WHAT THE HELL DAN".

"I'll take that as a yes". "Thanks Roy, I can actually move around now". She'll really enjoy that coffee now.

"You're welcome ?"

"What just happened". Are all flash's this slow.

"The blue vail has ice ecto the small one feels like a trip into the arctic we don't carry the big ones anymore".Damn it. "Brat get off me". I don't need a hat.

"Nope you deserve it now". You better not spill coffee in my hair.

"What about the purple".

"It's fire, the small one has enough to keep coffee hot. The big one will melt most living matter".

"You just keep that".

"Yeah it's useful. I mainly use it when I've used too much power it bypasses the contract I've got so I can ignore it for a minute". Barry must've not told him, he's confused.

"You mean the one you've got with Danny ?"

"Yeah the power increase makes the contract freeze for a minute. That was one of the loopholes Danny and clockwork gave us".

"Dick, this it". Gotham has way too many mansions.

"Yeah. See you guys later".

"Ellie your next. Do you have class in Atlantis or amity".

"Atlantis".

"Kaldur'ahm you fine waiting till we pass back through amity".

"Yes I could wait".

"We can wait too".

"Nope".

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"M'gann ? Are you awake ?"

>Yes.<

>I have brought breakfast.<

>Thank you I will get it in a moment.<

>Very well. Dan has told me he will be arriving past 1 o'clock and will take you shopping for furniture as his vacant room is currently empty.<

>Okay.<

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"J'onn, Is everything okay I thought you were both meeting me"

"Yes, however M'gann has not left the room I have given her".

"Show me where she is I can wait".

"I will join you".

"Do you have someone prepared to cover for you".

"Yes".

"Then we'll wait".

"I'll be back in a minute J'onn". . . "What's up Jazz".

"Are you in amity".

"No, I'm with the Martian I was speaking about yesterday. She'll be staying in amity for a bit". If we can get her out that room.

"We found the lab".

"Who runs it".

"We don't know yet, Tuck says that the lab only has two security cards guard and scientist".

"Nothing else ?" There wasn't many people. I thought that was just incase M'gann tried to mind wipe them.

"The guards have two levels but from what we've seen it's just a mix of both". A guard and scientist ?

"When would that be useful, even the GIW keeps those separate. . I'll call you back I need time to think". Why and When would a guard become a scientist or the other way.

"Okay, I'll keep you updated".

"Thanks Jazz".
When would that be useful. Jack and Maddie were similar but they stayed as both, the only thing that done was make them biased rather than objective. They hated Phantom so they hunted, but it left them thinking that All ghosts are evil and malicious but it kept them inventing making new ways to capture ghosts. The hell are they doing. Is there others ? The league need to work through it before I let Ellie near it. I could go myself I haven't took that stone off Diana yet it'll give me a quick way out or I could use some villains to help. No that'll be dumb, especially if I want to join the league. Damn it origin why'd you leave me as a hero.

>Dan ?<

"J'onn. What's wrong".

>I would like to ask about your thoughts.< He heard all of that I'll need to remember in future.

"Jack and maddie were me and origins parents they hunted ghosts, that included us they tried to capture and experiment on every ghost they could we kept letting them go. They hated every ghost to them ghosts were vengeful and evil they were right sometimes, they invented new technologies and tools to help but it was pointless when we knew how to unlock or release the ghosts anyway. They started to hate Phantom more than the rest, took awhile before they knew anything".

>Dan ?<

"Hello M'gann. . . Did you hear me though the door".

>Do you really think there are others in that lab.< she heard my thoughts then.

"I don't know. J'onn did you feel anything".

"I am afraid not". You didn't feel M'gann either.

"It doesn't make sense. They know you've escaped yet Tuck and Technus still found them, they should've ran should've erased their existence. I'll look after we get you comfortable in amity". If Bat is as smart as he thinks he'll find it through Tucks leaks.

>Are we going for furniture.<

"Yeah and anything else you'll need"."speaking of which why were you stuck in your room for so long".

>I am sorry, I was distracted.< .Is that-

"Hello Megan ?" J'onn must've had them up here to study human culture.

>Yes it was quite fascinating.<

"Jazz is going to love you". If she can ignore her therapist senses.

>Who ?<

"My sister, she loved that show. She had a character chart labelled with every episode that had the cast act differently than normal". Done the same with us too.

>Really ?< She sounds happy.

"Yeah. You can ask her when we're done getting your room filled out".

>What should we buy.<

"Anything even if you don't stay long it'll be good to have that room filled, but if you want to keep things that's fine".

>Really ? You would buy me anything I ask for.<

"Yeah I don't see why not. Let's get to the speeder and we can talk more". "J'onn you're invited too, I don't know what Martians need".

>Thank you Dan.<

"M'gann you ready ?" Nervous and scared. "You'll be fine amity welcomes all".

>I will be alright. Thank you Dan.< Still scared, it'll pass. Hopefully.

"Welcome to amity park the worlds most haunted city. It's also the only place with a library bigger and more dense than Alexandria"."before it burned down".

>Where are we going.<

"The mall and some other stores, whatever you find interesting we can checkout too".

>Really ?<

"Yeah, but first let's drop off your bag and introduce you to my roommate".

>Roommate.<

"Yeah the guy is staying with me because he made a bad choice and dealt with Lucifer".

"John you here". The books are out. "The empty room is that one, J'onn could you help her". Good, now.

"BLOODY HELL".

"Stop passing out on my couch with my mug".

"You didn't need to bloody burn me".

"I didn't burn you, yet. We have guests make yourself presentable". "Martian manhunter and another martian her name is M'gann she'll be staying. Act nice".

"Two aliens staying now".

"You're legally an alien. Only M'gann is staying, she didn't have a good experience with humans before you'll be better, right".

"Yeah yeah, bad how".

"The morons outside the shield". He hasn't got to that yet. "Mad scientist type". That's got him.

"Damn. Fine I'll play nice".

"Good. We're going to get furniture and other stuff for her I'll be back later. I'll bring food".

"Dan ?"

"Manhunter".

"Please call me John, when I am like this". Default looking enough where no one could tell at a glance. It's a good disguise.

"Amity has welcomed you before". Why'd you change.

"Yeah that's the problem".

"Yes however my public persona is one of John jones I would like for you to know that".

I wanted you to be an example for M'gann that amity will accept her.

>M'gann has stated that she felt uncomfortable as a Martian among humans.< so you are showing she'll be accepted, but not as her.

"M'gann are you okay".

>Yes.<

"John said you were uncomfortable being yourself".

>Yes.<

"M'gann if you're too uncomfortable to be out in amity I could go look for furniture while you and John get to know each other". Not manhunter.

>No, I would like to join. I am trying to find an identity.<

"M'gann, you don't need one right now. You can be nameless while we walk".

>I believe the faster I find a name the faster I will find an identity.<

"You're a kid, you can be reckless and rash. J'onn and I will still be here if you change whether it's your name or look".

>Thank you Dan.<

"If you want a name I could give you one".

>Would you ?<

"If that'll make things easier".

"Please".

"Your martian name is M'gann it sounds like a human name too".
It's also a name in that show.

>Megan.<

"Yeah. That's what I'd choose for a name, Megan. Your last name could stay, but if you want you could be a Fenton".

>You would allow me your family name.<

"My sister will love you, same goes with Ellie. Danny my younger self, he always loved space if you carried his name, our name". He might forgive me. "He would love you too".

>I accept. Thank you Dan.<

"No problem. Megan Fenton".

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"Robin what did you find".

"Nothing. No one in or out the whole night, no traps were triggered. Ellie abandoned the stakeout and went inside, she didn't see or find anything other than shipping containers".

"That's the second night nothing has happened".

"Are you sure it's the right place. Penguin could be shipping to and from anywhere in Gotham, most cops are on his payroll and most civilians won't go near anything he's tied to".

"Everything pointed to there. I'll check after patrol, tomorrow we both go".

"Okay".

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"You two really aren't dating".

"Nope".

"You made her coffee".

"Being nice doesn't mean we're dating".

"You were the first to offer yourself to Dan so you could make her Special coffee". Dan wouldn't hurt us, Ellie might've if she didn't get her coffee.

"Just because it had ecto doesn't make it special".

"You've all been saying "ecto" what is ecto".

"Blood of realms beings flash has a drive of info". So does most of the league.

"SHE HAD BLOOD COFFEE".

"It was like a transfusion for her".

"How do you know that".

"We've all talked. Remember you weren't invited".

"Right. Am I invited next time".

"Don't see why not. Just don't flirt, either she'll shock you or Dan will burn you".

"Burn me ?"

"The fire ecto was his blood".

"Wait. You're telling me that he has fire blood and someone else has Ice blood".

"Yeah. Ellie has lightning blood."

"What the hell".

"Yeah, that's how it goes".

"So you've all just been confused and disturbed this whole time".

"Yeah. The ghosts and reality shattering questions just pile up with anyone from amity". Even civilians are weird.

"Do I want to know".

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"Take care of her J'onn I'll be back by sunrise". If I don't find anything.

"I will. Thank you for searching".

"Of course". "If you need anything ask team phantom they'll be happy to help you. Hopefully M'gann can sleep well tonight".

"Dan ?"

"Hey. I need to use the speeder tonight".

"The lab ?"

"Yeah. They shouldn't be there, they should've ran".

"Dan, not everyone will run just because you were there". That's not why they should've ran.

"Manhunter couldn't feel M'gann until we got deeper. If they only held M'gann then they should be looking for her, they should've had more security for her but they didn't. It doesn't make sense, not unless they held more, more people, more martains I don't know. But it would be the only reason they're not doing anything to find M'gann".

"Not publicly".

"Are they looking privately".

"Go to the lab, I left it open on yours".

"I'm still going. But thanks".

"Dan ? What are you doing up aren't you taking M'gann to school tomorrow". Jazz I'm a grown man I don't need a bedtime. Just coffee.

"Manhunter is going, got John enrolled too. But that lab needs to be looked through".

"So that's why Tuck used your computer. He said to leave it open for when you come by".

"What are you doing in the lab. Last I checked Tucks is twice as good".

"They use the same system". Tuck wouldn't be caught dead using standard tech.

"Sure". What did Tuck leave on my computer.

"Technus said some of the kids made an antivirus so now he can't get into the system".

"So he's asked you to clean it".

"Told me to". Is he trying to die again.

"Want me to fire him".

"I've got Tucks virus".

"What one". They're looking for a hero with phasing powers.

"The trojan".

"You're punishing Tuck more than Technus. He'll need to work double". One other than manhunter.

"Val said she'll take over".

"Get a medic on standby then".

"She's got better. The kids like her more than Technus, she's worked on her suit too so she's a good teacher".

"I'll believe you for now. Has the GIW moved".

"Not that we've seen. Why ?"

"Look at this".

"They think you did it".

"The GIW think I done it. The actual lab doesn't think they're serious".

"Who does".

"True. Point is we need to keep eyes on them, we can't let them pass ecto weapons to others if they do we have to hope they won't be competent". It'll be an arms race for an ecto nuke.

"We'll keep an eye out".

"Get Technus pointing in. We need him if we want to watch the whole planet".

"I won't use the virus".

"The Trojan is fine the others would keep him out longer. You picked the right one". . . "I'm going to that lab I'll see you in the morning".

"Be careful. They know you exist".

"If a whole world knew I existed and couldn't do anything, a lab that doesn't know me can't do anything". That look. "I'll be careful Jazz. If I'm not back by the afternoon feel free to send everyone".

"I'll tell Ellie if you don't come back". Hm.

"That's not a good threat. Ellie will annoy me anyway". I won't hear the end of it if I get caught. "I'll see you later".

"It's ready".

"Stocked ?"

"Everything but Danny's vails. We don't have a lot in store so ration them, did you see it". We should take them out the kit. Just for now.

"They're looking for me not her or manhunter". It's probably so they can update their system.

"Still looking. If they see you the GIW will get involved".

"I'm healthy Tuck, I doubt their cameras can understand ecto pulses".

"Always a chance they have good slowmo cameras". Slowmo doesn't make for good security.

"My rate isn't that spaced". "Thanks for looking. Jazz will probably tell you, but if I'm not back by afternoon you guys can send everyone".

"Even skulker ?"

"Only those in the mortal realm". I don't need Pandora or Wulf killing humans to free me.

The league is watching me I can see that beam from here, bet Clark is listening. "Supes you don't need to hide". "Damn it. Did you need to cover me in debris". Worked better than I thought.

"Sorry, I don't really have control over what comes with me". You would if you flew higher.

"It's fine, what do you want".

"J'onn told us what you're doing.
I was meant to be watching from a distance". Damn it J'onn.

"Who and how many". Minus you and whatever lantern you've got.

"Me, hawk girl, and green lantern". Only you three.

"Go home I don't need you guys". Not like I'm going in guns blazing.

"We're just making sure you're safe".

"I don't need you to Supes. Lantern will blind me, you're too much of a big name and I know hawk girl is too hot headed for this".

"Dan you're a friend we want to help".

"You can help when I don't show in amity, I've already told Jazz and Tuck that if it's past the afternoon and I'm not back they can send anyone to help me get out".

"You can't go in by yourself".

"Damn it". "Will you turn off that damn ring I can't see. This is why you guys can't come".

"Open the van and I will". What one is that.

"Sit on the roof. You aren't joining me".

"Why". I'm not an idiot. If I let you in I won't get rid of you.

"I'm going for a search and rescue mission you three stand out too much, or in your case blind me too much for a successful mission".

"We'll swap with batman, green arrow and J'onn". She's more accepting than I thought. Must be ruining her night.

"They've got kids to watch. I can go myself". "I don't need a babysitter or anyone who can't be invisible and phase, you three will only slow me down".

"We could go through the base together. As the league". So now it's a priority.

"I'm not league affiliated. I was going to wait for you all to give it a pass through but J'onn told me when you had it planned, I'm not waiting till Christmas to find another kid was stolen from their home". Not that you'd tell the public.

"We can move it up. That was when we had the most league members available". Don't lie, you needed permission.

"Just let Me do this. If you all want to wait till the "scientists" finish with their "subjects" then wait". They look disgusted. Good.

"We couldn't. We need to be the league to go, if we go ourselves Russia could start a war ju-"

"I know that". "It's why I was willing to wait".

"What's changed". This is getting annoying, is lantern going to question everything. Still in that damn costume.

"A hunch". "The labs actions don't make sense, they aren't looking for M'gann or J'onn just me, meaning they know they're tech works". They know Martians can't bypass their system.

"A hunch".

"Is it that difficult to believe. We've dealt with labs and lunatics since I died". Why does everyone give that guilty look.

"Dan, you can't go yourself".

"I'll be fine Clark, they can't do worse than the GIW".

"We'll be on call incase you're not".

"About time you gave me a standard comm". "Amity will call before I do". Doubt they'll leave me be.

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"Where's the demon". Where'd he place the damn coffee.

"He is busy working".

"League ?"

"Yes".

"What for this time". Only tea, damn it. It'll do, for now.

"It would be unwise to disclose that information".

"He's told me the rest of his jobs. It's not a real league job is it".

"The league will be helping Dan with his work". You've got a bad poker face John.

"The kid ?"

"I will be taking Megan to school tomorrow if Dan does not return by morning".

"I could take her. I'm starting class tomorrow".

"You are in school ?" Don't sound so surprised.

"Technically, Demon said they've got classes about magic figured I'd take advantage since I'm here". And safe from Luci.

"I see".

"You're reading my mind again aren't you". Maybe they can teach me how to stop you.

"I apologise".

"And you didn't help me find the coffee. I'm disappointed John".

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Still there. I told them, he can't hide. They're lucky I can't shout since I'm at the lab, can he hear talking from there ? "Kal, stop following me I can see the beacon". He took the ring off. "I still know you're there I'm not a goldfish". The snow blew off. "And hawk girl ?" We really need a good telescope in here. Hm, oh the comm.

Big blue : We're all gone.

PF-2 : That's my user, seriously. I don't believe you Kal-el.

Big blue : Blame arrow he made the account.

PF-2 : I mean I don't believe you about leaving not the user. If I see a league member near the lab I'll leave them at Walkers prison.

Big blue : Walkers prison ?

PF-2 : Don't worry about it. Just know you won't be able to escape until I show up.

Less people than before, is it because I already broke in or is it cause their main study is gone.
Hm, why's the security room here, no guards.

It's definitely a trap, they know I can "phase" why would they use normal bars. Isn't any ecto near, they didn't trust the GIW.

Another cell ?
Not a cell, it's a morgue. What did they do tests on that's this big, it's empty ?
Damn it. How many is it, if it lost too many we're screwed. It knows we exist, it knows where we exist. Damn it. I need to tell the league.

Someone's coming.

"What's the point of this again it'll just come back". Damn it.

"Doc says we need to. The implant wears off if we let it revive". Grundy, of course it's Grundy.

Don't tell me the "implant" is that thing.

"Will you hurry up. I'm not getting thrown through a wall again". You probably deserved it.

"Yeah and I'm not wanting the damn thing to touch me, if it can wipe his mind I'm not wanting it on me". Wipe ? It never done that before, just made people into puppets.

"Just hurry before it gets up". He's already waking up.

"Damn it. Here". This is why I hate scientists. I'll follow them down for now.

He's gray, Grundy hasn't been gray he's always had emotions they've killed his will.

A vat. A damn vat full of its spawn, they've killed us. If its spawn is here it knows.

"What one does the doc want".

"The freak". Freak ?

"Still with the implant ?"

"He wants it removed".

"Damn it". Who are they using.

No cameras here. 4 cells after Grundy. It's completely clear, I can see them all.

He's just standing. This is the closest Grundy has been to death.

That's not right, order and chaos shouldn't be mixed like that. Their reading is screwy, it's fluctuating too much.

Is that a normal monkey ? His eyes moved. He's not controlled, not like the rest. He's fighting it, he'll probably be the first to control himself.

A guy ? He's got a magic signature the reading isn't strong but It's similar to deaths.

He's in pain, I can hear his body screaming even with that thing in his head. His biology is fighting itself. That's who they were talking about, who is he ? Who are any of them.

"Does he want it removed by us or him".

"Us".

"I'll go turn on the vacuum. Tell me when".

"Remember the tank this time". Tank ?

"Yeah, yeah. Just warn me before you remove it". That's heavy duty, Jack and Maddie would be jealous.

How do I get them all out once I take one they'll know. They don't have enough will, if I take them to the realms they won't come out.

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Those two were quick. Did he turn into gas ? That's why they wanted a vacuum he tried to leave as a gas. It didn't work, he's screaming.

I'm sorry.

I can't help.

Not yet.

Grundy wasn't sitting before. They're all sitting. Why are they sitting their brains shouldn't be active enough for that kind of movement. Did they choose to sit ? Did their "implant" tell them to ? Why would starros spawn tell them to sit ? Is someone in control of them ?

I need more information. This place doesn't have clear stairs or elevators it's all hidden. I need to keep looking.

I'm sorry for letting you be took but I need time to plan.

This place. It's a lab, not for experiments. They're creating something here. What are they making.

This isn't the only one. That looks like a - Someone is coming.

"Put him in the generator". The guys from before ? That tank, is he in there ? I can't hear him.

"Wait till it's cleared". That voice. It's not those two, is it the doctor in charge of them ?

"I thought you washed it last time".

"You washed it".

"Neither of you sterilised it. Load the subject it's clear now". That voice it's familiar. Whose is it ?

"Loading subject".

What are they using him for.

That's radioactive. They're flooding him with radiation. That's why he's in pain. What are they planning ?

-----

"I'm sorry J'onn he didn't want help".

"It is alright superman. I assumed Dan would not accept help from the league".

"Why send us then ?"

"So that Dan knows he is not alone".

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"That's enough. Results remain the same, load the subject back into the container". How many times have they done this. "Sterilise the subject before you return him to his cell".

"Yes sir". They don't look guilty. They deserve what's coming to them.

Killing Grundy seems like the first step. He'll revive without that implant, they clearly don't have protection against a raging Grundy.

The others.

I don't know enough about them. If I try freeing them, they might not be alive enough to help.

I can't work with the realms on this, if I bring them in the contract will make me weaker.

I could summon the mythical and gods but knowing them they'd try spreading their influence. One is already infected with order and chaos.

I need their files. I need information about them.

If I possess them, they wouldn't be able to regain themself. Even a little of my ecto could override their own will.

If I break the contract enough times I could become weak enough that possession and phasing wouldn't effect them. Without origin, I can't go back.

If this doesn't work and I'm weakened I could be captured.

Damn it.

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"What happened".

"Dan went alone. Said we wouldn't be helpful John would blind him and Clark is too popular".

"You".

"I'm "too hot headed"".

"Why didn't you persist".

"I was busy".

"You didn't want to prove him right".

"No".

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Damn it.

If I can't find that "Doctor" this isn't going to do anything. He'll keep experimenting on people.

That screen from before, that must've been where he was watching from. It was blacked out. I can't get anything from that, his voice sounded modified.

They're back.

"Leave it in the tank". That color.

He's in complete control. How long are they going to leave him.

It would be good to have him.

He doesn't deserve to feel that amount of pain. But he won't be helpful if he isn't in control.

He needs to be in control. Just for now.

Is anyone else here.

13 guards for 5 people. More guards were above, it's not enough if Grundy or that guy broke free they couldn't do anything against them. They trust their safety to starros spawn.

Those two are heading to the morgue. They're probably getting starro spawn again, how does someone like that get took over by starro or it's spawn.

I need to move fast. If they come back and he loses control again.

Three people. The chaos and order, the chimp and the one with faint magic. Three unknown if any of them are evil this could be pointless. They could kill the others and make this more difficult.

The split is the most dangerous. He has been out of control for so long, his magic might be in more control than himself. Same goes for the faint magic.

The chimp. Why do they have a chimp. They clearly don't mind human experiments. He's the only one that's moving, small twitching but he is clearly fighting it. He still has color.

Scared but determined. Story of our life. He might stay if I phase through him.

This isn't going to go well. I still don't know where that "doctor" is.

Damn it. They're coming back. I don't know when so many can be free again. I need to try.

Now or never.

Sorry Grundy. I need to boil your brain. Damn contract.

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"Where is he". Swear she's better at hiding than the ghosts.

"Don't know".

"Why are you here".

"Thought you liked me Sam".

"When you aren't "following orders" I do"

"You know why I'm here".

"We don't know why. No one in amity made a deal with lucifer". Not since those two fought.

"I'm not here because of a deal being made".

"Dan. Damn it". He burned another deal. Whose deal was it. Damn it. "Constantine".

"Bingo. Where is Dan they want blood". Constantine's ?

"Dans blood ?" They're not that dumb Sam.

"That's what they said".

"They won't be strong enough. Is Lucifer sure ?" They'll definitely die.

"He couldn't persuade them against it". Must've been what they "desire".

"He knows what'll happen right ?"

"He's been praying that it does". They got on his bad side.

"We'll send Dan your way when he comes back".

"ASAP".

"Got it". Do demons have another afterlife ?

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"Who are you". Good he's not violent.

"My names Dan I'm here to help. I need you and that chimp to make a hole big enough for me and Grundy to pass through".

"Chimp ?" Yeah.

"That is what you may call me for now".

"Uh". Yeah.

"We do not have time, if you can change like he says then change into a corrosive gas and take me with you through the ceiling. I will lead you to not destroy this facility, burying all of us including yourself in the rubble".

"If I can be free then I will". His pain dimmed.

"Good now go". Grundy can't take much more before he starts to think we're using him. I need to try the mix. Phasing mixed with the now broken contract and the opposing types of magic should mean he'll be fine.

I hope.

Is he not verbal. He's just staring I need to try. "I'm here to help you leave here. Some others are digging a way out we need to distract the people who took you until they come back".

He's nodding. "For freedom".

Now those guns. "Grundy hold back". Melting the bullets should help.

"Dumb guns don't work". Is that cause I boiled his brain or is he always like that ?

. . .

Damn it. How much weaponry is in this damn lab.

"Grundy, Rocket behind".

"Got it". You're not Grundy.

Damn chaos magic." Don't cut it just to send it to us". That smell. Nerve gas ? "FREAK HELP".

"I've got a name you know". Oh, it was him.

"Sorry thought they were using gas on us". I don't need the deadweight.

"Shout my name it'll work better".

"Once you tell me it I will. You and chimp done".

"Yeah, we took the other guy up already". Good means I just have two I need to lift.

"Grundy one more then we leave".

"Grundy not done".

"I know. I'll bring you back later. We need to go".

"Grundy not done".

"They'll take you again. I want you to be free first".

"Really, mean it".

"Yeah". You shouldn't be a subject for them.

"Okay". He looks sad. He's more trigger happy than I thought.

-----

"She was here".

"She was searching for Dan. Do you know where he is".

"Ask John". You're John ? Is this a Jason-Etrigan thing.

"Dan left at midnight. He is going to search the facility that held M'gann".

"Alone ?" Jazz wouldn't let him.

"Yes. He was adamant". Of course he was.

"Tell him Mazikeen was looking for him". I'm not trusting Constantine.

"May I ask who that would be".

"Demon general and lucifers most trusted. Since Dan burned a contract, she's looking for him".

"I will inform Dan when he returns".

"Thanks, have fun at school John".

"You knew".

"I'm a teacher".

"Of what".

"Botany and herbology". I'm the only one undergrowth allows near his garden.

"The other one ?"

"Val ? She's taking over Technus' work for awhile". "You're lucky she didn't hear you".

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"Grundy want off"

"You sure".

"Grundy want off".

"Ok I'll slow down". And lower the speeder.

Or you can jump, Sure. Does that count as me killing him ?

"What about you thre- Two". The mix left. When did he leave.

"I will wait for now".

"I'm good here". They look tired.

"Ok. I'm going to check the other guy the speeder has autopilot so don't worry".

"Very well".

"You got anything edible here".

"Yeah some breakfast bars in the blue cabinet. Don't touch anything that's green".

"Why ?"

"It's toxic to life".

"All life ?"

"Yep, the state of and type of matter doesn't matter".

"Got it". Good, you were the one I was talking about.

Would the league know who you are, Can the league communicator take pictures.

Big Blue : Dan are you okay. The comm went dark for awhile.

He's still awake.
PF-2 : Kal, I'm fine. Go sleep.

Batman : What did you discover.

PF-2 : 5 more people. They were used as test subjects I'll give my report in person tomorrow. I'll handle them for now.

I won't tell them about Grundy or the mix leaving. Not now.

Batman : Who.

PF-2 : All males. Four humanoids, one chimp. Had implants that controlled them. They haven't shared their names yet.

Batman : I will visit Amity tonight.

"Damn it".

PF-2 : If you enter Amity I'll not share anything. They are mine to deal with.

Bird Brain : You've silenced the bat. Good work.

PF-2 : Hawkgirl ?

Bird Brain : Yeah, blame arrow. Only one he named right is Batman.

PF-2 : Could always change it.

Bird Brain : Can't Arrow and Bat made the accounts and the system. Only they can change the names.

PF-2 : A threat would always work.

Archer : Can you stop using general. Me and Oli are trying to sleep.

Bird Brain : Sorry Canary.

Oh

PF-2 : Was I using general the whole time.

Big Blue : It's standard for the comms until you've got a permanent team or region.

PF-2 : Amity ?

Big Blue : Has the Hunters as public heros.

PF-2 : I'm going to smallville. If you don't log off.

Big Blue : You wouldn't.

PF-2 : Test it if you want. What happens when I write stuff like that, surely the whole league doesn't know everything.

Batman : It gets removed. You and the first ten league members are the only ones that know what has been said.

PF-2 : Everything or just the identifiers like smallvillie and Gotham.

Batman : The whole comment gets removed once any identifying words are used.

PF-2 : Can the comms take pictures. I couldn't see a camera.

Batman : The league communicators can transmit a holographic image. However they cannot take pictures.

PF-2 : You good for a consult Bat.

Batman : Yes.

It's clear for a hologram.

"This was one of them he's the only one that I can't wake. Not unless I want him to be like me, I'm waiting till we get to Amity so that Ellie, J'onn or M'gann can phase out the implant".

"I'll search the league database for any matches".

"I don't know how long he's been gone or how long he's been like this".

"Did he have any belongings".

"None of them did. Shorts were all they had on when I found them". The chimp didn't even have that.

"Do you have a file".

"No, I wasn't able to find anything the "doctor" testing them didn't appear in person I assume he has the files wherever he is. The cells they were kept in didn't have names outside them".

"Cells".

"They were kept in glass boxes. Had vents, that's all they were given".

"Prisoners ?"

"Don't know. One was a chimp, so I don't assume so. Then again, Grodd".

"The others".

"In the front. They're waiting for now".

"Who are they".

"Don't know I'm not forcing it. They might not remember their names I'll wait so they can tell me".

"Appearances".

"I'll tell you tonight. Did you find anything".

"No".

"Bye. See you tonight". Jazz and Tuck should be able to set those two up.

"Dan, you're back".

"Yeah. I've brought guests".

"A chimp ?"

"And me".

"Who are they".

"Other captives. The chimp can talk and is smart, the other one is in a lot of pain and can change the elemental structure of his body".

"What".

"He can change into different elements".

"Say that first dude. Does he need pain killers".

"Normal ones don't work even the extra strength ones. I'll ask Sam for magic ones while I deal with the other".

"Other ?"

"Third in the back I need manhunter".

"DAN".

"Hey, Sam need a favour".

"Same here".

"What".

"Mazikeen was here Lucifers lords want your blood. What do you want ?"

"Magic pain killers for that one. Do they seriously want my blood". They know that's a death sentence. Right ?

"Yeah, Lucifer wants new lords".

"He couldn't convince them could he". It would be the only reason they want to die.

"Nope, but if Lucifer can't persuade them. Then they aren't useful".

"I'll go to Lucifer and his lords after I sleep. I need to get the one in the back to hospital and have manhunter remove the thing in his head".

"Were they in that lab".

"Yeah. I'll see you guys later I've got a busy day".

"Lucifer is in his bar". Been a while since I've seen LUX.

"Got it".

"You are back".

"Good to see you too. How early am I".

"You are 3 hours too early for M'ganns first day of school".

"Megan. Where is he, I can smell the coffee and I know you don't drink coffee". He's not even hiding.

"Damn it". I need to ban coffee. He's a damn addict.

"Go to sleep you'll need it for your classes".

"After this".

"One hour. That's all you've got after that I'm locking you in the room. J'onn come with me for a minute".

"Of course Dan".

"I need you to phase through this guys head and remove all alien matter".

"Are you using alien as a metaphorical term or a literal term".

"Both. An alien starfish has implanted itself inside his head, I can't remove it because if I did my ecto would take over his will and he'll basically turn into me".

"How have you come to know this, you have yet to leave beyond earth".

"Future. Remember".

"I see".

"I'll answer questions later. I told batman I'd debrief in person".

Chapter Text

Hopefully he can wake up. "Can you feel anything going through his mind J'onn".

"I am afraid not Dan. However I do feel he has not given up just yet".

"Good". "We should head back".

"Yes, M'gann will be awake soon".

"And John needs a nap before he goes". Just cause I got him afternoon classes doesn't mean he can stay up all night.
I need to leave before John has class can you be there for them.

"Yes, I will gladly do so".

"Thanks, sorry for keeping you out the watchtower".

"It is alright, Amity's system is quite brilliant it has helped me a great deal while I've have been staying with you". Forgot Tuck set you up with monitor gear.

"Yeah, if you want we can send someone to the watchtower so they can upgrade the system to ectoplasm".

"I am afraid that will not be possible".

"Bat ?"

"No, the system here is very unique to have it implemented on the watchtower would cause for a shutdown of all watchtower systems".

"And we can't send many engineers up cause of security. Damn. If origin were here he could install it himself".

"John ?" He's sleeping ? As if. "I'm not that gullible John. Go to bed".

"Fine".

"Without the book".

"Damn it".

"And the coffee. I saw the flask".

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"Sorry sir but I'm not able to come in today. I need to watch my little cousin her Dad is busy today". I'm not leaving M'gann in Johns care.

"Is no one else available to watch your cousin".

"I'm afraid not. It's last minute everyone else has jobs so they can't do it".

"Very well. I'll have the work sent to you I expect it done by next class you know where to find me if you need help". Damn luck.

"Of course sir".

"I will see you tomorrow. Goodbye Ms Fenton".

"Bye sir".

-----

"What's up ?"

"Is Oli going to a meeting later today".

"Evening ?"

"Yeah".

"Yeah, same with Bruce".

"Did Oli give you backup".

"Dinah. Think Bruce is having Kate".

"So me and Kaldur are alone".

"That's what I'd guess". Knowing Kaldur he's probably just guarding queen Mera.

"You know how lucky you two are. You both get to chill with hot -".

-----

"Megan, time to wake up".

>I'm awake.<

"Verbal Megan". Old habits.

"I'm awake".

"Come out when you're ready you've got about an hour".
I'll get breakfast going. Would you like pancakes.

"Yes please. Thank you".

"No problem".

"Good morning M'gann".

"Megan" "Megan".

"JINX".

"Damn kid, quiet down a bit we're not the only ones in the building".

"Sorry". "But I jinxed you".

That you did. Not much use if you can speak directly into my head. I have a meeting later so can we continue this when I get back.

"Dan. Dan. Dan".

"Thanks. I doubt it'll be the last time it happens but don't do it to normal people Amity is super superstitious they've dealt with a lot of folklore and myths so they've become cautious of everything". "Which reminds me. Don't say wish, don't tell anyone your name and most of all don't make deals".

"Why can I not tell people my name".

"It's just a precaution some of the kids are taking magic classes, if you give them your name they'll have a level of control over you. I doubt you'll tell them your Martian name but they'll still have control".

"And the wish ?" Guess Batman isn't the only curious league member.

"We haven't told the league cause we haven't seen her in awhile, She only uses the portal in Amity. A ghost has the power to make wishes come true she Has to make them true but it doesn't always work out, like a monkeys paw".

"I see".

"J'onn don't tell Batman we can deal with her. She can't leave Amity". Not with the shield up.

"I will trust you Dan".

"Thanks". I don't need the league trying to find or stop Desiree.

-----

"You seriously staying here". Must you wake me for such a simple question.

"I don't see why not they have treated us better than those before".

"Yeah but we're still forced into a room".

"It is quite the large room. Not to mention the amount of entertainment they have gifted us".

"You can't be serious".

"Deadly, where would you go I don't suppose your family knows how you look now".

"They would still love me".

"That is what they say until you become different from how they believe you should be".

"Speaking from experience talking chimp".

"So you aren't a complete fool".

-----

"Dan ? Shouldn't you be heading to Lucifers bar".

"Later I want to rest a bit then go. Maze will find me if I take too long".

"Is that the Martian".

"Yeah her name is Megan, me and John found her".

"Thought he was useless".

"Wrong John. Both Martians chose earth names, J'onn is John, M'gann is Megan".

"So keep to human names got it".

"Thanks Val".

"John coming today".

"Should be I've put him in for a few afternoon classes. You won't need to watch him".

. . . . .

"John ? Time to go".

"Fine. Where the coffee gone".

"Get some when you have lunch".

"Give some money then I'm not spending my money on crappy school lunch".

"Lunch is free. Tastes pretty good too".

. . . . .

"Oh Dannnyy".

"Maze. You here to show me where LUX went".

"It didn't move".

"Just show me where. Damn buildings look identical".

"C'mon. He's waiting".

"He's expecting me ?".

"I went to get you of course he's expecting you".

"Good point. Are the lords waiting with him".

"No he sent them back, said he'd summon them when they're needed".

"Daniel, Daniel, Daniel you've been misbehaving again. Does your owner know".

"Luci, are you trying to start a fight".

"Oh no, I was trying to stop the fights then you just had to burn another contract one owned between Three of my lords and now I need to offer you up to them".

"You know what'll happen when I fight them".

"Yes, They however do not. They believe that you are a simple shade".

"They're idiots".

"Yes. Strong but yes, idiots".

"Can't you just wipe them and say I killed them".

"Not unless I want more fighting".

"Just say they tried to fight the kings brother, I doubt they're smart enough to understand I don't have any relation to the crown".

"They wouldn't believe that. They have no basis for a royal family, the lords and myself have not had families".

"He wants to".

"No I do not Mazikeen".

"Whatever you say boss". "He does". I'll ask her later, for now.

"Can we skip the back and forth, it's cute but I don't want to stay here while you do. Make it a game, if they put a payment in I'll play".

"You know what they will say".

""My life is payment enough". I'll put the one that made the contract, two lives for one game". Constantine should pay it's his fault I'm in this mess.

"They might go for that, two lives are more desirable. What would you choose for payment".

"Not their lives. I've heard about a house that can change location and size". I'll need the space.

"Ah, yes so have I. I don't know what lord owns the house but I am sure that it is one of mine".

"Then I'll have that and for them to leave me alone".

"What game do you choose".

"They can choose, it'll make them more likely to accept. The only rule I have is the game should cause no injuries to the players".

"I will pass along the message and rules, Mazikeen will find you when we are ready". She looks annoyed.

"I'll be in Amity for the week, I've got some things to take care of". Mainly Megan. Amity is too weird for a kid with no understanding of myths and magic.

Chapter Text

Damn it. Why's the goth the first one.

"John. If you're here for my class you'd be better inside rather than at the door".

"Rather be out here". I don't need plant magic. I won't be able to grow them.

"I'll let you harvest them".

"No thanks. I'm not here to do chores".

"If that's what you want". The hells that. "Take it".

"What is it".

"A bracelet it matches your magic". It does ?

"How'd you know".

"I can see what they emit, I asked Dan so I could match it to yours. It would normally be your first project but I thought you would be difficult so I done it before you came".

"What's it do".

"You'll need to figure it out".

"You don't know".

"I know but I'm not telling unless you stay in class".

"Fine".

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"Hey Val. What are you doing here".

"I could ask you the same question, you should be in Atlantis by now".

"I was sick ?"

"Ellie I've dealt with Danny. You're not fooling me with that, why are you not in class".

"I wanted to be here for M'gann. John isn't trustworthy enough to take care of her, he doesn't know amity's rules".

"He knows plenty but it isn't him watching M'gann". Who is ?

"Then who is ?"

"Her teachers Dan told them she's new. He hasn't told them about the Martian stuff but that's why I'm watching her through the cameras".

"But what if you're not fast enough".

"Ellie this is Amity. She'll be fine only problem is the ones with magic but she already has some charms".

"What ones ? She'll need more than normal if she's like manhunter". They're weak to magic.

"Sam gave her a hairpiece. Dan gave her a blessed necklace".

"What hairpiece". Dans magic doesn't blend well with undergrowths.

"Ellie we've done this before. She'll be safe, we will keep her safe". What if we can't.

-----

"You gonna tell me what it does now".

"Nope you need to figure it out. The book is there".

"Then I'll take it and leave".

"Nope, have you ever been in a chemistry class ?"

"Yeah ?"

"This is chemistry. Certain plants have different effects on others that book tells you what the plants do themselves not when they're mixed together".

"That's, unhelpful".

"Exactly, if you want to know you'll need to experiment with other plants and your own magic".

"If I have to experiment why do you know what they do".

"The plants are like elements once you've been around them you can guess how they act. We've tried documenting everything but with so many factors it's impossible unless you can see what the plants produce".

"You mean the colors ?"

"Yeah, because I can see what color they are I can guess what they do but I'm the only one in amity who's able to".

"Are there others outside of amity that can".

"Only one other I know. Feel free to experiment with the plants in here just don't do it without me here you might get hurt or controlled".

"Controlled. By plants".

"Depends what you mix, it has happened before don't worry though Dan can burn it out of you".

"I'll keep that in mind".

. . . . .

Seriously. At least their on theme.

"You must be John it's nice to meet you Dan has told me a lot". By that tone I'm guessing nothing good.

"What are you teaching".

"Did you not get a schedule ?"

"I did. I'm just hoping it's wrong".

"Ah, you don't like the theming. Don't worry we still take class seriously". "Take a book from the back we have almost every rune type and translation along with use factors. Please don't try to make a bomb".

"What ? That's happened before".

"Yeah, guy called Faust tried to summon hades but used fire instead of ice. It summoned Lucifer instead, we had a treaty with hell at the time so nothing too extreme happened". What.

"What book did that".

"The Nordic rune book, We have no idea how it happened either. When the ghosts got the exact copy of what he wrote they couldn't repeat it". "Magic is just weird like that". So plants are more scientific than language.

"I hate this place". "What book is the easiest". I'm not summoning Lucifer by mistake.

"I don't know, people just pick what they feel like I haven't had anyone put them back for being difficult". . . "Try beast runes they're the most basic".

"Can I change after I pick". This isn't like Harry Potter is it.

"Yeah of course". "Paper is in that drawer and ecto pens are next to them if you can't use your own magic. The magic suppressor will turn off halfway through".

"Magic suppressor ?" Those exist ?

"After what happened with Faust we felt it needed to be installed. It won't interfere with your body or magic already being used only "new magic" is affected". Good to know.

-----

"Stop stalking me Arrow". Green doesn't blend into concrete.

"Why are you here. Thought you wanted a league meeting".

"Got lost looking for someone. Where's the zeta tube".

"Follow me". "Who were you looking for".

"Doesn't matter now I found them before seeing you".

"What did you call a meeting for".

"I went to that lab again they held more people".

"You called a meeting because you found people in a lab".

"Yeah. Some of them should be known but they aren't the reason for the meeting".

"Then what is".

"A thing that shouldn't be here". Not yet.

"What's the plan".

"Explain what it is and answer all questions about it".

"You're giving answers. Should we be worried". You don't know the half of it.

"You'll understand eventually".

"I hope so".

. . . . .

"Dan is everything ok, I'm sorry about yesterday".

"It's fine supes. Bat should I start".

"Yes".

"While looking through the lab I found a morgue before I could investigate in depth two guards came in with Solomon Grundy. He was killed, they gave him an "implant" in reality what they gave him was a creatures spawn one with the power to control and subdue the host. I followed them through the lab with Grundy walking behind them, while walking I saw that they had a room full of spawn, I kept following until I found the room they kept Grundy in as well as five others. One was empty I assume it was M'ganns cell, the other four held subdued males".

"Grundy ? Isn't that one of yours Batman". Did he leave for snacks, he didn't have them before. Did he ?

"Yes, he normally hides underground I thought he was making more plans. Clearly I was wrong".

"Don't feel bad. They had a Martian under control they could've took him without anyone knowing".

"What do you mean". You're getting better at reading me J'onn.

"The spawn used was killed before it could connect with its host. They were in control not the spawn".

"What is this spawn".

"A creature known as Starro, it's a starfish the size of a planet it should be the one in control but because they were killed before they could connect to it. No control was given".

"Starro is their parent ?"

"No it's a hive mind Starro is the one in control of the others".

"Until this".

"Yeah".

"How do you know this Dan". Same question as last night. They won't like knowing. Not this.

"I'll need to start from what happened in my time. It's a long story".

"We will listen".
You shouldn't speak for everyone J'onn. Even if you're being nice.

Chapter Text

"I took Vlads disease, I absorbed his ghost side and-"

"What do you mean disease". Impatient as normal Flash.

"Vlad is a halfa due to his body not being able to process the ecto that was shot into him. Comparing it to something you'll know he's had radiation poisoning since he gained ecto unlike me and origin he'll die before his ecto runs dry. He knows and he's willing to die".

"And Ellie ?" Why did I reply, now everyone thinks they can ask.

"Her situation is completely unknown, she wasn't in my time and unlike other halfas she was born that way. Origin died while being completely torn apart by the realms, Vlad slowly lost his body, Ellie was born from origins DNA and Vlads engineering so we don't know how she'll live or how she'll die".

"Born that way ?" You know what. Get the questions out the way.

"She's a clone, She wasn't born by human means. Her DNA is unstable it caused the differences, her watch is an ecto tracker so we know when she'll need a transfusion. Can I continue or are there more questions".

"What happened to the machine used for Ellie's creation". Of course that's what your worried about Bruce.

"Origin destroyed it. I made Vlad delete the blueprints".

"So no one else can use Masters design". We were young not idiots.

"No one. Technus went through every email and transaction Vlad made, he didn't even sell a part related to the machine". "Can I continue with my story now ?" I really shouldn't ask.

"Please". Thanks supes. I'm sorry.

"Great. Once I took Vlads ghost side, it plagued me like it did him but unlike Vlad I loved my dad so my rage wasn't directed at him instead it was directed towards those that could've helped, the living and the heroes, you guys. I killed heroes after you died Kal-el most people hid after Diana, Marvel and Nabu died you all hid with Bruce making plans. You didn't stop being heroes you just stopped fighting me, you all kept your private life but after I followed you I was able to piece it together the lanterns weren't on earth so they didn't know. Some villains helped me Joker tried but he stopped once you were threatened he betrayed me, when he did I killed him the same followed for most some were smart enough not to help you. Luthor tried to kill me the same way he does with you, he thought I was kryptonian. No one knew about the realms, none of you knew about the GIW either but it didn't matter the GIW was helping Amity with the shield my parents made to keep ghosts out. Once you all died they decided to start bombing me, when the first bomb fell I thought it was over instead my element started to change into fire every bomb after helped the process along. The innocents that died from the bombs fuelled my hate I started killing governments and agencies, then the nukes started. Amity was spared due to how similar radiation and ectoplasm is no one else was as lucky, after a few years things started moving again. My body wasn't acting normally I didn't know anything besides that they shouldn't be moving, it was too early for the radiation to allow for life but I saw their faces a star with one eye, at the time I didn't know it was an alien I thought they were bringing people to life my rage flared again thinking about how I couldn't bring the ones I cared about back. I couldn't kill them. Not for good they kept coming back after every death they came back, I wasn't able to sleep they kept fighting never stopping they were trying to take me. To make me into a puppet. I felt the realms opening, more than it does with death it was origin being brought to me I saw a chance to stop starro I thought I could gain more power from Vlad and myself but origin was more stubborn than I was, I went back I was going to have origin give up by doing the one thing I could. I was going to kill them again give origin a hate and pain so strong he could stop starro in my place I thought that pain was my strength".

"You were willing to kill your own parents to stop starro". They look shocked.

"My parents and my friends. Origin would've hated me and everyone else and gained enough power through his anger to stop starro that was my plan".

"When did you discover starro was an alien".
Thank you J'onn. I'm sorry.

"When they didn't stop. They remained the same through every fight, if they were designed they would've changed at least a little and as the fights continued I saw them raining down from the moon which had the same face".

"Is that how you discovered who we were".

"Yes, your family's weren't happy about losing any of you. Some tried to kill me or fight against me but they didn't succeed either".

"Dick ?"

"He aged changed his name into something else I didn't even know it was him until I took off his mask". He was the reason I killed you. Bringing a kid into a battle, doesn't matter if he was trained or not.

"Who was he".

"Can't say. If I do then time won't flow as it's meant to, people like going against fate doesn't matter if it's their fate or others".

"Will you tell us eventually".

"Not if I can help it. My timelines information shouldn't be used for anything".

"What about meeting us ?" He didn't touch his snacks.

"I got permission".

"From who ?"

"My warden, Clockwork he's the embodiment of time and master of destiny".

"Your warden was time".

"Yeah, the realms is weird you'll get used to it eventually".

"What else can you tell us".

"The lab ?"

"Yes". Did he forget that's why we're here.

"The lab held starros spawn along with 5 prisoners but held space for 6. I assumed the empty cell was M'ganns".

"Who were these prisoners".

"Solomon Grundy, Two males I've yet to know the name of, a talking chimp who doesn't have a name and a person that can change the elemental structure of his body".

"How are you keeping Grundy ?"

"He wanted out. I couldn't stop him". I wasn't going to ruin the speeder trying.

"And the two unknowns".

"One had the magic of the scales the other is unconscious I've had batman scan him and J'onn read him".

"Magic of the scales are you certain".

"Both sides Nabu. I couldn't stop him leaving, his body belongs to the scales".

"What are you guys talking about".

"The scales are what powers Dr fate he is the order. The man I found held both order and chaos something that was thought to tear apart a body if it existed".

"Do you know what they were doing there".

"No, the "doctor" didn't appear outside of a black screen, his voice was distorted. I would've waited but I didn't have a choice they were subdued by starro, Grundy had the benefit that once he died his body would no longer be controlled".

"The others ?"

"The chimp was sentient enough that I could remove his "implant" the changer wasn't controlled because they were using him for an experiment. The mix had his implant removed by me, the last ones implant was removed by J'onn once he was in our hospital".

"What experiment".

"I don't know. Whatever it was the results weren't changing".

"What did they do".

"Loaded the changer into a generator and supplied him with enough radiation to remake the entirety of Chernobyl".

"He lived ?"

"I wouldn't call what he's doing living but he didn't die from it. I haven't asked them for their stories because I don't want them to relive what happened, right now my sister is their therapist. She'll tell me anything if it helps, she won't betray them by telling me their secrets or share anything that doesn't help others".

"Will you inform us when you learn their origins".

"Whatever Jazz tells me will be kept in amity unless she thinks the league can help".

"So you'll be hiding more".

"They aren't my secrets or my life, I won't share unless Jazz says I should. If any of you try to force her to tell you I will repeat my previous choices. Please don't make me".

"You would kill us for trying to gain knowledge".

"I said force. If you ask and accept what answer you get I won't do anything but if you don't accept your answer and then force Jazz I will take action. Same goes if you're the cause of Jazz sharing information or trying to Take what you want from her".

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"You okay Ellie. You look like hell".

"I'm good, just need some ecto".

"What kind I'll get it". Looks like she'll collapse.

"Blue vail". Danny's ?

"What happened, the GIW start moving again".

"No, just a busy day".

"You should've stayed in Amity".

"I'm not missing the one night we planned".

"About that". "Kaldur and Wally can't make it".

"Again. Is it the same reason".

"Yeah, they're taking over for Arthur and Barry until the meeting is done".

"Can we go out with Canary then ?"

"Nope, I'm not making that mistake again. Dick will be here once his patrol ends".

"Who is he with ?"

"Batwoman, she's knows about us so she won't keep him long".

"Why don't we go patrol with him".

"She doesn't do well with kids -"

"And Bruce does".

"Bruce does better".

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Gods I hate this place. "Dan, did it go well". You've been here for two shifts.

"I'm fine Val". Damn Fentons.

"Do you want to know what happened with John and Megan". We should clean them more.

"Sure".

"Megan made some friends Paulina's and Dash's kids. John got detention from Mr Lancer for his "gross misuse of the English language". Sam gave them their bracelets, John tried the whole time to figure it out. Megan actually tried to make her own but hers is more faint since she can't bond it as well, John tried to have Kwan give him the "easiest" rune type".

"What type did he get". He's looking lighter.

"Beast runes".

"Damn it. He's already got strong magic he doesn't need beast runes-"

"Slow down Fenton. John is strong but he's alone, with the beast runes he'll need a familiar something he can trust to share his burden".

"Sorry. Kwan made the right choice". They're both overthinking.

"He did. Go home Megan was worried when you didn't show up". Especially since you never said where you were.

"Thanks Val".

"No problem". . . . . "Get back soon Danny". Your kids are waiting.

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"DAN".

"Damn it". He's got coffee again.

"Did you both get to school okay ?"

"Yes".

"I helped her. The Martian came to get me".

"Did he look okay".

"Thought you two were talking".

"The meeting was cut short".

"Problem ?" That's the coffee I hid. How'd he find it ?

"No, it was because of what I told them".

"Damn what did you say for the league to be upset".

"I told them what I did".

"They know you raided the laboratory I was kept in". She's speaking more comfortably. It's nice to hear her relaxed.

"Not that. They know what happened in my time, they know what happened when I first travelled back".

"You're from the future".

"Technically. I was from a possible future one where everything went to hell".

"What happened to the league".

"Megan, do you want to know too". You should have a choice.
It isn't nice.

"Yes". She doesn't look certain.

"I killed them".

"You killed the entire justice league".

"Yes. Most of them died from me but they all died because of me".

"And us".

"I don't know. But if you died the way I think you did it's my fault".

"In your time I was dead".
I'm sorry.

"Most likely".

"Can you tell us what happened".

"War".

"What ab-"

"Dan, why didn't you tell us before".

"Because I caused it. I didn't want you two scared of me".
Seeing you in that lab was enough.

"You burn me regularly".

"It's the temperature of a good shower".

"A shower shouldn't hurt or have you been dead long enough to forget that".

"Go in my room and feel the water that comes out my shower. It's not even maxed out". It'll get rid of your coffee while you do.

"Fine". He took the mug. Damn it.

"Are you okay Dan".

"I'm fine M'gann. Are you hungry I'll order some food".
Did John make breakfast.

"Yes he is a good cook".

What.

"He is a good cook ?"

He can cook ? Like actually cook not cereal.

"Yes it was very nice".

"JOHN".

"What".

"YOU CAN COOK".

"Yeah ?" "I worked in a kitchen".

"You. Can. Cook. Why haven't you been making more than coffee".

"I was busy. DID YOU THINK I COULDN'T COOK".

"YOU'VE ONLY MADE COFFEE HOW WAS I MEANT TO KNOW".

"BECAUSE I'M AN ADULT".

"That is highly debatable".

"It's also highly debated".

"WELL SCREW YOU TWO".

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"I move to remove Phantom from our future hero roster".

"Movement denied".

"Clark C'mon he just said he killed us all".

"He told us. He could've kept it secret but he decided to tell us".

"Only because he was forced".

"Not you too Bruce. You know better than anyone that we all keep secrets especially ones that can damage our friends".

"I also vote against removing Dan from our roster".

"All those in favour to keep Dan Fenton". 6 members. "All those against". 4 members.

"Then it's decided. Following the votes of Superman, Aquaman, Dr Fate, Martian Manhunter, Wonder Woman and Green Arrow Dan will be kept on our roaster. With votes against from Batman, Flash, Green Lantern and HawkGirl".

"What will we do about the lab".

"We will infiltrate and take what information we can find on the subjects and their doctor".

"And of Starro".

"I'll head to Oa, get what info the guardians have on it and get Hal so we can search for him".

"Will you be taking Guy with you".

"If I need to".

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"Should we tell Roy ?"

"I don't know. He likes Ellie I don't want to ruin their friendship".

"He'll be worse if we don't tell him". Especially since it's involving her.

"Let's wait until Dan can clarify more".

"Oli, you know what'll happen if you wait". Something else will distract you.

"I don't want to ruin this. He deserves someone on his side".

"He has you".

"He doesn't want me. He wants them, Ellie included".

"He always wants you".

"He wants them more". That's because they listen. "After Dan tells us more. Then we'll tell him".

"I'll hold you to it". I'll make sure you won't forget.

"Thank you Dinah".

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"Is something wrong Master Wayne".

"I'm just thinking Alfred".

"May I ask what is distracting you from eating".

"Phantom, he's hidden a lot from the league I'm wondering what else he's hiding".

"What's Dan hiding ?"

"What would you like for lunch Master Grayson".

"Pancakes please Alfred".

"Of course".

"What's Dan hiding ?"

"Did you enjoy your night with Kate".

"Yeah. What's Dan hiding".

"Has Ellie told you about Dans past ?"

"A little. What's Dan hiding".

"Do you know Dan is from the future".

"No". "What's Dan hiding".

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"Something wrong smallville ?"

"Just tired".

"I know when you're lying".

"I know, can I tell you tomorrow".

"Sure".

. . .

"HE WHAT".

"He didn't want to".

"The man admitted to Killing you".

"He didn't want to tell us. He had to".

"Because of the starfish".

"Starro".

"Because of the starfish".

"He wanted us to see him for now not then".

"He killed everyone".

"He doesn't want to do it again".

"Clark, you don't know that. He was willing to kill his parents".

"Because he felt it was the only way. He knows better now".

"If he's as strong as you then he could've found another way".

"He's not me. He was desperate and tired".

"Is that what you saw or what he told you".

"Both. He looked tired just repeating it, he was a kid he didn't know the best way".

"Does he know now".

"He knows he needs help that's why he told us".

"It's why you want to keep him".

"Yeah, I won't turn him away just because of his past. He won't turn against us -"

"Unless you "threaten" his sister".

"A threat to you would make me the same".

"You wouldn't kill for me".

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Damn it. "Does he know you're here".

"I don't need his approval".

"Not that". He'll be worried once he can't hear her heart. "He can't hear in Amity the ecto stops it".

"Oh".

"It's fine I've got a league comm". "What can I do for you".

"You killed my husband".

"You fine going to the roof". That's a nod. . . "I didn't kill him".

"That's not what you told the league".

"I mean in this time. I don't plan on killing him again".

"But you did before".

"Lex tries it constantly yet I don't see you attacking him".

"He hasn't succeeded yet".

"That's because he's using Kryptonite".

"And you used".

"You know what I used. I'm made of the stuff".

"Ectoplasm ?"

"Yeah, I don't know the science of why. I didn't have time to study it but ectoplasm seems to affect most life in an unpleasant way".

"You killed him and you don't know how".

"I know how, I don't know the specifics. Ecto has too many uses".

"Then why do you know Kryptonite doesn't work".

"Because it hasn't worked ? If it did supes would be dead, Luthor is meant to be smart so either he isn't smart or Kryptonite doesn't kill". Or he doesn't want him dead.

"Or Luthor doesn't want Clark dead".

"Lois I don't want Clark dead we need him. Same goes with the rest of the league". The world needs them.

"Then why did you kill them in your time".

"Rage, Vlad spent his life hating my father once I took him the hate filled me and plagued me but it couldn't be towards my dad. The rage went through those I knew and landed on the league".

"You killed them because you were mad". Disbelief.

"I was driven mad. I was too weak and Vlads rage was too overpowering".

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"Just tell me".

"Nope, it's funny watching you try". What attempt is this one ?

"You didn't even tell me the ones used".

"Why would I do that ? Identifying the ingredients is crucial to learning and developing your botany skills. How are you meant to forage if you can't tell the difference between them".

"No where grows these damn flowers".

"Amity does".

"Amity isn't a normal place".

"And we wouldn't want it changed". "Have you made your model yet".

"Model ?" Has Dan not told him ?

"You've got beast runes right ?"

"Yeah ?"

"Then you'll need a model to pass".

"And if I don't want to".

"The model helps you with magic ". If you can make it well enough.

"Why would that help". Haven't you read the book.

"How far have you gotten".

"This page".

"I mean with beast runes".

"If that suppressor wasn't there I'd be farther".

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"J'onn ?"

"Hello M'gann how has your day been".

"It was okay, are you okay".

"Of course I am, why would I not be".

"Dan told us what happened with the league".

"I see, I still trust Dan".

"Even if he killed you".

"He has not killed me. That is why I trust him".

"Then why haven't you stayed".

"While Amity's system is able to help me with my work it is not fully capable of helping me. I am sorry you have felt that I have been avoiding you".

"So I didn't scare you".

"You have not".

"Megan, how was school ?"

"It was fun".

"That's good to hear. I've got something for you".

"Another necklace ?"

"This one has a better enchantment on it. You can tell people your name now".

"Why haven't you given M'gann this before".

"Enchantments take a bit. This one was made by a fae and enhanced by my ecto since it's their magic that takes names this'll prevent it". If she didn't scam me.

"Thank you Dan, it is very pretty".

"Thought you'd like it. Although I can't say I chose the color I couldn't change it from my magics color".

"Thank you all the same. It is very pretty".

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"He told them everything ?"

"He told them about the starfish and his league".

"Is he okay ?"

"He will be". Even if he's faking it for Megan. And John.

"Who else knows".

"If they're as cautious as Dan says the kids know".

"Ellie's friends ?"

"Yeah those ones".

"Has she said anything".

"Not to me, but we both know who she'll run to if anything happens".

"Should we tell Jazz".

"He just broke into Vlad's garden. I'm sure he's fine dealing with this". He took them too ?

"I'll tell blue and yellow to ignore Vlad's alarm". "How has Technus' class been".

"Better now that I don't need to deal with him".

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"John ? Guy ? Shouldn't both of you be on earth".

"We've had a situation".

"That doesn't sound good".

"It isn't".

"Phantom has told us a disturbing story".

"Both of you ?" Even Guy ?

"He's the only one the league keeps". Just John. That makes more sense.

"What did Dan say".

"Dan told us that -"

. . . . .

"Wow. The whole league. I thought Atrocitus was bad". Did he gain a ring in that time ?

"He's second".

"No kidding".

"So why are you both here instead of at Oa".

"Kilowog said you haven't went back. Told us to find you". Did he not say Why I was here.

"Let's go then who were you looking for ?" If they have to know he would've told them.

"A giant starfish".

"Dan called it Starro".

"He'll stand out then. The guardians will know if he's as dangerous as he sounds".

"It".

"What".

"Dan called it an it".

"He knew the pronouns ?"

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"I can see you two are settling in nicely". They like the beanbags.

"I must thank you for the entertainment you've bestowed us".

"You're welcome Bobo". "Rex ?" He's been quieter than usual.

"Thanks for the pain killers doc".

"Would you both like to go on a walk ?"

"You mean we get to actually leave".

"Of course. Dan only placed you both here because he didn't have space to give you". "Once we can find space for you two to live you won't be staying here".

"Will we still have access to this library".

"Not to this library specifically. You'll need to use the public library but it'll have more books than this".

"Thank you".

"What's around here anyway".

"Around Amity or around the hospital".

"Both".

"Well there's -"

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"Why are we here".

"I wanted a change in scenery. Now what do you want". Annoying Vlad is just a bonus.

"To go home".

"We've got space here, it's good to use it especially with new magic".

"The hells a model". You could've read the book.

"Seriously That's why you brought me here".

"You brought us".

"Potato, Potato. Most rune exams need a physical use of the runes in your case beast runes".

"So I need to make a model to pass an exam".

"Yeah".

"Why would I want to pass your damn exams".

"You'll get Amity backing".

"What the hells that".

"It means you'll get freedom to use whatever knowledge or items Amity holds". "Within reason".

"Then why'd everyone keep quiet about the exam".

"Only one student from each type gets backing. No repeats, you're a unique case".

"Because you gave me a pass".

"Because you have a blessing".

"What ?"

"Your eyes change color. That's a sign of a blessing". Gold is fortune. Her blessing.

"So do hers".

"That's the difference yours isn't biology it's ecto. The kids know you'll pass because of that alone".

"So I do get a pass".

"No. You'll still need to try we can't just give you the golden key".

"What's the score I need".

"A minimum of 90%".

"What's needed for the model".

"Five points. Efficiency, consistency, control, effect and footprint".

"Dan can I ask a question ?"

"Sure".

"Why do you not give everyone access to Amity's resources".

"We don't have access to the world not until the GIW goes away. Right now they think that shield was "the resistances" last hope, in reality it doesn't do anything to humans or halfas we designed it so that anything with living DNA wouldn't be effected. Everything we do is monitored we've got people helping from inside but they can't stop them from looking completely, once we start trading they'll see everything they'll allow it if it's food but games and tech won't be allowed it's why we're limited on stuff, me and Ellie could fly out and get it but we can only carry so much".

"That's his way of saying they're broke".

"I was trying to explain it in depth". He's more smug than Vlad.

"Am I able to have Amity's resources ?"

"Yeah. Why ?"

"I was curious as I am not an Amity citizen".

"Being a citizen doesn't matter as long as you're a student here you're eligible". "Either of you got other questions ?"

"What does this damn bracelet do".

"No idea I don't deal with the plants. My hair tends to light them". Although those vines. "Try conjuring".

"Thought you didn't know".

"I don't. Just a guess".

"Do you know what my bracelet does". That isn't Sam's gift. "EK".

"Nope, doesn't stop me from hugging you". "What's it do then ?" She's blushing purple, did she forget her "disguise".

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"Maze, if you want me wait until I wake up".

"I was doing you a favour".

"Waking me isn't a favour".

"No but keeping your deal secret is".

"John knows. I told him". It's his life on the line.

"The other two". Two ? Is J'onn back.

"They don't. Thanks". M'gann shouldn't need to know. "What game we playing". I'll need to let Val know John won't be going today.

"Can't say. Lucifer has kept quiet about it".

"Is John awake ?"

"He was sleeping on your couch".

"You want coffee".

"I wouldn't mind". "What about the other two".

"Call them what they are. I know you can see it". Demons like you can always see truth. "I'll tell them how after we're done".

"Dan, who is this ?"

"A friend". We're friends ? Never knew she thought of me like that.

"I did not know you had night guests". Really J'onn. I'm better than that.

"I don't. Maze is good at staying hidden".

"I wouldn't stay with him anyway".

"Sugar or milk".

"Black".

"Maze can see truth, She knows what you two are".
She knows species not specifics.

"Thank you for informing us Dan".

"Me and John need to go soon, you okay going to school Megan".

"Yes". She looks upset.

"I will accompany Megan to school".

"Thanks. Do you know how long he's been asleep".

"I am afraid not, John has been sleeping since I have arrived".

"That's probably enough time".

"JESUS CHR-". She always has to act first.

"Hiya John".

"DAMN IT".

"Go get changed and get your stuff".

"What game we playing".

"No idea, Luci hasn't told Maze or me".

"Damn it".

"Go change I'll tell Val you won't be in today". Telling night shift to pass the message along should work.

"You ready now". That jacket, it's packed with stuff.

"Yeah".

"You boys coming or what".

"We're taking the speeder".

"Just use my blood".

"Your blood doesn't have the right hell, we would need the speeder anyway".

"Fine".

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What happened ?

"Ellie ? You awake now ?"

"Yeah. What happened ?"

"Nothing ? You've just been sleeping".

Am I running low on ecto ? "Did I bring my kit".

"The ecto kit ?"

"Yeah".

"It's on the couch".

"Thanks. Tell me what happened I remember showing up and drinking Dandy's ecto but nothing else".

"After you drunk it you sat on the beanbag and fell asleep. You looked exhausted so I left you alone".

"Did I finish drinking it ?" I shouldn't feel this tired.

"Yeah. At least from what I saw".

My levels haven't changed. My element isn't out of control. Last time was because I was using too much power. Is it my link ?
"Roy take this a minute".

"Sure. What do I do ?"

"Take two of them out and mix them up". This should tell me.

"Okay ?"

"Left hand". It's weak.

"Red".

"Damn it".

"What's it mean".

"Vlads ecto is more stand out. Take the other two and mix them up with the others". I had Vlads ecto last.

"Done".

"Middle left". It's the strongest.

"Blue".

"Okay, That's good". My link is still there. What's wrong then.

"Do I want to know ?"

"I was testing who I was linked to".

"Can I have that a different way".

"My ecto is weak because I didn't die, I get a transfusion from the others but it makes me more bonded to them. I should always be attached to Dandy's ecto since that's my original ecto signature".

"So why didn't you feel it first".

"That box hides ecto so I don't get "distracted" by it. Vlad gave me ecto last so I felt his more".

"But why test it".

"Since Dandy was my first signature losing his ecto would weaken me and since I've been drinking his I thought it might be that".

"Okay ? I think I've got it".

What's wrong with me. It's not the usual things. Dan isn't here so it isn't ecto related, my tracker hasn't gone off either. Is my element changing ? I need to ask Dan when I get back, he would know. Is clockwork watching ? Would he know ?

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"Hey Luci". "Where's your lords ?" Why are you antagonising them.

"Oi brat".

"Yeah ? Are you one of their servants ?"

"He's one of them. The other two wanted to set the game up". It's not a good sign when a demon smiles. Especially a demon general.

"Really ? He looks weak. Like pathetically weak".

"He's the weakest of them". Why is she helping him.

"Oh, and here I was just trying to get under his skin. I didn't know he was actually that weak. Hey Luci what's the rules".

"You will be playing by my rules".

"By your pride or by your honour". What ?

"My honour of course".

"Dan what's that mean ?"

"A deal with Luci works on two different systems one of honour and one of pride. Honour means that the deals rules are flexible it depends on the situation. Pride means it's never changing no matter the cause". "But both mean if you break it Luci takes your life".

"Did we get the good one".

"Yeah". "What's the game ?". Judging by the table and the hall.

"Poker". I was right.

"Bit unfair ain't it". "It's two against three".

"One of us will be a dealer".

"Seems fair. They don't get a stake do they ?"

"Of course not. Only two of us will be against you". You're trying to cheat.

"I know". What ?

"Excuse me". Was that to me ?

"How about this, since the game is unfairly balanced the human will play for both of us".

"I don't t-"

"What do you say". Don't cut me off. I'm not letting your stupidity kill me.

"You think one on one is more appropriate".

"No ? I mean two on one. Him versus you two".

"He's bei-".

"John please let the adults talk". DAMN YOU.

"If you wish to lose then I don't see why I should deny you".

"I don't want to lose you all just look so pathetic I want to help you get a win". "Best two out of three ?"

"Until the chips run dry".

"How much". I'll play along for now.

"How much you want".

"John. Our lives are on the line they don't need much more do they ?"

"Guess not. Two chips then".

"TWO CHIPS". Showing their true colours now.

"You think we're playing for two lousy lives".

"Yours are on the line too, although I guess we're playing for you to be out our lives".

"You think I'm giving you the house for your life".

"OH I forgot about that, thanks for reminding me". As if, you've been getting us ready to move since the deal was made.

"You have already accepted the terms". They were expecting this. He really did want new lords.

"My king you must understand, a life is not as valuable as the house".

"I understand. However you have accepted the terms and I was extremely clear that to gain the lives of these two you would have to risk your home".

"But my king why must I be the only one to lose such a rare i-".

"Because the others didn't have stuff we wanted. Now stop crying and either bet or go back on the deal". "You all lose access to our souls and lives once you lose anyway".

"I refuse to play".

"Are you certain". He's realising we've trapped them.

"THIS IS A TRICK".

"Of course it is you fool. You agreed to the terms and now you decide what's more valuable, your life or the house". "Maze could I have a drink, hell always makes my mouth dry".

"It's the ash. What do you want".

"Whatever you got. Water preferably".

"I'll check".

"Thanks. Now you three, lives or bet".

"Damn it".

"raise". A raise above two. Only one move I can really make.

"All in". Either they match or they fold.

They're folding.

Cowards. "Two pair".

"Ignore them. Good job".

Flush is the highest this time. Cards are too spread for a straight. Unless.

"They're cheating".

"Thanks Maze". "Don't worry about it". Don't worry about it, easy to say that with a drink in you.

"Damn it".

"All in". Is that because of what I said ?

"All in". That's the second one. Can't fold, he's my way out I can't have him losing his soul.

Guess they aren't the only ones trapped. "All in".

Game over.

What ? Those car-

"CHEATER".

"John you cheated your such a disgrace".

"What no. I never done anything". He's smirking. DAMN IT.

"Those were not the cards you had".

"Well obviously. You've dealt a new hand ?"

"He did not have those cards This hand".

"How'd you know".

"Those were the cards played last".

"And you shuffled them. Wait did you actually not cheat ?"

"Of course not. Lucifer is right there". I'm not That crazy.

"Luci ? Do you know what happened".

"There was no magic used by those playing".

"And the one dealing".

"What about him". Their trying to force it towards Dan.

"Neither Dan or the dealer used magic". What did he do.

"So back to it ?" They look angry.

. . . . .

Damn him. "The hell are you doing".

"Nothing ? Drinking ? Why".

"You're doing something to the cards".

"What no I'm not".

"Then why do they keep changing".

"Because". The hells that mean. "Why would I cheat Luci is right there".

"Cute. Using my line". He's going to get me killed.

"Hey Luci how about we open a new deck of cards so the "cheating" stops ?"

. . . . .

"YOU'RE STILL CHEATING".

"Where's your proof".

"THOSE AREN'T MY CARDS".

"Then how'd you play them".

"THEY WEREN'T LIKE THAT".

"Damn you're trying to cheat us out of a win".

"YOU'RE THE ONE CHEATING".

"Nope". "Am I cheating Luci".

"Dan has not used magic". How far did they plan this.

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"You done good John".

"You giving me the house then".

"You get a room".

"I done the work".

"No you never". "Luci might not lie or cheat but he doesn't mind when others do".

"Must you explain what we did".

"Nope, it'll be our secret".

"You forced the devil to cheat".

"No I cheated they just didn't choose the right way I did".

"Daniel".

"Okay, okay, I'll be quiet. Where's the house keys".

"Here you are. And the fulfilled contract".

"Pleasure doing business Luci". "You can keep your feather, the house will do me better".

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"So when are we leaving".

"What ?"

"The house you got it so we can leave right ?"

"Yeah, I didn't expect you to want to leave though".

"I don't". "We can always come back if we want, you said it can change location". You like Amity after all.

"We'll leave after I make it better".

"You can make a house that can move better".

"Takes some effort but I can do it".

"What do you need". Nothing you can get.

"A literal ton of ecto".

"How are you getting that". Only one way.

"I'm going to sit it in the realms while I move stuff from the apartment into it".

"Wont that erase the magic that's bonded to it".

"Not if I do it right. Does mean you three won't be able to come in until I filter the ecto". Might have Megan enter, she could train her intangibility.

"So we can't choose our rooms".

"You'll be able to once I'm done filtering. I just need the stuff you all want in it so they get bonded and won't move".

"Guess I'm not sleeping on a bed for a while".

"The beds and stuff can wait. Does mean it'll be a rushed job". They should be small enough not to be too effected.

. . . . .

"Hey, how was school ?"

"Okay".

"M'gann read my mind, Don't force it".

"We're leaving ?"

"Not exactly. We can come back whenever, I just need the space for some things". Getting Origin back won't be easy.

"She was a demon".

"Demon general but yeah. We won't be leaving Amity I just need a place to rest that isn't an apartment".
M'gann don't.

"You cheated ?"

"M'gann I can feel you trying to force it, stop before you hurt yourself".
I don't want to hurt you.

"They lost their lives".

"They broke a deal. They knew the risks, M'gann please I don't want to hurt you".

"Kid they knew what was going on. They've done it to others".

"You cheated them out of their lives". I hate those screams.

"I'm sorry". I tried to tell you.

"KID". When did he get there ?

"She'll be fine, I had to force her out my head. I'm sorry Megan". "J'onn could you take her".

"Yes". He's not happy either.
I'm sorry.

"What happened".

"She was trying to see everything. I had to force her out my head, she was too deep she felt what I did".

"The pain".

"Being forced out and because I'm a ghost".

"What's that got to do with it".

"I died John. My power comes from my pain, my ecto comes from my death".

"And she felt that cause you used some".

"I couldn't protect her and force her out. She felt the ecto drag her".

"Poor kid".

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"I'm sorry Dan". He must feel horrible.

"I don't need an apology Sam".

"Dan, you know why she did it".

"She wanted answers, I know. Can you focus on this and not them". The lacquer won't stick better if I focus.

"Will you explain it to her". She won't stop asking unless you do.

"She's a kid, do you think she can deal with death. She was in a lab that thought of her like a frog". "I didn't want her to see that".

"But she did, you don't know what she can deal with". We didn't know how to deal with you.

"Doesn't mean I want her to deal with this".

"Dan. Megan has dealt with the horror of humanity do you think she can't see the difference between that and you". You done everyone a favour getting rid of those three.

"I lied and cheated. To her it'll be the same". "I could see it in her face and through her emotions. She felt betrayed and the anger, it reminded me of the past".

"She needs it explained". They died because they broke the deal.

"Not even Jazz could explain what lives are valuable even with demons". "If Jazz can't what makes you think I could".

"Because she's dealt with the worst and because she's seen you". "Megan has seen you help people".

"Teaching people is different than saving people that don't know about it".

"They would've felt their souls return". Haven't you been helping the league ?

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"Ellie my dear is everything alright".

"Do you still have the ghost medic stuff". I'm not going to Dan yet. Not until I know everything it can't be.

"Yes, it is in my lab. What is wrong my dear".

"Nothing I just need the kit".

"My dear if you are needing my supplies then I must know what is wrong". So you can study me more.

"Nothing". I'm not a experiment anymore.

"Ellie I have spent enough time with Daniel to know his tells. Tells which you also have gained". Is that why he's been watching so closely.

"I don't know what's wrong". "I've been drinking Dandy's ecto and I've been tired a lot. I've checked the normal things". This much should make him curious enough to give me it.

"There is no such thing as normal when dealing with the realms".

"Don't give me a speech unless it's helpful".

"Then I will keep to being helpful, my dear. You will need to tell me exactly what has happened and what your surroundings were at the time".

"And you won't use it against me". Like you did before.

"Of course not, I've changed my dear". "Please start from the beginning". I could always get Dan if he does.

"I was watching Megan in school, For her safety. After I went to Roy's and he gave me Dandy's ecto. I thought it was because I was using my powers so much that I was running low but now I'm not sure".

"Who is Megan ?"

"A Martian Dan saved from a lab. She's been living with him and John".

"Who my dear".

"John ? Constantine ?"

"Ah the young man which assisted Danie-. Dan, sir Merlin and sir Jason". That curse must burn.

"Yeah".

"And the other times ?"

"I was studying for an exam, I started at noon it was my alarm that woke me I don't even remember feeling tired but I saw Dandy's ecto lying on the floor".

"And your time with your friend. Did you remember sleeping then ?"

"No".

"Are you certain that you have been drinking the ectoplasm".

"Whenever I see the vails they're empty, so I'd guess so".

"May I monitor your sleeping patterns".

"Like my REM sleep ?"

"Yes".

"Why ? I've been feeling fine after I wake up, it's the before I'm trying to understand".

"Yes however understanding how you have been sleeping will help determine why you have been feeling this way".

"Fine, Two days. After that I'm going back to my normal life".

"Of course my dear you have my word". He's wanting to make it a deal ?

"You can use your machines to monitor me for 48 hours. Not any longer". "And no cameras or visual monitoring".

"Of course". What's he plotting.

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"Dan ?"

"Yeah ?" Why's Jazz here ?

"Sam said you haven't been out for a while".

"How long is a while. The realms isn't good at keeping track". It's been what, a day maybe longer.

"3 days. John is asking about you". He's probably ran out of coffee.

"I'm fine I just, need to be here".

"If this is about what happened with M'gann".

"It's not. Not entirely, I'm here so she has space to think and so the ecto doesn't dissolve the wood". Or the runes.

"Then the lacquer ?"

"It helps distribute my control over the house, I don't need to focus as much but I still have to focus. So if you can leave the therapy till after I'm done that'll be great". I don't want to give this place a conscious. Especially if I can't influence it.

"I'm not here to treat you, I know you can handle yourself but I am here if you want to talk".

"I'm okay Jazz".

"Then I'll leave you for now but please don't hide here".

"I won't". "What about the other two". You haven't talked about them yet.

"Rex and Bobo ?"

"If those are their names". They haven't told me.

"They're adapting to Amity better than you thought, Bobo wants to keep near library's and Rex is trying to get a hunter suit, he said they look like movie props".

"That was the goal". "Thanks Jazz, you better leave before the time shifts too much".

"Have fun".

"I'll try".

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"We don't know of a Starro".

"He said it was a giant starfish. You know one of them". Not helping Guy.

"What about planets being controlled by a collective consciousness". Too many of them John.

"We have not heard of planets being controlled by a foreign conscious". They didn't answer Guy.

. . . . .

"You think he's lying".

"It wasn't a joke. J'onn assured us".

"Doesn't mean it's all true".

"Killing the league would make sense for a first move. It would give him free reign over the world". Why are you analysing his war, it doesn't help.

"Have you seen them fight". What would that show ?

"The league or Dan".

"Both fighting each other".

"He doesn't spar with anyone". He's close enough to spar ?

"Maybe you two should go back and investigate farther before asking the guardians". I need to get back.

"Not anything to investigate we're going off one person's perspective of the future and a lab with starfishes that take control of people". A lab ?

"Haven't you got evidence from that lab ?"

"The league saw this as priority".

"Bats should've given you something to show the guardians". He normally prepares something.

"It was my idea to find information about Starro". Makes sense now he couldn't prepare something.

"Go back and ask the league what they found and bring back evidence of Starro existing. Then the guardians will answer us".

"You think they're lying".

"Wouldn't be the first time. If you want to prove it you need to catch them in the lie otherwise they'll just deny it".

"I'll look at the records".

"I will go to the league for the evidence they've found".

"And I'll go back to my mission before you two showed up". You don't need me for this.

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"NOTHING. I LET YOU WATCH ME FOR TWO DAYS AND I GET NOTHING".

"Dear please calm down, I do not have control over what your body is doing at every moment".

"BUT YOU HAD ME ATTACHED TO EVERY MACHINE YOU OWNED".

"They were helpful however they could not help me determine what ails you my dear".

"THEN WHAT WAS THE POINT".

"I now know that you are not experiencing "ghost puberty" or the like".

"I ALREADY KNEW THAT I ALREADY TESTED THAT".

"Yes but now with proper mechanical evidence I can say for certain that it is not".

"I KNEW THAT VLAD".

"Please do stop shouting I am right here".

"What was the point if you couldn't even figure out what was wrong with me. That's all you had to do, just figure it out and then I could've thought of a cure".

"A cure would take longer for what you have experienced".

"What have I experienced".

"That is what I could not figure out".

"THEN WHY MENTION IT AGAIN".

"My dear please".

"If Dandy was here he would know".

"Well he isn't and I am".

"Then get Dandy mark 2".

"Dan is busy".

"Too busy for his niece".

"Yes unbelievable so".

"Where is he I'll ask him myself".

"He needs focus my dear".

"Tell me".

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"Dan, you here ?"

"Nope". Does no one understand how difficult this is.

"What are you doing".

"Trying to focus".

"I could help".

"Not with the way you are now". The runes will morph.

"You know what's wrong with me ?"

"Your ecto isn't stable, remember".

"That's not the only thing now".

"Damn it. How bad, this'll need my attention but if you need me I'll restart it when we're done".

"I've been drinking Dandy's ecto and sleeping a lot". That isn't unusual. You are a student.

"The usual ?"

"Checked it and Vlad watched me for two days with his gear".

"Damn it. Do you feel faint or tired".

"There's a difference ?" If she doesn't know then it's probably just tired.

"You're definitely a Fenton".

"What's that meant to mean".

"Go pick a room near here, I'll help you in a bit".

"Why not now".

"I can leave once the runes are bake in since I can remove it from the realms but if I leave it here it'll grow a will of its own".

"How long".

"Depends on how much ecto I put in but we're here so it'll be 20 minutes". I'll need to fortify the runes when I come back, otherwise they'll fade.

"Then why have you stayed for so long".

"Ellie, question me later if you want help soon I need focus and time". It'll be another three days after this. Damn it.

"Fine". "Grumpy".

"Brat". Why can't anything be straight forward.

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"So start from the beginning".

. . . . .

"Seriously, that's it". That long of a story, just to say she's been sleeping and needing ecto more.

"What else do you want. That's everything".

"Clockwork ?". Is he listening too.

"He hasn't been responding". It's not like him, what's he watching. He normally likes watching us discover things.

"Probably because you and origin rely on him too much". It's not important right now. "Come with me. I need to modify some gear but it should work fine".

"It won't kill me".

"Nope". Didn't with me.

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"Did you learn this in your time". What are you building.

"Had to. Unlike origin I didn't take programming lessons, I had to recycle everything with no clue what it really did. Took a lot of guess work but I am a Fenton so I didn't end up more dead".

"What is it". An ecto reader, a deflector and the catcher ? "It's not going to hurt. Is it ?" Dandy said not to touch that.

"Only a bit. Not too much".

"Is it safe". Looks like a junk pile now.

"Yeah, it'll let me get a proper reading".

"Of what".

"Use your head, take what I've put together and try and guess".

"I don't know".

"You sure you're origins kid".

"That's what they told me".

"Your base DNA should be similar to origins but your ghost side shouldn't be since you've grown. This'll split you and your human side which will give me a more pure and more accurate sample".

"Why did you need to test that".

"I was wondering how much of me was Vlad and how much was me".

"How long does it take".

"Few minutes of being split, any longer you won't be able to possess yourself again".

"What ?"

"You'll be fine. Stand still".

"OW".

"Sorry, told you it hurts".

"STINGS".

"Yeah, it's because your ecto is reacting to the living flesh. You're better off than a human it'd feel like boiling acid for them".

"FROM THIS".

"I think I'd rather you scream than shout in my ear". "This'll get a little worse when I get the sample so just hold on".

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"You want water, your voice must be killing you". She looks ready to kill me. "Sorry, water ?"

A nod.

"I'll come back in a second".

"Dan, why are you here".

"Ellie wanted me. Said you were stalking her".

"I asked to monitor what was wrong". You forced her because you didn't want her using your gear and because she's your "project".

"I found it".

"Excuse me".

"I know what's wrong. I'm getting her water".

"What was the cause".

"She's growing".

"I already tested for "ghost puberty"".

"Wrong type of growth. She's the first of her kind, idiotic to assume that she grows the same". It's not puberty. She isn't that old yet, at least not chronologically.

"What type of growth is our Ellie experiencing".

"Like I'd tell you. She's my patient".

"Yes however she is my daughter".

"She'd disagree".

"What's wrong".

"How many magic lessons have you took".

"I've been in classes since you left".

"How many times have you been allowed to use magic".

"Awhile now".

"Give me till after tomorrow, I'll know for sure then". "Do you have class tomorrow".

"Yeah".

"I'll join you. I won't stay in class but I'll need to talk to Marvel and some of your Atlantean teachers".

"I haven't took lessons from Marvel". I should've expected that.

"Why". Did he tell her or did she figure it out.

"He's a kid, why would I take lessons from him".

"Because he's wiser. It's one of his powers".

"He didn't look it".

"How many people did you tell".

"No one but you, I thought you would've known".

"Good. Don't tell anyone and in future assume I don't know". I don't know what this future holds. "Did you take any of his lessons".

"Some".

"Then I'll need to talk to him".

"Why".

"I'll tell you after I'm done".

"Fine".

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"He's not upset kid he's just giving you space". Should she be drinking coffee.

"Are you certain he is not avoiding me".

"Yeah, I asked his sister to check on him. He's giving you space and working on a project".

"Is it our home".

"He's tweaking the magic so it doesn't ruin anything, making it more homey".

"Thank you John, what can I do to apologise to him".

"He likes hugs".

"Will that be enough".

"From you, probably".

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"King Arthur, Queen Mera it's a pleasure". Why's she training Ellie.

"Please Dan formalities aren't needed among friends". Normally but I haven't met your wife.

"Any friend of my husband is a friend of mine". She's polite.

"Very well, thank you for caring for my niece, she has been trained well".

"Thank you, she is a very adept student".

"That's the issue I wish to speak about".

"An issue with Ellie's studies".

"No, not directly. Our abilities are different than the living especially when magic is concerned, we adapt to the magic we learn it becomes a part of us. Ellie is growing, I need to know what she's learned so I can know what she'll become".

"What Ellie will become ?"

"One of the side effects of learning magic. Others in my family won't experience it, Ellie is young enough that her body will change to best suit the magic she learned".

"I see".

"What are the other effects".

"Some small changes, her changing to suit the magic is the biggest and most tiring change but she doesn't know yet I want to be sure before I tell her".

"Very well". Is that her study.

"Before you tell me, King Arthur could you ask the same of Marvel, Ellie said he taught her too".

"Of course".

"Thank you".

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"So do you know what's wrong with me now ?"

"Yeah, follow me".

"Where to this time". She's getting tired.

"Fenton works". Origin planned ahead. Too bad it's not for him.

"Why ?"

"It's the only place with ecto".

"The realms".

"Too thin and I can't monitor you as well". That tank should have it's quality monitored if origin done it right.

"But why do I need ecto".

"Think about it".

"I've been drinking ecto and sleeping but I never remember when I wake up". "Is it just to fix that ?"

"Kind of, the ecto you've been drinking is origins, his is stronger since he's meant to exist. The ecto origin put in that tank is concentrated to heal him so it'll work for healing you". "It's also more pure and probably medical grade since he was planning to hibernate his injuries away".

"So what'll it do".

"It'll stop you being tired and you won't need to drink ecto. Hopefully". You should be stable once you've changed.

"Hopefully ?"

"The realms aren't the most scientific. Especially since you're growing".

"I tested for that".

"No, you and Vlad tested ghost puberty this is different".

"Can I know".

"You're changing and growing but it's not puberty. You aren't old enough for that, what you're experiencing is growth. I don't know what you're changing into like clockwork says -"

"Answers cause change". "So I can't know what's going to happen".

"Broadly, the ecto should heal you, you might not need transfusions after it. Hopefully it'll make your form permanent but it might not be this one".

"So I won't be Dandy's daughter".

"You'll be his. Your hair will stay the same, your magic and shape will change not your color". He'll know you're his.

"My eyes ?"

"Will still change. Your blessing won't be overwritten". I wont let it be.

"How long will it take".

"No idea. A day won't be enough but I don't know how long after that, I'll watch over you while you're under".

"What about M'gann".

"I'm giving her time to think, right now you're more important".

"No". "M'gann is meant to be more important".

"She learned what I did with Luci. She didn't like me cheating or causing the lord's death".

"She still cares about you and what you think". "Especially what you think of her".

"Go ghost. It'll save us time later".

"What ?"

"If you go ghost your clothes will change with your body. So it'll save us you trying to coat new ones with ecto".

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"Is something wrong my king".

"Dan has spoken to me about Ellie".

"My king ?"

"Ellie will not be attending classes until she is better".

"What was wrong".

"Dan explained it as growth, Ellie has learnt our magic and culture and as such she will become part of us".

"I do not understand my king".

"I am afraid ne-"

"Your friend will be safe. She is experiencing adulthood".

"I see, thank you my queen".

"Of course Kaldur'ahm".

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"What ? Oli said she was sick".

"Bruce said she was adapting but he didn't go in depth of what it meant".

"Barry never said anything".

"I'll ask her what's wrong".

"If she hasn't said anything the first time she won't for the fiftieth".

"That many ? Are you sure -"

"We aren't dating". "So we all got different answers, you think Dan knows".

"He is her uncle father so it would make sense".

"So tomorrow ?"

"Yeah we can all go".

"I'll ask my king".

"B will want me in school but after I'll join you".

"I'm sure he won't mind. Barry won't".

"Bruce wants me to be normal when not in costume".

"What's more normal than visiting a sick friend".

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No changes yet.

I take that back. Her clothes are getting longer but nothing else.

This is going to take forever. Maybe I should ask dream to give her a nice sleep. Later.

Someone's coming in. "Hey, you want something".

"People asking for you".

"Kids ?"

"Yeah". What are they doing here, they should know she will be ok.

"Send them in". "Thanks Blue".

"No problem". We really should pay them more, especially when they're being my messengers.

"What's wrong with her". Did he have to run off.

"Haven't they told you". I did tell them. Right ?

"They gave a different answer to us all". Seriously. Do I need to kill them. Again.

"Wally". Good he's stopped.

"Yeah".

"Don't run around my home, it's rude". Back to centre. "Thank you, now tell me what you think is wrong with her".

"Puberty". What the hell Mera. "Adapting". Good, Bruce told the truth. Shocking. "Sick". Really Oli. "I never got told anything".

"That's because I never told flash. He annoys me".

"Kid flash does that to us too".

"Bruce told you the truth but not the why I'm assuming". I never told him. Marvel, Mera and Arthur were the only ones that needed to know.

"No. But he never told me what it meant either".

"Go take a seat any of you want food or something to drink". I need to die. Not sleeping would be great.

"Yes please, whatever you've got".

"I wouldn't mind some coffee".

"Same as Roy".

"I am alright".

"You want the short explanation or do you want as much as I can tell you".

"Everything". They all want to know everything. Fine.

"I'll tell you what I can".

"Thank you".

"Ellie isn't stable, not genetically she needs transfusions to make her ecto stable but because it's from us and "tainted" it affects her body as well, in there it's pure. She will slowly "taint" it after she does that'll allow her to change shape from absorbing it".

"So is she safe".

"She's safe, not sick and it isn't puberty. It's growth".

"What's the difference". Gross.

"Don't speak with your mouth full". "Ghost puberty gives us an element or something else unique. Growth doesn't give us anything, it just makes things easier".

"Ghost puberty ?"

"Origin and team phantom decided on the name, blame them".

"Is that why she was tired".

"Yeah, her body is trying to adapt while also staying the same, it's going slowly because while she was awake she could feel it but it feels like falling apart, sadly Ellie already knows the feeling. Whenever she drunk origins ecto she reverted back to normal, sleeping was the only time she couldn't drink any since it was the only way her body forced her to sleep more. Once her body realises that she isn't going to revert the process will speed up".

"How long is she going to be in there". He's worried.

"Roughly a month if she doesn't speed up".

"Can we help her".

"Not unless you can speed up time". Clockwork isn't going to help.

"Don't you know time".

"Clockwork doesn't mess with time to help, he says if he helps the best result won't be possible".

"Didn't he help Danny ?"

"He's the exception. He's "fates chosen"".

Chapter Text

"Roy you can leave". "She's safe".

"What am I, chopped liver". Why did they both stay. Aren't Barry and Oliver worried.

"No liver tastes good". "She'll be fine, I'll make sure of it".

"I know. I just don't want her to wake up without someone near".

"I'm watching her every move".

"Hey guys, she's losing her legs". Losing them ?

She's floating. "It's fine. She's just choosing to fly". "That isn't flight. Good going kid".

"What is it". Did origin keep Jazz's tea.

"Swimming". The ghost way.

"But she isn't kicking or moving her arms".

"How we fly is the same as how we swim. It's just a power difference". No ripples means it's swimming.

"How do you swim ?"

"We blow ecto in a spiral like how Red Tornado does but in reverse, we don't sit in the eye we sit at the tail. For flight we do the same only difference is that we don't need fins and it's weaker, those aren't her clothes being too big".

"She's getting fins. How will she walk".

"Don't need to walk when you can swim trough all substances. I'm going up I need a better view". It looks like her growth is getting faster. Good.

"DAN".

"Yeah ?"

"Your monitor is flashing".

"Always something new". What's it this time.

Night at the museum. Help wanted.

"You boys want to help Amity". Hopefully Roy will.

"Sure". He's hesitant.

"The museum has some "living" artefacts they come alive sometimes. Breaking things is allowed just don't go over the top". Val won't mind getting some help. "Watch out for the ones with teeth and the T-Rex".

"Got it". "Roy ?"

"Go without me". Damn it.

"I won't let anything happen to her". I never will.

"I'm fine".

"You good yourself, Flash Jr".

"Ha ha. Back in a minute".

"Don't you mean-"

"NO. I hate that stupid joke". Damn Barry what did you do to this kid.

"See ya".

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"Flash ?"

"Kid flash".

"Same difference. Why are you here".

"Hanging with Roy and Dan. He got the alert". But he doesn't get alerts ?

"Where ?"

"Fenton works".

"He's there". No wonder we can't find him.

"Yeah. What's the problem".

"Wait, you're here, to help".

"Yeah said I would".

"Okay. You see the things moving".

"Yeah".

"Stop them moving".

"How".

"Whatever mean necessary". "You want help".

"Nope. I've been wanting a rage room". He smiles like Dan when he deals with Vlad.

"Red ?"

"Yeah".

"Did you just send a kid in there".

"A Flash. He'll be fine".

"Dan ?"

"Dan".

"I'm going to kill him".

"Again ?"

"Will you all stop with that joke".

"Nope it's funny".

"I hate you".

"No you don't".

"No I don't. But I am willing". "Tuck tell me where he is".

"Fenton works".

"How do you-"

"Kid flash".

"Oh".

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"DAN PHANTOM GET YOUR BUTT HERE NOW". She's going to wake him.

"Butt is already there". "What's up".

"You just sent a kid into a living museum".

"He needed it. It's not like we make the stuff sturdy". Not anymore.

"It isn't fragile-"

"It is if you move at Mach 1. He drunk milk before he left". The whole carton.

"Dan, he's a kid. Why did you send him".

"I was planning on both of them but as you can see, one is sleeping now". "They've been here since I took Ellie out of school".

"How long".

"Since he rested his head on me". "I know the brat done it. Am I really that warm".

"Like fresh baked cookies".

"Now you're making me hungry. Did he do a good job".

"Val ?" "Did the kid do a good job". "Damn it, he hurt his knuckles trying to punch the Easter island head and he rolled his ankle getting off the T-Rex".

"Did he have fun".

"Speaker".

"CAN I COME AND DO THIS EVERY TIME".

"Ha. That's why I wasn't scared, kids are indestructible". Especially super ones.

"What's going on with you".

"Nothing just busy". Why do they think I'm avoiding M'gann.

"You don't come in here unless it's important. What's going on".

"Take a look".

"ELLIE".

"She's in a coma. She'll be fine when she wakes up. She needs this".

"What's wrong with her".

"Growing pains. She's adapting to her magic".

"This late". And they wonder why I made them take lessons.

"She's a ghost, it has to pass the original magic first before she can adapt".

"Then you ?" Seriously.

"All grown. I don't need that". Not unless I get a huge influx.

"Danny ? Vlad ?"

"Vlad hasn't learned magic. Origin might since he's becoming full ghost but I don't know fully". Depends if he makes his own or not.

"How long has she been like this".

"She's been in there since I took her out school. As for how long she's been growing, I don't know but I think it's recent since she told me she's been drinking origins ecto". "I'll keep an eye on her don't worry. She'll be safe".

"It's not her I'm worried about". Not again.

"I'm not avoiding M'gann. Just a lot of stuff is happening".

"Dan -"

"Don't trap me then try to therapy me".

"I didn't trap you. Speedy did".

"Don't make me get up. I will wake him to make you leave".

"No you wouldn't".

"Wanna bet".

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"Megan, you here".

Knew it Sam was wrong, how dare she trick me into going away fro-

"Dan ? Are you back".

"Only for a little bit, I'm sorry I can't be around more. Things have been hectic".

"It's okay, I know you're busy. I'm sorry for forcing myself into your head".

"I'm glad you're okay". This feels awkward. "Are you okay".

"Yes".

"Megan".
I can see when you lie.

"I'm sorry. I'm sorry.I'm sorry. I'm sorry.I'm sorry. I'm sorry.I'm sorry. I'm so-"

"M'gann, it's okay. It's okay. I don't blame you, I never will. I'm sorry, I didn't mean to make you feel like it was your fault, I just wanted you to have space to think without me".

"Why. Why did you leave. Why did you leave me again".

"Come here". This is how Jack done it. "I'm sorry for everything. I didn't mean to leave and especially not for that long, I couldn't know what time it was out here. I didn't know I left you for so long, I'm sorry for not putting you first, I'm sorry for leaving and I'm sorry you had to experience this yourself". Hopefully this is as tight as Jack made it.

"You're squeezing me".

"So-"

"I like it". If Jack taught me anything it was how nice hugs felt.
Especially his.

"Dan ?"

"Yeah".

"Nothing".

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"This is the report we managed to obtain from the laboratory that Dan has infiltrated".

"Nothing about a starfish". "You sure we went through everything".

"Yes. superman, Martian manhunter, green arrow, red tornado and Wonder Woman looked through the lab".

"J'onn did you find M'gann's room".

"Superman found the room where myself and Dan discovered her. I am certain".

"Should we send Dan, he can show us the way".

"While Dans opinions are valued his mental state over the lab would hinder our discoveries".

"I agree with Batman. Dan is valued however he will not be able to think clearly with the labs apparent destruction".

"Bit early to say it's destroyed J'onn".

"I trust Dan. If we were not able to find the cells he had discovered, they must no longer exist".

"I trust Dan too but we can't ignore the possibility that Dan could be mistaken".

"Than his new companions ?"

"They might've been in the lab but under different circumstances".

"And the man I removed the alien matter from". They've gotten close.

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"You back for good".

"No, Ellie needs supervision she's changing into something new".

"Can we tell her good luck".

"Afraid not. She's in a coma so she doesn't revert to how she was, she needs to change her body is forcing it".

"Will she be okay".

"Eventually".

"Can we visit".

"Sorry but no. I need to watch her". I don't want you meeting them. Not until you're healthy.

"Okay".

"I see you are back".

"Same to you. League meeting ?"

"Yes, we investigated the laboratory".

"Anything good".

"We did not find any remains of Starro".

"Damn it". "I should've waited for you guys. You sure you checked the whole thing". I shouldn't have done it myself.

"Yes, myself and superman could not find more floors than you. I promise we had checked the building thoroughly".

"I don't blame you J'onn. I should've waited for another person". "Is it vacant now".

"Yes. May I ask why".

"I promised Ellie I'd teach her until it gets destroyed, so I don't need to worry about anything".

"May we join".

"No". "The thing I'm teaching her will shatter your brain. Nothing alive can withstand it".

"I see".

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"Morning sleeping beauty".

"Wheres Dan ?"

"Black huntress told him off. She's been watching us since".

"Where is she".

"Up here. He's got another console here".

"How is she".

"Same as always".

"How long have you been here".

"About a day".

"Shouldn't you be helping Amity ?"

"Good thing about being part of a team, I can leave and they'll pick up after me".

"Sounds like you're abusing your position".

"They've dealt with Fentons too, they know the struggle of them".

. . . . .

"Black, how is she".

"Did you go home".

"Yes mom. I did my chores too".

"I will kill you again".

"Sure. They're both fine, they know I need to be here".

"What did Jazz say".

"That family comes first and they're part of mine but I told her I'm the only one that'll be able to help Ellie so she gave me a pass".

"You didn't go did you".

"And deal with Jazz's therapy talk. I love her but not that much, she's given enough therapy to me".

"And you somehow always need more".

"You spend a decade with all good things took away from you and Vlad's rage, we can see how much therapy you need".

"Don't over do it Fenton".

"No promises".

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What is this, feels like I'm sleeping in pudding. Is Nocturne trying to take dreams again ?

DAN. He's the reason. Why though. Is he using me to avoid Megan more. Better not be.

What has happened. I remember Fenton works, I remember Roy. Roy ? Why do I remember him, he wasn't in Amity when I saw Dan. THE VAT. I'm in ecto. Dandy's ecto vat. Did he say why ?

"How is she". Who's that ? They sound weird.

"Same as yesterday". "And the day before that". Dan. He sounds tired. How long have I been in here ?

"Sleep Fenton I can watch her". Is that Val or Sam ? Is the ecto screwing with my ears ?

"When she's done I will". Why can I only hear him clearly ?

"You're still part human, go sleep before you pass out again". AGAIN.

Wait. Pass out. Again. I'VE BEEN HERE A MONTH. WHAT THE HELL DAN. YOU'RE WORSE AT TIMELINES THAN CLOCKY.

"Her pulse is shorter". "She's getting better". I BETTER BE.

"That's good". "Sleep Fenton".

"In a minute mom". Sam. He only calls Sam that.

"Dan go sleep. We can watch her". Who is that ? Seriously I can't tell.

"Like I'm leaving her to you. You're not exactly quick". Wally ? That sounded like a jab rather than an insult.

"Faster than you". Definitely Wally.

"But you couldn't be here in a-"

"You use that dumb joke more than Flash". "When's the museum coming alive next". NEXT. I MISSED IT. I love riding the T-Rex. Did he make them fight each other.

Definitely not a Nocturne dream. He can only make good ones. I wouldn't want a world where I couldn't ride and fight with dinos.

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"Still no Hal ?"

"He's on a mission for the guardians. We need evidence of the lab and Starro". Where's Batman.

"Can't. We couldn't find any Starro. Starros ? We couldn't find the thing Dan told us about".

"But J'onn knows".

"He does ?" What.

"J'onn said Dan was telling the truth".

"Manhunter said Dan wasn't lying about his time. He did not say if what Dan saw inside that laboratory was correct". Finally. Took you long enough.

"Where are they". J'onn is the only one able to tell us.

"Dan is caring for his niece, Manhunter is caring for M'gann while Dan does".

"What about the other guy with them ?" Other guy ?

"Constantine is attending school". Who ?

"Isn't he like 18 and British ? Shouldn't he already be out of school ?".

"Hm".

"What ? It's a genuine question". What isn't with you.

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"Is she still under". He sounds exhausted.

"Yeah. Wally is helping but he still has school".

"Have you been there the whole time". I knew you were close.

"She shouldn't do this alone".

"Not alone kid". Dan ?

"How's Dan dealing".

"Better than Speedy". Sam ?

"Am I on speaker".

"No they just have "good hearing"".

"Could always take a room for a call".

"I'll be by tomorrow, you wanting me to bring anything".

"Some of Alfred's cooking would be great". That perked him up.

"I'll ask". Alfred won't mind. Hopefully.

"Thanks".

"Bring coffee. I'll pay you back".

"I'm not taking everyone's orders".

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"Go get a towel". "A green one".

"Is everything green ecto related". Not the most important thing right now.

"Go".

"Fine fine". "Here". "Is it though". He's going to bug me till he gets an answer.

"A bunch of kids made the system simple so even people like you would be able to use it".

"What if they're color blind". Why'd Sam leave me with this idiot.

"It's a special green".

"Dan, am I done cooking ?"

"For now. How are you feeling".

"Like I've slept for a month".

"You did". Near enough anyway.

"Ha, knew it".

"What ?"

"I could hear you guys after a bit". Wonder if that was the spike in brain activity.

"Nosy brat. Let's get you in a proper bed before we talk about anything though". I don't think Sam will be winning for long.

"My room ?"

"Sure".

"How much do I weigh now, I feel like I've ate myself ten times over". You're floating ? Probably doesn't feel the same.

"Same as you've always weighed. Dead weight included". I'll leave it till after.

"What now ?"

"Now we check your levels and if you're fine we let the boys in".

"Were they here for me ?"

"They are your friends aren't they". "Roy has stayed longer than the others, Sam is holding him back for now".

"Can we do the talk later. I feel bad having them stay here". Others before yourself. You really are his.

"You didn't have them stay here they choose to stay, they wanted to wait for you to be better". Puppy eyes really ? "I'll let them in but they aren't staying. I need to do All the tests if you feel uncomfortable at any point just say". You could've just told me to let them in.

"You're my doctor. I know I can trust you". FrostBite would love to see this, that's probably why you don't want him.

"Point stands but I wasn't talking about me if the boys make you uncomfortable tell me, I'll beat them half to death".

"Okay". "Thank you Uncle Dan".

"No problem, brat".

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"ELLIE HOW DO YOU FEEL". I thought I was fast.

"Dead". "Deaf I mean deaf. And sore with how tight you're hugging me".

"Don't lie to him brat, Origin has been worse". Origin is Danny, right ?

"Sup Ellie".

"You aren't cool Wallace". Yes I am.

"Hello Ellie do you feel better now".

"Enough to go back to school, what did I miss anyway".

"I would not know".

"Right I forgot that. Dick".

"I'll tell Alfred you want cookies".

"Thanks".

"Double ?" He always makes the best.

"I'm doing tests on her nothing invasive yet but you'll be asked to leave before I do am I clear".

"Yes" "Of course" "Okay" "Understood".

"Good. Hand please Ellie, force a pulse". "Again".

"What are you testing ?"

"Focus on her not me". "If it's bad I'll say".

"What did it feel like".

"The longest sleep ever".

"Do you feel better now ?"

"I'd do a lap but I don't think my doctor would like that". Could she run with a tail ?

"Legs". "And no I wouldn't like you moving that much".

"Both or one". Does she not feel it ?

"Ellie ?"

"Yeah ?"

"How many legs do you have". She knows, doesn't she ?

"Two ? Why ?"

"Dan". Shouldn't she know about the tail.

"She didn't see them. I was going to test if they could act independently but thanks Dick". "Guess we do this part before I can finish testing. Ellie you've grown, what into I can't say yet but you don't have legs anymore you've got a fish tail".

"WHAT". "YOU DIDN'T TELL ME". That seems more appropriate of a reaction.

"I was going to wait so you could wake up more but the four musketeers decided you needed to learn now. I was also going to wait because I don't know if you can change them back". That's a possibility ?

"YOU WEREN'T GOING TO TELL ME".

"I was going to wait. Try kicking me". "That was weak try again". "Better. Again". "Perfect".

"What ?"

"Boys out. I need more testing".

"They can stay".

"Oh for ancients sake Ellie, I Was going to tell you. I didn't want This to be your reaction so I was going to wait till the tests were done".

"Fine". The pout hasn't changed.

"Glad we agree". "Boys out".

"So do you think she's good now ?"

"Hope not. I got to fight a T-Rex when I was waiting".

"AND YOU ROLLED YOUR ANKLE GETTING OFF IT".

"DON'T TELL THEM THAT".

"Wait seriously. YOU RODE A T-REX".

"Yep, it was awesome".

"Speedy are You okay". He looks ready to pass out.

"I'm fine Kaldur. I'm glad she's out now".

"Are you- OW".

"Not the time or place KF".

"BH knows our IDs".

"STILL DON'T LIKE THAT NAME".

"Who told her ?"

"No one, I saw you guys meet with Ellie. It wasn't a hard puzzle, don't worry though no one in Amity shares secrets".

"Except Dan".

"He doesn't share to anyone new, he keeps secrets to team Phantom and the hunters".

"What about Ellie ?"

"She's part of both. Not officially though".

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Pulse is fine. Projection is fine. Tail is weak but that's expected it Is a new limb.

"What's the news".

"Ghost wise, you're perfectly healthy. Magic wise needs testing and human side I don't know yet, you aren't "human" anymore but you are humanoid".

"What do I need to do".

"Right now you're a ghost, I need you human. Then we'll go into magic".

"How's this".

"Blood is red and still toxic that's good means you've still got ecto while human".

"The tail".

"Still there. Worse case we get you a pendent like Dorathea". "We'll find a way don't worry. Keep your eyes open this'll be bright".

"Okay". Hate using my magic for this, keeping it precise is difficult.

"Invisibility, intangibility and levitating next. Try only skin and muscles first and keep it, I want to check the tail". "Cool". "Your legs have literately became the tail, I can see your toes in the fin and your knees are joint for the bend in the tail. You can go completely invisible now, tell me if anything feels off".

"Feels fine, weird but not painful or uncomfortable".

"Probably because stuff is different. Same again with intangibility keep to only that I won't let you fall trough the floor".

"Okay". "Feels fine. Better than being invisible".

"Floating same rules".

"Feels". "Normal. Better than usual. Like weirdly better".

"You've been floating since you got out. When I was holding you, I was just directing where you were going".

"How many more things have you kept from me". "DON'T GIVE ME THAT SMIRK".

"I was waiting till I knew if you were doing it on purpose or not".

"DAN EVERYTHING OKAY ?"

"Yeah just teasing the brat".

"Do I look the same ?"

"Yeah. Minus the tail and your ears".

"What's wrong with my ears ?" "They feel normal".

"Go ghost". They were the only change.

"THEY'VE GOT FEATHERS".

"Don't know why but yeah, I'm guessing it's an adaptation for the future". You shouldn't have got them without vocal magic.

"What ?"

"Name how many magical things have feathers and tails".

"A lot".

"Think of the sea".

"None have both ?"

"What has either".

"A mermaid has a tail and a siren has feathers ? But why would that matter".

"Myth comes from the Realms remember. You've gained Atlantean magic and you're hoping for vocal magic, so sirens have vocal and mermaids have sea magic. Sea magic is the same as Atlantean".

"What about vocal magic. I don't remember wanting that".

"Our wail-".

"YOUR ACTUALLY TEACHING ME IT".

"Counts as vocal magic. One problem though".

"What ?"

"Your vocal cords have changed they're ecto now, they'll give you the ability to wail anywhere". This day is so damn cool. Danny is going to be so jealous.

"That does-"

"I don't have them, meaning I can't give you my wail. I can instruct you but you won't have mine". I'm glad I'm here the other two would've went crazy testing everything.

"Does that mean I can't use the wail".

"You can. Just not mine, you don't need to do what me or origin does to use it".

"What do you both do".

"I coat my vocal cords in ecto, it's why I took me forever to learn. Origin enhances his whole body with ecto, it's why it drains him and why it's so powerful. You won't need to coat yours because it's already coated and since they're made of ecto enhancing them won't work for a wail".

"None of that seems bad".

"It's not, I can't teach you my wail but that's about it. One other downside will be that if you use too much power you'll lose your voice until you've gained power back".

"Won't I destabilise before then".

"Not anymore". Not an official test but-

"My blood ?" "WAIT REALLY".

"Normally when doing blood tests on you we'd need an ecto proof container so your blood would keep its ecto content. I present a normal glass bottle with your blood featuring no ecto decay whatsoever. You have adapted to your life as a halfa, congrats". You've got no strings now.

"I DON'T NEED THE STUPID WATCH ANYMORE".

"Nope".

"You two okay in there". Sam ? Right they're all still here.

"Just saying all the good news". I was too focused on Ellie.

"WITHOUT ME". "What's the good news ?"

"Ellie is a real girl now. She'll need to float until the tail is fixed but everything else is perfect".

"Wait". "WAIT". "SHE'S A NORMAL HALFA NOW".

"Yep". Whatever normal is.

"What are they excited about". Batboy doesn't know privacy. Go figure.

"Did I tell you boys to come in".

"No but the shouting made us curious". At least he knows not to lie.

"What's happening ?" Roy too.