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Chapter 298 Applause
Chapter 298 Applause
Not only was Storm stunned, but even the White Queen, who had picked up her white robe from the ground, which concealed her shapely figure, was taken aback.
"You mean, you were able to remain unaffected by rays capable of destroying a city in a short time, all thanks to your so-called 'lock picking'?"
Both Dianas witnessed Connors's incredible "lock-picking" skills on Earth-3 and Earth-0, and both times he unlocked the "limiter" to give Earth a middle parting.
One instance was during the "White Martian Incident," and the other was during the "Monster Thompson" Incident.
They both nodded in unison with remarkable coordination:
"That's right."
The "White Queen" was somewhat disappointed; the light in her eyes, which had just been full of interest in Connors, immediately faded.
"I actually thought a new 'Omega'-class mutant had appeared, but if it's just 'lock picking,' it might only be classified as Epsilon-class—"
Epsilon-class mutants are the lowest-ranking "Level 1 mutants".
Connors stared blankly at the "White Queen." His performance just now could be considered "Omega level," so how did it become the worst in this woman's mouth?
Is merely "blocking rays powerful enough to destroy a city" not enough?
Storm noticed a hint of surprise on Connors' face, but she couldn't bear to discourage the newcomer.
"Ranks are only temporary. Each mutant's rank is not fixed. Based on your performance just now, and the two of you..."
Storm looked at the two Dianas, who looked exactly alike and only differed slightly in their armor, each holding Connors' arm:
"I believe you are strong enough to join the 'Endangered Team'."
Connors looked up at the lingering dark clouds in the sky. He realized that it would be too childish to suddenly punch the sky at this moment, so he simply accepted the temporary "level test result".
"Cyclops" needs to rest for a while, and next, "Storm" will arrange everything, including accommodations for Connors and the other two.
This place is called Krakoa, a small island. Putting aside the people who often fly around in the sky and some of the abnormally ugly mutants, the scenery here is quite nice.
In particular, Storm seems to have untapped potential in Connors's "lock-picking abilities," and she specially arranged one of the best rooms for him.
The next few days were a rare period of leisure. Apart from Storm's occasional visits, Connors spent most of his time wandering around the island with the two Dianas.
On this day, "Lady of the House" Diana sat on Connors' face, while "Wonder Woman" Diana sat on his lap.
As the three were having a philosophical discussion, there was a sudden knock on the door.
"Connors, 'Laser Eyes' has recovered and it's time for you to join the 'Endangered Team' and introduce your companions."
Storm's voice came from outside the door.
But Connors was so engrossed in the fresh food that he couldn't answer Storm's question for a moment.
Wonder Woman seemed somewhat annoyed by Storm's frequent visits these days. She showed no intention of getting up and instead swayed her hips even more vigorously.
She waited in vain for a reply, but then she could hear faint noises coming from inside. Storm frowned and knocked on the door again, then pressed her ear against it and listened carefully.
Then she heard the sound of flowing water.
"What are you listening to?" Suddenly, "Secret Guest's" voice came from the side.
"what!"
Storm was startled, let out a soft gasp, and quickly covered her mouth.
"What are you listening to? Why are you taking it so seriously?"
"Magician" Iriana chewed her gum and noticed that "Storm's" heart was racing. Curious, she followed suit and pressed her face against the door.
After listening for a while, "Greymon" Iriana stood up straight as if nothing had happened and gave "Storm" a strange look:
"What do they seem to be celebrating? I heard a series of applause."
"What's there to celebrate about two Beta-class mutants and one Epsilon-class mutant?"
Chewing gum, "Greyhers" Iriana couldn't understand "Storm's" predicament, nor did she care to, and swayed away with her slender waist.
But as she walked further and further away, "The Secret Guest" began to feel that something was wrong. The applause was continuous, and there was only one clapping sound from beginning to end.
"Mystery" Iriana scratched her long, straight, golden hair, spat out the gum in her mouth, and retreated even faster than before.
She had already figured out why Storm's heart was racing.
Storm waited in vain for Connors' response. Standing awkwardly at the door for a while, she finally kicked herself away.
She flew toward the tallest building on Krakoa Island and arrived at the huge circular conference room on the top floor.
The huge floor-to-ceiling windows make the interior incredibly bright, offering an unobstructed view of the seascape outside. Groups of people dressed in various outfits are gathered here.
"Auroro is here? Our meeting should be able to begin once Magik arrives."
The speaker was a guy who was a whole size bigger than the others, and whose whole body seemed to be cast from steel.
"Colossus." Storm Ororo nodded to the guy, but instead of sitting down, she walked to the window and looked at the scenery outside.
She felt her cheeks were still slightly hot and needed time to calm down.
boom!
The conference room door was kicked open, and Iriana, the "Ghost," clad in gold and black armor, entered the room. She scanned the faces present:
"Everyone's here? Let's begin."
"No, not all of them are here yet." Storm, who was standing calmly by the window, quickly turned around and said.
"Who else?" asked "Cyclops" Scott.
"I've already recruited 'Master Lockpicker,' 'Lady of the House,' and 'Wonder Woman' into the 'Endangered Team,'" Storm said.
Connors's name became widely known here after he withstood the out-of-control "Laser Eye" rays; he was known as the "Master of Lockpicking."
Since both Dianas share the same name, it's inconvenient to reveal it publicly. They simply adopted the same self-designations as Earth 3 and Earth 0: "Lord of the Night" and "Wonder Woman."
"Two Beta-class and one Epsilon-class—'Storm,' do you really think they can be effective in the upcoming mission?"
This time, the speaker was a girl with short, slightly wavy red hair, Hope, one of the three "Omega-level" mutants present.
That's the guy who was absent a few days ago and casually blocked the "laser eye" ray as if nothing had happened.
Even "Omega-level" mutants raised such questions. Although the others did not speak, their facial expressions and body language clearly indicated that they did not approve of Storm's attempt to recruit Connors and his two companions.
Another Omega-level mutant, Magneto Erik, twitched his skin and frowned as he looked at Storm.
They clearly didn't understand why this incredibly powerful "Storm Girl," who could control the weather, cared so much about those three people.