They traveled through time at the same time, but the villainous scientist

Chapter 49 X-Men and Cooperation

The atmosphere inside the cabin was somewhat awkward.

Logan, the Wolverine, casually took a spot, closed his eyes to rest, and seemed indifferent to everything around him.

Cyclops Scott Summers, wearing his signature red quartz glasses, pilots the plane, glancing into the cabin every now and then.

Jean Grey, the Phoenix, appeared much gentler, observing Harry with some curiosity.

Storm Girl Ororo Monroe's gaze was more focused on the red and black figure carrying Death Woman, who was unusually quiet at the moment.

"Wade? Why are you being so well-behaved today?"

Ororo (Storm Girl) couldn't help but ask, somewhat curiously.

This is the first time she's ever seen a Deadpool so honest...

"Boss Osborne has spoken. He said if I behave and help him win over this girl, he'll consider whether my handsome face can be saved. This is a matter of life and death for me!"

Deadpool grinned and said with some excitement.

As he spoke, he patted the butt of the Death Woman he was carrying on his shoulder and nodded toward Harry.

Storm's lips twitched upon hearing this. Okay, that's so Deadpool-esque.

No wonder this guy came looking for Harry Osborn...

"Alright, enough joking around, let's get down to business."

So why are the X-Men there? It can't be a coincidence, right?

Harry smiled upon hearing this, then looked at Cyclops and Phoenix and asked.

“We have been tracking William Stryker’s movements.”

Because he previously collaborated with your Osborn Group on technology, we are concerned that he might use your research findings to target mutants.

Based on intelligence provided by our inside man, Stryker has successfully developed an X-gene inhibitor.

And his next target is you, Harry Osborn.

He plans to attack you, then frame the mutants for everything, inciting a full-scale war between ordinary humans and mutants.

Jean Grey nodded and picked up the conversation.

Harry's eyes flickered slightly upon hearing this; he wasn't surprised that the other person knew these things.

After all, there are top-tier spies like Mystique among mutants...

To his surprise, the old man Williamstry had an ulterior motive for assassinating him.

Because of his collaboration with William Stryker, he also learned a lot of information related to mutants.

Unlike the X-Men series, the mutants in this world are not directly exposed to the public eye.

This is not hard to understand, because in the X-Men movies, there is no external threat to humanity, so there is no organization like S.H.I.E.L.D.

In this world, with Hydra, aliens, and the human elite and S.H.I.E.L.D., the attitude towards mutants is naturally more moderate.

His collaboration with Stryker was limited to the exchange of technology, with the Osborn Group providing theoretical support in biotechnology and genetic engineering.

Stryker, on the other hand, provides certain special biological samples, specifically portions of the X gene.

Both sides actually knew very little about each other's specific research projects and progress.

Surprisingly, Stryker actually managed to develop an X-Force inhibitor.

Given Stryker's deep-seated hatred for mutants, once he possessed this weapon, his next move would naturally be to find a way to completely eliminate mutants.

However, due to the prevailing circumstances, a reason is still needed to take action against mutants...

And he, Harry Osborne, was the carefully chosen "trigger".

Because of the advent of a cancer cure, he is now a top global celebrity, a savior in the hearts of countless people, and a walking reputation printer.

If he "dies from a mutant attack," Stryker will then manipulate public opinion behind the scenes and announce the existence of mutants to the public to incite further unrest.

There is a 90% chance that this will ignite public panic and anger towards mutants, thereby pushing for the passage of various harsh anti-mutant laws.

At that time, radical mutants like Magneto will emerge and confront humanity head-on.

If Stryker then reveals the X-Force inhibitor at the opportune moment, he can easily wipe out the organized resistance forces, including the X-Men and the Brotherhood of Mutants.

As for the remaining scattered mutants, they are of no use and can only become lambs to the slaughter.

What a brilliant move—to strike at the heart of the problem and kill someone with a borrowed knife!
Even if something unexpected happened in the middle, Harry Osborn was lucky enough to survive.

From William Stryker's perspective, a brilliant scientist who has been attacked by mutants would most likely turn to the anti-mutant camp out of anger and fear, becoming a sharp weapon in his fight against mutants.

No matter how you look at it, Stryker isn't losing out on this deal.

The only variable was something Stryker could never have imagined: Harry Osborn not only had "read the script" beforehand and recognized the woman of death, but also possessed the absurd high-tech [X-suit] that allowed him to withstand the attack.

"I understand."

"Thank you for your help."

Harry nodded slightly and thanked Jean Grey.

Even if the X-Men don't come, he'll probably be fine.

After a while, the plane landed in a cluster of buildings that looked like a castle.

Xavier's Gifted Youth Academy

The X-Men's secret base.

Harry followed Wolverine and the others off the plane, while Deadpool continued to carry the unconscious Deathly Hallows without complaint.

Inside the academy, a middle-aged man in a wheelchair, with a gentle face but eyes that seemed to see through everything, was quietly waiting.

Looking at the conspicuous bald head, Harry immediately recognized the man in front of him as Charles Xavier, also known as Professor X.

"Welcome, Mr. Osborne."

"There are some things I'd like to talk to you about alone."

Professor X smiled and looked at Harry. The X-Men around him instinctively stepped back a little.

"Wade, keep an eye on her, don't let her cause trouble."

Harry nodded and said to Deadpool.

"Don't worry, boss! Unless she wants to taste my treasured foot skin that I've kept for years!"

Deadpool patted his chest and assured her, then carried Death Woman to the side.

In the empty reception room, only Harry and Professor X remained.

"Professor, you specifically invited me here and requested to speak with me alone."

I think it's not just because of Stryker's threat.

Harry didn't beat around the bush and took the initiative to speak.

"Well, before we talk about anything else, I'm curious, what are your thoughts on mutants, or rather, people like us?"

Professor X took a deep breath and then asked.

“I have no prejudice against mutants, especially people like you.”

Harry answered truthfully.

This wasn't a compliment; Professor X, with his brainwave amplifier, could instantly control all the humans on this planet.

The fact that he possessed such power yet did not abuse it speaks volumes about his character...

"..."

Hearing this, Professor X breathed a slight sigh of relief. He had been worried that the other party might be influenced by Stryker and have some prejudice against them.

Because of his abilities, he could sense that the young man in front of him was not lying...

"Moreover, according to my research, the so-called mutant ability originates from an extremely complex and highly evolved genetic code."

With my current level of technology, I am not yet able to fully unravel all the mysteries of this gene.

Seeing this, Harry paused for a moment, then dropped an even more shocking conclusion for Professor X.
"But I can say for sure that this special gene sequence is not a product of the natural evolution of life on Earth."

Rather... it was human intervention from a more advanced civilization.

"Human intervention? You mean...we mutants were created by some more advanced civilization?"

"Why? Is it to...use us as weapons?"

Upon hearing this, Professor X's voice trembled slightly, and his hand on the armrest of his wheelchair tightened involuntarily.

Current academic circles, including his own, believe they represent the next stage of human evolution...

But this young man in front of me actually said that mutants are the product of artificial intervention?

If this conclusion had come from someone else, it would have been one thing, but since it came from Harry Osborn, he couldn't help but believe it.

As a fellow scholar with a background in genetics, he naturally knew just how remarkable this young Mr. Osborne was...

"It is unlikely to be used as a weapon."

"The awakening of mutant abilities is highly random and uncontrollable."

The way of awakening, the type of ability, and the upper and lower limits of its strength are all full of uncertainties.

If we consider it a weapon, then its stability and reliability are catastrophic.

Harry shook his head, dismissing Professor X's guess, before continuing,
"Compared to weapons, I'm more inclined to think that mutants... or rather, this special X gene, are more like a massive experiment."

A certain advanced civilization sowed the seeds in ancient times.

Then they would observe quietly, wanting to see what strange and wonderful abilities this gene could evolve in different individuals, and to what unimaginable extent it could expand the potential of life.

"Experimental subject..."

Professor X muttered to himself, his expression complex and difficult to decipher.

This answer, while still sending a chill down one's spine, is undoubtedly far better than "weapons."

At least, their race wasn't created for the purpose of killing and destruction...

He took a deep breath, and his gaze toward Harry held a hint of relief and approval.

He invited Harry Osborn here, partly to protect him and prevent him from falling victim to Stryker's clutches again;

On the other hand, it was also an attempt to show this brilliant scientist, who has a huge global influence, the friendly side of mutants and to win a strong ally, or at least, to prevent him from becoming an enemy.

At least for now, he has achieved his goal...

There was even an unexpected bonus: they learned about the origins of their race...

Just as Professor X was lost in thought, Harry's voice rang out again.

"Professor, since we are facing a common enemy and do not have any fundamental conflict of interest with each other."

So, is there a possibility of cooperation between us?

Professor X looked up abruptly upon hearing this, his eyes filled with surprise.

Harry Osborn actually took the initiative to propose a collaboration with them!
"cooperate?"

Professor X composed himself and asked,
"Mr. Osborne, how would you like... us to cooperate?"

Harry's lips curled into a meaningful smile.

"It's very simple."

"Let's start by completely eliminating the problem of William Stryker..."

　The light novel is a real thing, and the fake follower with 1500 followers in the background actually stopped at the first round.

　　What amazing people are in this episode...

　　
　
(End of this chapter)