"It's not fair, I also have the X gene, why am I not a mutant?" In an ordinary family in Boston, Iceman's brother Ronnie Derek mumbled this sentence countless times.

Hearing the youngest son's complaint, the Derek couple at the dining table looked at each other in blank dismay.

This is Bobby’s house in the suburbs of Boston. Some time ago, his parents sent away the eldest son who was eager to return. They thought that life could return to the peace of the past. Unexpectedly, the mentality of the youngest son who experienced the bustling world after a trip to Manhattan has undergone a wonderful change. .

Having seen the happy life of the mutant brother, little boy Ronnie suddenly became very dissatisfied with his ordinary time, and now his views on mutants have undergone a huge change, from being full of hatred to suddenly taking a sharp turn, becoming He was extremely envious and jealous, as if everything his brother enjoyed was brought about by his status as a mutant—of course it was true to say that, if there was no long-term panic and anxiety before Eric's arrival.Because of this kind of mentality, Ronnie has been complaining since Bobby left. It seems that his brother has superpowers and he doesn’t have it. It’s all the fault of his parents. He completely forgot how he was ashamed of having a mutant brother. up.

His attitude undoubtedly caused his parents great headaches.

Originally, the Derek couple had already noticed the identity of Bobby. When they felt that they might have to face the pain of losing a child, they redoubled their love for the next generation and spent money on sending him to a private school. Instead of going to public school like Bobby, they were caught off guard by the turn of events, and now the abandoned Bobby had left his brother Ronnie far behind.

It can be imagined that with such abilities and the support of his mentor, Bobby's future must be bright and smooth, but his brother is not so optimistic.

"How about we try and see if we can send Ronnie to Xavier College?" Mrs. Derek tentatively asked her husband's opinion.

Mr. Derek shook his head.He also had this kind of thought, but reason told him that it was not realistic.

"There are mutants everywhere, and Ronnie has no ability. How could Dean Xavier agree?"

"We can try it. Mr. Dean looks very kind. Mr. Eric is also very kind. Maybe we can do something for Ronnie." Mrs. Derek tried to persuade her husband, and under Ronnie's begging, she This idea has been brewing for several days. "At least we can inquire about it. It's better than giving up without making any effort."

This is the mood of parents, even if there is a glimmer of hope for the next generation, they can try it.

Mr. Derek was pondering, when a piece of local live news suddenly popped up on the TV.

"The Myers Rolling Mill, which has been bankrupt for five years, finally ushered in a new life today. The buyer is suspected to be Mr. Eric, a new honorary citizen of New York and a superhero. If the deal is concluded, it is believed that the investment will be no less than [-] million." on television.A reporter blushed with excitement, and Eric was walking out of the hotel not far behind him, accompanied by several men in black.

"Baby?" Before he could react, Mrs. Derek pointed to the back and shouted. There must be a son of her own among the group of young people following Eric!

The couple looked at each other again, and soon the phone rang.

***

When people are running around on the road, Eric will not know the plan of the Derek couple. He is more concerned about whether the factory area is as he wants as stated in the brochure.

After passing the winding Charles River, they soon left downtown Boston and came to the highway.The area is hilly with roads running through rolling hills.As far as the eyes can see on both sides, there are lush forests, and five-cornered maples grow all over the road.Even though it is late autumn, the trees do not look bare. Each tree has as many as several colors. There is a faint redness, while the real red leaves show different levels according to their color depth.

After enjoying the scenery along the way, the car finally stopped in an abandoned factory area.

"Oh huh", Eric almost had the urge to whistle. Is this factory really only closed for five years?

Looking at the moss-covered steps and the overgrown grass, Eric suddenly wondered whether S.H.I.E.L.D. had received favors from the bank before selling this deserted land to himself.

"It's not like that, it's just that something happened in the middle, so it's not well kept, and the machine is still very complete." Coulson was a little embarrassed, he talked to the custodian who rushed to the scene, and then the frustrating The gentleman opened the door with difficulty and invited the guests to enter.

After crossing the silent and uninhabited open space and startling a few sneaky birds, the factory building appeared in front of the guests.

"This is a steelmaking workshop with two DC electric furnaces and two ladle refining equipment. The construction cost of the two continuous casting machines totaled 7000 million that year. Now it can be sold at the price of scrap iron and steel." The custodian said, Eric ignored him, and went up to the sky under the astonished eyes of the man, and looked around for a while before coming down again.

The railway is basically intact, and the small port still exists. After simulating the idea in his mind for a while, he finally decided to take over.

Now he could have a good talk with Coulson.

After some haggling, Coulson sent him back to Boston with a pale face and left. Eric walked back to the hotel alone. Soon he got a message that Bobby's parents invited the teachers and students of the college to have dinner.

Autumn is the most beautiful season in this city, and it is also a good time to eat lobster.Due to limited financial capacity, the Derek couple did not choose a high-end restaurant in the city, but used the locals' knowledge of Boston to find a unique shop.

Under their leadership, the teachers and students of the college followed their masters around the valley and approached the endless Atlantic Ocean. The small buildings on the shore are all restaurants.They chose a small ship-like shop near the sea, and ordered lobsters, oysters and various mussels. They were all freshly salvaged from the sea, and they tasted extremely delicious. Locals like to cook them in seawater and dip them in Butter to eat.

After chatting with Bobby's parents about the local landscape and specialties, the couple began to inquire about the admission requirements consciously or unconsciously.

But they are doomed to be disappointed. There are many new students joining the academy, and they can't control their abilities well. It is not realistic to recruit ordinary students. In order to avoid accidental harm to Ronnie, Eric can only politely refuse.After he explained, the Derek family could only express their understanding.

"Now we are implementing an active participation strategy. This is not the only channel for the college to contact the outside world. If Ronnie is interested, he can also come with us for social practice during the holidays." Although unable to enroll, Eric's words are The family opened another window.

"Is it in Manhattan?" Ronnie couldn't wait to ask, the bustling Fifth Avenue left him with too deep memories.

"Boston is fine too." Eric replied with a smile. “It’s just south of Portland, certainly East Coast Portland, not the rose city of Oregon that bears its name.”

"Is that the factory mentioned in the news?" Mr. Derek was also interested. "I know that factory. Although the factory has fallen, the location is a good place."

"You know it?" Eric was a little surprised, the factory had been abandoned for a long time, and it was quite far from downtown Boston.

Mr. Derek nodded and admitted: "It was a good factory, and it used to be very profitable. Unfortunately, cheap imported goods from foreign countries and increasingly stringent environmental protection requirements knocked it down. The factory owner was forced to dismiss the workers and announced that Bankruptcy, the bank has not found a suitable next home since it took over, until you came forward this time."

"It's about the same as what I learned. Fortunately, the reasons for these two failures have no effect on us." Eric nodded. "In fact, we have also invested in companies like Osborne, which are large companies with a bright future. Generally speaking, such large companies have higher returns, but in our opinion, the combined output value of a hundred companies is only half of it. SMEs are more important than a single large corporation.”

"Is it to promote employment? I heard Bobby said that many people like him have contacted you." Mrs. Derek asked curiously. She used to worry about how Bobby would make a living when he grew up. Now this Mother can finally rest assured.

"Part of the reason is that not everyone is suitable for our life, and a large number of people aspire to live like ordinary people. I try my best to do what I can for them, and avoid unnecessary troubles caused by some people because they have nowhere to go. Trouble, another part of the reason is that I hope that our compatriots can live with dignity. It is of course a very good thing to own our own industry. For example, in the factory in Boston this time, I will give some shares to Bobby and the others. Let them experience the feeling of starting a business." Eric said lightly, the students already knew this, and there was no surprise expression on their faces, seeing their appearance, the Derek family was even more moved.

Although he was emotional, he could only be happy for Bobby - his parents thought so, but Ronnie didn't intend to miss the opportunity.

While washing his hands, he found Eric.

"Sir, I'm reading the biography of Lincoln recently." Through the mirror, the boy stared nervously at his elder brother's mentor.

"Which version, what do you think?" Eric asked casually.

"The Kisd version, it tells us that no matter how great a person is, there is another side that is unknown." Ronnie said, and Eric in the mirror looked over. Resisting the urge to turn and run away.

"Continue." Eric said calmly.

"I'm different from Bobby. I'm willing to do anything, as long as you help me." Eric's eyes seemed to have a strange power, which gradually calmed Ronnie, and there was a gleam of ambition in his eyes is constantly expanding. (to be continued~^~)

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