Few Months Later Project and Sleeper Agents

Gotham had experienced a bit of a violent wave of death and mayhem. All members of several gangs and affiliation of organized crime. But this did not just stick in for Gotham after awhile. Every major city in the states then Soth America followed by Europe and Africa.

As well as the company Vega Wayne International revealing the project called Terra Firma. The destroyed lands in Africa and Australia were purchased from the specific governments. In small clusters. Bir Tawil was an easy purchase. paperwork was drawn up and signed before max did anything with it.

The very moment it was done and official, Kahndaq declared its joint Alliance with the new country. Causing a fuss among several groups. The nation of Bialya also announced its Alliance with them. Which was something that had nothing to do with Max. Rumaan Harjavti, the young Dictator was a friend of Teth-Adam. His idea for some strange reason.

Jonah had gotten married to Ms.Norton. The new Mrs.Hex had taken control as the District Attorney. A hard political case was making it's way to have Commissioner Loeb removed. Several tie ins to those involved in the big arrest. Speedy trials and private security, with government officials pressed to look into things. He was feeling the pressure, and now was on his best behavior.

Gordon had entered the limelight thanks to maneuvering of the Task Force. The golden boy of Gotham city. Which served everything quite well. A few in the department didn't like it, but they were dealt with harshly by others. Slade made sure to stay out of the limelight since the first big commendation gave him such a headache he almost started smoking again.

The female officer Sarah Essen was forced into the Task Group. Vega was extremely harsh with her on certain things. She was never allowed on any solo work with Gordon. As well as having Gordon's wife introduced to her early on. If Gordon step out on his wife, Slade made it clear he would break his arms before Max broke his legs.

Troy Hill took a shining to her. Which worked out well enough anyway.

Especially since Rose had taken a shine to Gordon's oldest, Barbara. A part of Max was happy that the age was different than most comics. But then again, Rose age is different it almost every iteration and she never was around Slade's family in the beginning. Barbara had more different origins than a little bit. As well as her father. this one seemed to be really intelligent like the others. The helping of the contract from her father spread to her and her brother.

Mrs.Wilson joined the task force and acted as the Operator for them. A few more people filling in after transfers were done from other places. Officers from Santa Prisca did well In the Gotham environment. Citizenship was no issue since the place was considered a U.S. territory in the first place. Enough government officials had their hands in the place, it was easy to have them sign off on it. Especially with the Watcher leaning on the group if they still wanted his help.

As for school, things took a weird turn with a large increase of female transfer students. Gotham University received its biggest enrollment in history as well. All avenues of courses were taken. A giant increase in Agriculture and Technology.

Nyssa made her move. Despite her father's protests. But she was adamant in starting her own Operation. Considering Ra's already made it clear Talia would inherit the mantle, she threw that in his face. Taking her mother's company with her. The League where given adequate payment which was the Head of the Demon's real goal for keeping her around.

A fight happen within the family that resulted in quite a number of the forces coming with her, surprising. Mostly those consider failures or waiting for exile. They were doing quite well learning a basic cultivation technique to strengthen the mind. Given a fairly strong body one after they each signed a contract of course. Giving it to anyone else would have their souls ripped out. In a very horrible manner.

In less than two months, the doubt from past failures cleared away. They grew to like Max as much as Nyssa. Considering her bouts of hysteria were removed. And she was more down to earth now like when she was younger. Talia was to much like her father, which is great for business, but not moral.

Selina and Maria left for spring break to visit family in Cuba. A good bit of the former league of shadow went as well. They had not decided on a new name yet. Several having ties to the place for various reasons. Claire remained behind to visit her parents. The relationship had turned pretty normal after several explanations from her. Handle by Raven and Circe to fill in other things. Max refused to get involved. After Claire's father and himself came to blows.

The Seltons now stayed in Gotham. Taking on political jobs to help combat government corruption. They did not know about the finer details of what Max did. Or any of it for that matter. They knew Claire was aIive and in a good environment and learning to control her powers.

Mercy had taken to Max like a sibling. Almost like his little sister to most. Which was fine since it allowed her to learn the bodyguard lifestyle more. Rose Wilson was stuck to the older girl like white on rice. Max thought with Barbara they would make a good team. So Mercy was given additional help in a more leadership cultivation.

Much to the amusement of Mrs.Wilson at times. She had enough trouble most times with her sons. And the only lead on finding Rose's mother actual killer was lost in Coast City.

"Max!" Edward called. He came up with a few other students. members of the Gotham School chess club that Max belonged to. "We have a competition this weekend, gonna make it?"

"Ah yes. Do not see why not." Max checked things over and was aware of the location. "Spring Break just started and there is a chess match, what in the nine hells." Shrugging, they take a flight to Star City for the match. "Regionals... ah well."

"Excuse me Max.." Pamela Isley came up. She had a notebook she wanted him to look over. "Your company has the chance to do some more good if you agree to this."

"Is that the only thing on your mind?" Mercy asked from the side. She was quite outspoken against Pamela most of the time. Sure that the girl would cause trouble in the future. She was not wrong in that opinion actually. 'As bad as that dam n impatient John Constantine.'

"He does not have to do it. Just trying to help." Pamela said in a brief retort. 'If I can find out his secrets more, this would be easier. No way it is just science. Especially since he gave me a book on the thing called The Green & The Rot.'

"I have some one looking into the New Orleans front swamplands. Already start purchasing the lands a few years ago." Max looked over the locations. Pausing on one page that caused his face to frown. "Tch, that company has continued to dump there I see. I will make sure to deal with them appropriately."

"Who is the person there?"

"Alec and Linda Holland. Both are very decent people. The siblings have done work on something to help the environment as well as a few other things." Max would not tell them about the work to create a way to end world hunger. That would be just stupid. 'I am happy it is the Swamp Thing from the old movies. 1982 was a long time ago, but decent enough movie by my account.'

"Well see you there Max." Edward and the chess members took off.

Pamela walked with Max and Mercy. A quick stop to pick up some things as well as check things over as they walk. Mercy was more proficient in her Observation abilities than max ever thought possible for someone so young.

Observation was a precursor to Comisic Awareness. The best use of one's Spiritual Sense while moving and doing things in day to day life. And in combat, made the Sixth Sense something even more devastating.

She made small notes of the few people that kept an eye on them from the shadows. Hired by the people Max cause to be put away. Quite a few assassination attempts had been thwarted and quite a few more people ended up dead. Organs harvested and sold on the Black Market. Couldn't waste such good things.

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Sleeper agents-

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Laira Omoto of Sector 112, Fentara Rrab Sector 2815, Graf Toren of Sector 424, Ogu of Ogyptu Sector 2828 and Lyssa Drak of Sector 3500 received the mental summons. A brief talk about various projects they were involved in and any advice they needed. It went quick as each operative was doing fine.

Before the meeting concluded, Max as the Watcher told them some personal news.

'For your work, here is a small cultivation technique to bolster your minds. Even while you are under deep cover, it will still circulate to strengthen what you hold dear.'

'This is much better than the previous one.' Laira spoke first. 'But it boost up everything we were already taught.' She was impetus and headstrong. Which fit for here age and demeanor. As a prodigy of her HomeWorld, she valued any new learning opportunities. 'I cannot wait till we finally all meet.'

'Little one, that is not for a few years. Right now, we must stay the course. Only a few changes to help our individual people.' Fentara said. The girl reminded him of his own young daughter. A steady father and Green Lantern, always had a bit of insight to give the younger members. 'How goes the Sector you stay in?'

'It goes well enough.' Max thought to them. 'Small agriculture ventures to heal the land more. All small investments for now. Coming years will determine things.'

'The war against the Spider Guild is getting worse. but I thank you for the help all the same. i was able to save a lot of my people because of it.' Graf still couldn't get over the ruthless creatures. But happy that Max offered a helping hand. No matter how small it was. 'As well as the help of the Ogyptu stone giants.'

'No problem.'Ogu droned out slowly. His race perceived things so slow, that it was an uphill battle to bring them to further mental processing. Max did it on a whim wall "Gazing" about when looking for easy spirit energy to acquire when young. He stumbled on them and Lyssa on her planet. 'I will share to help my fellows to improve. The Spider Guild has already been wiped out by us.'

'I will continue to speak with the Guardians about this.' Fentara added. 'I still can not gain access to some of the older files. But the Manhunters information has caused a nice little bit of a buzz. More Green Lanterns are taking notice of things.'

'That is good.' Max rather the Green Lanterns take care of the mess of the Manhunters themselves. Not wanting the robotic monsters to make it to Earth in the future. 'If that is all...'

The others departed but not Lyssa. The same as always.

'..what is it?'

'I just wish to talk is all.' Despite the mental projection, Lyssa'a eyes dug into Max. Almost seeing past the cloaking. 'You have grown stronger. almost like a beacon of power. Barely contained. Why is that?'

'Holding something back to keep my body from reacting poorly. I am.. unbalanced in a few things is all.' Max had no reason to hide it with the contract between the two. As well as how much she already done for him. 'I am almost tempted to bring you to my planet. But my mind is not that stupid.'

'Scared of little of me?' Lyssa teased.' The projection of Max nodded shocking her. 'Why is that?!'

'Because I am a certain type of male. A woman such as yourself will always be the most dangerous thing to me. Especially with my current relationship going on the rocky path.' Max was no fool and understand Circe/Cheetah was growing more irritable. But he would not relent on his course. Especially with her not sure of her own feelings. 'But resisting advances help make me stronger. So..'

'So that is why you do not rebuke me. Humph!' Lyssa scoffed despite Max already telling her he was involved before. 'Who ever this woman may be.. I bet I am better than she!'

'Hahaha, you are different.' Max laughed unrestrained. It was so free that he shocked himself when done. 'I have not laughed like this in awhile. I thank you. I need to go on vacation soon.'