Chapter 12: The test.

Jake opens his eyes. I was in a white room that had no end. There is a person near him. He wore black clothes. Jake approached. He was a boy just like him.

(Boy) - You know, Jake, now that you're using individuality, I'm freer around here. I tried to get out of the fight, but your body is weak, "he said calmly.

(Jake) - Who are you?

(Boy) - Someone stronger than you. - He said moving away from Jake - But know one more thing. Where there is day, there will always be night. - when he finished talking, the room started to get dark, darkness took over the boy.

Jake woke up scared. He looked around, he was in his room. His awakening rang. He got up to prepare, a little confused. Your uncle left the coffee ready. Without wanting to be late, he left.

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A man in a suit enters a room. There were two more seats waiting for him. He puts a suitcase on the table.

(Man) - It's all you need.

(Man 2) - Okay, that will work. - he said assessing the value.

(Man) - Have you formed the team yet?

(Man 3) - We managed to release two. The girl is in Oklahoma. And the guy is infiltrating a gang in Los Angeles. We will release the rest soon.

(Man) - Great. Why the investor is a little impatient. - Said opening the door and leaving.

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Jake went through the AU gate. Everyone looked at him, he had seen those looks in childhood, of contempt. He walked slowly. The looks did not stop. Until it was interrupted with a tug. He looked back. It was Greg, John and Amanda.

(Greg) - Jake, my God. What was that at the festival? - he asked excitedly.

(Amanda) - It was incredible.

(John) - What power is that?

(Jake) - Yeah ... I don't want to talk about it. You better go to the living room ...

(Greg) - No. You will tell us everything.

(Jake) - I don't remember very well what happened ...

(Voice) - Jake. - someone called him. It was Anne. - It's all right?

(Jake) - Sure. This is you?

(Anne) - Yes. I am very well. You know ... I made this cake to thank you for saving me. - handed it to Jake.

(Jake) - No need ...

(Anne) - Please accept. I was not strong enough to turn around.

Jake put his hand on her head. Smiling at the girl.

(Jake) - Alright. I would save you as many times as you needed until you were strong. After all, I want to be a hero and so are you. Let's get strong together.

Anne turns red.

(Anne) - Yes ... let's go. - her heart was beating fast.

(Texas) - Jake Davis. - came interrupting the conversation.

(Jake) - Sir?

(Texas) - Sorry to interrupt. But you could go with me.

(Jake) - Sure.

The two walked towards the principal's office. They entered the room. There was Ablaze, director and Starry.

(Director) - Jake, please have a seat.

(Jake) - Thank you. But did I do something wrong? he asked nervously.

(Director) - Of course ... - said turning on the television - Hid this strength from us. - showed scenes of Jake's fight. - Certainly destructive power, but you don't have the right control?

(Jake) - Yes.

(Director) - Your uncle spoke to me. But I didn't think it was in that proportion.

(Jake) - What will happen then? - He curled up in his chair.

(Director) - After the fight, the hero Ablaze, called a meeting with the teachers and me. I wanted your transfer to the hero classes.

Jake looked at Ablaze. He had his arms crossed.

(Ablaze) - Despite his imbalance, I was curious about his individuality. I think it may have potential.

(Director) - And what did you discover?

(Ablaze) - Great. When I met Jake, his body was very hot, but his body was not emitting any flame, a kind of vapor was coming out of his body. I researched a subject. I think your body absorbs solar radiation. Like a solar panel. Acquiring power while absorbing.

(Director) - He doesn't show up every day. Such an individuality should not be in the hero's class. But we cannot transfer it without testing. After the meeting, I contacted Japan headquarters. They said that there is a student who is going through almost the same thing. They said to rate it.

(Jake) - I see.

(Director) - That's why you don't go to class today. You will do a test. We can analyze it better.

(Jake) - But ... suddenly? I didn't even bring my uniform ...

(Director) - Don't worry, get ready.

Jake left the room with the teachers and Ablaze. They handed him the uniform and went to change. They took him to an open field. With some robots turned off. I didn't understand. Until the microphone started to make some sounds.

(Texas) - Very good boy. Your task is to finish with as many robots as you can, until time runs out. You can let go of everything you have.

(Jake) - But what if I lose control?

(Texas) - Don't worry. Simulation starting in a few seconds.

Texas Thunder asked technicians to turn on the robots. They called, started running towards Jake. He was nervous, but something inside him said:

"(Voice) - Come on ... let it out."

What hadn't happened before. He let the power flow, his body got hot, his muscles grew.

(Jake) - Come on. - he said with a nervous tone.

With great speed he destroyed the robots. Golden rays and steam accompanied his movements.

In the control room. They analyzed the student.

(Starry) - Body temperature rising.

(Ablaze) - Good. Every moment his body absorbs more radiation. He's letting it flow freely without controlling it.

In the field, Jake was breaking the robots. Everything was normal. I was relieved. Everything was going to be all right.But, with ten minutes to go, a big headache came. One of the robots punched Jake. Flying until it hits the wall.

(Jake) - What?

(Boy) - Now leave it to me. - a voice inside your head.

(Jake) - You?

(Boy) - Do you hear me? What the fuck! You must be concentrating a lot.

(Jake) - Do nothing. I can.

(Boy) - Can you do it? Your body is almost at the limit. I'm going to play a little.

(Jake) - No.

(Boy) - I didn't ask for permission. Your level of absorbed power is too good to fight.

Jake's vision darkened. His body started to move. His speed increased dramatically, he broke several robots in a few seconds.

(Boy) - As soon as I want ... - Jake's body fell exhausted to the floor. - What the fuck ... Is it over yet?

Where were the teachers. Ablaze looked at the screen.

(Starry) - I think it's over.

(Ablaze) - So his body can't take it, he gets tired to the point of falling.

(Texas) - Just look at his body. He seems to have almost no physical exercise.

(Ablaze) - I can fix this.

(Starry) - Guys. Look this.

Texas and Ablaze approached the screen.

(Starry) - It is not my impression, but look.

It was an image of Jake punching one of the robots. Starry approached the photo, in the middle of the golden rays there was a black ray coming out of Jake.

(Starry) - Does he have more things hidden?

(Ablaze) - This boy is full of mysteries. While they decide. I'll talk to him when I wake up.

After a while, Jake woke up in the infirmary bed. Ablaze was looking out the window.

(Jake) - Again here. - Said sitting on the bed - Is there a student who goes to the ward more than I do?

(Ablaze) - There must be. But speaking of you. Very well sent. This impressed the teachers.

(Jake) - Great. But I wish I had stayed longer. My vision darkened and I don't remember anything else.

(Ablaze) - It must be because you let the body's energy flow out of control. You have to learn to channel.

(Jake) - But how do I do that?

(Ablaze) -I don't know if it will work ... But I can try the method that works for me. The breath.

(Jake) - Breathing?

(Ablaze) - Yes. In addition to helping with control, it improves your focus, channels energy so that it does not come out at once. And it helps not get tired during use.

(Jake) - It makes sense.

(Ablaze) - First take your hand. After that, pull slowly and release the air. Keeping the focus on your hand.

No doubt, he held out his hand. He pulled and released it slowly, he couldn't. He looked at Ablaze, showing no reaction. He tried again, pulled and released more slowly, keeping his concentration on his hand. Suddenly, a golden glow like flames of energy covering his hand.

(Jake) - Shit! he shouted, impressed. - This is ?

(Ablaze) - Yes, you took the first step. You were afraid to use your power, but you will need it to be called a hero.

(Jake) - Yes. Thanks for believing in me.

(Ablaze) - Okay. Now we need to strengthen your body. - He took a card out of his pocket. - Meet me at that address on Saturday.

(Jake) - Understood. But what time?

(Ablaze) - Five in the morning.

(Jake) - But ... but this is too soon!

(Ablaze) - Don't be late. - commented heading to the door.

(Jake) - Ablaze. You mean I'm your student?

(Ablaze) - Yes. Of course, yes. He will become a great hero.

Jake smiled. Lying in bed, I couldn't be happier.