Fame?

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This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, and incidents are either the products of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental.

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[▪︎23rd November 1992▪︎]

[▪︎Main Pov▪︎]

"Alright Ladies and Gentlemen, I hereby conclude this meeting.

The paper will be published tomorrow in Virgil's name and will be spread by our News agency. Thank you for your time."

Mr. Sanders said.

I'm currently lying on my bed wearing my pajamas using my laptop that is playing an audio of a meeting that took place in Vought Tower.

Since I got my laptop, I've hacked into the company's database and systems giving me full access to whatever that's in the tower.

That's why I was able to tap into the meeting.

Just thinking about their conversation brings a smile to my face. I could sense their bottomless greed from here, nothing concerns them so far as they got money.

I must say, Mr. Edgar, did a really good job of marketing my paper to them. Concerning the paper, it wasn't really hard to come up with.

I mean I've already cloned humans with their original's experiences so what is cracking Stem cells to me?

I could've written a better and more revolutionary paper but if I did, the smart ones like Mr. Edgard will realize how dangerous I really am and will in turn make things difficult for me.

I will take things slow until I have substantial power in the company. I just need to do things that will satisfy their greed and their guards will still be low.

Speaking of which, Mr. Edgard is a really cunning fellow. The plans I saw in that guy's mind are intriguing, he will most definitely be the new Chairman.

The hints and wordplay he used when I was explaining my paper to him basically showed that he wanted me to be on his side.

Based on my calculations, he has the highest probability of winning so helping him will yield me more benefits.

He even has plans to adopt a certain girl in 'Red River' who according to her file, killed her parents.

Cellular combustion, such a fascinating ability. I can think of so many ways to utilize it and make it one of the most overpowered powers someone can possess.

I wish I can get to study her, Hmmm oh well when the time comes I'll see what I can do.

One thing that concerns me is the fact that they will make me a Superhero.

I'm fine with being an idol and things but being a hero just doesn't sit right with me.

I don't really care about people's lives so I will probably do it half-heartedly unless the benefits are worth it.

And I will not even get to kill the criminals so that I can delude myself by thinking I am making society better.

I will rather prefer if they send me to deal with terrorists and stuff.

At least with that one, my combat experience will increase and I will get the chance to let loose.

Oh well, I have a big day tomorrow so I have to sleep and prepare.

My resources and lab will be provided to me by tomorrow tops, I can't wait to begin some experiments that will go a long way to help me achieve my goals.

I get up from my bed and approach the barbell filled with weight plates that equals five hundred kilograms and are grouped together with the workout pieces of equipment at the corner of the room.

I casually lift it up with one hand and start exercising in a way that strains most of my muscles, changing it from hand to hand frequently.

Thirty minutes later, my body is soaked with sweat and grime so I place it down, strip, and enter my bathroom to take a shower.

After the shower, I put on a black and white pajamas and get into bed.

Tomorrow is be the first time I will go out in ten years and I plan to make good use of that opportunity.

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[▪︎24th November 1992▪︎]

[▪︎General Pov▪︎]

"The paper 'A Guide To Manipulating Stem Cells' has taken the scientific and academic community by storm this morning when it got published.

It has also taken the headlines of both Local and international news agencies making it the most popular topic to this day. Experts claim it will drastically reduce the cost of cancer treatments and also revolutionize medicine.

The craziest thing about this is the Author of the paper. Let's give it up for Virgil Vogelbaum, the ten-year-old boy whose paper may revolutionize medicine as we know it."

A beautiful young woman who was sitting on a sofa explained to the crowd and camera as a young boy with white hair and red eyes dressed in a casual black T-shirt and Jeans wearing fashionable sneakers entered with a smile and sat on the sofa in front of her.

It was a talk showroom with a 'The V Room' logo embedded on the wall behind them.

It was decorated in violet and blue colors with black glass flooring.

It was equipped with two large black sofas facing each other with a small circular glass table separating them.

An audience was seated in the room clapping with awe when they saw how young the Author is.

"Thank you for having me here Miss Lisa."

The boy said with a charming smile.

"Such a polite boy, no wonder you got this far."

She replied with a smile. The audience also nodded in agreement, since everyone likes polite and respectful children.

"Let's start with the questions, how do you feel now that you are famous? They are calling you the genius of the century now and there is news of numerous academic corporations wanting to sponsor you. How are coping with all this attention?"

She asked excitedly.

"I'm doing well actually, Vought is helping me adjust. I don't know if I can be called the genius of the century, I'm just using my talents to help this country and humanity as a whole."

Virgil replied with a smile. His childish tone and humble attitude coupled with his looks pleased the crowd, the host, and those watching the show live.

"You don't have to be so humble Virgil, I'm sure a lot of people are envious of your intelligence me included."

She joked with the audience laughing with her.

Virgil also showed a small smile hearing this.

"Okay let's go to the last question. People have investigated your background and they claim you are an orphan who was taken in by Vought and that you also have superpowers. How true are these claims?"

She asked.

"They are true, I was an orphan in Angel's Embrace located in Philadelphia before my adoptive father who is a scientist at Vought saw my gifts and adopted me.

Right now I'm being sponsored by Vought and I'm thankful for all that they've done for me. And yes, I have superpowers."

Virgil explained, saying the last part with childish excitement as a bright smile covered his face.

Everyone who saw this couldn't help but smile.

"Then I guess we have Vought to thank for bringing this prodigy into the light. If you don't mind me asking dear, can you please show us your superpower."

She said with visible excitement. The crowd and those watching were also eager to see his ability.

"That's not a problem Miss Lisa, let me show you."

He said excitedly.

The next moment the two sofas were levitating a certain distance above the ground.

" Woah! I'm flying! This is kinda scary."

She screamed with awe and fear. All those watching were also impressed.

A few moments later, the sofas returned to their original places.

"That was amazing Virgil. That's Telekinesis right?"

She asked.

"It's actually Psychokinesis but Telekinesis is also fine."

Virgil replied.

"That's interesting. I'm sure everyone agrees with me when I say you are going to do great and wonderous things in the near future.

And I can also speak for all of us when I say we are very happy that you are using your gifts to help the world and I encourage you to continue with what you are doing.

You've already started saving lives at your age, that's a very commendable achievement.

Let me add some friendly advice, don't let anyone stop you from pursuing your dreams or make anyone discourage you."

She advised with a smile.

"Thank you for your advice, Miss Lisa, I will keep your words in my heart."

Virgil replied with a cute smile.

Miss Lisa nodded with a smile.

"Well that's the end of this session folks, thank you all for watching, and have a great and blessed day."

She said. The audience applauded at the end, making today's session end.

Virgil and the host got up and left the room afterwards with the rest leaving shortly afterwards.

The following day, Virgil became more famous as the video of the show circulated across the globe making him a global sensation.