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The world woke up different.
Every screen, every broadcast, every phone—whether encrypted military feed or casual livestream—was hijacked for exactly ten seconds.
A single message blinked across the globe.
> "The age of waiting is over.
Order begins now.
—Ron."
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In the heart of New York, citizens watched in shock as black-clad figures descended from the skies—perfectly synchronized, glowing faintly with Ron's mark: ∞
They moved with robotic precision, yet each of them carried an aura that felt alive. These were not mindless drones. They were warriors, forged by loyalty, strengthened by doubling power every second. Each one of them bore a portion of Ron's growing might.
They called themselves the Infinite Legion.
Within 24 hours, the Infinite Legion had appeared in:
New York City
London
Wakanda's outer perimeter
Moscow
Shanghai
Latveria
And most surprisingly... Genosha.
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Genosha – The Forgotten Island
Long abandoned after decades of war and mutant suppression, Genosha was reborn under a black sun.
Ron stood atop its highest tower, overlooking his summoned army as they began constructing an impenetrable capital: New Eden.
The ground itself bent beneath his will. Mountains shifted, rivers rerouted, air purified.
Aria bowed beside him. "The first legion has deployed worldwide. Some nations are welcoming us. Others are scrambling their militaries."
"Let them," Ron said coldly. "Resistance reveals corruption. Loyalty reveals truth."
> [System Notification: 5 Billion Summons Active. Global Psychic Barrier Established.]
[Skill Upgrade: Dimensional Authority – You may now fold space within controlled zones.]
[Stat Multiplier Duration: 7 Days. Current Strength: Limitless.]
Ron's aura had transcended understanding. Even standing still, he radiated pressure that cracked the ground beneath him. But he had perfect control. Always calm. Always calculating.
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At the United Nations Headquarters – Emergency Assembly
World leaders shouted across the chamber.
"He's violating sovereign territory!"
"None of his summons have harmed civilians!"
"He's already more powerful than anything we've ever faced—and he hasn't made a demand yet!"
Then, the main screen flickered.
Ron appeared—projected in perfect detail.
"World leaders," he said, tone even. "You have failed your people long enough. I offer you a choice."
Behind him, images flashed—of famine, war, poverty, corruption.
"I bring an end to this."
He raised his hand.
"Submit peacefully, and your governments may remain—under my supervision. Resist, and I will dismantle your systems and replace them with justice."
The feed cut.
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In Wakanda
Shuri frowned, arms crossed as holograms flickered.
"He's not lying. Crime rates dropped 43% in every city his summons touched. They stopped cartels in Mexico. Disarmed warlords in Sudan. And they're healing the sick—somehow."
King T'Challa—alive in this timeline—looked grim.
"That doesn't make him a savior. It makes him dangerous."
"But is he wrong?" Shuri asked quietly.
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In Genosha – Ron's Throne Room
Ron sat on a throne formed from condensed cosmic ore, overlooking his growing capital.
Natasha entered silently.
"Half the world fears you," she said. "The other half is ready to follow."
Ron didn't respond at first.
Then, "I didn't come here to rule. I came here to make sure no one else suffers what I did."
Natasha looked at him carefully. "And what happens when someone close to you betrays you again?"
Ron turned, eyes flashing with painful memory.
"They won't get the chance."
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