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Chapter 2 - 2. Danger

As Evelyn and her mother enjoyed dinner, the comforting atmosphere was suddenly interrupted by the sound of a loud explosion outside. Evelyn's heart raced, and she instinctively felt the energy of her abilities surge within her. Her mother, sensing the impending danger, quickly whispered.

"Stay here, sweetheart. I'll check what happened."

"Mom, wait!" Evelyn called after her, the protective instincts within her flaring. But she knew her mother's determination; she couldn't let her face whatever danger awaited outside all alone.

After a moment of hesitation, Evelyn made a decision. She was no longer just a girl confined to her home. She was a mutant with potential powers waiting to be unleashed. Maybe this was her chance to understand her true self and to test her abilities. Gathering her courage, she quietly followed her mother outside, careful to stay hidden.

When Evelyn got outside, she saw chaos in the street—people were rushing away from a colossal figure that looked like a villain straight out of the comic books. The creature, green-skinned with large wings and razor-sharp claws, was wreaking havoc, while a few heroes from the Marvel world tried to subdue it.

Evelyn's eyes widened as the battle unfolded before her. She felt a mixture of fear and excitement. What if she could help? What if this was the moment she was meant to reveal her powers? As she watched the heroes struggle, her heart pounded, and she felt a surge of adrenaline.

Suddenly, her gaze fell on a young boy pinned under debris from a nearby building. Evelyn's instincts kicked in. She focused on the debris using her telekinesis ability. To her surprise, she could feel her power responding to her emotions. With a deep breath, she focused harder, willing the heavy rubble to lift. The rocks began to shudder and rise.

To her astonishment, the debris finally lifted high enough for the boy to crawl out. He looked up at her with wide eyes, filled with gratitude.

"Thank you!" he shouted before running to safety.

But then, reality crashed back in like a wave. The villain, noticing her, turned its gaze toward her. An icy chill traveled up her spine as she realized she had attracted dangerous attention.

Evelyn knew she had to act quickly. Glancing around, she saw her mother trying to signal her to come back. As she prepared to retreat, her hands instinctively glowed with energy, and she felt a new wave of understanding wash over her. Maybe this was what "body mutation" ability—adapting and evolving in times of crisis.

As the villain charged towards her, Evelyn shut her eyes and focused her thoughts, willing her powers to defend her. "I can do this..." she whispered, channeling her strength into a protective barrier, letting her fear transform into determination.

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