Marvel: Starting From The Bottom

Europe was an interesting place. 

Unlike America, where beings with superpowers had to stay hidden— European ones didn't have to.

At least, not completely.

There were a few beings that were active… and the Europeans didn't mind. Contrary to the Americans who hunted them down because of fear.

But the biggest reason as to why both these places acted so contrary to one another laid in the fates of their hero mascots.

America had lost their mascot. 

Captain America was declared dead, and that sent a massive shockwave throughout the nations. The entirety of North America mourned his death.

On the other hand, Britain still had their hero.

Captain Britain… or Brian Braddock.

Captain Britain was the British version of Captain America— but stronger.

He possessed superhuman strength, agility, stamina, durability, reflexes and senses that were far stronger than Captain America. He also has the ability to fly.

But that's a given as his father was an otherworlder.

It's difficult to explain Braddock's history but to put it simply… They are beings that protect their own universes.

Merlyn and his wife chose a Captain Britain for each realm, and Brian's father— who I killed… was the former Captain Britain.

His father was way too smart for his own good— so, he had to go.

After his father's death, the responsibilities of Britain fell on Brian's shoulders. 

Brian's a genius but he's also gullible.

His father rarely appeared in public and was considered a myth— but Brian decided to become a mascot.

I feel bad meeting them… kinda.

After all, I killed both Brian's father and oldest brother.

But his oldest brother couldn't be kept alive. After all, his older brother was… Monarch— a reality manipulator. 

I was not going to harm Brian as Britain needed a hero, and he was good enough for the role. 

I was not here for him today, but instead I had plans for his younger sister— Elizabeth Braddock… or Betsy, as everyone called her.

She was soon to be known as Psylocke, an omega level mutant with telepathic ability that could surpass Professor X.

A security guard walked towards the gate. 

"I am here on an appointment." I said. "My name's Marcellus Hanley."

The guard's eyes went wide. 

"Lord Braddock is waiting for you, Sir." He rushed to open the gate and guided me towards the massive mansion.

Brian's father established himself as a world-renowned scientist and married a wealthy woman. 

So, it goes without saying that Brian and Betsy have been living a life of luxury.

It would have been difficult for a normal guy to make an appointment with them, but I was currently the world's richest man. 

"Mr. Hanley."

As I entered the mansion— I was greeted by a handsome blonde man. 

"Thank you for accepting my request, Mr. Braddock." I said, giving the man a nod. 

He laughed before walking down the massive staircase. 

"It's my pŀėȧsurė to have the richest man in my humble abode."

'Humble.'

He lived in a mansion that was no less than a castle. While I could easily do the same, my mother preferred to live a humble life. So our house was no different from that of an average person with a little bit more luxury.

"You have a beautiful house." 

He smiled. "I am glad you liked it."

"I was a little worried about finding a good modelling agency for my sister, but I would have never expected you to offer her the job of a runway model at your clothing line."

His statement made me laugh. 

"Your sister might be young, but she is beautiful. And my mother said that the new designs she has in mind will suit lady Elizabeth magnificently." I said as I looked around the house. "She isn't here today?"

"She was busy with her piano classes." He turned to look at his butler. "Jeremy, call Elizabeth here."

The butler nodded and walked out of the room.

"We should talk comfortably." 

…

As we discussed the modelling schedule, I saw Betsy walking towards us.

She was adorable and I could see why she was considered to be one of marvel's most beautiful women. 

She didn't have her iconic purple hair yet as she didn't go through the trauma to dye it purple. She was a blonde, but it looked just as pretty on her.

I smiled at her. "You must be lady Elizabeth. You are far prettier in real life than in the photos."

She blushed at my compliment.

"T-Thank you."

It was funny seeing the woman known for being strong-willed, blushing and stuttering.

"So, are you sure she is good enough?" Brian asked, a bit unsurely.

I laughed. "My mother chose her. And I can never go against my mother's words. Not to mention lady Elizabeth is gorgeous."

Brian smiled while Betsy was going red. "She is the apple of my eyes. So, I hope that you will treat her well."

"Don't worry. She will be given the best treatment." I extended my hand towards him. "It's great to be able to build a good relationship with Britain's most influential family."

He smiled and shook my hand. "Likewise. It's not always that the richest man in the world makes a personal visit."

They were never going to figure out the truth about their brother and father. And I was going to make sure of that.

I looked at the blushing Betsy. 

"Are you ready to work with us, Lady Elizabeth?"

She meekly nodded. "I am."

It was going to be a chore to strengthen her personality without the trauma. And I was going to have to use my telepathy to free her mind… like Jean did in the comics.

After that, she will easily become an omega level mutant.

I have time. Enough time to turn her into a strong mutant with enough courage to face most foes. 

Reality warpers were the mutants I couldn't allow to exist. Matter, molecular and energy manipulators were beings that I was going to get under me.

And telepaths were on the same list as them.

To build a nation of powerful beings, I need loyal telepaths who could look after the others and monitor them. They were necessary to keep other beings in check.

And Betsy was on that list of telepaths.

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[[A/N: 20 Advanced Chapters on Pat reon + Access to Other Stories: Pat reon.com/ToothlessS

Brian and Betsy's father was the guy that was supposed to join the hellfire club. And their brother was Monarch… Well James Braddock Jr. as MC killed him before he could become Monarch.

It's 11 PM and I have 2 ȧssignments to complete so I will add the facts tomorrow.]]