Earth, next day
Alex had been the most fulfilled in the last couple of days, spending time with his family and friends. But one can't stay in bliss forever as eventually work or something else comes calling.
Julia had refused to leave his side and lived with the Grays as she and Alex shared a room. They were no longer kids and could live together as they wished.
"Alex...?" Julia called out to Alex as they sat outside and, in the gardens, staring at the lake in the distance. It was a mesmerizing and peaceful experience.
"Yes?" Alex turned to Julia who had her head on his shoulder. "What's on your mind?"
"There's something Ross and I have been itching to do but couldn't find the right time to suggest it." She looked directly into his eyes, flashing a bright smile. "And I know you know."
Alex mirrored her smile and replied. "You guys can to spar." He stated flatly. "I can see it in your eyes. Especially Ross. But what I can't understand is that you know my current level, yet you wish to fight."
"Hehe…" Julia laughed. "That's because we've never fought a Class S awakened before. What's more, you aren't just any Class S if that is even what you are."
"So, basically, you want to see what I'm capable of," Alex concluded.
"Yep. And yes, we know we're going to lose, but still." She sat up and then faced Alex. "Also, there are a lot of people who want to me you."
"You're referring to your teammates and the others, aren't you?" He asked and Julia nodded.
Alex knew about Ethan and the others. But he didn't want to dive into that yet but now seemed as good a time as any. Also, the others he referred to were Julia's father and the two S-Class women.
"Fine. Let's do it." He agreed as Julia cheered in excitement.
...…..
An hour later, Ross joined the duo as they donned their armour. Ross in particular was even more pumped up than Julia as he couldn't wipe the grin off his face.
"Chill out, bruh." Alex gestured for him to calm down. "I've never seen anyone this excited to get defeated before."
"Yeah, whatever." Ross dismissed his words. "So, where are we going to have the spar?"
"Outer space, obviously." Alex stated. "You guys are strong enough to obliterate this planet two times over. I'm not taking the risk."
"Then, what are we waiting for?" Ross didn't understand why they were still waiting.
Looking over the horizon, Alex replied. "Them?" His action turned the heads of Julia and Ross, but they didn't see anything or sense anyone.
However, they noticed Alex mutter something under his breath and shortly after, the tow spotted Charlotte and Evelyn appearing close to the Mansion.
"Did you call them?" Julia stepped closer to Alex and asked.
"Nah…" Alex shook his head. "They've been around since morning and weren't sure if they should approach or wait till I come out."
"Is there a reason they want to see you?" Ross looked at the floating hunters and then back at Alex.
"Probably about the leaders wanting to see me." He stated like it was nothing important. "I'm sure you've heard the word going around."
Ross and Julia nodded and finally understood what this was about. Anyone with half a brain could deduce what the problem was.
'They fear his strength.' Julia mused silently as her eyes constricted at the two hunters.
Suddenly, they felt their surroundings changed as they appeared mid-air and in front of the two women.
Their first instinct was to prepare for the imminent fall, but then they noticed they were floating beside Alex with no trouble.
'Right, telekinetic abilities as well,' Ross and Julia quickly guessed and then focused on the two hunters.
"Before you say anything, I'm going to spar with my friends. You can come along if you want." Alex proposed as he waited for their response.
Charlotte and Evelyn exchanged glances and then turned to Alex and nodded.
"Good." He nodded and turned to Julia and Ross. "Put on your helm."
The two complied and as soon as the helms were put on, Alex tapped into his vast energies and shifted everyone straight out of the solar system, appearing in a relatively calm space with no visible veil tears or storms in sight.
Charlotte and Evelyn widened their eyes at the display of power as even with all their speed, it would take them several minutes to cover the same distance.
And while what he did was a spatial shift, no one with the same ability could cover that much distance and easily at that.
The hunters couldn't help but gulp silently, realizing just how powerful Alexander really was.
'This can turn messy if the leaders don't handle this well.' Evelyn mused. 'And he seems to be the one who won't act unless provoked.'
It was an easily discernable trait the two picked up from Alex. However, from the way lord Basso was acting, it could easily turn chaotic.
'Alright guys," Alex began as he floated several thousand kilometres back. "I'll try to match your strength and speed." His helm was on as that was the only way to communicate with them.
While he could speak via mana, Ross and Julia weren't at the level they could transmit their voice through the same medium.
"Don't dare hold back. Give your all from the get-go."
"Oh, you don't have to worry," Ross replied with a wide grin behind his helm. "Julia…?"
"I know…" She replied as both retrieved their weapons and channelled their mana.
Seeing as his friends were heeding his advice, Alex nodded in satisfaction. He didn't take any fighting stance as he floated in the void and waited for the two to close in whenever they were ready.
Ross and Julia spaced themselves several kilometres as their weapons blazed with the elements of their abilities.
Suddenly, Ross and Julia disappeared in a burst of incredible speed as they instantly appeared before Alex.
Ross went high for a flaming overhead strike while Julia went low, coming from Alex's left side. Her sword cut through the void with extreme ice intent.
Under the helm, Alex remained calm as he observed the attacks close in on him.
'Let's show them the disparity.' He grinned mischievously.