Chapter 3
Clutching a handful of crumpled bills, James was inexplicably moved
True friendships reveal themselves in times of adversity. It's only when you're down that you discover who your genuine friends are
Peter, even with his skinny sack of bone's exuded a warmth that touched James's heart.
No wonder Peter had become Spider-Man, earning the affection of many.
His altruism permeated every facet of his life, proving New York's good neighbors were more than just a phrase.
Upon returning to the orphanage, James noticed the absence of Mother Hana in the hall and silently retraced her steps to the room.
Mother Hana, concerned about public safety, strictly forbade late returns. Another late arrival meant enduring another round of her incessant scolding.
In the confines of his room, James carefully stowed away his belongings, secured the door, and retrieved a timeworn bronze box from beneath the bed.
This box, according to Mother Hana, had been with him since the day she found James. Its contents remained a mystery, but to James, it was a cherished possession.
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In the midst of navigating the unfamiliar Marvel world, James grappled with a changed background and identity. Discovering the existence of an arms dealer named Tony Stark and a World War II hero named Steve Rogers left him in tears.
The long-awaited crossover event had transpired, thrusting him into the Marvel universe he had yearned for. However, his newfound status as an orphan, coupled with the absence of mutant abilities, left him disoriented.
That changed when James stumbled upon the bronze box beneath the bed. Confirming it contained a genuine set of holy garments, he felt a sense of stability.
Embracing his destiny as a Zodiac Knight in the Marvel World, James touched the Zodiac amor, propelling himself into the realm of superheroes.
The Zodiac amor, a conduit to the universe's power, bestowed incredible abilities upon its wearer. James discovered a cultivation system within the chest, unlocking the secrets of the universe.
The path to understanding the universe began with the sixth sense, an expansion beyond the five basic senses. Mastery of the sixth sense granted superpowers, such as control over ice and psychic attacks.
Seated on the bronze chest, James underwent an accelerated training regimen. The universe within instilled fighting memories into his consciousness, strengthening both body and mind.
Despite the simplicity of this training method, the pain was unbearable. Each moment on the bronze chest heightened physical agony, but the results were undeniable.
As James endured the excruciating process, he couldn't help but recall the proverb: "If you are going to be in charge of the people, you must first suffer." The intense physical torture on the bronze chest was the price he willingly paid for his quest to comprehend the universe.
In less than ten minutes, James, drenched in sweat and physically exhausted, fell from the holy suitcase. The pain was overwhelming, yet the progress was undeniable. The prospect of facing brutal torture again loomed, but James was determined to persevere on this arduous journey.