Riya Pulse lovingly cradled her newborn son, Avalon, in her arms. His soft coos filled the room, bringing a smile to Riya's face. "You're such a precious little one, Avalon. I can already feel your strength," she whispered, her voice filled with affection.
Avalon gurgled in response, his bright eyes fixed on his mother. Riya gently touched his tiny fingers, marveling at their strength. "You're going to be a force to be reckoned with, my little warrior," she said, a hint of pride in her voice.
As the days passed, Riya noticed Avalon's remarkable development. At just two months old, he displayed an extraordinary level of strength and coordination. Riya couldn't help but wonder about the depth of his hidden abilities.
One sunny afternoon, Mr. Anderson, their caring neighbor, visited Riya's humble home. He peered into Avalon's cradle and chuckled. "Well, well, little Avalon. You're growing stronger every day, aren't you?"
Riya smiled warmly, nodding. "Yes, Mr. Anderson. Avalon is quite a remarkable child. He surprises me every day."
Mr. Anderson's eyes twinkled with amusement. "You know, Riya, there's a spark in Avalon's eyes. I have a feeling he's destined for greatness."
Riya's heart swelled with both joy and apprehension. She knew deep down that Avalon was special, but she also feared the challenges that awaited him. "I hope he can overcome whatever comes his way," she said, her voice filled with determination.
In the bustling streets outside, a group of dirty, ragged children played with abandon. Riya's heart went out to them, and she couldn't resist joining their spirited game. "Hey there, little ones! Mind if I join in?"
The children's faces lit up with excitement as they welcomed Riya into their fold. They laughed and played together, their innocent joy filling the air. Riya couldn't help but feel a profound sense of connection with these resilient youngsters.
Months passed, and Avalon grew into an adorable and curious toddler. Riya would tie him securely to her back using a cheap carbon fiber strap and cloth before heading out to work. As they walked through the busy streets, people couldn't help but smile at the sight of Avalon, his tiny fingers playing with Riya's hair as she moved through the crowd.
"Look at that precious little one! He's a ray of sunshine," a kind woman remarked, her eyes filled with warmth.
Riya beamed with pride. "Thank you. He brightens my days as well."
Entering her workplace, Riya gently placed Avalon in a nearby cradle. She kissed his forehead and whispered, "Be a good boy, Avalon. Mommy will be right back."
As Riya assumed her role as a receptionist, a sudden commotion erupted throughout the building. Terrorists from the infamous Antim Force had infiltrated the premises, disabling the security system. Panic filled the air as chaos ensued.
The security system had been disabled, but Riya's quick thinking kicked into gear. She secretly activated her personal AI, alerting the nearest superhero for help. But her actions did not go unnoticed by a small villain known as Shrouded Byte, who possessed the power of Technomancy.
Byte approached Riya, a malicious grin on his face. "Caught you, little rat! No one can save you now."
Fear tightened Riya's grip on her instincts, giving her the strength to defend herself and Avalon. Without hesitation, she instinctively pushed her palm upwards, striking Byte's nose with surprising force. The bone snapped, ending his life instantly.
Embershade, witnessing the demise of his comrade, retaliated by conjuring a fireball aimed at Riya. But before he could unleash it, Riya's quick reflexes intercepted the falling Byte's body, using a spinning motion to throw him towards Embershade. The fireball collided with Byte's lifeless form, causing a powerful explosion that engulfed both villains in flames.
The swift confrontation lasted mere seconds, leaving the room filled with stunned silence. Riya stood amidst the wreckage, her heart pounding with a mixture of fear and adrenaline. Unbeknownst to her, she had unleashed a power she never knew she possessed.
Upstairs, their leader, Shadow, observed the chaos. Mistaking Riya for a powerful ally, he aimed his weapon at her and fired the special bullet. This bullet was specially provided for this mission in case they were to meet any strong Superhero. The bullet started burning even the air as soon as it was fired. Once hit, one could not even hope to find the ashes let alone the body of a normal person.