6 a.m. in the secret prison for power holders located in a forest near Green Horn City.
Inmate 576-48X had just woken up. Holder of the power of fire and a former soldier, he quickly got used to prison life. Inmate 48 first did his morning exercises: 100 push-ups, 100 squats, and 100 abs. He then took a large glass of water and continued reading his book on criminal law. The detainees were placed in individual cells because the government didn't know how to control or reduce their power. Having a power related to fire, detainee 48 was put in a special room that could withstand extreme temperatures.
"Yet another day without seeing the light of the sun, imprisoned in this room. They said we'd at least be let out to get some fresh air for 1 hour a day if we behaved and agreed to participate in their damn experiments, but I really don't think they'll keep their word," thought detainee 48. "I at least hope that my wife and son are well. I respected my part of the bargain and didn't try to escape or cause problems. They should receive my pension."
In another room, inmate 576-23X, holder of the power of ice, was holding an origami book, trying to find a less boring way to spend the day.
"We have arrived," said Secretary Adams to Michael as the official car entered the prison. "Here are detained the individuals who possess extraordinary power that cannot be controlled. They are placed in individual cells and treated with as much dignity as possible."
"I see," replied Michael. "I expected more of a brutal and cold prison. Your country impresses me, Mr. Adams."
Both continued to advance into the prison. Adams and Michael were surrounded by armed guards, but the secretary didn't have the slightest desire to say he had been kidnapped, because Michael showed him he possessed the power to teleport across great distances. Plus, Adams knew that if his rescue didn't go well, Michael might take it out on his family, and he didn't want to risk that. Moreover, who would be crazy enough to go to a prison where power holders are held without a plan B, and Michael didn't look like a madman to Adams. Michael obviously wouldn't go after Adams' family, but if Adams believed that and it stopped him from doing something stupid, then there was nothing wrong there.
"Currently, we have 10 individuals whose powers are too great to be detained in normal cells, so we have created custom-made cells for them," said the prison director.
"Lovely," replied Michael. "I will have to visit each of the cells of these 10 individuals," said Michael to Adams, "and perhaps they will be released today."
"Are you confident you can control these individuals?" asked Adams.
"Yes," replied Michael without batting an eye.
Michael's plan was simple. When the catastrophe came, the concentration of mana in the air would be much more intense, and the powers of the different prisoners would be greatly boosted, so they would be able to easily escape their cells. Michael wanted to free them before that so the prisoners would feel indebted to him. He could also tell them about the beginning of the apocalypse, help them save their families, and take them under his wings.
Michael, Adams, and the prison guards therefore went to the first individual. This power holder could control metal, so everyone needed to take off their jewelry, belts, and watches before entering a large room with a small cell of 30 square feet.
"Hello Mr. Jhonson, my name is Michael, and I work here with Minister Adams to set up a special unit which will only have power holders in it."
"Name: Liam Jhonson. Age: 24. Able to control metal."