Su Han, determined to offer support to Xubao and Dabao's parents, arranged to meet them at a nearby cafe. As they sat down together, the atmosphere was filled with a mixture of relief and apprehension.
Su Han: Mr. and Mrs. Zhong, I'm glad we could meet. I wanted to discuss something important regarding Dabao.
Mr. Zhong: Please, Su Han, call us Suqing and Zhong. And thank you for reaching out to us. We've been through so much already.
Su Han nodded, acknowledging their gratitude, before delicately broaching the topic at hand.
Su Han: Suqing, Zhong, I have some news about Dabao. He's alive, and he's here in Shanghai. But... there's more to it.
Suqing: More? What do you mean?
Su Han took a deep breath, preparing herself to reveal the truth about Dabao's current circumstances.
Su Han: Dabao... or rather, Lou, as he prefers to be called now, has undergone some significant changes. He's... a meta human, with cybernetic limbs. And he's also become a vigilante known as Raven.
Zhong's eyes widened in shock, while Suqing's expression turned grave as she processed this information.
Zhong: Our son... a vigilante? This is... this is too much to take in.
Suqing: Su Han, are you sure about this? Is Dabao really involved in such dangerous activities?
Su Han nodded solemnly, her heart heavy with the weight of the truth she had revealed.
Su Han: I'm afraid so. But please know that Dabao, or Lou, as he wants to be known now, is still the same person you love. He's just... trying to navigate through some difficult circumstances.
Suqing reached out and grasped Su Han's hand, her eyes reflecting a mixture of fear and determination.
Suqing: Thank you, Su Han, for telling us. We may not fully understand what Dabao/Lou is going through, but we'll do whatever it takes to support him and keep him safe.
Zhong nodded in agreement, his resolve firm despite the uncertainty of the situation.
Zhong: We'll always be here for our son, no matter what challenges he faces.
Together, the three of them shared a moment of solidarity, united in their commitment to stand by Dabao/Lou through whatever trials lay ahead.
Dabao was walking through the streets, lost in thought about Su Han's cousin Diego. His curiosity drove him to seek answers at Su Han's mansion. As Raven, he slipped inside unnoticed and made his way to Su Han's father's study room.
Raven: Looks like you're quite busy, Mr. Jin.
Jin, startled by the unexpected voice, turned to see Raven standing in front of him.
Jin: You're Raven. How did you get in here?
Raven: That's not important. I'm here to help your nephew Diego. He's similar to me, though while I'm a meta human, he's a predator.
Jin's eyes widened with a mix of fear and curiosity.
Jin: Diego? A predator? What do you mean by that?
Raven: Diego possesses abilities that set him apart from regular humans. Predators are a distinct breed with powers different from meta humans and Titans. Diego's abilities need to be controlled before they become a threat to himself and others.
Jin took a deep breath, processing the information.
Jin: I've noticed Diego's... unusual traits, but I didn't realize it was this serious. How do you plan to help him?
Raven: Training and guidance. He needs to learn how to control his powers, understand his strengths and weaknesses. But I need your cooperation. Keep this between us for now; it's crucial for his safety and yours.
Jin nodded, the weight of the situation settling heavily on his shoulders.
Jin: I'll do whatever it takes to help Diego. But why are you doing this, Raven? What's in it for you?
Raven: We're all fighting a bigger battle here, Mr. Jin. Meta humans, Titans, Predators – we need to coexist and protect humanity. Diego's powers, if harnessed properly, can be a great asset. And it's also my way of finding some redemption.
Jin studied Raven for a moment before speaking.
Jin: Alright, Raven. I'll trust you with this. Just promise me you'll keep Diego safe.
Raven: You have my word. Now, I need to gather more information about his abilities and background. Anything you can share will be helpful.
Jin nodded and began to share what he knew about Diego's unusual traits and behaviors, hoping that Raven's intervention would bring the guidance and support Diego desperately needed.
Jin took a deep breath, preparing to share Diego's story with Raven.
Jin: Diego is the son of my younger brother. He married a strong-willed woman whose decision-making skills were unparalleled. Tragically, they both died in an accident, leaving Diego orphaned. My wife and I took him in as our own son, despite his unusual physical traits—six fingers on each hand and only three toes on each foot.
Raven listened intently, his expression hidden behind his mask but his eyes focused and attentive.
Jin: It was shocking at first, especially for my wife and daughter, but we loved him as family. However, school was a different story. Diego faced relentless bullying because of his unique fingers and toes. It was heart-wrenching to see him suffer.
Raven: Bullying can be incredibly damaging, especially for someone already dealing with such unique traits. Did he ever show signs of his abilities back then?
Jin nodded, his face etched with concern.
Jin: Yes, there were incidents. At first, we thought it was just his way of defending himself. But over time, we realized there was something more to it. Objects would move without him touching them, and he seemed to sense things before they happened. It frightened him, and us as well.
Raven: These abilities, if not understood and controlled, can be dangerous. Diego's powers need proper guidance. Do you have any records or anything that could help me understand more about his abilities?
Jin got up and retrieved a folder from his desk, handing it to Raven.
Jin: This is all we have. Medical records, incident reports from the school, and some notes we've taken over the years. I hope it helps.
Raven took the folder, glancing through its contents briefly.
Raven: This will be useful. I'll do my best to help Diego. But remember, for his safety and yours, keep this information within the family for now. Exposure could put him in greater danger.
Jin: I understand. Thank you, Raven. We're putting a lot of trust in you.
Raven nodded, the weight of responsibility clear in his posture.
Raven: I won't let you down. Once I've assessed Diego, we can start his training. He has the potential to be a great asset, but it's a journey that will require patience and understanding from all of us.
With that, Raven turned to leave, but Jin called out one last time.
Jin: One more thing, Raven. Please, be careful. There are forces at play here that none of us fully understand.
Raven paused at the door, glancing back.
Raven: I'm aware, Mr. Jin. We all have our battles to fight. I'll be in touch.
Raven disappeared into the shadows, leaving Jin standing in his study, hopeful yet worried about what the future held for Diego and the rest of their family.