Just in time, Apocalypse had controlled Professor X and launched every country's nuclear weapons into space.
That made Hawking even less afraid.
Other than nuclear weapons, ordinary modern weapons could no longer harm him.
"Hawking, you've always done very well—better than I have in all these years combined.
"If you believe that using certain methods can truly allow mutants and humans to coexist peacefully, then do it.
"I'm old. From now on, I'll remain at the school and keep an eye on Erik and the others."
Hearing the determination in Hawking's voice, Professor X fell silent for a long time before finally nodding.
His near loss of his powers to Apocalypse this time had also made him realize that he was old. Since Hawking was doing better, he should let Hawking take action without restraint.
Moreover, Hawking's identity as an alien had its advantages. When he led humanity's Superpowered Persons in the future, mutants would not think he favored humans, nor would humans think he favored mutants.
While Hawking was speaking with Professor X, Nick Fury was holding an emergency meeting with all the members of the Security Council at S.H.I.E.L.D. headquarters.
"I disagree with this. Hawking isn't like Professor X. This will only anger him!"
Nick Fury slammed his hand on the table in opposition.
However, the Security Council members representing the various countries clearly did not care about Nick Fury's reaction. They simply said:
"Director Fury, this is not a discussion. This is an order.
"Hawking must sign the agreement we have drafted and submit to our supervision. Otherwise, his Hero Alliance International Company must be disbanded immediately, and he will no longer be permitted to use his powers for anything else."
"He just saved the world in front of people across the globe. If we do this