Ancient Artifact

Cyclops had awakened long ago. He had already mastered his powers and understood their limits.

Even a Concussive Beam as thick as a water pipe could punch through an infantry fighting vehicle!

However, a Concussive Beam of that magnitude failed to penetrate the magic shield, allowing Chen Ji to block it successfully.

Not only did he feel humiliated, but a surge of fighting spirit also rose within him!

This battle appeared to be a contest between Cyclops and Chen Ji, but it actually concerned the dignity of X Academy and Kamar-Taj!

If Cyclops failed to win,

then it would indirectly prove that X Academy was inferior to Kamar-Taj.

Cyclops's gaze burned as he once again increased his energy output. The Ruby Quartz Visor flashed brilliantly, unleashing a violent, tidal Concussive Beam!

Everything in its path was destroyed, leaving nothing behind!

A cold gleam flashed in Chen Ji's eyes.

He suddenly dismissed the magic shield.

Facing the incoming Concussive Beam without any defense.

The Ancient One and Professor X's expressions changed slightly!

The next second, the Ancient One and Professor X's pupils contracted sharply, and they could not help finding it unbelievable!

Chen Ji pushed both hands forward, and an invisible spatial vortex appeared before him out of thin air!

The Concussive Beam released by Cyclops vanished into the spatial vortex like a clay ox sinking into the sea, without stirring even the slightest ripple!

Meanwhile, Chen Ji's aura continued to rise. Dazzling light shone from his body. Not only was he completely unharmed, he had actually absorbed the entire Concussive Beam!

"Black King!"

"Your Mutant power reminds me of the Black King from the Hellfire Club!"

Professor X was startled.

Chen Ji and Sebastian Shaw...

Were they related by blood?

Otherwise, how could they have awakened the same Mutant power?!

After all, Professor X's understanding of Mutants was unmatched!

He held doctoral degrees in both biology and psychology.

Even Professor X could neither understand nor explain this situation!

Could it be that Mutant powers, like souls, could also reincarnate?

Before meeting the Ancient One, Professor X had also been an atheist. Yet the existence of Secret Art Magic had forced him to accept reality!

"Are we still fighting?"

Chen Ji's eyes shifted.

"No."

"Your Mutant power can counter mine. There's no point in continuing."

Cyclops shook his head with a bitter smile.

Chen Ji's Mutant power could actually absorb energy.

That left him deeply frustrated.

After all, his signature move was the Concussive Beam.

Perhaps only Logan, the recently joined Wolverine, could gain an advantage with his Beast-like senses, inhuman physique, and Super Regeneration.

However, the Brotherhood of Mutants was stirring restlessly.

Storm, Phoenix, Logan, and Beast Hank had all gone out on secret missions.

As for the other exceptionally gifted Mutants, they had yet to experience real combat. It was even more impossible for them to defeat a Mystic Arts Mage!

"Chen."

"Remember, never become arrogant."

"In a life-or-death battle, the enemy certainly won't show mercy."

The Ancient One spoke earnestly.

Her brows were filled with satisfaction.

"Chen."

"You're welcome to visit X Academy anytime."

"The future of Mutants rests on your younger generation."

Professor X's gaze was calm.

Then he watched Chen Ji and the Ancient One step through the Mystic Portal.

Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters.

It returned once more to its usual peace and tranquility.

"The Sorcerer Sanctum..."

"Is in New York?"

"Professor."

"Why have you never mentioned it?"

Cyclops frowned.

"You never asked me."

"Scott."

"I have a feeling that he will become closely intertwined with the fate of Mutants."

Professor X's expression was complicated.

It stirred an inexplicable emotion within Cyclops.

[Because of your appearance, you have brought about a major turning point in the fate of the X-Men. Luck Value reward: 200 points.]

"200 Luck Value!"

"The X-Men?"

"Could it be..."

"Will I become an X-Man in the future?"

Chen Ji had just returned to the New York Sanctum and steadied himself when he heard a heavenly voice.

But he had absolutely no intention of getting involved in the X-Men's mess!

Whether it was the Mutant Registration Act or reversing the future, the X-Men could resolve it themselves.

So what exactly was going on?

Chen Ji pondered silently.

Based on the information currently available, he should be in a world of Old History!

Mutants were destined to face a dark, humiliating, and tragic future.

The Sentinel Robots, which possessed shared abilities, would likely exterminate the Mutant race!

Until...

Shadowcat activated her power and sent Wolverine's consciousness back into Logan's body in 1973, preventing Mystique from assassinating Dr. Bolivar Trask and successfully changing history!

From then on, the fate of the X-Men underwent earth-shattering changes.

New History overwrote Old History!

At that thought, Chen Ji's body trembled.

If New History replaced Old History...

Then wouldn't his own fate also be liable to change beyond recognition?

"Fuck!"

"My scalp is tingling!"

"Then I can't just stand by and watch the X-Men reverse the future!"

Chen Ji was deeply alarmed.

Once he understood the key to the matter, he immediately made the right decision!

He would do everything possible to prevent the birth of the Sentinel Robots!

"Chen?"

"What are you thinking about?"

The Ancient One looked at him in confusion.

"Uh."

"I'm reviewing the oversights and weaknesses from that battle."

"I didn't win. Cyclops merely gave me an out."

Chen Ji casually lied.

Even if the Ancient One held the Time Stone and possessed foresight, she could not possibly see into his thoughts.

"Chen."

"Your attitude greatly pleases me."

"Come."

"I'll take you to the most important place in the New York Sanctum."

The Ancient One smiled.

"The New York Sanctum..."

"The most important place?"

Chen Ji's eyes lit up.

Could the Ancient One be taking him to claim an ancient artifact?

Ancient artifacts!

They were mysterious items created by the first Mystic Arts Mages and spiritual beings during the Prehistoric Mythological Era.

By imprinting magic arrays upon them and infusing them with Cosmic Arcane Energy, they could wield immense power.

The most famous ancient artifact was undoubtedly Doctor Strange's personal equipment, the Cloak of Levitation!

The Cloak of Levitation.

It possessed independent consciousness and the ability to fly.

It had repeatedly helped Doctor Strange escape danger.

Moreover, the New York Sanctum's storage room contained evil items from other dimensions that had drifted into Midgard!

Should an ordinary person touch one carelessly, their dark side might be awakened. They would fall into the abyss of the mind and become slaves driven by a Demon Lord!

As for Kamar-Taj's strongest artifact...

It was clearly the Eye of Agamotto carried by the Ancient One!

The Eye of Agamotto.

It could see through illusions and dispel magic.

It was also the container of the Time Stone.

It was the symbol of the Sorcerer Supreme!

"Chen."

"You are qualified to choose an artifact."

"Of course."

"Ancient artifacts possess spirituality. Whether one acknowledges you as its master will depend on your ability."

The Ancient One led the way. After passing through a corridor, they arrived at the end of the New York Sanctum.

The view before them suddenly opened up.

Inside transparent display cabinets sat all kinds of mysterious objects.

Every mysterious object shimmered with a faint radiance, flowing with magical light and carrying an ancient, weathered aura.

"Ancient One?"

"Forgive me for failing to welcome you from afar."

Daniel Drumm heard the movement, stepped out of his room, and saw the Ancient One and Chen Ji walking through the storage room.

A trace of surprise appeared on his face.

He hurriedly raised a hand and bowed in greeting.

Soon after, Sally Valence, Eva Feynman, Doren Gale, and David Simmons also appeared, each expressing their respect.