THE ATOM-SMASHER

(CHAPTER 7): Ant & Atom Training

"Let's start with the basics."
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Y/N L/N's POINT OF VIEW
LOCATION: SAN FRANSISCO, PYM Residence (Backyard)
(2 HOURS AFTER LAST CHAPTER)

Some time had passed since Hank and Hope explained the whole situation to Scott. And somehow, he actually agreed to help us with this little heist stunt of us. But before we could do anything related to Darren Cross or the Yellow-Jacket suit, I have to assist Scott in training before sending him out in the field. Just the basic stuff however. Y'know, fighting, shrinking and even controlling Ants. But I'm sure that's more of Hope's deal.

As of right now, Scott and I were seen outside. I was dressed in my suit and so was Scott.

Scott: So what's this "test" for exactly?

As I continue to stretch, I begin to speak.

Y/N: Well since you're gonna be the Ant-Man, Hope and Hank said you gotta learn about the Ants you'll be working with. Who better to help then a guy that can be with you, Huh?

I finally finish stretching and put on my mask, I playful punch his shoulder and speak.

Y/N: See you down there Ant-Dude..

After finishing my sentence, I quickly shrink down before quickly being followed my Scott who looks around almost shocked and even astonished at the sights around him.

Y/N: It's like a whole different world, Huh?

He continues to look around before speaking.

Scott: Yeah..It's..beautiful..

As we begin to walk through the tall pillars known as Grass, we ultimately stumble onto our first Ant-Cave. I hear him take a deep breath before ultimately following me into the dirt cave. After walking for a few minutes, I watch as a Crazy-Ant quickly emerges from a Cave wall before making its way towards us. It rubs its head against my leg as I begin to talk to Scott.

Y/N: These little guys at Crazy-Ants. According to Hank and Hope, Their lighting fast and are somehow able to conduct electricity. Don't ask me how..

The Crazy-Ant leaves me before walking over to Scott, I watch as he kneels down before beginning to pat the Ant much like a dog.

Scott: Well I wouldn't say their crazy, more like cute!

As he says this, We I watch as hundreds of Ants begin to emerge from the Cave's walls and begin to pile on Scott. He begins to scream out in fear before quickly growing back to his normal height, which causes me to end up staying small whilst now being held up on his shoulder. I quickly leap off of his shoulder before growing back to normal. I take off my mask and turn around with a smirk on my face.

Scott: I-Uh...That was a lot scarier a second ago..

(Hours-Later)

Even more time had passed.

We had now changed onto the really fun part. Sparring and Combat training. Sadly however, I wasn't allowed to spare due to my durability and strength. Hank deemed it "unfair", however Hope was willing to spar until we were both reminded that we still had to train and spar against Scott afterwards. So here I was, scrolling on my phone. I look up to hear Hope speak.

Hope: Let's start with the basics.

As the two begin to spar, I watch as Hank comes down and begins to speak to me.

Hank: Y/N, Could you come with me for a moment?

Y/N: Yeah, of course.

After confusingly standing up, I follow Hank as he walks up the stairs and onto the main-floor before walking into what seems to be a study room of sorts. I watch as he walks to a desk before starting to flick through some random sheets of paper.

Y/N: So..What are you looking for?

He continues to search.

Hank: I was speaking to you're Uncle earlier and he said something very familiar to me..

I raise my eyebrow, my confusion only growing with every passing moment.

Hank: Something about an Atom researcher, Turned into a hero. I swore I could've seen that somewhere..

After a few more seconds of searching, I watch Hank smiles before pulling out a photo. He quickly hands it to me, I quickly gasp in shock once I fully take in what exactly was on the photo.

It showed a much younger Hank Pym dressed in his Ant-Man suit smiling at the camera, but the person next to him was really the only thing I cared about. It was a man dressed in this exact suit. It was him, the original Atom. Sadly however, the face was very distorted yet the rest was visible. The two had their arms on each other's shoulders whilst the Atom had his other hand up in a 'thumbs up' gesture.

I quickly look up at Hank and speak.

Y/N: Y-You knew the original Atom? I..Woah..

He chuckles before speaking.

Hank: I already knew something was up with you're family when you're uncle told me about you're powers. But I finally connected the dots when I heard the name, The suit only helped me more.

I couldn't help but run my hand through my hair as I continue to chuckle to myself.

Y/N: D-Did you know him? What was his name?

Hank takes a seat at his desk before answering my question.

Hank: I didn't work with you're Grandfather long, he caused a distraction while a snuck into a place and stole data. I didn't see or hear anything from him after that day..

This still all felt so strange. Yet, I was so glad I was starting to learn more and more about him.

Hank: I do remember one thing about him actually, His name was Alex.

I smile at Hank before back the picture. Uncle Al has definitely got to hear about this. I don't even think he knows the original Atom's name. I just hope and pray that I can learn more about Alex the original Atom as time goes on, Maybe it could help me be a better hero..

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END CHAPTER 7.

(A/N. Hey guys! Sorry for such a short chapter, I just didn't have a lot to cover in this one. Cause I was really saving everything big and exciting for the next Chapter, But I hope you are all excited to see a potential Atom-Smasher & Ant-Man V.S Falcon? But due to the benefit of a fair fight, maybe another Avenger will make a special appearance to even the odds and make the fight a tad more exciting? If you guys have any ideas as to who, I'd be willing to try them out. And as always, enjoy what's to come next!)