The Superior Rebirth: A Hero's Awakening

To Save a Friend

March 4th, 1810

The day passed quickly, giving way to the next. Midnight had arrived, marking the hour when everyone was to regroup at the old playground near their school—the place they had spent countless lunch breaks and afternoons together. It was here that they would set their plan into motion: finding Xavier and saving him from whatever danger he was in.

Jack, Elowen, Aria, Sophie, and Emily had each said their goodbyes to their families, explaining their mission. Though their loved ones were anxious about their safety, they understood that nothing would sway their resolve. All they could do was hope for the best.

Meanwhile, across the Kingdom of America, Jupiter was finishing his preparations. He lived with his aunt and uncle, and his Aunt Liza Cavendish was helping him pack. As he stepped toward the front door, bag slung over his shoulder, Liza stopped him, concern evident in her expression.

"Are you sure you're okay going alone, Jupiter?" she asked, her voice laced with worry. "I can come with you, you know."

Jupiter gave her a reassuring smile. "Auntie Liza, you don't have to worry so much. I'll be just fine out there."

"But—"

Jupiter gently raised a hand, cutting her off. "Worrying too much will only make you sick, Auntie. I promise I'll come back with all my limbs attached, okay?" He flashed a playful grin.

Liza's face puffed up in frustration. "That's not funny!"

"I know, I know." He chuckled. "No need to get mad about it."

Just as he reached for the door handle, he felt a small tug on his leg. Looking down, he saw his little cousins, Maple and Charlie, both half-asleep, clinging to his pants.

"Are you leaving already, Big Brotha?" Maple mumbled, rubbing her eyes.

"Yeah," Jupiter answered softly.

"Why can't we come with you?" Charlie asked, his voice drowsy but determined. "We wanna save Big Brother Xavier too."

Jupiter sighed and knelt down to meet their sleepy gazes. "I know you do, but I have to go with my friends. Where we're going... it might be scary." He hesitated before adding, "I don't want you guys getting hurt."

Charlie pouted but nodded. "Oh... okay. Just be safe, Big Brother."

"Yeah!" Maple chimed in. "And bring back Big Brotha Xavier! We miss him!"

Jupiter ruffled their hair with a smile. "I promise. I'll bring him back safe and sound."

As he finally opened the door, he turned to his family one last time. "Bye, Auntie Liza, Maple, Charlie! Take care of yourselves while I'm gone!"

The three of them waved back, smiling. But Liza... her smile was bittersweet.

She had raised Jupiter ever since his mother—her sister—passed away. To her, he wasn't just a nephew. He was her son. Watching him leave now, venturing into unknown dangers, filled her with an overwhelming sense of dread. She wanted to stop him, to tell him to stay, but she knew better.

Jupiter had made up his mind.

All she could do was pray that he would return safely. Because no matter where he went, no matter what path he chose, she would always support him—even beyond the grave.

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Now, it was Jason's turn—the noble son of the Whitmore household—preparing to depart. Unlike Jupiter, he had everything packed for him by his maids. Still, before leaving, there was one last thing he needed to do.