Little Hero

Chapter 1: Change of Fate

2040

"People of earth, today we celebrate the day we defeated the organization known as the Justice League. A backward organization that slowed down our progress. However, with the establishment of the One Earth Government, the human race has thrived far beyond its capabilities by removing its weaknesses and flaws. Exterminating those who are weak. Rejoice in our birth as a perfect being of creation!" addressed Commander Atticus to his crowd of cheering spectators.

The man wearing a gold and black armor levitating in front of what was the remains of the Hall of Justice grinned at his supporters. He lifted his hand to give him room to speak amongst their cheering.

"But our great civilization is in danger from the great enveloping cosmic dark that is the universe and it's our duty to stop this danger from inflicting our world. We need to spread our ideals to the stars and beyond. Only then can we truly be safe. So, I am pleased to announce that today we will begin our campaign of cleansing the universe from it's filth and usher it into an era of greatness,"

The crowd's cheers turned into roars and the grindings of machines were heard as behind their commander, tall, gleaming rockets began to emerge from the ground. Each one carrying the crest of the New Earth Government which was the earth with the words 'order' in front of it.

Among all the brainwashed 'devotees', one man stood not one bit amazed. This man had a bitter look on his face. When the cheers were getting too over the top, the man turned away. The regime soldiers that stood guard gave him a questioning look but nevertheless they let him out. After all, who would suspect that this frail old man in his seventies could do much harm? It's not like he's the Batman.

No, Batman died 5 years ago.

But Bruce Wayne didn't. He was still alive and as well as a senior citizen should be. Bruce trudged through the streets of Washington staying close to the shadows and avoiding the authorities at every moment. The atmosphere changed from the bustling city to the slums filled with the homeless and needy, victims of the cruel tyranny.

Finally, he reached his destination which was a flight of stairs that leads to what was once a metro station. He walked a few miles underneath until he reached a blocked out tunnel.

"Open up, Ben," shouted Bruce.

The door opened and it revealed a hideaway for the so-called 'resistance', equipped with basic amenities, a small lab, and large computers that monitor the city.

" Left too soon, Bruce," said a young man in his 20s who was watching the monitors.

"Nothing new except he wants to add the whole universe to his empire," grumbled Bruce.

The man called Ben turned his chair to look at Bruce. " So, what's the plan?"

"I told you the only real chance we got is to find an Olympian,"

Ben huffed. "Bruce, we've tried and tried but those gods aren't probably on earth anymore,"

"You don't get it, kid. The Olympians are connected to the earth. Even though, that Olympians denies it. With the way everything is going things are not getting better. Only worse. The Olympians won't stand idly by and watch their power crumble. There's got to be one down here," said Bruce determined.

The doors behind them open and a young woman with red hair walked briskly to them. Her face itched with urgency.

"Bruce, the Olympians you're looking for. I might found one of them,"

Bruce gave Ben his famous bat-smirk. He rolled his eyes "You're right again. What a surprise," he turned his chair back, facing the monitor.

"Where?"