What If?

Chapter 12: Assemble

Xandar

The once-proud city of Xandar was in ruin for the last five years as refugees were seen continuing to repair the damage left by Thanos's Sacking due to the Power Stone being held in possession by the now-defunct Nova Corps, who were not seen anymore after the Black Order's assault, leaving speculation that everyone is mostly dead by now.

As refugees continued to rebuild, they were assisted by Carol Danvers, AKA Captain Marvel as she lifted a large boulder off to release water flow rushing into a river, which was the primary source to drink as she assisted those that needed her help.

But in the back of her mind, she couldn't help but think about what she regrettably didn't accomplish five years previously. Having the Universe lose 50% of its population, everything was placed in a period of loss and suffering, especially the ones who had friends and family that they cherished most.

As she continued to help, she couldn't help but wonder where that little girl that she left in 1995 is right now... Monica probably grew up after being away from Earth for so long, but what she didn't know was if she survived the Decimation. Her best friend, Maria, may have aged after a long time, but Monica was the one that kept her going the most, and what pains Carol is that she couldn't be able to go searching for her after everything that's happened... If only she could take a break and find her... If only...

Suddenly, flashes of light appeared out of nowhere as victims of the Fallen were suddenly brought back to life, taking her and the rest of the refugees by surprise as she sees the sudden development come out of nowhere as she noticed people celebrating friends and families coming back to life while the victims were left confused by what just happened... She herself wondered how and why did it happen now?

But then a thought occurred to her... She wasn't the only one trying to maintain peace and stability in the Universe, and there was certainly no other Planet that had a group of fierce fighters aside from her willing to save the day.

So in a split second, she turned around and flew upward into the sky and out of Xandarian airspace, turning her destination directly back to her Homeworld of Planet Earth.

Wakanda

The Golden City of Wakanda has stood beautifully as it was, there was hardly any sign of life inhabiting the country as Bucky Barnes stood in front of a window, looking outside to see the streets mostly empty when his watch started beeping. Knowing what it means, he headed to the lab where the Avengers last met to find a group of scientists standing in front of the chamber.

Bucky: (Walks to the chamber) Is he ready?

Scientist: His systems are activated. I think he's waking up!

Bucky: Alright, open it!

The chamber was opened, revealing a familiar Red Face with a Yellow Cape as his head was fully repaired from the damage laid to him from the previous five years. The Cybernoid opened its' eyes, looking around his environment as Vision came back to life.

Bucky: (Sees Vision) Hey there, pal.

Vision: (Groans as he rubbed his head) Where am I?

Bucky: In Wakanda, don't worry, you're alright. (Puts his gun down) Do you remember anything? What was the last thing you remember?

Vision: (Continued touching his forehead, noticing something was missing) Something... (Rubbed his head) Something's missing. (Turns to Barnes) Was there supposed to be-?

Bucky: (Shook his head) Don't worry about it. (Sits down) Do you remember anything about yourself at least?

Vision: (Looks at the ground) ...I...