With the rise of the sun Alex could finally snoop around. Except it really wasn't snooping, rather just confronting.
Alex had become extremely concerned after the impossible things that had happened. Now given the chance Alex wanted to see if their was reason for one of these impossibilities.
This was purely to relive Alex's grim thoughts. With Alex mind running on rampant thinking of every possible way to cause the impossible things.
Alex wanted to be reassured that it wasn't one entity controlling the wildlife. Just one of the impossibilities needed to be solve.
Whether it had been the mysterious gathering of almost every creature Alex had seen. Or the miraculous achievement of protecting the camp.
Now Alex walked over to the man covered from head to toe in a crimson red liquid, which Alex had easily identified as blood.
Alex passed makeshift beds and pillows before arriving at the man. Although what he saw surprised him.
It wasn't the blood on the man or an expression the man was making. Instead it was that there was nothing around him except for a suitcase.
There was no clothes on the ground to cushion him. No blankets or even pillows around where he was.
Alex even began to doubt the man was even at his spot in the camp. Except it was undeniable when the was sitting on his suitcase.
Maybe he cleaned up early?
The bulky man staring off into the dissonance changed his gaze to stare at Alex. While a tinge of sorrow filled his eyes.
"Hello sir, what do you want?"
"No need to call me sir, but I just wanted to know what had happened last night."
The man was surprised by Alex mature and seemingly old response. Confused by Alex's seemingly older mind that contrasted form his body.
Yet he did not show this confusion instead pondering whether to tell him. Except the man knew he had no choice to tell Alex the truth.
Even if he wanted to hide his strength any longer it'd be futile. With the immense witnesses the night before.
This wasn't even including his clothes which clearly told a story of their own. The man then let out a quick sigh befor answering.
"Well during the attack I fended off most of them."
Hearing this Alex was both relieved and a bit worried. He had been relieved as now he knew ut couldn't be a super crazy mastermind that was going to manipulate Alex into its trap.
Although Alex was now worried because to the ne threat on their hands. As the man was completely mysterious to Alex.
Alex had never seen the man fight or hunt. This could prove to be a threat to his and Lyra's strength.
Except another feeling crept into Alex without his knowing. It was joy, and immense feeling of joy that almost brightened Alex's smile.
Alex's joy stemmed from the introduction of a new powerhouse. This would make it so their trip would become easier and more manageable.
It was also an immense increase in strength, as before it was only Lyra and him, while with another edition their power was unstoppable.
"Great job …"
Damnit I didn't ask for his name!
"Sorry but what's your name."
The man let out an obvious chuckle, while Alex flushed red at his mistake. Luckily it wasn't full blown laughter just a simple chuckle.
Alex had also joined in the man's chuckling before they stopped shortly after. Alex also had found his mistake funny despite the side of embarrassment that came with it.
"My names Xavier, and I already know yours mister leader."
The man let out another chuckle, while Alex shook his head in mild annoyance. Alex had not grown used to his title, while he probably never would.
"Haha, thanks fo the help last night, although I do want to ask why you had hidden your strength?"
The moment Alex said this the expressions go the man's laughter and enjoyment were wiped away, replaced with seriousness.
In almost an isntant the mood of their conversation was switched. Alex seeing this change leg outa sigh.
This always happens, I really shouldn't ask such serious questions, meh that's why I came here anyway.
"Well if you must know it's because attention is such a hassle, but I vowed if to save someone even if it meant revealing my talents then I would."
Alex was in awe by the man's righteousness and similar attitude to life Alex had. With Alex to being laid back and preferring to make other do his work.
Except after the plane crash Alex had basically taken the job with the most work. The only reason he had done this at first was to gain trust.
Although now Alex just wanted to lead the people to safety. So hearing Xavier's story Alex wabasically spoken to directly in the soul.
With Xavier's excuse connecting to Alex, while Alex of this awe was shown on Alex face. Except it was just enough to mislead Xavier to thinking he was superior to Alex.
This was a precaution Alex Always took, rather facing an opponent that underestimated him compared to one that overestimated him.
Although this was just a habit Alex took, he didn't want to risk anything. As it was already supspiscous enough that Xavier had been hiding himself.
Except Alex truly wanted to believe in Xaivier and his supposed ways. Alex desperately needed a person like Xavier in his life.
Although humanity can always be crazy and mad. So their was a very high chance that Xavier was nothing more then someone who'd scheme and plot just to get himself above others.
Just like Alex had been beforehand. Now Alex had things to care about, reasons to guide and protect the group instead of scheming and plotting against them.
So Alex had decided to get to know Xavier. He was going to just try and hang out with him, try and find out his intentions.
To do this Alex was going to just be friendly. He had no reason to close himself off anymore, no reason to not be friendly to Xavier.
"That's awesome, you're like a hero, just without a cape haha. Anyways I'd look forward to seeing you more often, you should really stop being lazy and I might allow you to create a group of your own that can have its own special purpose of your choice."
This was both meant to lure Xavier to Alex more so Alex would get the chance to try and get closer to Xavier.
Although it had also served to lure in Xavier to start working. Start helping out the group by making his own special team like that of Lyra's and Alex's.
Xavier on the other hand had a look of shock on his face. Truly hooked by the offer that Alex had made.
Xavier saw no reason to decline Alex's offer, thinking it to be awesome to create his own group.
Xavier did not care about his laziness at the moment. Throwing his peaceful life out the window fo a much more exciting one.
This decision had also been made quickly due to Xavier's previous night fighting monsters while feeling the adrenaline and excitement that came with it.
Xavier had quickly made his choice.
"Really?"
"Yep."
"Well that sounds like an offer I can't refuse, I guess I'll be seeing you around more often haha, been avoiding the spotlight to much, gotta make up for the missed time."
Hell yeah!
Alex was joyous one the inside, so excited by Xavier's choice. Xavier had perfectly fallen for Alex's trap, if it could even be called a trap.
With Xavier's choice of words fueling Alex's motivation and hope. With Alex now strongly believing Xavier to be a truly good guy.
Although Alex still had no way to prove this, so when he sensed their conversation dying he decided to add gasoline to the dying fire
This choice was made so that Alex could make it seem like their friendship was real. If all went well then the friendship would be real.
Except for a short period of time it was just acting with benefits. Although Alex's decision had also come from another benefit of getting to ask some questions he had one his mind.
Xavier then put out his fist, while Alex recognizing his intentions numbed his fist on Xavier's fist. Alex then asked his greatest question.
"What do you think your groups specialization would be?"
Hearing this question Xavier immediately started pondering. As a thoughtful expression drifted into his expression.
Alex expected this, understanding the importance and hardness to figure out its purpose. Alex even expected that Xavier would even say he didn't know and he'd consider it.
Then Xavier's expression suddenly changed to a gleeful tone. Xavier had seemingly figured out their purpose while enjoying the thought of it.
"I think what this group of misfits is missing is protectors, so my group will deal with protecting the main group. We will be the military of this little continent."
Alex watched the gleeful expression on Xavier's face, absolutely surprised by both his maturity and childish acts.
Although Alex couldn't argue that the group protectors, especially when him and Lyra were gone with their group.
Alex was also beginning to like Xavier more and more, despite his possible threat Alex couldn't care for the time being.
Alex still had questions except not before Xavier spoke one of his before Alex could.
"I don't I ever really knew the purpose of yours and Lyra's groups though."
"Mines just hunting, we hunt down the abominations and take back their fur and meat, while Lyra on the other hands is kinda strange, she said it was like gathering, although she really jus deals with grabbing water, sometimes wood, fruits, and any herbs she finds. Except these herbs and fruit usually have to go through intense examination before being leg into the breakfast supply or medical supply."
"Oh I see, that makes sense, I always did see you carrying those huge smelly bags of meat, how did you even deal with the stench. Like this blood on my coat smells like sh*t and I can barely deal with it!"
"Ha, well they do smell absolutely horrible until cooked, but I've been doing it for so long I can't even notice it… luckily."
"Jeez I hope I can get used to it, but I don't k ow if I ever will, haha."
"I also wanted to ask you earlier if you were interested in the army or military?"
"I'd say I'm pretty interested when I've been serving for eight years hahaha."
"Well that explains your talent and body. I just thought you were a bodybuilder, but nope you're a military man, anyway thank you for your service, wait where are you from."
"Don't worry I'm from America to, while it's pretty obvious your from America and haven't served cause of how young you are, I'm pretty surprised by your and Lyra's talents considering your age."
"Well eventually the young will have to overtake their elders, and I'm just coming after you quick."
…
Alex and Xavier continued their conversation constantly laughing and joking with each other, while they were also truly bonding.
For once Alex felt like he had a real friend, especially in their deserted continent this was amazing for Alex.
Their friendship had led their conversation even through breakfast until they had to go their separate ways to go and pack before leaving.
While Alex was almost convinced that Xavier was one hundred percent a good guy with no evil intentions.
Yet Alex was also waiting to see the group that Xavier had promised, a group to protect the group of misfits as Xavier called the survivors.
Now it was time to watch the effect a new powerhouse would have on their travels.