X-Force: Beyond Omega

Jean's training continued with Aron pushing her limits as he guided her through mastering the Phoenix Force. She had made a significant breakthrough, but Aron knew her potential extended far beyond dispersing storms.

"Now that you've stabilized the Phoenix Force, it's time to move on to more advanced abilities," Aron said, his tone firm but encouraging. "First, let's focus on your attack powers starting with the Disintegration Ray."

Jean's brow furrowed. "Disintegration Ray?"

He nodded. "It's one of the most devastating abilities the Phoenix Force grants. It allows you to erase matter from existence, down to its most fundamental particles. But," he added sharply, "this is not a power to use lightly. You're not just destroying what you can see... you're unmaking its very essence."

Jean nodded with a serious expression. She understood the danger that came with the power. "I understand."

Aron gestured toward a large boulder that he pulled out from the sea bed. "Focus on that rock. Channel your energy into a concentrated ray. Visualize it dissolving into nothingness. But remember... Focus and precision are the keys. Too much force, and you risk destabilizing the environment around it."

Jean extended her hand, her fiery aura flaring as she focused on the boulder. A thin beam of golden-red energy shot from her palm, striking the rock. For a moment, it seemed as though nothing happened then the boulder shimmered and disintegrated into dust, leaving no trace behind.

Aron crossed his arms, impressed. "Good. You are natural."

Next, Aron introduced her to Energy Absorption.

"The Phoenix Force can absorb and channel energy, whether it's from an enemy's attack, a natural phenomenon, or even the sun itself," Aron explained. "This ability can protect you and make you stronger. But it's not infinite... absorb too much, and you risk overloading."

He conjured a stream of golden energy from his palm, directing it toward Jean. "Absorb this and contain it within yourself."

Jean braced herself as the energy flowed toward her. At first, it was overwhelming, like trying to catch a river in her hands. But she steadied her breathing, focusing on drawing the energy into her core. Her fiery aura brightened as the absorbed energy amplified her own power.

Aron nodded approvingly. "Good. Now release it in a controlled burst."

Jean concentrated, releasing a radiant wave of energy that illuminated the surrounding area. It was powerful, yet controlled, dissipating harmlessly into the air.

"Not bad," Aron said with a grin. "Now you're getting the hang of it."

The next lesson was Matter Transmutation.

"This one is tricky," Aron admitted. "It's the power to change one form of matter into another. You could turn steel into water or a boulder into air. But it requires absolute focus and a deep understanding of the material you're working with."

He handed Jean a steel bar. "Try turning this into gold. Feel the molecular structure, imagine it shifting and transforming."

Jean closed her eyes, running her fingers along the steel. She focused on its cold, rigid texture, visualizing it softening and gleaming with the warmth of gold. Her aura flared as the steel bar began to shimmer and glow, its surface transforming into bright, polished gold.

She held up the bar, her eyes widening in amazement. "I did it."

Aron chuckled. "Good work. But be careful. You can just as easily turn a person into stone or a tree into a diamond."

They moved on to Cosmic Pyrokinesis, the manipulation of flames that defied natural laws.

"Ordinary fire is bound by conditions—fuel, oxygen, ignition. But Phoenix flames aren't," Aron explained. "They can burn anywhere, even in the vacuum of space, and they can't be extinguished by water or lack of air. Let's see if you can summon them. Just like before, focus and imagine, and let the Phoenix Force do its job."

Jean focused, extending her hand. A flame erupted in her palm. A small, golden blaze that danced without consuming her. It radiated an intense heat but didn't harm her.

"Now expand it," Aron instructed. "Imagine it growing, surrounding you like a shield."

The flame spread, forming a fiery barrier around Jean. The heat was immense, but she controlled it effortlessly, the flames swirling like a living entity.

"Alright, now, time to dive into the sea," He said, pointing down the water. "We'll go down till the bottom. Keep your focus on." He went inside her barrier with ease and took her hand.

Both of them flew down from the sky and dived into the sea with a big splash, heading towards the bottom.

Jean was surprised at how easy it was to breathe in the water. The ocean around her was dark, but she could see clearly, guided by her fiery aura.

Under the gentle glow of her fiery aura, the underwater world came alive with vibrant colors and mesmerizing movements. Groups of shimmering fish darted past, their scales catching the golden light, creating a kaleidoscope of hues. Coral reefs stretched out like underwater gardens, their intricate formations teeming with life.

Jean paused, taking it all in. "It's beautiful," she whispered, her voice carrying in the water like a soft echo.

Aron turned to her, his expression uncharacteristically tender. "It is. But it's nothing compared to you," he said, his voice steady yet filled with warmth. His hand never left hers, their connection unwavering despite the immense pressure of the ocean depths.

"That was cheezy," She smiled.

"But you like it," He kissed her cheek.

"Can't deny that..." She said.

They swam deeper, the light from the surface fading entirely. The darkness was all-encompassing, but Jean's flames illuminated the vast, mysterious expanse around them. Aron gestured toward a secluded spot nestled between two massive coral formations. A small clearing in the sand held a collection of luminous sea anemones, their glow pulsating in rhythmic harmony.

"Here," He said, guiding Jean to sit beside him on a smooth rock. "Sometimes, the quiet places like this remind me of how vast and unknown the universe is. Even with all our power, there's still so much we don't understand."

Jean glanced at him, surprised by his reflective tone. "I didn't expect you to be so deep."

He chuckled softly. "Even someone like me has moments of clarity." His gaze met hers, and for a moment, the world around them seemed to pause. Their surroundings faded away as they lost themselves in each other's eyes.

They leaned closer, their lips meeting in a kiss that was gentle yet full of passion. The Phoenix flames surrounding them grew brighter, casting a golden hue across the darkened sea. Both Aron's Phoenix and Jean's Phoenix started circling around each other, taking their form. He pulled her closer, deepening their kiss. His hands caressed her body, the warmth of their shared flame igniting a fire within them both.

When they finally broke apart, their foreheads touched as they gazed into each other's eyes. For a moment, they were lost in their own world, the vastness of the universe paling in comparison to the connection they shared.

Jean let out a soft sigh. "I love you, Aron."

"And I love you, Jean Grey. More than I can ever express," he replied, his voice low and tender.

They looked around and saw their Phoenixes flying around them without creating any ripples in the water. It was a beautiful sight.

"Our Phoenixes are quite something," She smiled, looking at their intertwined hands.

"Yes, they are. They are responding... Showing our bond, not just on the surface, but deep down," He replied.

Aron then turned to face her fully. "Let's go deeper, shall we?" He said, extending his hand to her.

She nodded, taking his hand in hers. The two of them dove deeper together, their fiery auras illuminating the darkness around them. As they descended further into the abyss, the pressure increased, but it was nothing compared to the pull between them. The deeper they went, the brighter their flames glowed, until they reached the bottom of the ocean.

There, at the bottom of the sea, their feet touched the sand and both of them stood on the seabed.

"Do you remember what I told you about the Phoenix Force? How it was born from creation itself?" Aron asked.

"Yes, I do." She nodded.

"Look around you. So much garbage and pollution has been dumped into the oceans over the years. Countless lives have been lost, and the ecosystems have been irreparably damaged. It's heartbreaking and sad to see the beauty of this world being destroyed by humans' greed and ignorance." Aron paused for a moment, gathering his thoughts. "Let's clean up this mess."

"Together," Jean said, her expression determined.

Aron smiled, nodding. "Yes, together."

The two of them walked forward, hand in hand, their Phoenixes flying ahead of them. As they moved through the murky water, they began to glow brighter and brighter, their fiery auras growing more intense with each step.

As they passed by clumps of garbage and debris, the refuse began to burn away, disintegrating into ashes that were carried away by the currents. They kept walking, leaving no trace behind as they continued their journey.

The sea creatures around them swam away from the light and heat emanating from the two Phoenixes. But as the fire spread, they soon realized that it wasn't harmful. In fact, it was cleansing.

Jean and Aron reached out with their minds, touching the minds of the creatures around them. They showed them that they meant no harm, only wishing to help restore balance to the ecosystems. The animals began to gather around them, curious and hopeful.

They continued to walk through the water, their fiery auras burning away the pollution and restoring life to the seabed. It was an incredible sight to behold, as if the depths themselves were being reborn. Underwater plants began to grow, their vibrant colors reflecting the light from the Phoenix flames. Schools of fish returned, darting through the restored waters, while the coral reefs grew even more beautiful than before.

"Let's go big," Aron said with a smile.

"Alright..." She said with a smile, seeing the changes.

Together they used reality manipulation, changing the polluted ocean waters into clean water, making it so that there was no pollution in the ocean. With a wave of their hands, they made all the trash disappear. The fish, the animals, the plants, and the corals were all restored to their pristine condition, as if the damage had never occurred.

As they watched the underwater world around them come back to life, they felt a sense of peace and satisfaction.

"Hahaha... I did not expect that I would do this when I became a Phoenix." Jean laughed. "It feels good..." She flew around exploring everything, including sharks and whales, playing with them. Aron did the same, smiling at Jean's happiness. He was more busy seeing her happy smile than anything else.

After a few minutes, Aron called her, and both of them went to a quiet corner where they started to make out, and soon...

"I want it, Aron. Underwater sex," Jean said with a seductive tone and smile. "I'm gonna make Kitty so jealous," She chuckled.

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