37 Testing Danger Room

X-Mansion's Westchester County, New York

In Charles Xavier's office, I sit across the desk from Charles. Logan stood behind Charles as Ororo served us with some tea with the others remained outside.

"So what brings you here today, Nightwing?" Charles asked me with a calm voice. Charles tried to use his power one more time against Nightwing but he can only feel Nightwing existence but could not read any of Nightwing's thoughts, he decided to ponder more about this issue later.

"Thank you for meeting me Mr. Xavier" I said before I was interrupted by Charles "Just call me Charles".

''Very well, Charles. Let me be frank, since our last encounter I have tested and determine that I indeed have the X-gene mutation in my body. Since I don't have enough knowledge regarding this subject I am not able to determine my mutation ability. So that brings me here to find out more about it so that I won't accidentally hurt someone" I answered as I looked at him.

"I see" Charles pondered to himself for a few second before saying "So you are saying that your current power is not from the x-gene mutation, can you explain more about your power".

"No it is not but before I explain more about the origin of my power, I wish that you will not disclose the information I give you to anyone else"

"Very well' Charles agreed as he nodded his head saying "There is one person I want you to consider allowing to know about this, his name is Hank McCoy. His duties is that he takes care of the students' medical requirements, performing regular physicals to ensure that the mutations are not having a negative effects and help to find out how the mutation abilities work" as Charles gestured Logan and Ororo to leave the room.

"Don't worry they can stay if they agree to the same conditions" I reassured Charles as both Logan and Ororo looked towards me in surprised and nodded their head in agreement to respect my privacy.

After a few seconds I answered "I got my power due to a genetically engineered spider and serum similar to the super soldier serum, I can't explain how I obtain this two to help protect my identity. Maybe after we build trust between us then only I will reveal my identity but not now".

Chuck cautiously replied "I see. I am sorry to say this but actually I am a mutant with telepathic power, can you be so kind to tell me why I can't seem to read your mind. It is not that I am trying to read your mind, I respect your privacy but I was using my abilities to find you. Is it related to your power".

Smiling at Charles, I replied "It got nothing to do with my power, I have made a device to protect my mind from people with telepathic power. I was just worried that some people will misuse their abilities to find out my secrets" as Charles looked a bit flustered saying reassuringly "No, I am not that type of person".

"Ah yes! We will be doing a physical test on what you can and cannot do. Don't worry you will come under doctor and patient confidentiality" Charles explain as he try to assure me.

"Alright but after the check up, I need him to destroy the sample of my blood and the result of my genetics in front of me. Don't want my genetics to fall into the wrong hands" I declared.

Charles nodded his head in agreement. He is inwardly pleased that Nightwing trust them, the only thing now is to build on their friendship.

"Before you meet Hank, I hope you will not judge a person based on appearance so please prepare yourself" Charles caution me.

"Prepare myself?" I asked with some confusion before I remembered that Hank McCoy is the Beast.

Charles explained "Some mutations bring about drastic physical changes, I just want to warn you beforehand" with me replying "I see".

Then there is a knock on the door as Charles called out "Come in Hank!" as man covered in blue fur entered.

Charles did the introduction "Hank this is Nightwing" while feeling surprised that Nightwing didn't react in like how normal people will do.

"Nice to meet you" Hank say nervously worried that he will be viewed as a monster as he extended out his hand.

"Yes, you too. I will be under your care Hank" I replied as I shake his hand as Hank look slightly relief.

"I will be handling the physical test and Charles has informed me telepathically of your concern. Don't worry I will respect your confidentiality" Hank said with a smile on his face.

"Thank you, Hank. By the way after my test I would like to discuss with you regarding my research on x-gene mutation. I have created a device that can help nullify the x-gene abilities but I want to make sure that the device does not have any negative effect on the body" I replied.

"I hoping to use this device to help mutants that have problem controlling their abilities and to capture mutants that misuse their power " I continued causing Hank to be deeply interested and Charles to be surprised by the sudden revelation.

Hank excited replied "That sounds interesting, lets get to it!" as he lead me away without waiting for the others.

Charles, Logan and Ororo looked on the departing figures feeling stun with Hank reaction.

Ororo said "It is rare to see Hank so excited".

"Yes, if the device work there is a chance for Hank to find a cure for himself" Charles replied.

Logan said "I don't have anymore bad feeling towards Nightwing due to his trust towards us but he could have waited for a few more second. I wanted to ask him something"

"Don't tell me you want to have a fight with him again" Ororo complained as she stared at him.

Logan quickly denied "Nothing like that. I just want to now whether his power got anything to do to with the female students being easily charmed or attracted to him" leaving both Charles and Ororo speechless with his statement.

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I am in the infirmary with Hank having my physical examination as Charles helped out. During his examination, Hank discovered that my normal resting heart beat is much slower compared to a normal human as it beat at the rate of around 30 bpm (beats per minute).

The way Hank stared at me, made me feel worried that he wanted to dissect me as Charles had to advice Hank to take it easy. There were slight difficulty when drawing my blood due to my muscle density and durability. As Hank perform a scan on my body, he discovered that my organs works the same with any normal human except it is much more stronger and impact resistance.

Hank initial examination on me shows no sign of any diseases. Hank said "Nightwing I am done with my initial examination but I want to test your abilities in our training room it is called Danger Room don't worry it is totally safe".

"But I can tell you here what is my ability" I explain which Hank dismiss me by saying "It is best to see first hand how your abilities work".

"Sure" I agreed casually as I complain to myself that it got nothing to do with my mutant power.

"By the way Nightwing can the other students watch. Everyone is interested" Charles asked.

"Errr...Okay" I replied hoping that I won't embarrass myself and that I have to prepare countermeasures against X-men just in case this goes sideways

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Logan brought me to the changing room

"Do I have to wear this?" I complained as I wear their standard X-men uniform which is black in color, yellow belt with an X on the buckle, yellow boots and yellow glove.

Logan replied "Yes we want to test your real abilities. We don't want you to use your toys and equipment" as I sighed "Yellow is not my color, it makes me feel like a construction worker".

Logan chuckled "Don't worry about your gear, no one is going to touch it on my watch. Get into the Danger Room, I am interested to see what you can do".

Groaning to myself I entered the Danger Room, as I entered the room I can see the observation room packed with people as they are curious on what I can do.

Hank's voice can be heard through the speaker from the observation room "Okay Nightwing. First we would like to test your speed, the sensors in the room will help with the reading".

"Okay" I replied reluctantly feeling like a zoo animal as I can see staring at me from from the observation room.

"Start running slowly and then work your way up to your maximum speed" Hank ordered.

I started jogging normally before slowly increasing my speed a little at a time. Hank is watching the readings from the sensor as I went as fast as I could.

Kurt with interest "Wow, he is not as fast as Quicksilver but he is really fast!".

I ran for 10 minutes at my maximum speed before Hank finally said "Okay Nightwing, that is enough" as I came to a stop.

"How are you feeling?" Hank asked curiously as he check the readings.

"I am good, how fast did I go?" I replied as Hank answered "85 km/hour (52.8 mph)". The answer surprised me since I went faster compared to my last test. It make me excited to test the rest of my abilities.

Hank looked surprised as he read the result saying "Amazing!".

"What is it, Hank?" Charles asked as everyone looked towards Hank in interest

"Nightwing's heart rate and breathing only increase slightly, despite him running at his fastest speed with him having no problem in maintaining his speed. When we have more time I need to test out his stamina" Hank replied excitedly.

"What is next, Mr McCoy?" Jean asked curiously as the other students started chatting with each other.

Hank replied "We are going to test his strength" as he activated the hydraulic beam to come down from the ceiling.

"Nightwing please stand underneath the hydraulic beam, we are going to test your strength right now" Hank instructed me.

"Sure" I replied as I place my hand underneath the hydraulic beam, feeling excited.

"I will increase it slowly, if it becomes to heavy for you just give a shout" Hank informed me.

Hank increases the pressure to simulate the increase in weight as I stand there casually underneath the hydraulic beam.

As the weights went to ton, Kitty exclaimed in shock "Whoa, a ton!" as the others look on in disbelief.

As it passed 10 ton, everyone stared in shock. Even though they have seen Juggernaut strength, they were still impressed.

Reaching 30 ton, Scott commented "He is this strong and fast, this is really insane"

When it finally reach 45 ton, I finally started to struggle as I push myself to see how much I could do.

Reaching my limit I shouted "Enough!" as Hank quickly stop the hydraulic as all of them stared at me in amazement.

Panting I asked "How did I do?"

Looking at the reading Hank replied "48.2 ton".

Charles commented "Nearly half the strength of Juggernaut, and we don't know whether his will still grow".

Hank asked in concern "Are you okay to continue?"

"No problem" I replied.

They decided to test my agility by having me avoid all the tennis ball shoot from the wall of the Danger Room. I decided to hide my spider sense as I avoided the balls at impossible angle for 20 minutes without being hit once, before they decide to stop the test.

"Karma sutra has a whole new meaning with him in the mix" Kitty chuckled as she whispered to Rogue causing her to blush. Noticing Logan staring at her, she quickly shut up and hid behind Rogue.

Finally the test of my venom blast which is produced by having me release bio electricity in my hand. I was able to produce a short burst of power worth 200,000 volt, enough to power up a small housing area.

"How is he producing electricity?" Logan asked in concern

Hank replied "It is due to bio electricity produced by his body but Nightwing claim that it can power up his punch damage".

"Test it out!" Logan said curiously.

Hank ordered me to punch to test my venom powered punch strength. Inside my head the only thing I could think of is that I want to know my x-gene mutation rather than doing all this test, but since I need to be in friendly term with them I had no choice.

As I punch the hydraulic displayed nearly 75 ton damage drawing more shocking gaze from everyone including Charles.

Charles telepathically talk with Logan "All this power without knowing his x-gene ability. Lets hope that his x-gene mutation is something simple or else Nightwing will be a difficult person to deal with".