Prologue:

Impossible Choices

Captain Marvel, resolute yet torn, stands at the precipice of an impossible choice. The cosmic titan **Galactus**, his hunger insatiable, looms before her. Veridian Prime, bathed in serene beauty, rests in the backdrop—a sanctuary she calls home. Earth, once vibrant but now ravaged in the Age of Apocalypse, lies at her feet. In this bleak timeline, the once thriving planets of Hala and Kree-Lar had already succumbed to the insatiable hunger of Galactus, their civilizations reduced to cosmic dust. Earth, the home she had sworn to protect, had fallen under the tyrannical rule of Apocalypse. Amidst this chaos, Captain Marvel discovered Veridian Prime, a beacon of hope in the desolate cosmos. This beautiful planet, untouched by the ravages of war and destruction, was home to a peaceful and loving civilization. It was a sanctuary where life flourished, a stark contrast to the dystopian realities she had left behind. Here, on Veridian Prime, Captain Marvel found a new purpose, a new home, and a renewed resolve to protect those in need. Galactus extends his cosmic hand, offering salvation for Veridian Prime. "Serve as my herald," he intones, "and this world shall be spared." But defiance carries a dire consequence: both Veridian Prime and Earth will be devoured. Her heart heavy, Captain Marvel weighs her allegiance. Earth, a distant memory of what once was, no longer feels like home. Veridian Prime, her current refuge, remains untouched by chaos. She chooses to serve Galactus, sacrificing Earth to preserve her newfound sanctuary. Galactus grants no reprieve. "Herald my coming," he commands, and she bows to her cosmic fate. Yet, within her, a spark of rebellion persists. She'll stall, seek counsel from Apocalypse—the ancient mutant who defies even gods. Perhaps, just perhaps, a way exists to halt Galactus's insatiable hunger. As she embarks on her new role as Galactus's herald, Captain Marvel grapples with the weight of her decision. She is haunted by the faces of those she left behind on Earth, their hopes and dreams now lost in the wake of Apocalypse's reign. Yet, she finds solace in the pristine beauty of Veridian Prime, a stark contrast to the ravaged Earth she once called home. She knows that as powerful as she is, she is unprepared to stop Galactus. The thought of fighting him sends a shiver down her spine, for she knows that if she fights, both planets will be lost. The realization is a bitter pill to swallow, but it strengthens her resolve. She will do whatever it takes to protect Veridian Prime, even if it means serving the Devourer of Worlds. As she gazes upon the serene beauty of Veridian Prime, she makes a silent vow. She will not let Galactus's hunger dictate the fate of the universe. She will save as many lives as she can in her duties as the new herald. With a newfound determination, she sets off on her mission, ready to face whatever challenges lie ahead.

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