Chapter 18:
Aftermath and Retribution
In the aftermath of the battle, Apocalypse and his council took stock of their losses.
The cost of their victory was high, with many lives lost and their forces significantly
reduced. But they had survived, and that was a victory in itself.
Apocalypse, now imbued with the Power Cosmic, was a changed being. The power
flowed through him, a constant reminder of the battle they had fought and the
sacrifices they had made. He knew that with this power, he had the ability to reshape
his world according to his ultimate vision of "Survival of the Fittest".
Meanwhile, the council members went their separate ways, each returning to their
respective domains. They had fought together against a common enemy, but now
they had their own challenges to face. The world was forever changed, and they had
to adapt to this new reality.
As the dust settled, the council members couldn't help but reflect on their journey.
They had faced the Devourer of Worlds and emerged victorious. It was a testament
to their resolve and determination, a reminder of what they could achieve when they
stood together.
In the quiet solitude of his fortress, Apocalypse decided to pay a visit to Dr. Doom,
who was now a prisoner in the dungeon. As he descended into the depths of the
fortress, he couldn't help but gloat over Doom's downfall. He looked at Doom, once
a formidable ally, now a defeated foe. In recognition of Doom's aid, he decided to
give Doom a chance to prove that he deserved the right to survive in his new world
order.
With that, Apocalypse began the process of self-enhancement, using the Power
Cosmic to take his abilities to a whole new level. This was not just the usual
enhancement that Apocalypse was known for. This was a transformation on a
cosmic scale, a testament to the immense power he now wielded.
