The greatest President?
Even with Kennedy's current status, he was immune to most inspirational speeches, but Fang Yuan's words struck a chord with him.
Which President doesn't dream of being remembered in history?
And he could see for himself that this was indeed a very good opportunity.
An actor who can't put on a show isn't a good politician.
"We're talking about nuclear war. A slight misstep could lead to the destruction of the World," Kennedy said to Fang Yuan.
Clearly, he needed more reassurance.
The premise of putting on a show is that the stage must not collapse.
"Don't worry," Fang Yuan said with great confidence, "I have two insiders with Sebastian Shaw."
He was naturally referring to White Queen and Red Devil.
Although the two had not completely betrayed Shaw, their failure to report the location of Xavier's Mansion to Shaw already indicated their leanings, so it didn't hinder Fang Yuan from putting on a show of strength.
Once the situation became clearer, Emma and Red Devil would know how to choose.
Kennedy's eyes lit up. If that were the case, then there was indeed something to be done.
Charles and Eric looked at each other, a pile of persuasive words they had prepared to convince Kennedy now rendered useless.
To be captured in the enemy camp and still bring back two companions, Fang Yuan's ability truly exceeded their imagination.
Was this what it felt like to be carried by a powerful ally?
So exhilarating!
And Warren, who was purely there as a mascot, had long since been utterly impressed by Fang Yuan.
"What do you plan to do?" Kennedy asked.
"Come closer..."
Fang Yuan and Kennedy discussed for over half an hour, entirely focused on how to cooperate, at what time, and in what manner to put on a show, leaving Charles and the other two stunned.
Although Charles and Eric became the two great mountains of the Mutant in the original plot, in reality, at this time, they were not skilled in strategy and were quite naive.
Professor X was decent later on, but Magneto was truly stubborn from beginning to end, and stubbornly so without achieving much.
If Charles had picked up two guns and fired curved shots, or if Magneto had switched to a larger Gandalf, the Mutant would have long since been out of trouble, able to live freely in the World without hiding.
Kennedy and Fang Yuan felt a bit like old friends at first sight. Many of Fang Yuan's creative ideas opened Kennedy's eyes, though Fang Yuan occasionally said some inexplicable things.
"Dakai Naodong?" Kennedy imitated Fang Yuan's Chinese pronunciation, asking with a puzzled expression, "What does that mean?"
"Oh, that means to praise your creative ideas and unique insights," Fang Yuan lied.
But Kennedy took it seriously.
"I hope I can always 'Dakai Naodong' in the future."
Fang Yuan immediately used [Disguise (C-class)], which saved his expression from bursting into laughter.
With the serious matters concluded, the group entered a phase of casual conversation.
Kennedy was also quite interested in learning about the lives of other Mutants.
"How did you discover my identity?" Kennedy asked.
Fang Yuan decisively pulled Charles into it: "It was Charles. While using the Cerebro to search for fellow Mutants, he accidentally discovered you."
Kennedy suddenly understood. He knew about Cerebro and didn't expect to be exposed there.
He then became a little nervous: "Can others use it too?"
Fang Yuan shook his head: "No, currently only Charles in the entire World can use it."
Eric couldn't help but laugh, which Fang Yuan found very strange.
I'm praising Charles, what are you so happy about?
"Have you discovered any other Mutants within the official ranks?" Kennedy suddenly asked.
Charles looked at Fang Yuan, and seeing Fang Yuan's lips sealed, he also said nothing.
After a while, Fang Yuan spoke: "We believe that revealing the identities of others would simultaneously increase your risk of exposure. The outside World is not yet very accepting of the fact that Mutants hold high official positions."
Kennedy could only put away his curiosity, but Eric's curiosity was piqued.
"Mr. President, what is your Mutant ability?"
"Uh," Kennedy chuckled a bit awkwardly, "It seems not all Mutants have very strong superpowers."
"I can only make others feel a little more affinity towards me through words, and it's very limited."
Fang Yuan could easily understand; wasn't it just an active and weakened version of his [Low-Level Affinity Aura]?
"Is Robert the same?" Fang Yuan suddenly asked.
Kennedy wasn't surprised that they knew his brother was also a Mutant. The moment he was exposed, everyone around him must have been investigated.
"Yes," Kennedy nodded, "Robert's ability is even slightly weaker than mine."
Compared to the group of flying and earth-shattering Mutant elites present, Kennedy's superpower indeed seemed rather inconspicuous.
"It's normal for abilities to differ, but the most crucial thing is how they are used."
It was Fang Yuan who spoke a few words to help Kennedy.
He smiled as he looked at Kennedy: "There are so many Mutants, but you are the only one who became President."
At this, Kennedy's expression brightened considerably, and he felt even closer to Fang Yuan.
But truly, Kennedy's Mutant ability, when used in politics, was indeed a powerful weapon.
Most people don't care about too many things; gaining a little goodwill is enough to create a significant gap between Kennedy and other politicians.
Kennedy then asked Fang Yuan how he intended to bring Mutants to the forefront without discrimination. Fang Yuan handed him a document, which contained a company profile.
"Vought Corporation?"
Kennedy flipped through it, and his expression grew increasingly surprised.
"Company members include Angel, the entire X-Squad?"
"The projects they operate are... entertainment?"
Kennedy looked up absurdly: "Are you serious? Letting Mutants become stars?"
"To be precise, they are celebrity Superheroes!" Fang Yuan corrected, "They are Superheroes first, then celebrities. This way, becoming famous will achieve twice the result with half the effort."
"In the future, they..." Fang Yuan pointed to Charles, Eric, and Warren, "...they will be the Mutant's external calling card. With them, Mutants will always have a place in the hearts of the public!"
Kennedy narrowed his eyes; he found Fang Yuan's approach quite good.
He shook his head and sighed: "Just like politicians, as long as there's a popular base, even if they're temporarily out of power, they can find an opportunity to rise again."
"And..." Fang Yuan continued, "if Mutants become stars, it can also make many people lower their guard, right?"
"That's true," Kennedy affirmed, "Vought Corporation is truly a great concept!"
Fang Yuan was very happy. Regardless of whether Kennedy was speaking to people in their own language or to ghosts in theirs, Fang Yuan liked what he said.
His gaze flickered to the top of Kennedy's head.
"Sensible, your skullcap is back!"
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