The Mind Stone’s Healing Effects

Anyone who drained human life could not possibly remain psychologically unchanged.

Especially after Jiaying had endured such a tragic past, the pain, hatred, and guilt had completely twisted her mind.

She believed that only Inhumans with abilities like hers deserved protection and freedom, while ordinary people all deserved to die!

Even Carl’s mind had been twisted as well—

He had slaughtered an entire village to provide his wife Jiaying with life force so she could recover.

Combined with the effects of the inferior Super Soldier Serum he had developed himself, his mind had also fallen into darkness—

Just like Red Skull back then.

It was only under the influence of Oaks’s magic that his love and obsession for his daughter had been stirred up, allowing him to say everything.

"Dr. Oaks… I am indeed guilty beyond redemption, but everything I did was to bring Daisy back home!"

Carl seemed to have finally recalled his wife’s abnormal behavior as well. He painfully gripped his own arms.

"But you’re right. If Daisy goes back with me like this, Jiaying… she has a plan. A kind girl like Daisy would never agree to it!"

"Let’s deal with your problem first."

Oaks fell silent for a moment and sighed.

"Your condition is unstable. Once you leave the influence of my magic, darkness will consume you again."

He pressed his right hand to his chest, and a dense yellow glow radiated from his palm.

"To keep this from getting out of hand, I’ll make an exception."

Jiaying’s attempt to use impure Terrigen Crystals to wipe out all ordinary people who were not Inhumans absolutely could not be allowed to happen.

"Where is Jiaying now?"

After being healed by the Mind Stone, Carl felt as though the darkness that had been hidden in his heart for over twenty years had completely vanished.

"She is searching for the other four Obelisks, preparing to carry out that plan…"

Having regained his senses, Carl clearly understood the gravity of the situation.

"Damn it… what have I done all these years!

Dr. Oaks, Jiaying used to be very kind. Please, you have to help her!"

"The Obelisks haven’t been found yet… that’s wonderful."

Oaks breathed a sigh of relief. If Jiaying had already begun refining the Obelisks, he would have had no choice but to take forceful measures.

"You and Jiaying come here together, then I’ll bring Skye—hm, Daisy—over."

He looked at the delighted Carl.

"You know I can return your wife to how she used to be, but how your daughter sees the two of you will depend on yourselves."

Skye, who had learned of her origins and should now be called Daisy Johnson, was still somewhat dazed.

She had been happily chatting with the newly arrived Pietro and Wanda when Oaks called her into the laboratory, saying he had something to tell her.

The result was that she suddenly learned about her origins.

"I’ve already arranged for your father to bring your mother here to meet you."

Of course, Oaks could not tell her everything, but this information alone was enough to shock her.

"Also, regarding the abnormality in your body, your father has now confirmed that it was inherited from your mother—

So we can proceed to the next step. Do you want to awaken your abilities?"

Oaks had not forgotten that Daisy seemed to be the future leader of the Inhumans in the prophecy.

If left alone, that strange bunch would cause plenty of trouble. But since he intended to "treat" Jiaying, Daisy probably would not need to shoulder such a burden.

Still, she would find out sooner or later, so it would be better to safely complete her mutation now.

With his guidance, she could also smoothly learn how to use her power.

"Abilities? Like Pietro and Wanda?"

Daisy’s eyes sparkled. She actually had that kind of potential?

"Not quite the same as theirs, but it will manifest in a similar way."

Oaks smiled as he looked at the visibly delighted young girl.

"Also… once you’ve learned how to use your power, you can leave here and return to Coulson."

"I…"

Daisy froze again upon hearing that.

"What, you didn’t want to come at first, and now you don’t want to leave?" Oaks asked with amusement.

"Y-you said I still owed you medical fees!"

Daisy felt conflicted. She had simply never experienced such peaceful days before.

As a child, she had never stayed anywhere for more than two years and had never felt the warmth of a family. Even after joining S.H.I.E.L.D., she had been constantly traveling around the world on missions.

After spending only a few short months in this place that could heal people’s hearts, she truly found it hard to leave.

She now somewhat understood why Melinda occasionally missed life here.

"Once your abilities awaken, the experimental data will cover your medical fees."

Oaks pointed to a sealed chamber nearby. He had already opened the Obelisk using the power of the Infinity Stones, and the Terrigen Crystals inside would serve Daisy alone.

"Go in. Perhaps your abilities can help Coulson and the others even more."

"…Okay!"

Those final words seemed to move Daisy. She took a deep breath and walked up to the sealed chamber, then suddenly blushed.

…Do I… have to take off my clothes?

"…No."

When Carl brought Jiaying to Little Rainforest as promised, Oaks easily used the Mind Stone to "heal" the darkness in her heart.

As Jiaying returned to her kind nature, she repented for her past actions while cherishing even more the husband who had truly never given up on her.

As well as the daughter who appeared before them afterward—Daisy Johnson, who had gained the ability known as "Quake."

"Thank you so very much, Dr. Oaks."

After Jiaying and her daughter wept in each other’s arms for a while, she finally regained her composure.

"As the leader of Earth’s Inhumans, I promise you that we will fully support your cause."

She gave Oaks a deep bow, and Carl did the same alongside Daisy.

"Chief Jiaying, the abilities of the Inhumans are the result of genetic modifications made by aliens known as the Kree. Therefore, mutations are unstable. Those like you whose appearances remain unchanged after mutation are in the minority."

Oaks took out a box and handed it to Jiaying. Inside were tiny Acorns the size of fingernails.

"These are talismans I created based on the data from Daisy’s genetic changes. If any of your members with unusual appearances wish to return to their original looks, they can wear one close to their bodies.

It can temporarily suppress their abilities. They only need to take it off when they want to restore them."

"This… is far too precious!"

Jiaying was overjoyed. She carefully accepted the box and bowed once more.

"We will never forget your help!"

"Daisy is a fine girl. I understand your joy at being reunited, but please respect her own choice."

"Hey, you finally said something I like."

Daisy winked, then lingered a little longer.

"My adaptation training isn’t finished yet. Can my parents stay here for a while?"

"You little girl…"

Oaks smiled and nodded.

"Of course. There are guest rooms here at Little Rainforest. Go ask Blaze to arrange it. I still have a life-or-death matter to deal with."

"A life-or-death matter?"

Skye seemed to understand. "Pietro and Wanda?"

"That’s right. That’s why young ability users like you are the biggest headache."

Oaks spread his hands, looking utterly helpless.

"While teaching you how to use your abilities, I also need to provide psychological counseling."

"I only found out today that I’m twenty-five!"

Daisy said disdainfully, "The two of them are only twenty-six! You’re not even thirty yet!"

"…I’m old at heart."

PS: Starting from Chapter 261, chapters will be 3,000 words each. Two updates a day will total 6,000 words, the same as three 2,000-word chapters. Please take note~