Ben was going back towards Universe 613 on his Interstellar Harley.
And in this journey he has defeated many villains. He meets different entities. He saves many Earths and destroys many villains.
But he didn't know someone was searching for Ben and he wanted to know what the things Ben had done then till now.
And who is searching for him were not some supervillain. Or some superheroes.
They were Abstract Cosmic Entities. One of them looks like, like, whole black, not like the black color, but like his body was created of void itself.
He is wearing a hoodie of rug clothes that are near purple. But all looked like they were torn in pieces. He wears a belt made of a skeleton head. He was the Oblivion.
It all happened because Ben killed the Knull. It was shocking for Oblivion, afterall the first time someone has killed the Knull. And the most important reason is Ben has said to Knull that even Oblivion fears to come in front of Ben.
So Oblivion wants to know how Ben knows about him, or he is simply bragging.
And even the statement of Oblivion is feared from Ben, is the most disrespectful thing he hears. Although it doesn't change anything, he just wants to know about Ben's history.
And not only Oblivion is searching for him, but beside him is another Abstract Cosmic Entity who also wants to know about Ben, who shares the connection with him.
She is a beautiful figure, she also wears a beautiful black dress. And a hoodie on her head. But her head looked like a complete skeleton. She was none other than Death herself.
The reason for Death's search for Ben is, because the person who loves her. The Mad Titan Thanos.
Who promised her to fill her bags with many souls. Was simply getting killed by, whenever he comes in front of Ben.
If just one Thanos died, it was okay, but till now, the four Thanos were killed, and their heads were present on the Interstellar Harley as a trophy.
It also brings interest in Death, and she wants to know who Ben Tennyson is, where he comes from, and how he was so strong.
Meanwhile Ben was just going to reach Universe 613, when his connection with the Sweet Ben of Universe 12041 was broken.
"What the fuck?" He shouted in shock. It was the first time that he felt his connection with any of his doppelgangers was broken. It was most mysterious to him.
Ben was in the middle of the cluster of the Universe, he looked towards the Living Tribunal, who was still seated in the same position, watching over the Universes.
Ben turns his Interstellar Harley and goes towards him, "Hello Ben, what's bringing you here, some new story," The Living Tribunal asked him.
It was a regular event for Ben and the Living Tribunal
They almost met with each other after Ben crossed the other Universe, and he gave a brief summary of his adventures.
Although the Living Tribunal notices everything from his position, talking with Ben makes him feel a little bit of relief.
Ben also shared some of his adventures of the Omnitrix Multiverse.
"No, it's not about the adventures. Recently, I felt my connection with one of my doppelgangers was broken. It was in the Universe 12041, so see and tell me what happened in the Universe 12041."
"Wait a minute," The Living Tribunal replied, then he pointed at the holographic display, which focused on the Universe 12041, soon, the familiar earth appeared on the holographic display.
He didn't find anything wrong there, and replied without any hesitation, "Everything is okay there."
"Everything is okay? Then why can't I feel connection with my doppelganger?" Ben asked in a confused tone.
Then he thought something, and told him, "See, where is my doppelganger in the Universe 12041. Last time I remember, he was in Wakanda, before the connection was cut."
"Ok," The Living Tribunal nodded, he pointed to the search for Sweet Ben. He tried, few more times, but he was unable to find him.
"No, there is no trace of your presence there. But how is that possible?" He was now shocked that something had happened, and he didn't even find out about it.
He focused again in the Universe 12041, and found there were many missing ones from the Universe 12041. Now, he was literally shocked.
He didn't even know what happened, and who was so powerful, that even he didn't find out about it.
"What happened?" Ben asked, looking that The Living Tribunal shocked for the first time till he knew about him.
"There's something going on in Universe 12041," said the Living Tribunal.
"I don't know exactly what happened, but something serious must have happened. The Avengers, X-Men, and many others have disappeared. I can't even sense their presence. This might be something beyond the Marvel Multiverse's control."
The Living Tribunal closed his eyes and began focusing, trying to search every small detail about Universe 12041.
"Don't worry. I'll go there myself and find out what's going on," Ben replied as he climbed onto his Interstellar Harley.
"Thank you, Ben," the Living Tribunal said with a nod, though he continued searching as well.
The engine of the Harley roared to life, and Ben took off. He was originally heading toward Universe 613, but at the last moment, he changed his path and turned toward Universe 12041 instead.
What Ben didn't realize was that his absence from Universe 613 would have consequences.
Something terrible was about to happen there—an event that could wipe out half the population of Universe 613.
UNIVERSE 1295
Ben was still busy in his journey towards Universe 12041, while seeing the problem in many different Universes.
He solves them quickly, so he continues his journey and reaches as soon as possible in Universe 12041.
But the problem didn't end. He solves in one Universe, so he finds it again in another Universe.
Like this, he has arrived in the Universe 1295.
Here the problem has happened because of a guy named Nathaniel Essex, he called himself Mr. Sinister.
Nathaniel Essex was born in Victorian England. He was obsessed with the Theory of Evolution.
Although he was genuinely passionate about his work, he also cared a great deal for his wife Rebecca Essex and their son.
But when his son died at four years of age, because of birth defects.
Essex started to intensify his work and theories about evolution, ignoring his pregnant wife, he even utilized his son's body as a test subject in hopes of figuring out what had caused his death.
His research eventually evolved into a theory that humanity was steadily evolving. He classified these possibilities as 'Essex Factors.'
When Essex brought these theories to his scientific peers, he was ridiculed and called a monster for coming up with ungodly theories.
Cut-off from funding, he was left in home drinking away his sorrows.
Nathaniel Essex, swirling his drink, "They called me a monster, but what they didn't understand is that evolution itself can be monstrous. I was on the verge of unlocking its secrets."
Rebecca Essex, eyes filled with disappointment, "Nathaniel, you've gone too far. Our son's death should have brought us together, not torn us apart. This... this obsession is consuming you."
He was then contacted by Norman Osborn, who showed interest in his theory and promised to fund him for his experiments.
"Rebecca, you don't see the bigger picture. Evolution is the key to our future, and Osborn understands that. He sees the potential in my Essex Factors," Nathaniel shouted at her.
Rebecca, shaking her head, "I can't be a part of this. I won't let you sacrifice everything for your theories. Our family is falling apart, and I won't stay to witness it."
Nathaniel then said coldly, "Fine, leave. When I unlock the secrets of evolution, you'll regret not standing by me."
Rebecca exited, and the room was left in tense silence.
Seeing that, Nathaniel Essex, fueled by ambition and bitterness, prepares to complete his research.
Osborn took Essex to meet the most powerful men of London.
However, at the same time the time-displaced X-Men, Cyclops, and Jean Grey arrived from the future to stop Apocalypse and his plans.
"Essex, listen to us. You can still choose the path of redemption. Don't let Osborn lead you down a dark road," Cyclops tried to explain to him.
Jean Grey also said empathetically, "Your wife needs you now more than ever. There's still a chance to rebuild your life and find redemption for what you've done."
"Redemption... is that even possible for a man like me?" Essex was torn and conflicted when he asked.
Cyclops answered him reassuringly, "It's never too late to change. Embrace the chance to be the man your wife once loved."
Essex, haunted by grief by running towards Rebecca, "Rebecca... I can't lose her too. But what if it's too late?"
Jean Grey replied to him gently, "It's never too late to make amends. Go to her, be there for your wife in her time of need."
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Later, in his estate, Essex faces the tragic outcome.
"Nathaniel, it's too late for us. I loved you, but now you're... sinister," Rebecca replied weakly.
Essex was broken by seeing the condition of his wife, "Rebecca, please! I can change, I can make things right!"
"No, it's too late. I hate what you've become," Rebecca declined him with resentment.
As Rebecca takes her last breath, Essex, shattered, contemplates his actions.
Essex shouted in despair, "What have I done?"
In grief-stricken rage, he demolishes his home and ancestral graves, contemplating suicide.
However, the sudden shift in his purpose leads him back to Osborn, accepting the offer.