Ben 10 Porn Story: The Aftermath Fall of the Alien Force Chapter 11

In God we trust. In tuna we make caviar

A/N: One last chapter for the Aftermath to ensure that confusion wont be a factor when you read the sequel. This will be a short one as it will act as a prologue.

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They sat on opposite ends of a circular oak table; silence dominated the tense atmosphere around them. Bens chin rested on his right hand whilst the index and forefinger of his other one impatiently tapped on the table–hard.

His eyes shifted nonchalantly between Gwen and his surroundings. His look didnt seem laden with anger, thoughin fact it was undistinguishable, but not scary. Nonetheless Gwen wasnt too optimistic.

Ben? she choked out, her voice trailed.

Hmm? he mumbled in reply, still leaning his chin on his hand for support, his eyes closed, maybe deep in thought. The tone suggested indifference, something Gwen found surprising.

Arent you mad at me? she asked faintly.

Ben sighed in annoyance as if that question has been asked for the umpteenth time. No. he replied hoarsely and sighed again, this time deeper than all his previous ones.

Gwen tilted her head in utter confusion, a frown evident on her face. Ben noticed.

Ben sighed once more, I guess youre gonna keep bumming me until you hear what you wanna hear, but I already told youit wasnt your fault. he said, raising his voice to put emphasis on those last few words.

But it was Gwen shook her head vigorously, It was entirely my fault. I co-I could have saved themif I tried. If I-

Ben quickly stood up from his sit, an annoyed expression on his face, slamming the palms of his hands hard on the table, the force making it wobble for a split-second or so.

When are you gonna get it through your thick head?! No ones getting blamed here! If anyone should be blamed for fucking up, it should be me! I was responsible for this team! For protecting the world! No one else should have had to pay for my mistake! his voice shook on that last statement, tears visible in his eyes, gritting his teeth to stop himself from crying.

She looked at him with an expression not outright distinguishable. This time she sighed, clearing her throat and spoke as calmly as she could, I know you think everything is your burden. That the whole world weighs solely on your shoulders alone but she trailed off, giving some time for the words to sink in, Im every bit a part of this as you are. We had individual roles to play that matched our abilities. I knew mine but I failed at itmiserably. I could have saved them, Ben. I really could have. But I got selfish. I only thought of saving you

Surprisingly, her look betrayed her words. Neither was she crying nor did she regret saying those words. Knowing that Ben was still with her–still alive–was enough to weather this nightmare. She found herself now facing the floor, as if it was most interesting thing to look at.

Ben was silentspeechless for the moment but unfazed. And it was still because of me, Gwen. he started. If you only werent thinking of saving me then maybe theyd still be around.

Maybe, but if I wasnt able to conjure a big enough field then well probably end up like them. The fact is were still here, Ben. We can still bring them back.

Ben thought for a moment. Alien X might be able to help but the watchever since the day the incident happened, the Omnitrix has been basically on lockdown lately. Why?

Ben? Gwen called out, snapping her fingers in front of him.

Ben blinked a few times, turning his attention to her once more. Shes right. It wasnt a guarantee we could have done anything to save themnot when we were caught by surprise. Gwens the only person I got now. If I lost her in that battle, too, I would have just shot myself there and then.

If I knew the risk involved almost losing you, maybe putting you on this team was a mistake in itself. Ben said coldly, tearing away his gaze from Gwen.

So youre zoning me out as a non-factor? A liability? Gwen hissed, hurt ringing in her voice.

Im not zoning you out as anything! Im saying youre someone I cant afford to lose! he sneered, his breathing rapid from his sudden outburst. His fiery demeanor even took Gwen by surprise, causing her to lean back to her backa sort of instinctive defense mechanism. At this Ben calmed down a bit, pushing away the chair that hindered his way.

He paced the floor, grunting and cursing in frustration. Gwen stood up and placed a hand on his shoulder, not bearing to see him like this.

Sorry. Ben said softly.

Its fine. she replied.

Its just so frustrating, you know? he said turning to her, Even until now we havent the slightest clue what exactly happened. Were down to nothing. Still left with those same theories we started with.

Well, the video-

It wasnt much help. Other than the fact that we now know we managed to save our own skins, it couldnt get us anywhere. What we really need to know.

What we do know is the field we created. Gwen started, catching Bens attention. It was enough for us to withstand whatever it was that hit us.

Were still missing the big question of what exactly it was that hit us. Ben quickly added.

Well, if it helps, my powers picked up a peculiar vibe on that shockwave blast. Something like a strong gravitational pull towards a magnetic core. A concussive energy blast will leave traces, even burnt bodies. We were left with nothing no trace of corpses. Its very strange how its area of effect could have been so minimal yet everyone in the whole world: gone.

Ben mused for a moment. Gravitational pulla core. Shockwave His eyes flashed as realization dawned on him. Suddenly it all started to make sense now. Bens head abruptly reared up, looking wide-eyed at Gwen with an expression that read, Eureka!

Ben? What is it?

Dont you get it, Gwen? The gravitational force? The blast that wiped everyone clean off with no trace at all but leaving everything else intact? Why didnt I see this before? Ben said in such a hurried manner that his words were barely understandable. Nonetheless, Gwen perfectly understood him.

Really? Are you saying we can bring them back?! Ben, you have to- Gwen was quickly cut off when Ben suddenly planted his lips on hers, hard, wrapping his arms around her in the process. Gwen blinked a few times, caught off-guard by the kiss. Despite that, she kissed back, moaning as she did, deepening the kiss. After a few seconds Ben broke the passionate contact, leaving a very flustered Gwen looking at him with a dazed expression.

What was that for? she asked, clearing her throat and fanning herself with one hand. When did it get so suddenly hot?

For being so awesome. he replied with a grin on his face.

What? Why? Ben, what did I do?

Ill tell you on the way there. Ben said, grabbing Gwens hand and dragging her towards him as he started running for the door.

Hold on, Ben. Where are we going? Gwen said, trying to keep up with Ben.

Youll see. Now, cmon! he said, jerking her hand even more as he lengthened his stride. The Break Juncture should still be there.

Gwen drew a blank expression, Break Juncture?

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That ends the first part of The Aftermath. A continuation will be written some time soon.