The situation seemed over when Alfie had come to the rescue. Birds rushed in, in untold numbers. He had no idea how many birds swarmed at the boy's feet, but it was a frightening sight to behold. He wondered what they had intended to do, what the girl's intention was.

As the water around the center seemed to vanish, Aaron was stricken by surprise, for he had not expected the birds to succeed. He was carried to safety, away from the dangers of wild ice. The two girls, locked on to each other, remained as they were. More was yet to unfold. Perhaps if only that boy hadn't said something idiotic, this difficult scenario might never had unfolded. His powers useful for only crude destruction, Aaron only watched as the scene unraveled. He was still with his new friend, Mystique.