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Academy of Heroes and Villains

Anthony shakes his head and says with a small chuckle, "Well played Mr. Wayne. I won't try to forcibly take control so it seems like you've won. However, since I wasn't sent here by a parent and I enrolled by myself, I can drop out any time I like. I choose to drop out as of this moment. I accept the position of Assistant Dean and I'll even consent to having my decisions be approved by you. Nevertheless, I will not agree to be underneath a witch. I will allow her to be a consultant but I am in charge of security. It's nothing personal, it's just business and in business, you have to make compromises."

Academy of Heroes and Villains

"Security issues?" Anthony repeats incredulously, "That implies that there's at least some sort of plan in place to protect the students. However, in my experience, that's not the case at all. You leave the students to just fend for themselves against one of the X-Men's greatest foes? I understand the need for tactile training, but that's just reckless endangerment of the young lives entrusted to you." He pauses for a few seconds then continues with a self-satisfied smile, "And don't even get me started on how ridiculously easy it is to break into the safe containing files on the entire student body."

After taking a deep breath and returning to his usual level of nonchalance, Anthony remarks, "Although I have many concerns regarding the Academy's security, I can't deny the effectiveness of the teaching staff. So, I will continue funding the school under two conditions. I assume the position of Assistant Dean and handle the day to day operations of the Academy. By extension, I will also take control of the currently defunct security measures."

Ben shrugs, "I really don't know how I could help you get your memories back when I can't remember anything from the past three weeks or so. Have you talked to Professor X about it?"

Academy of Heroes and Villains

Give me a few hours and I'll be able to post.

Academy of Heroes and Villains

Anthony shrugs slightly while retorting, "I can find something positive in just about any situation, so of course I could come up with a reason to continue the funding. However, I want to be convinced. Why should I continue funding an institution staffed by a faculty so inept at their jobs that the school is invaded nearly every month, destroyed several times a year, has students attempting suicide, and has at one point lost half the student body because one student convinced them to start their own academy? You're a businessman, Mr. Wayne, so tell me. Does this little experiment seem like a success to you?"

Ben clicks his tongue thoughtfully then excitedly asks, "Do you remember when we found your ship? I remember you finding something in there and then you started acting really weird."

Academy of Heroes and Villains

After what seems to be an eternity, Anthony receives the go ahead from the secretary and lets himself into Bruce's office. Once inside, he immediately sits down, not bothering to wait for permission. "Well Mr. Wayne, I'm sure you know why I'm here." Ben frowns, obviously puzzled as he asks, "How is it even possible tht you would have my memories?"

Academy of Heroes and Villains

I'll have him talk to Reinhardt after he's done with Bruce. How hae they worked together before?

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Wait, what? What did he say?

Academy of Heroes and Villains

As Estella steps into view, Ben begins smiling and becomes noticeably relieved. "I think I remember you," he says, "You're the girl from another planet that crash landed here, right?" What should have been a fifteen to twenty minute walk to the principal's office was reduced to a mere ten minutes by Anthony's rapid pace and long strides. After taking a minute to regain both his composure and his breath, Anthony enters the lobby outside of Wayne's office and stops at the secretary's desk. "Is Mr. Wayne for some reason too busy to see me?" he asks calmly, his expression making it clear what he expected to hear in response.

Academy of Heroes and Villains

Who wants to post as Bruce? Now that Anthony is in control of the Luthor fortune, he needs to be convinced to continue funding the school.

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Anthony stands, eyes ablaze with anger at being spoken to so harshly by a mere teenager. He speaks, a quiet fury causing the words to rapidly fly from his lips, "I tire of this conversation Ms. Ryane. If you're so intent on believing that everyone despises and wants to use you, so be it. I led you to the truth about your kidnapping, which you wanted, by the way. I ensured that once you had that information, you returned with your life. I've given you the chance to see how ruthless you sometimes must be in order to thrive in today's world. When you gave up on yourself, I read between the lines and sent help. The reason I don't share the entirety of my plans with anyone is because I think on a completely different level than literally every other non-omniscient being in existence. No one could understand my thought process." He begins to leave the room but stops just short of the door and finishes, "If I didn't think you were important, I would have let you died. If you don't want to see me again, then very well. Anthony Luthor never begs for, nor requires the attention of anyone." Anthony then coldly tells Connor, "She's your responsibility now, I'm done." Without another word, he quickly leaves and begins walking toward Bruce Wayne's office.