Slovax soared through the sky, feeling the wind in his hair and the sun on his face. He loved flying, especially over his homeland of Slovakia. He felt a deep connection to the land and its people, who had welcomed him as a hero and a protector. He smiled as he saw the Danube river below him, sparkling in the light. It was the source of his power, and his inspiration.
He was on his way to Bratislava, the capital city, where he had been invited to attend a ceremony in his honor. The president of Slovakia wanted to thank him for his recent achievements, such as stopping a terrorist attack, rescuing a trapped miner, and helping with a flood relief. Slovax was humbled by the recognition, but he also felt a bit nervous. He was not used to public speaking, and he preferred to let his actions speak for themselves.
He reached the city and landed on a rooftop, where he was greeted by a group of officials and reporters. They escorted him to a car, which drove him to the presidential palace. Along the way, he saw crowds of people waving flags and cheering for him. He waved back, feeling a surge of gratitude and pride. He was happy to see that his country was doing well, and that he had made a positive difference.
He arrived at the palace and was ushered into a large hall, where the president and other dignitaries were waiting for him. He shook hands with them and exchanged pleasantries, then took his seat on a podium. The president gave a speech, praising Slovax for his courage, loyalty, patriotism, and compassion. He said that Slovax was a symbol of hope and a role model for the nation. He then presented him with a medal of honor, and invited him to say a few words.
Slovax stood up and cleared his throat. He thanked the president and the people of Slovakia for their support and trust. He said that he was honored to serve his country and the world, and that he would always do his best to uphold the values of freedom, democracy, and peace. He said that he was proud to be a Slovak, and that he loved his culture and language. He spoke in Slovak, and then switched to English, to address the international audience. He said that he hoped to work with other heroes and leaders, to create a better future for everyone. He ended his speech with a quote from a famous Slovak poet, and received a standing ovation.
He felt a warm glow in his chest, and smiled. He had done well, he thought. He had expressed his feelings and his vision, and he had inspired others. He was about to sit down, when he heard a loud noise outside. He looked out the window, and saw a huge cloud of dust rising from the ground. He heard screams and sirens, and saw people running in panic. He realized that something had exploded, and that there was danger.
He excused himself and ran out of the hall, followed by the president and the security guards. He reached the street, and saw a scene of chaos and destruction. A building had collapsed, and there was fire and smoke everywhere. He saw bodies and debris, and heard cries for help. He felt a surge of anger and sadness, and wondered who had done this, and why.
He scanned the area, looking for the source of the attack. He saw a figure standing on top of a nearby hill, holding a large axe. The figure was gray and rough, and had claws and teeth. He recognized him as Flint, the leader of the Stone Age, a terrorist group that wanted to destroy the modern civilization and create a new stone age. Slovax had fought him before, and knew that he was a formidable foe. He had the power to control and transform into stone, and he was ruthless and cunning.
Slovax flew towards him, ready to confront him. He activated his device on his wrist, and prepared to fire his energy blasts. He shouted at Flint, asking him why he had attacked the city, and what he wanted. Flint looked at him, and sneered. He said that he had attacked the city to send a message, and that he wanted nothing less than the end of the world. He said that he hated Slovax, and that he considered him a traitor to his heritage and a threat to his plans. He said that he was a descendant of the clactonians, a prehistoric people who used simple flint tools to survive. He said that he had inherited a genetic mutation that allowed him to control and transform into stone, and that he had joined a secret organization that aimed to overthrow the world order and create a new stone age. He said that he believed that the clactonian way was the only true way of living, and that he would stop at nothing to achieve his goals.
Slovax was shocked and disgusted by Flint's words. He said that Flint was delusional and evil, and that he had no right to harm innocent people and destroy their lives. He said that Flint was a disgrace to his ancestors, and that he had wasted his potential and his power. He said that Flint was the real traitor, and that he would never succeed in his plans. He said that he would stop him, and that he would bring him to justice.
Flint laughed, and said that Slovax was naive and foolish, and that he had no chance against him. He said that Slovax was weak and inferior, and that he had no idea of the true power of stone. He said that he would crush him, and that he would prove that he was the superior being. He raised his axe, and swung it at Slovax, who dodged it and fired his energy blasts. The blasts hit Flint, who absorbed them and turned them into stone. He threw the stones back at Slovax, who deflected them and flew closer to him. He punched him in the face, but felt a sharp pain in his hand. Flint's skin was hard as rock, and he smiled wickedly. He grabbed Slovax by the neck, and squeezed it. Slovax gasped for air, and felt his vision blur. He struggled to free himself, but Flint was too strong. He felt his life slipping away, and wondered if this was the end.
He closed his eyes, and thought of his country and his people. He thought of the Danube river, and the sun. He thought of his friends and his family. He thought of his dreams and his hopes. He felt a surge of emotion, and a burst of power. He opened his eyes, and saw that they were glowing. He felt a wave of energy coursing through his body, and he pushed Flint away. Flint was surprised, and let go of him. Slovax flew up, and felt a new strength in his muscles. He looked at Flint, and saw fear in his eyes. He realized that he had unlocked a new level of his power, and that he had a chance to win. He smiled, and said to Flint, "You have underestimated me, and you have made a mistake. You have awakened the power of the Danube, and you have sealed your fate. You will not destroy the world, and you will not create a new stone age. You will face the wrath of Slovax, and you will pay for your crimes."
He charged at Flint, and unleashed a barrage of energy blasts. Flint tried to block them, but he was overwhelmed. He felt his skin crack and his bones break. He screamed in pain, and fell to the ground. Slovax landed next to him, and looked at him with pity and contempt. He said to him, "You have lost, Flint, and you have failed. You have followed a false path, and you have wasted your life. You have harmed many people, and you have caused much suffering. You have no place in this world, and you have no future. You are a relic of the past, and you are a menace to the present. You are a stone, and you are nothing."
He picked up Flint's axe, and raised it above his head. He was about to strike him, when he heard a voice in his ear. It was the president, who had been watching the fight on a monitor. He said to Slovax, "Slovax, stop. Don't kill him. He is a criminal, and he deserves to be punished. But he is also a human, and he has a right to live. You are a hero, and you have a duty to uphold the law. You have defeated him, and you have saved the day. But you don't have to end his life. You can show him mercy, and you can be better than him. You can be Slovax, and you can be a legend."
Slovax heard the president's words, and felt a conflict in his heart. He looked at Flint, who was lying on the ground, bleeding and broken. He felt a mix of anger and compassion, and wondered what to do. He thought of his values and his vision, and made a decision. He lowered the axe, and said to Flint, "You are lucky, Flint, and you have a chance. You have been spared, and you have been given a choice. You can repent, and you can change. You can learn, and you can grow. You can join, and you can help. You can be a part of this world, and you can be a part of the future. You can be a human, and you can be something."
He threw the axe away, and called for help. He waited for the authorities to arrive, and handed Flint over to them. He hoped that
