Let's speak clearly. Although it may seem quite the opposite, Deep down there was never a good relationship between us. I discovered it shortly after developing my powers. As soon as I became aware of my abilities, I was faced with a dilemma. Which side was I on?? Did I join the side of the good guys or the side of the villains?? I know that there will be those who consider my decision somewhat comfortable., but the truth is that neither before nor after this momentous event in my life, I was one of those people who had a great interest in dominating others. I always liked to go more or less at my own pace and I was never one of those who had an excessive desire to appropriate other people's things., nor from overcomplicating my existence by organizing that of other people, nor did I stand out as a leader in any group, something that you are always destined to do if you choose the side of evil.
So, how I dedicated myself to protecting my fellow citizens instead of trying to dominate them, at first, like it went well. But later, I realized through small details that, Beneath that apparent layer of admiration they showed towards me, there was another feeling that, over time, I perceived that it was closer to something similar to envy. And not, Do not think that what I say is the result of ego or excessive narcissism.. forget. It was in that elusive look that almost seemed reproachful that that one gave you., in those comments that you suddenly heard behind your back. One day, you saved a group of hostages from a bank robbery and, at the end, one I expected, at least, a minimal gesture of gratitude, a simple, “Thank you majete”, (I don't think it would be asking so much), He was faced with a “what?”, dry and sharp. You rescued a family from a burning building and, when they were already on the street, Maybe they came out with that “I could have come sooner” thing.. Very unpleasant. At first, I was a little embarrassed and didn't know what to say.. I tried to be as courteous as possible to those I helped., but then, see the reaction, I became colder and more reserved. Total, if no one was going to appreciate my work, it was better to keep a certain distance. Of course, That only increased the feeling of arrogance that people attributed to you., but, Was there any other way to emotionally protect yourself from so much humiliation?? And for the record, at no time did I think about stopping what I was doing or changing sides. (although, as i already said, I didn't have the makings of a leader, Well, I could very well have joined any of the many communities of evil people out there and let myself go.; It is easy to join these groups). I like what I do and, despite certain disappointments, I always have the feeling that my effort and having a clear conscience when I lie in bed at night, They more than compensate me for everything else.
I discussed it with some colleagues. ¡Ah, Of course! Didn't you know?, they told me, as if taking the matter for granted. This is so. You think about it for a moment. On one side, people lead rather insipid lives. You, instead, you are always involved in some adventure and, above all, here the one who can fly the most and the one who can least, throw lightning from your hands, He has super-strength or can turn into anything he wants.. What is that compared to the skills you have, I don't know, an accountant? Or a bank manager no matter how much money he has?? Pffff. But I think what bothers them the most is the helplessness created by the idea that you can't do anything to change that fact.. After all, This is nothing more than a matter of pure luck or chance.. Or did he perhaps ask to be born on a planet in another galaxy with a gravity much higher than ours?? Is that the one?? Where did you request to be showered with gamma rays?? And what department of what institution granted that other the grace of being bitten by a radioactive insect?? That helplessness for not being able to improve their condition as simple human beings is what eats them up the most.. But don't you worry, kid. You go to yours and don't worry about those things.. There are also many people who feel appreciation for us. Some of us even have our own fan club.. Yes indeed, be very careful with false flatterers. You never know if there is a hidden villain behind.
And the truth is that, meditating on it, they were right. What were those misgivings about?? Having powers had not only not been a premeditated choice, It also left aside all the inconveniences that this brought with it.. Fuck, you imagine that, one morning, you wake up and discover that you have become invisible. How is your body? You are left traumatized for the rest of your days. Or a nuclear bomb falls on you. The first thing you think about is cancer.. Or spend your life hiding your civil identity from everyone. It's crazy, I tell you. There are days when you don't even know who you are. Does anyone think what it must be like to have everyone see you as an alien?, even if you look the same as anyone else? You feel displaced, like you don't fit. Still today, although I have tried to explain it in several interviews and television programs, I still meet people who think it's very cool to be able to read other people's minds.. And if, sometimes it can be very useful (I won't give that example that you all have in your head.), but, on the other hand, Can anyone imagine what it must be like to have to listen to everything everyone says?? At all hours? If you have ever read the Ulises by James Joyce, you will know what I mean. And so, at best. With the nonsense that the staff thinks! It's maddening. And let it be known that I am not saying this for myself., that this is not my case.
But with this State of Alarm and the social distance thing, I think everything got worse. First, They took it with the companions who could fly. What if traveling was prohibited?, it was for everyone, that what those privileges were for and that in a democratic and egalitarian society we all have the same rights and obligations. Such was the pressure from the media and some associations that, in the end, The government enacted a specific law to prohibit it. But, Can someone explain to me what damage a guy moving through the mesosphere did?? If it didn't touch anyone! How not to collide with some space station. Well nothing. But that was just the beginning. Later, They started with people who became invisible. What if you couldn't see them?, How did you know they weren't coming to you?? Pathetic. As if, by becoming invisible, one will stop worrying about one's own health. This gradually restricted our activities.. What was the point of volunteering to save the world if you couldn't touch anyone and no one wanted to touch you?? Besides, villain activity, who were also afraid of catching the virus, was reduced to the basics and we found ourselves somewhat less busy. But when we saw that the issue was about something else, it was when they prohibited a colleague from using his powers of intangibility. How could someone who did not lack solid physical matter infect anything?? Well you see. That's when all of us in the union protested., but then in the government they came out with the nonsense that, in the current circumstances, Not creating inequalities that would undermine the spirit of citizens was the best strategy to keep things under control., and that we had to be supportive and a lot of nonsense. Yes!
I'll tell you one thing. I'm starting to get tired. And not, despite what they may assume, I'm not angry. I just feel a little disenchanted with this profession.. And it really bothers me to feel this way because it makes me not pay due attention to the obligations required by my sacred oath to help others.. The other day, For example, I was on the street, when a guy took a briefcase from another guy who was walking a few steps in front of him. In other circumstances, I would have reacted faster and the guy wouldn't have even made it to the next corner. This time, I almost missed it. Don't touch me, told me. that he was going to report me. And then the police, What if I didn't use latex gloves for my activities?. Yes, I have been wearing gloves since I started with this!! and mask! In the end, We have revealed ourselves and we have said that we will do whatever we want. and hey, If anyone has a problem, come and tell us.. You already know how to find us. Let's see if they dare to tell us to our faces everything they secretly vomit about us.. Send them to the army if they want! ¡Idiots! That what is good, Alright. And the rest is complaining for the sake of complaining. GERARDO LEON
