16146/= A Magnetic Encounter

= A Magnetic Encounter
Date of Scene:	25 March 2024
Location:	Cairo Market, Egypt
Synopsis:	Magneto and Israa have a meeting in Cairo market, but are unknowingly spied upon by Skye
Cast of Characters:	Magneto, Quake

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Magneto has posed:
Amidst the vibrant chaos of Cairo's bustling marketplace, Magneto moves with a distinct sense of purpose. The narrow lanes are alive with the clamour of merchants haggling over their wares, the aromatic scents of exotic spices, and the vibrant colours of fabrics fluttering in the breeze.

Magneto, clad in a simple yet dignified attire, navigates through the labyrinth of stalls and vendors with an air of quiet authority. His gaze, sharp and observant, takes in the myriad sights and sounds around him as he moves through the throng of people.

The sun beats down overhead, casting warm rays of light that dance upon the ancient cobblestone streets. Magneto's presence seems to command a certain respect from those around him, who part ways to make room for the enigmatic figure passing through their midst.

As he walks, Magneto's mind is focused on his purpose, his thoughts drifting to the matters at hand. Despite the chaotic energy of the marketplace, he maintains a sense of calm resolve, his every step deliberate and measured amidst the whirlwind of activity around him.

Quake has posed:
Skye had picked up this mission to get away from her usual pattern. Sure she was over Clint (at least told herself that, and really, after a year she /should/ be over him), but her life was lacking lustre.
5RMaybe this would snap her out of her doldrums?

Her only mission was to follow him. See what he was doing. The fact that it was Magneto? Pretty big. Then again if she had to use powers? He couldn't touch her. Though she couldn't do much about him. Hold him in place?

Cairo was different than Hong Kong, and China. And yet partly the same. Where in America there was always this *pushpushpush* to getting things done NOW, in Cairo it was a momentum of push and pull, and god forbid if you didn't pull on your turn.

So Skye walked amongst the market goers, watching Magneto from a distance.

Magneto has posed:
In the midst of the bustling market, Magneto's steps slow as he encounters a familiar figure. Israa, adorned in a scarf and practical attire, meets his gaze with a warm smile. They exchange greetings, finding a moment of respite from the lively chaos surrounding them.

Amidst the vibrant colours and myriad sounds of the marketplace, they engage in conversation, their voices rising above the din as they catch up on recent events. Despite the lively atmosphere, their interaction carries a sense of tranquillity, a brief pause in the whirlwind of activity around them.

As they chat, Magneto and Israa seem momentarily insulated from the hustle and bustle of the market, their connection forming a calm oasis amidst the vibrant energy of Cairo's bustling streets.

Quake has posed:
You have to admit that the best place to hold an illicit conversation was actually in the marketplace. Skye had to commend Magneto for that.

The funny things about Quake? She doesn't use this very often (she would go crazy if she did!), but talking involved vibrations, and vibration were her plaything.

Standing still, pretending to look over a bolt of silk, Skye focuses down on the conversation between Magneto and Israa.

Magneto has posed:
As they continue their conversation, the topic inevitably becomes more serious. Magneto's expression darkens slightly.

"Have you heard anything about the clan?" He asks.

"No," Israa replies. "It seems their activities have halted for the moment."

"It's troubling," he admits, his gaze fixed on the distant horizon beyond the marketplace. "Their silence is unnerving. No sightings, no new developments.

Israa nods, "It's as if they've vanished into thin air."

Magneto shakes his head, "Whilst it seems there are mutants amongst their number, I don't think they have completely gone.

I think that they might be planning something. I believe that must have realised by now that the Segment has been recovered from its resting place."

Israa nods in agreement, her brow furrowing with concern.

Quake has posed:
Skye held up a 'no' for the fabric. Miming a more solid print, in darker colours. Damn she was going to purchase the linen at this rate. The merchant bowed and scrapped looking for something similar to what Skye had asked for.

Meanwhile, what Magneto and his friend were talking about made her ever so much more curious. She could use her smartwatch to see what they were talking about..

Segment? Mutants? Clan?

As far as SHIELD and she were informed, there hadn't been a clan other than the Hand recently. He didn't mean the Hand.. did he? It would be like them to hook up with a neighbouring faction until they had used them.

Only trouble was, Magneto was't one you spurned. And if so, this could be a big problem. Had SHIELD ever rescued an enemy such as the Hand from another one? She really isn't aware of it.

Though, there always was a first time..

Supposing that was the clan.

Magneto has posed:
"So, where is the real segment now?" Israa asks?

"It is securely locked away in a vault on Genosha," Magneto replies.

"Is that wise? Would that not put your people at risk?"

Magneto nods, his voice solemn, he says, "It does. However, it is the safest place that I could think of. It's why I have stayed away. If I return to Genosha, then they might become suspicious.

Yet, hopefully they are too busy trying to keep track of the different forgeries. They might not be aware of its presence in Genosha."

Quake has posed:
Oh. Now that was a puzzle. What could they have that would immediately point to Magneto?

Wait a minute.. Forgeries? As in: to forge. Not copy so fluidly it might be confused as the original. Skye was certain he meant forge: use to form or shape by heating in a fire,

But what??

Magneto has posed:
Magneto and Israa begin walking around the marketplace, "However, I cannot stay away from Genosha for much longer. My people need me. They need me to protect them from the rest of the world. And if I stay much longer, I am going to draw the attention of the other leaders of the world."

Israa nods as she listens to him.

Quake has posed:
Damn.

Skye needed to get back to SHIELD research whatever *this* was.