It had been a few hours since the remote incident, and Kenny was still trying to adjust to his new reality. Despite his struggles, his admiration for Alex had only grown. He watched his son with wide-eyed awe, as if seeing him for the first time in a whole new light. Alex, after all, had taken charge with such confidence. What Kenny didn’t expect, however, was just how much more surprising the day would get.
Suddenly, the peaceful quiet of the house was shattered by a loud crash. The front door exploded off its hinges, and in its place stood an imposing, hulking figure. A grotesque baboon-like creature with jet-black fur and glowing red eyes stomped into the living room, its fangs bared in a wicked grin. It wore a spiked leather jacket, and its hands were balled into fists the size of bowling balls. The air filled with the acrid smell of ozone as the creature’s deep voice echoed through the room.
“So this is where one of the Cyber Space Warriors hides? Pathetic,” the creature snarled, its voice dripping with malice.
Kenny froze, his wide eyes darting from the beast to Alex, not understanding what was happening. “A-Alex, what’s going on?!”
Alex stepped forward, immediately dropping into a defensive stance. His heart raced as he recognized the creature. “It’s one of Lord Skullface’s monsters,” he muttered. “The Badboy Baboon.”
The baboon beat its chest, its long tail swishing in the air menacingly. “That’s right, kid. And I’m here to cause some trouble!”
Kenny stared at his son, eyes even wider now. “You… you know this thing? What do you mean, ‘Cyber Space Warrior’? Alex, what’s happening?”
Alex clenched his fists, his voice filled with urgency. “Dad, I’ll explain everything later, but you need to get out of here!”
But before Kenny could even move, the Badboy Baboon sneered and lunged at Alex with shocking speed. The impact sent Alex crashing into the wall, dazed from the force of the blow. He shook it off quickly, knowing he had to protect Kenny.
“Cyber watch, activate!” Alex shouted, raising his wrist. His power watch hummed to life as his armor began to materialize around him, transforming him into the Red Cyber Space Warrior in an instant. His helmet clicked into place, and his sleek, red battle armor shimmered under the dim light of the house.
Kenny’s mouth dropped open. “You’re… you’re one of them! A Cyber Space Warrior!”
Alex spared a quick glance at his dad, now looking at him with awe and admiration, but there was no time for explanations. The Badboy Baboon was already charging again. Alex leaped forward, engaging the creature in a flurry of punches and kicks. The house shook as the two clashed, their blows sending shockwaves through the walls.
Despite his best efforts, Alex found himself struggling. The Badboy Baboon was tougher than he anticipated, and it wasn’t long before the creature overpowered him, slamming Alex into the floor with a thunderous crash. Alex’s armor sparked and fizzled as he lay stunned, the Baboon looming over him.
“Well, well, looks like the big, bad Cyber Space Warrior isn’t so tough after all,” the Baboon mocked, reaching down to grab Alex by the collar. “I think it’s time I used a little surprise on you.”
In one swift motion, the Badboy Baboon yanked the transformation remote from Alex’s belt. Alex’s heart sank as he realized the danger.
“Oh no,” Alex gasped. “The remote!”
Kenny, still crouched in the corner, watched in horror. His son—his strong, confident son—was at the mercy of this monstrous creature, and the very device that had changed him was now in the wrong hands. But even more than fear, Kenny felt a pang of guilt. He was supposed to be the adult, the one to protect Alex, yet here he was—an 11-year-old boy, completely helpless.
The Badboy Baboon turned the remote in its massive hand, eyes gleaming with cruel intent. “Now, what should I do with you, kid? Make you into a puny little brat like your dad, maybe? Or something worse?”
Kenny’s heart raced. “No! Don’t hurt him!” he shouted, his voice trembling with panic, but his boyish frame made him feel powerless.
The Baboon sneered. “Oh, don’t worry, little man. You’ll get to watch every second of it.”
Alex struggled to free himself, but the Baboon’s grip was too strong. He stared at the remote, its flashing lights signaling imminent danger. If that thing zapped him, there was no telling what it would do.
“Get ready, Red Warrior,” the Baboon growled, finger hovering over the button...