The Flash: The Fastest Man Alive (Male Reader Insert)

8.1 Bachelor Party

Date: July 2, 2036

The Flash Museum was one of Central City's biggest tourist attractions, bringing in visitors from all across the country who wanted to get a glimpse at the life and heroics of the fastest man alive that began over twenty years ago. Sure the city now had its new protectors, but it was always fun to look back at the original crimson comet. Connected to the city's traditional history museum, the location was no doubt a pride among locals who celebrated their history and enjoyed the revenues brought in by the glorified hall of fame. 

In front of the large building with its marble pillars was displayed a golden statue of the Flash himself. He could be seen tipping his metal winged cap to everyone who passed by to enter. Along the bottom of the statue were three plaques, each giving the heroic name of the original team of heroes the city welcomed. From left to right they read "Frost", "The Flash", and "Vibe". 

Making their way inside the museum, one could expect to see large tile walls pinned with news headlines documenting the history of the scarlet speedster. It showed photos of his first appearance, his team's fight against Gorilla Grodd's mechanical ape, the four founding members of the Justice League, and the Flash's fight against Zoom. 

Walking further into the proper exhibit hall, one would be greeted by several artifacts, some replicas and some the genuine article. A row of mannequins showed the evolution of the Flash's iconic red suit. A section of the room labeled "Allies and Super Friends" displayed various costumes and gadgetry belonging to several superheroes associated with the red hero. Among them were Vibe's goggles, Killer Frost's blue and black dress, Firestorm's thermal suit, and Pied Piper's sonic gauntlets. 

Another section of the room was labeled "Foes and Villains". Among the items here were various artifacts Central City residents once feared but now paid to see. There was the red fur suit and tommy gun belonging to the Trickster. The weather wand used to stop Weather Wizard glistened with minimal age. A piece of Gorilla Grodd's giant ape mech alongside a recovered but very much destroyed drone were put behind a glass case. A small petri dish full of cells belonging to the duplicating villain Multiplex sat on the edge near a special case.

One item amongst the rows of villainous collections was very different and stuck out for its appearance. Displayed on a mannequin in the room was the dark black suit of the speedster known as Zoom. The suit was stiff and lifeless on the mannequin, but continued to show the wicked speedster's monstrous grin. Parts of the suit remained torn and ripped from his encounter with the Flash. A plaque detailing the suit commented on its shredded appearance, stating, "Proof that even the darkest of creatures can be illuminated by the lightning". 

The museum was closed for the day, allowing its head curator to walk through it. Although he enjoyed the exhibits, he found himself over the past few years finding it to be more of a side hustle compared to the work he was really passionate in. Sure he had to keep that part a secret to protect his friends, but he loved it nonetheless. 

The curator whistled as he walked through the hall. He had a mop of dark tan hair that sat on his rigid head. His face showed some wrinkles, but was otherwise youthful. His eyes showed that of a young scientist eager to learn more about the world around him. His smile, which he displayed quite regularly, was said by friends to be the best part about him other than his mind. It showed warmth and comfort, pushing aside any dark times it had gone through.

Eobard Thawne walked through the hall of the Flash museum towards a crate set up by the storage bay door. He grabbed the crate and carried it over to a small table. It was small, about the size of an apartment heating unit. It contained a new item pulled out of the archives that they were hoping could soon be put on display. A large marker on the side of the crate labeled it as item E-27.