The two sides quickly reached an agreement, and this time Luke didn't make Stark and the others sign any Mephisto contract. Both sides were well aware, or rather, avoided thinking about the fact that the mature Stark and his companions might represent the nine realms of the alternate universe, but not the entire universe.
Even if a contract is signed, if something unexpected happens, it still depends on strength. All Luke wants is a title. While having that title doesn't make much difference to Luke, he's happy to avoid trouble with people like Stark in the Nine Realms.
After signing the agreement, Luke shared his technology with Stark and Dr. Banner without reservation. As the technical leaders of the alien universe team, the two of them naturally took on the task of learning and mastering the technology.
The technology was complex, and the numerous details involved were so vast and despairing that even brilliant minds like Stark and Dr. Banner couldn't help but gasp at the technical prerequisites Luke listed. Even though both of them held doctorates in several different fields or had expertise in multiple scientific fields, learning a new subject from entry level to mastery in just a few days, building on a solid foundation, rivaled even those with years of experience in the subject. But faced with what Luke presented, they couldn't guarantee they could master it all in just a few months.
Fortunately, Luke had already thought of this thoughtfully and opened two authorized identities in the data dimension for the two of them. After the vast and numerous knowledge was connected to the two people's thinking, it flowed into their minds in the form of memory infusion within the data dimension.
Although many things were temporarily incomprehensible to them, this cramming-style indoctrination, apart from giving them a headache, also helped them shorten their learning time considerably.
For the remaining days, Stark and Dr. Banner immersed themselves completely in the data dimension, forgetting to eat or sleep as they began to unlock and digest the new and unfamiliar knowledge that had accumulated in their minds. Whenever they encountered something difficult to understand, they would ask questions of the intelligent mind Luke had left for them within the data dimension.
After understanding a part of the technical principles and related knowledge, the mind will automatically unlock the next part. Stark and Dr. Banner only need to follow the steps and continue to master new knowledge like a game, until all the knowledge temporarily blocked in the mind is unlocked. Then they have passed the level with Luke.
The more they came into contact with the data dimension and understood Luke's technology, the more Stark and Banner understood why Luke would openly disclose these technologies to them without worrying that they would regret it later.
Because in this technology, in order to condense and extract cosmic stones, it is necessary to possess enormous computing power and the assistance of high-dimensional energy. To be frank, this is a supporting technology that is deeply bound to the data dimension.
Even though Luke didn't explain it beforehand, the more they studied these techniques, the more they understood this.
If they wanted to re-condense and extract new cosmic stones in their universe, they had to complete an important process first. That was to establish a data dimension connection.
Only in this way can they re-condense and extract new cosmic stones at the fastest speed, and use them to restore the life of the entire universe to its original state.
Stark and Banner also thought that this might have been Luke's plan from the beginning, but they couldn't express any dissatisfaction. Because Luke did provide technology and knowledge, and they agreed to Luke's conditions and didn't think about regretting it later, so these seemingly binding details became less important.
It's just a matter of connecting the data dimensions first.
After they thoroughly digested the knowledge, they even used the authority Luke gave them and, with the help of their selves in this world, read some technical information from the data dimension.
They discovered that the Nine Realms technology of this world was inevitably moving towards the data dimension, and the data dimension was becoming a huge storage body and factory like a technological matrix here.
It offers unparalleled practicality and convenience, even providing the coveted manufacturing plant. Here, the difficulty of scientific research is significantly reduced. Because many people are reluctant to delve into basic science, data dimensions can help take on some of the burden.
Therefore, the atrium of this world has ushered in a technological explosion in recent years. The speed of technological advancement is as fast as riding a spaceship. It is a bit inaccurate to describe it as changing with each passing day.
Stark finally understood that he was powerless to resist himself in this world, and that was why he was completely crushed from technology to the Mark series of battle suits.
It's not that I in this world am smarter than him, but that the other person is really cheating.
Of course, both Stark and Dr. Banner could see that this burgeoning technological explosion was built on the platform of the data dimension. Without the data dimension, the entire technological tree of this world's atrium would instantly collapse, completely reverting to its original state. Even if everything went smoothly and there was a clear path forward, the time it would take to climb back to its current level would be at least decades.
The longer they embrace the data dimension, the more deeply ingrained this dependence and bond becomes. Even at this stage, the Atrium and Nine Realms of this world are already somewhat inseparable from the data dimension. Researchers, in particular, are fervent fans of the data dimension.
They only need to have their own technology, and no longer need to toil away at cocktail parties or lecture around to sell their knowledge in order to win the favor and investment of resource holders. Ultimately, even if a technology is successfully developed, it needs to be shared with others, even if they worry about not being able to control its next direction.
They only need to use data dimensions to continuously improve their technology, and then sell or dispose of the results after success. All they need to pay for the whole process is their own intelligence and knowledge.
Compared to wasting time cultivating relationships, the emergence of the data dimension liberates them. Before the technical interview, they only need to focus on research. Even if it requires precious instruments for experimental verification, even the best laboratory in the world cannot match the data dimension.
These inventors and creators are the few talented people in the data dimension who can earn new currency with their knowledge and brains.
The pros and cons are extreme.
Once the data dimension connects to their universe, if nothing unexpected happens and there's no blockade, their universe will soon become like this. Everything here today is the future they will face after returning.
They will be firmly bound to the chariot of this data dimension and eventually become a part of it. While enjoying the convenience it provides, they will also be swept away by it and become its nutrients.
Just like industrialization is to humanity.
Good and bad are clearly distinguished.
But in the early stages, most people see the benefits.
Stark and Banner saw the hidden dangers, but they had their own opinions and understandings. From a technical perspective, they naturally leaned towards the data dimension. Moreover, if they wanted to resurrect their companions, they would inevitably have to borrow the power of the data dimension.
"We can't contact Rhodes, Clint and the others." After Stark and the others came out of the data dimension, Scott hurried up to tell them the bad news.
"Can't get in touch?" Stark and Dr. Banner's heads, which were still slightly hot, suddenly tensed up.
"Yes, the communication is completely lost. Natasha and the others want to find them." Scott recounted to the two of them everything that happened in the past few days at a very fast speed.
"Where are they?" Stark asked first. Then, led by Scott, they hurried to the rest area provided by Luke.
When the three of them arrived, the imagined quarrel didn't happen. Natasha and the captain's faces were heavy, but they didn't argue or quarrel. Seeing Stark and Banner, who looked a little tired, appear before them, everyone in the lounge was suddenly surprised.
"Aren't you guys mastering that knowledge? How did you master it so quickly?" The captain stood up and went forward.
"Who do you think I am?" Stark smiled with a hint of arrogance. He didn't bother to elaborate, but directly asked, "What's the latest news about Rhodes and the others? Are you sure they've arrived in this universe?"
"If nothing unexpected happens, they should have come to this universe with us. They are just scattered in different areas. But we can't contact them. We can't easily set out to look for them." The captain said briefly.
"The two Thors and Rocket used the Rainbow Bridge in Asgard to go to the Void and Morag to help us search. The news hasn't come back yet." Natasha added.
A blue light lit up in the room, and three figures of different heights walked out of the light.
"Rhodes and his group were not found on Morag Star and the Land of Nothingness." Thor, who had returned, answered without waiting for the captain and the others to ask.
"We've been gathering information about the Void, but haven't found any trace of Star-Lord and his gang. Star-Lord is a celebrity in the Void right now. According to the people stationed there, if Star-Lord and his gang show up, it's bound to cause a stir and a fight." Rocket hammered his paw angrily, pointing his arm backwards. "I'm on the list too. Many people tried to capture me, but before I could even fire, the two tough guys behind me took care of them."
"That means they didn't come here?" Captain and Stark were still feeling a little uneasy.
"We can't be sure. We've also received news that Thanos from this universe is currently active near the Void with his men. If we're unlucky, any spaceship heading to the Void might face Thanos." Rocket spread his hands. Although he didn't continue, everyone understood his meaning.
"Even if they encounter Thanos, as a last resort, on the bright side, they should be able to use the Pym particles to return home." Dr. Banner comforted.
"We'll know everything when we go back. We've stayed here long enough. Now that we've found the method and mastered the technology, it's time for us to say goodbye." Stark didn't want to think more and said decisively.
The captain and his men had no objection to Stark's words, especially since the two universes would undoubtedly be connected. Even if something unexpected happened, they could still come here to gather reinforcements. After all, even without considering the increase in the data dimension, through their understanding over the past few days, they knew that the power of this universe was generally much greater than their own.
At least the aged Thor holding Stormbreaker will still be beaten hard by the young Thor holding Mjolnir during a sparring match.
"I'll have Heimdall continue observing the area near the Void for a while." Young Thor patted Old Thor's shoulder. The two men's relationship had grown incredibly close during the battle. Their personalities were incredibly similar and in tune with each other, a tacit understanding that made Loki, feeling marginalized, seethe with anger, yet he felt helpless against his two brothers.
Of course, if possible, Loki still hoped that the otherworldly Thor would leave as soon as possible. Without his brother to help share the affairs of Asgard and the Nine Realms, his small shoulders had been burdened with an immense pressure that they shouldn't have to bear. He desperately wanted everything to return to normal as soon as possible.
As for the sudden appearance of an older sister in the family who was sealed in the underworld by their father, if possible, the Loki brothers, who had been stared at by Odin's one eye for a long time, would really hope that the sister could come out and help them share some of the burden.
"See you later." Cangsang Thor planned to come here to visit from time to time.
"Please say goodbye to Luke and thank him for his technical support." Stark also waved. The alien visitors present covered their entire bodies with their Pym suits and activated the Pym particle device.
The somewhat crowded lounge suddenly became somewhat empty.
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Parallel universe.
There was an intense light flashing on the shuttle machine. When the light faded, the people who returned to this point in time heard a voice that made them remember it deeply and made them feel cold all over before they could confirm the number of their companions who had returned.
A person who should have been dead was standing in one of their positions.
"Hello! Avengers!"
Thanos, dressed in military uniform and holding the Tyrant Blade, gave a warm greeting to Stark and the others with their eyes narrowed.
"Thanos, Thanos!"
Seeing the figure that had appeared many times in their nightmares, Stark and the others almost groaned and chanted his name.