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Meanwhile, the Leader used his telepathy to quietly approach from the side.
At the same time, Fury commanded the remaining SHIELD agents to establish a defensive line around them, protecting civilians as much as possible and buying time for the military to arrive.
"Everyone, listen up."
He ordered through the communicator.
"Prioritize the evacuation of civilians! We must hold out until the army arrives!"
On the top floor of Stark Tower, Loki noticed the approach of Dr. Green.
He sneered, telling Hawkeye:
"It seems they've sent out their monster. Go, take a team to meet him."
Hawkeye nodded, leading a group of controlled agents and Chitauri warriors to confront the Hulk.
Just then, the Leader successfully infiltrated the building... 92: Evil God? This is a Christmas Reindeer!
The Leader carefully avoided the patrolling guards and moved towards the top-floor laboratory.
He knew the key was to find the portal device and figure out how to shut it down.
It wasn't that he wanted to help SHIELD.
Rather, in his master's plan, he was to play the role of a superhero, and he couldn't disobey orders.
He believed his master must have had other plans already.
Mere aliens were nothing to worry about!
Above New York, more and more Chitauri warships poured out of the portal.
These massive bio-mechanical hybrids hovered over the city, releasing even more Chitauri warriors.
On the ground, SHIELD agents and the newly arrived military were fighting desperately, but the enemy was simply too numerous.
Fury commanded remotely, watching the battle on the monitor screens, his mood growing heavier.
If the portal couldn't be closed quickly, all of New York, and even the entire Earth, would be in danger.
"Mr. Blue, Dr. Green."
He called through the communicator.
"What's the situation?"
"I'm already close to Laboratory 06."
The Leader replied, his voice tinged with helplessness.
"But there are many guards here. I need time, perhaps you could send more people to help me draw fire."
"I'm already engaged with Hawkeye. They're our own people, I can't do anything."
Dr. Green's tone conveyed helplessness.
The explosions and sounds of fighting coming from the communicator indicated that he was in a fierce battle.
Fury took a deep breath:
"Please, Mr. Blue! The fate of the entire Earth depends on whether you can close that portal."
In the streets of New York, chaos continued.
The Chitauri invasion had already caused numerous casualties and destruction.
But in this dark hour, human courage and unity also began to emerge.
Ordinary citizens began to organize self-help, assisting the injured and guiding people to evacuate dangerous areas.
However, the power of the Chitauri made everyone feel despair.
.
Just as New York faced the crisis of the Chitauri invasion.
Lin Feng was in the world of shadows, silently observing the chaos.
Within the Shadow Realm, he watched every battle on the streets of New York through the eyes of the Shadow Ninjas.
"What a mess."
Lin Feng chuckled, observing how the Leader and the Hulk struggled to hold the line.
SHIELD agents were evacuating civilians everywhere, and the military had also arrived.
But facing the endless Chitauri army pouring out of the portal, human resistance seemed so insignificant.
Lin Feng was not in a hurry to act.
For him, this battle was more like a performance, an opportunity to gain system rewards.
He had to wait for the perfect moment.
Only the most dramatic instant could create a memorable scene worth checking in for.
"Loki is already on the top floor of Stark Tower."
Lin Feng murmured to himself:
"The Hulk is about to confront him head-on. This is the moment I've been waiting for."
A few minutes later, as he had predicted, the Hulk successfully broke through the layers of defense and rushed into the top floor of Stark Tower.
Loki faced the green giant with a look of disdain.
"Enough!"
Loki roared:
"You lowly creatures! Who do you think you are? I am a god! I will not be—"
Before he could finish his sentence, the Hulk grabbed his leg.
He swung him around like a rag doll, smashing him onto the floor, again and again.
"Poor god." 398351697
Lin Feng smiled, pointing at the screen, as if watching a comedy.
"Being beaten like a punching bag."
At this moment, Lin Feng's heart stirred, and he immediately contacted the system:
"System, I think this already meets the check-in conditions, right?"
"Ding, host has triggered a famous scene. Do you wish to check in?"
Lin Feng answered without hesitation: "Confirm check-in!"
"Ding, host has checked in to the famous scene: Evil God Loki? No, this is a Christmas Reindeer!"
"Ding, congratulations to the host for receiving the reward: Shadowkhan fully unlocked!"
Hearing this news, Lin Feng's face showed a satisfied smile.
With the Shadowkhan fully unlocked, it meant he could summon Tarak, the King of the Shadow Ninjas, to shroud the world in darkness and devour all things.
"Very good, this is exactly the power I need."
Lin Feng whispered:
"It's time for the Shadowkhan to battle the Chitauri. This will definitely be an explosive famous scene."
Lin Feng continued to observe the battle outside.
The Hulk was still mercilessly "disciplining" Loki, smashing him to the ground again and again.
Until Loki lay on the ground, bruised and battered, unable to resist.
"Poor kid," Lin Feng said with a chuckle, shaking his head.
He wasn't going to bother with Loki, at least for now; Loki still had value to him.
However, just then.
His gaze was drawn to a sight a few blocks away.
Amidst the Chitauri encirclement, two familiar figures were fighting desperately.
"Jessica? Gwen?"
Lin Feng's face showed a hint of surprise.
"How did they get involved?"
...Meanwhile, a few blocks away.
Jessica Jones and Gwen Stacy were in the midst of a fierce battle.
Jessica, with her superhuman strength, punched a Chitauri warrior, sending him flying and smashing through a wall behind him.
Gwen, on the other hand, moved nimbly among the enemies, using her spider abilities to web several Chitauri warriors together.
"Where did these guys even come from?"
Jessica asked, panting, as she grabbed an abandoned car and hurled it at a group of approaching enemies.
"Outer space, obviously."
Gwen 990 replied, deftly dodging a beam of energy.
"But the problem is, they seem endless!"
The two superpowered women indeed displayed extraordinary combat prowess.
But the sheer number of Chitauri was overwhelming.
No matter how many enemies they defeated, more Chitauri warriors poured out of the portal, filling the gaps.
They simply couldn't kill them all.
Just then, a terrifying roar echoed from the sky.
Everyone looked up and saw a chilling sight:
From the portal, several colossal creatures slowly emerged—Leviathan beasts!
Their bodies were as vast as ancient dragons, blotting out the sky, like towering titans.
"Oh my god..."
Gwen whispered, her eyes wide.
The Leviathan beasts began to rampage through the city.
Their massive bodies crashed into skyscrapers, causing immense destruction.
One of the Leviathan beasts seemed to notice Jessica and Gwen, turning towards their direction.
It opened its gaping maw and let out a deafening roar.
"I think we're in trouble."
Jessica said, adopting a fighting stance, though a hint of despair already showed in her eyes.
Gwen stood beside her, tense:
"Any good ideas?"
"Run?!"
...93: Nuclear Missile Incoming! Lin Feng Makes His Move!
"I'm afraid it's too late."
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The Leviathan beast was already charging towards them, closing the distance at an astonishing speed.
The two female superheroes prepared for battle, even though they knew that fighting such a monster was almost futile.
Just as they faced a life-or-death moment, a dark figure suddenly appeared in front of the Leviathan beast.
It was a human figure, moving so fast it was almost imperceptible.
He leaped up, confronting the Leviathan beast, and swung his right fist with incredible power, smashing it directly into the beast's head.
Boom!
After a loud bang, the Leviathan beast's head actually burst open like a watermelon.
Its massive body lost control and crashed to the ground, kicking up a cloud of dust.
Jessica and Gwen stared dumbfounded at the scene before them, then turned their gaze to the figure.
As the smoke and dust cleared, they saw who it was—Lin Feng.
Lin Feng stood there as if nothing had happened, his expression as calm as ever.
"Lin!"
Gwen exclaimed in surprise:
"You're here?"
Jessica also let out a sigh of relief:
"Thank you for saving us."
Lin Feng smiled faintly and walked over to the two women:
"You need to be careful! These are the Chitauri, an alien race. Their individual strength is average, but they are like a swarm of insects, endless in number."
Jessica and Gwen exchanged a surprised look, shocked by Lin Feng's knowledge of all this.
"How... how do you know all this?" Gwen asked.
Lin Feng didn't answer directly, but instead pointed to the increasing number of Chitauri and Leviathan beasts in the sky:
"Now is not the time for explanations. We must stop these invaders."
"We?"
Jessica raised an eyebrow, smiling wryly with a hint of helplessness:
"Even with you, there are only three of us, and they have tens of thousands."
Lin Feng smiled mysteriously:
"Who said I'm alone?"
As he spoke, he raised his right hand, palm facing upwards, and closed his eyes, as if summoning something.
In an instant, the temperature of the entire street seemed to drop by several degrees, and shadows began to writhe, becoming strange and unnatural.
From every corner, every shadow, countless black figures began to emerge.
They varied in form; some resembled ninjas, some were like ghosts, and others were demonic entities.
These dark figures quickly gathered around Lin Feng, forming a massive army.
"Oh my goodness..."
Gwen whispered in awe.
In the center of all the dark figures, one figure, taller and darker than all the others, slowly rose.
It exuded a kingly aura, and the surrounding darkness seemed to gather around it, submitting to its presence.
"This is Tara, the King of Shadows!"
Lin Feng calmly introduced:
"And these are the Shadow Legion I summoned! My personal servants!"
"We pay our respects to our Master!"
Tara and all the Shadow Ninjas bowed in unison, as if worshipping a dark lord.
This scene left Jessica and Gwen completely stunned.
Looking at the dense Shadow Legion surrounding them, the two women exchanged glances, unsure what to say.
Although they knew Lin Feng was powerful,
they never expected him to be so incredibly powerful, like a master of darkness!
Could it be that Lin Feng was truly a god?
"Now."
Lin Feng turned to the Chitauri army, a cold light flashing in his eyes.
"Let's give these alien invaders an unforgettable lesson. Shadow Legion, obey my command, kill without mercy!"
The climax, the famous scene, was about to begin!
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Meanwhile, the Leader and Dr. Green broke through the encirclement and arrived at the top floor of Stark Industries Tower.
They burst into the top-floor laboratory, panting.
The sight before them stunned both of them—
Professor Erik and several scientists were busy around a complex device.
Blue energy surged from the Space Stone at the center of the device, forming a beam of light that shot straight into the sky.
"That's it!"
The Leader pointed at the device, his eyes gleaming with understanding.
"This is the device maintaining the portal!"
Dr. Green quickly scanned the entire setup, his professional gaze catching key details:
"Look at the energy flow. The Space Stone is the core energy source; these devices merely guide and stabilize the energy field."
The two exchanged glances, understanding each other's thoughts without needing words.
The Leader acted swiftly, subduing the scientists in the lab in a few blinks, while Dr. Green headed straight for the control panel.
"Don't touch that!"
Professor Erik struggled to shout, but it was too late.
Dr. Green had already begun dismantling the control device, attempting to cut off the energy flow.
"This should shut down the portal."
Dr. Green said confidently, his hands working without pause.
As the last wire was cut, all the lights on the control panel went out.
But to their shock, the energy field around the Space Stone showed no signs of diminishing, and the portal remained wide open.
"What's going on?"
The Leader asked, frowning.
Dr. Green's expression was grim:
"It seems the Cube has established a self-sustaining energy loop and no longer relies on external equipment for control."
The Leader unhesitatingly rushed towards the Space Stone, attempting to directly remove this energy core.
However, as his hand approached the Cube, an invisible force repelled him, sending him crashing heavily against the wall.
"Damn it!"
The Leader cursed as he got back up.
"There's some kind of energy barrier protecting it."
Dr. Green also tried various methods—electromagnetic interference, physical impact.
He even attempted to create a reverse energy field using the lab equipment, but all to no avail.
The space around the Space Stone seemed completely isolated; no external force could affect it.
"Our capabilities are insufficient to counter this cosmic-level energy source."
Dr. Green finally admitted, sweat beading on his forehead.
"We need a stronger force."
...At the command center of the Triskelion.
Nick Fury stood before the massive display screen, his face as grim as iron.
The screen (Nono's) showed the real-time battle situation over New York—the fierce fight between the Shadow Legion and the Chitauri, and the still-open portal.
"Sir, the report from the Leader and Dr. Green just came in."
Maria Hill quickly walked up to Fury.
"They can't close the portal; the Space Stone has formed a self-sustaining energy loop."
A hint of despair flashed in Fury's single eye:
"That means the Chitauri can pour into Earth indefinitely."
"The World Security Council just held an emergency meeting."
Hill's voice became even lower.
"They've made a decision."
Fury spun around sharply, his face grim:
"What decision?"
"A nuclear strike, sir. They believe the portal must be closed at all costs, even if it means sacrificing New York."
Fury's face instantly turned ashen:
"Are they insane? New York has eight million residents!"
...94: Last three seconds! The Avengers are driven mad!
"The nuclear missile is loaded and will launch in three minutes. The Council has bypassed your authority and issued the order directly."
Fury gritted his teeth and quickly pressed his communicator:
"Everyone listen, the World Security Council has authorized a nuclear strike on New York City! Repeat, a nuclear missile is about to launch! We only have three minutes!"
..
Stark Tower rooftop.
Tony Stark piloted his Iron Man suit to land on the platform.
His suit was already battered and scarred, but the determination in his eyes remained undiminished.
Seeing the Leader and Dr. Green standing there, he immediately raised his repulsor palms and questioned in a low voice:
"Who are you? Why are you in my tower?"
The Leader raised his hands, signaling he had no hostile intent:
"SHIELD agents. We're trying to close the portal."
Tony did not lower his guard:
"Prove it to me."
Just then, the voice of Tony's AI assistant J.A.R.V.I.S. came from the suit:
"Sir, I detect Ms. Potts' life signs in the lab, but with abnormal fluctuations."
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Tony's expression instantly changed:
"Pepper? What happened to her?"
Before the two could answer, Tony had already rushed into the building, heading straight for the lab. The Leader and Dr. Green followed close behind.
Inside the lab, Pepper Potts lay on a makeshift bed, appearing only unconscious.
Tony quickly retracted his faceplate and knelt beside her.
"Pep—Pepper? Pepper, wake up!"
Pepper slowly opened her eyes, but they were no longer the warm brown Tony knew, instead glowing with an eerie blue light.
"Tony..."
She called out softly, her voice chillingly cold.
Just as Tony was about to speak, Pepper suddenly lunged, grabbing him by the throat.
Even without the armor's protection, her strength was astonishing; Tony could barely breathe.
"Pepper! It's me!"
Tony struggled to say, not daring to use the armor's power to retaliate, afraid of hurting her.
The Leader quickly stepped forward and struck Pepper's neck nerve with a chop, rendering her unconscious again.
Tony staggered back, looking at Pepper in disbelief.
"What's going on?"
His voice trembled with shock.
The Leader explained gravely:
"Mind control. Loki's scepter can control people's will; she's completely under Loki's control now."
Fury ignited in Tony's eyes:
"That bastard! I'll kill him!"
"Only the one who tied the bell can untie it."
Dr. Green said calmly.
"Only Loki can break this control. But right now, we have (agdg) a more urgent problem—the portal cannot be closed, and..."
His words were interrupted by Fury's urgent voice from the communicator:
"Attention everyone! The World Security Council has authorized a nuclear strike! A nuclear missile will arrive over New York in three minutes! Repeat, a nuclear missile is about to arrive!"
The lab fell silent.
"Are they crazy?"
Dr. Green was the first to break the silence, his voice filled with anger.
"Use a nuclear missile? Do they want to bury all of New York with it?"
Tony's expression quickly shifted from shock to determination:
"We must find Loki and force him to close the portal."
"Dr. Green beat him up pretty badly just now."
The Leader said.
"He should still be on the top floor."
Tony looked at the unconscious Pepper, his eyes full of pain:
"Jarvis, activate the lab's highest security protocol, protect Pepper."
"Yes, sir."
The AI assistant responded, and the protective barrier around the lab immediately activated.
Tony took one last look at Pepper, then put his faceplate back on:
"Let's go, we'll find that bastard who calls himself a god. I'll catch him with my own hands and make him pay for everything he's done!"
The group quickly made their way outside. Tony Stark's armor streaked a crimson path across the New York sky.
His gaze was fixed on the top floor of Stark Tower.
Rage burned in his chest, each breath like inhaling hot magma.
Images of Pepper controlled by Loki flashed in his mind: those eyes replaced by an eerie blue light, that cold, unfamiliar voice.
"Jarvis, scan the entire building, find Loki."
Tony commanded, his voice full of killing intent.
"Scanning, sir."
Jarvis responded, quickly activating the entire building's security system.
But not long after, he spoke in a cold voice.
"I apologize, sir, I cannot locate Loki's life signs. According to the last record, he should still be on the top floor, but he seems to have disappeared now."
"Damn it!"
Tony cursed, accelerating towards the top floor of the building.
The Leader and Dr. Green were already waiting there, their expressions equally grave.
"Did you find him?"
Tony asked immediately after landing.
The Leader shook his head:
"We searched the entire top floor, no sign of Loki. It's as if he vanished into thin air."
"Impossible!"
Tony roared, gritting his teeth:
"He must be somewhere. Jarvis, expand the search area to cover the entire New York City!"
"I'm afraid we don't have that much time, Mr. Stark."
Dr. Green said calmly, pointing to the communicator.
"You heard Fury's warning just now, the nuclear missile has been launched."
Just then, Fury's voice came through the communicator again:
"Attention everyone, the nuclear missile has been launched, expected to arrive over New York in two minutes! Repeat, two minutes left!"
The faces of the three instantly turned pale.
Two minutes. This meant they had almost no time left.
If they couldn't find Loki, they couldn't close the portal; if they couldn't close the portal, the nuclear missile would destroy the entire city of New York.
"We must find a way to stop the nuclear missile."
The Leader said, his voice tinged with despair.
Tony was silent for a moment, then looked up, his eyes flashing with determination:
"No, we can't stop it, but we can change its target."
"What do you mean?"
Dr. Green asked, frowning.
"I can intercept the nuclear missile and guide it into the portal."
Tony said, his voice surprisingly calm.
"Let it explode on the Chitauri homeworld, not in New York."
The Leader and Dr. Green looked at him in shock:
"What about you? You'll be caught in the explosion!"
Tony gave a bitter smile:
"Someone always has to make a sacrifice."
Pepper's face appeared in his mind.
Not the controlled stranger, but the Pepper who always smiled at him, who always tolerated all his flaws.
He remembered her warm brown eyes, her laughter.
He remembered her expression when she said, "I love you."
"For Pepper, for this city, it's worth it."
Tony said softly.
Fury's voice rang out again:
"One minute left! Repeat, the nuclear missile will arrive in one minute!"
...95: A mortal body, comparable to a god!
With a bang!
Tony no longer hesitated, activated his armor, and shot into the sky.
His goal was clear—intercept the nuclear missile, guide it into the portal, and end all this, even if the cost was his own life.
The Leader and Dr. Green stood rooted to the spot, silently watching Tony's receding figure, their hearts filled with respect and sorrow.
"Fury, tell me the exact location of the nuclear missile."
Tony said over the comms.
"Southeast direction, altitude thirty thousand feet, approaching at supersonic speed."
Fury replied, his voice tinged with helplessness.
"Stark~, what are you planning to do?"
"Save the world, and—prove you wrong."
Tony replied, accelerating towards the designated direction.
Soon, he saw the missile—a silver flash, carrying enough power to destroy all of New York, approaching at an astonishing speed.
"Jarvis, full power."
Tony commanded.
"Yes, sir. All energy diverted to thrusters."
Tony's armor erupted with unprecedented speed, streaking a dazzling light across the sky.
He approached the missile, carefully grabbed it, then adjusted its direction, flying towards the portal.
"Thirty seconds left!"
Fury's voice came through the comms, filled with tension.
Tony didn't respond, concentrating fully on controlling the missile's direction.
He could feel the nuclear missile vibrating in his hand, capable of exploding at any moment.
But he couldn't let go, couldn't hesitate for a second.
Just at this critical moment, the sky over New York suddenly became abnormal.
A patch of inky darkness spread out, covering a dozen blocks.
From this darkness, countless shadows poured out, forming a vast army.
"What the hell is that?"
Tony exclaimed, almost losing control of the missile.
Not just Tony, everyone on the ground was shocked by this sudden sight.
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The dark figures varied in form, some like ninjas, others like ghosts, densely packed and astonishing in number, making one's scalp tingle.
"Damn it!"
Tony Stark's face was grim as he cursed, "Do the Chitauri have other tricks up their sleeves?"
Dr. Green's expression was solemn: "If that's the case, our situation is even more dangerous. Even if we deal with the nuclear bomb threat, facing such a massive enemy army, we have almost no chance of winning."
Nick Fury watched the surveillance footage in the command center, his face ashen: "All agents, attention! Unknown enemy forces have appeared in New York City! Prepare for battle!"
Just as everyone was falling into a panic, S.H.I.E.L.D.'s encrypted communication channel was suddenly hacked.
A calm voice echoed in everyone's ears: "Everyone, don't panic! This is my Shadowkhan army! They will help you repel the aliens!"
The voice was both familiar and strange, carrying a transcendent aura, as if from another world.
But everyone recognized the owner of the voice:
"Lin Feng?!"
Tony, the Big Boss, and Dr. Green all exclaimed almost simultaneously.
It was indeed Lin Feng.
He stood atop a tall building, overlooking the entire battlefield.
Under his command, the Shadowkhan army surged towards the Chitauri like a tide, engaging in a colossal battle.
"Stark, continue your mission."
Lin Feng's voice sounded again.
"Send the nuclear bomb into the portal, and I will ensure your safe return."
Tony paused for a moment, then quickly recovered: "I don't know how you're doing all this, but thank you, Lin."
He refocused on the nuclear bomb in his hand and flew towards the portal.
...
Almost at the same moment Lin Feng's voice rang out,
On the streets below, thousands of Shadowkhan warriors moved in unison, surging towards the Chitauri like a tide.
The two armies engaged in a earth-shattering battle in the skies and streets of New York.
The Shadowkhan warriors were everywhere; they could phase through walls, ambush from shadows, and drag Chitauri warriors into the darkness.
Tarak led his elite troops directly against the Leviathan beasts.
The King of Shadows displayed astonishing power.
Its tentacles could pierce through the beasts' armor, and its darkness could devour everything.
Under Tarak's assault, one Leviathan beast after another plummeted from the sky.
Lin Feng stood atop a building, overlooking the battle with a satisfied smile.
Jessica and Gwen stood on either side of him, witnessing it all, still unable to believe their eyes.
"Is this your true power?"
Jessica asked, her voice filled with awe.
Lin Feng smiled slightly: "Just one of them. Now, it's time for us to act. I will close the portal, and you two are responsible for protecting civilians during evacuation."
0 --- Please give fresh flowers --- "Wait!"
Gwen grabbed his arm.
"How are you going to close the portal? That thing is in space!"
Lin Feng looked at her, his eyes filled with confidence: "Trust me, I have a way."
With that, he suddenly shot into the air, flying towards the portal, followed by a large contingent of Shadowkhan warriors.
Jessica and Gwen exchanged glances, then nodded, jumped off the building, and went to carry out their respective missions.
Meanwhile, the Shadowkhan army had already engaged the Chitauri.
Those Shadowkhan warriors displayed astonishing combat power.
They could phase through walls, ambush from shadows, and drag Chitauri warriors into the darkness...
The most striking was a being taller and darker than all the other shadows—Tarak, the King of Shadows.
It led the elite troops directly against the Leviathan beasts, displaying astonishing power.
Its tentacles could pierce through the beasts' armor, and its darkness could devour everything.
Under Tarak's attack, one Leviathan beast after another plummeted from the sky, but his target was directly Tony Stark.
At this moment, Tony was already approaching the portal.
The nuclear bomb was in his hand, mere seconds from detonation.
He took a deep breath, closed his eyes, and Pepper's face appeared in his mind.
"I love you, Pepper."
He whispered, then plunged into the portal.
Tarak, the King of Shadows, followed closely behind.
The communication channel was dead silent!
Everyone held their breath, watching the red figure disappear into the portal.
Then, on the other side of the portal, a dazzling light erupted—the nuclear bomb exploding on the Chitauri homeworld.
The portal began to collapse, and the energy fluctuations became unstable.
But Tony Stark did not reappear.
"He did it."
The Big Boss whispered, his voice filled with reverence and sorrow.
Just as everyone thought Tony had sacrificed himself, a dark figure suddenly rushed into the portal.
It was Tarak, the King of Shadows.
At the very last moment before the portal closed, it dragged out a red figure—Tony Stark!
"He's alive!"
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Dr. Green exclaimed.
Tony's armor was severely damaged, but he was indeed alive.
Tarak carefully brought him back to the ground, respectfully saluted Lin Feng, and then vanished into the shadows.
Lin Feng walked over to Tony and helped him up: "Well done, Iron Man."
Tony removed his damaged faceplate, revealing a tired but grateful smile: "You too, Lin! No matter who you are, you will always be my brother, benefactor, and second parent, Tony Stark! Thank you for saving me again."
"Haha, then why don't you call me godfather first?"
Lin Feng smiled slightly, teasing him.
Tony Stark was speechless.
Lin Feng didn't mind, looking up at the sky and seeing that the portal had completely closed.
The Chitauri invasion was completely stopped.
However, there were still many Chitauri in various parts of New York who had not been dealt with and were still threatening the safety of ordinary people.
"Shadowkhan army, eliminate all remaining enemies!"
Lin Feng's tone was calm, and the surrounding Shadowkhan army moved out in unison.
With his command, more Shadowkhan joined the battlefield, and the tide of battle quickly turned.
The isolated and unsupported Chitauri no longer held the advantage; they began to retreat steadily.
Seeing this, the soldiers of S.H.I.E.L.D. and the army were greatly encouraged and fought even more bravely.
Before long, all the Chitauri were annihilated!
"You did it!"
Tony Stark said, full of shock and emotion: "You closed the portal! And you eliminated all invading enemies, Lin, you are the hero!!"
Lin Feng's expression was solemn as he calmly said: "No! This is not the end, but the beginning of alien invasions! The battle for Earth is far from over!!"
"What?!!"
Tony Stark exclaimed, disbelieving.
"This is just the beginning!"
Lin Feng whispered, his eyes flashing with a mysterious light.
"A greater crisis awaits us."
Tony suppressed the fear in his heart and asked tremblingly: "You know something, don't you? About all this, about those aliens, about the coming crisis."
Lin Feng didn't answer directly, but pointed to the distant sky: "The universe is vast, Tony, and what we've seen is just the tip of the iceberg. The Chitauri were just the vanguard; the real threat has yet to arrive."
Tony was silent for a moment, then nodded: "Whatever comes, we will be ready! At least we still have a great hero like you, right?"
Lin Feng smiled slightly, saying calmly: "Yes, I will!"
[Ding, Host has clocked in a famous scene: A mortal body, comparable to a god!]
[Ding, congratulations to Host for receiving a reward...]
...
At the same time, Loki was hidden in the shadows.
Watching the Chitauri being annihilated and the portal close, he was furious and distraught: "Damn humans!"
The once high-spirited God of Mischief, now had an ashen face, his clenched fists almost digging into his palms.
His perfectly laid plan had crumbled in just a few hours.
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The Chitauri army was defeated, the portal closed, and his dream of proudly ruling Earth shattered.
"Impossible! This is absolutely impossible!"
Loki gritted his teeth, his eyes flashing with unwillingness and fury... Chapter 97: Loki was stunned!
"How can these lowly ants stop the will of a god?"
However, what frightened him more than failure were the consequences he was about to face.
Thanos, the mad Titan from the cosmos who struck fear into all, had made a deal with him:
The Tesseract in exchange for dominion over Earth.
Now the deal was broken, the portal for the Tesseract was also closed, and Loki returned empty-handed. Thanos would not let him off lightly.
"Damn it! Damn it!"
Loki cursed under his breath, cold sweat beading on his forehead.
"Without the Tesseract, I can't even escape this cursed planet. If those Avengers find me..."
Loki dared not think further. He had to hide immediately.
At least until the storm passed, then he could look for new opportunities.
He quietly emerged from the ruins, preparing to cast an invisibility spell to leave the battlefield.
However, at this moment, a chill suddenly swept over him.
"Who's there?!"
Loki looked up alertly, only to see the surrounding shadows seemingly come alive.
Overwhelming dark figures silently emerged from all directions, encircling him tightly.
These dark figures were dressed in ninja attire.
Their faces were hidden behind masks, with only their cold eyes revealing deadly killing intent.
Ghost Ninja!
Loki instinctively gripped his scepter, ready for battle.
Although he was in a sorry state, he was still an Asgardian god; how could he fear these earthly warriors?
However, when he saw the person slowly walking out from among the dark figures,
Loki's expression immediately froze.
Lin Feng descended like a god, a faint black aura swirling around him, his calm eyes holding an unchallenged authority.
His steps were unhurried, yet they made Loki feel an invisible pressure.
"It's you?!"
Loki's eyes widened in disbelief, his voice filled with terror and confusion.
"Impossible! How are you here?"
Lin Feng smiled faintly, his smile calm yet infinitely profound:
"Surprised, God of Mischief? I've been here all along."
Loki subconsciously took a step back, the scepter trembling slightly in his hand:
"Who exactly are you? Why... why did you interfere with my plan?"
"Who I am doesn't matter,"
Lin Feng said softly.
"What matters is, your game is over."
"Game?"
Loki sneered, trying to hide his unease.
"Do you think this is just a game? Foolish human, you have no idea what powers exist in the universe! Thanos will make all of you pay for your resistance today!"
"Thanos."
Lin Feng softly repeated the name, a deep, unfathomable light flashing in his eyes.
"He will come, I know. But that's for later. For now, we need to solve your problem."
Loki looked around; the Ghost Ninjas had already tightened their encirclement.
His chances of escape were becoming increasingly slim.
The God of Mischief's mind raced, strategizing a way out.
"Don't bother."
Lin Feng seemed to read his thoughts.
"You have nowhere to run today."
Loki gritted his teeth, suddenly raising his scepter, and a blue light flashed:
"Then let's fight!"
However, to his shock,
Lin Feng didn't even dodge. He merely raised his hand lightly, and the energy beam dissipated without a trace a few inches from his chest... Chapter 98: Collecting the Infinity Stones?!
"This... impossible!" Loki exclaimed.
"Nothing is impossible in front of me," Lin Feng said calmly, then waved his hand at the Ghost Ninjas.
"Take him to the rest of the Avengers."
The Ghost Ninjas moved silently.
Loki tried to resist, but found his strength suppressed by some invisible force field, unable to be exerted.
Soon, he was subdued by the Ghost Ninjas, unable to move.
"Lin Feng!"
Loki shouted, gritting his teeth.
"Do you think this is over? You don't know what kind of enemy you're facing! Thanos won't spare Earth, he'll descend with his army, and then—"
"And then, I'll be here."
Lin Feng calmly interrupted him.
"Just as I am here today."
Loki looked into Lin Feng's eyes, and that profound gaze seemed to contain a premonition of the future, sending shivers down his spine.
"Take him away," Lin Feng ordered, turning to leave.
"Wait!" Loki suddenly called out.
"Who exactly are you? Why are you able to..."
Lin Feng stopped, not turning back, and simply spoke calmly.
"I am just an Earthling."
"Impossible!" Loki roared.
"No Earthling can possess such power! Which planet are you from? Asgard? Or an even more distant existence?"
Lin Feng finally turned around, a meaningful smile on his face.
"A mortal body, on par with gods. Remember this, Loki, for you will witness its truth."
"Ding, Host has checked in to a famous scene: God's confusion, mortal's arrogance!"
"Ding, congratulations to the Host for receiving the reward: Divine Substance x1"
"Divine Substance: Contains the primordial power of the universe, can be used to enhance equipment or oneself."
Lin Feng heard the system prompt in his mind and smiled faintly, but showed no outward emotion.
He watched Loki being led away by the Ghost Ninjas, his thoughts already drifting to the distant future.
Thanos, the Infinity Stones, a greater crisis... all of this was just the prelude.
Meanwhile, Tony Stark had already received the news.
They gathered in the ruins, looking at Loki being escorted by the Ghost Ninjas, filled with surprise.
"Look who got caught, huh?"
Tony mocked Loki, then turned to Lin Feng.
"You always bring surprises, don't you?"
Nick Fury stepped forward, scrutinizing Lin Feng seriously, and said gratefully:
"Thank you for your help, sir. But if I may be so bold, who are these... subordinates of yours?"
"You don't need to know that."
Lin Feng replied simply, his expression calm.
He handed Loki over to them and left directly, as if he had never appeared.
Coulson whispered:
"This guy is even more mysterious than Loki."
Nick Fury watched Lin Feng in silence, his eyes full of doubt.
"Alright."
After a moment, he broke the silence, saying in a deep voice:
"Although Loki has been captured, our mission is far from complete. Next, the aftermath of the Battle of New York still needs to be resolved, and they are more important than you imagine."
On the other side, Lin Feng was in the world of shadows, taking out the Mind Scepter and the Tesseract, secretly pleased:
This plan not only allowed him to check in to a famous scene and receive system rewards,
but also gained these two divine artifacts, both of which are carriers of Infinity Stones.
The Tesseract contains the blue Space Stone, while the Mind Scepter gleams with the yellow Mind Stone.
These two gems hold important positions among the six Infinity Stones, possessing the power to alter reality.
"Mere Thanos, dares to contend with me."
Lin Feng chuckled softly, his finger gently stroking the part of the Mind Scepter that glowed with a faint blue light.
"This is just the beginning."
He stored the two divine artifacts in the system space, ensuring they would not be perceived by anyone.
Lin Feng was very satisfied. He imagined that at this moment, Thanos, having lost both his wife and his army, was probably furious to death.
Having lost two Infinity Stones, Thanos's plan would undoubtedly suffer a severe blow.
"Ding, Host has successfully obtained the Mind Stone and the Space Stone, triggering a special quest: Infinite Collection!"
"Quest content: Collect all six Infinity Stones."
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[Task Reward: Unknown, will gradually unlock as more are collected!]
Lin Feng smiled faintly. This was exactly what he had been looking forward to.
Gathering all six Infinity Stones would be enough to change the cosmic order.
And he was just getting started.
Leaving the Shadow Dimension, Lin Feng returned home and saw Jessica and Gwen again.
The two women had also been fighting against the Chitauri army earlier. After the battle, they quietly left, avoiding the attention of the Avengers and others.
Jessica Jones possessed super strength and partial flight abilities. She usually appeared cold and rough, but was soft-hearted.
Gwen Stacy, on the other hand, was an exceptionally brilliant scientific genius who also possessed spider abilities.
Both were Lin Feng's confidantes.
"How was it?"
Jessica put down her whiskey, her eyes filled with concern.
She wore a worn leather jacket, her black hair slightly disheveled, but it didn't diminish her heroic spirit in the slightest.
Gwen wore a white lab coat, her short golden hair neatly tucked behind her ears, and she held a data analysis report in her hand.
"Those aliens are all gone, it's incredible."
Jessica and Gwen asked about the situation. Lin Feng said that the enemies had been dealt with and the mastermind had been taken away by S.H.I.E.L.D.
He briefly described Loki's surrender.
Of course, he didn't mention a single word about the Infinity Stones.
"Is S.H.I.E.L.D. reliable?"
Jessica asked with a frown. She was skeptical of any official organization.
Lin Feng shrugged and said:
"Enough to handle the current situation. At least they have official support, so they must have some capabilities."
"I'm more curious about those Shadow Ninjas."
Gwen rested her chin in her hand, curious:
"When did you train them? I've never seen them before."
Lin Feng smiled faintly and casually made up an excuse:
"The result of a small experiment, a very simple technique that combines nanobots with shadow energy to create puppet warriors."
In reality, these Shadow Ninjas were summoned by Lin Feng, formed from condensed shadows.
They existed between physical and energy forms, completely under his control.
They were suitable for various covert missions.
Jessica and Gwen breathed a sigh of relief, their faces filled with admiration:
Lin Feng was the key to turning the tide.
During the Battle of New York, if Lin Feng hadn't commanded the Shadow Ninjas to tie down the main force of the Chitauri army,
S.H.I.E.L.D. probably wouldn't have been able to cope with such a large-scale invasion.
"Both of your performances were excellent too."
Lin Feng smiled:
"Jessica, the scene where you punched that Chitauri war vehicle flying, I still remember it vividly."
"I didn't expect my girlfriend to be a super strong girl!"
"But why didn't I notice it before?"
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Jessica rarely showed a smile.
"It was just a casual move."
"Gwen, your web traps ensnared at least twenty Chitauri warriors, buying valuable time for civilian evacuation."
Lin Feng continued to praise.
Gwen blushed slightly, feeling a little guilty:
"It's all thanks to your excellent guidance. If you hadn't provided the reinforced web formula, I wouldn't have been able to do it."
Lin Feng smiled and chatted with the two women, sharing details and feelings from the battle.
In this ordinary apartment, the three seemed like ordinary people, not the superheroes who had just participated in saving the world.
"What's the plan next?"
Gwen asked, always liking to prepare in advance.
A profound glint flashed in Lin Feng's eyes.
"Thanos will return. This is just the beginning; the real crisis has not yet arrived."
"Thanos?"
Jessica frowned: "Who is that?"
"A mad Titan who believes he can save the resource crisis by eliminating half of all life in the universe."
Lin Feng's expression turned serious, and he didn't hide anything.
Jessica and Gwen were his own people.
"He is collecting the Infinity Stones. Once he gathers them all, he only needs to snap his fingers to achieve his wish. 990"
Gwen gasped, her face changing in horror:
"That's insane! Should we tell S.H.I.E.L.D. or the Avengers?"
Lin Feng shook his head, calmly saying:
"Telling them now would only cause unnecessary panic. Besides, they don't have the ability to fight Thanos yet."
"What about us?"
Jessica looked directly into Lin Feng's eyes, worried:
"Do we have the ability to fight this so-called Titan?"
Lin Feng's lips curved into a confident smile.
"We will. Next, we just need to do what we need to do, always ready to face bigger challenges."
He took out two small devices from his pocket and handed them to Jessica and Gwen.
"These are new communicators that can block all monitoring and tracking. We need to act discreetly."
The two women took the devices, their expressions becoming solemn and resolute.
They knew what kind of risks following Lin Feng entailed, but it also meant standing on the front lines of protecting Earth.
"I need to go into seclusion for a period of cultivation."
Lin Feng thought of the Infinity Stones he had just acquired and said in a deep voice:
"Both of you be careful, don't forget to cultivate, and contact me immediately if you have any trouble."
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On the other side, deep in the boundless starry sky.
Thanos sat on his massive mothership, watching the received footage:
The Chitauri mothership being destroyed by a nuclear bomb explosion, all Chitauri annihilated. Followed by the scene of Loki being subdued by a group of shadow warriors.
Thanos's purple face showed no emotional fluctuations, only a dangerous glint in his eyes.
His massive body sat silently on the throne, like an unshakeable mountain.
The Black Order stood beside Thanos, filled with righteous indignation.
"Loki is truly useless, he can't even deal with a bunch of ants."
Corvus Glaive gripped his large double-bladed weapon.
"Master, let me personally go to Earth, retrieve the stones, and crush those ants."
"No rush."
Thanos's voice was deep, yet full of majesty.
"Earth is more interesting than I imagined."
Ebony Maw, Thanos's trusted aide, stepped forward and respectfully asked:
"Master, what should we do next?"
Thanos sat calmly on his throne, answering indirectly:
"Have you found the Orb yet?"
Ebony Maw was slightly taken aback, then quickly responded:
"Not yet, but Ronan the Accuser has been searching for the Orb, perhaps he has made some discoveries. The Kree Empire traitor seems to have some clues."
Corvus Glaive interrupted impatiently.
"Master, why not deal with Earth first? They stole two Infinity Stones!"
Thanos slowly stood up, his huge figure casting a shadow, and the entire command center instantly fell silent.
He walked to the star map, looking at the countless twinkling galaxies.
"Earth is just a beginning."
Thanos said calmly.
"The Infinity Stones are scattered throughout the universe, we need to collect them patiently."
He turned to the Black Order.
"We will get the Mind Stone and Space Stone back. But for now, it's more important to find the Power Stone."
Thanos commanded calmly.
"Leave Earth aside for now, change course, and head to Xandar."
The Black Order responded in unison and immediately began adjusting the navigation.
Thanos sat back on his throne, lost in thought.
That Earthling who controlled the shadow warriors was clearly not an ordinary existence.
Having traveled the universe for a thousand years, Thanos had seen countless civilizations and races, but the aura on that person made him feel a hint of something unusual.
"Interesting, very interesting."
Thanos muttered to himself.
The starship slowly changed course, heading towards the distant Xandar system.
Thanos's eyes glinted with an unusual light, thinking: Earth, I will return!
...And at this moment, Lin Feng stood atop a skyscraper in New York.
He overlooked the city that had just suffered an alien invasion.
In the night, buildings had already been reduced to ruins, and human life had been disrupted.
And this was just the beginning!
Buzz buzz buzz!
Lin Feng's heart stirred. In his hand, two Infinity Stones subtly emitted power fluctuations.
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Lin Feng knew this was just the beginning of a larger game.
The struggle for the Infinity Stones, the threat of Thanos, the growth of the Avengers—everything was unfolding along an unspoken trajectory.
And he, Lin Feng, would change it all as a mortal.
"Thanos."
He whispered, his voice fading into the night wind.
"We will meet soon."
Lin Feng's figure silently vanished, entering the world of shadows to begin his cultivation.
Deep within the shadows.
This was a special space, somewhere between reality and void.
Here, he could study and utilize the power of the Infinity Stones undisturbed.
Two divine artifacts floated before him—the Scepter and the Tesseract, shimmering with yellow and blue light respectively.
"The Infinity Stones, the six most powerful sources of energy in the universe."
Lin Feng gazed at them, his eyes gleaming with wisdom.
"I must find a way to safely harness their power! And the Demonbloodline is my greatest talent!"
Infinite Devour, Infinite Evolution!
This ability was a special talent of his Demonbloodline, allowing him to safely absorb and transform powerful energy sources.
But even with the Demonbloodline, directly absorbing the energy of the Infinity Stones was extremely dangerous.
Infinite Devour could gradually and safely absorb a portion of the Infinity Stones' energy, converting it into his own strength.
Each absorption would enhance the host's corresponding abilities and strengthen the bloodline.
However, excessive absorption could lead to energy loss of control.
Lin Feng pondered for a moment, then decided to try.
He extended his right hand, palm facing the Scepter.
"Activate Infinite Devour, target: Mind Stone."
...100: All-Father Odin descends!
Yellow energy lines, like tiny lightning bolts, snaked out from the stone, coiling around Lin Feng's arm.
Intense pain, like an electric current, shot through his entire body, but Lin Feng gritted his teeth and endured.
The Mind Stone's energy was extremely unique; it wasn't just pure power, but also contained endless consciousness and thought.
He felt his mental space rapidly expand, his previously vague perception becoming incredibly clear.
He could sense the mental fluctuations of everyone around him, and even vaguely capture distant streams of consciousness.
"This is the power of the Mind Stone..."
Lin Feng marveled at this unprecedented experience.
Hours later, when the absorption came to an end, Lin Feng was drenched in sweat.
His consciousness had significantly strengthened, and his telepathic abilities had greatly improved.
Most importantly, his control over the Mind Stone had become more refined.
[Congratulations to the host for completing the first stage of absorption, Mind Power +300, Mental Strength +500, gained passive skill: Mind Barrier]
Lin Feng did not stop, but turned to the Tesseract.
Activating "Infinite Devour" again, this time, blue energy flowed into his body.
Unlike the Mind Stone, the Space Stone's energy was more violent and direct, like countless tiny blades cutting at his cells.
"Ah!"
Lin Feng couldn't help but cry out in pain, but he knew this was a necessary process.
The Space Stone's energy was transforming his body, making every cell carry the mysteries of space.
His physique was being tempered, becoming tougher and stronger.
When the flow of blue energy finally stopped, Lin Feng felt his body light and powerful.
It seemed to have a strange resonance with the surrounding space.
[Congratulations to the host for completing the second stage of absorption, Physique Strength +800, Space Affinity +600, gained active skill: Spatial Leap]
Lin Feng took a deep breath, feeling the new power within him.
But he knew it wasn't enough.
He took out the third treasure from his system space—the Aether containment unit.
He had obtained this in another mission; it contained the red Aether, which was the vessel for the Reality Stone.
"Last step, the Aether."
Lin Feng murmured.
When "Infinite Devour" acted on the Aether, red energy coiled around him like a living thing.
Unlike the previous two stones, the Reality Stone's power was more mysterious and varied.
It constantly changed form, sometimes as hot as flames, sometimes as biting cold as ice.
Lin Feng felt his bloodline undergoing a transformation.
The power of the Demonbloodline and the energy of the Reality Stone intertwined, creating a miraculous chemical reaction.
His blood turned deep red, and lava-like energy flowed through his veins.
The Reality Stone's power began to nourish his divine power.
Making the already powerful Demonbloodline even purer and stronger.
When the energies of the three stones merged within his body, Lin Feng finally completed this metamorphosis.
He opened his eyes, his pupils shimmering with three colors of light—
Yellow, blue, and red, embodying the powers of the three Infinity Stones.
[Congratulations to the host for completing the three-phase absorption, bloodline evolved to Demonic God level, overall strength increased by 300%, gained ultimate passive: Reality Warping!]
Lin Feng stood up, feeling the surging power within him.
With a gentle wave of his hand, the surrounding shadow space twisted and deformed, changing entirely according to his will.
"Is this the power of the Infinity Stones?"
Lin Feng muttered to himself.
"No wonder Thanos is so obsessed with them."
Just then, he sensed a powerful energy fluctuation descending from the sky.
It was the power of the Bifrost, indicating that an important figure from Asgard had arrived on Earth.
"Interesting."
Lin Feng smiled faintly, ended his seclusion, and prepared to see what was happening.
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At the same time, in the special conference room at SHIELD headquarters, the atmosphere was tense.
Nick Fury stood in front of the large floor-to-ceiling window, his back to the conference table.
His single eye gazed out at the night.
Around the conference table sat Agent Coulson, Maria Hill, and several superheroes who had just participated in the Battle of New York—Tony Stark, Bruce Banner, and others.
"So, regarding Loki, what should we do with him?"
Fury turned around, getting straight to the point.
Tony Stark tapped the table, a look of impatience on his face.
"Send him to a military tribunal and try him for war crimes. How many civilian deaths did he cause? How many buildings were destroyed?"
Dr. Banner took off his glasses and rubbed his eyes.
"The problem is Loki isn't from Earth. Do our laws apply to him?"
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Coulson interjected:
"He is the Prince of Asgard. Rashly dealing with him could trigger a diplomatic crisis."
"Diplomatic crisis?"
Tony scoffed.
"We just stopped an alien invasion. Now we're worried about a diplomatic crisis?"
Agent Hill remained professionally calm.
"Regardless, Loki must be held accountable for his actions. But we also need to consider the broader implications."
Fury sighed, shaking his head:
"Don't forget, Loki was captured by Mr. Lin Feng. According to international custom, we should at least consult him."
Dr. Banner's expression was subtle, and he asked curiously:
"Lin Feng? That mysterious Mr. Shadow? Speaking of which, what exactly is his background? He can command those eerie shadow warriors, and easily subdue a god?"
"That's what I want to know."
Fury's expression was serious.
"We know too little about him."
Just as the discussion grew more intense, the lights in the conference room suddenly flickered, and lightning flashed outside the window.
Everyone stood up, looking vigilantly out the window.
A massive rainbow beam of light descended from the sky, striking the platform outside SHIELD headquarters.
When the light dissipated, a tall figure clad in golden armor, holding the Gungnir, appeared before everyone.
"It's All-Father Odin!"
Coulson whispered.
"Thor's father, the All-Father of Asgard."
Fury motioned for everyone to remain calm, then moved to greet the uninvited guest.
SHIELD agents quickly assembled, but kept their distance; no one was foolish enough to show hostility towards a god.
Odin's single eye scanned his surroundings, finally settling on Fury.
"Are you the leader of this organization?"
Fury nodded, responding calmly:
"Nick Fury, Director of SHIELD. Welcome to Earth, All-Father Odin. May I ask the purpose of your visit?"
Odin's voice boomed like thunder:
"I have come for my son, Loki."
Fury's expression remained unchanged, and he said in a deep voice:
"Loki invaded Earth, causing numerous civilian deaths and property damage. We are currently discussing how to deal with him."
...Ten thousand.
101: Odin pleads! Loki is numb!
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Odin nodded slightly, a hint of helplessness in his voice as he said, "Loki's actions are indeed unforgivable. However, as a prince of Asgard, his trial should take place in Asgard. I ask that you hand him over to me so I can personally bring him back to Asgard to face punishment."
Tony Stark walked out of the conference room and directly interjected, "Why? The crimes he committed on Earth should be tried on Earth."
Odin looked at Tony, a flicker of appreciation in his eyes.
"A mortal who stands shoulder to shoulder with gods, your courage is worthy of respect. But Loki is my son after all, and I hope you can grant the request of an unqualified father."
"..."
Fury's eyes flickered with a strange light as he cautiously asked, "If we agree to hand Loki over to you, what can Asgard offer in exchange?"
Odin looked directly at Fury and said frankly, "You can name any condition, and as long as it's within my power, I will consider it."
The others in the conference room showed surprised expressions upon hearing this.
The Allfather of Asgard was willing to humble himself to such an extent?
Fury carefully considered the proposal.
This was indeed an opportunity to establish friendly relations with Asgard, and perhaps even acquire resources or technology beneficial to Earth. But on the other hand...
"Loki was captured by my master."
The Big Boss stepped forward at this moment and said calmly, "According to our rules, your transaction must have my master's consent!"
Odin's expression subtly changed when he heard that name.
"Your master... could it be Mr. Lin?"
Tony looked at Odin in surprise and asked in shock, "You know Lin Feng too?"
Odin did not answer directly, but said solemnly, "I will personally request it from Mr. Lin. Please tell me his whereabouts."
Fury and the others exchanged surprised glances.
The Allfather of Asgard was going to personally meet Lin Feng?
What did this mean?
"We... are not sure of Mr. Lin's exact location."
Fury replied cautiously, shaking his head. "He is elusive."
Odin nodded and said in a deep voice, "I understand. Then please convey to him that Odin requests a meeting with him to discuss Loki's disposition."
Tony couldn't help but ask, "If I may be so bold, do you know Lin Feng?"
Odin turned to Tony, his expression complex. "I wouldn't say I know him, but I am aware of him. Mr. Lin's power is immense; even a god must show him respect."
This statement shocked everyone present.
Who exactly was Lin Feng, to be treated with such caution by the Allfather of Asgard?
Just as everyone was in shock, a calm voice echoed from the shadows: "No need to convey anything, I am already here."
Everyone turned their heads to see Lin Feng standing in the corner of the conference room, seemingly having appeared out of nowhere.
He wore simple black clothes, but his entire being exuded an indescribable majesty.
"Mr. Lin!"
Fury was slightly surprised but quickly regained his composure.
"Allfather Odin wishes to—"
"I heard the entire conversation."
Lin Feng interrupted Fury, his gaze fixed on Odin. "Your Majesty, the Allfather, you have come personally for Loki?"
Odin looked into Lin Feng's eyes, where unsettling tri-colored light flickered.
He could feel the powerful and mysterious energy emanating from Lin Feng, far stronger than when they last met... 102: Prince Loki? I'm adopted!
"Mr. Lin."
Odin's expression was solemn as he pleaded, "Loki's crimes are unforgivable, but he is my son after all! You know, I have already lost one son, and I don't want anything to happen to Loki. I will strictly supervise him and not let him cause any more trouble for you!"
"Hmm, I hope so!"
Lin Feng neither committed nor refused.
Loki's life or death didn't concern him much.
Since Odin had said so, it wouldn't hurt to give face; perhaps it could even create more iconic scenes!
Lin Feng looked at Odin and smiled faintly, "Since the Allfather has come personally, I naturally won't refuse. Loki's matter will be handled by Asgard."
His tone was calm, as if he were discussing a trivial matter, not the fate of a god.
A flicker of gratitude passed through Odin's eyes.
"Thank you for your magnanimity, Mr. Lin. Asgard will not forget this kindness."
Fury frowned slightly but did not object.
He nodded to Coulson. "Take the Allfather to see Loki."
Coulson immediately acted, leading Odin to the special cell where Loki was held.
Tony Stark and Bruce Banner exchanged glances and silently followed.
They were filled with curiosity about this mysterious Lin Feng and even more eager to see the reunion of the divine father and son.
The cell was located on the lowest level of the SHIELD headquarters, built with special materials capable of resisting Loki's magic.
When Odin entered the cell area, Loki was leaning against the transparent cell wall, staring expressionlessly at the ceiling.
"Loki."
Odin's voice echoed in the empty cell area.
Loki sharply turned his head, and when he saw Odin, a flicker of surprise crossed his eyes, quickly replaced by deep-seated hatred.
He slowly stood up, walked to the cell wall, and sneered, "Look who it is? The great Allfather Odin, ruler of the Nine Realms. Have you come to gloat? To see your failed adopted son?"
A pang of pain flashed in Odin's single eye, but it was quickly replaced by majesty.
"Loki, I've come to take you home."
"Home?"
Loki let out a mocking laugh. "Which home? The place where I lived in the shadows from childhood? The place where I could never gain recognition?"
Odin was silent for a moment, then sternly said, "You have committed evil deeds, massacred innocents, and attempted to rule Midgard! These are unforgivable crimes! I am very disappointed in you, Loki!"
A flicker of hurt crossed Loki's eyes, but it was quickly replaced by anger.
He stared intently at Odin, his voice low and full of hatred, "Then you can just kill me! Why bother to bring me back? Is it because of Frigga's request? Or is it because of your ridiculous sense of responsibility?"
Odin sighed helplessly, ignoring Loki's provocation.
He turned to Fury. "Please open the cell door; I will take him back to Asgard to face judgment."
Fury nodded, entering the password to unlock the cell.
The transparent cell wall slowly rose, and Loki stood still, his eyes filled with complex emotions.
"Do you really think chains and cages can hold me?"
Loki sneered, but his voice trembled slightly.
Odin calmly looked at his adopted son.
"No, Loki. It is the hatred in your heart that has imprisoned you."
... 103: Odin's Invitation! Asgard!
Loki's expression stiffened for a moment but quickly returned to indifference.
Odin motioned for the SHIELD agents to put special handcuffs and a muzzle on Loki to prevent him from using magic or verbal manipulation.
When everything was ready, Odin turned to Lin Feng again and said solemnly, "Mr. Lin, thank you again for your generosity. As a token of my gratitude, I invite you to visit Asgard. The gates of the divine realm will be open to you."
The SHIELD agents present all showed surprised expressions.
Asgard had always been a legendary place, rarely trodden by mortals.
Odin's invitation was clearly a very high honor.
Coulson couldn't help but whisper to Agent Hill, "It seems our Mr. Lin is even more formidable than we imagined."
Agent Hill nodded, her eyes never leaving Lin Feng.
She could feel an indescribable power emanating from this man, truly captivating and intriguing.
Lin Feng smiled faintly. "I appreciate the Allfather's invitation. If the opportunity arises, I will definitely visit Asgard as a guest."
Odin nodded with satisfaction, then turned to Fury. "Nick Fury, I am pleased that Midgard has a guardian like you. May the Nine Realms be at peace."
Fury nodded solemnly in acknowledgment.
"We will continue to protect the safety of Earth."
Odin led Loki towards the platform outside SHIELD headquarters.
As Loki passed Lin Feng, a look of uncertainty and surprise flickered in his eyes.
He seemed full of curiosity about this human who could command such courtesy from Odin.