[Chat Group For The Death] Chapter 176 - 180

Chapter 176: There's No Worse Room!

A thunderbolt fell from the sky, striking Golden Lion Shiki. He turned his head with annoyance, meeting the indifferent stare of Great General Budo.

"A Teigu that controls thunder and lightning? Interesting! In that case, let me be your opponent!"

Golden Lion Shiki glanced at Esdeath, then shifted his attention to Budo.

"You bastard golden retriever, are you looking down on me? Take me on together—I can defeat you both," Esdeath said unhappily, feeling disrespected.

Roger laughed and replied: "Esdeath, don't be like that. You can deal with me alone, so let Shiki change opponents!"

Not far away

Lucas approached Mora, who had already been defeated by Doflamingo, and personally finished him off.

"Ding! Congratulations to the Host for successfully killing a system owner and obtaining the skill – God Level – Alchemy!"

After Lucas killed Mora, the system prompt suddenly sounded, and a god-level skill—alchemy—was added to his attribute list.

"Teigu alchemy creation? An excellent ability."

Lucas expressed satisfaction with this acquisition. God-level alchemy was a powerful ability—with the right materials, he could create Teigu with his bare hands.

In the palace:

Prime Minister Honest anxiously sought out the young emperor, saying urgently: "Your Majesty, immediately activate the Supreme Teigu!"

The young emperor asked in surprise: "Why?"

Prime Minister Honest explained: "Powerful rebels have infiltrated the imperial capital. Both General Esdeath and General Budo have gone to suppress the chaos. Even with their combined strength, they'll struggle to eliminate all the enemies."

The young emperor was shocked: "Are the rebels so powerful that even our two greatest generals can't defeat them?"

Prime Minister Honest replied quickly: "Precisely why I urge Your Majesty to activate the Supreme Teigu. With Your Majesty controlling it, we can eliminate all rebels."

The young emperor's expression hardened: "Don't worry, Minister! I will activate the Supreme Teigu immediately. Together with our generals, we'll destroy all rebels threatening the empire."

[CHAT GROUP]

Senju Hashirama: Are there only these two masters in the empire? I still want to participate!

Golden Lion Shiki: Didn't you enjoy yourself enough in the Pirate World? Forget about this world!

Senju Hashirama: But I want to experience Teigu power and satisfy my curiosity!

Golden Lion Shiki: Don't worry, I'll help you experience it. I don't think there's much difference between Teigu and Devil Fruit, judging by Esdeath and Aokiji. This opponent before me... I've never seen Thunder Fruit abilities, so I can't evaluate.

Whitebeard: One body elementalization! But with no Armament Haki in this world, lacking body elementalization is normal.

Boom!

At that moment, in the distant palace, a massive robot appeared and strode toward the battlefield.

Uchiha Madara: What is that? It seems comparable to my Complete Body Susanoo.

Senju Tobirama: Madara, can you stop exaggerating? I sense it's stronger than your Susanoo.

Senju Hashirama: It's not as impressive as Madara's majestic Susanoo, and certainly inferior to my Sage Art Wood Release: True Several Thousand Hands.

Golden Lion Shiki: Who cares about comparisons? I want to know, is this giant also physically weak?

Lucas: Yes! This giant is called Shikoutazer, also known as the Supreme Teigu. Built by the first emperor, it's considered the origin and pinnacle of all Teigu. It's said to possess abilities comparable to gods.

Uchiha Madara: Wait! Did I see it correctly? The giant's operator is a child?

Lucas: Not an ordinary child, but this empire's emperor. Only those with the first emperor's bloodline can control this Supreme Teigu. It's the safeguard left by the first emperor to ensure the empire remains under his descendants' control.

Whitebeard: I'm reminded of the national treasures possessed by the Celestial Dragons. Only those with Celestial Dragon blood can control them, which is why the World Government maintains those Celestial Dragons like pampered pigs.

Golden Lion Shiki: Possibly! From that perspective, we might have implemented something similar. By the way, if this massive robot was built by the first emperor, he must have been incredibly powerful. Should we consider excavating his grave?

Lucas: You're overthinking! The first emperor didn't build Teigu himself—he was merely someone with extraordinary power. Others collected the materials and manufactured Teigu.

Howard Stark: In the original timeline, the empire still fell. It seems even such powerful weapons can't guarantee the empire's survival!

Lucas: The empire wasn't defeated by outsiders but by internal corruption. Whether through treacherous ministers who made citizens miserable or high-ranking officials who betrayed the empire, its downfall stemmed from internal decay.

Senju Hashirama: Group Leader, the giant robot approaches. Shall I engage it? Watch me shatter it with True Several Thousand Hands!

Lucas: Go ahead! Everyone else will arrive shortly, and we'll take over the empire.

Sword God Ryuma: Is that wise? You left the Pirate World untouched. Why take over this world?

Lucas: I didn't say we'd take over the world—just this corrupt empire. The Pirate World needs worldwide transformation, but here, only this empire requires change.

Lucas: The empire spans an entire continent, while the Pirate World consists of countless island fragments. The management challenges differ dramatically!

In the outside world:

The world channel opened, and Senju Hashirama and others arrived from the Pirate World.

"Watch this!"

Senju Hashirama gazed excitedly at the towering Supreme Teigu. Without a word, he clasped his hands together, and immediately a jet-black immortal face appeared.

Blue chakra poured frantically behind him as the enormous Wood Release construct slowly rose from the ground.

"What is this?!"

The young emperor inside the Supreme Teigu was stunned. The size and pressure of this construct matched the Supreme Teigu!

"Here it comes!"

With an excited expression, Hashirama manipulated his creation. Accompanied by creaking sounds, the Buddha's thousand wooden arms slowly raised, clenched into fists, and hammered the Supreme Teigu like a rainstorm.

The Supreme Teigu unleashed its powerful arsenal, countering the True Several Thousand Hands' assault and smashing countless strong wooden arms to splinters.

From a distance, Madara silently observed, feeling melancholic. The Supreme Teigu's tenacious struggle reminded him too much of his own past battles.

Once, he had also used powerful techniques like Tailed Beast Bombs and Perfect Susanoo against the True Several Thousand Hands, shattering hundreds of wooden arms. But it had been futile—the construct had too many arms.

Even after destroying hundreds, the remaining arms had still reduced his Susanoo to tatters, just like the Supreme Teigu that was now being torn apart.

That damn Hashirama always using overwhelming numbers. True of his chakra reserves, and true of his Wood Release techniques.

"This can't be happening!"

Great General Budo had gone berserk.

As a member of a family that had loyally served the royal bloodline for generations, Budo knew well about the Supreme Teigu and that only royal family members—now only the young emperor—could operate it.

Seeing the Supreme Teigu being reduced to tatters, Budo's fury exploded. With the Supreme Teigu in such condition, was the young emperor still alive?

Endless lightning erupted from Budo's body as he attempted to repel Golden Lion Shiki. Shiki burst into laughter, activating his Armament Haki to resist Budo's lightning attacks.

"Trying to escape? Impossible! I am your opponent, and lets keep enjoying this time!"

Shiki laughed wildly as his attacks grew more ferocious.

"You seem remarkably calm. Aren't you rather composed compared to your fellow general?"

Roger looked curiously at Esdeath, puzzled by her indifferent reaction.

"Why should I be angry? He failed because he was weak. In this world, only the strong survive—that's my philosophy."

Esdeath looked indifferent, staring at Roger, "I'm more interested in killing you than concerning myself with failures!"

[CHAT GROUP]

Lucas: Prepare the ninja troops and deploy them into the city immediately!

Namikaze Minato: All ready! The shinobi awaits your command!

Lucas nodded with satisfaction—Minato truly excelled at management!

Lucas: @Pirate King Roger @Golden Lion Shiki, accelerate and subdue those two quickly. Others are watching, and will assist if necessary. Today, the imperial capital changes hands!

Namikaze Minato: Sir, we may lack sufficient troops to capture the entire empire at once.

Lucas: I never suggested taking the entire empire simultaneously. We'll proceed gradually. This world differs from the Pirate World, understand?

Gold Thief Woonan: I don't understand!

Lucas: In the Pirate World, the World Government represents order. If it disappeared without an immediate replacement, the seas would descend into chaos, worsening conditions worldwide.

Lucas: Here, the imperial capital merely represents where orders originate. The empire's decay began within the court. Darkness spread throughout the empire from the capital.

Lucas: This world has no pirates—empire officials are the evildoers. Without the imperial capital, regions can continue functioning through inertia. As for conditions worsening—unfortunately, this world can't deteriorate further.

Lucas: Regarding this world's revolutionary army... whatever their agenda, let them continue their machinations. The more important task is eliminating the current corrupt system.

Chapter 177: God-level Alchemy—Matrix Forging!

Royal Palace:

Prime Minister Honest led his loyal soldiers in a desperate battle against the ninja army. Finally, outnumbered, he attempted to escape but was stabbed in the back during his retreat.

"Hang Honest's body on the gates of the imperial capital with a sign declaring that we're here to save the people," Lucas commanded, waving for his subordinates to use the corpse to win public support.

The imprisoned Great General Budo, restrained by sealing techniques, struggled frantically upon hearing these words. "Rescue? Don't be ridiculous! You killed the emperor—you're the empire's enemy!"

Lucas spread his palms indifferently. "I am indeed the empire's enemy, but are you certain the empire deserves to continue? The empire and its people have never been united, and now they're completely disconnected."

He glanced at Honest's body being dragged away and added mockingly, "We should thank this minister! If not for his corrupt actions, the empire's citizens wouldn't be so disillusioned with their country, and I wouldn't have come to save them."

Budo was speechless. Golden Lion Shiki, standing nearby, interjected: "Group Leader, why waste words on him? Just lock him up for experiments."

Lucas shook his head. "No! Budo is among the few loyal and virtuous ministers in the empire. When Minister Honest committed atrocities and murdered honorable officials, Budo sheltered many conscientious imperial administrators. With his assistance, taking over the empire would be much simpler."

Budo sneered, "Help you claim this empire? Preposterous! My family has served the royal family loyally for generations. You killed the emperor—you're my mortal enemy."

Lucas laughed. "Are you certain you won't join me?"

He studied Budo with interest. "I'm curious about something. Despite having the ability to stop Honest's indiscriminate actions, you remained indifferent. Was it truly because of ancestral teachings that military generals shouldn't meddle in politics?"

Budo responded coldly, "Although Honest is despicable, he's capable. The power under his control isn't insignificant. I refused to waste imperial resources fighting him internally."

[CHAT GROUP]

Gengetsu Hōzuki: Why does this guy remind me of Sarutobi Hiruzen? That Minister Honest is like Shimura Danzō.

Senju Hashirama: Hiruzen believed Danzō was useful, and the Root ninja only obeyed Danzō. Eliminating Danzō would have triggered fierce infighting, depleting Konoha's power. Truly nothing new under the sun!

Senju Tobirama: If Budo resembles Hiruzen, then his status as a loyal and virtuous minister is questionable.

Uchiha Madara: I won't listen to your criticism. Who said Hiruzen wasn't loyal? Although he opposed your Senju family, for Konoha as a whole, Hiruzen was a faithful minister.

Senju Tobirama: %@#$¥

Unable to utter profanities, Senju Tobirama sent a string of garbled characters for Uchiha Madara to interpret.

In the outside world:

Lucas looked at Budo with contempt. "You believed that regardless of Honest's arrogance and corruption, he couldn't threaten the emperor's position. As for ministers he mutilated and commoners he abused—all sacrificial pawns."

"His actions created a large network of corrupt officials. Once fattened, they could be slaughtered, instantly enriching the treasury. The people would applaud the emperor for eliminating these traitors."

"Is that correct?"

Budo was stunned. "Can you read minds?"

Lucas sneered. "No! Your method isn't original. Many emperors have employed this tactic. Honestly, I'm surprised a general like you, instead of focusing on military strategy, mastered imperial manipulation. You're quite ambitious."

Budo instantly grew furious. "Don't question my loyalty to the royal family! Everything I've done was for them!"

"That changes now! Starting today, everything you do will be for me. Human Path: Divine Mind Manipulation[Shin’i Kaisha]”

Lucas locked eyes with Budo, who immediately became compliant, transformed into Lucas's loyal servant.

"You must know which imperial officials remain uncorrupted. Recruit them and help pacify the imperial capital's citizens."

Seeing Lucas's technique subdue the formerly stalwart Budo, Esdeath, Akame, and others were shocked.

Esdeath's interest piqued as she looked at Lucas and sneered. "What did you do to Budo? Clearly a special ability—do you intend to use it on me too?"

Lucas regarded Esdeath coldly. "If not for your prestige within the army, a beautiful but twisted woman like you would be locked in my basement receiving re-education."

Akame and others were stunned, while Hashirama and companions silently raised their gaze skyward.

While looking upward, Roger couldn't help asking: "This woman is deranged—how could she command high respect in the military?"

Lucas explained: "She treats wealth lightly, distributing battle rewards to her soldiers. Which soldier doesn't appreciate victory under her leadership? Her tendency toward cruelty is typically directed at enemies, earning her considerable support among troops."

Esdeath looked surprised. "How do you know me so thoroughly?"

Lucas sneered. "You don't need to understand—just become my servant!"

Another victim of Shin’i Kaisha, Esdeath submitted. After her restraints were removed, she departed to secure the city and pacify the imperial forces.

Akame looked at Lucas with a pale face. "Will you use this technique on us too?"

Lucas responded dismissively: "Why would I? You don't merit it."

Akame and others: "..."

Not being controlled should be positive—why did his response feel so offensive?

Who exactly was he looking down upon?

They all possessed considerable talent.

Lucas clarified: "Budo and Esdeath are extraordinary warriors, each capable of defeating thousands. I don't lack powerful fighters—what I value is their ability to help stabilize this nation quickly."

He snorted, looking at Akame and her companions with a half-smile. "As for you all, you have some strength, but nothing impressive to me. Beyond your combat abilities, you offer little value."

Akame asked resignedly: "Then what do you intend to do with us?"

Lucas smiled. "Don't worry. I won't mistreat you. Submit to transformation, and perhaps someday you'll serve me."

Akame: "..."

No, we're not anticipating that day.

Waving his hand to have Akame and the others secured, and assigning everyone duties to stabilize the capital, Lucas approached the shattered remains of the Supreme Teigu.

[CHAT GROUP]

Howard Stark: Although this robot is destroyed, its materials are exceptional. The intact components could help us study the alchemy behind its creation.

Lucas: I don't need to study alchemy—I've already reached its pinnacle. Killing that transmigrator earlier granted me supreme alchemical knowledge.

In the outside world:

Saying this, Lucas placed his hand on the Supreme Teigu and employed his divine alchemy—Matrix Forging. The entire wreckage trembled, then disintegrated into fragments.

These metal pieces continuously condensed before Lucas, quickly assembling around his body, transforming into armor that encased him. When the forging completed, Lucas wore gleaming golden armor of remarkable design.

[CHAT GROUP]

Howard Stark: Group Leader, did Tony in the future develop his armor to look like that?

Lucas: Something like that!

Pirate King Roger: Group Leader, is this alchemy? Can you create Teigu now?

Lucas: With appropriate materials, I can easily craft items like Teigu. The alchemy I've mastered represents the pinnacle of this art.

Senju Tobirama: Group Leader, did you condense all the Supreme Teigu's remains into this armor?

Lucas: Is there a problem?

Senju Tobirama: Nothing really, it just seems strange! That such an enormous robotic wreckage would yield only this relatively small armor.

Lucas: Not surprising—I compressed the Supreme Teigu's remains to enhance their quality.

Pirate King Roger: Group Leader! After size reduction, which is stronger—this armor or the original Supreme Teigu?

Lucas: Obviously my armor is superior. Don't you understand that essence becomes concentrated? The more concentrated the power, the greater its destructive capacity—basic principle.

Pirate King Roger: But you used only the Supreme Teigu's wreckage! And... if condensed armor is more powerful, why didn't the First Emperor create the Supreme Teigu as armor instead?

Uchiha Shisui: Observing the Supreme Teigu's attack methods, most featured wide-area impact rather than concentrated force. I believe the First Emperor built it not for individual combat but for battlefield troop elimination.

Uchiha Shisui: If this armor represents Kage-level power, then the Supreme Teigu parallels a tailed beast. A Kage-level fighter can defeat a tailed beast, but their respective values to a ninja village differ dramatically.

Gengetsu Hōzuki: That explanation makes sense. If individual combat power were the priority, Esdeath and Budo would suffice. Other Teigu already create elite warriors, so the Supreme Teigu likely focused on battlefield dominance.

Lucas: That's one possibility. Another is that the alchemists employed by the First Emperor lacked the ability to condense the Supreme Teigu to this level.

Senju Tobirama: Group Leader, is condensing the Supreme Teigu into a single armor piece difficult?

Lucas: Absolutely! This requires god-level alchemical skill. Do you believe any common alchemist possesses such mastery? Don't be naïve!

Chapter 178: Simple and Crude! As the Name Suggests!

Thanks to Lucas's efforts, the work of saving the Akame Ga Kill world was proceeding in an orderly manner.

With troops from the ninja world and the assistance of the Esdeath and Budo, all opposing forces were easily suppressed.

How could the faint glow of rotting grass compare to the bright moon shining in the heart of the sky?

The situation was magnificent!

At this time, the Marvel world was brimming with momentum.

After listening to Lucas's advice, Professor Charles decided to teach the upper echelons of mankind a lesson. The attack of the Sentinel robots was a test by high level official, and they needed to be given a tough counterattack.

Otherwise, they would perceive mutants as weak and easily bullied, which would make them even more unscrupulous in the future. Professor Charles understood clearly that blindly compromising and giving way would only encourage further oppression.

As a result, among the top officials, a group who advocated for the massacre and suppression of mutants were directly obliterated by Professor Charles using his Cerebro. Additionally, he delivered a message to high-ranking official targeting mutants, demanding they immediately cease persecution.

Simultaneously, Charles mobilized his X-Men to unify the voices of mutants. Those mutants who felt superior and intended to commit evil acts were also ruthlessly suppressed and eliminated.

Just as the struggle between mutants and humans was in full swing, a major operation was unfolding within S.H.I.E.L.D. Howard Stark, having gained Nick Fury's trust, informed him that Hydra had infiltrated S.H.I.E.L.D.

Although Nick Fury wasn't particularly virtuous, he was an individual who had become the king of secret agents. After receiving information from Howard, he conducted a secret investigation, and his heart immediately grew cold.

It was no longer appropriate to say that S.H.I.E.L.D. were infiltrated by Hydra; it was almost more accurate to say there was a S.H.I.E.L.D. within Hydra. Upon this discovery, Nick Fury made a decision and immediately reported the matter secretly to the World Security Council.

Although he knew there might be Hydra members within the World Security Council, he believed these individuals would never dare act rashly or secretly obstruct the cleanup operation within S.H.I.E.L.D.

The Red Skull's brutality had made Hydra the enemy of all countries worldwide. Despite Hydra's powerful secret development, once exposed, they would face the entire world as an enemy.

Against the military repression of various countries worldwide, the methods Hydra had employed over the years would be worthless. In a direct confrontation, they would definitely be wiped out.

Precisely because they recognized their weakness, Hydra outside of S.H.I.E.L.D. silently chose to abandon their companions within the organization.

[CHAT GROUP]

Howard Stark: Group Leader, come and get the Cosmic Cube! I've figured out its location, and now is the perfect time to seize it. S.H.I.E.L.D. and Hydra are fighting, so we can put the blame on Hydra.

Lucas: Looks like you guys are doing well. I'll head over right away.

In the Marvel World, at a secret base under S.H.I.E.L.D.'s name, Lucas approached with purpose. His top-tier Conqueror's Haki erupted, and the terrifying coercion stunned all the guards. Even surveillance equipment was destroyed under the overwhelming pressure.

Lucas progressed to the deepest part of the base, destroying all obstacles with his punches. Finally, a cube emitting light blue energy appeared before him—the Cosmic Cube containing the Space Stone.

Lucas strode forward and placed his hand directly on the Cosmic Cube. Lancelot skill "Knight of Owner: A Knight Does Not Die with Empty Hands activated instantly, and golden lines quickly climbed up the cube.

[CHAT GROUP]

Howard Stark: Group Leader, what are you doing?

Lucas: I'm refining the Cosmic Cube so it will no longer resist me, allowing me to manipulate and transform it.

Howard Stark: Isn't the Cosmic Cube just a container for storing the Space Stone? I've studied it for years and found it only exports energy from the Space Stone to the outside world.

Lucas: The power of the Infinity Stones is too strong to be used directly by living beings. The Cosmic Cube is an artifact that can contain the Space Stone. You didn't discover its use because you never received its approval, nor did you find the proper way to use it.

Lancelot: The Group Leader is using my skill—Can this skill even influence Infinity Stones?

Lucas: Your skill can't do this, but mine is different. First, my skills were modified by the chat group, and second, my strength exceeds yours.

Between words, the surface of the Cosmic Cube flashed with gold as Lucas completely refined it. Blue light flashed, space energy surged outward, and a cloud of blue mist appeared behind Lucas, swallowing him instantly.

In a blink, Lucas appeared at Howard Stark's home.

Howard stared at Lucas who materialized before him and sighed, "The ability to move through space? So that's how the Cosmic Cube is used."

Lucas smiled. "That's just one of its uses. The Space Stone has many applications."

As he spoke, the Cosmic Cube's shape changed rapidly, transforming into a blue ring with a gem the size of a dove's egg inlaid upon it.

"The cube form is inconvenient in battle. Now, this ring can be used as a weapon."

Lucas examined the Cube he had transformed through alchemy, expressing satisfaction with its new form, and casually gave it a new name—the Space Ring.

Simple and crude!

True to its name!

Lucas looked at the stunned Howard and smiled. "Even if Nick Fury appeared before me, it would be impossible for him to recognize this as the Cosmic Cube, right?"

Howard was bewildered. "You spent so much effort refining it just to transform its appearance?"

Lucas shrugged. "It could be transformed without refining, but that would take more time. Besides, refining it also eliminates its hidden dangers."

Howard wondered, "What hidden dangers?"

Lucas explained, "Odin wasn't the Cosmic Cube's first owner. Before him, many powerful figures possessed it. These individuals left imprints on the Cube that could allow them to remotely control this artifact."

Howard was stunned. "Remote control? No way! That's too extreme!"

Lucas continued, "Don't worry, their dimension doesn't have much power to remotely control the Cube. At most, they can open a spatial doorway between themselves and the Cosmic Cube, allowing them to quickly reach it."

Howard's face darkened with displeasure. "So those who left imprints can appear next to it and take it away at any time?"

Lucas nodded. "Exactly! That's why I refined the Cosmic Cube at the base. It had hidden dangers. But now there's no problem. After refinement and alchemical transformation, the imprints have gone."

There were still more than 20 years before the Battle of New York, and both the Ancient One and Odin were still alive. Combined with the lack of suitable pieces in his possession, Thanos took no action when Lucas refined the Cosmic Cube.

Howard breathed a sigh of relief. "That's good. Now I can rest assured. Is the Group Leader going to outer space now? It would be best to take the Space Stone away from Earth. Only then can Earth be considered safe."

Lucas looked at Howard with a half-smile and asked, "Do you think Earth is safe if the Space Stone leaves?"

Howard was stunned. "Isn't it?"

Lucas shook his head. "I'm afraid there's still another Infinity Stone on Earth."

Howard was shocked. "No way! How can there be two Infinity Stones on such a weak planet?"

Lucas replied, "It may seem incredible, but this is reality. Besides the Space Stone, the Time Stone is also on Earth."

Howard adopted a serious expression. "Where is the Time Stone? I've never heard about it."

Lucas explained, "Remember what I told you about Earth's sorcerer? The Sorcerer Supreme at the pinnacle of Earth's magical hierarchy has passed down an artifact called the Eye of Agamotto from generation to generation."

Howard suddenly realized, "Like the Cosmic Cube, there's also an Infinity Stone hidden in the Eye of Agamotto. Lord Group Leader, do you want to take that one too?"

Lucas responded with exasperation, "You don't think the Sorcerer Supreme is easy to deal with, do you? At least currently, I have no confidence in defeating her. And she protects Earth from dimensional demon invasions. I don't want to make an enemy of her."

[CHAT GROUP]

Golden Lion Shiki: I can understand what was said earlier, but what are dimensional demons?

Lucas: Dimensions, universes, worlds, planes—these terms have similar meanings. Dimensional demons are entities from another dimension, masters of their entire realm. They grow by invading and devouring other dimension, enhancing their own strength.

Senju Tobirama: The Marvel world is really dangerous! god and aliens beyond the planet, mutants and Hydra within, and even dimensional demons from other universes eyeing them.

Sword God Ryuma: Compared to the Marvel world, although our pirate world is chaotic, it's not nearly as dangerous!

Gold Thief Woonan: Indeed! The crisis level in the Marvel world is far too high!

Chapter 179: Arrogant Ronan!

[CHAT GROUP]

Lucas: Don't underestimate other worlds. Isn't there an alien threat from the Ōtsutsuki clan in the Ninja World? Although the alien threat hasn't appeared in the Pirate World yet, it might come one day.

Pirate King Roger: If there's an alien threat in the pirate world, it should be space pirates, right? By the way, are those space pirates strong?

Senju Tobirama: Does it even need to be said? Being able to travel across planet definitely means they're very powerful.

Lucas: That's not necessarily true! Reality is illogical. Who stipulates that those who can cross the cosmos must be strong? People who have never left their own planet aren't necessarily weaker in combat effectiveness than those who declare their presence throughout the universe.

Howard Stark: No way? How can someone who can make a name for himself in the entire universe lose to those who haven't even walked out of their own planet?

Lucas: Why not? It's not for an unknown person from a single planet to defeat a so-called overlord of the universe.

Like our cosmic overlord, Thanos, who on one day claimed the Avengers were a group of unknown people, and the next day was fighting with them.

Howard Stark from the outside world suddenly received a phone call. Nick Fury asked him to meet at a specific location to discuss the future of S.H.I.E.L.D.

Although S.H.I.E.L.D. had played a major role in clearing up Hydra, the fact they were infiltrated remained indisputable.

After the first action, the World Security Council would likely take the opportunity to attack. As S.H.I.E.L.D.'s director, he felt he should be prepared.

Lucas's interest was piqued, and he smiled at Howard Stark beside him: "Go meet Nick Fury by yourself. I'll meet him in advance."

After saying this, the Space Stone on Lucas's ring flashed, and space mist enveloped him, transporting him directly in front of Nick Fury.

"You are..."

Seeing Lucas's sudden appearance, Nick Fury reached for his gun without a word.

Violet light flashed in Lucas's eyes, and Nick Fury immediately fell under his illusion.

Lucas asked: "Do you have a cosmic star map in your possession?"

Nick Fury replied: "Yes!"

Lucas said: "Give it to me!"

Nick Fury replied: "I hid it in a secret place."

Lucas laughed: "That's fine. Distance means nothing to me."

[CHAT GROUP]

Howard Stark: Group Leader, how does Nick Fury have access to a cosmic star map?

Lucas: Because he was in contact with people from other planets before he became Director of S.H.I.E.L.D.

Howard Stark: Earth has been visited by aliens? Wait, you're not talking about the aliens from mythology, right?

Lucas: Of course not! Odin came from a placed called Asgard, and the entire Nine Realms is their sphere of influence. It's worth mentioning that Earth's name in the Nine Realms is Midgard.

Sebastian Shaw: So we're within Asgard's sphere of influence? Could it even be said that Earth is subordinate to Asgard?

Howard Stark: No wonder their myths and legends exist on Earth. It turns out Earth can be regarded as Odin's territory. The peace Earth has experienced these past years should also be attributed to Asgard?

Lucas: Absolutely! Although Odin adopts a hands-off approach with Earth, it's still a member of the Nine Realms. Attacking Earth is equivalent to provoking Asgard. Both Asgard and the Sorcerer Supreme are the main forces protecting Earth.

Howard Stark: What about the aliens that Nick Fury encountered?

Lucas: Who knows? Maybe they didn't think these aliens would threaten Earth!

Sebastian Shaw: Will not threaten Earth? Were those aliens here as tourists?

Lucas: No! The aliens who came to Earth at that time were divided into two major forces: the Kree Empire and the Skrull Empire, two of the three major empires of the universe. The Skrull Empire refugees were being pursued by soldiers of the Kree Empire.

Howard Stark: The people of two great empires are fighting on Earth. How does this not threaten Earth? And how does the strength of these two empires compare to Asgard?

Lucas: They've never fought directly, so I don't know who's stronger and who's weaker. But with such huge forces, it's difficult to determine superiority. It's like a war between two countries—will the weaker side necessarily lose?

Senju Tobirama: Not necessarily! Anything is possible during war. There's never a shortage of surprises and miracles in the world. The stronger side may face a series of unexpected challenges, while the weaker side might have brilliant strategies and heroes.

Lucas: Exactly! It's difficult to distinguish between Asgard and the three space empires on the surface. However, they're all powerful forces in the universe and generally considered to be on the same level.

Sebastian Shaw: Since they're on the same level, why didn't Asgard and the Sorcerer Supreme stop those aliens from waging war on Earth?

Lucas: You're mistaken about one thing—humans aren't equivalent to Earth. Even forces formed by humans themselves won't necessarily act when their members face foreign enemies, let alone outside forces.

Sebastian Shaw: Group Leader! What you said makes sense, but I'm speechless. Indeed, I took the importance of humans a little too seriously.

Howard Stark: From the perspective of Asgard and the Sorcerer Supreme, sacrificing some insignificant members to avoid diplomatic disputes is indeed cost-effective. Even if human leaders were in their position, I'm afraid they'd make similar decisions.

Lucas: That incident was finally resolved by a superhero from Earth. Nick Fury participated in the whole process and realized Earth's vulnerability. Not knowing about Asgard and the Sorcerer Supreme's existence, he buried this matter in his heart.

Lucas: He didn't tell anyone about this because he feared human greed would drive premature ventures into the universe, attracting powerful alien enemies. His obsession with forming a superhero team was influenced by this experience.

Howard Stark: A team of superheroes? Indeed, he mentioned this to me. Because I worked on supersoldier serums, he wanted me to revive these projects.

Lucas: Does he know about the Extremis virus?

Howard Stark: No, not at all! But perhaps I'll consider using it to build a force once Extremis is improved.

In the outside world, Lucas obtained the star maps from Nick Fury—both the Skrull and the Kree star maps. The combined star maps of these two cosmic empires provided relatively complete navigation of the entire universe.

After acquiring the star maps, Lucas used the Space Stone to return Nick Fury to his original location and erased this portion of his memory.

The Space Stone glowed as Lucas used it to open a spatial channel, setting course for the planet Morag where the Power Stone was located.

This was a desolate planet with only uncivilized creatures inhabiting it—no civilization existed. Lucas wandered the planet searching for a temple containing the orb.

[CHAT GROUP]

Howard Stark: Group Leader, are you still on Earth?

Lucas: This is Morag, the Power Stone is on this planet. But compared to this huge planet, the Power Stone is too small. I think it will take time to find it.

After contemplating his options, Lucas directly employed the Shadow Clone Technique to create a vast army of clones to help him locate the temple housing the cosmic orb.

With the Shadow Clone army's assistance, Lucas finally found the temple and the cosmic orb hidden within it.

But at this moment, the cosmic orb was already in the hands of a man with light blue skin.

Ronan looked at Lucas who emerged from the blue space mist, smiled, and pressed a purple sphere against his war hammer.

"Are you also here for the cosmic orb? It's a pity—it's already mine."

Ronan chuckled lightly as purple rays of light emanated from the cosmic orb and flowed into his body through the hammer in his hand.

"Is this the Power Stone, the strongest among the six Infinity Stones? It's truly intoxicating!"

Ronan held the War Hammer in his hand and spoke with intoxicated pleasure.

Then he turned to look at Lucas, his eyes falling on the Space Stone on Lucas's finger, and smiled: "The Space Stone? It seems I'm exceptionally lucky! Just as I acquired the Power Stone, the Space Stone is delivered right to my doorstep."

Ronan turned the War Hammer in his hand, stretched his palm toward Lucas, and commanded: "You should know what that gem on your hand is, right? It's not something you can possess. Give it to me!"

Lucas laughed: "It seems the Power Stone has given you considerable confidence! Do you truly believe you can defeat me?"

As soon as he finished speaking, Lucas opened his mouth and released a torrent of blue energy that bombarded Ronan like a light cannon.

Although Lucas didn't understand why Ronan had appeared here and obtained the cosmic orb, he didn't particularly care—he just wanted to seize the cosmic orb.

The cosmic orb on Ronan's War Hammer emitted purple light, creating a barrier that blocked the energy torrent Lucas had unleashed.

"Although the Space Stone's power is formidable, it's not particularly suited for combat. You are not my opponent. Give me the Space Stone obediently. My War Hammer is the crystallization of Kree Empire technology, and it also possesses spatial abilities. In my presence, escape won't be easy for you. Surrender the Space Stone yourself, and you will avoid dying painfully."

Ronan spoke conceitedly, full of confidence in his War Hammer and the Power Stone.

"How naive!"

Lucas sneered. This guy was truly arrogant—no wonder he was defeated by Star-Lord in such an embarrassing way.

Chapter 180: Thanos, Thor, Loki!

Ronan's arrogant performance made everyone watching through Lucas's eyes highly displeased.

[CHAT GROUP]

Uchiha Madara, a senior in the art of pretentiousness, felt a familiar aura as soon as he saw Ronan. It was very similar to his own arrogance, condescension, and theatrics.

Uchiha Madara: Group Leader, who is this blue-skinned alien? I feel like he's absolutely delusional!

Lucas: As I mentioned earlier, he's Ronan the Accuser, a high-ranking officer of the Kree Empire—one of the three major empires in the universe. The weapon in his hand is the crystallization of Kree Empire's advanced technology—the Universal War Hammer, a nearly perfect weapon.

When Howard Stark heard this, he immediately became interested.

Howard Stark: The technological crystallization of the Kree Empire? A near-perfect weapon? Group Leader, what functions does that hammer possess?

Lucas: It has numerous abilities: decomposition and reorganization of matter, force field defense, flight, energy projection, energy absorption, gravity control, teleportation, influence over time and space, and even mind transference. Otherwise, how could it be called the Universal War Hammer?

Everyone: ...

Indeed!

Sebastian Shaw felt deeply depressed. The abilities he was so proud of, a hammer could possess them.

Even the abilities of most mutants weren't as versatile as this hammer. The hammer surpassed countless mutants in both quantity and quality of abilities.

Howard Stark: Don't get too distressed, Shaw. You should have had this awareness long ago. Compared to the innate abilities of mutants, technology is the future!

Sebastian Shaw: Although I've known this for a long time, it still feels uncomfortable! To think natural, powerful abilities have been surpassed by artificial technology.

Lucas: Who said mutant abilities are inborn? Mutants are also products of scientific transformation. The ancient Celestials transformed some humans on Earth ages ago—they are the ancestors of mutants.

Sebastian Shaw: What? The abilities of us mutants aren't innate but products of scientific transformation? The ancestors of mutants turned out to be experimental subjects?

Sebastian Shaw's heart was profoundly impacted. The fact that his ancestors were experimental subjects delivered a crushing blow to the inner pride of mutants.

Howard Stark: Who are these Celestials? I don't recall them in mythology. How do they compare to Odin?

Lucas: The strength of the Celestials far exceeds Odin's. They're not even on the same level. When I said the Marvel world has very deep waters, I wasn't joking!

Uchiha Madara: Group Leader, are you certain you can defeat this irritating Ronan the Accuser?

Lucas: Absolutely! Today I'll claim not only the Power Stone but also the Universal War Hammer!

In the outside world:

Lucas observed Ronan, who was protecting himself with an energy barrier. He raised his hand and swiped lightly in front of him, creating a dimensional cut that easily tore through the energy barrier.

"Ronan, let me tell you a truth. The Infinity Stones do have their specialized functions, but not everyone can unleash their true power."

The Space Stone on Lucas's finger flashed with dazzling blue light, and the surrounding space suddenly solidified, compressing toward Ronan.

"Not good!"

Ronan's expression changed abruptly. He raised the Universal War Hammer, causing the cosmic orb on the hammer head to emit purple light as he slammed it into the space before him.

BOOM!

Relying on the mutual opposition between Infinity Stones, Ronan shattered the compressing space around him. But at that moment, Lucas teleported directly in front of him, reaching out to press against the Universal War Hammer.

Knight of Owner: A Knight Does Not Die with Empty Hands

Golden patterns spread rapidly from Lucas's palm across the Universal War Hammer's surface. Lucas was attempting to seize control of Ronan's weapon.

"You court death!"

Seeing Lucas dare to approach and attempt to seize control of the Universal War Hammer, Ronan couldn't contain his fury. He pushed the hammer to release energy.

"Damn! What have you done?!"

Just as he intended to use the hammer's energy to obliterate Lucas, Ronan was shocked to discover the Universal War Hammer wasn't obeying his commands.

"This hammer is excellent—most suitable for me to wield."

Lucas grinned at Ronan. The power in his eyes flowed outward, creating an illusion that stunned Ronan while Lucas seized greater control of the Universal War Hammer.

The clothing on Ronan's body began to glow—apparently a high-tech product designed to help him resist Lucas's illusion.

"High-tech again? Troublesome!"

Lucas murmured as a burst of energy erupted from his eyes, blasting Ronan through the air.

[CHAT GROUP]

Uchiha Madara: Group Leader, when did you acquire the ability to emit energy?

Senju Hashirama: I was wondering the same thing. What's with the energy blasts from your mouth?

Lucas: This is Sebastian Shaw's ability—releasing absorbed energy. With the Space Stone in my possession, I can extract a steady stream of energy from it.

Sebastian Shaw: The Infinity Stones provide energy, and you can control it with my ability. It's a perfect match! If I had an Infinity Stone, my combat power would definitely increase exponentially.

Sebastian Shaw belonged to the type whose combat power increased proportionally to the energy he absorbed. Treasures like the Infinity Stones, capable of providing infinite energy, were exactly what he needed.

In the outside world:

Lucas used his skill—Knight of Owner: A Knight Does Not Die with Empty Hands —and successfully refined the Universal War Hammer. The hammer head transformed, releasing the cosmic orb embedded within it.

God-level Alchemy — Matrix Forging!

The cosmic orb was refined simultaneously when Lucas refined the Universal War Hammer. Now it transformed under Lucas's divine alchemy, turning into a purple ring that Lucas placed on his finger. The Power Stone was mounted on it.

"Excellent!"

Looking at the two Infinity Rings in his possession, Lucas nodded with satisfaction.

He casually waved the Universal War Hammer, and the purple light of the Power Stone coursed through the hammer's body, greatly enhancing its capabilities.

The Power Stone possessed the ability to enhance effects—not just the Universal War Hammer's abilities, but even the effects of other Infinity Stones could be amplified with the Power Stone.

Ronan the Accuser had placed the cosmic orb on the Universal War Hammer not because it was the only way to strengthen the hammer with the Power Stone, but because the cosmic orb, like the Cosmic Cube, had a shape unsuitable for combat.

"What do you intend to do? I am a high-ranking executive of the Kree Empire. Do you comprehend how terrifying the might of the Kree Empire is?"

Ronan the Accuser's expression was ugly as he attempted to threaten Lucas.

"You're already in this state, yet you remain stubborn?"

Lucas looked at Ronan speechlessly before raising his hand, unleashing a blast of energy that shattered him into pieces.

The elite of the Kree Empire?

How laughable!

[CHAT GROUP]

Howard Stark: Group Leader, could you allow me to study the Universal War Hammer? This is the technological crystallization of the Kree Empire! If I thoroughly understand it, it will definitely bring about a technological leap!

Lucas: Of course! If you can fully comprehend the technology contained within the Universal War Hammer, the armor you create will be truly exceptional.

Howard Stark: In the original future, is the armor made by Tony as advanced as the Universal War Hammer?

Lucas: To be blunt, no! There can be individuals who crush cosmic overlords with personal power on remote planets, but technological strength that surpasses cosmic overlords simply doesn't exist.

Howard Stark: That makes sense! If technology could crush universal overlords, then the planet wouldn't be considered backwater.

Just as Lucas was preparing to return to Earth with the Universal War Hammer, a throne flew rapidly through the sky. Seated upon it was a purple-skinned figure in golden armor, regarding Lucas with indifferent eyes.

"Power Stone! Space Stone! I didn't expect you to possess two Infinity Stones. What a surprise! It seems Ronan was killed by you."

The purple potato observed Lucas with cold eyes, as if evaluating prey.

"Since you have two Infinity Stones, I'll offer you a chance to join me."

The purple titan addressed Lucas in a condescending tone.

Lucas chuckled lightly: "Since you've seen I possess two Infinity Stones, where did you find the courage to address me in such a manner?"

The titan responded indifferently: "Although the Infinity Stones are cosmic treasures, not everyone can harness their power. Despite having two Infinity Stones, you may not be able to exert even one ten-thousandth of their true power."

The titan jumped down and coldly stated: "In this universe, many powerful beings can defeat Infinity Stone wielders with their bare hands."

Lucas laughed: "Are you suggesting you're one of them?"

Although he was displeased with Thanos's tone, Lucas had to admit the truth in his words.

Doctor Strange and Vision were defeated by Thanos's lieutenants despite possessing Infinity Stones. Thanos's strength far exceeded his subordinates.

Thanos raised his palm with a sneer, "Even with my bare hands, I'm confident I can seize those two Infinity Stones. Besides, I have this!"

Thanos wore a glove on his hand with six grooves on its back. One groove already held the Mind Stone—the largest of the six Infinity Stones!

"The Infinity Gauntlet? Mind Stone? Taken from the scepter ahead of schedule? No, perhaps it hasn't been placed on the scepter yet."

Lucas observed Thanos, contemplating the situation.

At this point, Thanos addressed Lucas indifferently: "Come, tell me your decision!"

Lucas sneered and responded coolly: "Thanos, do you think too highly of yourself? You must not believe you're the only one capable of wielding the Infinity Stones' power. Today I'll show you what lies beyond your limited horizons!"

BOOM!

At that moment, colorful rays of light descended from the sky, and two figures emerged from the radiance.

One was handsome with blonde hair, wielding a hammer—Thor, the God of Thunder from Asgard!

Though currently, he might more accurately be called the Hammer God Thor!

Beside him stood an elegant man in gold and green leather armor with delicate features—his half-brother Loki, whose complex relationship with Thor had involved thousands of years of alternating affection and murderous intent!