[Algrim turned around in complete disbelief, only to discover that it was Loki who had attacked him from behind.]
[Algrim regarded Loki with cold fury, and without any hesitation, he grasped the God of Mischief and pulled him forcefully against himself.]
[The razor-sharp blade that had pierced through Algrim's chest immediately penetrated Loki's body as well, creating a mortal wound.
Thor witnessed this horrific scene and released a roar of anguish: "No!!!"
Algrim shoved Loki to the rocky ground with tremendous force. Despite having a blade completely piercing his chest cavity, he advanced toward Loki as if the grievous wound caused him no discomfort whatsoever.]
[Loki lay on the ground and spoke to him with cold defiance: "See you in hell, demon!"]
[Only then did Algrim realize that the black hole grenade attached to his belt had been secretly activated by Loki at some point during their struggle.]
[He desperately reached out to grasp it and attempted to throw it away before detonation, but the black hole grenade exploded in his hands.]
[Algrim's massive body was immediately caught by the gravitational field, and he began convulsing and wailing in excruciating pain.]
[Soon, his legs were consumed by the singularity, followed by his arms and torso. His distinctive mask disintegrated and shattered, and finally his skull was pulled into the void.]
[By the time the artificial black hole collapsed and disappeared, Algrim had vanished completely, leaving no trace behind!]
[Thor struggled to his feet and rushed toward Loki, embracing his dying brother tenderly.]
["No! No! No! You fool! You never listen to reason!"]
["I know! I'm such a fool! I'm a complete fool!"]
["Don't leave me! Please!"]
["I'm sorry! I'm so sorry!"]
["Quiet now! It's ok! It's ok! I'll tell father everything you accomplished today!"]
[Loki shook his head weakly: "I didn't do it for him!"]
[After delivering these final words, he passed away peacefully in Thor's protective arms...]
["No!!!" Thor screamed with devastating grief.]
Tony gave Thor a knowing look: "So Loki isn't actually dead - he's just performing another deception?"
He hadn't anticipated Loki would be so manipulative with his theatrics. He truly embodied his title as the God of Mischief! He had even used a fake death scenario to deceive Thor.
Wanda glanced thoughtfully at Thor.
"What's your assessment, Thor?"
Thor shrugged with weary resignation: "His deceptions have wounded me repeatedly, but I still consider him my brother. I wish he could abandon those destructive impulses and protect Asgard alongside me, but he continues to disappoint my expectations."
He had grown somewhat disillusioned with Loki, unable to predict what schemes occupied his brother's mind!
Perhaps even Frigga couldn't persuade Loki to reveal his genuine thoughts?
In Thor's estimation, Loki represented the type of individual who concealed all emotions within his heart and never voluntarily exposed his authentic feelings!
Banner rubbed his hands together with confusion: "Where is Odin currently?"
Tony tilted his head analytically: "That probably depends on how this narrative develops!"
[After Loki's theatrical performance concluded, Thor walked through the assembled crowd and nodded toward Loki, who maintained his disguise as Odin.]
[Loki observed Thor's appearance and subconsciously muttered: "Oh! Damn it!"]
[Then he immediately composed himself and greeted everyone: "My son Thor has returned! Welcome home, my child!"
Thor's lips curled with amusement as he observed the actors in the small theater: "This theatrical production is quite entertaining! What's the title?"]
["The Death of Loki of Asgard! This represents the people's deepest tribute to his memory!"]
["They certainly should honor him! I appreciate that statue! Much more attractive than he appeared in life! Perhaps slightly less sinister and with considerably less greasy hair!"]
[Loki observed Thor insulting him directly to his face, but remained powerless to respond!]
[Thor retrieved Surtur's skull and addressed Loki: "Do you recognize this artifact?"]
[He intended to use the skull to test Loki's knowledge, but Loki possessed extensive experience and identified it immediately.]
["Surtur's skull! That's an extremely powerful weapon!"]
[Thor handed it to a nearby guard.]
["I need you to secure this in the vault, before it transforms into a monster and destroys our entire realm!"]
["Thank you, my dear!" Loki rose from his seat and transferred his wine glass to the lady beside him.]
[He questioned Thor anxiously: "So, you're returning to Earth immediately? Correct?"]
[Thor casually tossed Mjolnir in his hand.]
["No! Actually, I've been experiencing the same nightmare repeatedly lately! Every night I witness Asgard reduced to burning ruins!"]
[Loki dismissed Thor's concerns entirely. He simply wanted Thor to depart from Asgard! He nervously rubbed his fingers together while fabricating excuses.]
["That was merely a foolish dream... You possess an overactive imagination!"]
["Perhaps! But I've decided to investigate these visions! What I observe is chaos and disorder throughout the Nine Realms! Asgard's enemies are preparing to strike! They're conspiring our destruction!"]
["And you! Odin... Guardian of the Nine Realms, sitting here in your bathrobe consuming grapes!"]
["Yes! I believe we should respect our neighbors' autonomy!"]
[Loki's response caused Thor to burst into incredulous laughter.]
["Precisely! Just observe passively while they get massacred!"]
[As he spoke, he casually threw his hammer, frightening Loki so much that he quickly dodged sideways.]
[Loki attempted to justify his position.]
["You're absolutely right! Actually, I've been extremely busy recently..."]
[Before he could complete his excuse, Thor interrupted: "Watching theatrical performances?"]
[Loki frantically began listing various activities he claimed to have performed: "The Imperial Council, the Security Council, and..."]
[Observing Loki's clumsy performance, Thor finally reached his limit.]
["Do you really want to force me to take drastic action?"]
[Loki continued feigning ignorance.]
[Thor sighed with exasperation and hurled his hammer forcefully aside.]
[Everyone present watched Mjolnir disappear into the sky, while Thor approached Loki from behind and grasped his throat threateningly.]
["You understand, nothing can prevent Mjolnir from returning to my hand! Not even your disgusting face can stop it!!!"]
["You're completely insane! You... you'll be executed for this treasonous act!"]
[Loki observed Mjolnir flying directly toward him and couldn't suppress multiple nervous swallows.]
["Then we'll reunite in the afterlife, brother!"]
[Observing the approaching hammer, Loki finally capitulated.]
["All right! I surrender!"]
[Seeing Loki revert to his authentic appearance, Thor pushed him away and caught the returning Mjolnir.]