The next day, the morning sun streamed through the large floor-to-ceiling windows, casting light upon the black long table in the top-floor conference room of the Demon Group headquarters.
The conference room was filled with a palpable sense of excitement and solemnity.
Along both sides of the long table, seats were arranged in order, and behind or in each chair stood or sat figures with powerful auras.
Asgard's God King Loki.
Earth Alliance President Matthew (the President who was initially bribed).
Mutant Earth Administrator Charles.
Kryptonian General Zod.
Stark Industries' Tony Stark.
Science Division's Dr. Banner.
Mutant Legion's Magneto.
...
It had been three years; this core conference hall, symbolizing the Group's highest authority and decision-making, was truly full for the first time.
Everyone's gaze, as if drawn by a magnet, was fixed firmly on the main seat.
Qinuo, the being respectfully referred to as "Demon King" and "Leader," sat casually in the spacious black chair.
A well-tailored, ancient-style black robe made his figure appear even more upright, yet it also carried an indescribable sense of laziness and control.
He did not intentionally release his pressure, but merely by sitting there, he seemed to be the center of the entire space.
"Long time no see, everyone."
A simple greeting, yet it rendered the entire conference hall silent.
The brief silence was broken by a teasing voice.
"You're finally back."
Tony, who had already handed over all of Stark Industries' affairs to Pepper, curved his lips into his signature cynical smile.
"My little Morgan has almost forgotten what her Godfather looks like. If you were any later, she'd probably only know You from Pepper's bedtime stories."
In this meeting, only Tony dared to speak like that.
A robust man in a meticulously tailored suit, wearing gold-rimmed glasses, yet with a demeanor as if he was ready for battle at any moment, lightly coughed, drawing everyone's attention back to the main topic.
The acting President of the Demon Group—Tom.
"Welcome back, Leader. During your absence, the Group's overall operations remained stable, and the main business lines were not significantly impacted. Some emerging areas saw slight expansion. The detailed report has been compiled."
Loki, sitting opposite Tom, spoke.
"Stable? Tom, You're still too modest. Many aliens have already come to the Nine Realms to find goods and do business."
"But thanks to You, Asgard also made a fortune."
After becoming God King, Loki's personality also changed. He learned a lot about Earth's financial knowledge, and Asgard also prospered under his leadership.
Everyone was completely convinced by God King Loki.
A male figure in traditional Kryptonian attire, with a calm and capable demeanor, stood up. He was Zo-El.
Kara's father, currently responsible for the integration and application of Kryptonian and Earth technology within the Group.
"Leader, the transformation and application of Kryptonian technology in Earth's civilian and defense sectors are progressing smoothly. The second phase of the 'Watchtower' project has been completed, and the global defense matrix efficiency has increased by 47%."
"Hmm, You've worked hard."
Qinuo nodded slightly.
Next, HYDRA—Pierce, in charge of the intelligence network.
President Matthew of the Earth Alliance, who commanded a vast commercial empire.
Frank, the leader of the Red Lantern Corps, who commanded the Group's armed forces.
One by one, core high-level executives, either by codename or true name, rose in turn, reporting the core situation of their respective fields over the past three years in the most concise language.
There were no lengthy reports, no unnecessary boasting, only the most core data, the most important progress, and the most crucial challenges.
Everyone understood that their Leader only needed to know the results and key points.
The meeting proceeded efficiently. Qinuo mostly listened quietly, occasionally asking one or two pertinent questions or giving a brief instruction.
His return seemed to instantly inject the core driving energy into this vast and precise machine, allowing every gear to find its most accurate operating rhythm again.
When the last executive finished reporting, the conference room fell silent once more.
Everyone's gaze again focused on the main seat, awaiting his final decision.
"Very good."
His voice remained calm, yet it carried an invisible power that made everyone's backs involuntarily straighten a few inches.
"It seems that in these three years I was away, You didn't fight each other, nor did You cause any major catastrophes. This is commendable."
A teasing affirmation instantly eased the tense atmosphere in the conference room, and many people smiled.
It was impossible for such a large organization to be completely unified. If it weren't for Qinuo as the link, disintegration would only be a matter of time.
"However, I've brought back bad news."
Qinuo's tone shifted.
"War is about to begin."
The air in the conference room suddenly solidified; the previously eased atmosphere shattered like glass struck by a heavy hammer.
Stark's fingers unconsciously rubbed the arc reactor device on his cuff, Charles pushed up his glasses, and Fire ignited in Frank's eyes.
"Leader, what scale of war?"
General Zod stepped forward half a pace, his Kryptonian combat boots clashing with the ground with a dull thud.
"Is it a new wave of invasion from the previous Earth collision event, or a counterattack from other dimensional demon gods?"
Having finally endured until Krypton prospered, he would twist off the head of anyone who dared to destroy this prosperity.
Qinuo shook his head.
"Neither. It's a war from beyond the Universe. The opponent's goal is the destruction of the World, a complete, irreversible destruction. The destruction of all dimensions, all forms of existence as we know them."
"So my demand is..."
Qinuo's eyes instantly sharpened.
"Become stronger!
From today onwards, the Demon Group and all its associated forces will enter the highest level of combat readiness!
All core businesses, all resources, all manpower, everything, immediately and unconditionally proceed according to the predetermined highest priority!
Everything is centered on enhancing overall combat power!
Loki: Asgard's magic vault, forging workshops, training grounds, all open! Nine Realms resources to be prioritized for war sequences!
General Zod, Zo-El: Speed up the integration of Kryptonian technology and Earth technology! Activate the final contingency plan for the 'Watchtower' defense matrix!
All registered Kryptonian warriors of age, enter extreme training! I want to see a super legion capable of adapting to a multiversal environment! Civilian? Now there's only military!
Tony Stark, Dr. Banner: Your Gamma research, Tony, your nanotechnology, artificial intelligence, dimensional engines... all those 'toys' in your minds that are still on blueprints.
Now! Immediately! Build them for me! I want to see weapons that can change the rules of the battlefield! Resources? Give as much as needed! Permissions? All open!
Magneto, Charles, the potential of Mutants is far more than this! All registered Mutants, potential assessment re-activated! Extreme development! Tell them, this is not a choice, it's survival!
Seven Lantern Corps, expand your Legion's size! Upgrade equipment! Go hunt! Go plunder all resources that can make us stronger!
Pierce (Intelligence Department): Pierce, your intelligence network is the tentacles! My task for You is to find all usable warriors in the entire Universe, and even beyond this Universe.
Matthew (Earth Alliance)! Global mobilization! All social resources to be tilted towards the War Machine! Logistics, production, troop sources, morale! I don't want to hear any internal discord! Tell everyone.
This is not a conflict between nations; it's a war for survival! Those who are negligent, traitors, runaways...
Qinuo's voice was chillingly cold.
"I will let them know what true 'anger' is!"
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