Raul and Surtur, fleeing back to their own territory, were unaware of the sudden natural disaster that descended upon them. Given the ample opportunity, Mephisto was sufficiently proactive. Having just supported a group of demons, he was already demanding Odin's decision, as this time he could personally intervene.
fail?
Mephisto never thought of such a thing.
Except for a few, most of the dimensional demons were solitary travelers. Although Odin and his group were not pure dimensional demons, since they had already failed once, it meant that their strength was not that strong compared to their small group.
Bully the weak and fear the strong.
Change with the times.
This is also one of the Dimensional Demon's special skills.
Mephisto is now thinking about eliminating the hidden dangers as soon as possible, and first let his energy bank develop a big business, and then officially open a business in the Dimension Demon.
The small interest groups discussed the target of releasing the abyss energy, the number of demons to be released in the first batch, the planning process, etc., and finally only determined a framework.
Mephisto was furious. He felt that Odin and Gu Yi were completely slacking off on such an important matter. Even if there were a lot of things to deal with at home, so what? He even had a bomb in his house, and he wasn't worried!
However, Luke persuaded him to first see if they could seal the Abyssal Energy in the other party's house and see how effective the seal would be. Otherwise, if they discussed it all and the technology wasn't up to par and the seal wasn't in place, wouldn't everything be for nothing? Forcing it into action would also easily lead to failure.
Mephisto approved.
Odin wanted to ask: Can Nidavellir be saved? If the energy cycle of the World Tree is severely damaged again, Asgard and the entire Nine Realms will be affected.
Mephisto firmly protested Odin's request. Malekith and Nidavellir are crucial components of the plan. How could you make such a request without considering the plan? What's wrong with sacrificing them for the sake of the group? Nidavellir has already become the Abyss, so let's just consider it a waste.
Odin didn't even bother to pay attention to Mephisto's objections; it wasn't his dimension of Hell that was deeply infected. If Luke hadn't come up with a solution, Mephisto would probably be the one franticly riled up by the Abyssal energy.
In response to Odin's request, Luke said that the future is uncertain, but for now, there is only one thing to say: there is no hope, just wait to die.
Only a few demons were infected in the Hell dimension, and Mephisto discovered it early, so everything was under control. Nidavellir was different; he had established a direct connection with the Abyssal dimension, and the entrance to the dimension was still there. The Abyssal energy pouring from the entrance had already nearly infected Nidavellir, especially since he had already developed Abyssal consciousness. The level of infection was not the same as in the Hell dimension.
Besides, if you can't solve the problem of the dimensional hole, even if you clear the seal, it will be useless. It's nothing more than treating the symptoms, not the root cause, and it's just a cycle.
The energy within the Abyssal Dimension is incredibly useful, but the aftereffects can be a bit tricky. It's a bit like dropping a bomb—the thrill is there, but the aftereffects are severe. Haven't you seen a dead planet mutated in a short period of time by a high concentration of excess Abyssal energy? If nothing unexpected happens, the creatures within it will also be infected and mutated.
Even Mephisto is unwilling to get close to Nidavellir now, let alone enter its interior.
However, looking at Odin's dejected face, Luke's limited morals and conscience were pricked. After all, it seemed that he was the one who caused this scene. So, under the encouragement of his limited morals and conscience, Luke kindly reminded Odin.
Nidavellir was definitely gone, but wasn't there still an exiled paradise? After all, it could have been considered part of the World Tree. Pulling it back in wouldn't be rejected by the World Tree's energy; it might even be happily accepted.
One less Nidavellir, one more Heavenly Kingdom. The Nine Realms are still the same, right? Wait until the energy circulates and slowly recovers, and eventually things will return to normal.
Odin instinctively resisted Luke's reminder, but it only took a moment for him to suppress the resistance.
He had exiled Heavenly Kingdom in a rage and removed it from the World Tree's energy cycle because he thought it had kidnapped and killed his daughter. However, it later became clear that there were many accidents and misunderstandings involved.
Of course, even if you asked Odin to bow his head at that time, it would be impossible for him to do so. After all, the two sides were hostile and at war. As the victor, how could he bow his head and admit his mistakes to a loser? Especially when this loser deeply hated him and Asgard?
But now, the Queen of Heaven seemed to have perished at the hands of Luke's creation. The remaining high-ranking angels brought out by the Queen of Heaven had suffered heavy losses in Nidavellir, if not complete annihilation. Only a few cats remained. The power of Heaven had fallen to an unprecedented low, even weaker than after being torn out of the Yggdrasil energy cycle.
In this case, if the remaining angels in Heaven are willing to submit to Asgard and obey Odin's orders, then it seems that it is not impossible to pull Heaven back to stabilize the foundation of the World Tree that has been repeatedly damaged?
After all, if they wanted to reinforce the World Tree and prevent its energy cycle from further decline, Luke's proposal was the best one available. While the new energy could certainly be used to increase the World Tree's energy, even if Luke agreed to use it to compensate for its losses, the other two wouldn't. Furthermore, this approach would take time, while returning to Heaven would be much more effective.
Thinking of this, Odin nodded slowly.
"I will let Asgard's negotiator talk to the remaining angels in the Kingdom of Heaven. If they are willing to let go of their hatred, Asgard welcomes them to return to the embrace of the World Tree and become one of the new Nine Realms." Odin showed a kind and gentle smile on his face.
"In fact, they have already submitted the letter of surrender." Luke coughed twice, his eyes a little vague, and he looked up at the starry sky ceiling in the conference room, as if there was something on it that deeply attracted him, and said.
Hearing Luke's words, Odin instinctively sensed something was amiss. His single intact eye fixed on Luke, who was staring intently at the conference room ceiling, and he spoke slowly, "Asgard and I have not received the angels' letter of surrender."
"They handed it to me. To be exact, it was handed to my creation." Luke withdrew his gaze, looked at Odin, and spread his hands.
"The creature that killed the Queen of Heaven?" Odin's expression softened subconsciously as he thought of that muscular, dark-skinned, aged, silent yet powerful creature. He wasn't afraid of him, but he was terrified that he'd storm into Asgard and summon the Abyss during the battle. Then, like Malekith, he'd curse like crazy.
He would rather leave the Kingdom of Heaven to Luke than let that creature set foot in Asgard's territory! That is the real source of the spread of the abyss energy!
Anyway, the Nine Realms had never truly submitted to him. They had submitted to Asgard, a race of angels that had suffered heavy losses of power. They were just captives to be transferred. As long as the energy circulation of the Nine Realms could be restored to normal, it would be fine.
"Yes. Their last survivors have been granted protection by the Light Luke." Luke didn't hold back. After explaining the entire situation to Odin, he said he would use the angels from the Angelic Realm to offset the cost of his actions and the agreed-upon reward. He could either refund some of the deposit Odin had given him, or simply place an incremental order to supplement the amount.
Odin couldn't help but grin. Previously, due to the war's shortage of craftsmen, some of the technology and lucrative orders for Transcendental Equipment had been awarded to Hybern. But now that the major wars were over, only small-scale skirmishes remained. Tensions in Asgard had eased significantly, and the demand for these much-needed Transcendental Equipment and healing supplies had naturally subsided. Luke's actions, such as using incremental orders to cover deposits, were undoubtedly a form of manipulation in Odin's eyes. But Odin didn't care. Wasn't their group originally founded on the promise of lucrative, visible profits and the ability to exploit each other's strengths?
In terms of sacrifice, Luke, who had been given a portion of the new energy authority, had sacrificed the most. After all, the foundation of their small group was built on Luke's new energy.
Concept giving.
What a terrifying talent.
Odin muttered to himself. Who among those present hadn't considered the source of this new energy? They all understood the idea, but the technology lay in Luke's hands. So, while it might seem like Luke wasn't really involved, he was the real key, mastering the technology.
The meeting ended.
Odin went back to supervise Thor and the others in dealing with the complicated affairs of Asgard. Mephisto also needed to go back to the Hell dimension to prepare and receive Luke's technology and sealing equipment. Luke had a heavier burden. He needed to prepare and manufacture equipment. All subsequent plans and implementation were based on whether his technology could succeed.
However, neither Odin nor Mephisto had any doubts about Luke's technical and manufacturing capabilities. After all, strictly speaking, Abyssal Energy was also a new energy with extreme properties, although it might have been severely mutated.
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"It's time for me to retire." Ancient One said lightly as he and Luke walked side by side.
"Have you seen your own death date again?" Luke raised an eyebrow. He had also studied the Time Stone's power. Although it was very limited and couldn't be used like the Ancient One and the later Stephen Strange, it was still possible to apply it in combination with data dimensions. The Ancient One had also told him about his own death.
"Not really, it's just that I think Stephen Strange is more suitable for the current Sorcerer Supreme. Whether it's cooperating with you or leading the sorcerers into a new future." Ancient One said calmly.
"We still need your power, Master Ancient One," Luke said sincerely. "If you want to leave, it's best to take that old man Odin with you."
"I didn't say I was leaving. I simply relinquished my position as Sorcerer Supreme. But you can arrange for me a position at the Energy Bank, preferably one with less fuss." The Ancient One shrugged. Without Luke, she would likely have left the universe and wandered. But Luke showed her a new possibility, like a brand new timeline carved out within the existing one. The future became both unknown and exciting. She wanted to see how far her own future could take her in this universe, and how far Luke could take her. How far could this unprecedented group of demons, where trust was still fragile, reach?
"So, is there something you need my cooperation with?" Luke immediately understood why Ancient One stayed and said these words to him.
"It's just a small idea." Ancient One smiled: "What do you think of Dormammu?"
"The lord of the dark dimension? Was he chosen?" Luke asked.
"He has to suffer a little more before he will behave himself. Master Strange and the others also need to go through some trials and tribulations." said Gu Yi.
"I understand. What do you need me to do?" Luke had no objection to the Ancient One's arrangement. He had a vague idea of what he was planning, but he had no intention of stopping or opposing it. Even if something went wrong, he and the Ancient One would still be there to back it up. If things really didn't work out, they could just drag Nidavellir over and stuff him into the Dark Dimension.
"I don't need you to do anything. Just don't help." Gu Yi said, "I know this is a bit unreasonable, but the matter of the Hell Dimension can give you a reason not to be here. I will tell the mages that you are not here, but are going to the Hell Dimension or the Nine Realms to deal with some important matters."
"I'm fine with either," Luke nodded. He certainly wouldn't actually go to the Hell dimension, but it would be fine to stay in his own Silent City, or somewhere else, to temporarily disconnect from some people. Silent City could then switch to defensive mode, denying entry to anyone without high-level authorization.
"Could it be that the lineage of mages still has deep connections with demons from other dimensions?" Luke asked at last.
"The connection between mages and dimensional demons is far deeper than you imagine. Many mages have already reached a point of no return." Gu Yi paused and added, "Although the new energy has certain potential risks, it is still safer and more autonomous than the power from some dimensional demons. After the mages have experienced and verified the existence of the new energy, the closely connected dimensional demons behind it will likely become aware of it. It's hard to say they won't be interested. After all, the demons' pursuit of power is like humans' pursuit of power and money: greedy and never satisfied."
I used to not care about what happened behind their backs, but not Strange. I can help him clean up when I finally leave."