[TL: Happy Halloween! and Here is a Extra Chapter]
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When Natasha Romanoff returned with Wanda and Pietro, Barton chose not to come along, and neither did his wife, Mockingbird Laura.
This wasn't about a lack of trust in Su Che and the others.
The main reason was that Barton and Laura didn't want to appear in the public eye too much.
According to Barton, a Silver Moon Knight, an Iron Man, and a Captain America were already enough to attract attention.
Online discussions about these three hadn't died down even now.
He had a feeling this group would inevitably attract even more attention in the future.
So, when there were no missions, it was better to stay on the farm and enjoy life with his wife, Laura!
Regarding Barton's choice, to be honest, Su Che wasn't surprised.
In fact, even by the end of the Avengers alliance, Barton never chose to expose his wife and children.
Su Che was more concerned about the second "enemy" he had created.
It seemed... things were developing in a different direction.
But this was exactly what Su Che wanted to see.
After all, the design of the first enemy, Olivia Temple, had been too anticlimactic.
So this time, the more realistic, the better!
Including Olivia Temple, when Su Che designed them, he only set their identity background and abilities.
Everything else had a very high degree of freedom.
As for whether they would break character, Su Che wasn't worried.
After all, Su Che knew the fatal weakness of every "enemy" produced by the system perfectly!
He had even created them himself.
So, compared to that, Su Che looked forward to seeing who would get the new diary entry quota after the second "enemy" was defeated.
Well, gotta curse a bit here.
Damn Nick "Heart of Stone" "Trust Issues" Fury!
At the same time!
"Deal, I love this plan!"
Looking at the Titan Thanos sitting on the stone throne before him, Loki stood at the foot of the steps, his charming smile still in place: "I am the second prince of Asgard, the first in line to inherit the throne of Jotunheim!"
"Whether it's Asgard, Earth, or Jotunheim, as long as you are willing to help me become a true king, I can help you retrieve the Space Stone!"
"Although I don't understand why Earth is so weak, you seem unwilling to go there yourself!"
As soon as Loki finished speaking, the Chitauri leader instantly turned into a phantom and appeared beside him, pressing his weapon against Loki's neck.
"Show some respect in the presence of the Master, or I will snuff out your insignificant, ant-like life immediately!"
Facing the Chitauri leader threatening him at such close range, Loki frowned and tilted his head.
It was unclear if he was avoiding the weapon at his neck or if the Chitauri leader's breath was less than fresh.
"I have been waiting for an opportunity."
Thanos waved his hand casually, signaling the Chitauri leader to step back.
After he respectfully retreated, Thanos took off his helmet and placed it on the double-edged sword beside him.
"Over time, I have come to do what is right."
"This universe is on the brink of collapse. Only by eliminating half of all life can the universe maintain balance and continue to exist."
"Although this process is filled with blood, brutality, and lamentation,"
"one day, everyone will understand me."
Saying this, Thanos glanced at Gamora standing below the throne.
"There are too many beings in the universe. I might not be able to save it within my lifetime."
"Therefore, I need to gather all the Infinity Stones. Then, with a mere snap of my fingers, half of all life will vanish!"
"So, Asgardian, go. Go to that fragile Earth and bring me the Space Stone."
"I will honor my promise and grant you the Earth."
Hearing Thanos's words, Loki spread his arms and laughed, "A fair deal! But how do I find the Space Stone?"
"Use this!"
Thanos had Proxima Midnight hand the Scepter to Loki.
"The humans of Earth are researching the Space Stone. The Chitauri leader will assist you with their technology, using the Scepter's energy to stimulate the Space Stone—this unique Infinity Gem."
"Once the portal is open, you can lead the Chitauri to conquer Earth."
Looking at the Scepter in his hand, Loki raised an eyebrow: "I like this kind of excitement, this chaos!"
"I imagine my foolish older brother will let out a delightful roar when I invade with the Chitauri!"
After watching Loki being led away by the Chitauri leader...
Nebula spoke up: "Father, I don't understand."
"For a place as weak as Earth, why must we let this Asgardian—who was swept to the Chitauri homeworld by spatial turbulence—handle it?"
"Father, if you are willing, you wouldn't even need to dispatch the Chitauri. Just lead us, and we will surely crush Earth!"
In response to Nebula's request, Thanos shook his head: "You don't understand, Nebula. Earth is not as fragile as you think."
"If we descend upon Earth personally, that venerable Asgardian will appear to stop us!"
"This Asgardian, Loki, is full of hatred, prejudice, and ridiculous ambition."
"Having him lead the Chitauri will naturally avoid... unnecessary complications."
Having said that, Thanos looked at Gamora, who was fiddling with her dagger: "My daughter, do you understand?"
Facing Thanos's question, Gamora nodded lightly: "He is merely a tool."
"For tasks that can be accomplished with a 'tool,' one only needs to meet the 'tool's' minor demands to achieve the desired result."
Hearing that Gamora understood his meaning, Thanos nodded in relief.
He never liked to explain. Just like his words moments before—although it was Nebula who asked, he was speaking more for Gamora's benefit.
After all, in Thanos's heart, Gamora was his favorite daughter.
Once he saved this universe and completed his mission, he would bestow everything he had upon Gamora.
Then, he would return to Titan to live in seclusion!
Thanos's words were clearly meant to be instructive.
However, after hearing Gamora's answer, a deep jealousy flashed in Nebula's eyes.
Father has always loved my sister the most...
Clearly, I am no worse than her...
Huh?
Why does this line sound so familiar?
Wait, isn't that Loki's line?
Tsk!
It seems the fates of Nebula and Loki are quite similar!
If these two, sharing such similar fates, were to be in contact for a long time...
Wait... Loki and Nebula wouldn't fall in love, would they?!
Then what about Hill?