LGHTNOVELBOOK Chapter 145: Avengers X
In the meeting room, the atmosphere was tense. Black Widow sat nearby, looking distant but focused. She had finally broken free of Loki's mind control after Trish had knocked her unconscious. Now, regaining her composure, she insisted on staying and contributing. Fury scanned the team, his gaze lingering on the other half who stood with Dave. These powers were extraordinary, and the weight of the situation was palpable.
Fury cleared his throat, addressing the group. "Coulson's death was unfortunate," he began, his tone heavy with sorrow. "But there's nothing we can do to change that now."
He took a moment to let his words sink in before continuing. "However, we've located Loki again. He's at the top of Stark Tower, using it as a staging ground. It appears he's planning to open the space portal there."
Dave nodded in understanding. "The energy from Stark's Arc Reactor can provide him with more than enough power to achieve that," he explained, his tone calm but serious.
Fury nodded in agreement. "Then we need to move fast. Damage to Stark Tower will have to be secondary to stopping him. Let's go—if we work together, we can destroy the device and take Loki down."
The team nodded in unison, their resolve firm. It was time to act.
As the team prepared to head out, Fury called out orders. "Banner, Stark, Widow, Barton, Rogers—you're on the front lines. Dave, I'm counting on you to handle any surprises Loki might throw our way. Trish, stay in reserve for now; your abilities could turn the tide if things go south."
"rest, focus on evacuating the civilians safely while killing any Alien bitch that come in the way" Pepper, Emma, Diana, Hancock and Rhodes nodded hearing him.
Dave glanced at Trish, who smirked confidently. "Reserve? Sure, I'll hang back… for now," she said, twirling sword idly.
Tony adjusted his armor, glancing at the others. "Alright, everyone knows their roles. Let's go make Loki regret picking Stark Tower as his battleground."
The Quinjet roared to life as the team boarded. On the flight, Dave remained quiet, his mind racing with strategies. Fury sat beside him, observing. "I know you're not used to working as a team," Fury remarked. "But this isn't about you—it's about stopping a threat bigger than all of us."
Dave didn't respond immediately. Finally, he spoke, his voice calm but firm. "I don't need a reminder, Fury. I'll do what needs to be done. Loki's illusions won't work on me again."
The Quinjet descended toward Stark Tower, its lights illuminating the night sky. As they approached, they could see Loki standing atop the tower, the Tesseract glowing brightly as it activated the portal. Above, the sky began to twist and shimmer, revealing a dark void filled with an approaching army of Chitauri.
"Showtime," Tony said, his suit's thrusters flaring as he leaped out of the Quinjet.
"Remember the plan," Steve ordered, gripping his shield tightly as he prepared to follow.
From behind him, two flame-engulfed wings emerged as Captain began to use his Devil Fruit ability. He jumped out, chasing after Tony.
Atop Stark Tower, Loki lifted his scepter and slammed it into the ground, releasing a dome of green energy around him and the Tesseract reactor. The portal also stabilized, and the Chitauri army began to emerge.
Tony used his foul fire to punch through the energy barrier Loki had created, but nothing happened.
"Dave, you filthy mortal! If you dare step in and fight me!" Loki roared, glaring at Dave as he approached the barrier.
"That's what I wanted, Loki," Dave said as he calmly walked through the glowing barrier.
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"I guess we have to take care of this," Tony said with a sigh as he launched himself forward. He clenched his armored hand and activated Black Haki, charging forward and crushing the Leviathan that had just emerged from the portal, sending it crashing down.
Captain nodded and said, "Dave is engaging Loki on his own, we will now focus on evacuating the civilians," he added, as the others nodded in agreement.
Thor arrived just in time and slammed Mjolnir down, but Loki barrier was able to block it, redirecting the attack with a powerful energy burst. He then looked at Loki inside the barrier, his eyes narrowing. "Loki, how have you become so strong?" Thor asked, confused and concerned as he observed his brother's new abilities.
"Hey buddy, clearly not time for your usual brotherly reunion, huh?" Tony said, passing Thor with a quick pat on the back as he aimed to take down the alien invaders. "Why don't you help us take care of these guys first?" he added, focusing on the incoming army while the others took also killed the incoming Aliens.
Thor nodded as he taking a last look on him left, going after an leviathan.
Dave looked at Loki, his gaze unwavering as he spoke, "You have mastered an Infinity Stone?" he asked, his voice calm but laced with challenge.
Loki chuckled, a wicked smile curling on his lips. "You even know about it, huh?" he replied, clearly amused.
"It seems Asgard now lets any filth into their library," Loki added, his tone dripping with sarcasm as he glanced at Dave.
"Tell me now, mortal," Loki continued, stepping closer with a mocking grin, "how are you planning to face me when I have an Infinity Stone, and you have nothing?"
A cold smirk crossed Dave's face as he slowly reached for his Devil Sword Dante. "A coordinated effort, Loki," he said, his voice low, his confidence unwavering. "I have an Infinity Stone too."
Loki's expression faltered for a moment as he looked at Dave, puzzled. "Infinity Stone of... power?" Loki mumbled, confused.
Dave grinned, his eyes glinting with purpose. "It was on Morag," he said, pulling the stone out from beneath his cloak. "I took it."
Without a moment's hesitation, Dave activated the power of the stone, his Devil Sword Dante glowing ominously with newfound energy. "Let's play, Loki," he said, his tone a mixture of challenge and amusement, ready for the battle ahead.
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