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Chapter 152: Hulk's Artificial Respiration
"Damn it!"
Both Thanos and Obsidian's eyes widened in shock.
To be honest, as supervillains with significant reputations in the universe, they could usually withstand nuclear bombs with some preparation, except for the weakened Ebony Maw. However, the close proximity caught them completely off guard. Before they could even activate the defensive systems of Sanctuary II, Thanos and the Black Order retreated in unison, fleeing at the fastest speed they had ever run.
Ebony Maw, aware he wouldn't survive the blast, waved his hand angrily as he fled.
At that moment, the differences among the four generals of the Black Order became starkly apparent. The Black Dwarf, who was running fastest, was immediately ensnared by Psychokinesis and pulled back. His enormous body shielded Ebony Maw...
Confused Black Dwarf: "???"
"Boom..."
Outside Sanctuary II, the fire spread rapidly, tearing apart the entire structure with a massive rift...
A mushroom cloud began to rise.
On the streets of New York, Stark was lowered to the ground by Hulk, unconscious.
Steve listened for his heartbeat and urgently asked, "I can't hear his heartbeat. Does anyone here have first aid experience?"
Hawkeye quickly stepped forward. "I do!"
He performed chest compressions on Stark and then administered mouth-to-mouth resuscitation...
Natasha could no longer bear to watch. "Okay, Clint, you're going to beat him to death at this rate!"
Thor landed from above and saw the group gathered around Stark. The atmosphere was tense. He hurried over. "Let me take a look."
Perhaps influenced by the somber mood, Hulk roared in frustration. "Aww..."
"I can't believe this!"
A wolf-like howl suddenly erupted in Stark's ears, startling him awake as he gasped for air.
"Huh? Why does my mouth feel swollen? Did you give me artificial respiration?"
He glanced around suspiciously.
Considering the participants, Natasha and Karla were clearly not responsible, and Thor and Clint were highly unlikely to have performed the procedure, so...
His gaze fell on the most likely suspect...
Captain America looked puzzled. "What are you looking at me for?"
"Cough cough..."
Thor interrupted Stark's confusion. "Let's not worry about Steve right now. Sorry, I didn't stop Hulk—he has a lot of lung capacity."
Thor was quite pleased with Stark's reaction. "Brother, think about it—Hulk did wake you up!"
"Alright, stop talking!"
Stark's face turned a shade of green as he felt the heat from his mouth.
Ignoring Captain America's confusion, the others maintained a silent, respectful watch.
Make of it what you will!
Captain America looked at Stark, who was now pale, and had a sudden realization.
So what? Saving lives is the most important thing! He once rescued Bucky from the HYDRA facility.
"Okay, what did you do now?"
Natasha flashed a beautiful smile.
"Yes, we won, and I gave a huge gift to the mastermind behind this. I'm sure he'll appreciate it."
Thor grinned mischievously.
Normally, shooting a rocket could make otherworldly beings beg, and now with a nuclear bomb, Thanos must be extremely "grateful" to him!
Thor's guess was accurate; Thanos was indeed very "grateful" to him, to the point of being profoundly irritated at Thor and his entire lineage...
In the office atop Stark Tower, Loki, frozen into an ice sculpture, lay on the floor, his eyes filled with fear.
"Uh... I'm worried that he might not survive. He shouldn't freeze to death, right?"
Karla looked at Thor with a mischievous smile.
"It's alright. You did well." Thor patted her head with satisfaction.
Loki, son of Laufey, being frozen to death was as absurd as Thor being electrocuted.
The freeze was lifted, and Loki, shocked, was picked up by Hulk.
"Are you still coming for me?"
Loki panicked.
"Wait!"
Thor suddenly spoke, causing Hulk to pause, his body shrinking slightly, looking at Thor as if intimidated.
Natasha and the others were speechless. What had Thor done to make Hulk, a fearless warrior, so apprehensive?
In reality, they had forgotten that Hulk, at heart, was still like a child. Being subconsciously afraid of someone who could overpower him was natural.
Loki burst into tears at the sound of Thor's voice, which he found comforting.
"The floor is too soft—use the shield!"
Thor took the shield from Steve and tossed it onto the ground...
Loki: "Damn it!"
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