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Chapter 127: Ancient One: Young People Mess With Me

In the end, what happened this time deviated greatly from the original plot. What if the Ancient One suddenly gets nervous and thinks it's better to restore the original course and bring things back on track?

Not to mention, how many people have to die just in her own family!

So she still has to lay things out clearly.

The Ancient One's bald forehead was covered with dark lines; clearly, she was the one here to seek forgiveness, so why was she being blackmailed by this fellow instead?

And the threat was direct, targeting the future Doctor Strange—this was her lifeblood...

She helplessly said, "Don't worry, none of my conditions will be difficult for you. First, before 2017, ensure the safety of Stephen Strange and make sure he does not die in an accident!"

Thor couldn't help but feel a bit puzzled: "Didn't you see his future? Aren't you relieved?"

The Ancient One glared at him. "I was relieved, but now I'm worried. Because of you, many people who would have died survived, and many who were alive died. I don't want the best magician among us to meet with an accident!"

Thor frowned. It seems he was being blamed for something...

"No problem, I promise. But I only guarantee the safety of the mortal world. If he wants to put himself in danger, I can't intervene."

Thor assured her that there were some things the Ancient One couldn't handle alone, but they were straightforward. It was enough to keep an eye on things.

The current Doctor Strange was just an ordinary doctor. Even if he got into trouble, it was only at the mortal level.

"Second, don't mess with the Eye of Agamotto!"

After the Ancient One said this, she gave Thor a look.

"Hey, why am I being accused?"

Thor was dissatisfied.

The Ancient One gave him a meaningful glance and explained, "The stone is in my possession, and I won't let you have it. But once I'm not around, if you want the gem, no one can stop you."

Thor was speechless. He hadn't even done anything yet, but it seemed he was being treated like a thief. What was this about?

"I'm not Thanos. Why would I want a family heirloom like the Eye of Agamotto? It's not like I need a hot potato."

Though, to be honest, he did have a slight interest...

"Yes, you can agree to that, but the Eye of Agamotto is yours now, not necessarily in the future. What if Strange cries and asks me to keep it?"

Thor frowned.

The Ancient One shook her head. "If Strange gives it to you willingly, then it is yours."

Thor was taken aback. It was that easy?

The Ancient One continued, "Strange is the wisest among us. There must be a reason for his choice."

It was clear she placed great importance on Doctor Strange.

"Okay, what about the final condition?"

"One last condition—I want you... to join Kamar-Taj!"

"No! Absolutely not!"

It wasn't Thor who refused but Odin, who had been listening silently. His expression changed immediately.

Odin was truly angry. How dare someone dig into Asgard? Was there an intention to abduct the future king?

Did they think he couldn't take action?

Thor also had a strange expression. The bald woman seemed to be out of her mind. The first two conditions were acceptable, but the last one was pushing it.

Did they think Kamar-Taj's sorcerers had too easy a life and needed a challenge? Odin watched from the side.

Moreover, as an Asgardian warrior, would it be peaceful to go meditate with them?

"Your Excellency Sorcerer Supreme, if you have any requirements, just state them directly. There's no need for subterfuge."

Odin's voice turned cold. He was mentally prepared to oppose the Ancient One.

Damn it, let's see who is more formidable. You're powerful, I'm powerful, and I have a powerful son. When the time comes, I'll have Thor level Kamar-Taj with his hammer!

Though the Ancient One had always kept Earth's activities hidden from Heimdall, Odin, as the hand of the gods, still had a way to gauge Thor's strength.

If Thor hadn't been strong enough, he would have been wiped out by Hela years ago...

The Ancient One smiled. "Your Majesty, don't worry, I'm not here to abduct anyone. I just want His Highness Thor to become an honorary elder of Kamar-Taj. It's similar to being an honorary dean of a college in the mortal world..."

The system's voice warned Thor: "Be cautious; this old woman might be trying to make you a free laborer. Don't agree!"

Thor thought: I don't need you to tell me. The Ancient One is a tricky one!

An honorary title for hard work? If you want to talk nonsense, the most unscrupulous capitalists nowadays know that big promises are false, and real benefits are real.

What, are we discussing dreams?

What dream? No!

The Ancient One seemed to have anticipated Thor's reaction and continued: "Certainly not for free. You will receive the same treatment as the Sorcerer Supreme, and can call upon Kamar-Taj's sorcerers from around the world when needed. All of Kamar-Taj's knowledge and magic will be accessible to you."

"Including the Book of Cagliostro?"

Thor was taken aback.

"Don't ask me about such things. If you don't ask, you can pretend not to know. But if you ask, you can't!"

The Book of Cagliostro wasn't particularly precious, but its contents were very sensitive, including information about the Dark Dimension.

The pages stolen from the future came from this book.

At this point, Casillas, a twenty-five-year-old boy, had yet to make his move.

The Ancient One cleared her throat. "When Kamar-Taj is passed to the next generation, the best successor has already emerged. However, although Strange is considered the best, the challenge he faces is also the most terrifying."

When the Ancient One used the Eye of Agamotto previously, she saw some events after her death, including the scene where Strange confronted Dormammu...

It was truly tragic.