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Chapter Thirty-Seven: It's Done Tonight

The temporary residence S.H.I.E.L.D. arranged for Thor was a charming villa, and the identity of the arrangement was that of a high-level agent.

When Thor arrived, he intended to say goodbye to Natalia with a casual gesture, but when he saw Maya Hansen waiting for him at the door, Natalia smiled knowingly and left.

"Who is she?" Maya Hansen asked, her tone cautious.

Normally, Maya Hansen wouldn't be so sensitive, but Natalia's striking beauty made even Maya, a woman herself, feel a sense of unease. This opponent was simply too formidable...

Thor patted her on the head and said, somewhat exasperatedly, "What are you thinking? Remember the young girl from before we left? She's grown up and is now one of S.H.I.E.L.D.'s top agents!"

Maya Hansen replied with clarity, "Your foresight has always been impressive. Even ten years ago, you could see that a little girl would grow up to be so exceptional. By the way, you only teased me back then because you saw the potential in Extremis, didn't you?"

Thor answered seriously, "I can often see a person's future potential, which helps me plan and make arrangements in advance. Natalia is an example, and so are you!"

In fact, Betty Ross is another case. Although she played a minor role in the film, she had the potential to become Red She-Hulk.

The topic shifted, and Thor continued, "But you need to understand that I have principles. If I don't truly have feelings for someone, even if I encounter a future savior, I wouldn't betray my own standards!"

"Pfft—" Maya Hansen's laughter interrupted the serious tone, and she said with irritation, "If you could be serious, I might actually consider you a prince charming! And don't forget, when we were together, you were already out of shape, so there was nothing charming about you!"

The awkward tension was dispelled, and the two finally relaxed, chatting about their respective lives.

Last night, Maya Hansen had returned to her hometown. Unfortunately, after so many years, everything had changed. Maya, who had no relatives or friends left, couldn't find a single familiar face. Even her disappearance years ago had not stirred any noticeable reaction.

This was undoubtedly due to S.H.I.E.L.D.'s intervention. Otherwise, the disappearance of a person, even a well-known botanist, would have caused quite a stir.

As for Thor's activities the previous night, she wasn't kept in the dark. After all these years, Maya Hansen was used to it. As the prince of Asgard, Thor was often surrounded by admirers eager to gain his favor.

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In the dimly lit room, two young figures huddled together, whispering.

When Thor had left the night before, he had left a note with his contact information.

Betty Ross, having slept off her hangover until noon, called in the afternoon.

She first apologized for her drunken state the previous night and then invited him to a movie that evening.

Betty Ross chose a new film titled *Alice vs. Zombies.*

Typically, if a man and woman who had just met went to a horror movie, it might be seen as having ulterior motives. When a woman does the same, it's often interpreted as a hint towards deeper engagement. Girls often hold the advantage in such situations...

However, as the mighty god of thunder, Thor was certainly not afraid of mere zombies—creatures that would fall before his hammer. After all, where was his hammer?

Adandoned Mjölnir in the New Mexico crater.....

But Betty Ross was different. She didn't yet possess the ironclad composure of General Ross and would often cling to Thor out of fear.

After the movie, they returned to Betty Ross's house and shared a drink. Betty Ross had not drunk much that evening and stayed sober. With a flushed face, she pulled Thor closer and said, "If you leave again tonight, I'll start to wonder if you prefer men..."

Thor felt a surge of excitement. Could it be that—

Tonight would be the night?

Just then, there was an unexpected knock at the door...

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