Chapter Seventy-Six: Loki Who Dies Again
"Currently, his strength should be slightly inferior to yours." Thanks to the magical bracelet I gave her initially, Natasha's strength is significantly higher than in the original timeline.
"However, Tony Stark's strength will improve gradually, and his armor will continue to evolve. He will become a central figure."
Thor spoke highly of Stark, which surprised Natasha.
"As for his character, you can trust him as much as you would trust Captain America in a just cause. Generally, aside from being a bit reckless and narcissistic, he's fine," Thor said, smirking.
Natasha noted down some key points. Then, she blinked and asked, "If possible, I'd like to assess you. Will you always stand by my side? What is your true strength?"
Thor hesitated for a moment before responding, "Are you asking for your own benefit, or is there another reason?"
"For myself," Natasha said with a smile, "You know me well. I can't know everything about you, right?"
Thor considered for a moment and then said, "To answer your first question: If it concerns you, then yes, I will always stand by your side. If it concerns S.H.I.E.L.D., then no.
S.H.I.E.L.D. has been corrupt for a long time, and you should be aware of that. I captured Zola myself, but then the government decided to integrate him into S.H.I.E.L.D.
That is a ticking time bomb that will eventually dismantle S.H.I.E.L.D. from within."
Natasha was about to respond, but Thor placed a finger over her lips: "Don't ask any further. It's useless to inquire now. Asking questions will only complicate things and alert potential threats."
"As for the second question regarding my strength: If I go all out, I can withstand every nuclear bomb on Earth and destroy any fleet within fifteen minutes."
Natasha's eyes widened in disbelief. Although the entire S.H.I.E.L.D. knew that Thor was powerful, they didn't realize he was this formidable. No wonder he disregards the politicians who attempt to oversee him. If this information were to leak, it could cause a significant stir in Washington.
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As Natasha was contemplating this, a tremendous roar suddenly filled the air, and a beam of colorful light descended from the sky, almost connecting heaven and earth. The light lasted for several moments before vanishing.
Jane Foster hurried over with an instrument and exclaimed excitedly, "Hey, hey, there's something happening! I just detected violent spatial fluctuations in the suburbs. According to my analysis, it's very likely that the legendary Bifrost has opened!"
Recently, Jane had read numerous Asgardian tomes and absorbed a lot of new knowledge. Although she had decided to become a superhero, she had not abandoned her original scientific aspirations.
Soon, Natasha's communication device buzzed. After listening to the report, she looked up at Thor and said, "An agent reported that there are some oddly dressed individuals in the suburbs, resembling Wonder Woman, Cheng Long, and Robin Han... They must be looking for you, right?"
Upon seeing the Bifrost, Thor instantly guessed their identities and knew they had come to Earth for a specific reason.
He sighed quietly, "Loki, Loki, you're up to your tricks again!"