Chapter: 198

"Our military satellites captured footage in Greenwich, showing an unknown alien army suddenly descending upon Earth. Shortly after their appearance, Mark and Thor also appeared there, not through the Bifröst of Asgard but seemingly materializing out of thin air, similar to the spatial portal opened by the Cosmic Cube during the Battle of New York.

According to the recent research conducted by Dr. Selvig, whom we have been closely monitoring, there have been phenomena of spatial disruptions in the area. This is related to the rare alignment of the Nine Realms that occurs once every few thousand years, which affects the stability of space between them.

Therefore, we speculate that Mark and Thor appeared in Greenwich through a spatial anomaly.

The particle beam that triggered an extremely high-energy alarm response in our agency was the devastating strike launched against the unknown alien warship after their arrival.

According to the satellite data, the impact left a crater with a diameter exceeding 120 meters and a depth of nearly 70 meters. Crystalline materials resembling those near a volcano were found in the vicinity. Thermal imaging thermography showed that the highest temperature at the center of the beam reached an astonishing 120,000 degrees Celsius.

What's even more astonishing is that such immense energy was perfectly contained within the entire beam range without dissipating outward.

Finally, based on the optical data of this beam and computer analysis, we obtained its emission data. Combining it with the latest real-time satellite orbit map, we found the only satellite that met all the criteria at the time. It was one of the four satellites Mark launched into space under the guise of private communication satellites two years ago.

After obtaining this result, we quickly checked the real-time status of the other three satellites. The results showed that the other three satellites also exhibited varying degrees of anomalies. We have reason to believe that these three satellites also possess the same orbital strike capabilities."

"So you mean the four satellites Mark launched into space are not communication satellites for personal use, but rather orbital weapons capable of launching deadly strikes?" Fury asked with a grave expression.

"Exactly. These four satellites indeed served the purpose of Mark's private communication satellites, but at the same time, they are powerful carriers of orbital weapons," Hill replied meticulously to Fury's question.

"Contact Mark and have him relinquish control of the four satellites. We are willing to provide him with the necessary compensation. If he refuses, don't hesitate to shoot down all four satellites. We cannot allow such a significant threat to linger over our heads at all times.

Also, notify Alexander Pierce that I agree with his proposal. If we really have to aim guns at everyone's heads, it should be handled by S.H.I.E.L.D."

"Yes, Director!"

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The scene returns to Greenwich. Just moments ago, Thor, after conducting a thorough search, returned with the Cosmic Cube and Aether particles, which were now back in his possession, to Asgard.

He needed to report the events to Odin and reallocate the destination of the Aether particles because ancient prophecies in Asgard had issued warnings. Under no circumstances should the six Infinity Stones be reunited, as it would bring unimaginable calamity.

Therefore, although Odin had never thought of collecting all six Infinity Stones and had hidden the stones separately, like how he hid the Cosmic Cube on Earth before, now the Aether particles also need to find a reliable destination.

So, after hastily bidding farewell to Mark, Thor returned to Asgard with the two treasures and promised Mark that when he sent Jane back to Earth, he would express his gratitude to Mark for the significant contribution he made to Asgard and the Nine Realms.

Mark did not feel disappointed about missing another opportunity to obtain the Aether particles and the Cosmic Cube. Because this experience had already brought him tremendous gains, which would keep him busy for a while. "It seems I'll return to that state of mad research again. Fortunately, my psychological issues have been resolved..."

While contemplating his future research plans and work arrangements, Baymax suddenly interrupted Mark's thoughts.

"Master, there's an incoming call. It's Agent Coulson from S.H.I.E.L.D."

"Patch it through. I already have an idea why he's calling me."

At this point, the purpose of the call was already evident. It was definitely about his orbital weapons satellites, even a child could figure that out.

However, although Mark had this thought, he wouldn't have brought up the matter himself if Coulson hadn't mentioned it. He could have played dumb and fooled his way out of it. It had been a long time since he last heard from Coulson.

"Mark, even if we're not friends, we're at least half comrades. Let's be frank. You know the reason why I called."

"Director said that as long as you voluntarily surrender control of the satellites, he will provide you with necessary compensation. Otherwise, they will immediately launch an attack on your four satellites without any compensation. You would be at a loss."

Upon Coulson's well-intentioned advice, Mark coldly chuckled without hesitation. He didn't agree to surrender. When he decided to use the orbital weapons to strike the Dark Elf warship, he anticipated this situation and had already prepared a countermeasure.

What he didn't expect was that S.H.I.E.L.D.'s phone call came so quickly. He had just saved the Earth from a crisis, and now S.H.I.E.L.D. was immediately coming to him for something. This action made Mark feel somewhat uncomfortable.

However, Mark didn't show it. He also understood Fury's nature, and he knew that it wasn't worth feeling upset about such matters. What mattered was that he had done the right thing and didn't regret it.

"Coulson, tell Director Fury this: I won't hand over the control of the orbital weapons satellites. Such weapons are far safer in my hands than in S.H.I.E.L.D.'s hands. But since you are not at ease, I won't insist. Give me a few days, and I will dismantle the satellites and return them to Earth through appropriate means. I believe that should resolve any concerns, right?"

"Okay, I got it. I'll relay your message to the Director. Also, Mark, I believe in your intentions for developing and launching the orbital weapons. I trust you to make the right choice." After saying that, Coulson hung up the phone, not putting much thought into Mark's "slip of the tongue" about S.H.I.E.L.D.

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