Chapter 193: Dr. Selvig

After the Battle of New York, Dr. Selvig suffered severe mental trauma and was even sent to a psychiatric hospital.

However, this mental trauma was not so much a residual effect of being controlled by the Mind Stone but rather a consciousness dislocation caused by his mind being opened to unimaginable possibilities.

As a mortal, he had witnessed too many incredible things through the power of the Infinity Stones and his research on the Space Stone, and his consciousness couldn't bear it, leading to this condition.

So, in the eyes of others, he often appeared deranged and did many unbelievable things.

But only he himself knew that what he was researching was truly unimaginable.

With the return of the Space Stone to Asgard and the cancellation of the Project Pegasus, Dr. Selvig resigned from his position as a scientific advisor of S.H.I.E.L.D. and returned to England to continue his research—

Although in reality, he was actually sent to a psychiatric hospital.

He and Jane Foster, who was also studying astrophysics, took different paths. Because of the knowledge in his mind, it was difficult for the mainstream academic community to understand his unconventional "science."

Now, Oaks's phone call came as a surprise to Dr. Selvig.

He had a vivid memory of the Druid who turned into a giant bird and carried him down from a building during the final battle in New York.

"Sometimes, I even feel like I've gone insane."

Dr. Selvig held a large plastic bag filled with small bottles—

Twenty or thirty different prescription medications, all of them related to mental health.

This was his temporary residence in London, and Oaks sat across from him.

He watched him unscrew a bottle, take a pill, screw the cap back on, then switch to another bottle, repeating the process.

"Don't you... drink water?"

Oaks swallowed his saliva. It seemed that the cost of Dr. Selvig's release from the psychiatric hospital was quite high.

"Ah, it seems that I eat faster if I drink some water."

Dr. Selvig stood up, poured a glass of water, took all the pills, and then threw the plastic bag aside.

"Alright, Dr. Oaks, what can I do for you? To be honest, you remembering me at least makes me feel like I haven't been forgotten by human society."

"Oh, please, there are plenty of people who remember you. They just can't comprehend 'science' beyond their understanding."

Oaks shrugged, it seemed that Dr. Selvig had been marginalized during this period.

"But coincidentally, I happen to possess some abilities beyond the understanding of the general public, don't I?"

Dr. Selvig rubbed his chin and nodded vigorously.

"Indeed, things like turning into a bear or a bird... You call that 'magic'?"

"Not long after the Battle of New York, I accepted Thor's invitation and went to Asgard."

Oaks's words caused Dr. Selvig's eyes to widen. He stood up excitedly, grabbed Oaks's shoulders tightly, and said:

"You went to Asgard? And you came back?"

"That's right, it's indeed a remarkable place... Odin even gave me a title and made me his royal advisor...

Well, that's not the point. The point is, Thor's brother has come to Earth."

Seeing Dr. Selvig's eyes almost bulging out, Oaks had to pry open his hands and push him back into his seat.

"Thor's brother, Odin's eldest son, the God of Light, Baldur Odinson. He has brought a message—

The Nine Realms within the 'World Tree' structure will soon experience a 'celestial convergence' that occurs every five thousand years.

And strange phenomena will occur on Earth, which is located in the 'Midgard' position.

Unlike five thousand years ago, if these peculiar phenomena cause panic in human society or invasion by beings from other worlds, it will be troublesome.

So, I want to find out more from you and, if possible, have a means to deal with it."

"Celestial convergence? A fitting name..."

When Dr. Selvig heard this term, he began muttering it under his breath:

"As expected, Asgard's technology is far more advanced than Earth's. They really know about this event that occurs every five thousand years... That's why what's happening now hasn't left any systematic records in human history!"

He stood up again and paced anxiously around the room:

"Indeed, reality is even crazier than my own mind. Lately, I've been tracking these strange phenomena and signals, which is why I came to London!"

He suddenly looked up:

"How much time is left?"

"I don't know. Even Asgard can only observe its occurrence but cannot precisely locate it in time."

Oaks shook his head. This celestial convergence was related to the Aether, the Reality Stone, and precautions had to be taken in advance.

When Oaks came in close contact with the Space Stone and the Mind Stone, he realized that he didn't have the ability to control them at that time..

However, now, was it possible to master the Reality Stone?

Oaks was indeed tempted.

But if the Reality Stone appeared, Odin would definitely not remain indifferent, and the risk of obtaining the Reality Stone was too great.

In reality, Oaks was more interested in the Mind Stone, the most helpful Infinity Stone for Sorcerers. However, it wasn't the right time yet.

So since Odin allowed Baldur to appear on Earth and tell him about the convergence, what is that old guy up to?

The blurred boundaries of the Nine Realms would allow the top bosses of the Nine Realms to temporarily have a perspective similar to Heimdall's and see through the Nine Realms.

Is he afraid that the recent rebellion in the Nine Realms might cause problems again during the convergence and wants to use this opportunity to force Baldur to stay at the convergence point and make him appear in the nine kingdoms?

Hmph, Odin is preparing on both sides again, all for the sake of establishing an heir to the throne.

"Let's go, we'll head to Stonehenge immediately!"

While Oaks was thinking, Dr. Selvig had already found his own invention:

"I have tested peculiar readings over there before. I need to go there personally to confirm!"

"Stonehenge..."

Stonehenge bears the mark of the Eternals. It seems that the convergence five thousand years ago left some records.

The Eternals were on Earth at that time, they wouldn't have missed it. It's hard to say if this has anything to do with Stonehenge.

Now Selvig has detected abnormal readings there again. Perhaps other ancient ruins will also exhibit similar phenomena?

"Um, let me explain things to the personnel in charge there later. Please don't do anything drastic!"

Oaks thought about the old man carrying his instrument and running naked in Stonehenge. While acting as a companion, he would have to cover for him and get him out of trouble. His head was buzzing:

"I have some connections here. I'll arrange it."

Oaks directly contacted the person in charge of the New Druidism, asking for their help in arranging permissions to enter the interior of Stonehenge.

As the New Druidism that celebrates the summer solstice in Stonehenge every year, it's really simple for them to arrange such matters.

The other party agreed readily, after all, Oaks had safely sent back many young followers who acted without authorization the last time.

As for the members who joined the Benevolence Society...

Personal freedom, they are open-minded about such things.

"It's settled, Dr. Selvig. Let's go."

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