Ch. 201Steve's Devotion and Ideal
Key Plot Points and Events
- Harvey offers Bruce Banner an opportunity to grow stronger after acknowledging his simple ideal of controlling the Hulk's power.
- Steve Rogers asks Harvey if he can grant Peggy Carter a longer lifespan and youth, revealing his desire to protect her and his guilt for their lost time together.
- Harvey agrees to grant Steve and Peggy his blessing, on the condition that Tony Stark tells them about the Void Cult first.
Character Developments
- Bruce Banner: Recognized by Harvey for his simple ideal, Banner gains confidence in his power and potential.
- Steve Rogers: Steve's love for Peggy drives his desire for greater power to protect her, revealing his devotion and guilt over their lost time.
- Tony Stark: Though not present in this chapter, Tony's influence is felt as Steve asks about his ideals and sustenance.
Significant Themes
- Reliance: Characters rely on different things for support – Banner relies on his ideal, Steve on Peggy, and Harvey on his power and independence.
- Time and Mortality: The cruelty of time and the inevitability of death are explored, with Harvey's power offering a chance to defy these limitations.
- Love and Devotion: Steve's love for Peggy drives his actions, while Harvey's lack of interest in forming connections highlights the fickleness of human hearts.
Character Interactions
- Harvey and Banner: Harvey acknowledges Banner's potential and offers him an opportunity to grow stronger.
- Harvey and Steve: Steve asks Harvey to grant Peggy a longer lifespan, revealing his guilt and desire to protect her. Harvey agrees but warns Steve about the potential changes in Peggy's feelings.
- Steve and Peggy (implied): Steve's love and devotion for Peggy, his former flame, drive his desire for greater power and his wish for her to live longer.