"Do you have a problem with me?"
Stephen Strange instinctively furrowed his brows, narrowing his eyes as he sized up the world-famous genius scientist before him.
Since he had never used the Time Stone to peer into the other man's past or future, he had no idea why Iron Man was displaying such hostility toward him.
Normally, this should have been their first meeting. There should not have been any prejudice between them.
Besides, he had inherited the title of Sorcerer Supreme from Ancient One. From the Avengers Alliance's standpoint, shouldn't they have gladly accepted him?
So why did Tony Stark act as if he bore a deep grudge against him, his tone filled with naked, undisguised mockery?
If he had not taken into account that the other man was also a mage, Doctor Strange would have treated him like Thor and directly tried to read his mind to uncover the reason behind all this.
But unfortunately, he could not do that now.
Otherwise, once discovered, it would mean completely falling out with the entire Avengers Alliance, which would have serious negative consequences for the major crisis Earth was about to face.
"That's right! I know what you did in the past, Doctor Stephen Strange. For now, I reserve judgment on whether you are qualified to fulfill the duties of Sorcerer Supreme. And don't expect the Avengers to obey your leadership or cooperate with your plans. Because you are not Master Ancient One, who protected Earth and humanity time and again."
Tony clearly could not be bothered with nonsense and stated his position bluntly.
Hand over his precious daughter to be taught by a scumbag?
Not a chance!
Clearly, compared to Doctor Strange, Iron Man was more willing to trust Mordo, who had Allen's support and had established his own