Ben: Let Us Usher in the Infinity War

After Wanda and Quicksilver returned, Ben took the opportunity to test their abilities as well.

They then realized that Wanda and Quicksilver's powers were both very weak at this point, and Quicksilver's current speed had not even broken the sound barrier.

Although it's fast, if he were sent to the battlefield like this, he probably still wouldn't escape being hit by a bullet.

I'm the weakest speedster ever.

Quicksilver was like that, Wanda's sorcery was also very weak; not even one ten-thousandth of the power of her Chaos Magic was activated.

Ben is very interested in Chaos Magic.

This energy originates from the Chthon. In the Darkhold left by Chthon, a large portion is dedicated to the separate records of Chaos Magic and the Scarlet Witch.

This is sufficient proof of the power's strength.

However, Wanda and Quicksilver's abilities are still too weak right now, and it seems they need to be stimulated by the power of the gems.

There's no rush.

The gemstone is still under investigation and requires a large amount of data as a basis.

Moreover, Sakaar is currently selecting combat-ready warriors to fill the ranks of the Galactic Plumbers, and only after forming a powerful army will they launch a counterattack against Thanos.

Now, he still needs to gather other forces on Earth to join the battle.

Uncle Ben and Aunt May, on the other hand, immediately felt an immense hunger after their first intensive training session.

They were now eating the high-calorie chocolates Peter had originally prepared for Venom, stuffing handfuls of them into their mouths.

Now, Uncle Ben finally understands what it means to say, "You'll understand when you get to my age."

Now he feels he truly understands.

After a while, Wanda and Quicksilver joined the gluttonous feast. Although they seemed much more normal than Uncle Ben and Aunt May, Ben still had the idea of hiring for the company.

Putting everything else aside, at least we need to find a cook, otherwise he's really afraid these people will starve to death at the company.

The four of them were eating together when Uncle Ben and Aunt May saw Wanda and Quicksilver and started chatting with them.

Although they looked younger, Uncle Ben and Aunt May were still elders, and their kind and approachable manner instantly put Wanda and Quicksilver at ease.

The camaraderie deepened, especially when they learned that each other was also in reserve Plumbers.

In Primus, the special training for Plumbers continues.

Meanwhile, Ben took some time to visit H.A.M.M.E.R., intending to talk to them about what happened after the Battle of New York.

With Avengers Tower destroyed, the Avengers temporarily set up base on the H.A.M.M.E.R. Helicarrier.

However, in reality, the only people permanently stationed on the mothership are Captain America, Natasha, Barton, and T'Challa, the Black Panther who joined the Avengers not long ago.

T'Challa's performance in the last war against the Chitauri was outstanding, which earned him more say in the Avengers.

However, he didn't actually speak very often.

As the next king, T'Challa was well aware that he still had shortcomings in some areas.

He's young; at this age, learning is more important than rushing to speak.

"The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the plan to counterattack Thanos." Ben gathered several key figures within the Avengers to discuss this very issue.

As long as Thanos lives, he will definitely make a comeback.

This is something that everyone else understands without Ben having to say it.

Therefore, even Steve, who had previously advocated for a ceasefire, did not raise any objections.

On the contrary, it Stark.

He wasn't on the mothership at the moment, but his virtual projection was.

Tony glanced at Ben, then said, "A counterattack, that's a good plan, but I have a question." He held up his hand, pointed at Ben, and then waved it back and forth, as if drawing a line between them.

"He--"

"The Avengers are having a meeting, what's this guy doing here?"

Shouldn't bystanders be cleared out?

Clearly, Tony was still resentful that Ben had left Earth during the war to support the Galactic Plumbers.

But actually, Ben went to rescue Looma.

"Don't be so reckless, Tony," Steve advised. "If it weren't for the Galactic Plumbers, Thanos wouldn't have retreated so easily. And the fact that we were able to stop the Chitauri army back then was largely thanks to Primus's Iron Robots."

However, Steve's attempt to persuade Tony in the opposite direction only ignited a powder keg within Tony.

"I never agreed to a ceasefire in the first place!"

"I said, if he wants to fight, then we'll fight to the end! You're the ones who made him leave!"

He angrily berated everyone present, or perhaps he was simply venting his emotions.

Finally, his gaze swept over everyone, and he said, "I won't participate in your operation, because I have more important things to do!"

"I don't care at all whether any of you leave this planet to do what you call 'more important things' in the universe. I don't care at all."

"Because I can protect everyone myself."

After saying that, Tony cut off the communication.

Everyone remained silent, not uttering a single word.

After a long pause, Steve patted Ben on the shoulder and said, "Don't mind him, he's just throwing a tantrum. He says the Asgard are immature, but actually, he's like a child himself."

"I'm not angry."

Ben was definitely not angry.

To be honest, rather than being angry, he was more like watching Tony's current situation with amusement.

From Tony Stark creating so many suits of armor, even going so far as to install signal receivers inside his own body, to the Iron Soldiers' great achievements, the deactivation of the Planetary Shield, and Ben's departure from Earth...

All the problems were telling Tony that he couldn't rely on anything else but himself and those Iron Warriors.

Therefore, he would inevitably begin to devise a global defense plan, Ultron would be born as a result.

Ultron: After browsing the internet for five minutes, I decided to destroy the world!

Although Bant knew that Ultron would appear, Ben did not intend to warn Tony or stop him.

Given Tony's arrogant personality, even if Ben emphasized it to him repeatedly, he probably wouldn't listen; instead, it would only provoke his rebellious nature.

What?

You're saying I'm not good enough?

Do you think I'm not as smart as you?

I'm determined to prove I can!

Geniuses are often arrogant and headstrong; they won't learn their lesson until they've been truly slapped in the face.

Moreover...

I'm not his father.

When Tony makes a big fuss and can't solve the problem himself, and is forced to ask for his help, he will understand the price of arrogance and conceit.

At that point, Ben will definitely make him buy all the electronic screens in New York and play on a loop the message, "I, Tony Stark, am a fool. I'm not even as smart as one of Ben Parker's toes."

"So, Captain, now you know why I didn't join the Avengers, or even want to be a hero that much?"

Ben asked.

After saying that, before Steve could even think about the connection between the two, Ben began to explain himself.

"Becoming Super Hero means enjoying praise and applause, but also bearing responsibility and expectations."

"Isn't this right?"

Ben shook his head.

"The key is expectation. People always expect heroes to do anything, they want you to become the person they envision. Once you fail to meet their expectations, they complain, hate, and curse..."

"That's true for Tony, and even more so for everyone else."

"I am not a hero, nor do I need to be anyone's expectation of me."

People's expectations and disappointments with Super Hero... will become increasingly heavy over time, until everyone is overwhelmed.

At that point, a single small spark would be enough to instantly turn the Avengers, an organization that has endured many trials and tribulations and defeated countless powerful enemies, into a disorganized mess.

"But you are already a hero," Natasha comforted her.

If it weren't for Ben and the Galactic Plumbers, they would have had a hard time dealing with the giant Chitauri Beast, and the countless Chitauri Soldier would have been a huge problem as well.

Not to mention that in the operation to eliminate Hydra, the presence or absence of Ben would have resulted in two completely different outcomes.

Norman also said, "Everyone has their limits. You've done enough, and I know you left because you trusted us."

"If Tony knew you believed in him, he wouldn't blame you. He'd be angry with himself, feeling he hadn't done his best and had let you down. That's just the kind of person he is," Captain America said.

That's just the kind of person he is.

Everyone was comforting Ben, thinking he was blaming Ben for his inadequacy and for leaving Earth, feeling unworthy of the title of hero.

But Ben shook his head and said, "That's not what I meant."

He wanted to explain, but then he thought about how anyone could become Super Hero in this country, and he felt relieved.

Even though I commit domestic violence, theft, and robbery... I have Superpowers, so I'm still a good hero.

But for Ben, it was different.

Hero is a sacred title, and only a few are worthy of it, regardless of Superpowers or equipment.

It is the mind.

"Let's get back to our original topic," Ben said.

Thanos's intention is to wipe out half of all life in the universe. He believes he is maintaining the balance of the universe, and the awakening of the Infinity Stones in recent years has made him feel that he is the chosen one.

"A madman." Barton took a deep breath.

"Yes, he's a madman, but what's terrifying is that he's a madman with ideals and ability," Ben said.

A madman isn't scary; what's scary is a madman whose mind is perfectly normal, who is not only not stupid but also very intelligent, powerful, and influential... He has enough ability, time, and energy to realize his terrifying ideas.

Even if he fails this time, and fails again next time, he is not afraid, because he is persistent and can afford to wait.

At this point, everyone rubbed their temples in exasperation.

In reality, none of the Avengers actually fought Thanos.

However, clues can be gleaned from his subordinates alone.

Whether it's War Lord or Supergiant, they are essentially beings so powerful that it inspires despair.

If Loki hadn't awakened his Thor powers, and if Banner hadn't arrived in time to blow the War Lord's head off, the Avengers wouldn't have been able to withstand the recent offensive.

Ironically, the two people who saved the world this time were the very same two who were once considered enemies and monsters.

Now, Loki has returned to his divine realm, and according to him, he will soon ascend to the throne. Given his status, it's natural that Loki wouldn't frequently appear on Earth.

Doctor Banner was driven mad by this Supergiant and developed an even deeper fear of the Hulk.

In the past, when he became the Hulk, although his personality was split, they were essentially the same person. Banner could sense the outside world and could also influence the Hulk.

But this time, he completely lost control.

He looked a lot like the character he was after being controlled by the Witch in Avengers: Age of Ultron.

That feeling of complete loss of control—if it weren't for the fact that the Symbiote Loki was carrying was skilled in telepathy, Banner might have remained out of control for a very long time.

Banner dared not face the Hulk again, which meant they had lost the Hulk.

Now that Tony has also withdrawn from the operation, it means they have lost a powerful ally.

Tony also played a significant role in the last war.

His Veronica took down several Chitauri Beast in one go; without him, the war would have been even more difficult.

What's most impressive about Tony is that he's always improving, as if nothing can stop him.

Of course, Norman didn't mind Tony's absence.

In his view, the best inventors were right in front of him, and as for Tony, well, he was really unfamiliar with him.

What are your plans?

Steve asked instinctively.

Clearly, Ben is practically the external brain of the entire Avengers.

These muscular, but not stupid, guys have long since given up thinking and are just waiting for others to give them orders.

And Ben never disappointed them.

"The plan is simple!"

He spoke in a short, abrupt voice, as if he had been fully prepared.

"What the enemy opposes, we support; what the enemy supports, we oppose; what the enemy most desires, we will make sure they don't get!"

You mean...?

Natasha frowned slightly; not only him, but everyone understood what Ben meant.

"Competing with Thanos for the Infinity Stones?"

Barton picked up where Natasha left off.

"That's right!"

Ben nodded vigorously. He stood up. Although he was the youngest among the heroes present, his commanding manner convinced everyone.

It's as if he's the rightful leader of the Avengers!

"I said, Thanos wants war, so let him have war!"

"He wants the raw gem, so we'll get it before him!"

"Since this Infinity War is destined to break out—" Ben's gaze swept over the group of heroes, and everyone lowered their eyes, as if awaiting the baptism of the impending war.

"Then why let Thanos seize the initiative?"

"We can go first!"