The Death Question
Inside the sanatorium of Primus Technology.
Both father and son of the Osborn family are in a coma and are undergoing treatment.
Ben, Uncle Ben, and Aunt May were all outside the sanatorium, watching their condition through the glass. After Norman was injured, it was Uncle Ben and Aunt May who evacuated him from the front lines and brought him back. They had barely returned to Earth when they heard that Peter was also in trouble, and the two of them were very worried.
That's how it happened.
Flash was filled with self-blame, feeling that it was his fault that Peter into trouble. He thought that if he had contacted the Galactic Plumbers earlier, things might have been different.
"It's not your fault, child."
Although Uncle Ben was anxious, he didn't forget to comfort Flash.
This is indeed not his fault. Not to mention that they had no idea that Morlun possessed the Nemetrix, even if Flash had sought help from the Galactic Plumbers in time, he probably wouldn't have received any support immediately.
Norman Osborn led the main fighting force of the Galactic Plumbers into space. At this moment, even Steve is fighting on the front line of the universe. The few remaining scientists with combat capabilities are still researching antimatter weapons in Wakanda, and Banner is nowhere to be found. The only possible reinforcements to arrive are Connors.
However, even for Connors, who also draws power from Animal Totem, meeting Morlun would be nothing more than a suicide mission.
In other words, with Nemetrix in hand, most heroes at this stage are no match for Morlun.
"Multiverse Hunter Family?"
"They even dared to mess with my cousin; I think they have a death wish."
Ben sneered, already condemning the so-called Inheritors to death in his heart.
"The most important thing now is to rescue Peter," Uncle Ben said to Ben with a grim face. "Benny, can you track down Peter's current location?"
Ben shook his head. "These rats in the gutter are very cunning; the Galactic Plumbers on Peter has been ruined."
"What should we do then?" Aunt May exclaimed anxiously, "If we can't find Peter..."
She simply couldn't bear to think about it anymore.
"Don't worry, Venom went with him. According to Flash, that guy's abilities aren't very effective against Symbiote. Besides, I'm already tracking the spatial fluctuations in the Multiverse. If all else fails, I'll reshape the timeline," Ben reassured him.
Alien X is always the last resort.
"First, prepare to rescue Peter. Once we find out the whereabouts of Morlun or other Inheritor Family, we'll move in immediately."
"Leave the task of rescuing Peter to us." Upon hearing this, Uncle Ben immediately took a step forward, put his arm around Aunt May's shoulder, and said earnestly to Ben, "How dare they lay a hand on our nephew! We'll make them pay!"
They wouldn't feel comfortable letting anyone else rescue their own child.
Ben had no objection to this.
"Once we find a clue, we'll set off together."
However, Uncle Ben shook his head. "Benny, what we mean is, you stay. The situation in the universe is not optimistic, and the Galactic Plumbers still needs you."
Speaking of the universe, Ben frowned again.
"What about Uncle Norman? Didn't Brunnhilde say that the Galactic Plumbers was mainly responsible for relief work?"
"It is indeed a relief effort, but in essence, it is also about dividing up the former Shi'ar Empire's territory," Uncle Ben explained.
The Galactic Plumbers would not provide aid to civilizations and planets affected by war without compensation. To receive aid, one would naturally have to join the Galactic Plumbers Galactic Plumbers and become one of the planets and civilizations under its rule.
"Perhaps that's why the Incursean Empire was dissatisfied, and they sent a small fleet to attack the rescue ship, which Norman was on at the time," Aunt May sighed.
Norman Osborn's original intention was to use this event to strengthen the connection between Earth and the universe, and also to enhance Earth's status in the Galactic Plumbers alliance and even in the universe. He never expected to encounter such a disaster.
"Before falling unconscious, Norman handed over command to the captain, but I'm worried that the Incursean Empire might have a formal conflict with the Galactic Plumbers, and you might need to step in then," Uncle Ben said.
"Benny, we need you more here."
He reached out and pressed hard on Ben's shoulder, forcing a strong smile as he said, "Peter to me and your Aunt May. Don't underestimate the skills of an old Plumbers; we're still going strong!"
That sounds like something Max Tennyson would say.
Moreover, Uncle Ben had his own considerations.
"According to you, that Nemetrix thing happens to counter your watch, which means that Morlun is your most troublesome enemy. If something happens to you too, that would be terrible."
Aunt May agreed with Uncle Ben and almost pleaded as she took Ben's hand.
"You're right, but what does the fact that the Omnitrix is being restrained have to do with my Ultramtrix?" Ben took out the Ultimatrix, whose different appearance from the original watch immediately caught the attention of Uncle Ben and Aunt May.
"This is?"
"Perhaps the predatory enemies in the Nemetrix can counter my Alien Hero, but what if they evolve a million years from now? It would be naive to think that possessing the Nemetrix guarantees victory."
"As for the Galactic Plumbers, I believe Caiera can handle it well."
Ben showed complete trust.
He had said before that the Galactic Plumbers must not be the kind of organization that could not stand after losing him. If it were to become useless like the Shi'ar Empire without Gladiator, then the existence of the Galactic Plumbers would be a complete failure.
If the Incursean Empire wanted to wage war against the Galactic Plumbers, Ben believed that the Galactic Plumbers was fully capable of winning with its current strength.
Do you really think Bill and Looma are just sitting around doing nothing?
Thanos and Vilgax were both utterly defeated, so why would we be afraid of a tiny Incursean Empire?
Putting Ben aside, the Galactic Plumbers's guild itself was perfectly adequate in terms of size as one of the Fourth Empire.
Isn't it just Star Wars?
Let's fight!
"Alright, it's settled then. Remember when we said we'd go on a road trip together in our Rust Bucket RV?" Ben said with a smile. "I think this is a great opportunity."
After saying that, Ben turned and left.
He's going to modify the Particle Collider. Although Otto and Tony have already completed the Multiverse crossing function of the Particle Collider, the device is just too big. He plans to modify the time travel device to be the size of a wristwatch.
In addition, there is one more thing.
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Inside Alien X's consciousness space.
Ben and the No-Watch Ben stood facing each other, the No-Watch Ben's expression conflicted.
"Is it really a good idea to switch places with me at a time like this? Ultrmatrix's actual functionality isn't as good as Omnitrix's, is it?"
Although they really wanted to go out and get some fresh air, the No-Watch Ben knew that the situation was special and Peter was still in danger. Peter was their little brother, so it wouldn't be too late to exchange them after this matter was resolved.
"It doesn't matter."
"The Ultimate Form function should be able to solve the Nemetrix problem. Besides, the Inheritor Family isn't that strong. I was just about to discuss a solution to the Collision Crisis with Enara and Oyana," Ben said.
This is the biggest crisis right now.
Upon hearing his words, Oyana's face immediately showed a sad yet kind expression. "Countless Multiverse Collision crises will destroy at least one planet and cause the death of hundreds of billions of lives. It's too heartbreaking. I propose that the bill be passed to make the Multiverse absolutely independent and prevent further collisions."
"Turn down!"
Enara smiled happily, "Why try to stop the collision? The most interesting thing is when those guys with the same face fight each other."
"But many people will die."
"I know, I love seeing rivers of blood," Enara said smugly. "If I absolutely had to stop the Collision Crisis, there's only one possibility: I'd have to erase all the other timelines."
The two sides argued incessantly, their loud voices echoing in the empty void.
The No-Watch Ben crossed his arms and said helplessly, "Look, those two are just arguing endlessly."
"I know, I can hear you when you're here," Ben said helplessly.
Enara immediately became unhappy, her huge face bending down as she glared angrily at Ben: "So you're saying we're annoying?" At the same time, Oyana also put on a sad expression. "I'm so sad..."
Ben suddenly felt like he was facing a girlfriend.
Question: How should you answer when your girlfriend asks if you find her annoying?
A: You know you're annoying, so why don't you shut up!
Ben doesn't want to die yet.
He replied without hesitation, "How could that be? I love hearing your voices. Otherwise, why would I listen to every single proposal?"
"Really?" Enara looked suspicious. "Then tell me, what is the 324,650th proposal we've been discussing?"
"Should we let the zombie virus contaminate this universe?" Ben was startled and looked at Enara in disbelief. "Why would you let the zombie virus contaminate this universe?"
"It's just for fun, of course," Enara said matter-of-factly. "Don't change the subject, what is the 5,725,000th proposal?"
"Should we save the Mutants and Charmcaster from another universe that were wiped out by the Chaos Power?"
What the hell is this "Charmcaster"?
The Ben people were dumbfounded.
He searched his memory and found that the proposal was among the few that passed, and that the Charmcaster had been brought to his universe, though he didn't know her exact location.
"Don't worry about that!" Enara said, her eyes narrowed.
Oyana was overjoyed; her face was beaming with happiness. "That's wonderful, Enara! Benny Ben really loves hearing our voices!"
"You're so silly, Oyana. They're the same person, of course they can hear each other."
Enara said she had seen through everything.
"Then why are you asking?"
"I'd like to!" Enara snorted, sounding like an annoying little brat.
"I have one last question for you. If you can satisfy both of us, then we will agree to your proposal."
"You say."
Ben and the No-Watch Ben raised their heads with a hint of anticipation.
"Which voice do you prefer, mine or Oyana's?"
Ben:???
I was wondering why you were being so kind; it turns out it was Death Question.