Targeting the Stars

When he heard Odin's voice, even Loki relaxed a little.

This loathsome sorcerer had gone a bit too far, but he had kept his word and had no intention of killing him to keep him quiet.

Although he often disagreed with Odin's decisions, Loki genuinely respected him.

He also knew that once Odin woke up, at least his own safety would be assured. He seemed much more at ease now.

Tao Yu then grabbed Loki and blinked into the palace of Asgard, where he saw the stern, one-eyed old man seated on the throne.

Although Odin had spent thousands of years ruling as a benevolent king and had shed the savagery of his youth,

the ruler of the Nine Realms, who had once conquered them single-handedly, torn Surtur apart with his bare hands, and subdued the Frost Giants, still possessed a power no one could afford to overlook.

While Odin slept, Tao Yu had examined his condition. The surging energy within him had continued to grow over time.

He was undoubtedly someone favored by this world.

"The Cosmic Cube... I never thought I'd see it again."

Just by seeing Tao Yu appear before him, Odin knew he had obtained the Cosmic Cube.

It was a precious relic Asgard had left on Earth. But since they had left it there in the first place, Odin had no intention of taking it back now.

"Your Majesty Odin, it's an honor to meet you. I bring you greetings from The Ancient One."

Tao Yu bowed slightly out of courtesy.

"The Ancient One... Frigga told me she, too, was affected by the Abyss. But I suppose that makes sense..."

Odin sighed softly.

Tao Yu had briefly told Frigga about The Ancient One's condition, and she would naturally have informed Odin once he woke.

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