Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Howard is nearly killed by a Vibranium spear during a Wakandan ceremony.
• A native youth, later revealed to be Kyle, saves Howard by catching and returning the spear.
• Kyle reveals his identity as the Symbol of Peace, causing shock among the Wakandans.
• T'Chaka, the Wakandan prince, recognizes Kyle and is starstruck.
• The female guard captain insists on punishing Kyle and Howard for disrupting the ceremony.

Character Developments

• Howard: Shows fear when faced with death but trusts Kyle to protect him.
• Kyle: Demonstrates immense strength and speed, revealing his identity as the Symbol of Peace.
• T'Chaka: Recognizes Kyle and is awestruck, showing reverence for the Symbol of Peace.
• Female Guard Captain: Stands by Wakandan laws, insisting on punishing Kyle and Howard.

Significant Themes

• Respect and reverence for power and heroes (Kyle as the Symbol of Peace).
• National laws and regulations versus personal judgment (T'Chaka's conflict).
• The impact of external influences on a closed society (Wakandans' knowledge of Kyle).

Character Interactions

• Howard and Kyle: Howard relies on Kyle for protection, and Kyle saves Howard.
• T'Chaka and Kyle: T'Chaka recognizes Kyle, is starstruck, and interacts warmly with him.
• Female Guard Captain and T'Chaka: The guard captain insists on punishing Kyle, causing conflict with T'Chaka.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Prince T'Chaka, soon to be King of Wakanda, faces a dilemma when Kyle, the Symbol of Peace, arrives with Howard Stark, an outsider.
• Wakandan guards demand Kyle's execution, but T'Chaka hesitates due to Kyle's influence and combat prowess.
• The current Black Panther King, T'Chaka's father, arrives and takes charge, challenging Kyle to a one-on-one fight to determine their fate in Wakanda.

Character Developments

• T'Chaka struggles with his duty to Wakanda and the reality of Kyle's power and influence.
• The Black Panther King demonstrates his authority and willingness to defend Wakanda's honor and laws.
• Kyle remains confident and unyielding, showing no fear of the Black Panther King's challenge.

Significant Themes

• The tension between tradition and necessity, as seen in T'Chaka's struggle to uphold Wakandan law while acknowledging Kyle's power and influence.
• The importance of strength and combat prowess in Wakandan society, as demonstrated by the Black Panther King's challenge to Kyle.

Character Interactions

• T'Chaka and the Black Panther King: The father-son relationship is shown, with the Black Panther King taking charge and T'Chaka deferring to his authority.
• Kyle and the Black Panther King: The two powerful figures face off, with Kyle displaying no fear and the Black Panther King challenging him to a fight to determine their fate in Wakanda.
• Kyle and Howard: Kyle protects Howard and reassures him, while Howard expresses concern for Kyle's well-being.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kyle and Black Panther engage in a fierce, close-quarters battle on a platform against a waterfall cliff.
• The battle lasts for over five minutes, with both combatants' suits enhancing and canceling each other out.
• Kyle reveals that he has only used three combat techniques against Black Panther so far, hinting at more to come.

Character Developments

• Black Panther: Realizes Kyle's power and begins to question his invincibility.
• Kyle: Shows restraint in using his full combat capabilities, keeping his trump cards hidden.

Significant Themes

• Power and Invincibility: Black Panther's belief in his Vibranium suit's invincibility is challenged by Kyle's strength and adaptability.
• Adaptability vs. Predictability: Kyle's ability to anticipate and counter Black Panther's moves highlights the importance of adaptability in combat.

Character Interactions

• Kyle and Black Panther: Their intense, evenly matched battle showcases their respective strengths and forces them to reassess each other's capabilities.
• Howard and the Wakandan Natives: Howard expresses confidence in Kyle's abilities, while the Wakandan natives initially cheer for Black Panther but grow silent and fearful as Kyle's power is revealed.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kyle, a powerful outsider, challenges the Black Panther King in a combat trial.
• The battle quickly becomes one-sided, with Kyle easily countering and dominating the King's attacks.
• Kyle uses his superior combat skills and strength to force the King towards the cliff edge.
• The King refuses to surrender, and Kyle throws him off the cliff but catches him with a Vibranium Bracer.
• The King's son, Prince T'Challa, pleads for Kyle to stop, and the King surrenders on behalf of Wakanda.

Character Developments

• Kyle demonstrates his immense strength, speed, and mastery of 141 combat techniques, easily overwhelming the Black Panther King.
• The Black Panther King, despite his pride and experience, is humiliated and outmatched by Kyle's superior skills.
• Prince T'Challa shows concern for his father and the people, ultimately pleading for Kyle to stop and accepting defeat.

Significant Themes

• The theme of pride and its consequences, as the Black Panther King refuses to surrender despite being outmatched.
• The power dynamics between Kyle and the Wakandan people, with Kyle's strength and skill making him a formidable force.
• The importance of protecting one's people and knowing when to surrender, as seen through T'Challa's actions.

Character Interactions

• Kyle and the Black Panther King: Kyle dominates the King in combat, humiliating him and pushing him to his limits.
• Kyle and T'Challa: Kyle shows no mercy towards the King, while T'Challa pleads for him to stop, ultimately surrendering on behalf of Wakanda.
• The Black Panther King and his people: The King's pride and stubbornness cause his people to suffer, but they ultimately respect and support him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kyle and Howard are granted entry into Wakanda's royal palace, marking a significant shift in the nation's stance towards outsiders.
• The Black Panther King discusses Wakanda's history of rejecting outsiders due to past invasions and resource plundering.
• Kyle proposes cooperation between Wakanda and the outside world, with the King initially reluctant.

Character Developments

• The Black Panther King is portrayed as wise and strategic, willing to send his son to study abroad while keeping Wakanda's true power hidden.
• Kyle demonstrates his understanding of Wakanda's situation and its potential for growth, showing his diplomatic skills and long-term vision.

Significant Themes

• The theme of isolationism versus globalism is explored through Wakanda's history and the King's reluctance to engage with the outside world.
• The power of technology and resources is highlighted, with Vibranium being a central focus.

Character Interactions

• Kyle and Howard interact with the Black Panther King, with Howard initially trying to understand Wakanda's stance and Kyle directly proposing cooperation.
• The King's royal family members are present but not actively involved in the discussion, showing their deference to the King's authority.
• The indigenous residents of Wakanda show a shift in their perception of Kyle, respecting his strength after his duel with the King.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kyle and Howard meet with the King of Wakanda to discuss technological cooperation.
• Kyle demonstrates a teleportation portal to convince the King of Stark Industries' technological prowess.
• The King and Howard travel through the portal to visit Stark Industries' research lab.
• Prince T'Chaka enters the main hall, now possessing the Black Panther Heritage.
• The King agrees to preliminary technological cooperation with Stark Industries, with the condition that Kyle trains T'Chaka in combat.

Character Developments

• Kyle: Shows his magical abilities and serves as a bridge between Wakanda and Stark Industries.
• King of Wakanda: Recognizes Stark Industries' technological advancements and agrees to cooperation, showing wisdom and flexibility.
• T'Chaka: Inherits the Black Panther Heritage, displays wisdom and ambition, and is set to become the new King.

Significant Themes

• Trust and Understanding: Essential for successful long-term cooperation, as seen in Kyle's interactions with the King and T'Chaka.
• Power and Responsibility: The King's decision to fight Kyle and his desire for T'Chaka to learn from him reflect the theme of responsible use of power.
• Progress and Change: The King's willingness to cooperate with the outside world signals a shift in Wakanda's isolationist policies.

Character Interactions

• Kyle and the King: They establish a mutual understanding, with the King recognizing Kyle's abilities and agreeing to cooperate.
• Kyle and T'Chaka: They have a cordial conversation, with Kyle acknowledging T'Chaka's wisdom and potential.
• The King and T'Chaka: The King expresses his hopes for T'Chaka's reign and asks Kyle to train him, showing his trust in his son's abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kyle agrees to teach T'Chaka combat techniques for a limited time, after which Logan will take over.
• Kyle reveals his deteriorating condition due to nuclear radiation-induced genetic mutation to the Black Panther King and T'Chaka.
• Wakanda's advanced medical technology diagnoses Kyle with 213 days to live, unable to treat his condition.
• Kyle and Howard witness T'Chaka's coronation and sign a cooperation agreement between Wakanda and Stark Industries.
• Upon returning to America, Kyle focuses on training Card Disciples and establishing fixed teleportation gates while Howard works on new technology using Vibranium.
• Ten days later, Lucy returns to the Karl family manor through the new fixed teleportation gate.

Character Developments

• Kyle accepts his fate and remains determined to face his impending demise, maintaining a strong fighting spirit.
• Howard is deeply saddened by Kyle's diagnosis but remains committed to their work.
• T'Chaka becomes the King of Wakanda, marking the beginning of the nation's proactive engagement with the outside world.
• Lucy continues to grow in her role within the Karl family, demonstrating professionalism and approachability.

Significant Themes

• The curse of war and its lasting effects on individuals.
• The struggle between human limitations and the desire for transcendence.
• The importance of cooperation and unity in the face of adversity.
• The acceptance of fate and the determination to make the most of the time one has.

Character Interactions

• Kyle's interactions with the Black Panther King and T'Chaka highlight his honesty and acceptance of his condition.
• Howard and Kyle's partnership continues to grow, with both working tirelessly despite Kyle's diagnosis.
• Lucy's interactions with the maids showcase her amiability and approachability, despite her high status within the family.
• The absence of Logan, Yutong, and other Card Disciples from the manor suggests their dedication to their duties and the family's growth.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lucy returns to the Karl manor and finds Kyle hasn't left, giving them time to be alone.
• Kyle reveals his hair has turned silver-white due to his genetic mutation.
• Kyle confesses his terminal illness and plans to leave Earth for space in a month to find a cure.

Character Developments

• Lucy shows concern and love for Kyle, becoming upset and tearful upon learning about his illness.
• Kyle demonstrates his determination to fight his illness and return, despite the uncertainty of his journey.

Significant Themes

• Love and devotion: Lucy's unwavering love for Kyle, even in the face of his impending departure.
• Determination and resilience: Kyle's resolve to fight his illness and find a cure, no matter the challenges he faces.

Character Interactions

• Lucy and Kyle share a tender moment as she comforts him, and he reveals his plans.
• Kyle opens up to Lucy about his illness, showing trust in their relationship.
• Lucy expresses her commitment to waiting for Kyle, no matter how long it takes.

Key Plot Points and Events

• World War II ends, and the era of war heroes comes to a close.
• Kyle retires from the military, sparking public discussions about the need for superheroes in peacetime.
• Kyle and Lucy confess their feelings for each other, strengthening their bond.
• Howard informs Kyle that the base fortress on Dragon Turtle Island is completed.
• Kyle, Lucy, and Howard visit the completed base fortress, which is equipped with advanced technology, including Vibranium exterior walls and an intelligent voice system managed by Jarvis.

Character Developments

• Kyle feels relieved after confessing his past to Lucy and is more determined to leave Earth for the stars.
• Lucy expresses her willingness to wait for Kyle, deepening their relationship.
• Howard demonstrates his dedication to Kyle's projects by incorporating Vibranium into the fortress and integrating Jarvis as an intelligent system.

Significant Themes

• The transition from a war-torn era to a peaceful one, and the changing role of superheroes in society.
• The importance of confession and open communication in relationships.
• The advancements in technology and its potential for creating secure and intelligent living spaces.

Character Interactions

• Kyle and Lucy grow closer after confessing their feelings, strengthening their bond.
• Kyle and Howard's partnership is further solidified as Howard shows his commitment to Kyle's projects.
• Jarvis, Howard's supercomputer, is integrated into the base fortress, demonstrating its advanced capabilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Howard leads Kyle and Lucy through the Dragon Turtle Island fortress, showcasing its advanced technology and security features.
• The fortress has multiple levels, with the upper three floors serving as living areas and the lower levels dedicated to training and research facilities.
• The fortress's basement levels include a high-gravity training room and a scientific strategy research lab, where Howard plans to conduct cutting-edge research.

Character Developments

• Howard: Expresses his excitement and determination to explore the truth of science, given the ideal research environment on the island. He also vows to use his scientific prowess to save Kyle if he doesn't return from his space journey.
• Kyle: Confidently navigates the fortress, showing familiarity with its features and expressing support for Howard's scientific pursuits. He entrusts the Karl family's well-being to Howard before embarking on his journey.

Significant Themes

• Science and Technology: The chapter emphasizes the advanced technology and scientific research facilities within the fortress, highlighting Howard's passion for scientific exploration and his belief in the power of technology to overcome challenges.
• Trust and Entrustment: Kyle's trust in Howard is evident as he entrusts the care of the Karl family to him, demonstrating their strong bond and mutual respect.

Character Interactions

• Howard and Kyle: The two share a deep bond, with Kyle acting as a guide and mentor to Howard in the realm of science. They express their support and determination to help each other achieve their goals.
• Howard and Lucy: While not extensively interacted, Lucy is present as Howard leads them through the fortress, and she is included in the access permissions for the upper floors.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Karl family relocates to Dragon Turtle Island, leaving the Winter Soldier frozen in the estate's vault.
• Kyle constructs a third fixed portal connecting the island base, Stark Industries, and Wakanda.
• Kyle's gene mutation illness worsens, causing his physique to become unstable and lose superpowers intermittently.
• Kyle decides to leave Earth in three days to prevent his body's autonomous collapse.
• Kyle spends his final days training, preparing equipment, and sorting his Item Cards.
• Natasha reports that Nick Fury has arrived at the New York estate.

Character Developments

• Kyle's body continues to deteriorate due to his gene mutation illness, but his determination to find a cure remains unwavering.
• Natasha shows concern and admiration for Kyle's physical prowess despite his illness.

Significant Themes

• The inevitability of change and decay, even for the strongest individuals.
• The power of determination and will in the face of adversity.
• The importance of preparation and planning for uncertain futures.

Character Interactions

• Kyle refuses Logan and Yutong's offer to accompany him, prioritizing the Karl family's stability.
• Kyle and Natasha interact briefly in the Gravity Room, with Natasha expressing her readiness to join S.H.I.E.L.D. as per Kyle's arrangements.
• Kyle opens a portal for Natasha, demonstrating his continued support and guidance for her future.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kyle visits Fury at the former Karl estate, revealing his imminent departure from Earth in three days.
• Kyle introduces Natasha Romanoff, now going by Natasha Karl, as Fury's new partner at S.H.I.E.L.D.
• Fury shares his suspicions about a Hydra spy within S.H.I.E.L.D., and Kyle suggests using himself as bait to lure Hydra remnants to the estate.
• Kyle expresses his desire to settle old grudges before leaving Earth.

Character Developments

• Kyle remains calm and collected, accepting his impending departure and using it as an opportunity to eliminate enemies.
• Fury shows growth in his role as S.H.I.E.L.D. Director, displaying strategic thinking and determination to root out Hydra.
• Natasha, now working with Fury, maintains her cold demeanor but shows understanding of Kyle's plan.

Significant Themes

• The ongoing conflict between S.H.I.E.L.D. and Hydra, with both sides engaging in espionage and counterespionage.
• Kyle's acceptance of his mortality and his desire to tie up loose ends before leaving Earth.
• The complex relationships between different factions, such as the Soviet Red Room, Nazi Germany, and Japanese forces.

Character Interactions

• Kyle, Fury, and Natasha discuss their plans and strategies, demonstrating a level of trust and camaraderie.
• Kyle and Fury reminisce about their past, showing their long-standing friendship.
• Natasha expresses her irritation at Fury bringing up her past history, hinting at her desire to distance herself from her past actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kyle inquires about Carter's whereabouts and learns she's back in New York.
• Kyle decides to visit Carter before leaving Earth.
• Howard Stark has gone berserk and created a new element, Krypton.

Character Developments

• Kyle shows personal interest in Carter, indicating he still cares for her.
• Howard successfully creates a new element, demonstrating his genius and dedication.

Significant Themes

• Love and Sacrifice: Kyle's willingness to visit Carter despite knowing he might not return, and Howard's dedication to his work despite the risks involved.
• Time and Change: The passage of time has led Carter to move on, and the world has advanced with Howard's new invention.

Character Interactions

• Kyle and Fury: Fury manipulates Kyle into visiting Carter before leaving Earth, showing his understanding of Kyle's feelings.
• Kyle and Howard: Kyle is impressed by Howard's creation, showing respect and appreciation for his cousin's genius.
• Kyle and Carter (implied): Kyle's decision to visit Carter indicates a potential emotional reunion, though it's not explicitly shown in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The S.H.I.E.L.D. headquarters in New York is revealed, with statues of Kyle (Symbol of Peace) and Steve (Captain America) guarding the entrance.
• Three S.H.I.E.L.D. employees— a senior manager, a secretary, and a security guard—discuss Kyle's whereabouts and his rumored illness, plotting to kill him with the help of other organizations.
• Kyle prepares to leave Earth, with Yutong and Logan guarding the manor. They are aware of scouts outside but choose to ignore them for now.

Character Developments

• Kyle remains calm and collected, showing no fear of the potential threat.
• Yutong demonstrates her telepathic abilities and her loyalty to Kyle.
• Logan shows his readiness for combat and his commitment to protecting Kyle.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and corruption within S.H.I.E.L.D., as high-ranking officials plot against Kyle.
• The looming threat of Hydra and other organizations seeking Kyle's demise.
• Trust and loyalty between Kyle, Yutong, and Logan.

Character Interactions

• Kyle, Yutong, and Logan work together to prepare for Kyle's departure and any potential threats.
• The three S.H.I.E.L.D. employees secretly plot against Kyle, highlighting the organization's internal corruption and disloyalty.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kyle, the silver-haired youth, arrives in Queens, New York, seeking Peggy Carter.
• He meets Peggy's parents, who are initially wary of him but reveal that Peggy is recuperating and not seeing guests.
• Peggy appears, recognizing Kyle, and they decide to talk privately.
• Kyle reveals he's leaving New York and gives Peggy money and a way to live peacefully without military interference.
• Peggy kisses Kyle on the cheek as a farewell gesture before they part ways.

Character Developments

• Kyle: Shows concern for Peggy's well-being and ensures her future peace by providing financial means and military protection.
• Peggy Carter: Decides to live a peaceful life away from military work, showing strength in her decision and expressing her feelings for Kyle through a kiss.

Significant Themes

• Farewell and new beginnings: Both Kyle and Peggy are moving on from their past lives, with Kyle leaving New York and Peggy retiring from the military.
• The power of choice: Peggy chooses to live a peaceful life, while Kyle chooses to leave, emphasizing the importance of personal decisions.
• The impact of war: The aftermath of World War II is felt through the characters' desire for peaceful lives.

Character Interactions

• Kyle and Peggy: Their reunion is filled with tension and unspoken emotions, leading to a tender farewell kiss.
• Peggy and her parents: Their dynamic shows a close, caring family relationship, with her parents expressing concern for her well-being.
• Kyle and Peggy's parents: Kyle's presence initially alarms Peggy's parents, but they warm up to him after learning he's an old comrade of Peggy's.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kyle and Yutong await the joint team's attack in the manor.
• The joint team, composed of remnants of Hydra, Soviet Red Room, and Japanese Ninja Organization, assaults the manor.
• Logan, enhanced with Adamantium, single-handedly fights and defeats the joint team on the first floor.
• Three ninjas, led by Hojo Maru, infiltrate the second floor to confront Kyle.

Character Developments

• Kyle remains calm and composed amidst the chaos, enjoying his wine while his enemies are eliminated.
• Logan demonstrates his enhanced strength, speed, and healing factor, massacring the joint team on the first floor.
• Hojo Maru, seeking revenge, leads the ninja team to confront Kyle.

Significant Themes

• Power and control: Kyle's calm demeanor showcases his power and control over the situation.
• Revenge: Hojo Maru's desire for revenge drives him to confront Kyle again.
• Teamwork vs. Individual Strength: The joint team's failure highlights the importance of individual strength in this context.

Character Interactions

• Kyle and Yutong: Kyle strokes Yutong's hair, showing affection and trust in her abilities.
• Logan and the Joint Team: Logan single-handedly fights and defeats the joint team, demonstrating his prowess.
• Kyle and Hojo Maru: Kyle taunts Hojo Maru, showing no fear despite the ninja's desire for revenge.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Three Japanese ninjas, led by Hojo Maru, invade Kyle's office seeking revenge.
• Yutong, Kyle's adopted daughter, defends against the ninjas using her powerful mental abilities and combat skills.
• Hojo Maru attempts to use a hostage but fails. Yutong defeats him and the other ninjas.
• Red Room Super Agents join the fight, but Yutong handles them easily.
• Kyle decides to target Hydra and the Red Room for his family's Card Disciples to practice on.

Character Developments

• Yutong demonstrates significant growth in her mental and combat abilities, becoming a formidable force.
• Kyle shows no intention of fighting himself, indicating his confidence in Yutong's capabilities.
• Hojo Maru and the ninjas, despite their hatred and determination, are no match for Yutong's power.

Significant Themes

• Revenge and its consequences.
• Power dynamics and the struggle between different factions.
• Kyle's growing disdain for the Red Room and Hydra.

Character Interactions

• Kyle and Yutong: Kyle shows pride and satisfaction in Yutong's growth, treating her like a daughter and delegating the fight to her.
• Yutong and the intruders: Yutong shows no mercy, using her powers to swiftly defeat her enemies.
• Kyle and the Red Room: Kyle expresses his intention to target the Red Room for his family's practice, indicating a growing animosity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The battle at the Karl manor ends, leaving around a hundred bodies.
• S.H.I.E.L.D. arrives to clean up and investigate.
• Fury and Natasha expose and arrest the remaining Hydra spy, Secretary Martin.
• Kyle prepares to leave Earth using the Space Primordial Stone, creating a Bifrost portal.

Character Developments

• Fury shows his authority and knowledge of Hydra's infiltration within S.H.I.E.L.D.
• Kyle demonstrates his determination and willingness to endure immense pain to activate the Space Primordial Stone.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice: Kyle's decision to leave Earth to protect it and find a way to save Lucy from her curse.
• Power and Responsibility: Kyle's use of the Space Primordial Stone highlights the immense power he wields and the responsibility that comes with it.

Character Interactions

• Fury and Natasha work together to clean up the aftermath of the battle and deal with the Hydra spy.
• Kyle says his goodbyes to Lucy, Yutong, Logan, and Howard, entrusting them with the Karl family's affairs.
• Lucy, Yutong, Logan, and Howard show their concern and support for Kyle as he prepares to leave.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The author is planning to write chapters related to cosmic themes in their story.
• They spent a day watching movies to refresh their knowledge and gather inspiration: Thor (1, 2, 3), Guardians of the Galaxy (1, 2), and Avengers: Infinity War (3).

Character Developments

• No significant character developments as the chapter is focused on the author's actions and plans.

Significant Themes

• Research and preparation for writing.
• Inspiration and influence from existing media (movies).

Character Interactions

• No character interactions as the chapter is a personal account of the author's activities.

Brief Reference

• The author dedicates a day to rewatch and study cosmic-themed movies to prepare for writing related chapters in their story.
• They invite readers to share their opinions or suggestions in the 'Chapter Comments' section.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kyle, unconscious and holding the Space Primordial Stone, travels through space at faster-than-light speeds.
• Venom detaches from Kyle due to the stone's energy and enters a dormant state, absorbing Kyle's weapons and equipment.
• Kyle and Venom are pulled into a black hole and emerge on an alien planet filled with garbage and alien scavengers.

Character Developments

• Kyle awakens on an alien planet, confused but quickly adapting to his new situation.
• Venom, separated from Kyle, is dormant and has absorbed Kyle's weapons and equipment.
• The alien scavengers are introduced, displaying their hostile and greedy nature.

Significant Themes

• Survival of the fittest: Kyle's initial plan to gather information changes when he faces hostility, highlighting the harsh reality of his new environment.
• Adaptation: Kyle quickly adapts to his new situation, showing his resilience and ability to think on his feet.
• Power dynamics: The alien scavengers' behavior towards Kyle demonstrates their perception of power and hierarchy.

Character Interactions

• Kyle interacts with the alien scavengers for the first time, displaying his cold and assertive nature when threatened.
• The alien scavengers interact with Kyle, showing their hostility and greed, and ordering his capture.