World Tree.
Hong Fei gently pushed upward, and the Soul Stone floated lightly into the air.
Soul energy poured down from the stone like a waterfall.
The World Tree, its branches and leaves fully spread, seemed like a young maiden opening her arms in embrace.
"Will this work?" Thor asked from behind Hong Fei.
Hong Fei nodded. "More or less. It looks like it'll still take some time, but it's no problem."
"That's good. What are you planning to do next?"
Hong Fei immediately became wary.
"What are you trying to do? I'm not drinking anymore, not even beverages."
No one liked endlessly pouring water into their stomach, no matter how good it tasted.
Thor burst into exaggerated laughter. "Hahaha, no. I want to invite you to Nidavellir with me."
Hong Fei's eyes shifted. "Your new weapon?"
Thor grinned happily. "That's right. Eitri has already prepared everything. As soon as I get there, he can start immediately."
"What am I going there for?" Hong Fei asked, puzzled.
"Hey, just come take a look."
"Tell the truth."
"Um... fine. Actually, I had Eitri prepare two sets of materials."
Hong Fei immediately smiled. "One is for me too?"
"Of course!" Thor said decisively. "You've helped me so many times. Without you, Asgard might not even exist today."
Hong Fei was somewhat touched.
In truth, Thor did not need to give him anything.
Odin had already paid with his Gungnir. That was also the unspoken bargain between Hong Fei and Odin.
"No, I..."
"Hong, you don't need to say anything else. I know what you're thinking, but you deserve this. I remember you like using swords, right? You can talk to Eitri yourself. He's the greatest forging master in the universe. He'll definitely forge a sword that satisfies you! I swear!"
Seeing his