"Watch your words, mortal." Thor's voice turned cold. "This is a matter of Asgardian family."
"So you're getting angry out of embarrassment already, Lord Thor?" Homelander pointed at the faint red thread of energy connecting Jessica and Jane Foster. "Haven't you noticed that something's wrong with their condition?"
Only then did Thor notice Jessica and the strange connection between the two women.
He frowned and reached out to gently touch Jane's shoulder.
"This energy..."
Thor's expression changed instantly.
"This isn't from Earth... It's an ancient power from an unknown world." Thor looked grave. "It's protecting itself, but it's also devouring them."
He looked at Jane, then at Jessica.
"Earth's technology can't save them." Thor made his decision. "I have to take them to Asgard."
"Asgard?" Jane froze for a moment. "You mean... you're taking me home to meet the parents?"
"It's to save your life," Thor said sternly.
He stepped forward, preparing to take both women by the hand.
"I'm taking them with me."
"Hold it."
A hand suddenly reached in and blocked Thor's path.
Homelander stood there, the smile gone from his face, coldness gleaming in his blue eyes.
"Taking Jane Foster away? Fine. She's your girlfriend."
Homelander pointed at Jessica.
"But her, Queen Jones, is... mine."
"You can't take her away."
"Starr!" Jessica was somewhat moved. "He said he can solve the problem with us!"
"And if he says he can, that means he can?" Homelander glanced back at her, his gaze so gentle that Jessica was briefly stunned. "Jessica, would you rather trust an alien who left his girlfriend on Earth for two years without caring about her, or trust me?"
"I..." Jessica was at a loss for words.
"She has to go." Thor stepped forward, faint lightning flickering around Mjolnir. "This power is extremely dangerous. If