Master Gu Yi, Can We Take a Photo Together?

In the New York Sanctum, the Master Gu Yi stands on the rooftop balcony, gazing thoughtfully at Supergirl in the sky.

Dr. Banner from the future lay dead on the ground, mistaking the Ancient One for an ordinary bald woman because he didn't recognize Ancient One. He tried to steal the Time Stone but was separated from his body and soul by an Astral Projection.

After his attempt to show off backfired spectacularly, Dr. Banner promptly admitted defeat and begged the Master Gu Yi to hand over the Time Stone to him.

"I can't help you. If I give you the gem and you use it to save your reality, my reality will be destroyed."

"Master, if I may be so bold, I don't think science supports your claim... Uh, are you even listening to me?"

Dr. Banner followed the Master Gu Yi's gaze to the sky. The Battle of New York nine years ago had gone too far astray and felt unfamiliar to him, but now was not the time for sentimentality. The most urgent task was to obtain the Time Stone as soon as possible.

A blinding light shone from behind him. Banner turned around and stared in astonishment at the blazing white Wings of Light: "My God, there really are angels!"

However, when Russell retracted his Wings of Light, revealing a scarlet smiling face shrouded in black mist, he immediately changed his tune. "Not an angel, but a devil!"

Ancient One scrutinized Russell from head to toe, then frowned. "Who are you? Are you here to see Strange too?"

Russell breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this. Although they were both Sorcerer Supreme, their strengths were worlds apart. The Whitebeard version of the Sorcerer Supreme had never asked this question.

"Let me introduce myself. My name is Jason, and I come from another universe," Russell said, pulling down his hood to reveal the Elf Queen's face.

"Master, who is she? What does 'another universe' mean... there are many universes?"

Dr. Banner was stunned. He had a very handsome face, just a bit flat. Otherwise, he could have calmed him down from his rage, just like Natasha had.

"It wasn't her, it was him!"

The Master Gu Yi shook her head slightly at Banner, then frowned at Russell again. "Young sorcerer, I don't know which universe you come from, but I can be sure that this is not your true face, nor is Jason your real name."

Russell was taken aback. Perhaps the female bald version of the Sorcerer Supreme was severely weakened, but in terms of knowledge, she was still worthy of her hundreds of years of lifespan. In order to dispel the other party's wariness and doubts, he bowed slightly.

The monks living in Kamar-Taj greet each other in this way. Russell studied there for a period of time and is very familiar with this etiquette.

The Master Gu Yi was taken aback and was about to ask a question when she heard Russell recite a series of incantations. It wasn't a spell for attack or defense, but a spell for everyday use, capable of turning plain water into alcohol, beverages, or green tea.

The one who invented this spell was none other than the Ancient One herself. She relaxed the Magic Power within her and asked with a smile, "Young sorcerer, what is our relationship in another universe?"

Russell curled his lip, his tone extremely disdainful. "I know them, but we're not close!"

Ancient One smiled and said, "It seems that the other me isn't very popular."

"It's more than just being disliked! I've always wanted to kill him, but I haven't done it because I can't beat him."

"I'm sorry for the trouble..."

The Master Gu Yi smiled apologetically, then changed the subject. "Judging from your description, my other self must be living a very carefree life. It's truly enviable."

Russell: "..."

"By the way, you just used 'he'?"

"Hmm, an old man with a white beard, about this tall, maybe a little shorter." Russell gestured to his knees, his expression malicious. "To be more specific, he's a filthy old man with triangular eyes, a bulbous nose, thick lips, buck teeth, a receding hairline, and a pockmarked face. His mouth is crooked, his eyes are slanted, his hair is unkempt, and he doesn't like to bathe. When he speaks at the New York Sanctum, the smell... tsk tsk, you could smell it at Kamar-Taj..."

Master Gu Yi rolled her eyes. "That's enough! I know you hold a deep grudge against him, but that's enough. If you keep going, the unknown creature you're describing will transcend human understanding."

"He doesn't even exist in the human concept..." Russell shrugged, not feeling that he had said anything wrong.

"Young mage, let's get back to the main topic!"

Ancient One decided to skip the topic and asked, "You came here also for the Time Stone?"

Russell showed off the Infinity Gauntlet and the two gems on it. "That's right, my three companions and I came here to stop the disaster, and our purpose was to collect Six Infinity Stones."

"What disaster? Are you also trying to stop Thanos?" After listening for a while, Dr. Banner finally found a place to interject.

Russell ignored him, and the Master Gu Yi pretended not to hear him, saying, "Give me a convincing reason. Since we know each other, you should know the importance of the Time Stone. I will not easily hand it over to anyone."

Russell hesitated for a moment before speaking frankly, "To be honest, although I know the Sorcerer Supreme, I'm not sure if he possesses the Time Stone. Perhaps you're an exception."

Now, it was Master Gu Yi's turn to be speechless. She remained silent for a moment before slowly speaking, "I am very powerful?"

"Yes, he doesn't exist in the human concept!"

Master Gu Yi's eyes lit up. "If I don't give you the gem, will you just take it from me?"

Russell shook his head. "No, even if you don't give me the Time Stone, you will give it to Dr. Banner. It's Strange's idea, and you won't refuse."

The Master Gu Yi nodded, Russell continued, "But I will take the gem from Banner. It will be much easier for him than for you."

The Master Gu Yi shook her head helplessly, raised her hand and touched the Eye of Agamotto on her chest, took out the green Time Stone, and pushed it towards Russell.

"Young mage, I have high hopes for you."

Russell raised his left Infinity Gauntlet, inlaid with the Time Stone, and looked on incredulously. "Are you sure? But to me, he's been toying with me the whole time."

"I'm absolutely certain!" Ancient One gave Russell a deep look. "Don't forget to return the Time Stone. I'm not as powerful as him, and the Time Stone is very important to my world."

"Hey, hey! Sorcerer Supreme, what are you doing? Why did you give him the gem? I'm Strange's ally..." Dr. Banner jumped around frantically, but in his Gods state, he couldn't do anything.

Russell ignored the invisible man before him and assured the Master Gu Yi that he would return the gems once the task was accomplished. Just as he was about to flap his wings to retrieve the last Space Stone, he suddenly remembered something and took out a digital camera from his Space Ring.

"Master Gu Yi, can I take a picture with you? I was going to show it to another one of you."

"Sure, no problem."

"Uh, well..." Russell had a small request regarding the positioning. "Could you please lie down on the ground so I can step on you for a photo?"

"Hehe, what do you think?"

"I think it's alright!"