The television was playing footage from the internet's hottest spectacle.
"Although this incident has been confirmed as an alien invasion, the superheroes who appeared offered many people more than just reassurance."
"It's really great having them around. You know someone can protect us."
"I love you, Thor!"
Some people declared their love in public, while others wore blue costumes and carried shields. Some had even shaved their beards to look like Tony's.
A young mother holding her child accepted an interview with gratitude on her face. "I don't know who he is, but he saved me and my child. I just want to say thank you."
There was also a family of three who had been rescued. The father held his wife and daughter, tears filling his eyes. "He saved me. He's my hero."
"I'll never forget how he saved us from the aliens." A young resident of Hell's Kitchen held a drawing high above his head. The figure's outfit looked somewhat like Captain America's, but a closer look revealed the many weapons he carried.
Someone had even gotten a tattoo of Ivan wearing the Fighter Armor.
"The Iron Soldier played a crucial role in this incident, safeguarding the people of New York to the greatest extent possible."
"Shares in Hammer Industries continue to rise, positioning it to become the new industry leader."
The video paused.
Inside Taran Industries, five people sat around a round table. John raised an eyebrow. "Anything you'd like to say, heroes?"
A second alliance outside the Avengers.
Matt could not see, but he could hear.
This alien invasion had not merely given rise to the Avengers.
It had also officially brought masked vigilantes like them onto the stage.
Dax looked excited. He had heard the praise and gratitude directed at him.
Despite his serious injuries,