Ling Yi wasn't too surprised by Tony's arrival.
Having caused so much trouble, especially the Hell's Kitchen cleanup incident, Ling Yi made almost no attempt to hide his presence.
Now, S.H.I.E.L.D.. knows him, and many Big Shot know him.
Perhaps before today, some people were still eager to make a move, but after Natasha demonstrated her immense power, those people fell silent.
A single shot sent into outer space—that kind of power could instantly Destroy a city. Who would dare to provoke them?
If Natasha is like this, then how strong must Ling Yi, Bestowal Natasha such Dali, be?
Moreover, besides Natasha, Ling Yi also has a group of subordinates whose strength is completely unknown.
The Punisher Frank, Daredevil Mark, Bullseye Poindexter, Big Old Man Damon, Hit-Girl Mindy...
These people have all been enhanced by Ling Yi.
Those Big Shot had every reason to believe that these people were probably not much weaker than Natasha.
The key point is that those Big Shot discovered that they also had the possibility of obtaining these powers.
Ling Yi had already spread the word through Mark and the others that his "Shop of Serendipity " was selling mysterious items that could grant people immense power, cure all diseases, and extend their lifespan.
Today is the first day of the official opening of Shop of Serendipity.
The once empty shelves finally had items available for sale.
When Tony arrived, Ling Yi was entertaining a guest.
Sitwell, a Hydra agent hidden within the S.H.I.E.L.D..
He has a significant role in Captain America: The Winter Soldier.
"I'm sorry, all items in my store must be used on-site and cannot be taken away."
"Sir, I can offer ten times the price," Sitwell said reluctantly.
Ling Yi's attitude was very firm; the shop's goods were only for fishing, how could he let anyone take them away?
Seeing that Ling Yi remained silent, seemingly losing interest in continuing the conversation, Sitwell had no choice but to say, "I'll purchase a 1-Star Life Orb."
"Life Orb " is the name Ling Yi gave to his product. 1-Star Life Orb contains one-tenth of a prisoner's Life Essence Qi.
A price of $5 million is extremely expensive for ordinary people, but for the Big Shot, it's actually quite affordable, considering it's a matter of lifespan.
Under the watchful eyes of Tony and Sitwell, after Sitwell finished paying, Ling Yi waved his hand, and the 1-Star Life Orb flew into the air and then entered Sitwell's body.
Sitwell could clearly Perception the Changes in himself. Now middle-aged, he could clearly feel that his body had greatly improved, and his physical fitness had also slightly increased.
In Tony's eyes, Sitwell had visibly aged considerably, at least ten years younger.
However, what they didn't know was that what they saw was only what Ling Yi made them see. From the moment they entered the shop, they were enveloped in Ling Yi's mental Illusion.
The actual process was that Ling Yi brought Sitwell into M0 Prison, imprinted his consciousness on her, and made her a prison guard. However, Ling Yi did not activate this prison guard identity now; he could activate it whenever needed.
Once imprinted with his consciousness, Sitwell was no longer the same person; in his heart, Ling Yi had become his only faith.
Like Natasha, this is a potential impact that they themselves are unaware of.
"Unbelievable, this is actually true." Sitwell trembled with excitement, and he suddenly longed to follow Ling Yi's side forever.
Compared to Ling Yi, Hydra is utterly weak. Can Hydra grant him immortality? Can Hydra grant him immense power?
No, Hydra is a bunch of lunatics, a bunch of Madman.
From that moment on, Sitwell felt disgust and contempt for Hydra.
However, he was, after all, a member of Hydra, and even part of management; he knew just how terrifying Hydra's hidden power truly was.
He may not care, but his family is under Hydra's surveillance; betrayal will lead to a terrible fate.
Sitwell left with mixed feelings, his expression full of reluctance as he went.
"Long time no see, Instant Noodle Kid." Tony came up to greet Ling Yi after he finished his work.
Although Tony appeared calm, Ling Yi could Perception his tension and anticipation.
"Long time no see, Iron Man," Ling Yi retorted, not to be outdone.
"It's Iron Man, not Iron Man," Tony corrected Ling Yi.
"I'm the warden, not some Instant Noodle Kid."
Tony couldn't help but laugh when he first met Ling Yi, who was wearing pajamas and slippers and holding half a bucket of instant noodles.
"You're the Instant Noodle Kid."
Ling Yi rolled his eyes and said, "Let's get down to business."
"What exactly is that Life Orb of yours?"
"Trade secret."
I want to buy one to study.
"Bye-bye, the door is over there."
"We're friends, after all. Give me a little face."
Do you consider us friends?
I think we are.
Ling Yi didn't want to continue this Bored conversation with Tony, so he said directly, "If you want to solve your palladium poisoning problem, I can introduce you to someone who can help you."
"What palladium poisoning?" Tony didn't want to admit it, but seeing Ling Yi staring at him, his shoulders slumped.
"Okay, but are you sure the person you're introducing can help me? I, Tony Stark, the world's richest man, the world's smartest genius, don't need anyone's help."
Ling Yi held up one finger. "First, you're not the world's richest person."
He flicked out a second finger, saying, "Secondly, you're not the smartest person."
He held up three fingers. "Thirdly, palladium poisoning results in a gruesome death."
"Finally, the person I'm introducing you to has the ability to alter the structure of matter. If you're looking for New Element to replace palladium, he'll be the perfect helper. Of course, you'll have to pay."
"Change the structure of matter? To what extent can that be achieved?"
"Atomic level."
Tony was highly skeptical that anyone could alter matter at the atomic level.
As a genius scientist, he has an instinct to question everything, but he also has an instinct to verify everything.
Tony understood perfectly what an atomic-level change meant.
Even in today's scientific community, achieving changes at the atomic level is extremely difficult.
For example, you can turn a Shitou into a liquid, or even into a gaseous state when the temperature reaches a certain level, but you cannot turn Shitou into metal or protein.
However, if atomic-level changes can be achieved, then turning lead into gold becomes possible.
The key point is that this was done by human beings through "non-scientific" abilities, which has a huge impact on his scientific values that he has held for decades.
Just then, Frank Punisher walked into the store.
"Boss, you called me? Is there work again?"
Ling Yi pointed at Tony, "You'll follow him for three days and use your abilities to help him with some things."
"Oh ho, Iron Man, huh? Oh wow, so you've got severe metal poisoning. You won't live much longer." A dark red cesium glint flashed in Frank's eyes, and he immediately understood Tony's condition.
Tony had heard of this guy; he was said to be a Madman who would stop at nothing to avenge his wife and children.
"Can you really change the structure of matter?" Tony asked skeptically, ignoring Frank's sarcasm.
Frank shrugged. "Boss, if this guy makes unreasonable demands, can I punch him?"
"Of course, you're just there to help him, not as his subordinate."
Ling Yi said, looking at Tony, "Remember to pay."
Tony left with Frank.
In reality, Ling Yi could easily turn Tony into his jailer, but now is not the time; Marvel still has its own storylines to develop.
These storylines can develop without Natasha, but they cannot develop without Iron Man.
Even Protagonist like Captain America Steve Thor are not easily turned into prison guards by Ling Yi.
These Protagonist have such a huge impact on the future timeline that Ling Yi has a premonition that if the future of this world changes too much, some unknown and terrifying Changes will surely happen to the Marvel Universe.
"Mr. Ling Yi, I don't want to leave prison. Could you please keep me locked up?" Bruce Banner pleaded in an extremely humble tone.
Ling Yi was speechless; this was the first prisoner he had ever released.
As Ling Yi absorbed a large amount of life essence again, reaching the Awakening Sixth Layer, his premonition became increasingly clear. He then dared not easily turn or imprison these Marvel Protagonist into jailers.
The smaller cesium horns are fine, but the Protagonist the center positions can't be moved.
At least, not now.
Ling Yi speculated that this Marvel Universe might not be a single universe, but rather a large world with multiple parallel universes.
Otherwise, the Movie Marvel Universe alone could not have instilled this sense of crisis in Ling Yi.
Just as Ling Yi once explained to Tony, the parallel universes of Marvel are all different, and some of the beings in these parallel universes are extremely terrifying.
It is even quite possible that there are true gods who transcend the Universe Grade.
With these speculations in mind, Banner could no longer be imprisoned.
"Sir, you should know that I am an uncontrollable entity. Every time that thing inside me escapes, it causes enormous destruction. It's a demon, and your magical prison is the perfect resting place for a demon," Banner explained with a wry smile.
"I'm sorry, but prisons hold evil people. Your Good and Evil Value has been reset to zero. Continuing to keep you in prison would violate the prison rules," Ling Yi said, making things up.
"I see. Then, can I stay at your shop and work for you?" Banner settled for second best. Since Ling Yi could suppress the Hulk, staying by Ling Yi's side was the best option to prevent the Hulk from causing trouble again.
Ling Yi thought for a moment and then nodded.
As long as he's not in prison, Ling Yi believes that Marvel's powerful Correction force will bring Hulk back on track.
With Ling Yi's approval, Banner was very happy and began cleaning the shop very conscientiously, busying himself with various tasks.
Ling Yi was speechless at Banner's humble demeanor.
Three days later, Frank returned and went back to lifting weights.
With Frank's help, Iron Man developed a new Element that successfully replaced Element, thus averting a life-threatening crisis.
Perhaps due to the butterfly effect caused by Ling Yi, Tony didn't participate in the Monaco car rally, but Whiplash Ivan Vanko still came to New York City and found Justin Hammer. The two hit it off and are secretly plotting something.
Tony, having switched to an energy source far more powerful than in the original series, is once again in high spirits, claiming he will develop an even more powerful suit of armor, thus returning to the right track.
Currently, there are no major issues in New York City.
Hell's Kitchen has gradually regained its popularity. Some ordinary people have discovered that as long as they don't do bad things in Hell's Kitchen, no one will bother them. Whether they open a shop to do business or live there, it is quite safe.
No, it's safer than anywhere else in New York City.