Odin reacted quickly, realizing something was wrong. He grabbed Thor's hammer and sent Qin Xiao flying with a single blow.
"That terrifying?"
Qin Xiao stood up and said with lingering fear.
"Even in my prime, I wouldn't dare do that. But you, you went straight for the Supreme The Ancient One. Trying it on any random Earthling might be fine, but you can forget about the rest of us!"
Odin rebuked.
Qin Xiao knew that this was Odin's concern and honest words, which had saved his life.
Hearing this, he was not angry at all; instead, he bowed slightly to Odin in thanks.
The Ancient One chuckled lightly, "Actually, I could have just given you a quick push to distract you; you hadn't even started making a move yet!"
Qin Xiao:...
After being struck by Odin's hammer under some pretext, Qin Xiao had no choice but to accept it, even if he felt guilty. He strongly suspected that Odin was avenging his adopted son by beating Loki so badly that his head was turned into a pig's head.
Turning his head away from Odin, Qin Xiao asked the Ancient One.
"Would there be a problem if the other person was an ordinary Earthling?"
The Ancient One glanced at Qin Xiao. "With your strength, taking down a hundred ordinary people wouldn't be a problem. Once you learn the specific incantations and control methods, you could turn the tide over an entire city, provided there aren't any people like us in that city."
Before Qin Xiao's strength reaches a certain level, the Ancient One still needs to rely on the gems and her own power to deter Dormammu's invasion. Moreover, the Ancient One often observes those uncertain futures, and she has her own plans regarding when to teach Qin Xiao magic.
However, Qin Xiao now requests to borrow the Time Stone.
"Although you are not affected by the timeline, the Time Stone still has a significant impact and cannot be used recklessly. You need to tell me, what exactly do you want to do?"
The Ancient One asked, somewhat puzzled.
"I just... wanted to give someone a birthday present!"
Qin Xiao said calmly.
London, United Kingdom.
Royal Brompton Hospital.
Because Peggy Carter's health has been deteriorating in recent years, the government has allocated special funds to designate a separate area in the hospital and built a small building there specifically for Peggy Carter's recuperation.
Aside from members of royalty, only this legendary agent and the founder of S.H.I.E.L.D.. could receive such treatment.
In fact, compared to the two identities that brought her a lifetime of honor, there was another identity that was the most important in Peggy Carter's heart.
That's Captain America's girlfriend.
In fact, during World War II, the combination of Captain America, Peggy Carter, and Howard Stark already resembled a mature superhero organization.
Captain America's Howling Commandos, along with Howard providing logistics and equipment, and Peggy Carter providing intelligence, formed a perfect trio.
It can be said that they together destroyed Hydra, led by Red Skull, which led to Germany's defeat and ended the war prematurely.
This was an incredibly glorious period, and it was also the era that Peggy Carter recalled most often after lying in her hospital bed.
That date from years ago was not only a lifelong regret for the Captain, but also for her.
" Steve, Steve Rogers! I've been waiting for you! You're finally back, it's been such a long, long time!"
The Captain finally mustered the courage to meet Peggy Carter, which brought Peggy Carter to tears.
"Yes, I'm back, Peggy. How could I bear to leave my beautiful girl? I still owe her a dance!"
The Captain let Peggy Carter hold his hand tightly as he spoke.
Peggy Carter was so agitated that she breathed rapidly for a long time. The Captain gave her a bottle of water and she took a sip, which helped her calm down.
"It's good that you're alive. I heard you were back a long time ago, but I didn't know when you would come to see me. I was really afraid I wouldn't make it to your door!"
Peggy Carter was a little tired and lay down a bit, but one hand was still tightly holding the Captain's hand.
"I'm sorry, Peggy, I should have come sooner. I just... I need some time to adjust. This world is completely different now!"
The Captain said with some self-reproach.
"It's alright, it's good that you're here. You saved this world, and while you were away, we messed up what could have been a better world. I heard you formed the Avengers with some people. You're still the same as before; you're destined to be a hero, Steve!"
Peggy Carter's gaze is no different from it was more than sixty years ago; it still holds a deep sense of admiration.
The Captain smiled somewhat sheepishly. "When you first met me, I was just a malnourished little guy. It was you, it was all of you—Dr. Dr. Erskine, Colonel Phillips —who turned me into a hero!"
"No! Steve, heroism isn't about muscle strength, it's about the heart. The moment I met you, you were already a hero!"
Peggy Carter shakily pulled a photograph from under her pillow; it showed Captain America before he received the Super-Soldier Serum.
"After you left, I thought about it for a long time, trying to figure out exactly when I fell in love with you. At first, I thought it was when you kissed that beautiful secretary, but after you disappeared, I realized that the person I missed most was you at that moment!"
Peggy Carter placed the photo in Captain America's hands.
The Captain picked up the photo, glanced at it, and said with a smile.
"It's a pity Dr. Erskine didn't invent the miniaturization serum, otherwise I could have come back to see you looking like this!"
Hahaha! Cough... cough!
Peggy Carter was amused by Captain America and burst into laughter, but after only a few laughs, she started coughing violently.
Captain America quickly went over to help her up, making her more comfortable.
"I'm fine, Steve. Listen to me, it's great to hear you joke around. You're more humorous than before, which means you have good friends. Enjoy your life, Steve, your life deserves to be even more wonderful."
Before coming, I thought about it many times, but I never had the courage to come and see her.
After arriving, the Captain realized that he was actually quite lonely inside. Putting aside the relationship between the two of them, it was rare to find someone he knew from his generation.
Let's talk about the stories from the past.
I didn't dare talk for too long, afraid that Peggy's health wouldn't hold up, and we agreed to visit her again next time.
The Captain left Peggy Carter's hospital room with a hint of melancholy.
Almost as soon as the Captain left the small building, Qin Xiao emerged from the grove of trees in front of it.
After looking around and making sure the Captain was far away, Qin Xiao stepped into the small building.
Four chapters done!