"Hmm?"
Seeing this, Karl immediately became vigilant.
Good for you, Murong Fu… no, you bald head, you’re actually learning from me and not playing by the rules?
You’re trying to beat me at my own game, huh?
Alright, alright, I’ll see what new tricks you can come up with.
Then, in Karl's puzzled gaze, the Ancient One continued:
"After this period of observation, I have discovered that the sorceress Wanda has outstanding potential as a magician. If she is properly cultivated, her future achievements may even surpass mine…"
"Therefore, I have decided that I will formally accept Wanda as my disciple."
"Of course… before that, I must obtain the consent of Mr. Karl."
Σ(⊙▽⊙"a???
WTF???
This statement indeed exceeded Karl's expectations.
He originally thought that the Ancient One would take the opportunity to drive Wanda away.
After all, no matter how generous this bald head is, he can't possibly cultivate a successor for the Dark God, Chthon, right?
This is a matter of principle, the so-called incompatibility of good and evil…
But who would have thought that this bald head would suddenly pull this stunt on him?
To the point where Karl was caught off guard.
The harsh words that had already reached his lips were swallowed back down.
But he quickly reacted.
Well, I always thought that only I… ahem, the lofty Sorcerer Supreme were all ascetics, ignoring worldly affairs.
I didn't expect that you, Ancient One, would also engage in such human relations, and so smoothly!
Alright, alright, so that's the kind of Ancient One you are.
"Cough cough…"
Seeming displeased by Karl's somewhat strange gaze, the Ancient One deliberately coughed lightly, and then continued:
"I know this decision may seem a bit abrupt. If Mr. Karl disagrees…"
"I agree, I agree with both hands."
Before the Ancient One could finish speaking, Karl decisively stated, "I unconditionally support the Ancient One's decision."
"Although Wanda and I will continue to endure the pain of separation, for the future of Kamar-Taj and Earth, how can I abandon the safety of Earth for my own selfish desires?"
"Therefore, Sorcerer Ancient One, you can rest assured and cultivate Wanda as your successor."
Upon hearing this, a vein popped on the Ancient One's forehead: As I thought, none of the dimensional demons are good people!
He clearly gained a great advantage, but still pretends to be foolish, attempting to gain more benefits!
However.
The reason why the Ancient One made such a decision was not a whim, but a carefully considered plan.
If this time can confirm Karl's identity as a dimensional demon.
Then she will prepare to use the opportunity of teaching Wanda to win over Karl, thereby deepening the alliance between the two camps.
In order to cope with the "uncontrolled" bad situation that may occur in the future.
Conversely, she will cut the Gordian knot quickly, tear off the pretense, seal Karl in the Mirror Dimension, and then expel Wanda from Kamar-Taj.
So as to cut it off at the source before the danger comes.
The reason why the Ancient One made such a risky decision is because recently, the "changes in the world" have begun to develop in an increasingly uncontrollable direction.
Nowadays.
Even with the help of the Time Stone and the Eye of Agamotto, it is impossible to completely see the changes that will happen in the future of the Earth.
It's as if an invisible hand has covered the Earth, making the Ancient One's observation blurry.
This is undoubtedly an extremely bad omen, and indicates that something terrible is about to happen!
So the Ancient One must make full preparations in advance.
Fortunately, Karl's identity can withstand scrutiny…
The Ancient One once again ignored the strange gaze cast by Karl from across the room, cleared her throat, and pretended that nothing had happened, continuing to ask:
"However, Mr. Karl, I have a question, I wonder if you can answer it?"
Here it comes, here it comes, the real intention is about to be revealed!
Now that the conversation has reached this point, if Karl still can't guess the Ancient One's true intention, then he would have wasted all those years in the workplace.
But he really didn't expect that this bald head would grasp human relationships so well.
Presumably, the reason why she took the initiative to say that she would accept Wanda as her disciple was to give herself a reason that could not be refused.
This way, she would truthfully answer her next question!
See, how natural this foreshadowing is, it doesn't look like a novice at all.
But with Karl's temper, how could he hand over the initiative of the conversation?
So the corners of his mouth gradually curved into a smile that was not a smile, and he said bluntly:
"Presumably you want to ask why the power that was sealed has suddenly recovered, right?"
The Ancient One was slightly startled, not expecting the man's mind to be so delicate and meticulous, and then gently nodded.
Seeing this, the smile on Karl's face gradually became richer.
Immediately, he raised two fingers, pretending to be mysterious and said:
"I have good news and bad news, Sorcerer Supreme, I don't know which one you want to hear first?"
(╯°Д°)╯︵┻━┻
Talking to this grandson is too tiring!
The Ancient One usually hates doing multiple-choice questions the most. She usually uses the Time Stone to observe the answers directly.
"Listen to the good one first."
"The good news is that the part of my demon god body that remained in the subspace, for some reason, broke through the dimensional barrier and re-established contact with me."
Karl deliberately pretended to be smug and said, "Presumably it won't be long before I can recover all my power."
Upon hearing this, the Ancient One not only did not feel relieved, but her nerves became instantly tense.
As if guessing some bad possibility, she asked with a face full of eagerness:
"What about the bad news?"
The corners of Karl's mouth arched high to both sides, revealing two rows of teeth flashing with a森白 light, and a devilish smile.
"The bad news is of course… the seal suppressing those four Chaos Gods has loosened, and now their power can also penetrate into the real world."
After saying that, he looked like an outsider, and gave the Ancient One a shameless expression of "if you need help, come and ask me."
How is it?
Old thing, I'm asking if you're afraid?
"How could this be…"
The Ancient One couldn't help but recall the incident that her chief disciple Mordo had reported earlier, about the discovery of magical creatures invading the Salem Air Force Base, which had never been recorded in any ancient books before.
Now it seems that it should be mostly caused by the followers of those four Chaos Gods, right?
After being silent for a long time.
The Ancient One said with a solemn expression, "Neither I nor Kamar-Taj know much about the Chaos Four Gods, and we are not prepared to confront them head-on."
"Therefore, if we really go to war with them next, we will mostly need Mr. Karl's guidance. I hope you will not hesitate to teach us at that time."
"Easy, easy."
Karl waved his hand with a heroic face, and said meaningfully:
"Sokovia and Kamar-Taj are close partners, we share weal and woe, and we should be united against the enemy."
"Presumably, when I send people to search for the whereabouts of those evil god followers around the world in the future, the Sorcerer Supreme will promptly dispatch mages to provide portal services… ahem, to help, right!"
Do you even want to save face?
Want to take advantage of Kamar-Taj and have all the mages help you protect Sokovia, I think you're wishful thinking!
The Ancient One felt that her good temper, which she had cultivated for hundreds of years, seemed to be running out today…
She had never seen such a shameless person, who would dig a hole for you if you weren't careful.
No, he's not a human, he's a dimensional demon.
Even Mephisto, that shameless bastard, is not enough to compete with Karl, and can only be ranked second on the "Shameless God List" now.
Still sending people to search for evil god followers?
I'm too embarrassed to expose you in person.
The mages of Kamar-Taj will never be slaves… ahem, my mouth is crooked with anger, mages are definitely not attendants to be dispatched at will!
Even if you are a dimensional demon, it won't work.
Of course, if Wanda is willing to provide services for Karl, the Ancient One can turn a blind eye and pretend that she didn't see anything.
After all, their destinies have long been closely linked together.
But you kid better know when to stop!
But before the Ancient One could speak, she heard Karl on the opposite side continue to add:
"Also, as long as my little Wanda eats well here, sleeps well, is not bullied, and can learn some real skills, then dealing with the Chaos Four Gods is not a problem."
The Ancient One silently recited the Qingxin Mantra in her heart, and found that it didn't work, so she did it again…
Then, in order to prevent Karl from continuing to make excessive demands.
She used the Mystic Ring to directly open a portal to Sokovia behind Karl, and said quickly:
"Mr. Karl, please rest assured, I will teach Wanda wholeheartedly."
"As for the specific matters of dealing with the Chaos Four Gods, let's talk in detail at an appropriate time in the future!"
As the voice fell.
In order to prevent ordinary displacement magic from being ineffective against Karl, who has now regained part of the power of the dimensional demon, the Ancient One suddenly waved towards the opposite portal.
The portal was pulled by her magic, and in the process of moving forward, it happened to accommodate Karl's figure, and then disappeared instantly before he could react.
"No, why are you in such a hurry to drive me away… you don't even want such a good solid wood chair?"
Karl curled his lips, this time he finally had the confidence to give a universally recognized hand gesture to the direction where the Ancient One disappeared, "The Sorcerer Supreme is still as rude as ever, without even saying goodbye!"
But soon, he restrained his aggressive posture, and his face returned to his usual calm and restrained appearance.
This trip to Kamar-Taj can be said to be very successful, even exceeding the target.
Not only did it completely dispel the Ancient One's suspicion, causing her to actively want to deepen the cooperative relationship.
At the same time, it also brought a new future for little Wanda.
Karl believes that with little Wanda's magical talent, she might really be able to replace Strange as the Sorcerer Supreme in the future!
If that's the case, then wouldn't he, Karl, be able to dominate the earth and be the only one in charge?
Thinking of this, even Karl couldn't help but be filled with anticipation for such a future.
"Then next, it's time to meet Brother Zong."
In fact, Karl had been coveting Godzilla for a long time.
Even his initial target was Godzilla, the King of the Monsters.
However, after successfully harvesting the powerful Kong, Little Handsome Boy.
As the Titan monsters appeared one after another, Karl gradually realized through repeated attempts that there seemed to be a powerful and mysterious force guarding the consciousness of these Titan creatures from being invaded.
The older the Titan creature, the stronger the force existing in its consciousness.
So Karl was forced to give up the plan to conquer Godzilla.
But later, as he accidentally discovered that the cosmic secrets emitted by the Infinity Stones could provide the energy necessary for the survival of Titan monsters.
Things once again ushered in a new turning point!
Since it is destined that he cannot successfully "tame" Godzilla using the Mind Link, then it is better to settle for the next best thing,
Use the pure and delicious cosmic secrets to win over this King of the Monsters to his camp.
This way, at least he will have one less powerful enemy in the future.
After making up his mind, Karl activated his ability to fly into the sky, and then flew towards the area where Kong and Godzilla were located.
……
In the dense forest north of the Sokovia Mountain Base.
Roar——
Godzilla, who had just woken up, struggled to get up from the ground.
But before it could make any movements, a fist the size of a mountain suddenly appeared in front of it, and then greeted it with three punches, directly knocking it unconscious.
The one who shot was naturally Kong.
The worker… no, the handsome boy, has always been meticulous in carrying out the things that Karl has instructed.
Dong dong dong——
Kong pounded his chest triumphantly a few times.
Then he used sign language to gesture to Pietro below:
"This old guy is too resistant to beatings. If I hadn't been there to save the day that day, he would have been beaten to death by those two little weaklings!"
"Pietro, let me tell you, you didn't see how fierce I was at the time… I just went up and simply gave a few 'bang bang' punches, and I didn't even have time to be serious, and I directly killed those two little weaklings."
"Hey, what did Karl say… how lonely it is to be invincible!"
"So, in my opinion, this old guy is not worthy of the title of King of the Monsters… After Karl comes back, I must tell him that the title of King of the Monsters belongs to me in the future."
"Hahaha!"
Pietro was immediately amused by the talkative King Kong, laughing so hard he bent over. He clutched his stomach and said:
"Hey, buddy, I know you're strong… but like Karl said before, if you want to be the 'King of the Monsters,' you'll at least have to beat Godzilla without using the Symbiote Suit, right?"
