Shadow of the Beautiful World

Still at St. Matthew's Church.

Archangel Gabriel disappeared into the floating halo with an angry face, just like stepping into the moonlight.

And when her figure dissipated into feathers flying all over the sky, the door of the church was also pushed open.

Clark Kent was the first to enter the church.

Then there was Bruce Wayne in a suit and a windbreaker.

Then there was Steve Rogers, who was very young in a denim suit.

Then there is the demigod Diana, who is wearing a long skirt and has an elegant and graceful figure.

Finally, there was Nick Fury, who had a gloomy face, as if the whole world owed him money.

There are a lot of people here.

But Clark followed Merlin's instructions and did not tell everyone the news of his return.

Why don't you turn on the light?

Merlin said softly:

Look, I can't even see Fury

This welcome word made everyone who entered the church laugh, except Fury, who was sullen.

What you just said will get you into trouble.

Clark walked up a few flights of stairs, and he looked at Merlin standing in front of them waiting for them.

He smiled and said:

They'll sue you for racism and your good name will be ruined, no kidding, I'm serious, I'm a reporter.

Let them go, I don't care, if anyone has an opinion, let him come to hell and say it to me!

Merlin looked at Clark as well, then reached out to him.

But the next moment, Clark opened his arms and held the Lord of Hell in his arms. He patted Merlin on the back and whispered:

Welcome back, brother.

Wow, this welcome is really warm.

Merlin smiled, let go of Clark, and hugged Bruce again.

And finally Steve.

This old man with a resolute appearance but an emotional heart has red eyes and seems to be about to cry.

To be honest, this scene looks amazing.

But judging from the friendship between them, it's not a big problem.

I promised my wife that she wouldn't mess with other girls.

Merlin looked at Diana in front of him, and said:

So let's shake hands.

But I want to hug you more.

Diana didn't care, she gave Merlin a warm hug like the previous two men.

she says:

Why can't I do what men can do? Besides, you're not my type, Merlin

ha?

Merlin said in surprise:

Am I not handsome enough?

You are too promiscuous.

Diana blinked and said bluntly:

If you were single, I would probably think about it, but there are too many excellent women around you, so I won't join in the fun.

All right.

Merlin smiled, then turned to look at Fury in front of him.

There was a gleam in his eyes, and he opened his hands and said:

Fry, won't you give me a hug?

never mind.

Fury said awkwardly:

“I don't like this much”

bring it on!

Merlin laughed and walked forward, holding Fury in his arms.

He said softly:

I really thought you were dead, bastard, of course don't expect me to cry for you then.

At your funeral, I wanted to cry, but unfortunately I'm too old and I can't do what I want.

Fury's cold expression melted a bit, he sighed, and he said:

Anyway, welcome back brother.

The hug between Merlin and Fury didn't last long, and Fury was really not used to this kind of intimate contact.

He quickly pushed Merlin away, saying:

It's good to come back, I still have a lot of work to do here

Don't count on me.

Merlin waved his hand and said:

How can I, the majestic lord of hell, still participate in the common affairs of the world. The things I am planning now can scare you to death, Fury, so you can do those jobs.

He patted Fury on the shoulder and said:

If things get desperate and you need help, you can call me.

Fury wasn't too disappointed.

In fact, before he came, he had almost guessed the result.

And on Bruce Wayne's private jet, Diana also popularized some common sense about the Lord of Hell to him.

It's not that Merlin doesn't want to help, but the Lord of Hell can't freely enter and exit the world. Once they cross the boundary at will, it will cause a lot of trouble.

Actually, the Merlin who appeared in the church tonight was just a ray of astral projection.

With great power, there must be shackles.

This is also impossible.

I ask you something

Behind Merlin, Clark suddenly asked:

That angel I saw that day, wasn't it?

Ahem!

Merlin coughed violently and winked at Clark, who nodded knowingly.

There was also a strange, indescribable smile on the face of that Chinese character.

Merlin's performance has already confirmed Clark's guess.

The black-winged female angel that day was indeed Merlin herself.

Wow, some hell lords are superficially beautiful, but they still have such perverted hobbies behind their backs.

Steve and Bruce beside Superman couldn't understand the weird smile on Clark's face.

But what a character Batman is, he quickly guessed that Clark's question must be related to some of Merlin's secrets.

Okay, don't gossip like that, everyone.

Merlin spread his hands, and he said to his friends:

I invite everyone here tonight because I have something important to say. I probably won't be able to appear in this world for a long time, so if you need help, please speak up.

It's hard to take care of you old friends after I put my energy into more important things.

Everyone sat on the chair next to Merlin, they looked at each other, and Diana spoke first:

I don't need your help with anything. In fact, I didn't come here tonight. It was Bruce and Clark who said that there was something important. They seemed to want to form a group or something and wanted to ask your opinion.

Um?

Merlin turned to look at Bruce Wayne, who nodded and said in his signature steady tone:

That's what we intend to do. I thought the Avengers were a stupid idea, but now, we need another Avengers.

This matter is still related to you.

Clark went on to say:

3 days ago, I participated in the Sons of Hell's intervention in the Armistice Covenant. I saw the melee between Heaven and Hell. The Ghost Rider told me that the battle for the King of Hell has begun, and Hell's invasion of the world is becoming more and more frequent.

That's right.

Merlin nodded, and he explained:

The group of hell lords are vying for the throne of Satan. They don't want to see an all-out war in several dimensions, so they make a contract. Whichever lord can bring the greatest fear to the world can become the king of hell.

I was also forced to intervene in it, but I think that the other great monarchs probably won't show mercy to the world like I do.

Merlin said in a deep voice:

They will do everything they can to accomplish this. Most importantly, don't expect heaven to intervene. The angels are now wrangling with the demons of hell.

Disasters will come, and you are right to prepare in advance.

He looked at Bruce, and he said:

What are you going to do?

I haven't thought about it yet.

Bruce said:

However, there is a high probability that it will follow your system of forming the Avengers, with Clark and Diana as the core, and I will be responsible for the recruitment. But we will learn the lessons of the Avengers.

Batman says:

Strength is not the most important thing, but the mind is the main thing. We need real heroes, talented people who can control themselves.

Um.

Merlin nodded, looked at Steve again, and said:

Captain, why don't you join such a Guangweizheng organization?

I want, too.

Steve showed a regretful expression, and he said:

But I'm inseparable now, and I'm doing another thing for Fury.

After speaking, he looked at Fury.

The latter hesitated for a moment, then said frankly to the other three:

The captain and I are currently investigating the invasion of the Skrulls. It is basically certain that a group of Skrulls have entered the earth, including those bastard queens.

I don't know how many of them there are, but it is conservatively estimated that there will be no less than 1,000.

Fury said in a deep voice:

Actually, after the virus infection situation in Raccoon City is brought under control, this is the next mission of s.d.o.l.d..

Merlin should know how important and terrifying this matter is, so it will be difficult for us to promise to join your hero organization.

However, if necessary, we will still help you as much as possible.

Bruce and Clark looked at each other, and they nodded.

They're not ignorant either, they've all been members of S.H.I.E.L.D., and they know what the Skrulls are.

You can recruit from heroes who lost their jobs.

Merlin says:

Of course, let's start with the upper-level combat effectiveness. The lower-level members are actually easy to talk about.

I hope that you can gather all the superheroes who are now scattered, and I can also give you a suggestion. I have a nephew named Arthur

I know him.

Clark said:

At the New York docks, he performed very well.

Any other suggestions?

Bruce wrote down Arthur's name, he looked at Merlin, and he said:

Like your other nephews or something

Well.

Merlin shrugged and said:

The other nephew is an ordinary person. Don't bother him. In fact, you can ask my two younger sisters, but Ruiwen can't! She needs to recharge her energy to prepare for a big event.

Having said that, Merlin blinked suddenly, he looked at Bruce, and he said:

Your son

Damian hasn't written or called Raven in seven months.

Bruce said:

Your sister really broke my son's heart.

It's for their own good, you have to understand.

Merlin smiled awkwardly.

One more thing.

Fury said:

About the omnic, according to Dr. Banner and George's monitoring, the fifth impact of the remnants of the fire source is coming, and the data board that Carol brought back last time also found some very bad things.

The Cybertronians, those Decepticons, they haven't given up on this world, they've been hiding in it, looking for something.

Braised Egg said worriedly:

I'm concerned that they're going to use Fifth Impact to do something that will delay us from tracking them down.

Leave the robot to the robot, Fury.

Merlin said casually:

With my endorsement of Mechanicus, you will probably feel relieved. Icarus and her followers will deal with the fifth impact and the troubles caused by the Cybertronians.

It's not our attitude that matters, Merlin,

Fury explained:

Both Hill and I have joined the Mechanicus, we naturally have no doubts, but s.d.o.l.d. cannot represent the official.

The problem now lies in the official attitude. Although the hostility between the Eyes of the Sky and the Mechanicus has been weakened, they are willing to let go of their contradictions and deal with the birth of omnics that will appear.

But some less wise politicians are advocating the 'omninic threat theory' at this time, and the World Security Council seems to have also

Let them go!

Merlin says:

They are not the center of the world. When the changes come, if they can't keep up with the changes, they can only be eliminated.

This may not be a bad thing, Fury, the burden on your shoulders is already heavy enough, don't put more pressure on yourself, political matters, let those politicians discuss it.

Fury hesitated for a few seconds, then nodded helplessly.

Your questions are all finished, so it's my turn to make a request.

Merlin clapped his hands, stood up, and said to the brothers and friends around him:

I'm in hell, and it's hard to fully pay attention to the situation in this world. I have something that I need your help to find something.

Under the watchful eyes of several other people, Merlin explained:

Some things called infinite gems, I haven't seen a specific form, but they must have powerful and incredible power, and they can even change reality and rules.

The time of their existence must be very ancient, and may be related to some myths and legends.

The difference is, they're real.

Once there is an item like this, be sure to notify me as soon as possible.

Merlin said with emphasis:

This matter is very important. I can't tell you the specific content. It's the same as my last battle before. I can't tell you. It's to protect you.

When the right time comes, I will never hide it again.

etc!

As soon as Merlin finished speaking, Diana raised her head, and he said:

What you want is ancient, powerful, with various special effects, and can be used for destruction?

Um?

Merlin looked at Diana, he looked into the eyes of the demigod, and he said:

Have you seen anything like it?

I've seen more than that, Merlin.

Diana chuckled slightly and said:

I have even touched it with my own hands. In my hometown, Amazon Island, there is a special seal, and there is something called a 'mother box' in it, which fully meets all the characteristics you mentioned.

But the problem is that the mother box needs three fusions to activate.

Her Royal Highness Princess Amazon frowned and said:

There is one in Amazon Island, one in the underwater kingdom of Atlantis, and the last one is hidden in a mysterious place by humans.

The most important problem is that even if you know about it, I don't think my queen mother and the king of Atlantis will offer the mother box with both hands.

Merlin narrowed his eyes.

After a while, he smiled and said:

It's okay, it's okay, it's nice to have this information.

As for their unwillingness to give it, that's okay.

I'll always find a way to convince them!