Kapitel 146: Chapter 146: The Hive (Conclusion)
"What a strong will," Daniel Davis mused as he surveyed Will's underground hideout, taking in the crude surroundings. Living alone for over a decade on a barren planet inhabited by a terrifying monster would have driven most people to despair.
But Will had connections with HYDRA.
"Even though the daylight hours are short, Will's survival here for over ten years indicates that, with some environmental improvements, this planet could be suitable for human colonization. This is real estate on a galactic scale," Daniel thought, remembering Earth's real estate prices.
Colonizing an alien planet came with numerous challenges, one being establishing a reliable space route. While spatial teleportation could bring people here, Daniel couldn't constantly serve as their personal transporter. He had his own matters to attend to.
These considerations were for the future. Whether or not Daniel would expose the existence of this alien planet depended on the circumstances at that time.
"Maybe I should invest in an ecological research institute to find ways to improve this planet's environment. And I should contact Newt."
Beyond the scientists in the Marvel universe specializing in ecosystems, there were magical creatures from the Harry Potter world that might aid in terraforming. Newt Scamander, author of *Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them*, would have valuable insights.
Unfortunately, this planet wasn't in the Harry Potter universe; otherwise, enlisting a legion of wizards would simplify the task. Transforming the environment with magic would be straightforward.
Daniel had never considered monopolizing the planet. As a human, he felt a duty to contribute to humanity's future, even if this world wasn't his original Earth.
"Star-Lord might help chart space routes." Knowledge of interstellar travel was outside Daniel's expertise, but Star-Lord, a seasoned Ravager, would know how. In exchange, Earth could offer him substantial rewards.
Daniel wouldn't reveal the alien planet for free. By leveraging this planet, he could gain significant tangible and intangible benefits on Earth, aligning with his goal of contributing positively, which the Ancient One would likely appreciate.
The Ancient One seldom intervened in human affairs but still cared for Earth, having protected it for centuries.
"If I reveal this now, HYDRA's Insight program might be thwarted," Daniel mused, pondering the implications while setting up his equipment from his villa's lab on the alien planet.
Despite having undetectable extension charms for storage, it felt wasteful not to utilize the vast alien terrain. While the planet's sandstorms couldn't be completely eradicated yet, temporary barriers could mitigate them.
Here, he could freely produce Iron Man suits. Mining resources could be handled by Red Queen-controlled exploration robots, establishing his industrial park on the alien planet.
"Once operations are underway, I'll invite Tony for joint development and then make it public."
Although revealing Iron Man suit production to Tony wasn't a big deal, since replicating the technology wasn't hard. Anton Vanko could make one; other major powers could too, albeit at higher costs.
The Arc Reactor had solved the major power issue. Even without Stark's exact methods, S.H.I.E.L.D. could produce Iron Man suits if the Security Council permitted it. Agents like Hawkeye, Black Widow, and Shuri would gain significantly from using such suits.
During the Battle of New York, if Hawkeye and others had Iron Man suits, the outcome might have been different.
The Security Council, representing the United Nations' five permanent members, maintained a balance of power. While it seemed only Stark and the Iron Patriot possessed suits publicly, the major powers likely had their versions.
The U.S. military had the Iron Patriot, which they would have reverse-engineered extensively. Military scientists, with a working model, would eventually figure it out.
Publicly, Stark and the Iron Patriot having suits was a compromise. Should Daniel reveal the alien planet, he would instantly gain more influence than Stark. The Iron Man suit wouldn't even be a point of contention.
"The current worlds I've visited offer resources but little in terms of power enhancement. Voldemort's complete revival isn't a concern anymore."
The magic of Harry Potter's world was fascinating but had limitations. Killing Voldemort wasn't challenging for Daniel now, whether through magic or technology. Similar to defeating the Hive, he could have done it without Iron Man suits, using his surgical fruit and magic.
Nevertheless, Harry's world still held value. Items like the Time-Turner and Felix Felicis, which boosted luck, were highly beneficial.
Felix Felicis, enhancing luck for a limited time, could ensure favorable outcomes for Daniel.
Currently, Daniel sought a world that could further enhance his powers. If he were of Asgardian royal lineage, his pursuits would be easily attainable. Asgardians had lifespans exceeding five thousand years, far surpassing even the Ancient One.
Although Daniel could live long, five thousand years was beyond reach. China's recorded history spanned five thousand years, and Asgardians had genetic and perhaps soul-based longevity that current sciences couldn't fully decipher.
Kamar-Taj's magic focused on soul cultivation but didn't explain the soul's composition.
This disparity, the starting point of others being his endpoint, could be bridged with Felix Felicis, potentially leading him to a power-enhancing world. The potion's luck-enhancing properties could accelerate Zhao Helen's nanotech research.
Scientific breakthroughs often hinged on sudden inspiration. Felix Felicis, providing such moments, would expedite progress.
Producing Felix Felicis was exceedingly complex, even for Severus Snape, an expert in potions. Horace Slughorn, the only one capable of brewing it successfully, was highly sought after, even by Voldemort.
During the final battle, many members of Dumbledore's Army survived due to the potion's luck-enhancing effects, dodging lethal spells.
Such a valuable potion was rare not only due to its complexity but also because it required six months to brew, with a high failure rate.
Outside the Harry Potter world, its efficacy would remain, though potentially diminished, confirmed through conversations with Dumbledore, Grindelwald, and Snape.
If Zhao Helen advanced nanotech, the advent of nanotech Iron Man suits would excite Daniel, Stark, and the world.
Nanotech medical advancements could cure many disabilities, elevating Daniel's influence and status.
Finding Slughorn was crucial. His whereabouts were elusive, possibly due to the potion's effects. Grindelwald's followers often found themselves just missing him.
While Felix Felicis was challenging to brew, Daniel's surgical fruit abilities should simplify the process. Successfully brewing it, even with limited use, would be immensely valuable.
Slughorn's respect stemmed from nurturing talent and his potion expertise.
"So many missed calls from Coulson. What's happened now?" Returning to his villa after setting up the alien lab, Daniel found numerous missed calls from Coulson. Realizing it must be urgent, he immediately called back.
"It's you, Fitz. Where's Coulson? What's the emergency?" Daniel asked upon seeing Fitz's anxious face instead of Coulson.
"Finally! Skye's in trouble. Coulson wanted your help," Fitz quickly explained.
"Give me your coordinates. I'll be there immediately." Hearing Fitz, Daniel knew Skye was in critical condition. Coulson had diverted to the facility that saved his life, unable to reach Daniel.
Normally secretive, Fitz divulged the location for Skye's sake, prioritizing her life over S.H.I.E.L.D.'s confidentiality.
Daniel understood this was the plot from Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., where Garrett orchestrated Skye's shooting to uncover Coulson's resurrection secret. If Daniel had been reachable, Coulson might not have needed to go there. However, Daniel had been on an alien planet, out of signal range.
Daniel couldn't preemptively warn Coulson or Skye without revealing too much. Moreover, they wouldn't have heeded warnings about preordained events.
"Coordinates?" Fitz provided them. Though far from New York, Daniel used a portal, having no qualms about revealing his increased powers.
Previously, he hadn't exposed such abilities due to personal power limitations. Now, stronger and technologically advanced, Daniel could easily handle Hive and other threats.
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