章 213: Chapter 206
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Alright, it's more than just encountering it; they were parasitized by the Aether particles.
This luck is simply unbeatable.
So, is that why he brought Jane Foster back to Asgard?
This must be what was mentioned in the previous diary entries—bringing Jane Foster to Asgard.
Even Odin was extremely displeased.
At that time, Thor was still puzzled; could another version of himself have been so easily beguiled into bringing a mortal to Asgard?
After all this time, it turns out that's what happened.
But wasn't Malekith attacking Asgard for the Reality Stone?
Judging by the tone of the diary, it seems like Malekith was attacking Asgard for the Aether particles?
Could it be...
The Aether particles are the Reality Stone?
Thor thought it was quite possible.
After all, Asgard couldn't be so useless as to let Malekith invade twice.
That would be a joke!
This also explains why the Aether particles are so powerful, capable of engulfing the Nine Realms in darkness!
It similarly explains why Asgard possesses the Reality Stone.
Clearly, it was because of the battle with the Dark Elves.
In this battle, Asgard completely defeated the Dark Elves, killing Malekith with Jane Foster's help.
Consequently, they acquired the enemy's secret weapon, the Aether particles!
Which are indeed the Reality Stone.
Everything makes sense now!
After piecing together this fragment from the diary, the overall picture became clearer and more coherent.
Moreover, considering the time, it's been over 4,900 years since the last celestial convergence, hasn't it?
Doesn't this mean that the Dark Elves are about to make a comeback?
Thor's expression grew serious.
"Jane Foster!"
"Jane Foster, again!"
In front of another diary, Nick Fury's deep gaze returned to this name.
Long ago, Fury had monitored Jane Foster because of Thor's arrival.
Later, in an attempt to "pair" Natasha with Thor, he also monitored and analyzed Jane Foster.
But the plan ultimately failed.
So Fury withdrew his attention from Jane Foster, no longer keeping tabs on her.
However, it now seemed Fury had to resume his previously halted work.
Jane Foster is the key to the Dark Elves' resurgence!
She is crucial to finding the Aether particles, or rather, the Reality Stone!
Fury hadn't expected that this ordinary astrophysicist would turn out to be such an important figure.
[But truth be told, even so, it makes little difference to Asgard.]
[When Hela resurfaces, Asgard is bound to be washed in blood!]
[If I recall correctly, Hela single-handedly slaughtered all of Asgard's army.]
[She killed everyone in her path, Asgard was helpless before her overwhelming power!]
[Even Thor and Loki combined were no match for her.]
[Even if Thor evolved from his battles with Hela, enhancing his power and becoming the true Thor, it was still in vain.]
[Oh, and let's not forget Valkyrie, a top-tier Asgardian warrior.]
"No, it can't be!"
"How could this happen!"
Thor, in front of the diary, was deeply shaken.
Even though the diary had previously mentioned that he was brutally beaten by Hela, the Goddess of Death, and even "knocked down like a dog."
Even more, that his hammer was shattered by Hela.
But no matter what, Thor couldn't believe she would invade Asgard!
That's his sister!
Even if there were conflicts with their father Odin, and she was imprisoned by Odin for so long, filled with anger needing release.
But to wash Asgard in blood?
That's her home!
In Thor's mind, Hela throwing a tantrum and venting some anger was understandable.
But this was too excessive and mad!
This "bloodbath" was not just an exaggerated metaphor.
She literally slaughtered all of Asgard's army!
Outrageous! Did Hela indeed do such a thing?
It's simply too much!
So that's Hela's true nature?
No wonder!
No wonder Odin chose to imprison Hela, viewing her as a grave threat.
All this time, Hela wasn't what he imagined.
Thor was awakened!
The revelation from the diary was like a bucket of cold water thoroughly awakening him.
It extinguished the last glimmer of hope in his heart for his sister.
So, Hela was indeed the extreme threat Odin had claimed!
He had been too naive about her!
Now he knew exactly what attitude to take towards Hela.
However, Valkyrie?
Thor was extremely surprised; wasn't Valkyrie extinct?
"What is going on?"
Thor furrowed his brows.
He felt there was more to this than meets the eye, possibly some hidden secrets.
As a child, Thor admired the Valkyries greatly, even aspiring to become one.
Until he discovered only women could become Valkyries, then he gave up.
So he had specifically asked Odin about the battle that led to the near extinction of the Valkyries.
But Odin had always evaded giving a clear answer.
So even now, Thor doesn't know how the Valkyries disappeared.
Yet the diary now tells him the Valkyries aren't extinct!
They still exist!
So where are they?
Why has Thor never seen them?
[But the present Valkyrie should be indulging in hedonism on Sakaar? Serving as a scavenger under the Grandmaster, living aimlessly.]
[The battle with Hela did give her a nightmarish trauma.]
[At this point, she never imagined she would one day return to Asgard, let alone become the queen of New Asgard.]
[To be fair, Valkyrie ruling Asgard is much more reliable than Thor.]
[Thor is only suited to be a warrior, not a king.]
[Moreover, Thor has no desire for it!]
[After defeating the Dark Elves, he even voluntarily declined Odin's offer of the throne!]
"Planet Sakaar?"
Thor couldn't help but feel very surprised by this answer. Why would Valkyrie be on Planet Sakaar? Initially, Thor had no knowledge about Sakaar, but after getting a hold of a diary and seeing some spoilers, he specifically studied it.
This planet has a peculiar location, surrounding which are cosmic channels filled with turbulence akin to space chaos. It's usually used by major galaxies to exile criminals or dump waste — it's an interesting "trash planet." How could the esteemed Valkyrie of Asgard end up in such a place, living a hedonistic life, and scavenging under the Grandmaster?
Thor quickly realized he was wrong. Valkyrie's fall had nothing to do with the Grandmaster, but everything to do with Hela!
"Could she have participated in suppressing Hela's rebellion?" Thor pondered deeply. It seemed plausible. His father, Odin, had mentioned that Hela tried to overthrow him due to differences in ideology, attempting to seize the throne. Though Odin didn't elaborate much on the details, Thor could now imagine just how catastrophic that war must have been, given Hela's true power he learned from the spoilers.
There must have been immense casualties — so severe that Valkyrie vanished, and the survivors had lingering traumas, hiding on Sakaar to eke out a living. Hela was indeed a formidable threat! Thor gained a deeper appreciation of her power and felt a heavy sense of foreboding. With his father having limited time left, he wondered if he could truly handle Hela when the time came.
Currently, Thor was not yet transformed and was still just the "God of Thunder," not the true Thor. The pressure was immense.
"New Asgard?"
Thor couldn't help but frown. What did "New" mean in front of Asgard? Could it be that in the future, there would be a rebuilt Asgard? To differentiate, they added "New"? Thor couldn't think of any other reasonable explanation.
But why would Asgard, which doesn't pursue hegemony or plunder, need a new version? Combining various known clues, Thor naturally thought of one critical event: Ragnarok!
Only the destruction of Asgard could necessitate reconstruction. Does this mean the prophecy of Ragnarok would indeed come true? Would Asgard, as foretold, be consumed by endless flames?
The thought made Thor look even more worried. First, there were the rebellions in the Nine Realms, then the Dark Elves' invasion, followed by his sister Hela's, and now Ragnarok! Asgard's future seemed impossibly bleak and turbulent.
The only comfort was the magical diary, through which Thor could foresee a brutal future and prepare accordingly. As for Valkyrie becoming Asgard's queen, after some initial surprise, Thor was quickly at ease.
Indeed, he once craved the throne, desiring to be a great king like his father, Odin. However, after clashing with Odin during the coronation and being exiled, Thor experienced much and grew significantly, losing his ambition for the throne.
Discovering someone more suitable to lead Asgard, giving up the throne didn't surprise him.
"But no, it should be said, I actively refused the throne Loki handed me."
"Loki, the God of Mischief, tricked everyone! He exiled Odin to Earth and crowned himself king. You believe that?"
"Loki made a terrible ruler, indulging in pleasures, neglecting duties, plunging the Nine Realms into chaos. Had Hela not arrived, Asgard would've been ruined by Loki."
"And if Thor hadn't returned in time, the brothers might not have even seen Odin one last time."
"Loki?"
Thor was speechless. According to the diary, the Odin who handed him the throne was actually Loki in disguise? That joker dared to impersonate their father! Even for the trickster Loki, it was too much.
However, one thing was clear: Loki exiled their father to Midgard to fulfill his kingly fantasies. Did Loki care so much about the throne? Wasn't he supposed to only want equality with Thor? Yet, to claim the throne, he resorted to such drastic measures!
So he usurped the throne but then failed to govern properly, nearly ruining Asgard. It was incomprehensible.
"One last time?"
"What does that mean!"
Thor's mouth twitched, filled with agitation and denial. The diary specified that Odin was exiled by Loki after the Dark Elves' incident, implying Odin had little time left afterward.
Considering the Nine Realms' convergence, there were only a few years left. Thus, Odin had mere years to live? Although Thor knew his father was frail, he didn't expect his time to be so short!
In that moment, Thor felt a heavy burden, even finding it hard to breathe. The harsh reality of his father's imminent demise was too painful to accept, and Thor realized there was nothing he could do about it.
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