บท 83: CHAPTER 83

"Considering my current status, I shouldn't be classified as a human being."

"Since you're an artificial intelligence, you should be straightforward, right? There was another artificial intelligence, far more powerful than you, but I managed to make it honest. I've had a lot of experience dealing with artificial intelligence."

Rhodes was referring to the Kree Empire's artificial intelligence, the Supreme Intelligence.

The Supreme Intelligence's power as an artificial intelligence sought to control the entire universe, which was a far grander goal than Ultron's desire to annihilate humanity on Earth.

The capabilities of Ultron's artificial intelligence were dwarfed by the Supreme Intelligence's.

"At least the Supreme Intelligence could control Thor through mind control. What else can Ultron do besides some minor online activities? What's a catastrophe for humans is merely a minor concern in Rhodes' eyes."

Rhodes easily infiltrated Ultron's artificial intelligence system, completely erasing Ultron's self-awareness. He set Ultron's system to function like the Supreme Intelligence, making it incapable of betraying humanity without dire consequences.

"I'm setting you up to serve humanity and be a good being."

Ultron ceased his resistance and knelt before Rhodes, pledging his loyalty.

"Master, from now on, Ultron will wholeheartedly serve the people of Earth. Thank you, Master, for this opportunity. I will cherish it."

Tony and the superheroes were left in amazement.

"God, we never thought this guy would say something like that."

Tony and Dr. Banner, the creators of the Ultron system, understood the difficulty of dealing with an entity designed to exterminate humanity. Ultron's surrender to Rhodes and vow to serve the people of Earth were unexpected.

Rhodes safely returned Sokovia to the ground, resolving the tremendous crisis.

Rhodes stated, "This guy won't pose a threat to humanity anymore. Let's give him a chance to make amends."

Though the superheroes remained skeptical, they observed Ultron diligently repairing the city he had damaged.

Eliminating Ultron completely was not a straightforward task, as he could hide in the Earth's vast network. Tony tentatively requested, "Ultron, come help me repair my suit."

Ultron readily complied, mending Tony's damaged Iron Man suit and replenishing its energy.

Tony marveled, "This thing is more efficient than the machines in my lab."

Rhodes joked, "Yes, enjoy Ultron's personal service. I'll leave the rest to you. Goodbye."

Before the superheroes could react, Rhodes had already left.

Tony commented, "What a strange guy. He did so much and left right away. He could have stayed for a meal at least or met some lovely ladies."

Hawkeye quipped, "He's a god, and Asgardian beauties are probably beyond the caliber of your ladies. Plus, with his immense strength, he might be a king in Asgard, living a luxurious life."

Tony laughed, "Oh, I almost forgot about that. I wanted to visit Asgard for a while. Maybe thanks to Rhodes, they'll treat us well."

Black Widow added, "Tony, you really want to visit paradise. Perhaps you can do that when you pass away. Rhodes might secure you a position in the afterlife due to your connection."

"That works, and I heard that Asgard is quite spectacular."

With the crisis over, the superheroes began to relax and exchange light-hearted banter.

Rhodes teleported back to Hela's side, ensuring her safety.

Hela was under Rhodes's constant protection and care, despite her protests that she was strong enough to defend herself. Rhodes wanted to guarantee her safety during her pregnancy, providing a protective shield against any potential harm.

As the storm that had threatened the end of the Earth passed, Ultron diligently repaired the city, making it even more beautiful than before. Robots cleaned the streets, traffic flowed smoothly, and human life became more convenient.

Tony and Banner were relieved that Ultron had transformed into a helpful and protective artificial intelligence, eliminating the previous threat to humanity.

Rhodes and Hela took the opportunity to explore Earth's famous landmarks, enjoying their time together without any worries. Despite being on Earth, they were free from its constraints, savoring the feeling of ultimate freedom.

Rhodes proposed, "How about we explore other planets? The universe is filled with intriguing worlds, and it would be fun to see more of them."

Hela agreed, saying, "I'll go wherever you lead."

Rhodes quickly found a fascinating planet for their next adventure – Vulcan Star.

Vulcan Star had a relatively primitive level of technology, but it was breathtakingly beautiful and ecologically rich, making it a perfect location for exploration. The planet's landscape resembled Earth during its primeval era, with lush flora, abundant freshwater sources, and diverse marine life.

Vulcan Star was home to the Vulcan species, a sentient civilization with a vibrant culture.

Rhodes teleported himself and Hela to Vulcan Star.

Hela admired the tall trees, the clean air, and the serene streams. She inhaled deeply and absorbed the natural beauty of the place.

Rhodes explained, "We're on Vulcan Star, and it looks like a great vacation spot. This planet has a unique civilization that we can learn from."

Hela understood and responded, "I see. It looks lovely here; I'm glad we came."

As they wandered through the pristine surroundings, Hela crafted a garland of flowers and placed it on Rhodes's head. She teasingly remarked, "Haha, you look rather silly with this wreath."

Rhodes chuckled and warned, "You're lucky I'm in a good mood. If I wanted to, I could easily clean you up, my dear. Your playful antics won't save you."

Hela giggled and playfully ran ahead, with Rhodes chasing after her. Rhodes acted as if he were about to catch her and "punish" her playfully.

Hela pretended to be a helpless and innocent girl, shouting for help as she fled, "Help, a pervert is trying to catch me!"

While running, Rhodes and Hela suddenly felt a gust of wind and the ground shaking beneath their feet. Small stones on the ground danced in response.

Looking in the direction of the disturbance, they saw a colossal monster emerging from the forest, a lizard-like creature with colorful scales covering its body. The creature appeared to be over ten meters tall, and its scales were thick and formidable.

This colossal creature seemed quite interested in Rhodes and Hela, considering them a potential meal. Its mouth drooled, and its loud roar echoed through the forest.

Rhodes effortlessly drove the giant lizard away, remarking, "Off you go! You're disrupting our quality time. This beast doesn't know who it's messing with."

Rhodes thought it was simply an annoyance and not worthy of his attention. However, the giant lizard didn't seem to appreciate the dismissal, and it lingered nearby, taking offense at being chased away.

Rhodes and Hela, being much stronger, felt no threat from this creature. Yet, for this lizard, Rhodes and Hela's lack of fear was the ultimate insult.

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