Tony Stark was engrossed in the holographic model of nanotechnology, his fingers rapidly manipulating the molecular structure diagram, his mouth constantly muttering energy conduction parameters.
Xiao Han suddenly looked up, a playful smile playing on his lips.
"Tony, put away your little toy," Xiao Han tapped the console.
"We have a guest."
"What? Not now! I'm at a crucial part..."
Before Tony Stark could finish speaking, Jarvis issued an alert: "Sir, detecting a S.H.I.E.L.D. Quinjet approaching, estimated arrival at the helipad in 30 seconds."
Tony Stark cursed, quickly shutting down the holographic projection: "Jarvis! Initiate data encryption protocol, hide all research on nanotechnology!"
Xiao Han walked leisurely to the floor-to-ceiling window, watching the black jet slowly land on the helipad of Stark Tower.
Nick Fury's signature black trench coat flapped in the strong wind whipped up by the rotor Blades.
"This guy is getting more and more fond of showing up uninvited," Tony Stark scratched his hair irritably.
"After he mentioned the Avengers Initiative last time, I explicitly refused."
Xiao Han chuckled softly: "He's here for me."
The moment the elevator doors opened, Fury's single eye locked onto Xiao Han.
Behind him were two fully armed Agents, but Xiao Han noticed their fingers were away from the triggers, clearly Fury had learned his lesson from last time.
"Mr. Xiao," Fury's voice was low, with a hint of restraint.
"We need to talk about what you did in New Mexico."
Tony Stark stepped between them: "Hey! Nick, this is my place, you need to make an appointment to talk..."
"It's alright, Tony," Xiao Han patted his shoulder, "I also want to hear what the Director of S.H.I.E.L.D. has to say."
Fury's gaze swept around the laboratory, finally stopping on the box containing the uru metal: "As far as I know, You accessed alien technology without authorization, and now it seems You've also brought back alien material without permission."
Xiao Han raised an eyebrow: "So?"
"So?" Fury's voice rose a few decibels.
"Do You know this violates the Extraterrestrial Technology Control Protocol? That stuff could pose a threat to Earth's safety!"
Xiao Han couldn't help but laugh out loud: "Nick, are You mistaken about something? I'm not your Agent, nor am I under S.H.I.E.L.D.'s jurisdiction.
I'll go wherever I want, and bring back whatever I want. In short, I'll do whatever I want."
Fury's face darkened: "Everyone must follow the rules, Mr. Xiao. Even a... special individual like You."
"Rules?"
Xiao Han's eyes suddenly became dangerous, "Are You referring to following rules like You secretly researching the Tesseract? Or following rules like You conniving with HYDRA's infiltration?"
Fury's single eye narrowed slightly: "That's our internal affair."
"I know a lot more than You think, Director Fury," Xiao Han took a step forward, his Biofield silently expanding, the air in the entire laboratory seemed to solidify.
"Like a certain Tesseract project being secretly researched, like a certain Winter Soldier hidden in a Base in Siberia, and furthermore..."
He deliberately drew out the last name: "Carol Danvers."
The moment that name was spoken, the atmosphere in the room instantly changed.
Fury's expression instantly became incredibly colorful, the two Agents subconsciously reached for their weapons, but in the next second, they found themselves unable to move.
Xiao Han's Biofield had completely controlled them.
"Relax, Director Fury," Xiao Han's voice returned to calm.
"I'm not interested in your little secrets. But if You continue to interfere with my actions with this attitude."
Xiao Han paused, his body levitated, his eyes glowing with golden light: "I don't mind letting S.H.I.E.L.D. experience what Superman's wrath is like."
Fury's single eye stared intently at Xiao Han: "Do You think You're invincible? You're not the only superhero in this World."
Xiao Han landed on the ground and shrugged: "Of course I'm not invincible. If You think it's necessary to call back that Captain Marvel who's acting as a vigilante in outer space, feel free to try.
I'm curious whose is stronger, her photon energy or my Heat Vision."
Fury's breathing was noticeably rapid: "How do You know all this?"
"I suggest You go read some Superman comics to understand what abilities Superman has," Xiao Han turned and walked towards the window, his back to Fury.
"Now, if there's nothing else, Tony and I have work to finish."
The laboratory fell silent.
Tony Stark looked at Xiao Han, then at Fury, and wisely kept his mouth shut.
Finally, Fury took a deep breath, turned, and walked towards the elevator: "Thank You for the reminder, Mr. Xiao, S.H.I.E.L.D. will be watching You."
Before the elevator doors closed, Xiao Han said without looking back: "Remember to say hello to Secretary Pierce for me."
The moment the elevator doors closed, Tony Stark let out an exaggerated whistle: "Wow! Xiao, You were awesome just now! But, who is Carol Danvers? And what's the deal with Pierce?"
Xiao Han retracted his Biofield, and the air in the laboratory flowed again: "Carol is Fury's trump card, an energy manipulator who can fly in space. As for Pierce..."
He showed a meaningful smile: "That's S.H.I.E.L.D.'s own problem."
Tony Stark nodded thoughtfully, suddenly excited: "So You really can hear sounds anywhere on Earth?"
"I told You, Tony, I'm not interested in your private life," Xiao Han rolled his eyes.
"Now, do You want to continue researching your nano suit?"
"Of course!" Tony Stark immediately put the conflict just now out of his mind, "Jarvis! Bring up the data from just now!"
Meanwhile, on the S.H.I.E.L.D. Quinjet, Fury's single eye flickered.
He took out an old-fashioned pager, his thumb hovering over the call button for a long time, but ultimately put it back.
"Not yet..." he muttered to himself.
Tony Stark was fully focused on adjusting the prototype design of the nano suit, the holographic projection constantly changing before him.
Xiao Han stood aside, his eyes slightly closed, his super hearing capturing abnormal energy fluctuations worldwide.
Unfortunately, he didn't hear anything interesting.
The only thing that surprised him was discovering that this World also had characters that only existed in certain comics.
For example, Spider-Man, whom he saw last time, was the first version.
For example, Daredevil, Blade, Taskmaster, and so on.
Just then, a gentle voice suddenly echoed in Xiao Han's mind.
"Mr. Xiao, if You are willing, Kamar-Taj welcomes your arrival."
Xiao Han opened his eyes.
This voice was Ancient One.
Tony Stark noticed his unusual behavior: "Xiao, what's wrong?"
Xiao Han pondered for a moment: "Tony, I have to leave for a while."
Tony Stark raised an eyebrow: "Where are You going?"
"Nepal," Xiao Han didn't explain further, "An old friend wants to see me."
Although Tony Stark was confused, he still nodded: "Okay, I need to figure out this project."
Xiao Han didn't take off his suit, he soared directly into the sky, turning into a black stream of light, speeding towards Nepal.
Nepal
Kathmandu
Xiao Han landed on the ancient streets of Kathmandu, his super senses quickly capturing the surrounding energy fluctuations.
Soon, he detected a strange magic energy flowing deep within a certain alley.
"Found it," he murmured, stepping towards the hidden magic barrier.
As he approached, golden ripples suddenly appeared in the air, and a portal slowly opened, revealing the ancient gate of Kamar-Taj.
A man wearing a dark blue robe with a serious face stood inside the gate, his hands behind his back, his gaze sharp as he examined Xiao Han.
"Mr. Xiao Han?" his voice was steady.
"I am Mordo, the Sorcerer Supreme asked me to wait for You here."
Xiao Han nodded: "Lead the way."
Mordo stepped aside, and Xiao Han walked into Kamar-Taj.
In an instant, the surrounding scene suddenly changed, ancient wooden buildings, burning incense burners, the magic energy filling the air, and the sorcerers practicing magic in the distance.
Here is the holy land of Earth's magic.
Mordo walked in front, his tone calm: "The Sorcerer Supreme is waiting for You."
Xiao Han said nothing more, following him through the long corridor, finally arriving in front of a quiet meditation room.
The door slowly opened, Ancient One was sitting cross-legged on a cushion, with a steaming cup of tea in front of her.
She looked up and smiled slightly: "Mr. Xiao Han, welcome to Kamar-Taj."