Phase 3 Profit

POV Rio

It had been a few weeks since I had taken all the resources of Earth. And the world was doing somewhat well given the circumstances. I mean the entire world economy has crashed and burned and then got shot up by the mob and then thrown into a lake with concrete shoes but the entire world isn't starving so. Admittedly that is more because of Lembas Bread and Shadow Enterprises. Once all the world's ships and aircraft were stolen I maxed out my Theif Skill. In fact, I saw some improvements in several of my skills thanks to the training and meetings I have been doing.

Ultra Instinct lvl: 9/100

100k/10B

Thief lvl: Max

Leadership lvl: 83/100

8000/8300

I also got a title.

[Ding]

[Title Obtained The Phantom Thief]

{Title: The Phantom Thief

You are a master thief and as such other thieves will avoid stealing from you. Gives a passive effect to those under you and yourself that makes thieves naturally avoid stealing from you or your subordinates. Does not guarantee that they will not target you or your subordinates but decreases the chances greatly. Due to your title, you can now perform Thief skills perfectly. When stealing or using Theif Skills you will leave behind no traces regardless of if you intend to or not. }

The title was a nice passive but nothing too impressive. After taking everything from Earth I am not sure when I will be stealing anything. The other Thief Skills might have a use but the leaving no trace remains to be seen as what it will bring. Everything I stole was sold along with the Cave of Wonders, Treasure Planet, and almost everything in the Thieves Guild Vault. I only kept the unique things like the Eyes Of The Falmer, some armor sets, a couple of weapons, and a few other special items. I also sold most of our metals after we confirmed we could get an unlimited amount from the Minecraft Dimension. I kept some of the resources I took from Earth but not much. In total, I got 2.5 Billion System Points for a grand total of 4.5 Billion System Points.

'Which puts me in a great position. I am around half or over halfway to the needed amount to buy the Customized Star Forge. Which brings me to my next target.'

I had been doing research with the other magic users and our goal was simple. To make a spell that will allow us to travel to nearby Universes safely and stably. After a few months, we had a working spell that would allow us to attack a nearby Universe I called the destroyed Universe. It had only one resident a weakened Doctor Strange. My goal was to move in kill him and sell the Universe. Which ended up being very easy. When I arrived I just used Perfect Unknowable along with my Max Level Stealth and then used Dawn Breaker to stab him in the back. He died instantly.

'That was easy. Too easy. Was he that weak or did I get lucky and trigger the instant kill effect? Well, whatever the case it's time to claim this Universe so I can sell it.'

I claim the Universe and then look through the items and find nothing of massive interest. I chose to not take anything after confirming the System will count them towards the value of the Universe when sold. Then I sold the Universe.

[Ding]

[Damaged Universe Sold For 1 Billion System Points.]

'Wow, that's a lot. Why is it so high given the state of the Universe?'

[Ding]

[The Universe Would Be Worth More If It Wasn't As Damaged. But Given That It Can Be Repaired And Contained Numerous Items Of Value Including The Time Stone The Price Was Able To Rise To 1 Billion. ]

'I guess that's fair since its condition was bad but it's still a Universe. Given that I sold a galaxy's worth of treasure and nearly everything I got from Earth for 2.5 Billion the prices seem to match up.'

After dealing with the adjacent Universe I went back to Sanctuary to discuss the results of using the spell.

POV Charmcaster

I had finally managed to get fully integrated into the Magic Users Alliance. It took a decent amount of convincing but eventually my family name was what made them accept me. Now all I had to do was gather info on their plans.

???: "Hello, Lady Charmcaster."

I turn around and am surprised to see Morgana Le Fay is the one who approached me.

Charmcaster: "It's an honor to meet you, Lady Le Fay. I have read many things about you."

Morgana: "Please just call me Morgana. And the honor is all mine. Your family is old and very respected. It's a shame about your father's disappearance. You have my condolences. I heard he was a great mage."

I don't even have to pretend to be saddened by that statement as my father's death or disappearance has always been a sore subject for me.

Charmcaster: "Thank you for your support. I just hope that one day he will be found."

Morgana: "As do I. But I am very happy to see that you have changed your family's stance on neutrality. While I respect such a stance the times have changed and neutrality is not as feasible anymore."

Charmcaster: "Of course. I respect my predecessors but I think that we shouldn't sit out this conflict. And as the last of my house, I wanted to help in any way I can."

Morgana: "Your help will be very important no doubt."

Charmcaster: "While I do want to help I don't feel comfortable working alongside some of the others."

I look over towards Agatha. Morgana follows my gaze and responds.

Morgana: "I know that our allies are unconventional but they are needed to win this fight."

I get closer to her and whisper.

Charmcaster: "My Grandfather saw Agatha use a magic spell that killed another mage. While my Grandfather wasn't able to figure out what she did my father was able to. It's a Magic Draining Spell. She can steal the magic of others. This is why I do not feel safe fighting alongside her."

Morgana gets a surprised face and I can even see a hint of worry before her face becomes neutral again.

Morgana: "I did not know she could do that. Hmm, I can see why that would make you unwilling to fight with us."

She ponders for a few moments before looking back at me.

Morgana: "I have an alternative for you. I understand your position as the head and only living member of your noble house so I want you to attack and destroy the London Sanctum. I also want you to destroy the New York Sanctum if Loki fails to destroy it."

Charmcaster: "Thank you for your understanding and I gladly accept the mission. I will owe you a favor for this."

Morgana: "Think nothing of it. We mages of England must stick together. I would also be happy if you supported my rise to the Throne of England as is my right. Your family has a lot of sway and could give me the legitimacy I need to claim the throne."

Charmcaster: "When the time comes you will have my support."

Morgana: "Excellent, I knew you would see the value in this opportunity. Now our attack will begin on May 4th. Loki will begin the invasion in full by then. He should arrive on the 1st of May if everything goes well."

???: "Can we trust this Loki? He is the God of lies and mischief."

We look at the person who interrupts us and I recognize him as Rasputin. I have to admit his undead body is very well-made. No signs of rotting and his voice isn't unbearable.

Morgana: "Rasputin, I don't recall you being in this conversation."

Rasputin does an exaggerated bow. And speaks in a sarcastic tone.

Rasputin: "My apologies your highness."

Morgana: "Ugh. Forget it. To answer your question. Loki himself might not be trustworthy but his master is. I know Thanos enough to know that he is cautious and will avoid drawing attention to himself or making too many enemies. Thanos needs Kamar Taj destroyed and so do we. So we will be allies for the time being."

Charmcaster: "Isn't he called the Mad Titan?"

Morgana: "Sigh. Yes, he is mad but not insane. We won't have anything to fear as long as we don't cross him. Thanos isn't strong enough to defeat us so he won't attack or betray us for now."

Rasputin: "But he will in the future?"

Morgana: "Most likely yes. Earth is very valuable metaphysically. And if we succeed we will be weakened but still a threat."

'She isn't mentioning that she would get the Time Stone but from how she is making it sound it is clear she knows that will bring conflict. She probably doesn't want anyone else trying to get their hands on it. I will need to report this as soon as I can as this is vital information.'

Charmcaster: "Will Thanos be coming to Earth personally?"

Morgana: "Highly unlikely. Thanos is a bit of a coward when facing power. It's why he is sending Loki. If Loki is killed or captured then he can regroup and try again. My guess is he is testing Earth's defenses. To see if it can be taken easily. He is supporting us for similar reasons. If we succeed then great, Kamar Taj is destroyed. If we fail then Kamar Taj will be greatly weakened and thus he still wins. Loki is the only one that can destroy the New York Sanctum, so I am sending Charmcaster here to ensure the job is finished."

Rasputin: "Wouldn't she be better used in the main battle in Hong Kong?"

Morgana: "She is our insurance. In case we fail at least the other Sanctums will be destroyed. And you will be able to join up with her and attack the weakened Kamar Taj since you won't die during the battle. Unless you reveal the location of your Phylactery."

Rasputin: "Scoff. Please I am not that foolish."

Morgana: "Says the man who was killed by several normal humans."

Rasputin: "THE ROYALS BETRAYED ME! I was once the most mystical man in all of Russia. Little Anya will pay. But only after Kamar Taj is dealt with."

Rasputin stomps off in anger. Many mages are drawn to the commotion made by Rasputin but after a while, they return to their business.

Morgana: "Well that was something. But we should end our conversation here. The meeting will begin soon."

Charmcaster: "It was wonderful meeting you and getting to talk with you."

Morgana: "You as well. I expect great things from you."

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Authors Note:

More set up for the Battle Of New York. I also wanted to show some profits from all the collecting Rio has done. I thought that Rio would sell most of the gold and jewels he got after making the Diamond and taking all of Earth's Resources. As for the resources well Rio can easily get more off-world but Earth can't. As for the destroyed Universe or the Sinister Strange, I figured that they weren't that strong as they were killed by falling on metal spikes. That and Sneak Attack with Dawn Breaker which does boosted damage against Evil Aligned Beings made it seem likely that it would kill him instantly. Until next time Ciao.