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Chapter 262: Daily Life, Hank Pym, The Big Family of Glory and Wealth

After destroying Knowhere, Thanos' Dark Fleet remained anchored in this Space for over several months.

They also dispatched over a dozen exploration spaceships to explore the ruins of Knowhere nearby, hoping to find the lost Power Stone.

But searching for a needle in a haystack, how could it be easy? Moreover, the destruction of Knowhere attracted the attention of many Ravagers and Space Pirates.

These space hyenas were experts at profiting from chaos.

Corvus Glaive, whose fleet had suffered heavy losses, had no choice but to mobilize a large number of Black Order fleets for safety, launching a large-scale purge against the Ravagers and Space Pirates who were watching the spectacle near Knowhere.

Many Space Pirates and Ravagers who wanted to fish in troubled waters were directly turned into fiery explosions among the Stars under the artillery fire of the Black Order fleet.

After several months, the soldiers under Corvus Glaive conducted a grid search in the entire vicinity of Knowhere, but only found some mechanical parts that had been blown away.

Under several powerful antimatter annihilation bombs, even Knowhere, formed from a Celestial Head, was blasted into dust. The place where these mechanical parts were found was already tens of thousands of kilometers away from Knowhere.

Corvus Glaive expanded the range of the cordon by three times.

But not long after, two Kree fleets searching for Ronan the Accuser arrived. Ronan the Accuser was one of the top military Nobles even within the Kree Empire, a member of the Accuser Elders.

His disappearance was a great loss even for the Kree Empire, not to mention the entire fleet that disappeared along with Ronan the Accuser.

The fleet dispatched by the Supreme Intelligence to search for the Accuser was blocked outside the cordon by Corvus Glaive.

Disagreements immediately erupted, and the two sides directly broke out in fierce conflict.

As the other three members of the Black Order arrived, the Kree Empire also sent reinforcements.

The scale of this conflict gradually spread to more than half of the Milky Way Galaxy as both sides continuously employed escalation tactics and time passed. Tens of thousands of fleets were invested by both sides, affecting hundreds of thousands of inhabited planets.

...

When the conflict between the two sides had just erupted, it was already April on Earth.

In April, Raccoon City was already taking shape. Continuous mountain forests stretching for tens of miles, lakes, manors, and a winding Artificial River flowing into the Artificial Lake.

The Artificial River, manors, and villas within Raccoon City formed a huge Formation, gathering the energy radiated by the sun in the sky.

This released sufficient Spiritual Energy throughout Raccoon City and stimulated the Vitality of the tall trees, causing them to bloom with incredibly brilliant flowers.

Tiny flowers bloomed, layer upon layer like pink and white clouds, thick and heavy, pressing down on the small mountain. When the breeze blew, countless petals immediately drifted down with the wind, and the wind instantly turned pink and white, carrying a faint fragrance.

The milky white Spiritual Energy, faintly visible to the naked eye, drifted in the forest. The nearby artificial streams provided enough water vapor, making it almost possible to see countless petals slowly regenerating from the branches, endlessly, with vigorous Vitality. The entire forest, however, became the most refreshing place in this manor.

A few insects like bees flew back and forth among the trees, making faint sounds, making the entire woods appear so peaceful and quiet.

There were many flowers in the grass in the woods, various flowers, whether in season or out of season, all blooming brilliantly. Naturally, this was also the effect of the small 'Formation' covering tens of kilometers.

Insects like bees and butterflies were busy on those flowers. Occasionally, for some unknown reason, they were startled and quickly flapped their wings to fly up, then after a short while, they slowly landed back in their original spots.

On the lawn beside the Artificial Lake, Skye, Rogue, and Scarlet Witch gathered together, admiring the latest season's clothing styles they were wearing, designed by the most famous fashion designers.

Tang Song, who had returned from Knowhere, after dealing with the matters at hand,

Took advantage of the rare leisure time, found a fishing rod, and took the lazy Big Cat to find a spot by the Lakeside to fish.

The calm Lake Surface rippled under the breeze. Tang Song lifted his wrist, and the Purple Bamboo Fishing Rod pulled a half-meter-long trout out of the Water Surface.

The Big Cat obediently ran over, pressed the trout down with a claw, and threw it into the bucket nearby. It then removed the hook and attached the fishing bait.

Eat? How could Cat Master eat this raw trout?

Cat Master was now a cat with taste. Its small quilt must be velvet, and the filling must be natural swan down.

Inside its pillow, there must also be rose petals.

For drinking water, it only drank pure, real mineral water flowing from volcanic springs. For food, it must be the best Australian steak.

After putting fishing bait on Tang Song's hook, the Big Cat raised its head.

In the distance, Lane was walking towards them with a sixty-something White Person.

After Lane politely invited Hank Pym to sit down, the Big Cat specifically brought a fishing rod for the "Guest".

By the Lake, Tang Song took a folder from Lane, pulled out a document from the folder, unfolded it, and read softly: "Hank Pym, physicist, top scholar in quantum physics.

Formerly employed by S.H.I.E.L.D., discoverer of Pym Particles, Original Ant-Man.

Howard Stark's evaluation of you is, well, this word isn't good, stubborn!"

Hank Pym held the fishing rod the Big Cat had brought him, but his attention was not on the Fishing Float at all. His gaze occasionally kept glancing at Tang Song beside him.

Although he had been in hiding, secretly researching quantum technology, he knew a little about Tang Song, the Powerful Figure who had risen to prominence in the Federation.

The current Tang Group could be described as a true behemoth, a giant multinational company spanning over two hundred countries. Some even said that the recent election of the Black Person President and the assassination of the former President were related to him. This was an "Important Figure" who could influence the Federation's political economy! Although Hank Pym had withdrawn from Pym Technologies, his connections in the upper class were still strong. He knew that Tang Song had resigned from his position in the Federal Senate two weeks ago, replaced by Lane, whom he had recommended.

But Hank Pym knew this didn't mean Tang Song's influence had weakened. On the contrary, he was shifting himself behind the scenes, just like the controllers of some true consortiums in the Federation.

Hank Pym just didn't know what the purpose of this "Important Figure" inviting him here was. "In the Quantum Realm, Dr. Pym, you are the most authoritative one on Earth," Tang Song cast his fishing rod and asked, "I heard that in the Quantum Realm, time and real-world time are not the same. Is there a possibility that we can travel from one Universe to Another Universe?"

"Uh," Hank Pym adjusted his glasses in surprise, "Multiverse, that's just a scientific mystery, and the Quantum Realm involves microscopic theories, which should be different from the macroscopic Universe!"

Tang Song couldn't help but feel a little disappointed. The current Hank Pym was focused on rescuing his wife trapped in the Quantum Realm and hadn't delved deeply into many aspects of the Quantum Realm. "Not long ago, I caught a Stowaway from Another Universe. His method of smuggling was quite interesting," Tang Song glanced at Hank Pym. "They entered the Quantum Realm through Pym Particles from another Universe, and then entered our Universe through the Quantum Realm!"

"Pym Particles from Another Universe?!" Hank Pym's hand trembled, and the Purple Bamboo Fishing Rod in his hand plopped into the water.

Tang Song took out a cigar from his cigar box, puffed out smoke, and said, "A Universe with seventy percent similarity to our Universe. There is also a Hank Pym in that Another Universe. He researched Pym Particles and rescued his wife in the Quantum Realm!"

Tang Song waved his hand, retrieved the fishing rod that had fallen into the water, and smiled:

"I'm quite interested in this area. It's just a pity that my research laboratory lacks an expert in the Quantum Realm."

Tang Song handed the fishing rod to Hank Pym and smiled gently: "Interested in cooperation? Let's research together. I'll help you rescue your wife, and you contribute your wisdom!"

Hank Pym suppressed his inner excitement and asked with a somewhat serious expression, "Can you tell me, Mr. Tang, what is your purpose in researching the Quantum Realm? With your power, influence, and position, there's no need to research these matters."

"They say when in doubt, consult Quantum Science. I'm just more interested in Quantum Science."

"Technology can only achieve success through dedicated research. Because of my research team, human technology has leaped forward by a hundred years!

What do you think? If it weren't for my technology research institutes, where would those new energy utilization technologies come from?

How were those new high-power aerospace engines manufactured? The recently released, extremely energy-efficient small household magnetic levitation vehicles, who manufactured them? A large portion of these products that have improved our civilization come from the research departments under Tang Group, Dr. Pym. Clinging tightly to Pym Particles, relying solely on your own strength, how long will it take to fulfill your dream and rescue your wife from the Quantum Realm? Why not let me help you!"

Hank Pym looked at Tang Song, somewhat conflicted. For him, Pym Particles were his lifework, like his own child.

He didn't want his child to fall into the hands of someone with ill intentions, or rather, it was his private property.

He didn't want others to use it, except for the people he designated.

Moreover, the person in front of him truly didn't look like a good person. Not only was his rise to wealth shady, but he controlled over half of the Federation's energy, biological, and manufacturing industries. Hank Pym had lived for most of his life and had seen this typical capitalist face. Pym Particles falling into his hands might not be a good thing. Hank Pym couldn't help but shake his head.

"I'm very sorry, Mr. Tang, Pym Particles are my lifework. I cannot give them to outsiders.

Furthermore, as far as I know, Earth's aerospace technology development level has indeed advanced by decades because of your Tang Group, but you, Stark Industries, Weyland, and Osborn together have extracted profits from this that have almost made half of the Federation your personal possession."

Tang Song narrowed his eyes and smiled: "It seems that in Dr. Pym's impression,

Tang Group has a very bad reputation. But it doesn't matter. Since Dr. Pym is not interested, I will have to find someone who is willing to cooperate. I heard you have a student named Darren Cross, who is currently researching a new type of combat armor. I think he will reach a consensus with me.

Oh, and you also have a daughter who has made significant achievements in the Quantum Realm!"

"Darren Cross! That bastard is a thief, a pilferer! He stole my technology!"

Hank Pym was furious upon hearing Tang Song's words. When he heard Tang Song mention his daughter, he reached out to press the Ant-Man Suit activation device on his wrist, intending to teach this guy a lesson.

However, a gleaming silver fish hook flashed past his eyes first, hooking away the Ant-Man Suit activation device from his wrist! Then Hank Pym felt himself lose control of his body, standing there stiffly, like a wooden stake.

*Splash*, Tang Song waved the fishing rod, disturbing the Water Surface. On the Lake Surface, a Space Gate sparking and hissing opened.

Ivan Vanko, wearing a white research coat and covered in oil stains, walked out of the Space Gate.

"Boss, what are your orders? We are analyzing the experiment data recorded by Knowhere's Red Queen. Connors has dissected and researched a batch of vampires. Using King Kong's DNA, combining elements from the three, we have currently achieved a second-generation clone production line using cloning technology. However, according to my idea," Ivan Vanko walked out of the Space Gate, pulled over a nearby bamboo chair, and sat down, "Why not use Adamantium to produce a batch of Iron Soldiers? Increase the power of the Core Arc Reactor several times. No matter how many angels there are, ten thousand Iron Soldiers self-destructing can also blast them into dust!"

"Adamantium to build a hundred thousand Iron Soldiers?" Tang Song lifted his fishing rod, re-attached the bait, and cast it out.

"You really dare to think big. With the current Adamantium production capacity, a hundred thousand Adamantium self-destructing soldiers, I'd go bankrupt after only a few blasts!"

"By the way, Professor Connors is researching cloning technology, why are you there? Shouldn't you be researching that alien technology?"

"It was Professor Connors who felt that the performance of these clones on the battlefield was too monotonous in terms of attack methods, and wanted to equip them with high-energy machine guns and electromagnetic cannons, so he called me over to help..."

Ivan Vanko pouted, his gaze looking at the stiff, frozen Hank Pym beside him:

"Boss, who is he?"

"This is Dr. Hank Pym, an expert in the Quantum Realm! From now on, he will be responsible for the Base's research in the Quantum Realm! Take him back to the Base!"

Looking at Hank Pym's appearance, Ivan Vanko knew that this invited expert was not very willing, but it didn't matter. He believed that under the Boss's magical spell, he would quickly integrate into their big family.

Ivan Vanko hoisted the frozen Dr. Pym onto his shoulder and returned to the Research Base through the Space Gate.

Pym Particles, Imitate Heaven and Earth, interesting.

Tang Song narrowed his eyes, looking at the Fishing Float on the Lake Surface, smiling like an Old Fox.

(end of chapter)s