"When did Blue Star gain another notable figure?"
Odin understood his son well enough not to dismiss such claims as mere jokes.
Moreover, with Loki unleashing the Destroyer and Thor returning unscathed, it was evident that some powerful ally must have intervened.
However, the name "Harvey" was unfamiliar to Odin.
Then, he recalled an inexplicable presence that had been observing Asgard two years prior.
Yet every attempt to trace the source had been futile.
It was highly likely that this Harvey was indeed the individual Thor mentioned.
"I'm not entirely sure who he is, but finding him isn't too difficult; he's quite well-known in New York," Thor explained.
"However, Tony mentioned that Harvey isn't keen on meeting me, so pursuing him would be pointless."
"Understandably so. His reluctance to meet you likely stems from a desire to avoid complicating your affairs and drawing my attention," Odin mused, his gaze sharpening with insight.
"Now it makes sense."
Thor, initially puzzled by Harvey's avoidance, started to comprehend why someone aware of him would shy away from close contact. He considered his personality, which he believed to be approachable, but he found reassurance in his father's words.
"Since he doesn't wish to meet you, it's best not to be overly curious about him."
"As long as you don't provoke him, he will likely overlook your actions out of respect for me," Odin advised, noting the concern on his son's face.
The fact that Harvey showed consideration for him indicated that Thor would undoubtedly be influenced by their interactions. However, the nature of that influence—whether beneficial or harmful—remained uncertain.
"Indeed, if he's around, Blue Star shouldn't have to worry about anyone causing trouble."
Thor nodded in agreement. "Whether he's actually from Blue Star is still up in the air."
"However, when it comes to magic and the realm of the mind, the Supreme Sorcerer is already on guard for enemies in Blue Star."
"Our responsibility in Asgard pertains to the physical realm. Rather than hoping for his assistance or intervention, you, as the future king of Asgard, should pay more attention to Blue Star."
"At least in terms of physical threats, you need to maintain order."
Odin observed his son's calm demeanor and felt a swell of pride.
"Who is the Supreme Sorcerer?" Thor asked, his curiosity piqued.
"A very ancient being, over a thousand years old," Odin replied. "When the time comes, you will meet her."
"Of course, if you never meet her, that's even better. It would mean Blue Star faces a threat beyond what the Supreme Sorcerer can handle, necessitating additional help."
Odin chose not to elaborate further. Their relationship with the Supreme Sorcerer had never been particularly close; they had maintained a respectful distance over the years.
"Why does it feel like you have so much more to say to me today, Father?" Thor inquired, a hint of confusion coloring his voice.
"It's nothing significant. You've passed the test, which means you're soon to take the throne," Odin explained, his expression unchanged.
"And I will be sleeping for a while, so there are some matters I need to discuss with you."
"Just so you don't end up in over your head and create a major mess for me."
Thor pondered Odin's statement. "Before taking the throne, I suppose I should find a way to repair the Bifrost?"
Now that he was becoming king, his previous arrogance faded as he focused on the pressing task ahead.
"I will arrange for someone to repair the Bifrost. In the meantime, you should take the ship and explore the other worlds apart from Blue Star."
"The collapse of the Bifrost will certainly have repercussions, and the people across the Nine Realms will feel it. This may spark some unrest."
"You need to prevent large-scale conflicts and restore peace across the Nine Realms."
"At the same time, you must demonstrate your abilities to the people of the Nine Realms."
"But remember, your role is to quell wars, not to wield power recklessly."
Odin felt immense relief seeing his son's composed demeanor.
"I understand," Thor replied, nodding resolutely.
As they walked together, Odin continued to impart important knowledge to Thor, who listened patiently, eager to learn how to fulfill his future role as king.
Several days passed.
Tony was engrossed in his study of Uru metal, marveling at its properties, which far exceeded any metal he had encountered before.
If he could harness and forge it into his suit, his strength would be sufficient to face nearly any foe on Blue Star, and he'd have no reason to fear adversaries across the cosmos.
After all, even a full-force strike from the God of Thunder could only barely penetrate its defenses, leaving it far from destruction. Crafting armor from this metal would essentially grant him a physical advantage.
However, the significant issue was that, with his current capabilities, he could not melt or manipulate this Uru metal at all.
This predicament left Tony stumped—he had a treasure right before him but couldn't utilize it.
After some contemplation, he decided to reach out to Harvey for assistance and dialed his number.
It was the middle of the day, so Tony wasn't concerned about interrupting Harvey's activities.
"What's up?" Harvey's projection materialized in Tony's underground lab.
"Harvey, this Uru metal is just too tough and has an extremely high melting point—I can't forge it!" Tony exclaimed, eager to convey his dilemma.
"Of course, you can't," Harvey replied, sounding slightly exasperated.
"But you asked me to study it…" Tony protested, equally confused.
"I asked you to investigate the various properties of Uru metal," Harvey clarified. "I want to know if you can find a way to synthesize a new alloy by combining different elements to enhance the durability of your Iron Man armor."
"To reforge this metal, you'd need the energy from a neutron star—only the dwarves have that capability."
Harvey explained that Uru metal, used to forge divine weapons, was far superior to Vibranium. The chances of Tony being able to melt and reshape it were slim to none.
"Are the dwarves that advanced?" Tony exclaimed, surprised. "They can harness neutron star energy?"
"Isn't that expected? Dwarven history far surpasses that of humans," Harvey remarked. "Humans have only a few thousand years of history; catching up is no simple task."
"If we were to gauge the gap between human progress and that of other civilizations in four stages, humans haven't even officially ventured into the cosmos yet—right now, they're like infants just beginning to walk."
"Just take it step by step," he concluded.
"Got it. I'll look into how to create a similar alloy," Tony acknowledged, realizing that impatience wouldn't yield results.