Grey had saved Captain America from the icy grip of Antarctica, where Steve Rogers had been trapped in the frozen wasteland for decades. It had been a momentous victory for both of them. After making sure Steve had recovered and was on his way to reunite with the world he had once fought for, Grey knew it was time to continue his journey. The task ahead was more than just building an army—it was about expanding his influence and developing further. That meant exploring the unknown, learning from hidden places, and discovering powerful resources that could aid in his rise.
One such place lingered in his mind—the Savage Land. A hidden, ancient ecosystem located deep in Antarctica, rumored to be the last untouched paradise of the prehistoric world. If there was anywhere that could hold the answers he sought, it was here.
Grey set out on a private plane, disguised and equipped with his standard tools—he couldn't afford to be recognized or intercepted. The flight was long and cold, but the anticipation of what lay ahead was enough to keep his mind sharp. His AI, ALICE, was already running calculations in the background, scanning for any unusual activity, traces of energy, or signs of hidden technology.
When the plane finally landed on a remote outpost in Antarctica, the wind howled as Grey disembarked, fully prepared for the freezing temperatures. With the thick layer of snow stretching out before him, the landscape was alien and quiet. But beneath the surface, something was pulling him forward—he knew he was close.
ALICE's readings confirmed his suspicions. The readings were faint, but there was no mistaking it. Hidden beneath miles of ice and rock was the entrance to something far older and far more dangerous than he could have imagined. Grey followed the coordinates, scanning his surroundings. The area was desolate, but there was a sense of something ancient, buried in the earth, waiting to be uncovered.
For hours, he trekked through the snow and ice, ALICE guiding him toward the entrance of the Savage Land. Finally, his efforts paid off. A giant stone formation loomed in front of him, covered with cryptic symbols and runes that seemed to pulse with energy. His heart raced as he approached.
Using the techniques he had learned under Xu Wenwu's tutelage, Grey deciphered the ancient symbols with ease. They shifted, revealing a massive door embedded deep within the rock. The air seemed to shimmer as the door opened, revealing a passageway that led downward into the earth. It was warm inside, the temperature rising drastically as he descended further.
The door closed behind him, and as the sounds of the winds above grew distant, Grey stood in awe. He had entered a lush, thriving jungle—an ecosystem like nothing he had seen before. The trees were enormous, towering high above him, while strange, prehistoric creatures roamed freely in the distance. Grey felt a surge of excitement. This was no ordinary place; this was a hidden world, untouched for millennia.
But there was more than just the flora and fauna. As Grey's keen mind scanned the environment, he noticed traces of advanced technology subtly integrated into the landscape. He could see remnants of structures—ancient yet sophisticated—that hinted at a civilization far more advanced than anything on the surface of Earth. His excitement grew as he realized that these were the kinds of discoveries that could propel him even further ahead in his quest for power.
ALICE began analyzing the surroundings, feeding Grey with data on the plant life, potential resources, and possible threats. The AI's voice echoed in his ear, providing him with precise information, helping him navigate this new, strange world. As Grey walked deeper into the jungle, he couldn't help but feel the weight of what lay ahead. The Savage Land was a treasure trove of untapped knowledge, but it was also a dangerous place, teeming with creatures that had been out of human reach for eons.
Grey's mind raced with the possibilities. The resources here could aid him in countless ways—advanced technology, new energy sources, even potential allies among the strange inhabitants of this land. But above all, this would be his test. This was a place where survival meant everything, and where his intellect and resourcefulness would be his greatest assets.
The further he ventured, the more he felt the pulse of the land beneath him. It was as if the land itself was alive, resonating with some ancient power. Grey felt the stirring of something greater than just physical strength or material wealth. The Savage Land held the key to something far more valuable: knowledge.
For now, Grey's journey would continue here, in the Savage Land, where he would explore, learn, and grow even more formidable. There were no shortcuts to power, only the lessons he would take from this strange, forgotten world. And as he pressed forward, he knew one thing for sure: his quest for knowledge and power was far from over.