Dada Dada… Violent gunshots echoed all around!
Derick looked up. Although this place was underground, the ceiling was at least 20 meters high. With Raven and Wasp's abilities, escape was still possible.
"System, release Raven and Wasp! Take Natasha into the sky!"
Two massive venomous demon birds materialized in the open space.
Derick glanced at Natasha, who immediately understood and climbed onto Raven's back.
Whoosh! Whoosh! As Natasha ascended, Watson turned to face Manson.
Somewhere unknown, Baron Strucker grinned maniacally as he watched the monstrous beings on his screen.
"They're all mine… they will all be mine! Hahaha!!"
Manson stood motionless, watching everything unfold. His lack of reaction made Watson uneasy. Looking at the bone spur in Manson's hand, Watson narrowed his eyes. "Are you Abomination?"
Manson raised his head, revealing blood-red eyes. It was clear he was losing control.
"Hehehehe…" He chuckled darkly under his breath.
Ding! Raven has slain Hydra combat members ×3! Experience +30! Current experience (300/1000)!
Ding! Wasp has slain Hydra combat members ×2! Experience +20! Current experience (320/1000)!
As Watson's monster army rampaged, an unexpected change occurred!
! Bang~!!
Just as Watson was about to charge, a powerful roar interrupted him. He turned around to see Raven entangled in a massive electric net, crashing to the ground. Wasp dodged frantically, avoiding another net.
Meanwhile, Fierce 1 and Fierce 2 were also caught for a few moments before breaking free, but dark scorch marks remained on their bodies.
Boom!!
Wasp, however, ignored the electricity and charged around recklessly!
"Electricity-resistant?" Watson analyzed. "Raven and Wasp are weak to lightning, but Wasp has high resistance… so it doesn't affect her?"
As Watson turned his head, Manson suddenly lunged, a bone spur appearing in his hand.
But with Watson's enhanced physique and speed, such an attack was foolish.
Sensing the incoming strike, Watson twisted his body. His right foot erupted in flames as he pivoted on his left foot—
Boom!
A burst of flames exploded as Watson's kick sent Manson flying with his arms barely blocking the attack.
"System, recall Raven and Wasp. Summon Flying Thunder Dragon! Also, calculate my experience after the battle!"
Ding! Flying Thunder Dragon ×1 (16 meters) has been added to Monster Space! Current summons: 3.
"Want to play with electricity? Let's see who's stronger!"
"System, release Flying Thunder Dragon!"
Zizizi~!! Aoao!!
A surge of lightning accompanied by a monstrous roar erupted as a massive figure materialized.
A streamlined 16-meter-long body, shimmering blue-silver scales, a gigantic fan-shaped tail—this was Flying Thunder Dragon!
"You like lightning?" Watson smirked. "Xiaolei, take out the 'battery pack' holders!"
GAAOOO!! Xiaolei turned toward the enemy ranks, its tail crackling with electricity before smashing down! The ground erupted, leaving behind nothing but scorched remains.
With Xiaolei providing cover, Raven swooped low, her claws and venom mercilessly tearing through enemies.
Bang! Bang!
From Raven's back, Natasha fired her pocket pistols with pinpoint accuracy, eliminating enemies with each shot.
As she emptied her rounds, she flipped effortlessly in midair, using the monsters' massive bodies as cover while swiftly moving through the battlefield.
Meanwhile, Derick locked eyes with Manson, who was slowly climbing back to his feet.
Flames ignited around Derick's fists, crackling with energy. Suddenly, lightning intertwined with the fire!
A unique reaction occurred—Watson's entire body was now engulfed in a fusion of fire and lightning!
He looked almost demonic, a warlord controlling the elements of destruction.
Ding! 'Mutant' detection probe has been automatically blocked.
Although Professor Charles had only sensed it for a brief moment, he was now certain the energy signature was coming from New York. One more time, and he could pinpoint the exact location.
Ignoring the system alert, Watson focused on Manson.
"I'm done playing. Are you ready?" he muttered under his breath.
Under his mask, Watson's pupils shifted slightly, elongating.
"ROOOAAARR!!"
Manson had lost all sense of reason! Letting out an animalistic howl, he charged straight at Watson.
Derick gripped his sword tightly. The flames and lightning on his body converged into the blade—
BOOM!
In an instant, Watson vanished, leaving only shattered ground in his wake. The lingering flames and electricity flickered ominously.
SPLIT!!
A red-and-blue slash cleaved the air—Manson's body split in half, charred black from the overwhelming force!
One-hit kill!
As the power of lightning dissipated, Watson's eyes returned to normal.
Glancing at Natasha's battlefield, he realized she no longer needed his help.
Xiaolei's battlefield was already a wasteland of charred corpses. Electricity flickered along its talons, allowing it to latch onto walls, making the giant Thunder Dragon move swiftly through the battlefield like a predator.
Meanwhile, the four smaller monsters had achieved complete dominance.
Moments later, only Watson and Natasha remained standing in the entire underground square.
Suddenly, the large screen flickered back to life.
Patap…
A familiar voice echoed:
"Thank you for the spectacular show~ These creatures are beautiful! A perfect fusion of art and slaughter."
"But, unfortunately for you… you'll all be buried here soon. This is hundreds of meters underground. You have no way out!"
"And before SHIELD arrives, my people will retrieve your bodies."
"I know you can 'recharge' your monsters, whether through your powers or some equipment. But once you're in my hands, it won't remain a secret for long."
"Now, I'll give you one final choice…"
The only response he received—
"Fake squid!"
And two middle fingers.
"...Then enjoy your final moments, buried alive in an explosion!"
The screen cut to a countdown.
··· 00:59
··· 00:58
Natasha stepped beside Watson.
He turned to her and asked, "You don't seem worried at all?"
"My knight told me to trust his strength. So why should I worry?"
Watson smirked, recalling the monsters and stretching his arms.
"Of course!"
"System—Protect Natasha. Release the Horned Dragon!"