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Chapter 289 The Approaching Storm

Chapter 289 The Approaching Storm

"So why isn't Thor here in this situation?!"

Tony complained through the screen, because of Electro's special nature, Tony had become an indispensable character in this battle. Whether it was the power required by the Iron Man armor or the arc reactor on Tony's chest, they were very easy targets for Electro. Once the power of these things was absorbed, Tony Stark would basically be finished.

Literally, it means he's done for; the bullet casings in his veins will lose their suction and flow towards Tony's heart, causing his death.

Therefore, the Avengers need to come up with a solution within a few minutes, otherwise Tony will be disconnected and unable to participate in the discussion.

"Thor said he's going to Svartalfheim to help the dwarves fight the fire giants. If Thor were still here, we really wouldn't need to worry about a live lightning bolt," Hank said as he and Peter made some minor adjustments to the new Spider-Man suit. Meanwhile, Tony, back at his villa, was trying to provide as much information as possible to help everyone before the power went out.

After all, once Electro really arrives, Manhattan's electricity supply probably won't be enough for him, and communications will truly be cut off.

"The Fantastic Four are still exploring the wasteland universe, while Banner has gone to find his girlfriend..."

The captain sighed helplessly. He was told it was best not to participate in the battle, as the enemies were becoming increasingly beyond the capabilities of ordinary super soldiers.

Where are the X-Men?

"I just contacted Emma Foster, and she said that the other person seems to have learned somewhere how to use electrical signals to defend against telepathy, so there's no way to make him stop."

The captain also brought some new bad news, while Tony, Hank, and Peter were designing the suit. The suit was made of a polymer material produced by anti-gamma rays, the same cosmic radiation that had transformed the Fantastic Four. This radiation had also modified their original spacesuits, allowing them to perfectly adapt to their abilities.

Therefore, as long as the equipment is designed in advance, this suit can also perfectly adapt to Spider-Man's abilities—mainly by designing a suit that can "deprive" him of electricity based on Peter's own bioelectric discharge and storage capabilities.

While the communication system was still operational, Tony first explained his analysis conclusions.

"Okay, to summarize our strategy, one point is based on the characteristics of the enemy we've discussed. Electro can absorb and release electrical energy, but he can't absorb the electrical energy he releases. If we create a power-free environment in a short period of time, Electro will become weaker and weaker until he completely loses his ability to resist. So, we need to stop the Arc Reactor beneath Avengers Tower first. Janet, can you handle it?"

Janet, who was carrying out the shutdown procedure underground, looked relaxed.

"Of course, even if I'm not a professional scientist, I'm still part of the scientific community. I have to explain to the investors what they can produce and leave it to me."

"Okay, next step, we'll make a bioelectric suit. Spider-Man will fight the enemy and, based on the enemy's characteristics, perform a 'battery swap' to enhance the suit's energy storage capacity. We'll guide it to absorb the bioelectricity in your body and then store the energy it releases to boost your speed. This should significantly increase your speed as well. I'm still studying our Sonic friend's running data. Once the suit is ready, I'll have him deliver it to you."

Tony looked at the design drawings, making changes with a stylus. Peter, after listening, asked, "What if this doesn't work, and we can't weaken him enough..."

"Then the only option would be to disperse all the electrons in his body, turning him into an electric current and introducing it to the surface or spreading it into the atmosphere. This would most likely kill him, so it's best to avoid doing that if possible." After Hank gave his suggestion, Peter nodded.

As the only person in the team currently capable of generating electricity, he is the only one who can execute this strategy. The strategic idea is very simple: since Electro has shown two major weaknesses in previous battles—weakness due to excessive current consumption and inability to absorb the electrical energy he releases—then Spider-Man, who can release bioelectricity, will attract the opponent, grab him, and then directly strip the opponent of his current in one go, thus beating him to his knees and begging for mercy.

"All the hospitals in New York have completed the transfer; they're all in New Jersey now. Various corporate projects and high-level engineering projects have also been notified—at least as you requested." Quicksilver reported his completed mission back at Avengers Tower, leaving the old captain quite surprised: "If only this kid could always come with us on our missions."

"Wait a minute." Quicksilver smiled. "Is this an invitation for me to join the Avengers?"

"First of all, no; secondly, even if you did, you'd still have to deal with your old man."

Tony bluntly pointed out the biggest obstacle to Quicksilver joining the Avengers, then looked at the Pentagon's reply. Although Tony didn't get along with the Pentagon and the White House, what if they caused some trouble underground in New York, resulting in Electro getting his fill of electricity? Fortunately, after learning that a being capable of absorbing electricity at will was heading towards Manhattan, the Pentagon very politely stated that they had received the signal, shut down all projects, and were waiting for the Avengers to handle everything.

"Hmph, that's quite unexpected. I thought they would send American imposters or a few fighter jets to handle this problem."

Tony finished the design as he spoke: "Jarvis, start 3D printing. Tell me how long it will take for that Thunderball to reach Manhattan?"

[Based on satellite imagery, there is one minute and fifty-two seconds remaining, sir.]

"Okay, where's the silver-haired kid? Tell him to come pick up the package."

Tony poured himself a vegetable drink as he spoke. Just as he finished and was about to drink it, he saw Quicksilver standing at the gate of the manor in the camera's view.

"My God, this is California, and he got here in half a minute." Tony sighed, asking Jarvis as he opened the door, "How much longer, Jarvis?"

[One minute and twenty-two seconds, sir.]

"I asked about new clothes for Christmas."

The speedsuit will be completed in thirty-seven seconds.

"Very good, Jarvis. The mayor of New York City and the White House have been notified, right? Janet seems to have shut down the Arc Reactor."

Tony finished his drink as he spoke, smiling as he began this battle he was destined to miss: "Let New York shut down."

(End of this chapter)