"I can sense your worries, and I can sense your past nightmares..." the symbiote brought up Tony's dreams.
"I see those extraterrestrial threats, alien beings, never friendly."
"Do you know where I come from?" the symbiote suddenly asked.
"Isn't it space?"
"Yes, but you don't know. We are a species, with countless kin."
"My father, and his kin under the leadership of their riotous leader, invaded the Blue Star."
"For humans, the might of the symbiotes was unstoppable. Their destruction was only a matter of time."
"However, my father liked that planet. He betrayed the leader and helped humans resist the extraterrestrial threats."
"But he couldn't resist the power of the riot. Within just a few months of engagement, humanity lost half its territory."
"If not for Lin Feng's appearance, that planet would likely have fallen by now."
Tony's eyes flickered, his gaze distant.
"He went to your universe?"
"Indeed."
"What I'm telling you is that the beings in the universe are far more terrifying and brutal than you imagine."
"And sooner or later, they will discover the Blue Star, a planet technologically backward to them."
"Your armor is quite good, but before them, it's no match..."
"I can enhance your armor, your physique. Even later, when your technology advances, I will also possess stronger combat capabilities."
"If you abandon this power simply because I have intelligence,"
"Then, one day in the future, I believe you are destined to regret it..."
The symbiote's words made Tony's breathing quicken.
It had directly pierced Tony's disguise and revealed his deepest worries.
That's right, if one day he failed to protect Pepper or Morgan, recalling his choice today would surely fill Tony with regret.
Between pride and the treasures he protected, which was more important? Tony knew how to choose.
These words seemed to be the last straw that broke Tony's hesitation, instantly clearing his mind.
"Alright, then I and you..."
"Let's coexist for a while and see."
Saying this, Tony let out a long sigh, feeling the weight in his heart dissipate.
He had made his choice.
He didn't want Pepper or Morgan to lie in his arms, dying, when disaster struck.
At that time, it wouldn't be the disaster that killed Pepper or Morgan, but Tony's stubbornness and pride at this very moment!
These things were worthless in the face of his wife and daughter's lives!
"I am Tony Stark, Iron Man, a billionaire. And you?"
With his mind clear, Tony reverted to his flamboyant, sharp-tongued, mustachioed self.
"Me?" The symbiote's large head formed a question mark.
"I was just born, I have no name."
"You can give me one," the symbiote said.
"I'll give you one?" Tony raised an eyebrow, stroking his stubbled chin, and looked at the dark symbiote.
"How about Black Sludge? It completely fits your characteristics!"
"..." The symbiote remained silent, merely opening its large mouth to reveal a row of ferocious sharp teeth.
Tony raised his hands in surrender. "Okay, okay, I was kidding. What kind of name do you want?"
"I want a name that is majestic and imposing!" the symbiote declared.
"My father is called Venom! I want a name even more imposing than his!"
"A majestic and imposing name?" Tony stroked his chin, deep in thought.
He didn't want to be a defender with a shield; he wanted to be a defender with sharp spikes all over!
The next morning, Lin Feng received a message.
It was from Tony Stark.
【Venom】
【That's the name I gave him...】
Two messages, and Lin Feng chuckled.
He understood; Tony had accepted the symbiote.
In fact, Lin Feng knew that the old Tony would never have accepted such an entity parasitizing his body.
But Lin Feng's appearance had made Tony recognize his responsibilities earlier and mature faster than in the original story.
So Tony accepting the symbiote was within his expectations; otherwise, he wouldn't have handed the symbiote to Tony.
A new day dawned, and Sue and Wanda were still happily running on the beaches of the Maldives.
They didn't know Lin Feng had already returned.
It seemed they could still play for a few more days.
Lin Feng didn't disturb them. He tidied his clothes and opened a portal connecting to Asgard.
He was going to visit Asgard to see if the plot of Thor 2 had begun.
*Buzz!*
Lin Feng stepped through the portal and appeared on the Bifrost.
He didn't teleport directly to Odin's palace. After all, he was visiting, and politeness was expected.
Even though his current strength was enough to crush Odin, politeness was a traditional virtue in his homeland!
"Heimdall!"
Lin Feng greeted Heimdall with a smile.
Heimdall had also been present when the Bifrost was repaired last time, but they hadn't interacted much.
Heimdall had some understanding of Lin Feng's power.
He looked serious and bowed his head slightly in respect.
"Mr. Lin Feng, the King is aware of your arrival. Thor is on his way!"
Lin Feng nodded and waited for Thor's arrival.
He didn't have to wait long. Soon, Thor flew in, hammer in hand.
"Lin Feng! Welcome to Asgard!" Thor beamed, his demeanor more mature and steady than before. It seemed his prejudice and hostility towards Lin Feng had vanished.
It appeared he had grown significantly after experiencing some events.
"Father is waiting for you. Come with me!"
Saying this, Thor spun Mjolnir and ascended again.
He knew Lin Feng could fly.
Lin Feng didn't mind and quickly flew to catch up with Thor.
The two flew side by side towards the royal palace of Asgard.
"Thor, how are you and your girlfriend, Jane Foster?"
As they flew, Lin Feng asked.
Hearing Lin Feng suddenly mention his girlfriend, Thor became somewhat vigilant. "Why are you asking that?"
Lin Feng smiled and shrugged. "Don't overthink it. I just heard you have a girlfriend from the Blue Star."
"Do Odin and Frigga know? I imagine they wouldn't approve of you dating a mortal, would they?"
"Well... indeed." Thor nodded, then chuckled heartily. "But that doesn't stop me from going to the Blue Star to date every day, hahahaha."
His father and mother knew of Jane's existence, but Thor felt it wasn't a big issue as long as he liked her.
Seeing Thor's cheerful demeanor, Lin Feng shook his head.
Although he was more stable than before, Thor's mischievous nature hadn't changed much.
However, Thor's answer also provided Lin Feng with a piece of information.
That is, the plot of Thor 2 had not yet begun.
Jane had not yet come into contact with the Aether.