Simultaneous traversal: All Abyss difficulty.

Chapter 344 Fantastic Four and X-Men, they're here, they're all here!
Amidst the smoke-filled ruins, two opposing forces stand silently facing each other across the shattered streets.

Captain America Steve Rogers' shield is stuck diagonally in the scorched ground, his blue and white uniform stained with dust and blood.

Behind him, Falcon's wingsuit was severely damaged, and although Black Panther's vibranium claws had been retracted, the cracks in his suit were clearly visible.

Even the usually impulsive Hawkeye stood silently to the side, and everyone's eyes involuntarily glanced at Stephen Fang, who was standing next to Iron Man.

The man stood with his hands in his pockets, his expression indifferent, as if the earth-shattering battle that had just taken place had nothing to do with him.

“Enough.” Nick Fury’s Quinjet landed in the middle of the ruins, his one eye sweeping over the crowd, his voice low and cold, “This farce should end.”

Iron Man Tony Stark's visor popped open, revealing a tired but determined face: "Farce? Fury, it was your men who started this war."

"War?" Captain America stepped forward, his voice laced with suppressed anger. "You were the ones who crossed the line first!"

"What bottom line?" Stephen Fang finally spoke, his tone eerily calm. "Captain Rogers, is your bottom line protecting an assassin controlled by Hydra while turning a blind eye to the deaths of innocent people?"

Captain America gripped his shield tightly, veins bulging: "Bucky was manipulated! He's a victim too!"

"He's a victim?" Stephen Fang sneered. "What about Howard Stark? What about his wife? What about those who died at the hands of the Winter Soldier? Who's responsible for their deaths?"

Tony's breath hitched, and his eyes suddenly turned icy.

Professor X's wheelchair slid forward slowly, his mental energy enveloping everyone like warm water, attempting to ease the tense atmosphere: "Stephen, we all understand your anger, but killing will only bring more hatred."

Stephen Fang looked at Charles, a hint of sarcasm flashing in his crimson Sharingan eyes. "Professor, your idealism won't save anyone. Hydra's minions are all over the world, and you—" His gaze swept over Captain America, Falcon, Black Panther, and the others, "are still arguing endlessly about so-called 'procedural justice'."

Captain America's gaze was icy. "And what did you do? A massacre?"

“No,” Stephen Fang shook his head. “I’m just doing a simple math problem—how many people can be saved by killing an executioner?”

"This is slaughter!" Falcon roared.

Stephen Fang laughed. "And what about you? You waved the banner of 'human rights' and then destroyed Manhattan!"

Captain Marvel, Carol Danvers, hovered in mid-air, the golden energy flames still not completely extinguished. She coldly stared at Stephen Fang: "This is the consequence of your actions. You dodged the attack, you didn't surrender. The root of all this is you."

"I've had enough of your nonsense!" The Hulk suddenly took a step forward, his anger whipping Captain Marvel's bangs aside. "You're the one who destroyed Manhattan! If you want to fight again, the Hulk is ready to fight to the bitter end!!!"

When Nick Fury and Captain America saw that the Hulk was officially going to join Iron Man's team, they were both very troubled.

After the battle with Loki, everyone knew how powerful the Hulk was. This guy is unkillable and has great endurance. Apart from not being able to fly or use magic, he is almost an invincible lump of flesh. There is no doubt that Captain Marvel's attacks can kill Stephen Fong, but whether she can kill the Hulk is another matter.

Seeing the big guy from the opposing team step forward, the Thing from the Fantastic Four, who had been watching from the sidelines, also took a step forward. "I'll fight you!"

Mr. Fantastic tried to stop him, but it was too late. He covered his forehead, "You should have listened to my signal before going out. Now there's no way for me to leave."

Seeing four more superheroes behind him, Captain America locked his gaze on Stephen Fong with a "righteous" look and said, "Stop! If you keep fighting, you'll all get hurt!"

“Let’s give it a try.” Stephen Fang was about to form a hand seal when Professor X waved his hand dismissively, “Wait!”

The Quinjet's engine roared as it drew nearer. Storm Ororo Monroe, riding the air currents, was the first to land, her silver hair whipping wildly in the wind, her eyes gleaming with a thunderous white light. Cyclops Scott Summers followed closely behind, energy gathering beneath his ruby ​​glasses, ready to be unleashed.

Jean Grey slowly walked down the gangway.

Logan, the Wolverine, with a cigar in his mouth, flicked out his adamantium claws, leaving sparks on the ground.

They stood silently behind Professor X, their stance self-evident.

“Professor,” Storm’s voice was deep, “we sensed an energy burst.”

The professor nodded slightly, but his gaze remained fixed on Stephen Fang: "This is your last chance, Stephen. Sign the agreement, and there's still room for maneuver."

Stephen Fang scoffed, "You want me to wait? Just to wait for the X-Men?"

Wolverine then met Stephen Fong's eyes. "Sorry, we have to stand with the professor."

Jean Grey was also a little embarrassed and didn't even dare to look Stephen Fang in the eye.

"You guys," Stephen Fang was about to reply when a sharp, piercing sound suddenly came from the horizon—

A hunched figure sped towards them on a discus, his gray beard dancing wildly in the wind.

He hovered above everyone's heads, his withered hand outstretched toward Stephen Fang: "It seems our mutant brothers need a little help."

"Magneto?!" Cyclops tensed up instantly, and the rest of the X-Men were also on high alert!

Magneto slowly descended, the discus disintegrating into metal particles that merged into his cape. Ignoring all the weapons aimed at him, he walked straight towards Stephen Fong: "I've been watching you for a long time, kid. Your power... shouldn't be wasted on the rules of these hypocrites. I can forgive and forget, all for the future of mutants!"

Nick Fury narrowed his one eye: "Magneto, this is the Avengers' internal business."

“No, this is the future of mutants.” Magneto raised his hand, and the wrecked metal of the entire street twisted and reformed as if alive. “Charles always tried to buy peace through compromise, but history has proven—” He clenched his fist, and an iron ball slammed down at Captain America’s feet, “Only strength can earn respect!”

Jean Grey suddenly stepped forward, "Magneto, don't incite war!"

“War?” Magneto sneered. “The war began the moment you sided with the executioner!” He turned to Stephen Fong, his voice seductive and hoarse. “Join the Brotherhood, and we can create a world… where the strong don’t have to explain themselves to ants.”

The air freezes.

Stephen Fang tilted his head to look Magneto up and down, then suddenly laughed out loud: "I understand what you're thinking, but sorry, you've recruited the wrong person. That older woman is the villain."

As he spoke, he pointed to Captain Marvel.

Captain Marvel was furious and gritted her teeth, yelling, "Who are you calling a villain?"

Stephen Fang shrugged. "A year from now, your textbooks will record how Manhattan disappeared. Then you'll know who's on the side of justice."

(End of this chapter)