Just arrived at Marvel, the system rewards the Man of Steel

"let's go."

Xiao Han once again wrapped Wanda in the bio-force field and flew towards New York.

new York

The lights of the Long Island Villa appear particularly warm in the night.

When Xiao Han and Wanda landed on the terrace, the smart home system automatically adjusted the indoor temperature and lighting, and soft piano music flowed out from the hidden speakers.

Wanda stood barefoot on the soft carpet and couldn't believe her eyes.

The spacious living room has floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and priceless artworks on the walls.

All this was in stark contrast to the Hydra cage where she had spent three years.

"Is this... your home?" she asked softly, her voice hoarse from lack of use.

"It's yours for now."

Xiao Han pressed the S logo on his chest, and the nano armor receded like a tide, revealing the black combat suit underneath.

"There are vacant rooms on the second floor. You can choose one of your own."

Wanda looked around warily: "Why...why did you save me?"

Xiao Han walked to the kitchen island and poured two glasses of water: "I heard your cry for help."

"Thank you." Wanda's eyes flashed with the images of the corpses chopped into pieces by the heat vision, and her stomach ached.

Xiao Han handed her the cup of water and said, "Those people used children for experiments, they deserved to die."

Wanda took the cup of water, her hands still shaking slightly.

The feeling of warm water sliding down her throat was so unfamiliar that she realized how long it had been since she had a sip of clean water.

"You saw my memory." Xiao Han said suddenly, "The moment we touched."

Wanda looked up suddenly. "Is that all true? Did you really defeat the aliens? Carrying a nuclear bomb?"

Xiao Han nodded: "I've been to other places. Here, I choose to do what I want to do."

He paused, "Including saving you."

Wanda's eyes flashed with gratitude: "Thank you, if it weren't for you, I don't know when I would be able to be free."

Xiao Han pointed upstairs and said, "You need to rest tonight. There are clean clothes and toiletries in the bathroom."

Chapter 39 The Senate Begins

Wanda hesitated for a moment, then finally nodded.

She dragged her tired body up the stairs, wandered in the corridor on the second floor for a while, and finally chose a guest room closest to Xiao Han's bedroom.

The room was even more luxurious than she had imagined.

The king-size bed is covered with silk sheets, the floor-to-ceiling windows offer views of the private beach, and the jacuzzi in the bathroom is large enough to accommodate three people.

Wanda stood in front of the mirror and could hardly recognize herself in it, with her haggard face, sunken eye sockets, and tangled red hair like a bird's nest.

She filled a tub with hot water and slid carefully into the water.

The moment warmth surrounded her, tears finally burst out.

The fear, pain and despair of the past three years all turned into silent tears at this moment.

after an hour

Wanda was wiping her wet hair with a towel when she heard a soft knock on the door.

She clutched the towel nervously, the red glow of chaos magic flickering between her fingers.

"Is it convenient for us to talk?" Xiao Han's voice came through the door.

Wanda took a deep breath and pulled the collar of her pajamas closer: "Please... please come in."

The door slid open silently, and Xiao Han walked in carrying a tray.

In addition to hot milk, there were also a few waffles coated with honey, and the sweet aroma immediately filled the entire room.

He placed the tray on the nightstand. "You need more heat."

Wanda's stomach growled and she lowered her head in embarrassment.

Xiao Han just smiled slightly and sat down in the armchair by the window.

Moonlight streamed through the French windows onto his silhouette.

"I can help you." Xiao Han's voice was low.

He raised his right hand, and suddenly a golden light emerged from his palm.

Wanda was surprised to see a gem emitting a soft yellow light slowly emerge and hover three inches above Xiao Han's palm.

Liquid light seemed to flow inside the gem, and every pulsation caused ripples in the air.

"This is the Mind Stone."

Xiao Han stared at the gem, the light casting shifting shadows on his angular face. "One of the six most powerful Infinity Stones in the universe."

Wanda unconsciously leaned forward, the energy of chaos magic flickering in her eyes.

She felt a strange pull, as if the gem were calling upon her power.

"I can feel it..."

She murmured, her fingers unconsciously reaching for the gem, then suddenly withdrawing just as they were about to touch.

“It’s talking to me…”

Xiao Han nodded: "Your ability is very special, Wanda. It is not an ordinary mutant gene, but the embodiment of chaos magic."

He turned his wrist, and the light of the gem began to flow. "The Mind Stone can help you control this power, and even... become more powerful."

Wanda's breathing quickened. Three years of captivity had made her instinctively wary of any promises. "Why...why are you helping me?"

Xiao Han put away the gem, the light disappeared instantly, and the room returned to darkness.

He stood up and walked to the window, his back to Wanda: "Because I have seen people who are manipulated, and I have also seen people who manipulate others. Both are equally pathetic."

"What do you mean?" Wanda clutched the bed sheet.

"The energy in your body is chaos magic." Xiao Han looked at the night view outside the window.

"Once you fully master it, it will be easy to rewrite reality on your own."

Wanda's pupils shrank slightly: "Really?"

Xiao Han turned around, the moonlight stretching his shadow very long: "I can teach you to control chaos magic, remember..."

His eyes were sharp, "Power is only a tool, not the answer."

The room fell silent, with only the faint sound of waves lapping at the beach being audible.

Wanda stared at the mysterious man and felt a spark of hope ignite in her chest for the first time in three years.

"What should I... do?" she finally asked, her voice almost inaudible.

Xiao Han pulled out a small golden necklace from his pocket. Inside it was a magical seal that could stabilize the mind. "Put it on. It will establish a connection with you and help you sort out your chaotic energy."

Wanda took the necklace with trembling hands. The moment the metal touched her skin, a torrent of warmth flowed through her body.

She gasped as she saw her hands surrounded by a mixture of crimson and golden energy. For the first time, the chaos magic obeyed her guidance so obediently.

"This... is amazing..." She watched as the energy danced around her fingertips, forming intricate patterns.

Xiao Han stood at the intersection of light and shadow, with a slight smile on his face: "This is just the beginning. Tomorrow I will teach you the basics of energy control. Now, take a rest."

He turned and walked towards the door, but was stopped by Wanda.

"Sir..." She stroked the necklace on her chest, "Thank you. Not only for this... but also..."

"I know." Xiao Han didn't look back, but just closed the door gently.

Wanda lay down on the soft bed, the Mind Gem feeling slightly warm against her collarbone.

She closed her eyes, and for the first time in three years, the nightmare did not come as expected.

....

The next morning, sunlight streamed into the room through the floor-to-ceiling windows.

Wanda woke up from her deep sleep and sat up suddenly, the red light of chaos magic instantly condensed in her palm.

"Good morning, Miss Maximov."

A gentle mechanical voice came from the ceiling, "Indoor temperature is 22 degrees Celsius, humidity is 45%, and air quality is excellent."

Wanda looked around warily: "Who's talking?"

"I am the villa's intelligent butler system. Mr. Xiao named me Turing." The AI's voice was humorous.

"Based on your physiological data, it is recommended that you have breakfast before starting training."

Wanda's tense shoulders slowly relaxed: "Are you artificial intelligence?"

"Yes, miss. Would you like me to open the curtains for you?"

As Wanda nodded, the blackout curtains slid open silently, and the blue sea view suddenly came into view.

She walked to the window involuntarily and touched the glass with her fingers.

"Mr. Xiao went to Washington this morning to attend a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing," Turing continued.

"He prepared a training program and breakfast for you."

A holographic projection unfolded beside the bed, displaying a detailed schedule.

Wanda touched the projection curiously, and the screen immediately switched to live news.

Tony Stark's face suddenly appeared in the projection. He was sitting in the witness stand in the parliament hall, wearing a neat suit but with a look of impatience on his face.

Wanda's breathing hitched for a moment, her fingers unconsciously digging into her palms.

"...Mr. Stark, you must admit that these armor technologies pose a threat to national security..." a congressman was speaking.

The scene awakened Wanda's deepest memories.

The explosion when she was ten years old, her parents' last hug, and the two days and two nights she and Pietro spent shivering under the rubble.

The broken Stark Industries shell fell less than a meter away from them.

"Ms. Maximoff, your heart rate is abnormally elevated." Turing's voice was filled with concern. "Do you require medical assistance?"

Wanda took a deep breath and forced herself to loosen her clenched fists: "No, it's okay. Why did Mr. Xiao go there?"

"According to analysis, there is a 99.7% probability that this is to support Mr. Stark." The projection switched to an overhead shot, showing thousands of people gathered outside the Capitol building holding banners that read "Support Superman."

At this moment, there was a sudden commotion on the live broadcast screen.

The members of parliament stood up and pointed towards the parliament gate.

Wanda narrowed her eyes as a dark figure pushed open the door and walked into the meeting room.

"The gentleman is here," Turing said calmly.

The parliament scene exploded instantly.

The guards frantically raised their weapons, but were afraid to actually fire.

Senator Stern slammed the table with a sullen expression: "This is a parliamentary meeting. No outsiders are welcome."

Xiao Han slowly walked to the seat behind Tony and sat down. He was not wearing any armor, just a well-tailored black suit, but everyone knew what kind of power was hidden under the fabric.

"Sorry for being late."

Xiao Han nodded to Tony. His voice was not loud but it made the entire council hall quiet instantly.

"Solved a few problems on the way."

Tony raised an eyebrow. "Like?"

"A gang fight in Los Angeles, and several terrorists attempting to launch an attack." Xiao Han shrugged.

"I let them go to the Arctic safely to help the scientific expedition team dig ice."

"Dig ice?" Tony's expression was a little strange.