Chapter 333: Intercept (Patreon)

Mephisto flew all the way from the center of the Hell Dimension to its edge, and just as he was about to reach the spatial crack leading to the Magic World, two unexpected guests appeared on his path.

"Mephisto."

The Ancient One's voice gently sounded, causing Mephisto, who was advancing, to halt his steps. Standing about a kilometer away, he stopped.

Looking at the Ancient One and Odin, both holding their ground, Mephisto's expression changed rapidly. If facing either of them individually in the Hell Dimension, he wouldn't be afraid. But, the fact that the two appeared together made him cautious.

"I wonder what wind blew you two over here," Mephisto remarked.

Seeing Mephisto's eyes darting around, the Ancient One's voice echoed once again, "Mephisto, the Magic World carries Merlin's legacy. With Odin and me watching, don't even think about entering."

While speaking, the Ancient One cast a spell with her hands. A hidden Mephisto clone attempting to sneak into the spatial crack was redirected into a mirror dimension.

Seeing his clone fail to infiltrate unnoticed, Mephisto waved his blood-red cloak and said coldly, "You used my clone earlier as a trial for the new Supreme Merlin!"

Shaking her head, the Ancient One responded, "But I didn't invite your clone to attack the Magic World."

"Hmph!"

Mephisto snorted disdainfully. His voice sounded icy as he continued, "You can't guard him forever. Once he makes a mistake, I'll reappear. By then, let's see who can save him and the Magic World."

Having said his piece, Mephisto took a final glance at the two and turned away. With the two of them guarding, he wouldn't be able to enter. As for that particular clone, it didn't matter. It didn't contain any Hell essence, so losing it wasn't a significant loss.

Watching Mephisto leave, the Ancient One and Odin remained silent, standing guard at the boundary, waiting for the spatial crack to be repaired.

...

New Mexico-

The Four Warriors of the Asgard arrived on Earth via the Rainbow Bridge. Loki, discovering this, wore an exceptionally unpleasant expression.

Everyone leaned towards Thor, everyone helped Thor. This made him extremely jealous and frustrated.

With the arrival of the Four Warriors, Agent Coulson, in New Mexico, received reports from his subordinates: "A significant energy index appeared and then disappeared 15 miles northwest."

Listening to the report, Coulson glanced at the data displayed on the computer screen and immediately said, "Let's go check it out."

Leading his agents, he promptly set out towards the location where the intense energy fluctuations were detected.

At this time, in Jane Foster's room, Thor was assisting her in making breakfast. He carried the fried eggs and bread to the table.

"Thank you!"

"No problem!"

The agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. had already set up defenses on the outskirts of the small town, monitoring any movements outside the city with binoculars.

…

Asgard-

Holding the eternal spear symbolizing the throne, Loki arrived at Odin's vault. He awakened the Destroyer and commanded, "Don't let my brother come back; destroy everything there."

…

The Four Asgardian, relying on their perception abilities, found Thor's location. They had now arrived in the small town, attracting the attention of the residents with their peculiar attire.

A special agent standing on a rooftop, looking down at the two figures below, asked his companion, "Is there a Renaissance fair in town?"

"Report this situation."

"Understood."

The agent picked up his walkie-talkie and reported, "There are four oddly dressed individuals in town, resembling Jackie Chan, Robin Hood…..."

...

Magic World-

Watching the vast demon army before him, Tobirama instantly shattered the ground beneath as he darted forward like lightning.

Entering the midst of the demon army, Tobirama placed his hand on the sheathed samurai sword behind him, gently drew it, and executed a diagonal slash.

A three-meter-long yellow blade swept through, instantly severing demons before they could react.

Tobirama dual-wielded swords, and a myriad of yellow blades filled the battlefield. The sound of "swish, swish, swish" echoed as he aggressively slashed forward. A six-meter-long colossal blade ruptured the earth, eliminating the surrounding demons.

In a moment, the densely packed demon horde within a hundred meters radius was eradicated. Whether high-ranking or low-ranking demons, none could withstand Tobirama's onslaught.

Kakashi, looking at his ANBU short knife, marveled at the scene. Then, he reached for the White Fang’s short blade on his back, secretly thinking: If my father were here, with his swordsmanship, he probably wouldn't be weaker than the Second Hokage.

As for how Kakashi recognized Tobirama at a glance, it was due to the colossal statue of him on the Hokage Rock. It would be challenging for Kakashi not to recognize him.

Mephisto, who was sent flying by Tobirama, had now arrived from the Great Abyss.

Glancing at the spatial crack behind him, he thought, "It's been a while; the main body should have arrived by now. Why hasn't he shown up? Could something unexpected have happened?"

Looking up at the approaching magical array that was about to engulf them, Mephisto's expression turned unsightly. It seemed he needed to prepare for the worst.

Then, his gaze turned towards Tobirama, who was mowing down demons like cutting grass. There was no longer a trace of disdain on Mephisto's face. The intense killing intent and formidable energy emitted by Tobirama were much stronger than his own clone.

This was a formidable opponent, one who could annihilate him. Moreover, the energy and magic on his body were different from his. Instead, his energy resembled the powers of the fifteen or so individuals on the battlefield, as well as the power of the new Supreme Merlin.

It seemed like they shared a similar origin.

Dismissing the chaotic thoughts in his mind, Mephisto transmitted all his speculations, as well as the occurrence of the gate similar to the Hell Dimension, back to his main body.

Then, he attacked Tobirama to test his true strength.

Watching Mephisto flying towards him, Tobirama suddenly manifested several shurikens in his hands and threw them in various directions, including at Mephisto.

The shurikens aimed at Mephisto were dodged, while the others killed demons in their flight path, embedding into the ground.