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This trajectory is clearly the dual cultivation method of the Yin-Yang Harmony Scripture!
Lin Tian was actually guiding Wanda to engage in... spiritual "dual cultivation" with him!
Although there is no physical contact, the impact and effect of this fusion of soul and energy is even stronger than that of a simple physical union!
Lin Tian also felt a tremendous impact!
Wanda's chaotic magical energy was far greater and purer than he had imagined!
The fragments of laws concerning the distortion of reality and the modification of probability contained within them surged into his consciousness like a sudden enlightenment!
Although he could not directly use chaos magic, these fragments of laws greatly broadened his horizons and elevated his understanding of "power" to a new level!
more importantly!
Under the guidance and "neutralization" of the Hehuan True Qi, that enormous chaotic energy transformed into the purest "yin energy," which continuously flowed into his dantian!
His Hehuan True Qi, like rain after a long drought, frantically absorbed this high-quality "nutrients," surging at a visible speed!
Mid-stage peak of the second level...
The bottleneck is teetering on the brink of collapse!
boom! ! !
Another roar that only resounded in the spiritual world!
The bottleneck of the third level of the Yin-Yang Harmony Scripture was actually broken through in this first "in-depth exchange" with Wanda!
A surge of Hehuan True Qi, far more terrifying and refined than before, carrying a wisp of purple mist, instantly filled his dantian!
His spiritual awareness expanded dramatically once again, now covering almost half of Europe!
His control over energy and his understanding of the laws have reached a whole new level!
He even felt that he had vaguely touched upon a trace of the mystery of "space".
"Hoo..." Lin Tian slowly opened his eyes, a flash of purple light in them, and his aura became more restrained, yet also more unfathomable.
Cool! So cool!
Just one spiritual "dual cultivation" session with Wanda was enough to allow him to break through to the third level!
This chaotic magic is indeed a great tonic!
Wanda, who was opposite him, slowly opened her eyes.
Her eyes were no longer empty and lost; instead, they became exceptionally bright, as if stars were shining within them!
The chaotic energy fluctuations around her subsided, replaced by an aura that, while still powerful, was much more stable.
She looked at Lin Tian with a very complicated expression.
Gratitude, awe, dependence, and a deeper sense of connection, as if the souls of the two have been branded with each other's marks.
The energy exchange just now made her feel that... an indescribable bond had been established between her and Lin Tian, a bond that transcended ordinary male-female relationships...
"How do you feel...?" Lin Tian asked with satisfaction, looking at Wanda's changes.
“I…I feel much better.” Wanda’s voice was a little hoarse, but full of strength. “I think I can control it a little.”
She tried to reach out her hand, and a wisp of pale red energy, no longer as violent as before, slowly condensed in her palm.
Although it is still very weak and unstable, it is undoubtedly a huge step forward!
“Very good.” Lin Tian nodded. “This is just the beginning. We will have many more opportunities to ‘exchange ideas’ in the future.”
To Wanda, his smile no longer seemed demonic, but rather possessed a deadly allure.
Chapter 30: A New Journey, A Widow's Thoughts
I stayed in Sokovia for about a week.
Lin Tian engages in "energy resonance" and "deep communication" with Wanda every day.
Each "dual cultivation" session steadily improved Wanda's control over chaos magic, and also deepened her dependence on Lin Tian. The way she looked at Lin Tian had changed from initial fear and wariness to complete trust, worship, and even... a vague adoration.
Lin Tian also gained tremendous benefits from this future Scarlet Witch. His mastery of the third level of the Yin-Yang Harmony Scripture was completely solidified, and his strength increased several times over compared to when he first arrived.
His understanding of chaos magic deepened, and although he couldn't use it directly, he gained a clearer plan for how to use his own power and his future cultivation direction through analogy.
As for Pietro, although he was still dissatisfied with Lin Tian stealing his sister's "attention", seeing his sister become more cheerful and stronger day by day, he could only bury his hostility deep in his heart, and would even occasionally take the initiative to ask Lin Tian for some combat skills.
Lin Tian was happy to offer him some pointers. After all, this future Quicksilver might become a useful pawn in his plans someday.
A week later, Lin Tian felt the time was right.
Sokovia is a place with scarce resources and limited access to information, making it unsuitable for Wanda's long-term development.
Moreover, he also needs to return to New York to continue his "hunting" plans.
"We should leave here," Lin Tian said to the Maximov siblings.
"Leave?" Wanda was somewhat surprised, and also a little... reluctant. Although this place was filled with painful memories, Lin Tian's arrival made it seem... less unbearable.
"Where to?" Pietro asked warily.
“A broader stage.” Lin Tian smiled. “New York. There, you can meet more people, get more information, and… hone your skills even better.”
New York? The city where Stark lives?!
Pietro and Wanda's expressions instantly became complicated.
“What are we going there for?” Wanda asked hesitantly.
"What are we going to do?" Lin Tian looked at the fleeting glint of hatred in Wanda's eyes and a meaningful smile appeared on his lips. "Of course, we'll do what you want to do. For example, make certain people pay the price for their past crimes."
revenge!
Wanda and Pietro's hearts skipped a beat at the same time!
He... he's really willing to help us get revenge?!
“Of course,” Lin Tian added, “before that, you need to become stronger. Strong enough... to make those high and mighty ‘heroes’ feel fear.”
This proposal is both tempting and...dangerous.
But for Wanda, who was single-mindedly seeking revenge and had developed absolute trust in Lin Tian, it was impossible to refuse.
“Okay! We’ll go to New York with you!” Wanda agreed without hesitation.
Pietro opened his mouth, but ultimately did not object.
He also longed for revenge, and he wanted to see what tricks this mysterious Eastern man was up to.
……
A few days later, at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York.
Lin Tian led the Maksimov siblings out of the airport terminal like ordinary passengers.
To avoid trouble, Lin Tian used a little illusion magic to slightly alter the appearance of the three people, making them less conspicuous and allowing them to easily pass through customs.
Breathing in the familiar yet slightly polluted air of New York, Wanda and Pietro both had complex expressions in their eyes.
Is this... the city where my enemy lives?
Lin Tian did not take them back to his apartment in Queens, but instead rented a relatively spacious and more secluded apartment near Hell's Kitchen in Manhattan.
This place is a melting pot of all sorts of people, with chaotic energy, making it a perfect hiding place for unstable "energy sources" like Wanda.
After settling the brother and sister in, Lin Tian did not immediately begin the next step of "teaching" or "revenge plan".
He needs to deal with some "legacy issues" first.
His spiritual awareness instantly swept across the entire city of New York.
Very well, Natasha Romanov... is back.
And it seems... he's not in good shape?
Lin Tian could clearly sense that Natasha's breathing was somewhat disordered, and her mood seemed... very low? Even with a hint of... despondency from drowning her sorrows in alcohol?
Was it because he had teased Fury too much last time? Or was it because of Fury's "stay-at-home order"?
A playful smile appeared on Lin Tian's lips.
It seems it's time to... "comfort" this beautiful female agent who is suffering greatly.
……
In a secret safe house in Greenwich Village, known only to a few high-ranking S.H.I.E.L.D. officials.
Natasha was wearing a loose T-shirt and shorts, barefoot, and holding a bottle of whiskey, sipping it intermittently.
The room was a mess, with empty wine bottles scattered everywhere.
She had just returned from an extremely challenging mission in another city, and was exhausted both physically and mentally.
But the physical exhaustion was nothing compared to the mental anguish.
During her time away from New York, she tried to forget Lin Tian, but the man's image clung to her like a leech, impossible to shake off.
His smile, his eyes, his domineering yet tender touch...
It tormented her constantly.
She even began to wonder if she was under some kind of...mind control?
Otherwise, why would she feel such a strong longing for a man she's only met a few times, who clearly has ill intentions towards her?
Ding-dong-
The doorbell rang suddenly.
Natasha suddenly became alert!
The address of this safe house is top secret! Who would find it?!
She silently picked up the pistol that was placed next to the sofa, held her breath, slowly approached the door, and looked out through the peephole.
Then, her pupils contracted instantly!
Standing at the door was... Lin Tian!
He was dressed casually, with a familiar, gentle smile on his face that she both loved and hated, and in his hand... he was carrying a bag that looked like it contained food.
How did he find this place?!
The security level of this safe house is even higher than her previous one!
Could it be... that he has an inside man within S.H.I.E.L.D.?!
Or is it that... his abilities have become so powerful that he can ignore all of S.H.I.E.L.D.'s defenses?!
Natasha felt a chill run down her spine.
But at the same time, a secret joy that I couldn't suppress welled up deep inside me.
Was he here to see me?
Chapter Thirty-One: Slightly tipsy, feelings begin to blossom
Outside the door, Lin Tian waited patiently.
He could clearly sense Natasha's complex emotions behind the door—a mixture of tension, vigilance, confusion, and anticipation.
Sure enough, for this Black Widow who appears strong on the outside but yearns for warmth on the inside, appropriate distance and a cold treatment only served to evoke her longing.
After a few seconds of silence, the door lock made a soft click.
The door opened.
Natasha stood at the door, still wearing her loose-fitting loungewear, her red hair slightly disheveled, her pretty face flushed slightly from the alcohol, and her blue eyes filled with a hint of drunkenness and wariness as she looked at Lin Tian.
"How did you find this place?" Her voice was a little hoarse, with a hint of drunken languor, but she still tried to maintain the vigilance of a secret agent.
"There's no one I can't find," Lin Tian said with a smile, his tone relaxed yet carrying an air of self-assurance. He shook the bag in his hand. "Just got back from a mission? Haven't eaten yet? I brought some late-night snacks."
Night snack?.
Natasha looked at the bag in Lin Tian's hand, which had the logo of a nearby upscale Chinese restaurant printed on it, and then at the innocent expression on his face that seemed to suggest he was just delivering a late-night snack. She was both amused and exasperated.
This man is always so unpredictable.
One second he's a mysterious and dangerous individual who can easily infiltrate top-secret safe houses, and the next he's a warm and friendly neighbor bringing late-night snacks to your door.
This stark contrast caused Natasha's previously tense nerves to relax somewhat involuntarily.