Calling for Backup

"Boss, what do we do now? Do you have any other ideas?"

Meanwhile, in New York, Tony Stark had gone through immense trouble to finally take down one Leviathan, only to see another huge wave of Leviathan Battleships pouring in. Even Happy was beginning to despair.

"There’s no way."

Tony remained silent as he stared at those enormous monsters. He could not help but sigh. He truly did not have any good way to deal with them.

"But someone else definitely does."

As Tony spoke, he said to Jarvis, "Jarvis, call Chen Mu."

Well, since he had no solution in this situation, all he could do was call for backup. Tony had no good way to handle the Leviathans, but Chen Mu certainly would.

"Hello, who is this?"

Chen Mu’s voice soon came through the phone.

"…It’s me, Tony Stark. Chen Mu, I need your help."

"Oh, Tony. What is it? I was just about to go to sleep."

There was an obvious time difference between China and America. Tony had only just returned from China, and when they had eaten hot pot earlier, it had already been dinner time there. So it made perfect sense for Chen Mu to say he was about to sleep.

"An alien army has invaded New York. I hope you can help me drive them back."

Tony did not pay any attention to Chen Mu’s joking and directly made his request.

"New York…"

Chen Mu’s thoughtful voice came from the other end of the line. A few seconds later, he said, "But if I remember correctly, I was placed on America’s list of people barred from entry a long time ago, wasn’t I? Going to New York wouldn’t be appropriate, would it?"

"…"

Hearing Chen Mu’s words, Tony’s face darkened.

He knew better than anyone what America was like.

A long time ago, it had been revealed that the biggest beneficiary behind the Xiao Mu Phone was Xiao Mu Technology, a company from China. How could America possibly tolerate that?

They had resorted to a series of shameless measures to "sanction" Xiao Mu Technology, even attempting to use government power to nationalize the portion of Xiao Mu Phone’s profits that belonged to Xiao Mu Technology…

Although Tony Stark had stopped them and prevented the American government from succeeding, America had still chosen to sanction Xiao Mu Technology in a fit of anger.

It had been completely useless, but it was still disgusting.

Then, after China’s military parade, America learned that China’s Kirin Armor had also been made by Chen Mu, the founder of Xiao Mu Technology. Enraged, they directly began sanctioning Chen Mu, declaring that he was not allowed to enter American territory…

Those so-called sanctions had been useless from the start. Chen Mu could open portals and go wherever he wanted, and the American government could not stop him.

Later, after the American government realized just how laughable its sanctions were and that they had no effect whatsoever on Chen Mu, the matter had gradually fizzled out. However, the order barring Chen Mu from entry still remained posted in America’s official notices.

It had not been a big deal before, but now that Chen Mu had brought it up, Tony truly had nothing to say.

"Anything else? If not, I’m going to sleep."

Chen Mu’s calm voice came through, leaving Tony utterly helpless.

"Fine, I’m begging you. Don’t mind those politicians with brains full of fat. I need your help."

"Alright, I’ll come over now. Stark Tower, right?"

Far away in China, Chen Mu had already returned home. He really had been preparing to get some sleep, though he was still holding his phone and watching the livestream with Xu Jia.

He had not intended to interfere, but Tony had already come begging him. It would not be very appropriate to keep refusing, so after hanging up, he prepared to head for New York.

"You just stay home and get some proper rest."

Seeing that Xu Jia was also eager to give it a try, Chen Mu hurriedly stopped her.

"But I really want to go…"

Xu Jia pouted and touched her stomach, looking utterly speechless.

There had barely been any movement for two years. In mythology, even Nezha had been born after only a little over three years. Yet she had a little life inside her, and after two years, her stomach was still completely flat. How did that look like pregnancy? Besides, there was no need to make such a big deal out of it. What danger could there possibly be?

"Anyway, listen to me. I’ll be back soon."

"But it’s an alien army. It’s still dangerous."

Xu Jia looked deeply worried. Although she knew that Chen Mu’s body was now far stronger than hers, she was still full of concern for him.

Chen Mu patted Xu Jia on the shoulder and said, "It’s fine. I’ll bring Nezha along too. There won’t be any danger."

Indeed, Chen Mu’s physical strength was now immense. He possessed an enhanced immortal body, making him far stronger than even the Eternals. On Earth today, there was simply no threat that could endanger him. A mere Chitauri army was nothing worth worrying about.

Still, since Xu Jia was concerned, Chen Mu could only bring Nezha along. That way, Xu Jia would have nothing to worry about.

After all, Nezha’s strength was obvious to everyone.

"I made Nezha his own exclusive weapon a few days ago. This is a perfect chance to take him to New York and let him try it out."

After saying goodbye to Xu Jia, Chen Mu went to find Nezha. Then he headed to the military district where Thor was stationed, planning to bring the two brothers along as well. After all, the Chitauri army had been brought by Loki, so the two brothers should contribute too.

With portals, the size of Earth meant nothing to Chen Mu. Very soon, once the group was ready, he directly opened a portal to New York.

"Chen Mu, I’m so glad you came!"

Only a few minutes had passed since Tony called Chen Mu, yet Chen Mu had already gathered several people and arrived on the rooftop of Stark Tower.

Seeing Chen Mu and the others arrive, Tony flew over in excitement.

"Damn, that stinks! What the hell is all over you?"

Seeing Tony covered in filth, Chen Mu and the others instinctively took a step back, all looking at Tony Stark with strange expressions.

"Uh, well, I just took care of a monster. Um, from inside its stomach."

Tony raised his hands. Only then did he realize that he was indeed covered in some kind of substance. He had not smelled anything inside the armor, but after Chen Mu pointed it out, he discovered that his armor was covered in Leviathan excrement.

"So you crawled out through its asshole?"

Pinching his nose, Chen Mu looked at Tony with utter disgust and said helplessly, "You should just change your name to ‘Tony Sh*t Stark.’ Look at you—it suits you perfectly!"

"…"

Tony’s face darkened. Fortunately, no one could see his expression inside the armor.