Chapter 8 Thinking about the Present

After returning to the apartment, Link staggered open the door and collapsed on the sofa in the living room, feeling exhausted.

The effect of the [Endurance Enhancer] had long passed, and everything he did afterwards was only supported by Link's strong physical fitness and amazing willpower.

Untying the blood-soaked cloth strips on his shoulders - as expected, the violent movement of his limbs pulled the wound torn by the bullet, and the wound that had been stopped bleeding began to bleed again.

Taking out the medical kit from under the coffee table, Link began to stop the bleeding and apply medicine to himself while thinking about the current situation.
Calculating the time, the current plot line should be...

wrong,

Link suddenly stopped thinking.

After all, after coming to this world, Link wanted to verify a very important question - what kind of universe is this?
If it were a comic book version, then Link would be able to lie flat. Whether it was a human or a ghost, they would all be showing off. There were all kinds of outrageous plots and settings, and the relationships between the characters were so messed up that even a dog could kill his way through the universe...

Fortunately, Link saw Tony Stark, who was still the playboy.

The 70th anniversary special edition of Captain America comics, which is known as the symbol of the American spirit,
Everything seems to be the same as the movie version.

But when Link noticed a few familiar faces that looked a little strange, he realized that this might not be a single Marvel Cinematic Universe.
It is a giant stitched timeline that mixes multiple worlds!
However, the main plot progression did not deviate much.
It has been nearly a month since Tony Stark "disappeared".

Judging from the time, "Iron Man" will soon be born.

If I remember correctly, according to the plot development,

Tony Stark was conducting missile tests in the Middle East, but was nearly killed by his own signature missile.

Now he should be in some unknown cave in the desert, swinging a sledgehammer and performing "hand-rubbing nuclear fusion".
"Ethan's death" would plant a seed called "hero" in his heart.

But in order to find out why the high-end weapons that Tony Stark has carefully developed have been circulated in the hands of those war profiteers,

Immediately afterwards, at an emergency press conference, it was announced that the company's weapons research and development and manufacturing department would be closed.
This also directly led to Tony Stark's uncle, "Iron Monger", the boss of the first stage - [Obadiah Stane], to kill him.
The final result was naturally that Tony Stark survived his first "disaster" without any danger.

There is also the famous phrase "I AM Iron Man."

In fact, Link also thought about whether to intervene in the plot and change Tony Stark's fate, but after weighing the pros and cons,
Link gave up this unrealistic idea.

Saving Tony Stark would significantly change his life trajectory, and might even directly lead to the failure of the subsequent important role of "Iron Man".
Not to mention who will deal with the purple potato monster later, and who will fight with the finger snap,

When I think of that nosy [Time Management Bureau] and the bald girl...

Besides, what would one get after traveling thousands of miles to rescue Private Tony?

An imperfect iron suit?
Or Money?

It's not necessary at all!
Not to mention that Tony Stark has been missing for several months and his whereabouts are unknown,
Not only will it affect Link's subsequent plans, but it is also likely to reveal an intention of "going after Tony Stark".
It is impossible to explain why Link, as an "alien visitor", would inexplicably save a person who has nothing to do with his life trajectory.
Even if we take a step back, for the sake of plot fragments and potential benefits, Link will definitely go over, but not now.

It is only right to lend a helping hand at the most appropriate time.
So, let’s start by taking Tony Stark’s “head”…

Wait, did I forget something?
Link slapped his thigh, ignoring the pain in his arm, and quickly called up the data panel in his mind.

After all, he was so busy killing people that he had blocked out the system notification sounds that kept ringing in his ears. He hadn't had time to check the profits for tonight.

[Kill a Degraded Vampire for the first time, points +5]

[Kill a Degraded Blood Clan member, points +3]

[Kill a Degraded Vampire, Points +...]

[Kill the Baron-ranked vampire Victor Deacon, points +150, plot fragments +12, [Son of the Night] title fragment +1]

"Oh, that guy is a leveled elite monster?"

"But why is it so weak?" (There is a foreshadowing in Chapter 6 ())

"It doesn't matter." [Detected that you have killed more than a hundred vampires]

[Loading special DLC——"Scarlet Feast"]

[Killing the vampires will provide you with considerable benefits...]

[Congratulations on getting the DLC limited gift pack]

“哐嘡——”

A simple stone box appeared in front of Link. The surface was engraved with a rose pattern that exuded a seductive charm and seemed to be alive. Bright scarlet light flowed between the cracks in the box.

As if tempting the visitor to open it, Link gently brushed across the matte texture of the box and pushed open the lid.
A flash of red light flashed, and then the ancient stone box disappeared.

Link felt a warm sensation on his chest, and when he opened his collar, he saw a dark red mark.
It was a budding red spider lily. Looking closely, the petals were moving.

There seems to be a narrow gap in the center of the petals, like a tightly closed pupil.

"View panel."

As soon as Link thought about it, a blue light curtain appeared in front of him.
[Name: Link]

[Race: Human/Silicon-based life form (not fully transformed)]

[Current template entry: C-level template - Super Wings〈Template fusion progress: 56%〉 (When the fusion progress reaches 90%, you can unlock "Super Equipment (It's time to call in the super equipment!)")]

[Currently has template skin: Super Wings - Ledi (MiG-31)

[Unlocked template abilities: 1. Steel Bones〈Ordinary (White)〉 2. Super Speed ​​​​Up〈Excellent (Blue)〉]

[Current remaining points: 430]

[Plot fragments: 118]

[Owned template: Super Wings-Lodi Limited Edition (Class C)]

[Talent: Super Fall Resistance King〈Purple (Rare)〉/]

[Title: "Bard" (already worn) / "Son of the Night" (not unlocked)]

[Status: Healthy/『Blood Blessing』]

[Skills: Gun Expert〈Blue (Excellent)〉/Flesh Regeneration〈Blue (Excellent)〉…]

Looking at his new skill, Link curiously clicked on the description.

[Blood Regeneration〈Blue (Excellent)〉]

Skill effect: As a stranger favored by ■■■■, you have been granted strength. Your body's ability to recover has been enhanced, and injuries that are not too fatal will no longer be a concern that hinders you. Continue to please Him with killing!

Turning his head thoughtfully, Link looked over his shoulder.

I discovered that the horrific wound had scabbed over at some point and I no longer felt any pain.

　In the future, unless necessary, the complete panel will not appear frequently. We will not increase the word count (_)

　　I won't be a wage earner, I will be the master of my own business.

　　Why should I pay back the power I borrowed based on my own ability? (Justified.jpg)

　　
　　
　
(End of this chapter)