Chapter 4000: MU: The Super-Body Event (91)

Strange and Schiller were walking toward the venue. While walking, Schiller asked: "So the five Doctor Stranges who died were all relatively young?"

"Yes, some of them had just come into contact with magic for not long, and judging by the standards of our universe, they were still magic apprentices. Although they inherited quite a few magic items from the Ancient One, their own understanding and mastery of magic power were not proficient enough. After being impacted by Green Lantern energy, they couldn't quickly adjust the energy circuits in their bodies, leading to a phenomenon of magic loss, so they couldn't open a portal to escape when the enemy arrived."

Schiller sighed lightly and said: "They didn't have a good understanding of their own strength. But then again, without personally participating in the multiverse war, it's impossible to imagine the intensity of this war. And the commander of the Green Lanterns on the opposite side was decisive enough, coming up with a saturation attack; this move was indeed effective."

"Professor X told me that the main universe's Doctor Strange's mental state is not very good." Strange pursed his lips, seemingly feeling a bit embarrassed, and said, "He might have received some stimulation; I don't know if he can come to attend this meeting."

"Oh?" Schiller turned to look at Strange, then said, "He received stimulation, what happened?"

"A Doctor Strange died in front of him. You know, it was twisted by that big gray guy, and died quite miserably. However, according to my follow-up consultation with them, it actually wasn't very painful. Once it is determined that there is no hope of survival, they will immediately be reborn in the Battleworld. The judgment criteria are very strict, and they didn't suffer too much pain."

"I don't think he would have such a strong sense of guilt for the death of a companion, so I am more inclined to think that this made him empathize, and at the same time reminded him of some not-so-good memories."

"Not-so-good memories?"

"When would be the last time he was closest to death?"

Strange thought for a moment and said: "Probably that car accident that took away his title of Hand of God."

"As far as I know, there is more than one car accident in the main universe." Schiller thought for a moment and then said, "He should have encountered another car accident before, and in that car accident, his younger brother died in front of him."

"You mean Victor?"

Schiller nodded and said: "One car accident made him witness the death of the person closest to him in front of him, and another car accident took away the thing he was most proud of; this is enough to leave him with a very deep psychological shadow."

"But this doesn't seem to have much to do with witnessing H'el kill his counterpart."

"Yes, but this is just a common sense judgment, and the connection in psychology is much more complex than this. In the eyes of a mental patient, two scenes that don't look similar will become the culprit of his stimulation. If you can connect these two scenes, then you should also go see a psychiatrist."

Strange sighed and continued: "If you ask me, his reactions are more like his arrogance being crushed head-on, resulting in an avoidance psychology of being unable to accept reality. Regardless, Doctor Strange's performance was really too poor."

"Are you going to share the pressure for him?" Schiller asked, "If you stand up and say a few words, perhaps the commanders won't make things too difficult for him."

"Depends." Strange didn't refuse outright either, he said, "If his mental state is indeed very poor, I will find an excuse to help him muddle through. After all, regardless, he was just too careless, not really wanting anyone to die."

The two walked into the venue together. At this time, almost everyone who participated in this battle had taken their seats. Schiller appeared as a psychiatrist and sat at a table with Professor X and the others, all belonging to the "technical support" seats, and also sitting in this seat was Stark, because he didn't participate in the battle head-on, but provided equipment.

Seeing Schiller, Stark came over, then nudged Schiller with his elbow and said: "Did you go to the front line? What's wrong with Doctor Strange? How come so many people died?"

Schiller shook his head slowly and said in a low voice: "I heard that some Doctor Stranges who had just learned magic for not long went to the battlefield, and after being impacted by Green Lantern energy, they couldn't cast magic, couldn't use portals to escape, which led to this tragedy."

"The key problem is, why didn't they retreat with the main force?!" Stark raised his voice, but soon lowered it again and said, "We had already notified them of the plan, right? That outpost was just a randomly spliced board room; what was there to guard? Why did they insist on staying there and not leaving?"

"You can only ask the person who made the decision about this." Schiller looked at the entrance of the conference hall. At this time, the main universe Doctor Strange walked in.

Instantly, everyone's eyes fell on him. Obviously, most people were discussing the casualties this time.

Actually, if there were no losses of mages, they could be called a great victory, because besides the death of two Lei Shen's, the other sacrificed Asgardian warriors were not even elites among Asgardian warriors, not from Odin's personal guard, and would not have any impact on Asgard's core combat power.

That is to say, they traded more than a dozen people on the opposite side at the cost of two Lei Shen's deaths, and those who died were all famous superheroes. The Green Lanterns' casualties were also very heavy, and the loss of energy was also a lot, which can be called a first battle victory.

But if you add the loss of mages, it's not like that at all. That's five Doctor Stranges. Although there are quite a few Doctor Stranges who came, the mages are really too useful. Even if this group of people is weak in fighting, even if they can open portals in the rear for logistics transportation, they can play a big role. Five died at once; even General MacArthur would feel heartache.

And compared to the losses brought by the sacrifice of these five Doctor Stranges, the bigger problem is why these five people sacrificed. This is the issue that this meeting needs to focus on discussing, because there may be huge hidden dangers behind this. If the problem is not found and improved immediately, more people will die.

Schiller looked at the ordinary government commander's side and found that the mental state of most people was not very good, looking like they hadn't slept for several days. If it weren't for the fact that the human physical fitness here had been strengthened, several might have already collapsed from exhaustion.

The most ridiculous thing is that several old gentlemen who have lived from World War II to the present look like they are going to leave at any time. Schiller is really afraid that these superheroes will make some more problems and anger a few living fossils to death, and he will have to go to Death to fish for people again.

"Ahem." Captain America cleared his throat and said, "The war is not over yet, this is just a phased review meeting, so I'll keep it short. I drafted several of the biggest problems that appeared in this battle with the staff of the central command, let's discuss the following problems first. If there are other problems, you can also speak freely. Below I will say the first problem first..."

Schiller knew that generally, the most serious problems in this situation are discussed last. However, a reprieve may not be more bearable than immediate execution; on the contrary, because of the delay in time, it might cause greater mental pressure on people. Schiller couldn't help but look at Doctor Strange's direction frequently.

The main universe Doctor Strange's complexion was very pale, but considering that he had stayed in a vacuum environment for a period of time before, his own body was also damaged, so it was normal for his complexion to be bad. It was impossible to see if there was any problem with his spirit from his expression.

Schiller turned to look at Charles again. Charles gave him a look, and the next second his voice appeared in Schiller's mind: "Don't worry, Doctor Strange is much stronger than we imagined. He has fallen into despair several times, but climbed out by himself. As long as there is any hope, he will not give up."

"And, for him, suffering and setbacks are instead steps for him to move upward. Adversity will stimulate his greatest potential. Think about how he became the Sorcerer Supreme."

Schiller then reacted; he was worried about the main universe Doctor Strange, actually substituting the Strange he knew.

The biggest setback the central universe's Strange encountered was probably the car accident when he used a ballpoint pen to point at his forehead. He hadn't even had time to have a car accident before he was caught to engage in fraud. So if this happened to him today, it would indeed be an incredible setback for him.

However, other Doctor Stranges were all after their hands were shattered, lost everything they originally had, and were recognized by the Ancient One at the lowest point of their lives, only then becoming the Sorcerer Supreme.

People who haven't experienced such things might find it hard to understand that people like Strange are very proud, even to the point of being conceited. Only by firmly believing that he is excellent enough can he kill his way out among countless people whose conditions are better than his, and walk to the top of the industry.

When such a person is completely crushed and loses everything he originally had, the pain he experiences is unimaginable, because the idea he firmly believed in the past that he is excellent and lucky enough, that he is God's favorite, will completely collapse. The belief that supported his struggle in the past will turn to ashes in an instant. Since ancient times, I don't know how many people have chosen to commit suicide when experiencing the pain of falling from a high place.

But looking at Doctor Strange's whole life, after his hands had an accident, he thought of every way, but never thought of dying.

Even, after encountering such a setback, he was actually able to make the Ancient One recognize him. You know, the Ancient One of the main universe is very strong; in the setting of the comics, only he can be worthy of the title "Sorcerer Supreme." And the Ancient One, who has lived for so many years and almost understands all the truths of the universe, chose to pass the mantle to his youngest disciple Stephen Strange, which is definitely not without reason.

There is such a kind of person in this world; when he lives smoothly, you don't feel how excellent he is, at least not more excellent than other smooth people. But once he falls to the bottom, it is easy to see the difference between him and other people who have reached the top.

The four words "make a comeback" are easy to say, but doing it is as difficult as ascending to heaven; what needs to be faced is not only one's own mental pressure, but also unimaginable social pressure. Xiang Yu still refused to cross the Wujiang River, but Strange did it, and more than once.

In the comics, Strange also had to give up the status of Sorcerer Supreme because of abusing black magic after becoming Sorcerer Supreme, but later relied on his own strength to get rid of the influence of black magic and defeated strong enemies again. This proves that his comeback back then was definitely not accidental, but that he was truly tough enough. Most Stranges are like this.

Thinking of this, Schiller smiled in his heart; it seems that for Doctor Strange, this major casualty is not the end, but just the beginning. I'm afraid Batman will soon understand that killing mages first is a wrong decision; this will not only not make Doctor Stranges collapse, but will make them stronger. ===== CHAPTER 4001 =====