After meeting the Ancient One, Anton felt an unusual panic.
However, seeing the calm yet meaningful expression on the Ancient One face, he calmed down, realizing that she wouldn't appear without reason.
Having been in this world for so long, he had already changed some of the destinies set in the original timeline.
If the Ancient One truly intended to trouble him, she wouldn't have waited until now.
From her recent questioning, Anton instantly understood that the issue was with the marble in his hand, which was the so-called treasure of the Galaxy.
From the information Anton had gathered, the Galaxy contained a universe.
He vividly recalled the last scene in the movie.
Two marbles fell to the ground, and a strangely looking creature played with one as if it were a marble, bouncing it around, eventually collecting both into a bag filled with marbles.
Clearly, the densely packed marbles in the bag were all "Galaxys."
And these densely packed Galaxys represented a multitude of universes, both large and small.
The strange creature, walking through an unknown dimensional space, collected one universe after another.
It was a terrifying creature that made one scalp tingle just by thinking about it.
Also, it was a higher form of life.
"Multiverse…"
"The bag contains the multiverse…"
A spark of realization lit up in Anton mind, and he suddenly understood why the Ancient One had appeared.
If the marble in his hand represented a universe, then the Ancient One appearance was definitely related to it.
Multiverse.
Anything related to the Ancient One must invariably be linked to the multiverse.
"It seems you've understood. After all, you have a strong aura of the multiverse about you, indicating that you've already encountered the multiverse…"
The Ancient One, with her clear eyes that seemed to see through Anton thoughts, smiled and said,
"The marble in your hand, the Galaxy, is the key to unlocking the multiverse.
The insectoid beings want to use this key to plunder energy from another universe to attack the Aqilonians…
But, they are unaware of the true usage of the Galaxy."
"The true usage…"
Anton took a deep breath, harboring an astonishing conjecture.
And in front of the Ancient One, he voiced this guess, "The real use of this marble is for traveling through the multiverse, right?"
"Yes, you are smart, Anton."
The Ancient One said, "I didn't plan to appear before you so soon, but as this Aqilonian said, the Galaxy is not a toy.
If you misuse it, you might inadvertently open the multiverse, attracting some unnecessary trouble… In fact, things are troublesome enough, aren't they?"
"What do you mean by troublesome enough?"
Anton pondered for a moment before asking, "In your view, what counts as trouble?"
"For instance, you, and this chaotic destiny line."
The Ancient One continued, "This world was not supposed to be this way, but the timeline underwent an unpredictable change over two years ago."
"I noticed quite early, Anton, that you are the person who changed the world."
After a pause, she added, "Besides you, there are Batman, Superman, Green Arrow, Wonder Woman, Cyborg…
These people should not belong to this world. Everything you have done seems to be aimed at bringing them here."
More than two years ago?
A flash of insight crossed Anton eyes. Wasn't that right when he had first crossed over?
The Ancient One clearly sensed the aura of another world on Batman and the others.
Moreover, she concluded that Anton had some unknown, unique connection to the multiverse.
Yet, her words clearly indicated she was unaware that Batman, Wonder Woman, Superman, and other such characters were actually roles played by Anton himself.
After pondering for a moment, numerous thoughts flashed through Anton mind.
Eventually, Anton couldn't help but ask, "So, will you dislike me because of this chaotic world?"
"No, I respect fate very much."
The Ancient One replied, "In my view, everything is predestined. Although with the help of the Eye of Agamotto, I can see through the future, the future is never fixed.
There are countless possibilities, no absolute truths, only unpredictable destinies. From what I see, you've actually done quite well."
Before Anton could feel even slightly pleased, the Ancient One suddenly changed her tone and said, "However, your arrival indeed has given me some headaches."
"Uh…"
Anton was at a loss for words.
"The trouble caused by your arrival, I won't solve for you."
The Ancient One stated.
"What trouble?"
Anton asked.
"Recently, hell has started to stir again. Some demons whose names I had never heard before are plotting to invade Earth..."
The Ancient One continued, "This matter started because of you, and it should also end because of you."
"Hell invasion, what does that have to do with me?"
Anton widened his eyes.
"It seems you still don't understand."
With a swift gesture, the Ancient One said, "This world was not supposed to have such a future, but your arrival has made fate chaotic, bringing various people into this world because of your presence… So, all this trouble is brought by you."
During the conversation, some future images appeared before Anton.
In the images, a muscular man with yellow glowing eyes and a red cape fluttering behind him, with spikes growing on his shoulders and arms, his face indistinct and emitting an extremely fierce aura, was clearly not benevolent.
This man confronted a massive demon, with a battle about to erupt between them.
Furthermore.
The image flashed again.
In a laboratory, a red-skinned demon with human-like features but long ram horns on his head and a towering stature seemed to be burning with intense flames.
"This—"
Anton widened his eyes in shock.
These two men overlapped completely with the images of some people he remembered.
They represented two different characters.
"spawn…"
"Hellboy…"
Anton suddenly looked up at the Ancient One in front of him, his voice filled with astonishment, "You've already foreseen their existence?"
"Yes."
The Ancient One nodded, "Predicting the future to a certain extent is not difficult for me. But we both know they shouldn't be here.
They themselves represent a type of trouble, and you are the instigator of this series of events. Naturally, it should be you who resolves it."
Anton was silent for a moment.
What the Ancient One said was not hard to understand.
His arrival had introduced endless variables to the original Marvel world.
Cause and effect.
Since he was the cause, the outcome should also be his responsibility.
The Ancient One never interferes with fate.
In her eyes, his arrival was fated, and thus, she respects everything that happens.
"Magic can only be countered by magic, and reality must still return to reality."
The Ancient One suddenly added, "The Dark Justice League you had Constantine create was a good idea, and I must admit, you've done quite well."
As her voice fell.
Her figure gradually faded away.
And the mirrored world they were in also rapidly shattered.
Anton once again felt the passage of time.
"One last friendly reminder."
"Do not underestimate the multiverse, nor try to control it…"
As the voice fell.
"…It is not a toy you cannot take away the Galaxy."
The voice of the Aqilonian, picking up from the last sentence previously said, echoed in Anton ears.
Anton held the marble in his hand and fell silent.
Under the angry and horrified gaze of the Aqilonian, he nonchalantly tossed the marble to himself.
The Aqilonian was stunned.
He couldn't understand what the human in front of him was up to.
With a strong attitude, he snatched the Galaxy from his own hands, only to casually throw it back.
Was it just to toy with him?
"What are you shouting about? I gave it back to you, this thing doesn't seem to be that big of a deal anyway."
After speaking, Anton expression turned serious: "By the way, just to clarify, I have no personal relationship with Carol Danvers.
Right now, let only discuss your illegal entry into Earth. You not only invaded illegally but also brought the insectoid beings, almost causing harm to Earth...
This should be considered a criminal act, but luckily for you, you encountered me..."
"What do you mean?"
The Aqilonian caught the glass sphere and took a deep breath.
Hearing Anton words, he paused slightly: "What are you planning to do?"
"For starters, come with me to the headquarters of the Men in Black to register. I'll report further about your situation to someone."
Anton said, "However, just a friendly reminder, if you want to continue staying on Earth, then you must follow Earth rules.
Otherwise, I suggest you leave early it not as safe here as you might think."
A moment later.
At the headquarters of the Men in Black.
Anton first arranged for the Aqilonian to undergo a comprehensive examination,
then reported the situation involving the Aqilonian and the insectoid beings to the World Security Council.
The representatives of the World Security Council took the matter very seriously and quickly arranged to communicate with the Aqilonian.
The Aqilonian remained relatively calm.
He seemed to realize that Anton and the others had no ill intentions toward him.
Similarly, it could be said that he had a strong confidence in his own race.
As far as the Aqilonian was concerned, the only race they truly feared were the insectoids.
This was a relationship of natural enemies.
Therefore, even if humans now had the ability to harm him, he didn't take it very seriously.
This is a typical line of thinking for every race.
The races they respect the most, as well as the least, are often their natural enemies.
Anton didn't bother to interfere with the negotiations between the country representatives and the Aqilonian, returning to his office to ponder the points made by the Sorcerer Supreme, the Ancient One.
Clearly, the Ancient One was aware of the original fate of the Marvel universe.
Or, it could also be referred to as the "sacred timeline."
The sacred timeline of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is inviolable. The multiverse wars that occurred centuries ago caused countless timelines to fight and vie for supremacy, nearly annihilating everything.
Therefore, the omnipotent Time Keepers merged the multiverse into a single timeline.
In this way, all multiverses followed nearly the same destiny.
Everyone end was already predetermined.
However, Anton existence disturbed the order of time and fate.
In a normal timeline, there would definitely not be Anton, no Justice League, no Transformers, no Wanted, no High Table, no Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, etc.
Anton arrival brought a series of changes to this timeline of the Marvel world.
But for some reason, the Time Variance Authority, which maintains the sacred timeline, had not yet approached Anton.
And the original behavioral logic of the Ancient One, while somewhat similar to that of the Time Variance Authority, was not exactly the same.
The similarity was that she never destroyed time.
The difference was that after capturing these changes, the Ancient One, noticing Anton as a variable, did not rush to take action but instead dealt with the changes to the timeline in a gentle manner.
Because, as the Ancient One herself said, she respects fate.
In her view, any future event is possible.
Every possible future, whether foreseen by her or not, is something she respects and accepts.
"So, the Ancient One believes that my existence has led to the invasion of other multiverses."
Anton murmured to himself, somewhat enlightened: "So, she believes I should be responsible for resolving these major figures and events from the multiverse, to maintain the stability of this universe…"
It seems, this aligns quite closely with the system ultimate purpose.
Of course, he didn't voice this thought aloud but pondered it silently.
His system has two indicators: fan value and justice value.
The former allows him to borrow the powers of superheroes from the DC universe.
The latter prevents him from going rogue, becoming a supervillain, and using the powers of the Justice League for evil deeds.
Anton actions, although somewhat selfish, didn't entirely cast him in the role of a villain.
Good and evil are relative.
"In the eyes of the Ancient One, these were supposed to be my tasks, using variables to handle variables…"
Anton felt as if he had grasped the operating principle of the system.
Quite similar to the views of the Ancient One.
Cause and effect are interdependent.
Anton is both the cause and the effect.
"Speaking of which, spawn… Hellboy… Even these two guys have appeared in the current universe?"
He continued to ponder.
"Magic must be fought with magic…"
"The Ancient One means that she wants Constantine to lead the newly established Dark Justice League to deal with the events corresponding to these two characters…"
With that in mind, it seems like it time for Constantine to make his appearance again.
If there still time, it might also be the moment to summon another member of the magical community.
"Shazam…"
Anton rubbed his temples, forming some judgments about the Ancient One appearance.
This Sorcerer Supreme essentially made two points clear.
First, Anton himself needs to take on some responsibilities.
Second, magic should remain within the realm of magic, and reality should stay grounded in reality—this should not allow magic to interfere excessively with the real world.
This is also why the Ancient One praised his idea of forming the Dark Justice League as a good concept.
By organizing the Dark Justice League, Anton not only addresses the magical and supernatural threats facing the world but also ensures that these extraordinary interventions do not disrupt the ordinary fabric of human society too drastically.
This strategic balance between the magical and the mundane aligns with the Ancient One wisdom, emphasizing the need for each to coexist without overstepping.