Chapter 181 - 177
It wasn't just his body that had been disrupted but also his mind and consciousness.
As if realizing he would definitely lose if he continued in this state, a surge of terrifying, domineering power erupted from him, instantly altering the world around him. The once-vivid colors drained away, leaving behind a gray, desolate landscape filled with the ominous roar of blood and the crackle of black thunder raging across the sky.
But alas, no matter how fierce the effort, it was ultimately futile.
His consciousness descended into complete darkness.
He didn't know how much time had passed, but when Pietro finally woke, he bolted upright from the ground, his eyes darting around warily. To his surprise, he found himself on a sunny beach. The blue sky stretched endlessly overhead, and not far away, he could hear laughter and cheerful voices. The tantalizing aroma of barbecue wafted through the air.
Before Pietro could fully grasp the situation, a dinner plate filled with barbecued meat appeared in front of him. Turning his head, he noticed a massive figure looming over him, blocking out the sun.
Looking up, he saw Hulk grinning down at him with a simple, honest smile.
"Hey, big guy, is this for me?" Pietro asked, blinking in disbelief.
"Hulk," came the friendly growl.
"Thanks." Grateful for the gesture, Pietro accepted the plate. Standing up, he grabbed a couple of skewers and handed them back to Hulk as a gesture of goodwill. With his own skewer in hand, he began eating while walking toward the lively group nearby.
Ahead, he spotted familiar faces—Leon, Natasha, Wanda, and the others were all gathered around, enjoying a feast. They laughed and chatted, the table laden with roasted meats, fried steak, steamed crabs, and other delicious foods. The boys lounged in shorts, their torsos bare under the sun, while the girls wore light shirts and shorts, looking equally relaxed.