Chapter 286: C277
The banquet proceeded without disturbance.
However, it became an opportunity for all Asgardians—both gods and mortals—to sing the praises of Leon, Wanda, Natasha, and the other Atrium guardians. This war against the flame giant Surtur shattered the arrogance of the Asgardians and challenged their long-held perception of Midgard, the realm they once considered insignificant.
Now, that world of mortals had a guardian as formidable as Odin himself.
Leon's command was no weaker than, if not superior to, Thor and the Aesir gods. Natasha and Wanda fought side by side with Thor, battling the mighty Surtur without retreating a single step. Even Pietro risked his life, unleashing dangerously reckless moves.
At the war's most critical moment, Leon effortlessly froze all of Muspelheim, stripping the Fire Giant of his power, saving Asgard, and eliminating the crisis.
This heroic feat was not only celebrated but also moved the hearts of all Asgardians. It cemented their belief that their friends from Midgard were true allies, bound by an eternal friendship.
Leon's proposal for Wanda to learn rune magic was readily accepted. Asgard even provided rare materials, including Uru metal, to aid her studies.
With Leon's intervention, Asgard had successfully erased the threat of Ragnarok. Even after Odin's fall, Asgard had secured a powerful alliance with Leon and his companions. Unlike the original timeline, where Surtur brought Asgard to ruin, this time, he had been utterly destroyed.
For Leon, this journey had yielded immense rewards: Asgard's friendship, control over the Eternal Flame, the ability to summon the Heavenly Father-level Surtur at will, and invaluable rune knowledge for Wanda.
A true win-win situation.
As for Surtur's feelings on the matter? Neither Leon nor Asgard cared.
