Chapter 128 A Fiery Welcome
"Well, where is Azula and the others?"
Arthur asked, the question hanging in the air of the quiet penthouse. If Pepper and Morgan weren't here, perhaps his other companions were.
Jarvis's voice replied smoothly, a hint of something akin to amusement in its synthesized tone.
"Indeed, Sir. Shortly after your last departure, Princess Azula, Princess Yue, Toph Beifong, Mai, Ty Lee, and your daughter, Sylvia, took up residence within the Tower. Their presence was… unexpected, initially. They expressed a collective sentiment of 'boredom' with their respective realms and sought new challenges. Master Tony, after a period of considerable persuasion, and perhaps a touch of his characteristic showmanship, extended an invitation for them to join the Avengers as provisional members."
Arthur blinked. Azula and the others, joining the Avengers?
It was an odd combination, yet strangely fitting.
He could easily imagine Azula's cunning mind analyzing combat strategies, Toph's raw power shaking the very foundations of any threat, and Mai and Ty Lee's precision making them formidable assets.
As for Yue, her calm demeanor might offer a grounding presence, and Sylvia, his dragon daughter, would certainly bring an unmatched level of power and aerial advantage.
"And are they currently here?"
Arthur inquired, a faint smile touching his lips.
"They are, Sir,"
Jarvis confirmed.
"They are currently engaged in a training exercise within the primary Avengers training facility on the lower levels. They have adapted with remarkable speed to the team's protocols and have proven to be exceptionally capable. Their… unique abilities have certainly added a new dimension to the team's operations."
Arthur chuckled softly. "Unique" was certainly one way to put it. He turned and headed towards the private elevator, a newfound spring in his step.
The thought of seeing them, especially Sylvia, filled him with anticipation.
He wondered what kind of "training exercise" they were engaged in. With Azula involved, it was sure to be anything but ordinary.
As the elevator descended, Arthur could already feel the tremors and hear the distant sounds of impact.
The training facility, usually a sterile environment of controlled simulations, now vibrated with raw power. When the doors hissed open, he stepped into a scene of organized chaos.
The room was vast, filled with various holographic projections of hostile entities, from robotic drones to towering alien constructs. Lasers crisscrossed the air, energy blasts erupted, and the clang of metal against metal echoed through the space.
In the center of it all, Azula moved with chilling grace, her blue flames dancing from her fingertips, incinerating targets with precise, devastating strikes.
She wasn't just fighting; she was calculating, directing, her sharp commands cutting through the din.
Near her, Mai and Ty Lee were a blur of motion. Mai's knives flew with deadly accuracy, pinning holographic enemies to the walls, while Ty Lee weaved through attacks with impossible agility, striking pressure points that caused even the simulated threats to flicker and dissipate.
Toph, grounded and formidable, created earth walls that deflected incoming fire, then sent ripples of seismic energy through the floor, shattering projected enemies from below.
Her expression was one of intense concentration, a slight grin hinting at the enjoyment she found in the challenge.
Yue moved with a serene calm, a stark contrast to the ferocity around her.
Her waterbending manifested as elegant, powerful whips of water that ensnared and crushed targets, or delicate shields that shimmered with defensive energy.
She seemed to glide, her movements fluid and unburdened by the chaos.
And then there was Sylvia. Arthur's heart swelled with paternal pride as he watched his dragon daughter.
She was a magnificent sight, her scales shimmering under the training facility's lights.
She moved with incredible speed, her powerful wings creating gusts of wind that destabilized enemies. Roars of defiance erupted from her as she unleashed streams of pure, concentrated fire, melting holographic tanks and robotic adversaries into digital dust.
She was clearly having the time of her life, her joy palpable even amidst the simulated battle.
The Avengers were present too, scattered throughout the facility, observing and occasionally engaging.
Captain America was giving instructions, Iron Man hovered nearby, occasionally firing a repulsor blast, and Black Widow and Hawkeye were moving with their usual stealth and precision.
They all seemed to be adjusting to the new dynamic, a mix of awe and slight bewilderment on their faces as they watched Arthur's group.
As Sylvia incinerated a particularly large holographic monster, she let out a triumphant roar that echoed through the chamber.
It was then that she caught sight of Arthur standing by the entrance.
Her large, reptilian eyes widened, and a joyous rumble vibrated through her chest.
"Papa!"
She bellowed, her voice booming, momentarily silencing the training facility.
She folded her massive wings and bounded towards him, surprisingly light on her feet, her tail wagging like a delighted dog's.
Arthur opened his arms just in time for Sylvia to practically tackle him, her snout nudging into his chest with immense affection.
He laughed, wrapping his arms around her, patting her strong neck.
"Hello, my fiery girl. Looks like you've been having quite the fun here."
The others quickly followed, their faces breaking into smiles. Azula, for once, didn't immediately launch into a sarcastic remark.
"Took you long enough,"
She simply stated, though there was a hint of genuine pleasure in her eyes.
Toph nudged him playfully with her elbow.
"Thought you'd forgotten about us, twinkle-toes."
Yue offered a gentle smile.
"We're glad you're back, Arthur."
Mai simply gave him a small, almost imperceptible nod, while Ty Lee practically bounced.
"We've been doing awesome things, Arthur! The Avengers are so cool!"
Arthur looked at all of them, his found family from different worlds, now united in this new, unexpected role.
It seemed his journey was far from over, and with these powerful and unique individuals by his side, anything was possible.
And as he was about to say something.
Azula didn't care about anyone and dragged him away. She wanted to be fucked and she could no longer wait.
Tony who was watching over them with Steve and the other members of the old avengers said.
"That's my boy."
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