The skies above New York City were calm, but Thor, standing at the edge of Avengers Tower, felt a surge of unease. Beside him, Captain America, still recovering from their battle with Ultron, noticed his tension.
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“Thor, what is it?” Steve Rogers asked, sensing something was wrong.
Thor’s eyes narrowed, his grip tightening on Mjolnir. “I sense a great power. Unlike anything I’ve felt before… from the city.”
Steve straightened, alert. “Another threat?”
“I’m not certain, but it’s strong. Strong enough to rival the gods.”
Without hesitation, they leapt into action. Thor took to the skies, and Steve raced toward the city’s heart. As they approached, they saw the source of the immense power: a figure hovering above the ground, bathed in sunlight.
It was Superman.
Thor landed with a thunderous crash, Steve by his side, shield ready. Superman descended, landing softly in front of them. His presence was commanding, his gaze calm but watchful.
“I’m not here to fight,” Superman said, his voice steady. “I sensed a powerful energy and came to investigate. I mean no harm.”
Thor stepped forward, Mjolnir crackling with lightning. “You possess great power, stranger. Who are you, and why are you here?”
“I am Superman, a protector of this world,” he replied. “I came because I felt a disturbance.”
Steve, sensing no immediate danger, lowered his shield slightly. “We’ve just dealt with a major crisis. Forgive us if we’re cautious.”
Superman nodded. “I understand. I only wish to ensure that your world is safe.”
Thor, still suspicious, studied the Man of Steel. “If you truly mean no harm, show us your strength. Only then can we judge the truth of your words.”
Superman hesitated, but nodded. “I’ll give you a demonstration, but I won’t hold back.”
Steve shot Thor a glance. “Thor, are you sure about this?”
Thor grinned, excitement sparking in his eyes. “A warrior must test the strength of those he might call allies.”
Thor hurled Mjolnir toward Superman, the air crackling with lightning. Superman’s eyes glowed red, releasing a blast of heat vision that met the hammer head-on, creating a massive shockwave. Superman deflected the hammer, and Thor caught it with a smile.
“You truly are strong,” Thor said, impressed.
Superman stepped forward, his face serious. “I’m not here to fight, but if you want to test my strength, so be it.”
In a blur of speed, Superman charged. Thor swung Mjolnir to meet him, the clash shaking the city. Steve watched from the sidelines, ready if things escalated. Superman’s Kryptonian power matched Thor’s godly strength, their blows sending shockwaves through the streets.
As Thor summoned the storm, lightning arcing around him, and Superman countered with his full strength, the battle became a test not just of power, but of respect. Steve knew this fight would determine whether these two titans would be allies or rivals in the battles to come.