Kryptonians: Man of Steel

Chapter 1041 Become my strength!
However, Thor was born with an indomitable stubbornness in his character.

He raised his head, refusing to give in, and sneered, "Ahem, is it because the Emperor of the Galactic Empire taught you a lesson? So that a monster like you could also learn to play with the laws of the universe?"

Upon hearing this, Thanos curled up a faint smile. There was no anger in that smile, but instead it revealed an indescribable peace and indifference.

"Yes."

He admitted it frankly, as if he was talking about something very ordinary.

"He did give me a lot of inspiration and let me see the true form of power. But more importantly, I learned how to touch the deepest secrets of the universe through my own efforts."

"It is not shameful to admit that the enemy is powerful, son of Odin."

Thanos continued.

"But true wisdom does not come from the teachings of others, but from inner awakening and unremitting exploration. Many people think that I was born strong, but this is not the case. The appearance of Titans is actually not much different from that of Earthlings. They are a beautiful and powerful race. However, I am a mutated deformed child. Except for my brain, there is no normal part of my body. I am even weaker than an ordinary Titan baby."

There was a barely perceptible sadness in Thanos' words, and his eyes became deep and distant, as if he had returned to his childhood full of humiliation and pain.

He turned around, his back to Thor.

"When I was growing up, I suffered countless bullying and ridicule, but I was powerless to resist. That feeling of powerlessness made me deeply understand that only strength can allow me to gain a foothold in this cruel world."

"At that time, my heart was filled with despair and anger, but I knew that if I continued like this, I would be completely destroyed."

Having said that, Thanos turned around and looked through Thor, as if he saw the distant past.

"So, I started trying to sneak up on those who were stronger than me. I would sneak into their homes, set traps in their homes, and I would do everything I could to kill them. I even developed a poison for the Titans."

"I dissected them and studied them, trying to figure out why they were stronger than me and why they could defeat me so easily. I used the knowledge I gained from them to transform myself, making my body stronger and tougher. In this way, I grew step by step until I became the most powerful Titan."

Thanos' tone was full of pride and satisfaction, as if this was the proudest achievement of his life.

"However, my pursuit did not stop there. In order to find out the origin of my mutation, I even killed and dissected my mother with my own hands. At that moment, I felt unprecedented fear and pain, but I also found the answer. I found the root of my mutation in her and unlocked the deepest secret buried in my body. At that moment, I seemed to be reborn, my soul was no longer bound by anything, and my strength reached an unprecedented height."

At this point, a sinister smile appeared on Thanos' face, a smile that contained both nostalgia for the past and expectations for the future.

"I have become one of the most powerful beings in the universe, but I am not satisfied with this. I have climbed to the top of the universe step by step and became an existence that countless creatures revere. But this power and this status do not satisfy me." "What I pursue is the supreme power in the universe, the absolute authority above all laws. I long to master the beating of every grain of dust in the universe, the trajectory of every beam of light, and even the mysteries of time and space. I long for more power and long to master all the laws of the universe."

"So, I began to look for more knowledge and wisdom, and I began to explore the mysteries of the universe. I encountered countless challenges and enemies, but I never backed down. Because I knew that only by constantly challenging myself and surpassing myself could I become the true overlord of the universe."

Thor listened to Thanos' story with shock and awe in his heart.

He never thought that this seemingly cold-blooded and ruthless enemy actually had such a tortuous and legendary experience.

In his impression, Thanos has always been a cruel and violent existence. He destroys planets and slaughters lives as if he has no emotions or morals at all.

He looked at Thanos' calm and determined eyes, and suddenly realized that perhaps he really could not defeat this enemy.

Because Thanos not only possesses powerful strength and wisdom, but also has a heart that is never satisfied and always pursues progress.

"Son of Odin, do you understand now? Real strength is not just physical strength, but also the sublimation of mind and wisdom. You have powerful artifacts and the blood of Odin, but these cannot make you a truly strong person. Only when you learn to let go of your anger and learn to use wisdom to perceive the laws of power in the universe, can you truly reach the pinnacle of power."

Thanos chose the strategy of using courtesy before force. This was not a sudden impulse, but a decision made after careful consideration.

Disputes in the universe often arise from misunderstandings and prejudices, and the most direct and effective way to resolve them is to demonstrate strength first and then sit down to negotiate.

Doing so will not only instill awe in the opponent, but also lay the foundation for subsequent peaceful dialogue.

Although Thanos desires deep down to achieve balance in the universe at the lowest cost, he also understands that this road is destined to be bumpy and sacrifice and bloodshed are inevitable.

"Son of Odin, I have traveled to every corner of the universe and witnessed the rise and fall of countless civilizations. Behind every prosperity, there are irreconcilable contradictions and crises. They are like undercurrents that will eventually lead to a catastrophic collapse. The universe needs balance, not a simple quantitative equality, but a subtle harmony of strength, wisdom, and emotion. I, Thanos, am willing to take on this responsibility, even if it means breaking some things and rebuilding others with my own hands."

Thanos' words revealed an indescribable vicissitudes and determination. His eyes seemed to be able to see through the past and the future. He looked directly at Thor, trying to convey his vision and determination to the son of Odin.

However, Thanos' self-belief is too strong. He firmly believes that his way is the only right way and will not tolerate any doubt.

Just as Thor was lost in thought, Thanos' tone suddenly changed, becoming cold and resolute.

"But, son of Odin, I am not here to discuss those vague philosophical or moral concepts with you. The universe, this vast existence, does not need endless debates, but real balance."

(End of this chapter)