It has been two to three months since Lin Feng arrived in outer space.
During this time, Lin Feng remained in a deep sleep, his body continuously strengthened by the system. The optimized Kryptonian bloodline was relentlessly reshaping him.
Bathed in the sun's rays, Lin Feng grew ever more powerful...
Throughout this period, Tony checked on Lin Feng's condition every few days.
Yet, each time, Lin Feng's vital signs registered as normal, his life signs stable, much to the astonishment of Tony and Jarvis.
Since Lin Feng was fine, Tony decided to let his drifting friend be and focused on his suit manufacturing endeavors.
A few days later, Tony, clad in his armor and soaring through the sky, was as happy as a fool.
It's worth noting that Lin Feng's actions had inadvertently given Tony the impetus to conceive of an outer-space suit earlier than planned.
On Earth, aside from Tony Stark occasionally checking on Lin Feng, a certain "black egg" was also periodically investigating him.
At this moment, Nick Fury sat in his office, with Coulson standing before his desk.
Coulson handed Nick Fury a tablet.
The screen displayed footage of Lin Feng drifting in space.
Nick Fury stared at the image for a long time before looking at Coulson.
They exchanged a peculiar glance, both seemingly at a loss for words.
As if unable to bear the strange atmosphere, the "black egg" finally spoke.
"He's been drifting in space for over two months like this?"
"Yes, Director."
"Without even changing his posture?"
"Yes, Director."
"And he's still alive?"
"Yes, Director."
"Motherfucker?"
"Yes, Director..." Coulson blurted out reflexively.
"Hmm?" The "black egg" fixed him with his one remaining eye.
"Uh... Director, should we contact Tony Stark?"
The "black egg" pondered for a moment and rejected the suggestion.
"No, for now, keep our focus on Tony Stark and his toys."
"As for Lin Feng, have the monitoring departments keep continuous surveillance. Inform me immediately if there's any anomaly..."
The "black egg" issued his orders.
"Yes, Director." After Coulson left, the vast office was left with only the "black egg." He opened his desk drawer and took out a file.
On the cover of the file, in large red letters, was: Avengers Initiative...
Meanwhile, the timeline had reached the end of Iron Man 1.
"Ding! Evolution complete. Kryptonian bloodline fused. Congratulations to the host for completing all novice missions. System is now officially binding..."
In outer space, Lin Feng, who had been asleep for a long time, heard the system's voice again.
He abruptly opened his eyes, as if a red beam shot out from them.
"Binding... 1%... 15%... 37%... 59%... 98%... 100..."
"Binding successful. The Dimensional System is at your service. This system exists to forge the host into a cross-dimensional powerhouse. All system functions are now officially unlocked. Please check the personal panel."
As the system's voice faded, Lin Feng had finally completed his novice missions!
He took a deep breath... Wait, he couldn't breathe. He'd forgotten there was no air in space...
He clenched his fist and felt an unprecedented surge of power coursing through his body.
It was as if every cell was brimming with immense energy, ready to burst forth.
"Wow, this is the power of the Man of Steel!"
"System, open the personal panel..." Lin Feng commanded.
A transparent screen, visible only to Lin Feng, appeared before his eyes.
Chao Dimensional System - Host (Lin Feng)
Prestige Points: 10 (Prestige Points can be exchanged for various items in the system shop.)
Abilities: Superman - Man of Steel (Upgradeable)
Current Missions: None
System Shop: Novice
The panel was concise. Lin Feng keenly noticed the word "Upgradeable" next to his abilities.
"System, what does 'upgradeable' mean?"
"Ding. Host, you can use Prestige Points in the system shop to enhance your abilities and exchange for various items. For example, you can use Prestige Points to exchange for Silver Age Superman's flight ability."
The system explained.
Hearing this, Lin Feng opened the system shop and indeed found various Superman abilities available for exchange.
However, even the most basic Superman abilities required Level 3 exchange privileges, and Lin Feng currently only had Novice privileges.
For abilities like heat vision or super-flight, Lin Feng currently only possessed the corresponding abilities of the Man of Steel tier. To exchange for Silver Age Superman's heat vision, he would need Level 3 exchange privileges and ten million Prestige Points.
Currently, Lin Feng could only exchange for minor, seemingly insignificant items.
For instance, Superman's glasses, a replica of Aquaman's trident, or a scrapped arc reactor from Tony Stark.
Huh? Lin Feng looked bewildered. What kind of items were these? And Black Widow's original underwear? And it only cost 10 Prestige Points.
This is insane!
Lin Feng couldn't help but grumble, then checked his Prestige Points.
Well, it was just enough to exchange for one item...
"System, how do I gain Prestige Points?" Lin Feng asked, feeling somewhat weary.
"Host's Prestige Points are derived from all sentient beings in the universe's perception of the host and the positive impact generated by the host's actions."
"What the hell? Speak human language."
"...It means that if the host saves someone, the gratitude and admiration of that person will generate Prestige Points."
"Furthermore, the more people who pay attention to the host, the more Prestige Points the host will receive."
"I get it! You want me to be a celebrity!" Lin Feng clapped his hands, suddenly enlightened.
This was simple. From now on, this city of New York would be under my control. No one would be allowed to cause trouble!
And if I got a couple of TV stations to follow me around the clock, who would be afraid of not having Prestige Points?
Lin Feng snorted defiantly.
After understanding the system, Lin Feng's fingers started itching.
Having just acquired the abilities of the Man of Steel, he was eager to punch something to test his current strength.
Suppressing the urge to punch the moon a couple of times, Lin Feng inquired if the system had any missions available.
"Ding! Detected plot mission. Assist Tony Stark in defeating Obadiah."
The system was remarkably helpful.
System Mission: Defeat Obadiah and rescue Tony Stark.
Mission Reward: 100,000 Prestige Points, one Black Superman suit (Formal mission benefit bonus, remaining 3/3 times.)
Good heavens, Lin Feng was shocked. Had so much time passed? Tony had already built an Iron Man suit?
"Yes, host. Because you were a normal person, the activation of your Kryptonian bloodline required a longer duration."
Alright, Lin Feng felt it didn't matter. Three months of time compared to the abilities of the Man of Steel...
It was incomparable. He'd better focus on the mission. The mission had a time limit of three hours.
Immediately, Lin Feng activated his super vision.
The originally blue and white planet rapidly expanded in Lin Feng's sight. His eyes acted like satellites, scanning the Earth.
Soon, he located Tony, who was engaged in a "friendly" physical exchange with Obadiah.
"Is that all you've got?" Tony spewed trash talk while searching for Obadiah's opening.
Good heavens, Tony was being crass again. Lin Feng, using his super hearing, smacked his lips.
On Earth, Obadiah swung a massive hammer, hitting Tony's chest and sending the Mark II flying. He struggled to get back up.
"I love this suit!!"
Obadiah roared as he charged forward and delivered another kick.
He stomped on the Mark II, sending sparks flying.
Ouch!!!
Lin Feng winced, watching. That looked painful...
Having confirmed Tony Stark's location, Lin Feng plummeted towards Earth. It was time for Superman to make his appearance!
At this moment, Tony Stark was panting heavily, the arc reactor on his chest flashing intermittently.
"Sir, energy remaining at 7%," JARVIS dutifully reminded him.
With another roll to dodge a mini-missile fired by Obadiah, the shockwave from the explosion sent Tony, who hadn't managed to get far enough away, tumbling to the ground.
Instantly, the faceplate flashed a frantic red.
"Impact system offline, missiles offline, multiple soft tissue contusions..."
"Damn it!" The pain from various parts of his body made Tony grit his teeth.
"JARVIS, if you have any other brilliant plans, bring them up quickly!"
"Otherwise, you'll be ordering a funeral for your boss!"
Tony cursed as he used his dwindling energy to blast at Obadiah, buying time.
"Sir, perhaps Mr. Lin Feng can help you!"
JARVIS suddenly said.
"Lin? Isn't that kid floating around in outer space?" Tony asked, panting.
"Sir, look up!"
The display inside Tony's faceplate suddenly marked a brightly glowing aerial object.
Tony abruptly looked up at the sky. Obadiah, seeing this, also tilted his head up in confusion.
The next second, a humanoid object descended from the sky at an incredible speed, creating a massive crater in the ground between them and engulfing the entire area in a cloud of dust.