Reed said at this moment, "Guys, since Dracula has already gotten the Vampire Chapter, why don't we adopt another, more direct plan?"
Aaron's expression shifted.
Reed was about to stir up trouble.
Tony frowned. "Are you saying..."
"You know what I mean."
Reed looked at the massive Time Machine located in the center.
"We have already collected some Chronoviums, enough to start this machine once."
"Even if we successfully stop Dracula now and retrieve the Vampire Chapter, can we solve the problem of the millions of humans who have been turned into Vampires?"
Speaking of this, Reed scanned everyone present, pausing longest on Aaron.
"I have a great idea that can solve all our troubles once and for all."
"Now, we will activate the time machine and restore the timeline to its original state. The Eternal Night will not descend, the Vampire army will not grow, the world will be as peaceful and harmonious as ever, and reality will return to normal."
Others who were unaware of the truth nodded unconsciously.
This method could indeed solve everything once and for all. Moreover, it would avoid a fierce battle.
The Eternal Night crisis could be resolved from its very source.
However, Tony, who had been involved in the construction of the time machine throughout, knew of its dangers.
He immediately retorted without thinking, "No, we haven't collected enough Chronoviums yet. This machine's energy is severely insufficient."
"If we rashly activate it with insufficient energy, unpredictable dangers might arise."
"Perhaps… the already ravaged timeline will be impacted again, and things will become even worse."
As the spokesperson for the Moon God Khonshu, Moon Knight was very averse to Reed's direct alteration of the timeline.
Besides his divine role as the Moon God, Khonshu was also the protector of time, with the responsibility of maintaining the peace of the timeline.
What Reed was doing was undoubtedly disrespecting Khonshu. He naturally couldn't stand by and watch.
And compared to the unreliable act of altering the timeline, he was more inclined towards another method.
"Tony is right. No one understands time better than I do. This machine is not yet perfected. Once activated, the situation could become even more dire."
"Now that we have the Montesi Formula, why don't we just use the Montesi Formula before Dracula to eradicate all Vampires?"
Moon Knight looked at Stephen.
Stephen was the most suitable person to cast this spell.
Although the caster would pay a huge price, possibly even dying instantly, to save this world, necessary sacrifices were worth it.
Stephen's scalp tingled under Moon Knight's gaze.
Oh no, he's coming for me.
Stephen's physical condition in this timeline was actually quite dire.
Even though it was only 2024, in order to study magic and protect the safety of the magic side, as a novice, he had already come into contact with many dangerous spells.
His body had also begun to demonize, and his daily ingredients were magical creatures from those dimensional worlds.
For example, fresh octopus tentacles, juicy eyeballs…
Even the refrigerator in the Sanctum Sanctorum had to be bound with magical chains to prevent the ingredients inside from escaping.
In this situation, Stephen knew his physical condition. Once he used the Montesi Formula, he would likely die from the backlash, or with a small probability, completely transform into a crazy dimensional demonic creature.
He couldn't accept either outcome.
Stephen said, "Cough cough, I think Reed's method is quite good. Activating the time machine can both stop Dracula and save the innocent people transformed by Vampires, killing two birds with one stone."
"Conversely, the Montesi Formula would cause the sacrifice of at least tens of millions of innocent people. How innocent and pitiful are those who were forcibly transformed by Vampires?"
Innocent? Pitiful?
When you killed those Vampires before, you never hesitated.
Tony rolled his eyes.
Reed snorted, "I dare say, the Montesi Formula is a terrible move. The souls of those tens of millions of innocent people who died will be watching you from hell."
Tony retorted, "I know the Montesi Formula is a terrible move, but it's definitely safer than your risky move."
"Compared to the sacrifices already made, I don't want to cause even greater sacrifices after activating it."
At this moment, Tony could only uphold the excellent tradition of the Avengers.
"Since it's come to this, let's follow the old rules."
"Those who support us stand here, and those who support Reed stand behind them."
Everyone who was listening to both sides' analysis fell into a dilemma.
Then, they gradually took sides according to their respective relationships.
Thing, Human Torch, and She-Hulk naturally stood behind Reed. They were teammates, after all, advancing and retreating together.
Reed was very reliable most of the time. Only very, very rarely would he have a moment of madness and cause some trouble.
But this time… he should be reliable, right?
Wolverine's expression was solemn. After a period of conflicted analysis, he chose to stand behind Tony.
Having experienced a time storm, he preferred a more cautious approach. He subconsciously rejected the dangerous time machine.
Winter Soldier looked left and right, then firmly stood behind Tony.
On one hand, Tony and the deceased Captain America had a very good relationship, and as a good friend, he was willing to trust Captain America's judgment.
On the other hand, he was originally a soldier and an assassin. In such a major matter of right and wrong, he was more likely than others to accept the deaths of tens of millions of innocent people.
As for Adam Warlock, who came from the cosmos…
He wasn't from Earth, so how could he feel as much about the deaths of tens of millions of Earthlings as others?
It wasn't the Sovereigns who died, so it had nothing to do with him.
As long as Dracula could be completely dealt with, and these bastards prevented from wreaking havoc on Earth and then the entire universe, that would be a success.
Adam Warlock chose to stand behind Tony.
Thus, the scene was divided into the Montesi Formula faction, led by Tony, Moon Knight, Adam Warlock, Wolverine, and Winter Soldier.
And the activation faction, led by Reed, Stephen, Thing, Human Torch, and She-Hulk.
Of course, there was also the neutral spectator faction, led by Aaron, which was also the largest in number, including Luna, Magik, Doreen, Ratatoskr, and Iron Fist.
Oh, and there was Galacta, who witnessed the entire situation unfold, she was the biggest spectator.
Luna couldn't make such a big decision. To put it bluntly, she was just an idol who liked to sing and dance and didn't dare to make a choice in such matters. So she stood behind Aaron, waiting for Aaron to make a decision.
Doreen and Ratatoskr, needless to say, one regarded Aaron as her best friend, and the other regarded Aaron as a great backer, so they naturally followed Aaron.
Magik actually had her own thoughts, but she suddenly remembered that Tony and the others had said so much, yet no one had asked for Aaron's opinion. With the methods Aaron had displayed, he might have an even better idea. So she firmly stood behind Aaron.
Iron Fist, on the other hand, looked left and right, deliberated for a long time, and then simply stood still.
He was just an ordinary human who suddenly obtained the sword of Fu Xi and then inexplicably became Iron Fist.
And because Aaron had devoured the sword of Fu Xi, the incomplete sword of Fu Xi with Iron Fist felt a kinship with Aaron, making Iron Fist more willing to trust Aaron.