34 Chapter 34 | An Unlikely Encounter

Somewhere in Europe, Lex found himself in the heart of Nazi Germany, seeking an audience with the infamous Johann Schmidt, known as Red Skull.

Rumors of Schmidt's experiments and his quest for ultimate Power had piqued Lex's interest, and he believed that an alliance with Red Skull could grant him access to advanced Technology and resources.

Lex's journey led him to a secret laboratory deep within the bowels of German fortress. The air was heavy with the stench of chemicals and the wounds of machinery. As Lex made his way through dimly lit corridors, avoiding suspicious guards along the way.

As he entered the main laboratory, Lex beheld a sight that sent chills down his spine. Standing before him, in a dark uniform adorned with the skull insignia was the Red Skull himself. His scarred face and cold eyes held an air of malevolence and arrogance.

"Ah, Lex Luthor. The renowned Industrialist. What brings you to my humble abode?" Schmidt's voice dripped with a mix of curiosity and disdain.

Lex, never one to back down, met the Red Skull's gaze with a steely resolve. "I have heard tales of your experiments, Schmidt. The Power you possess intrigued me. I believe an alliance between us could be mutually beneficial."

Red Skull's lips curled into a wicked smile. "And what could you offer me, Lex? Why should I trust you?"

Lex, always master manipulator, played his cards carefully. "I have vast resources at my disposal, Technologies that could aid your cause. With my intellect and your knowledge of the arcane, we could reshape the World in our image."

Red Skull's eyes gleamed with a mix of interest and suspicion. He circled Lex, his presence commanding and intimidating. "Very well, Lex. I will consider your offer. But know this, any betrayal will be met with swift and brutal consequences."

Lex nodded, recognizing the gravity of the situation. He had entered a dangerous game, aligning himself with Red Skull.

Weeks turned into months as Lex Luthor and Red Skull forged their alliance in the heart of Nazi Germany. Lex provided Red Skull with advanced Weaponry and Technology, while Red Skull shared his knowledge of the occult and the secrets of Hydra. The Organization he commanded.

As Lex delved deeper into the world of Hydra, he became intrigued by the Red Skull's obsession with the Tesseract, a powerful artifact of Cosmic Origin. Red Skull believed harnessing energy would grant him Ultimate Power, and Lex saw an opportunity to exploit this obsession for his own gain.

Together, they orchestrated daring raids on Military Installations, stealing valuable resources and Technology to further their cause. The world trembled at their audacity, as Lex's cunning and Red Skull's ruthlessness proved to be a formidable combination.

Lex sees potential in the relationship between Hydra and the emerging Nazi regime. While Red Skull believed in a world where Hydra would reign Supreme, free from the constraints of Hitler's Germany.

Their differences came to a head during a heated argument in the depths of Red Skull's fortress. Voices raised, their alliance began to crumble under the weight of their own ambitions. It was then that Lex saw an opportunity to gain an upper hand.

"You underestimate the Power of my Intellect, Schmidt." Lex sneered, his eyes blazing with determination. "I have been studying the Tesseract extensively. With it's Power. I could reshape the World without the need for Hydra's delusions of grandeur."

Red Skull's face contorted with rage. "You dare challenge me, Lex? I am Red Skull, the true embodiment of Power."

Lex smirked, his mind racing with plans of betrayal. "You maybe powerful, you lack the vision to truly the harness the Tesseract's potential. Together, we could achieve so much, but you are blinded by your own arrogance."

Enraged, Red Skull lunged at Lex, but Lex was prepared. He uses his Omega Beam, directly piercing Red Skull's heart. Making a large hole in the middle of his chest. "Now Schmidt, it's time for you to truly understand the meaning of Power." Lex whispered, as Johann Schmidt body laid on the canvas.

Afterwards, Lex took the Tesseract and put the object inside an enclosed briefcase. He calmly walked inside outside the laboratory before going inside a large room.

Inside, you see rows and rows of Hydra Soldiers standing in an organized line. Lex walked inside standing on stage with a huge Red Hydra flag standing behind him with all it's glory.

"Hydra! Today, the bug who thought he was everything has fallen now. Now with me in charge, Hydra will reach it's true glory. A mission to take over the World. Me and it's helm, Hydra will operated as it always should have operated. As a welled-oiled machine." Lex slowly puts his hand out and shouted. "Hail Hydra!"

"Hail Hydra!" Immediately all the soldiers repeated his words. Lex looked down at his personal army and smiled, everything is going according to plan.

[Mission: Take over Hydra]

[Reward: Superman's Powers]