Wade had no idea that the so-called unreleasable video was actually a ploy by Tony Stark to pique his interest. Tony believed that only by doing this could Wade be fully motivated to find the supernatural individual and the video.
Of course, these videos were indeed best kept from the public. Releasing them would have considerable repercussions for both Peter Parker and the Avengers. Even if the Avengers released the entire footage proving that Peter was first attacked by the old lady, many people would still find it hard to accept.
This wasn't just because an old lady appeared much more harmless compared to Venom, but also because the idea of Venom eating someone was something even Tony Stark, accustomed to supernatural events, couldn't accept—let alone the general public.
Especially since ordinary people couldn't distinguish between the old lady and an ordinary person. Previously, the Avengers had managed to maintain a favorable position during the vampire and werewolf incidents by leveraging the fact that people couldn't accept their kind being treated as food.
Thus, Tony Stark couldn't allow this footage of Peter Parker to be released. After striking a deal with Wade, Tony instructed Jarvis to continue searching for the whereabouts of the supernatural individual, while also contacting the Martian Manhunter to see if he could locate the individual.
Unexpectedly, Wade was the first to make progress. Whether because he was genuinely concerned about Peter being injured, motivated by the money Tony promised, or intrigued by the video, Wade quickly mobilized his contacts and found the supernatural individual preparing to contact the vampires at a bounty point.
It was remarkable how Wade, despite his cheeky personality, had a decent network. Perhaps such a personality was more welcomed in the supernatural or gray world.
"Dark Hunter Walton, huh? Hehe, you have an important video of Little Peter. I can't let you go..." Soon, Wade arrived at a bar entrance, smirking as he spotted Walton hidden under a cloak.
After Walton was identified by Jarvis, they couldn't find any information on him. But Wade, using his contacts, proved more effective than big data in this case, especially in the supernatural world.
"I'm going to get rich! I'll be rich soon..." Walton, still unaware that Wade had his sights on him, was gleeful at the thought of making a fortune from the vampires. But just then, someone bumped into him from the side.
"Watch where you're going, damn it!" Walton yelled at the man in the black trench coat who had collided with him.
"Monchi, what's going on? Who dares mess with a friend of the great Wade?" Wade emerged angrily, looking at Walton with disdain. Not only did he glare at Walton, but he also tried to wipe a booger on him.
"Deadpool? Hmph! If I didn't have other business, I'd teach you both a lesson!" Walton dodged Wade's disgusting attack, glared at them, and walked away. He had important matters to attend to and didn't want to waste time on these two.
Moreover, bars where bounty points were located were not places for casual fights. Even supernatural beings avoided trouble here due to the bar's powerful backing and the necessity for such a gathering place to share information and relax. Anyone causing trouble would be suppressed by others if deemed manageable.
Since Walton needed to communicate with the bar's backers to contact the vampires, he didn't want any major conflict at this point.
"Hmph! Coward!" Wade taunted Walton as he walked away, then turned and left the bar with Monchi.
"You!" Walton turned back, eyes flashing with anger, but took a deep breath and let it go.
"Pfft!" Unexpectedly, as Wade left, he let out a loud fart, nearly choking Walton. Furious, Walton chased after them but couldn't find Wade or Monchi. He decided to handle his business first before settling the score.
"Here for a bounty? Where's your proof of attacking the Avengers? Body parts or blood samples will do, but the price varies..." Walton arrived at the bounty point but quickly realized his phone was missing.
"Damn it! My phone!" He cursed and rushed out of the bar, tracking the direction Wade and Monchi had gone.
Meanwhile, Monchi handed the stolen phone to Wade, curiously asking, "So you'll really pay me a thousand bucks for this junk phone? What's on it? Your sexy videos?"
"I've already transferred the money. Don't worry about the rest. Just keep an eye on Walton; he's quite skilled," Wade said dismissively, knowing he'd make a fortune compared to what he paid Monchi.
Of course, Wade didn't have time to deal with Monchi now. He was eager to see the video's content and knew Walton would soon come after him. Wade had no intention of fighting him personally, knowing someone else would handle it.
"Don't worry about me; my abilities will keep me safe. You know that…" Monchi shrugged, gradually fading away and becoming less noticeable until he vanished.
"Hmm? Gone? What's going on? Wait! That thief? Hmph! Let's see how Deadpool escapes!" Walton noticed Monchi's disappearance but continued tracking Wade.
"Let's see what's so interesting…" Wade contacted Tony Stark while checking Walton's phone. Soon, he found the video of Venom devouring the old lady.
"Tsk, tsk, tsk, still as violent as ever. This is the Venom I know! I wonder how Little Peter is doing under Venom's influence…" Wade watched intently, even replaying it a few times before deleting the original and physically destroying the phone, ensuring Walton couldn't retrieve the video.
Wade knew releasing the video would seriously impact Peter Parker and the Avengers, but he had no intention of blackmailing them. He just wanted to keep it for personal enjoyment.
If possible, Wade wanted to talk to Venom, curious about its development in this world.
"You found and destroyed it already? So fast? And Walton is still chasing Wade? Who should go…" Tony Stark was surprised by Wade's rapid progress. He hadn't expected Wade to act so quickly.
Tony hadn't decided who to send yet, considering Walton seemed formidable. Otherwise, Wade would handle it himself and ask for a raise.
"I'll go. The quicker we resolve this, the better." The Martian Manhunter stepped forward, nodded at Tony, and disappeared before Tony could see how he left.
"Speed, strength, defense, destructive power, reaction time, willpower..." Tony mumbled, understanding what the Martian Manhunter implied.
"Deadpool! Stop right there! Hand over my phone! It's not something you should mess with!" Walton's powers enveloped Wade, forcing him to stop.
"Walton? What's the matter? All I did was fart at you, and you chased me this far?" Wade asked, annoyed.
"No one else is here! Stop with the jokes! If you don't return my phone, I won't be polite!" Walton controlled the darkness around them, glaring at Wade.
"How impolite? Are you going to kill me or sleep with me?" Wade asked hesitantly, shrinking back.
"Buzz!" Walton's powers moved, binding Wade's arms and immobilizing him. Dark energy formed spears, probing Wade's body.
"No! Oh no! You really are going to sleep with me…" Wade's bizarre cries filled the air as Walton searched him, but couldn't find the phone.
"Where's my phone?!" Walton, frustrated, wanted to kill Wade but needed his phone back first.
"What phone? I have no idea. You took my phone! I'll call the cops for robbery and harassment!" Wade grumbled.
"You won't cry until you see the coffin!" Walton's eyes flashed coldly. He was already annoyed with Wade and decided to vent his frustration.
"Pfft!" Spears pierced Wade's limbs, twisting in his wounds.
"Ow! It hurts! So painful! I'm dying... Ah, I'm dead!" Wade wailed, then fainted.
"Damn it! What did you do?" Walton demanded, realizing his powers and body were suddenly immobilized.
"Huh? I'm dead! Why call me? You'll cause a retake! Unprofessional!" Wade complained, opening his eyes.
"Is this him? The video's taken care of?" The Martian Manhunter appeared, separating them and shattering the spears. Seeing Wade's bleeding but healing wounds, he relaxed.
"Yes, that's him. You can read his mind, right? Just don't read mine; you'll go mad…" Wade laughed, "Didn't expect you to join the Avengers. How many are left on the dark side? This world really is our playground!"
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