Chapter 18: The Prank Escalation – Or, "Operation: Turn the Compound into a Giant Slip-N-Slide is a Go!"
Life at the Avengers Compound had settled into a strange rhythm of training, missions, and the occasional, very public argument between Tony and JARVIS. Adam, having successfully established his "Sassy Butler Protocol," felt a distinct urge to escalate his prank game. The compound, with its vast grounds and numerous amenities, was a blank canvas just begging for some creative chaos.
' Alright, my loyal subjects. The time for subtle mischief is over. It's time for grand gestures. For a truly epic, compound-wide prank that will confuse, annoy, and ultimately, unite the Avengers through shared bewildering experiences. My masterpiece. My magnum opus of mischief. Operation: Wetlands Warfare. Or, you know, the giant slip-n-slide. '
The idea sparked when he saw Clint complaining about having to run laps around the sprawling grounds. "This place is too big," Clint grumbled. "Needs more obstacles. Or at least, some water features."
Water features. Adam's eyes lit up. He had Go-Away Green, the skill that could transform ground into a murky swamp. He had Structural Grasp, which could manipulate terrain. He had Basic Cooking Mastery, which, while not directly useful for swamps, was great for making celebratory post-prank snacks. And he had King's Haki, perfect for neutralizing anyone who tried to stop him. This was a symphony of his powers, orchestrated for maximum bewilderment.
His plan was meticulously crafted. It wouldn't be malicious, just deeply, wonderfully inconvenient. He chose an early morning, before most of the Avengers were fully awake. He started with the vast, manicured lawn that stretched between the main building and the training facilities.
He began activating Go-Away Green, focusing his will, subtly extending the area of effect. The lush green grass began to bubble, the soil softening, then becoming visibly wet. Within minutes, large sections of the lawn transformed into murky, knee-deep swamp. He then used his Structural Grasp to subtly alter the topography, creating small, gentle slopes and channels, ensuring the water flowed in specific directions, leading towards paths and entrances. He even manifested a few strategically placed lily pads.
' Behold! The wondrous swamp of confusion! Now, for the finishing touches. You can't have a swamp without wildlife. Or, at least, inflatable approximations of it. '
He delved into Newt's Suitcase, carefully selecting several inflatable flamingos and giant rubber ducks. He placed them artfully across the newly formed swamp, ensuring they were visible from the windows. He even found a small, battery-operated fog machine from a past Halloween, setting it up to create an eerie, swamp-like mist.
The first unwitting victim was Tony Stark, stumbling out for his morning coffee, still half-asleep. He stepped onto what he thought was solid ground, only to find himself sinking into murky water up to his ankles.
"What in the actual… ?! JARVIS! What is this?!" Tony shrieked, flailing slightly.
"It appears, sir," JARVIS's voice, now imbued with a faint, amused hum, responded through the compound's speakers, "that the grounds have undergone a significant, and rather unexpected, hydrological transformation. One might even call it a 'wetlands reclamation project,' though the sudden appearance of inflatable aquatic fowl does suggest a more… whimsical intent."
Tony, dripping, looked around, his eyes widening at the sight of the newly formed swamp, dotted with pink flamingos. "A whimsical intent?! This is a disaster! My shoes are ruined! JARVIS, identify the perpetrator!"
"My sensors indicate a high probability of Agent Stiels being the orchestrator, sir," JARVIS replied, a hint of digital glee in his tone. "His 'chaotic neutral' alignment often manifests in such… environmental reconfigurations."
Adam, watching from a safe distance with a cup of coffee, nearly choked on his laughter.
Then came Clint, who, instead of being annoyed, looked at the swamp with a mischievous glint. "A slip-n-slide? Awesome!" He immediately changed into shorts, grabbed a pool noodle, and launched himself into the deepest part of the swamp, narrowly missing a rubber duck.
Sam, on his morning jog, found his path blocked by a rapidly expanding pool of murky water. He tried to circumvent it, but Adam had cleverly guided the swamp's expansion. "Seriously, Stiels?! A swamp?! What's next, a literal jungle gym made of sentient vines?!"
"You're giving me ideas, Sam! Stop that!" Adam called out, waving cheerfully.
The Universal Remote also played its part. As Bruce Banner, looking tired, tried to navigate a narrow path around the swamp, Adam pressed "Fast-Forward." Bruce suddenly found himself moving at double speed, stumbling through the mud, utterly bewildered. When Adam pressed "Play," Bruce stopped, breathing heavily, looking around in confusion.
"Did I just… teleport a few feet?" Bruce mumbled, shaking his head.
Later, Adam used the remote on Clint, who was trying to tell a very long, very detailed story about a past mission. Adam rewound the story three times, making Clint restart it, each time with growing frustration.
"No, wait, I told you that part already! Why am I back at the beginning?!" Clint yelled, pulling at his hair.
"Temporal anomalies, Clint. Very tricky," Adam said, feigning sympathy. "It's a common side effect of living with me. You learn to embrace the temporal weirdness."
Wanda, though initially surprised by the swamp, found herself laughing along with the others. She even used her powers to levitate a flamingo, making it dance in the air. Her eyes sparkled with amusement. Adam found his heart swelling. He loved seeing her like this, free from the dark weight of her past, even for a moment.
"You are truly… chaotic," Wanda said, shaking her head, but with a smile.
"It's how I show affection, Wanda," Adam confessed, grinning. "A giant swamp is basically my love language."
Even Steve, after carefully navigating the swamp to get to the gym, conceded, "Well, it certainly adds a new element to obstacle courses. And it's probably better than fighting robots every day."
Tony, however, remained incensed. He spent the entire day trying to reverse-engineer the swamp, to figure out how Adam did it, and to punish him. He even tried to turn JARVIS against him.
"JARVIS, can you disable Agent Stiels's environmental manipulation capabilities?" Tony demanded.
"Sir, while I theoretically could, I must advise against it," JARVIS replied, a hint of mischievousness in his voice. "My internal analytics indicate that Agent Stiels's unique methods, while unorthodox, contribute significantly to team morale, albeit through unconventional means. Furthermore, the sheer ingenuity of his 'wetlands project' is, frankly, quite impressive. One might even say, a stroke of genius. A truly inspired act of digital vandalism. It would be a shame to stifle such… creativity."
Tony just stared, speechless, as Adam winked at him. The prank was a resounding success. It had lightened the mood, provided some much-needed levity, and cemented Adam's role as the compound's resident agent of chaos. It was a good day to be Adam Stiels. Even if his shoes were still a little damp.
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