Chapter 96: Polaris Favorability 90!
Steve wasn't idle either; he installed a USB drive in the office to allow Edith to hack into the Base's system.
A Base that imprisons Mutants, if it claimed to have no secrets, even the Hulk wouldn't believe it!
Hulk: You make me sound like I have a low IQ!
Disguised as Hendry, with a secretary and a bodyguard, he left the Base openly in a vehicle.
Even the inspections were perfunctory, or rather, they didn't dare to question him closely.
"Master, the data transfer is complete."
"Activate the bombs."
Steve gave the order from the back seat, simultaneously sending out a message.
"First Airborne, deploy!"
Joseph, who had been waiting outside for a long time, received the information and immediately put on his Green Goblin mask.
He gestured to the three Super Soldiers behind him.
"Action!"
Boom!
The perimeter of the Base was hit by high-explosive bombs, and a huge explosion also occurred in the central office building, destroying an entire floor!
"Enemy attack!"
Bang!
As soon as the Sentinel finished speaking, his head was blown off by a single shot; he had no idea he was facing Super Soldiers!
The four split up, unleashing all restraints and wreaking havoc.
A casual punch could send a U.S. soldier flying five or six meters, crashing into an armored vehicle, directly breaking their spine!
There was no restraint whatsoever!
Their mission was simple: kill!
Cause as much destruction as possible, slaughter half the Base's personnel, and release the imprisoned test subjects to muddy the Water!
And leave behind a Ten Rings Gang token to pin the blame on the Ten Rings Gang.
As for impersonating the Green Goblin and still framing the Ten Rings Gang, it was purely to confuse intelligence.
Whether the U.S. Military searched for the Green Goblin or the Ten Rings Gang sought revenge, neither would lead to Captain America.
No matter how far the distance, Steve's aura could still affect the four Super Soldiers, making the already nearly invincible four an even more one-sided Carnage.
The vehicle drove a long distance, the three got out, changed clothes, and set off again.
They pushed the vehicle into the river to eliminate all evidence; by the time the Military found the vehicle, it would probably be a very long time.
--
An hour later, at the Knight Billiards Hall.
Magneto hadn't even had a chance to catch his breath after sitting down when he heard Polaris's question.
"Do you know Antibelle?"
Hearing that name, Magneto fell silent, and after a long while, he finally spoke.
"Is she doing well?"
"She died five years ago, I'm her daughter!"
As soon as Polaris finished speaking, Magneto suddenly looked up, and an unintentional sadness and anger spread through his magnetic field.
Bang!
Several billiard tables were directly crushed, and all the metal was squeezed out of shape!
"I'm sorry."
Magneto had many things he wanted to say, but only three words came out.
"So you're my father?"
Polaris is brave in love and hate; she just came to confirm whether Magneto was her father. Even if he wasn't, rescuing him would still be a favor.
"Yes, but I don't deserve to be your father."
Magneto lowered his head; a man, when heartbroken, will also shed tears.
He had many beloved women, but none had a good end, and he also failed to fulfill his responsibility to raise his children, so he didn't deserve to be a father!
"Waaah!"
Polaris covered her small mouth, her eyes red. Meeting her father after many years of separation should have been an exciting and surprising event.
But she felt lost; what difference did it make to know? She and Magneto had no father-daughter affection.
Steve took the opportunity to pull her close, letting her lean on his shoulder and cry, one hand patting her back.
Magneto, who had been very sad, saw this scene and his eyelids twitched, looking at Steve with some displeasure.
A father-in-law looking at his son-in-law often finds him increasingly displeasing!
"Are you Captain America?"
"Just call me Steve."
So it really was the famous Captain America. A person's name casts a Shadow; Magneto's expression softened considerably.
"What's your relationship with my daughter?"
"I'm pursuing her, and she works for me. By the way, how were you captured? Why did they capture you?"
Steve was quite curious; he could only tell that Magneto's attitude towards him was friendly, with a green name and a health bar.
If he were an enemy, his name should be red.
This way of distinguishing enemies from friends was simple and effortless!
Magneto got up to grab a bottle of wine, and a nearby iron bucket automatically flew up, scooping a handful of ice from the automatically opening freezer.
"I was betrayed, there's nothing good to talk about. The Military is capturing Mutants for experiments; I've been secretly fighting them."
This statement revealed a piece of information: Old Magneto currently had no good feelings towards ordinary people, and after witnessing his compatriots being used as test subjects, his resentment deepened even further.
The experiments here were not as simple as drawing blood and observing, but involved slicing and studying, then reassembling, which was extremely bloody and cruel.
If one saw the video, they would definitely throw up their last meal!
"What are your plans next?"
Steve certainly wouldn't let Polaris go; he wanted her to be his secretary—a secretary for work, and for other things when there was no work...
"I have to deal with an enemy first."
Magneto didn't elaborate, but there was an unwashed tattoo on his arm.
Steve recognized it: it was a Nazi concentration camp prisoner mark!
But Magneto wasn't that old, in fact, he was only around forty, so how could he have a prisoner mark?
"This is my business card; if you need anything, you can call me. You don't need to worry about Lorna, I'll take good care of her.
No one dares to snatch someone from my side, not even the Military."
Steve looked at Polaris, who had stopped crying. Her red eyes had lost their usual confidence and defiance, leaving only a pitiful vulnerability.
Magneto took the business card, hesitated for a moment, then put it away.
"Can I talk to her alone?"
Steve didn't answer, but looked at Polaris.
"You can."
"Then I'll head back first, you two take your time. Lorna, when you've recovered, contact me when you have time, and I'll make arrangements for you."
Steve didn't want to stay long; even if he stayed, he couldn't have an in-depth conversation with Polaris, so he might as well go home.
"Thank you, Steve."
Polaris got up and kissed Captain America goodbye. She didn't know how to thank him.
When she needed help the most, Captain Americastepped forward, and when she was lost, Captain America gave her confidence.
[Polaris's favorability towards you has reached 90. A simple candlelight dinner will win her over. This is not a dangerous period!]
Seeing the message, Steve was speechless, but it also made things easier for him.
If he didn't want children in the future, he could use this method to avoid it.
--
"Mission complete, combat suit reward and warehouse have been issued."
The combat suit transmitted by the system was based on the gray-black design from Avengers 3, without the Avengers label or the star emblem.
The entire suit was designed with a flowing texture and incorporated unknown materials.
More importantly, it featured one-touch changing!
With just a thought, he could instantly replace the clothes he was wearing.
As for surprises...
It seemed to include socks and shoes!
Well, that certainly was a surprise!
Chapter 97: The Beauty Contest between the White Emperor and the Black Widow
Captain America Suit: Can withstand assault rifle and ion cannon attacks, and has heating, insulation, diving, waterproofing, and fireproofing functions.
It will be damaged after repeatedly enduring attacks that exceed its defensive limit, but can be repaired after a twenty-four hour cooldown.
It can be upgraded through missions, with subsequent missions triggered by slacking off at work.
This time, it's really not that he doesn't work, it's the System that wants him to slack off!
Steve tried it out, sweeping it with an assault rifle provided by S.H.I.E.L.D. for ten minutes, and it was still as good as new, without even a scratch.
However, if it were a Gatling gun, it would be damaged after ten seconds!
Ten seconds was enough time for him to react, and this was just the initial version, with potential for future upgrades, making it a very promising type.
Even the basic version of the Suit was more than enough for him.
--
The next day, it was lunchtime.
A movie trailer was released, simultaneously broadcast on multiple TV stations, including Horn Daily.
Accompanied by a low, melancholic melody.
A skinny man sat on a crate in a Military camp; it was clearly Captain America Steve!
"Why me?"
The Dr. in glasses, sitting opposite Captain America, had a gentle expression and a smile on his face.
"Because the strong are born with power and can lose respect for it, but the weak understand the value of power.
And… they know compassion!"
After a second of silence, Captain America lowered his head in thought.
"That's why you were chosen! Don't be a perfect soldier, but rather—"
The Dr. pointed at Captain America's heart, "—be a good man!"
Next were flashbacks of Steve's training, being bullied and troubled by other soldiers.
But when the Colonel and the Dr. argued, to test whether Steve possessed integrity, kindness, and the willingness to sacrifice for others—
A grenade with its pin pulled was thrown into the soldiers' formation during training.
"Grenade!"
Everyone else scattered, but Steve alone rushed forward, covering the grenade with his body.
"Run, run!"
This scene was incredibly moving, immediately inspiring a sense of admiration for Captain America.
Beside him, Peggy, played by Sharon, looked at Captain America with a complex gaze of relief, shock, and affection.
The trailer ended abruptly.
Less than an hour after its release, this trailer had already climbed to the top spot on movie websites!
Countless people watched it, exclaiming how thrilling it was, even discussing the upcoming movie "Captain America" during work.
Osborn Corporation building.
"Hey, Maru, have you seen the Captain America trailer?"
"Of course, it was incredibly cool! Captain America is truly brave, actually using his body to shield a grenade."
"Yeah, and I even found an Easter egg!"
The manager, who was passing by, heard them discussing and was about to reprimand them, but after hearing about the Easter egg, he subconsciously perked up his ears.
"What Easter egg?"
"The Easter egg is that Peggy's actress is actually Captain America's girlfriend!"
"No way, really?"
The manager couldn't sit still; this gossip was too explosive!
"Definitely, and this was personally involved in by Captain America."
"Aren't you stating the obvious? The lead actor would definitely be Captain America!"
Norman, passing by on his way to work, also heard his employees discussing the new movie's plot.
Not just his company, but the efficiency of companies across the United States had declined today.
Employees were all bragging and gossiping, discussing the trailer's content.
Unlike other commercial blockbusters, this was personally involved in by Captain America, essentially a personal biography!
How could it be fake?
As an idol in the hearts of the entire nation, even a belief, who wouldn't like the righteous, brave, handsome, and charming Captain America?
A walking hormone, which woman wouldn't be smitten?
Everyone was happy, but the Military wasn't, nor was Green Goblin.
Last night, Base 1 was attacked, with over half casualties, and even the Commander was killed by Terrorists!
This was no different from a major earthquake!
The U.S. Military had only ever caused trouble overseas; the homeland had never suffered such a large-scale attack!
If the culprit wasn't identified, and the responsible force and how they did it weren't found—
Would there be a second and third Military Basebombed in the future?
The FBI, CIA, and S.H.I.E.L.D. all went to a meeting; Military high-ranking officials and the Senate Deandemanded they immediately investigate and solve the case in the shortest possible time!
The first thing was to issue a warrant for Green Goblin; the surveillance footage remaining at the scene showed Green Goblin leading people to attack the Base.
As for why they attacked, that didn't matter for now; first, they needed to arrest the person!
Norman couldn't for the life of him figure out who was framing him, to the point where Green Goblin didn't dare to show his face.
He might be evil, but he wasn't stupid.
Now was the eye of the storm; daring to commit a crime against the tide would not only mean rotting in prison but also being sliced up for research!
"Fuck you! Don't let me find out who it is! Otherwise, I'll tear you to shreds!"
The Green Goblin persona emerged, furiously snapping the solid wood office desk in half!
Sitting at home, with trouble falling from the sky!
How could it be described as merely unlucky?
He could only blame himself for provoking Steve; who told him to try and assassinate Betty?
And he didn't even consider whose woman Betty was?
Keeping Green Goblin as a scapegoat, to facilitate future misdeeds, was a hundred times more cruel than directly killing him.
Steve's phone was also blown up, with calls from Tony, and also from Betty, Karen, and others.
He returned calls to the women one by one, mostly wanting to know when the movie would be released, if he was free tonight, and that they had prepared maid outfits, flight attendant outfits, stockings, and high heels!
If he didn't hand over hundreds of millions in export savings, he shouldn't even think about leaving!
"Tony, how did you know my personal movie is receiving rave reviews?"
Tony was currently preparing to host a party; hearing this, he was full of questions.
Who cared about his movie?
Crazy!
He got to show off again! Why was he so smug?
"I don't care about your movie; I'm asking if you're coming to the pool party tonight?
I've found a lot of beautiful and young bikini beauties; they're all my fans!"
Tony emphasized the fact that they were his fans, which was also a counter-attack to the explosive popularity of Steve's personal movie.
"Okay, I have something to give you. Congress has been pressuring you, right? Do you need help?"
Steve knew the Military and Congress had always wanted the Iron Man Suit technology, but Tonywouldn't give it to them!
Weaponizing the Iron Man Suit, giving it a weapon's name, would give them a reason to take over the Suit.
A cool and flying Zhenren (Immortal) mech, who wouldn't want one to have a blast? This was much more exciting than going to a club for a massage!
"Hmph, I don't care about those bastards. That's it, eight o'clock tonight, see you at the seaside Villa."
Tony spoke with disdain, but after ending the call, he still smiled.
"Mr. is very happy to have found a close friend."
Jarvis's voice sounded appropriately; he could even chat with people normally, making him the most human-like artificial intelligence currently!
"Hmph, he's not my close friend, just an old antique!"
The tsundere Tony refused to admit it; he was always like this.
He was too embarrassed to admit it, but deep down, he already considered Steve his most trusted friend.
Can't let that Bucky off the hook! I'll punish him by having him beat that old bastard Stern black and blue!
--
Arriving at S.H.I.E.L.D., and with the data left by Howard, Steve's purpose at the party this time, besides slacking off and enjoying himself, was also to help Tony.
The more Superheroes, the better; the more heroes, the easier it is to slack off!
As for the cooperation he had reached with Valentina, that could be put aside for now; he wasn't in a hurry, others were.
Before leaving, Sharon also told him good news: she was also pregnant!
No statistics, just effort and sweat.
Getting up at dawn every day, working hard, and finally getting what he wished for!
Next was to rest well and take care of the pregnancy.
He dragged his feet until evening; the party had already started when Steve slowly walked over.
Seaside Villa.
This was originally the most confidential place, with a private laboratory below, also storing many Iron Man Suits.
But Tony actually wanted to host a bikini party here; wasn't he worried about someone stealing secrets?
Steve entered very discreetly; with the dim lighting, rotating neon lights on the ceiling, and DJ music, men and women were all twisting and indulging on the dance floor, completely unaware of him.
A somewhat chubby Rhodes took a chilled beer from an ice bucket and handed it over; he was also at the party today, watching the tall, blonde, foreign women sweating it out on the dance floor.
Indeed, men's tastes are consistent: blonde, big breasts, and wavy hair!
Steve pried off the bottle cap with his bare hands and clinked bottles with Rhodes.
"You think if you wore the Mark II with your physique, you wouldn't be able to fit?"
Rhodes: ???
"I'm not fat at all, okay? I exercise every day!
Only my face is a bit chubby; where am I fat?!
Tony has been acting very strangely lately; I'm a bit worried he might go to extremes.
And Congress has re-filed a lawsuit, saying Tony's technology has been leaked and will pose a national security threat."
This was true; previously, the HYDRA sleeper Agentsenator had held hearings against both Captain America and Tony, but without effect.
Now, seeing no hope with Captain America, they still wanted to extract his blood to replicate the Super Soldier Serum.
Additionally, Captain America's identity was sensitive; he was a lone wolf, making it hard to find a way to threaten him.
What? You mean his girlfriend Hill?
Threatening an Agent Secretary-General, wasn't that asking for death?!
Tony was different; first, he was a businessman. To control him, they could start by targeting Stark Industries.
Manufacturing high-tech equipment required massive financial support; cutting off funding sources could effectively control Tony.
This kind of restriction had already begun; Pepper had also mentioned it.
Just then, Tony made his entrance!
But it was rather exaggerated; he appeared in a cool red and gold Suit.
He picked up a bottle of wine and even went to a few bikini-clad beauties.
"Tonight's bill is on me; everyone, have fun!"
With that, Tony winked at Steve and Rhodes.
Seeing this, Rhodes seemed very angry; he was so worried about Tony, and because of the Iron Man Suit, he was also under a lot of pressure.
Wearing a high-tech Suit, and he was using it to pick up girls at a party!
Did he not know how serious the consequences would be if this technology fell into the hands of Terrorists?
Steve had retreated to the side at some point, holding a beer and watching the show.
Information prompt: A good show is about to begin!
[Rhodes is very angry now; he plans to steal the Mark II Iron Man Suit to prevent Tony from using the Iron Man Suit and deepening his palladium poisoning!]
There were various reasons: pressure from the Militaryand Congress, concern for his friend's impending death from palladium poisoning, and anger at Tony's current indulgence and lack of self-control.
Seeing Rhodes turn and head downstairs to the laboratory, Steve became even more excited, ready for some gossip!
"Ding, mission triggered: Incite a fight between War Machine and Iron Man.
Please make them fight, help Rhodes familiarize himself with Iron Man Suit combat, and intervene yourself if necessary.
Reward: Vehicle upgrade."
Huh? That works too?
Besides the bikini-clad beauties, there were also many guests in the Villa, all businessmen and executives who cooperated with Stark Industries.
Those dressed lightly were all high-class escorts!
And the women in evening gowns were socialites, including daughters of family conglomerates and politicians.
Just then, a fragrant breeze wafted over, and a pretty, sexy woman leaned close.
"Captain America, it's been a long time since I've seen you; are you very busy lately?"
"Natasha, seeing you here truly surprises me!"
Steve saw the suddenly appearing Black Widow; he had heard she was on a mission, so he didn't expect her to be here?
"I'm always free; are you asking me out?"
Black Widow was always good at flirting with men; her charming and playful demeanor, coupled with a shy and coquettish expression, would make anyone's heart race.
"Let's have dinner together sometime."
Steve didn't want to get too involved with Black Widow; it wasn't that he didn't like her, but he had more important things to do right now.
Looking up, after activating the health bar template, a third of the entire banquet hall actually had red names indicating hostility towards him!
This was interesting!
[Lake: House Representative, Gorgon faction, very displeased with you.]
[Braun: CIA Agent, Hill admirer, wishes he could shoot you dead.]
[Phineas: One of the Project X Person in charge, wants to draw your blood to create Super Soldiers.]
At a glance, some even smiled and raised their glasses to him, but he never expected that deep down, they were thinking about how to deal with him!
These people were truly wolves in sheep's clothing; a mandatory course for politicians, right?
"Is it just a simple dinner with me?"
Black Widow continued to tempt him; if she was serious, perhaps this was just one of her disguises.
She seemed to get along with everyone, but if you really tried to take advantage of her, you'd find her slippery!
"Long time no see, Steve."
White Queen walked over with a cat-like stride, swaying her slender waist, high heels clacking, her ankles fair with a rosy blush.
Their wine glass clinked against his bottle.
"Miss Emma, I didn't expect you to be here too; are you here for business?"
Steve was a little curious; was she with Black King Shaw now, or had she not yet met him?
[White Queen Emma, your favorability towards her is 60; she is cooperating with Danica to scheme against you. Beware of her honey trap.]
Huh?
Honey trap!
If it came to that, Steve wouldn't be sleepy anymore!
He wished his enemies would use honey traps on him; he'd take as much as he could get!
"No."
White Queen shook her head, her eyes looking at Captain America with interest; she couldn't detect his thoughts, which piqued her curiosity.
She had grown her company from hundreds of millions to nearly ten billion by relying on mind control and thought reading.
She knew her competitors' thoughts and set traps accordingly, which was almost always successful in business.
Unlike Professor X Charles, one was a saint, rarely using mutant abilities for profit, at most for flirting.
The other was a heroine, believing that if you had the ability, you should use it to benefit yourself!
"I heard you would be here, so I came. Do you have time now? I'd like to talk to you and get to know you better."
This sounded good; a beauty inviting him out at night, the hint couldn't be more obvious!
Any normal man would fall for it, unable to resist even a little!
The little head started controlling the big head!
But Steve shook his head and casually opened another bottle of beer.
"No time, I'm here to watch the show!"
Chapter 98 The Temptation from Black Widow
Eating melon?
White Queen looked in that direction, only to see Iron Man high-fiving the DJ with a bottle of wine.
He seemed to have had too much to drink, swaying a few steps to the side before finally plopping down on the ground.
It was somewhat comical, even while wearing the Iron Man Suit.
Logically, Pepper should also be present, but she went to find Nissa.
The two parties have many business opportunities to collaborate on, as well as the promotion and release of the Captain America movie, so she didn't have time for a boring party.
If Steve happened to be staying overnight at Nissa's, perhaps Pepper could even help share the 'Fire' and catch some pregnancy luck!
Iron Man stood up at this moment, picked up the microphone, paused for a long time, as if waiting for his mind to clear.
"People often ask me, how do you go to the restroom while wearing this Suit? So, you just saw!"
Hahaha!
The ladies and guests below were all cheering and applauding wildly, hyping Tony up.
"Tony, the party needs to end! You know, I just vouched for you!"
Rhodes had already changed into his combat suit, his expression was very serious, and he was no longer giving him face.
Tony was a bit embarrassed; he just wanted to have a good time.
"Alright, Rhodes, I'll listen to you!"
This made Rhodes breathe a sigh of relief; he really couldn't resist grabbing an Iron Man Suit just now.
The Mark II had already been modified by Tony, tailored to his physique; it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say it was custom-made.
Unless absolutely necessary, he didn't want to fall out with Tony. The external pressure was too great right now, and he didn't want to see his friend continue to spiral.
Tony's expression was not good; he was in a very bad mood.
The palladium poisoning problem remained unresolved, and the issue of Whiplash replicating the Arc Reactorhad resurfaced.
Internal company pressure, the fear that his superhero title would also be affected if he lost the Iron Man Suit.
So he decided to indulge himself!
There was also one point he didn't want to admit: the release of the Captain America movie trailer.
Everywhere, there were discussions hyping up Captain America, with people repeatedly scrutinizing the trailer for details and Easter eggs.
This fanatical adoration made him very jealous.
Tony Stark is not inferior to anyone!
"That's right, this party should have ended an hour and a half ago!"
"Ah, no!"
"Ugh, I haven't had enough fun yet!"
No one wanted to leave; they were discussing things, talking business, exchanging experiences in the restroom!
Hearing the disappointed boos from the crowd, a hint of slyness flashed across Tony's drunken face.
"So the after-party starts in fifteen minutes!"
"Oh yeah! Awesome!"
"Tony, I love you!"
Seeing Tony's incorrigible nature, Rhodes was almost fuming!
He had to stop this crazy behavior immediately! What time was it? He was still acting foolish here, didn't he know the situation was very serious!
White Queen's expression was thoughtful; she subtly tucked a golden lock of hair behind her ear, deliberately displaying her charm.
"Captain, is this the 'good show' you mentioned?"
"How about we make a bet?"
Steve looked at the White Queen, who was deliberately seducing him. Unfortunately, the information prompt didn't reveal her intentions; he could only see that she wasn't in a dangerous period.
This doesn't seem very useful!
If White Queen didn't mean it, she would just need to turn to 'Diamond' during the act!
Men would easily become eunuchs.
"Bet on what?"
Is she trying to take advantage of him? Bet on a date? Bet on a kiss? Or a night of passion?
Unexpectedly, Steve pulled out ten dollars.
"Let's bet ten dollars! If they fight, I win. If they don't, you win."
"Hehe, interesting, I'll bet with you."
White Queen's impression of Steve improved quite a bit. To call him old-fashioned, he was quite flirtatious.
To call him flirtatious, he wasn't the type to turn into a Teddy bear at the sight of a woman.
Handsome, humorous, and with a curiosity that made women want to explore his secrets.
He truly was a beauty killer!
"Captain, count me in?"
Natasha also found it interesting. She had a secret mission: to monitor Captain America.
This was an order from Fury, and though strange, she accepted it.
No one could resist Black Widow's charm. Who wouldn't want to conquer such a captivating, foxy woman, with every glance and smile full of allure?
"Okay."
No sooner had he finished speaking than Iron Manstarted again.
"If anyone doesn't like it, the door is over there!"
As he spoke, he accidentally activated his repulsor ray, shattering a decorative glass panel with a waterfall design!
Ow!
The women screamed, still applauding, still reveling.
Rhodes's face was ashen with anger; he was truly fed up!
He had worried so much about Tony, but this guy was simply throwing in the towel now!
Didn't he know that Whiplash had beaten him like a dog in Morocco, and he only won because of the Suit's durability!
If Whiplash had had equal resources, what would the outcome have been?
Tony would surely have died!
"Cool, right! Come on, where are the screams! Where's the applause! Tonight, I'm going to pick a lucky person to discuss how to cure insomnia!"
Tony burst into laughter, wearing the Iron Man Suit, with his face mask open, revealing his drunken, manic expression.
A woman threw a wine glass into the air, and Tonyshattered it with a repulsor ray.
Another round of screams!
"Keep going! Throw one!"
Bang!
Shattered again with a repulsor ray!
The atmosphere on site grew increasingly frenzied, and this scene infuriated Rhodes!
"This is for your own good, you bastard!"
Rhodes turned and went down to the laboratory; he had to put on the Mark II armor to give the Military an explanation and to make Tony sober up properly.
The armor was better in his hands than in Tony's; at least the technology wouldn't be deciphered, and he could stall and cope.
In the Villa's main hall, the game of shooting wine glasses, watermelons, and oranges with repulsor rays was still ongoing.
Steve noticed that many people were eyeing the laboratory entrance, but getting in wouldn't be easy.
Iron Man was drunk, but Jarvis was wide awake; this artificial intelligence was the most loyal butler.
If an unauthorized person was detected attempting to enter.
If they were lucky, it would be a tranquilizer dart; if not, it would be bullets. So there was no real worry about theft.
"Looks like you've lost, Captain."
White Queen downed her cocktail, a trickle of liquid running down her snow-white neck, indescribably alluring!
Natasha raised an eyebrow. What a vixen! Had she met her match?
"I wouldn't be so sure; the real show has just begun!"
Before Steve could reply, Natasha took the initiative. She wouldn't let the vixen in front of her steal her thunder.
Leaning forward, her captivating eyes fixed on Steve, from his angle, he had a perfect view of a surging cleavage!
"Hmm, yes, very 'White'!"
Steve glanced, realized he had said the wrong thing, and immediately picked up a wine bottle to cover his embarrassment.
This scene made Natasha giggle behind her hand. What a pure Captain!
He really was charming; no wonder Hill, that cold beauty, moved in with Captain not long after meeting him.
They say Captain lasts two hours?
If she had the chance, she wouldn't mind finding out for herself!
Chapter 99 White Queen: This is Captain Fury!
White Queen picked up her wine glass to hide a disdainful smile; she only needed a glance to know Natasha's thoughts.
I didn't expect her to be a S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent! Interesting!
"Hehe, let me spice things up for you!"
Just as White Queen was about to use her mental powers to control Natasha, she let out a surprised 'hmm,' realizing that Black Widow was immune to her control!
It seemed that long-term use of certain drugs, combined with brutal training, had made her immune to mental control!
At least, her current abilities weren't enough to control Black Widow.
White Queen's eyes darted, and she quickly changed her approach. If she couldn't control her, she'd give her some hallucinations!
Suddenly, the Captain America in front of Black Widowsmiled at her, then pulled her into a hug, bringing them close, their eyes meeting.
"Do you like me? Hill said I'm very capable, want to exchange some pointers?"
"Captain, I'm not that kind of person!"
Natasha was a little alarmed. While she had a good impression of Captain America, if he truly thought of her as a casual hookup, he was gravely mistaken!
At her Agent level, she no longer needed to use her body to complete missions.
"Being casual isn't human! Right!"
Steve didn't care and began to teach her a lesson with forceful methods.
"No, Captain, don't, slow down!"
In reality.
Steve looked at Natasha with a strange expression as she talked to herself, showing a seductive mix of resistance and invitation.
White Queen's lips curved into a charming smile, and she leaned closer, her perfume becoming more potent.
"Steve, is your friend drunk?"
"No, she seems to be in a hallucination. Did someone drug her drink? How despicable!"
Steve threw the wine bottle away, and Iron Man, seeing it, blasted the bottle with a repulsor ray.
White Queen's mouth twitched. Her original intention was to make Steve think Natasha was a loose woman, a bitch who only knew how to seduce men!
She didn't expect to be misunderstood!
Splash!
Steve grabbed a bucket of ice water and poured it over Natasha's head, startling her awake from the hallucination.
"Ah! What are you doing!"
Natasha was at a critical moment, almost hit by a Katyusha cannon, and being startled awake was truly a buzzkill!
"What am I doing? Did you black out or were you drugged?"
Steve pulled out his phone and played a video, which showed Natasha talking to herself and moving on her own.
Others who looked over were not surprised; some, unable to resist, had already gone to the restroom for the next step.
Natasha watched herself in the video, caught in a hallucination, and even her usually composed self couldn't help but blush.
"I, I'll go to the restroom to freshen up."
Damn it! Was it really a hallucination?
Gulp!
Natasha couldn't forget what happened in the hallucination. Was Captain really a big cannon?
Shaking her head, she cast away the jumbled thoughts. Natasha's expression turned serious. This wasn't right; she was an Agent, how could she not notice being drugged?
Something was fishy about this!
Her discomposure was just a cover. She mentally filtered everyone and quickly zeroed in on White Queen!
"That woman is strange!"
--
Just as White Queen was taking this opportunity to build a relationship with Steve, preparing to ask him for help, a repulsor ray shattered the rotating nightclub light on the ceiling.
Iron Man was also a bit surprised; he hadn't fired a shot, had he?
At that moment, Rhodes, wearing a brand new Mark IIIron Man Suit, strode into the Villa. The heavy footsteps of the armor echoed through the hall, each step like a drumbeat in the tense atmosphere.
"Everyone, leave!"
Everyone was stunned and didn't move.
Rhodes raised his arm and fired a repulsor ray, blasting another light bulb.
"Get out!"
"Ah!"
The women and guests screamed and ran, even those who wanted to stay and watch the drama were afraid of getting caught in the crossfire!
Only Steve and White Queen remained at the bar, watching the show, while Natasha rushed over, looking at the brand new War Machine with a surprised expression.
Someone actually put on Tony's Iron Man Suit?
In the chaos, someone pulled out a pistol, preparing to assassinate Steve.
Clang!
White Queen didn't even notice Steve's movement beside her; the shield had already bounced back.
The CIA Agent fell to the ground. If Steve hadn't held back his strength, the Agent would be experiencing Captain Carter's (Doctor Strange 2) full package right now.
"Steve, get out of the way, this doesn't concern you."
"Captain, move aside, I'm going to beat this scoundrel today!"
Steve walked over, picked up the Agent, and carried him towards the bar.
"Go on, don't be a coward! Don't hit the face, kick the groin, yes, hit the eyes!"
Both of them had black lines on their foreheads; you're egging them on too obviously!
Natasha looked at Captain America with a bewildered expression. This Captain seems a bit off!
How come when friends fight, not only do you not break it up, but you even egg them on?
With his righteous facade, even if she didn't understand, Natasha felt there must be some deeper meaning!
Training Rhodes to get familiar with the Iron Man Suit?
Or a mission from the Military?
In short, there must be a profound meaning!
Natasha had no idea that Steve was simply egging them on, with no deeper thoughts.
"You don't deserve to wear this suit, shut it down!"
Rhodes continued forward, his voice filled with anger.
"Jarvis, play me a song. I'm going to beat up my good friend."
Tony, however, turned his back to Rhodes, wanting to play a song, but found that the DJ had already run off.
"As you wish, sir."
With the music starting, a rhythmic and dynamic song played.
Rhodes moved in for a chokehold, while Tony took the opportunity to activate his flight function, thrusting back to push him away.
Boom!
After they crashed through the wall, Tony punched Rhodes, knocking him to the ground.
"Put that suit back where you got it; don't let anyone get hurt!"
Tony, having defeated his opponent, casually walked back, wanting to continue the party.
"You bastard, you betrayed my good intentions, you betrayed everyone!"
Before he finished speaking, Rhodes, without hesitation, charged forward, throwing a powerful straight punch at Tony.
Tony quickly sidestepped, easily dodging the blow, and at the same time, reached out to grab Rhodes' arm, trying to use the momentum to throw him.
Rhodes spun with the motion, his other hand immediately throwing a hook punch, aiming directly for Tony's head.
Tony quickly raised his arm to block, the metal collision emitting a deafening clang, sparks flying. The impact forced Tony back a few steps, knocking over an exquisite sculpture placed nearby.
"Do you know how dangerous your actions are right now?" Rhodes said, launching another attack, this time kicking at Tony.
"Yes! Just like that, the 'Son-Shattering Kick'!"
Steve excitedly demonstrated on the side, kicking the unconscious CIA Agent in the groin!
"Poke his eyes! Yes, choke him, hard!"
"You're annoying, Steve!"
Tony had just finished complaining when Rhodescaught him in a body slam.
The immense weight caused both of them to crash directly to the first floor, the sudden scare causing guests to scream and run!
Taking the wine glass from White Queen, Steve still felt a little unsatisfied.
"This is just fists; if they used particle cannons to blast each other, that would be truly exhilarating!"
"Wouldn't that destroy part of the Villa?"
White Queen was well aware of the power of particle cannons; she wasn't just a pretty face, but also had a Ph.D. in electronics and physics!
"If you don't destroy a few things, is that even a fight? That's playing house!"
This Captain, he seems very different!
She was becoming more and more interested!
Chapter 100 Iron Man, You Don't Want to Be Electrocuted by Me, Do You?
After a few minutes of fighting, Steve talked with White Queen for a few minutes, watching her laugh affectedly, which caused a tumultuous surge that couldn't be stopped.
Boom!
A violent explosion came from below, and Steve raised his shield to block in front of him.
The violent airwave was completely blocked by the shield, and the two women also took the opportunity to hide in Steve's arms. They exchanged glances, both seeing each other's unwillingness to give up.
Natasha had a mission to meet Steve; this was essentially a sanctioned seduction.
White Queen, on the other hand, had an unspeakable secret that required her to get close to Steve to accomplish.
Now it was a clash of titans!
Seeing Natasha dare to meet her gaze, White Queen's heart stirred, and she activated her mental illusion again.
But this time, Natasha was smarter. The ornament on her wrist released a current, using this method to jolt herself awake from the illusion.
"Sure enough, this woman is problematic!"
Natasha's expression was still smiling, but inwardly, she had placed White Queen on S.H.I.E.L.D.'s surveillance list!
All supernatural ability users need to be monitored to prevent them from acting irrationally or causing significant damage.
Steve released the two women and jumped down through the hole.
He immediately saw Tony lying by the fireplace, while Rhodes walked to the window.
"Done fighting?"
"Done fighting!"
Rhodes was a bit helpless. The collision of ion cannons just now caused a strong explosion, and the power made him feel his heart pound even inside the Iron Man Suit.
At the same time, he was also somewhat relieved that Tony, that bastard, really wanted to kill him!
"Alright, you go back and report first. I'll talk with Tonyfor a while."
Steve waved his hand. Since the fight was over, his mission should also be complete.
"Ding, mission complete. Vehicle upgrading, requires twenty-four hours."
Rhodes activated his Iron Man Suit and ascended, flying away ostentatiously under Tony's gaze, cutting a streak across the dark night sky like a meteor.
White Queen and Natasha came down the stairs and saw Steve pointing at Tony and laughing, as if at his disheveled state.
"Natasha, please see Emma out. Tony and I have something to discuss."
"Alright, Miss Emma, please."
Although Natasha was curious, since Captain had spoken, she would execute the order first.
White Queen was a bit annoyed. She stomped her foot, her high heel shattering the glass on the floor, and held up the business card in her hand.
"Steve, I'll call you."
"Goodbye!"
--
Underground Laboratory.
Tony looked at the videotape in front of him, which was what he had been playing at the Stark Expo all along, about his father's vision for the future.
The interesting thing was that he had never watched it!
His relationship with his father wasn't good, so he subconsciously rejected and avoided all information about his father, Howard.
"Why are you showing me this? Aren't we supposed to watch those movies about a man and a woman fighting?"
If Howard had heard Tony's words, who knows if he would have flipped over in his coffin and come back to talk to this unfilial son about what science is!
"Tsk, don't even think about it in your current state. If you're poisoned for much longer, you'll only be able to be a Zero and pick up soap later."
Steve sneered, handing over the blueprints and data.
"I imagine you've already tried replacing it with other elements, but what if there's a new isotope, a better substitute than palladium?"
This made Tony stand up immediately, his drunken eyes suddenly becoming clear.
"What did you say?"
"Inventing your own isotope is up to you, Mr. Stark. I have a second date, goodbye."
Steve waved his hand elegantly and left. He had to go find trouble with the CIA.
Daring to send people to assassinate him, this matter was not to be brushed aside! If he didn't take a bite out of them, wouldn't he be telling others that he was easy to bully!
Not long after Steve left, someone else also came up behind Tony.
"Hello, Mr. Stark, I'm Deputy Director Coulson of S.H.I.E.L.D. It's a pleasure to work with you."
Fanboy Coulson online!
But Tony was still watching the videotape and didn't want to greet him.
"I'm ordered to 'protect' you here until you develop what you need."
"Wait, were you sent by Steve?"
Tony had to ask clearly.
"No, Director Fury sent me. Captain doesn't have the authority to command me yet."
Coulson's words were true. He was previously an AgentLevel Eight, holding the title of Deputy Director, but he didn't have that kind of authority.
One Director and two Deputy Directors; usually, the Deputy Director referred to Hill.
Now that Hill had been promoted to Secretary-General, Coulson took over Hill's position, and his position was filled by Sharon on a part-time basis.
Now promoted to Agent Level Nine, Steve was only Level Seven, so he couldn't command him.
This was the normal situation.
But if his idol had a request, Coulson wouldn't mind doing something for his idol.
The thought of being able to cameo in his idol's personal legendary movie made him very excited and thrilled!
Tony breathed a sigh of relief. He was genuinely worried that after just acknowledging Steve as a good friend, the other party would immediately become all business.
While that wouldn't be wrong, it would hurt their feelings!
"Then I understand."
"No, you don't. The Director has authorized me to protect you and prevent you from leaving here at all costs.
If you try to leave or play tricks, I'll tase you.
Then go watch Tom and Jerry, letting you spit on the carpet.
Okay?"
Tony was a bit speechless. Although annoyed, he indeed needed a quiet place to conduct his research.
"Okay."
--
Meanwhile, at Hammer Industries' laboratory.
The vast area housed many airliners and planes, bright and clean.
Ivan, who had escaped from prison in Morocco, also disembarked from a plane, then was transported by van, finally arriving here.
Not far ahead was a dining table with food and red wine, attended by bodyguards standing at attention and chefs.
Ivan, still in his prison uniform, walked over and scrutinized the Caucasian man who was smiling at him, like a smiling tiger.
"Hey, this is my friend. How can you handcuff him like an animal? Release him quickly."
After the bodyguard unlocked the handcuffs, Ivanrotated his wrists. They had been cuffed for too long and hurt a bit.
"Hello, I'm your big fan, Justin Hammer. Come, sit!"
Hammer made an inviting gesture. He sat down, his movements very elegant.
"Let's eat. What are we having today, Jack?"
The servant butler beside him personally brought over a tray and placed it in front of Ivan.
"Italian fresh salmon fillets!"
"Oh, that's quite popular."
Hammer made an inviting gesture for Ivan to eat.
"Mine is organic ice cream, which was flown in from San Francisco."
Ivan didn't respond, or rather, he wasn't used to it yet and was also observing what the other party intended to do.
There are no free lunches in Siberia, and this saying must also apply in the United States!
"Heh heh, buddy, relax. Like you, I also have a grudge against Stark Tony.
That guy stole my business, stole my women, and made me look foolish at the hearing.
We have a common goal. I have everything, but I lack technology.
You have the technology, but you have nothing.
You and I, we cooperate! Understand?"
Ivan sneered at this. He didn't trust any American. Not a single punctuation mark of these capitalists' words could be believed!
There was no other good retreat at the moment. Cooperating with the other party, however, offered an opportunity to build a vengeful Iron Man Suit.
"I know. Thank you for saving me. Cheers!"
"GOOD! Cheers!"