Superman

All the women who spent the night with him said that Mr. Lieutenant General's routine is normal.

"This is one of my few personal hobbies. I can't change it for a while, and I don't want to change it. The smell of tobacco can make me calm down and think calmly."

The President took out a high-end cigar from the box, played with it for a while, and patiently smoked it with a long match. It was obvious that he enjoyed the process.

"This box was given to me by Churchill. We have a common language in terms of cigar taste. Although my personal doctor told me to reduce the intake of tobacco and alcohol, in the short life of human beings, there are no cigars and whiskey. , wouldn’t it lose most of its meaning.”

Luke nodded in agreement. Although he was not interested in tobacco and alcohol, it was because of other hobbies.

"The Prime Minister also gave me a box. I'll bring it over another day and pass it on to the President."

He wondered whether Churchill gave cigars to everyone, and it is said that the deceased Roosevelt also received them.

"How embarrassing that is."

The president chuckled twice, then lowered his voice and said, "Don't let Beth know, she doesn't like me smoking cigars."

"Of course. It's a secret between men."

Luke blinked his eyes and answered very politely.

A few minutes later, the chat was over, and the two of them got back on track.

"S.H.I.E.L.D. has received intelligence and found that the Soviet Union has been making frequent moves recently. Not only is it vigorously developing the nuclear industry, but it also plans to restart the super soldier program during World War II. As far as I know, they have a secret organization called Leviathan, Biology experts are being actively recruited to produce excellent fighters."

In order to delay the time as much as possible, create opportunities for Howard.

Luke opened his mouth and talked about the latest developments in the Soviet Union.

The Mr. President sitting opposite is not some mediocre politician.

On the contrary, he is extremely ambitious and aggressive.

After World War II, the president who entered the White House took the lead in proposing the strategic goal of seeking world hegemony.

The defeat of the Axis powers was crushing, and the decline of Britain and France weakened.

Relying on its developed military strength and economic accumulation, the bald eagle began to covet the throne of world hegemony.

If it weren't for the emergence of Atlantis, it would temporarily block the White House and the Pentagon, planning to implement global expansion by interfering in the internal affairs of other countries.

At this time, maybe a bipolar pattern has already formed.

"Lieutenant General Carvel, the Red Empire is indeed worthy of vigilance. They may be the worst enemy!"

The president exhaled a mouthful of blue smoke, and said with a solemn expression.

"Sometimes, I am also amazed by the firm belief of these people and the ability to act out of collectivism."

The winner of World War II was not only the silently developing United States, but also a Siberian red bear.

And in the Yalta Four Nations Conference, another great country of the Celestial Dynasty appeared on the world stage and showed mysterious power.

That is an unopened copy, which is not included in the world map for the time being.

"About the peace summit to be held in a few days, and the distribution of Atlantis' interests, I will trouble you, Lieutenant General Carville."

The president put down a quarter of his cigar and solemnly said: "The future of the United States belongs to young people like you."

Luke chuckled, he didn't want to do the front and back waves, it would be easy to be shot to death on the beach.

The bright future of the Lighthouse Country clearly belongs to a real estate tycoon who has not yet been born.

That is the most suitable person to lead America to greatness again in his lifetime.

For the next four to 10 minutes, the two of them in the study were having a lot of fun talking and chatting a lot.

During the period, the president also asked Luke if he was interested in going to Moscow.

And at the worst step, the two sides started three wars, and the Soviet Union launched a nuclear bomb. Does he have the confidence to intercept it?

Luke naturally avoided talking about such a question and was vague.

He's not Dr. Manhattan in the studio next door, and he's not interested in doing humanoid nuclear deterrence.

"Let's stop here today, Beth's boneless steak should be ready too."

The president extinguished the cigar in his hand, waved away the smell of tobacco, and pushed the door open with a smile.

Then, he saw a scene that was very inconsistent.

In the living room, Howard sat on the sofa, flanked by the president's wife and the president's daughter.

He seemed to say something interesting, which made the other two cover their mouths and chuckle, and the atmosphere was quite harmonious.

"How is this going?"

The president looked confused and had a complicated heart.

Inexplicably, it feels like being attacked by the old king next door to his wife and daughter.

Originally, he admired Howard's talent very much, and Stark Industries is also an important defense contractor of the Pentagon.

But now, the president looked at the bearded man who was winking and trying to show his humor, but he became more and more disgusted.

"What are you talking about? I can hear laughter in the study."

The president suppressed his anger and asked dryly.

"Your Excellency, I just talked about what I saw and heard when I was in England."

Howard cleared his throat, and said in a serious tone: "I used to live in London, before the war started. There was a time when I wanted to grow a beard to show my masculinity, but the hotel owner laughed at me. Ha, your mouth looks like my wife hasn't shaved her hair, he really said that at the time, it's really rude."

"Then how do you answer?"

Luke answered like a joke.

"I looked in the mirror, then nodded, well, you're right, it really looks alike, and then the boss walked away proudly."

Howard said it seriously, as if it was true.

The president's wife sitting next to her laughed and croaked.

Women are always more receptive to colored jokes than girls.

"Mr. Stark's experience is really rich."

The president didn't smile, and was very dissatisfied with his wife sitting so close to Howard.

"Is there anything else interesting? I want to hear it too, to gain some knowledge."

"It's still in London, the same innkeeper, and his wife usually works as an assistant to the magician in the theater. Once, he came home early and found his wife undressed and standing in the bedroom."

Howard stroked his beard, learned his movements and tone vividly, and said seriously: "The innkeeper was very puzzled, so he asked a question immediately. His wife faltered and didn't know how to explain it."

"Later, under the pressure of the boss, his wife said that she had learned a magic trick recently, and then shouted that now is the time to witness a miracle. A naked and naked magician came out of the cabinet. .”

"This surprised the hotel owner. He didn't expect that his wife could not only make a living person, but also make the other person's clothes disappear. It's really incredible."

This time it was the president's daughter's turn to hold back her smile, she shrugged her shoulders hard, two blushes appeared on her round face.

After the warm-up joke, the president's wife finally remembered the Texas boneless steak and rushed into the kitchen.

The others also sat at the table, and after a while a tempting aroma wafted out.

"It's really good workmanship."

Luke has no interest in the president's daughter, but he is full of praise for the boneless steak cooked by the president's wife.

Bite down, the gravy is full and rich in taste.

It doesn't look greasy, nor does it lose its tender taste, which reminds people of Little Sheldon's secret beef.

"It's good to eat happily."

The President's wife said reservedly.

She is used to being recognized for her cooking skills.

"Is there any secret recipe? It's so delicious! I've tasted such beef, and I'm afraid I won't order steak again when I go to a restaurant in the future."

Howard jumped out, and even a large piece of beef couldn't stop his mouth.

"With all due respect, madam, I am willing to exchange all the shares of Stark Industries for this recipe."

Compared with Luke's flat praise, Howard's exaggerated statement is easier to please the president's wife.

This is the strength of a prodigal son in love, a good date, and an arsonist with a heart.

Launching an offensive directly against the president's daughter is too obvious and a bit hasty.

It is a wiser choice to use roundabout tactics to please the president's wife.

Of course, this is just to save Luke from siege.

Howard also has little interest in becoming the president's son-in-law.

He is an unruly vagabond, it is impossible to step into the grave of love so early, even the president's daughter is called Mary.

"One teaspoon of cumin, one cup of brown sugar, two teaspoons of smoked paprika, three teaspoons of dry mustard"

Some of the president's wives happily spoke out the secret formula.

Howard made an expression of listening carefully, and took paper and notes down.

Like, he really cares about this secret beef recipe.

The president next to him was silent, wishing he could smash the steak on the plate in the other's face.

What is this guy doing to please my wife?

Thinking of the two jokes before, the president felt inexplicably like the unlucky innkeeper.

During the 10-minute meal, Howard's rainbow farts, compliments, and laughter from the President's wife and her daughter echoed on the table.

As for the president?

Like an outsider, he couldn't get in the conversation at all, so he had nothing to do but talk to Luke awkwardly.

The plan to sell his daughter's marriage was thrown out of nowhere, and Howard, who was aggressively chasing food, caused a mess.

After dinner, the living room was full of people.

While the President's wife was cleaning up in the kitchen, Mr. President finally found a chance.

He deliberately ignored Howard who was getting close to his daughter, and pulled Luke affectionately, acting like an enthusiastic elder.

"Lieutenant General Carville, what do you think about family and marriage?"

The president made indirect remarks and gave his daughter a wink by the way.

It's just that the latter was chatting with Howard about Agatha Christie's latest novel, and completely ignored his father.

"I'm still young, I don't have enough experience, I don't know enough, so I have nothing to say."

Luke smiled faintly and avoided the topic.

"Your Excellency is talking about this, do you want to introduce me to someone? I have no idea about this for the time being, but Howard has always wanted to find his ideal partner."

"If there is a suitable lady, you might as well introduce him."

"Right, Howard?"

From Agatha Christie to Arthur Conan Doyle's Howard, he nodded decisively.

There was sincerity in his eyes, and he said in a low voice: "Yes, I have long wanted to settle down and live a peaceful life. It's just that I haven't found the soul mate I dream of."

"Your Excellency, although there are various rumors about Howard from the outside world, it is said that he dates three or four women at the same time a week, is busy with work during the day, goes to the hotel at night, is proficient in time management, and has affairs with many Hollywood female stars. "

Luke made the topic more and more biased, and said in a firm voice: "But I can guarantee that Howard is definitely not like what was written in the newspaper. He is an upright man, obsessed with science, and is a worthy friend. I believe that he will also become a friend in the future." A good husband and a great father."

Before the stunned president came back to his senses, Howard said modestly: "Luke is the role model I need to learn from. Although he is young, he is clean and self-sufficient, not close to women."

The two brazen guys, like they were talking about cross talk, were blowing their minds at each other, leaving the president with no room to intervene.

After experiencing all kinds of accidents this night, Mr. President was a little tired, and finally gave up the idea of ​​promoting his daughter.

He waved his hand, showing the meaning of seeing off the guests: "It's getting late, Lieutenant General Carville, and Mr. Stark, I won't keep you overnight."

Luke got up immediately when he heard this.

After exchanging a few pleasantries, he took Howard and left.

"How is it? Did you do well?"

Howard, who walked out of the Blair State Guest House, said triumphantly.

"It's more than good. I'm worried that if you stay any longer, Mr. President will smash the red wine I brought on your head."