A Little Thing in the Marvel Universe

The Oval Office of the White House.

Secret Service Director Nathan Green, FBI Director Emily Pantis, CIA Director William Walton, and S.H.I.E.L.D. Washington Regional Liaison Sharon Carter. These four people represent the current security issues in the United States. and the most high-end decision-making and execution force in the field of counter-terrorism.At this moment, these four people simultaneously and with the strongest attitude made a suggestion to the president that he could not accept at all: postpone the State of the Union address indefinitely.

"It is at this moment of crisis that the United States needs to show its confidence and strength!"

President Conway put his hands on the table, leaned forward slightly, his eyes were solemn and his expression was firm.He looked at the four security experts and wanted to convey his will and position to them.

"The American people need to see that their president is as calm as ever, and our allies need to see that the United States remains steadfast. Since 911/911, our confidence has been severely damaged, and even the United States, which was not affected by World War II, seems to be It’s no longer safe. But I still have full confidence in this great country, in our military, in our national defense, and in you. In fact, less than 24 hours after [-]/[-], I applied to join the U.S. Air Force , we also personally punished the terrorists and war criminals who committed unforgivable crimes against us!"

President Conway's tone became more and more passionate, and his expression became more and more excited. Recalling the most successful speculation in his life, he has always been extremely proud.It can be said that it was his act of joining the army that helped him win his current status.And now, he is preparing to use the same method to once again strengthen his image, so that the United States and the world will remember him from now on, William Conway, who took orders in the face of danger, but at the same time remained calm in the face of danger, turned the tide before it fell, and helped the building to collapse.

"What our enemies want to see is for us to be in disarray and remain silent. This is the mainland of the United States, Washington, D.C., if just because there is a little riot abroad, the President of the United States will be scared to hide in fortifications, cancel the State of the Union address, the entire The United States will become the laughing stock of the world, and people will doubt that we have no ability to protect their safety. This will cause nationwide turmoil and give terrorists more opportunities. Not to mention our market, our economy, Once we retreat, stock prices will definitely fall, the dollar will depreciate, prices will rise, and unemployment will increase. Our current situation is already very bad."

"Ladies and gentlemen," the president stared at the four security experts, "the State of the Union address must be held as scheduled. Please do your best to ensure the security of the United States."

The four people looked at each other, and then invariably looked at Chief of Staff Mark Usher and Belle, who were standing by the wall without saying a word.

Intellectually speaking, Belle felt that the president had made a very stupid decision.At least at this time, if Belle sees the president delivering the State of the Union address regardless of danger, she will think that the president is a person who lacks rational judgment and is easily swayed by emotions.She will definitely not vote for him again in the next election.

But she had to agree that the president's appearance did help boost morale. After all, most people are easily swayed by emotions.They are still dreaming of the American invincibility. Without education, and under the catalysis of hormones, alcohol and even drugs, they hold high the banner of racism and nationalism while playing ball, racing, fighting, and... Complaining about immigrants taking away their jobs.But at the same time, it is very important to keep this group of people confident and calm. Although they are not creative, they have super power of action and destruction.Once they get angry, they are much scarier than Hydra.

So Belle actually agrees with the president's ideas. After all, she has just realized that the world is not always reasonable, and she is willing to support the occasionally unreasonable president.

"I'm just a life assistant. It's useless for you to look at me."

Her ambiguous attitude made all three people except Sharon Carter very dissatisfied.They all have enough authority to know that Belle is not a life assistant at all, but a person sent by the Avengers to protect the safety of the president.Her attitude at this time could even represent the attitude of the Avengers.This attitude of the Avengers has always been the most objectionable to the top leaders of the United States.

But Sharon knew that although Belle had no right to express her position on behalf of the Avengers, the spiritual leader of the Avengers, Captain America, must have the same attitude.Like President Conway, his baptism on the battlefield made them value justice and honor more than their own lives.

If Belle could invade the mind of this innocent Agent Carter at this time, she would definitely tell Sharon that the president is not that noble, and Captain America is more noble than that.

The ball was kicked to the chief of staff, and Usher whispered, "I serve the president, and so do you."

President Conway clapped his hands and ended the conversation: "That's it, everything is business as usual. In the meantime, I'll thank you all for your hard work."

……

Leaving the Oval Office, Belle quietly stopped Sharon and asked again about the analysis results of the president and his wife's drugs.

"I've urged Simmons," Sharon said, "but she has too much work recently and can only do a preliminary test. All the drugs are fine. I don't have time for the details at the moment."

"Then I'm relieved. I thought the president and his wife's panic attack was because..."

"Stop talking about your conspiracy theories," Sharon said. "The focus now is the president's personal safety. If there is any accident, I will have to rely on you at the critical moment."

She didn't say much and left quickly. Not far away, the other three people in charge were still waiting for her. They had to continue meeting to revise strategies and screen for loopholes to ensure that nothing went wrong.

Not long after, Mark Usher also left the Oval Office. As soon as he went out, he ran into Belle who was still in a daze at the door.

"What are you thinking about? There is no time to be dazed now."

Belle is still very afraid of the president's chief of staff.This person has no superpowers, but he is inextricably linked to the big guys in the technology, finance, and oil industries. He moves freely in the center of power and manipulates behind-the-scenes transactions.He seemed to be able to read other people's thoughts just by looking at them.It can even be said that he is the master behind the White House.Just now, after he spoke, several security chiefs stopped arguing, which was enough to show his weight in Washington.

Belle's level is not even comparable to that of Gucci and Baker, let alone top politicians like Usher.However, she still planned to give it a try, even if she could get a few new clues, it would be good.

"I heard that when Conway just took over as president, you volunteered to be vice president?"

Usher didn't have any unusual reaction, just like Belle asking "What do you want to eat for lunch?"

"When faced with opportunities, sometimes you can't help but overestimate your capabilities. Blochardt is an excellent candidate for vice president."

"But it's better without you, right?"

"Each of us has a more suitable position. If you want to live in Washington, you must learn to find a position that suits you, and then don't meddle in other people's positions."

With Usher's aloof mentality, even a 19-year-old girl, the president's daughter, would not be able to attract his attention.But facing a person with super powers, a person who might become an Avenger, he had to take it seriously.The rules in his mind are not applicable to these people.

"As a life assistant, you are quite competent. You have a sense of proportion and know the rules. If the people in Congress are as worry-free as you, I, the chief of staff, can live for a few more years."

"Now that the situation is like this, is there anyone in Congress still causing trouble for you?"

Usher said half-jokingly: "These guys don't have a fuel-efficient lamp. Well, there is no time to chat now. I have to organize a cabinet meeting. If you have nothing to do for the time being, you might as well go see the first lady, Cynthia. I haven't been in a good state lately, so I might need your help over there."

Watching Usher leave, Belle felt a little defeated.Not only did she not come up with anything, but Usher took the opportunity to teach her not to meddle in her own business.

“Washington is so annoying.”

She muttered and went to the first lady's side.

……

In order for this State of the Union address to be held safely, the relevant security work has been carried out to a crazy level.

The entire Washington area has become a no-fly zone. Within five hours, the FBI shot down 17 drones. Technology enthusiasts and film and television crews who use these drones have been subject to unexpectedly strict scrutiny.The popular American drama "The White House Story Season [-]" has been postponed as a result, and subsequent seasons are likely to be cancelled.

In order to prevent missile attacks, large numbers of radars and anti-aircraft missiles are deployed around Washington, D.C., and on the borders of Delaware, Maryland and Virginia.Air Force reconnaissance planes and fighter jets patrol 24 hours a day, which is almost a state of war.

At sea, the Seventh Fleet has also been deployed along the East Coast, with New York, Philadelphia and Washington under their protection.

Counter-terrorism forces and the Coast Guard have also concentrated their forces around the District, focusing on defense around the White House, Congress and the Pentagon.Washington residents rushing to work during the morning rush hour suddenly discovered that there were a lot of warnings and security checks on the streets. The density was as high as an endless 110-meter hurdle. Even if you are an Olympic champion, you will inevitably end up being late.How many white-collar workers and students rushed to the company and school to complain, only to find that their bosses and teachers were also late.

"I just took a bottle of water and had to take a sip every time I passed the security check!"

A poor little boy went to the toilet for the third time, having drank too much water this morning.

No matter what the reason is, as long as it affects daily life, even the White House will inevitably be criticized verbally and writtenly.

Celebrities from major TV stations rushed to complain about this series of measures to strengthen security.

"I think this is the strategy of terrorists, which forces us to use this kind of defense that wastes people and money. Then when military expenditures have exhausted all reserves, the United States has become as poor as North Korea. Even if no one comes to attack, we will have been completely defeated."

CNN's current affairs commentator said, and the director inserted a piece of laughter at the right time to heighten the atmosphere, so that no honest people would mistakenly think that what he said was true.

“I can’t see it,” the commentator said. “As long as toll booths are set up at every security checkpoint, the revenue may exceed a year’s gross national product. But at least the fees can be reduced during holidays. I also plan to take my family on a self-driving trip during Easter in April.”

The first lady looked gloomy and suffered from a splitting headache, and television programs only contributed to her suffering.Belle quickly turned off the TV, and then found that the complaints from netizens were even more sharp and violent.

“The comments on social software are almost too numerous to count.”

The first lady tossed the phone to Belle, who flipped through it roughly and basically cursed.

"There's nothing you can do about it," Belle said sympathetically. "Freedom of speech is a basic right guaranteed by the First Amendment to the Constitution."

She touched the first lady's forehead to help ease her pain.

"We'll get through this."