Shadow of the Beautiful World

A week later, Nick Fury, who was in a wheelchair, finally recovered almost.

He returned to the Trident Mansion, and it was Merlin who took care of some of the daily work for him during the time he was injured and hospitalized.

Merlin's work was handled very well, and when the fake Fury returned to work on the first day, he felt a kind of leisure.

There are not many urgent matters for him to deal with at present.

The fake Fury turned on the computer, easily passed the iris verification, and entered the S.H.I.E.L.D. database with the director's authority.

He began to look at some materials and information from more than ten years ago, or even decades ago.

Just to relieve the boredom, by the way, I will add those blurred memories in my mind.

After learning that it was the Winter Soldier who attacked Fury, Merlin attached great importance to this matter, and has been busy tracking down the whereabouts of the Winter Soldier in recent days, which also gave the fake Fury not enough time to prepare.

Bang, bang

There was a knock on the door.

The next moment, Pierce walked into the office, Fury raised his head, and there was a just right smile on his indifferent face, an old friend meeting.

He controls the advanced wheelchair, invites Pierce to sit on the sofa, and he says to Pierce:

Why do you have time to come to me today?

Of course, to see an old friend.

Pierce smiled and said:

There is still business. The World Security Council is going to make a final abolition resolution on the 'Insight Project'. I have brought all the information about this plan.

Take a look. If there is no problem, I will attach your suggestion later.

Pierce sighed, and said slightly sadly:

Ah, I have been preparing for so many years, but now I have to give up on it. It really feels like a waste of too much time.

It's flawed, Pierce, and we all know that, so no regrets.

Fury picked up the USB flash drive in Pierce's hand, and steered the wheelchair back to the computer.

He inserted the USB flash drive into the computer, and while he was browsing the files of the Insight Project, he was about to mark veto at the end of the files.

But at this moment, another idea suddenly appeared in Fake Fury's mind.

etc.

This insight plan does not seem to be harmful to the Supreme Empress

On the contrary, if it is successfully implemented, then S.H.I.E.L.D., which has insight into the command of the mothership, can become the best help for the queen to conquer the world!

Those who are against the Queen, or who have discovered the secrets of the Skrulls, just need to press a button

Fake Fury narrowed his one-eyed eyes, and a flash of jumping thoughts swayed in his mind.

After a moment, looking up at Pierce, he said:

I suddenly felt

Perhaps, the 'insight plan' is not as worthless as we think

Um?

In Fury's office, Pierce, who was rubbing his cane, raised his head in surprise.

He looked at Fury, and he said suspiciously:

Didn't you say that the 'Insight Plan' has serious flaws?

I thought about it carefully, and I think what you and Merlin said is very reasonable. The original intention of the insight plan is good, but its execution ideas are indeed a bit too rough.

Let a small group of people control the fate of the majority, and use cold data to judge life and death. This is really not in line with our code of conduct.

Indeed, it's a big problem.

Fury looked at the file on the screen, rubbed his chin with his hand, and said:

But apart from this issue, there is no other method that can match the effectiveness of the Insight Project in combating criminal behavior.

And it only needs to pay the construction cost. Once it is launched, it can be used for a long time. This can also greatly reduce the resources needed to maintain social order, and the cost performance is extremely high.

He looked up and said to Pierce:

That's why we need to design a set of safe and reliable execution rules as a subsidiary plan of the 'Insight Plan'.

I believe we can make up for this program with institutions.

Pearce, we've spent so much time and energy perfecting this project, it's obviously a shame to let it go

Fury waved his hand, and he said to Pierce confidently:

In this world, the endless emergence of dangerous people and situations in this era is a new challenge for officials like us who maintain order, and we occasionally need some new ideas.

I'm fine.

A trace of joy flashed across Pierce's face, he nodded and said:

I personally support this plan. You and Merlin both know this, but I think it may not be so easy for you to convince Merlin to support this plan.

I will be in charge of communicating with Merlin.

Fury interrupted Pierce, saying:

We can discuss these details while we start construction.

Our first space carrier has completed its war deployment, which shows that at least on a technical level, there is no difficulty in the 'Insight Plan'.

Fury felt that the thinking in his mind was quite active, and one idea after another jumped out.

He said calmly:

We can use a region as a pilot first. I think North America is good. This is our base camp. Even if there are problems, we have enough capabilities to solve them.

If the North American pilot fails, then Project Insight should be jettisoned.

Oh well.

Pierce pretended to hesitate and thought for a moment, then nodded.

Running his fingers over the eagle-head ornament at the top of his staff, he said:

If you can persuade Merlin, then of course there will be no problem. Also, Fury, I heard that you are investigating the umbrella company in Raccoon City recently?

Pierce raised his head, and said in a gentle tone:

Hasn't the company confirmed that there is no problem?

Oh, is it so?

Fury's eyes were a little blurred at this moment. He rubbed his forehead, reached out and tapped a few times on the computer, and called up the current investigation progress of the Umbrella Company.

After a few minutes, he frowned and said:

Indeed, it seems that there is really nothing wrong with it

Pierce's tone became softer, and he said:

It would be a waste of resources to continue. The elite demon hunting agents should be put in more useful jobs. There are still many innocent people waiting for them to protect, and many important jobs are waiting for them to do.

In my opinion, this kind of waste of time and resources should be terminated here.

Well but it's Merlin's project.

Fury hesitated, he said:

If Merlin feels there is something wrong with this company, then maybe I should continue

But you're the chief, Fury.

Pierce's fingers clasped the cane, and a gleam of orange glowed between his fingers, and he said:

You taught Merlin very well. He is a very good agent, but he will succeed you in the future and become the director of S.H.I.E.L.D. He needs to learn to see problems from the director's perspective.

Not all issues should be investigated. After all, our resources are limited. As a commander, he should focus on more important issues.

Pierce said:

Like, the Winter Soldier, like, the possible resurgence of Hydra! Compared to these problems, the Umbrella, even if it does have problems, then we can wait until later to deal with it

Well, what you said makes sense. Compared with Hydra, the protection umbrella is really not a big problem.

Fury appeared to be persuaded by Pierce.

He reached out and typed a line on the keyboard, which represented the end of the investigation of Umbrella Corporation.

Those witcher agents who stopped in Raccoon City will also be ordered to end the mission soon.

Seeing Fury issue an order, Pierce's eyes suddenly flashed a gleam.

He nodded, and after a while, he seemed to be chatting again, and said to Fury:

I heard that the emperor organization is planning to cultivate compatriots for the mysterious Kong. This matter is a bit risky, but if we control it properly, then maybe we can really find a way for those dangerous ancient titans and humans to coexist peacefully.

What do you think?

Ancient Titan?

Fury froze for a moment, and quickly recalled information about the Emperor's organization in his mind.

If he remembers correctly, in 1994, the Cree tried to invade the earth and fired cracking light cannons towards the earth, but they were resisted by another ancient Titan named Godzilla.

It can be said that it was the ancient Titans on Earth that caused the failure of the invasion of Ronan the Accuser, the most capable fighter among the Kree warlords.

Thinking of Ronan, Fury's one eye flashed a fierce light.

It's that bastard that made Her Majesty the Supreme Empress

Well, now is not the time to think about it, but the Emperor Organization may be able to contribute to Her Majesty's control of those ancient monsters with extremely powerful combat power.

Fury was a little distracted, but he concealed it well. After a while, he rubbed his forehead and said softly:

I read the proposal from the Emperor Organization. To be honest, I think those biologists are a bit whimsical.

But those ancient Titans are indeed factors that we cannot ignore. Instead of waiting until they take the initiative to do something, it is better to take precautions in advance.

He pondered for a moment, then said to Pierce:

Well, let the emperor organization forward this action proposal to the World Security Council, and I will let the S.H.I.E.L.D. command ship assist those biologists.

All right.

Pierce readily agreed.

He raised his wrist, looked at the time, and said to Fury:

Do you want to have a meal together at noon? I want to tell you about your entry into the World Security Council, and about letting Merlin take over as the director of S.H.I.E.L.D.

Uh, this

Fury hesitated, and he said to Pierce:

Let's study this again. Merlin is still a little young. As you said just now, he is still a little immature in some aspects. I think we can wait a little longer.

Hearing Fury's words, Pierce's expression changed slightly, but he quickly regained his composure. He nodded:

Indeed, he is indeed a bit young. He should experience it. Well, then I will go first. I remember that I will have an operation in a week!

Pierce looked at Fury and said:

As the director of S.H.I.E.L.D., it's too inconvenient to take a wheelchair. I've already arranged it for you, and Sitwell will take you there.

Then I will trouble you.

Fury manipulated the wheelchair and sent Pierce out of the office. Pierce leaned on a cane and said to him:

You're welcome between us.

After speaking, he turned and left Fury's office.

The moment he turned around, Pierce's eyes flashed with murderous intent.

This crappy impostor, the chief is addicted

He must be planning something shady.

However, let him relax for a while first, the insight plan still needs his escort.

He glanced at the cane in his hand, then walked slowly into the elevator.

The Golden Apple of the Templars

It's really great.

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The investigation mission of Umbrella Corporation is over!

An email receipt suddenly appeared on Icarus' lens, which stunned Merlin who was talking with Steve Rogers.

The two were sitting in the garden of the Carter Manor at this time, talking about Hydra and the Winter Soldier.

Wait a minute.

Merlin made a pause gesture, he pushed his glasses, and looked at the email transferred from the director's office, which contained the investigation results of the umbrella company.

After a few seconds, Merlin frowned.

The investigation process is not over yet, why did you terminate the mission? What the hell are Fury and Coulson doing?

It should be a matter of resource allocation.

Icarus quickly answered for Merlin:

Ten minutes ago, the headquarters of s.d.o.l.d. issued a new order to the witcher agents in Raccoon City to go to South America to investigate a case of mass wounding by indigenous gods.

To be honest, from the perspective of resource utilization, it's a bit overkill for a group of witcher agents to carry out ordinary investigation tasks.

The entire S.H.I.E.L.D. has less than 2,000 demon hunting agents, but now, your management scope has expanded from the east coast to more than half of the world.

Coupled with the supernatural events that have become active in various places in recent years, such a small number of people is definitely not enough.

All right.

Merlin frowned and said to Icarus:

I can understand that the resources of the witcher agents are tight, but what about the local agents in Colorado?

Agents from the Colorado s.d.o.l.d. Division have no active missions.

Icarus checked the database, and she said to Merlin:

Should I tell Agent Coulson?

Well, let him send a special agent team to Raccoon City to continue investigating the umbrella company.

Merlin rubbed his forehead and said:

I always feel that there is something wrong there, but I hope I think too much.

Are there any troubles?

Steve, who was sitting across from Merlin, took a sip of his light beer while observing Merlin's expression, he said:

Do you need me to help?

The things over there can't bother you.

Merlin said to Steve:

The resurgent Hydra and the reappearing Winter Soldier may be the big trouble. I want you to investigate the actions of the Winter Soldier. Sharon will lead the 'Watch' team to cooperate with you.

There's something weird going on inside and out about Fury's attack, and I worry that it might be a sign of something more troublesome.

He said to Captain America:

Therefore, even if I ask you, find the Winter Soldier as soon as possible!

If Hydra really recovers, then we have something to do next.

Okay, I can leave this afternoon.

Steve responded with a military nod:

What information do you have now? Where should I start? Also, is there anything I need to pay attention to?

I don't have much on hand.

Merlin reached out and clenched the parchment in his pocket, he said:

I can only tell you that the Winter Soldier is still in North America. You may be able to ask Tony Stark for help. He has some grievances with the Winter Soldier. He will definitely be happy to help.

Tony?

Steve stopped drinking and said:

Because of his father?

right.

Merlin nodded and said:

I was there the night Howard Stark was killed by the Winter Soldier. I told Tony the news. The matter should have ended there, but alas, I don't know if it's good or bad to let him join in. .”

As for what to pay attention to

Merlin pursed his lips, picked up the light beer in his hand, and said to Steve:

You must pay attention to safety. You would rather fail than take risks. You must be optimistic about Tony. I am worried that he will be dazzled by hatred.

Steve, this matter may not be as simple as it seems on the surface. If I can, I will check it myself, but

So what happened?

Steve frowned, and he said to Merlin:

I always feel that you are acting weird today, as if you have been hiding something.

I just

Merlin took a sip of the tasteless beer. He wanted to say something, but in the end he just shook his head and said in a low voice:

Something important is going to happen, I have a hunch.

Ten minutes later, Merlin left the Carter Manor and returned to his home.

He sat on the sofa, frowning and took out the parchment from his pocket.

On the parchment with cracks on the surface, there is a blood-red message that is constantly shining like a warning, like some kind of omen.

The ray of light danced like bright red, blood that made the scalp tingle, full of weird ominousness.

Merlin stared at it, pondering the hidden meaning of the message.

That says:

be prepared

You don't have time