Mission

Tony left Migula after dealing with all the militants on site and their Jericho Missile.

After Tony left, Raza arrived slowly in a truck, carrying her weapons and ammunition.

He didn't see Tony Kamui, but he did see Tony flying away in the air.

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On the other side.

At Triskelion, Coulson just received a call about a package.

Coulson was a little curious, but he still went to the entrance of the building and received a square delivery box from a courier.

Exerting the caution expected of a secret agent, Coulson used his equipment to test the package before accepting it, confirming that it did not contain explosives before taking the item back to his office.

"You bastard!"

In the office, Coulson cursed and smashed a water glass next to him.

However, after opening the outer packaging of the package, Coulson was presented with a transparent square box containing Barbara's head.

Coulson hadn't expected Charlotte to be so assertive after discovering the spy, and what was even more outrageous was Charlotte's behavior.

Without the slightest hesitation, Coulson reported the information directly to Nick Fury.

Coulson soon arrived at Nick Fury's office.

The atmosphere was somewhat heavy. Nick Fury looked at Coulson and asked, "What's your take on this?"

Coulson composed himself; he was still somewhat saddened by the sacrifice of his colleague.

"Charlotte Doyle is a dangerous man by nature. He has been involved in the dark underworld since childhood, and his rapid success after his debut is enough to show that he is not someone to be trifled with."

"Once a spy is discovered, the outcome is almost always bleak; the vast majority will be killed."

"Barbara's identity was exposed for some reason, and Charlotte Doyle even knew she was from our group, but she dared to do this because she must have some strength to rely on."

Upon hearing Coulson's words, Nick Fury slowly uttered a few words: "Hidden Leaf Village!"

"Yes, Director."

"Konoha must be Charlotte Doyle's trump card, along with the formidable strength of those ninjas."

"After all, with the support of numerous members of High Table and the power they control, he couldn't possibly be unaware of the strength of a violent organization."

"But he still demands an explanation from us, which shows he is not afraid of us."

"He is not even afraid to go to war with us; he is confident of victory or at least able to escape."

Listening to Coulson's analysis, Nick Fury said with a serious expression, "Coulson, do you know what you're saying?"

"Director, I was just making what I considered a reasonable analysis."

"Clearly, neither his identity as High Table Elders nor his claim to be among the top 80% of assassins in the United States are the reasons why he can stand up to us so head-on."

"It can only be the Hidden Leaf Village behind him, with its ninjas who seem to have pushed the limits of human capability, that gives him the confidence to do this."

Nick Fury nodded in agreement, but after a moment's thought, he said, "We haven't found this so-called Konoha yet, and we don't know where they are."

"We don't know their size or their manpower."

"But if it's called a village, it's definitely not a large one. But if it's a village of tens of thousands of people, and everyone has the strength of Rock Lee, that would be really too dangerous."

"Besides, Rock Lee is only a Genin; there are much stronger Chunin and Jonin..."

At this point, both of them realized that the matter concerning Charlotte Doyle was not so simple. Although the size of the enemy was still uncertain, the number of people involved was certainly not small.

Unfortunately, Barbara still didn't gather enough information.

"Director, I'll lead the team there. Since Charlotte Doyle wants an explanation, I'd also like to have a talk with her."

"Are you confident?" Nick Fury asked Coulson earnestly.

After a moment's thought, Coulson recalled his previous meeting with Charlotte and finally said, "Director, I trust my judgment. He won't act recklessly during a fair and aboveboard visit."

Nick Fury looked at the resolute-faced Coulson, nodded, and then picked up the office phone. "Have Natasha and Barton come to my office."

Soon a knock came at the door, and Natasha and Barton rushed over.

At this moment, Nick Fury's expression was grave and serious. "Natasha, Barton, I called you two here today because of a serious situation."

"One of our agents was discovered and killed by the enemy during the ups and downs. They even mailed the agent's head to Coulson with a note demanding an explanation."

Nick Fury was wearing a black leather coat and a black eye mask, which, combined with his dark skin, exuded a dark and oppressive aura.

Upon hearing the words, Barton's expression remained unchanged; he simply asked slowly, "Who is it?"

But Barton knew that Nick Fury could summon them because the dead agent was probably a familiar comrade.

"Barbara Morse!"

Upon hearing the name, both Natasha and Barton paused, for the Bionic Bird was the only female agent in the agency who could rival Black Widow.

She was also Barton's colleague and ex-girlfriend.

Hearing that his ex-girlfriend had been beheaded, Barton still felt a surge of anger rising within him. Although he had a new lover, she was, after all, his former girlfriend.

"Director, issue the order. Should we keep them alive or kill them on the spot?"

Upon hearing Hawkeye's words, Nick Fury realized he hadn't explained things clearly, and then introduced the mission target to the two of them: Charlotte Doyle.

After introducing Charlotte Doyle, he explained, "Your mission is to lead a small team to protect Coulson's safety and, in case of any unforeseen circumstances, cover Coulson's retreat."

After hearing about Charlotte and the others' formidable strength, Barton realized that they were no ordinary people, not the kind of people who could be dealt with by simply sending a few Assault Team. Therefore, he refrained from saying anything about capturing them alive or killing them.

However, Barton still harbored a deep rage towards Charlotte Doyle, and he wouldn't hesitate to avenge Barbara if given the chance.

"Understood, Director!" X2

"Also, raise Charlotte Doyle's security clearance level from level 4 to level 7."

Upon receiving the Director's orders, Coulson, along with Natasha, Barton, and a team of Task Force, headed towards Charlotte's Agency.

Watching the three leave, Nick Fury stood in his office on the top floor of the Triskelion, gazing out the window, his thoughts drifting into the distance.