Action Plan

Hearing Coulson's analysis, Nick Fury nodded in agreement and said, "Have someone look through the materials, focusing on those related to ninjas."

"Since he mentioned wars and feuds between countries, it's most likely from the First and Second World Wars. After all, when those countries were in internal conflict, they weren't divided into multiple countries; it was mostly during the Shogunate era, with only small-scale battles."

"That newly appeared Genin named Naruto Uzumaki, with his standard blond hair, perhaps the opposing team doesn't just have Asian members, but also members of other races."

"Since it's an organization with extraordinary power, we need to broaden our horizons. Perhaps it's not just Asians, but also many other ethnic groups."

Hearing his Director's words, Coulson nodded, but didn't pay much attention. Since the other party had been able to live in seclusion for decades or even centuries, they had long since assimilated.

Could they really expect the other party to locate the clan based on some minor characteristics? However, Coulson showed no sign of surprise and calmly said, "Director, the key point is that we still haven't obtained information about the two founding families. I plan to obtain the names of those two founding families through an intelligence commission at our next meeting."

"I believe that having the names of these two families will make the investigation easier."

"Alright, I'll leave this to you. Try to get as much information as possible in the shortest amount of time."

"If possible, it would be best to find out why they need Energy Block, since these things are used to create Energy Weapon, and their power should not be underestimated."

Coulson was unaware that Charlotte and the others were not from this world. Even if he told them these names, they wouldn't be able to find any useful information in the files. Even if they shared the same name, it would be ambiguous and have no reference value.

"Coulson, what's your opinion on their ninja classifications and strength?"

Coulson didn't answer directly. Instead, he pondered for a moment, then took out a photo of Rock Lee and said, "We also have the basic information about this ninja."

"We have also analyzed and discussed Rock Lee's strength. His strength and speed are in no way inferior to the former Captain America, and may even be stronger."

"I just don't know how long he could maintain the strength and speed he displayed back then, or how good his defense was."

"But based on the information we have, it would be difficult for an ordinary Task Force to inflict any damage on the enemy, and these people are only at the Genin."

"Judging from their age, it's not impossible that they're a recently graduated Genin. Above that, there are Chunin, Jonin, and possibly even ranks we're unaware of."

"A higher level?" Nick Fury asked in surprise.

"Yes, Director. According to intelligence, Charlotte Doyle already has a Jonin by his side, and this Jonin is also under Charlotte's command."

"That means there must be a higher-ranking person issuing orders to make her obey Charlotte's commands."

Nick Fury pondered for a moment before saying, "That makes a lot of sense. In the world of the extraordinary, strength reigns supreme."

"The weak cannot truly command the strong."

Nick Fury then thought of his old friend Carol Vers. Although he could get help from her, he couldn't order her to do anything.

Otherwise, they wouldn't be traveling through interstellar space; instead, they would be left on Earth to obey orders from the government or military.

"Director, based on the intelligence we have so far, I suggest we postpone any conflict and focus on ascertaining their numbers, strength, and scale."

"Furthermore, through this mission assignment, we can also directly utilize the other party's resources to complete some tasks and conduct some tests."

Nick Fury asked in surprise, "You mean you're requesting them to perform tasks?"

"Is it in the form of mercenaries, or some military mission outsourcing?"

Coulson nodded and said, "This intelligence gathering was commissioned by Charlotte, and he also emphasized the Rules."

"His Agency takes on all sorts of commissioned tasks. We can use this method to entrust them with particularly difficult, even military, missions. On the one hand, this can reduce our losses, and on the other hand, it can be a way to test their capabilities."

"After all, although they told us the differences between the various ninja levels, they didn't know some of the detailed data."

"Furthermore, I recorded the entire conversation with Charlotte using a hidden camera, and I'll have the Science Team analyze the intelligence later."

Hearing Coulson's suggestion, Barton suddenly spoke up, "Director, outsourcing military missions is against Rules."

After seeing Barton speak, Nick Fury thought for a moment and then said, "It is indeed a bit against the Rules; this matter can be discussed further."

"However, Coulson, I agree with your point of view. We should avoid conflict with them for now and focus on obtaining more comprehensive intelligence."

"Natasha, what have you found here?"

Natasha tossed her fiery red hair and then said, "I'll try to become friends with them, but I don't think it will be easy."

Upon hearing Natasha's words, Nick Fury emphasized, "In that case, be careful and don't provoke them."

"Now that you're meeting them as a secret agent, make good use of this candor."

"Perhaps, having grown up in that kind of environment, he values honesty and sincerity more; you can handle the details yourself."

"Understood, Director!" Natasha replied.

"Coulson, you two can leave now."

Natasha and Barton left the room. Watching Barton about to leave, Natasha tugged at his arm and said, "Barton, don't do anything rash."

Barton stopped and turned to look at Natasha, saying calmly, "Natasha, I didn't do anything reckless. You know what I just did wasn't in accordance with the Rules."

Natasha shook her head, then said, "Barton, you know that's not what I meant."

"Never mind, let's go grab a drink together. Maybe you're not feeling well today."

Barton didn't refuse Natasha's invitation; he was indeed feeling a bit off today and needed a good drink.

In the office.

After Barton and Natasha left, Nick Fury spoke with Coulson about the intelligence they needed to gather and which issues were less sensitive and could be probed through repeated commissions.

And how many Energy Block he should bring next time they meet, since Charlotte had already hinted that the price would go up next time.

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