As Zaku Orange finished his Hand Seals, black runes appeared on the talisman paper, combining with the wooden barrel as if sealing Michael with the extraordinary power of a ninja.
Zaku Orange doesn't use sealing Formation like the Evil Sealing Method, and these talismans aren't related to sealing Ninjutsu; they're Charlotte's magic talismans.
This was something he had given to the Sound Ninja along with the data; he didn't want Michael's explosion during transport to wipe out the Sound Ninja Trio.
After all, a 3000-degree Celsius explosion at close range would have killed these Sound Ninja if they hadn't dodged it.
Having finished everything, Zaku Orange once again hoisted the wooden barrel onto his back, preparing to leave the area.
After the two Sound Ninja left, Grant Ward went upstairs to Skye's side, pressed his earpiece and asked:
"Coulson, what's the next step?"
Coulson looked at the three Sound Ninja in front of him and remained silent for a moment. He had no ability to stop them, even though he had already taken the Physical Enhancement Serum.
"Gentlemen of the Sound Ninja, could you please tell me the purpose of your capture of Michael?"
"You should know that you don't have law enforcement authority here."
"This is not the Land of Fields..."
Kim Hammer glanced at Coulson dismissively, then said, "This isn't a secret you can know."
"Retreat!"
"Bang!"
As three Smoke Bomb were thrown, the house was instantly filled with a large amount of smoke, causing the S.H.I.E.L.D.. team to lose their sight.
As the smoke cleared, there was no trace of the Sound Ninja in the station hall.
At this moment, Coulson's smile faded. May, Grant Ward, and Skye all ran down and came to Coulson's side.
Grant Ward stepped forward, patted Coulson on the shoulder, and said with a somewhat somber expression, "Coulson..."
At that moment, Fitz and Simmons ran in, carrying a specially made gun, and approached Coulson, saying, "Sir, we've created the antidote."
Simmons said excitedly, "As for Michael, as long as we give him the injection, there won't be any worries about an explosion for a while."
However, Fitz seemed to sense that something was off and tugged at Simmons, who was standing next to him.
What happened?
Coulson took a deep breath and said, "The mission failed."
"Retreat!"
Coulson then led his team away from the station.
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On the other side.
The Sound Ninja Trio used the Summoning Realm as a springboard to return to their base, and the items they carried were delivered to Lord Charlotte via Summoned Beast.
Tayuya looked at the three who had returned and asked, "How did it go?"
Jin Chui laughed, "Perfectly accomplished. The objective has been handed over to you, sir."
"Alright, the three of you can go and rest now. You don't need to spar with us today."
All three smiled and said, "Thank you, sir."
At this moment, Charlotte received the mission objective from the Sound Ninja at the base. After glancing at it, she immediately notified Red Queen:
"Red Queen, have the Yakushi Kabuto come in."
"Yes, Master."
Upon receiving the notification, Yakushi Kabuto quickly arrived. Charlotte said, "This is a test subject for the Extremis Virus."
"It has been improved with the integration of alien technology, but the risk of explosion still exists."
"However, it can be considered a direction to explore."
"Kabuto, hand it over to Orochimaru. He knows what to do."
Yakushi Kabuto glanced at the large barrel beside him and nodded. "Yes, Lord Charlotte."
Charlotte waved her hand, and several talismans on the barrel flew up, the seal on it broken.
Yakushi Kabuto picked up the wooden bucket and left Charlotte's office.
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On the other side.
Back on the Helicarrier, Coulson began reporting to S.H.I.E.L.D.. Commander Hill.
"Mission failed, Union Station Alert lifted."
"Three ninjas from the Otogakure suddenly appeared and interfered with this mission."
"They took away their mission target, Michael Peterson. The Otogakure used sonic attacks on the enemy during this mission."
"It can be confirmed that the name of the ninja village is related to the Ninjutsu they use, and the other party has also demonstrated the ability to seal."
"They used several talismans, which, when affixed to the barrel, were able to seal Michael and ensure the target wouldn't explode under these conditions."
"Considering the other side's strength, we did not intervene."
"Also, we might need to talk to who's currently in charge of ninja operations."
Upon hearing Coulson's report, Hill at S.H.I.E.L.D. Headquarters also became serious.
"Intelligence received. Upload some videos from the scene first, and I'll report to Director Fury."
"Submit a detailed mission report as soon as possible."
"Yes, I will submit the report later."
With the communication ended, the car carrying everyone continued towards the airport.
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S.H.I.E.L.D. Headquarters.
As Coulson uploaded the video footage, Hill knocked on Director Nick Fury's office door with his belongings.
"Enter."
The office door opened, Hill walked in, standing in front of Nick Fury.
"Coulson's first mission has failed."
Nick Fury looked up at Hill and asked, "What's going on?"
"Three new ninjas from the Otogakure have joined this mission."
"It seems the ninjas are also interested in the Extremis Virus, but they've also leaked some information."
As they spoke, Hill handed over the intelligence and video he had compiled to Nick Fury.
Nick Fury took Hill's file, glanced at it, and then Nick, "Fuck Fury!"
"These ninjas, who have no law enforcement authority, are actually interfering with our S.H.I.E.L.D.. missions."
Hill ignored Nick Fury's profanity and continued, "Coulson wants to know who's now in charge of the mission to contact the ninjas."
He believed they should talk to the other ninjas.
"After all, Sound Ninja is just a small ninja village among ninjas."
Upon hearing Hill's words, Nick Fury replied, "Natasha is in charge of contacting the ninjas, but she's currently investigating the events in Wakanda."
"The situation there is quite serious; we've just infiltrated and are temporarily unable to leave."
"As for the Extremis Virus, it's very unstable, and we've obtained information about it from multiple sources."
"Charlotte must have acquired the technology as well, and the Sound Ninja probably want to know as well."
"That concludes Coulson's mission on this matter. I will arrange for someone to handle the specifics."
Hill paused for a moment before speaking, "Sir, the ninjas' strength is too illegal. They have no law enforcement authority. If this continues, our work will become increasingly difficult."
Nick Fury nodded. "I understand."