Currently, a powerful criminal organization has emerged on Earth—Akatsuki!
One of them, Akatsuki Tobi, used his unparalleled spatial and Fire Style abilities to completely outmaneuver the entire S.H.I.E.L.D..
That guy was incredibly audacious and reckless, actually setting fire to a neighborhood in New York, causing massive damage.
Not only that, he even released the Nine-Tails sealed in New York right under S.H.I.E.L.D..'s nose, nearly causing the destruction of the New York City!
Correspondingly, S.H.I.E.L.D.., which protects New York and even the world, does not possess any ability to confront Akatsuki.
Just like the last time the Nine-Tails' Attack, if it weren't for the Fourth Hokage of Konoha, Minato Namikaze, who bravely intervened, defeated Tobi, and sealed the Nine-Tails, New York City might have truly been destroyed.
Faced with a powerful enemy but lacking the means to fight back, it's quite normal for S.H.I.E.L.D.. to rely on the kind-hearted Konoha, which is opposed to Akatsuki.
Even the benevolent Konoha has varying degrees of closeness and distance in its relationships with other forces.
Thanks to Nick Fury's efforts, S.H.I.E.L.D.. successfully established good relations with the three Konoha: Minato Namikaze, Wu Chen, and Tobirama Senju.
Wu Chen, needless to say, became an advisor to S.H.I.E.L.D.., and his relationship with the S.H.I.E.L.D. is the most solid.
The remaining two are Minato Namikaze and Tobirama Senju.
Tobirama Senju isn't actually that hard to win over. He's the kind of person who's cold on the outside but warm on the inside. He appears very aloof, but his personality is actually quite generous.
If you treat him sincerely, Tobirama Senju is not difficult to get along with; Nick Fury even drank with Tobirama Senju.
Compared to the easy-to-handle Tobirama Senju, the seemingly gentle Minato Namikaze made it difficult for S.H.I.E.L.D.. to further increase the distance between them.
Because of his Gwen Stacy, Minato Namikaze was the easiest person to approach and establish a solid relationship with.
But because of this personality trait, it's extremely difficult to deepen the affection between them.
Unless something major happens, the relationship between S.H.I.E.L.D.. and Minato Namikaze will remain at its current level, neither rising nor falling.
However, something truly significant happened, straining the relationship between S.H.I.E.L.D.. and Minato Namikaze, but ultimately it was a losing proposition.
According to Nick Fury's plan, nothing major should happen, so that everyone can stay safe and sound—that would be the best outcome!
However, the Akatsuki could strike again at any time, and the reckless Tobi still has no allies left?
Do the Akatsuki still want to capture Wu Chen, the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki, who is currently in New York?
These are all issues that Nick Fury is worried about.
Therefore, Minato Namikaze's relationship with S.H.I.E.L.D.. needs to be further strengthened so that everyone at S.H.I.E.L.D.. can feel a little more at ease.
How can we strengthen our relationship with Minato Namikaze?
S.H.I.E.L.D..'s approach is to grant every request and prioritize Minato Namikaze above all else.
I must say, this was a brilliant move.
The saying goes, "He who eats another's food is bound to him, and he who takes another's money is S.H.I.E.L.D.." Having enjoyed so many benefits, advantages, and conveniences from S. H. I. E. L. D., if something were to happen, would Minato Namikaze really just sit idly by?
If Minato Namikaze really doesn't do anything about it, then his public image will collapse.
Wu Chen wouldn't let that happen, so S.H.I.E.L.D..'s method was ingenious and very effective.
After marveling at Nick Fury's prowess, Minato Namikaze strolled around the base.
The Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. in the camp had already seen Minato Namikaze and Coulson enter together, so no one stopped or questioned Minato Namikaze at this moment.
However, reception is still available.
Agent Hawkeye Clinton Francis Agent Barton, carrying a compound bow, approached Minato Namikaze. "Mr. Namikaze, Commander Coulson sent me to show you around. Since I arrived early and am familiar with the camp, I should be able to act as a guide."
Minato Namikaze readily agreed.
Thus, accompanied by Hawkeye, Minato Namikaze gained some understanding of the camp's layout.
The entire camp was built around the hammer that fell from the sky, and most of the instruments around it were set up to detect the radiation emitted by the hammer.
When the topic turned to the hammer that no one could lift, Minato Namikaze's face showed obvious interest.
Seeing this, Hawkeye suggested, "Why don't we go take a look at that hammer?"
Minato Namikaze nodded naturally. "However, would you like to try a method other than walking, instead of the old one?"
"Oh... Is this too much trouble for you?" Hawkeye showed an embarrassed expression for the first time.
"Don't try to hide it. You've been peeking at my ninja tool pouch since the beginning, and you even had that longing look on your face. You're obviously very interested in my Space-Time Ninjutsu. In that case, I'll definitely show you how it works!" Minato Namikaze said with a smile.
Seeing this, Hawkeye smiled as well, "Mr. Namikaze, you flatter me. I am indeed very interested in your Space-Time Ninjutsu. If I could experience it without troubling you, I would be very grateful!"
"Then get ready!"