No Next Time

"Mr. Harvey Anberaka, this is my fault. I failed to convey your dislike for S.H.I.E.L.D. to my colleagues earlier."

"I am here to request that you give us another chance."

Coulson said, holding up his hands cautiously, unconsciously adopting a respectful tone.

Earlier, when he had spoken with Harvey Anberaka, the man had expressed his aversion to S.H.I.E.L.D.

It had also made him realize that regardless of whether Harvey Anberaka possessed superpowers, he had no intention of joining the Avengers Initiative.

He had been annoyed at the time and hadn't reported it back to S.H.I.E.L.D., but in retrospect, he should have.

If Director Fury had known beforehand, he might not have been so upset by the earlier scolding, and things wouldn't have escalated into this disaster.

"You're smarter. You didn't point a gun at me earlier."

"But you should understand that this kind of cleverness doesn't give you the leverage to negotiate with me,"

Harvey said, seeing the gun still at Coulson's waist. He was somewhat surprised, but his expression remained unchanged as he spoke indifferently.

"I know. That's why this is a request. I'm begging you to be magnanimous and give us another chance."

"Please spare Agent Natasha. She is severely wounded and on the brink of death. She has already paid the price for her offense against you."

"We will absolutely never offend you again. I pledge my life to assure you of this."

Coulson quickly shook his head, his attitude humble as he repeatedly made his requests, pleas, and assurances.

"Harvey Anberaka, I'm also asking you, please don't cause any deaths here."

Tony Stark also spoke up at this moment, his words carrying a tone of negotiation.

He wasn't sure if his persuasion would be effective when facing Harvey Anberaka, who was clearly angered.

However, if any lives were lost here, it would cause trouble later.

"Coulson, I don't want your head. But if there's a next time, and someone from S.H.I.E.L.D. wants to make a move against me."

"Bring me the head of the person who wanted to make a move against me."

"Otherwise, you know the consequences."

Harvey glanced at Tony Stark upon hearing this, then looked at Coulson and said indifferently.

"Understood."

Coulson felt the killing intent in Harvey's words. His eyes trembled, and he quickly nodded.

"I'm only giving you this one chance."

"Nick Fury, I know what you're relying on."

"Don't expect Captain Marvel to come back and help you."

"That woman can't help you, nor can she do anything to me."

Harvey stood up and looked at Nick Fury, issuing a warning.

"..."

Nick Fury's eyes narrowed when Harvey mentioned that woman.

The scene just now had already shown him that human military might was likely incapable of dealing with Harvey Anberaka, who was like a demon.

Nick Fury already had the thought that once he escaped this danger, he would find Captain Marvel to help.

This was because Harvey Anberaka was a very unstable factor for Earth.

Especially since this unstable factor was at odds with S.H.I.E.L.D., he had to find a way to eliminate this factor.

However, when Nick Fury heard that Harvey Anberaka not only mentioned that woman but even directly spoke Captain Marvel's name.

This immediately caused all of Nick Fury's thoughts and plans to vanish into thin air.

"Thank you for your mercy, Mr. Harvey Anberaka."

Coulson, mustering his courage, came behind Harvey Anberaka, picked up Natasha, and said gratefully.

Seeing Coulson's actions, Tony Stark felt a sense of admiration. Coulson truly had guts.

In this situation, he dared to approach Harvey Anberaka proactively.

"This is your only chance. Next time, you'll know what to do."

Harvey glanced at Natasha, who looked at him with fear in her eyes, then looked at Coulson and said.

"I've remembered. Even if I forget everything else, I won't forget this."

Coulson nodded and said seriously.

Actually, Coulson had intended to come alone with Howard's belongings.

Although Harvey Anberaka had threatened them, he had spoken with Harvey Anberaka in detail once.

So, Coulson knew very well that although Harvey Anberaka disliked them, he wouldn't resort to violence against them.

Not to mention the possibility of Harvey Anberaka possessing superpowers.

If Harvey Anberaka truly intended to, he could hire mercenaries from the black web to deal with them without directly stating it; he could do it in secret.

By then, they wouldn't even have a chance to investigate if they wanted to.

However, Harvey Anberaka specifically mentioned it during the video call just now, which was clearly a warning.

As long as they didn't provoke Harvey Anberaka anymore, neither side would interfere with the other.

It was just that Director Fury felt that Harvey Anberaka, an Asian billionaire without superpowers, acted so arrogantly.

He felt it was necessary to warn Harvey Anberaka when coming to see Tony Stark, so they brought many people with them.

As a result, the situation escalated to a terrifying point where they almost all died there.

"Get lost."

Harvey glanced at Nick Fury and the other agents, saying coldly.

Upon receiving permission to leave, Coulson, carrying Natasha, Nick Fury, and the other agents left dejectedly.

They didn't even dare to forcefully monitor Tony Stark's research on the notebook.

"I'll keep eating, you start your research."

The coldness on Harvey's face melted like winter snow as he spoke.

"Harvey Anberaka, is that Captain Marvel you mentioned earlier very strong?"

Tony Stark pondered for a moment after hearing this, then asked with a hint of gossip.

"Yes, very strong."

Harvey replied while eating.

"Stronger than you?"

Tony Stark's gossip fire ignited when he heard Harvey praise a woman's strength almost without hesitation.

"Although I don't want to admit it, she is indeed stronger than me right now."

Harvey nodded again.

"Jarvis, have they left?"

Tony Stark's mouth widened upon hearing this, and he quickly asked.

"The woman named Natasha is severely injured, so they moved quickly."

Jarvis then projected a holographic image of a helicopter starting to rotate outside.

"Fortunately, Harvey Anberaka was just trying to scare them earlier?"

Seeing the projection and knowing that they couldn't eavesdrop, Tony Stark felt relieved and continued to ask.

"It's true that Captain Marvel is stronger than me now, but it's also true that she can't do anything to me."

Harvey found Tony Stark's cautiousness amusing and said, seeing how afraid he was of Nick Fury overhearing.

Captain Marvel was powerful, but her abilities were relatively limited. As long as he could enter the Void, Captain Marvel would have no way of finding him.

Therefore, Harvey was at most wary of Captain Marvel, not fearful.

Compared to the powerful but limited abilities of Captain Marvel, Odin and the Ancient One might pose more trouble for him.

The Asa Gods had gods who could directly monitor the Nine Realms and observe Earth at any time. If provoked, they would bring him significant trouble.

The Ancient One could even see through the past and future, and she also controlled strange and peculiar magic.

Therefore, until his strength reached a certain level, Harvey did not want to confront God King Odin and the Ancient One.

"Although I don't quite understand, as long as you're confident you can protect yourself, that's good."

Tony Stark felt reassured by this and said.

Harvey didn't say anything, seeing Tony Stark's attitude of standing on his side.