What Are We Called?

Hearing Li Haiyang's words, Leo could not help but show a trace of surprise.

Then he smiled. "Uncle Li, you really don't need to worry about that."

"The Asgardians won't interfere with anything on Earth. Or rather, they exist to protect Earth and step forward when it is in danger. Of course, that kind of danger doesn't mean wars between nations or epidemics."

"It's more about threats involving extraordinary powers, like this Alien invasion, or similar incidents in the future. That is when Asgard will take action."

"Would they be manipulated by the US Government? You really don't need to worry about that. Asgard has its own pride. They would never deign to come to Earth and stir up trouble."

"As for Golden Legend, there's even less reason to worry. He has no interest in that at all."

Leo looked at Uncle Li, whose eyes were fixed firmly on him, and calmly spoke these deeply shocking words, each one striking Li Haiyang's heart.

"How do you know all this? Do you know them?" Li Haiyang asked Leo, enunciating every word.

"You already know that I know Iron Man, Tony Stark. Naturally, I've also come into contact with the other members of the Avengers. Believe me, they won't interfere with conflicts between nations."

"What they seek is peace. From the day they were formed, they have carried the responsibility of protection on their shoulders."

"And that responsibility isn't limited to the United States. After experiencing the Chitauri invasion, the Avengers' responsibility now encompasses the entire Earth."

"Perhaps the phrase 'maintaining world peace' sounds a little laughable, but it truly is what they hope for. Everyone with such abilities will strive to uphold that principle."

"They're like you, except you fight for China, while they fight for everyone."

"Of course, I don't mean anything else by that. You are worthy of respect as well. It's just that Earthlings are still too weak in the universe. We need a group of stronger people to shoulder this burden."

As Leo spoke, he could not help recalling the Xandar Civilization and the Kree Civilization he had seen in the universe, as well as the massive interstellar pirate organizations he had heard about, and the Mad Titan Thanos.

Every one of those forces possessed the power to easily destroy Earth. If Asgard had not always protected Earth, and if Earth's location had not been so well hidden, it might have been swallowed long ago.

That was why Earthlings were still far too weak. Compared to those technologically advanced Alien Civilizations, they were truly vulnerable to a single blow.

Even so, the Avengers had never given up. At the very least, they were desperately working toward that goal.

Li Haiyang looked at Leo sitting before him and fell silent.

"Do you know Golden Legend's identity?" he finally asked.

"I only know that he poses no threat to you. Uncle Li, perhaps your body and mind are wholly devoted to the nation's safety, but those with extraordinary abilities, those who can see farther ahead, truly do not care about these disputes on Earth."

"The hidden dangers in the universe are far more terrifying than war. Perhaps you are still astonished by the strength of the Chitauri."

"But the Chitauri Civilization is a civilization that was subdued long ago. They are merely one person's advance scouting force."

By this point, Leo could not help feeling somewhat emotional.

"It is only because there are still some stronger extraordinary powers on Earth that he has some reservations. When those extraordinary powers disappear, his arrival will be the real disaster."

Without realizing it, Leo had spoken such a long stretch of words. Much of it was simply his own thoughts and the truth, things he wanted to say aloud.

After all, even if he told Li Haiyang, it would not affect how things developed.

And perhaps China might be able to gather a new force as well. If that could happen, Leo would be quite gratified.

Li Haiyang looked at Leo, unable to conceal the shock in his eyes. His reason told him that these were merely Leo's personal claims, impossible to verify.

Yet inwardly, he could not help believing everything Leo had said. Looking at Leo's sincere expression, perhaps he had already accepted these matters in his heart.

"You... how do you know so much? What exactly is your identity?"

"And do you want to return home and develop there?"

Looking at Leo across from him, Li Haiyang asked directly.

Leo straightened up and looked at Li Haiyang. "I've told you everything I should. I didn't lie to you. As for whether you believe it, that's up to you."

"I founded Black Prison. I'm not afraid to tell you that. Its purpose was merely to make this area a little quieter and ensure people could live safely. I don't care about anything else."

"As for Chen Haoran, he appeared in Black Prison because of matters involving S.H.I.E.L.D. There is no need to go into the details."

"But you, Uncle Li—what organization are you part of? What connection do you have with S.H.I.E.L.D.? I remember Chen Haoran was on S.H.I.E.L.D.'s list. How did he become involved with you?"

Seeing Leo's attitude, Li Haiyang felt that no matter what else he said, Leo would not answer any further questions.

Li Haiyang's mind raced as he recalled everything Leo had said and began analyzing it.

Leo was in no hurry. He sat steadily on the sofa, took a sip of tea, and quietly watched Li Haiyang.

Several full minutes passed before Li Haiyang prepared to speak again.

"Uncle Li, you should tell me about your organization first. Otherwise, I won't answer any more questions."

With that one sentence, the words Li Haiyang had been about to say were blocked in his throat.

Two more minutes passed before Li Haiyang sat up straight again. "Fine. Given that you are Chinese and played an important role in this mission, I can tell you some information."

"Our organization is an intelligence and agent organization established directly under China's central government. At the same time, we are also a special operations force with extremely high authority. We were established after the founding of the nation and have always striven for China's rise."

"S.H.I.E.L.D. has cooperative relationships with many countries around the world. It was established during World War II and is currently the largest agent organization in the world. We have an outwardly cooperative relationship with them and established a S.H.I.E.L.D. branch for them in Hong Kong."

"We have the purpose and responsibility of jointly supervising it. Chen Haoran, as a Chinese citizen in China, is likewise registered with us. Yet this operation was not reported to us in detail."

"So when we discovered Chen Haoran's presence this time, we naturally had to investigate it thoroughly. Even if I had not carried out this mission, someone else would have."

Li Haiyang spoke to Leo solemnly.

"What is your organization called?" Leo asked curiously.

"We are called..."