"There is nothing wrong with your memory." Li Congxin shook his head slightly. "Now there is a technology called image synthesis. It couldn't be simpler to add some poor people to the original video."
The reason why he is so sure is not because he believes that Captain America's spirit can defeat Hydra's brainwashing, but because he has absolute confidence in his golden finger.
After Captain America returned, Li Congxin made him listen to the single "Qing Xin Zhou" on an endless loop for half a month.
With the current level of his "Qing Xin Zhou", even if Hydra found a superpower user for Mind Stone and used Mind Stone to brainwash Captain America, half a month would be enough to completely wash away all the negative effects.
Narrowing his eyes slightly, Li Congxin not only sneered but said, "I asked why Hydra suddenly stopped for such a long time. The co-author was just waiting for me to announce the cast list and completely dispel the fact that Captain America works at Nirvana Pictures."
The video about Captain America was very short, but the subsequent reports and comments were very long and professional. It was obvious that there was someone behind the scenes secretly guiding public opinion.
His fingers began to tap on the table unconsciously, thinking about what the other party would do next. Qingfeng's voice suddenly sounded in the living room, "Sir, Mr. Secretary of State Thaddeus E. Ross is here to visit. Do you want to invite him in?"
Thaddeus E. Ross?
Hearing this name, Li Congxin didn't know that this guy was Hulk's ex's father-in-law, the one General Ross who had been holding back his bad intentions and causing all sorts of troubles?
Unexpectedly, after the incident of Hulk and Abomination, this guy could no longer stay in the army, but he changed his job and became the Secretary of State.
This kind of political skill should not be underestimated.
The appearance of Secretary Ross saved Li Congxin a lot of thought. The opponent's second move had already been made. Of course, he no longer needed to make random guesses. All he had to do was listen to what the opponent said.
"Let him come in." Li Congxin sat on the sofa with his legs crossed, showing no intention of going down to greet him.
Since you are here with bad intentions, why should I be so polite to you?
A moment later, a tall, strong and capable old man walked into the living room with his head held high.
It is Thaddeus Ross who has officially transferred from general to secretary of state.
Seeing that Li Congxin had no intention of getting up to greet him, Secretary Ross could not help but frown slightly, but he did not say anything on this issue, but chose to get straight to the point.
"Now there is a video on the Internet that is very harmful to the captain, and it is being discussed by the public."
"That video was fake!" Captain America immediately stood up to refute.
But Secretary Ross came to the two of them very calmly and said in a calm tone, "But now the voices of the people across the country are very high. For this reason, Congress held a temporary meeting and you made a regulatory agreement on superheroes. You can take a look first."
Sokovia Accords?
Li Congxin had a look of surprise in his eyes. At this moment, he finally knew what role the government played in the whole incident.
It must be the strong personal strength of Li Congxin and Tony that aroused their covetousness and fear.
What they want is control!
Of course, the agreement Secretary Ross came up with will not be called "Sokovia Accords", but "Superhero Conduct Protocol".
Although the name has changed, the content remains the same.
Basically, it requires superheroes represented by Captain America, Tony and Li Congxin to take action only after obtaining the approval of America Congress, otherwise it will be considered illegal.
At the same time, the losses caused by superheroes in their actions will also be borne by government departments.
After briefly glancing at the contents of the agreement, Li Congxin couldn't help but sneered, "That video first appeared on the Internet at 19:20 yesterday afternoon, and it has only been less than twenty-four hours."
"And you actually used this short period of time to not only predict the development of the situation, but also convened an emergency meeting and formed this agreement?"
"By the way, when did the America government's efficiency become so high?"
Li Congxin's words were full of irony, but General Ross didn't take it seriously at all. He just said to himself, "Tony Stark has signed this agreement and agreed to accept the supervision of the government. I wonder if Mr. Clark are also willing to sign your name on it?"
Faced with Li Congxin's rudeness, General Ross's response was equally simple and rude.
There was no redundant explanation, just two choices were given simply and crudely, to sign or not to sign.
Feeling the other party's deep malice, Captain America sat down again, with a gloomy expression and said nothing.
He didn't know enough about modern society to know that he was not suitable to express his opinions at this time.
Li Congxin showed a bright smile and took the initiative to say to Secretary Ross, "Since the government defines us as superheroes, it is another identity that is different from ordinary people. When you drafted this agreement, there were no representatives of superheroes participating."
As he spoke, he gently pressed his finger on "Superhero Conduct Protocol" and pushed it back in front of General Ross: "So, no matter what is written on it, I refuse to sign it. The reason is the same as before the founding of America, the pioneers refused to implement the emperor's decree."
Received Impression Points+666 from Thaddeus E. Ross!
An agreement overseen by superheroes, you can actually be related to the founding history of America. Thaddeus Ross feels that this guy in front of him is no one else.
Secretary Ross still said unwillingly, "If you say representative, I wonder if Mr. Tony Stark can be regarded as the representative of your superheroes?"
"Of course not."
Li Congxin's answer was unequivocal, "He cannot represent me."
Secretary Ross sneered, "Then who does Mr. Clark think can be the representative of this special group of superheroes? Captain America or you?"
Li Congxin responded with a strange look, "You are also the Secretary of State after all. Don't you know that choosing representatives requires everyone to vote?"
"I will make a statement on the news and in the newspapers tomorrow, calling on superheroes across the country to come together and vote in one place."
"When the time comes, our elected representatives will naturally accept the invitation from Congress to participate in the formulation of a new agreement."
After a slight pause, he added, "This is a reasonable, legal and process-compliant operation, isn't it? I remember that this is probably what is written in the constitution, right?"
Received Impression Points+666 from Thaddeus E. Ross!
I talk to you about superheroes, and you talk to me about the Constitution?
There is no way we can continue talking today.
Although the desired result was not achieved, Li Congxin's answer was barely within the acceptable range of the government. Although there was no immediate compromise, some talks showed that there was an opportunity, which was better than directly breaking up.
Stuffing the agreement into the briefcase again, Thaddeus Ross said, "I will truthfully convey your words to Congress, and I will take my leave."
Seeing Thaddeus Ross about to leave, Li Congxin said casually, "Don't forget to take those people from Waiman with you."
"No." Thaddeus Ross said with a proud look on his face for the first time, "Because the matter of Captain America has not been completely clarified, Congress decided after studying it to monitor Mr. Clark's existing industries to avoid unnecessary losses to the people."
After saying that, without giving Li Congxin a chance to refute, he took his briefcase and walked out of the villa with his head held high.
It wasn't until Secretary Ross left that Captain America finally said with a face, "Are we being watched?"
Li Congxin nodded slightly.
This is obviously a means by the government to put pressure on Li Congxin.
It stands to reason that the written agreement should be some kind of PY transaction between the government and Tony. However, it seems that their two goals are not the same. At least the government does not really want Li Congxin to hand over Bucky.
Therefore, Thaddeus Ross never mentioned this matter from beginning to end after appearing. Their purpose was just to get Li Congxin to sign an agreement and accept their supervision and control.
As for the relationship between Li Congxin and Tony, maybe the worse it is for them, the better?
It has only been a few months since Captain America woke up. He has not fully adapted to everything in this era, so when facing this agreement, he does not have a clear understanding and position like in the original work.
He needed to figure out the situation first.
"Clark, are you planning to get something for the superheroes by participating in the formulation of the agreement?"
"No!" Li Congxin's answer was simple and clear, "I'm just stalling for time."
Looking at the confused Captain America, Li Congxin smiled and explained, "Actually, the matter of whether superheroes need to be supervised is a complete mess. From the perspective of a superhero, I certainly don't want to be bound by an agreement. But this time..."
Captain America was busy asking, "How about this time?"
"This agreement came too suddenly. It was simply the government taking advantage of the situation." Li Congxin sneered disdainfully, "It stands to reason that there are many flaws in your video of accidentally injuring people, and it is simply not enough to serve as strong evidence."
"And all factors do not meet the prerequisites for this agreement. They just want to take advantage of this battle between me and Tony to jump in and reap the benefits."
"After all, in this case, both Tony and I need support from the outside world."
Regarding that so-called agreement, Li Congxin had no intention of signing it from beginning to end.
Want to control me in disguise through an agreement?
hehe!
sign?
Sign your paralysis!
But Li Congxin also knows that this agreement, including outside surveillance personnel, is just the beginning.
He drank the remaining half of the juice in one gulp. "I have been careful lately and try not to go out when I have nothing to do. The next troubles will come one after another, leaving us with no peace."
Just as Li Congxin finished speaking, the familiar ringtone of the phone rang again. He glanced at the caller ID and saw that it was Hope.
"Clark, Mindy had an accident at school."
Li Congxin was stunned when he heard this, and said hurriedly, "Don't panic, tell me slowly, what's going on?"