Alvin Keen had spotted the problem in Mason's words...
Humans were sheep who needed to be managed, and Hydra was the sheepdog.
Who would consider themselves a "dog"?
In the West, "dog" was not necessarily derogatory. Metaphors like "an old loyal dog" could even be praise.
But a "dog" definitely had no authority. If Hydra was the "dog," then who was the shepherd?
Alvin glanced at the thoughtful Natasha and found that the legendary Agent had clearly noticed the problem as well.
But it was obvious that this Agent from the Red Room did not know any more.
Alvin frowned as he watched Mason pant heavily. After hesitating for a moment, he said, "If your ideal is merely to be a 'dog,' there's no need to describe yourselves as so great.
"Humans aren't sheep. They won't let idiots like you manage them.
"I heard a problem in your words. It seems Hydra isn't the source of everything.
"You want to turn the world into a huge pasture. Did you ask whether the world agreed?
"What kind of lunatic could create a bunch of idiots like you?"
A trace of anger appeared on Mason's face. He said, "You may be the most powerful person in the world, but you don't understand our ideas at all.
"The most disciplined animals in the world are bees and ants...
"The bees in a hive each have their own duties, and conflicts never arise.
"Hydra wants to turn this world into a 'great hive,' where everyone can stay in a suitable position and do their jobs.
"We're the ones saving the world. As long as our 'great hive' succeeds,
"we'll establish the rules and ensure that the world will never suffer again!"
Alvin looked at Mason's solemn expression and said with a laugh, "Then who's