at the same time.
Washington, S.H.I.E.L.D. Headquarters, Triskelion.
The atmosphere in the director's office was so oppressive it was hard to breathe.
"Bang!"
A cup bearing the S.H.I.E.L.D.. logo was slammed against the wall, spilling coffee all over the floor.
Nick Fury stood behind his desk, his one eye wide open, bloodshot.
At this moment, his chest heaved violently.
It was obvious that he wanted to go to the cotton field.
Such atavism is rare.
"OMG Fuck!"
Fury gritted his teeth and cursed, placing his hands on the table.
On a screen opposite him, news footage from yesterday's Monaco International Circuit was playing on a loop.
In the scene, Luca Stark is radiating a white and blue light, like a god of war, rubbing the Hulk to the ground.
Meanwhile, Tony Stark smashed Whiplash's jaw with a single punch.
What devastated Fury the most was that Captain America actually tore apart a suit of armor with his bare hands.
These three standing together represent arguably the world's strongest fighting force.
Coulson was also standing in front of his desk, holding a newly delivered intelligence report, his face extremely grim.
"Director..."
"Based on a report from our agents at Los Angeles Airport."
"Just an hour ago, Stark Industries ' private jet landed."
"Not only the Stark brothers disembarked, but also Bruce Banner, and..."
Coulson paused, seemingly finding it difficult to say what he was about to say.
"And Captain Rogers Steve Rogers."
They got into Stark's car together and went back to the villa in Malibu.
Steve went back with them?!
Upon hearing this, Fury felt his blood pressure instantly spike to two hundred.
"Say that again?!"
"This Old Popsicle, spouting moral dogma, didn't even fight the Stark brothers?!"
"And then you tell me that not only did they not fight, they fucking flew to Stark's house in Stark's private jet?!"
Fury laughed; he was genuinely amused by his own anger.
Originally, there was nothing wrong with the plan.
He deliberately smeared the Stark brothers in front of Steve, hoping to use Steve, a moral paragon, to teach these two arrogant Playboy a lesson.
After all, given Steve's worldwide fame, the Stark brothers wouldn't possibly kill him, would they?
Unless they want to quit the business, they won't take this risk.
Therefore, this is called "driving a tiger to devour a wolf".
Once they've fought to a standstill, S.H.I.E.L.D.. will step in as saviors and mediate, naturally recruiting them into the Avengers.
But what about now?
The wolf not only didn't bite the tiger, but instead joined forces with the tiger to eat the sheep?
"Yes, Chief." Coulson sighed helplessly.
"Intelligence indicates that they did not engage in any substantial conflict and even cooperated well during the battle."
"It now seems highly likely that Captain Rogers has joined the Justice League."
"And Bruce Banner, the Stark brothers have also taken control of the Hulk's powers."
Fury slumped into a chair, feeling dizzy.
It's over.
It's all over.
S.H.I.E.L.D.. has always touted itself as the most powerful special agency on Earth, controlling extraordinary forces worldwide.
But now, let's see what cards the Stark brothers are holding!
Luca, a Superman with an invincible physical body and the ability to fire lasers.
Tony, equipped with technologically advanced armor that is constantly being upgraded.
Captain America, whose fame surpasses that of the President of the United States.
A Hulk can smash everything.
There are also two Spider-Man swinging on swings in the street!
What's the point of playing this game?!
What does S.H.I.E.L.D.. have now besides a few agents who can only shoot guns?
Could it be the Howling Commandos who were crippled by Luca?
Although the Defenders Squad is still there.
But that was Fury's last trump card, S.H.I.E.L.D..'s ace.
Therefore, in terms of current control over supernatural powers, S.H.I.E.L.D.. has been marginalized by the Justice League.
If aliens attacked right now, the first people would think of would be the Stark brothers, not Nick Fury!
"OMG Fuck..."
Fury leaned back in his chair, his eyes filled with frustration and resentment.
"How did those two bastards manage to make all the monsters flock to them?"
" Coulson, keep a close watch on the Malibu villa!"
I want to know what they eat and drink every day!
"Yes, Chief."
Coulson nodded quickly, turned, and left the office.
On the other side.
Los Angeles, Malibu.
In the laboratory.
Luca and Tony have calmed down and buried their revenge plans deep in their hearts.
The two went up the stairs, preparing to return to the living room on the first floor.
On the way, Luca took out his phone and dialed Gwen Stacy's number.
The phone was answered after ringing twice.
"Hey, Luca?"
Gwen Stacy's voice, a mix of surprise and shyness, came from the other end of the phone.
"Honey, I'm back in Los Angeles."
As Luca walked and talked, a mischievous smile unconsciously crept onto his lips.
"The scenery in Monaco is nice, but it's still not as good as the bed in your apartment."
Gwen Stacy on the other end of the phone blushed instantly.
Now, whenever she closes her eyes, all she can think about is Luca's abnormal physical abilities and madness that night.
" Luca!!" Gwen Stacy stammered in response.
"My dad's still reading the newspaper in the living room!"
"Oh? Chief George is here." Luca chuckled.
"Give my regards to your father. Tell him that I've already prepared the security contract for Stark Industries' relocation to New York."
"I'll go to New York in a few days and deliver it to him personally."
"You're going to come in person? I'm not ready yet," Gwen Stacy said coquettishly, but her tone was full of sweetness.
"Okay, I'm just kidding. Remember to drink plenty of water; you exercised a lot last time, so don't get dehydrated."
After Luca finished speaking, he hung up the phone before Gwen Stacy could even react.
Tony rolled his eyes, looking disgusted.
" Luca, can't you pause your heat cycle for a little while?"
"We just finished discussing a serious revenge plan, and you turn around and start flirting with female college students?"
Tell me, how exactly is your brain structured?
Luca put his phone in his pocket and shrugged.
"That's called a balance between work and rest, Tony."
"Revenge is a long-term endeavor, but I can't give up enjoying life because of a rat hiding in the gutter."
"Besides, Gwen Stacy is a member of our Justice League. I'm just trying to strengthen team cohesion."
"The cohesive power of dog shit."
Tony was speechless.