It was already two hours later when Baron Strucker learned that the collective farm had been invaded and Winter Soldier was taken away.
Changing to the previous Hydra, it only takes up to forty minutes.
This fully reflects the lack of strength of the remnant party and its complete inability to develop an extensive and timely intelligence network.
Turning the hands of the clock back two hours ago, Baron Strucker originally stayed at Savior Tower with peace of mind, considering Leviathan's suggestion - that is, having a face-to-face conversation with Superman.
The other party has revealed this intention and asked Natasha to convey it.
Whether it's Leviathan or Hydra, you have to make a choice.
It is both unwise and dangerous to test Superman's patience.
Besides, using countless methods is still inferior to a serious and sincere face-to-face communication.
The only thing worth worrying about Baron Strucker is probably personal safety.
If Superman is fishing for law enforcement, he wants to catch all Hydra.
Then he would take the initiative to send it to the door, which is an act of pure idiocy.
"Zemo, what do you think God Among Men wants to do?"
Baron Strucker put his hands on the table and looked at First Baron Zemo sitting opposite.
In the entire Hydra remnant party, the only subordinate he admired and entrusted with important responsibilities was the other party.
On the one hand, it is because Zemo has the same origin as himself.
Schutzstaffel, who has participated in the Mustache Fuhrer, has no doubt about his loyalty to the organization.
On the other hand, Hydra has a serious brain drain and cannot find any elites.
The scientists were packed away by Dr. Zola and given to Strategic Scientific Reserve at that time.
Only the intelligence department was retained and was integrated by Baron Strucker.
"I can't be sure."
First Baron Zemo shook his head.
He is not so arrogant that he thinks he knows everything about Superman and can guess the other party's psychological activities.
How ants divine the thoughts of giants.
This is the true inner portrayal of First Baron Zemo.
The location is different, the gap is too big.
The results obtained from psychological analysis are naturally wildly inconsistent.
"Judging from God Among Men's past style of doing things, he often does amazing things that are beyond the expectations of the outside world. This is one of the reasons why I can't figure it out."
First Baron Zemo, who was wearing a purple mask, paused for a moment, hesitating to speak.
Such behavior was reflected in the change of tone, and it was no surprise that Baron Strucker noticed it.
He adjusted his monocle, frowned slightly and said, "There is no one else here. If you have any ideas, you can speak directly without being shy."
After receiving the approval, First Baron Zemo continued, "Your Excellency, Baron, I think since Superman has conveyed the message of meeting, we might as well give it a try."
"Hydra Leaders of other factions, they refuse to break their stereotypes, put aside their barriers, and are unwilling to join hands with you to rebuild a more perfect, stronger, and more irresistible Hydra empire."
"They don't have your broad mind, Baron, your foresight, and your keen insight that's ahead of the times..."
As a subordinate, you must flatter your superiors before expressing your opinions.
This is not only an unspoken rule in the workplace, but also one of the wealth codes for promotion and salary increase.
Baron Strucker was very happy with this, even though he knew it was flattery.
But it sounds so comfortable, it makes the pores on the body open, and the corners of the mouth can't help but smile.
If you can speak, speak more!
"The leaders of other factions indulge in power and only care about their own immediate interests. They are destined to not get far."
Omitting hundreds of words of praise, First Baron Zemo went on to say, "If we can take the lead in getting on the line with Superman, get the other party's recognition, and even reach cooperation, and promise some benefits, we can gain the support of S.H.I.E.L.D.."
"In turn, using this support to gather the power of other factions into our hands, wouldn't that be..."
Zemo didn't make it too clear, but the meaning was obvious.
Use S.H.I.E.L.D. to deal with other Hydra, hold on to the thighs of Superman, the future is bright!
"This..."
Baron Strucker frowned even more tightly and looked at First Baron Zemo with strange eyes.
Could this guy be the second or fifth kid hiding inside Hydra?
Want to sell the organization to Superman?
Such thoughts passed briefly and then disappeared.
Baron Strucker shook his head slightly.
Zemo has made meritorious deeds and shed blood for Hydra. He should not be so suspicious of the other party.
This proposal seemed very tempting, but it failed to impress Baron Strucker.
"Zemo, Hydra and Superman have unequal status and cannot guarantee their own interests at all."
The bald baron had a clear mind and was not led astray. Instead, he looked worried.
"The result of an unequal conversation is to give in again and again until everything is surrendered."
Zemo curled his lips, seeming to have a different opinion.
He believes that everything Hydra has lost is nothing compared to the benefits it can gain.
That's Superman!
The most powerful man with the most say in the world!
This is equivalent to a once-powerful old company facing the world's most powerful giants.
If you continue to be proud and do not accept acquisitions, you will be beaten to death on the beach by the waves behind you.
Within the Red Empire alone, there are two major organizations, Brotherhood and Leviathan, competing with itself.
If placed in the world, other Hydra factions and various local forces would be able to overwhelm them.
Plus Mutants, Inhuman, Dark World's various aliens, magicians, etc...
Where is the living space for Baron Strucker and Hydra?
But if you join the ranks of the world's giants, you may have the opportunity and capital to make a comeback.
Tolerate for three years, then quietly grow stronger, and counterattack to rise to power...
Zemo had this idea.
Thinking of this, the corners of his mouth couldn't help but curl up into a weird smile.
"Zemo, do you have a different opinion?"
Baron Strucker's inquiry brought the crooked Zemo back to reality.
He shook his head repeatedly and denied. "Is it because I didn't think carefully and didn't think of this level, or His Excellency the Baron has far-sightedness."
The conversation reached a deadlock at this point.
An atmosphere of silence filled the room.
Until the phone rang from Minsk, Baron Strucker picked it up, and within just a few seconds, his expression changed from shock to anger, and then to frustration.
The call didn't last long. The bald baron quickly put down the phone and slumped down on his seat.
This time, he had lost even his last trump card and was no longer qualified to sit at the gambling table.
"Maybe you're right, Zemo."
After a few minutes of silence, a hint of bitterness appeared in Baron Strucker's eyes, and his ambition was extinguished by a ladle of cold water.
Losing Winter Soldier means losing the last hope of replicating Aryan Superman.
There is no bargaining chip to discuss cooperation with Leviathan. I am afraid that the spy chief Taras will soon attack him.
"What happened?"
First Baron Zemo asked in a low voice.
"Superman took away Winter Soldier. This may be a signal or a warning from him."
Baron Strucker replied.
"He wanted to tell us that Hydra has no right to choose. He must either obey or... die quietly like Red Skull."
He waved his hand, seemingly frustrated, and told First Baron Zemo: "Let Leviathan send the message and we will accept the meeting."
"Tomorrow, at the grave of Vladimir Ilyich Ulyanov."
The latter nodded, with a hint of joy on his face, without Baron Strucker's frustration at all.
Isn't it better to hang out with Superman than to stay in Soviet Union?
The emergence of a strong man will inevitably give birth to another strong man.
Maybe Superman has no intention of becoming a dictator, but it cannot be denied that the world will be shrouded in his shadow sooner or later.
His voice will determine the pattern of a country or a continent, and everyone will look at his face.
"Invisible dictatorship is also a dictatorship!"
First Baron Zemo thought so.
He exited the room, stood on the Savior Tower and looked at the Kree Mlin Palace.
The new era belongs to Superman, and it also belongs to the new Hydra.