Oval Office of the White House.

Secret Service Director Nathan Green, FBI Director Emily Pantis, CIA Director William Walton, and S.H.I.E.L.D.'S Washington Area Liaison Sharon Carter represent the current highest-level decision-making and execution force in the United States in the field of security and counterterrorism. At the same time, these four people, in the strongest possible way, made a proposal to the president that he could not accept at all: to postpone the State of the Union address indefinitely.

"It is in times of crisis like this that the United States needs to demonstrate its confidence and strength!"

President Conway propped his hands on the table, leaned forward slightly, his eyes solemn and determined. He examined the four security experts and wanted to convey his will and position to them.

"The American people need to see their president as calm as ever, and our allies need to see that America remains steadfast. Since 911, our confidence has been hit hard, and even the United States, which World War II did not reach, no longer seems safe. But I still have full confidence in this great country, in our army, in our national defense forces, in you. In fact, less than 24 hours after the 911 incident, I myself applied to join the US Air Force, and we also personally punished the terrorists and war criminals who committed unforgivable crimes against us! ”

President Conway's tone became more and more passionate, and his expression became more and more excited, and he was extremely proud to recall the most successful speculation of his life. It can be said that it was the act of joining the army that helped him win his current status. And now, in the same way, he intends to strengthen his image again, so that the United States and the world will remember him, William Conway, who was ordered in times of crisis, but at the same time, he did not mess with the danger, turned the tide and helped the building to fall.

"What our enemies want to see is that we are in disarray. This is the United States, Washington, D.C., and if the president of the United States is scared into hiding in the fortifications and cancels the State of the Union address just because there is a little riot abroad, the whole United States will become the laughing stock of the whole world, and the people will suspect that we are not capable of protecting them, which will cause nationwide turmoil and give terrorists more opportunities. Not to mention our market, our economy, once we back down, it's definitely going to be a drop in stock prices, a depreciation of the dollar, a rise in prices, an increase in unemployment, and we're already in a terrible situation right now. ”

"Ladies and gentlemen," the president said, staring at the four security experts, "the State of the Union address must take place as scheduled." Please do everything in your power to ensure the safety of the United States. ”

The four men looked at each other, then at Mark Usher and Belle, the chief of staff, who were standing by the wall without saying a word.

Intellectually, Belle felt that the president had made a very stupid decision. At least at times like this, if Belle sees the president delivering his State of the Union address despite the danger, she will think that the president is a person who lacks rational judgment and is easily swayed by emotions. She will certainly not vote for him again in the next election.

But she had to agree that the presence of a president does help boost morale, after all, most people are easily swayed by emotions. They are still dreaming of the invincibility of the United States, under the premise of lack of education, catalyzed by hormones, alcohol and even drugs, while holding high the banner of racism and nationalism, while playing ball, drag racing, brawls, and complaining that immigrants have taken their jobs. But at the same time, it's important to keep these people confident and calm, they are not creative, but they are super capable of action and destruction. Once they soar, it's much scarier than Hydra.

So Belle actually agrees with the president's idea, after all, she herself has just realized that the world is not always reasonable, and she is willing to support the president who is occasionally unreasonable.

"I'm just a life assistant, and it's useless for you to see me."

Her vague attitude made all three people except Sharon Carter very unhappy. They all have enough authority to know that Belle is not a life assistant at all, but someone sent by the Avengers to keep the president safe. At this time, her attitude can even represent the attitude of the Avenger. And this attitude of the avengers has always been the most disgusting thing at the top of the United States.

However, Sharon knows in her heart that although Belle has no right to speak on behalf of the Avengers, the spiritual leader of the Avengers, Captain America, must have the same attitude. He, like President Conway, was baptized on the battlefield to make them value justice and honor over their own lives.

If Belle could intrude into the mind of this simple agent Carter at this time, she would definitely not hesitate to tell Sharon that this president is not so noble, and Captain America is more noble than that.

The ball was kicked to the chief of staff, and Usher whispered, "I serve the president, and so do you." ”

President Conway clapped his hands and ended the conversation: "That's it, it's business as usual, and in the meantime, it's hard work." ”

……

Leaving the Oval Office, Belle quietly stopped Sharon and asked again about the results of the president's drug analysis.

"I've pushed Simmons," Sharon said, "but she's been working so much lately that she can only do preliminary tests and all the medications are fine." I don't have time for the time being. ”

"Then I'm relieved, I thought the panic attack of the president and his wife was because of ......"

"Don't engage in your conspiracy theories," Sharon said, "and the focus now is on the president's safety, and if there is any accident, it's up to you at the critical moment." ”

She didn't say much, and left quickly, and the other three people in charge were still waiting for her not far away, and they had to continue to hold meetings, revise policies, and screen for loopholes, and they had to make sure that nothing went wrong.

It didn't take long for Mark Usher to leave the Oval Office, and as soon as he went out, he bumped into Belle, who was still in a daze at the door.

"What do you think? I don't have time to be in a daze right now. ”

For the president's chief of staff, Belle is still very jealous. This man doesn't have any superpowers, but he is inextricably linked to the bigwigs in technology, finance, and oil, and he moves freely in the center of power and in behind-the-scenes transactions. He seems to be able to see through other people's minds just by looking at them. It can even be said that he is the master behind the scenes of the White House. Just now, after he spoke, several security chiefs were not arguing, which was enough to see his weight in Washington.

Belle's level is not even comparable to Gucci and Baker, let alone top politicians like Usher. But she still plans to give it a try, even if she can get a little new clue, it will be good.

"I heard that when Conway just took over as president, you recommended yourself to be vice president?"

Usher didn't react in any way, just as Belle asked "what would you like to eat for lunch".

"In the face of opportunities, sometimes I can't help but be overwhelmed. Brockhart is an excellent candidate for vice president. ”

"But it's better without you, isn't it?"

"Each of us has a better position, and to live in Washington, you have to learn to find the right place for you, and then don't meddle in other people's positions."

With Usher's solitary mentality, even the president's daughter, a nineteen-year-old girl, could not have attracted his attention. But in the face of a superpower, a person who could become an avenger, he had to pay attention. The rules in his heart don't apply to these people.

"Your life assistant is still very competent, a measured person, and understands the rules. If the people in Congress were as worry-free as you, I, the chief of staff, would have lived a few more years. ”

"Now that this is the case, is there anyone in Congress who is still making trouble for you?"

Usher half-jokingly said, "These guys don't have a fuel-efficient lamp." Okay, I don't have time to talk right now, I'm going to organize a cabinet meeting, if you're okay for the time being, you might as well go and see the first lady, Cynthia hasn't been in a good state lately, and she may need your help. ”

Watching Usher leave, Belle felt a little frustrated. Not only did she not say anything, but she was also educated by Usher to stop meddling.

"Washington is so annoying."

She muttered and went to the First Lady.

……

In order to carry out the State of the Union address safely, the relevant safety and security work has been carried out to the level of madness.

The entire Washington area has been reduced to a no-fly zone, and within five hours, the F.B.I. shot down 17 drones, and the tech enthusiasts and film crews who used them were unexpectedly scrutinized. As a result, the hit American drama "White House Story Season 6" has been postponed, and subsequent seasons are likely to be canceled.

To protect against missile attacks, a large number of radar and anti-aircraft missiles were deployed around Washington, D.C., on the borders of Delaware, Maryland and Virginia. Air Force reconnaissance planes and fighter jets patrol 24 hours a day, and this is almost the state of war.

At sea, the Seventh Fleet has also been deployed along the East Coast, with New York, Philadelphia and Washington all within their protective range.

Anti-terrorist units and the Coast Guard have also concentrated their forces around the SAR, focusing on the defense of the White House, Congress and the perimeter of the Pentagon. Washington residents rushing to work during the morning rush hour suddenly find that there are a lot of security guards and security checks on the streets, and the density is like an infinite 110-meter hurdle, and even if you are an Olympic champion, you will inevitably be late. How many white-collar workers and students rushed to the company and school with a scolding, only to find that their bosses and teachers were also late.

"I just took a bottle of water, and I had to take a sip every time I passed through a security check!"

A poor little boy went to the toilet for the third time and he drank too much water this morning.

No matter what the reason, as long as it affects daily life, even the White House will inevitably be criticized.

Celebrities on major television stations are scrambling to complain about this series of measures to strengthen security and protection.

"I think that's the tactics of the terrorists, and we have to resort to this kind of costly defense. Then when all the reserves are exhausted and the United States is impoverished, even if no one comes to attack, we will already be defeated. ”

CNN's current affairs commentary anchor said, and the director inserted a laugh at the right time to set the mood, lest any honest person mistakenly think that what he said was true.

"I can't see it," said the panelist, "as long as there are toll booths at every security checkpoint, the revenue will not exceed a year's GDP." But at least I'll be able to waive the fees during the holidays, and I'm planning to take my family on a road trip at Easter in April. ”

The first lady was sad and had a splitting headache, and television programs added to her pain. Belle quickly turned off the TV, and then found that the complaints of netizens were even sharper.

"The comments under the social software are almost uncountable."

The first lady tossed the phone to Belle, who flipped through it cursoryly, basically scolding.

"There's nothing you can do," Belle said sympathetically, "and freedom of speech, which is a fundamental right guaranteed by the First Amendment." ”

She stroked the first lady's forehead to ease her pain.

"We're going to get through it."