Chapter 111: Hand-pushed aircraft carriers, walking nuclear weapons
"Major General, hard work."
When Luke pushed the door open and stepped on the blue carpet of the Oval Office, a kind smile spread across Mr. President's face.
The greeting was cordial, as if Luke were his own son, revealing a fatherly tone.
A few hours ago, this young man, with a series of titles such as S.H.I.E.L.D. chief and major general on his head, pushed two aircraft carriers with damaged power systems back to the large dock at Norfolk Naval Base with his bare hands.
The scene was spectacular!
The sailors who witnessed it with their own eyes called it a miracle!
Before that, no one had ever thought that flesh and blood could shake an aircraft carrier of tens of thousands of tons.
It's like an ant trying to push a tree, it's like a fantasy, it's impossible to achieve.
Captain Bullock, who has always been known for his composure, was stunned, how did the Axis bastards survive with such super soldiers in the Allies?
The huge steel aircraft carrier forms a huge contrast with the small figure, thus creating a sense of power that rushes to the face, making everyone hold their breath and dare not speak.
It wasn't until the moment the Lincoln was pushed that the eager cheers and applause broke out completely.
Afterwards, Nimitz, the Minister of the Navy, heard the news and joked that there was no need for the country to invest huge sums of money every year in nuclear energy research and to compete with the Soviet Union in secret.
Compared with the atomic bomb, the Superman, which can carry out precision strikes and cause widespread damage, is more suitable as a strategic weapon with deterrent power.
The President agreed.
It's a pity that the launch button of Superman's atomic bomb is not in his own hands.
"I'm just making a small contribution."
Luke said the scene and strode over to his desk.
After beating Namor and pushing the aircraft carrier, his popularity value ushered in a wave of small increases.
Compared with low-key, it is more promising to be in the limelight.
Colonel Phillips hired a private photographer for himself, like the scene of pushing the aircraft carrier, and later it was the Stennis turn, so he took a lot of pictures.
It is estimated that by tomorrow morning, all the headlines in the New York newspapers will be occupied by Luke.
"The Atlantis threat doesn't end there. Namor-Mackenzie has a certain hatred towards humans. β
Instead of squeezing into the wide couch occupied by the Pentagon generals, Mr. Major General pulled out a high-backed chair and sat down.
For Superman, the amount of movement to push an aircraft carrier with his bare hands is almost equivalent to twenty bench presses for ordinary people.
I still feel a little tired.
"Major General Cavill, are you reminding us to prepare for war?"
The president's face was solemn, he pushed the glasses on the bridge of his nose, and said in a deep voice: "Then what should the Pentagon do next?" β
Originally, the red brown bear on the Siberian plain was enough of a headache.
The emergence of another ancient Atlantis is a disaster!
Although it is said that the bald eagle of the 21st century likes to stir up trouble everywhere and intervene in the politics of other countries through the threat of force at every turn.
But that was based on its own strong military strength and the opening of overseas mines everywhere.
The current world pattern is gradually changing to two poles.
The prelude to the Cold War has begun to take shape.
It is still a long way from the era of hegemony in which one is the only one and the most powerful is the same.
"I am just an ordinary major general who has never commanded any war, and this kind of professional question, Your Excellency the President should ask all the generals here."
Luke made a modest appearance and waved his hand: "They are all excellent generals who have experienced World War I and World War II, and they have an extremely deep understanding of the war situation, sea, land and air tactics. β
The president, who was holding his forehead with his hand, took a deep breath and didn't know what to say.
He had to turn his gaze to the Pentagon generals, who were silent one by one, completely oblivious to the high-spirited momentum of the quarrel just now.
They didn't even know the exact location of Atlantis, let alone fight against it.
Even if you invest more aircraft carrier formations and encounter Atlantis, which is a maritime civilization, it will be for nothing.
"Major General Cavill, S.H.I.E.L.D. has a certain level of understanding about those undersea people."
Like a ball, the president, who was kicked around, looked at the young major general sitting opposite again, helplessly: "It is your responsibility to deal with the upcoming war and serve as the supreme commander." β
Luke showed an embarrassed expression and said hesitantly: "I, an army general with no merits, how can I take on such a big responsibility, doesn't that mean that the generals are incompetent?" What's more, the efficiency of S.H.I.E.L.D. is far inferior to that of the FBI led by Director Hoover, whose leadership and strategic vision are far superior to mine. β
Since Luke appeared, Edgar Hoover, who silently played the little transparent, suddenly became the focus of the audience.
The FBI boss sneered, "Where, where." The major general laughed. β
"Your Excellency, this Atlantis incident is partly due to S.H.I.E.L.D., but in the final analysis, my ability is limited."
With a sincere look on his face, Luke continued, "I have done deep self-reflection and decided to relinquish the position of S.H.I.E.L.D. chief. The next intelligence work can be handed over to Director Hoover, who has always had the reputation of the king of agents, and has made great achievements in arresting Soviet spies many times, and believes that Atlantis' lair will soon be found. β
Hoover, who was in the corner, was restless, and he just regretted it now, very much.
Why provoke S.H.I.E.L.D. if you have nothing to do!
Feeling the various eyes concentrated on him, Hoover was decisive and said bitterly: "Those are all false rumors in the market, and the FBI's work ability has always been lacking, far inferior to S.H.I.E.L.D. led by Major General Cavill." β
The president nodded in agreement.
At this time, of course, it is necessary to be close to the person who can solve the problem.
Although Major General Cavill usually likes to reach out for funds, he is not particular about doing things, which makes people feel a little aggrieved.
But at every critical moment, he can show enough usefulness.
"Major General, since Director Hoover has said so, it is up to you to deal with the war plan against Atlantis. The command of the Pentagon will also be transferred to you. β
The president made a final decision, as if he was afraid that the other party would refuse.
"Oh well. Alas, I'm a mediocre major general of the army, how can I ......"
Luke smiled, as if rather helpless, and reluctantly accepted the task.
No way, the greater the ability, the greater the responsibility!
In this case, I will say a few words casually, in order to carry out my work better, carry out actions, and confirm my own confidentiality. I think S.H.I.E.L.D. should be separated so that it is no longer an affiliate of the Pentagon. β
Mr. Major General, who held great power, talked eloquently as if he had made a good draft.
"Atlantis is not a small country, it is quite old, it has a very deep heritage, and its military power should not be underestimated. As you have seen, Namor alone is enough to bulldoze the Second Fleet in the Atlantic. β
"Ordinary weapons, ordinary soldiers, it's hard to threaten Atlantis. Therefore, S.H.I.E.L.D. must recruit more people, and only a strong enough team can deal with an even more terrible crisis! β
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This young major general, who said that his ability was limited and that it was difficult for him to take on great responsibilities, said 23 specific guidelines in detail and with substance, and the president and the generals were stupid when they heard it.
It feels like writing it down in advance and memorizing it!
"βThat's just a little bit of me, a trivial personal opinion."
Forty minutes later, Luke, who didn't feel dry in the slightest, finished speaking.