S.H.I.E.L.D. headquarters building, Washington, D.C.

"This is the trident that can manipulate the weather and set off a tsunami?"

Like a curious baby, Howard stared at the golden trident on the table, his eyes full of interest

"Its energy readings fluctuate wildly, and it's so unstable that it feels like a bomb that will go off at any moment. Change in reference reading...... The source of the trident's energy should rely on the strange words engraved on the surface. They are like solar panels that absorb heat and are then guided by complex circuits to the top. ”

Howard held a homemade energy reading machine and scanned the trident enclosed in a solid layer of glass.

If it weren't for Luke's special advice before leaving, he would definitely be ready to start researching.

For new things, the military-industrial tycoon is always enthusiastic.

The temporary silence of the Cosmic Cube has made Howard lose his goal in the short term.

Namor's Golden Trident is a good new choice.

Luke said it came with ...... Magical power, dangerous. ”

Carter reminded.

"Magic...... Hehe, that's just another manifestation of science. ”

As a gifted scientist, Howard was undoubtedly a staunch materialist.

He didn't believe that there really were mages, wizards, vampires and werewolves in this world.

They are all fantastical creatures imagined by third-rate writers, satisfying people's thirst for the unknown.

"I used to think so, until Luke told me that beneath the surface of the world lies a fantasy society where mages and demons coexist, and werewolves and blood clans coexist."

Carter shrugged her shoulders, as the commander of S.H.I.E.L.D., she was naturally qualified to know about the existence of the Three Great Temples and Kama Taj.

Moreover, he has also seen Luke conjure a fireball out of thin air.

This made Carter wonder if it was true that there was a negative distance relationship between Superman and many sorceresses who had a super friendship.

Luke, who was trying to explain what magic was, ended up shooting himself in the foot.

He had to repeatedly state that he was not a witcher, that he had no scars on his face, that he would not be stabbed to death by a pitchfork, and that he would not jump from a height of three meters and fall to his death.

"If you have the chance, let him show you there and satisfy your curiosity."

Hearing Carter say this, Howard was skeptical.

Although he often teased Luke with the title of Sorceress Piledriver, he never thought that there really was any kind of seductive sorceress with horns on her head, flaming Aryan demons, scantily dressed, and charming.

But if he had to choose, he wanted the former to be fake and the latter to be real.

"I'd like to see what it's like to be a sorceress who indulges in carnal desires by having fun with other people's feelings."

Howard snorted lightly and said with a righteous face.

It's almost written on the head, "Come and seduce me, I'm easily tempted by women".

Carter rolled his eyes and said he didn't want to get involved in the topic.

She glanced at the trident that was glowing with lightning, and said in an accentuated tone, "I'm going to sort out the information about Atlantis, and you'd better not mess around." I don't want to wait for Luke to come back and find that S.H.I.E.L.D.'s chief scientific advisor has become a mass of char. ”

Carter knew nothing more than that every time Howard discovered something new, he couldn't help but want to study it.

Moreover, it is still the kind of research model that dares to die.

Previously, when S.H.I.E.L.D. had not yet been reorganized, it was called the Strategic Science Corps.

This self-proclaimed genius and clever arms tycoon was almost blown up because he tested the energy balance of the Cosmic Rubik's Cube.

"I'm not a bear child whose parents are not at home and ready to make trouble."

Howard pursed his lips and pretended not to care.

"The Cosmic Cube is my best toy, and this harpoon is at most second."

"Really? Why did I hear that your research on the Cosmic Rubik's Cube has made no progress, and you have started to work on other projects? ”

In the face of Carter's ruthless demolition, Howard's face was a little embarrassed.

Because the Cosmic Cube is motionless and unresponsive, like a cold brick.

Howard, who has temporarily lost interest, has switched to building nuclear fusion reactors.

To this end, he and Luke teamed up to get another wave of wool from the budget committee.

The members of the council, who usually stuck their money bags and refused to let go easily, were now terrified when they heard the name of S.H.I.E.L.D.

There is no way, they really don't have a drop.

"By the way, what about Luke, what is he doing?"

Howard digressed the topic and said seriously: "To be honest, I've been a little interested in marine biology lately. ”

Carter gave the other party a blank look, do you want to study marine life?

It's obviously boring, and I want to have some exciting fun!

Luke told her early on that Howard was an adventurous guy at heart.

Only scientific research can make him endure loneliness a little, and beyond that, there is nothing else, not even a woman.

After all, the male tradition of the Stark family is that before getting married, changing bed partners is more diligent than changing clothes.

"At this point, Luke should go to the White House."

Carter stroked his drooping hair and said softly, "This matter is not over yet." The emergence of a maritime civilization is enough to arouse heated discussions around the world. ”

"Tempting, inquiring, gathering news...... In the face of unknown civilizations, various countries will resort to means. Moreover, Luke defeated Namor Mackenzie and proved the power of the land world through a battle, but this does not mean that Atlantis will choose to coexist peacefully. ”

"In any case, we are ready for war. Next, S.H.I.E.L.D. should be busy. ”

Howard scratched his head, thinking about the start of a war between the sea civilization and the land world, wouldn't Stark Industries have to take over another big wave of orders?

……

……

White House, Oval Office.

The couch was full of people, the president, the chief of staff, the general of the Pentagon, the boss of the FBI......

If a missile falls from the sky and destroys everyone present, it can paralyze the country in an instant.

"This mess was caused by S.H.I.E.L.D., who searched everywhere for mutant freaks and created a Weapon X program to bring in those dangerous people and carry out various missions...... led to the latter thing. ”

The FBI's Edgar Hoover was the first to speak out, and the president summoned them to discuss a response to Atlantis.

"According to the information provided by Major General Cavill, Namor Mackenzie, the king of that maritime civilization, who is also a mutant, administers justice for his compatriots, this is a legitimate reason, and there is nothing to condemn."

"So, I think it's appropriate to make compromises, such as ending S.H.I.E.L.D.'s plan to recruit and contain mutants, to give the United States a respite. I'm sure none of you here want another war. ”

Hoover's analysis was the first to go, he looked at the frowning president and continued: "We have nothing to gain in this war. First of all, there will be resistance among the people, World War II has just ended, who would want to carry a gun again and fight a gang of maritime races? ”

"Secondly, we don't know the military strength of Atlantis. However, judging from the strength shown by Namor McKenzie, it should not be much worse. They can live underwater, they can create tsunamis and hurricanes, and they can put the battlefield on the sea, and the aircraft carrier fleet is naturally in a weak position and can only be beaten passively. ”

The admiralty generals nodded, and the two aircraft carriers of the Atlantic Fleet, in the face of a surprise attack by Atlantis, were powerless to resist.

Those blue-skinned undersea people are like smaller, more stealthy miniature submarines, elusive and unguardable.

The vast sea area is their [Longteng] territory.

"However, Major General Cavill defeated Namor-Mackenzie, and the Atlanteans who threatened us with the lives of more than seven million people in New York were defeated."

Said a senior officer from the War Department.

"Since ancient times, there has never been a saying that the victor compromises and retreats! I am opposed to any of the submissions made by the capitulationists. ”

Hoover's face was gloomy, and he said coldly: "General, no one said to surrender......"

"Before the war began, they thought about settling the contradictions through compromise, and this is the capitulation faction! Take a step back, there will be a second step, do we also have to be like the French, in the face of threats and aggression, directly raising the white flag? ”

A high-ranking officer belonging to an army faction who speaks without mercy.

This serious accusation made the smell of gunpowder in the office a little stronger.

Seeing the FBI boss being sprayed, the Admiralty stepped forward and began to line up.

"Anyway, Director Hoover is right about one thing, Atlantis's troubles are caused by S.H.I.E.L.D. in the final analysis. The loss of two aircraft carriers in the Atlantic Fleet, the tsunami attack on Ana Maria Island, and our heavy losses, all of which require someone to be responsible. ”

"Hehe, I guess Your Excellency has forgotten who pushed the Lincoln and the Stennis back to the dock."

A bigwig of the War Department sneered: "Without Rear Admiral Cavill, the Atlantic Fleet would not only lose those two aircraft carriers, but we may even lose our sea supremacy and have to retreat back to our homeland." When the time comes, your navy will have to face the fate of being disbanded. ”

"It's ridiculous! If the Navy is disbanded, what future does the country have? Expand the territory, strive for interests, and radiate influence...... Can your army do it? ”

A big guy in a white military uniform retorted.

"Mommy Fake! When I fought in World War I, your navy was still honestly following the butts of the British! ”

The number of people on the line continued to increase, and the white and green uniforms were clearly distinguished, directly pushing Hoover aside.

The quarrel in the office was getting louder and louder, and the two gangs of the Admiralty and the War Department were about to roll up their sleeves and fight with their fists, and the president, who was covering his face, coughed twice and banged heavily on the table.

"You are all generals of the United States, and you don't care about decency, like street gangsters! The question of accountability for the events in Atlantis has passed. ”

The president acts as a peacemaker to prevent this confrontation from continuing.

"Major General Cavill stopped Namor's plan to flood New York, not only without fault, but also with credit. According to him, Atlantis was able to set off a tsunami by relying on the trident held by the king. The weapon has been seized and stored in S.H.I.E.L.D. and is not a threat for the time being. ”

"What we're talking about now is how to deal with the presence of Atlantis. The Pentagon doesn't know anything about it, and the only information it has is from S.H.I.E.L.D. ”

"Whether it's war or peace, there should be a plan."

Hoover, who had been sprayed before, jumped out and rolled his eyes: "Mr. President, with all due respect, in order to improve the efficiency of intelligence work, S.H.I.E.L.D. should share information with the FBI and the CIA. ”

"Hehe, Director Hoover, in order to increase the fertility rate of Americans, why don't you share your mistress with everyone...... Sincere cooperation. ”

The War Department's vulgar words caused laughter in the audience, and even the old adversary, the Admiralty, did not hold back.

In the Oval Office, there was a jovial atmosphere.

It can be seen that when quarreling, the next three ways are generally the most effective.

Extending from parents and wives to the eighteen generations of ancestors, the damage output is directly full.

What kind of crepe "other mother's" is not lethal, and it can't even break the defense.

Hoover's face turned red with anger, and he resisted the urge to scold and said: "This is the White House, and the generals still have to pay attention to their words." ”

When did the FBI boss suffer such a grievance.

"All right, gentlemen, keep your manners."

Mr. President, who was holding back his smile, stood up to play a round.

"Director Hoover is also bent on public affairs and wants to increase the means of obtaining intelligence, and there is nothing to blame. It's just that S.H.I.E.L.D. is responsible for anomalous events, mutants, Atlantis, etc., and confidentiality must be guaranteed. ”

S.H.I.E.L.D., and the young director, have proven their worth.

In the face of the threat of Atlantis, the United States relies even more on Superman.

As for the FBI?

Let's honestly go to a cool place and stay.

"Mr. President, Major General Cavill has arrived."

When the group of people couldn't get anything out of it, the ivory phone on the table rang.

The president sat up straight and wiped his lenses.

Those generals who were still arguing with red faces and arguing hotly just now also tidied up their messy military uniforms and made a steady appearance.

Half a minute later, the tall figure pushed open the door and walked into the oval office.

"Ladies and gentlemen, a war is coming."

He said.