Marvel: The Imposter Inventor

Chapter 159 Sokovia, Dr. Lister (Third Update)
On Tony Stark's private jet.

Although the previous combat test ended with Tony being sent flying by a flick on the forehead, which made him feel a little embarrassed.

However, he still reluctantly lent his private jet to Luca.

As for being defeated by Luca's unfinished [Boxer] mech, Tony had no choice but to go back and focus on upgrading his own armor.

Fortunately, his brilliant mind was still working at full capacity, and this battle gave Tony a whole host of new ideas.

As for private jets, Luca does actually own one.

However, those were Hydra planes provided by Strucker, his 'loyal subordinate.' With Tony, a guy who knew how to enjoy life, modifying them into luxurious planes, Luca naturally abandoned Hydra's military aircraft altogether.

The flight wasn't long; Luca felt like he had just fallen asleep when Lena came over to remind him that they had arrived in the capital of Sokovia.

Um, Lena is the pretty secretary that Hydra put under Luca's command.

However, Luca had already confirmed with Strucker that this woman was not someone he had arranged to be placed under Luca's command.

It was the work of the spy director who was killed by Luca.

The woman was unaware of Luca's purpose for this trip, assuming it was just a normal business trip. Luca brought her along for two reasons: firstly, for work purposes, and secondly, to arrange a Mind Control Wand package for her, to see what Hydra's true intentions were in placing her by their side.

Novigrad is the capital of Sokovia.

The city that was almost blown up in the movie was actually this one.

In fact, Sokovia only has a handful of officially named cities, and due to war and economic reasons, most of Sokovia’s residents actually live in this not-so-large capital city.

Luca, who had just gotten off the plane, hadn't even noticed the Hydra agents sent by Strucker to pick him up yet; the first thing he noticed was the city's desolation.

Despite being the capital of a country, the airport is pitifully small, and there are hardly any tall buildings in the entire city.

While it's not entirely composed of low-rise bungalows, the overall impression is that of a small third- or fourth-tier county town.

Everywhere you look, there are graffiti depicting resistance and riots, and the pedestrians on the street seem to be in a daze, not knowing whether death or tomorrow will come first.

The only landmark in the entire city is the Hydra base built on a small hill outside the city.

It felt a bit too darkly humorous to Luca.

'In a city like this, what kind of Eye of Insight system test can Hydra possibly conduct? Can it really identify anyone who poses a threat to Hydra?'

At that moment, several jeeps sped over, kicking up clouds of dust, and finally stopped next to where Stark's private plane had landed.

The man who came down at the head of the group looked somewhat familiar to Luca.

'It seems to be one of Strucker's doctors, the one who activated Scarlet Witch and Quicksilver's powers?'

Because he didn't want to accidentally expose the reason for mind control, Luca didn't let the husky use Loki's scepter to take control of the entire base. Even the soldiers who returned with Strucker were gradually eliminated by the husky.

Therefore, the entire Hydra base is currently only indirectly controlled by the controlled Strucker.

The white-haired old man sent by Strucker immediately approached Luca with a smile and offered to shake his hand as soon as Luca stepped off the plane.

"Mr. Orange, it's an honor to meet you! Your invention of the Orderer pistol is simply a brilliant idea. It's a pleasure to meet you in person. We must have a good exchange when we have time."

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Luca, who had just stepped off the plane, was immediately bewildered by the old man's enthusiastic manner. 'Wait, I haven't even controlled you yet! It's just an energy pistol, is it really necessary to be so overbearing?'

Especially since this old man is a scientist under Hydra, why is he being so enthusiastic and even a little flattering to a young man like me who is only ten years old? What is he after?
Completely bewildered, Luca instinctively reached out and shook hands with the other person, but for a moment he didn't know what to say.

"Um, hello, hello."

"I almost forgot to introduce myself. You can call me Dr. Lister. My main research areas are high-energy physics and human biology."

"Okay, that's good."

“Mr. Orange must be tired from your journey. Your accommodations are arranged near the Orange Group’s branch office, and His Excellency the Baron is waiting for you there.”

"Okay, okay."

And so, one was incredibly enthusiastic, the other was embarrassed and bewildered, and Luca and his group soon arrived at the so-called 'Orange Mansion'.

Although it's called a building, it's actually just an ordinary ten-story building.

However, compared to its somewhat simple appearance on the outside, its interior is quite luxurious.

Some of the employees here are recruited locally, while others are transferred directly from the Orange Group headquarters.

Although this branch office has only been established for a short time, it seems to be doing quite well so far.

At least you can't tell at all that it's just a shell company.

Following the directions of the old man Lister, Luca and his party soon arrived at the huge office on the top floor.

As he approached the door, Luca hesitated for a moment, then turned to look at the people who had accompanied him.

"Dunshan, you guys wait outside for a bit. Lena, you can come in with me."

"Okay, boss."

Without saying much, Luca strode into the office.

However, at this moment, Dr. Lister, who had been very enthusiastic, suddenly stopped and said in a somewhat embarrassed voice.

"Well, I guess I'll pass. Mr. Orange and the Baron must have something important to discuss, so it's not convenient for me to go in."

Upon hearing this, everyone present cast strange glances at him.

While it's already strange that a Hydra researcher would be doing the reception work today, it seems even stranger that a receptionist would suddenly say they can't go in to see their own boss.

Dunshan and the others immediately thought of some bad situations and subconsciously reached for the weapons at their waists.

Their actions immediately alerted the other Hydra members.

In an instant, the originally harmonious atmosphere became tense because of Dr. Lister's words.

Luca narrowed his eyes, first glancing at the quiet office door, then at Dr. Lister, whose head was already sweating profusely.

Stepping forward, the robotic arm pressed down on the other person's shoulder.

"Doctor, let's go in together."

(End of this chapter)