Starting with Naruto, I'll become stronger through my own efforts.

Chapter 265 The Second Conversation with Nick Fury

The Shazor Legion's gains from participating in the Destroyer's battle were certainly not limited to just one hundred pieces of Urukin.

Abomination stood at the front of the line, fighting alongside powerful Asgardian gods against formidable enemies for two hours.

The progress of hatred is so enormous.

At the very beginning of the battle, he was almost instantly killed by the Destroyer.

In the middle of the battle, he fought alongside the goddess Sif, sharing the burden of the Destroyer.

In the end, the one who hated the Destroyer completely outmaneuvered it, trapping it in a snare from which it could not escape.

Through the tempering of real combat, Hatred fully digested the results of several months of training and gained a clearer understanding of himself.

Back at the legion's base, without Xia Zuo's prompting, he took the initiative to begin cultivating, adjusting his cultivation methods and focus based on his combat experience.

From now on, when it comes to taking on tank duties, Hatred is the expert and the insider, and Xia Zuo, as an outsider, is not qualified to instruct him.

Skye also gained a lot. Through practicing on the artifact Destroyer, she finally mastered the key techniques of vibration and gained a preliminary understanding of the [Tiger Roar].

Perhaps it won't be long before she masters this powerful sonic combat technique.

Hatred and Skye were engrossed in training, while Shazo focused on crafting Urujin equipment.

This magical metal, ranked among the top in the universe and said to be almost indestructible, posed no problem in processing for Xia Zuo, who possessed [Electromagnetic Control].

Without the need for a star furnace or blacksmithing skills at the level of a dwarf king, Shazor used electromagnetic force to modify the shape and microstructure of Urugin at the atomic level.

No matter how strong the properties of urlundin are, when they affect a small number of atoms, the properties of the material become insignificant.

The only problem is that it takes a considerable amount of time to complete each deformation.

Just when everyone was busy, Nick Fury from S.H.I.E.L.D. came knocking on their door again.

This time, he was well-prepared. He used his connections to contact David Rockefeller, and then through Steven Rockefeller, he contacted Shazo and obtained an invitation for a formal visit.

This series of networking efforts involved a lot of favors and backroom deals, and it took Black Lu Dan a full week to finally secure the opportunity to visit.

Nick Fury originally didn't want to deal with Shazor, but after the secret warehouse ambush, he caught the masked man with the iron arm, and his investigation into the traitor within S.H.I.E.L.D. finally had a lead.

The man with the iron arm had his brain completely destroyed, so he couldn't get anything out of him, but through his metal arm, Nick Fury investigated the source of the parts and lubricant and discovered several problematic laboratories.

Following the flow of supplies and funds in these laboratories, he discovered a massive secret base dedicated to manufacturing metal arms and training similar brainwashed warriors.

Nick Fury, along with Captain America, Black Widow, and trusted agents, raided the secret base, seizing a large amount of classified information, a steel arm, and half-brainwashed soldiers.

Even more astonishingly, deep within the base, they discovered former Howling Commandos member Sergeant Bucky Barnes, who had long been believed to have died on the battlefield during World War II.

When Barnes was discovered, he was frozen in a cryogenic chamber, and his metallic left arm, which was full of Russian aesthetics, was carefully preserved in a sealed jar.

This indicates that Sergeant Bucky Barnes was reformed in Red Russia and, like Black Widow, ended up in the United States after the collapse of the Red Empire.

However, he was unfortunately captured by a mysterious organization and used as a model to begin researching and manufacturing similar brainwashed warriors equipped with metal arms.

This program was called "Project Winter Soldier," and all the brainwashed soldiers who underwent the transformation were called "Winter Soldiers."

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Although Bucky's face was pale and frosty from the cold when he was found, Captain America Steve Rogers recognized his childhood friend at a glance.

It was only thanks to Captain America recognizing him that the veteran wasn't left in the S.H.I.E.L.D. lab.

Bucky thus avoided the fate of being used as a cadaver for live dissection, like other Winter Soldier soldiers.

After all, it's hard to regard a group of people who have been brainwashed by violence and can't even take care of their basic needs as real human beings.

Especially when their life support costs are enormous, it is even less likely that they will be treated as human beings.

Captain Steve Rogers is busy taking care of Bucky, while Nick Fury is busy hunting down traitors.

Based on the information seized from the secret base, the S.H.I.E.L.D. establishment completely grasped the clues about the traitors and, by following the clues, discovered a large number of traitors.

But the more they arrested people, the more clues they obtained, and the situation spread almost without limit, making Nick Fury increasingly terrified.

He had a vague idea that the so-called traitors within S.H.I.E.L.D. might affect the entire agency, and that most of the agents might not be on his side as director.

Nick Fury was terrified by the horrific outcome, and then he was so busy with other things that he couldn't even think about the Avengers he was so eager to join.

If Coulson hadn't come to him with video and satellite recordings, Nick Fury wouldn't have bothered with the matter at all.

But after he finished watching all the video materials, the black-clad man was dumbfounded.

He had never seen a robot as powerful as the Destroyer, nor an alien as powerful as Thor. With his limited knowledge, he couldn't even accurately judge the difference between Captain Marvel and Thor.

But one thing is certain: Thor is an existence that the entire S.H.I.E.L.D. is powerless to confront.

The fact that Xia Zuo and Abomination were able to intervene in this battle refreshed his understanding and changed his judgment of the Hulk.

Nick Fury discovered that there were so many superhumans, far exceeding his expectations, that they had become an existence he could no longer ignore.

As a paranoid man who tries to control everything, Nick Fury cannot tolerate that someone would pretend not to see such a big mistake he made.

So he took the time and effort to arrange this meeting.

Because Nick Fury discovered that Abomination had two superhumans, Shazam and Skye, behind him, he specially called on Captain America, Black Widow Natasha, and Hawkeye Barton to bolster his forces so as not to be at a disadvantage.

Actually, he wanted to invite Iron Man Tony Stark along.

Unfortunately, Shazo removed the shrapnel from Stark's veins beforehand, so Stark never experienced the so-called palladium poisoning crisis. Nick Fury didn't have a chance to do him a favor, so he couldn't use gratitude to manipulate Stark.

Only two of the most skilled agents, who are slated to join the Avengers, can be used as replacements.

Besides these high-level combatants, Coulson was also following behind Nick Fury.

With his exceptional diplomatic skills, Coulson can ease tensions and initiate conversations, making him more effective than anyone else in negotiations.

As the S.H.I.E.L.D. agents entered the reception room of the Shazor Legion's base, the first thing they saw was Abomination, who was over 2 meters tall and covered in sharp bone spurs.

This monster is completely different from what it was a few months ago. His aura is as solid as a mountain, and even his hideously ugly face looks much more pleasing to the eye now.

The abomination sat there, and the mere sight of him overwhelmed the five of them with his sheer presence.

It was also by chance that the braised egg arrived. If he had come three days earlier or a week later, he wouldn't have seen such a powerful aversion.

After battling the Destroyer, Abomination mastered all that he had learned.

After a week of practice, his control over his body improved to a new level, and his confidence gained a solid foundation.

Hatred, at this moment, gleamed like a newly forged sword, its sharpness fully revealed.

It is the uncontrolled outward expression of one's temperament that makes one appear so assertive.

Even three days ago, the abhorrent aura was not as exaggerated as it is today.

But this is not a good thing.

A long sword with its sharp edge exposed is prone to wear and rust; similarly, a person who displays excessive arrogance will lose their vitality and spirit.

When faced with real danger or the need for battle, they will not only lack the spirit to unleash their fighting power, but will also rapidly weaken from the start, leaving them with no chance to turn the tide.

So these past few days, Xia Zuo has been urging Zang E to calm his mind and gradually restrain his aura.

According to the schedule, he will be able to restrain all his aura in a week, and then he can accumulate his aura.

Keeping one's aura low during normal times not only allows one to accumulate energy and spirit, making one energetic and full of vigor, but also enables one to unleash even greater power at crucial moments, defeating the enemy in one fell swoop.

After Lu Dan and his five companions entered the living room, their attention was entirely focused on Abomination. They not only forgot to sit down, but also failed to notice that there were two other people beside him.

Skye waited for a long time, but the five visitors didn't move. Finally, she couldn't help but laugh.

The girl spoke up, "Please sit down. Are you all going to stand and talk to us?"

Hearing the girl's clear laughter and words, the five S.H.I.E.L.D. agents finally came to their senses and noticed the girl and her true master, Shazad Dawson.

Upon seeing this, Nick Fury, Steve Rogers, Natasha, and Hawkeye Barton were once again taken aback.

These four agents, whether well-informed or highly capable, were extremely sensitive to the aura of the strong, which is why they were even more surprised.

When Shazo and Skye were quiet, their attention was completely drawn to hatred, and they didn't even notice the two people's presence.

But when they noticed, they were horrified to discover that the mountain of hatred was nothing more than a small mound in front of this intimate couple.

Philcoulson also noticed the problem. He was not sensitive to aura or atmosphere, but he was very sensitive to human relationships.

Coulson noticed that Abomination's posture was actually quite reserved. He was not only respectful to Shazo, who was in the center, but also deliberately leaned back half a step when facing Skye, who was sitting on the other side.

Hatred actually willingly stepped back, expressing its willingness to be subordinate to others in this way.

How could the S.H.I.E.L.D. agents not be surprised? In their minds, Abomination was a monster, and he would only submit to beings stronger than himself, and far superior in every way.

Despite the Hulk's immense power, Abomination showed no fear or hesitation, fighting desperately until he lost consciousness.

But on second thought, they realized that it was normal to hate and fear Xia Zuo.

Before Hulk even unleashed his full power, he had already crushed Abomination, while Shazor had forced the Hulk, even at his peak, to retreat into the depths of Bruce Banner's mind.

But if Abomination is so wary of Skye, this hacker, doesn't that mean that this beautiful Asian-American is also more powerful than Abomination?

Nick Fury took a deep breath and led his men to the prepared seats, where the two sides began their conversation face to face.

The director of S.H.I.E.L.D. got straight to the point: "This is our second meeting, Mr. Shazo."

Xia Zuo asked directly, "Hmm, what do you want to say this time?"

This one sentence is enough to show his attitude: Don't even think about my people!

Nick Fury was slightly disappointed. He had seen Abomination's fighting performance in the video; he was brave and resourceful, combining agility and determination, which was truly amazing.

The role that Abomination can play in direct combat even surpasses that of Captain America, so how could Nick Fury not be tempted?

But Shazad Dawson is not someone to be trifled with; he's much more difficult to deal with than Tony Stark, and also much more violent.

This guy's mindset of killing at the slightest provocation is so much like that of Americans during the pioneering era 100 years ago.

Fortunately, S.H.I.E.L.D. still has the Hulk as an option. Not only is Bruce Banner easier to communicate with, but the Hulk is also more powerful than Abomination.

Nick Fury had better options. After hearing Shazo's question, he clearly understood what Shazo meant and naturally gave up.

He naturally changed the subject: "Mr. Shazo, our purpose today is to ask you about Thor, the God of Thunder of Asgard."

"Based on the information we've gathered, you seem to be quite familiar with Thor. I'd like to learn more about them from you, especially their attitude towards Earth."

Xia Zuo laughed: "Where did you get all this information from?"

Nick Fury replied seriously, "S.H.I.E.L.D.'s duty is to protect the Earth, and we are absolutely professional in intelligence gathering."

Xia Zuo laughed loudly: "I think you should clean up your own S.H.I.E.L.D. troubles before you start talking big."

"Director Ludan, let me remind you, the source of your current predicament is your own Paperclip Project."

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Upon hearing Xia Zuo's words, Nick Fury's expression changed drastically, while Coulson frowned thoughtfully.

Steve Rogers, Natasha Romanoff, and Clinton Barton were all baffled, having no idea what Xia Zuo meant by "Project Paperclip".

Shazo didn't intend to continue the topic. He reminded Nick Fury because he had recently discovered that Hydra truly lived up to its reputation as a villain hated by everyone.

Their actions were completely unscrupulous, disrespectful of rules, and their organization was chaotic with no possibility of self-discipline.

The idea of ​​"cutting off one head and having two more grow to replace it" is nothing more than a cover-up for one's own lack of organization and discipline, and being a complete hodgepodge.

Because Hydra is so chaotic and disorganized, there are always brainless idiots among them who are willing to do anything and kill anyone.