Chapter 61 Alice: Boss, they are still children, you have to control yourself!
"My God!"
Pepper exclaimed, covering her mouth, as she watched Tony Stark's armor fall from the sky like a meteor, crashing heavily onto the ground.
She wanted to rush over to check if Tony was injured, but Lynn Hall directly held her back.
"Don't worry, Tony will be fine, and the battle isn't over yet!"
As soon as Lynn finished speaking, Tony controlled his armor and stood up.
Upon seeing Pepper beside Lynn, he immediately breathed a sigh of relief.
"Thanks, Lynn, I knew you'd be able to rescue Peppersafely."
[Tony Stark's favorability +7, received a gift of 1000 experience points.]
Lynn Hall was very surprised to hear the system prompt that Tony Stark's favorability reaching 7 had resulted in a first-time gift of 1000 experience points.
One must know that even for the Mutant Barbara, it was only 50 experience points.
It could only be said that he was indeed a core giant of the future Avengers superheroes; this wave was simply a huge profit!
Thinking of this, Lynn looked up at Obadiah Stane, who was rapidly falling from high in the sky.
As a villain standing opposite Tony Stark, if he snatched his head, the -7 favorability would definitely yield an even richer gift!
"Boom!"
The Iron Monger armor landed with a heavy thud, then lay motionless on the ground.
Seeing this, Lynn was a little worried; this guy Obadiah Stane wouldn't have died from the fall, would he?
Tony Stark, on the other hand, breathed a sigh of relief, then walked over while saying, "I've given him a chance, but he didn't cherish it. But Lynn, fortunately, you rescued Pepper."
"Otherwise, I can't even imagine..."
Before Tony Stark could finish speaking, the Iron Monger, lying on the ground, stood up directly.
"Tony, be careful..."
Seeing this, Pepper was about to loudly warn Tony, but the next second, Obadiah Stane directly grabbed Tony Stark's armor and threw him out.
At the critical moment, a web caught Tony Stark, and then Spider-Man darted out from afar: "Hey, Mr. Stark, are you alright? I saw the news that you were being beaten by that big iron bucket, so I came to help."
"Oh, I forgot to introduce myself; you can call me Spider-Man, I'm New York City's friendly neighborhood!"
As he was speaking, the Iron Monger, who had rushed over, was instantly blocked by Spider-Woman.
Before the Iron Monger could counterattack, Spider-Woman grabbed the Iron Monger's arm and directly threw him away.
"Oh my God, is that Spider-Woman?"
"Well done, Spider-Woman!"
"Come on, beat this damn guy!"
Listening to the cheers of the surrounding crowd, Tony Stark, who had stabilized himself, said, "Spider-Man, is it? It seems in New York, Spider-Woman is more popular than you!"
"Uh, maybe it's because she debuted earlier than me!"
Hearing Tony Stark say that, Peter Parker shrugged.
"Is that so? I don't think it's that simple!"
As his voice fell, Tony Stark controlled his armor to take flight, then rushed towards Obadiah Stane.
"Hey, Spider-Woman, thanks for your help, but he's mine!"
Seeing Tony Stark charging over in his armor, Gwenstepped back and yielded the battlefield.
"Alright!"
After yielding the battlefield, Gwen came directly to Lynn's side.
Seeing Spider-Man also follow from the other side, Gwendid not show too intimate a relationship with Lynn.
After all, if she showed too much intimacy with Lynn, then anyone with a keen eye would definitely discover her true identity if they investigated.
"Did you come with Spider-Man?"
From Gwen's actions, Lynn could tell what she was thinking, so he questioned her in the manner he would a subordinate.
"No, I saw the news that a battle was happening here, and because I was worried they would harm innocent people, I rushed over."
"But Mr. Hall, I met him during the day, and he said he wanted to join our organization!"
Gwen deliberately emphasized the word "organization" specifically for Spider-Man to hear, wanting to make it seem like a very large organization.
Hearing Gwen say this, Lynn immediately understood her meaning.
He turned his head to Peter Parker and smiled, "We meet again, Spider-Man."
"Uh, hello, Mr. Hall, I'm really sorry about the misunderstanding in the alley last time, but I didn't expect the organization behind Spider-Woman to be yours."
"Did Spider-Woman join the FBI? Please don't misunderstand, I have no intention of prying into your privacy; I just want to understand your organization, or perhaps..."
Looking at Peter Parker, who was worried about being misunderstood and leaving a bad impression, Lynn Hallsmiled, "Don't be nervous, I'm not that scary, am I?"
"Of course, I just..."
"I understand what you mean."
Facing the somewhat nervous Peter Parker, a thought suddenly popped into Lynn's mind.
Perhaps, it would be great to establish a superhero organization himself, which would also make it easier for him to gain favorability from superheroes.
Thinking of this, Lynn looked at Spider-Man seriously and said, "Spider-Woman is indeed a member of the organization, and this organization is not official, nor is it under the jurisdiction of the FBI; it exists independently!"
"The organization's philosophy is actually very simple: with great power comes great responsibility! This Worldis too dangerous, so people with abilities are needed to protect the safety of ordinary people!"
"The organization welcomes all partners with a sense of justice to join!"
Hearing Lynn say this, Peter Parker's eyes widened under his mask.
"With great power comes great responsibility? That's so cool, Mr. Lynn, may I ask..."
"Don't rush, now is not the right time for a conversation."
Looking at the somewhat excited Peter Parker, Lynnpointed to Tony Stark, who had once again been thrown by the Iron Monger, and said, "After this is over, I will come to find you."
"We can discuss this matter then."
"Uh..."
Hearing Lynn say this, Peter Parker nodded quickly.
On the other side.
Tony Stark, thrown away, lay on the ground, panting heavily; the energy displayed by his armor was almost exhausted at this moment.
"Tony, do you need help over there?"
Seeing Tony Stark not getting up for a long time, Lynn Hall asked.
"Damn it, alright, Lynn, I think I do need your help."
"Damn it, if Obadiah Stane hadn't stolen my Arc Reactor, forcing me to use an old one to fight, I would have dealt with him long ago!"
Lynn smiled at Tony's stubborn words.
Peter Parker, standing nearby, was just about to volunteer, wanting to show off in front of Lynn.
But he saw Lynn wave his hand, then said to Polaris, who was watching the show beside him, "Lorna, this big guy is yours!"
Hearing Lynn say he was entrusting the big guy to her.
Polaris coolly nodded, then walked towards the battlefield.
"Mr. Lynn, is this little girl also from your organization? I see she's only in her teens now, she... my God!"
Peter Parker watched as Polaris, with just a blink of an eye, heavily pressed the Iron Monger, who was charging towards Tony Stark, onto the ground.
Immediately, a layer of green energy covered the Iron Monger armor, and then the armor gradually began to peel open.
Seeing this, Peter Parker asked Lynn with a look of surprise, "This is too cool, what is her ability? Is it the ability to control magnetic fields and metal?"
"Also, Mr. Hall, is she also a member of the organization?"
Lynn Hall did not answer Peter Parker's surprised tone.
He walked forward, looked at Obadiah Stane, who had been stripped from his armor, then walked to the NYPD who had arrived and showed his badge.
He took a pair of handcuffs from them and cuffed Obadiah Stane.
Facing Obadiah Stane, who was staring at him with hatred and constantly cursing, Lynn Hall smiled, "It's not too late to take revenge on me when you go to hell!"
After speaking, Lynn stuffed him into a police car and simultaneously said to Tony Stark, "Tony, this guy has already constituted a threat to national security, so he belongs to me!"
Facing Lynn's "reason," Tony mistakenly thought Lynnwas worried that he would soften again and let him go, and that he would continue to pose a threat to him and Pepper in the future.
So he was preparing to deal with him as a friend.
Thinking of this, Tony Stark nodded.
At the same time, inside S.H.I.E.L.D.
"What a spectacular show."
Watching everything unfolding on the computer, Nick Fury looked up at Hill: "See, the battle between Tony Stark and Obadiah Stane actually attracted Spider-Woman and Spider-Man, whom we've been watching."
"Hill, I've read your assessment report on Spider-Womanand Spider-Man. Do you think S.H.I.E.L.D. can recruit them?"
Facing Nick Fury's question, Hill said, "Initially, I had a 70% certainty, because once they know what kind of help S.H.I.E.L.D. can offer them, it will be very difficult for them to refuse."
"But now I believe the possibility has decreased to 30%, or even lower!"
"Because of Lynn Hall?"
"Exactly!"
Nodding, Hill looked at Nick Fury and said, "At first, the media's focus was always on Tony Stark and Obadiah Stane."
"But ever since Spider-Woman and Spider-Manappeared, they have attracted the attention of the media and the public."
"From the footage they shot, Spider-Woman and Spider-Man clearly know Lynn Hall."
At this point, Hill used a holographic projection to enlarge the video screenshot she had just taken on her tablet: "After Spider-Woman came to Lynn's side, although she didn't appear to be that familiar with Lynn Hall."
"But when she was talking to Lynn, her body subconsciously turned towards Lynn Hall, and throughout the entire process, she showed no defensive awareness whatsoever."
"This kind of subconscious closeness and trust is something ordinary people cannot achieve."
"As for Spider-Man, although he also knows Lynn Hall, he doesn't have the subconscious intimacy that Spider-Woman displayed."
Hearing Hill's analysis, Nick Fury nodded in agreement.
However, he focused more attention on the three women around Lynn Hall.
"Barbara Kent, codenamed Smuggler, her ability is to open portals to transport people or objects to designated locations."
"When Coulson and Lynn first found Smuggler, he had tried to get Barbara Kent to join S.H.I.E.L.D., but clearly, she trusted Lynn Hall more."
"As for the other two girls... the girl with dark green hair has an ability very similar to Magneto!"
At this point, Nick Fury looked at Hill and said, "Now, with Lynn as the core, several people with extraordinary abilities have gathered around him. Hill, send someone to approach Lynn again. Although he has repeatedly refused Coulson's invitations."
"But I always feel that he should belong to S.H.I.E.L.D.!"
Hearing Nick Fury's order, Hill, although she didn't know where he got such abundant confidence, still stood up and said, "Okay, this time I will have Natasha go for the recruitment."
Watching Hill turn and leave, Nick Fury opened a drawer and glanced inside.
What was placed in the drawer was a proposal for a superhero team.
The attention generated by the great battle between Tony Stark and Obadiah Stane was very high.
It sparked a craze in just a few days.
This battle not only attracted the attention of HYDRA and S.H.I.E.L.D., but even the Military took action.
Although Tony Stark had long announced the permanent closure of Stark Industries' weapons division, and many Military orders had even been snatched by Hammer Industries.
But ultimately, the Military trusted the weapons manufactured by Stark Industries more.
Initially, when Tony Stark appeared in his armor but claimed it was a mechanical prosthesis to the media, the Military wanted to order these "mechanical prostheses."
However, after Tony refused, they didn't push the issue.
But now, seeing the battle between what Tony called a mechanical prosthesis and the Iron Monger, they felt this was exactly the weapon the Military needed most.
In the past few days, countless people have tried to persuade Tony Stark to manufacture the armor for the Military.
Even Rhodes had to repeatedly approach Tony Stark on orders.
Of course, in front of this group of "crazy" Militarypersonnel, a certain Colonel's focus was different.
And at this moment, the Colonel appeared exceptionally irritable.
"F***, you are all idiots! Since that warrant has been issued, why aren't you searching meticulously?"
"Open your dog eyes and look carefully, she inherited Magneto's abilities, you damn pigs, if you had been more diligent, you could have caught her earlier."
"Then there would be a perfect gene sample in the laboratory right now!"
Listening to Colonel Stryker's continuous angry curses, all the Military subordinates lowered their heads, not daring to speak.
After Stryker finished his tantrum, one of the officers cautiously said, "Colonel, I don't think it's too late to find her whereabouts now."
"She and her companion still have a Military warrant on them, we can find Lynn Hall."
Before the officer could finish speaking, Stryker slammed the documents onto his face, "F***, are you an idiot? What you can think of, Lynn Hall, as an FBI Agent, couldn't think of it too?"
"He's already brought Magneto's daughter with him, do you still think that warrant from two years ago is useful?"
"If we go knocking on his door asking for her now, do you believe Lynn Hall won't just refuse to hand her over, but will also immediately turn his attention to me? Don't forget the Tailhook incident back then..."
Mid-sentence, Stryker suddenly fell silent.
After all, it was a scandal...
Taking a deep breath, Stryker waved his hand, dismissing everyone, then, after a moment of contemplation, he dialed his superior's number.
Tony Stark's matter was completely resolved, but Lynn Hall did not choose to send Obadiah Stane directly to VIP Room One.
Instead, he temporarily imprisoned him, waiting for this period of intense scrutiny to pass before personally having Obadiah Stane "commit suicide" in prison.
Sitting in his office, Lynn Hall reviewed the information on his "opponent."
Although Director Duke implied in his words that the position of Agent Supervisor would be his next year.
But before the actual results are out, it's best not to easily trust promises.
Moreover, Kenny Davis's uncle is the Deputy Minister of the Department of Justice!
Although the FBI has great power, it is under the jurisdiction of the Department of Justice.
Even the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigationhas to give face to the Deputy Minister of the Department of Justice.
Not to mention James Duke.
Even if his other identity is HYDRA.
Lynn absolutely believed that once the Department of Justice put some pressure, or if the Deputy Minister and James Duke "discussed" the position of Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation two years later,
Then James Duke would absolutely abandon him without hesitation!
People, one must rely on themselves!
Jessica said Kenny Davis was preparing to deal with him.
Therefore, Lynn decided to make Kenny Davis disappear in a reasonable, verifiable, physical manner.
It would be even better if he could send his uncle to hell too!
Flipping through Kenny Davis's information in his hand, Lynn searched for a suitable target.
Over the years, in order to get promoted, Kenny Davis had "harmed" many people, even causing many families to be ruined.
So, for a time, Lynn found that there were simply too many targets he could use.
After a selection, Lynn Hall discovered a candidate named Jonathan Polly.
Jonathan Polly, twenty-seven years old, a former top-tier rich second generation.
His father founded a biotechnology company thirty years ago, and even had close cooperation with Osborn Industries.
However, three months ago, his father was suddenly investigated by the FBI, and then indicted for endangering U.S. public safety, and was not allowed bail.
Jonathan Polly constantly ran around trying to help his father, but before the lawsuit even began, Old Polly mysteriously committed suicide in prison!
It goes without saying, this was a man-made "suicide."
After Old Polly's death, Polly Company declared bankruptcy and was acquired, and Jonathan Polly, the rich second generation, went bankrupt overnight.
Now, the Villa where Kenny Davis lives was once the Polly family's Villa!
After seeing this information, Lynn Hall picked up the phone and called Alice.
A few minutes later, Alice arrived at Lynn Hall's office.
In the evening, in a bar in New York.
Lynn Hall sat on a chair, drinking a cocktail, his peripheral vision watching Jonathan Polly, who was sitting in the corner, looking dispirited.
According to the investigation, for the past three months, whenever Jonathan Polly was in a bad mood, he would come to this bar to drink his sorrows away.
Even if he only had a few dozen dollars left.
Taking the beer handed over by the bartender, Jonathan Polly's heart was filled with grief and indignation.
His expenses for one night used to be enough to buy this bar.
But now, he was reduced to drinking only this cheap alcohol.
He also thought of the friends who used to surround him, flattering him endlessly, but who now had disgusting, condescending expressions when he sought their help.
Jonathan Polly's heart was filled with rage!
"F***, they're all sons of bitches!"
After cursing angrily, Jonathan Polly picked up his glass and drank it all in one gulp.
Family, wealth, friends—he had lost everything overnight.
Even his girlfriend had abandoned him and become the plaything of that damn FBI Agent.
After drinking several glasses of wine, Jonathan was now a little tipsy.
Just as he was filled with sorrow and indignation, a beautiful woman walked up and said with a smile, "Handsome, mind if I join your table?"
Looking at the woman who suddenly approached him, the somewhat tipsy Jonathan looked up.
For some reason, he felt that the girl in front of him had a similar demeanor to his first love.
"Drinking alone is too boring, how about we keep each other company?"
Saying that, the woman asked the bartender for two drinks, and then started chatting with Jonathan.
Not far away.
Seeing this scene, Lynn Hall withdrew his gaze.
Alice's bait had been cast, and the plan to kill with a broken heart was officially underway.
"Handsome, can I buy you a drink?"
Just as Lynn was about to leave, a tall, beautiful woman approached Lynn and struck up a conversation.
Not far away.
Natasha, who had been holding a drink and was also preparing to walk over to strike up a conversation with Lynn, saw that someone had beaten her to it.
She then sat back down on her chair.
At the same time, her gaze watched Lynn's direction with interest.
Having just returned from a mission, Natasha Romanoffhad originally planned to take a few days off.
But unexpectedly, Hill asked her to find a way to recruit Lynn Hall.
Even more coincidentally, Lynn Hall appeared at the bar she frequently visited.
Although it was a coincidence, upon seeing her target appear, Natasha quickly formulated a recruitment plan in her mind.
Unfortunately, before she could even make her move, Lynn was approached by someone else first.
After chatting for a while, Lynn actually left the bar with the woman.
Natasha pouted, then followed them out.
In the alley.
"Hehe, you're too impatient, aren't you? I don't think this is a good place to do business."
Watching Lynn eagerly lead her into a deserted alley, the woman covered her mouth and chuckled.
But before she could say anything more, the next second Lynn Hall suddenly reached out and squeezed her neck, lifting her up and pressing her against the wall.
"You let go."
She grabbed Lynn's wrist with both hands, wanting him to let go, but the intense feeling of suffocation made her feel dizzy.
The hand on her neck seemed as if it could snap her neck with just a slight increase in force.
Before she could even beg for mercy, she heard Lynn Hall's voice, somewhat cold, say, "What's your purpose in approaching me? Mystique Raven?"
Yes, the woman who had just approached him was indeed Mystique Raven.
No other reason, the system's prompt rang in his ear the moment she approached him.
"Raven Darkholme, Favorability: 2"
Although he didn't know why Mystique would have a favorability of 2 towards him,
But Lynn guessed that it was very likely related to PolarisLorna.
Other than that, Lynn couldn't think of a second explanation.
After all, as an old friend of Magneto, it was normal for Mystique to know of Polaris's existence!
Just as Lynn was about to interrogate Mystique by choking her neck, the next second, a series of thunderclaps suddenly echoed in the night sky.
As the lightning tore through the night sky, illuminating the alley, Storm Ororo and Phoenix Jean Grey descended from the sky.
"Long time no see, Mr. Hall!"
Looking at Lynn Hall, who was holding Mystique's neck with one hand, Phoenix walked forward and greeted him.
"Long time no see."
Looking at Jean Grey and Ororo, Lynn Hall asked, "Are you here for her? Also, I said last time, you can just call me Lynn."
"All right, Lynn, we are indeed here for Raven."
Nodding, Jean Grey said, "Since the Mutant War, the members of the Brotherhood of Mutants have been scattered all over the World."
"During this time, we have been tracking their whereabouts, but we have never found them."
"Until this evening, Professor suddenly sensed Raven's whereabouts, so he sent us over."
At this point, Jean Grey stepped forward: "Lynn, I know this request is a bit much, but can you hand her over to us to take back?"
"Professor wants to know what conspiracy Raven has been planning during her disappearance."
Hearing Jean Grey's request, Lynn Hall glanced at Ravenin his hand, whose face was flushed from suffocation.
He thought for a moment, then handed her over to Jean Grey.
"Thank you, Lynn."
Seeing that Lynn Hall actually agreed to her request,
Jean Grey, who had expected to have to argue a lot and still find it difficult to achieve her goal, was incredibly surprised at this moment.
Although she knew from the previous Adam Morrisincident that Lynn Hall held goodwill towards Mutants,
But she didn't expect him to actually be willing to trust them.
"Jean Grey Favorability: 4"
Hearing the system prompt, Jean Grey's favorability increased by 1 point compared to last time.
Lynn looked at Jean Grey, who was thanking him sincerely, and said, "You're welcome. Although others or some official organizations hold hostility towards Mutants, I am an exception."
"Ororo Favorability: 4"
"Raven Darkholme Favorability: 3"
Listening to the system's prompts, Mystique's favorability actually increased by 1 point again.
Lynn also felt a slight surprise.
After thanking Lynn once more, Jean Grey and Ororo left with Mystique.
After the three disappeared, Lynn's gaze turned to the other side: "You've been eavesdropping for so long, now that they're gone, you should come out!"
As Lynn's words fell, Natasha stepped out of the darkness: "I didn't expect you to have goodwill towards Mutants."
"Although, you just allowed Jean Grey to take Mystique, wanting to shift the trouble to the X-Men."
"Who are you?"
Looking at the Black Widow who walked out of the shadows, Lynn asked, pretending not to know her.
Yes, the reason Lynn allowed Phoenix to take Ravenaway was indeed to throw the trouble out.
Since Magneto's capture, many members of the Brotherhood of Mutants have gone into hiding.
Lynn had heard Scott mention it during the previous mission to capture Adam Morris.
He guessed that as one of the main members of the Brotherhood of Mutants, Mystique Raven still had some Brotherhood of Mutants members under her control.
Now, Mystique had proactively approached him in the bar, and although he didn't know her purpose, he was certain she wanted to use him for something.
But now that she had been taken away by Jean Grey, the trouble had shifted to the X-Men.
"S.H.I.E.L.D., Natasha Romanoff."
Facing Lynn's question, Natasha shrugged and said, "Director wants me to recruit you, Mr. Hall. You've had contact with S.H.I.E.L.D., so you should understand that compared to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, S.H.I.E.L.D. can..."
"I have no interest in S.H.I.E.L.D. whatsoever."
Before Natasha could finish, Lynn Hall interrupted her.
"Just as Coulson said, the more you refuse, the more Furywants to get you."
Speaking of this, Natasha smiled at Lynn: "Let's not talk about these things. Want to go for another drink? It's on me."
Facing Natasha's invitation, Lynn Hall refused.
After Lynn Hall left, Natasha took out her phone and called Hill.
"Lynn Hall refused?"
"Yes, and I found that he seems to be full of distrust towards S.H.I.E.L.D."
As she walked out of the alley, Natasha said, "Although he didn't show it obviously, I could sense his repulsion towards S.H.I.E.L.D. from his words."
"How could that be?"
Hearing Natasha say this, Hill on the other end of the phone said, "Coulson has recruited him more than once. Although Lynn Hall refused every time, he never showed any repulsion towards S.H.I.E.L.D."
"Not to mention distrust. Where did this emotion come from? Unless something happened during this period, it would lead to his distrust of S.H.I.E.L.D."
"I don't know that!"
Back in the car, Natasha started the car and said, "But he really doesn't trust S.H.I.E.L.D."
"Oh, right, I'm going to drive back to the apartment, but I've had two drinks. If I get caught by the traffic police, don't forget to cancel my ticket."
"After all, I had two extra drinks because of the mission."
Without waiting for Hill's reply, Natasha directly hung up the phone.
On the other side.
Sitting in the passenger seat, Lynn thought about his conversation with Natasha.
His subtle display of repulsion and distrust towards S.H.I.E.L.D. must have been noticed by the Black Widow. This was his foreshadowing for selling out HYDRA in the future.
When HYDRA is exposed in the future, he will also have an excuse!
Leaning back in the passenger seat, Lynn had Alice start the car.
After all, he had been drinking, so how could he drive himself?
"Boss, Claire has approached Jonathan Polly as planned. It won't be long before the penniless Jonathan falls madly in love with Claire."
"So, Boss, what should we do next?"
Facing Alice's question, Lynn looked at the constantly receding night view outside the car window and said, "I want to drive Jonathan completely insane, and then personally kill Kenny Davis, that enemy."
"That's not easy, Boss. Claire isn't a professional Agentafter all. She's been working as an escort in Portland..."
"You're not a man, Alice. Although you also like women, you don't know how to truly destroy a man!"
Hearing Boss say that, Alice clicked her tongue.
After driving Lynn back to his apartment.
Looking at Lynn, who was getting out of the car and preparing to leave, Alice suddenly said, "Boss, although I'm not a real man, Laura is 13, Lorna is 14. Boss, you, a real man, must control yourself!"
"Get lost!"
Hearing Lynn curse, Alice chuckled, then drove away from the spot.
Inside Xavier's School.
Seeing Jean Grey and Ororo bring Mystique back.
Professor X, sitting in a wheelchair, smiled gently and said, "You've worked hard."
"It's nothing, Professor. The process of capturing Mystique this time was very simple. When we found her, she had already been controlled by Lynn."
"Oh?"
Hearing Jean Grey say this, Professor X asked curiously, "Is it the Mr. Lynn Hall, the FBI Agent you mentioned last time, who is benevolent towards us Mutants?"
"Yes, Professor."
After recounting the events, Jean Grey smiled and said, "I thought I would have to waste more words today, but I didn't expect Lynn to just hand her over to us."
Speaking of this, Jean Grey whispered, "It's a pity, although Lynn is benevolent towards Mutants and is one of the few official members willing to befriend Mutants, we cannot use his power for the bill we proposed."
"Otherwise..."
"You're too impatient, Jean. Sooner or later, we can achieve peaceful coexistence between Mutants and ordinary people through our own efforts."
Hearing their conversation, Mystique on the side chuckled.
"What are you laughing at?"
Looking at Mystique's smile, Wolverine Logan, holding a beer, frowned and asked.
"What am I laughing at? Of course, I'm laughing at you."
Looking at everyone in the room, Mystique said disdainfully, "Let's not even talk about your foolish ideal of peaceful coexistence. Let's talk about your way of making friends."
"You keep saying that Lynn is a friend of Mutants, that he is benevolent towards you, but you want to use his benevolence and identity to achieve your goals."
"And you feel regretful when your goals cannot be achieved. Tsk, is this your so-called friend? No wonder Erik looks down on you!"
Hearing Mystique's words, everyone present was stunned, and a hint of shame flashed in the eyes of Jean Grey and Storm.
They did have that idea, after all, Lynn's identity was there.
But after hearing Mystique's words, both of them felt very ashamed.
"I'm sorry, I was wrong, Professor. I was too utilitarian. I will find an opportunity to apologize to Lynn."
Listening to Jean Grey admitting her mistake, Professor Xsmiled and nodded.
Turning to Mystique, Professor X asked, "Raven..."
"Don't waste your breath. Can't you read other people's thoughts?"
Before Professor X could finish, Mystique said, "So if you want to know something, go see for yourself!"
Hearing Mystique say this, Professor X whispered, "Raven, everything you and Erik have done..."
This time, it wasn't Mystique who interrupted Professor X, but the alarm sounding within the academy.
The moment the alarm sounded, everyone in the room immediately stood up.
"Scott, you and Logan go protect the children. Ororo, let's go out and meet the enemy!"
Jean Grey immediately took command. No matter who the enemy was this time, the first thing to do was to protect the safety of the Mutant students.
Watching everyone leave, Professor X used his ability to directly read Raven's thoughts.
The moment he saw Raven's plan, Professor X's face instantly became grave.
"Raven, you will kill all Mutants like this!"
"Heh, your ways are outdated, Charles!"
Looking at Professor X, a hint of madness appeared on Raven's face: "Erik is right!"
At the same time, inside the Pentagon.
Guards continuously escorted officials to the Underground Room, while some Guards continuously fired at the invading Mutants.
White House.
Amidst a series of piercing alarms, Guards continuously escorted the President into the safe room, while constantly calling for Military support.
Inside a Military Base in New Jersey.
Screams rose and fell, and the flashes of explosions and bullets lit up the night.
Outside the special prison where Magneto was held.
Glancing at the time, the Mutant hiding in the darkness said to his companion beside him, "Smith, we can act now, right?"
"Wait a little longer!"
Staring at the prison, which was heavily guarded by the Military, Smith's expression showed no impatience.
Time passed minute by minute, and when the lights in this special prison suddenly went out.
Smith's hands turned into two long blades: "Act!"
As Smith gave the order, the next moment, all the members of the Brotherhood of Mutants around immediately launched an attack.
Just a moment later, screams continuously echoed from inside and outside the prison!
At the same time, at James Duke's home.
"What? Damn it, those Mutants actually caused such a big commotion. They even dared to attack the Pentagonand the Presidential Palace?"
Hearing the Federal Bureau of Investigation Director's displeased tone on the other end of the phone, James Duke said gravely, "Don't worry, Director, I will immediately be on alert here!"
After hanging up the phone, James Duke dialed Alexander Pierce's number.
As the call connected, James Duke said directly, "Pierce, you know what just happened, right!"
On the other end of the phone.
Waving his hand, he motioned for Sitwell to leave.
When he was alone in the office, Alexander Pierce smiled and said, "How could I not know about such a big thing?"
"S.H.I.E.L.D. dispatched personnel immediately after receiving the news."
"Even Nick Fury personally led a team to the White House for support, heh..."
Hearing Pierce say this, James Duke said, "I didn't expect that after we rounded up most of the Brotherhood of Mutants members, the remaining ones could still cause such a big commotion."
"Isn't this a good thing, James Duke? You are the Directorof the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the White House is in Washington D.C., and the Pentagon is in Arlington, they are all in Washington."
"So this matter doesn't involve New York. Even if the Department of Justice blames someone, the Federal Bureau of Investigation Director will take the fall."
"Moreover, maybe after certain people are enraged, your position might even move up earlier."
Facing Pierce's statement, James Duke lit a cigar and said, "That's what I thought too, heh heh, but we still have to put on a show."
After hanging up the phone, James Duke dialed another number.
Half an hour later, inside the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation.
"What on earth happened?"
Miller Field, who had rushed over, looked at Supervisor Rich Hood's grave expression.
He then leaned close to Lynn and whispered as they walked towards Director Duke's office.
"You don't know?"
Seeing Miller, who had rushed over so quickly that he hadn't even had time to wipe off the lipstick on his face, Lynn handed him a tissue and said, "Wipe the lipstick off your face."
Taking the tissue Lynn handed him, Miller Field's face turned red: "This was left by my wife, not a college student!"
Chapter 62: The military? Lin En's tough attitude!
Looking at Miller Field, who was somewhat embarrassed, Lynn Hall said, "Whether it's your wife or a college student."
"At this time, you must be careful and never offend Director."
Hearing Lynn say this, Miller Field nodded repeatedly.
Wiping off the lipstick stain, he asked, "So, what big deal happened that gathered all of us so late at night?"
"Something big really happened!"
While walking towards the Director's office, Lynn told Miller what had happened.
Behind them, another Assistant Agent Supervisor, Alan Maxi, had a very gloomy expression.
As an Assistant Agent Supervisor, Alan Maxi naturally knew that next year Rich Hood would be given a ceremonial position, and the new Agent Supervisor would be chosen from among the four of them.
But before the family congressmen behind him could exert their influence, the Internal Affairs Departmentactually got their "criminal evidence" first.
When he saw that evidence, Alan's cold sweat started to pour down.
If it were peacetime, this so-called "criminal evidence" would not be a big deal.
But it just happened at this time.
Later, after Director Duke called him over and reprimanded him, the matter was quietly brushed aside.
But Alan knew that regarding the competition for the Supervisor position, he was already out!
His gaze swept over Lynn Hall, Alan thought for a moment, then shook his head.
It couldn't be him. After all, although Lynn's ability was the strongest among them, he was too young.
And his only backing was the New York Police Department's Director adoptive father, but within the Federal Bureau of Investigation, George Stacy had less say than his family's congressmen.
Miller Field was also impossible; he was just a commoner.
So, who has the best chance of becoming Supervisor next year?
Thinking of this, Alan Maxi stared intently at Kenny Davis.
His own family had several congressmen, but Kenny's paternal uncle was the Deputy Minister of the Department of Justice.
So, after he was out, the only one who could become Supervisor was him!
FUXX! This bastard!
Feeling the sharp gaze from behind him, Kenny Davisturned his head and glanced.
When he saw Alan's eyes, Kenny Davis didn't take it seriously.
It was just the gaze of a loser. In the future, who knows how this guy will grovel to him!
Yes, Kenny thought the same as Alan Maxi; the only one qualified to compete with him was Alan.
As for Lynn and Miller?
Although he valued Lynn and was preparing to make a move on him.
But, it was only to eliminate Lynn's last bit of possibility.
He knew Lynn's abilities, so he planned to slowly train Lynn after becoming Supervisor and completely turn Lynninto his dog!
Watching the two of them stare at each other, Miller Field, who was beside them, sneered in his heart.
Two fools, they still don't know how much Director and Supervisor value Lynn!
Indeed, if he hadn't had his application for that small town incident rejected last time, he probably wouldn't have known how much weight Lynn held in Director's heart.
Inside the Director's office.
When Rich brought Lynn and the others to Director Duke's office, the heads of all departments were already present.
Seeing that everyone had arrived, James Duke said angrily, "You should know what has happened, right?"
"Damn it, those insane Mutants actually attacked the Pentagon and the White House."
"This is a provocation, a naked provocation by Mutants against our Federal Bureau of Investigation."
"Our FBI's duty is to protect the nation's security. We absolutely cannot let go of these Mutants who endanger national security!"
Speaking of this, James Duke looked at everyone: "From now on, the New York Federal Bureau of Investigationenters an emergency state, and all departments will take action."
"Once a Mutant enters New York, it's better to arrest the wrong person than to let a single one go!"
"Yes, Director!"
Hearing Director Duke's order, everyone immediately stood up and replied.
"Additionally, the Field Operations Department will dispatch an elite squad to Washington, led by an Assistant Supervisor, to assist Headquarters in apprehending those damned Mutants!"
Hearing Director Duke's words, Rich Hood looked at the four Assistant Agent Supervisors behind him.
Receiving Rich's gaze, before Lynn could speak, Kenny Davis spoke first: "Director, I request to personally lead this mission."
This was an opportunity to make a good impression at Headquarters, so Kenny Davis naturally was the first to step forward and apply.
Alan Maxi, who was beside him, also stepped forward to apply.
Although he was out of the Supervisor competition next year, if he could make a great contribution in this operation, he might have a chance to re-enter the competition.
Seeing Alan and Kenny volunteer, Director Duke nodded, then looked at Lynn Hall.
"Director, I recommend Miller to lead this mission."
Seeing Director Duke's gaze, Lynn said, "Since Mutants have caused such a big commotion in Washington this time, Headquarters will definitely send out elites for the capture operation."
"At this time, everyone's attention is focused on Washington, and no one can be sure whether New Yorkwill become the Mutants' next target."
"So, compared to Washington, New York is also very important."
"Miller's leadership ability is very strong, and his character is stable enough. He doesn't seek glory or act rashly, so I think he is the best candidate to lead this mission!"
Hearing that Lynn actually recommended Miller to "show his face," Kenny and Alan both looked at him.
He didn't volunteer for such a prominent task, but instead recommended someone else.
Does he not want to compete for the Supervisor position?
Hearing Lynn's recommendation, Director Duke thought for a few seconds, then nodded: "Rich, arrange the personnel and have Miller immediately lead the team to Washington!"
"Yes, Director!"
"Alright, everyone go prepare. I want you to monitor every corner of New York!"
"Also, Lynn, stay!"
Hearing Director Duke's order, everyone went to prepare, only Lynn remained seated.
After everyone had left, Director Duke took a cigar from a drawer and tossed it to Lynn: "I thought you would volunteer to go to Washington."
"After all, making an appearance in front of the Presidentand the Minister of Justice would be beneficial for your future!"
Taking the cigar and getting up to pour Director Duke a glass of water, Lynn Hall smiled: "Director, compared to Washington, I am more concerned about your safety."
"So it's better for me to stay in New York. If the Mutants go crazy and really attack our New York Federal Bureau of Investigation, I can protect you, can't I?"
"You!"
Raising his hand and pointing at Lynn, James Dukechuckled and lit his cigar.
Why didn't Lynn volunteer to lead the team to Washington?
Actually, the reason was very simple.
Lynn knew that even if he led the team, it would just be a formality.
Did he really expect to make a contribution in Washington and gain the appreciation of the Headquarters Director?
Don't be ridiculous.
It was better to stay in New York and butter up Director Duke, playing the role of a loyal subordinate, which would be more effective.
Taking a puff of his cigar, Director Duke looked at Lynnwith satisfaction and asked, "Did you buy the stock of that company they recommended you at the last Brotherhoodgathering?"
"I've already bought it, Director. The price of that stock is going crazy."
After Lynn heard this insider information at the gathering, he asked his securities manager, Daniel, to sell the Stark Industries stock and buy all of the one they recommended.
The Stark Industries stock, bought for five hundred thousand, had increased more than ten times. After cashing out over six million, he bought all the stock of this new company.
In just a few days, the stock price of this newly listed company soared.
Even if he asked Daniel to sell it now, his assets would exceed thirty million U.S. dollars.
Tsk, and he hasn't even joined HYDRA yet.
Hearing Lynn's answer, Director Duke chuckled and nodded: "This is the benefit of being a Brotherhoodmember. Only by sticking together and helping each other can we go further."
"This is all thanks to your promotion, Director. Without you, I probably wouldn't even be qualified to join the Brotherhood."
"Hehe, we won't treat our own people unfairly."
"By the way, Director, I met Mystique from the Brotherhood of Mutants tonight."
After telling Director Duke what happened, Lynn said, "So I had the X-Men take Mystique back."
"What the Mutants did in Washington may not necessarily repeat in New York."
Hearing Lynn describe what happened, James Dukenodded.
Lynn was right; since the Mutants could do such insane things in Washington, then New York might become their next target.
At that time, City Hall and the Federal Bureau of Investigation building might both become targets for Mutants.
Lynn's choice to stay in New York at this time, saying he would protect him, was definitely not an empty promise!
Thinking of this, Director Duke looked at Lynn with even more satisfaction!
Capable, courageous, resourceful, and loyal to him.
What a perfect subordinate!
Thinking of this, Director Duke suddenly said, "Lynn, accompany me to Los Angeles at the end of the month!"
"Yes, Director!"
Hearing Director say this, Lynn Hall nodded.
Although he didn't know why Director Duke suddenly wanted to take him to Los Angeles.
But Lynn Hall felt that perhaps this trip to Los Angeleswould be when Director Duke would reveal to him that he was HYDRA!
Back in his office.
Lynn Hall looked at Miller Field, who was standing at his office door, and said, "Why don't you go in?"
"The Supervisor of Internal Affairs Department is in your office."
Facing Lynn's question, Miller Field shrugged: "I don't know if Alan or Kenny reported you to the Internal Affairs Department, but her expression didn't look right, so be careful."
Speaking of this, Miller looked at Lynn very seriously and said, "Thank you!"
"You're welcome!"
Raising his hand and patting Miller on the shoulder, Lynnsaid, "I won't let my own people suffer!"
Nodding to Lynn, Miller Field turned and left.
He was about to lead the team to Washingtonimmediately, and there were many things to prepare.
But even so, he still specifically waited for Lynn to return to thank him.
This already meant that he was showing his attitude to Lynn.
Returning to the office, he saw Jessica sitting on his desk with her legs crossed.
Closing the office door, Lynn walked over, picked her up, and placed her on the desk.
"Aren't you going to prepare? What are you doing here?"
As he spoke, Lynn lifted Jessica's hand with the engagement ring, looked at her fair and delicate skin, and then placed that hand where it should be.
"Of course, it's to remind you to be careful lately."
With one hand, she pulled open the shackles symbolizing Lynn's destiny, and her fair, tender hand grasped the spear of destiny.
"What do you mean, someone else is trying to deal with me?"
Lynn slapped Jessica's Hips (buttocks) in annoyance, saying, "Last time it was Kenny Davis, who is it this time?"
"I've always been friendly to people, but why does it sound like I've offended the whole World when it comes from your mouth?"
Facing Lynn's "beating," Jessica grumbled twice: "Isn't it because of your little lover?"
Turning to lie on the desk, Jessica twisted her head and said, "Do you think the Military couldn't find out that your green-haired little lover is Magneto's daughter?"
"Last time, when you dealt with Obadiah Stane, your little lover was already targeted by the Military."
Colonel Stryker, who is responsible for dealing with Mutants, didn't dare to ask you for people, so he went to his superior.
Coupled with the Brotherhood of Mutants attacking the White House and the Pentagon this time, I'm afraid the Military will come knocking very soon.
Hearing Jessica say that, Lynn Hall leaned in and said, "Then let them come. Maybe I can even send a General to prison!"
Feeling Lynn's iron-like 'toughness,' Jessica's light green pupils gradually narrowed, and her voice became intermittent as she said, "This is what my fiancé heard, so I informed you as soon as I got the news."
Halfway through her sentence, Jessica couldn't continue.
Listening to Jessica alternately calling out to God and then resorting to 'F' words, Lynn leaned closer, thinking he should teach her some more elegant vocabulary.
After all, she graduated from Yale University. How could her vocabulary be so limited?
While the two were busy, Jessica's phone suddenly rang.
Picking up the phone and glancing at it, Jessica shushed Lynn: "It's my fiancé's call."
With that, Jessica took a deep breath, then answered the phone.
On the other end of the line, facing his fiancée's calm yet trembling voice, Henry Wayne felt a pang of heartache.
This must be because his fiancée stayed up all night in meetings, and her body couldn't take it anymore!
Alas, as an Agent of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, work is always so busy!
The next morning.
Jonathan Polly, after a night of heavy drinking, slowly woke up from his sleep.
Instinctively shielding his face from the sunlight and looking around, Jonathan realized that he was lying in an unfamiliar room.
He abruptly threw off the covers and sat up from the bed, only to find himself wearing nothing but a pair of shorts.
And the headache from the hangover made Jonathandizzy.
He closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and tried to recall what had happened last night.
It seemed he was drinking at a bar, and then a woman with a very good figure, who resembled his first love, approached him...
"You're awake!"
As the door opened, a woman in a tank top walked in.
"You are?"
Looking at the familiar-looking woman in front of him, Jonathan Polly remembered that she was the one who had approached him at the bar last night.
"Jonathan, it seems you really forgot about me!"
Claire picked up a pair of pants from the floor and handed them to Jonathan, smiling, "That's right, you were a popular figure in school back then. Everyone revolved around you. How could you remember me?"
Hearing Claire say that, Jonathan subconsciously took the pants and put them on.
Just as he was about to say something more, he heard Claire laugh, "Go wash up first. Breakfast is ready."
After speaking, Claire turned and left the room.
Ten minutes later, in the dining room.
"Claire, you mean you also went to Dalton High School?"
Eating breakfast, Jonathan looked at Claire. He truly didn't remember having such a classmate.
"Yes, but we weren't in the same grade. I was one year younger than you."
Handing a slice of bread to Jonathan, Claire's face showed a very healing smile: "Back then, you were the star of the school. No matter where you went, there would be a group of people around you."
"At that time, I even had a crush on you, but unfortunately, you never noticed me."
Facing Claire's honesty, Jonathan was silent for a moment: "I'm sorry, I really don't remember."
"It's okay, after all, it was more than ten years ago."
"I went to Europe for college and just returned to New York a while ago. I didn't expect to see you at the bar last night."
Hearing Claire say that, Jonathan quietly ate his breakfast.
But soon he laughed self-deprecatingly: "You must be disappointed, huh? I didn't expect that after more than ten years, I'd go from a rich second-generation to a homeless person."
"Heh, if you hadn't brought me back last night, I'd probably still be sleeping on a park bench!"
Looking at the self-deprecating Jonathan, Claire reached out and held Jonathan's hand, her face full of a sunny smile: "It's certainly a bit surprising, but not disappointing."
"Life, you know, always has its ups and downs. I believe that as long as you get through this difficult experience, you will always stand up."
"And if you don't have a place to live, you can stay here with me. If you don't have a job, don't worry too much. I still have some savings and can help you until you find work."
At this point, Claire playfully winked: "Although I'm sorry to say this, I've wanted to sleep with you for over ten years."
Looking at Claire's healing smile, like that of an Angel.
For a moment, Jonathan was stunned.
This was a smile he had never seen before. It seemed that within this smile, his heart, which had sunk to the bottom, slowly began to beat again.
"Alright, hurry and eat breakfast. After breakfast, go to the barbershop and tidy up. The Jonathan I remember wouldn't be so sloppy!"
Hearing Claire say that, Jonathan nodded somewhat sheepishly.
Seeing Jonathan lower his head, Claire smiled and turned on the television.
At this moment, all channels on the television were reporting about the Brotherhood of Mutants' attack on the White House and the Pentagon last night.
Although the President and those officials were not injured, the entire Washington entered a state of emergency due to last night's terrorist attack.
At the same time, at the entrance of Midtown High School.
"Don't appear as Spider-Woman for a while."
Gently rubbing Gwen's head as she was acting spoiled, Lynn smiled and said, "Last night's Mutant incident put Washington on full lockdown, and New York also implemented a partial lockdown."
"Now, not only the Federal Bureau of Investigation, but all official organizations are hunting down dangerous elements."
"Including Mutants, gang members, and super-powered individuals. So, it's best for Spider-Woman not to appear during this time, to avoid bringing you unnecessary trouble!"
Hearing Lynn say that, Gwen nodded slightly: "Dad also said to drive home immediately after school."
"If it weren't for the car you gave me for my birthday, Dad would be driving me to school every day."
Resting her head on Lynn's shoulder, Gwen continued to act spoiled.
When it was almost time for class, Gwen finally looked up and said to Lynn, "Next year I'll be going to college. Have you tidied up the room for me?"
"It's already cleaned up, just waiting for you to move in next year. Go to class, you'll be late soon!"
Gently patted Gwen's backside, Lynn said with a smile.
Tiptoeing, Gwen kissed Lynn on the lips, then waved and ran towards the school.
As Gwen ran towards the school, Lynn watched her retreating figure for a while before taking out his phone and sending a text message.
Inside the car.
"Is that Lynn's girlfriend? She's very pretty!"
Laura, who witnessed everything happening outside, looked at Gwen's back and then said to Polaris beside her.
Hearing Laura say that, Polaris also nodded slightly.
However, her face was filled with melancholy, as if she was worried about something.
"Don't worry. Although the Mutants caused such a big commotion last night, our current identity is Agent of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and with Lynn here, no one can hurt us."
Knowing what Lorna was worried about, Laura linked arms with Polaris and comforted her.
"The media says that all the Mutants who attacked the President were members of the Brotherhood of Mutants. I'm worried..."
"Oh, you're just too extreme. You always tend to think the worst!"
Pinching Polaris's cheek, Laura said, "Even if they are all your father's subordinates, what does that have to do with you?"
"If it really implicated you, do you think Lynn would still take us everywhere he goes, like before?"
"I hope so."
Looking at Lynn outside the car window, Polaris said softly.
A few minutes later.
When Peter Parker ran out of the classroom, the first thing he saw was Lynn standing in front of the Chevrolet.
"Agent Lynn, is there something you need from me?"
Coming up to Lynn, Peter Parker asked somewhat cautiously.
He didn't know why Lynn, as an Agent of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, would suddenly seek him out.
It couldn't be that his identity as Spider-Man had been exposed, could it?
"Peter, you've been doing very well recently, and you've gained a lot of admirers online."
Hearing Lynn say that, Peter Parker's heart skipped a beat, but he shook his head calmly and said, "Lynn, I don't understand what you're talking about."
Looking at Peter Parker pretending to be foolish, Lynnsmiled and said, "During the battle between Tony and Obadiah, didn't you ask me about an organization?"
"It just wasn't the right time to discuss it then. I told you I'd contact you later."
"Now, do you understand what I'm talking about, Spider-Man!"
Looking at Lynn's gentle smile, Peter Parker was instantly stunned.
Back in the classroom.
"What's wrong?"
Looking at Peter Parker, who seemed to be in a daze after returning to the classroom.
Harry Osborn asked curiously, "Did Lynn want something from you?"
"Huh? Nothing, nothing."
Seeing his friend's curious expression, Peter Parkerquickly shook his head and said, "The teacher's here!"
Harry, who originally wanted to ask Peter some questions, closed his mouth when he saw the teacher walk into the classroom.
But he was still a little curious, what exactly did his idol want from Peter?
Why was Peter so absent-minded after coming back?
Could it be that Lynn wanted Peter to join the Federal Bureau of Investigation?
Peter Parker didn't know how much Harry envied him at that moment.
His mind kept replaying the words Lynn had said to him after exposing his identity.
He told him not to appear as Spider-Man in New York for a while.
And after things settled down, he would try to recruit him into that organization.
Damn it, how did Lynn find out he was Spider-Man?
He had hidden it so well.
Although he said that besides him, no one else knew that he was Spider-Man.
But... what if others found out?
Thinking of this, Peter Parker became troubled. It seemed that after joining the organization founded by Lynn, he would have to ask him to help hide his identity.
Peter Parker had no resistance to joining the organization founded by Lynn.
After all, that phrase, "With great power comes great responsibility," made Peter Parker feel that having such an organization was simply too cool.
At the same time, on a farm in New Jersey.
"Leader, all the Brotherhood of Mutants members who invaded the White House and the Pentagon are dead."
Looking at Magneto in front of him, Smith reported: "Also, some of the Brotherhood members who invaded Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters were killed or injured, and Raven was even imprisoned by Professor X."
"Leader, I don't understand why you gave this order?"
"Although you were imprisoned in a special prison at the time, we could still easily rescue you with our abilities. There was no need to cause such a huge commotion!"
Facing Smith's questioning, Magneto did not answer.
He just looked at the corn in the farm in front of him and said, "The girl I asked you to monitor, how is she doing now?"
"She just started college, and because she has been hiding her abilities, no one knows she is a Mutant since her parents died."
Hearing Smith's answer, Magneto nodded with satisfaction: "She is our future hope, Smith. Don't worry about the fallen Brotherhood members."
"When hope truly descends, those who sacrificed their lives for the ideal will eventually return to our side!"
Listening to Magneto's rambling, Smith frowned.
Even now, not even Raven knew what Magneto's true purpose was.
The reason they caused such a stir last night was entirely because it was Magneto's order.
However, what he was most worried about now was what to do next.
After all, assassinating the President and invading the Pentagon would definitely lead to a nationwide manhunt by all official organizations!
New York street.
A black Chevrolet was parked in the middle of the road, with rows of Military vehicles blocking its way.
Stryker, who was leading the group, got out of the Military vehicle, and behind him, a group of fully armed soldiers stood guard with their weapons.
"Don't be nervous, you can just stay in the car!"
Lynn comforted Polaris, who was sitting in the back seat and looking a bit worried due to the sudden appearance of the Military, before opening the car door and stepping out.
"Lynn Hall, this is our second meeting!"
Seeing Lynn Hall get out of the car, Colonel Strykerstepped forward and said.
"Heh, such a big show, it's quite intimidating. What, is the Military finally ready to make a move on our Federal Bureau of Investigation?"
Hearing Lynn say that, Stryker said, "Lynn Hall, you should know what my purpose is this time!"
Taking out a document and showing it to Lynn, Stryker's tone was very firm: "As an Agent of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, you should know about last night's events!"
"The President was attacked, officials at the Pentagonwere assassinated, and even Magneto was rescued from prison by those damned Mutants."
"According to our investigation, Lorna Dane in your car is Magneto's daughter and also a Mutant, so I have reason to believe she was also involved in this matter."
"I hope you can hand her over to me, otherwise—"
"Otherwise what? Order my arrest? Or shoot me full of holes?"
Lynn took a cigarette, put it in his mouth, lit it, and then used the lighter to set the document on fire as well.
Seeing this, Stryker's expression immediately turned cold.
Before he could speak, Lynn threw the burning document to the ground.
Then he took a step forward and said, "This is the first time I've heard of a crime where the daughter is also implicated."
"Stryker, you've really opened my eyes!"
"And asking me to hand someone over, what is this document worth? Even if you bring out a document signed by the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, I still won't care!"
"Lynn…"
Looking at Lynn Hall's tough attitude, Stryker frowned and said, "This concerns the country—"
"Don't you dare act like you're loyal to the country in front of me. Either you get the Secretary of the Department of Justice to personally order me to hand over the person, or you have your subordinates shoot me full of holes!"
"Do you dare?"
Poking Stryker's chest with his finger, Lynn Hall sneered, "You don't dare, but I do!"
"From now on, the Federal Bureau of Investigation will be watching your every move and your entire family's 24 hours a day."
"Even if you go to the restroom, I won't let it go. If you and these people make even the slightest abnormal move, I will arrest you all for treason!"
"Lynn Hall!"
Facing Lynn Hall's equally tough attitude, Strykerimmediately clenched his fists.
"Heh, want to order a shot? Come on, if I even frown, I'm a coward!"
"You—"
Staring angrily at Lynn Hall, Stryker hadn't expected this guy to be so tough.
You know, he even got the Department of Defense's document, but...
F*ck, the damned Federal Bureau of Investigation, the damned system!
"Heh, you don't dare?"
Lynn Hall pushed Stryker, who was blocking him, aside and said directly, "Since you don't dare, then tell all your subordinates to get the hell out of my way!"
"A bunch of cowards!"
Watching Lynn Hall turn around, get back in the car, and start the engine, Stryker clenched his fists, his gaze fixed on the Chevrolet.
Listening to the arrogant honking, Stryker took a deep breath, then ordered the Military to clear the road!
Inside the car.
Lynn Hall chuckled as he watched Stryker's impotent rage through the rearview mirror.
Then he asked Laura and Lorna in the back seat, "Didn't scare you two, did I?"
"Of course not."
Hearing Lynn's question, Laura excitedly leaned forward: "Lynn, the way you just made Stryker speechless was so cool."
"This is the first time I've known that the Federal Bureau of Investigation has so much power, that they don't even care about the Department of Defense's approval."
Watching Laura excitedly chattering, Polaris next to her pulled her back and fastened her seatbelt.
However, looking at Lynn, a different emotion appeared in her eyes for the first time.
She lost her parents in early childhood, was "abandoned" by her biological father in childhood, faced discrimination in the orphanage because of her Mutant identity, and then spent over two years hiding after leaving the orphanage.
This was the first time she had experienced a sense of security from someone else.
Although, Polaris's small face was still taut at this moment.
But her eyes unconsciously drifted towards Lynn.
[Lorna Dane's favorability: 5]
Noticing the system's prompt, Lynn continued driving in a good mood.
Laura's favorability hadn't changed, still at 4 points, but Polaris's favorability had directly increased by 2 points.
Although her appearance was still cold, her favorability couldn't lie.
Perhaps it wouldn't be long before Polaris would open up to him!
After returning to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Lynn Hall still told Director Duke about the matter.
Although the Federal Bureau of Investigation is under the Department of Justice and doesn't have to listen to those idiots in the Department of Defense.
But, if there's a mess, you have to let your immediate superior take the blame, right?
Director Duke didn't care at all about Lynn's report.
Even if the Mutants created such a shocking incident, it wasn't up to other departments to dictate to the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Half a month passed in a flash.
In half a month, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, in conjunction with other official organizations, launched a focused crackdown on Mutants.
Many Mutants were arrested.
However, Magneto, who was rescued from prison, was still nowhere to be found, and even few members of the Brotherhood of Mutants were caught.
Washington, which had been in an emergency state, gradually lifted its lockdown, and New York returned to its normal state.
Inside the prison.
"Are you here to gloat?"
Obadiah Stane asked Tony Stark, who had come to visit him.
"Yes, and I also want to know if you now regret everything you've done."
In response to Tony's words, Obadiah Stane burst into laughter.
This made Tony Stark frown: "What are you laughing at? It seems you're doing quite well in prison, since you can still laugh."
"I do regret it, I regret not acting against you sooner, I regret supporting those idiots in the Middle East, they actually dared to defy my orders and didn't eliminate you immediately!"
Looking at Obadiah Stane's unrepentant appearance, Tony Stark stood up and said, "It seems you still enjoy the prison atmosphere."
"Your state isn't right, Tony. Although you've been hiding it, I know you too well."
Hearing Obadiah Stane's words, Tony Stark's originally nonchalant expression gradually disappeared, and he slowly fell silent.
Outside the prison.
Sitting in the car, Lynn smoked, waiting for Tony to come out of the prison.
Lynn knew very well that Tony Stark would definitely visit Obadiah Stane, which is why he had kept him until today.
But after today, he could send Obadiah Stane to meet Mephisto.
Ten minutes later.
Tony Stark came out of the prison, opened the car door directly, and sat in the passenger seat.
Seeing Tony, who seemed a bit off, Lynn smiled and asked, "Are you alright?"
"What could be wrong with me?"
Facing Lynn's question, Tony shrugged: "I thought I'd see Obadiah crying and kneeling before me, constantly repenting. Tsk, it was really disappointing."
"Lynn, your Federal Bureau of Investigation isn't that great either; you can't even make a criminal realize his mistake."
Watching Tony's stubbornness, Lynn smiled: "That's simple. When the time comes, throw him into the section with those big black guys, and I guarantee he'll be kneeling before you in three days…"
"You mean kneeling before a proctologist, right?"
Watching Lynn shake his head, Tony Stark suddenly said, "Are you free this afternoon? I've made plans with Rhodes. How about the three of us go celebrate?"
"Celebrate what? Celebrate Obadiah Stane about to kneel before a proctologist?"
Tony Stark rolled his eyes at Lynn and spread his hands: "Celebrate the launch of Stark Industries' new clean energy business! Your stock has doubled again, right?"
"If I hadn't sold that stock, I really should celebrate. But unfortunately, I already sold Stark Industries' stock a while ago, and the new stocks I bought have multiplied my net worth several times!"
At this point, Lynn looked at Tony and said, "Tony, you're not doing so well either!"
"Damn it!"
Seeing Lynn's "disgusted" look, Tony immediately turned his head to look out the window; he decided not to talk to Lynn anymore!
Two hours later.
"Tony seems a bit off lately."
Rhodes said to Lynn, looking at Tony, who was already drunk and sound asleep on the sofa.
"I always feel like his mood has been very low recently, and he's even been somewhat indulgent."
Hearing Rhodes say that, Lynn shrugged.
After downing the wine in his glass, he stood up and said, "Everyone has secrets they don't want to tell others. If he doesn't want to talk, can you force him to?"
"Let's go. You're in charge of cleaning up the place."
Lynn Hall said, glancing at the living room, which was littered with wine bottles.
Tony Stark's excessive indulgence was undoubtedly due to palladium poisoning.
Although he drank that dark green vegetable juice every day, it didn't have much effect.
"These things were originally done by Pepper, but ever since she became the CEO of Stark Industries, Tony's second personal assistant has been slow to find a suitable replacement."
Watching Lynn prepare to leave, Rhodes stood up while speaking.
After seeing Lynn to the door, Rhodes suddenly said, "Lynn, can the surveillance on Stryker be lifted? It's caused him a lot of trouble."
"He complained to his Military superiors, and a general contacted your Director of the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation, but your Director Duke said that everything was up to you."
At this point, Rhodes spread his hands and said, "Lynn, I know Stryker—"
"First, let him come and bow his head to me and admit his mistake, Rhodes. Tony and I are friends, and Tony and you are also friends."
"We can also be friends privately, but the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Military have never been friends."
After speaking, Lynn waved to Rhodes, then turned and left Tony's Villa.