Adeline smiled. "When I learned that Young Miss Kate was so young yet determined to become a professional combat expert, I felt like I was looking at my younger self."
"To master these skills, I practically gave up studying and dating. Perhaps you won't believe it, but in fact, I've never even been in a relationship."
"That's how I was able to master so many skills at this age."
Eleanor opened her mouth, then cautiously asked, "Then, Ms. Adeline, do you regret it?"
"No regrets."
Adeline shook her head. "When I knocked down three men with ill intentions during that fight, I felt right then that everything was worth it."
"What's more, I met Kate. She is very talented, and I saw that powerful determination in her eyes."
"So I decided to lend her a hand and teach her everything I know."
"I believe that when Kate reaches my age—no, perhaps even younger—she will become one of the top martial artists in the world."
Kate's eyes lit up upon hearing this. "Mom, she's the one. I think she can be one of my teachers."
"Oh, Ms. Adeline, I won't study Taekwondo."
Adeline agreed cooperatively, "No problem. I've always felt Taekwondo is useless anyway. I can teach you more formidable fighting techniques."
Kate nodded.
Seeing this, Eleanor extended her hand, "Then, Ms. Adeline, I wish us a pleasant cooperation."
"A pleasant cooperation."
Before long.
Aaron received a text message from Kate: You won't believe what I was just doing.
Aaron smiled. Before he could reply, Kate sent another message.
Kate: I found a very powerful female teacher. She knows many, many things.
Aaron's expression shifted slightly.
Aaron: Does she know Russian and Latin?
After a moment.
Kate: She said she doesn't, and those things don't interest her at all.
Only then did Aaron relax.
He asked her for the name and searched online.
Oh wow, truly gifted.
Another Genius girl?
Looking at the pictures and awards Adeline had won in various online events, Aaron cupped his chin in thought.
Aren't these results too normal, too smooth, too easy?
Wait!
Too normal is abnormal!
Soon, Aaron found the suspicious point.
These online photo albums were indeed from official websites. They were all real.
But in these pictures, Adeline's smile was identical.
Somewhat perfunctory, and too similar.
A person's smile definitely changes slightly over different periods. But in Adeline's pictures over the past few years, the smile was exactly the same. Even the facial markings were identical.
Only the high school gymnastics championship and the firearm permit showed some differences.
Therefore, this was half-truth, half-fiction.
Aaron attempted to enter these official websites through the cyber world. He then checked the latest code compilation time and image insertion time from the backend of the official websites.
He revealed an 'I knew it' smile.
"Adeline..."
"Bald-head, you use this to test your agents?"
Aaron recognized her. This woman was Barbara Morse, Mockingbird from S.H.I.E.L.D.
Speak of the devil.
Kate had mentioned Mockingbird casually before, and now they had met the real one.
However, Barbara's abilities did not fit this codename. Barbara did not have superpowers, at least she didn't display any in the show. She only possessed powerful close-quarters combat skills and was proficient with a staff. Her marksmanship was decent.
She was likely among the strongest tier below the top agents.
Compared to Aaron, Barbara looked more like the impostor.
Aaron could be certain that many of these awards were added temporarily.
The reaction speed of S.H.I.E.L.D. somewhat surprised Aaron.
He had only been in the Marvel Universe for two days, yet they had not only discovered his existence but had also consecutively formulated two plans.
It was possible that those online photos were taken by Barbara and the S.H.I.E.L.D. Agents early this morning, followed by contacting the major official websites to update the information.
Aaron didn't know that the reason Natasha arrived so quickly was entirely because their initial target was Tony Stark. It was merely a temporary impulse. After discovering Aaron's existence, they seized the opportunity and came to test him first.
But then, Natasha managed to cut the line and infiltrate, only to be kicked out by Aaron using a casual excuse.
And Barbara was the backup plan activated by Nick Fury.
Both the identity of Natalie and that of Adeline were a mix of truth and falsehood. Their actual abilities were real.
Natasha, just like her resume stated, did know some law and had a deep understanding of potential sexual harassment lawsuits.
At the same time, she also mastered various foreign languages including Latin, Russian, Italian, and French. She was also perfectly capable of handling secretarial work.
Whether in life or administration, she was more than adequate. Everyone who used her services praised them.
Adeline, just as she claimed, had never dated anyone, and was proficient in multiple languages and fighting techniques.
Her life trajectory before university was fully traceable. This was because she was recruited into S.H.I.E.L.D. during high school due to her outstanding performance. She then continuously underwent combat training and foreign language training.
With her excellent performance, she quickly became an Advanced Agent. She was deeply trusted by Nick Fury.
If Aaron hadn't displayed such monstrous abilities, accomplishing something in one day that others couldn't achieve in decades, Nick would not have immediately taken action upon receiving intel about the situation, dispatching two of his ace agents in succession.
Just think, a random person comes to the U.S. and on the very first day, manages to take control of Osborn Industries, one of the two biggest corporations in the entire country, and makes Norman willingly become his subordinate.
What will happen after the second day?
The third day, the fourth day?
Are you planning to occupy New York within a week and become the U.S. President within a year?
And then set a great plan to conquer the Universe within ten years?
In terms of danger level and monitoring priority, Aaron was above Tony.
At least they knew what Tony was doing tonight. But they absolutely had no idea what Aaron would do tonight.
"Boss, do you have any other arrangements?" Felicia asked, observing his expression.
Aaron shook his head. "Don't talk, focus on driving. I have to say, your driving skills are quite good."
They say female drivers are dangerous, but so far, Aaron's Spider-Sense has never warned him of danger. This indirectly showed that Felicia was very diligent in her work.
Aaron liked people like this. Diligence was a good trait, allowing one to approach anything seriously.
Stopping his thoughts about Mockingbird, once they arrived home, Aaron signaled Felicia to carry the items inside.
If there's work, the secretary does it. If there's no work, you handle the secretary.
If you have a secretary but still have to do everything yourself, what's the secretary for? Just for the "handling"?
Felicia diligently started moving the items. She carried the considerable glass culture boxes, one by one, and placed them in the living room.
Then she brought in the slightly smaller items taken from the laboratory, such as the optical microscope, electron microscope, and electronic balance.
Felicia rubbed her aching arms.
So tired...
Why was she doing manual labor on her first day as a secretary?
"Well done. Felicia, I have high hopes for you." Aaron sat on the sofa, nodding in satisfaction.
Felicia smiled sweetly. Being praised by Aaron felt pretty good.
"So, Boss, what are the next arrangements? For example... should we eat something?"
Looking at the sweaty Felicia, Aaron felt his appetite rise. "I am indeed a bit hungry."
"Felicia, as a qualified secretary, you must instinctively understand your boss's thoughts at this moment."
"So, what should you do next?"
Aaron changed his posture, sitting casually and confidently.
Felicia paused, quickly realized, and started preparing.
"Wait a moment. Before the main business begins, let's have a musical appreciation session, using the instrument you are most proficient with."
"And play a Spanish bullfight song."