Chapter 67: Another Trade

Although Oaks somewhat understood Nick Fury's intentions, he didn't care much about this kind of thing.

Peaceful? If I get angry, I can just take people and run to Russia, believe it or not!

"Your information, as well as the information on Banner and the Hulk, are now Level 9 classified."

Fury glanced at the bewildered Banner, and his lips curled slightly:

"But even with my highest Level 10 clearance, I can't access the higher-level content determined by the Council. In other words, the Council has the ability to force me to change decisions to a certain extent—like this time."

"..."

Oaks frowned. Fury's meaning was clear. Oaks' identity wasn't a secret to the World Security Council. Many people had the clearance to access Level 9 information.

But until now, except for a few trusted individuals close to Fury within S.H.I.E.L.D., no one, especially Hydra members, had appeared before Oaks.

Undoubtedly, while Oaks' classification was Level 9, Fury hadn't made his existence known within S.H.I.E.L.D.

Who would pay attention all day to whether there was one more Level 9 classified item? Since it was classified, it was best not to know—

It's best not to even know that it exists.

So, there was classified information about Oaks in the database, but not everyone with clearance would know about Oaks himself.

But with his appearance alongside the Hulk, his identity as a "consultant" to S.H.I.E.L.D. couldn't be hidden. However, only the fact that he existed would be known within S.H.I.E.L.D., and his information would still be Level 9 classified.

However, inevitably, many individuals with Level 9 clearance would know his information.

And the World Security Council was one of them.

"If you can be influenced so easily by them, then S.H.I.E.L.D. wouldn't be what it is now—

What did they do?"

Oaks calmed down again. This was an unavoidable matter. The Council knowing about him wouldn't lead to any harm.

They would only act through S.H.I.E.L.D.—unless S.H.I.E.L.D. was already unable to control the situation.

"That's right, we have a person responsible for communicating with the Council... He's an old friend of mine."

Fury scoffed.

"I have to say, it saves me a lot of trouble. I only need to focus on managing S.H.I.E.L.D., and he takes care of the bureaucrats' affairs—

But this time, due to Dr. Banner's help, I submitted an application to the Council to transfer custody of Banner from the military..."

His face turned dark.

"They refused?"

Fury didn't pay attention to the slight sarcasm in Oaks' tone because he was looking at Banner.

"They made the most idiotic and stupid request that I could think of—they wanted me to assist the U.S. military in 'packaging' Blonsky."

"What?!"

Oaks didn't speak, but it was Banner who was shocked:

"But Harlem..."

"That's right, Blonsky has already been known as 'Abomination,' but they clearly don't want us to continue using that name—they intend to shift the blame to you, Dr. Banner."

"What..."

Fury's words completely stunned Banner. He stood up in disbelief:

"How can they..."

"They are the regulatory body of S.H.I.E.L.D., so naturally, they can."

Fury glanced at Oaks, who remained silent, changed his sitting posture, and curiously remarked:

"Mr. Advisor, it seems you're not surprised."

"Bureaucracy, along with the usual behavior of the U.S. military and their influence on the Council... Whether it's to quell public outrage or shift the blame away from the military, it's not surprising that they would do something like this."

Oaks snorted contemptuously and patted Banner's arm.

"Don't worry, since the Director has said so, he must be against it—

On the other hand, we face the Abomination directly. With his level of rage, his brain is probably about to explode. And they believe he can regain his sanity?"

"Indeed, after the Abomination regained consciousness, he seemed to have regained some sanity... That gave them hope. They plan to release him without guilt and even give him military honors—

Of course, those honors are for 'fighting the Hulk.' He will be a new hero of the U.S. military, as well as... an outstanding specimen."

Fury's usual mocking smile appeared as he spread his hands.

"To be honest, there have been clear and direct instructions from the Council in recent years, but this is indeed the craziest one. Even I can't ignore it."

"So... you must 'not ignore it' to achieve your goals..."

Oaks chuckled, looking at Banner, who had calmed down and sat back down, then turned to Fury with a warmer smile.

"However, what about the spies you just tried to send to my company?"

"Liaison officers, just liaison officers."

Fury nodded in satisfaction. This young man in front of him was truly to his liking.

"So, a resident liaison officer... Actually, my manpower is quite tight as well. This is another trade, a non-cash one, right?"

"I have to say, Director, you are indeed shameless. But unfortunately, I don't like that guy either..."

Oaks paused and a look of disgust appeared on his face.

"A brainless idiot controlled by power. What makes him worthy of being called a 'hero'? And Dr. Banner will be my teammate."

Nick Fury smiled.

"Of course, without a doubt. As long as I can ignore this trouble and you do it quickly— Although I have confidence in your speed, it's not an easy task."

"Wait, wait... What are you two talking about?"

Banner couldn't hold back any longer. There was no way he could ignore this matter. It was clearly related to him, and the impending blame was still hanging over his head.

"What is going on? Teammate? Oaks? I'm glad to be a teammate with Oaks... I mean, now you're even my partner?"

Oaks raised an eyebrow, gesturing for Fury to handle it.

Fury signaled Banner to calm down.

"Don't worry, Doctor. I will explain later... but for now, I need to talk about business. Your partner here is an unscrupulous businessman."

He turned to Oaks again.

"You don't have much time. The prison where the Abomination is being held has only him. You don't have to worry about being exposed."

"That's enough."

Oaks glanced at the window. The blazing midday sun was shining warmly on the land.

"Dr. Banner... with such a big sun, could it cause a fire?"

"In theory, it's entirely possible."

Banner touched his chin and nodded instinctively.

"I'm not sure about here in New York, but in the slums of Rio, I've seen many fires under this level of sunlight. Sometimes, it only takes a small accident."

"Snap!"

Oaks snapped his fingers, revealing a mysterious smile.

"A small accident, huh... Well, we have one now, don't we?"

"What?"

Nick Fury's face became serious, and the air fell silent for a few seconds before his phone rang.

Maria Hill, a Level 9 agent and Nick Fury's absolute confidante.

"Director, just now, there was an explosion at the prison where General Ross was detaining the Abomination!"

"What did you say?!"

Agent Hill remained silent for two seconds.

"Half of the prison vanished in blazing white flames... along with the Abomination."

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