Phoenix Woman

In the blink of an eye, three days had passed since the eradication of the Brotherhood and X Academy, and hundreds of mutants were taken back to the Yueyi Building.

The destruction of the Brotherhood and X Academy caused a huge shock in the mutant society. No one had expected that these two major forces would disappear and become history like this.

Especially the deaths of Magneto and Professor X sent seismic waves through the mutant society.

One of them had created the Brotherhood, leading mutants to resist against humans.

The other had established X Academy, sheltering and guiding mutants to coexist peacefully with humans.

In terms of reputation within the mutant society, Magneto and Professor X were undoubtedly the highest regarded individuals, and they were also the most powerful mutants.

However, now both of them had fallen at the hands of the same person.

From an unknown time, the name "Fang Ye" had become a taboo among mutants...

New York City, Brooklyn.

A woman dressed in a purple tight-fitting suit strolled leisurely on the streets. Her appearance wasn't excessively glamorous, but she exuded a unique aura, giving people an extremely stunning feeling.

She was Jean Grey from X Academy, and Brooklyn was her hometown.

Upon learning about the destruction of X Academy and the disbandment of the Brotherhood, Jean Grey knew she had been deceived!

After making several inquiries, she finally understood the situation. The fall of X Academy had become an established fact, and nothing could change it. However, Wolverine, Storm, and the others were currently imprisoned in the Yueyi Building, and her mission was to rescue them from Wall Street.

Jean Grey held a deep grudge against Fang Ye because of what happened to Professor X, Charles Xavier, and her romantic partner, Cyclops, Scott Summers. They had all perished at the hands of Fang Ye.

"Who are you...?"

Jean Grey suddenly stopped her steps, lifting her gaze to examine the person blocking her path.

The man had a full beard and was dressed in a black leather jacket, but what caught her attention the most was the eyepatch he wore.

"Hello! Miss Grey, I am Nick Fury, the current director of S.H.I.E.L.D."

"I don't know anything about S.H.I.E.L.D."

Jean Grey never had a good impression of government agencies and had no interest in dealing with them. She replied indifferently and tried to walk around Nick Fury.

Even though she was being ignored, Nick Fury's expression remained unchanged.

"Miss Grey, even if you go to the Yueyi Building now, you won't be able to rescue Wolverine and the others. If you trust me, S.H.I.E.L.D. can help you!"

"Help me? S.H.I.E.L.D. has faced Fang Ye several times, and it seems like you always end up at a disadvantage, right?"

Jean Grey halted and turned back with a cold smile.

Nick Fury's expression didn't change, but a barely noticeable coldness flickered in his eyes.

"I won't deny that we underestimated Fang Ye and suffered multiple failures in our operations. However, I can vouch for S.H.I.E.L.D.'s reputation. If I say we can help you rescue them, then we undoubtedly have the capability. If you don't believe it, then there's nothing I can do."

"What do I have to give in return?"

Jean Grey knew that it would be extremely difficult for her to rescue Wolverine and the others from the Yueyi Building alone.

However, she also understood that there was no such thing as a free lunch, and S.H.I.E.L.D. wouldn't help her without any strings attached.

"You don't need to give anything. Just cooperate with S.H.I.E.L.D., and in the future, we'll work together to deal with Fang Ye. I believe you won't refuse, right?"

"I agree!"

Jean Grey didn't hesitate at all and readily agreed. Her enmity with Fang Ye was as deep as the ocean, and even if she didn't cooperate with S.H.I.E.L.D., she would still take on Fang Ye!

Even if it meant sinking into darkness, she would do it without hesitation.

Of course, she had taken the opportunity to read Nick Fury's memories just now and knew that he wasn't lying. Otherwise, she wouldn't have trusted him so easily.

Nick Fury finally smiled, knowing full well about Phoenix Woman's power. With her joining, his plan had gained further assurance.

"When will the people be rescued?"

Jean Grey was anxious to save her friends and hoped they could be rescued as soon as possible.

Understanding her feelings, Nick Fury smiled calmly and assured her, "Miss Grey, you can rest assured. Our people have infiltrated the Yueyi Building. I guarantee that we'll rescue the X Academy members within a week."

"I hope you can keep your word!"

Jean Grey didn't say anything more. She wasn't entirely convinced of S.H.I.E.L.D.'s capabilities, as they had suffered losses at Fang Ye's hands before. However, she had no other choice but to place her hope in S.H.I.E.L.D.

Afterward, the two went to a café, and no one knew what they discussed. However, it was evident that Nick Fury left with a satisfied expression, indicating that the conversation went well.

Wall Street, Yueyi Building.

In the top-floor director's office, Kakala was reporting to Fang Ye about the recent situation regarding hypnotic brainwashing.

"Boss, a total of 224 people have been processed. In the past three days, most of them have been successfully brainwashed. However, there are four individuals with strong willpower or special abilities that my hypnosis couldn't affect..."

"Four individuals? Who are they?"

Fang Ye suddenly became interested. He wanted to know who these four people were, capable of resisting Kakala's hypnotic abilities.

Kakala respectfully handed a list to Fang Ye.

"Scarlet Witch, Wolverine, Storm... Oh! One person managed to escape..."

Fang Ye's brows furrowed when he noticed that one person had escaped. However, when he saw the name on the list, he wasn't surprised.

Catherine Pride, Phantom Cat. Her abilities included phasing through objects and immunity to mental attacks.

Having mental immunity meant resistance to Kakala's hypnosis, and her ability to phase through objects meant there was hardly any place that could hold her.

However, Fang Ye couldn't help but feel regretful. Phantom Cat was precisely the kind of talent he needed right now. If he could send her to steal the intelligent program source code, the chances of success would be the highest.

Unfortunately, these idiots didn't keep an eye on such a valuable talent, and she managed to escape!

"Boss, we have already dispatched people to hunt down Phantom Cat. As for the remaining three, how should we handle them?"

"No need to hunt down Phantom Cat. Her abilities are unique, and you won't be able to catch her."

Fang Ye wasn't heartless. If something went beyond the capabilities of his subordinates, he wouldn't blame them.

Of course! If someone's actions led to a delay in his grand plan due to their incompetence, Fang Ye would definitely make an example of them!

"As for the remaining three, hand them over to the Genetics Department for research. I believe those scientists will be interested in dissecting mutants."

"Yes!"

Kakala hesitated for a moment and tried to say something.

"Boss, but Wolverine has a unique ability. He possesses an incredibly strong healing factor..."

"In that case, just cut his flesh into pieces. I don't believe his healing speed can outpace the speed of cutting flesh?"

Even before Kakala could finish speaking, Fang Ye interrupted him.

After a brief pause, Fang Ye gave another order.

"Wolverine's bones can be melted down, but keep the adamantium metal. I might find a use for it in the future!"

"Yes!"

After finishing the instructions, Fang Ye waved his hand, signaling Kakala to leave.

As for ordering to keep the adamantium metal, it was because Fang Ye had suddenly thought that he might create a weapon for himself.

Combine the invincible power of the Green Giant with an unyielding and sharp weapon, and the resulting power would be terrifying!

As for the design of the weapon, Fang Ye hadn't thought it through yet.