173. Earth's Status

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Kennedy froze in his place at that instant. "I-I tried to stop them, Mister President. I just didn't have the majority in Congress anymore. All these things were done at the end of President Bradley and under the current administration. They were going to launch operations on Iran and Pakistan as well, but I stopped them."

"Pakistan? I remember ending the Partition of India and Pakistan on good terms. They were even economic friends. Why would we attack them?" Hector questioned.

"Because of 9-11. The intelligence revealed that Osama hides in the mountains between Afghanistan and Pakistan. But Pakistan's military has refused to allow the US military to enter their land. Pakistan doesn't want anything to do with the Middle East. As they say, it will make them the target of extremist organisations and ruin all the development they have achieved." Kennedy explained to him in detail.

He brought forward the file from his luggage and showed it to him, "I knew you would drill my ass about all this, so I was preparing the names of all the sinners."

But Hector didn't look, "9-11? What 9-11? What happened?"

Kennedy explained everything: "That... On September 11 of 2001, two Air Force jet pilots went rogue from a nearby military exercise in the Atlantic. They were loaded and armed. With no warning, they sent four missiles into the twin towers, destroying them in the process. Thankfully, the X-Men came to the rescue and saved nearly everyone.

"The planes then flew in different directions. One tried to crash onto the White House but got shot down by the automated security system. The other one crashed on the Pentagon. The country was shaken by that."

*Sigh* "That fucking fat butterfly." Hector cursed, confusing Kennedy. He could only hope that his policies didn't mess up the country more than help it.

"And it was Osama who did it? But why did Al Qaeda attack us? I had told you not to enter Afghanistan."

Kennedy shook his head quickly, "No no, it was not the Al Qaeda. Who even are they? No, that's just a made-up name. The real name of the terrorist organisation is Ten Rings. They want nothing but more violence around the world as that's good for business. The real Afghan people love America, not anymore though since we sent troops."

Hector fell into deep thinking. He had heard about the name of this super bad organisation. It was supposed to be related to some sort of artefact. But he had no idea who ran it, "You got information about it?" [A/N: Remember, Hector died before these movies came out.]

"No, but the Pentagon does. They know a lot about Osama and the Ten Rings, but they refuse to take action, as straight-up killing the target is not that profitable. They did the same with Iraq, and they will do that with Libya now. I hate the current administration, but I have no mind-controlling powers,"

Hector patted Kennedy's shoulder, "It's okay, boy. You tried your best. But don't worry, I'm here now. I will deal with everything. From the administration to Ten Rings. Did my social and economic reforms do well?"

This time Kennedy grinned big. But just then, Diana disturbed them as she brought him some letter, "A man by the name of Happy dropped this outside,"

Hector put it to the side and allowed Kennedy to continue, "Go on, boy."

"Well, Natives are happy. The non-white population is happy. The white population is happy too, since, with your policies, the economic gap was reduced between communities. The advantage that one used to get just from belonging to a wealthy family is not big anymore. Now, we are slowly moving towards a nearly equal status.

"The police are good since they get longer training. The guns are in the right hands, there are still a few accidents, but they are limited and rare. Your policies were a hit, old man,"

That sure was a relief to him. "Finally, some good news. Go and set up your office then. I will get back to you later. Let's see what's in this letter now,"

He tore it open and found a typed letter, "Hey, old man. Come and join me at my home. Let's have a drink."

Hector quickly picked up the file Kennedy left and looked for a name. "*Sigh* Diana, do you believe in second chances?"

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Somewhere Secret,

"Are you sure it's him?"

"Yes, the identification suitcase checks it. He's the real deal. What should we do now, sir? This will mess up all our plans."

"Do nothing. Keep your distance from him. Do as those fools in the White House do. Let them get all his attention."

...

Malibu, California

Tony Stark is the man the world envies, not for his riches, but for his lifestyle. He was no less than a celebrity, and his house was like a magnet for the most beautiful female celebrities. Every morning, a new one would hurriedly leave in a car.

The majority owner of the Stark Industries was a man who hunted for the flesh, both in bed and foreign lands. His weapons were the hottest commodity in the world, touching the hands of powerful people in nearly all nations.

The machine was well oiled and pumped more cash than ever. Did Tony care about anything? No, as long as the money kept rolling, he was a happy man.

"How are you still the same as back then?" Tony opened the door and saw Hector.

Hector shook hands and entered the house, "You sure have made a pretty neat house for yourself,"

"Yup, God bless America, I guess. So, where were you all this time? My pops thought you had died,"

Hector walked to the large window that overlooked the sea. It was a mesmerising view, "It's classified. Kennedy told me about him, however. Howard regretted his life decisions when on his deathbed. I hope you won't be the same,"

Tony hated being taken a gibe at, "Me? Regrets? Are you still stuck on those 80s jokes? Old man, money is something that can keep you always entertained."

Hector shrugged, "I have more than you. I'm pretty bored, honestly. Anyway, why did you want to meet me? I'm sure it was not about you catching some STD, seeing how adventurous you are,"

"Hehe, good one. But no, I make sure they are checked before they get pecked by me. I just wanted to give you a heads-up, stay away from the White House. You had your run. You're too old for that now,"

Hector couldn't help but bring out a smile. He didn't ask and poured himself a glass of whiskey from the wall cabinet, "Your father said similar things to me before the Vietnam War.

"Kid, I do what I wish to do. It's you who should learn a lesson. You are so tiny to me that I can't even bother to take you seriously at this point. So conceited and arrogant. You're like a fish who can't see beyond the pond. So, while you're on your high horse, don't be blind and look around at the trail of blood you left behind."

"You know, millions died in the air raids on Europe, Tokyo and other Japanese cities on your orders. You are not the good old man you try to show yourself as. You can fool the world, not me." Tony barked back in a taunting voice, arms stretched wide open as if he was the king of the world.

Hector sighed, wondering if this Tony would ever get on the right path. But again, his kidnapping was yet to happen, "You still don't understand your weapons, their power and effect, kid. World War II was something we didn't start, but we had to enter. But we can't say the same about these recent ones, can we? Good night. May the god of brains grant you some, and the goddess of fertility castrate you,"

"Don't tell me I didn't warn you tomorrow when you watch the news," Tony barked.

Hector saw Pepper walk in as he left. "Oh, hey there, dear. Your boss is so dumb,"

She looked amazed, "Tony! Who was that? He looked so real."

"Nothing, just a lunatic. What is on my schedule today, miss Potts?"

"You have a meeting with your board and an interview with CBNS NEWS," she read from the notes.

"Ah, that hot anchor, right? Cross everything other than the interview."

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Outside, Hector got into his SUV.

"Where to now, pres?" Logan asked from the driver's seat. Kennedy was also there, sitting in the backseat with Hector.

"SHIELD headquarters,"

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