Chapter 61: Vampire Princess, Capture!
In a special high-density alloy cage, Banner sat dejectedly in the middle.
When he transformed into the Hulk, he didn't have much consciousness. It could be said that he didn't have many memories of what happened.
But Hulk and Banner are one, two different personalities. If Hulk made a mistake, Banner also had to take responsibility.
This is also why he was so remorseful after injuring his girlfriend, Betty, back then.
Even if it wasn't his subjective intention, the fact remained a fact, undeniable.
At the temporarily established base, elite taxi soldiers were still stationed on the periphery.
Steve walked into the cell and sat down face to face with Banner.
Banner didn't know Steve, but he felt he looked familiar. With all the propaganda about Captain America outside, it was natural to find him familiar.
"My name is Steve, Captain America as you call me."
Hearing Captain America's self-introduction, Bannerlooked very surprised. No wonder he felt so familiar; so this was the rumored Captain America!
"Didn't you die during World War II?"
"I was frozen for seventy years and luckily survived.
I know it's not a good feeling to be treated like a monster. Politicians promote me simply because they need my influence to help them maintain their rule.
You were captured because they want to weaponize you, or find a way to gain power and create more powerful weapons."
Steve's tone was very slow, using similar experiences to resonate with Banner.
"Thank you, Captain," Banner said, lowering his head. Now he only wanted to cure himself. If being captured could lead to a cure, he would be willing to be captured.
"You're welcome. I'll be on vacation after I go back. Do you need me to deliver a letter to your girlfriend?
With all due respect, you have gamma radiation in your body. Even if you were with her, she would be killed by the radiation."
Steve's smile was very sincere, looking like he was thinking of the other person.
This was not an exaggeration; anyone who could have children with Hulk would certainly not be human.
Banner's ex-girlfriend was Betty Ross, the daughter of General Ross, the person in charge of this capture operation.
He remembered she looked a lot like Liv Tyler, a sweet-looking beauty.
Banner also felt that Captain was right. He hung his head, looking a bit dejected.
"Captain, I want to become an ordinary person again."
"I think you should adapt to your identity. This is not a curse, but a blessing, a stroke of luck.
There are many super soldiers like me, and many of them have become criminals. They are scorned and hunted by everyone.
If you are willing, I can recommend you to join the Avengers. Currently, there's me, Iron Man Tony, and Blade Brooks.
We are all seen as freaks. We all possess abilities that ordinary people envy and resent. We can work together to make the World a better place."
Steve didn't want Banner to become an ordinary person again, and this mutation itself was an insoluble problem.
If anyone else had said that, Banner would have scoffed.
But these were Captain America's words! As a spiritual leader and embodiment of justice, Captain is always right!
If you feel lost, just listen to Captain, and you definitely won't go wrong!
This is Captain America! The reputation effect built up over decades of propaganda!
Even if he is slandered and rumored, at most, it can turn some casual fans, but true fans will not be swayed at all!
"Okay, I believe you, Captain! Can you help me find a pen and paper?
I want to write a letter to Betty, please help me deliver it to her."
It's done!
"No problem."
Ten minutes later, Steve left the military camp and returned to New York.
Tony stayed to study Banner's blood, trying to find a way to inhibit or solve palladium poisoning.
--
Three AM at a New York nightclub.
Looking at Steve, who had rushed back, covered in dust, Nissa's eyes showed an indescribable emotion.
"You don't have to work so hard."
"For you, I am willing to give everything. I am not a monogamous man, but I will definitely try my best to protect the girl I like.
Seventy years ago, I made a promise to a woman to go dancing. That was a date promise of mine.
But the Nazis were going to drop an atomic bomb to destroy the city, so I piloted the plane, along with the missile, into an iceberg.
I was seventy years late for that date, and things have changed.
From the moment I woke up, I made a decision. I want to protect the woman I love, Nissa, and that person is you!"
Steve started his old routine again. This kind of devoted persona always made girls' hearts flutter.
Nissa wasn't a naive girl. As a Vampire nearly a hundred years old, her lifespan could reach a thousand years.
Over her long life, she had seen many men, but none of them made her heart flutter like Steve did.
Her delicate, pretty face carried a bright and brilliant smile, beautiful beyond compare at this moment. She opened her arms and actively embraced Steve.
"Steve, you'll always be good to me, right?"
"Yes, Nissa, I love you."
"I love you too, Steve. Don't leave tonight. I have many things to talk to you about."
"I also have seventy years of savings to give you!"
The savings you mentioned better be money, not...
The spring breeze is swift, and one should enjoy life to the fullest!
"Ding, Nissa has become your girlfriend."
"Ding, Nissa has become your soulmate."
Vampire Aura and Health Bar Template loaded successfully.
Steve saw that Nissa's and Wei Lian's health bars were green, which seemed to indicate they were on his side?
Perhaps it would be clearer with an information prompt function.
During the day, Nissa couldn't go out; this was the drawback of Vampires.
Although long-lived, they could only live in darkness; there was always a trade-off.
After her morning exercise, Nissa was drenched in sweat, as if she had just been pulled out of Water.
Suppressing her fatigue, she picked up the phone, dialed, and gave a few instructions.
Looking at Steve, her boyfriend, coming out of the bathroom, her eyes were filled with loving tenderness.
"Husband, I've already made arrangements. If you have time later, go to Horn Daily. I had someone buy the newspaper."
She had never forgotten the things she had been told before; she had kept them in her heart.
"Okay, wife, thank you."
Steve had also been thinking about this matter, not because he coveted the female reporter's body, but because he was thinking about the mission reward.
If the information prompt function was good, he could completely distinguish who was on his side and who was the enemy based on the health bar color.
"You are my husband, this is what I should do. Oh, by the way, husband.
Those Reapers Vampires are very scary. You need to be fully prepared before you go. Although I don't know what my father is thinking, he would never do this for no reason."
This was the power of love, and also a sign of weak family ties.
Noth, that old Vampire, had over a thousand children, and his attitude towards his children was not much better than towards cattle.
Nissa used to not say anything because of her identity, but now that her relationship with Steve had deepened.
Naturally, she would speak up to warn him, and besides, she had also tasted the sweetness and didn't want to be a widow!
Chapter 62: Luo Shan is the number one beauty
Steve could guess what that old Vampire wanted to do.
It was nothing more than improving Vampire genes, eliminating weaknesses, and thus achieving evolution.
Vampires can live for thousands of years, which means their genes are very stable and there are no mutations.
To evolve, they can only rely on technological means. Perhaps those mutated Vampires were the old man's doing!
Horn Daily, office.
Steve put on sunglasses and a baseball cap, disguised as the mercenary Heidi's bodyguard.
Horn Daily was most suitable for Heidi; she was a transparent person with no information.
When fighting a public opinion war in the future, at least there would be no need to worry about not having one's own newspaper to voice opinions.
As long as one isn't powerful enough to punch a Planetinto oblivion, public opinion wars are still very useful.
Previously, when he was slandered and smeared, Stevecouldn't speak out and could only find other solutions through alternative means.
Jameson's expression was a bit somber; the newspaper he founded was now forced to be sold to pay off his son's debts, which was unavoidable.
It turned out Nissa's method was to take Jameson's son to the casino. A few all-in bets, plus fine wine and women, and all reason was gone.
It just goes to show, the prettier the woman, the more dangerous she is. Who would have thought Nissa would do such a thing?
Heidi walked into the office. She glanced at Jameson, "You are Jameson?"
"I am." Jameson felt a bit uncomfortable being watched. The other party was wearing sunglasses, but he still had a strange feeling of being stared at.
"Call everyone else to the hall for a meeting."
Heidi finished speaking and turned to leave. Her work style was very concise.
All the employees, summoned by their boss Jameson, put down their work.
She wore a windbreaker and pants, paired with combat boots, reaching a height of one meter eighty-five, with short blonde hair and sunglasses.
She perfectly displayed a heroic, fresh, and capable demeanor!
Heidi scanned everyone, her voice very penetrating, "I am your new boss, Heidi. I'm very busy and don't have much time to manage. What's your name?"
She then pointed to a woman. She had already seen the newspaper's material, but was pretending not to know.
"Me?" Roxanne looked at the new boss pointing at her, a bit unsure, "My name is Roxanne Simpson."
"Good, from now on you'll be the newspaper's CEO, and Jameson will assist you. What's your name?"
Heidi's words were simple; she directly assigned tasks. She was just a white glove, controlling this newspaper for Steve.
Steve was her superior, her boss, and the man who taught her how to make cream puffs.
The other short-haired beauty who was pointed at also looked a bit surprised, but quickly reacted.
"Boss, my name is Betty Brandt. I am currently Mr. Jameson's secretary and also responsible for editing work." (Appeared in the original Spider-Man movie trilogy)
The short-haired beauty had a unique, lively aura, with a well-fitted women's suit highlighting her graceful figure.
Her dark short hair was styled with neat waves or slight curls, giving her a feminine and refined look. Her makeup was light, emphasizing natural red lips and sharp eyebrows, fitting the image of a capable secretary.
"From now on, you'll be responsible for the administrative department; human resources and logistics will all be under your charge."
Heidi waved her hand, arranging things. She didn't understand how to operate it either.
It didn't matter if she didn't understand; as long as she handed things over to professionals, the boss would naturally worry about the rest.
"Yes, Boss."
Brandt was very happy; getting promoted was naturally the best, and she would have more room to develop. Besides showing loyalty to the new boss, she also noticed the man behind the boss, feeling a bit familiar!
Wearing sunglasses, a mask, and a baseball cap, it was impossible to tell it was Steve.
It was just the good impression aura at work, allowing him to easily gain others' friendship.
"Roxanne, Jameson, Brandt, the newspaper is in your hands from now on.
I don't pursue profit, only truthfulness. Under this premise, Jameson, you have a lot of room to develop.
Roxanne, you are responsible for supervision, ensuring the truth of matters. I don't want any news slandering Captain America to appear in our newspaper before the official verdict is given.
Brandt, you also need to assist Roxanne and guide her. Your salaries will be calculated according to the standard, and I'll give you a twenty percent raise.
From now on, we will adopt a last-place elimination mechanism. The specific method will be sent to your email.
Everyone who successfully passes the test will receive a ten percent raise. That's all for now; you all continue working, I'm leaving."
Heidi finished speaking and left with Steve. She really wasn't used to this kind of task; for a woman who had been frozen for twenty years, it was indeed a challenge.
After they left, the entire newspaper office erupted!
Some were happy about the downfall of the harsh boss Jameson, while others congratulated Roxanne and Bettyon their rapid promotions.
Roxanne was still a bit dazed, never in her wildest dreams did she imagine she could become CEO!
Brandt, however, having been a secretary and dealt with too many difficult issues, was somewhat unperturbed. She proactively extended her hand to Roxanne, showing goodwill.
"CEO, we will need to cooperate closely from now on."
"Please guide me in the future, Brandt. I really need your help. For now, let's lay out the news about Captain America. I see the boss really likes the Captain."
Roxanne was still very clear-headed. She also liked the Captain very much, and through previous interactions, she had become his little fan.
"Okay, let's do that. Jameson, you come up with the headline."
Brandt immediately turned and began issuing orders. All the frustration she had endured before, she would now get back with interest!
Jameson was also a bit speechless. He was now penniless, and his family still depended on him, so he could only stay at the newspaper and continue working.
It just wasn't that comfortable to go from being the boss to an employee.
"Captain America, the embodiment of justice in a new era of materialism. How's that for a headline?"
"No, it needs to be factual, not flattery. This will make the boss angry."
Roxanne directly rejected the headline. Was that flattery? That was praising to kill!
"Let's use the exclusive interview news from before. Brandt, I'll leave other things to you. I'll focus on the news content, and Jameson will be responsible for layout and commercial advertisements."
It must be said, this arrangement was indeed spot on. Their job duties happened to be what they were good at, especially Jameson's layout and bargaining for commercial orders; he was simply a master!
They were happy, and Steve was happy too.
The public opinion and reputation mission reward was in hand!
"Reward skill: Information Prompt."
"Information Prompt: Focusing attention on any living creature, individual, or object can reveal relevant information. The stronger the mental power and the higher the favorability, the more information is understood."
After seeing this, Steve looked thoughtful, turning to the female Winter Soldier, Heidi, who was sitting beside him.
"Name: Heidi.
Age: Forty-two (frozen at twenty-two).
Favorability: Ninety."
Following this was an analysis.
"She is your fangirl, loyal to you. With a little more effort, you can make her a die-hard fan.
These past few days, she's been in a dangerous period. If you don't want someone to die, please prepare a spirit blocker!"
Uh!
Steve felt a bit of a toothache. This information prompt actually had this effect? Well, he wasn't sleepy anymore!
Heidi only felt that the Captain's smile was evil, and he even said he would take her to make cream puffs!
Chapter 63 Betty's information tip: Take advantage of the opportunity!
The information prompt combined with the health bar template creates a qualitative change when put together.
Originally, Heidi could have lasted half an hour, but once her weakness was revealed, she lasted less than ten minutes before being utterly defeated!
Green represents teammates, red represents enemies, and blue represents neutral parties.
This method of distinguishing between friend and foe is very convenient, and the information prompt is also very useful.
Besides revealing weaknesses in combat, it also suggests what gifts an object likes, what poses, and so on.
"This is awesome!"
Steve looked at the unconscious Heidi, not expecting the system's rewards to be so useful.
If he were to fight Hulk again, he might actually be able to truly defeat him, rather than just waiting for Hulk to dissipate on his own.
There are currently two more missions to complete: one is to control HYDRA, and the reward is an upgrade serum.
Steve is also looking forward to this reward.
Although he possesses the purest version of the serum, in a normal state, he can exert two to five tons of force.
If he goes all out, he can reach ten tons.
However, this is still considerably weaker compared to the modern version of the serum after Avengers 4.
Therefore, serum evolution is definitely a good thing.
Only after becoming Captain America himself did he understand why Captain America in the movies seemed somewhat weak.
The difference is that the real Captain America always holds back his strength when hitting people; outside of wartime, he's afraid of killing them.
But he is different; he doesn't consider morals when punching, and he uses groin kicks and other moves freely.
He doesn't hold back his punches either, and quite a few thugs have been killed by him.
This is why 'whitewashing weakens by three points, blackening strengthens tenfold.' As long as you are unrestrained, you can kill gods if they stand in your way.
--
Culver University, Virginia.
A fair-skinned, beautiful blonde woman in high heels walked out of the university gate, her sapphire-like eyes filled with wisdom and tenderness.
Her eyebrows were long and slightly upturned, exuding a charming allure. Her eyes gleamed with a gentle light, as soft as spring water.
This was a woman who appeared both beautiful and possessed a virtuous temperament, making it impossible to associate her with the word 'sexy,' yet she was very eye-catching.
Betty Ross!
Steve sat in a car in the distance and said into his earpiece, "Target sighted, commence operation."
Betty and Dr. Banner had been broken up for almost five years, and their feelings for each other were deep. But sometimes, some things cannot be sustained by persistence alone; they gradually fade with time.
Just recently, General Ross introduced a senator to Betty, hoping his daughter could move on from her sadness.
Peda, as the youngest Senator, was now over forty years old.
He was at the prime age for a bachelor and initially disdained General Ross's daughter.
But after seeing her in person, he felt a long-lost flutter in his heart, a quickening pulse that no other socialite could give him!
At this moment, he knew he had to marry Betty!
Watching Betty walk towards him, her habitual slight tilt of the head and light flick of her hair naturally exuded an unintentional charm that made his heart pound.
"Betty, these roses are for you. I hope you like them."
Peda handed over the roses; he had already planned everything. After countless hours, he finally managed to get her to agree to meet. Tonight, he had to take her to dinner, a movie, a bar, and then to a hotel, doing it all!
Just thinking about Betty spending a wonderful night with him made him react.
At this moment, three burly men approached, wearing masks and disguises.
Joseph snatched the roses, trampled them underfoot a few times, then grabbed Peda's collar and lifted him up.
"You dared to mess with my woman! And got her pregnant! And you didn't even dare to admit it, making her get an abortion, are you even human?!"
"I don't know you, I didn't, don't talk nonsense!"
Peda was furious. He might have actually done it, but he couldn't remember which 'bus' it was.
Who knew someone would come out of the woodwork? He hated these guys for making him look like a fool in front of Betty!
Don't give him a chance! Otherwise, he would definitely make them pay!
He had to make the U.S. Police give these three a hard time, let them know the wickedness of capitalism, and what it means to 'pick up soap' in a detention center!
"No! All three of our women have had several abortions because of you, you beast!"
Bang, bang, bang!
The three Super Soldiers held back their strength, only breaking Peda's limbs and, incidentally, his balls.
"This woman seems to be his girlfriend, she must pay the price!"
"Yes, we'll treat her the same way Peda treated our girlfriends!"
Betty noticed the three thugs walking towards her and backed away a few steps in a panic.
Just then, Steve made his entrance, wrapping an arm around her waist. "Assaulting someone in broad daylight, what are you trying to do?"
"Hiss! Oh no, it's Captain America!"
"Retreat!"
The three fled in a flash, leaving only the unconscious Peda.
Betty was initially annoyed because of where the newcomer's hand was placed!
But upon hearing the words 'Captain America,' hope flickered in her eyes. "Are you Captain Steve?"
"I am. Can we talk for a moment? Let's go to your apartment; I encountered Dr. Banner earlier."
"Really! Please, follow me!" Betty no longer cared about shyness; she desperately wanted to know about her ex-boyfriend's situation!
Hero saving the beauty?
Steve got into Betty's car, and the two drove towards the Villa.
Only Peda lay unconscious on the street, thankfully, a kind citizen called an ambulance for him, otherwise, he might have truly perished!
The three thugs quickly dodged cameras and then changed clothes.
They still had an important mission: to act as intermediaries and contact Green Goblin. (Spider-Man 1)
A few days ago, Sharon told Steve that Osborn's physical enhancement serum had been developed, but it had significant side effects.
Yesterday, when Steve was in Brazil, a strange man in green armor and on a glider, along with the recently famous Spider-Man, appeared at the Osborn Group's celebration ceremony.
Upon receiving the information, Steve immediately realized it was a good opportunity to fish in troubled waters!
To control S.H.I.E.L.D., he needed money.
What could be faster than using supervillains to rob tycoons?
This was even faster than robbing banks and could also create cases, forcing tycoons to bow to S.H.I.E.L.D., thereby gradually expanding and strengthening the industry.
By then, he would have industries, money, and his own army.
What is this?
Brothers! This is called a warlord!
At that point, he wouldn't need to care about the Security Council's expressions; previously, he needed them to fund him.
Now that he could make money himself, did he still need them?
Allowing supervillains to commit evil only highlights the role of superheroes.
However, these were all future plans. For now, Steve just wanted to deliver Banner's breakup letter to Betty.
If there was a chance, he could also try out the driving performance of this American sweetheart's luxury car.
This wasn't a whim; after meeting Betty, combined with the previous breakup letter,
the combined intelligence and the system's information prompt indicated that Betty would be very sad, crying until she fainted, and then he would have an opportunity!
Chapter 64 Betty: Captain America seems pretty good too
A two-story detached Villa in the suburbs, this was Betty's residence.
She couldn't wait to ask about her ex-boyfriend's whereabouts, not even having time to make coffee.
"Captain, how is Banner doing?"
"I was entrusted by your father to apprehend him. He turned into the Hulk and called himself Hulk.
I fought him for an hour and finally subdued him.
Afterward, he begged me for a favor. I feel that he and I are very similar, both are people abandoned by the World."
Steve's expression remained unchanged, but his voice was a little low as he took out the breakup letter from his pocket and handed it over.
"This is a letter from Banner to you."
Betty's eyes instantly turned red, tears streaming down her face. Her fair, pretty face was streaked with tears as she trembled while reading the letter's content.
After waiting for so long, she never expected to receive a breakup letter!
There was a heart-wrenching pain inside her. She couldn't imagine, nor could she believe, that this was true!
Steve received a message from Winter Soldier Liu Yi, knowing that Banner had successfully escaped from prison.
Looking at Betty again, the system panel in his mind showed another prompt.
"Betty is very sad and half-believing. Have Banner call her to confirm the breakup, then, while she's heartbroken, get her drunk, and you can succeed!"
Uh, this isn't a system mission, is it!
However, Steve was happy to do it. Anyway, Betty was shelved after the Incredible Hulk and there was no news of her.
There was no further news until she returned in Captain America 4.
Since Banner asked him to take care of Betty, the best way was to take care of her in every way.
Both body and mind need to be taken care of. If things go well, he might even have to give her a child.
Being Captain is truly exhausting, even having to take care of teammates' families and widows. No way, who made him a moral model and the embodiment of justice!
In a certain jungle, Banner, who was escaping with Liu Yi, looked at the phone the other party handed him, a little puzzled for a moment.
"Ms. Betty doesn't believe you want to break up with her. Call her and confirm the breakup.
Hurry up, we still need to evade pursuit, go back and get the data, and try to cure yourself.
You don't want your gamma radiation to cause her cancer, do you?"
Liu Yi's voice was devoid of emotion and a little sharp.
At the HYDRA Base in Siberia, after the Winter Soldierwent berserk, it caused a lot of casualties.
For easier management later, the four male Winter Soldiers were surgically castrated to ensure they were not interfered with and easier to control.
HYDRA only wanted tools, not charity.
Liu Yi's words were memorized long ago, just to make Banner feel guilty.
Gritting his teeth, Banner picked up the phone and dialed. He left Betty precisely because he didn't want to hurt her.
Love is meant to make the other person happier, and if leaving the other person can make them happy, then why not do it?
"Betty."
"Banner! Where are you, I miss you so much, please come back quickly!"
Betty's tone was anxious, a glimmer of hope appearing in her despair. She yearned for Banner to change his mind and didn't want to give up this love.
Steve watched, feeling a bit of a sour taste. He liked women to be so devoted to him, but he didn't want to eat other people's dog food.
Sorry, Banner, I will raise your wife!
"Betty, let's break up. It's impossible for us anymore!
Separating is good for both of us. If you can, please help me find my original experimental data and give it to Steve."
Banner was also extremely pained when he said this, but he was destined to be unable to reverse it.
The only creatures that can withstand gamma rays are probably on Sakaar. Humans shouldn't even think about it; if you don't want cancer, quickly stand aside.
"Wuwu, Banner, I will help you." Betty heard the dial tone from the other end of the phone and couldn't help covering her face, breaking down and crying.
Love is always bitter, heartbreaking.
Steve, meanwhile, took the opportunity to find a few bottles of high-proof liquor, poured a glass, and handed it over.
"Have some alcohol, it will make you feel much better."
At this point, the pizza also arrived, saving them the trouble of cooking.
Betty looked up at Captain America, who was tall, handsome, and full of a sense of security. Her eyes were tear-filled, revealing a pitiful demeanor.
"Thank you, Captain."
"Just call me Steve. Come, I'll have a drink with you."
Now only the last step remained: obtaining the original experimental data. This data was usually in university laboratories, but five years had passed, and no one knew if it had been deleted.
Betty tilted her head and downed the liquor in one go, choking and coughing. She stumbled to her feet and walked to the study.
When she came out again, she was holding a USB drive and handed it to Steve.
"This is the original experimental data; I've recorded it all. Please give it to Banner, and if you can, help me see if he's doing okay."
Betty didn't need any persuasion this time and started drinking glass after glass herself.
Eating pizza and drinking liquor, drowning her sorrows in alcohol, as if a good drunk would make her forget this relationship.
It's better to tear down ten temples than to break up one marriage.
Sorry, that's what saints do. Steve is just a mortal; he's just helping Banner 'take care' of Betty.
In such a terrible state, being tired of life is very dangerous, and it's easiest to seek death.
As long as there is a child by her side, things will be different.
One glass, two glasses, Steve even told his own story, treating it like a tale.
Betty, listening to the story, also drank glass after glass of liquor. Before long, she was tipsy and speaking nonsense.
[Betty is in a drunken blackout state.]
Good opportunity! Strike while the iron is hot!
--
The next day, the morning sun poured into the house from the window.
The warm morning light made her feel lazy and want to continue sleeping.
High heels and clothes were scattered all over the floor, the room was a mess.
Betty woke up in a daze. She seemed to remember being washed to heaven by waves. Was she hallucinating from drinking?
Turning around, she saw Steve open his eyes with a yawn.
Their eyes met, and they were silent.
Betty wasn't stupid; she instantly sobered up, with no trace of sleepiness left in her mind.
"We?"
"I will take responsibility, and this is also Banner's wish."
"Banner? Why would he do that?"
Betty couldn't understand; there was no man like that. She didn't dislike Steve; in fact, she even admired him.
For something like this to happen, she should be the one embarrassed, not Steve apologizing.
"It seems gamma rays can cause cancer, Betty. If anything happens in the future, just call me. Let's exchange phone numbers."
"Oh, okay."
Betty was led by the nose in a daze; she didn't even have a single thought of resistance.
Inside, a hidden joy she herself didn't even notice.
Perhaps Steve was a good choice?
Betty herself was startled by this thought; it was too absurd!
"Don't worry, Betty, I will take good care of you, and I will do my best to help Banner."
Steve's words put Betty's hanging heart back in her stomach, but soon her face changed dramatically because Steve put other things into her stomach too!
"No! Stop!"
"Don't stop?"
"No... wuwu!"
Betty didn't know what it meant for a bull to be worked to death. She only knew that the front waves push the back waves, and new people replace the old!
Chapter 65: You want to live a good life after offending the captain?
By the time Steve left, Betty didn't even have the strength to move a finger.
The heartbreak of being dumped by Banner last night didn't seem so bad anymore; after all, the shortcut to her heart had been walked back and forth for several hours, so they were practically family now.
Not long after leaving, Steve found Banner and handed over the USB drive with the data Betty had given him.
It wasn't that he felt guilty towards Banner, but rather that he thought completing the mission was more important.
"Ding, the mission 'There's a Love Called Letting Go' is complete."
"Skill acquired: Righteous Disguise."
Righteous Disguise: As Captain, you are always right, always righteous.
Minor mistakes and transgressions can be disguised as righteousness, even slacking off at work or poaching someone's girlfriend. (Please don't cause major incidents; this cannot be disguised.)
Cool.
One can only say that the Captain's identity is really useful. He planted the trees seventy years ago, and now it's not too much for him to enjoy the shade, right?
--
S.H.I.E.L.D. Headquarters building.
Steve arrived at the Deputy Secretary-General's office with roses, while the female Winter Soldier, Heidi, remained outside on guard.
Inside the office, Sharon and Hill were discussing something.
Seeing the two women together, Steve not only felt no awkwardness about being caught two-timing, but instead, he generously handed a rose to each of them.
Hill took the rose, sniffed it, then sniffed Steve, and a charming smile appeared on her fair face.
"It seems your perfume scent doesn't quite match!"
"It's Betty Ross's. I ran into Banner earlier, and he asked me to deliver a breakup letter to Betty, and then, well, things happened after we had too much to drink."
Steve unceremoniously sat in the office chair, pulling the two women to his left and right, embracing them both.
"I had a fight with Hulk, and I'm a bit tired. How have you two been lately? Any troubles? I'll help you solve them!
If there's nothing, let's have dinner together tonight. I've been enjoying Eastern cuisine lately and learning to cook it; it's delicious!"
Sharon and Hill exchanged glances, both feeling a mix of helplessness and happiness.
There was the helplessness of their husband being a philanderer, but also the happiness that he still loved them very much.
"My husband has his reasons, and Betty is quite pitiful too. Banner has been missing for almost six years, and she's still faithfully waiting."
Sharon was the first to find an excuse for Steve. With the Righteous Disguise effect, as long as it wasn't something that caused widespread outrage, it would automatically be cloaked in a layer of righteousness.
Of course, if Steve were to bomb a city with a nuclear weapon right now, the disguise would have no effect.
"You just spoil him. I'm free tonight."
Hill smiled, gently stroking her hair, tucking stray strands behind her ear. The natural charm she exuded made him stare.
"Husband, you have a mission tomorrow: to rescue the kidnapped Decca. We've already received the ransom. This time, the Security Council's intention is to completely wipe out that group of kidnappers, leaving no one alive!"
Sharon also served as his secretary. Steve would report his recent activities to her, and she would organize his schedule.
They were already very close, even planning to get married and have a child. Therefore, there was nothing that couldn't be said, no secrets, except for the existence of the system.
"What about the Vampires?"
Steve almost forgot about Decca, who had led him to the Vampire Princess, Nissa.
Hey, who would have thought that a scion of a powerful family couldn't outwit Captain America!
"That's scheduled for three days from now, a raid on the Reaper's gathering place. Nissa said to be careful not to get bitten, and it's best to bring Blade."
Sharon was increasingly developing the aura of a high-ranking individual, a noble and elegant female secretary. If she added a pair of gold-rimmed glasses, *hiss*, he probably wouldn't be thinking about serious business, but rather about the secretary...
"Alright, but we can't let the Rockefeller Family off so easily. We still need to put some pressure on them and cause them some trouble.
I plan to send someone to contact the recently appeared Green Goblin to give the Rockefeller Family more trouble.
And also to make the Gorgon faction behind them bleed, so we can inherit their legacy later."
The righteous Captain America would certainly not use such cunning schemes to plot against enemies, but I'm sorry, this is an unconventional Captain America!
The worse a man is, the more women love him.
Looking at Sharon and Hill's sparkling eyes, filled with Steve's image, they were both struggling to control their emotions.
"Husband, I've recently been assigned to find the appearing Spider-Man. His senses are very keen, so you'll have to help me then!"
Hill had also learned to act spoiled. Don't think that a cold and glamorous beauty can't be coquettish.
Her coldness was only reserved for other men; for her husband, she was fiery, captivating, and as an Agent who maintained her training, she had excellent flexibility and could cooperate in any position.
"Spider-Man?"
Steve was thoughtful. He had indeed encountered Spider-Man last time, though he wasn't sure at first and hadn't interacted with him.
Now it seems he might be able to make contact and recruit him into the Avengers as a high-level grunt!
The more grunts in the Avengers, the easier it would be for him, as Captain, to slack off!
"I understand, I'll keep an eye out. Come on, let's go home for dinner. After dinner, I'll eat you two!"
Sharon and Hill both rolled their eyes helplessly. If their subordinates saw their playful expressions, their jaws would probably drop in surprise.
Was this still their cool and glamorous female boss? Why was she acting like a newlywed wife?
--
The next day, Steve, along with Blade and the special forces team, raided a warehouse.
Inside were drug lords from South America, all of whom were killed, and even Wickman was killed on the spot.
Roxanne, having received the news early, brought reporters and photographers from the Horn Daily to follow and film, getting firsthand combat footage.
Decca, beaten to within an inch of his life, was finally rescued. He was on the verge of a breakdown.
A pampered rich young master, for days he had been drinking foot-washing water and eating dog food!
Such humiliating treatment infuriated him, and at first, he adamantly refused to eat or drink, even if it meant dying.
But after a day, his stomach rumbled with hunger, and under the intense hunger, he still held his nose and ate dog food and drank foot-washing water.
This almost made him vomit, but to survive, even the most disgusting food had to be swallowed.
Who told him to offend Steve?
How could Captain America do such things? This must be a fan's act! It had nothing to do with him!
That day, the Horn Daily had also launched its own television channel.
"Hello everyone, this is Horn Daily News.
Today, our reporter accompanied Captain America on a hostage rescue operation and filmed valuable firsthand combat footage.
Without further ado, let's enjoy Captain's heroic fighting attitude!"
The footage showed Captain America leading the charge, a shield ricocheting at an incredible angle to strike the waiting kidnappers.
He punched a 200-pound strong man over a dozen meters, a scene that showcased the beauty of his strength.
He kicked a car sideways, sending it flying and smashing a kidnapper against a wall, turning him into a meat patty.
These scenes demonstrated the formidable power of a super-soldier, making female fans scream continuously and male fans' hearts pound.
And even passersby quickly became fans; just based on his formidable combat power and highly heroic style, it was hard not to admire him!
Chapter 66: Captain hits home run, Green Goblin takes up his new job
This is considered the first public superhero combat video, and the impact it delivers is incredibly exciting.
Initially, the Daily Bugle's popularity wasn't high, and their newly established movie channel had no focal point, with only dozens of people watching.
But when Captain America's combat video appeared, the audience size immediately soared from dozens to a hundred thousand!
This number is still continuously rising and is estimated to exceed three hundred thousand in the end.
As long as the subsequent content is well-produced and the traffic is stabilized, it will truly become a television station.
Rather than a movie channel that no one watches and loses money every day.
"Hey, buddy, what are you doing? Watch the news! Daily Bugle, your idol is on the news!"
"Wow, when will I be Captain America's girlfriend?"
"That's hilarious, don't think you're so great just because you're a woman. Who said a girlfriend has to be a woman?"
"Uh, brother upstairs, it's not that serious, it's not that serious. You're not A-Wei, are you?"
In the underground laboratory of the seaside Villa, Tony, who had just finished work, saw the news about Steve, and his expression was somewhat surprised.
"Alright, alright, you old ice pop, you didn't call me for something so attention-grabbing, did you!
I'm not inviting you to tonight's bikini party with the Playboy cover models then!"
In a small hotel, Dr. Banner also saw the news. Seeing Steve looking glamorous and being adored, his eyes held an indescribable envy.
In the S.H.I.E.L.D. dormitory, Blade, a new special forces member who had just joined, also looked enviously at Captain America, who was hogging the spotlight on TV.
"You said we were brothers, but you didn't take me along to hog the spotlight, did you!"
Envy, jealousy, resentment!
For every one who envies, there is naturally one who hates!
In a luxurious manor Villa, Decca, who had just returned from the hospital, saw Steve on TV and couldn't help but become furious.
Veins popped out on his forehead, and his expression turned ferocious and repulsive.
"Damn it! Damn it! This bastard, f*ck you! If it weren't for you, how would I have fallen to such a state!"
He had disgraced himself thoroughly in the family; being an heir was out of the question.
No matter how favored he was, being kidnapped and force-fed feces and urine was an indelible stain!
The kidnappers even released the video, which caused the Rockefeller Family to become furious and humiliated, leading to the death order that they must be annihilated.
Sharon and Pierce, however, took advantage of the situation to seize many resources, at least securing two senatorial positions.
Having people in the government makes some things easier. It allows for the protection of industries; otherwise, just fire safety, public order, and taxes could fine a billionaire into bankruptcy!
"Someone, prepare the car, I need to blow off some steam!"
"Young Master, the Master said you need to rest!"
Slap!
Decca furiously slapped the butler, turning his face red, and his own arm also stung from the impact.
"Presumptuous! You, a servant, a dog kept by my family, dare to tell me what to do? Go prepare the car!"
--
Osborn Manor.
Norman had just returned home; the company's board members had been blown to dust by him in the last attack, and he now held all the power.
However, the Military's promised funds for the physical enhancement serum project had not yet materialized, leading to a major flaw in the company's capital chain, and he was overwhelmed with work.
"Money! Still money! Damn it, why is there such a shortage of money!"
"Mr. Green Goblin, are you interested in a big score?"
A voice sounded, startling Norman, and his evil alter ego, Green Goblin, was immediately awakened.
"Who are you!"
Green Goblin looked at the burly man sitting on the sofa; he could feel that the other person, like him, was an enhanced human!
Joseph, wearing a Joker mask, sat brazenly with his legs crossed, holding a bottle of wine worth half a million, which he had clearly taken from Norman's house. (The Winter Soldier who beat up Bucky in Captain America 3)
"Let me introduce myself, my name is Corvus Glaive, and my Master, Thanos, is committed to forming a supervillain alliance.
Who says criminals can't grow strong and achieve new glory?
The strength of one person is too limited, but united, it's not just one plus one is greater than two."
Thanos: Who is pinning this blame on me?
Green Goblin sneered and charged forward without warning.
Bang!
The two exchanged a punch, the floor cracked, and the leather sofa was also shattered.
Rubbing his aching fist, Green Goblin did not attack again; he was merely testing the other's strength, as not just any Tom, Dick, or Harry was qualified to work with him.
"You're very good, you have some skill, what are you planning to do?"
Joseph had a rough understanding of Green Goblin's combat power in his heart: he was not as good as him!
"I know you're very short on money, and our idea is to make money."
"Rob a bank?"
Green Goblin was a bit suspicious; if it were that simple, he would have acted long ago, would he still be worried?
Robbery is not difficult; the difficulty is how to transport the money.
One billion U.S. dollars would require a heavy truck to transport, and such a conspicuous target would be suicidal.
Therefore, the difficulty of a solo operation was no different from going to the moon; otherwise, he wouldn't have needed to enlist Spider-Man.
Unfortunately, Spider-Man's righteous character would never stoop to such levels.
Even a corrupted Spider-Man would only ask for a formal job, transitioning from part-time to full-time, not truly turning evil.
"No, no, no! Times have changed; that's a ten-year-old idea."
Joseph admired his boss, Steve, immensely, and his eyes naturally showed adoration.
"We plan to kidnap direct members of plutocratic families. Last time, the Rockefeller Family paid a billion, you heard about it, right!"
"Hiss! You did it?"
Green Goblin certainly knew; his other personality was worrying about money and even borrowing from various wealthy families and consortia, but their demands were very harsh.
They intended to completely devour his Osborn Group, and he naturally couldn't accept such conditions.
Each of these plutocratic families kept private soldiers and assassins, trained like special forces.
The assassin Bullseye, sent last time, had successfully assassinated many politicians and high-ranking generals.
These plutocrats are definitely not defenseless sheep; their methods are quite dark!
It just so happened that they encountered Captain America, whose methods were even darker. One was in the open, the other in the dark, so it was reasonable for them to overturn.
"That's right, we did it. This time, we plan to kidnap members of the Rockefeller Family and the Morganconglomerate. We want three billion this time, interested?"
Three billion!
That's a lot, and it's a no-cost business!
"How do we split it?"
Green Goblin was moved; since things had come to this, let's discuss the distribution first.
"Fifty-fifty split, so no one loses out. We will use specially made bombs for extortion and launder the money through bank transfers, which will take about half a month."
Joseph remembered the script firmly; Sharon wrote all of this.
As for Sharon?
She was wearing a sailor uniform, crystal high heels, and pigtails, humming under Steve's urging.
"Is it reliable?"
Green Goblin nodded; in this high-tech era, electronic transfers were indeed more convenient.
"If we didn't have some skill, would we dare to do this? Don't worry."
Joseph didn't know how to do it either; he just needed to follow the procedures, and he didn't need to worry about the rest.
The oxen and horses only need to work hard, but Captain America has a lot to think about!
"Then, this job, I'm in!"
"Happy to cooperate!"
"Cheers!"
Real men drink straight from the bottle; glasses are for women!
Green Goblin and Joseph clinked their bottles, the villains exchanged a smile, and everything was understood without words!
Chapter 67: Pick up our princess in front of us, right?
Os, the president of Pegasus Oil Company, had just returned home from a meeting and hadn't even settled down when his butler delivered another piece of bad news.
"Sir, this is bad! Young Master Decca has been kidnapped again!"
Pfft!
Os nearly spat out a mouthful of old blood. This was too much! They kidnapped his son again!
He was just rescued yesterday, only discharged from the hospital this morning, and now he's been kidnapped again?
Even if you're shearing a sheep, you can't just keep shearing the same one!
This is outrageous!
Can't they pick a different one?
"Who did it?"
Os suppressed his anger. To save his son, he had already paid a lot. If it happened again, he might as well not save him!
He could directly use his son to gain family interests, sacrificing one son to get more power and wealth from the old man!
"We don't know yet. No call has come in."
The butler lowered his head, his expression calm, but he was secretly gloating in his heart!
He remembered that not long ago, Decca had slapped him. He couldn't retaliate for this humiliation, but it didn't stop him from feeling secretly pleased!
"Let me know immediately when the kidnappers call."
Os was furious. He couldn't sleep, his sleepiness completely gone, filled with anger!
Not long after, the Morgan Family also received news that a direct descendant had been kidnapped, with a ransom demand of 1.5 billion U.S. dollars.
This time, it wasn't cash but an electronic transfer for the transaction.
The accounts provided belonged to the two unlucky kidnapped individuals, clearly indicating that this time, the perpetrators were not the same group!
Previously, Wickman only demanded cash, but this time it was an electronic transfer, which could leave a trail.
Anything online, as long as it involves financial transfers, will inevitably have transaction records, which can be traced.
This was also a test of artificial intelligence. Since it didn't cost anything, there was no harm in trying it out.
The most important goal wasn't for money, but to push the Green Goblin out as a scapegoat and to test the capabilities of the artificial intelligence, Edith.
--
At an unknown dock.
Steve was enjoying the breeze, with the Winter SoldierBucky standing behind him. Neither of them spoke.
Steve didn't have a deep friendship with Bucky. However, out of this camaraderie, he was willing to help Bucky with what he could.
The previously empty dock suddenly saw a hovering fighter jet appear, seemingly out of nowhere.
It employed the latest stealth technology, undetectable even by U.S. military radar.
A tall, muscular Black man gradually approached. If Stevehadn't had good eyesight, he wouldn't have noticed him.
Black men truly have a natural camouflage bonus in the dark!
"Hello, Captain America. I am T'Challa. You contacted us, right?"
T'Challa, who hadn't yet become Black Panther, was still a student at an Ivy League university. If his father hadn't insisted, he wouldn't have come.
Africans are backward, but that's relative.
The lower class is poor and backward, but the chiefs and kings who control wealth are very rich.
Many of their offspring come to the United States to study and further their education, used to deepen relationships with powerful politicians and maintain their rule in their local areas.
Steve found this information in the S.H.I.E.L.D. database. It was merely an eye-opener and offered no substantial help yet.
"Hello, just call me Steve, T'Challa.
Your cousin, N'Jadaka, now named Eric, serves in the U.S. Marine Corps, Seventh Fleet.
There's a man named Ulysses selling your Vibranium. I'm telling you all this because I need your help. Only you can make me trust you."
T'Challa was stunned. He only now learned he had a cousin and that Wakanda's Vibranium was being secretly sold.
This matter was very serious. Vibranium, like nuclear weapons, was a strategic material prohibited from sale.
"Thank you for the information, Captain. How can I help you?"
Captain America's character was beyond doubt, so T'Challa didn't even question him. However, the Captainof his guard behind him had already sent people to verify the information.
"This is an old friend of mine, named Bucky. He was brainwashed and controlled. I'd like to ask for your help in clearing the hypnotic imprints from his mind."
Steve briefly recounted his experiences in World War IIand his recent encounter with Bucky, without mentioning HYDRA.
A friendship spanning seventy years, still so strong, earned T'Challa's respect.
Even the Royal Guard behind him looked at Steve with different eyes. Honest and kind people are welcomed everywhere.
T'Challa joked, "Aren't you afraid we'll play tricks behind your back?"
"If it were anyone else, I wouldn't trust them, but you, T'Challa, I trust you."
No need for many explanations; a single word of trust was enough.
This might seem a bit inexplicable, but with no grudges between them, plus Captain America's identity, and his portrayal in the movies, it was enough to put anyone at ease.
"Leave it to me. It will take half a year at the fastest, or a year at the slowest."
T'Challa extended his hand to shake Captain America's, feeling a sense of trust!
"Good. If you need anything in the United States, you can contact me anytime."
Steve didn't mind building a good relationship with T'Challa. Wakanda was very rich, and he loved wealthy friends!
--
Solving Bucky's problem, once Bucky was cured and returned, he would have another friend and subordinate he could trust.
Checking the time, Steve hurried back. He still had a mission tonight to deal with the Reaper Vampires.
In front of a manhole cover.
A tall, 1.9-meter Vampire was sparring with Blade, both fighting back and forth.
Nissa watched coldly from the side with her bodyguards. She disliked these unruly guards; she knew they only obeyed her father, not her!
When Steve arrived, Blade had just punched the Vampireto the ground, embedding a bomb in the back of his head.
"If you keep spewing filth at me and my master, watch your head!"
Blade, wearing sunglasses, raised his right hand, revealing a small detonator. His smile was classic, truly the top intimidating character in Marvel.
"You didn't run into any trouble on the way, did you?"
Nissa didn't question his lateness but instead worried about Steve's safety.
Smart women don't make things difficult for their men; only foolish women make things difficult for their husbands.
"No, I encountered a super-power. Their technology is at least fifty years ahead of ours. Next time, I'll take you to see it. It's almost time, so let's order now!"
Steve generously put his arm around Nissa, giving her a rewarding kiss.
"You're annoying!"
Nissa playfully chided him, her sharp eyes instantly softening into tender affection.
"What do you want to eat?"
Watching the two display their affection and show off their love as if no one else was there, the guard became a bit restless.
"Wait, Princess, we have a mission, don't we?!" The Vampire nicknamed Priest couldn't help but interrupt them.
Bang!
The next second, the Priest was kicked twenty meters away by Steve, landing headfirst in a dumpster, unable to get up for a long time.
"I want to eat a late-night snack first. Who agrees, who objects?"
Steve raised an eyebrow, looking like he could make even Zhou Chao Xian step aside.
"I do! I'll drive the Mazda and lead the way for you!"
Chapter 68 Captain, Stop Fighting, I'm Your Brother-in-Law
If you don't slack off at work, you might as well be a salted fish!
After eating and drinking his fill, Steve took the Vampireguard team to the sewers.
According to the guard team's reconnaissance, the Reaper's lair was in this section of the sewers. (Movie: Blade II)
Over the past few months, sewer maintenance workers had frequently gone missing, and even the Police's investigations yielded no results, instead leading to many deaths.
The place was already reeking, and with the gloomy, dark environment, even fewer people were willing to go there.
Steve began grouping, ignoring the guard team members who were clearly annoyed with him.
He liked it when they were angry with him, but couldn't defeat him, so they could only fume with rage and impotent fury.
Thinking about it, a human had snatched away their most beautiful Vampire princess; they were probably all spurred on, and the thought of it made their hearts ache.
And he even laid hands on them, not even bothering to say a few kind words.
They were Vampires! The elite among Vampires!
Can't you, a human, show some respect!
Sorry, no!
It's no wonder the guard team was so emotional; even if the opponent was Captain America, they gnashed their teeth in hatred, wishing they could suck his blood!
He was grouped with Nissa and Wei Lian, Snowman (played by Donnie Yen) and Blade were grouped together, and the others were randomly assigned.
He did this to save Snowman's life, not only because he resembled Master Ye, but also because he was the only Vampire who showed no hostility, but rather respect.
Vampires have long lifespans, so it's normal for them to look down on humans.
But Snowman respected the strong, knew how to adapt, and understood the bigger picture. That was enough; he could stay and be a workhorse!
The more workhorses there were, the smoother Nissacould take over Noth's old man's business, and then she would have time to discuss with him the question of whether humans and Vampires could have children.
Snowman: Thank you so much, Captain, you're such a good person!
The three moved slowly through the sewers, Nissa and Wei Lian on high alert. They had faced mutated Vampires and knew how terrifying they were.
Mutated Vampires had extremely tenacious vitality; even after being killed, their organs remained alive.
With enough blood, resurrection was not impossible, turning them into zombie-like beings with only the instinct to feed.
Only Steve leisurely observed the environment. The signal emitter he had buried in the castle earlier was already working.
Edith (Tony's AI from Spider-Man 2 starring Tom Holland) had already cracked the castle's network firewall.
From the data inside, he obtained a very important piece of information: these mutated Vampires were created by that old man Noth!
More precisely, they were by-products of genetic modification experiments, immune to garlic and silver, with greatly increased speed and strength.
However, they became extremely bloodthirsty and violent, requiring the blood of thirty Vampires a day.
The genetic structure of Vampires was extremely stable, meaning they would not evolve autonomously and could only be modified through acquired experiments.
Noth had always planned to eliminate the three weaknesses: garlic, silver, and fear of ultraviolet light. At that time, he would be immortal, and ruling the Worldwould be within reach.
Especially with the appearance of Blade, a half-human, half-Vampire, who had the advantages of Vampires without their weaknesses.
In his eyes, this was what Vampires should be like.
Unfortunately, the experimental results were not ideal. If these mutated Vampires were not dealt with, they would truly shake his rule, and he simply didn't want to handle them.
And an interesting point was that the leader of the mutated Vampires, Chad Nomak, was the King's son!
Using his own son for experiments, and then having to eliminate him in turn, the hatred between them had reached the point of a father's resignation and a son's laughter.
After clarifying his thoughts, Steve appeared leisurely.
What he needed to consider was not eliminating the mutated ones, but rather using this opportunity to have Noth, that old bastard, killed by Chad Nomak.
In this situation, he would then support Nissa to inherit the throne, inheriting the wealth and connections of the Vampire kingdom!
It would be hard not to become rich now!
First, he would seize the moral high ground, then slowly eliminate and swallow the shares of other old bastards' children.
Over a thousand descendants, immense wealth and foundation.
It was obvious that once Noth died, they would surely jump out to contend. How could one so smoothly acquire wealth comparable to an entire nation?
A Beast-like howl came from afar, seemingly accompanied by curses and gunshots.
Steve saw a huge Water pool in the distance, seemingly used to store and treat Water.
But beside it, many ghastly White bones were piled high above the Water, densely packed human and Beastskeletons. Heaven knew how many people had died here!
Hiss!
After Nissa and Wei Lian saw this scene, they felt as if the noisy World had suddenly been muted, leaving only a sharp ringing in their ears piercing every nerve.
Steve took out a spherical bomb, activated it, and threw it directly into the huge Water pool fifty meters away.
He pulled the two women back, ensuring they wouldn't be burned by the ultraviolet light.
Splash!
Suddenly, a large number of mutated Vampires leaped out of the Water pool. Their lower jaws split open, much like Nightcrawlers.
They were covered with densely packed small needles, capable of draining an adult's blood completely in just one minute!
Sizzle!
Before these mutated Vampires could unleash their power, intense ultraviolet light exploded, and the illuminated mutated ones screamed as they turned to ashes!
Steve walked out and pressed the two women against the wall.
Just as Nissa thought he was going to play a game of intimacy, Steve suddenly delivered a spinning kick that repelled the attacker. The attacker's target just now was the two of them!
This made her quite embarrassed; she had thought wrong!
The attacker landed and twisted his neck. His face was extremely pale, and there was a visible suture line on his chin, as if it could split open at any moment.
It was indeed the mutated leader, Chad Nomak.
"Captain, you are very strong. If you defeat me, I will tell you a secret!"
Steve didn't reply, but instead quickly ran over and sent him flying with a flying knee.
Before Chad Nomak could fly away, he grabbed his hands and twisted them. He then performed a reverse over-the-shoulder throw, slamming him onto the floor, creating a shallow crater.
With Tarot energy enveloping his fist, he delivered a barrage of blows to his heart.
The tough bones encasing his heart shattered repeatedly, and the piercing pain made Chad Nomak scream incessantly.
He just wanted to test Captain America's strength, but he didn't expect such a huge gap!
This was a one-sided beating, with no ability to fight back at all!
Captain America never relied solely on strength; more often, it was his rich combat experience and superb combat intelligence.
"Stop hitting me, brother-in-law, I'm being beaten! I'm your elder brother-in-law, I surrender, I surrender!"
Bang!
Steve grabbed him and threw him out, embedding him into the nearby wall.
Such exaggerated combat power made Nissa and Wei Lian on the side overjoyed, their hands clasped tightly together, their eyes misty with emotion.
This was their man, handsome and charming, and able to protect them!
Isn't this the sense of security women want?
Wei Lian felt a bit unsteady on her feet and couldn't help but clench a little. She was very happy that Princess Nissa married Steve.
As a maid and bodyguard, she could also get a share of the spoils!
Chapter 69 Can vampires give birth to children?
"How do you prove your identity?"
Steve didn't care if you were normal or an anomaly; if you provoked him, he'd punch you one by one, and that would be the end of it.
Chad Nomak took out a ring and handed it over, trembling. The beating had cured much of his bloodthirsty delirium.
"This ring proves my identity. Just show Nissa, and she'll know I'm really her brother!"
Receiving the ring Steve handed her, Nissa's thoughts were pulled back from immediately getting a room with Steve.
She carefully examined the ring, her beautiful, hazy eyes filling with confusion and anger. Her hands clenched tightly, and pale blue veins popped up, showing how furious she was.
"Are you really Chad Nomak?"
"I am!"
"Why is it like this! Who turned you into this!"
Nissa only then realized that this was indeed her brother, whom she had met a few times. Her memory was excellent; even though they hadn't met often, she remembered him very clearly.
Because Chad Nomak was often scolded by his father as a good-for-nothing, utterly useless! Even for arranged marriages, he was excluded as a loser!
Speaking of how he became this miserable, neither human nor Vampire, he truly shed bitter tears.
Of course, this was also because Captain America had beaten him into submission, making him worthy of negotiating. Otherwise, he would have simply drained the blood of the three people in front of him!
It turned out that King Noth, that old man, had been researching Vampire gene evolution for a long time, only making progress with the advent of modern technology.
Using science to decipher the secrets of blood genes, then improving them based on weaknesses.
This process required consuming many Vampires, which is why the Vampire population has remained stable for thousands of years.
It's like how the United States has had constant immigrants and undocumented immigrants for decades, yet still maintains a population of 300 million—a chilling thought!
In an experiment requiring royal blood, Chad Nomak, often disliked, was dragged onto the operating table.
This experiment was half successful; besides being unable to immune to sunlight, the other two weaknesses were overcome.
But this was not without a price. The price was that these anomalous Vampires would become extremely bloodthirsty, Mania, and uncontrollable, no different from Beasts.
Just look at the piles of skeletons in the sewers to see how many people were killed!
Nissa was furious, her pretty face filled with murderous intent, her jade hands gripping the ring tightly.
"I need to go back and investigate before I can confirm."
"I'll take you back, and I'll chat with your brother for a while longer."
Steve didn't object. He was still hoping Nissa would inherit the wealth of the Vampire kingdom. Now that the scene of kin fighting kin had appeared, he didn't even need to fan the flames!
After escorting the two women away and ensuring their safety.
The two arrived at a safe house; the stinking sewers were not suitable for conversation.
Steve looked at Chad Nomak, his expression becoming playful.
"Do you want simple revenge? Or comprehensive revenge?"
Hearing this, Chad Nomak didn't react, looking at his brother-in-law with a bewildered expression.
"What do you mean?"
Steve threw over a bag of blood plasma and opened a bottle of Sprite for himself.
"Simple revenge means killing Noth, that old man. Comprehensive revenge means avenging everyone involved in this modification project. You don't think only your father participated, do you?"
"He's not my father!"
Chad Nomak roared in anger; he didn't acknowledge having such a father!
What kind of father treats his own son as an experimental tool?
Hulk: It is I! (From 2003's Hulk)
"Nissa is my wife, and also your sister. This kingdom is already corrupt. Instead of patching it up within the existing framework, it's better to overthrow everything and establish a new order.
Your condition is not untreatable. You've met Blade, haven't you? He's like you, with a bloodthirsty instinct, and he's still living well.
With technology so advanced now, are you still afraid of not finding a cure?
You cooperate with me, you can achieve your revenge, and I can help Nissa gain control of the kingdom's assets and connections.
You have so many siblings; they won't just watch Nissatake control of all this wealth. We need to clear the obstacles for her.
With money, we can help you with your treatment. I also have ambitions; I was slandered and smeared by a senator before, and I need allies."
To win over allies, the best way is to be honest.
Chad Nomak fell into deep thought, tearing open the blood plasma bag, drinking and pondering.
His idea was simple: kill his father for revenge. But what after revenge? Without a goal, he might as well die!
With the halo of goodwill, he fully believed Captain America's words.
No one would be selfless. Not to mention, Nissa is just his wife; such a relationship is not solid at all.
But if there are ulterior motives, then it's very normal. With interests connecting them, such a relationship is solid!
"I choose comprehensive revenge, and I can also work for you, but I have two demands!"
Steve sat with his legs crossed, one hand on the armrest of the sofa, looking like a boss scrutinizing an employee.
"Speak!"
"First, I want to personally end Noth's life!
Second, you must never abandon, bully, or plot against my sister, Nissa!"
If he lost his father, didn't he still have his sister? She was his only spiritual support.
"Nissa is my wife, my spouse. I even plan for Nissa to give me ten or eight children. How could I harm her?
A man must protect his woman. If he can't even do that, is he still a man!
Speaking of which, can humans and Vampires have children?"
The first part was serious and touching.
But what was that last question about?
Looking at Captain America's serious and earnest expression, Chad Nomak felt a sense of mental confusion.
The topic was clearly a bit strange, but why did he still feel that the other person was very upright and serious, and not telling a dirty joke?
"No problem, my father had many human consorts, and they also bore children."
This is a very serious topic, okay!
We are pursuing the spirit of science! Do you understand what science is!
"Alright, your subordinates have no reason, so they are not needed.
After revenge, I will arrange new subordinates for you. And we'll research how to cure you. Don't worry, with me here, we'll figure it out no matter what."
"Okay, I believe you."
This was Captain America's credibility. Others might not be trustworthy, but you had to trust Captain America.
"It's a deal. After Nissa confirms, I'll bring her to meet you again.
Oh, and take this phone for easy contact."
Steve picked up a phone from nearby. He missed Heidi a bit; at least with a female secretary, she could handle these things.
It's always wise to be on guard. Arranging a Super Soldier as a bodyguard for Sharon was already a luxury anywhere.
"Thank you, and you, my friend, are a true hero!"
Chad Nomak looked at Steve with a serious expression. If he didn't know who he was, he might have thought he had run into Homelander!
Chapter 70: The system task is to give birth to a child?
It's a new day!
Steve woke up and stretched, looking at Pepper, who was rosy-cheeked, sleepy-eyed, and exhausted, a proud smile he couldn't suppress on his lips.
There are no cows that die from exhaustion, only fields that are over-plowed! The ancients truly did not deceive me!
As he got more wives, he also had to learn time management.
However, even the best time management would have flaws, so other methods were needed.
Have children!
This thought lingered in his mind; without children, it was like a duckweed without Water.
There would always be a feeling of being out of place in this World, without any warmth of a family.
If a woman couldn't bear him children, then it was no different from going to a club; what was the point of one that couldn't bear offspring?
Moreover, with children, their attention would also be more focused on the children, wouldn't he then have time to do his own things?
"Ding, mission triggered: The First Child."
"The First Child: Marriage is not the grave of love; manage your marriage with care, and you will gain greater rewards. Please have your first child with any soulmate."
"Reward: Soulmate effect upgraded."
Hiss! This system is really improper!
But he liked it a lot!
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Hell's Kitchen, Murdock & Associates.
Steve came this time to settle the legal fees from the last lawsuit. The council had previously led the charge in slandering, spreading rumors, and smearing him, and he had hired Daredevil as the litigation lawyer to handle the entire matter.
The charming blonde U.S. assistant, Karen, opened the door first. Her beautiful legs, encased in black stockings, appeared particularly straight, and she wore black leather peep-toe high heels. Her ankles were round and gracefully curved, and her ten toes were painted with bright vermilion nail polish.
"Captain, please come in."
"Thank you. I just bought some baozi and soy milk. Let's eat together."
Steve held up the breakfast in his hand; only Eastern delicacies could make him feel accustomed to eating.
"Thank you."
Karen's eyes couldn't move away from Steve. Ever since that night when he rescued her, she had always wanted to find an opportunity to thank him.
It's just that Steve was very busy, dealing with Vampires, helping Hulk, and also confronting the financial magnates who used him as a breakthrough point. He was truly very busy!
Karen pulled out a stack of bills. They should have talked face-to-face, but she actively moved closer to Steve, her unique perfume making one's heart flutter.
"The litigation fees and compensation amount have been processed. The litigation fee is 3.66 million, and the compensation amount is 33.66 million."
"Please take a look. If there are no issues, I will transfer the remaining amount to your card."
"I trust you."
Steve signed his name without even looking, and this generosity and trust deeply moved Karen.
If anyone else did this, they would probably be considered a big fool and a sucker; who knew if there were any tricks involved?
But Captain America's reputation was well-established, and knowing Daredevil's character, he could rest assured.
He was rich and generous, but he also had many places to spend money. If it weren't for chasing women, he wouldn't do this.
"Karen, I'd like to hire you as my personal assistant to help me with some personal matters. I wonder if you'd be willing?"
When Karen heard this, her heart filled with joy, and she smiled radiantly, then immediately thought of some rumors.
Her fair and beautiful face showed curiosity as she tilted her head, revealing a cute and innocent expression.
"Captain, I want to ask you something: do you have many girlfriends?"
This was a serious question. Most women could not accept their partner dating two people.
But if the partner was Captain America, it seemed it wasn't impossible!
Double standards?
Americans are inherently double-standard. If an ordinary person was two-timing, it would undoubtedly lead to public condemnation, with newspaper articles causing his social death!
But if it was Captain America, then it didn't matter!
How could that be called two-timing? That was a romantic escapade!
That was broad love!
That was compensation for a war hero!
"I have many. They all know about each other's existence and are my capable helpers. And many people ask me why they don't argue."
Steve paused deliberately here, piquing her curiosity.
Sure enough, Karen couldn't help but lean closer, almost on top of him.
"Captain, why is that?"
"Because I am very strong! Each time starts at three hours, and they are not my match."
"And I can give them everything I have, not interfere with their careers, and help them as much as possible!"
Karen's expression was a bit strange, and a blush spread across her pretty face. "I don't believe it!"
"If you don't believe it, you can try!"
Steve raised his eyebrows. No man would think he was inadequate in this regard, unless he wasn't a man!
This concerned self-esteem and face; even if he couldn't, he would still say he could.
Pfft!
Karen covered her mouth and chuckled, reaching out to pat Captain America's biceps. So firm!
"Captain, you're so naughty, actually being a pervert!"
"Hehe, I don't have to work overtime tonight. I haven't properly thanked you for what happened last time. How about we have dinner together tonight?"
If you say there's no chance, how is this not a subtle hint?
If there was one biggest difference between this Worldand before transmigration, it was the absence of bigamy laws.
A man could marry many women; as long as both parties were willing, they could obtain a marriage certificate.
As for why no man was willing to do this?
That was because this law had been turned into a way to exploit wealth. If things went wrong, filing for divorce would likely result in half of the family assets being taken!
Therefore, many rich people preferred to keep mistresses rather than marry.
If a mistress was lost, she was lost, no big deal. Anyway, they couldn't exploit wealth, so the more the merrier.
This was also why Hill and Sharon were so moved when Steve told them he wanted to marry them.
Given the prevailing public opinion, genuinely marrying a woman meant either true love or being a sucker.
Clearly, Captain America was true love!
"Sure, my private assistant position pays two million a year. You can continue working at the law firm when you're not busy."
"I know you often help poor people with lawsuits. You are a kind girl, and I really like and admire you all."
Steve looked at Karen with sincere eyes, holding her fair, delicate hand, letting her feel his strength.
When his attention focused on Karen, an information prompt appeared again.
[Karen likes you very much. Push hard tonight, and you can win her over. Also, her best friend is Jennifer Susan Walters (She-Hulk).]
Hiss!
It seems possible!
Daredevil, I'm sorry, I seem to have stolen both of your girlfriends.
Daredevil: ...Captain, are you even human?
Praised by the man she liked, Karen blushed. She nervously shifted her toes, lowering her head, not daring to meet Steve's gaze.
"Thank you for your compliment, Captain."
"Just call me Steve! Why don't we go eat now? I can't wait!"
"Ah? Okay!"
Ten minutes later.
Daredevil came downstairs, leaning on his cane, feeling the empty hall. It seemed no one was here.
"Foggy, have you seen Karen?"
His friend, Foggy, was typing on the computer, in a bad mood. The woman he liked had gone on a date with another man. He replied without lifting his head.
"She went on a date with Captain, and she took the day off."
"Uh?" Daredevil's mind couldn't keep up with the jumping thoughts. A date?