Leave this to me. Although I'm not the Brotherhood's strongest sniper, I've never failed to kill a target."
The Assassin Brotherhood's strongman, Big Backhead, nodded. The Brotherhood's strongest sniper was Cross, but he had already betrayed the Brotherhood.
Mystique said, "Good, tell me if you need any help. I'll fully support you with Senator Kelly's power and financial resources. Anyway, it's about to expire."
Sloan and Big Backhead laughed simultaneously, "Then we won't be polite."
"The basic plan is like this: as long as we stop Andrew Wang and Professor Charles, the Sky-based Project will surely succeed. By then, what we want, and what you want, can all be obtained."
Mystique said, "No matter how strong Andrew Wang is, he can't fly to the Space Station and beat us up."
In fact, Mystique had also prepared some backup plans, but they probably wouldn't be needed.
"Can everything be obtained?"
A glint of Greed flashed in Sloan's eyes. Perhaps he could get more.
...
More than half a month later, at the Rocket Base outside New York, Tony Stark personally came to see Dr. Reed and his team off.
A total of five people were going into Space this time: Susan Storm (the future Invisible Woman), Frank Castle (tagging along for an adventure), Dr. Reed (the future Mr. Fantastic), Ben (the future Stone Man), and Jonathan Storm (the future Human Torch, Susan's younger brother).
Jonathan Storm's inclusion was mainly due to Susan. This young man, suspected to be Captain America's illegitimate son, relied on his handsome appearance to spend his days carousing and chasing women, much like the old Tony Stark.
Of course, Jonathan Storm also had real skills; he was an astronaut himself.
It's worth mentioning that all five were wearing blue and green suits produced by Rebirth Group—an artificial fiber very similar to human skin.
Tony, accompanied by his bodyguard Happy, walked up to Dr. Reed and said, "Dr. Reed, I've met all the conditions you proposed. Don't disappoint me."
"Don't worry, I won't disappoint you, nor will I disappoint humanity. This experiment will definitely succeed."
Dr. Reed said confidently. At the same time, he secretly glanced at Susan. Once the experiment succeeded, Susan would surely fall in love with him again.
"That's good."
Tony nodded. This experiment was of great significance. Not only could it cure hundreds of diseases, but it could also cause Stark Industries's stock price to surge, completing its transformation.
The transformation from a military arms magnate to an energy magnate.
Then, Tony walked up to Susan and asked, "Miss Storm, is that guy who's always on fire not here?"
"He's on his way. He's always very busy, though I don't know what he's busy with."
Susan shook her head. Going to the Space Station this time was her own request; she was a biologist and had research to do.
"I know what he's busy with, but I'm afraid he'll beat me to death, so I can't say anything."
Tony spread his hands. Susan thought he was joking and didn't pay much attention.
After a short chat, all preparations were complete, and they could board at any time—the Space Shuttle was strapped to the booster rocket.
Just then, a group of people suddenly walked in from outside.
"Who is in charge of security at the Rocket Base? How can anyone just walk in?"
Tony was a little displeased. Happy was about to admit his mistake when he suddenly remembered that he wasn't responsible here.
Mystique, in the form of Senator Kelly, walked up to Tony, extended her hand, and said with a smile, "Mr. Stark, please don't mind my abrupt visit."
"Senator Kelly? Why are you here?"
Tony was startled. The other party held a high position of power, so he couldn't just directly drive him away. He stepped forward and shook his hand. Just then, he felt a sharp pain in his index finger, as if pricked by a needle.
Tony was surprised. He was about to say something when Mystique used her own voice to say, "Paralysis needle."
"That voice, you are..."
Tony was shocked and tried to do something, but he felt his entire body go limp, unable to even stand steadily, and he fell towards Mystique.
Mystique caught Tony and said with a smile, "That's right, it's me again, Mr. Stark. Congratulations on becoming my captive once more."
"I congratulate your whole family."
If he weren't so weak, Tony would have cursed loudly. To be captured by Mutant again, damn it, where would he be tied up this time? Could it be the rocket?
"Let go of Tony."
Happy reacted, rushing towards Mystique with the Mark Armor suitcase. Just then, a tongue shot out from the side, wrapped around the suitcase, and retracted.
Happy was about to give chase when Sabretooth walked over, grabbed him by the neck, and threw him forcefully. Bang, Happy hit the wall and passed out.
At the same time, Sloan and the other Mutant aimed their guns at everyone. Everyone was startled and dared not move freely.
Frank immediately stood in front of his boss, Susan. He hesitated, unsure whether to summon his Armor. Just then, Andrew's voice echoed in his mind: "Just protect Susan. Don't worry too much about the rest."
"Is this another job?"
Frank was a little astonished. Andrew laughed, "A big job. Speaking of which, you Americans live a really difficult life. The Abomination incident only happened a month ago."
Frank was speechless. How terrifying was life in America that even a demon king was complaining about it?
"I think you should get a new bodyguard."
Mystique said to Tony, "This one is too fat."
Tony had regained a little strength. He said with difficulty, "Don't hurt him."
"Wow, your feelings are really deep."
Mystique smiled, changed back to her original form, and then said to everyone, "Don't worry, as long as you cooperate, we won't hurt you."
"What exactly do you want to do?"
Dr. Reed shouted angrily, "This experiment is very important. If it succeeds, humanity will be free from the threat of disease."
Susan added, "You Mutant also get sick. Dr. Reed's experiment is equally useful to you."
"I didn't say you couldn't do the experiment. I'll take the five of you and Iron Man to the Space Station."
Mystique said. Everyone was astonished. The Mutant actually wanted to go to the Space Station. What did they want to do?
Sloan asked with a hint of confusion, "Why do we need to take them? They'll only bring risk and trouble."
Mystique asked, "Can you operate the Space Station?"
Sloan shook his head. How could I, the leader of an Assassin organization, operate a Space Station? Even the Space training was a crash course over the past half-month.
"I can't either. We need them to operate it. Besides, they are good hostages. Don't worry, they won't cause any trouble."
Mystique said, "Alright, no more wasting time. Mist, is the control console handled?"
Mist's voice came through the communicator: "Done. They are all very obedient."
"Very good. Bring the tungsten rods and equipment in and load them onto the Space Shuttle. The longer we wait, the more complications there will be. We need to depart as soon as possible."
Mystique nodded, then said with a smile to Tony, "Old friend, want to try what it feels like to be tied to a rocket?"