Uehara Naraku's earnest appearance resembled that of a good person.
Uehara Naraku's words indeed conveyed the message that he was a good person, lacking any air of a Director of S.H.I.E.L.D, always considering Tony Stark.
This feeling brought some warmth to Tony Stark's heart.
However, this warmth also made Tony feel a sense of shame, because he seemed to always play the role of the bad guy. What he couldn't tolerate the most was Nick Fury's deception!
He helped Nick Fury fake his death to escape, avoiding imminent scrutiny, only to find out that guy was actually a leader of Hydra, the very organization that killed his parents!
The biggest problem now is…
The World Security Council and the White House want to control him, even though Uehara Naraku is willing to stand by his side to protect him, but he doesn't know how much pressure he'll have to endure…
Also Rhodes.
If even he, a Superhero, is to be controlled, what kind of interrogation will his friend James Rhodes have to face?
"Rhodes?"
"Colonel Rhodes is temporarily kept by me."
Uehara Naraku didn't hide anything from Tony, softly continuing, "The White House and World Security Council are watching us… We need to prove your innocence, only then can Colonel Rhodes, your friend, be exonerated."
"Thank you…"
Tony Stark nodded slowly, leaning against his workbench as he sat down on the floor, a look of despondency appeared on his face, feeling lost and powerless.
This was just like the day of the New York battle, Tony clearly saw the Chitauri and Akatsuki's army battling in New York, yet he could only float along in the tide of war.
However…
The thought of returning to S.H.I.E.L.D with Uehara Naraku left him feeling a bit unwilling, because he knew very well that entering S.H.I.E.L.D meant it would be difficult to leave in a short time.
By then, no matter what the government or World Security Council intended, he, as Iron Man, seemed powerless to change it, in his heart he was more inclined towards another approach…
That is, to catch Nick Fury first!
Whether driven by the hatred within Tony Stark, or to break the present deadlock, capturing Nick Fury was a necessity!
That bald-headed guy must be caught!
"Uehara, do you trust me?"
Tony Stark suddenly lifted his head sharply, looking at Uehara Naraku standing in front of him: "Let's catch Nick Fury first, then…"
"Tony."
Uehara Naraku interrupted Tony Stark, slowly squatting in front of him, calmly said, "That's a task for the CIA and FBI, what you need to do now is come back to S.H.I.E.L.D with me."
Uehara Naraku watched his reddened eyes, calmly continued, "To ensure you're under S.H.I.E.L.D's control, the Air Force has sent a squadron to patrol over New York. This time, I really can't help you escape here…"
Saying this, Uehara Naraku's voice abruptly grew melancholic, "Tony, I beg you… Can you consider us just a little this time…
If I let you go this time, do you think the World Security Council and the White House would consider me the Director of S.H.I.E.L.D… or just another Hydra spy conspiring with a Hydra suspect like you?"
"…"
Tony Stark once again fell into silence.
If Uehara Naraku still let him act freely today, his friends would be in danger; at least the White House and World Security Council certainly wouldn't trust them.
Tony Stark lowered his head in distress for a moment, still stubbornly muttering, "But as long as I catch Nick Fury…"
"How long will you persist in this folly?!"
Uehara Naraku, somewhat exasperated, shook his head slowly, "Right now, we need to clear your suspicions, you need to assist me in preparing documents at S.H.I.E.L.D.
Apart from you, all other members of the Avengers Squad must also be reviewed by the Security Council, only Dr. Bruce Banner passed the review.
We have a lot of troubles…
Far too many…"
Uehara Naraku rubbed his temples, continued softly, "The real troubles are beyond your imagination, troubles you'd never even dare believe…"
"Tony, I can't always devote all my time to you."
Saying this, Uehara Naraku's voice suddenly softened, "If you continue with the attitude that you can handle everything yourself, it's truly disappointing. If you insist on not coming with me today, we won't be friends anymore…"
"…"
This emotional card really hit hard!
Even Tony Stark couldn't withstand such pressure! Why does his friend seem to always be finding trouble, when he has been trying hard to help!
Tony Stark fell silent for a second, reached out his hand, the Iron Man suit swiftly disarmed itself, removing his only armament.
After completing this task, Tony Stark turned to look at Uehara Naraku: "I'm going to say goodbye to Pepper, and… Where's our plane to Washington?"
"On the rooftop."
Uehara Naraku's face displayed a relaxed expression, he nodded and continued, "Better not tell Pepper too much, don't let her worry too much… You needn't worry either, S.H.I.E.L.D has the authority to investigate Stark Industries Group."
Clearly.
Uehara Naraku's intentions were clear, with his relationship as Director of S.H.I.E.L.D with Tony Stark, S.H.I.E.L.D wouldn't trouble Stark Industries Group much.