"You all received a rare holiday, slept comfortably at home, and had a very interesting dream."
"You dreamed that various aliens attacked Earth, and you, as heroes, successfully defended Earth."
"Oh, and one more thing... you are still in the dream now."
As soon as Lin Luo finished speaking, Mystique and her companion were stunned, then involuntarily closed their eyes and fell to the ground, their consciousness hypnotized into a deep sleep state.
Buzz—!
The next moment, two green portals appeared out of thin air, and three Men in Black walked out.
After saluting Lin Luo, they quickly packed up Mystique and her companion who were lying on the ground and took them away.
Lin Luo regained his composure and introduced the device in his hand, saying, "This is a memory eraser, which can selectively erase the target's memory at any time and has an additional hypnosis function."
"It influences the target's subconscious, making the target 100% believe and remember the information you give them."
"Perhaps, I mean perhaps, your memories have been erased by it before."
!!!
The new recruits who passed the review stared intently at the memory eraser in Lin Luo's hand, and swallowed hard.
Randomly erasing and modifying other people's memories was simply a dream tool for professional Agents!
And that last sentence... was a bit terrifying when you thought about it... "No wonder there have been so many strange phenomena related to aliens in the World, yet not a single eyewitness. It turns out all their memories were wiped!" Catwoman exclaimed.
Natasha, Coulson, Eric, and Mr. Bean were lost in thought, wondering if their memories might have been erased.
As Agents, their work involved extremely complex layers, and it was possible that during a mission, they had the bad luck to run into these terrifying guys.
Having their memories erased was a minor issue; the most critical thing was the potential cost if their identities were exposed... A behemoth that could arm-wrestle and negotiate with alien civilizations could easily get rid of these little kids.
"Perhaps there are records in the database here. Once I get enough clearance, I definitely need to check it out," Natasha thought eagerly.
"Alright, after this final baptism, you will become members of the Men in Black. So..."
Lin Luo put away the memory eraser, took out a gun filled with green energy liquid, and finally warned:
"One thing, I reiterate, joining is purely voluntary. If anyone wants to quit, it's still not too late. If you regret it later, or do anything detrimental to MIB..."
"Let's just say, since MIB was established, there has never been a traitor, but there have always been measures in place to deal with traitors. That is a result no one wants to see."
"I'll give you three seconds to consider. Those who want to quit, step out of the line."
Were these words a hint?
Natasha and Coulson exchanged glances, communicating briefly with their eyes, but made no rash moves.
Eric, Mr. Bean, and Jean Grey, however, looked relaxed at this moment, not paying much attention.
Don't misunderstand, the reason they didn't care wasn't because they were confident in their backing, but because... they were ready to surrender!
Three seconds passed, and everyone on the field remained unmoved.
"Hmm, not bad."
Lin Luo was particularly satisfied with this result.
Especially with Natasha and Coulson; the S.H.I.E.L.D. behind them was significantly stronger than the others.
Without them, much fun would be lost.
His lips curved upwards, and he raised his hand, firing a shot in front of him.
Buzz—!
A green ray shot out, creating a circular portal.
"Come on."
Lin Luo said no more, put away the portal gun, and led the new recruits who had passed the review into the portal.
The Autobots, led by Optimus Prime, looked at each other when they saw this scene.
"Very mature space-travel technology," Ratchet couldn't help but exclaim, "Optimus Prime, it seems we really underestimated the life on this Planet."
"Hmm..."
Optimus Prime nodded. The sudden intrusion of a powerful Earth organization made the situation even more chaotic.
This made the leader a bit nervous... Memory Eradication Room.
A dozen spherical machines, each with ten red finger imprints, stood in the center, surrounded by walls made of special screens connected to terminals, densely displaying various information.
Looking closely, it was not difficult to find that most of the new recruits' life data from childhood to adulthood was displayed.
Much was deliberately hidden, such as Jean Grey... Her data showed that she was currently a Professor at Mutant Academy, with no involvement in X-Men.
"BOSS, hello."
"Greetings, new forces of MIB, welcome. I am L. Please follow my guidance to begin your ceremony."
"Step one, fingerprint elimination. Please place your finger on the machine, with your fingertip aligned with the red area."
Without giving the new recruits much time to react, the AI Agent L issued a command, interrupting the new recruits who were observing their surroundings.
Everyone followed the instructions, stepped forward, and placed their hands on the designated position on the machine.
Swish—!
The machine operated, instantly erasing everyone's fingerprints.
"Step two, erase all your information in this World and implant the MIB Men in Black identity verification Chip."
Buzz—!
A projection appeared in front of each new recruit, displaying some or all of their information.
For Agents like Natasha, who infiltrated as an undercover Agent, the displayed information was that created and uploaded by her organization. For other new recruits, it was their complete, normal information.
This gave them a chance to surrender, though, of course, choosing to play a game of wits was not out of the question.
L said:
"From now on, you can only wear MIB Men in Black specific attire."
"According to the identity MIB has set for you, you will eat in specific places and live in specific places. You will no longer have any identity markers."
"Unless you are naturally beautiful, you cannot stand out. Your overall image will also be sculpted so as not to leave any impression on anyone you meet."
"You are a rumor, to others, both familiar and unknown."
"You do not exist, you were not even born."
"Your name is Anonymous, silence is your language."
"You are no longer part of the system; you are above it, outside it."
"You transcend the system."
"We are 'them,' we are MIB Men in Black."
As Agent L chanted, all the personal information of the new recruits disappeared piece by piece before their eyes.
When the projection completely vanished, a mechanical arm descended behind each new recruit, implanting a miniature Chip with the MIB logo into their posterior neck.
"Ow..."
The moment the Chip was implanted, everyone let out a slight cry of pain, instinctively covering the back of their necks with their hands.
"Identity verification Chip successfully implanted. Specific usage methods have been imported into your brains."
The identity Chip connected to the nerves via the spine, importing information into the brain. Natasha and others' left eyes were like wearing the combat power reading glasses from Dragon Ball, with a pile of data information appearing before them.
Everyone opened their mouths slightly, engrossed in exploring its functions.
After some understanding, Jean Grey sighed and looked at Lin Luo apologetically, saying:
"No wonder my consciousness reading is ineffective here. It turns out you all have these Chips that can block psychic sensing."
It was astonishing. Not only could it shield against electronic devices like eavesdropping and surveillance, but it could also perfectly block the abilities of supers.
The technology here was truly developed to an unimaginable degree.
However, it was a bit strange. Since it could block psychic sensing, why was Professor Charles still able to discover MIB and even get the opportunity for MIB new recruit review?
Recalling BOSS's earlier exclamation, hmm?
Could it be... Jean Grey's eyes flickered, and she had some answers in her heart.
"BOSS, uh... I have something I want to confess to you."
Lin Luo returned a look that saw through everything, smiling, "Speak."
Seeing Lin Luo's expression, Jean Grey knew her answer was confirmed, and said helplessly:
"Besides being a Professor at Mutant Academy, I have another identity, X-Men—Phoenix."
"So, I came here not to join, but to investigate some information. Unfortunately, this doesn't seem to comply with MIB's regulations."
"X-Men, huh." Lin Luo shook his head and said, "Choosing to confess at this time, you've also made your decision, haven't you?"
"This..."
Jean Grey brushed a strand of her auburn hair, and said awkwardly, "If I say I want to quit, would you let me go?"
Lin Luo smiled without speaking.
"I knew it would be like this." Jean Grey shrugged, "I plan to go back and resign from all my positions at Mutant Academy, and stay here to explore a new path for Mutants."
"After all, if aliens can live well on Earth, Mutants shouldn't be worse than them..."
"I suggest you discard that idea," Lin Luo interrupted Jean, and said seriously, "Whether Mutants or ordinary people, they all belong to humanity."
"MIB is an organization dedicated to the entire human civilization. Racial conflicts are not within our scope of handling."
"If you truly care about Mutants, I can give you a path: diligently complete every MIB mission. When human civilization enters its second stage, ordinary people and Mutants will naturally coexist harmoniously."
Today's humans, living stable lives, having witnessed the existence of terrifying aliens, would there still be racial conflicts?
Heh heh... By then, ordinary people would surely wish Mutants were even stronger, to provide them with more security.
This is not just a matter of human nature.
If Earthlings continue to quarrel among themselves, that's their own business. If aliens dare to interfere, they should expect to face united Earthlings.
Of course, idiots are an unavoidable existence at any time.
If there were still scumbags who stirred up internal conflicts then, MIB wouldn't be needed; the government and the public would deal with them.
If the public and government couldn't handle it... that's when MIB should act.
Jean Grey, influenced by Professor X, was determined to change the plight of Mutants, but after encountering aliens, her worldview expanded.
Her previous way of thinking was indeed outdated compared to her current perspective.
Not making changes would surely lead to being eliminated.
She replied decisively, "I will change my thinking as soon as possible."
"Ok."
Lin Luo stopped talking nonsense, faced everyone, and said, "Is there anyone else who wants to say something to me?"
With things said to this extent, it would be impolite to continue pretending.
With someone taking the lead, there was nothing to hesitate about.
Mr. Bean and Eric stepped forward simultaneously, quickly clarifying their issues.
As expected, after they finished speaking, the Chips uploaded detailed information about their respective organizations.
The two excellent Agents from former organizations showed expressions of having expected this, relieved that they had made the right choice.
Witnessing this situation, Natasha, who had always been full of confidence, was now restless inside.
Facing Lin Luo, facing MIB, she felt a powerful sense of oppression, and a feeling of being seen through from head to toe.
As a Level Seven Agent who had spent years on the brink of life and death, her intuition told her... she had to make a choice.
Natasha closed her eyes, choosing to trust her intuition.
Her body moved slightly, and her steps followed.
However, a figure blocked her way.
Coulson gave Natasha a reassuring look, stepping forward ahead of her to "self-destruct" to BOSS.
Natasha paused, watching Coulson's retreating figure, her emotions stabilizing slightly.
Perhaps Fury had anticipated this situation and specifically briefed Coulson.
And given Fury's nature, the information he gave Coulson might also be false, the key being whether the other party could find it out.
When she saw Coulson reveal false information and BOSS showed no reaction, Natasha breathed a sigh of relief.
"So many Agents, you wouldn't happen to be one too..."
A sentence reached her ear, Natasha froze, cold sweat instantly trickling down, and she quickly turned her head to look at the source of the sound.
"That would be great," Catwoman said, crossing her arms, responding to Black Canary's joke.
"Being an Agent, it's not worth coming here to be an invisible person, and having to deal with aliens."
"But it's not bad either. Watching my criminal records worldwide all disappear with my own eyes, it's like stealing the most precious treasure. This feeling is just too wonderful."
"Worldwide... criminal records"
Hearing this description, Black Canary was instantly dumbfounded, "Is it that exaggerated?"
Catwoman smiled and replied, "Exaggerated? Someone even offered two hundred million U.S. dollars to capture me, dead or alive. Otherwise, why do you think I'm willing to stay here?"
"Two hundred million?!" Black Canary was dumbfounded.
"Let's not talk about that anymore." Catwoman's gaze shifted to Natasha, and she asked seductively, "What about you? Your aura, at first glance, doesn't seem like an ordinary person."
Natasha quickly managed her expression, a carefree smile gracing her pretty face, and said, "Even if I were an ordinary person, I wouldn't be qualified to be here."
"Compared to that, I'm more concerned about something else."
"BOSS."
To shift the sensitive topic, Natasha took the initiative to greet Lin Luo, asking loudly, "L said we can only wear MIB specific attire, so what kind of clothes are they?"
Clap—!
Lin Luo snapped his fingers.
Several mechanical arms descended from above, landing in front of the new recruits.
The men's were proper suits, but for the women... the upper body was quite normal, but what the hell were these short skirts + thigh-high stockings + high heels?!
The declaration stated that Men in Black should maintain a low profile.
Wearing this stuff out, did they think their charm wasn't eye-catching enough?
Natasha was stunned as she picked up the thigh-high stockings, asking, "BOSS, are you sure we have to dress like this?"
"Of course."
Lin Luo's expression was serious, and he replied unequivocally, "If you think black is not good, I can change it to White for you."
All the new recruits: "???"
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