Chapter 87: Chapter 87: I Have the Final Say
For the interests of HYDRA, Oaks cannot continue as a consultant for S.H.I.E.L.D.
Moreover, this "Avengers Initiative" that Nick Fury has come up with will clearly hinder his future actions.
Although the Council has already approved this plan, it doesn't mean there can't be any changes.
When the favored Project Insight, backed by the Council and HYDRA, is fully implemented, that will also be the time when the Avengers Initiative plan is abolished.
Pierce left with full confidence.
Nick Fury didn't know Pierce's calculations, but he didn't become happy from gaining more power and budget from S.H.I.E.L.D.
To think that the Project Pegasus, which has detached itself from the control of the U.S. military, would involve the U.S. presidential election and even the Benevolence Society, was something he never anticipated.
Just thinking about the importance of Project Pegasus, he didn't raise any objections. Otherwise, even if Pierce personally facilitated it, it would never get done.
There is only one person with real power in S.H.I.E.L.D., and that is Director Nick Fury. Although Pierce has high authority, in terms of real power, he is second to the Director.
Fury understood Pierce's intention. The Avengers Initiative was indeed important, but this matter of exchanging interests also had to be done.
After silently considering for a while, Nick Fury picked up the phone:
"Come to my office."
Two minutes later, the door to Nick Fury's office opened.
"Director."
Maria Hill, S.H.I.E.L.D.'s Level 9 agent and Director Nick Fury's absolute right-hand person.
"Agent Hill, this is a classified mission. I need you to ensure that whatever happens with the Benevolence Society will not be subject to 'excessive interpretation' by any media—
especially without involving our S.H.I.E.L.D."
"Regarding Dr. Oaks and the Benevolence Society?"
Agent Hill was momentarily taken aback, but as a well-trained agent, she immediately accepted the order before asking:
"What about Melinda and Sharon?"
"Nothing changes regarding the Benevolence Society, but Oaks... will no longer continue as a consultant."
Nick Fury stood up from his chair and folded his hands behind his back.
"The Avengers Initiative has obtained the Council's approval. Both Oaks and Banner can officially be listed as Avengers members. Oaks's role as a consultant is no longer meaningful and will affect some of our upcoming plans."
"...I understand, Director."
Hill nodded. As the de facto Deputy Director, Agent Hill understood the core idea behind the Director's Avengers Initiative.
The Avengers did not fall under S.H.I.E.L.D.'s jurisdiction, but monitoring them was still necessary at this stage.
While the relationship between the Benevolence Society and S.H.I.E.L.D. was a trade S.H.I.E.L.D. pursued with Oaks personally, in reality, it was still monitoring two Avengers.
"Regarding this matter... have you informed Oaks...?"
Agent Hill had little interaction with Oaks, but she had heard some things about him from Melinda.
After all, he was the first openly known superhuman consultant in S.H.I.E.L.D.
So, what would be the reaction of this consultant who has solved many troubles for S.H.I.E.L.D. if his consultant position were unilaterally terminated by S.H.I.E.L.D.?
Rumor has it that he hasn't always been polite to Director Fury.
"I will personally inform him. You go contact Melinda and Sharon to prepare for the new assignment—lasting until the end of next year."
"Until the end of next year..."
Agent Hill nodded, seemingly understanding something.
"I understand, Director."
"And one more thing, report this matter to me alone."
"Yes, Director."
...
"It seems like you're not surprised by this matter?"
Nick Fury's large hand caressed his drowsy Goose on his thigh. He was currently in the Chairman's office at the headquarters of the Benevolence Society.
Speaking of which, regularly coming here to relax, pet the cat, and breathe the high-quality air made him feel much more efficient in his work.
Similar to when he was at home, Oaks and him were sitting on the couch during business discussions, with a coffee table separating them. The atmosphere was casual.
However, Nick Fury didn't expect that after he informed Oaks of his decision, the latter would immediately fall into deep thought—
He thought Oaks would directly retaliate, but now Oaks's reaction left him with no room to use his prepared arguments.
"Although your explanation seems fine, I'm not a fool. I can tell that you're trying to prevent certain troublesome things from happening."
Oaks pinched his chin. Almost instinctively, he thought of the bald guy in New Mexico who seemed to hold him in high regard.
Anyone could guess that HYDRA, after witnessing his abilities, wouldn't let him go without making a move:
"But as expected, as the head of a special ops organization who doesn't trust anyone, not even the Avengers, you won't miss an opportunity for surveillance. You're a control freak to the point of being a maniac."
The corners of Nick Fury's mouth twitched uncontrollably. Being called a maniac to his face was less acceptable than being called bald:
"Hey! Kid, watch your mouth!"
"It seems like I have attracted the attention of certain individuals... individuals that even S.H.I.E.L.D finds troublesome. So you're distancing yourself."
Oaks completely ignored Nick Fury's protest. HYDRA should not be enough to make Nick Fury come to such a decision.
Then it must be higher up.
"Revoking my consultant status is no problem. After all, this was a condition you imposed on me.
However, I think we should be thorough. Let's end the cooperation between the Benevolence Society and S.H.I.E.L.D. as well."
In fact, Oaks had planned to completely sever ties with S.H.I.E.L.D. after the battle in New York.
Although it was earlier than planned, it didn't have much impact in reality.
The Benevolence Society had already utilized most of S.H.I.E.L.D.'s resources, and the Benevolence Society now had the ability to handle any repercussions from losing this backing.
After all, the Benevolence Society had their own network of relationships now. They may have offended many, but they had helped even more people!
However, if the other party was coming after him, it seemed like he needed to disappear for a while and divert their attention.
It was also time for the Benevolence Society to change their development strategy.
"Melinda and Sharon's responsibilities can be handed over to Antonio. We can start tomorrow. To thank them for their contributions to the Benevolence Society, I will arrange a farewell party."
Oaks looked earnestly at Nick Fury's widened eye.
"But based on the respect we had before, let me remind you that it's best if no one bothers the Benevolence Society!"
"Wait! I didn't say we should end the cooperation!"
Nick Fury felt a great sense of absurdity. Was he just given a slap in the face?!
How could he continue monitoring the two Avengers if this guy was doing things like this?!
"For the matter of the presidential election, you just need to pause the Benevolence Society' activities..."
"Director Fury, it seems you've misunderstood something."
Oaks crossed his arms and gave a cold smile:
"From the beginning, you've always thought that you held the initiative in S.H.I.E.L.D's hands. But in reality...
What I do and how I do it is up to me and me alone.
I cooperated with you because I thought it would benefit me. But now, in my eyes, you presumptuous people have no value.
I don't need your approval for this matter because there is no written document signed by me personally that proves our relationship between the Benevolence Society and S.H.I.E.L.D.
Also... if you want to use any special means, I think you can remove two names from the Avengers roster."
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