The Savior of American Comics? I'm the Subspace Evil God!

Chapters 568, 1052, and 1053: Dividing the army into two routes, Fury's pawn?

Black Widow immediately said indignantly, "This is absolutely absurd! How could they order the arrest of the captain based solely on a blurry video and obvious framing without even investigating the facts?!"

"And it just so happens to be at this critical moment in dealing with [Ultron]... No, I must go back to the bureau immediately and explain the situation to the higher-ups."

"It's no use, Natasha." Hawkeye shook his head slightly, stopping Black Widow from leaving, then looked at Captain America with a complicated expression and said:
"It is said that the biological samples left behind by the perpetrator, extracted from the attack scene, were confirmed through DNA comparison to be a perfect match with the captain's genetic information..."

"Ah this..."

This time, not only was Black Widow dumbfounded, but Tony Stark and the others were also completely bewildered.

If it were just about height, appearance, or even fighting habits, these could be faked using high-tech disguises and motion mimicry; they had seen far too many similar methods before.

But DNA is completely different...

Anyone with a basic understanding of biology knows that this thing is not only a unique biological code for each person, but also the most important basis for identifying criminals in the modern judicial system.

It is even recognized by the medical community as irrefutable 'ironclad evidence'!
So the question is, how did that imposter manage to do it?
Keep in mind that at the time, the real Captain America was on a plane with Black Widow on their way to Wakanda!

Did the other party collect the DNA of the 'real Captain America' in advance?

If that's the case, then assassinating Nick Fury was probably just the first step in their plan.

The thought of this made everyone's hearts sink.

This is truly one wave after another!

Even Captain America himself was caught in a huge confusion and shock.

After a moment of silence, he forced himself to calm down again, looked at Hawkeye, and asked, "Barton, do you know who ordered my arrest?"

Hawkeye truthfully replied, "Uh, I heard it was Alexander Pierce, the chairman of the Security Council... After Director Fury's incident, he temporarily took over the highest command of S.H.I.E.L.D., and he personally issued the internal arrest warrant."

A complex mix of helplessness and resolute determination flashed in Captain America's eyes. He raised his head, his gaze sweeping over the shocked crowd, his voice calm yet carrying an undeniable power:
"If this is true, then my very existence will become a huge obstacle to our next actions..."

"Ultron is currently lurking in the shadows, and we absolutely cannot let my problems distract us or cause internal suspicion."

"So in order to ensure that the next step in the investigation of Ultron will not be affected by 'me,' I will voluntarily go to 'S.H.I.E.L.D.' to 'surrender' and buy you more time."

"what?!"

"Captain, are you out of your mind?"

Black Widow and Tony Stark voiced their opposition almost simultaneously.

"Absolutely not." Black Widow's eyebrows shot up, and she objected resolutely, "Captain, calm down and think about it. This is clearly a trap set for you..."

"No matter what the person behind the scenes is deliberately manipulating that imposter to frame you is planning to do next, as long as you stand in the spotlight now, it's tantamount to walking into a trap and playing right into their hands. Their plan is already more than half successful."

"So, Captain, you absolutely cannot go to S.H.I.E.L.D. to turn yourself in now."

“Natasha is right.” Tony Stark, abandoning his nonchalant attitude, echoed him seriously:
"What's more, we're already severely understaffed... The threat of Ultron is imminent, and Fury is currently missing. If you leave the team, how are we supposed to simultaneously search Ultron's lair, track down Fury, and deal with that knock-off who just happened to appear out of nowhere and looks almost exactly like you?"

"This is simply an impossible task, okay?"

Captain America looked at the concerned looks on everyone's faces and fell silent with a complicated expression.

He knew that Black Widow and Tony Stark were right; impulsiveness and personal sacrifice wouldn't solve the immediate problem, and might even make things worse.

So he decisively abandoned the idea of ​​going to S.H.I.E.L.D. to 'surrender', took a deep breath, and said in a deep voice:
“Alright then, you’re right… Since neither Dr. Banner nor I are suitable to appear in public right now, let’s simply adjust our plans for the future.”

"Natasha and I will continue as a team, going underground to secretly search for Nick Fury and do our best to find out the truth behind his assassination, as well as the origin and purpose of the imposter."

Then he turned to Tony Stark: "Stark, we were originally working together on Ultron, but now it's just you alone. I'm afraid you won't be able to handle Ultron well, and the pressure will definitely increase in the short term. I hope you can prepare in advance..."

"Also, I want to remind you that, without alerting them, you should first go to Seoul to contact Dr. Zhao Hailun. She is the person who knows the Cradle of Life project best."

"If necessary, Patton and Dr. Banner will be here to provide you with remote technical support and intelligence analysis. Natasha and I are also available to provide you with necessary support anytime, anywhere, so please rest assured."

"it is good."

Tony Stark nodded without hesitation. He knew the gravity of the situation; Ultron obtaining a 'vibranium body' was a consequence they absolutely could not afford at this stage.

"I'll head to Seoul right away to find Zhao Hailun and get the situation figured out. Once I confirm Ultron's movements, I'll contact you immediately."

Before parting, Captain America, perhaps a little nervous, solemnly warned again, "Stark, listen, if you find out that Ultron has really started using vibranium to build his new body... then it means that we have to stop him at all costs."

“I understand.” Tony Stark’s face also showed a rare seriousness as he calmly assessed the situation based on his own deductions:

“I know exactly what that means… If he really succeeds, then Ultron will become stronger than any of us, even Thor… and possibly even stronger than all of us combined.”

Captain America forced a wry smile and said with a hint of self-deprecation, "You know, ever since I awoke from the ice and entered this new era... I've started to miss those simpler days more and more, because back then, I was the 'most advanced' technological monster in the world."

Tony Stark and the others couldn't help but smile when they heard this, naturally understanding that Captain America was referring to his past as a 'super soldier'.

Captain America quickly suppressed his smile, his eyes regaining their unwavering resolve, and continued, "However, in my opinion, the only thing to be thankful for right now is that, at least for now, the [Subspace Corporation] has firmly chosen to stand on the side of all humanity."

"In other words... even if we ultimately fail, Ultron's insane plan to destroy the world will absolutely not succeed."

Before he could finish speaking, Tony Stark raised his hand to interrupt him, his tone as distrustful and wary of the Warp Corporation as ever, and said coldly:
"I hope things turn out the way you think... But Captain, remember my words, even if the [Subspace Corporation] does eventually intervene and stop [Ultron] from destroying the world, I will never easily trust them... Their motives are definitely not pure."

Having said that, Tony Stark said no more. "Friday..."

Tony Stark slowly opened his arms, and the Mark 45 armor, controlled by Friday, flew out of a barn. At the same time, a gap large enough for a person to enter opened in the front of the armor, precisely fitting Tony Stark inside.

Click!

Click!

Click...

A series of exhilarating mechanical sounds rang out, and in just a few seconds, the gap in front of the [Mark45 Armor] was completely closed. Finally, with a crisp 'click', the golden-red visor fell down, and two sky-blue lights suddenly shone from the eyes on the visor.

"[Friday], help me plan the best route, destination: Dr. Cho Hae-ryun's lab in [Seoul], coordinates..."

"Destination successfully located, boss."

"set off!"

[Mark45 Armor] The thrusters under his feet ignited instantly, bursting out two blazing orange lights.

Tony Stark instantly transformed into a golden-red streak of light and soared into the sky, speeding towards Seoul and disappearing into the horizon in the blink of an eye.

Captain America watched Tony Stark's departing figure and shook his head helplessly.

He knew the source of the other party's stubbornness and understood that their doubts about the [Subspace Group] were not entirely unfounded.

But now, they must focus on the immediate crisis.

He turned around, nodded to Black Widow, and the two of them, without exchanging any further words, tacitly boarded the Quinjet once more.

The hatch closed, the engines started, and the fighter jet slowly took off. After adjusting its direction, it silently sped away towards Washington, D.C.

Hawkeye, who was responsible for staying behind, watched the Quinjet disappear into the horizon, his brows furrowed, and he sighed helplessly.

His face was filled with confusion and a hint of barely perceptible guilt.

He was the only one who knew that Nick Fury was neither missing nor in any danger.

However, he really couldn't understand why Nick Fury wanted him to hide the fact that he wasn't injured.

Even if it were just a brief message sent through an encrypted channel to Alexander Pierce and the Security Council explaining that the attacker was an imposter Captain America, the S.H.I.E.L.D. warrant for Captain America could be quickly revoked.

Even if it cannot be immediately revoked, it can at least be suspended on the spot, and the internal chaos and suspicion can be quickly quelled, thus greatly reducing the pressure on the captain.

But Nick Fury chose to remain in hiding, to continue "playing dead," to avoid the situation, and even allowed Alexander Pierce to take over S.H.I.E.L.D., and issued an internal arrest warrant for Captain America.

They contacted me solely through a single, highly secretive line and issued the order to 'wait and see, and monitor from the shadows'...

What exactly is Nick Fury plotting?
What exactly is he trying to 'observe'?
Where will that so-called 'change' occur?
[Eagle Eye] suddenly realized that his superior, whom he had followed for so many years, had recently become increasingly unfamiliar and difficult to understand.

He had a strong feeling that Nick Fury was playing a very big game, and that all of them, even the wanted Captain America, were likely pawns on the other side's chessboard.

This feeling made him very uncomfortable.

Regardless, Hawkeye only hopes that Nick Fury's ruthless and cunning adventure will ultimately bring everyone a good ending.

Otherwise... he dared not imagine what the consequences would be.

After a long while, [Hawkeye] withdrew his gaze, turned around and walked into the house. The heavy wooden door slowly closed behind him, temporarily isolating the outside world's disturbances and unknown uncertainties from the warm and cozy 'haven' inside.

He must take this opportunity to fully enjoy the long-awaited time spent with his family; who knows when the next time will be?

As for how things will develop next, let's just leave it to hell for now!

…………

……

【Washington, D.C.】

[A high-end shopping mall in Georgetown].

It was an ordinary weekend afternoon. The shopping mall was bustling with people. The afternoon sun shone through the huge glass curtain wall and fell on the mirror-like marble floor inside the mall, reflecting a faint halo.

The air was filled with melodious piano music, as well as the fragrance of freshly ground coffee, desserts, and various women's perfumes.

In the relatively quiet digital product area on the fourth floor, the Apple store in the corner was brightly lit, with various latest electronic products on display.

A couple is standing in front of a MacBook Pro on display, and their body language suggests they are very interested in its performance.

The man was tall and imposing, wearing a plain blue hooded sweatshirt and jeans. The brim of the hood was pulled low, covering most of his face, but you could still see his well-defined jawline and the composed demeanor that he couldn't hide no matter what.

The other woman was wearing an oversized grey hoodie, also with a hood over her head, completely concealing her alluring figure and striking red hair, revealing only her delicate chin and full lips painted with colorless lipstick.

That's right, this 'couple' is none other than Captain America and Black Widow, who are wanted by S.H.I.E.L.D.

"Captain, are you really sure you want me to do this?" Black Widow tilted her head slightly, her face, hidden in the shadow of her hood, was filled with seriousness.

(End of this chapter)