A retired reincarnator from a certain American film studio

Luke could tell that Cipher was definitely jealous. He rubbed his temples and said, "Honey, you know what's going on in Texas. Even without Heather's call, I would have gone anyway. And you have to admit, Heather's call gave me an even more valid reason to go to Texas."

Cipher shrugged, then said casually, "I know."

But knowing is knowing.

Jealousy can happen in any situation, regardless of the occasion or the circumstances.

Helpless, Luke could only promise Cipher that if things went smoothly in Texas, he would go to the Hive Base to be with Cipher as soon as the matter was settled.

If we calculate based on the time frame...

Once things in Texas are finished, the timing should be roughly the same as the FBI relocation in Kahn City.

From any perspective, he had to go and support Cipher, to make a good impression on the military and the FBI.

Because next, he can use the Hive base he acquired to integrate the Whitehouse legacy and industries he took over, and directly carry out a major cleanup.

Using the Hive base, Cypher creates a company to consolidate assets, along with his Hydra agents.

He had already thought of a name.

What other company name could match Hive Base?

Just call it that!

Umbrella!

……

Chapter 462 Luke and Hill's Date

Luke has been in charge of Daniel Whitehorn's estate for some time now.

The legacy is extensive, diverse, and chaotic.

Currently, Earl and Debbie are helping to manage these things, but because it's so complicated and messy, they've almost always been confined to the office.

This is not good.

Because these inheritances are shady, Earl and Debbie have a lot of trouble managing them and need to be careful. So Luke has been thinking about how to handle these matters.

From the beginning, he actually intended to have Cipher help with management.

At that time, Cipher was Zola's man, and Luke's relationship with Zola could not be described as irreconcilable, but rather as one where seeing Zola was like seeing one's father-in-law.

So Lu Ke didn't have the nerve to steal his father-in-law's girlfriend.

But things are different now.

Although Zola is not dead, under the watchful eyes of S.H.I.E.L.D., it will be difficult for him to do as he pleases as before.

Luke had heard Alexander Pierce say that after Zola moved to S.H.I.E.L.D., Hill set up a large local area network for Zola and didn't let him connect to the internet at all.

Of course.

Luke no longer cared about Zola's fate. After all, favors are only given once, and there won't be a second time. Even if Zola were to act recklessly again, Cipher would not plead for him.

Luke was more concerned that the integration of the heritage could be put on the agenda.

Relying on the Hive base and Zola's desperate measures to survive, the industries left behind in Kahn City were reintegrated with Saive's own industries and businesses. While continuing to focus on information business and international arms business, they also explored new business areas.

For example, he could use the Hydra agents he recruited to launder money and establish an international defense company.

Perfect timing! With the military base that's about to be built in Stoneville, plus his relationship with Stryker, he'll have no trouble securing business from the military.

Yaya.

Luke had long been disgusted by the Hydra agents who had done nothing but make money off him since he took over.

But firing him outright would have a negative impact and would also disrupt his harmonious relationship with Alexander Pierce, the current undercover mastermind behind Hydra.

This time, after Cypher integrates them, he can throw those people out to make money for him. When Alexander Pierce asks about it, he can simply say that he wants to cultivate Hydra's elite forces in actual combat.

That reason is quite perfect.

The most important thing.

Once the integration with Cipher is successful, Whitehorse's manors, villas, and apartments in the open will be able to be legally registered and brought to light. At the same time, his two female generals, Earl and Debbie, will also be freed up.

and so……

The establishment of Umbrella, while not exactly imminent, was certainly not without urgency.

Of course, all of this will have to wait until he returns from Texas.

At 7:30 that evening.

The Gulfstream private jet arrived at Los Santos International Airport on time.

Jack, who was already waiting in the hangar, saw Luke, Rachel, and Lorna walking out of the plane and rushed over to greet them. He took the bags from the flight attendant and the co-pilot and then looked excitedly at Luke: "Boss, you're back."

Luke nodded, looked at Natasha who had come with Jack, and said with a smile, "I'm not your boss, Natasha."

Natasha smiled and said, "But you are my man's leader, Director Dan."

Luke burst into laughter.

Rachel smiled and put the bag in Jack's hand into the trunk. She then took out two gifts that she had prepared beforehand and handed them to Jack.

Of course.

And Natasha's too.

Natasha reached out and took it, somewhat surprised.

"mine?"

"of course."

Rachel said with a smile.

Rachel has been managing almost all of Luke's social networks, at least those that are currently known to exist.

As a good wife, even though Lu Ke does whatever he wants, all his friends on social networks agree that he is a good person.

This is all thanks to Rachel.

Natasha opened the gift, looked at the little surprise inside, and then looked up at Rachel, who was smiling. She finally understood why Luke, on this West Coast, received only praise and no criticism.

soon.

There were too many people, and one car couldn't fit everyone, so Rachel followed Lorna and left in another black sedan.

In Jack's car.

As soon as Luke sat down and started the car, Jack handed the prepared documents to Luke, who was sitting in the back seat.

"Boss, here's the information you requested."

"it is good."

Lu Ke reached out and took it, flipped it open, glanced at it, and said with some surprise, "Heather was adopted?"

Jack nodded: "That's what Debbie's research says."

Natasha, sitting in the passenger seat, heard the somewhat familiar name and her expression shifted slightly as she looked at Jack, who was focused on driving.

Speaking of Heather, she's the Texas girlfriend that Luke previously flirted with in Stoneville.

right.

Natasha thought to herself.

Sitting in the back seat, Luke noticed Natasha's actions. Without looking up, he flipped through the documents and said, "You guessed right, Natasha is Heather."

Natasha turned her head, her eyes sparkling with gossip: "Director Dane, you and that Heather..."

how.

Heather thinks you lied to her and doesn't want to talk to you anymore. So, are you planning to abuse your power and play dirty tricks?

It's not fair to blame Natasha for thinking that way.

After all, that's how all the big shots in Washington, D.C. played.

Once they set their sights on a prey, none can escape. They have no qualms about playing the game, even if it involves coercion or enticement.

Luke smiled, closed the documents in his hand, and looked at Natasha: "I'm a gentleman, Natasha."

Natasha answered without hesitation: "Of course."

That's what you say, but your expression says otherwise.

but……

Lu Ke didn't pay any attention.

"Have you found out what's been going on with Heather lately?"

"We found out, but it's good news."

Jack, focused on driving, said, "Debbie did some research and found out that Heather's grandmother just passed away, leaving her a large inheritance. Debbie checked the timeline, and the day Heather called you was the same day her lawyer came to see her to claim the inheritance."

Natasha listened intently to the gossip.

Lu Ke stroked his chin.

"heritage?"

"Correct."

Jack nodded: "Debbie coordinated with the local FBI and treated the lawyer to a cup of coffee. Heather's maternal grandmother left a manor in Newt Town and wanted Heather to inherit it. That's probably why Heather called you."

Lu Ke nodded thoughtfully.

Jack asked, "Boss, should we go over there?"

Luke smiled and tossed the documents aside: "Of course I'll go. After all, it's a good opportunity to ease the tension between me and Heather, don't you think, Natasha?"

Natasha was slightly taken aback. She turned her head to look at Luke, who had a half-smile on his face, chuckled a few times, and said nothing.

soon.

The car arrived at the doorstep.

Lu Ke didn't say anything, and simply pushed open the door and got out of the car.