American comic book: I, with my abundant martial virtue, love to do good to others.

"I can make the decision. If we can catch those spies, I can apply for a $50,000 informant fee for you."

"With this $50,000, your daughter can attend a better school."

"So, prison or dollars, the choice is yours!"

Listening to Lynn's words, which were a mix of harsh words and sweet promises, Variant picked up a lighter, lit the cigarette, took a deep drag, and said, "I hope you're not lying to me, Agent. It all started 20 years ago."

"Boris Alexei and I grew up together, and when I was eight years old, both my parents and Boris's parents were murdered!"

"Later, Boris chose to join the army, while I wasn't selected due to health reasons. However, we've never given up investigating the killer all these years!"

"Later, Boris was selected to join the KGB, while I dropped out of school. Then, seven years ago, I suddenly received a call from Boris."

At this point, Variant took another drag of his opium: "Actually, by then I had given up investigating the truth behind my parents' murder because I already had a family."

"But Boris discovered through the KGB that the person who killed our parents had actually become an overseas spy."

"I eventually came to New York after Boris's repeated persuasion."

Looking up at Lynn, Variant said, "The Andrei couple, who were killed by Boris, were actually subordinates of that spy. Boris also learned the spy's hiding place from Andrei!"

After obtaining the list from Variant, Lynn Hall had Alice retrieve the identities of these individuals.

As the list appeared one by one in the notebook, Lynn discovered that some of these people were teachers.

Some of them are doctors.

There was even a spy working at the city hall.

Looking at these people, Lynn closed his notebook and said to Variant, "Are you sure everyone on this list is a Soviet spy?"

"certainly!"

In response to Lynn's questioning, Variant replied very seriously, "I have a very good memory. These are the people that Boris Alexei told me about. I would never be wrong."

"These spies' superior was named Angelina, who worked at the New York consulate. Boris said she was the one who killed our parents!"

Lynn gestured for Sean to continue the interrogation, then got up, took his notebook, and left the interrogation room.

A few minutes later, in Duke's office.

"I didn't expect there to be so many Russian spies in New York. I'm afraid there are even more spies in Washington." Duke glanced at the list and said to Lynn, "You did a very good job, Lynn."

"If we can capture these spies, our resumes will look much better."

"And this will also benefit my campaign to become the FBI director, and it will make it easier for you to take over the FBI in New York in the future."

"Now, you immediately lead your men to capture all these spies!"

"Yes, Chief!"

Upon hearing Duke's instructions, Lynn nodded: "However, Chief, according to Variant's instructions..."

Angelina has been working at the consulate. If we forcibly enter the consulate to arrest her, it would likely provoke a diplomatic protest from the Russians.

"If the Department of Justice holds you accountable, you'll likely face pressure. Perhaps we could wait until Angelina leaves the consulate before making the arrest?"

Well, in front of Duke, Lynn naturally had to pretend that she considered his needs in everything.

Sure enough, Duke smiled when he heard Lynn say that: "Don't worry, even if the Russians protest, it's those guys in the White House who will have a headache. The consulate is not an embassy."

"clear!"

Lynn nodded and got up to leave Duke's office.

As soon as Lynn left, Duke said with a chuckle, "Pierce, I told you my judgment was right!"

As soon as Duke finished speaking, Alexander Pierce's laughter came from the phone on the table: "Indeed, a very capable and well-rounded young man."

"With his help, you might actually be able to become the director of the FBI headquarters."

"Duke, how about we make a deal? Give me Lynn Hall, and you can choose any of my men."

Don't even think about it.

Upon hearing Pierce's suggestion, James Duke said, "You should continue working on Project Insight with your men."

"I plan to hand over all those immature young people to Lynn in charge after a while."

Hearing how much Duke values ​​Lynn, and even want to hand over the management of the younger generation of Hydra members under his control, one can see that...

Inside S.H.I.E.L.D., Alexander Pierce frowned and said, "Are you sure you want to do this? Even if Lynn Hall is incredibly capable, he's not..."

"I believe my judgment is sound!"

Hearing Duke's crisp and decisive answer, Pierce frowned, then said a few words before hanging up the phone.

Pierce placed his phone on the table, thought for a few seconds, and then pressed a button on the table.

Soon, there was a knock on the office door.

New York, the Russian consulate.

Leading his fully armed team, Lynn stepped out of the vehicle and, seeing the consulate gates unusually closed, made a tactical hand gesture while holding a submachine gun.

Upon seeing Lynn's tactical hand signals, the team members immediately advanced towards the consulate's outer gate in an offensive formation.

The leading tactical team aimed at the surroundings, ready to attack at the slightest disturbance, while another team used specialized equipment to swiftly break open the abnormally closed iron gate.

The moment the iron gate was opened, the first tactical squad rushed into the courtyard.

Sean opened the monitoring room next to the iron gate and found the house on the ground.

Upon seeing this, Sean immediately went to the monitor. The monitor showed every corner outside the consulate, but he did not find anything unusual.

"Boss, all the security personnel in the consulate's security department have been shot dead, and there is nothing unusual outside."

Upon hearing Sean's words through the earpiece, Lynn grabbed a submachine gun and led his men into the consulate!

Upon opening the consulate's main door, one could see several uniformed individuals lying in pools of blood in the lobby.

The consulate was eerily quiet, as if everyone had vanished.

They led their men in a fan-shaped formation to search the first floor, but found no one in any of the rooms.

Upon reaching the second floor, I saw unfinished steak on the table and cigarette ash that had automatically burned out.

Lynn then realized that the people inside the consulate must have been attacked suddenly and then hurriedly evacuated.

"Sean, use the thermal imaging camera to scan and locate the security room inside the consulate."

Upon hearing Lynn's order, Sean immediately instructed the first team to use the pre-prepared thermal imager to conduct a scan.

Lynn led the group to continue searching the third floor.

Upon reaching the third floor, the spider-sense immediately issued a danger warning.

He instinctively raised his gun and aimed ahead, only to see a grenade flying towards him.

"FUXX!"

He used the butt of his rifle to smash the grenade into the room across the hall, and the grenade exploded instantly.

"boom."

The violent explosion shredded everything in the room, but Lynn immediately rushed towards the direction from which the grenade had been thrown.

When Lynn saw a pistol peeking out from around the corner, he fired without hesitation.

"Da da da.:"

A burst of bullets struck the pistol, and Boris, who was about to launch a sneak attack, instantly withdrew his hand.

Hearing the footsteps rapidly approaching, Boris ran towards the window without hesitation.

Just as he was about to reach the window and jump, Lynn suddenly appeared in front of him.

Seeing Lynn appear out of thin air, Boris Alexei gripped his dagger and thrust it directly at Lynn.

Boris Alexei was a former intelligence agent, so he was naturally very agile.

But against Lynn, who possessed spider-sense, Boris's assassination attempt was like a slow-motion scene.

After dodging the dagger aimed at his heart, Lynn grabbed Boris's arm with one hand and shoved him away like a sandbag.

"Puff..."

His body slammed heavily against the wall, and the moment Boris landed, he was ready to pull out a pen loaded with a poison needle and fire it.

Before he could even aim the pen at Lynn, Lynn lunged at him, grabbed his arm, and pulled hard.

"Crack..."

A crisp sound rang out, and Boris's arm was broken by Lynn!

"ah..."

The intense pain made Boris cry out instinctively, but Lynn's fists rained down on him like a storm!

Lynn's attack appeared to be extremely fierce, but in reality, Lynn was holding back his power.

If Lynn had used his full power, Boris Alexei would probably be a pile of mud by now!

By the time the action team rushed over, Boris Alexei had already been beaten unconscious.

He waved his hand, signaling his men to take him down. Lynn glanced around and then beckoned to Dennis.

"Boss."

"The consulate staff should be in the safe room by now, so go to the documents room and contact Joey."

"Have her remotely control the computer and copy the consulate's documents!"

Upon hearing Lynn's order, Dennis immediately nodded.

Lynn told the action team to continue the search, then put away his gun and headed upstairs.

"Boss, are you alright?"

Upon reaching the second floor, they saw Sean rushing over after hearing the commotion.

Seeing that Lynn was alright, Sean finally breathed a sigh of relief: "I was terrified by the explosion and gunshots. Boss, next time there's something dangerous like this, please let me lead the team!"

"After all, supervisors don't need to go out on fieldwork!"

Hearing Sean say that, Lynn lit a cigarette and said, "No fieldwork, just sitting in the office all day?"

"Having Barbara massage you every day would be great, or if that's not possible, I can introduce you to my girlfriend's colleague, her colleague..."

"Get lost, let's get down to business. Have you found the safe room yet?"

"Found it! It's in the basement of the consulate!"

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Upon hearing Lynn's question, Sean immediately replied, "I didn't expect there to be a hidden safe room in that basement. If the life detector hadn't scanned out images of a group of people, I really wouldn't have discovered it."

They led the team to the basement, where the hidden safe room could not be opened from the outside.

Lynn took out his phone and dialed the consul in the security room. After the call was connected, he said, "Consul, Boris Alexei, who attacked you, has been apprehended by the FBI."

"You can now take your men out of the safe room!"

Hearing Lynn Hall's voice on the phone, the consul breathed a slight sigh of relief.

He thought of Lynn Hall and his men approaching him, demanding an investigation into Boris's file.

They made all sorts of excuses and even set up difficult levels, but now their group almost died at Boris's hands.

In Alexei's hands.

In the end, he was rescued by Lynn Hall and his men, whom he had been deliberately making things difficult for.

Thinking about all this, the consul couldn't help but feel a little ashamed.

Upon opening the safe room, the consul stepped forward and extended his hand to Lynn, expressing his sincere gratitude: "Thank you, Mr. Lynn Hall, for saving us."

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"I apologize to you for the Boris Alexei files incident, and I hope you don't mind!"

"I don't mind, of course I don't mind."

Looking at the consul who was expressing his sincere gratitude, Lynn said with a smile.

After saying that, Lynn waved his hand, and the next second the action team stepped forward and forcibly arrested Angelina and all seven people on the list.

Seeing this, the consul immediately looked at Lynn: "Why is this? Mr. Lynn Hall, you ordered people to forcibly take away our consulate staff. You are deliberately provoking a conflict between the Russian bear and the United States."

"I expect an explanation, otherwise I will..."

"Consul, according to evidence gathered by our FBI, the seven individuals led by Angelina are actually spies who have been stealing government secrets."

"Therefore, I have the right to arrest them!"

Lynn Hall ordered his men to take the man away, and looking at the consul glaring at him angrily, he smiled and said, "You're welcome to thank me for saving your lives."

"Of course, I'd be happy to accept a thank-you note if you'd like."

"By the way, Boris Alexei really made a mess of your consulate, so I suggest that for the sake of the Russian nation's reputation, you'd better send someone to clean it up!"

After saying that, Lynn led his team away.

"FUXX!"

Watching Lynn's departing figure, the consul cursed angrily.

I was just feeling ashamed about the difficulties I faced with his files, but now it seems I was right. There really isn't a single good person in the American official organization.

"Haha, boss, I just saw that consul's face turn green."

Back in the car, Sean described the consul's expression with a laugh.

Regarding the incident where the boss went to the consul but was given a file containing only a name and photo,

He had already heard it from Alice.

So when Sean saw the consul's disgusted expression, he felt a great sense of satisfaction.

Seeing Sean laughing heartily, Lynn chuckled as well: "How's Alice doing?"

"Boss, Alice has led her men to City Hall to make the arrests, and the guys in the department's action team are also making arrests according to the list."

"I estimate that we can arrest all those damn spies within half an hour at most."

Upon hearing Sean's answer, Lynn Hall nodded slightly.

Leaning back in the car with her eyes closed, Lynn gradually relaxed.

Unexpectedly, the Iron Curtain, which carried nuclear weapons, has led to the discovery of more than 30 spies.

This must be the biggest espionage case cracked this year!

Back at the FBI building, the agents who had gone out to carry out the arrest mission were also rushing back.

These people are all professionals, so there's no need to worry about those spies committing suicide after discovering their identities have been exposed.

However, when this was mentioned, Lynn Hall suddenly remembered that it seemed to be a Hydra tradition to hide deadly poisons such as cyanide in their teeth and then bite off the poison to commit suicide when their identity was exposed!

After all the spies were arrested, Lynn went to Duke's office again.

"Chief, all thirty-six spies have been apprehended and brought to justice."

"well done!"

Upon hearing Lynn's report, James Duke handed Lynn a cigar with satisfaction and said, "Select another 16 criminals with sentences of several hundred years from the New York prisons."

"Since they're never going to get out of here again, we might as well use this opportunity to make a list of fifty-two spies!"

"clear!"

Upon hearing Duke's instructions, Lynn smiled and nodded.

Who exactly is the spy is, of course, up to us to decide.

When the press conference was held, the FBI in New York announced that they had busted 52 spies, which was far more shocking than the 36 spies they had arrested.

"By the way, you're coming with me to Washington tomorrow. Such a big matter definitely needs to be reported to headquarters and the Department of Justice."

"Also, hold a press conference at headquarters. This time, you'll be the one to explain the case to the reporters!"

Upon hearing Duke's words, Lynn nodded.

Lynn is very willing to get her face shown!

Inside the Ministry of Justice's meeting room.

"In the last Felton family cannibalism case, Lynn Hall uncovered more than two hundred cannibals hiding in the country."

"This matter caused quite a stir, and the president also wanted to recognize Lynn Hall's outstanding contributions."

They were going to award him the Medal of Honor, but it was ruined by some people who had never even received a medal before.

The Deputy Attorney General tapped his fingers lightly on the table, glancing at Matthew Davis, whose expression was somewhat unpleasant, and said, "I know what some people were trying to achieve by doing this in the first place."

"Isn't it just that my nephew is also an assistant director at the FBI in New York? Once Lynn Hall receives the Medal of Honor, then the director position won't be his nephew's."

"But what was the result? Someone's nephew was a good-for-nothing. He not only bankrupted a business family through underhanded means, but also seized their villa and even took advantage of their girlfriend."

"Pfft... In the end, when they were driven to a dead end, they just went and killed each other."

"That's enough!"

Hearing the Deputy Attorney General's sarcasm, Matthew Davis slammed his fist on the table and said, "Laurent, you don't need to be sarcastic here."

"The reason I did that was because Lynn Hall was too young. He was only 24 years old. If he made a mistake after receiving the Presidential Medal of Honor, wouldn't that make the entire FBI a laughing stock?"

"If you have any complaints, you can certainly raise them with the minister!"

"Oh!"

Hearing Matthew Davis's righteous and indignant tone, Laurent Conley chuckled: "Yes, you, the deputy secretary, have really gone to great lengths to protect the reputation of the FBI."

"Unfortunately, the young man who was worried about making the FBI a laughing stock instead successfully took the position of supervisor and cracked another large-scale espionage case. He even uprooted the Russian spy organization and arrested all 52 spies."

"The nephew, on whom someone had placed high hopes, was instead... ha."

Faced with Laurent Conley's sarcastic tone, Matthew Davis angrily slammed his fist on the table repeatedly.

Upon seeing this, Attorney General Jeff Russell interrupted the argument with a laugh: "Alright, alright, this meeting isn't for you two arguing."

"Let's discuss Lynn Hall's reward."

"What's there to discuss?"

Upon hearing the minister's words, Laurent Conley replied, "Minister, Lynn Hall's past record has proven that his loyalty is beyond question."

"The Felton family cannibalism case and the Russian spy organization case further proved his exceptional abilities."

"Furthermore, with the death of the deputy director of the FBI in New York in Los Angeles, I think it would be better to have Lynn Hall temporarily take over as deputy director."

Upon hearing Laurent Conley's suggestion, Matthew Davis immediately retorted, "I object. I acknowledge that Lynn Hall is exceptionally talented, but he is, after all, too young."

"What's wrong with being young? Who says young people can't shoulder heavy responsibilities? Don't forget Captain America from back in the day."

"Is wartime the same as peacetime? Even Captain America went through layers of selection and testing!"

"Isn't Lynn Hall the same? Do you think he became a manager without being tested?"

Seeing the two start arguing again, Jeff Russell waved his hand, signaling them to stop.

After the two stopped arguing, Jeff Russell spoke up, "Laurent has a point, but Matthew is right too."

"Lynn Hall is indeed very capable, but we also need to consider his age."

Jeff Russell tapped the table lightly and said, "Here's what we'll do: the position of deputy director of the FBI in New York will remain vacant for now, but Lynn Hall's commendation should not be neglected."

"Therefore, I propose that Lynn Hall receive the Medal of Honor awarded by the President this year, and at the same time, the Congressional Gold Medal."

"I agree!"

As soon as Jeff Russell finished speaking, Laurent immediately expressed his agreement.

As for Matthew Davis, who was sitting opposite him, he thought for a few seconds and then reluctantly agreed!

Seeing that neither of them objected, the others in the meeting room naturally expressed their agreement as well.

Seeing that everyone agreed, Jeff Russell stood up and said, "Since no one objects, then this matter is settled."

"James Duke will be bringing Lynn Hall to Washington tomorrow, so Lawrence, you go and talk to Congress, I'll go see the president!"

After saying that, Jeff Russell left the conference room.

After the meeting ended, Laurent Conley glanced at Matthew Davis, then smiled and left the conference room.

He never even considered making Lynn Hall the deputy director of the FBI in New York right now.

The reason for this suggestion was simply to remove the roof before opening the windows.

After all, if everyone disagrees with removing the roof, then opening a window is much simpler.

Matthew Davis snorted as he watched Laurent leave.

Matthew Davis actually had no complaints about Lynn Hall.

Even his nephew, Kenny Davis, had praised Lynn's abilities to him more than once.

He even said that once he became the manager, he would definitely try to win over Lynn Hall.

But now, his nephew is dead...

Thinking about this, Matthew Davis watched Laurent's departing figure thoughtfully.

Laurent did this because he valued Lynn Hall's abilities and wanted to build up support for him for events a few years later.

If that's the case, then why can't I do it myself?

After all, he had no grudge against Lynn Hall, and Kenny's death had nothing to do with him.

Moreover, I am the Deputy Minister of Justice!

Thinking of this, Matthew Davis chuckled and then got up to leave the conference room.

He really wanted to see Laurent's furious face after Lynn Hall was won over to his side.

FBI, New York.

Looking at the text message on his phone, Duke smiled at Lynn and said, "It's all settled. After you and I go to Washington tomorrow, the president will personally award you the Medal of Honor."

"You will also receive the Congressional Gold Medal."

Hearing Duke say that, Lynn asked curiously, "Chief, have our people started working?"

In response to Lynn's soft question, Duke smiled and shook his head: "He's not really one of us, he's just benefited quite a bit from our organization over the years!"

"However, there are indeed our people around the president!"

The news that a Russian soldier defected to the United States in a nuclear-armed fighter jet is still making headlines.

The news that the New York FBI had successfully dismantled the Russian spy network and arrested 52 spies once again caused a huge uproar across the United States.

When Lynn Hall's name once again came into the public eye through the media.

Almost everyone in America knows that the national hero who last destroyed the cannibal organization has once again made an outstanding contribution to the country's security!

"My God, fifty-two Russian spies? This is absolutely insane!"

"Thank goodness we have Lynn Hall, God bless America!"

"Are those CIA guys idiots? How come they couldn't even spot so many spies?"

"Fuck! A government that only knows how to collect taxes, fuck! A stupid president, thank goodness we still have Lynn!"

"The Russians have spies, we have Lynn!"

After being amplified by major news radio stations and the internet, overnight the entire United States knew that Lynn Hall would receive the Medal of Honor personally awarded by the President in Washington today.

Many Washington locals spontaneously took to the streets to cheer for Lynn Hall, the hero.

Even outside the White House, enthusiastic crowds gathered.

Seeing the public's enthusiasm, the president made a rare direct order to hold the medal presentation ceremony and interviews on the White House lawn.

Not only that, but he also ordered that the public be allowed to participate.

The president's impromptu decision immediately gave the Secret Service a headache.

Faced with the president's demand for "people-friendly" measures, the Secret Service had no choice but to raise security measures to the highest level.

Inside the White House.

I listened to the Ministry of Justice staff explain the procedures to me, and they even thoughtfully prepared a speech for me.

Lynn Hall appeared very excited, but inwardly he was secretly displeased.

What a load of bull! It's all just empty gestures. Who the hell wants to be America's hero?

Having this medal is less practical than simply giving yourself dozens of times more bonus.

After dealing with the Justice Department personnel, Lynn looked around the White House, subconsciously searching for weaknesses that could be exploited.

After all, Lynn had always harbored a dream: to assemble an army of beautiful women to flatten the White House, capture the president, and dissolve the United States!

While his mind was racing with random thoughts, a middle-aged man pushed open the door to the lounge and walked in.

"Lynn Hall!"

Smiling, the middle-aged man approached Lynn and nodded with satisfaction: "Not bad. To solve such a big case at such a young age, you truly deserve to be called an American hero!"

Upon seeing the man standing before him, Lynn Hall rose and said, "Thank you for the compliment, Minister Davis. I was just doing my job!"

The middle-aged man in front of him was Matthew Davis, the uncle of Kenny Davis, whom he had tricked and killed.

Lynn had no idea what this guy's purpose was in contacting him.

"Haha, you're too modest, Lynn. I've looked at your file, it's excellent. Keep up the good work, I really think you'll make it to the deputy director position!"

As he spoke, he patted Lynn's shoulder affectionately, as if he were an elder.

If it were anyone else, being favored by a big shot in their department and even given empty promises would probably have made them incredibly excited, but Lynn only felt disgusted.

That's it?

Anyone can make empty promises, but if you want to recruit someone, you have to offer something tangible!

Moreover, what right does he have to make promises about things that are already in his own pocket?

After chatting amiably with Lynn for a few minutes, Matthew Davis left the lounge.

"Boss, this is the fifth batch of people already. Doesn't this prove that you're being taken seriously by the higher-ups?"

As Barbara straightened Lynn's suit, she smiled and said, "The director of headquarters, Jessica's deputy director father, the Minister of Justice, the Deputy Attorney General, and this one."

"I have a feeling you're about to get promoted again, boss!"

Lynn smiled without saying a word after hearing Barbara's words.

Barbara had no idea how many factions existed within the FBI headquarters and the Department of Justice!

"By the way, are Uncle George, Aunt Helen, and Gwen all here?"

In response to Lynn's question, Barbara smiled and said, "We're all here now. Today you're receiving the Medal of Honor personally awarded by the President. Such a grand ceremony naturally meant that your family was also invited."

"I heard that the deputy director of the Secret Service personally went to New York to invite your family to attend the ceremony."

"However, since you have to memorize your speech, they didn't come over to bother you."

Hearing Barbara say this, Lynn nodded.

Gwen might be incredibly happy right now.

After half an hour.

The president stood on a makeshift stage on the lawn, addressing hundreds of media reporters and more than two thousand enthusiastic citizens, and was delivering a passionate speech.

Below, Gwen sat next to Lynn, her palms sweating as she held his hand.

"So nervous?"

Seeing Gwen's happy and excited expression, Lynn remained calm and composed.

It seems they didn't take any of this to heart at all.

"Of course! My God, that's an honor medal personally awarded by the president! Dad said it's different from the Medal of Freedom; not just anyone can get it!"

Gwen whispered her excitement; she was truly happy for Lynn.

George Stacy, standing to the side, looked at Lynn with eyes full of satisfaction.

This is the child that I and Helen raised ourselves since he was six years old!

On the podium.

"In his battles against the enemy, Lynn Hall displayed extraordinary courage and risked his life, solving one major and heinous crime after another and thwarting the Russians' plots."

"He represents the great spirit of courage, justice, and fearlessness of our America."

At this point, the president gestured to Lynn Hall in the audience, "Please welcome our national hero, Lynn Hall!"

Upon hearing the president's words, all the cameras immediately focused on Lynn Hall.

Meanwhile, the crowd behind the media erupted in extremely enthusiastic cheers.

After hugging Gwen, who was so excited she almost cried, Lynn hugged Aunt Helen and Uncle George, who were already in tears.

"Go, child, you deserve it, I'm truly proud of you!"

George Stacy patted Lynn's back hard, her voice trembling with excitement.

At this moment, he felt proud and honored to have a child like Lynn!

At the same time, inside S.H.I.E.L.D.

"Is this the young person you've been trying to recruit all along?"

As Alexander Pierce walked onto the stage and the president personally awarded him the medal, he smiled at Nick Fury and said, "It seems your recruitment plan is going to fall through!"

Hearing Pierce's words, Nick Fury stared at Lynn on the television screen and then said, "It is indeed a pity. He is really a perfect fit for S.H.I.E.L.D."

"Let's not talk about that anymore, Pierce. I want to talk to you about the World Security Council's funding this quarter."

"Thank you for everything you've done for this country!"

After awarding Lynn the Medal of Honor, the President shook hands with Lynn and then handed the microphone to her.

A detention cell in Morocco.

Watching Lynn Hall deliver his spirited speech on television, with the president on stage and officials below applauding him, even the general public spontaneously cheering enthusiastically for him.

Ivan Vanko suddenly said, "Tony Stark, did you deliberately have the guards tune the TV to this channel just to watch his speech?"

"That's right."

Upon hearing Ivan Vanko's question, Tony Stark shrugged: "Is something wrong?"

"There's nothing wrong with that. After all, people about to enter their graves, after going through all that reckless fun, always want to carry some fond memories into the cold coffin."

"What do you mean?"

Upon hearing Ivan Vanko's words, Tony Stark shrugged and said, "You'd better get this straight, it's you who's been arrested, not me."

"I think there might be some prisoners in Moroccan prisons who like your type."

"But I must say, Lynn and I seem to get along quite well. He dismantled the Russian spy network."

I apprehended a wanted bear who was trying to attack me.

.

"I think the people in this prison will be grateful that I sent them a 'companion'."

Despite Tony Stark's sharp tongue, Ivan Vanko remained unfazed: "Deep down, you still hope he can save you?"

"But I think you're going to be disappointed this time. Lynn Hall can rescue you from the Middle Eastern desert and help you defeat your uncle on the streets of New York."

"But this time, you're dead!"

At this point, Ivan Vanko stared into Tony Stark's eyes: "Palladium poisoning must feel terrible!"

Tony Stark, who had been somewhat sarcastic and cynical, suddenly became serious after Ivan Vanko mentioned palladium poisoning.

How did you know?

"Ha, of course I know, Tony. You're not the only genius in this world."

Sitting on the floor, leaning against the wall of the cell, Ivan Vanko stared into Tony's eyes and said, word by word, "This is just the appetizer, Tony Stark."

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"I will make you lose everything, bit by bit, and take back everything your Stark family owes our family!"

Upon hearing Ivan Vanko's words, Tony frowned, wanting to question him.

Seeing that the guy had closed his eyes and wouldn't speak, Tony Stark had no choice but to stand up and say, "I don't know what you're talking about, but if you want to take what belongs to me, you'll have to get out of this prison first."

After saying that, Tony left the detention cell.

outside.

Tony:

"Don't worry, I'm fine. I just ran into a madman."

Shrugging at Pepper, Tony Stark suddenly said, "Pepper, if I fly to Washington now, I can still make it..."

"You can make it to the dinner party, since it's a tradition that whenever someone receives the Medal of Honor or the Medal of Freedom, they attend the White House dinner party."

"Then forget it."

Hearing Pepper say that, Tony said as he walked, "I don't like facing those ugly faces of politicians. God, just thinking about their fake smiles makes me want to vomit."

"By the way, did you keep an eye on Anne Hathaway's schedule as I asked?"

"Tony!"

"I told you, that's what I promised Lynn. As for whether he can get to taste this actress known as the Princess of New York, that depends on his ability."

As they walked, Tony Stark discussed how to act as Lynn's wingman, seemingly unconcerned about Ivan Vanko's attack.

However, when I returned to New York and lifted my clothes in front of the mirror...

Tony Stark's expression darkened as he looked at the bulging, dark purple veins around the reactor on his chest.

"Jarvis, how much longer do you think I have to live?"

Upon hearing Tony's question, Jarvis replied, "Sir, I don't think things have gotten to the worst point yet. Perhaps we can find another way."

"Alternatively, we could try a different vegetable juice. I know some plant chlorophyll can..."