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Chapter 199 Living in New York, Remotely Controlling the Island Nation

"Chief, is what we're doing really the right thing to do?"

Matt hesitated. After all, the Emperor had come with them to eliminate the demons, but he was the only one left there forever as the core of the formation.

This strong man felt a pang of pity.

Xia Ling stopped and looked intently at Matt, her voice firm and unwavering: "Matt, we must consider the bigger picture. The Emperor's power is key to sealing these demons, and his sacrifice will bring peace and tranquility to the island nation and the entire world. This is his destiny, and it is also our mission."

Matt remained silent for a moment. Although a trace of reluctance lingered in his heart, he knew that Xia Ling's decisions were often based on deeper considerations. He nodded, indicating his understanding and acceptance of the decision: "I understand, Director. I will ensure safety here and ensure that the priests remember the Emperor's sacrifice and pray for the people of the island nation."

Xia Ling patted Matt on the shoulder in encouragement: "You did a great job, Matt. Remember, our goal is to protect more people, and sometimes, we have to make tough choices. Let's go, we have more work to do. The island nation needs rebuilding, and people need hope."

The two left the shrine, leaving the Emperor alone kneeling before the altar, enveloped in the power of the seal and the light of the talismans, becoming the eternal gate connecting the human world and the demon world.

The two returned to the military base, where Hill greeted them as soon as they arrived.

"Chief, the demons across the island nation have basically disappeared without a trace, but..."

"Just what?" Xia Ling frowned slightly, sensing that there might be more to come.

Hill's expression was somewhat complicated. He hesitated for a moment before speaking, "However, during the cleanup of the battlefield, we discovered some unusual signs. In some places, the demons didn't seem to have been completely wiped out, but rather... guided or driven to specific areas by some force."

"What?" Xia Ling and Matt were both shocked; this news was clearly unexpected.

"Yes, Chief. Our initial assessment is that there may be even more powerful demons or some unknown force manipulating all of this in the shadows. They seem to be plotting something much bigger." Hill's voice carried a hint of worry.

Xia Ling pondered for a moment, then his gaze sharpened: "It seems our battle is far from over. Matt, immediately organize a team to conduct a thorough investigation and surveillance of those unusual areas, and make sure to uncover the truth."

"Yes, Chief." Matt responded and left, fully aware of the urgency of the mission and daring not to slack off in the slightest.

Xia Ling then turned to Hill: "Hill, you are responsible for coordinating resources from all sides to ensure that our operation can proceed smoothly."

"Understood, Director." Hill nodded and quickly began assigning tasks.

The entire military base was bustling with activity again, everyone on edge, preparing to face any new challenges that might come.

As night fell, the military base was brightly lit, a tense yet orderly atmosphere permeating every corner. Xia Ling stood by the window of the command room, gazing into the distance, a complex mix of emotions surging within him. He knew that although the threat of the demons seemed to have been eliminated on the surface, the hidden crisis was far more intractable.

Matt has led a crack team to the unusual areas. Their mission is to approach silently, gather intelligence, and avoid alerting the enemy. Before setting off, Matt's eyes held both determination and worry, but he did not back down, for he understood that this was their responsibility as guardians.

Hill was busy coordinating resources from all sides, striving for precision in every step, from intelligence analysis to material allocation. He knew that in this unknown battle, information was power, and the effective use of resources was the key to victory.

Time passed quickly, and a few hours later, Matt's team sent back an initial report. The report stated that they had discovered a massive demon lair in a remote valley, teeming with low-level demons, and seemingly orchestrated by some higher-level demon. Even more unsettling was the presence of intricate magic arrays surrounding the lair, which appeared to be absorbing energy from the environment in preparation for some unknown purpose.

Upon receiving the report, Xia Ling immediately convened an emergency meeting with all key personnel, including Hill, Matt, and some expert advisors.

Inside the meeting room, photos and videos sent back by Matt's team were projected on a large screen, and everyone's face was filled with seriousness and tension.

However, Xia Ling's face did not show the same tension as theirs; instead, she appeared quite at ease.

"I thought there were some powerful enemies left, but they have all been sealed away. What's left are just some remnants, nothing to worry about."

Xia Ling's words carried an undeniable confidence. He slowly surveyed everyone in the conference room and continued, "But since they have chosen to show themselves at this time, we should take them all out in one fell swoop and completely eliminate the threat."

Matt nodded and added, "The director is right. Although there are quite a few of these demons, they are all low-level demons. As long as we plan carefully and act quickly, we are fully capable of annihilating them all."

Hill chimed in, "Moreover, according to the information sent back by Matt's team, that high-level demon seems to be secretly plotting something, which is the perfect opportunity for us to bring him to justice."

Inside the conference room, the expert advisors began to express their opinions, some offering tactical suggestions, others analyzing how to break the magic circle. The entire conference room was filled with a tense yet hopeful atmosphere.

"Alright, everyone." Xia Ling interrupted the discussion and stood up. "Now, I'm announcing the battle plan. Matt, you lead your squad deeper into the valley, find the hiding place of that high-level demon, and annihilate it in one fell swoop. Hill, you're responsible for coordinating resources from all sides to ensure the smooth operation of Matt's squad. At the same time, we also need to strengthen the defense of the garrison base to prevent the demon from taking the opportunity to launch a sneak attack."

"Yes, Chief!" Matt and Hill answered in unison.

After receiving the order, Matt led his team to leave, as did Hill, but Xia Ling stopped them.

"Chief, is there anything else?"

Hill was puzzled. Was the director planning to give them some more instructions? Weren't they said to be just some remnants? Could there be some other unexpected development?

"I'll leave the rest to you. I have to go back to New York now."

Xia Ling said, "There are still some important matters over there that I need to handle personally. I need to go back and investigate them thoroughly."

Hill's eyes flashed with surprise upon hearing this, but she quickly regained her composure and nodded understandingly. "Understood, Chief. Don't worry, we'll handle things here. Please take care of yourself."

After saying that, she frowned and then asked, "Chief, but what should we do if something goes wrong while you're not here?"

"Don't worry, even if I'm in New York, I can still remotely control this place. It doesn't mean I'm abandoning you all."

Furthermore, I have already set up a series of emergency measures and communication networks to ensure that no matter where I am, I can monitor the situation here in real time and react as quickly as possible. And I have complete confidence in your capabilities and experience.”

He gently patted Hill on the shoulder, his tone filled with encouragement and trust: "Remember, Hill, a true leader is not defined by whether he is always present, but by his ability to build a high-performing team and make the right decisions at critical moments."

You are the core of this team, and I believe you can handle any challenge.

Upon hearing this, Hill could only nod: "Yes, Director! We will certainly live up to your expectations and protect this land."

Xia Ling nodded, then turned and walked towards the helicopter parked not far away. Before boarding, he turned back again, his gaze sweeping over everyone present, his eyes filled with both reluctance and anticipation: "Everyone, take care! When I return, we'll celebrate the final victory together."

As the helicopter slowly ascended, Xia Ling's figure gradually disappeared from everyone's sight.

Xia Ling boarded the helicopter, and with the roar of the rotors, the fuselage slowly rose, gradually moving away from the hustle and bustle of the military base.

The helicopter pierced through the clouds and flew towards New York. Inside the cabin, Xia Ling closed her eyes to rest.

During the flight, Xia Ling maintained brief exchanges with the crew to ensure the flight proceeded smoothly.

As the helicopter drew closer to the outline of New York, Xia Ling's feelings became increasingly complicated.

He gazed at the brightly lit city below, a strange emotion welling up inside him.

This city was the first city he had entered this world. The net would soon be fully in place, and now it was time to reap the rewards.

The helicopter eventually landed on a private helipad in New York. Xia Ling stepped off the plane and was immediately surrounded by a group of people who had been waiting for her.

Some of them were his assistants, some were intelligence agents, and others were drivers for vehicles specially prepared for him.

Most importantly, the person in charge was none other than the President, Tony Stark.

"Tony, what brings you here, Iron General? You've come to greet me in person."

Xia Ling's words carried a hint of teasing.

"Hey, Xia Ling, don't talk nonsense. I didn't come to pick you up just because I had nothing better to do." Tony shrugged and teased, "I have important matters to discuss with you, that's why I came in person."

Xia Ling smiled slightly. He knew Tony's personality and understood that the "important matters" he mentioned were often related to major events concerning the safety of the world.

He patted Tony on the shoulder, signaling everyone to follow, and together they walked towards the luxury car parked next to the tarmac.

Inside the car, Xia Ling and Tony sat side by side, and their conversation quickly turned to the main topic.

Tony detailed a series of unusual events that had recently occurred in New York. These events seemed unrelated, but careful analysis revealed subtle connections between them.

"Xia Ling, do you know? Recently, there have been signs of activity from many mysterious organizations on the streets of New York. They operate discreetly, but their methods are exceptionally ruthless. I suspect that there may be some larger conspiracy behind these organizations." Tony's expression turned serious.

"The issues of vampires and the god of death haven't been fully resolved yet, and now a mysterious organization has emerged?"

Xia Ling asked, feigning surprise, while Tony remained serious.

Tony nodded seriously, his brow furrowed. "Yes, Director Xia, these situations are indeed worrying. The problems with vampires and the God of Death are not yet fully resolved, and this newly emerged mysterious organization has brought us new challenges. Their activities are becoming more frequent and their methods more ruthless; we must take action as soon as possible."

Xia Ling remained silent for a moment, seemingly deep in thought. Then, he slowly spoke, "Tony, what do you think is the purpose behind this mysterious organization? What exactly do they want to achieve?"

Tony shook his head, indicating that he didn't know either: "We can't be sure of their true purpose yet. However, judging from their style of doing things, they don't seem to be satisfied with the status quo, but are secretly accumulating strength in preparation for implementing a larger plan."

We must closely monitor their movements to prevent them from doing anything that could harm society.

"So, you're planning to send in S.H.I.E.L.D. again?"

Tony nodded, his expression resolute: "That's right, Xia Ling. As the director of S.H.I.E.L.D., you must lead your team to conduct an in-depth investigation into this mysterious organization. We need to understand their organizational structure, operational patterns, and true purpose."

Only in this way can we develop effective response strategies to protect the safety of New York and the entire United States.

"Tony, don't worry. S.H.I.E.L.D. has never been afraid of any challenge. I will immediately organize a team to conduct a full investigation into this mysterious organization."

However, as you know, our operations require funding and resources.

Tony chuckled and patted Xia Ling on the shoulder: "Xia Ling, don't worry. As the President, I will fully support your actions. Just ask for whatever funds and resources you need, and I will make sure you get all the necessary support."

Xia Ling nodded, expressing her gratitude: "Thank you for your support, Tony. With your support, I believe we will definitely be able to defeat this mysterious organization and protect the safety of New York and the entire United States."

"By the way, when do you plan to set off? After all, I don't want you to wait until this mysterious organization has achieved its goals before you take action."

Tony seemed a little anxious; in this special time, a god might suddenly appear out of nowhere.

He was thoroughly annoyed and really didn't want to wait until the crisis broke out before waiting for the Holy Son to make a move, otherwise they would only be able to let the other party do whatever he wanted.

He wanted to take the initiative and nip the danger in the bud.

"No rush."

Xia Ling maintained the same explanation.

"I don't need to handle such a small matter myself. S.H.I.E.L.D. has professional agents who can take care of it. I have other matters to attend to now."

(End of this chapter)