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Nick Fury nodded and said, "Understood, I'll send someone over."

Natasha said calmly, "Okay, I understand!" After hanging up, she stared blankly at the very hidden letter A on the communicator.

As for Adam, when he learned that the so-called Black Widow was actually his first love, Natalie, he suddenly understood everything. He understood why Natalie was so shy when he first wanted to take her home, to the point that Adam didn't end up introducing her to his parents. He also understood why she disliked having her picture taken, and how she had been perfectly fine just a few days before suddenly falling seriously ill and dying.

Everything was orchestrated by S.H.I.E.L.D., perhaps for control, or something else entirely. Natalie wasn't shy about meeting her parents; she was afraid Howard Stark would discover her identity. Perhaps his sudden death was also because her father discovered his identity, and S.H.I.E.L.D. feared his retaliation, so they devised this plan to make Natalie—no, Natasha—leave them.

Adam came from the priest's base, running all the way without any thought in his mind. He didn't know where he was going, and he ran recklessly on the road, relying on his remaining rationality to avoid pedestrians and cars as he ran forward.

Athena saw her master running around like this and called out a few times, but found that Adam, who usually had sharp hearing, did not react at all. Athena was startled and quickly controlled the energy box on Adam's waist. After a strong burst of energy, a look of confusion appeared in Adam's eyes.

"Athena, why did you shock me with electricity?"

Athena was taken aback and said, "Master, have you forgotten what happened just now? If you keep running, you'll fall into the sea."

Upon hearing this, Adam exclaimed, "What? Fall into the sea?" Only then did he realize that he was standing on the edge of a cliff, and that he might fall off if he took a few more steps.

Of course, Adam wasn't afraid of falling into the sea; the seawater wouldn't drown him, but he would definitely fall into a deep sleep again.

Athena asked, "Master, are you alright?"

Adam had remembered what had just happened. Although he desperately wanted to forget what had happened, those memories resurfaced once he regained his senses. He took a few deep breaths and said, "Thank you, Athena. I'm alright now."

How could he be alright? Back then, he was still in a hazy, dreamlike state when it came to relationships, not the playboy he is now. Natasha entered his heart with the perfect goddess-like presence, and when he learned of her illness and death, he was heartbroken. He only became a playboy to forget Natasha, but he never imagined that all his years of love would be a deception, that his so-called unforgettable first love was just a scheme orchestrated by S.H.I.E.L.D. This drove him almost insane. If Athena hadn't woken him up with an electric shock, he might have become a killing machine.

Please don't blame Adam for being like this, because from childhood to adulthood, Adam has never encountered any difficulties. He has been helped by the miraculous flashbacks when facing difficulties in scientific research, and by his parents when facing difficulties in life. As for the difficulties in his heart, because of Howard's intervention, Adam at the time had no idea that his lover was just an agent sent to his side. Therefore, when he learned that Natasha was the already deceased Natalie, and that his first love was actually a carefully planned scheme, Adam's heart was filled with destruction and murderous intent.

With the help of his subconscious and Athena, he successfully overcame the crisis. Of course, Adam will have to face the problems alone afterward, as this is a test on his path to growth.

Seeing that Adam had finally calmed down, Athena asked, "Master, what's wrong with you? Do you know that woman?"

Adam gave a bitter smile and said, "You know, Athena, a few years ago I fell in love with a woman. We were in a relationship, and I found out she loved writing. So I worked hard to learn writing, which I wasn't good at. Finally, with the help of flashing memories, I became a writer. Heh, I changed a lot for this woman. Just when I was preparing to marry her, she suddenly died from a rare disease on Earth."

Athena immediately guessed what was going on and said, "Was that woman the one who died?"

Adam nodded and said, "Yes, when I learned of Natalie's death, I was heartbroken and threw myself into research. To release my grief, I became a playboy, but I never forgot her. Even Christine couldn't make me forget her. Ironically, she actually appeared in front of me today. She's the infamous Black Widow! Hahahaha!"

Upon seeing this, Athena felt heartache for the first time. She materialized from Adam's mask, gently embraced him, and said, "It's alright, Master. Even if anyone in this world betrays you, I will always be with you!"

Although Adam and Athena could not touch each other's bodies, Adam seemed to sense Athena's feelings for him at this moment, and murmured, "Athena! It's so good to have you!"

Athena blushed upon hearing this and said, "Oh dear, Master, there seems to be a problem with my data. I'll head back now. Here's a suggestion: you'd better ask your father, Mr. Howard Stark, about this!" Then she disappeared.

Chapter Sixty-One: Conversation and Goodbye Natasha

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Upon hearing Athena's words, Adam murmured, "Father? Yes, I'll go find my father!" With that, he vanished.

Adam left the cliff edge and set off again, only to find that his speed had doubled. This puzzled him, and he asked, "Athena, check my body."

Upon hearing this, Athena immediately resumed her work mode and said, "Yes, Master!" After that, she used the instruments installed on her battle robe to examine Adam's body.

“There are no problems, Master, but it seems that your abilities have improved quite a bit.”

Adam was puzzled. "What's going on?"

Athena guessed, "Master, it should be related to your unconscious state just now. Perhaps your body has completely absorbed the energy it absorbed from the sun yesterday. Congratulations, Master!"

Adam sighed after hearing this, and without saying a word, focused on getting to Manhattan.

Stark Tower, Howard's office, Howard and Adam talked for a long time.

Howard was silent for a moment, then said, "So, you already knew?"

Adam nodded and said, "I saw her today. I was a little suspicious and hoped I was wrong, but it really was her."

Howard sighed and said, "I'm sorry, I should have told you this sooner."

After hearing this, Adam said, "You don't need to apologize, Father. You just wanted to protect me. I am only grateful for that, and I have no other feelings."

Howard said, "In that case, your identity will likely be known to S.H.I.E.L.D., but don't worry, I won't let them touch a hair on your head."

Adam shook his head and said, "Thank you, Father, but I want to handle this myself, and I will bear any consequences myself."

Howard laughed and said, "You've finally grown up."

Adam felt somewhat ashamed, after all, he had always thought he had matured, but today's setback made him realize that so-called growth is not just about age or knowledge, but a more complex process than these, and that it is actually very difficult for a person to truly grow.

Howard looked at Adam's expression, smiled with satisfaction, and said, "Now that you've recognized your shortcomings, just keep trying. I believe you'll handle this well."

Adam said gratefully, "Thank you, Dad."

Howard asked, "Adam, as a superhero, you're bound to run into S.H.I.E.L.D. again. So, have you thought about how you're going to face Natasha?"

Upon hearing this, Adam firmly stated, "The person I love is only Natalie from my memories, and she is already dead. As for this Natasha, I will treat her as a stranger!"

Howard knew that Adam's words were just said in a fit of pique, and that Adam still harbored resentment. However, Howard also knew that he couldn't help Adam in this matter; Adam had to experience and face it himself, otherwise he would never grow up.

"Hmm, that works too. You make the decision yourself in this matter. Also, take my advice, son: don't make any decisions when you're in a fit of rage!"

Adam nodded and said, "Yes, I'll remember your words, Dad."

After hearing this, Howard said, "By the way, I heard you suggested to Norman Osborn that he participate in the Super Serum Project?"

Adam nodded and said, "That's right. Although the Super Serum Project was very dangerous, it has been more than sixty years. With current technology, we should be able to decipher the serum components in Captain America's blood. Even if we can't completely replicate the Super Serum, we should be able to make some medicines that can improve health."

Howard asked, "Why did you come to this idea?"

Adam said in a deep voice, "We humans are too weak. There are more and more mutants. Who knows, one day a dictator like Hitler might emerge from among them. If we continue to only improve our weapons and forget about ourselves, we will be eliminated by this era. That's why I told Norman Osborn about the Super Serum data and gave him my advice."

Howard chuckled, "So, you believe Norman Osborne will succeed?"

Adam nodded and said, "I've read some of his articles before, and I think he's really good at biotechnology. And now Osborn Corporation is one of the top biotechnology companies in the United States."

Howard nodded and said, "In that case, I'll help him out. After all, he can't get this project on his own."

Adam was taken aback and said, "Dad, didn't you always say you were against researching super serums?"

Howard laughed and said, "Yes, I do oppose the super serum research project, but since you've put it that way, what am I hesitating for? I trust you!"

Just then, Athena suddenly told Adam that Natasha had arrived at the villa. Adam's expression changed slightly, and his fists clenched tightly involuntarily.

Upon seeing this, Howard asked, "What? What happened?"

Adam nodded after hearing this and said, "Yes, I have some things to take care of. We'll talk later, Father." After saying this, he hurriedly said goodbye to Howard and returned to the villa.

Back at the villa, Adam indeed found Natasha in front of the gate. She was wearing sunglasses that covered half her face and casual clothes—common jeans and a T-shirt. Even so, on Natasha's stunning figure, she still looked incredibly alluring.

But Adam wasn't attracted to her. Instead, he said coldly, "What are you doing here? Do you want to check what's in Shadow Knight's lair?"

Natasha shook her head and said, "Aren't you going to invite me in?"

Adam replied calmly, "I'm sorry, I don't have the habit of inviting strangers into my house."

Natasha's voice trembled slightly as she said, "Adam, I..."

Adam rudely interrupted Natasha, saying, "Alright, Agent Natasha, you're not getting any more information from me. If you're so capable, go in yourself!" He then ignored Natasha, had Athena open the door, and went inside.

Natasha was silent for a moment, then said, "Whether you believe it or not, I haven't told Nick your true identity. Also, my love for you has always been real, and it still is!" After saying that, she turned and left.

Adam, who had already entered the living room, sighed softly. He knew Natasha hadn't lied to him, but for both of them, it was too late. They were now just familiar strangers.

Seeing Adam's expression, Athena asked worriedly, "Master, are you alright?"

Adam nodded and said, "Yes, I'm fine. I want to rest for a while. Don't wake me up even if the sky falls." He then walked into the bedroom without looking back.

Meanwhile, Natasha wiped away her tears, drove her sports car away from Adam's villa, and then called Maria Hill on the way to ask her out for drinks.

Maria Hill asked, "Natasha, what's wrong? What happened?"

Natasha said calmly, "Mary, I'm in a bad mood. Come have a drink with me."

Maria Hill was one of Natasha's few friends in the United States. Hearing her best friend's tired voice, she said, "Okay, where are you? I'll be right there."

As Natasha drove, she told Maria her location, then parked the car outside a bar and went inside.

Maria Hill had just arrived in New York. Her purpose was to retrieve the information left behind by the priest. Upon hearing her best friend's phone call, she quickly directed the S.H.I.E.L.D. forces to take all the information from the priest's secret room. She then told them to go back first and hailed a taxi alone to head to the location Natasha had indicated.

When Maria Hill appeared in the bar in casual clothes, Natasha was already sitting quietly in a corner, drinking alone. Maria frowned and walked over.

"What exactly happened?"

Natasha downed her drink in one gulp and said, "Hehe, don't ask so many questions. Come on, drink with me! I feel a bit bored drinking alone."

Maria reached for the beer and said, "Natasha!!!"

Natasha's tears suddenly streamed down her face as she said, "I met Adam, Maria, do you know that?"

Maria was taken aback. "Adam? Could it be Adam Stark? What happened if you saw him? He wouldn't bully the famous Natasha, would he?"

Seeing her best friend's expression, she assumed Adam had done something wrong, and her opinion of Adam plummeted. Yet, she also had a nagging feeling that the relationship between her best friend and Adam was not so simple.

Actually, it's not surprising that Maria thinks that way. Firstly, Maria had no idea about the mission Natasha had carried out last time, and secondly, Adam's reputation in the outside world is that of a playboy.

Natasha shook her head and said, "I wish he would do something to me, but unfortunately, he didn't even look at me."

Maria was immediately confused by Natasha's words and asked, "Then tell me, what exactly happened?"

Natasha said while drinking, "Hehe, on my way back from my mission today, Adam saw me. Hehe, he saw that his girlfriend, who has been dead for so many years, is not only alive and well, but he also knows that she is a special agent. Hehe, it's karma!" After saying that, she collapsed on the table with a thud, and she actually fainted due to grief and the effects of alcohol.

Chapter Sixty-Two: Frank Cassel

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Maria Hill was quite surprised to see Natasha faint. After all, Natasha was a battle-hardened agent, and normally, such a level of alcohol would not be enough to make her drunk, let alone that she was unconscious!

Maria Hill quickly took Natasha to the S.H.I.E.L.D. hospital in New York, and watched anxiously as Natasha was taken into the emergency room. Soon, a doctor came out, and Maria Hill rushed over to him.

How is she?

After listening, the doctor said, "It's nothing serious. She has many whip marks on her body, which may be because she suffered some kind of torture before and did not receive timely treatment. In addition, her emotions were extremely unstable, which is why she fainted. She will be fine after resting for a while."

Maria Hill frowned and said, "Alright, arrange a private plane to transfer her to headquarters!" After saying that, she walked over, looked at Natasha's haggard face, and sighed softly.

She wasn't stupid; from Natasha's words, she understood the gist of the matter. She sighed softly and said, "Well, what can we do? We're agents. Forget about him, Natasha. You have no future with him, and besides, he seems to already have a girlfriend."