[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-marvel-the-devourer":3,"chapter-marvel-the-devourer-marvel-the-devourer-chapter-124":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Marvel: The Devourer",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1275521,1703,"Chapter 124: Suspicious Pierce","marvel-the-devourer-chapter-124",124,"\u003Cp>Fury took out a document and handed it to the others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"S.H.I.E.L.D. Communication Protocol?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fury said, \"If I am attacked, the first thing you must do is inject me with Pufferfish Toxin B to lower my heart rate and induce suspended animation.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The enemy is in the dark, and we are in the light. We must reverse this situation to turn the tide.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was a temporary solution Fury had racked his brain to come up with.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although he could mobilize more resources openly, his every move would be noticed by those with ulterior motives. This also meant he found it difficult to make further arrangements.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In fact, he had also considered cooperating with Aaron.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He thought about it for a long time and realized this was Aaron's 'open scheme'. He wanted to pit himself against Hydra.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Aaron had no need to do that. Perhaps, he simply wanted to watch the fun.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Coulson hesitated, saying, \"I think we can think of a better way.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"For example... seeking Aaron's help.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Barton shook his head. \"He won't agree.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was something else he didn't say.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because Fury had deliberately stalled multiple times, the agreement they had finalized long ago had never been fulfilled. This meant the possibility of cooperation between the two sides was slim.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fury also understood this point.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was filled with remorse. If he had known Aaron was so abnormal, he definitely wouldn't have deliberately delayed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hill, where are those things?\" Fury asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since he had identified the crux of the problem, the best way forward was to mend their relationship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if they couldn't get Aaron's help, it was fine. They only needed to ensure that the relationship between Aaron and S.H.I.E.L.D. was better than his relationship with Hydra.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, Hill, who was diligently writing a resume with her head down, pulled out another document and handed it over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fury looked at it, these were S.H.I.E.L.D.'s treasures. They contained the valuable lives of countless excellent agents.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, when he thought that some of these agents were from Hydra, his mood improved slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Subsequently, Fury and the others gathered around the communication protocol to further refine the subsequent plan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This discussion lasted an entire night.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fury and the others stood by the door, sporting dark circles under their eyes. They stared unblinkingly outside the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Coulson glanced at the time: exactly nine o'clock.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Director, did he say he would come today?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fury stated confidently, \"If he said today, then it must be today.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Maybe it might be in the afternoon?\" Coulson felt dizzy and muddle-headed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had spent the entire night drinking with Thor and Loki, and apparently even hooked up with a girl?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he was called back to discuss matters all night long.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Coulson, who was middle-aged and felt his body was giving out, felt like he couldn't keep going much longer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fury shook his head. \"According to his schedule, he generally doesn't do serious business in the afternoon.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Or... Aaron never does serious business.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The group waited and waited, and soon ten o'clock passed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as they were starting to wonder if Aaron would only arrive in the afternoon, the figure, like a savior descending from heaven, finally appeared in their sight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The group simultaneously sighed in relief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This lord has finally arrived!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as Aaron had one foot across the threshold—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Welcome, Mr. Aaron.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Natasha, Coulson, and the others greeted him with smiles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aaron was surprised. \"What are you doing?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked around, then withdrew his foot. Then he stepped across the threshold again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Welcome.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"!!!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since when did S.H.I.E.L.D. become a supermarket?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fury, sensing the faint gazes directed at them from the lobby, coughed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Aaron, what you need is inside. Please follow me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although he was thick-skinned, this overly flattering behavior was still too embarrassing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aaron followed behind them, looking around the S.H.I.E.L.D. Headquarters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had to admit, the atmosphere here was different from other companies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>People coming and going were all rushing about. Occasionally, people discussed things, but they spoke very quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nobody rested, it was as if they wished they could split themselves in two to work more. The efficiency was top-notch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as Fury and the others reached the eighth floor, a man with short blonde hair and glasses walked over from the corridor. He was very surprised to see Fury and the others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Nick, what's wrong with you guys? Didn't you rest well last night?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked up at Aaron, becoming even more surprised. Then, wearing a bright smile, he proactively walked up to shake Aaron's hand and introduce himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Isn't this the God of miracles? I never thought you would come to a place like ours.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If it had been before, Fury wouldn't have questioned why Pierce was here. But today, he instantly felt something was wrong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Normally, Pierce never came here. If he went anywhere, it was the Triskelion Building.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Why did he suddenly appear in New York after they had just spent one night discussing things here?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even more coincidentally, why did Pierce happen to run into them just after they brought Aaron up?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fury and the others exchanged subtle glances.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sir, do I know you?\" Aaron feigned confusion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He truly had never seen the man before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pierce's smile became slightly awkward. \"My apologies, I was simply too excited to see you in person.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I am Alexander Pierce, the former Director of S.H.I.E.L.D., currently working for the United Nations Security Council. I have long heard of your great name. I didn't expect to run into you here today.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It is truly an honor.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Aaron, I am a fan of yours. Your talent, just like your handsome appearance, is unattainable.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pierce shook his hand firmly, his enthusiasm slightly overbearing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing that Pierce was about to steal the spotlight, Fury suddenly felt a sense of crisis and quickly stepped forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alexander, today I am here on the President's orders to bring Mr. Aaron to look for 'inspiration.' If you have other matters, please attend to them first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pierce laughed heartily. \"So it was the President's command. Although S.H.I.E.L.D. usually doesn't allow outsiders to enter freely, if it's Mr. Aaron, then there's no problem.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I have finished my business and was about to leave, but since Mr. Aaron has arrived, I might as well give him a tour.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You old bastard, get lost!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fury increasingly felt that Pierce was suspicious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Could he really be the head of Hydra?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fury gave a signal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Coulson reacted immediately. \"Mr. Pierce, I have a very important matter I need to report to you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What could be more important than properly accompanying Mr. Aaron?\" Pierce looked displeased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It might concern the United Nations...\" Coulson looked troubled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this, Pierce knew he couldn't be too enthusiastic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since they had brought up international security, if he didn't show concern, he would arouse Fury's suspicion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I apologize, Mr. Aaron. Next time, I will definitely give you a proper tour.\" Pierce expressed his apology again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Aaron didn't show much of a pleasant expression. He merely nodded slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he followed Fury away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A flicker of dissatisfaction crossed Pierce's eyes. But he quickly returned to normal and began discussing United Nations security issues with Coulson.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was simply that the existence of Asgard had been confirmed, and they might establish an \"embassy\" on Earth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After hearing this, no matter how unhappy Pierce was, he listened very carefully now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This matter was of great importance.\u003C\u002Fp>",1243,"2026-06-05T16:52:19.138Z",1,"novelbin.me","a07ed239a633fdb294d7471aa6b9f38953f1ddfda65bf0305d8316a698468b42","marvel-the-devourer-chapter-125","marvel-the-devourer-chapter-26",363,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fmarvel-the-devourer-cover.jpg"]